The Pat Kenny Show

Fugitive: The Michael Lynn Story

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Michael O’Farrell, Journalist and Author joins Pat to discuss his new book, 'Fugitive: The Michael Lynn Story - The True Story of the Epic Hunt to B...

Most fascinating sporting animals

11 Apr 2024

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Shane Hannon, OTB Producer joins Pat to discuss stories of the most fascinating sporting animals.

Science: Driverless cars with Luke O'Neill

11 Apr 2024

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Professor Luke O’Neill talks to Pat about the latest on driverless cars.

Gifts in the Green Room: RTÉ's €100 Rule

11 Apr 2024

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RTÉ is cracking down on staff and presenters receiving gifts – anything worth over €100 should be refused. Ellen Coyne, Irish Independent Journal...

Do we have enough gardaí on our roads?

11 Apr 2024

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There are more cars on the roads yet fewer Gardai policing them – is this the cause behind our increased fatalities? Joining Pat to discuss is Brend...

"I can't believe it's not Ireland" with Paddy Cullivan

11 Apr 2024

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Paddy Cullivan joins Pat to talk about his shows including "I can't believe it's not Ireland" which imagines what a United Ireland might look like –...

Skin Deep Series: TikTok skincare trends

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There are growing numbers of people getting their skincare education from social media. In particular, TikTok trends are growing but is the informatio...

MEPs vote to overhaul EU's asylum and migration laws

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Members of the European Parliament have given their approval to an overhauled migration system, which has been advocated by the pro-European political...

Gardening: It’s rose time in the garden

10 Apr 2024

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It’s rose time in the garden and Paraic Horkan has loads of advice for planting some lovely roses in your garden.

How to achieve an amicable divorce

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

All's fair in love & war – or is it? We’ll talk to Senior Family Mediator Michelle Browne and author about modern day divorces.

Latest from the Panama Papers money laundering trial

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Trial of 27 people charge in connection with the worldwide Panama Papers money laundering commenced on Monday. We get the latest from Scott Lucas ...

Cystic Fibrosis Ireland’s annual fundraising day, 65 Roses Day on 12th April

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cystic Fibrosis Ireland’s annual fundraising day, 65 Roses Day, which is taking place on Friday, April 12th. We speak to a mother who is advocating ...

No medical aid, no food, no hope in Gaza

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

No medical aid, no food, no hope. To hear about the conditions on the Gaza Strip Pat spoke to Tess Ingram, UNICEF spokesperson who is currently i...

Inside Hollywood: Best small town America movies

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Beyonce is inspiring everyone to keep it country. We look at the best small town America films in this week's 'Inside Hollywood' with Dee Reddy Podcas...

Sam McAlister, the producer who organised the interview with Prince Andrew for Newsnight 

10 Apr 2024

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The woman who made it happen. Pat was joined on the show by Sam McAlister, the producer who organised the interview with Prince Andrew for Newsnight.

Green Scene: How trees might be responsible for a local US cooling trend

10 Apr 2024

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In this week's Green Scene. Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland will look at how trees might be responsible ...

Criminals using deed poll to ‘hide their identities and past

10 Apr 2024

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A number of criminals and sex offenders have changed their names to hide their identities and past. We discuss with Peadar Toibin, Meath West TD ...

Irish actress has said she had to flee the United States after being targeted by a stalker

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An Irish actress has said she had to flee the United States after being targeted by a stalker in Hollywood who planted a tracking device on her car. A...

Tech with Jess: The autopilot lawsuit involving Tesla.

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the show Jess Kelly takes a look at the autopilot lawsuit involving Tesla. Also Jess answers listeners tech queries.

Add diversity to your diet to improve gut health

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Catherine Rabess Author of the 30 plan, Specialist Dietician and NHS clinical lead is encouraging people to add diversity to their diet to improve gu...

What will your holiday look like in the future?

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Many families are back from their Easter holidays but have you ever considered what our getaways might look like in the future? Well with some pe...

The implications of the new Legacy Bill

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The family of a soldier killed in the 1974 Guildford pub bombing have been told by UK police that they have a new "viable line of inquiry" but will no...

The huge anxiety triggers for kids today

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Smartphones, social media and school are huge anxiety triggers for kids today. We discuss with Mary O'Kane Author of 'Anxious Children In An Anxious W...

Bus gates in cars out in Dublin city centre

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The first measures of Dublin City’s new transport plan has been announced and it’s to the dismay of many. We discuss the introduction of bus gates...

Ask The Expert: Health Insurance

08 Apr 2024

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Our expert today was Dermot Goode from Total Health Cover.ie brings us tips and advice on getting the best health cover for you and your family member...

