The Pat Kenny Show
Episodes
The work place trends for 2026
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As most of us return to work this week a quarter of workers say they are unhappy in their jobs. With almost one in ten planning to hand in their notic...
The Many Faces Of Alzheimer’s podcast
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Inspired by her father’s diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, former CNN and RTÉ journalist Fionnuala Sweeney, explores both the challenges and the ...
M50 a ‘cash cow’ as drivers pay higher tolls
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Oil prices fell sharply last year, and they are expected to stay low for 2026. Sadly though, the Irish motorist isn’t going to see it. M50 a ‘...
European leaders show support for Greenland
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
European leaders show support for Greenland as U.S. increases its takeover overtures. We get the latest with Suzanne Lynch, Brussels Bureau Chief, Blo...
Irish authorities have refrained from tackling Elon Musk on Grok ai
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Taoiseach has described reports of the Grok artificial intelligence tool being used to create sexually explicit images of adults and children on s...
Third day of Taoiseach Michael Martin’s official visit to China
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today marks the third day of Taoiseach Michael Martin’s official visit to China. Trade remains high on the agenda as well international relati...
Green Scene: Cleaner laundry with innovation inspired by fish gills
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Finally we might have a way to stop nearly all microplastics from our laundry before they enter the environment. Thanks to a new fish-inspired filter ...
Government ministers return for their first Cabinet meeting
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Government ministers are to return for their first Cabinet meeting after the winter recess. Issues such as immigration, data centres and the triple lo...
Autonomous driving technology is expected to dominate the CES trade show
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Autonomous driving technology is expected to dominate the CES trade show in Las Vegas this week as investors bet that artificial intelligence will inv...
No bottled water in school meal scheme would save €10 million
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
No bottled water in school meal scheme would save €10 million. Ten million euros is what the state would save if they scrapped bottled water in the ...
The travel trends for 2026
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A new year brings a new world of travel possibilities. So what new flights are available from Ireland, and what travel trends that will shape how we h...
Deposed President Maduro is charged in a New York court
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores were arraigned in a New York courtroom yesterday. The pair pled not guilty to dr...
The dangers of unlicensed botox procedures
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A warning about the dangers of unlicensed Botox procedures. Getting botox or filler from an unlicensed practitioner can have “devastating consequenc...
Trump sets his sights once more to Greenland
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Following his military intervention in Venezuela, US President Donald Trump has turned his sights to other potential targets – one of which has prev...
What makes women feel the cold more than men?
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Do you often find yourself battling with others to turn the heating up or down? Or maybe people in your workplace are feeling colder than you despite ...
The latest on the second day of the Taoiseach’s visit to China
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today marks the second day of Taoiseach Michael Martin’s official visit to China and trade was high on the agenda. However Martin’s meeting ...
The fallout from Maduro’s ousting continues
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As the fallout from Maduro’s ousting continues, as it's estimated that a dozen oil tankers are trying to escape a US naval blockade of Venezuela cou...
Henry McKean visited Jessie Buckley's old school in Thurles
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jessie Buckley won Best Actress at last night's Golden Globes. Henry McKean visited Jessie's old school Ursuline Secondary SchoolThurles, Co -Tipperar...
Ask The Expert: On employment law
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Employment Law Expert and Chief Business Officer at Arachas Julie Galbraith answers listeners employment-related questions and what to do if the cold...
The race to save Shackleton’s villa in South Georgia
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Stromness whaling station, where Shackleton crafted the rescue mission of his men from Elephant Island, is now under restoration. At the brink o...
Nine science backed small steps to feeling better in 2026
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As the new year is here and many are starting a set of new resolutions. Stephanie Regan looks at the 9-science backed small steps to feeling better in...
How are countries in South America reacting to the ousting of Maduro
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As Nicolas Maduro is set to face appear in court a New York City today after his capture by the us military for drug and weapons charges. But back in ...
Motoring news and updates with Geraldine Herbert
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week on our motoring slot, Geraldine Herbert discusses the danger of a maxed out M50,the Dublin traffic plan and how Tesla loses ev pole pos...
Chronic kidney disease affects around one in ten people in Ireland
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chronic kidney disease affects around one in ten people in Ireland and is on course to becoming the fifth leading cause of death globally by 2040. De...
