The Pat Kenny Show
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Women’s Aid received 40,048 disclosures of domestic abuse in 2023
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Women’s Aid received 40,048 disclosures of domestic abuse in 2023, highest ever recorded in charity’s 50-year history. Pat was joined on the show ...
Josh Crosbie looks at the challenges of becoming a taxi driver in Ireland
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The average age of taxi drivers in Ireland is over 50 and there’s an appeal for young motorists to consider it as an option for a career.  ...
Government is preparing to fast track the EU migration pact
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The government is expected to fast track Ireland's adoption of the controversial EU migration pact. We get the latest with Harry McGee Political Corre...
Ask The Expert: On mortgages
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For this week’s ask the expert we’ll be talking all things mortgages with Paul Merriman from AskPaul.ie .
Why are so many dentists leaving the HSE scheme?
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why are so many dentists leaving the HSE scheme? How is impacting medical card holders? Pat discusses this with Dr Caroline Robbins, President of the...
Group CEO of Ryanair Michael O’Leary
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dublin’s passenger cap, Boeing delays and Aer Lingus strikes all to discuss with Group CEO of Ryanair Michael O’Leary.
What now for Rory McIlroy?
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What now for Rory McIlroy the golfer is still left chasing a major with a monkey on his back.Peter Lawrie, former professional golfer and co-host of ...
What the Military ‘pause’ on Gaza road means
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What the Military ‘pause’ on Gaza road means and what next for peace talks. We get the latest with Scott Lucas Professor and Political Analyst, Cl...
A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum.
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s Friday Forum, Pat discussed the end of the elections and the Dublin Airport passenger cap with Colm Brophy (Fine Gael), Craig Hughes ...
Why are so many people moving out of Dublin?
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
According to the latest data from the Banking and Payments Federation Ireland, more than 40% of first-time buyer mortgages drawn down to buy propertie...
US Update: Trump returns to Capitol Hill
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With Donald Trump back at Capitol Hill yesterday for the first time since the January 6th riots and President Biden reinforcing the United States’ c...
Friday Food with Gareth Mullins
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth Mullins, Executive Chef of The Anantara Marker Hotel, shared a delicious chocolate hobnobs recipe perfect for getting kids busy in the kitchen ...
UNICEF Update from Gaza: what is happening on the ground?
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat received an update on the situation in Gaza from James Elder, UNICEF spokesperson, who provided insights into the conditions on the ground and the...
Are parents’ smartphones harming babies’ development?
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are babies being emotionally stunted due to their parents’ smartphone addiction. Pat spoke with Anne-Marie Casey, Senior Clinical Pediatric Psycholo...
A look at this weekend's sport
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s an All-Ireland double header weekend with exciting sports events lined up. Pat spoke with Kathleen McNamee, Commercial Content Producer with Of...
Toilet timers: efficient or invasive?
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A popular tourist destination in China has installed toilet timers, sparking mixed reactions. Pat spoke with Ian Redmond, former owner of Tramline and...
Meet Europe’s most eccentric MEPs
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Europe has seen the election of some eccentric Members of the European Parliament (MEPs). Pat spoke with Eddy Wax, a journalist with Politico, who has...
Report: What’s causing delays in the Clontarf cycling project?
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Clontarf to city centre cycling project, which has been ongoing for more than two years, has faced another delay and is now expected to be complet...
Out and about: what to do this weekend with Eadaoin Fitzmaurice
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat spoke with content creator Eadoin Fitzmaurice about The Spirit Circle in Belfast, a new pop-up for couples who love cocktails, Taste of Dublin, an...
Report: Lack of Therapy Services for Children
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A report by Josh Crosbie highlights the lack of occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, and physiotherapy for children, and its significant...
What does Enoch Burke’s legal loss mean?
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Enoch Burke has lost his defamation case. Pat spoke with Frank Greaney to discuss the details and implications of this legal outcome.
Lab leak theory resurfaces: what’s behind the new interest?
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The lab leak conspiracy theory has been given new attention thanks to the New York Times, amidst suspect timing involving Elon Musk’s comments and a...
Can the US-brokered ceasefire in Israel hold?
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The US-backed ceasefire and hostage deal in Israel is currently in limbo. Pat spoke with Professor Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at...
The surprising reason tennis balls are yellow
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know David Attenborough is responsible for why tennis balls are yellow? Pat spoke with sports analyst Adrian Barry to explore this interesting...
