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5016: LISTEN¦ Toddlers can teach us a lot - how to be happier, more active, sleep better and be more successful. Frank spoke to the author of a new book 'Sleep Well, Take Risks, Squish the Peas', Dr Hasan Merali
7 mins; April 12, 2024
5015: LISTEN¦ U105 of the Best is back to brighten up your Friday with a classic weekly round-up! Health advice, celebrity interviews, quizzing, food chat and pets - what more could you want in a podcast!
26 mins; April 12, 2024
5014: LISTEN¦ Where else would you find wrestlers and monsters mixing with Northern Ireland's best businesses, than on U105 of the Best? Hear the week's top clips and interviews now!
49 mins; April 05, 2024
5013: Listen¦ Good Friday is even better with U105 of the Best! Fill your ears with bands at sea, siblings at work, spring gardening & amazing quizzing and our presenters' favourite chocolate bars!
32 mins; March 29, 2024
5012: LISTEN¦ Should our politicians get more security protection? Frank spoke to the Belfast Telegraph's Liam Tunney, as the PSNI brief MLAs on safety measures
7 mins; March 28, 2024
5011: LISTEN¦ Should terminally ill patients be able to choose to end their own lives? Scottish politicians are voting on assisted dying, as campaigners elsewhere want to see it legalised, including in NI. Frank spoke to campaigner Gavin Walker
10 mins; March 28, 2024
5010: LISTEN¦ Have you ever bought pre-loved clothes? If so, what's been your finest find? Becky Bellamy from Show Some Love talked to Frank, as a report showed 10% of all clothes sales this year will be second hand
7 mins; March 28, 2024
5009: LISTEN¦ Gardeners may welcome the rain, but for farmers it's made sowing, planting and moving livestock very difficult. Frank spoke to William Irvine, deputy president of the UFU
5 mins; March 28, 2024
5008: LISTEN¦ What NI places are underrated? A travel website has included Castlewellan, the Moy and Cushendun. Did they miss your home town? Frank spoke to Cllr Laura Devlin, about the joys of Castlewellan
11 mins; March 26, 2024
5007¦ LISTEN - It’s Friday, you know what that means…U105 of the Best is back! Come for pet care suggestions, hairy legs sustainability and suspect cocktails and stay for Denise's own U105 of the Best books she's read over the last wee while!
41 mins; March 22, 2024
5006: LISTEN¦ Legendary comedian Jimmy Cricket talked to John Daly about his funny family, why music and comedy are great mix and upcoming show 'The Comedians'
21 mins; March 14, 2024
5005: LISTEN¦ Botox and fillers - what if they go wrong? One MLA has warned without more regulation, we risk being a 'wild west' for injectables. John spoke to campaigner Ashton Collins from Save Face
7 mins; March 14, 2024
5004: LISTEN¦ Slugs - a gardener's friend or foe? The Wildlife Trust is encouraging people to think differently about these slimy garden creatures. John spoke to Abi March from the Wildlife Trust
5002: LISTEN¦ Who or what is to blame when teens kill? Brianna Ghey's mother says she feels no anger towards the family of her daughter's murderers, after meeting them. Frank talked to Deirdre Maguire
19 mins; March 11, 2024
5001: LISTEN¦ Adult ADHD could affect 6% of people here and yet there is no dedicated service in Northern Ireland. John spoke to Alliance MLA Peter McReynolds and Claire Loftus whose husband has struggled to get a diagnosis, even from a private provider
20 mins; March 08, 2024
5000: LISTEN¦ How should you load a dishwasher? It is a source of argument in your house? Frank talked to Helen McClements, after the PM Rishi Sunak claimed his wife does it wrong
11 mins; March 07, 2024
4999: LISTEN¦ Junior doctors have gone on strike, claiming a real-terms pay cut of 30% over 15 years - with a union rep claiming it's forcing young doctors abroad. Frank spoke to the BMA's Dr Fiona Griffin and took calls from listeners
35 mins; March 06, 2024
4998: LISTEN¦ Does the media reflect society at large and how important are role models in fostering inclusivity? Frank chatted to Aradhna Tayal Leach, MD of the Radio Academy
9 mins; March 06, 2024
4997: LISTEN¦ Do you hit the snooze button or spring out of bed when the alarm goes? We lose thousands of hours of productive time by delaying getting up, so why do we do it? Frank chatted to Helen McClements
