The Pat Kenny Show

John Connolly on his new book 'Instruments Of Darkness'

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An abducted child, a mother accused, and a skeptical detective all await readers in the next installment of John Connolly’s Charlie Parker series. J...

Has China hacked the UK’s Ministry of Defence?

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today in the UK, MP's will be told of a massive data breach involving The Ministry of Defence. It follows a big weekend of politics with the results o...

Henry McKean reports live from Eurovision in Malmo

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The first Eurovision semi-final takes place tonight with Ireland performing 7th. It’s against the backdrop of the Israel Gaza conflict however which...

Over 80 tents pitched along the Grand Canal in Dublin where asylum seekers are sleeping rough

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The number of asylum seekers who’ve arrived in Ireland in the first four months of this year has increased by 95% when compared to the same period l...

A Gaza ceasefire nearly got across the line

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A ceasefire in Gaza was a possibility yesterday but it was over before it started. We speak to Paul Rogers Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Brad...

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

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We take a look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this morning live from The Shelbourne Hotel was Eoin O’Broin, S...

Do we need a new anti-smoking strategy?

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do we need a new anti-smoking strategy? Professor John Crowne Medical Oncologist and Former Senator, talks to us about the impact of vaping and why a...

What a vegan lifestyle is like in 2024

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Vegan chef and author Holly White talks to Pat about why self-love can be applied to the foods you eat and what a vegan lifestyle is like in 2024...

Will there be a possibility of a ceasefire in the Middle East?

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Will there be a possibility of a ceasefire in the Middle East? Scott Lucas, Professor and political analyst, Clinton institute, University College Dub...

"The Shelbourne could be described as Ireland's front door for nearly 200 years"

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

JP Kavanagh is the General Manager of The Shelbourne “The Shelbourne could be described as Ireland's front door for nearly 200 years. It's where Ire...

Author Jo Spain on her new book 'The Trial'

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Author Jo Spain joined Pat on the show as we broadcasted live from The Shelbourne Hotel to chat about her new book 'The Trial'.

What is next for Rishi Sunak?

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The UK local elections begin today and to discuss what might the results bring Pat was joined on the show by former private secretary to Margaret That...

Russian disinformation is resulting in an EU probe for META

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Russian disinformation is resulting in an EU probe for META. Pat discusses this with Dr David Robert Grimes  Disinformation Expert and autho...

Boxed With John Fardy features 'Baby Reindeer'

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s Boxed, John Fardy will take a look at the Netflix phenomenon, Baby Reindeer. The story of a comedian and the complicated relationship...

We talk wacky sports with Shane Hannon

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Beyond the world of our 'regular' sports like football, rugby and golf, lies a realm of the wacky and wonderful sports that you may, or may not, have ...

Tax, Drugs and Rock 'n' Roll

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How did an influx of British pop stars in the early 80’s kick-start a cultural transformation in Ireland? Well all is detailed in a new book Ta...

Can we live forever?

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Who wants to live forever? Scientists have now discovered, finally, how you can live longer. Luke O’ Neill discusses a range of studies over th...

The Mincéirí archives National Museum of Ireland

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Mincéirí archives is a new audio visual initiative where Irish children have the opportunity to grow up with a greater understanding and respect...

What Irish companies are doing to become more sustainable

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Companies getting sustainability right in Ireland and what they are doing? CSRD legislation is coming down the track and every company will need to ha...

Sunak’s warning to the Irish Government

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“It's time to have a serious conversation about the Minister”: We hear about last night’s Fianna Fail party meeting as well as comments from the...

Making Sandymount neuro-diverse friendly

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We all know that waiting lists and supports for children with neurodiversity and their families are long and limited, but a grassroots group of mums i...

A new plan to buy derelict properties for asylum-seekers .

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Government has launched a drive to buy or rent empty properties from landlords, developers and builders to help house record numbers of asylum-see...

Inside Hollywood: Those tense movie moments

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's 'Inside Hollywood' Dee Reddy brings us those tense movie moments that had us on the edge of our seats 

Gardening jobs over the long weekend

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paraic Horkan joins us to discuss gardening for the long weekend and planting in your greenhouse.

Multiple ‘compliance failings’ in RTÉ report finds

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A governance report finds Multiple compliance failings in RTÉ. Pat gets the details from Arthur Beesley, Current Affairs Editor of The Irish Times.

