The Pat Kenny Show

What are the risks of buy now pay later apps?

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With the cost of living rising more and more people are turning to buy now, pay later options. Shoppers can purchase anything from a takeaway to a new...

Hate speech is “fuelling hatred and escalating tensions” in Ireland report finds

28 Oct 2025

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Hate speech is “fuelling hatred and escalating tensions” in Ireland and some politician's reactions to events are partly to blame as well. Th...

‘The Race’ is David Gillick’s account of his rise in athletics

28 Oct 2025

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In Madrid in March 2005, the career of David Gillick was put under a new spotlight – he had just become the European 400m Indoor Champion. A feet he...

What are ultra long-haul flights?

28 Oct 2025

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The first recorded powered flight lasted for 12 seconds and covered a distance of 120 feet. ICAO and IATA define ultra long-haul flights as routes las...

What is the fallout of the presidential election?

28 Oct 2025

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Though the presidential election is over, government parties are still feeling the fallout of their loss. With Fianna Fáil attempting to quell a con...

The Rewind with Henry McKean - 1997

27 Oct 2025

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Henry McKean looks back at the biggest events and meet the people who made a huge impact in the year 1997!From the death of Princess Diana to Michael ...

USA news updates with Terry Sheridan

24 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

An NBA head coach and player are among 31 people who were arrested yesterday in the US in connection with two major federal gambling investigations wh...

The Friday Forum look back on the stories of the week

24 Oct 2025

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Four our Friday Forum Pat was joined by Larry Donnelly, law lecturer at the University of Galway, Christina Finn, political editor with The Journal, a...

Learning Irish in a way that is fun with Mollie Guidera

24 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From over 200,000 Instagram followers and now to an An Post Irish Book Awards-nominated book, Mollie Guidera is on a mission to make our native langua...

Halloween sweet treats with Gareth Mullins

24 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gareth Mullins talks us through Halloween sweet treats to barmbrack cake, spooky ghost cookies and witchy cupcakes.

It's polling day, but are voters coming out?

24 Oct 2025

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Sean Defoe, Newstalk’s Political Correspondent joined Pat to bring us the latest on voter turnout for the Presidential election.

Josh Crosbie looks at how to reduce your surplus food

24 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's estimated that Ireland generated 835,000 tonnes of food waste in 2023. But with so many people in need of food, what can be done to reduce surplu...

Peaceful protests take place in Citywest as Gardaí fear for more disorder

24 Oct 2025

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Last night protestors returned to CityWest after two nights of rioting.  A smaller crowd attended as Gardaí maintained a significant presence. H...

Colm Boohig from Off the Ball previews the weekend in sport

24 Oct 2025

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Munster face off with Connaught, Shamrock Rovers hopeful they will finally secure the league title, and the Premier League back again this weekend.&nb...

US Secretary of State meets Benjamin Netanyahu

24 Oct 2025

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Benjamin Netanyahu just almost two weeks since the ceasefire in Gaza began. The meeting comes as Trump warn...

Doctors call for prioritisation of e-scooter regulation

24 Oct 2025

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Irish doctors have called for regulations for e-scooters to be prioritized, saying they are causing a growing burden on our emergency care system. Ana...

Boxed With John Fardy featured 'The Perfect Neighbour'

23 Oct 2025

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Boxed With John Fardy featured 'The Perfect Neighbour'. The new Netflix documentary tells the shocking and tragic death of Ajike “AJ” Owens.

Is the end nigh for independent Irish enterprises?

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Running a small business has never been easy. But with competition from big business online and on the ground, survival seems to have never been so h...

The pioneering cancer specialist Professor Gordon Hamilton Fairley

23 Oct 2025

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Professor Gordon Hamilton Fairley was the UK’s first professor of medical oncology but that career, and life, was cut short on the 23rd October 1975...

President Trump announces new sanctions on Russia

23 Oct 2025

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President Donald Trump has announced new sanctions on Russia in an attempt to force Putin into peace, however he has refused to send tomahawk missiles...

Urban crawl as Dart and BusConnects are painfully slow

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dublin has recently spent €600 million on its bus service and is planning on spending €3 billion more. Buses and the service they provide have imp...

We hear about sustainable Irish jewellery makers

23 Oct 2025

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Since jewels are on everyone's minds this week, after the Louvre Heist. It a good time to talk about sustainable jewellery, Jo Linehan looks at lab g...

An Tánaiste on another night of unrest in Citywest

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We get the latest and reaction after another night of unrest in Citywest. Speaking to Pat this morning was our Chief Reporter Barry Whyte, Dr Umar Al...

All your skin related questions answered  

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Professor Caitriona Ryan, Consultant Dermatologist with the Institute of Dermatologists joined Pat in studio to answer listeners skill relating q...

How will a low turnout affect the results of the election? 

