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The Loose Cannons are always up for anything, so we’ve sent them to a Jiu Jitsu class to see if they can handle it. Helen Stynes and Siobhan Leijin have been to Eire Grapple in Tullamore to give it a go:

Have you ever been called fat? Or told that a certain piece of clothing made you look big? Or do you get negative comments because people think you look too thin? The Loose Cannons, Marty Sherwin and Helen Stynes have been discussing some of the horrible things they've been told over the years. And they discuss if it's ever ok to comment on someone's weight:

Spain is the latest European country looking to ban social media for under 16s. It's after Australia led the way last year - while the Irish Government is also looking at imposing some restrictions. There are concerns a ban could risk pushing children into darker corners of the internet. The Loose Cannons of Mary Sherwin and Helen Stynes have been discussing the pros and cons of such a ban with Tullamore mum of three young girls Marie Owens: :

Imagine having to wait for over 20 years to get an official diagnosis. Well it Ciara Whelan that long to be diagnosed with endometriosis and adenomyosis. The 33-year-old has debilitating pain in her abdomen, hips, lower back and legs. On bad days she can't get out of bed, and has been hospitalised several times for heavy periods. Ciara will be part of a protest by Her Voice Project, that will take place outside Leinster House on March 21st. She's been sharing her story with The Loose Cannons of Mary Sherwin and Helen Stynes:

ADHD is more likely to go unrecognised in girls and women. That's according to Chartered Counselling Psychologist Aisling Leonard-Curtin, who received her diagnosis five years ago. She says if people get the right support they are able to channel their ADHD to do amazing things. She has been speaking with the Loose Cannons Mary Sherwin and Helen Stynes about what it is like to live with an ADHD brain.

What age gap is acceptable when it comes to dating? US President Donald Trump is 24 years older than his wife Melania Trump Read More and there's also the same gap between French President Emmanuel Macron's wife, Brigitte. While Hollywood star Al Pacino and ex-girlfriend Noor Alfalla had a 54 year gap. Research shows that men live longer if they have a younger partner, however women live longer if their partner is the same age. The average age gap in relationships worldwide is 4.2 years. The Loose Cannons of Mary Sherwin and Helen Stynes have been delving in to the age gap debate

To celebrate Father's Day the Loose Cannons look at the changing roles of dads. Mary Sherwin tells Siobhan Leijen that her father was her primary carer. They discuss how the role of men has changed over the decades:

Four in five woman will take their husband's surname when they get married. Just over 1 in five will keep their own name, with one in twenty opting to double-barrell their last name. The Loose Cannons look at the Pros and Cons to changing your surname after walking down aisle. Helen Stynes, Mary Sherwin and Siobhan Leijen are at odds over whether it's right or wrong to give your child a double-barrelled name:

The Loose Cannons, Helen Stynes and Siobhan Leijen have been sitting down with Michael Donegan, the man behind the magic at Kilbeggan Chocolate. This episode is a delicious deep dive into the world of artisan chocolate — from the very first small-batch bars to becoming a beloved local brand. They talk about chocolate-making, Easter favourites, and chocolate body parts.

Ballymahon's Maura Higgins has been in the news since sharing a late night kiss with married man Danny Jones after the Brit Awards earlier last month. The pair had spent time in the I'm A Celebrity jungle last year. The midlands model has been branded as a homewrecker but if she's the single one, should she shoulder the blame? The Loose Cannons of Helen Stynes, Siobhan Leijin and Mary Sherwin chat if a drunken kiss can be forgiven

Join Helen, Mary, and Siobhan as they swap stories, debate deal-breakers and laugh about the quirks that make dating so delightfully complicated. Whether you’re hopelessly in love, happily single, or just here for the laughs, Loose Cannons promises to keep it real, relatable and ridiculously funny.

The Loose Cannons of Mary Sherwin and Helen Stynes are having a thought-provoking and candid conversation about the Menopause today. They have sat down with Dr. Deirdre Forde, a Menopause Specialist at Ceile Medical in Athlone, to openly discuss their own experiences. They dive into the realities, challenges and myths surrounding this stage of life, offering insights and straight talk.

Staying up to watch TV is the main reason why people don't get enough sleep. One in five say staying up too late watching programmes or films gets in the way of them getting seven or eight hours of rest each night. The Loose Cannons, Mary Sherwin, Helen Stynes and Hannah Kearon discuss their nighttime habits.

Two years ago on Midlands Today's on International Women’s Day, Midlands 103 launched step up to the mic to try and get more female voices on air. Out of that five women received training in all aspects of radio. Two ladies wanted to continue their journey on air and the Loose Cannons were born. Over the last year, Mary Sherwin and Helen Stynes have discussed everything from pensions to the garda uniform to how google maps drive them mad. This year, we wanted to challenge them even more, so we decided to send them pole dancing and wanted them to record their experience. And I'm proud to say that not only did they do it but the ladies in the office got behind them too and joined them at Bombshell's Pole Studio in Tullamore

Do you have a work wife or work husband? Well, if you do, they can help you deal with stress in the workplace. Nearly three quarters of people say they have a 'work wife' or 'work husband' who helps with their mental health. A survey by Krispy Kreme, found 73% have a 'special, platonic friendship with a colleague'. Almost half admit they're more likely to confide in their 'work spouse' than their actual husband or wife.The Midlands 103 Loose Cannons, which is made up of Helen Stynes, Mary Sherwin and Hannah Kearons believe it's important to have a support network when they are in work.

