The Pat Kenny Show
Episodes
Motor insurance premiums continue to rise
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Motor insurance premiums are now rising at 15 times the rate of general inflation. With above-average rises in the cost of eating out, going to the ci...
Boxed With John Fardy features 'This Is The Zodiac Speaking'
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Boxed John Fardy takes a look at 'This Is The Zodiac Speaking' on Netflix.
Career of Dave Gallagher, the first Captain of the All Blacks in 1905
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Cameron Hill looks at the career of Dave Gallagher, the first Captain of the All Blacks in 1905 who hailed from Ramelton.
Disinformation slot with David Robert Grimes
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Up for discussion in our disinformation slot today is the the election outcome, and role of misinformation in turning American voters, and the likely ...
Donncha O’Callaghan on his new book 'Disaster Dad: Chicken Chaos'
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Following an illustrious rugby career, Donncha O’Callaghan turned his hand to presenting on radio and tv and then wrote his first book, Joking Apart...
Impact of Donald Trump’s election win on key domestic issues?
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We ask about the impact of Donald Trump’s election win on key domestic issues. How will his rhetoric shape politics going forward, and will others f...
Sleep allows the heart to heal after a heart attack
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A heart attack can trigger a desire to get more sleep, allowing the heart to heal and reduce inflammation. This happens because the heart sends specia...
What does a Trump presidency mean for the US foreign policy?
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump is returning to the White House. What is that going to mean for US Foreign Policy and all of us outside the US. Pat discusses this with P...
Ornithologist Sean Ronayne on his new book 'Nature Boy'
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Few people are as attuned to nature as ornithologist Sean Ronayne. From a childhood spent in Cork’s woodlands to a groundbreaking project documentin...
Minister for Justice Helen McEntee
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Crime in Dublin city centre, Family Courts bill, UAE treaties and an announcement on immigration. Crime in Dublin city centre, Family Courts bill, UAE...
The election of President Trump is a ''Brexit scale challenge'!
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The election of President Trump is a Brexit scale challenge for Ireland according to Dan O’Brien Chief Economist at the Institute of International a...
The Happy Pear Twenty years in business!
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Happy Pear turn 20! David and Stephen Flynn join us with stories and lessons from their 20 years in operations and advocating for a fresh, vegetab...
Inside Hollywood: Actors with no formal traning!
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Inside Hollywood we take a look at Actors that have achieved remarkable success without any formal training. All to chat about with Lisa Cannon, Po...
What will another Trump administration mean for Ireland?
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The latest as results continue to come in from the US and what will it mean for Ireland? Pat discusses this with J.D. Capelouto, Breaking News Re...
Why lenders refuse mortgages?
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why lenders refuse mortgages, and how to avoid having a mortgage application refused. For advice on securing your mortgage Pat was joined on the show ...
More reaction to Trump election victory!
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Following the election of Donald Trump to the US Presidency. We go stateside to Terry Sheridan, Senior Director of News, WSHU Public Radio on the late...
Green Scene: Silent breakdown of natures carbon sinks
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Each nightfall, billions of tiny marine creatures migrate to the ocean's surface, feasting on algae and leaving carbon-laden waste that drifts to the ...
What are the new 'Green Flash' licence plates?
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on our commuter slot with Transport Consultant Conor Faughnan. We discuss new roadside cameras which will detect dangerous and distrac...
Donald Trump is returning to The White House
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump has declared victory in the US Election. We get the latest on the ground in the states. First from Barry Whyte, Newstalk’s Chief Repor...
America decides!
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As America votes we get analysis of what comes next from Larry Donnelly Law Lecturer at University of Galway and Columnist with The Journal. Also we g...
How Meta will verify the age of teen users!
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly takes a look at how Meta will verify the age of teen users.
Election day has finally arrived in the US
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After months of campaigning, election day has finally arrived in the US. America will today decide who to elect as their next president – Donald Tru...
Who likes movie and tv spoilers?
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why do some people need to know how it ends? Or do movie and TV spoilers ruin it for everyone? Newstalk's own Sue Murphy joins Pat to discuss.
What will the US election mean for wars in the Middle East and Ukraine?
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Difficulties with aid getting through and a Presidential candidate who is pro-Russian. What will the US election mean for wars in the Middle East and ...
The Dail returns today but for how long?
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Dail returns today but only for a few days as it’s expected this week will reveal the date of the General Election. Sean Defoe Political Corresp...