The latest from on the ground in Venezuela
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Early on Saturday morning, the United States carried out Operation Absolute Resolve, a raid which killed at least forty people and lead to the capture...
France to prohibit social media for minors
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
French President Emmanuel Macron is pushing forward with new first-in-Europe legislation to prohibit social media access for minors under 15 and a ban...
Defence concerns remain firmly atop the national agenda this year
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland will be confronted by a different world in 2026. A mixture of under-investment compared to European neighbours and concern over unidentified d...
The impacts of the cold snap
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you are travelling this morning, you will feel the baltic weather and notice the heavy frost everywhere and if you are in Donegal, then you will be...
Friday Forum look back on the news stories of the week
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Pat on today's Friday Forum was Louise Burne, Political Correspondent with The Irish Examiner, Harry Browne, Senior Lecturer in the School of ...
The latest news from the US
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It’s time to look across the pond for the latest US news. This week saw the new mayor of New York, Zohran Mamdani, sworn in on New year's Eve. His s...
Friday Food with Gary O'Hanlon
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For this week’s Friday Food, the K Club's Gary O’Hanlon leaves behind the classic turkey and ham to try a mango chicken and vegetable C...
Financing planning for the year and beyond
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After Christmas, we often feel that looming anxiety or impending doom when it comes to our finances. Robert Whelan of Rockwell Financial explains how ...
How has the winter impacted those on the ground in Gaza?
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The EU has warned that Israel's threat to suspend aid groups into Gaza under new registration rules would block life-saving aid. What will t...
Are you going alcohol-free for January?
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After weeks of celebrations, late nights, and maybe one too many glasses raised, January often brings a moment to pause. Dry January encourages people...
Investigations continue into the tragic fire in Switzerland
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Investigations continue into the tragic fire that tore through a bar in a Swiss ski resort that killed 40 people and injured ...
We look ahead to the weekend’s sporting action
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We look ahead to the weekend’s sporting action. The Premier League is back to the weekend after a series of stalemates on Thursday.&n...
Call on the government to rethink short-term letting crackdown
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Healy Rae, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, is calling for the government to have a “serious rethink” of the planned cr...
New destinations for the channel tunnel across Europe
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
During the Christmas break, services through the channel tunnel resumed following power failure caused disruption for passengers. However, despite the...
Henry’s Happy New Year!
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Start the New Year with Henry McKean and special guests!
Handling all the waste from Christmas week!
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Emmet was joined on the show this morning by Colin O'Byrne Spokesperson for VOICE who gave advice on handling all the waste from the Christmas season....
Dee Reddy on some of the best podcasts of 2025
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dee Reddy Entertainment Journalist and Podcaster joined Emmet this morning to recommend some of the best podcasts of 2025.
The political temperature heading into 2026
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Electoral changes and the political temperature heading into 2026. Emmet discuss this and more with Art O’Leary CEO of Electoral Commission. &n...
Advice on getting the best deal on health insurance
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With January just a couple of days away, this is the time when many people are set to renew their health insurance. Companies are set to hike up ...
The pressure on having New Year's resolutions
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With the new year just around corner, for some its time to start a fresh but with others there that its a time for anxiety and stress. So with all the...
Is Dublin the new foodie capital of Europe?
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lisbon, Copenhagen and Bologna are just some of the cities across Europe offering the best food on the continent. But with a new bursting food scene i...
Henry’s Christmas Cracker!
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Henry's Christmas Cracker is a 2-hour special with special guests celebrating the festive season! Presented by Newstalk’s Henry McKean.
US Department of Justice releases more files related to Jefferey Epstein
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A trove of newly released Epstein files include emails that appear to involve Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, while another sugge...
Will 2026 be the year of the robot?
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The robots may be coming for your job but 2026 might finally show signs of what has been predicted for years, truly useful robots but also a...
A review of the year in politics
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It has been a very busy year for Irish politics, with our 10th President, Catherine Connolly taking to the Áras am...
Gareth Mullins on what to cook this Christmas Eve
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From duck fat roast potatoes to brussels sprouts and leek gratin, Gareth Mullins Executive Chef of The Anantara Marker Hotel on w...
There is no single story for those sleeping rough at Christmas
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Amidst the glitz and glamour of the most wonderful time of the year. We must remember those who are less fortunate than ourselves, tho...
