Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

Should the Bessborough development be cancelled?

Irish Historian Catherine Corless has called on people to fight the Bessborough development in Cork. The site of the former mother and baby home was granted planning permission for a 140-apartment development, which has been met with mixed reaction. Having closed in 1998, should part of the Bessborough estate be built upon? Joining Andrea to discuss is Carmel Cantwell, Lead Campaigner of the Bessborough Mother and Baby Home Support Group, Peter Horgan, Labour Councillor for Cork City South East and listeners.

Reasons to be Happy: Pride Week, Lewis Capaldi, Happy Retirement

Lunchtime Live's Reasons to be Happy looks at some of the news stories that you might have missed that will leave you feeling more optimistic. 98FM’s Cathal O’Sullivan joined Andrea in the studio to put a smile on your faces…

Heatwave in Europe - how are you dealing with it?

It’s shaping up to be another scorching summer across Europe, with several countries already experiencing extreme heat. From Spain and Italy to parts of France and Greece, temperatures have been climbing well above seasonal averages. So, whether you’re at home or abroad, how are you handling it? Joining Andrea to discuss is Sinead O’Moore, host of the ‘Stretch Marks’ podcast, Eoghan Corry, Editor of Air & Travel magazine and listeners.

Making Babies: Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing

Every Wednesday afternoon, we’ll be talking Making Babies. Andrea will be joined by Professor Shane Higgins, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, to cover every area of trying to have a baby. From the very start of knowing how to prepare, right up to pregnancy – and all the bumps in the road in between. This week, Shane joins Andrea to discuss ‘Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing’.

Why you should take 5-minute ‘movement snacks’ during work!

Do you find yourself stuck at a desk for most of your day? Experts are advising that people who sit during work should be getting up for five minutes every hour to walk around the office. This boosts productivity and improves your mood! Siobhán O’Donovan, the Posture Physio AKA the ‘Booby Physio’ joins Andrea to discuss.