The Pat Kenny Show

'On This Day' throughout history 17th July

17 Jul 2024

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On This Day; The 17th of July. Pat looks back on everything that happened on this day in history from the opening of Disneyland to the release of the ...

Nelofer Pazire-Fisk wife of late journalist Robert Fisk about his posthumous book

17 Jul 2024

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'Night of Power ' a new book by Robert Fisk which was completed by his wife Nelofer Pazire-Fisk following the journalist's death in 2020. Nelofer join...

What was your favourite summer blockbuster movie?

17 Jul 2024

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On Inside Hollywood, Dee Reddy Podcaster and Cultural commentator takes a look at summer blockbusters, starting with Jaws and all the way up to Guardi...

"I don't want my grandkids growing up in a Donald Trump America!"

17 Jul 2024

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As the US election looms closer, the electorate there says society is more divided than ever. The Republican National Convention is currently tak...

Green Scene: How to deal with extreme heat abroad

17 Jul 2024

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To this week's Green Scene with Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland discusses how to dealing with extreme he...

A busy day ahead for Keir Starmer

17 Jul 2024

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The State Opening of Parliament and a meeting with Simon Harris. Keir Starmer wants to give the impression that this government is hitting the ground ...

Study finds self drive car experience "boring!"

17 Jul 2024

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Self driving cars may be at the bleeding edge of today’s technology, but a new study has found that travelling in one can be summed up in one word: ...

Are there deals to be had on Amazon Prime Day?

16 Jul 2024

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This week, Jess Kelly Newstalk's Technology Correspondent takes a look at Amazon Prime Day and whether there are genuine deals to be had.All with than...

How people can be swayed into political extremism

16 Jul 2024

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In a recent podcast episode with the Guardian, Dr. Richard Petty Professor of Psychology Ohio State University  discussed ambivalence, ...

What do we know about JD Vance?

16 Jul 2024

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Trump has made his first appearance since his attempted assassination in Milwaukee yesterday, while his pick of JD Vance as Vice President has raised ...

The Man with 1000 kids

16 Jul 2024

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The Man with 1000 kids a shocking Netflix documentary has shone a light on the need for regulation in sperm donation. We speak to a woman who is camp...

'On This Day' throughout history 16th July

16 Jul 2024

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We take a look back at events that happened 'On This Day' throughout history.

More reaction to yesterday’s anti-immigration protests in Coolock

16 Jul 2024

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We speak to James Geogheon Lord Mayor of Dublin & Fine Gael Councillor and also Criminologist   Trina O'Connor to get reaction to t...

A body has been found in the search for Jay Slater

16 Jul 2024

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A body has been found in Tenerife by the Spanish police, almost one month to the day since Jay Slater first went missing. Formal identification has no...

"He is right for the country!" Josh Crosbie reports live from Republican National Convention

16 Jul 2024

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Tens of thousands of people are in Milwaukee attending the Republican National Convention, where Donald Trump has been formally nominated for Presiden...

Violent scenes at Coolock protest

16 Jul 2024

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A Garda car was set alight and two Dublin Bus vehicles were surrounded by protesters opposed to international protection applicants being housed in a ...

Ask The Expert: How to chose the best car for your needs

15 Jul 2024

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Our expert today was Joey Donnelly, Managing Director and Owner of Crofton Motors. Joe explained the steps to take after a car crash and how to choos...

Assassination attempt on Trump in historical context

15 Jul 2024

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The alleged assassination attempt on former President Donald trump on Saturday night took place within a long and much broader context of violence whi...

At look back on a busy weekend of sport

15 Jul 2024

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Armagh shock Kerry in the GAA football semi- finals, Alcaraz takes the Wimbledon title and Spain are victorious in the Euros. Cathal Mullaney looks ba...

A review is set to look a women's role in the church

15 Jul 2024

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The church is set to review women’s roles in the church but is this a sign of change or just crumbs? Pat spoke to former President of Ireland Dr Mar...

