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2009-09-15T10:28:00.004+01:00

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2009-09-15T10:21:00.004+01:00

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On the QT- Mystery Voice 31st August

2009-08-31T19:01:00.002+01:00

Stage! with a bit of an acccent...

Here's who it's NOT:

Barrack Obama
Liam Neeson
Terry Wogan

Tune in tomorrow at 5.35 for your chance to win 250 euro in Dublin's Q102's Mystery Voice!!

Also if you have any issues that you would like raised on the brand new 6 o'clock phone in
you can email us at studio@q102.ie

We'd love to hear from you!!

Rebecca

On the QT's Mystery Voice

2009-08-24T19:50:00.003+01:00

We had three winners in a row for the mystery voice last week, so it's a brand new one for you this week for 200 euro! Wrong guesses for 'Stage' so far include:

Russell Crowe

Liam Neeson

Gerry Ryan

Christy Moore

Guess the mystery voice tomorrow at 5.35pm on On the QT!!

Happy Guessing

Venetia

On the QT Friday 14th August

2009-08-14T19:23:00.002+01:00

Who's doing 'Doing?'

There were two more guesses for the mystery voice today. Here's who it's NOT:

Hughie Green-TV Presenter
Pierce Brosnan

Tune in on Monday for your chance to win 350 euro!

Also we began our Premier League Predictions for the weekend

Paul Lennon Football Correspondent for The Star predicted these results:
Man Utd 3 Birmingham 1
Blackburn 0 Man City 2
Everton 2 Arsenal 1

While Paul Trainer, Managing Editor of The Dubliner magazine predicted:
Man Utd 2 Birmingham 0
Blackburn 0 Man City 1
Everton 0 Arsenal 1

Do you agree? Do you want to give your predictions? You can email us on qt@q102.ie

As always we'd love to hear from you!

Rebecca

Shorts Movie Preview - tickets all weekend

2009-08-12T13:59:00.002+01:00

All weekend we've got family tickets to our special preview next Tuesday of the new Warner Brother's movie - Shorts - join us this more music weekend on Dublin's Q102 - check out the trailer below....

Dublin's Q102's Headwrecker

2009-08-11T22:56:00.004+01:00

20% of Dublin men won't do this if they can help it!

Incorrect Guesses:
Change a nappy
Go shopping with their partner
Shave
Wash the dishes
D.I.Y.
Anything!
Mow the Lawn
Hang out the washing
Make the bed
Go to the doctor
Have an affair

Don't forget you can email your guess anytime to dave.harringto@q102.ie

Good Luck!

Dave H.

On the QT's Mystery Voice 7th August

2009-08-07T19:17:00.002+01:00

Doing!!!!!!! Here's who it's NOT:

Michael Caine
John F Kennedy

Tune in Monday at 5.30 for your chance to win 300 euro in
Dublin's Q102's Mystery Voice!

Rebecca

Showbuzz - Sienna Miller's Wet Leather Loook!

2009-08-06T11:59:00.004+01:00

So here she in the outfit she had to squeeze into every morn on set of her latest movie G.I.Joe!
Something different for a Saturday night in Temple Bar?
Hmmmmmmmmm............ :-)

Suzy G Xx

The passing of a great

2009-08-06T11:57:00.002+01:00

I was saddened to hear the news today of the death of Renato Pagliari, who died last week aged 69. For those unfamiliar with Renato he was the voice of the classic Cornetto advert.

But Renato's finest hour came in 1982 when he teamed up with Hilary Lester who changed her name to Reneé for their Christmas number 1 "Save Your Love" which, along with Joe Dolce's "Shaddupa Your Face" was one of the biggest novelty hits of the 1980s. The video was cringe-worthy but there's something so awful about it it's almost good!

R.I.P. Renato

Liam

Gone to the dogs....

2009-08-06T10:26:00.005+01:00

This should probably be filed under "only in America": Dog owners who want to do the responsible thing and have their pet neutered but are worried about how it might affect his self-esteem, or how he looks need worry no more. Neuticles are a prosthetic replacement for his...well bits! Once the vet has snipped off the originals he simply pops a pair of Neuticles in and Fido is as good as new....better in fact, because he looks just as much a man (well man-dog) but he won't embarrass you by getting "friendly" with every dog he sees!

Prices start at just over $100 for the basic model but you could pay over $1000 for a top-of-the-range pair that will look and feel natural (who's going to be feeling them???). It's easy for us to laugh but pet owners in America and beyond seem to think they're a great idea. You could almost say they're the dog's b....maybe not!!

If you want to know more have a look at Neuticles Website

I found this great picture of a satisfied customer, Eddie, and his dog Bruno.
Have a look at where Eddie's left hand is......

Is he worried he might be next??!

Liam

Dublin's Q102's Headwrecker!

2009-08-04T15:50:00.003+01:00

Most Dublin women spend over 100 hours a year doing this!

Incorrect Guesses:
Applying Make-Up
Putting the toilet seat down
Waxing
Shaving
Talking on the phone
Christmas Shopping
Looking in the Mirror
Cleaning
Flossing

Remember you can always email your guess to dave.harrington@q102.ie

Dave H.

Mystery Solved.......

2009-08-03T09:54:00.002+01:00

Well done Erich who correctly guessed the answer to Dublin's Q102's Headwrecker!

Over 80% of Dublin men don't know......their partner's weight!

Join me for a brand new one tomorrow after 1,

Dave H.

Blue Crew get Flirty!!

2009-08-01T15:57:00.005+01:00

Ray, Robbie, Electric Eddie and James from Dublin's Q102's mid week Blue Crew, present
Fidelma McCabe who will be getting married to her Husband Dave this week flowers, to mark their special big day!!

They met courtesy of Dublin's Q102 on a past dating item called 'Flirty at 8 Thirty' on Debbie Allen's Breakfast show over 3 years ago!!

And who said Cilla Black from 'Blind Date' only got to wear a hat??
Debbie hope you picked a nice one!!

