The Pat Kenny Show
Episodes
Belfast Actress Rachel Tucker on her role in 'Wicked'
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Northern Irish actress Rachel Tucker became best known for her interpretation of Elphaba in London's West End production of Wicked. After playing the ...
A week on how is the new transport plan working out?
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anyone who travels through Dublin city centre is still getting used to the new transport plan that came into force last week. Josh Crosbie did a...
Colm O'Gorman on the Scoping Inquiry shock findings
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We speak to Colm O’Gorman, the former director of One in Four following the shocking report which revealed almost 2,400 allegations of abuse in Iris...
The second largest diamond ever found!
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland discusses the second largest diamond ever found. Also an AI analysi...
How to save money coming into winter!
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Getting your finance in order ! We hear tips on how to save that little bit extra going into winter with Nicola Bardon a journalist with the Irish Sun...
The shocking findings of The Scoping Inquiry
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Scoping Inquiry is a shocking report which levels 2,400 allegations of abuse against 884 teachers, priests and others in 308 schools across Irelan...
Brazil's Supreme Court has upheld a ban on social media platform X
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brazil's Supreme Court has upheld a ban on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. A majority of three out of five justices have already v...
Calls to streamline the ambulance emergency calls procedure
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Government has been challenged over the failure since 2016 to implement a key report which recommended a single ambulance control centre for Irela...
New report from CyberSafeKids on children’s online safety
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
25% of 8-12 year olds are bothered by harmful content or unsolicited contact, a new report from CyberSafeKids on children’s online safety shows. We ...
Pineapples hit the dating scene!
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A new TikTok trend is encouraging young singles to visit the Spanish supermarket chain, ‘Mercadona’, between 7pm and 8pm for what’s now known as...
Latest on the situation in Israel
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A general strike continues in Israel demanding the return of hostages. The UK suspend some arms sales to Israel as Benjamin Netanyahu asks for "f...
Report into historic sexual abuse cases in Irish schools is set to be approved today
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Government is expected to approve publication of a long-awaited report on sexual abuse in boarding and day schools and to agree to set up a statut...
Ask The Expert: Mortgages
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A zero-point-two five per cent cut to mortgage rates could be on the way next month. This may mean pillar banks are offering the best rates...
Ireland has the highest levels of loneliness
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Data on 20,000 Europeans collected at the end of 2022, showed that Ireland has the highest levels of loneliness. We discuss this with Stephaine Regan ...
The benefits of run clubs!
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Run clubs have blown up in popularity around the country and now a new study says they actually make you faster. What are the other benefits? Ant...
A swimmer with MND attempts to break Guinness World Records
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mark O’Brien, a swimmer with MND is about to take on two Guinness World Record attempts in 2 different countries on 1st September. Mark joined Anton...
Center Parcs is set for a €100m expansion!
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Five years since it opened in Longford Forest, Center Parcs is set for a €100 expansion. So what keeps families flocking to its lodges and Subtropic...
Advice on getting your motorbike licence!
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Geraldine Herbert Motoring Editor, The Sunday Independent brings us advice on getting and training for your motorbike licence.
Israel is braced for a general strike
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Israel is braced for a general strike after protests over what is seen as the government's failure to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas. We...
Dublin is facing a water shortage in the next 10 years
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dublin is facing a water shortage in the next 10 years. What action needs to be taken and how soon can we expect this to impact us? Anton discusses th...
Regional elections take place in Germany
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are we seeing the rise of the far right in Germany? We get the on the regional elections in Germany with Deborah Cole, Berlin Correspondent, The Guard...
One in ten primary school are still in overcrowded classrooms
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One in ten primary school student are still in overcrowded classrooms. However this represents the lowest figure in 20 years according to an analysis ...
A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Pat in studio today was Lorraine Clifford Lee, Dublin Fine Gael Senator, Cath...
The issue of the lack of student accommodation
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we come into September, many issues remain around student accommodation, lack of availability, cost and the prevalence of scams. Newstalk Report Jo...
US new update with Larry Donnelly
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
US Update with Larry Donnelly: Kamala Harris's first big interview, Trump’s clash with Army veterans, and two teens arrested for the shooting of an ...
