Lunchtime Live Highlights

Traditional Irish stew has been named among the world's top culinary experiences by Lonely Planet. But what makes it so enjoyable?  Dee Laffan, from Slowfood Dublin, joined Andrea on Lunchtime Live... Listen and subscribe to Lunchtime Live on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.      Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.     You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

With talks of Energy Price increases here and fuel shortages in other countries, is it time that we looked at other forms of energy? In particular Nuclear Energy.  Dr. Paul Deane is a Senior Research Fellow MaREI, the SFI Research Centre for Energy, Climate and Marine and joined Andrea to discuss the benefits... Listen and subscribe to Lunchtime Live on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.      Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.     You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

How should those working on the frontline and the people of Ireland more generally be rewarded for their efforts over the last 18 months?   Well the possibility of an extra bank holiday is being discussed by government. Would a late Sunday and Monday lie-in be the right treat?  Andrea get the view of the Lunchtime Live listeners... Listen and subscribe to Lunchtime Live on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.      Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.     You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.  

Are you someone who has curly hair and feels a bit of a stigma? Well, if that’s the case you aren’t alone. Ziz O’Bryne, is someone with curly hair and she joined Andrea on Lunchtime Live to discuss... Listen and subscribe to Lunchtime Live on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.      Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.     You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Today marks ‘Make Way Day’, a campaign by the Disability Federation of Ireland where people are asked to be more conscious of road users with impaired mobility and disability.  What can you do? Well we are asking you not to park on footpaths or use designated disabled parking bays, and even something as simple as bringing your wheely bin in off the road!   Fine Gael Councillor, Vicki Casserlly, joined Andrea to discuss how do these obstructions effect her daily life... Listen and subscribe to Lunchtime Live on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.      Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.     You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.