Dublin Airport passenger cap paused
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Dublin Airport passenger cap has been in and amongst the news over the last few months with calls to remove or retain it sparking public interest....
A safari is a bucket list holiday
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For many people, a safari is a bucket list holiday. But what do these epic African adventures actually involve, and how can you get the best bang for ...
What are ultra-processed foods?
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ultra-processed foods, what are they and what are the nutritional and environmental impact? Dietician Orla Walsh explains and talks us through the bes...
It’s one day to the US Presidential election
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s one day to the US Presidential election. Both candidates have been making their final pitch to voters over the weekend and with the latest Terr...
One day left until the US election!
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One day left until the US election, our reporter Josh Crosbie is in Florida and spoke to some people about their voting plans and their feelings on th...
A look back on the weekend of sport!
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shelbourne emerge triumphant in a dramatic finish to the League of Ireland season while Manchester City ended their dominant winning streak against Bo...
Fionnan Sheahan with Ireland's latest political news
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sinn Feins PR problem continues, PAC put pressure on the children's hospital organisations and Michael Martin denies being tetchy. Fionnan Sheahan Ire...
'This Boy's Heart' by John Creedon
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Author, avid Irish language enthusiast, and broadcaster for RTE John Creedon joined Pat on the show this morning to chat about his new book ‘Th...
The latest on the flash floods in Spain
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The King and Queen of Spain have been pelted with mud and other objects by angry protesters during a visit to flood-hit Valencia. We get the latest on...
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Friday Forum brings you the biggest stories of the week – GE 2024, US election with the panel:Neale Richmond, Fine Gael TD, Minister of State at...
US Update with Terry Sheridan
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the US election looming, we’ll get an update from Terry Sheridan, Senior Director of News and Education at WSHU.
Chef Louise Lennox cooks up ruby crusted chicken taco
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chef Louise Lennox will be here to talk us through ruby crusted chicken taco – a lovely dish for all the family.
Well known actors who have changed career to...leading politicians
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Arnie, Ronald Reagan and Donald Trump – John Fardy takes a look at some of the best known actors who have changed career to...leading politicians.
The barriers wind farms are facing from county councils
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wind energy is key to Ireland meeting its climate targets, but wind farms are coming up against significant barriers from county councils. Noel Cuniff...
O’Connell Street lined with spectators for a Halloween parade that didn't exist
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
O’Connell Street was lined with spectators last night for a Halloween parade…that didn’t exist. Ronan McGreevy of The Irish Times and Richard Gu...
Weekend sport preview with Johnny Ward
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The end of the League of Ireland season, Man Utd face Chelsea while Villa have a test in Tottenham - Johnny Ward talks us through all the weekend spor...
How can you be sure Irish products are actually Irish?
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lots of products may say made in Ireland, but how can we be sure that they are Irish? Our reporter Cian Burns asks people do they check the products t...
Bertie Ahern pays tribute to the late David Davin Power
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Former RTE presenter and political correspondent David Davin Power has passed away at the age of 72. Bertie Ahern, who was a friend, joined Ivan to pa...
Calling It - Swing constituencies, FF v FG, mounting problems locally, bellwether candidates
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Swing constituencies, FF v FG, mounting problems locally, total targets for each party, bellwether candidates – Ivan Yates and Sean Defoe talk thro...
How can we help Hedgehogs get off the ‘Threatened Species list’?
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The numbers of western hedgehogs have more than halved in some European countries, including Ireland. Their main killer is cars. Dr Sophie Rasmussen o...
World leaders’ security is being compromised by a fitness app
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fitness-tracking app Strava, which has long been criticised for its location-sharing features. It is now at the centre of a new controversy over possi...
The clock is winding down to our own General Election
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The clock is winding down to our own General Election, expected to be called shortly. The exact date is yet to be set but candidates are embracing soc...
The Science of horror
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As it’s Halloween Professor Luke O’Neill explains the Science of Scare, why exactly do we love terrifying ourselves and what i considered the scar...
Disinformation slot with David Robert Grimes
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Election disinformation as the US goes to the polls. We get all the details with David Robert Grimes Author and Disinformation expert.
Do you recognize the symptoms of heart disease?
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Research shows that only half of women recognize the symptoms of heart disease. But what are the different symptoms women should look out for? We aske...