The Loose Cannons, Mary Sherwin, Helen Stynes and Sinéad Hubble, discuss the pros and cons of wearing uniforms.

There have been many calls to scrap the TV licence fee in the wake of the RTE payments scandal in the last year. The Loose Cannons of Mary Sherwin, Helen Stynes and Sinéad Hubble discuss the programmes that the state broadcaster has created.

Almost 90% of adults admit they'd rather have conversations through emojis over text than confront their feelings face-to-face. A survey says 1 in 10 adults have admitted to ending a relationship over text. Researchers say the findings reveal a "seismic shift" in our communication standards. The Loose Cannons of Helen Stynes, Mary Sherwin and Hannah Kearon discuss if we have lost of art of conversation.

Sentimental items can bring back strong feelings of past memories and many people will hold on to concert tickets, cinema stubs or even receipts. The Loose Cannons Mary Sherwin, Helen Stynes and Caitriona Hughes discuss if it’s alright hang on to items from an ex-partner.

Nearly half of pet owners think their cat or dog is the head of the household. 49% said their pet got their own way more than anyone else in the house - even teens or toddlers. 53% of those surveyed, by Insurance firm Many Pets, admitted to making special meals for their pet including Sunday roasts for their dogs and steaming fish for their cats. The Loose Cannons, Mary Sherwin, Helen Stynes, Catherine Ryan and Sile Reynolds have been chatting about their pets and if some people love their animals more than other family members.

A survey from Royal London Ireland has found a third of workers expect to retire at the age of 66, when people qualify for the State pension. The same figure expect to be working until they reach 70. The Loose Cannons, Mary Sherwin, Helen Stynes and Hannah Kearon have been discussing their plans for when they retire.

The Loose Cannons are discussing anti-social behaviour in towns in the midlands. It comes after the manager of the Bridge Shopping Centre said “we are not dealing with feral youngsters, who are out of control. John Cusack opened up about a number of incidents in the centre.

Nearly two in five people in the midlands are Irish speakers. New analysis of the 2022 Census from the CSO shows over 90,000 people in the region can speak our native language. However, the proportion of Irish speakers in the region has continued to fall in the past 12 years, from 40.7% in 2011, to 39.5% in 2016 and 38.8% in 2022. The Loose Cannons, Mary Sherwin, Helen Stynes and Hannah Kearon have been discussing the Irish language and what can be done to increase the use of it.

The Loose Cannons are discussing the pressure of being perfect. Mary Sherwin and Helen Stynes also look at the lessons they have learned over the years and deal with issues of people pleasing and being brave.

The rise of dating apps in the last 10 years has changed the way people date. Research shows that 53% of adults under 30 had used online dating. This morning the Loose Cannons, Mary Sherwin and Helen Stynes are looking at the world of dating. They have been discussing everything from first dates, to how to be single and happy with Westmeath Matchmaker Mairead Loughman from Love HQ

Mary Sherwin and Helen Stynes look at the pressure of being perfect and discuss the lessons they've learned over the years on the need to always be pleasing other people.

Four in five people are planning an overseas holiday this year, with Spain, the UK and Italy our favourite destinations. However, a survey from PayPal shows 79% of us are making cutbacks to afford it, by giving up daily trips to the coffee shop and swapping takeaways for eating at home. Most will spend an average of €2,320 on their summer break. The Loose Cannons, Mary Sherwin, Sinéad Hubble and Helen Stynes have been chatting about holidays and things they do.

Are you a hoarder? Is there a junk room or drawer in your home? The Loose Cannons of Mary Sherwin, Helen Stynes and Caitriona McMorris have been going through their drawers and presses to discuss the weird and wonderful things they have cluttering up their home.

An overwhelming majority of older people surveyed want an Independent Commissioner for Ageing in Ireland. The role, already in place in Northern Ireland and Wales, would see a person appointed like an Ombudsman to advocate for over 65s. 94% of older people surveyed by Active Retirement Ireland say they wanted the office set up here. The Loose Cannons Mary Sherwin, Helen Stynes and Ciara Kinnarney discuss planning for old age.

Some of the advice women would give their younger selves is to be more confident, learn to say no and don't waste your time with negative people. Our Loose Cannons - Mary Sherwin, Helen Stynes and Sinead Hubble have been looking at the list to see if they agree with the advice.

Should members of An Garda Síochána have tattoos? Mary Sherwin and Helen Stynes find out more.

Mary Sherwin and Helen Stynes dive deep into the topic of Adult Children living at Home.

The title of Ireland's most eligible bachelor has been won by Westmeath man. 29-year-old Ciaran Clarke from Rosemount took the title back to the Lake county after Kerry's Bryan Murphy claimed it in 2022. Mr. Clarke beat out competition from the likes of Killucan's James Doyle and Fabu D, also known as Black Paddy, at the Mullingar Arts Centre on Saturday night. The Loose Cannons of Mary Sherwin and Helen Stynes have been putting Mr. Clarke through his paces to find out why why he took the title of Ireland’s most eligible bachelor.