A look back at some of the big news stories that happened over Christmases past
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Christmas is a time when many of us will try and take a break from the news and developments around the world, but very often, even at this festive ti...
Green Scene: Renewable energy leads the way in climate progress for 2025
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Despite rising temperatures and changing weather patterns, important climate progress was made in 2025, including renewable energy becoming the source...
Why Christmas Day is the popular day for a sea swim!
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For many people Christmas morning means opening presents, a big breakfast and for thousands around the country, a bracing dip in the sea. From&nb...
The story of Ireland's favourite confectioner, Lemon’s sweet shop
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you remember the slogan ‘you cannot eat a better sweet’ then you will remember Lemon’s sweet shop on O'Connell Stree...
A look back at the biggest transport stories of the year
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Conor Faughnan, Transport Commentator and Host of the Driving Life Podcast, joined Pat Kenny to discuss some of the biggest transport stories of ...
Is the bubble beginning to burst for AI?
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There’s been a lot of talk lately about blood on the streets of Silicon Valley and this time, it’s not just hype. Some of the biggest names in art...
How to navigate family arguments at Christmas
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephanie Regan, clinical psychotherapist and host of the Tough Love Podcast joined Pat Kenny on the show to discuss family rifts at C...
A look back on the past year in the Middle East
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The past twelve months have seen a drastic shift in the Middle East, while focus remains on Gaza and Israel, other ...
Colm O'Regan on those unofficial Christmas traditions
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We all know about the typical Irish traditions at Christmas time like the Late Late Toy Show or maybe heading to mass once a ...
Cuts, Burns and Flu. What can we expect this Christmas?
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Christmas, among its joy and happiness, is also a time of health concern. Early next week we are set to reach the peak numbers of what is a&...
The latest on the Ukraine-Russian war
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Russia has launched airstrikes on Ukraine's capital early this morning. In response to the attacks, Polish and allied&nb...
What to buy for last minute Christmas shoppers Dylan
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Christmas is here and main streets across the country are flooded with those who have decided tactically or stupidly to leave their present buyin...
The joys of being solo for the festive season
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From hotel breaks to retreats, we find out what people who choose to go alone get up to for at Christmas with Newstalk Reporter Sarah Madden…
Award-winning Author and Podcaster Blindboy
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You might know him for being one half of the Rubberbandits or his podcast that has over 90 million listeners worldw...
Flu cases peak as expected but no enhanced flu vaccine
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Flu cases are expected to peak this week which was expected and it brings up the question as to why ...
Ask the Expert: Women’s heart health
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Under-recognised, underdiagnosed, undertreated, and under-researched heart health is not the same between men and women, and in turn the differences c...
What does Christmas look like for the Irish peacekeepers?
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Irish peacekeepers in Lebanon spent long periods of 2024 confined to bunkers as local tensions flared up, particularly between Hezbollah and the IDF. ...
A look back at the main US news stories of 2025
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pat Kenny was joined by Scott Lucas, professor and political analyst at the Clinton Institute in UCD, Larry Donnolly, law lecturer at NUIG a...
Josh Crosbie reports on the different Christmas traditions
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The festive season is in full swing as thousands of people are returning home for Christmas. Many families have their own special ...
Irish comedy trio Foil, Arms and Hog
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Known for their hilarious comedy sketches, over one million followers across their social media platforms and touring worldwide, Sean Finnegan, Conor ...
Electric flying taxis may become available to London airport passengers
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Byrne, Retired Lieutenant Colonel & Airport safety & security expert joined Pat to discuss how electric flying taxis may become ava...
Targeted bursaries to be considered to resolve teacher recruitment crisis
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined by Kieran Christie, General Secretary of the ASTI to discuss how targeted bursaries could be considered to resolve the teacher recruitm...
How to manage exercise and nutrition around Christmas
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With the festive period well and truly upon us, many people will be taking a well-deserved rest from the on goings in their busy lives. With many...
A look back on the weekend of sport
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Another great day for Aston Villa as they defeat Man Utd 2-1, but how much trouble are the Red Devils in now? Cathal Mullaney, Broadcaster with O...
Pat Shortt pays tribute to the late Jon Kenny
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pat Shortt, Actor and Comedian, joined Pat Kenny on the show to pay tribute to the late Jon Kenny.