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With just two days until voters head to the polling station, Catherine Connolly continues to lead in the latest business post poll on 44 percent. The ...

‘Healthy Fakeaways’ Nathan Anthony’s latest cookbook

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wanted to just enjoy a takeaway without worrying about the cost, the calories or how you'll feel after eating it?   Well, ‘H...

Family member of a now released Israeli hostage taken by Hamas

22 Oct 2025

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On October 7th 2023, some 251 Israelis were taken hostage by Hamas led militants. Now, just over two years later, all living hostages have been releas...

Gardening Stories: Japanese American internment gardens

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For Japanese Americans, gardening had long been part of daily life and cultural identity. Traditional Japanese gardens are rooted in ideas of harmony...

Inside Hollywood: The movie that changed horror forever

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s that time of year again pumpkins glowing, costumes ready, and just the faintest chill running down your spine. On this week's 'Inside Hollywood...

What is it like to live with a stammer?

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today marks world stammer day. Here to tell us what it’s like to live with a stammer, the importance of awareness and what we can do for people who ...

‘Sustained violence and thuggery’ at Citywest last night 

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Six people have been arrested after Gardaí were attacked with fireworks and a van was set on fire during scenes of ‘sustained violence and thuggery...

Green Scene: The amazing microbial world inside trees

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Green Scene the amazing microbial world inside trees and how ants shape their colonies to prevent the spread of disease. All to discu...

Post presidential debate analysis

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Last night the was the final presidential debate on RTE's Prime Times. This gave candidates a last chance to make their pitch for the presidency. Pos...

A night of violence at Citywest Hotel

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Six people are arrested as Garda van is burned at Citywest Hotel. Up to 1,000 people gather near the driveway of premises in Saggart, Co Dublin. ...

What happened with the Amazon global outage?

21 Oct 2025

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Amazon says AWS cloud service is back to normal after outage disrupts businesses worldwide Amazon.com cloud service returned to normal operations on M...

How authoritarianism has risen across the world

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How have authoritarian regimes risen around the world? Alexander Dukalskis from UCD looks at the rise of authoritarianism and how countries have put t...

Terry Prone on her memoir 'I'm Glad You Asked Me That'

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Terry Prone is no stranger to the world of politics and media, in fact her first tv debut was just at the age of 13 years old. She has become a househ...

Should multibuy promotions for junk food be banned?

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

At the start of this month, ‘buy one get one free’ and other mulitbuy promotions for unhealthy food and drink have been banned in England to tackl...

Is hydrogen power the future of energy?

21 Oct 2025

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Is hydrogen power the future of energy? If so, will Ireland benefit from increased hydrogen investment? Top international hydrogen investor Alicia Eas...

What now for the fragile peace in Gaza? 

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

President Donald Trump has threatened Hamas with ‘eradication’ should his ceasefire deal collapse. Vice President JD Vance is also getting involve...

The Children's Health Foundation 25th Trick or Treat campaign

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Children's Health Foundation works to provide world-class facilities, research and compassionate care for every sick child in Ireland. This Hallow...

The closing days of the presidential campaign!

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s only a matter of days now until people head to the polling stations for the Presidential Election and tonight will see the final debate of the ...

Getting a good night sleep when clocks go back

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The clocks go back this Sunday morning so what can you do help make the change for you and your kids easier? Here to help was our expert today Lucy Wo...

Motoring news with Geraldine Herbert

20 Oct 2025

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Mercedes targets a 5-minute EV charge and repair costs are driving up insurance. All to discuss and more with Geraldine Herbert Motoring Editor at the...

Prince Andrew forced into giving up his all of his royal titles

20 Oct 2025

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Prince Andrew has been forced into giving up his all of his royal titles as it has been revealed that he was allegedly set up with a second victim by ...

Search for 'priceless' jewels stolen from the Louvre museum

20 Oct 2025

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Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy is set to enter prison for criminal conspiracy over Libyan funding. Sarkozy was convicted in September of cri...

'Ring of Salt, A Memoir of Finding Home and Hope on the Wild Coast of Ireland’

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ring of Salt, A Memoir of Finding Home and Hope on the Wild Coast of Ireland’ is the powerful new memoir from author Betsy Cornwell. Betsy joined Pa...

The new EU entry-exit scheme

20 Oct 2025

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UK visitors arriving in any of the Schengen area’s 29 countries will now have their faces and fingerprints scanned under a new entry/exit system one...

Israel says it will return to ceasefire after striking Gaza

20 Oct 2025

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Israel says it will return to ceasefire after striking Gaza. We get analysis on the situation with Alastair Campbell, Host of The Rest Is Politics and...

A look back on a busy weekend of sport

20 Oct 2025

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Looking back over a busy weekend of sport. Harry Maguire scored the winning goal as Manchester United defeated Liverpool on Sunday, Leinster continue ...