A series about the women’s football Premier Division in Ireland

08 Apr 2024

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A new RTE Series about the women’s football Premier Division in Ireland airs tonight, Pat was joined on the show by producer of the documentary Jen...

Paul McGinley previews the Masters

08 Apr 2024

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Paul McGinley, professional golfer and Sky Sports commentator will preview the Masters.

Travel: 10 years of the Wild Atlantic Way

08 Apr 2024

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This week marks 10 years of the Wild Atlantic Way. Pol O’Conghaile tells us how it was dreamt up, and what’s changed.Travel with Pol is with thank...

Review of the political weekend

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Vague commitments, balancing acts and little mention of the coalition: We take a look at at the rapid rise of incoming Taoiseach Simon Harris with Pat...

A look back on the weekend of sport

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Man U and Liverpool drew in Old Trafford and Ireland Women’s Football confirmed to play two EURO 2025 qualifiers in the Aviva Stadium. Phil Egan fro...

"Absolute disgrace” Dereliction in Drogheda

08 Apr 2024

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"Absolute disgrace” Dereliction in Drogheda. Campaigners say more than 100 vacant buildings in Drogheda. Our reporter Josh Crosbie took a visit Dro...

Israel have pulled out all troops from Southern Gaza

08 Apr 2024

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Israel have pulled out all troops from Southern Gaza. With Sunday marking 6 months at war, is it a sign of an ease in conflict, or a strategic rest&nb...

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

05 Apr 2024

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A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. This week joining Pat was Pippa Hackett  Minister of State for Land Use & Bi...

A fascinating opera which explores the events of the Monaghan Asylum Soviet in 1919

05 Apr 2024

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We hear about a fascinating opera which explores the events of the Monaghan Asylum Soviet in 1919. Joining Pat on the show was Michael Gallen Wri...

Rising tensions between Joe Biden and Bejamin Netanyahu

05 Apr 2024

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We discuss the rising tensions between Joe Biden and Benjamin Netanyahu with Terry Sheridan Managing Editor at WSHU in New York.

Friday Food with Gary O'Hanlon

05 Apr 2024

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Gary O’Hanlon will be talking us through Braised Shank of Achill Mountain Lamb with Root Vegetable Espagnole.

Ireland will face France tonight

05 Apr 2024

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Ireland will face France tonight as they kick off their qualifying campaign for the 2025 World Cup. Cameron Hill Digital Producer with Off the Ball lo...

Why aren’t consultants taking up the public only consultant contract? 

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As the trolley crisis continues in University Hospital Limerick the Minister for Health has called on consultants to step up and do their part to fix ...

WhatsApp "honey trap" scandal engulfing Westminster

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

British police have launched an investigation into the WhatsApp "honey trap" scandal engulfing Westminster after a formal complaint from a serving MP....

All about the Dublin Burlesque Festival

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you at a loss for plans this weekend? Well, if you’re looking for comedy, dancing and some 18+ performances, then the Dublin Burlesque Fest...

A look ahead to the Fine Gael Ard Fheis

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As the Ard Fheis takes place this weekend, join us as we discuss the upcoming cabinet reshuffle and what’s in store for Fine Gael ?Speaking to ...

Tips on reducing our household food waste

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chef, Conor Spacey gives us tips for all the ways in which we can reduce our household food waste. 

Emily Duffy writer of the blog 'Not Another Miscarriage'

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to a woman who has suffered 3 miscarriages and is asking for more research into the area. Emily Duffy joins us to tell us her story. 

Forensic Science Ireland opens a new 100-million-euro lab

04 Apr 2024

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Forensic Science Ireland has recently opened a brand new 100-million-euro lab, the most advanced in Europe yet.  Pat was joined on the show ...

Would you let your kids head a football?

04 Apr 2024

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Comments from Man United & France defender Raphael Varane this week: Varane believes heading the ball has 'damaged' his body would you let your ki...

Disinformation Slot: Doctors spreading medical misinformation

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Doctors spreading medical misinformation and Havana syndrome back in the news. All to discuss in our weekly disinformation slot with  David Rober...

United Ireland could cost €20bn a year for 20 years

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A study shows that the cost of having a United Ireland could amount to at least 20 billion euro a year. To discuss further Pat was joined on the ...

A beautiful but long-disused public toilet in Rathmines to be repurposed

04 Apr 2024

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An old set of Victorian toilets hidden under a waterfall in a Dublin park could be getting a new lease of life. The public bathrooms in Palmerston Par...

How to conquer that fear of flying

04 Apr 2024

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1 in 10 people are thought to have a morbid fear of flying, in some cases keeping them off planes altogether, we get advice on how to conquer that fea...

The appalling hospital conditions in Gaza

04 Apr 2024

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No running water, no pain killers, bodies left on the ground. We speak to Consultant Surgeon Nick Maynard about the appalling hospital conditions in G...