Many congratulation's to both of them from all here at Dublin's Q102!!

Robbie K.

Win tickets to see Bandslam!

2009-07-31T14:05:00.002+01:00

All weekend we've got tonnes of family passes to see the movie Bandslam before anyone else at our exclusive screening... listen for star of the movie Ally Michalka inviting you to be texter 102 on 0857 102 102 to win your tickets!

On The QT information

2009-07-29T17:37:00.001+01:00

Here is the link to Dave Browne's website: www.irishpeopleunion.com

Venetia.

Dublin's Q102's Headwrecker

2009-07-27T15:41:00.005+01:00

Well done Mags from Lucan for correctly guessing the answer to the last one:
"For over half of Dubs it's more than one.....PILLOW! "

See what you make of this one:

"Over 80% of Dublin men say they don't know this......"

Incorrect Guesses:
How to use a washing machine
Their Partner's Date of Birth
The location of the original O'Connell Bridge
Their Partner's Middle name
Their relationship anniversary date
Their Partner's starsign
How to read a map/ask for directions!
The National Anthem

Don't forget you can email your guess anytime to dave.harrington@q102.ie

Dave H

Be my mate on Facebook!

2009-07-26T11:11:00.003+01:00

Go on.....you know you want to!

Just click here

Dave H.

Bernard & the Boys!

2009-07-26T08:19:00.003+01:00

If you're at a loose end today don't forget the CASA charity fundraiser on at Richmond Park! Find out more here.

Dave H.

Our Blue Crew get to meet the Red Crew!!

2009-07-23T15:40:00.004+01:00

Dublin's Blue Crew were 'Warmly' welcomed at Dublin's Fire Brigade station in Kilbarrack, when they payed an unscheduled visit this week!! The ladies Rebecca And Juile were in their element learning the ropes on what is considered a very tough job!! But they were praised by Firemen Colin and Stephen on how well they handeled everything, and wanted them to sign up for recruitment there and then!!

Big thanks again to the guys and all the rest of staff who made it a brilliant day!!

Rob K.

GI Ray!

2009-07-23T08:59:00.008+01:00

This weekend we're looking forward to the release of the new GI Joe movie on August 7th! We've got goodies from the movie to give away all weekend as modelled by Ray Shah above... When you hear GI Joe over the weekend be texter 102 to 0857 102 102 to win your goody pack and movie tickets...

Check out the trailer here:

A Laugh In The Park

2009-07-22T10:35:00.003+01:00

The Carlsberg Comedy Carnival takes place this weekend in The Iveagh Gardens and it'll feature some of the best comedy talent from home and abroad. All the details are available here

One performer worth a mention though is Tim Minchin, he's an Australian whose comic songs are just brilliant. Here's one of his best ones it's called "Inflatable You" WARNING: If you're easily offended you might want to give this one a miss.

If not....Enjoy!

Liam

Dublin's Q102's 6 Pack - The Answers!

2009-07-21T11:09:00.003+01:00

Well the answers EXCEPT song 1!!!!

Song 1 - ??????????????

Song 2 - Young Hearts Run Free - Candi Staton
Song 3 - Let's Stay Together - Al Green
Song 4 - La Isla Bonita - Madonna
Song 5 - Get Down - Gilbert O'Sullivan
Song 6 - Friday I'm In Love - The Cure

One more to get - your chance to win €200 cash at 6.15 tomorrow morning with Debbie on Dublin's Q102's More Music Breakfast Show! Remember to win the money you will need to name ALL SIX SONGS!!! Good luck!

New arrival!

2009-07-20T10:54:00.002+01:00

Meet Sadie, the newest addition to the Harrington household!

Dave H.

One small step....and one little question.

2009-07-20T10:27:00.002+01:00

It's exactly 40 years since the Apollo 11 mission landed on the moon and Neil Armstrong became the first human to set foot on extra-terrestrial soil. Anyone who's old enough to remember it can tell you where they watched the moon landing; and the phrase "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind" has become the most famous phrase in history.

I've found some restored footage online of the landing. In the first piece you'll see Neil Armstrong making his way down the ladder to the lunar surfave. Here's the ing though; if he was the first man on the mon who was filming that?? If you're near the radio I'll tell you on air just after 11am this morning (July 20th). If not check back later afor the answwer!

Liam

On the QT 17th July

2009-07-17T19:26:00.002+01:00

Today we spoke to Niall Doherty, BER Assessor about assessing energy in the home.

They're holding a seminar tomorrow on energy rating in the Stillorgan Park Hotel tomorrow from 10-2 be sure to head along.

Also congratulations to Anne from Finglas! She managed to scoop 400 euro in 'On the QT's mystery voice'

The answer was Steve Kanally who plays Ray Krebbs in Dallas!

There will of course be a new mystery voice on Monday...

On the QT's Mystery Voice....

2009-07-16T19:26:00.003+01:00

Thursday, July 16, 2009

On the QT Mystery Voice 16th July

And it continues....for 400 euro....

On the QT's mystery voice competition-Here's who it's NOT:

Mickey Rourke
Paul Hogan
Bill Oddy
Larry Hagma
John Forsyth
Michael Palin
MC Hammer
Harrison Ford
Meredith Birches
Stacey Keech
Larry Hagmouth
Danny Devito
Al Pacino
Jack Nicolson
Heath Ledger
Michael Keating
Michael Douglas
Peter Faulk
Boy George
Patrick Duffy
Stacey Keech
Dustin Hoffman
Kermit the Frog
Dennis Hopper
Christian Slater
Kevin Bacon
and Bart Simpson

Think you know who it is? Listen in tomorrow and you could win 400 euro!!!!!!

Dublin's Q102's Headwrecker

2009-07-16T15:42:00.004+01:00

For over half of Dubs it's more than one.....
(Hint: It's something INSIDE your house!)

Incorrect Guesses:
A Drink
A Holiday
A Pet
A Child
A Car
A mobile phone
A newspaper
A credit card
A TV
A Clock
A Lamp
A Radiator
A Bathroom/Toilet
Remember you can always email your guess to dave.harrington@q102.ie

Dave H.