The Presidential campaign enters its final days!

20 Oct 2025

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The Presidential campaign enters its final days. We get the latest on the presential race with Sean Defoe Newstalk Political Correspondent and Host of...

Ireland’s first Psychosis Research Centre is set to open

20 Oct 2025

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St John of God Research Foundation is launching a dedicated Psychosis Research Centre and the person who will co-ordinate it. It will a core aspect of...

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

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Maeve O’Connell Fine Gael TD for Dublin Rathdown, Louise O’Reilly TD for Dublin Fingal West and Sinn Fein Spokesperson on Social Protection, Rural...

President Zelensky heads to the White House today

17 Oct 2025

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Today trump will meet with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the white house as Zelensky hopes to secure more American military assistance to...

Friday Food: Irish Apple, brown butter and cardamom cake

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

TV chef Erica Drumm talks through Irish Apple, brown butter and cardamom cake as apples are in season. We also here what veg are in season such as aub...

Imelda May singing through as Gaeilge

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Imelda May may be known worldwide as an Irish singer, but that is likely a language you have never heard her sing in, because, up until recently, you ...

Majority of children aged 8 to 12 have access to mobile devices overnight

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The writing has been on the wall for some time with experts globally warning about a child’s unfettered access to a smartphone yet it doesn’t seem...

Liverpool v Manchester United: All eyes will on Anfield

17 Oct 2025

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The United Rugby Championship starts up again this weekend and Leinster will once again host Munster in a derby match at Croke Park.  Elsewhere i...

Ben Schott discusses his new book Schott's Significa

17 Oct 2025

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Secret languages surround us from graffiti writers, gondoliers, and gym rats to spies, sneakerheads, and Swifties. Every group creates a private lingo...

Photos emerge of Catherine Connolly with militia leader

17 Oct 2025

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Photos have emerged of independent presidential candidate Catherine Connolly meeting militia leader behind war crimes against Palestinians in Syria Ca...

Ireland has a proud tradition in the hammer throw

16 Oct 2025

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Ireland has a proud tradition in the hammer throw dating back to ancient times. Cú Chulainn supposedly invented the sport long before Games took pla...

Are young people less resilient these days than past generations?

16 Oct 2025

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Are young people less resilient these days than past generations? Does the increased availability and awareness of mental health support help young pe...

The fragile peace in the Middle East

16 Oct 2025

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The fragile peace in the Middle East could already be in jeopardy. President Donald Trump has warned Israel could resume fighting if Hamas breaches th...

Science with Luke: Making a star in a bottle

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nuclear fusion is the process by which two or more light atomic nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus, releasing a huge amount of energy in the pro...

The complicated history of one of Irelands Dunnes Stores

16 Oct 2025

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Dunnes Stores is up there with Ryanair and Guinness as one of the most successful Irish enterprises created. Opening its first store in 1944 on Cork’...

Children’s Rights Alliance rection to death of teen in emergency care facility

16 Oct 2025

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Gardaí are investigating the death of a seventeen-year-old at an emergency care facility in Dublin yesterday. In a statement, Tusla confirmed this fa...

Have we dumbed down our maths curriculum too much?

16 Oct 2025

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Have we dumbed down our maths curriculum for students too much? And have students lost the ability to do all mental maths as a result of calculators? ...

Henry McKean tried some tweakments!

16 Oct 2025

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Ireland has seen a 10% boom in men's grooming in 2025. With waxing, laser treatments and anti ageing tweakments (non-surgical cosmetic procedures) tak...

Poll shows a commanding lead for Catherine Connolly

16 Oct 2025

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The latest Irish Times Ipsos/B&A poll shows a commanding lead for Catherine Connolly in the Presidential Election, but shows a significant number ...

Autumn and winter gardening tips and advice

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As winter is just around the corner, what does that mean for all your plants from the summer? And when is the last time you should cut the grass befor...

TD Barry Heneghan on been detained aboard the Thousand Madleens Flotilla

15 Oct 2025

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The Thousand Madleens Flotilla was intercepted by Israeli forces last week while attempting to break the blockade and deliver humanitarian aid to the ...

Michael Harding new book ‘Midwinter, A Journey Through A Season’

15 Oct 2025

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Number one bestselling author and award-winning playwright Michael Harding has a brand-new book out entitled ‘Midwinter, A Journey Through A Season’...

Inside Hollywood: A Halloween favourite 'Ghostbusters'

15 Oct 2025

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Continuing our Halloween build up on Inside Hollywood we take a look at a Halloween favourite Ghostbusters. All to chat about with Lisa Cannon Head o...

Green Scene: How Wildfires are changing the taste of wine

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wind Energy & Storms Scientists in China have been working to develop turbines that are “typhoon-proof”, spawning a new generation of wind far...