Friday Food with Gareth Mullins!
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth Mullins Executive Chef of The Anantara Marker Hotel takes us through apple tart fine and vanilla ice cream recipe.
Life as a private detective!
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered what life would be like as a Private Detective? We find out with guest Liam A. Brady, Ireland’s leading Private Detective.
Schoolchildren across the country may be left without transport
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Schoolchildren across the country may be left without transport going into the new year. That’s according to the coach tourism and transport council...
A preview of the weekend of sport
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We will preview all the weekend sports including the Liverpool Manchester United tie and all the action in the Paralympics in Paris. Joining Pat today...
Transforming sheriff street park into a vibrant community space
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A park in Dublin's northeast inner city could be one of the city’s most vibrant and well-utilised. That’s according to a body of research by group...
An Taoiseach Simon Harris
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
An Taoiseach Simon Harris joined Pat on the show next to discuss everything from hosting an online safety summit, diplomatic relations and forth...
Boxed With John Fardy features 'Bad Monkey'
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The new Apple TV drama series bad monkey starring Vince Vaughan features in this weeks Boxed with John Fardy.
Advice on CAO offers and college courses
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nearly 60,000 students found out their fate in the first round of CAO offers yesterday. To give students and parents advice on courses and offers Pat ...
Minister for Education on her plan for the smartphone ban in schools
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Education Minister Norma Foley joined Pat on the show to discuss her plan for the smartphone ban in schools.
Diagnosing diseases by examining the tongue
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When it came to diagnosing ailments before modern medicine doctors often examined the tongue for clues. Based on its color, shape, and thickness...
James Hogan former Chief Executive of Etihad Airlines
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James hogan spent 11 years as the Chief Executive of Etihad Airlines. In that time, he saw the expansion of the company to one of the biggest in the w...
The resurgence of natural materials in Ireland
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look at the resurgence of natural materials in Ireland. Wool, tweed, linen, their history, why they died off. All to discuss with Jo Linehan...
The Whatsapp do’s and don’ts messaging in the workplace
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the Whatsapp wild west out there ! We discuss the do’s and don’ts are when it comes to messaging in the workplace with TerriSue Cosgr...
Tusla have been considering BMI a factor in foster parent applications
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland’s child and family agency Tusla have been considering BMI a factor in foster parent applications. This is despite the national shortage of c...
Garden stories with Diarmuid Gavin
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today on Garden Stories Diarmuid Gavin delves into the fascinating world of power, jealousy, and intrigue that shaped one of the Renaissance's most st...
Donald Trump faces new charges for alleged attempts to interfere in the 2020 election
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump faces new charges for alleged attempts to interfere in the 2020 election. The revised charges are reframed to focus on trump as a po...
The closure of restaurants, cafes and bars nationwide
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Restaurant industry leaders will meet with Ministers today. The recent Vat increase from 9 to 13.5% is likely to be up for discussion as b...
Who will be the next prime minister of France?
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
France is once again under political turmoil with French President Emmanuel Macron yet to announce a Prime Minister. We get the latest on this with Ja...
The Paralympics gets underway later today in Paris
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the Paralympics gets underway later today in Paris. We preview Ireland’s hopes and get the atmosphere live from Paris with Emma Duffy ...
Inside Hollywood: Movies by actors turned directors
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Inside Hollywood this week, Dee Reddy Podcaster and Cultural commentator looks at movies by actors turned directors.
How teens can navigate dangers like cyberbullying, porn addictionvon smartphones
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Smartphones have completely transformed the lives of everyone both positively and negatively and teens today have been impacted the most. We’re...
What is the status of the Great Barrier Reef?
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's 'Green Scene, we hear about wearables for marine creatures that mean we can track what they are up to. Also we ask what is the status o...
How can our infrastructure cope with growing population?
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland infrastructure, water running out, data centres refused and electricity hikes. How can our infrastructure cope with growing population? All to...
'On This Day' throughout history 28th August
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We look back on the people, events and music in history on this day the 28th August.
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
Contributed by Lukas
'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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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,...