Prime site in Dublin city centre still derelict after 20 years?

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We have discussed before about the number of derelict buildings around Dublin, they are many but one of those buildings in particular is the site acro...

Gardening: April jobs in the garden

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paraic Horkan joined Pat with tips and advice on what to plant in your garden this April.

Spring cleaning you home for summer

03 Apr 2024

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Anne Marie Kingston Professional Declutterer and Owner of White Sage Decluttering gives spring cleaning tips to get your house summer ready.

Inside Hollywood: Best movie remakes

03 Apr 2024

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In honour of Easter Sunday, we look at the films that experienced a rebirth. Inside Hollywood with Dee Reddy Podcaster and Cultural commentator

It is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today marks the start of 'Bowel Cancer Awareness month'. Joining Pat to discuss the signs and symptoms of bowel cancer was Dr Grainne O’Kane, Consul...

Green Scene: A look into microplastics

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's ''Green Scene' Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland discusses two recent studies. One ab...

Nearing six months on from the riots, has there been any improvement?

03 Apr 2024

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Nearing six months on from the riots, has there been any improvement? Pat speaks to Green Party Councillor Janet Horner and Editor of the Business Pos...

The latest from the world of Trump

03 Apr 2024

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Attacks on judges, a pool of potential Vice-Presidents and a $175 million dollar bond We get the latest from the world of Trump after the break with ...

Electric car sales drop 41%

03 Apr 2024

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Electric car sales drop 41% as the industry seeks new measures to make them more affordable. We get reaction in our commuter slot with Conor Fau...

No green space in Dublin 8 for 8,500 children

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Over 8,500 children living in the Liberties are without a green area to play sports in and despite constant local campaigning, there has been little o...

Former Irish soldiers trained a rogue generals army in Libya

03 Apr 2024

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Departing and former members of the Defence Forces provided services to strongman Khalifa Haftar in an apparent breach of a UN arms embargo. We g...

Three year waiting lists for creche places

02 Apr 2024

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Parents may be waiting as long three years on creche waiting lists. To discuss this further Pat was joined on the show by Elaine Dunne  Chai...

Google has agreed to delete billions of records

02 Apr 2024

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Google has agreed to delete billions of records and place some restrictions on how they track users. We get the latest on this with Newstalk Technolog...

What does Simon Harris need to achieve before the next election?

02 Apr 2024

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Simon Harris has a short amount of time to make a lot of impact, Philp Ryan Political Editor for the Irish Independent joined Pat to discuss wha...

Dogs can grasp more than simple commands study finds

02 Apr 2024

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Dogs can grasp more than simple commands that's according to a new study. We discuss the findings with Suzi Walsh Dog trainer and behaviourist.&n...

Stella Assange, wife of Julian Assange

02 Apr 2024

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Stella Assange, the wife of Julian Assange joined Pat this morning on the show to speak about the appeal her husband will now take against his extradi...

Is the adultification of children's clothing really something to be concerned about?

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kids, tweens, teens and adults the lines between the clothing categories of each are increasingly blurred. But is the adultification of children's cl...

We get an update live from Israel

02 Apr 2024

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We get an update live from Israel from Sky News’s Alistair Bunkall. Pat was also joined by Duncan Bullivant from the Henderson Risk Group to discuss...

Hymns to chocolate - The many different Easter traditions

29 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Easter will be celebrated in many different ways over the weekend.For many, it’s a time to spend with family, for others it’s the most import...

Boxed with John Fardy features '3 Body Problem'

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Boxed, John Fardy discusses 3 Body Problem, the most complicated thriller ever on Netflix.

Why clocks going forward could be potentially harmful 

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The clocks go forward this weekend and Professor Luke O’Neill tells us why this could be potentially harmful.  

Iconic sporting partnerships

28 Mar 2024

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Novak Djokovic and Goran Ivanisevic have split as player coach following 6 years of an incredibly successful partnership which saw Djokovic double his...

Keeping kids out of the Mafia

28 Mar 2024

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Keeping kids out of the mafia. We hear about the expansion of Italy’s Free To Choose Scheme with Criminology and Organised Crime Professor at the U...

How children born during the first lockdown manage starting school this year

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s been four years since covid arrived in Ireland. Many children born around the time of the first lockdown will be starting school this year. Our...

State to provide 14,000 new beds for asylum seekers

28 Mar 2024

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New plans will see accommodation for asylum seekers be provided by the use of empty office spaces, rapid builds and leasing of commercial properties. ...

RSV vaccine delay

28 Mar 2024

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A new vaccine could be the answer to dealing with RSV next winter so why are we not ordering sufficient supplies? Pat discusses this issue with Sheena...