Anthony Scaramucci on Trump's plan for peace abroad

15 Oct 2025

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Lawyer, financier, and broadcaster, best known as co-host of ‘The Rest is Politics US’. Anthony Scaramucci joins us to take a look at Trump’s pl...

International rugby player Andrew Porter on new autobiography

15 Oct 2025

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Andrew Porter has a new autobiography, ‘Heart On My Sleeve, My Story Of Struggle And Strength’. It is the inspirational story of Andrew’s life, ...

What its like to take a driverless taxi!

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This morning we discussed driverless cars on the road safety features and experiences. Joining Pat was Conor Faughnan, Transport Commentator and ...

Government has tabled a confidence motion in An Tánaiste Simon Harris

15 Oct 2025

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The Government has tabled a confidence motion in An Tánaiste Simon Harris following the announcement of Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín that they would...

Donal's 'Real Time Recipes'

14 Oct 2025

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No marinading or time consuming-techniques, Donal Skehan joins to discuss straight through cooking. All advice and recipes are featured in his new coo...

A review of the Google Pixel 10 Fold

14 Oct 2025

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Newstalk's Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly reviews the Google Pixel 10 Fold. Google’s new folding phone is the third version of the Fold.

The people of Kosova went to the polls on Sunday

14 Oct 2025

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The people of Kosova went to the polls on Sunday as the country held municipal elections. Though the war Serbia waged on Kosova was ended over 25 year...

Who won today’s presidential debate?

14 Oct 2025

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Who won today’s presidential debate? We dive into the highs and lows of the last hour.  All to discuss with Sean Defoe, Newstalk Political Corr...

How delicate is the peace deal agreed?

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday in the Egyptian resort of Sharm El sheikh, the United States, Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey signed the declaration of the Gaza peace deal, making...

The Pat Kenny Presidential Debate

14 Oct 2025

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Independent candidate Catherine Connolly and Fine Gael Candidate Heather Humphreys partake in the first standup debate of the campaign. Moderated by P...

How can you keep prices under control with your hard earned holiday?

13 Oct 2025

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The cost of living is in focus as winter draws closer, and travel is no exception. So how can you keep prices under control with your hard earned holi...

The importance of cancer research trials

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Anne Bodley is a breast cancer survivor who has benefited from a cancer research trial and is here to tell us her story. Also joining Pat along with ...

AI takes the emotion out of messaging

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

AI is being used to take the emotion out of messaging, is this useful and is it good? All to discuss with Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist.

Who are the Irish people made redundant by Trumps war on DEI? 

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's no secret that Donald Trump had DEI in his sights when he took on the US Presidency for the second time.  But what impact has the death of d...

Is this a new era of peace for the Middle East?

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As all living Israeli hostages are returned home, is this a new era of peace for the Middle East? All to discuss with Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor ...

Looking back over a busy weekend of sport

13 Oct 2025

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Looking back over a busy weekend of sport. With an incredible Irish effort against Portugal that was unfortunately in vain, is it still possible for I...

Bafta award winning actress Miriam Margolyes

13 Oct 2025

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Bafta award winning actress Miriam Margolyes has lived quite an extraordinary life from Black Adder to Harry Potter to the cover of Vogue at the age o...

Hostage release will happen 'early on Monday morning', says Israel

13 Oct 2025

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Israeli hostages are returning home after two years in captivity. All living Israeli hostages have now been handed over with the remains of last hosta...

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

10 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sinéad Gibney Dublin Rathdown TD, Social Democrats Spokesperson for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment; Arts, Media, Communications, Culture and Spor...

Friday Food with Gareth Mullins

10 Oct 2025

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Gareth Mullins talks us through some delicious baked goods with cinnamon buns and rum spiced fruit buns. 

Some of the myths around injuries and running

10 Oct 2025

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Jenny Branigan chartered physiotherapist joined Pat this morning on the show to discuss some of the myths around injuries and running.

A look ahead to the weekend of sport

10 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A big weekend ahead for Irish soccer as we gear up for a World Cup qualifier against Portugal, and Shamrock Rovers set to take on Shelbourne FC – w...

John Simpson on the Trump peace deal for Gaza

10 Oct 2025

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Broadcaster, Author and Presenter of ‘Unspun World’ on BBC World John Simpson gives his take on the Trump peace deal for Gaza.

Are family influencers business savvy or exploiting their kids?

10 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Family influencers are almost exclusively female and aged between 25-35. We ask the question is posting your children, family fun and happy memories a...

Israel’s government ratify peace deal with Hamas

10 Oct 2025

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Israel’s government have ratified a ceasefire with the Palestinian militant group Hamas, clearing the way to suspend hostilities in Gaza within 24 h...

Disinformation slot with David Robert Grimes

09 Oct 2025

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Has Joe Wicks bitten off more that he can chew, as he targets protein bars in his latest documentary. We discuss this and more with David Robert Grime...