Investigation into how cooking oil is been transported in China

15 Jul 2024

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Chinese government is launching an investigation after it was revealed that cooking oil had been transported in containers that were also used to carr...

More reaction to the attempted assassination of Donald Trump

15 Jul 2024

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We get more reaction to the attempted assassination of Donald Trump with Scott Lucas Professor and Political Analyst University College Dub...

Travel tips and destinations with Pól Ó Conghaile

15 Jul 2024

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Costa del Sol in Spain, Malaga-Marbella-Nerja Rona sun holiday favorites but lots more going on. Deals and Marbella got named one of Europe’s best c...

Why are thousands not claiming their rent relief?

15 Jul 2024

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A call for the end of rent pressure zones and thousands not claiming their rent relief despite rising rent costs. We ask why with Carol Tallon, CEO Pr...

A defiant Trump marches on to Milwaukee

15 Jul 2024

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A defiant Trump marches on to Milwaukee. We have the latest on the failed assassination attempt that has shocked the world. We get reaction from Larry...

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

12 Jul 2024

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A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Jonathan this morning on the show was Orla Ryan News Correspondent at The Jou...

With chickenpox on the rise, how can parents treat it?

12 Jul 2024

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With chickenpox on the rise, how can we spot it, and how should parents treat it? Dr Brendan O’Shea GP, Assistant Adjunct Professor TCD, Medical Dir...

The costs of Shannon to Dublin Water Pipeline

12 Jul 2024

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The controversial Shannon to Dublin water pipeline has received government approval and Uisce Eireann is moving forward to the next stage. The 17...

Friday Food with Gareth Mullins

12 Jul 2024

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Gareth Mullins Gareth Mullins takes us through the perfect summer BBQ recipe a lamb donor kebab.

Sean Defoe brings us the first Annual Dail Awards

12 Jul 2024

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The biggest disaster and the political judgement awards. Newstalk's Political Correspondent Sean Defoe brings us the First Annual Dail Awards.

A look ahead to the busy weekend of sport

12 Jul 2024

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A look ahead to the busy weekend of sport with Cathal Mullaney, Broadcaster with Off The Ball.

Drew Harris calls for graduate penalty points systems

12 Jul 2024

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From the rise of motor premiums for the tenth consecutive month, to Drew Harris's call for graduate penalty points systems to combat road fatalities. ...

How should employers manage inappropriate behaviour in the workplace?

12 Jul 2024

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We hear about the guidelines for companies on managing and preventing abuse and inappropriate behaviour in the workplace. Speaking to Jonathan this mo...

Country star Nathan Carter performs in Castlerea Prison

12 Jul 2024

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Country star Nathan Carter performed in Castlerea Prison for the prison staff and the community. To raise money for local charity including the paedia...

A tough day at the office for President Biden

12 Jul 2024

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A series of unfortunate events. We discuss President Bidens NATO press conference that didn’t go his way with Scott Lucas Professor and P...

Some great suggestions of things to do this weekend

11 Jul 2024

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Here to tell us all you can get up to this weekend is Food, travel and content creator Eadaoin Fitzmaurice. 

Sports: A insight into the famous bullfights and festival in Pamplona

11 Jul 2024

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Sports with Cameron Hill this week, we talk about the famous bullfights and festival that take place in Pamplona between the 6th and 14th of July.

An insight how the streets of Galway have changed over the years

11 Jul 2024

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We get an insight on how the streets of Galway have changed dramatically in the last 35 years, with litter picker Pat McPhilbin.

NATO meetings, meet and greets

11 Jul 2024

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NATO meetings, meet and greets and more pressure to withdraw from the Presidential race it hasn’t been the easiest week for Joe Biden. Scott Lucas P...

Disinformation slot with David Robert Grimes

11 Jul 2024

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On our disinformation slot this week, David Robert Grimes discusses how BBC reported this week on a US intelligence effort to unmask almost 1000 bot a...

How are we policing people arriving into Ireland without documentation?

11 Jul 2024

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Thousands of people are arriving into Ireland without documentation or with false documents but what action is being taken to police this and are airl...