10 mins; March 05, 2024
4996: LISTEN¦ It's a leap year - will many woman be getting down on one knee today? Frank spoke to Kim Kelly
6 mins; February 29, 2024
4995: LISTEN¦ About 1 in 10 of us is living with diabetes or at risk of it - can what we eat help us avoid getting the disease or even reverse the effects? Frank spoke to nutritionist Sal Hanvey
9 mins; February 29, 2024
4994: LISTEN¦ Why is car insurance in Northern Ireland so expensive and why has the price of premiums risen so much in the last couple of years? Frank spoke to Ulster Unionist MLA Andy Allen and Malcolm Tarling from the Association of British Insurers
18 mins; February 28, 2024
4993: LISTEN¦ 100 children a day are being targeted by 'sextortion' gangs, according to a newspaper investigation. Frank talked to cyber security expert Wayne Denner about 'Yahoo Boys' brazenly boasting about their scams online
9 mins; February 28, 2024
4992: LISTEN¦ Shane and Sheena Lynch talked to Frank about fast cars, life on the Real Housewives of Cheshire and their passions that became businesses
15 mins; February 22, 2024
4991: LISTEN¦ What's the best relationship advice you've ever been given? Did you listen? Frank chatted to Helen McClements, from the Sour Wee Blog
15 mins; February 21, 2024
4990: LISTEN¦ The cost of redeveloping Casement Park has spiraled from initial estimates, from £75m to well in excess of £200m. Who's going to pay for it? Frank spoke to Ulster GAA secretary Alan McAvoy
11 mins; February 21, 2024
4989: LISTEN| Internationally acclaimed singer @CaraDillonSings spoke to Frank about her beautiful new book of poetry and stories and accompanying album, 'Coming Home'
16 mins; February 20, 2024
4988: LISTEN¦ Would you split £1m lottery jackpot with your ex? A woman from Lincolnshire is refusing to share the cash with her former partner, as she paid for the scratch card - he says it was his idea to buy it
16 mins; February 20, 2024
4987: LISTEN¦ Just a bit of fun or did it go too far? A popular Belfast venue has attracted a lot of attention for it's UK Pleasure Boys night. Frank spoke to commentator Fionola Meredith and Pastor Paul Burns and took calls from listeners
21 mins; February 19, 2024
4986: LISTEN¦ Are water charges now inevitable in Northern Ireland? Frank spoke to Ann Watt from think tank Pivotal about whether households may need to pay more in future
21 mins; February 07, 2024
4985: LISTEN¦ Has Sir Jeffrey Donaldson pulled off a significant coup by agreeing a deal to remove the Irish Sea border? When might we see a return to Stormont? Frank spoke to Prof Jon Tonge, Mick Fealty, Alliance MLA Eoin Tennyson & U105's Peter McVerry
36 mins; January 30, 2024
4984: LISTEN¦ Do you know your character strengths? What do you look for in others and can you have too much of a good thing? Frank talked to Dr Jonny Bloomfield
10 mins; January 30, 2024
4983: LISTEN¦ Is it now cool to be frugal? The new 'loud budgeting' trend is seeing young people take to social media to boast about their saving habits. Frank spoke to Kim Kelly about it
11 mins; January 25, 2024
4982: LISTEN¦ Do you have any unusual hobbies or collections? A museum in Yorkshire is looking for submissions for a new exhibit. Frank spoke to Alan Harper, from Newtownabbey, about his own 6,500 item collection of fire memorabilia
9 mins; January 25, 2024
4981: LISTEN¦ Having competed in the Commonwealth Games, Ann Brady now finds herself paralysed. Her husband, Shaun, is tirelessly working to get her home, after nearly 2 years in hospital, but has received little help from health officials
12 mins; December 20, 2023
4980: LISTEN¦ Curtis Stigers talked to Frank about his latest tour, hanging out with Elton John, and performing at Bill Clinton's visit to Belfast
17 mins; November 30, 2023
4979: LISTEN¦ Do you snore? Is your partner's snoring keep you awake at night? Nutritionist Sal Hanvey talked to Frank about the causes of snoring and how to stop it
7 mins; November 24, 2023
4978: LISTEN¦ U105 turned 18 years old this week, so to celebrate, here’s the best of our on air birthday celebrations from Northern Ireland’s Best Mix – U105!