Young people want more road safety learning in schools

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Young people want more road safety in schools as the number of road deaths increases. We get more on this with Conor Faughnan Transport Consultant.

The fate of the Scottish Government hangs in the balance

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The fate of the Scottish Government hangs in the balance as Parliament votes in a crucial no-confidence debate .Will this trigger a snap election? Pat...

Green Scene: Impact of climate change on emperor penguins

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What has the impact of climate change been on Emperor Penguins? Dr Ruth Freeman, Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland tell us...

91% of asylum seekers arrived here via Northern Ireland this year. So how are the Government cracking down?

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Department of Justice now say that the vast majority of asylum seekers who have applied for international protection this Ireland this year, arriv...

Chef Mark Moriarty on his new show 'The Off Duty Chef'

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Moriarty joined us live in studio to talk about his new show The Off Duty Chef on RTE.

Tech with Jess: Is the smartphone on the way out?

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Smartphones will be obsolete in 10 years, that’s according to Meta. Newstalk Technology Correspondent bring us the details.All with thanks to Viatel...

A proposed new approach to the controversial auto enrolment scheme

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We hear from of the former President of the Society of Actuaries in Ireland about his proposed new approach to the controversial auto enrolment scheme...

Dublin Airport Parking booking out for summer

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

DAA has been prevented from acquiring additional parking spaces while other options have been frustrated by planning policy. Now the parking that is a...

We hear about the 'Get Rare Aware' Campaign

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Government need to step in and support those with rare diseases, that’s according to The Get Rare Aware Campaign. For more on this Pat was joine...

Memories of Riverdance 30 years on

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

30 years on from its debut, we speak to one of the original dancers from Riverdance Lorcan Murphy.

'Rock n Roll Kids' Paul Harrington and Charlie McGettigan

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The 39th edition of the Eurovision took place on the 30th April 1994 a big night for Irish talent, our very own Paul Harrington and Charlie McGettigan...

What are the main concerns for the new Irish Pharmacies Union President

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Medicine shortages and still awaiting an increase in dispense charges. Just a couple of the issues facing the incoming new Irish Pharmacies Union Pres...

Protests have been taking place across US campuses

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Protests have been taking place across US campuses. We discuss why that is and why police have had to get involved with Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer ...

Could we see the extinction of salmon in Ireland?

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What can be done to stop the catastrophic decline of salmon returning to Ireland? To discuss Pat was joined on the show by Dr Cathal Gallagher, the De...

The UK Rwanda policy and the impact on Ireland

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the UK Rwanda policy and the impact on Ireland with Dominic McGrath, UK Correspondent, Sunday Business Post, Declan Power Security and Defe...

Ask The Expert: On interior design

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With brighter days here it’s a good time to upgrade your home surroundings. We get interiors design advice in this week's expert slot with Avril Mur...

The trouble with love triangles

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Menage a trois or just a mess? We discuss the trouble with love triangles with Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist.

Memories of the late philanthropist Chuck Feeney

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Professor Rose Anne Kenny joined Pat this morning on the show to talk about her memories of the late philanthropist Chuck Feeney. We hear about the ne...

No Russian team at this summer’s Olympic games, but we will see one from Israel

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Why is it that we won’t see a Russian team at this summer’s Olympic games, but we will see one from Israel? We discuss with  Professor Mike C...

Why it is so important to end the stigma around periods

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Minister Hildegarde Naughton will launch the transformative "Buttoned Up" initiative at Gaelscoil Mhic Amhlaigh, Galway today. We discuss why it is so...

Tensions between the UK and Ireland over the movement of migrants

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A meeting between Minister for Justice Helen McEntee and UK Home Secretary James Cleverly has been postponed. It comes amid tensions between the ...

The storied history of gold in Ireland

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gold prices have hit an all-time nominal high above $2,400 per troy ounce in recent days. Who are Ireland's Gold 4 Money kings? Newstalk Reporter...

 Incidents of mobile phone use while driving is on the rise

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The number of people being caught for speeding and driving while intoxicated is down but the incidents of mobile phone use while driving is on th...

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

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We take a look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this morning was Regina Doherty Fine Gael Senator for Dublin, Harry Mc...

A family's quest for answers on their father’s murder

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This morning on the show Pat speaks to the family of GAA Chairman Sean Brown on their quest for answers on their father’s murder. Sean Brown was mur...

A digital doorbell is helping migrating fish

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's Green Scene with Dr Ruth Freeman, we hear about a digital doorbell in the Netherlands, connected to an underwater livestream is helping...

