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5115: LISTENĀ¦ Bored of Lunch? Not when Nathan Anthony's about. Frank spoke to the social media star at the Festival of Business, about how he went from cooking for himself at university to sharing his recipes with millions.
4 mins; September 18, 2024
5114: LISTENĀ¦ Portrait artist Johnny Hamilton is on a mission to 'Make Bangor Great Again' with a series of stunning murals. He spoke to Frank about his 'City of Faces' project, what he'd like to achieve and who's next
13 mins; September 17, 2024
5113: LISTENĀ¦ Paddy McDonnell talks about his new show, Dagger, ahead of his tour starting at the SSE Arena on 4th October. He also dropped a few hints about an upcoming Christmas play
17 mins; September 17, 2024
5112: LISTENĀ¦ Does working from home make you more productive? Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds says a right to flexible working would make staff more productive and loyal. Frank spoke to Kim Kelly
10 mins; September 17, 2024
5111: LISTENĀ¦ From performing for small crowds in a cabaret club, to sharing his talents with 16 million TikTok followers and becoming a Blue Peter presenter, Bangor's Joel Mawhinney has had quite the career - and he's still only 27
15 mins; September 16, 2024
5110: LISTENĀ¦ President Trump has been the target of a second assassination attempt. Are his current security arrangements sufficient? Frank spoke to chair of Republicans Overseas UK, Greg Swenson
8 mins; September 16, 2024
5109: LISTENĀ¦ Should irresponsible cyclists get penalty points on their driving licence, for dangerous behaviour? Frank got the thoughts of Mick Fealty from Slugger O'Toole
7 mins; September 16, 2024
5108: LISTENĀ¦ Money saved or an opportunity missed? The UK government says it won't fund the projected Ā£400m build cost of a new Casement Park in time for the Euros.
12 mins; September 16, 2024
5107: LISTENĀ¦ Should we raise the age limit for social media? Australia is setting a minimum age amid concerns over physical and mental health of young people. Frank spoke to top cyber security expert Wayne Denner
6 mins; September 13, 2024
5106: LISTENĀ¦ Will banning junk food advertising before 9pm help fix the obesity crisis? Or is it another example of the 'nanny state'? Frank got the thoughts of Fionola Meredith
7 mins; September 13, 2024
5105: LISTENĀ¦ Should we still bow or curtsy when meeting a member of the Royal Family? Or is it an outdated tradition? Jude Law, who played Henry VIII, told an interviewer everyone should be treated the same
12 mins; September 12, 2024
LISTENĀ¦ Should MPs be paid less if the UK economy struggles? An ex-government advisor has suggested politicians are too insulated from the consequences of their decision making. Frank spoke to Prof Jon Tonge
13 mins; September 12, 2024
5104: LISTENĀ¦ Is it demeaning for a school to measure girls' skirts? Parents of pupils at a school on the Isle of Wight have been critical after pupils were lined up to have skirts measured under a new policy. Frank spoke to Kim Kelly
5 mins; September 12, 2024
5103: LISTENĀ¦ The conditions might not suit the players, but Newcastle will be 'jumping' for the return of the Irish Open to Royal County Down. Frank spoke to Off The Ball's Nathan Murphy about everything from the weather to Mayo GAA and Casement Park
13 mins; September 11, 2024
5102: LISTENĀ¦ What's it like, as a golf fan, to be the barber of choice for some of the world's top players? Frank spoke to Neal Toner, owner of JFH Social barbershops
6 mins; September 11, 2024
5101: LISTENĀ¦ What makes Royal County Down one of the world's top courses? Frank spoke to top golf course analysts James Henderson & Paddy Neil from Top 100 Golf Courses
9 mins; September 11, 2024
5100: LISTENĀ¦ Here's what to look out for at this year's Irish Open, at Royal County Down. Frank spoke to Adam McKendry from the Belfast Telegraph
11 mins; September 11, 2024
5099: LISTENĀ¦ Is a gift card a lazy present? Or does it just ensure the recipient gets what they want? Frank spoke to commentator Kim Kelly
8 mins; September 10, 2024
5098: LISTENĀ¦ Should the government increase tax on crisps, cakes and sugary coffee drinks? The Treasury is considering so-called 'sin taxes' as health bodies charities it will save lives - but are they fair?