Can stress turn your hair grey?

11 Jul 2024

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Professor Luke O’Neill, Professor of Biochemistry at the school of Immunology, Trinity College joined Jonathan in studio this morning. We ask Luke ...

What is the plastic free July campaign?

11 Jul 2024

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Plastic free July is the month-long campaign that discourages people from single-use products and moves them towards reducing waste, combating polluti...

Most people believe the courts system is letting women down

11 Jul 2024

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Three quarters of people don’t have faith in the courts ability to deal with cases of violence against women according to a new poll. We discuss thi...

France faces 'immediate financial crisis' weeks from the Olympics

11 Jul 2024

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Taxes on the rich, freeze on food prices and a resignation that won't be accepted. We go live to France to see how the new government is faring. Speak...

The suspect of a deadly crossbow attack

11 Jul 2024

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Suspect in hospital after being detained over deadly crossbow attack on wife and two daughters of BBC and Sky broadcaster John Hunt, in what has been ...

Is there end in sight in the Aer Lingus Pilot strike?

11 Jul 2024

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Is there end in sight in the Aer Lingus Pilot strike? We also hear about Drones over Dublin with test flights for food deliveries have been trialed in...

Gardening tips and advice

10 Jul 2024

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Award winning gardener Diarmuid Gavin joined Jonathan this morning on the show and gave some great gardening tips and advice to our listener.

Inside Hollywood: Best family movies

10 Jul 2024

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Dee Reddy, Podcaster and Cultural commentator takes a look at some family favourite movies in this week's 'Inside Hollywood'.

Expect the unexpected !

10 Jul 2024

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We all need to prepare for the worst. That’s the message from Nik Gowing, former BBC Founder of Thinking The Unthinkable. He discusses why we need t...

Electoral commission has launched its Research Programme 2025 - 2026

10 Jul 2024

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A lowered voting age, the end of campaign posters and a new design of ballot papers. We are joined on the show by Art O'Leary the CEO of the Electoral...

Aer Lingus dispute will see further cancellations on the horizon

10 Jul 2024

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Aer Lingus dispute will see further cancellations on the horizon for Aer Lingus passengers as IALPA mull over Labour Court recommendation for pilot pa...

The right to disconnect

10 Jul 2024

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Ever been out of office or on holiday but your boss won’t leave you be? We talk to an employment lawyer on the employee's right to disconnect. Join...

Motoring: Speed limiters on new cars and other safety equipment that is now mandatory

10 Jul 2024

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Speed Limiters on New Cars and other safety equipment that is now mandatory and electric bikes sales on the rise. Excise duty hike is stealth tax on ...

Independent TD Michael Healy-Rae has denounced “outrageous” and “hurtful” online abuse

10 Jul 2024

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Independent TD Michael Healy-Rae has denounced “outrageous” and “hurtful” online abuse and called for action against social media platforms. M...

Green Scene: How cane toads could be used to immunise wildlife

10 Jul 2024

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Today we hear how cane toads could be used to immunise wildlife, and how frog saunas could help tackle a critical amphibian pandemic. Dr Ruth Fre...

Simon Coveney to retire from politics

10 Jul 2024

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Simon Coveney has announced his retirement from politics. We get the latest on this breaking news this morning with Fionnan Sheahan Ireland Editor, Ir...

The case of Irish woman Tori Towey in Dubai

10 Jul 2024

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Irish woman Tori Towey faces charges in Dubai of alcohol consumption and attempted suicide after she was the alleged victim of a brutal attack in her ...

Technology: A review of the HMD Pulse Pro

09 Jul 2024

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Jess Kelly has been testing out the HMD Pulse Pro and she gave her review to Jonathan this morning on the show.All with thanks to the Viatel Technolog...

A new report finds that adult vaccination programmes could save thousands of lives

09 Jul 2024

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A new report from the Office of Health Economics (OHE) has found that thousands of lives would be saved with considerably less hospital admissions if ...

When to quit while you are ahead !