Friday Food with Gareth Mullins

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the lovely weather we’ve been having, a spring green crunch salad is on the cards from Gareth Mullins Executive Chef of The Anantara Marker Hot...

"The day just lit him up and that was all thanks to Make A Wish”

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"The day just lit him up, it was really the last thing he was able for and that was all thanks to Make A Wish” Conor and Anne tell us about the inva...

The impact of Nelson Mandela been on South African politics?

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this day 30 years ago, South Africans went to the polls and voted for Nelson Mandela as President in a democratic South Africa. But what has the im...

Audit raised issues about scheme for millionaire immigrants

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An internal report raised concern about weak controls in relation to the “golden visa” scheme almost four years before the scheme was discontinued...

Some fun suggestions for what to get up to this weekend 

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Whether flying solo, going on a date or heading out with the kids, we hear some fun suggestions for what to get up to this weekend with Eadoin Fitzmau...

Do sporting events sometimes cause a 'baby boom' nine months later?

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do sporting events sometimes cause a 'baby boom' nine months later? Shane Hannon from Off The Ball has been investigating the apparent phenomenon.

German staffer in EU parliament arrested on China spying charges

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

German staffer in EU parliament arrested on China spying charges. An Employee of far-right AfD’s lead candidate is latest figure to be accused of pa...

25 years on from Columbine massacre

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

25 years ago, two High School students murdered 12 students and one teacher at Columbine High School in Colorado. One of the officers who was part of ...

A quarter of Irish adults flush incorrect items

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A survey has showed that a quarter of Irish adults flush incorrect items such as wipes, sanitary products and dental floss. Jo Linehan Editor of Clima...

Boxed With John Fardy features 'Ripley'

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week on 'Boxed' John Fardy featured Ripley starring Andrew Scott.

Trump will today face the Supreme Court

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

No one is above the law, not even the president. Or is he? Larry Donnelly Law Lecturer from University of Galway and columnist for thejournal.ie will...

Tanaiste Michael Martin visited a Palestinian refugee camp in Jordan

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Tanaiste Michael Martin visited a Palestinian refugee camp in Jordan yesterday as he concluded his visit to the Middle East. The Talbieh Camp, whi...

Do drivers fear penalty points?

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do drivers fear penalty points? And if not, how can we make our roads safer. Shane O’Donoghue Editor of completecar.ie joined Pat to discuss.

Why have teachers career breaks come under so much scrutiny?

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Controversial career breaks? We discuss teacher’s career breaks and why they have come under so much scrutiny with Ian O'Doherty Journalist with the...

Gardening with Paraic

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paraic Horkan, Horticulturist & Keen Gardener, Graduate of the National Botanic Gardens  joined Pat with advice on what jobs to do in the gar...

Inside Hollywood: Best Mockumentaries

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On Inside Hollywood, from This is Spinal Tap to What we Do in the Shadows, we take a look at the best Mockumentaries  with Dee Reddy Podcast...

My grandad’s war: Henry McKean retraces his grandfather's footsteps on D Day

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

My grandad’s war: It’s the 80th anniversary of D Day. The largest land, air and naval operation in history. We retrace Henry McKean's grandfather’...

Is the deposit return scheme impacting consumer choice?

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Despite being declared a success, there are still Issues with the deposit/return scheme for some of the smaller industries. We speak to someone affect...

Update on Trump’s hush money trial

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We get the latest from the former President’s hush money trial with Professor David Dunn  Professor of International Politics, at the Universi...

The Tanaiste Michael Martin and a small group of Irish journalists visited the Rafah border crossing yesterday

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Tanaiste Michael Martin and a small group of Irish journalists visited the Rafah border crossing yesterday.Our Chief Reporter Barry Whyte was one ...

Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Public Expenditure

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cabinet ministers were yesterday given a stark warning to rein in their spending or face a difficult budget in October. Paschal Donohoe, minister for ...

The Pat Kenny song designed by AI

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Lochlainn Harte joins us with his newest music release the AI Pat Kenny song! Lochlainn Harte designed this song via AI about the sho...

Energy price cuts are on the way but is all as it seems?

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Energy price cuts are on the way – but what is the current state of the industry? Pat is joined by Professor in Energy Systems Engineering Aoife Fol...

Author and Journalist Nathan Thrall live from Israel

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ads pulled, events cancelled and a growing divide: Author and Journalist Nathan Thrall joins us live from Israel to discuss his experience of wri...