9 mins; September 09, 2024
5097: LISTENĀ¦ Should a national team manager always sing the national anthem? England interim boss Lee Carlsey has faced calls to resign after he said he wouldn't sing 'God Save the King'. Frank spoke to Mick Fealty of Slugger O'Toole
8 mins; September 09, 2024
5096: LISTENĀ¦ Some patients are having to pay up to Ā£5 a time for prescription deliveries, as pharmacies say they're facing huge cost pressures. Frank got the latest from Belfast Telegraph reporter Liam Tunney
7 mins; September 09, 2024
5094: LISTENĀ¦ With one in three young drivers admitting to taking a selfie behind the wheel and one in six texting and driving, should the driving age be raised to 21? Frank spoke to Fionola Meredith
6 mins; September 05, 2024
5093: LISTENĀ¦ From trips to Ballyholme beach and sushi with strangers in his granny's house on the Lisburn Road, Milton Jones talked to Rick about his Northern Ireland connections - ahead of big shows in Belfast and Derry, later this month
12 mins; September 04, 2024
5092: LISTENĀ¦ Childcare subsidies in the Republic have increased from today - how is our own Childcare Subsidy Scheme, announced in May, going? Rick spoke to Clare from Melted Parents NI
6 mins; September 02, 2024
5091: LISTENĀ¦ Does Stormont have a long-term vision for improving the lives of people in Northern Ireland? Rick spoke to Ann Watt, from think tank Pivotal, about how are MLAs have performed since the institutions were restored
11 mins; September 02, 2024
5090: LISTENĀ¦ How would you celebrate a big anniversary? With a skinny dip? That's just what British Naturism is doing to mark its 60th, along with raising funds for the RNLI which is 200 years old
7 mins; August 29, 2024
5089: LISTENĀ¦ Should parents think again when they upload 'first day of school' posts to social media? Rick spoke to top cyber security expert Wayne Denner
8 mins; August 29, 2024
5088: LISTENĀ¦ Colum Eastwood is to stand down as SDLP leader - has he left the party better than he found it and who will replace him? Rick spoke to Irish News political editor John Manley who broke the story
6 mins; August 29, 2024
5086: LISTENĀ¦ Founder of messaging app Telegram has been arrested by French authorities. A blow for free speech or clamping down on claims of criminality on the platform? Rick spoke to cyber security expert Wayne Denner
10 mins; August 27, 2024
5085: LISTENĀ¦ Oasis are expected to get back together for a series of reunion gigs next year. With tickets likely to start from Ā£100, will you be in the queue? Rick spoke to former showbiz editor Nigel Pauley
12 mins; August 26, 2024
5084: LISTENĀ¦ Would you like to see Belfast bars stay open later? Frank spoke to Hospitality Ulster chief executive Colin Neill
10 mins; August 23, 2024
5083: LISTENĀ¦ What's the most you've paid for a cup of tea? A pensioner has started a row after penning an angry letter about being charged Ā£4.40 for two cups of tea . Frank spoke to blogger Helen McClements
8 mins; August 22, 2024
5082: LISTENĀ¦ Should we reward our children for good exam results? Frank got the thoughts of Kim Kelly
12 mins; August 21, 2024
5081: LISTENĀ¦ All eyes on you - are doorbell cameras infringing on our privacy? What happens to the data they collect? Frank spoke to cyber security expert Wayne Denner
11 mins; August 21, 2024
5080: LISTENĀ¦ Should we make parking more expensive, to encourage public transport or active travel? Frank spoke to Anne Madden from Sustrans and Glyn Roberts from Retail NI
18 mins; August 20, 2024
5079: LISTENĀ¦ After the progressive leadership of Doug Beattie, what now for the Ulster Unionist Party? Frank spoke to former UUP comms chief Alex Kane and Slugger O'Toole editor Mick Fealty
26 mins; August 20, 2024
5078: LISTENĀ¦ A best man at a wedding has divided online opinion by proposing during his speech. Was the groom right to ask him to leave? Frank spoke to Helen McClements from Sour Wee Blog about wedding no-nos
6 mins; August 08, 2024
5077: LISTENĀ¦ Can politicians do more to prevent unrest? As Stormont is recalled, Frank spoke to MLAs Kate Nicholl of Alliance and the TUV's Timothy Gaston, as well as commentator Lata Sharma
37 mins; August 08, 2024
5076: LISTENĀ¦ After a third night of disorder, a local health trust has warned that around ten nurses from overseas have said they may now leave Northern Ireland. Frank spoke to journalist Amanda Ferguson and Alliance health spokesperson Danny Donnelly
13 mins; August 07, 2024
5075: LISTENĀ¦ Could the re-appearance of blue-green algae on Lough Neagh pose serious health concerns? Frank spoke to expert Dr Neil Reid, from Queens University