Latest on the devasting flash flood in the Valencia region
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
95 people are confirmed dead in flash floods in the Valencia region, and three days of mourning has been declared. Are there people still missing, wha...
North Korea has tested a ballistic missile
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
North Korea has tested a ballistic missile and it is the furthest it has reached to date. Kim Jong Un said the test was a warning to enemies. How worr...
Gen Z men are going back to church
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gen Z Men Are Going Back to Church. Why? An article in the New York Times identifies a cohort of people increasingly going to church which is young me...
A light rail system for Galway!
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A study by the NTA has recommended a light rail system for Galway, dubbed Gluas. We discuss this plan further with Senator Pauline O’Reilly, Green P...
Gardening advice with Diarmuid Gavin
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Diarmuid Gavin joined Anton in studio this morning to answer listeners gardening queries.
Is America divided as ever?
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Less than a week until the people of America elect a new President. Debates are heating up, campaigns are delivering their closing remarks, and Americ...
Inside Hollywood: The best scary movies
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Inside Hollywood we take a look at more scary movies just in time for Halloween. All to chat about with Lisa Cannon Podcaster and Cultural Commenta...
How do our polls compare to their US counterparts?
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are hearing plenty about the accuracy of election polling and yesterday we heard from Josh Clinton about US polling accuracy. But how do our own po...
What is the Netflix keeper test?
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Netflix wants managers to ask themselves whether they would rehire their current employees. This is know as the Keeper Test! We discussed this w...
Do you need help with downsizing?
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Reducing costs and reducing the need for more space. Rowena Quinn, Managing Partner at Hunters Estate Agents bring us advice on downsizing your proper...
The latest on the flash floods in Spain
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Eastern Spain has experience flash floods that has killed 51 people. We get the latest on the situation there with Stephen Burgen Freelance Journ...
Israel’s bombardment of Lebanon is continuing
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Israel’s bombardment of Lebanon is continuing with more than 60 people killed in the Bekka Valley region on Tuesday. From Beirut we get the latest f...
The new allegations against Sean "Diddy" Combs
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing serious new allegations involving assault in two separate lawsuits. We get the details from Sophie Peachy Ass...
Ireland's haunted destinations and houses!
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Halloween is undoubtedly upon us and the ghouls and ghosts are almost ready to roam free. But where do they stay the other 364 days of the year? Newst...
Growing concern over road rage
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Growing concern over road rage with Gen Z and millennial the angriest drivers and safety tips for cyclists and pedestrians in the darker evenings. We ...
Ireland needs a significant increase in construction workers
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Irish Fiscal Advisory council say that Ireland needs up to 80,000 construction workers to address the housing crisis and that Ireland lags behind ...
Tech with Jess: A review of the Dyson Wash G1
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jess Kelly Newstalk's Technology Correspondent takes a look at the Dyson WashG1, Dyson’s first dedicated wet floor cleaner.Engineered for hygienic c...
How accurate are the US election polls?
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One week out from the US Election, how accurate are the polls after previous errors in 2016 and 2020? And what is causing polls to be seemingly less a...
The collusion, coverup and corruption around the Loughinisland massacre
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The collusion, coverup and corruption around the 1994 Loughinisland massacre, journalist and producer Trevor Birney. Trevor has written a new book cal...
Debunking the myths associated with EV's
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Short lifespan’s and long charging are just some of the myths associated with electric vehicles, Derek Reilly Partnerships Director at Nevo to separ...
The importance of breast check and screening
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
More people are being diagnosed with advanced breast cancer due to delays caused by the Covid pandemic. The Marie Keating Foundation says screeni...
How to deal with an head lice infestation!
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A report in the Washington Post in summer 2024 revealed anecdotal evidence from epidemiologists claiming that there has been a rise in incidence of ou...
Israel’s Parliament has voted to ban the UN Palestinian relief agency, UNRWA
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Israel’s Parliament has voted to ban the UN Palestinian relief agency, UNRWA from operating in the country and occupied East Jerusalem. We speak to ...
Getting closer to electric aviation vertical take-off and landing
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In June, the FAA in the US and EASA achieved a significant milestone on the path to certifying electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft. We ...
The Rewind with Henry McKean - 1984
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the Rewind 1984 with Henry McKean, where he speaks to the change makers from that year.In this episode:John Treacy on winning silver in the mar...
A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this morning was Regina Doherty, former Social Protection Minister, Member of ...