41 mins; November 17, 2023
4977: LISTEN¦ This #internationalmensday Frank talked to @krisjack85 about #movember, Bobby Moore and the importance of checking your testicles for abnormalities
13 mins; November 17, 2023
4976: LISTEN¦ Nigel Farage is one of several big-name contestants on this year's I'm A Celebrity. Will you be watching? Showbiz commentator Nigel Pauley says that like him or loathe him, people are intrigued by Mr Farage
12 mins; November 14, 2023
LISTEN¦ It’s Friday… you know what that means – another round of U105 of the Best! Where else would you find The Beatles, doormats, inspirational quotes, Nicholas Cage and bad language than on Northern Ireland’s best Mix – U105!
39 mins; November 10, 2023
4975: LISTEN¦ What makes someone a sex symbol? Monty Don has shrugged off the suggestion he is one - but who decides? Do you have any unusual crushes? Frank got the thoughts of Kim Kelly
13 mins; November 06, 2023
4974: LISTEN¦ 'We've seen a very swift response from Westminster when this has happened across the water- why is it not the case in NI?' Alliance's Patrick Brown talked to Frank about the need for government support for areas affected by flooding
8 mins; November 06, 2023
4973: LISTEN¦ Legendary Thin Lizzy guitarist Eric Bell joined Frank to talk about his book, charting his incredible career, ahead an event at the Sound of Belfast festival on Sunday 12 November
13 mins; November 03, 2023
4972: LISTEN| Top designer Sara O'Neill spoke to Frank about her Christmas cards raising much needed funds for Women's Aid NI and the amazing women that inspired them
5 mins; November 02, 2023
4972: LISTEN¦ If you're looking for an exciting career where you can progress quickly, tourism and hospitality offer great opportunities, yet recruitment has been a struggle. Why is that? Frank spoke to David Roberts from Tourism NI
12 mins; November 02, 2023
4971: LISTEN¦ Bellator no.1 contender @leahmccourtmma called in to U105 studios to talk world title fights, Tyson Fury v Francis Ngannou and Tearfund's latest campaign
10 mins; November 01, 2023
4970: LISTEN¦ As Northern Ireland’s Best Mix celebrates 282,000 sets of ears listening in per week, this week’s U105 shows just why – classic rock chat, pounds and pence in apple pies, mums on Tinder and more!
37 mins; October 27, 2023
4969: LISTEN¦ A number of US states have brought a case against Instagram parent company Meta. Sal Hanvey called in to the @U105Radio studio to talk about the impact of social media on children
8 mins; October 26, 2023
4968: LISTEN¦ Paddy Kielty joined John on the Phone-In to talk Late Late Show, box office success and the downside to knowing Harry Kane
13 mins; October 20, 2023
4967 Listen¦ It's Friday - you know what that means... U105 of the Best! This week's round-up comprises of car park capers, classic crisps, calamitous name-calling, canine and cat care and Coleraine-educated comedian, Omid Djalili...
29 mins; October 13, 2023
4966: LISTEN¦ Much-loved pets, well-meaning partners, ill-advised pain relief, hope-filled rugby fans and Concert of a Lifetime winners make up this week's U105 of the Best!
41 mins; October 06, 2023
4965: LISTEN¦ Girls as young as 11 have had AI-generated 'deepfake' nude photos of themselves shared online - is it illegal and how can parents reduce the risk of their kids being targeted? Frank spoke to cyber security expert Wayne Denner
8 mins; September 25, 2023
4964: LISTEN¦ This week's U105 of the Best sees our daytime line-up of legends talk new movies, holiday packing, iconic sportswomen, washing your ears and desk rage! - just don't tell your boss!
33 mins; September 22, 2023
4963: LISTEN¦ Disney-themed towns and cities, knowledgeable referees, peri-menopausal snacks, Scottish football's finest and wife carrying contests - it can only be U105 of the Best!
36 mins; September 15, 2023
4962: LISTEN¦ This week's roundup includes high temperatures, high-flying kids and high-maintenance males, plus health tips for cats and dogs down the pub!
41 mins; September 08, 2023
4961: LISTEN¦ This week's U105 of the Best features Fat Bottomed Girls, Power Hungry Refs, Iranian-Funded Priests, Menopause-Friendly Meals and Heavy Handbagged Women!
52 mins; August 25, 2023
4960: LISTEN¦ On this week’s U105 of the Best there’s phobias and time travel, pet health tips and pets doing quizzes, plus wondering what makes a One Hit Wonder!
36 mins; August 11, 2023
4961: LISTEN: What are you afraid of? A survey of the UK's most common phobias had heights and spiders at the top of the list. How can you overcome your fears? Frank spoke to hypnotherapist Warren York
9 mins; August 10, 2023
4959: LISTEN¦ This week’s U105 of the Best finds the Breakfast show getting quizzical, Carolyn getting cultured and horticultural, Frank getting ready for the jungle + Johnny & Linda getting nostalgic for the video shop!