5073: LISTENĀ¦ Police are treating attacks on Belfast businesses at the weekend as hate crimes. What was behind the disorder? Frank spoke to journalist Amanda Ferguson, SDLP MLA Matthew O'Toole, GB News reporter Dougie Beattie and took calls from listeners
41 mins; August 05, 2024
5072: LISTENĀ¦ Olympic boxing has been mired in controversy after an Algerian boxer who had failed a gender eligibility test was allowed to compete. Frank spoke to Fiona McAnena from Sex Matters
7 mins; August 02, 2024
5071: LISTENĀ¦ Were the Olympic organisers right to apologise for causing offence with its controversial opening ceremony? Frank spoke to Malachi O'Doherty, Mick Fealty and Pastor Paul Burns
24 mins; July 29, 2024
5070: LISTENĀ¦ All Growed Up - the third in Tony Macaulay's best-selling trilogy of memoirs is being brought to life at Belfast's Lyric Theatre - Frank spoke to Tony and Dara McNaughton who plays Tony's teen self
8 mins; July 29, 2024
5069: LISTENĀ¦ Should the Olympics drop equestrian sports over cruelty fears? Frank spoke to animal rights campaigner Andrew Goti, after a top rider was filmed repeatedly whipping her horse
16 mins; July 25, 2024
5068: LISTENĀ¦ Tigger (aka Damian McCullough) is back again to cheer on the Orchard County in Sunday's All-Ireland Final - for a great cause. He called in to chat to Frank
8 mins; July 23, 2024
5067: LISTENĀ¦ Girls as young as 11 are developing anxiety around their appearance and planning future cosmetic procedures - Frank spoke to Save Face campaigner Ashton Collins and ex-showbiz reporter Kim Kelly
11 mins; July 23, 2024
5066: LISTENĀ¦ How do you deal with anxiety? Can you escape the prison of past memories? Deirdre Maguire spoke to Frank and gave some useful tips
14 mins; July 22, 2024
5065: LISTENĀ¦ Should zero hours contracts be banned? As economy minister Conor Murphy is expected to outlaw them, Frank got the thoughts of Unison rep Conor McCarthy
7 mins; July 01, 2024
5064: LISTENĀ¦ Do 'real' men cry? Deirdre Maguire talked to Frank about the taboo of tears
16 mins; July 01, 2024
5063: LISTENĀ¦ Grammy-nominated singer songwriters Keith and Kristyn Getty talk to Frank about hearing their music sung in churches worldwide and returning for a homecoming arena show at Christmas
17 mins; June 26, 2024
5062: LISTENĀ¦ 'Community, connection, the opportunity to sing' - Becky Bellamy from charity Show Some Love, told Frank about the new non-religious Sunday Services at their city centre site
10 mins; June 18, 2024
5061: LISTENĀ¦ 'They put my brother into an early grave and have still not paid a penny' - campaigner Margaret McGuckin spoke to Frank about her struggle to get the religious orders involved in historical abuse to contribute to a compensation scheme
12 mins; June 17, 2024
5060: LISTENĀ¦ After selling out the Grand Opera House in record time, the Shamrock Tenors called in to chat to Frank, ahead of their return to the Belfast venue and shows in Derry's Millennium Forum and gigs in the US
12 mins; June 14, 2024
5059: LISTENĀ¦ 'For young people with disabilities, when they turn 19 it's quite bleak, it's like a cliff-edge' - ahead of a protest, Alma White, whose son Caleb has autism, OCD and ADHD, told Frank about the need for legal backing for SEN provision
10 mins; June 14, 2024
5058: LISTENĀ¦ Belfast has named its first Night Time Czar - Michael Stewart - what should his priorities be, as he takes up the role?
14 mins; June 11, 2024
5057: LISTENĀ¦ Have we become a nation of 'side-hustlers'? A new study found nearly half of us now has a second income stream. Frank spoke to Maire, who turned her love of learning into a successful business
12 mins; June 07, 2024
5056: LISTENĀ¦ Dave Elliott talked to Frank about his new Roleplay tour, his 'smashing' appearances in Blue Lights and his comedy influences
11 mins; June 06, 2024
5055: LISTENĀ¦ Are men who work from home pulling their weight when it comes to housework? If not, why? Prof Heejung Chung from Kings College London says it may be because they're 'protecting their masculinity'
9 mins; June 05, 2024
5054: LISTENĀ¦ The Narrow Water Bridge project has been decades in the making, but work has finally begun. Frank spoke to Jim Boylan, from the Narrow Water Bridge Community Network, about how it could transform the region
10 mins; June 04, 2024
5053: LISTENĀ¦ It's an award-winning (sort of) episode of U105 of the Best this week - featuring Miss Northern Ireland, poll-topping movies, gig reviews and even some live in-studio performances!