Footage of Michael Jackson Pepsi Commercial released

2009-07-16T02:12:00.008+01:00

I have always wondered when this clip would come out. And now it has.

Us Magazine has released never seen before footage of Michael Jackson's 1984 Pepsi Commercial accident. Most of us know the story. Shooting of the commercial was all going to plan but on the 6th take, fireworks went off too early, setting Michael Jackson's hair on fire. He carried on performing unaware of the flames on his head. But he was soon in agony with second and third degree burns on his scalp and body. This incident is what allegedly kicked off his addiction to pain killers and plastic surgery.

I remember when this happened as I was a massive MJ fan as a kid. And I can't stop watching the clip. I can't believe he could still perform as he must have been in so much pain. He truly was a legendary performer.

Click on this link to see the clip...... http://www.usmagazine.com/news/video-michael-jacksons-tragic-commercial-accident-2009157.

Lisa Armstrong.

On the QT Mystery Voice 15th July

2009-07-15T19:18:00.004+01:00

On the QT's mystery voice competition-Here's who it's NOT:

Michael Palin
MC Hammer
Harrison Ford
Meredith Birches
Stacey Keech
Larry Hagmouth
Danny Devito
Al Pacino
Jack Nicolson
Heath Ledger
Michael Keating
Michael Douglas
Peter Faulk
Boy George
Patrick Duffy
Stacey Keech
Dustin Hoffman
Kermit the Frog
Dennis Hopper
Christian Slater
Kevin Bacon
and Bart Simpson

Think you know who it is? Listen in tomorrow and you could win 400 euro!!!!!!

On the QT Mystery Voice- Hammer!!!!!!!!!!!!! Tues 14th July

2009-07-14T19:16:00.004+01:00

On the QT's mystery voice competition-Here's the list of guesses so far:
Harrison Ford
Meredith Birches
Stacey Keech
Larry Hagmouth
Danny Devito
Al Pacino
Jack Nicolson
Heath Ledger
Michael Keating
Michael Douglas
Peter Faulk
Boy George
Patrick Duffy
Stacey Keech
Dustin Hoffman
Kermit the Frog
Dennis Hopper
Christian Slater
Kevin Bacon
and Bart Simpson!!!

If you have anything you want to get off your chest, or have an idea for the show you can text us 085 7 102 102 or call us 1850 30 10 22!!

Painted Pooches

2009-07-14T04:55:00.003+01:00

There have been some very strange fashion trends in China over the years. But this is one that I don't see catching on in western countries anytime soon.

An increasing number of owners have started bringing their pooches to grooming parlours for not only a 'cut and blow dry'....but a little repaint job.

I don't even think Paris Hilton would stoop this low!

Lisa Armstrong

On the QT/ 6 o' clock phone in.....

2009-07-13T19:20:00.003+01:00

Today on the 6 o' clock phone in we spoke about Ryanair stopping their flights to Fuerteventura!

We were inundated with calls from listeners!

On the QT's mystery voice competition-

Here's the list of guesses so far:
Danny Devito
Al Pacino
Jack Nicolson
Heath Ledger
Michael Keating
Michael Douglas
Peter Faulk
Boy George
Patrick Duffy
Stacey Keech
Dustin Hoffman
Kermit the Frog
Dennis Hopper
Christian Slater
Kevin Bacon
and Bart Simpson!!!

If you have anything you want to get off your chest, or have an idea for the show you can text us 085 7 102 102 or call us 1850 30 10 22!!

We'd love to hear from you!!!

Harry Potter stars hit town!

2009-07-13T14:55:00.002+01:00

Just came back from having a nice chat with Evanna Lynch and Matthew Lewis who play Luna Lovegood and Neville Longbottom in Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince which has its premiere tonight in Dublin. Hear snippets of the chat this week on Showbuzz and the full interview this Saturday on Dublin's Q102's Big Saturday Show... Shane

The day that changed the world

2009-07-13T10:27:00.004+01:00

It's hard to believe that it's 24 years since the Live Aid concerts in Wembley and Philadelphia. It was one of those moments in history where everyone remembers where they were. I was sat at home on the couch for the whole 13 hours with my friend Paul, whose birthday it was (and still is!). Pretty much every major star of the time played at one the two venues.

When you ask people about their favourite moments Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody is one of the first things they talk about. Here's the performance on the day.

One artist made an extra bit of history that day by becoming the first person to play at concerts on both sides of the Atlantic on the same day! Here's the piece they did with Phil Collins while he was on Concorde flying to Philadelphia....

The will was there but technology wasn't!!

I hope this brings back happy memories for you.

Liam

On the QT & the 6 o' clock phone in- Friday 10th July

2009-07-10T19:24:00.003+01:00

Today on the QT we spoke about a new report on 9 year olds. To find out more you can check out http://www.growingup.ie/index.php?id=5

We also had the good old mystery voice competition. HAMMER!!! Here's who it's NOT:

Danny Devito
Al Pacino
Jack Nicolson
Heath Ledger
Michael Keating
Michael Douglas
Peter Faulk
Boy George
and Bart Simpson!!!

On the brand new 6' clock phone in we had Stephen Nolan a dating coach from Wexford- he gave us his tips on how to pull the ladies

Also we spoke about the possibility of putting a pay cap on public sector pay

If you have any ideas for the 6 o clock phone in, or if something drives you mad, or you just want a good old rant we want to hear from you! It's all about....you...you....and YOU!

You can text us 085 7 102 102 or e-mail us phonein@q102.ie

We'd love to hear from you!!!

Blue crew hit Dun Laoghaire!!

2009-07-10T16:30:00.005+01:00

Dublin's Q1o2's Blue Crew were invited this week to the launch of the Volvo Dun Laoghaire regatta, which is on from the 9th to the 12th of July!!
As you can see James, Elaine, Robbie and Electric Eddie made the most of this nautical event!!