09 Jul 2024

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The Biden Campaign has been under increasing pressure in recent months with repeated calls for the President to step aside from the campaign trail. Sh...

Vatican’s involvement in a London property trial

09 Jul 2024

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We go live to Rome to hear about the Vatican’s involvement in a London property trial. With all the details was Hugo McCaffrey a Journalist based in...

Ukraine announce a day of mourning after attack on children's hospital

09 Jul 2024

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Following an attack on a children’s hospital in Kyiv, we hear the latest from Ukraine with James Waterhouse  Ukraine Correspondent at the BBC.&...

Cabinet to approve plans for pre-election budget in summer statement

09 Jul 2024

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Cabinet to approve plans for pre-election budget in summer statement. We more on this with Jack Horgan Jones Political Correspondent, The Irish Times.

Can we go bigger and better than Deposit Return Schemes?

09 Jul 2024

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Many European countries are attempting to renovate their recycling policies. Rather than returning dirty plastic bottles and beverage cans, the Reuse ...

What's going on with intimacy, and why are we turning our backs on sex?

09 Jul 2024

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A quarter of marriages are sexless, young men are suffering from erectile dysfunction and ever more gen z / millennials are choosing situationships ov...

Has modern music been dumbed down?

09 Jul 2024

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Has modern music been dumbed down? According to a study from Queen Mary University of London, it is. Speaking to Jonathan this morning with more on th...

Will we see an end to the Aer Lingus pilots strike

09 Jul 2024

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Aer Lingus have accepted the Labour Court’s recommendation for pilots’ pay increase of 17.75%. Now it will be put to the IALPA to see if they will...

Ask The Expert: Dr Arthur Cummings Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon

08 Jul 2024

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Brand new technology that customises your eye surgery. Our expert today was Dr Arthur Cummings Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon and Medical Director&nbs...

Should Ireland ban the sale of energy drinks?

08 Jul 2024

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Two men have suffered cardiac arrest due to energy drinks. It has prompted calls for the widespread ban of the sale of energy drinks to children, and ...

Who is the new leader of The Green Party ?

08 Jul 2024

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The new leader of The Green Party was announced this morning. Sean Defoe Political Correspondent for Newstalk brought us the breaking news.

Criminal barristers will withdraw service over pay disputes

08 Jul 2024

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The already backlogged courts are set for further interruptions with barristers set to strike. Criminal barristers will withdraw service over pay disp...

Loyalty cards for businesses do they work ?

08 Jul 2024

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Loyalty cards for businesses, do they work and is there any really discount for shoppers? We sent Josh Crosbie out to investigate

Starmer in Stormont

08 Jul 2024

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Starmer in Stormont: the newly elected Prime Minister is set to meet ministers in Belfast today. We get the latest with Enda Brady Presenter with TRT ...

Rebels vs the Banner in the All Ireland Hurling Final

08 Jul 2024

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Hurling semi finals, Euro 2024 Quarter Finals and Ireland’s Rugby team in South Africa. There’ll be plenty to talk about when Cathal Mullaney from...

Property prices are rising at fastest rate in 17 months

08 Jul 2024

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Property prices are rising at fastest rate in 17 months, with Dublin rising the fastest and prices of second-hand properties across the country are in...

Tips and tricks to a youthful smile with the Tooth Fairy

08 Jul 2024

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We get tips and tricks to a youthful smile with Dr Bronagh Keane the Tooth Fairy.

France faces a political deadlock

08 Jul 2024

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A surprise vote surge for the leftist New Popular Alliance, a win that has blocked far right National Rally from power. Now, France faces a political ...

A bombshell investigation into women’s football in the 1990s

08 Jul 2024

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RTE Investigates and the Sunday Independent aired a joint investigation into Women’s football in Ireland last night which revealed historical abuse ...

Friday Form: A look back on the biggest news stories of the week.

05 Jul 2024

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We look back on the news stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Ivan was joined by John Lee, Executive Editor Daily Mail Group Ireland, Niamh Smyt...

Should Joe Biden Run Again?