Can gene therapy help the deaf hear and the blind see?
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Promising data is emerging from trials using gene therapy to treat deafness and blindness, conditions often caused by genetic mutations. Pat spoke wit...
Can sanctions stop Russia’s secret supply chains?
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Despite heavy sanctions, Russia's economy is doing well due to secretive routes supplying western tech and consumer goods. Pat spoke with Yaroslava Ki...
Will Tesla shareholders approve another massive pay package for Elon Musk?
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In 2018, Tesla shareholders approved the largest pay package in history for Elon Musk. Now, six years later, they will decide whether to approve anoth...
Election fallout: Green Party’s reaction and future
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As hopes fade for the Green Party in the European elections, they criticise Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael for their handling of the climate crisis. Pat s...
Staying safe in the sun: tips from a dermatologist
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With sun holidays fast approaching, Professor Caitriona Ryan, Consultant Dermatologist at the Institute of Dermatology, shares the best ways to keep y...
What’s behind RTÉ’s €400k exit payment decision?
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
RTÉ is negotiating an exit payment of up to €400,000 for an individual, as revealed by the broadcaster's new chairman, Terence O'Rourke, during an ...
Ask the Expert: Dietitian
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined by dietitian Orla Walsh to answer listener questions on topics such as polycystic ovary syndrome, and following TikTok diet trends.
Rory Mc Ilroy reverses decision on divorce
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a surprising turn of events, Rory McIlroy has decided not to proceed with divorcing his wife. Pat spoke with sports analyst Phil Egan to get more d...
Are elections undemocratic?
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat explored this provocative question with George Monbiot, Guardian columnist and author, and Peter Stone, Associate Professor of Political Science a...
Will stricter dog controls work? Expert opinion
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The government is proposing stricter controls on certain dog breeds. Pat spoke with Paula Feaheny, a dog trainer and behavioral expert, who believes t...
US Update with Larry Donnelly
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hunter Biden has been found guilty in Delaware, making him the first child of a sitting US president to be convicted of a crime. Pat spoke with Larry ...
Lucy Foley discusses her latest book "The Midnight Feast"
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat spoke with Lucy Foley, No.1 Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author, about her latest book "The Midnight Feast," which was released las...
The final picture: European elections wrap-up
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the European election counts wrap up, Pat spoke with Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor of the Irish Independent, for analysis of the final results an...
How eggshells and seaweed can aid green energy mining
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Green Scene, Dr. Ruth Freeman, Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland, discusses more sustainable "whole-food" c...
What you need to know about cheaper car hire
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Car hire costs are expected to be significantly cheaper this year across Europe, including Ireland. Pat spoke with transport consultant Conor Faughnan...
How Ciara Mageean won gold in the 1500m
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland’s Ciara Mageean has taken gold in the 1500m at the European Athletics Championships. Pat spoke with Ciara, the two-time Olympian and four-ti...
Dr Mustafa Barghouti on the UN’s Israel-Gaza ceasefire
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The UN has passed a ceasefire proposal for the Israel-Gaza conflict. Pat spoke to Dr. Mustafa Barghouti, leader of the Palestinian National Initiative...
Tech with Jess: Apple’s new AI features
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined by Newstalk's Tech Correspondent Jess Kelly to discuss the latest updates from Apple, including the introduction of ChatGPT to iPhones....
How green is your BBQ?
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat explores the environmental impact of BBQs with a report by Newstalk reporter Sarah Madden. Guests in the report include environmental journalist J...
Latest updates on Lucy Letby trial and Conservative manifesto
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The trial of Lucy Letby, accused of the attempted murder of a baby girl, begins today. Additionally, Rishi Sunak's Conservative manifesto is under dis...
Is China the key to ending the Ukraine conflict?
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As pressure mounts on China to take action on a peace plan for the Ukraine war, Pat was joined by Denis Staunton, China Correspondent for the Irish Ti...
What would happen after a ceasefire?
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The United Nations Security Council has voted to support a US-proposed ceasefire plan for Israel and Gaza. Pat was joined by Duncan Bullivant, CEO of ...
How to avoid rental scams: expert advice
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With a rise in fake letting agents, Pat was joined by Conor McGarry, CEO and founder of RentDodo, to share tips on how to spot fake rental listings on...
Could more governments fall after the European elections?
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The recent European elections have resulted in the toppling of the French government, raising questions about potential impacts on other countries. Pa...
