The Pat Kenny Show

Seven years on from Bus Connects launch where are we now ?

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As the schools return and the traffic is back, we get safety tips for drivers and good road habits for kids. Also 7 years on from Bus Connects&n...

The Rewind with Henry McKean - 1994

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We take a nostalgic look back to 1994. Britpop & Boyzone dominated the charts. Nelson Mandela became president of South Africa & USA 94’ bro...

Do we have a two tier health system here in Ireland?

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The issues facing Ireland’s two-tier health system has never been more pressing. Pat was joined by Dr Michael McCarthy and Dr Domhnall McGlacke...

Officials concerned about adult asylum seekers claiming to be minors

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Officials in the Department of Children have said in an internal briefing they are concerned about adult asylum seekers claiming to be minors. Pat was...

Ask The Expert: On all things health insurance

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dermot Goode Health Insurance Expert at Lockton Company Totalhealthcover.Ie  discusses the recent health insurance price hikes and what consumer...

Has two-tier mortgage market developed in Ireland?

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A two-tier mortgage market has developed in Ireland, according to mortgage experts doddl.ie. This means non-bank lenders are facing price hikes a...

Swearing off relationships for good!

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The women following Britney Spears’ lead and swearing off relationships for good.  Stephanie Regan talks about how other women who vow to never...

Who killed Una Lynskey? a new book by Mick Clifford

26 Aug 2024

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'Who killed Una Lynskey?' is the new book by Mick Clifford. Pat spoke to Mick about the case and what it meant for policing in Ireland at the time

Major Changes to the flow of traffic in Dublin city centre are in effect!

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Major changes to the flow of traffic in Dublin city centre came into effect from yesterday, our reporter Josh Crosbie road tested the route this morni...

Gardaí have warned of a "staggering" rise in cases of investment fraud

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gardaí have warned of a "staggering" rise in cases of investment fraud with more than €28 million stolen from victims last year. So far this year,...

Continued calls to move Bishop Eamon Casey's remains

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An Amárach poll commissioned by the Irish Daily Mail/ DMG Media has found that overall, 49% of some 1,000 adults surveyed believe that Bishop Eamon C...

The Irish school system still faces major systemic problems

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Irish school system still faces major systemic problems, even though the minor problems may be getting solved. Pat discusses this with Jennifer Ho...

70% of young people have considered a career in construction

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A recent survey by Chadwicks has shown that over 70% of young people in Ireland have considered a job in the construction industry. Chadwicks have par...

Ceasefire talks have broken down again in Egypt

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas have broken down once again as strikes and drone attacks continued overnight. Pat discusses this latest devel...

A news round up with our Friday Forum

23 Aug 2024

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We look back on the new stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat in studio this morning was Daniel McConnell Editor of the Irish Busines...

Leaving Cert results are out today!

23 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Leaving Cert results are out today. We get advice from career guidance counsellor and columnist with the Irish Times.

Kamala Harris has formally accepted the Democrats nomination

23 Aug 2024

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Kamala Harris has formally accepted the Democrats nomination. Harry Browne Senior Lecturer at the School of Media in Trinity College Dublin ...

A preview of the weekend of sport with Shane Hannon

23 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Premier League, College football in the Aviva and the Dutch Grand Prix all on this weekend, Shane Hannon from Off The Ball will have the rest of ...

The end is nigh for the Ross O'Carroll Kelly series

23 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The end is nigh for the Ross O'Carroll Kelly series! Wel talk to Paul Howard about this final installment, 'Dont Look Back In Ongar'.

The impact is snoring having on Irish relationships!

23 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the third highest cause of divorce in America. It’s the reason one in six British couples sleep apart. So, what impact is snoring having on I...

Does the A.I. Act offer more opportunities than pitfalls?

23 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are Irish businesses are being propelled into an AI Dark Age, or does the A.I. Act offer more opportunities than pitfalls? To discuss all was John Cla...

There is a worsening shortage of general practitioners in Ireland

23 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There is a worsening shortage of general practitioners in Ireland according to new research by the Irish college of general practitioners. Pat discuss...

Who Killed Emma?

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Emma Caldwell was murdered in April 2005 by serial rapist and sex offender, Iain Packer. The investigation of her murder was one of Scotland's longest...

Celebrities were rolled out Democratic National Convention

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Oprah Winfrey, John Legend, Bill Clinton, the celebrities were rolled out for night three of the Democratic National Convention. We analysis it with L...