The UK government plans to ban the sale of disposable vapes
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The UK government plans to ban the sale of disposable vapes from 1 June 2025 to protect children’s health and prevent environmental damage. We get t...
‘Men are from Mars, Women from Venus’ - Seminar
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
John Gray, best-selling author and Relationship Counsellor joins to discuss his upcoming one-day workshop at the Royal Marine Hotel in Dún Laoghaire.
Cork-based SUAS aerospace plans Ireland’s first rocket launch
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cork-based SUAS aerospace plans Ireland’s first rocket launch late next year from a site on the western seaboard. The company hopes to operate Irela...
The do’s and don’ts of email communication
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“Hope all is well” and other infuriating email clichés, recruitment professional Ed Heffernan walks us through the do’s and don’ts of email c...
Why electronic health records still a way off?
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ten years after they were first touted, electronic health records in Irish hospitals are still years away according to HSE Chief Bernard Gloster. Sara...
'Kinahan Assassins' A book by Stephen Breen and John Hand
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's been ten years since the beginning of the Hutch-Kinahan feud. A new book, 'Kinahan Assassins', chronicles the killings ordered by the Kinahans ov...
Boxed With John Fardy features 'Rivals'
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New Disney plus drama series based on Jilly Coopers best-selling bonk buster 'Rivals' starring Victoria Smurfit and Aidan Turner features in this week...
Science with Luke O'Neill: Genetic screen for IQ
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For a number of years scientists have been raising the possibility of designer babies. Where genetic engineering can be used to modify embryos to chan...
Disinformation slot with David Robert Grimes
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
David Robert Grimes Author and Disinformation Expert looks at Elon Musk and how he is playing a role in the US election.
The latest from mass rape trial in France
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can a trial of 50 men accused of rape reshape France's understanding of consent and rape culture? We speak to journalist Rosie Birchard.
'Web of Betrayal' a new book by Nicola Tallant
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When notorious hitman Robbie Lawlor was assassinated in Belfast no one knew how deep the web of betrayal stretched. Pat was joined on the show by auth...
Staying environmentally friendly in the workplace
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it's charging your laptop during off-peak times, or recycling your old smart phones, Jo Linehan, Editor of The Climate Supplement at The Sunda...
How menopause affects the skin
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professor Niki Ralph, Consultant Dermatologist with the Institute of Dermatologists, joined Pat on the show to discuss how menopause affects the skin....
Road toll prices to increase in 2025!
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rolls and insurance premiums on the rise! Tolls to increase for M50, national roads and Dublin Tunnel from January 1 Geraldine Herbert Sunday Indepe...
Inside Hollywood: Halloween franchises
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined by podcaster and cultural commentator Lisa Cannon for a special Inside Hollywood segment on Halloween movie franchises. From the iconic...
Flumonia explained with Sheena Mitchell
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined by Sheena Mitchell, pharmacist, health advocate, and host of the WonderCare podcast, to discuss the rise of “Flumonia,” a term coin...
'The Rory’s Stories Guide to Parenting'
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined by comedian, motivational speaker, and author Rory O’Connor to discuss his new book, The Rory’s Stories Guide to Parenting. With hi...
Kyran Durnin: the latest on the Dundalk house search
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined by Newstalk’s Chief Reporter, Barry Whyte, for the latest updates on the ongoing search of a house in Dundalk, which was the former f...
Report: Are we being priced out of sports, arts and culture?
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As costs soar, many fans are finding themselves priced out of the experiences they love. Newstalk Reporter, Josh Crosbie spoke with both event produce...
Russia’s election meddling
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined by Shashank Joshi, Defence Editor at The Economist, to discuss Russia’s interference in the elections of Moldova and Georgia.
Green Scene: how jet trails impact our climate
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined by Dr. Ruth Freeman, Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland, for this week’s Green Scene. They discussed the a...
Assisted dying vote and Mary Lou's apology
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined by Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor at the Irish Independent, to discuss two major political stories. The Dáil is set to vote this even...
Luas to Finglas: what the 2031 extension means for commuters
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined by transport commentator Conor Faughnan to discuss how the cabinet has given the green light to extend the Luas line to Finglas by 2031...
Back to the office? Why workers are saying no
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined by Peter Cosgrove, Managing Director of Futurewise and expert on the future of work, to discuss the growing resistance from employees b...