44 mins; August 04, 2023
4958: LISTEN: With less than two weeks until nominations close, Danielle McCormick from @TriterraNI spoke to Frank about the first ever All-Ireland Sustainability Awards
9 mins; August 03, 2023
4957: LISTEN: Derry Girls and the King's Christmas Speech were the big winners, but overall fewer of us are watching live TV. James Stinson from Ofcom talked to Frank about TV trends
3 mins; August 03, 2023
4956: LISTEN¦ This week’s U105 of the Best finds Denise debunking aliens, a mighty hard Minute to Win It, Maurice on Belfast’s musical magnificence, the future of football with Frank and a poignant tribute to Sinead O’Connor from Carolyn
29 mins; July 28, 2023
4955: LISTEN¦ Can you believe your own eyes? AI is making it harder than ever to separate fact from fiction. Cyber security expert Wayne Denner talks to Frank about whether public figures could be at risk from blackmail
6 mins; July 17, 2023
4954: LISTEN¦ With typical mortgage holders faced with paying an extra £6000 a year, will the Chancellor's meeting with the big lenders yield any good news? Frank spoke to leading property expert Dr John McCord @UlsterUni
16 mins; June 23, 2023
4953: LISTEN¦ 'Parents need help to stay afloat' - a new report found childcare is 'unaffordable' , but campaigners say the scale of the problem is being understated. Frank spoke to Casey McGivern from @MeltedParentsNI, Aoife Hamilton and Kate Nicholl
22 mins; June 23, 2023
4952: LISTEN¦ Having spoken up for countless victims and survivors of abuse, for which she was awarded an MBE, Margaret McGuckin spoke to Frank about her book telling the story of her campaign for justice and the abuse she and her brother suffered in care
20 mins; June 21, 2023
4951: LISTEN¦ After further revelations in the Noah Donohoe case, Nicola Tallant, investigations editor at the Sunday World, spoke to Frank about crowdfunding efforts for an independent investigation
13 mins; June 19, 2023
4950: LISTEN| Just weeks ago it was being singled out for praise by the US president, now Young Enterprise has seen its funding cut in half. Frank spoke to Carol Fitzsimons, its chief executive
5 mins; June 15, 2023
4949: LISTEN¦ Gavin James spoke to John Daly about performing at Belsonic with George Ezra and Glastonbury as well as featuring on one of Brazil's biggest soap operas
5 mins; June 09, 2023
4948: LISTEN¦ One of the founding fathers of the Belfast punk scene, Outcasts lead singer and bassist Greg Cowan called in for a chat, before jetting off to Japan and New York as part of the band's world tour
17 mins; June 09, 2023
4947: LISTEN¦ With recent electoral success for Sinn Fein and uncertainty post-Brexit leading to growing talk of Irish unity, is unionism right to feel 'under siege'? Frank spoke to historian and author Dr Aaron Edwards about his new book
16 mins; June 08, 2023
4946: LISTEN¦ Ahead of the 2023 North West Business Awards tomorrow night, Frank spoke to Colin Gracey from main sponsor Loganair about the strength of the region
9 mins; June 08, 2023
4945: LISTEN¦ Can a positive outlook and being in touch with your emotions help you live a longer, happier life? New research suggests it can. John got the thoughts of Dr Jonny Bloomfield
11 mins; June 06, 2023
4944: LISTEN¦ Apple has launched its 'most advanced device ever' - which promises to 'seamlessly' blend the real and digital worlds...but would you pay nearly £3,000 for it? John spoke to tech expert Wayne Denner
10 mins; June 06, 2023
4943: LISTEN¦ Should Katie Taylor hang up her gloves if she loses a rematch with Chantelle Cameron? Jim Gracey, editor of Local Women Sport tells Frank her first defeat might be a 'warning bell' that she should consider her future
10 mins; May 22, 2023
4942: LISTEN¦ Eating disorders claim more lives than any other mental health condition, yet support services are denied funding. Frank spoke to Ann McCann from @EDA_NIreland
8 mins; May 22, 2023
4941: LISTEN¦ 'In many ways this was an accident waiting to happen, since 'Queuegate' - you can't have a host and hostess who don't get on' - showbiz commentator Nigel Pauley talked to Frank about Phillip Schofield's departure from This Morning
14 mins; May 22, 2023
4940: LISTEN| The North West Business Awards are fast approach. Jim Roddy, manager at the City Centre Initiative highlighted the great work being done by companies in the region
