The Pat Kenny Show
Episodes
Narrative wars & surging disinformation
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As war unfolds on the ground in the Middle East, another battle is raging online as convincing AI fakes in the theatre of war are spreading faster tha...
Tehran in flames as the Iran war rages on
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Iran's capital, Tehran, erupted into flames as Israel and the US last night launched a fresh wave of devastating strikes. Joining Pat to discuss this ...
Looking ahead to Cheltenham 2026 with Willie Mullins
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Cheltenham roar will be turned up to fever pitch from next Tuesday as the annual racing festival kicks off once again. Underlined by a host of hot...
The Lyric’s the Thing: 'Easy Like Sunday Morning'
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Harrington joins Pat for the weekend's first instalment of 'The Lyric’s the Thing'. For this first week, he has chosen 'Easy Like Sunday Mornin...
Barry Keoghan on his new film 'Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man'
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pat is joined by Barry Keoghan to chat about his brand-new film, 'Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man', which is currently in cinemas and is set for Netf...
Concerns about the housing crisis in the Gaeltacht.
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A protest took place outside the Dáil earlier in the week, highlighting concerns about the housing crisis in the Gaeltacht. Our reporter, Josh Crosbi...
Plans to move Rotunda Hospital dropped but is it the right decision?
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Rotunda Maternity Hospital is to stay in its current location in Dublin city centre, with the plan to move the hospital to the site of Connolly Ho...
Pat's Sunday Paper Review March 8th
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Pat to chat through some of the main stories in the Sunday papers is Sinéad O'Carroll, Editor of TheJournal.ie.Also joining Pat ot discuss co...
Brunch inspiration with Gareth Mullins
07 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With Mother's Day fast approaching, resident chef, Gareth Mullins, Executive Chef of The Anantara Marker Hotel, joins Pat to talk all things brunch.
Ask the Expert: Dermatology
07 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pat is joined by Nikki Ralph, Consultant Dermatologist and photodermatology specialist, for this week’s Ask the Expert.
How much stress do you take on in your everyday life?
07 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
How much stress do you take on in your everyday life, and what effect does this stress have on your body's ageing? For more on this, Pat is joined by ...
Nuns seeking €40m from sale of Dublin property
07 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On Wednesday, we heard that nuns are seeking €40 million for the sale of a landmark Dublin 4 property. Located on a site immediately adjacent to St ...
Anthony Scaramucci on the Iran War & the state of American foreign policy
07 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The world is watching with bated breath as tensions in the Middle East escalate dramatically. With ongoing U.S. and allied operations against targeted...
Iran War Week Two: What’s the latest?
07 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Israel has announced a new wave of "broad-scale" strikes on Tehran as US President Donald Trump said only Iran's unconditional surrender would bring a...
Ireland v Wales Six Nations Review with Devin Toner
07 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Former Ireland international Devin Toner joins Pat to assess Ireland's performance against Wales in last night's Men's Six Nations Championship round ...
The Pat Kenny Show is back!
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Pat Kenny Show is back!It’s business as usual every Saturday and Sunday morning between 10 and 12, noon, with the same in-depth analysis, a host...
Ask the Expert: Tips when taking your driving test
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-an...
Why we keep secrets and if they are always bad?
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-an...
The Netflix-Effect on Sport
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-an...
Who is Gavin Newsom?
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-an...
Actor and author Hugh Bonneville on his new book
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-an...
The priesthood as a career
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Young people are urged to consider the priesthood and religious life. That is the call from Bishop Phonsie Cullinan of Waterford and Lismore who spoke...
Three favourite books with Paul Howard
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Journalist and writer Paul Howard chats to Pat about his three all-time favourite books.
Ask The Expert: On drafting a will
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-an...
Returning on March 7... The Pat Kenny Show
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
He hasn't gone away, you know... The Pat Kenny Show will return on March 7th in its new weekend slot of 10am to midday. Pat will set the agenda for yo...
The Inca Gardens of Ancient Peru
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-an...
Roddy Collins on his fascinating life in football
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-an...
A look behind the scenes at the C.I.A. since 9/11
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-an...
How many ants are on Earth?
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-an...
Emmy winner Rosie O'Donnell on life in Ireland
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-an...
'Rock n Roll Kids' Paul Harrington and Charlie McGettigan
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-an...
Irish Actor Liam Cunningham
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-an...
Former state pathologist Marie Cassidy on her new book
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his do...
Could we ever end up with a United Ireland?
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-an...
How have authoritarian regimes risen around the world?
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-an...
From the archive: How to avoid a hangover
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-an...
Air Force One through the ages
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-an...
From the archive: Bafta award winning actress Miriam Margolyes
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-an...
From the archive | Is Alex Ferguson dead to Roy Keane?
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-an...
A look back on the new stories of the week
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week our Friday Forum was Neale Richmond TD, Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora, Fine Gael, Dublin-Rathdown, Conor Shee...
‘Melania’ feature length documentary, which releases today
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A who’s who of republican politics in the United States lined out at the Kennedy Centre’s red carpet for the premiere of the ‘Melania’ feature...