Robbie K.

2009-07-10T11:15:00.002+01:00

Got to see Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince last night - it was really good. Check out Dublin's Q102's Showbuzz from midday today to hear the first Irish reactions - Shane - Meanwhile you can watch the trailer for the movie below!

Free U2 Tickets All Next Week!!!!!!

2009-07-10T11:04:00.005+01:00

Dublin's Q102 is welcoming U2 home to Croker! We've blocked off 10 seats in the Cusack Stand for their gig on Monday July 27th!! Wanna help us fill them? Each morning next week at 8.15 Debbie Allen will play the U2 song of the day. Hear it again played any time before 7pm and be texter 102 to 0857 102 102 to text U2 with your name and location and the tickets are yours! Letting you see U2 for free - Dublin's More Music Less Talk station - Dublin's Q102

Major Announcement Tomorrow!

2009-07-09T15:18:00.002+01:00

Join Debbie Allen on Dublin's Q102's More Music Breakfast Show tomorrow morning at 8.15am for a MAJOR announcement - you will not want to miss this....

Blue crew hit the streets!!

2009-07-08T22:38:00.006+01:00

Rebeca , Julie and Robbie hit the streets of Dun Laoghaire this week giving out Dublin's Q102's new Blue car stickers for our on going competition, 'Dublin's Q102's Cash for Your Car Reg' which has been a roaring success, with hundreds of Euro being won so far!!

(Loving the new t-shirts ladies!!)

Robbie Kane.

Leinster Rugby DVDs to be won all weekend!

2009-07-08T15:58:00.002+01:00

All this more music weekend we're teaming up with Leinster Rugby to give away copies of "The official commerative DVD - Leinster - Heineken Cup 2009 Champions of Europe". Each hour we'll give a copy away which tells the official story of Leinster’s greatest triumph, Highlights from every one of Leinster’s matches - Including extended highlights of their win over Leicester in the final, Plus... extended highlights of the magnificent victory over Munster"

Listen to hear the roar of the crowd and be texter 102 on 0857 102 102 to win your very own copy of this great DVD all day Saturday and Sunday from Dublin's More Music Less Talk station - Dublin's Q102.

Michael Jackson's Death Certificate

2009-07-08T10:55:00.003+01:00

This is what it looks like - more details in Dublin's Q102's Showbuzz today! Shane

Michael Jackson to get his own crater on the Moon!

2009-07-07T10:24:00.002+01:00

This is the map of the area of the moon where Michael Jackson is said to be getting his own crater named after him - for more check out Showbuzz today! Shane (src:www.ryanseacrest.com)

Dublin's Q102's Headwrecker

2009-07-06T15:40:00.004+01:00

80% of Dubs admit to doing this when their partner is away for the night!

Incorrect Guesses:
Sleep naked
Go out with their friends
Cheat
Go to bed early
Stay up late
Buy a pressie for their partner (or bit on the side!)
Watch what they want to on telly!

Another chance to have a guess tomorrow from 1!

Dave H.

2009-07-06T15:28:00.003+01:00

Ask yourself this question...Do you believe in ghosts??

Well check out this video taken the other day from inside Michael Jackson's Neverland ranch

Spppppoooooookkkkyyyy

Ray

Michael Jackson video from News Of the World

2009-07-06T10:35:00.001+01:00

This is the video of Michael Jackson from News Of The World. More details on Showbuzz today! Shane

Snow White Sarah Twigs It!

2009-07-06T08:54:00.002+01:00

Well done Sarah from Rathfarnham who correctly guessed the answer to Dublin's Q102's Headwrecker:

35% of Dubs say they couldn't go a day without it..........Looking in a mirror!

I'll have a brand new one later today,

Talk to you just after 1!

Dave H.

2009-07-05T20:51:00.005+01:00

This is it! Michael Jackson's last on stage performance before he died.
You make you're own mind up, do you think he still had it?

IMO, absolutely...even though he looks extremely thin, his voice is excellent. I love that he had a small grin at the very end.

M.J R.I.P

Ray

Separated at Birth?

2009-07-02T10:09:00.007+01:00

Antony Worrall Thompson & Joe Cocker

Is it just me or?

Very strange....

Dave H.

Jackson's Will released

2009-07-01T22:14:00.003+01:00

The will of King Of Pop Michael Jackson has been released. American TV show "Entertainment Tonight" obtained a copy and this is what it looks like... More on this in Dublin's Q102's Showbuzz tomorrow from midday... Shane

Michael Jackson - were you going to any of the shows??

2009-07-01T11:30:00.002+01:00

Michael Jackson fans who bought tickets to see the star in concert, are being given the option of getting a refund, or keeping their ticket as a collector's item. They feature one of eight unique designs, which the King of Pop himself created. The tickets printed with the special lenticular process, were inspired and designed by Michael Jackson for the fans attending his shows. This is the actual "oversized" concert ticket, measuring 82mm x 186mm (3.23in x 7.32in) for the 50 This Is It shows at The O2. His hopes were his fans would want to keep the special ticket as a reminder of the memorable evening that they would share together. The lenticular concert tickets feature one of eight unique designs printed via the lenticular printing process. Lenticular printing is a 3D process that can contain animation, multiple photos, morphing or a combination of these. The front of the ticket is the lenticular image and the reverse side is the standard ticket detail including the performer name, tour name, show date, venue, section number, row number, and seat number.

Jackson's funeral is to take place over the weekend and he will be buried at his beloved Neverland Ranch just north of LA. More details on Dublin's Q102's Showbuzz throughout the day - Shane

New Arrivals

2009-06-30T12:21:00.002+01:00

Sarah Jessica Parker and Miatthew Broderick have just released this picture of their new twins. Marion Loretta Elwell and Tabitha Hodge were born last Monday to a surrogate mother. Their seven year old son Jamie is also in the picture.

It's a really lovely relaxed family photo but look at the couch they're all sitting on....did they pose in a student falt in Rathmines!!!