31 mins; May 31, 2024
5052: LISTENĀ¦ Is Donald Trump still the favourite to be the next US President, despite his convictions? Frank spoke to Dr Stefan Andreasson from QUB and Greg Swenson, from Republicans Overseas UK
35 secs; May 31, 2024
5051: LISTENĀ¦ 'I want to be an advocate for my nursing family' New Miss NI Hannah Johns talked to Frank about the causes close to her heart as she begins her reign, as well as looking forward to Miss World and her proud dad, rugby legend Paddy Johns
6 mins; May 29, 2024
5050: LISTENĀ¦ It's Friday...you know that that means! The legendary Dionne Warwick graces this week's U105 of the Best, alongside our regular dose of quizzing, banter, pop culture and more from Northern Ireland's Best Mix!
54 mins; May 24, 2024
5049: LISTENĀ¦ Venus Williams is to be immortalised as a Barbie Doll. Which Northern Irish woman deserves the honour? Should Barbie still be considered a role model?
7 mins; May 23, 2024
5048: LISTENĀ¦ 'If we get what we ask for it will turbocharge our economy' Peter McVerry spoke to major industry figures from InterTrade Ireland, as they put the case for Northern Ireland at Westminster
13 mins; May 23, 2024
5047: LISTENĀ¦ We could see driverless cars on the road in just two years, after a new law regulating them was passed. Would you buy one? A YouGov poll found 2/3 wouldn't feel safe. Frank spoke to Brian Gregory from the Alliance of British Drivers
12 mins; May 21, 2024
5046: LISTENĀ¦ If your neighbour has an eyesore in their garden or on their house, should you be able to have it removed? Frank got the thoughts of writer Fionola Meredith
10 mins; May 17, 2024
5045: LISTENĀ¦ Toy boys or older men? Anne Hathaway's new film 'The Idea of You' sees the main character in a relationship with a much younger man. Is it all it's cracked up to be? Frank spoke to showbiz journalist Kim Kelly
12 mins; May 17, 2024
5044: LISTENĀ¦ Would a cash incentive help you lose weight? An NHS pilot scheme offered participants Ā£400 to lose 10% of their body weight in a year - would it work for you? Frank talked to top trainer Alan Waterman
8 mins; May 15, 2024
5043: LISTENĀ¦ Too posh to pick up? Are the types of litter we see changing and why are some people reluctant to lift their rubbish? Frank spoke to behavioural scientist Rachael Singleton
13 mins; May 14, 2024
5042: LISTENĀ¦ Are Facebook groups aimed at protecting women from toxic men, by naming and shaming them, doing more harm than good? Frank spoke to cyber security expert Wayne Denner & Carey Baxter from Mens Alliance NI
17 mins; May 13, 2024
5041: LISTENĀ¦ Irish Cup Winners, Eurovision hopefuls, green fingers, midgies and MILFs all make the cut in this week's U105 of the Best!
44 mins; May 10, 2024
5040: LISTENĀ¦ Would you break up with your partner if they earned a lot more money than you? Chef James Martin has revealed that James Bond heiress Barbara Broccoli's millions created a rift in their relationship
11 mins; May 09, 2024
5040: ListenĀ¦ Electro legends, cutting-edge comedians, top actors, taps aff and tough questions - it can only be another edition of U105 of the Best!