The border crossing at Rafah is set to reopen
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This Sunday the border crossing at Rafah is set to reopen since its closure back in May of 2024. this will be the first time people will be allowed to...
Friday Food with Gareth Mullins
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth Mullins dishes up chocolate fudge cake with milk chocolate ganache and fresh raspberries.
One union is looking for new working rules due to bad weather
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A Status Yellow Rain warning is in place for seven counties today, and further flooding is expected in Dublin. People are continuing to grapple with t...
A look ahead to the weekend of sport
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today is the men's semi-final day at the Australian Open with world number one Carlos Alcaraz hoping to make it to the final after his match against A...
Predicting how well patients with breast cancer will respond to treatment
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In Ireland, it is estimated that one in seven women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lives. While treatment options have improved, ...
John Simpson on recent world politics
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's only been 30 days since 2026 began and it's safe to say chaos has replaced the status quo. From US threats to invade Greenland, the capturing of ...
Boxed with John Fardy reviews Steal on Amazon Prime
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Steal is a contemporary, high-octane six part thriller about the heist of the century. and the ordinary office worker who finds herself at the h...
Irish table tennis stars over the years!
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, Timothee Chalamet received a nomination for Best Actor at the upcoming Academy Awards, for his role in Marty Supreme, a film based on the l...
Children as young as seven being used a drug mules
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Children as young as seven coming to school on drugs and being used as drug mules. Fine Gael TD for Louth Paula Butterly told the Oireachtas Justice C...
February is oesophageal awareness month
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
February is oesophageal awareness month, and despite Ireland being recognised internationally for excellence in the clinical management of oesophageal...
Broadway legend Kim Crisswell on her life in show business
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Broadway legend Kim Crisswell joined Pat on the show to talk about her life in show business. Also to tell us about her show “Broadway Sound: The 1...
Republicans standing up to Trump on science
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Republicans are standing up to the White House to protect health, science and space research funding from draconian cuts. All to discuss with Luk...
Have we done enough for our flood defences?
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In the aftermath of the flooding and Storm Chandra, have we done enough for our flood defences? Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment and M...
Retailers making more sustainable easier for consumers?
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What measures are retailers taking to make being more sustainable easier for consumers? All to discuss with Jo Linehan, Climate and Sustainability Jou...
Will President Trump launch a fresh set of attacks on Iran?
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Last night president Donald Trump threatened a major new strike on Iran after preliminary discussions between Washington and Tehran. Taking to Truth S...
Met Éireann is warning of continuing flooding in South East
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Met Éireann is warning of continuing flooding risks as a status yellow weather warning is in effect for six counties in the South East. We get the la...
Joe Duffy talks retirement since leaving Liveline
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
That is, of course, Stockton’s Wing’s tune Over the Moors, which most of you will probably know better as the song that was the Liveline theme tun...
Gardening stories with Diarmuid Gavin
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Bernard McMahon occupies a quiet but pivotal position in the formation of American horticulture. Born in Ireland around 1775, he was part of a generat...
How the Kinahan gang has been operating since US bounties
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In 2022, the leaders of the Kinahan Cartel were hit with a collective fifteen million bounty on their heads by U.S. authorities. In the years that fol...
Will the upcoming mayoral elections in France see voters opt for Far-Right candidates?
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With less than two years to go to the next presidential election, France's political forces are already jockeying for position. Emmanuel Macron’...
Why 2026 could be the year of the camera for road safety
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
2026 could be the Year of the Camera and Government are planning a lot more Speed Cameras, and also plans to introduce cameras for red lights, bus lan...
How can we be better prepared for flooding like Storm Chandra?
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Met Éireann is warning that the worst may not be over following Storm Chandra which brought extensive flooding to Wexford, W...
Green Scene: Sikkim, the fully organic State in India
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s Green Scene, Dr Ruth Freeman, Director of Research for Society for Research Ireland, joined Pat Kenny to discuss Sikkim, th...
Bells, bars and protests spark noise complaints in Dublin
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Traffic, house alarms and construction are just some of the sweet sounds that make up Dublin city's soundscape. But is our capital becoming ...
Cabinet approves plans to abolish the triple lock
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Cabinet is to approve plans for the abolition of the triple lock. Yesterday, the Minister of State for AI said she would like the power to shut do...
Lord Mayor of Cork uses AI to write speech
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Artificial intelligence has become ingrained in all aspects of life from search engines, online shopping, and speech writing. Politicians, both a...
Tech with Jess
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week Jess Kelly joined Pat to discuss why California Governor Gavin Newsom is carrying out a review of the now US owned TikTok. Newsom accused Ti...
Trends, disruption and the digitisation of transport here
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to transport here in Ireland, we always seem to be the last country to jump on the latest trends. We see some progression in the Metro L...
This week marks National Grief Awareness Week
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week marks National Grief Awareness Week. it’s the sixth year the Irish Hospice Foundation are running this campaign, especially during January...
Who is Nelson Peltz?
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Who is Nelson Peltz? As the rift between Brooklyn Beckham and his family was made even more public last week, who is his billionaire father-in-law who...
Should Micheál Martin attend the White House for St Patrick's Day?