Liam

On the QT - Tonight at 5pm

2009-06-29T12:56:00.003+01:00

Did you have a couple of glasses of wine with your dinner over the weekend? Or perhaps you popped out for a few pints - well according to reports today, the Irish spend more on drink than any other country in the EU - a massive 2,000 euro a year...

We'll be talking about this tonight at 5pm On the QT - so why don't you test yourself first, log onto

www.alcoholresponse.com and let us know how you get on on the text 085 7102102

Cheers!

Venetia

The Moonwalk - Doggy Style

2009-06-27T11:12:00.004+01:00

Last night I had a brain wave, seeing as myself & Fifi Trixibelle (my puppy)

are such huge fans of Michael Jackson, what's the best way to show your

appreciation to the King of Pop - Reinact the moonwalk of course,

Here's how Fifi got on...

Ray Shah

Thriller

2009-06-26T10:20:00.002+01:00

We're all stunned here at the news of Michael Jackson's death. No matter what anyone said about his personal life he was one of the great entertainers. Thriller was aground breaking album and the title track gave us one of the most amazing music videlos ever made. It was directed by Hollywood director John Landis and, at the time of its release, was accompanied by a warning that it could scare some viewers!

Michael Jackson R.I.P

Liam

The King Of Pop dies....

2009-06-26T02:04:00.003+01:00

Michael Jackson 1958 - 2009

RIP

Sad news of the passing of Michael Jackson just a few hours ago - Dublin's Q102 just played an hour of his greatest hits celebrating his life. Join Scott Williams "On The QT" this evening as we talk to a number of people on this sudden passing including an LA radio presenter who has met Michael and visited his Neverland Ranch and we'll have Paddy Cullivan live in studio - send your comments to qt@q102.ie

Blue Crew In Howth!

2009-06-25T19:06:00.005+01:00

Robbie, Sam, Ray and Rebeca from Dublin's Q102's Blue crew , were lucky to be in Howth again this week where they gave away tickets for the Ladies Golf Irish Open...
They popped into Deer park golf course and saw Howth castle, while Sam got friendly with the Seals along the pier... All in a days work what?? :)

(Pictured above)

Robbie Kane.

You Can Call Me Al

2009-06-25T10:09:00.002+01:00

When I mentioned on air earlier that I was going to play a song with one of the most iconic videos of the 1980s most people figured straight away that I was tlaking about Paul Simon's "You Can Call Me Al". The video features Chevy Chase and it's one of my all-time favourite videos. In case you haven't seen it....Here it is!

Enjoy!

Liam

Italian Ray Shah!!!!!!!!!!

2009-06-24T15:07:00.007+01:00

Hi there!

I was in Italy last week and had to stop to take a pic of this chap on my way home from a night out. The similarity to our Ray Shah is unreal!!!
Stefano (if that is his real name!) was happy to pose for pics and only delighted to learn he's the image of one of Ireland's hottest celebs! :-)

Suzy G

Great news for Dublin's Q102!!!

2009-06-22T17:31:00.002+01:00

Dublin's Q102 today received news that we have retained our broadcast licence for another 10 years! Following the application process, Dublin's Q102 were the sole applicants and today it was confirmed by the Broadcasting Commission of Ireland that our licence would be extended from May 2010 for a period of 10 years covering Dublin City & County. Speaking following the announcement, Chief Executive Officer Scott Williams said “This is a great endorsement of the station and the hard work of all staff” and extended his congratulations to all involved in the application process.

Dublin's Q102's Headwrecker

2009-06-22T15:43:00.006+01:00

35% of Dubs say they couldn't go a day without it!

Incorrect Guesses

The Internet
Cup of Tea/Coffee
Mobile Phone
Dublin's Q102!
A cigarette/smoke
A chat/"natter"
A wristwatch
Telling their partner they love them
Brushing their teeth
Brushing their hair
Chocolate
Bedroom antics...(ahem!)

Remember you can email your guess to dave.harrington@q102.ie

Dave H.

Happy Birthday Dave Harrington!!

2009-06-22T14:23:00.005+01:00

It may have been a day late as his birthday was yesterday but we never forget! We just surprised him with his cake and card! Happy Birthday Dave!

Win Eagles tickets all this week!!

2009-06-22T08:34:00.002+01:00

The Eagles play the RDS next Thursday July 2nd... All this week with Matt (10am - 1pm) and Dave (1pm - 5pm) get your tickets when you hear an Eagles song. When you hear one be texter 102 to 0857 102 102 to win!

The Big Sat Show - CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!

2009-06-20T14:04:00.001+01:00

Well done to Lisa Marie for Marino, the winner of the final pair of Britney tickets in the city for her Saturday night show at the O2!!
Lisa won her tickets on The Big Saturday Show with us and to top it all off after the show Ray hand-delivered the tickets himself!

Enjoy it Lisa!!!

Ray Shah & Suzy G Xx

New Movie Trailer for 2012

2009-06-19T10:11:00.002+01:00

So apparantly the world is going to end in 2012 - Hollywood, of course, has already jumped on board releasing the movie 2012 starring John Cusack on November 13th this year... Check out the trailer below - looks like a goodun - Shane in Production

Blue Crew hit the Coast!!

2009-06-18T21:33:00.005+01:00

The Blue Crew were out in force again this week with whistle stop tours in Clontarf where Ray met the lovely Kristin and her mum at the C.R.C day care center , and Malahide where they caught up with Stephanie and Hamid in their 'Stairwell Cafe' off the main street...
Sam and Holly of course enjoyed the sun against some historical monuments while Robbie took charge of the camera!!!

Rob Kane.

Samuel Beckett in place!

2009-06-18T13:57:00.003+01:00

Liam Coburn was on his way home today and spotted that the new Samuel Beckett Bridge has been locked into place - he kindly took a photo and sent it back to the station!

Zoo-Tube

2009-06-18T12:09:00.001+01:00

Her mate in the background is the real star!

Dave H.