Are gender quotas needed in Irish politics?
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fianna Fáil is narrowly ahead as the Irish election count enters its fourth day. Pat was joined by political commentator and analyst David Davin Powe...
Pascal Donohoe on local wins
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat spoke to Minister Pascal Donohoe, Minister for Public Expenditure and President of the Eurogroup, about Fine Gael's success in the local elections...
Bishop's Irish Tour
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined by the hilarious John Bishop, comedian and presenter, who is currently on his ‘Back At It’ tour, making his way across Ireland and ...
Nuclear future for Ireland?
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat spoke to Eamonn O’Reilly, chair of the energy and climate action committee at the Irish Academy of Engineering, about a new report suggesting th...
Travel: Last-Minute Getaways
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat spoke to Pol Ó Conghaile, Travel Editor at the Irish Independent, about this summer's travel trends, late deals, and getaways, including tips on ...
Bloodbath in Gaza to rescue 4 hostages
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat spoke to Dr. Jilian Abdalmajid, the Palestinian Ambassador to Ireland, and Dana Elrich, the Israeli Ambassador to Ireland, about the outrage over ...
Weekend Sports Review
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat spoke to Phil Egan from Off The Ball about a successful weekend for the Irish at the European Athletics Championships, where they took gold in two...
Election shocks across Europe
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat spoke to John O’Brennan, Jean Monnet Professor of European Integration at Maynooth University, about the shockwaves throughout France following ...
Elections Showdown: Latest Results
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined by Sean Defoe, Newstalk's Political Correspondent, and Terry Prone, Chair of the Communications Clinic, to discuss the neck and neck ra...
Colm Tóibín' on his highly anticipated sequel, Long Island
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brooklyn is Colm Tóibín's acclaimed 2009 novel that won the Costa Novel Award and inspired the Oscar-nominated movie starring Saoirse Ronan. Now, af...
Boeing pay $160M to Alaska Airlines
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As Boeing pay $160M to Alaska Airlines other airlines are thinking about seeking compensation because of delayed deliveries of all Boeing models....
A pit bull terrier has been shot and killed by armed gardaí in Cork
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A pitbull terrier has been shot and killed by armed gardai after becoming aggressive in an incident where a couple were badly injured yesterday evenin...
We get all the latest news from the USA
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The NYPD prepare to revoke Donald trump’s license to carry a gun and Hunter Bidens trial continues. We get all the latest from the US Terry Sheridan...
Friday Food with Catherine Fulvio
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Catherine Fulvio Owner of Ballyknocken House and Cookery School brings us a delicious strawberry and raspberry tart recipe.
More travel chaos for travellers
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Another air traffic control strike in France, Love Holidays cancel holidays, Dublin Airport car park full and threatened Aer Lingus pilot strike. We g...
The Road Safety Authority is seeking an increase in the fees for a range of services
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is seeking an increase in the fees charged to motorists for the National Car Test (NCT), the driving test and a range ...
John Duggan previews the weekend of sport
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the French Open final this weekend and John Duggan joined Pat to preview the weekend of sport.
Zoom users in the not-too-distant future could send AI avatars to attend meetings in their absence
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Zoom users in the not-too-distant future could send AI avatars to attend meetings in their absence, the company’s Chief Executive has suggested, del...
Has sperm quality decreased overtime?
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Has there been a decline in sperm quality and what can be done to aid male fertility? Pat discusses this with Professor Allan Pacey Professor of ...
Paul Kearns a journalist living in Tel Aviv
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“I can’t see or deal with the pain of the other side right now” is a common phrase one Irish man living in Israel hears all the time. Paul Kearn...
Boxed With John Fardy features 'Eric'
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Boxed With John Fardy features 'Eric' which is showing on Netflix.
All the UK news with Enda Brady
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We get all the recent UK news and politics with Enda Brady TV Presenter for TRT World News.
The origins of cricket
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland Cricket, with the Men's T20 World Cup underway in the US this week. Cameron Hill, Digital Producer Off the Ball tells us the origins of ...
Ideas to get you out and about this weekend
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We get some great Ideas to get you out and about this weekend with Eadoin Fitzmaurice, content creator.
Prof Luke O'Neill on new advances in brain research
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Luke O'Neill joins Pat to discuss three different stories this week focusing on advances in brain research, including an AI map of the brain and what ...
An election roundup
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor for the Irish Independent and Elaine Loughlin, Political Editor for the Irish Examiner sharetheir analysis o...