Disinformation slot with David Robert Grimes

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Once again its our disinformation slot with David Robert Grimes. Today Robert discusses Taylor Swift and Elon Musk are among the celebrities that Trum...

Water and maybe even life on Mars!!!

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Water and maybe even life on Mars and heat related deaths likely to increase significantly in Ireland over coming decades. All up for discussion with ...

Opposition parties gearing up for November election

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We hear about the 'extensive preparations' being done by opposition parties as they gear up for the next general election. Joining Pat on the sho...

Is Tuesday to Thursday the new working week?

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tuesday to Thursday has been revealed as the new office working week. Pat discusses this with Peter Cosgrove Managing Director at Futurewise.

September is a great time to reset and declutter

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

September is a great time to reset and declutter your home, clear out those wardrobes and presses. We get tips on how best to recycle, rehome and disp...

The effect of high dropout rates among apprentices

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

According to survey by trade union Connect, high dropout rates among apprentices may mean the government’s housing targets are at risk. Pat discusse...

Gardening with Paul Smyth Head Gardener at RHSI Bellefield

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We hear about dead heading and taking late summer cuttings in this weeks gardening slot with Paul Smyth Head Gardener at RHSI Bellefield, in Shin...

Should parents monitor their kids location with a tracker?

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we discuss the complicated issue of parents who want to monitor where their children are with a tracker. Clinical Psychotherapist Stephanie...

Nne of the best chefs in Canada ! Jeremy Charles

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jeremy Charles is head chef and co-owner of Raymond's, crowned best restaurant in Canada, he is known as one of the best chefs in Canada and is also w...

Is the possibility of a ceasefire in Gaza closer than ever?

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Time is of the essence” is the possibility of a ceasefire in Gaza closer than ever? Meanwhile, the civilian death toll continues to climb. We speak...

What did day two bring at the Democratic National Convention?

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Obamas have come out fighting for night two of the Democratic National Convention. We get the latest with stateside with Terry Sheridan Managing E...

Inside Hollywood: Big budget documentary successes 

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On Inside Hollywood, Dee Reddy Podcaster and Cultural commentator takes a look at some of the big budget documentary successes. 

Journalist and feminist campaigner Nell McCaffery passes away

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Journalist and feminist campaigner Nell McCaffery passed away aged 80 at a nursing home in Donegal. Pat looks back on her life with Pat Coyle, fo...

Why are we so obsessed with celebrity couples?

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez officially file for divorce while Tommy and Molly Mae are finished. But why are we so obsessed with celebrity couples? ...

Could regulation be the answer to the dangers of synthetic cannabinoids?

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The cannabis market in Ireland is the ‘wild west’ for synthetic versions of the drug in circulation, according to the FSI. How can this be combatt...

Green Scene: The microbes lurking in our microwaves

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The microbes lurking in our microwaves, and tiny wasps that are helping to protect museum collections from moths. All up for discussion in this w...

'On This Day' throughout history 21st August

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We take a look back on the event, music and people in history on this day the 21st August.

Managing the emotions of tomorrow’s Leaving Cert results

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tears of despair or tears of joy! We speak to Psychotherapist Richard Hogan about managing the emotions of tomorrow’s Leaving Cert results.

Anger over road safety authority ad campaign

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There is anger over road safety authority ad campaign and it has been branded ‘ablelist’ by Green Party TD Neasa Hourigan. We discuss this with Co...

Back to school tech tips and advice

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

  Newstalk's Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly takes a look at the essential tech you’ll need ahead of the new school year.

It is day two at the US National Democratic Convention

20 Aug 2024

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It is day two at the US National Democratic Convention and Larry Donnelly columnist and law lecturer at the University of Galway, gives us r...

Has the split season really benefitted the GAA?

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

GAA summer season should cover the summer. “The GAA needs to take the summer back and quickly it was never meant to be this way." These are the stri...

Why are families still struggling to make ends meet even though inflation is falling?

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Why are families still struggling to make ends meet even though inflation is falling and wages are rising? Pat discusses this with Irish Times writer ...

Warning to tourists at Dublin's busiest spots!

20 Aug 2024

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Gardaí are warning tourists to have their wits about them at Dublin's busiest tourist spots as a suspected ‘Rome style’ gang of pickpockets ...

We speak to Gary Lightbody of Snow Patrol!

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chasing Cars, Run, Final Straw the list of Snow Patrol hits is endless. Ahead of the release of their new album The Forest is the Path, Pat spoke to G...