The Big Saturday Show wants to send you to Britney!!!

2009-06-17T17:38:00.002+01:00

OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
On this week's Big Saturday Show we have got the very last pair of Britney tickets for her gig this Saturday night at the O2 to give away!!!!!!!
AND to top it all off Ray will deliver them over to the winners house personally after the show on Saturday!!!!
Tune into The Big Saturday Show from 10am this Saturday morning for details of how to get your hands on those tickets!

Ray & Suzy Xx

Bobby Ewing... again!!

2009-06-16T17:49:00.002+01:00

Congrats to Patricia Carty of Dunboyne correctly guessed that Dublin's Q102's Mystery Voice was, yet again, Patrick Duffy aka Bobby Ewing from Dallas. We say "yet again", because he was also the previous Mystery Voice - crafty eh???. Well done Patricia and don't forget to join Scott at 5.35 tomorrow evening for a brand new one!

The Blue Crew get there First!!!

2009-06-16T16:18:00.005+01:00

Dublin's Q102's very own Blue Crew where the first people and vehicles to officially cross over the new 'Luas Spencer Dock Bridge' in the City today!! They were Joined by Senator Davis Norris and Local Business man Harry Crosbie and a flurry of Photographers to capture what will be a future public gateway to the O2 Arena and Dublin's Q102 studios at Macken House...

R.K

Dublin's Q102's Headwrecker

2009-06-16T15:45:00.005+01:00

In Dublin, nearly 30% more women than men do this.....

Well done to Chris from Ballymun for getting the right answer....HUG!

Dave H.

Accrington Stanley!!!!!!

2009-06-16T13:49:00.001+01:00

Spotted this ad on tv last night - how clever - and so many memories attached too!! Enjoy! Shane in Dublin's Q102 Production

2009-06-15T12:27:00.002+01:00

All this week with Liam and Dave from 10am right through till 5pm we want you to join us at our Michael Buble screening party - we're going to be showing "Michael Buble meets Madison Square Garden", giving you a few drinks and nibbles and letting you take home a copy of the CD/DVD too! Listen to Liam Coburn and Dave Harrington each day this week to find out how to win - meantime enjoy the trailer we've posted above!

We'll Transform Your Weekend!

2009-06-13T22:46:00.005+01:00

It's another More Music Weekend on Dublin's Q102 and we're giving you the chance to win tickets to the Irish Premiere of Transformers - Revenge of the Fallen! Not only that, we'll give you the CD soundtrack AND the first Transformers film on DVD as well!

Listen all weekend for your chance to win.

Good Luck!

Dave H.

Go In The Dark....

2009-06-10T11:18:00.003+01:00

Father's Day is Sunday June 21st and I've been looking around for something unusual. I think I've found it - The LavNav! Getting up to go to the bathroom at night has always been an issue - do you turn on the bathroom light and blind yourself or go in the dark and hope your aim is good? LavNav solves the problem it's a small plastic light that fits to the underside of the toilet. It has a motion sensor so when someone approaches it switches on and lights up the toilet bowl so there are no accidents! It can even tell you whether the seat is up or down. It glows green if it's down

And red if it's up! It looks like it even shines a target to aim at - Genius!!

It costs about €22 and you can get it online from this website

Happy Father's Day!!!

Liam

Fifi Trixibelle!!!

2009-06-05T15:51:00.003+01:00

Fifi trixibelle (Ray Shah's little darling) decided to pop in to check out the new Q surruondings and get a lesson in broadcasting......of course I was happy to oblige!!
Cuteness!!

Suzy G X

'Bake' a difference for Temple Street!

2009-06-05T12:30:00.006+01:00

Last night 'On the QT' we were talking to Eoin Higgins, about why baking cakes has had a massive increase in popularity and is now considered a 'sexy activity' amongst men under 25!

So if you want to get baking, then why not do it for a good cause, and 'Bake' a difference for Temple Street Children's Hospital...

www.thegreatirishbake.ie is where you'll find out more!

Happy Baking

Venetia

Dublin's Q102's Ray Shah's BIG News!!!!!!!!!!!

2009-06-03T14:50:00.002+01:00

Checkout page 68 of this month's Heat Magazine!

Ray's having a very good day today!!! ;-)

Gripping News!

2009-06-02T10:28:00.007+01:00

All revellers fall into one of eight different personality types which are given away by their drinking techniques, a leading psychologist has concluded.

Dr Glenn Wilson, a consultant psychologist analysed drinkers’ body language and then advised on their openness to being approached.

He has categorised them as the ‘Flirt’, ‘Gossip’, ‘Fun-Lover’, ‘Wallflower’, ‘Ice Queen’, ‘Playboy’, ‘Jack the Lad’ and ‘Browbeater’.

He said the most open to being chatted up were “the flirt, the playboy, and the funlover”. Harder to crack are the Jack the Lad, the Ice Queen, the Wallflower and the Gossip. The Browbeater should be avoided.

Dr Wilson said: “The simple act of holding a drink displays a lot more about us than we realise - or might want to divulge.

“The next time you’re having some liquid refreshment, it might be worth thinking about what you’re saying to the people around you just by the way you’re holding your glass.”

The 8 Categories are:

1. The Flirt: Usually a woman, who holds her glass with dainty, splayed fingers and uses it in a provocative way. She may position it in such a way as to draw attention to her “attributes” or peer over the rim to make eye contact when taking a sip. Assuming her agenda is appealing, the best way to approach is with reciprocal flirtatious gestures.

Celebrities: Jordan, Paris Hilton.

2. The Gossip: This (mainly female) drinker tends to cluster in all-female groups talking about other people, and can be critical. She holds a wine glass by the bowl and uses it to gesticulate and make points in conversation. She is inclined to lean over her drink, in towards others so as to speak confidentially. This person already has a close-knit social group with little inclination to extend it, therefore advances from outsiders are not usually welcome.

Celebrities: Kate Moss, Sadie Frost.