05 Jul 2024

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With discussions on whether Joe Biden should leave the campaign for the next US presidency, Ivan Yates spoke with Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at Univ...

How is Sinn Féin faring in Northern Ireland post-UK election?

05 Jul 2024

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After the Labour landslide win in the UK, Ivan Yates speaks with Amanda Ferguson, freelance journalist, about how Sinn Fein is faring in Northern Irel...

Friday Food with Gareth Mullins

05 Jul 2024

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Gareth Mullins, Executive Chef of The Anantara Marker Hotel, joins Ivan in studio to talk through his recipe for sticky pork ribs with sesame and lime...

Blathnaid Raleigh shares her story of courage and justice

05 Jul 2024

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Blathnaid Raleigh bravely waived her right to anonymity at the sentencing of her rapist this week. She joins Ivan Yates in the studio to share her sto...

Live reaction to the UK election results

05 Jul 2024

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Following the Labour landslide win, Ivan Yates goes live to London for further analysis and reaction with Vincent McAviney, a freelance journalist bas...

Weekend Sports Preview

05 Jul 2024

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John Duggan, broadcaster with Off The Ball, joins Ivan Yates to preview the hurling semi-finals and the quarter-finals in the Euros, including a focus...

NTA proposes taxi fare hikes: what you need to know

05 Jul 2024

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The National Transport Authority (NTA) is proposing taxi fare hikes of up to 9% by the end of the year to combat inflation, fuel increases, and mandat...

Labour Landslide Win

05 Jul 2024

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Votes have been counted and the results are in: a Labour landslide win in the UK election. Ivan Yates spoke with Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor of th...

Boxed With John Fardy features 'Presumed Innocent~

04 Jul 2024

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Presumed Innocent on Apple TV starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Ruth Negga, Bill Camp is featured in this week's 'Boxed' with John Fardy.

"A gripping mystery with an emotional narrative"

04 Jul 2024

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"A gripping mystery with an emotional narrative". Author Chris Whitaker joined Ivan in studio to chat about his latest release “All The Colours...

Out & About: Things to do this weekend

04 Jul 2024

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Here to tell us all you can get up to this weekend is Food, travel and content creator Eadaoin Fitzmaurice.

The Irish at Wimbledon

04 Jul 2024

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The Irish at Wimbledon and the only ever Wimbledon finalist with a murder conviction. Cameron Hill from Off The Ball will be here to discuss

Disinformation slot with David Robert Grimes

04 Jul 2024

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David Robert Grimes give us an insight into a a recent campaign of deepfakes has emerged from Russia targeting the Ukrainian leader and his ...

Top tips for reducing your food waste

04 Jul 2024

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No shame in a doggy bag! We have top tips for reducing your food waste with Taz Kelleher Co-founder of The Useless Project.

The Olympics' sustainability strategy

04 Jul 2024

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We look at the Olympics's sustainability strategy this year and the Irish companies making sustainability moves.  All to discuss with Jo Linehan ...

Legislation to raise the smoking age to 21 will come before the Dáil today

04 Jul 2024

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Legislation to raise the smoking age to 21 will come before the Dáil today but is this more nanny state politics? And how will it be enforced? All to...

The historic Shorts Brother factory in Belfast faces an uncertain future

04 Jul 2024

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The historic Shorts Brother factory in Belfast faces an uncertain future after being taken over by Boeing. We hear why with  Alan Perry Senior Of...

Antiaging skincare that works

04 Jul 2024

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Antiaging skincare that works, including sun protection and the use of SPF to prevent skin cancer. All to discuss with Professor Niki Ralph Consu...

The media committee have recommended that the TV licence fee be abolished

04 Jul 2024

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The media committee have recommended that the TV licence fee be abolished. We get the latest on this with Pat Leahy Political Editor, Irish Times.

Gardening: Sweet peas are not just your average garden flower

03 Jul 2024

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Sweet peas are not just your average garden flower. These delicate blossoms,  possess a charm and beauty that have captivated gardeners and flowe...