Calls for a new public service to be rolled out for the childcare sector

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

SIPTU is calling for a new public service to be rolled out for the childcare sector. To discuss further Pat spoke to Elaine Dunne, Chairperson of the ...

Two astronauts are stuck in space!

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Two astronauts are stuck in space, and their eight-day mission may now stretch to 2025. How will they survive the unexpected wait? We ask Leo Enright,...

Widespread protests and strikes across hospitals in India

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hospitals across India were turning away patients unless in emergency cases on Monday following the rape and murder of a trainee doctor. It has also p...

Navy sending only one ship a day to monitor waters

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our naval service is currently only able to send out an average of one ship per day to monitor Irelands territorial waters despite threats. We hear w...

Ask The Expert: On sleep

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lucy Wolfe, Sleep expert brings us tips on getting the kids back to routine ahead of the dreaded return to school. 

Why September is the month to take your summer holidays!

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Why September is the month to take your summer holidays if you can. To tell us some of the best places to go is Pol O’Conghaile Travel Editor, Irish...

The Democratic National Convention begins late

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The democratic National convention begins later in Chicago today, we get the latest insight from Scott Lucas Professor and Political Analyst at the Cl...

Joe Geraghty Former Paralympian on this new book!

19 Aug 2024

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Joe Geraghty Former Paralympian and President of Vision Ireland joined Pat in studio to chat about his new book discuss his new book 'Out Of Sigh...

What is happening at Chelsea FC?

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Arsenal, City and United win on the opening weekend of the Premier League but the real story is chaos at Chelsea. Cathal Mullaney from Off The Ball jo...

Stonehenge Altar Stone may in fact be Scottish!

19 Aug 2024

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New research suggests that the large altar stone at Stonehenge is, in fact, Scottish and not Welsh. Richard Bevins from from Aberystwyth University wh...

Is our health system really stacked in favour of private care?

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is the health system really stacked in favour of private care, or is it all just a matter of organisation? Pat discusses this and more with Colm Burk...

Should potential employees be asked for “diversity data” ?

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Should companies be asking potential employees about their gender identity or their ethnicity with the aim of increasing diversity in the workplace? P...

County councils have paid out more than €54m for slips and accidents on public footpaths

19 Aug 2024

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County councils have paid out more than €54m for slips and accidents on public footpaths. Brian Hanley CEO at the Alliance for Insurance Reform...

A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Friday Forum brings you the biggest stories of the week. To look back and discuss with Pat this morning was Caoimhseach Connolly Newstalk Rep...

Friday Food with Gareth Mullins

16 Aug 2024

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Gareth Mullins will be talking us through a beautiful bakewell tart with raspberries. an ideal cake for the weekend.

We discuss the role of peacekeeping troops in Lebanon

16 Aug 2024

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Irish troops were this week caught up in a drone attack on a village in southern Lebanon leading people to question the role of peacekeeping troops in...

Young people worldwide are experiencing a mental health crisis

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

International research authored by 50 researchers worldwide warns of accelerating mental health issues among young people. Pat discussed these finding...

A Premier League preview

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Who are the top four going to be this year and what stars should we watch out for? Nathan Murphy Broadcaster and Commentator with Off the Ball  a...

Converting old pubs into residential properties

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dereliction and vacant buildings have become a blight on towns and villages across the country but one measure that is making it possible to bring the...

Exciting new research at Cambridge University!

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We hear about new research at Cambridge University on the development of jelly batteries that could be used in the future of biomedical implants with ...

'Paris 44' the story of Nazi occupation and liberation

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paris 44’ is the new book from Patrick Bishop which tells the story of Nazi occupation and liberation through an almost cinematic narrative that cap...

Boxed With John Fardy features 'Lady In The Lake'

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s Boxed, John Fardy takes a look at the Natalie Portman drama from Apple TV -Lady in the Lake.

How best to deal with high cholesterol!

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Foods to avoid and lifestyle changes. We speak with the Fabulous Pharmacist Laura Dowling about how best to deal with high cholesterol.

"The greatest footballer never to have played football”

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“He ran around the pitch like Bambi on ice”. From Kaiser to Ali Dia. Cameron Hill from Off The Ball takes a look back on some of the most novel s...

Disinformation slot with David Robert Grimes

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

David Robert Grimes, Author and Disinformation expert discusses Labour MPs are quitting the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. Labour...

Will the proposals to overhaul defamation laws may infringe civil liberties?

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Retired High Court Judge Bernard Barton joined Pat this morning on the show to discuss how the proposals to overhaul defamation laws may infringe...