3. The Fun-lover: This type of drinker may be a man or a woman, who drinks to be sociable and values togetherness. A convivial individual, he / she enjoys being with their friends, and likes a laugh. Swigs taken from bottled drinks are short, so they don’t miss out on chipping in with the conversation. The bottle is held loosely at its shoulder for ease. This type of person is always happy to extend their social circle. The best way to approach them therefore is to leap directly into light, good-humoured conversation and make them laugh.

Celebrities: Sarah Harding, (Dave Harrington....cough)

4. The Wallflower: This is a shy, submissive individual who holds the glass protectively, not letting go, as though afraid somebody will take it away. Palms are kept hidden and the glass is used as a social crutch - the drink is never quite finished, with a mouthful left in case of emergency. The drink is small, and may be drunk through a straw, which is fidgeted with, and used to stir the drink between sips. The style and pace of drinking is an echo of those around them (very little is initiated). This individual needs to be approached in a gentle, sensitive way, with perhaps a few understated compliments to build self-confidence, but may eventually warm to overtures.

Celebrities: Scarlett Johansson, Natalie Portman

5. The Ice-queen: This is a mainly female type whose natural style is cold and defensive. She drinks from a wine glass, or a short glass, which is held firmly in a barrier position across the body so as to deter intimate approaches. It is usually a waste of time approaching this woman; she may be ready with a put-down.

Celebrities: Victoria Beckham

6. The Playboy

This man is the active, self-confident, Don Juan-type seducer. He uses his glass or bottle as a prop, playing with it suggestively. He is inclined to be possessive.

Celebrities: Russell Brand, David Walliams

7. The Jack the Lad: This “peacock” is conscious of his image. Inclined to be confident and arrogant, he can be territorial in his gestures, spreading himself over as much space as possible, for example, pushing the glass well away from himself and leaning back in his chair. If he’s drinking with his mates, he would be unlikely to welcome approaches from outside the group, unless it helps to enhance his ego.

Celebrities: Peter Andre, David Cameron, Jason Statham. The “ladette” (e.g. Lily Allen) would be the female approximation.

8. The Browbeater: This rather pugnacious type is again mostly male. Something of a know-it-all, he comes across as slightly hostile, even if only through verbal argument, or jokes targeted at others. He should be approached with great care, or not at all.

Celebrities: Russell Crowe (with Naomi Campbell as a female equivalent).

So, Which one are you?!!

Cheers!

Dave H.

2009-06-01T06:57:00.002+01:00

The very best of luck to all the ladies (and the lads in frocks) taking part in Dublin's Woman's mini marathon, at 3 o'clock today.Remember plenty of water and dont forget the sunblock!!!

Cheers

Mathieu

Dublin South By(e)-Election!

2009-05-28T22:08:00.002+01:00

This week 'On the QT' we started to meet some of the candidates for the Dublin South By-election! In the Studio were, Senator Alex White, Ross O'Mullane and George Lee!

A week to go and then it's off to the polls!

Venetia

Dublin's Q102's Headwrecker!

2009-05-27T17:37:00.003+01:00

In Dublin the average one is 40!

(REMEMBER 2 of the guesses below are in the right area!!!!)

Incorrect Guesses:

-Average age of a single woman
-Price to fill a tank of petrol/diesel
-Capacity of a Luas carriage
-Price of a Driving Lesson
-Minutes spent waiting for a bus
-The length (in feet) of a Bus or Luas
-Average Age of a Dublin worker
-Speed Limit
-Age of statue/monument
-Average Weather Temperature
-Average contents of a box of matches
-Average age of a Dublin house
-Average waistline!
-Average cost to print an election poster
-Average number of taxis at a Dublin rank on a Friday night
-Average number of minutes to commute from a Dublin suburb to the city centre
-Average length of a toilet roll
-Average age of a dog
-Average Washing Machine Temperature
-Average hours per working week
-Average age of people living in Dublin
-Average shoe size
-Aveage amount of text messages sent per person per week
-Average school class size
-Average wattage of a lightbulb
-Average number of newspapers on sale in Dublin
-Average fee for a Doctor in Dublin
-Average length (in years) of a mortgage
-Average time (in years) it takes for roadworks to be completed in Dublin!
-Average jacket size for a guy
-Average age of a Granny/Grandad
-Average number of cigarettes a Dublin smoker smokes per day
-The average fall in value (percentage) of 2nd-hand homes in Dublin
-Surface Wind Speed (Knots)
-Average car speed (km or mph) in Dublin
-Average number of commands a dog can understand!
-Average Age of a Granny/Grandad
-Average Dress Size
-Average Age of the Mayor
-Average Age of woman having her first or second child

Remember you can always email your guess to dave.harrington@q102.ie

Dave H.

I'm A Telly Addict!

2009-05-27T11:28:00.001+01:00

I’ve become addicted to a TV show; it’s not a soap or a reality show – well not the sort of reality show that makes a fortune for Simon Cowell! It’s called South Pacific and it’s on BBC2 on Sunday evenings (it’s repeated on Tuesday). It’s the BBC doing what they do best – brilliant nature programmes. South Pacific takes us on an amazing journey through the world’s largest ocean and the thousands of islands it contains. It features some amazing creatures and fascinating cultures, all beautifully filmed. Check it out for yourself on Sunday night on BBC2. In the meantime here’s a clip from the show; it’s about 5 minutes long but well worth the time.

Enjoy!

Liam

Crumlin goes Blue!

2009-05-26T23:25:00.003+01:00

Ray Shah, Juile B, Rebecca Lee and Robbie Kane from Dublin's Q102's mid week Blue Crew,
Hit the streets of Windmill Park 'Crumlin' to Give out Dublin's Q102'S Bran new BLUE car sticker for an up and coming competition happening in JUNE...

Listen out for details on your more music less talk station Dublin's Q102 and next weeks Herald AM!

R.K

Fixed Mortgages

2009-05-26T12:48:00.002+01:00

Last week on On the QT, we talked to the founder of a new website created to help homeowners who are facing crippling exit fees to leave fixed mortgages. We've been inundated by emails looking for the website address - so here it is:

http://www.actiononfixedmortgages.com/

Hope this helps!