Does it cost too much to divorce?

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With a call for more divorce cases in the District Court, we ask why are members of the legal profession opposing it? To discuss further Pat was join...

What are the signs and symptoms of sepsis?

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

39% of adults say they’re not very aware or not aware at all of the signs and symptoms of sepsis, a further 24% are unsure. But sepsis requires urge...

Opening statements in Trump’s hush trial

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Has Donald Trump already violated his gag order in his hush money trial? Larry Donnelly Law Lecturer at the University of Galway and Columnist with th...

Sunbeds can drastically increase the risk of skin cancer

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Experts at Rose Clinic are warning that the use of sunbeds can drastically increase the risk of skin cancer, even after one use. Pat was joined on the...

Taoiseach will issue an official State apology to the families of the Stardust tragedy

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, the Taoiseach will issue an official state apology to the families of the Stardust victims. What would the families like to see and will there ...

Ask The Expert: On mortgages

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our expert today was Margaret Barrett Managing Director, Mortgage Navigators who advised our listeners on mortgages and all you need to know about gre...

How tech has changed romance

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is it actually harder to find long lasting love these days, Stephanie Regan tells us how tech has changed romance.

Concerns about the spread of bird flu to humans

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The World Health Organisation have raised concerns about the spread of bird flu to  humans. How serious a threat does it pose?  We spoke to ...

The fab 50 best places to stay in Ireland

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The fab 50 best places to stay in Ireland. Pol O’ Conghaile Travel Editor, Irish Independent talks us through his list.All with thanks to Ryanair.

Henry reports live from the IFTA's

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cillian Murphy has won another award. This time on home turf. Over the weekend the IFTAS took place in the Royal Convention Centre in Dublin and will ...

A look back on the weekend of sport

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It certainly wasn’t a quiet weekend in sport – Coventry and Manchester United entertained at Wembley yesterday while the GAA football and hurling ...

Might demographics solve the problem of pupil teacher ratios for us?

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Smaller class sizes primary pupils are projected to drop over the next 10 years. But what impact will that have on class sizes? To discuss Anton...

Make A Wish Ireland making one 9 year old girl wish come true at Dublin Zoo

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Newstalk is partnering with Make-A-Wish Ireland to celebrate Wish Week. Join us all week as we talk to some incredible children and their c...

The Garda Representative Conference begins this evening

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Garda Representative Conference begins this evening. President Brendan O’Connor joined Anton to discuss what’s expected to be discussed, what ...

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

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We take a look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Pat in the studio today was Mary Seery Kearney Fine Gael Senator for Dubli...

Israel has conducted air strikes on Iran overnight

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Israel has conducted air strikes on Iran overnight but is their room for cautious optimism about a de-escalation in hostilities? We discuss with Fawaz...

What is a Global Citizen?

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Henderson Global citizen, CEO and Founder of Nomad Capitalist explains global citizenship and how to acquire it.

The impact of school stress on young people

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Dolan , Chairperson of Roscommon Comhairle na Noig, talks about the impact of school stress on young people.

The latest on Dublin City Council’s commitment for Dublin 8 playing pitch forlocalkids

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We get the latest on Dublin City Council’s commitment to ensuring there is to be a full-size playing pitch at Marrowbone Lane in Dublin 8 with JJ O'...

Petrol and diesel back to nearly €2 a litre

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Fears have been raised that petrol and diesel prices could be heading for 2 euro a litre. We hear why with Charlie Weston Personal Finance Editor Iris...

43 years on from the stardust tragedy, finally justice for the families

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

43 years on from the stardust tragedy, finally justice for the families but what next for them? And we speak to one man who was there and survived tha...

A preview of the weekend of sport

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kerry v Cork in the football, Clare v Limerick in the hurling, World Championship in Snooker, the Chinese Grand Prix, the FA cup – just some of the ...

Another Dublin laneway to close due to anti-social behaviour

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

More trouble on the streets of Dublin as the council look at closing off another laneway on Ormond Quay due to anti-social behaviour. We speak to Kier...

The spring Covid-19 booster jab is on offer shortly

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The spring Covid-19 booster jab on offer to at-risk groups from next week. We get more details Dr Lucy Jessop  Director of the HSE National Immun...

Fun suggestions to take part in this weekend

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We hear some fun suggestions for what to get up to this weekend with Eadoin Fitzmaurice, Food and Travel Content Creator