46 mins; May 03, 2024
5039: LISTENĀ¦ Should the Gaza conflict be taught to children in schools? Irish organisation 'Teachers for Palestine' is calling for a two-week course to raise awareness of recent events
19 mins; May 01, 2024
5038: LISTENĀ¦ One year temporary exemption certificates are being issued to tackle the MOT backlog, but are bigger changes needed to make the system work? Frank spoke to Alliance's infrastructure spokesman Peter McReynolds
6 mins; May 01, 2024
5037: LISTENĀ¦ Is cancel culture making comedy better? Comic Joe Lycett claims it's making the industry more 'inclusive' - but is it funnier? Frank spoke to Fionola Meredith
5036: LISTENĀ¦ How well did Northern Ireland's politicians deal with the Pandemic? The Covid Inquiry starts in Belfast this week - Frank spoke to Brenda Doherty from the Families for Justice Group
9 mins; April 29, 2024
5035: LISTENĀ¦ Is hayfever tormenting you? What's the best way to treat it and how can you tell if you just have a cold? Dr Alan Stout gave us some tips
4 mins; April 29, 2024
5034: LISTENĀ¦ Are fear or self-doubt stopping you getting what you want? Deirdre Maguire talks to Frank about how to conquer your fears
18 mins; April 29, 2024
5033: LISTENĀ¦ Is it okay for parents to have a favourite child? A YouGov poll found that two-thirds who admit to having a favourite prefer the youngest. Frank got the thoughts of Kim Kelly
11 mins; April 26, 2024
5032: LISTENĀ¦ Should you let your kids try alcohol at home? The World Health Organisation has pin-pointed the UK as having a problem with underage drinking. Do we need to reassess our culture around alcohol? Frank talked to nutritionist Sal Hanvey
9 mins; April 26, 2024
5031: LISTENĀ¦ Older people's brain power is catching up with the young. New research has found generational IQ gains have plateaued. Frank spoke to lead researcher Prof Stephen Badham from Nottingham Trent University
6 mins; April 26, 2024
5030: LISTENĀ¦ It's Friday...you know what that means - U105 of the Best is back with the best of the week from U105! Short men, long albums, green fingers, spandex and scammers all make it in to this week's show!
52 mins; April 26, 2024
5029: LISTENĀ¦ Is this art? The Turner Prize has had some unusual entries, but who decides what is art and whether it has any creative merit? Frank spoke to Malachi O'Doherty and took calls from listeners
24 mins; April 25, 2024
5028: LISTENĀ¦ Is there anything out there? You could help to find out, by getting involved in the citizen science project Planet Hunters - Sean O'Brien from QUB told us more
7 mins; April 25, 2024
5027: LISTENĀ¦ Netflix series Baby Reindeer has people talking about stalking, but what should you do if you think you're being stalked? Frank spoke to Rhonda Lusty from MAPNI as it's revealed 300 have been arrested since a law took effect two years ago
9 mins; April 23, 2024
5026: LISTENĀ¦ Predators are targeting children as young as three for online grooming, according to a new report. Cyber safety expert Wayne Denner talked to Frank about how to keep your kids safe on the internet
12 mins; April 23, 2024
5025: LISTENĀ¦ How would you feel if someone sat next to you on an empty bus? Thousands of people responded after a woman went viral, sharing her experience of being on a bus in London. Frank spoke to Kim Kelly and got the thoughts of listeners
12 mins; April 22, 2024
5024: LISTENĀ¦ Other countries have ditched school uniforms - should NI follow suit? Frank spoke to Alliance education spokesperson Nick Mathison about the role uniforms can play and the problems with the current system
9 mins; April 18, 2024
5023: LISTENĀ¦ 'We need to be thinking about disease prevention rather than crisis management' - Dr Carla Devlin and nutritionist Sal Hanvey talk about Bodytalk Live - a health conference being held in Belfast
11 mins; April 18, 2024
5022: LISTENĀ¦ Should smacking children be banned? The Royal College of Pediatrics has called for an end to 'unjust and dangerous' physical punishment. Frank spoke to @ParentingNI interim CEO Koulla Yiasouma
8 mins; April 18, 2024
5021: LISTENĀ¦ Is going to university still worth it? The head of UK Universities has warned a funding crisis could see fees rise. Frank talked to Dr Fionola Meredith and Richard Kirk from Workplus
13 mins; April 18, 2024
5020: LISTENĀ¦ 'We wanted truly shared space for people to come and be creative' - Becky Bellamy and Connor Kerr from Show Some Love told Frank about their new collaborative arts space 'Green House' launching in Belfast City Centre
9 mins; April 18, 2024
5019: LISTENĀ¦ What's the strangest baby name you've heard? A family in Sweden was told they couldn't call their son 'Smokey Bacon'. Should you be able to call your child what you want? Frank spoke to Helen McClements
13 mins; April 16, 2024
5018: LISTENĀ¦ Businesses call for clear direction from our politicians to help boost low growth and capitalise on the unique opportunities of dual market access. Frank spoke to Suzanne Wylie, head of the NI Chamber of Commerce
6 mins; April 16, 2024
5017: LISTENĀ¦ Do you know a business in the North West that deserves special recognition? Perhaps they've gone above and beyond to do something innovative or boost the local economy. Entries are now open. Frank talked to Anna Doherty about the awards