Venetia

Labour Leader Eamon Gilmore visits Dublin's Q102

2009-05-25T17:03:00.003+01:00

We are delighted to welcome Labour leader Eamon Gilmore to our new broadcast facility at Upper Mayor Street, Dublin 1 to have a chat with Scott Williams "On The QT". He is pictured here with Scott and Venetia just a few moments ago.

Elections Elections Elections

2009-05-25T12:48:00.003+01:00

Tonight on 'On the QT' we'll be meeting the last of the candidates running for the Dublin central bye-election, before we head over the river to Dublin South! Leader of the Labour Party Eamon Gilmore will also be popping in to say hello this evening!

Here are some photos from last weeks catch up with some of the Dublin Central candiates - Labour's Ivana Bacik, Fianna Fail's Maurice Ahern & David Geary from the Green Party!

Cheers

Venetia

WHAT a match!

2009-05-23T20:46:00.002+01:00

There are no words!

:)

Dave H.

The Big Saturday Show joined by Aslan & Ireland's top models!!!

2009-05-22T14:18:00.005+01:00

Hi there!

Don't forget to join us tomorrow morning from 10am for Dublin's Q102's Big Saturday Show. We've got a live performance and interview with Aslan!

Also we've added some glamour to Dublin's Q102's Great Northside Southside Challenge. We've enlisted two of Ireland's top models to play for their side of the city - Jenny Lee Masterson for the northside and Sarah Kavanagh for the southside!

Tune in at 11.20am Saturday to find out which side of Dublin is more intelligent and to hear how the girls fare with our trivia!!

Talk to you tomorrow from ten!!

Ray Shah & Suzy G Xx

The Script - A Brilliant Band......No Strings

2009-05-21T10:49:00.005+01:00

GREAT Song, GREAT Video - Some of the effects used are very clever....

Watch it here

Dave H.

Ray and Robbie Square up to 'Jack'

2009-05-19T23:20:00.008+01:00

Ray Shah and Robbie Kane bump into Kerry All Ireland Gaelic footballer 'Jack O Shea' in Palmerstown while working with the Blue Crew this week. He informed them that even though he is not that keen on our new 'Blue Dublin' Colour's, he is a fan of our station, Dublin's Q102...

We cant ask for more than that Jack...!

R.K

Showbuzz - Beautiful Britney!!!

2009-05-18T15:08:00.004+01:00

So Britney's back in the gossip pages today thanks to her financial affairs- the star earned 7.6 million last year but managed to spend 6.7 million in 11 months with most of her money going on legal fees. You may remember she was constantly being pictured heading in and out of court!! The star is also spending a good chunk on security and staff. Her security is definitely intense - it's been revealed that when she comes to play London she will stay in the Dorchester hotel with her security sleeping outside her room every night!!

On a separate note I noticed this picture of her today, it was taken last Saturday in LA and I think it's one of the best pics I've seen of the star in a long, long time! She's looking fit, tanned and healthy. Nice dress too!!

Suzy G xx

Dublin's Q102's Charity Auction Photos!!!

2009-05-17T14:38:00.002+01:00

Shane, Pamela and Carol
Lucianne

Elaine, Lindsay, Dave Harrington and Liam Coburn

Suzy G talks to John Lawless of St Michael's House

Suzy G selling!!

Going Going Gone!

2009-05-15T19:02:00.003+01:00

Don't forget, Dublin's Q102's Annual On-Air Charity Auction starts at 10am on Sunday!

Why should you tune in on Sunday?

1. ALL money raised goes DIRECTLY towards the development of St. Michael's House Childrens' Respite Services

2. We have loads and loads of exciting "lots" for you to bid on (for instance, how about tickets to see U2 at one of their SOLD OUT Summer concerts at Croker?!)

3. It'll be a fun day!

Thanks in advance for your help & support,

Talk you Sunday at 10!

Dave H.

Dublin's Favourite Sandwich!!

2009-05-14T20:44:00.002+01:00

Tonight on 'On the QT' we were looking for Dublin's favourite sandwich filling as part of National Sandwich Week! While most of you were pretty normal in your culinary tastes, here are some of the dubious favourite fillings:

Salad Cream & Cornflake Sandwich, with butter & sugar
Tuna & nuts!
Sliced white batch with Brussell sprouts
Onion, egg, banana, tomato & King crisps
Smoked horse meat & sugar (I kid you not!!)
Weatabix with butter
Fried Potatoes & Cabbage in brown bread
Chips, crisps, ketchup & jam with regular butter on fresh batch!

So what's yours?!!

Venetia

Fast Carr

2009-05-14T06:41:00.003+01:00

It looks like Jimmy Carr learned a thing or two from The Stig when he was a guest on Top Gear....Unfortunately his newfound knowledge has landed him in trouble as he appeared in court yesterday on a speeding charge. Not clever!

The reports said he posed for photographers outside the court but this is the only picture I could find

Initially I thought "he doesn't look much like he's posing" but then I realised this is probably positively jovial for Jimmy Carr!

No word yet as to whether or not the judge will turn him into Jimmy Public Transport for a while!

Liam

If I won the lotto?!

2009-05-13T21:10:00.004+01:00

Spotted this yesterday in Merrion Square......

I'll take one in red thanks very much...

Dave H.

Welcome Samuel Beckett!!

2009-05-13T15:49:00.007+01:00

After 2 false starts over the last few days, the new Samuel Beckett bridge finally made it through the East Link at around 2.45 this afternoon... we made the short stroll from Dublin's Q102 new studios down to have a look and took a few pictures as well - we weren't the only ones interested either - there were at least 300 people gathered around the East Link, up the quays and on the south side of the Liffey too... Expect to see lots of great pictures and coverage of this over the next day or two in the national papers and tv but the pictures you'll see above are our little piece of Dublin history! Enjoy!