‘Why you can't go’ ?
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chronic constipation can take over your life and leave you feeling bloated, sluggish and frustrated, especially when standard solutions like more fibr...
New legislation targets 'go-away money' in property developments
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New legislation targets 'go-away money' in property development, but what does it mean for Ireland's planning process? To discuss further Pat spoke to...
Tánaiste Mícheál Martin joined Pat this morning on the show
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat is joined by Tánaiste Mícheál Martin to cover a range of topics including immigration, Gaza, election expectations and the future of a coalitio...
Gardening Paraic Horkan one last time
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our gardening expert for the last six years has bid us farewell from the show. Paraic Horkan has joined Pat for one last time with his gardening tips ...
Young drivers subjected to a postcode penalty
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Drivers are subjected to a postcode penalty with young motorists in affluent Dublin suburbs paying less for insurance than more experienced motorists ...
Mary Lou McDonald in studio this morning
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the highly anticipated elections draw near this Friday, it's a critical week for politicians. Mary Lou McDonald Leader of Sinn Fein &...
Supermac's win against McDonald's
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Irish fast food company Supermac's wins against global burger giant McDonald's over the use of the Big Mac trademark when it comes to its use in poult...
What will the US Supreme Court decide when it comes to the Sackler family
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What will the US Supreme Court decide when it comes to the Sackler family and the opioid crisis they helped fuel? We discussed with David Taylor...
A new play 'Motherhood' by Michelle McMullan
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Some women are born to be mothers, some achieve motherhood, and some have motherhood thrust upon ‘em. That is the tagline to new 3 part play Motherh...
Inside Hollywood: Movie stunt men and women
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The stunt men and women that stand in for the stars, we look at the best movie stunts in Hollywood with Dee Reddy Podcaster and Cultural commentator.
Surprising places germs could be hiding in our homes
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Pat this morning on the show, Dr Primrose Freestone Associate Professor in Clinical Microbiology, University Leicester about ...
How whales do so much to combat climate change
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How whales do so much to combat climate change, and we hear about the world’s largest genome. All this to discuss in this weeks Green Scene with Dr...
The European Central Bank is expected to cut interest rates
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The European Central Bank is expected to cut interest rates at its meeting on 6th June. Economist Jim Power looks at what this will mean.
New technology that can help soothe insect bites, bee or wasp stings
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New technology that can help soothe insect bites, bee or wasp stings. The app is called heat it, and it’s another way of looking at ways to treat bu...
The secrets of shopping high end second hand
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The luxury resale market is booming - with brands like Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Chanel topping the most sought after charts.But why do consumers...
Why Focus Ireland is asking you to climb a mountain
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the move for Focus Ireland is taking place from Friday 14th – Sunday 16th June 2024. Participants can set up their own hike but there are also th...
Just what is liar's dividend?
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In an information ecosystem where anything can be generated by AI, it’s easy for politicians or public figures to claim that something real is fake....
Stories on the frontline of crime scene investigations
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A new detective memoir, written by John Sweetman former Garda at the Technical Bureau, details the stories on the frontline of crime scene investigati...
Calls for speeding and phone use points to double
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The RSA are calling for the penalty points to double for speeding and phone use offensives. We hear from Geraldine Herbert Motoring Editor, Sunday Ind...
Best to help your child help themself
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From getting the bus alone or doing household chores we find out how best to help your child help themself. We speak to Mary O'Kane Lecturer in Psycho...
A surge in theft and criminal damage incidents around the country
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A surge in theft and criminal damage offences last year pushed up crime rates in 76 garda stations to their highest level in a decade. Joining Anton t...
A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Anton this week on the forum was Brid Smith, TD people before profit in the Dublin...
The potential political fallout from Trump's verdict
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We unpack the potential political fallout from Trump's verdict with Terry Sheridan Managing Editor, WSHU Public Radio.
Justice Minister unveils plans on police body cams
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Justice Minister Helen McEntee unveils plans on police body cams and she discussed this and more with Anton this morning on the show.
“Father's Day” is the gripping new revenge thriller by Richard Madeley
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“Father's Day” is the gripping new revenge thriller from the Sunday times bestselling author, Richard Madeley who joined Anton on the show this mo...
Friday Food with Gareth Mullins
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth Mullins will be here to talk us through a bank holiday brunch with American pancakes, Wexford strawberries, bacon and maple syrup. Prefect for ...