The rite of passage of the debs night!

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Debs season is almost upon us but it’s an expensive business and a rite of passage. Our reporter Sarah Madden spoke to the businesses who thrive on ...

The latest on the Humanitarian situation in Gaza

15 Aug 2024

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Humanitarian situation in Gaza as the death toll overtakes 40,000. We discuss the situation there with Fikr Shallot, Gaza Director for Trocaire Partne...

The major jewellery heist that shocked Germany

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Nearly five years, after millions of euros’ worth of jewellery was stolen in a museum heist in Germany many of the pieces have returned to display t...

Best tips for returning to school sustainably

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tonnes of paper, pens, plastic, school days can result in tonnes of waste ! Jo Linehan Editor of the Climate Supplement at the Sunday Times Ireland&nb...

What will the weather be like for Electric Picnic?

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The fields of Stradbally will be met with thousands of people this evening ahead of the first day of Electric Picnic tomorrow, but what’s in store w...

Ukraine continues its approach toward the city of Kursk

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The biggest attack on Russian soil since World War two continued into it’s 9th day yesterday. We get the latest updates with Paul Rogers Emeritus P...

What issues will the US Voter will be relying on come November?

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We get the latest on what issues, domestic and foreign, the US Voter will be relying on come November with Mark Rozell Author and Dean of the School o...

Gardening with Diarmuid Gavin

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Diarmuid Gavin joined Pat in studio to help listeners with their gardening questions.

Inside Hollywood: The career of Robin Williams

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On Inside Hollywood this week, with the 10th anniversary of his death, we take a look back at the career of Robin Williams.

Wildfires in Greece causes devastation in the region

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wildfires in Greece have left one person confirmed dead and scenes of devastation in the region. Damian Mac Con Uladh is an Irish journalist livi...

Green Scene: Fascinating behaviour from the insect world

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

More fascinating behaviour from the insect world has been revealed in a study of tiger beetles and how they try to avoid bats, which see them as a hea...

Affordability gap widens for first time buyers!

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An 80,000 euro shortfall greets most first time buyers as the affordability gap widens. That’s according to a new report from the SCSI. Pat discusse...

A proposal for more pop-up Garda stations

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Here one minute and gone the next? We’ll hear about a proposal for more pop-up Garda stations. We hear from Senator Maria Byrne, Fine Gael Senator &...

Public consultation on Dublin’s long-awaited MetroLink reopens

14 Aug 2024

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Public consultation on Dublin’s long-awaited MetroLink reopens, Consultation on the €9.5bn rail line reopening five months after the Bord Pleanál...

Should you change your mattress for your new partner?

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Should you change your mattress for your new partner? Pat asks Stephaine Regan Clinical Psychotherapist.

Minister for Health formally launching taskforce into expanding roles for pharmacists

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Extended prescribing, the common clinical conditions scheme and dealing with the on-going medicine shortage. These are just some of the recommendation...

A preview of some new Google products

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Jess Kelly takes a look at some of the new Google products that will be unveiled today.

College students unable to find suitable accommodation

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With weeks counting down until colleges are back. We hear about the grave challenges students are facing when it comes finding accommodation. Joining ...

How are EV sales in your county?

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

2030 targets have been vast in doubt after counties EV sales rates were revealed. We get the details and reaction from Geraldine Herbert Motoring Edit...

Extraordinary advice to paramedics from the National Ambulance service !

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Extraordinary advice to paramedics from the National Ambulance service to reset battery if cardiac machine is faulty as review into call-out failure o...

Two Irish contestants who took part in 'Love Is Blind'

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is love really blind? Well, Pat was joined by two Irish contestants who took part in the Netflix series, 'Love Is Blind'. Joining Pat in studio was Sa...

The Ukrainian advance to the Russian region of Kursk

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Ukrainian advance to the Russian region of Kursk entered its seventh day yesterday. Was this an intelligence failure or a brilliant military plan?...

Ask The Expert: On workplace conflict

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our expert this morning was Moira Grassick, COO of Peninsula Ireland to discuss how to navigate the problems or opportunities of the modern workplace.

The t’s and c’s of advertising!

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The t’s and c’s of advertising and why some companies are getting it wrong. All to discuss with Orla Twomey Chief Executive of The Advertisin...

'Niksen: The Dutch Art of Doing Nothing’

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Slow Living, Niksen or is it just about chilling out. We look at the art of doing nothing with author Olga Mecking behind the book ‘Niksen: The Dutc...