How Ireland is preparing for the EU Presidency
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Christina Finn, Polticial Editor with The Journal joined Pat to take a look at how Ireland are preparing for the EU Pres...
Cloch le Carn: Mary O’Rourke
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mary O'Rourke was a much-loved politician and prominent public figure in politics. Mary went from teacher to Minister to then becoming an author and p...
Christmas desserts with Gareth Mullins
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth Mullins rounds out the Christmas dinner with desserts. Gareth features a Christmas pudding baked Alaska, a Christmas pantone trifle and finally...
There’s an eventful weekend of sport ahead
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There’s an eventful weekend of sport ahead. Plenty of action in the premier league all weekend with Man City and Arsenal both playing but there is a...
Henry McKean reports from Waterford's Winterval Festival
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's the final countdown to Christmas. We visited Ireland's oldest city, Waterford. Which is currently 'The European City of Christmas', which expects...
The outcome of the European Council meeting yesterday
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A 90-billion-euro loan to Ukraine and a postponed Mercosur vote dominated the European Council meeting yesterday. Suzanne Lynch, Brussels Bureau Chief...
The Americanisation of food here in Ireland
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When Krispy Kreme arrived in Blanchardstown in 2018, it had to curtail its twenty four hour drive through after complaints from residents of traffic a...
Dublin airport at Christmas!
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Christmas can be an extremely busy and expensive time for passengers flying across the globe. On Wednesday the 10th of December, Dublin airport s...
Friday Forum look back on the news stories of the week
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Pat for this week's Friday Forum was Erin McGreehan TD, Fianna Fáil, Chair of the Oireachtas Committee on Further & Higher Education, Res...
It turns out we are more a nation of savers
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
At a time of year where most of us might be spending in the run up to the big day, it turns out that in the past number of years we have become more a...
Boxed With John Fardy:
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Revenge Club is entertaining and sharp and occasionally dark. Based on a book and filmed in Ireland a nice 6 episodes on Paramount plus. John Fard...
Genital skin conditions the most commonly overlooked skin issues
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Genital skin conditions are often overlooked. gynecologist and urologist waiting lists are long, misdiagnosis is common, and many people are just too ...
Is dark chocolate better for you?
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For the festive season Luke O’Neill asks if some types of sugar healthier than others? And is dark chocolate better for you than milk chocolate?&nbs...
A ransomware cyber-attack in the Office of the Ombudsman
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sensitive information might have been taken after a ransomware cyber-attack in the Office of the Ombudsman. Systems have been taken offline while...
Newstalk's most influential author of the last 25 years
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Over the last 25 years, Ireland has changed. Our voices got louder. Our culture reached further. And some extraordinary people helped shape it all.&nb...
All the political news with Sean Defoe
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Greta Thunberg visits President Connolly in the Áras, continued fallout for Fianna Fáil. The EU to debate today over the use of frozen Russian asset...
Disinformation slot with David Robert Grimes
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As is the now the case in the wake of any tragedy or atrocity, falsehoods on the Bondi Beach shooter were rife. But the sea of contradictory narrative...
Some last minute sustainable gifts
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you one of those people who still has to get the last “few bits” for Christmas and buy those last few presents? Well with some advice on...
Skin Q & A with Professor Caitriona Ryan
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Professor Caitriona Ryan, Consultant Dermatologist with the Institute of Dermatology joined Pat in studio to answer our listeners skin-related questio...
An estimated 10,000 farmers are expected to descend on Brussels
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An estimated 10,000 farmers are expected to descend on Brussels today for one of the largest Europe-wide farmer protests this century. IFA President F...
Inside Hollywood: Films that aren’t technically “Christmas movies"
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are counting down the Top 10 Alternative Christmas Movies the ones that sneak Christmas into the frame and still make December feel special. Joinin...
Gardening Stories: Lough Boora Sculpture Park
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's Garden Stories with Diarmuid Gavin, we about how County Offaly’s Lough Boora Sculpture Park was transformed from a working bog to a ...
What does dating look like for young people today?
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We now live in an era of dating apps, mixed signals, situationships, and the constant pressure to figure out who you are while also figuring out who y...
Sarah Madden reports on those without a place to call home this Christmas
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As the nation prepares for warm fires, good food, and time with loved ones, 16,614 people across Ireland, including over 5,000 children, will spend th...