Have a sustainable Easter

28 Mar 2024

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We hear about the most sustainable chocolate and packaging options ahead of the easter weekend with Jo Linehan, Editor of the Climate Supplement at th...

The tech behind a flying car

28 Mar 2024

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The tech behind a flying car, originally developed and successfully test-flown in Europe, has been bought by a Chinese firm. Powered by a BMW engine a...

Fun things to do this Easter weekend

28 Mar 2024

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We get tips and advice on what to do with friends and family this Easter weekend with Éadaoin Fitzmaurice, food, travel and culture content crea...

HSE recruitment freeze has been referred to the Workplace Relations Commission

28 Mar 2024

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The HSE recruitment freeze has been referred to the Workplace Relations Commission amid health and safety concerns. With more on this Pat wa...

Gardening jobs for over the Easter break

27 Mar 2024

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Alex Slazenger Head Gardener at Powerscourt Estate and gardens tells us what to do in the garden over the Easter Break.

Nearly 60% of teachers have experienced physical abuse in schools

27 Mar 2024

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Nearly 60% of teachers have experienced physical abuse in schools. We get reaction from Simon Lewis Principal and Host of If I Were The Minister...

The impact of climate change is having on the poorest people in the world

27 Mar 2024

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Trocaire's Lenten campaign this year is focusing on the people of Malawi and how they're affected by climate change. Ben Finnegan reports on the ...

Inside Hollywood: A look at some political thrillers 

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Following a dramatic week in Irish politics Dee Reddy, Podcaster and Cultural commentator takes a look at political thrillers in this weeks 'Inside Ho...

Author Edel Coffey on her new book 'In Her Place'

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In any classic thriller it's the age old question, which one is the other woman? Edel Coffey will be with us to talk about her brand new book In...

Ireland’s capabilities when it comes to defending ourselves

27 Mar 2024

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Pat is joined by former Army Ranger & Independent TD Cathal Berry and Security Analyst Declan Power to discuss Ireland’s capabilities when it co...

Green Scene: Do animals mourn their dead?

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We challenge some paradigms about animals in today's 'Green Scene'. We ask if animals mourn their dead and are males always bigger? All to discuss wit...

More than two thirds of people are living in under occupied homes

27 Mar 2024

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According to the ESRI more than two thirds of people are living in under occupied homes. For more on these findings Pat was joined by Karl Deeter CEO ...

What is the future of the tech labour market?

27 Mar 2024

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With job losses in the sector on the rise; we ask what the future of the tech labour market looks like. Joining Pat to discuss was Donal O'Donogh...

Will we see congestion charges in our cities?

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Governments new transport strategy includes plans for a congestion charge, this comes at the same time as an announcement to reopen the public con...

Florida is set to ban under 14s from social media

26 Mar 2024

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Florida is set to ban under 14s from social media with fines in place if that law is breached. Jess Kelly joined Pat to discuss.

Authors of Birds of Ireland Jim Wilson and Mark Carmody

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the only photographic identification guide of its kind in Ireland and has been updated to include climate and habitat changes with 1600 photos ...

Luke O’ Neill is on a mission to recruit the scientists of the future

26 Mar 2024

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Listeners of this show will be familiar with Author and Immunologist, Professor Luke O'Neill.  Well, along with leading groundbreaking trial...

How is aid getting into Gaza?

26 Mar 2024

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How is aid getting into Gaza? And should you keep donating if it isn’t reaching areas it’s needed most? We hear about the ongoing crisis there wit...

A career in politics – is it worth it?

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With a flood of resignations in the last few weeks, it seems that politics is experiencing a crisis in recruitment and retention. We ask, is a career ...

Will Dublin 8 ever get the much need green spaces? We ask Minister Thomas Byrne

26 Mar 2024

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Minister of State for Sport Thomas Byrne joined Pat in studio with a reaction to our reporting on Dublin 8. Over 8,000 children in the area have no ac...

Minister for Justice will address the AGSI Conference today

26 Mar 2024

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The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors will today call on Justice Minister Helen McEntee to introduce mandatory sentencing for assaults on ...

Ask The Expert: Dr Roisin Colleran, Cardiologist with the Mater Private

25 Mar 2024

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Dr Roisin Colleran, Cardiologist with the Mater Private was our expert today who joined Pat in studio to discuss how you can prevent heart disease.

Travel tips and destinations with Pól Ó Conghaile

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The new JetBlue airline that has just started flying from Dublin to US. Pól Ó Conghaile brings us all the details.TuesdayTravel is with thanks to Ry...

Pulitzer prize winning poet Paul Muldoon

25 Mar 2024

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Pulitzer prize winning poet Paul Muldoon joined Pat in studio ahead of his brand new Irish tour.