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Minister for Foreign Affairs Helen McEntee will bring to Cabinet the over 50 destinations that Ministers will visit this St Patrick’s Day, headlined...
Storm Chandra has caused major distributions this morning
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The impact of storm Chandra has caused major distributions this morning. Our reporter Josh Crosbie who is standing by in one of the worst affected are...
Why is there a growing distrust in NGO’s?
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland is among the few European countries who have bucked trends and have continued to increase public funding for the non-profit and charity sector...
Overprotecting your child causes anxiety and stress in adulthood
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most parents overprotect for the best of reasons. The world feels more dangerous than ever. We want our children to be happy, confident, unhurt. So we...
Reporting from the biggest GAA club in Shanghai
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For many people who emigrate, the GAA becomes an important part of their life abroad. For decades now, the sport has been a way for people to find a c...
Storm Chandra lands in Ireland
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Storm Chandra has brought rain, wind and flooding across Ireland especially in the East of Ireland. We get the latest on the situation with Aoife Keal...
Why did Air Force one stop in Shannon airport?
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A former flight attendant who posed as a pilot to get hundreds of free flights and why did Air Force one stop in Shannon airport. All to discuss ...
Ask The Expert: On back and joint pain
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Back and joint pain are some of the most common injuries many of us face whether it's from playing sports, exercising in the gym or even from sitting ...
ICE kills another American citizen
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Federal immigration officers shot and killed another American citizen in Minneapolis on Saturday. Alex Pretti was a 37 year old ICU nurse who worked i...
The upcoming Netflix documentary on Lucy Letby
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With a new documentary set to release on February 4th, Lucy Letby is back in the news. The upcoming Netflix documentary on the former nurse is set to ...
Cost of accommodation for IPAS surpasses one billion in 2024
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The cost of accommodation for international protection applicants surpassed €1 billion for the first time in 2024. The new figures come as the lates...
Another successful weekend for Michael Carrick
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
it was another successful weekend for Michael Carrick at the helm of man united as they defeated arsenal 3-2 in emirates stadium. Leinster secur...
Has Micheál Martin spent too much time abroad in his first year as Taoiseach?
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Taoiseach Micheál Martin has faced some criticism because of the number of overseas trips he has been on in the last twelve months. But are these...
What is contributing to school absenteeism?
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Almost a third of primary schools have seen a sharp rise in the number of pupils absent for four weeks or more in the wake of the pandemic. In a new r...
A 14-year-old girl died after being struck by a scrambler bike
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A 14-year-old girl died after being struck by a scrambler bike in Finglas in Dublin yesterday afternoon. With more on this Pat spoke to Kitty Holland,...
Friday Forum look back on the new stories of the week
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Friday Forum look back on the new stories of the week. Joining Pat this week was John Lahart, Fianna Fáil TD FOR Dublin Southwest AND Spokesperso...
30 years since the Divorce Act
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
2026 marks 30 years since the Divorce Act (1996) came into effect in Ireland. A milestone that offers a timely opportunity to reflect on how separatio...
Friday Food with Gareth Mullins
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For this week’s Friday Food, Gareth Mullins takes us through some afternoon cake favorites. A carrot cake as well as a lemon drizzle and blueberry c...
Microplastics panic shows the dangers of misinformation
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Microplastics panic shows the dangers of misinformation and distortion even in science! All to discuss with David Robert Grimes, Author and...
50 years ago Concorde flew its first commercial flights
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It was 50 years ago this week that Concorde flew its first commercial flights, with British Airways flying their aircraft from London to Bahrain and A...
Relief scheme will have taken 30 years ‘if all goes well’!
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
One of Dublin's busiest roads is set to face a year of major traffic disruptions. Joining Pat to discuss the roadworks, and the disruptions that will ...
President Zelensky speech at Davos
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After the drama filled week in Davos. President Zelensky launches a scathing attack on European Leaders over their support for Ukraine. We get the lat...
Ireland’s first Winter Olympics
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It’s just over two weeks until the 2026 Winter Olympic Games get underway in Milano-Cortina in Italy. The Team Ireland contingent is yet to be revea...
Boxed With John Fardy:
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Fardy, Presenter of Screentime reviews the His & Hers is the new Netflix mystery thriller on this week's Boxed.
Your place in the family doesn't define who you are!
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Are you the youngest, middle or eldest child? It turns out your place in the family doesn't define who you are. Researchers are calling it "The Birth ...
Off the scales:The Inside Story Of Ozempic And The Race To Cure Obesity
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With so much talk about the use of weight loss drugs, what is the origin of Novo Nordisk’s Ozempic drug? Aimee Donnellan Columnist with Reuters has ...
Positive thinking could boost immune response to vaccines
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Positive thoughts may boost the immune system according to research that points to a connection between the mind and our body’s natural defences.&nb...
Will data centres be the cause of an electricity shortage?
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland is in danger of facing an electricity shortage event in the next two to five years due to the rapid energy demand. The Commission for Re...
The green habits you can implement in 2026
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A study by Strava, the fitness App, found that most resolutions die off on Jan 19th! According to a 2023 Forbes Health and One Poll survey, the averag...