14 mins; May 17, 2023
4939: LISTEN¦ Younger women can develop osteoporosis too - Kim Kelly from Mighty Women talks about her own diagnosis and de-mystifying the condition
7 mins; May 15, 2023
4938: LISTEN¦ Would the Balmoral Show be improved by going vegan? Animal rights activist @andrewgoti and Belfast Telegraph columnist Fionola Meredith gave their thoughts
21 mins; May 12, 2023
4937: LISTEN: How does a family begin to pick up the pieces after suicide? Seamus Waites spoke to Frank about losing his son Thomas to suicide - how he rebuilt his life and now helps others and what support exists
18 mins; May 03, 2023
4936: LISTEN¦ The DUP appear to close the gap on Sinn Fein in the latest Lucid Talk poll - is its Protocol stance winning support? Frank spoke to lead pollster Bill White
13 mins; May 01, 2023
4935: LISTEN¦ 'When the guide dog's wearing the harness, it's like a uniform, they're going to work - it's important not to distract them' Dawn, with Guide Dogs NI, tells Frank why you shouldn't pet a service dog without asking
9 mins; April 26, 2023
4934: LISTEN¦ With the weather improving, would you fancy taking your office outdoors? How about a 'fake commute?' Frank talked to Dr Jonny Bloomfield about the benefits of the walking work meeting
7 mins; April 25, 2023
4933: LISTEN¦ Would you pay money to rent a friend? Frank got the thoughts of Kim Kelly from Mighty Women
7 mins; April 04, 2023
4932: LISTEN¦ The sister of Columba McVeigh says she hopes the “dark cloud” surrounding their family will be lifted as the search for his body resumes.
9 mins; April 03, 2023
4931: LISTEN¦ A three-year-old girl and an elderly woman are among those caught up in the feud between rival drug gangs in Ards and North Down. UUP Policing Board Member Mike Nesbitt speaks to Frank after an attack in Donaghadee
6 mins; March 30, 2023
4930: LISTEN¦ New BBC series Blue Lights reflects the reality of life as a PSNI recruit - it's been getting rave reviews - Frank spoke to writer Declan Lawn and Hannah McClean, who plays Jen Robinson,
14 mins; March 28, 2023
4929: LISTEN¦ Is having a laugh as good for you as 300 sit-up or running a mile? Dr Jonny Bloomfield tells Frank about the many health benefits of laughter
5 mins; March 28, 2023
4929: LISTEN¦ 'Cycling education stands kids in good stead for when they go on to become drivers' Colin O'Carroll tells Frank as the DFI says it can no longer fund cycling proficiency lessons
7 mins; March 28, 2023
4928: LISTEN¦ James and Grace are the most popular baby names in NI - but what does your name say about you and what baby names will never come back? Frank got the thoughts of Kim Kelly
13 mins; March 27, 2023
4927: LISTEN¦ What makes Donaghadee the best place in NI to live? Frank spoke to former mayor Cllr Mark Brooks and Tim McKee from the Copeland Distillery
8 mins; March 24, 2023
4926: LISTEN| 'The situation is unfair and unjust' says SDLP Health Spokesperson Colin McGrath as more and more people end up spending their savings on private healthcare in the face of NHS waitlists
10 mins; March 24, 2023
4925: LISTEN| 'There's uncertainty for ourselves and many disability organisations - we're sitting at a cliff-edge ' - Sean Hanna from NOW Group tells Frank they're just days away from losing a quarter of their funding
5 mins; March 22, 2023
4924: LISTEN¦ Should smacking be banned in Northern Ireland? After the NSPCC called for a law change on 'physical punishment', Frank spoke to Parenting NI chief executive Charlene Brooks and took calls from listeners
38 mins; March 21, 2023
4923: LISTEN¦ Caffeine - can you have too much of it? When should you consume it and can it boost your health? Frank spoke to health and performance coach Dr Jonny Bloomfield
7 mins; March 21, 2023
4943: LISTEN¦ The NSPCC calls for a ban on physical punishment of children. Charlene Brooks from Parenting NI says our lack of Executive is 'no excuse' for the law to be so far behind the Republic, Scotland and Wales
14 mins; March 21, 2023
4942: LISTEN¦ Can this Ireland side, ranked world number one and fresh from Six Nations glory, win the World Cup? Frank spoke to Grand Slam winner and Ulster legend Paddy Wallace and top sportswriter Steven Beacom
