The Pat Kenny Show
Episodes
Great House Revival returns to our screens
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Architect Hugh Wallace talks reviving and restoring houses ahead of the new series of Great House Revival this weekend.
The Irish Cancer Society's Daffodil Day takes place Friday, 22nd March.
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of daffodil day we spook to Dr. Luke Jones, Researcher at Systems Biology Ireland in University College Dublin and Senior Researcher of the Year...
With the aid situation worsening in Gaza we speak to the Israeli Ambassador
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the aid situation worsening in Gaza, we speak to the Israeli Ambassador in studio about thousands who are at risk of famine .
Green Scene: Why coffee gives us a buzz
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We find out why we get such a buzz from coffee and we discuss lab made palm oil in this weeks Green Scene with Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Science for...
Road deaths are on the rise in 2024 we ask why?
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Road deaths are on the rise in 2024 we ask why with Conor Faughnan transport consultant and CEO of the RIAC.
Places of worship found on the highstreet
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s one of Irelands fastest growing religions, but you won’t see its congregations in churches. With ever more industrial estates, shops and even...
The Fine Gael exodus continues
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Fine Gael exodus continues. We discuss the future of the party with Hugh O'Connell Deputy Political Editor, Irish Independent.
TV streaming options
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sky Stream, Virgin Media player and Vodafone TV play. Ciara O’Brien Irish Times business and technology journalist gave us some suggestions for TV...
Nearly three out of four parents are unable to secure places
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nearly three out of four parents are unable to secure places for their children at Ireland’s most oversubscribed second-level schools. We get ...
The Blame Game
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Blame Game – Why do we like to blame others rather than look at ourselves? Stephanie Regan joined Ivan on the show to discuss it through.
Trump unable to post bond covering his civil fraud judgement
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Trump unable to post bond covering his civil fraud judgement while the Taoiseach makes his way back from Washington, but will his speech have any impa...
Adults attending routine checkups are to be asked about measles vaccinations
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Adults attending routine checkups are to be asked about measles vaccinations by GPs. Dr Lucy Jessop Director of public health, National Immunisation O...
China’s most popular Whiskey Influencer is an Irishman
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
China’s most popular Whiskey Influencer is an Irishman. Dillon King Known as LaoJin spoke to Ivan on the show about his unique job.
Destinations for Easter breaks
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We hear about some city and sun break ideas for the Easter Break with Michelle Jackson travel journalist.
IMNDA a new programme for caregivers
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The IMNDA has announced a new programme for caregivers that will run from this coming 5th March to 9th April. The programme, which has been ...
Those living in Israel are suffering from famine conditions
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After five months of war those living in Israel are suffering from famine conditions, a new report has confirmed. Ivan spoke to Peter Power ...
A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Anton this morning on the show was Neasa Hourigan TD here Green Party ...
Russians head to the polls for the Presidential election
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Russians head to the polls for the presidential election with a pre-determined win for Putin. We get the latest from Scott Lucas, Professor of US ...
Tips on getting a good night sleep
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Coleman, Sleep Expert, Host of The Sleep & Health Podcast give us tips on getting a good night sleep.
Newstalk Goes Green – Generation Green Home Upgrade
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As part of Newstalk Goes Green we’re looking at SSE Airtricity's new Generation Home Upgrade. Stuart Hobbs Director of SSE Airtricity Energy Service...
Friday Food with Gary O'Hanlon
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Gary O’Hanlon talks us through how to cook an Irish classic Coddle, a perfect dish for St Patrick's weekend.
Gordon D'arcy on Ireland v Scotland Six Nations game
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A busy sporting few days ahead. John Duggan brings us a preview of Cheltenham Gold Cup, Gordon D’Arcy, former Irish rugby player looks ah...
Dramatic drug arrests in West Cork
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We get the latest details from yesterday’s dramatic drug arrests in West Cork with Liz Dunphy Journalist with The Irish Examiner.
What it means to have Irish citizenship
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
St. Patrick's weekend is upon us, We speak to two people who got Irish citizenship about what being Irish means to them. Joining Anton on th...
Findings of the ERSI report on the use of online pornography
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A study into the use of pornography among young Irish adults has found 64% of young men use online pornography while for young women its 13%. Men who ...
Boxed With John Fardy features 'LouderMilk
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We look at off-beat Netflix comedy Louder Milk in this weeks 'Boxed@ with John Fardy.
The greatest sporting collapse
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the world of sport, a lead late on, down the back straight, or in a final round doesn’t always mean things are home and hosed. Shane Hannon from ...
what our dog can teach us about our health
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Luke O’Neill, Professor of Biochemistry at the school of Immunology, Trinity College tells Anton what our dog can teach us about our health.
Could TikTok be banned?
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
US House passes bill to force TikTok owner ByteDance to divest or face US ban , We get the latest from Larry Donnelly University of Galway Law Le...
Bitcoin has reached an all time high, should we be investing?
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bitcoin has reached an all-time high price of 67 thousand euro, but is the risk worth the reward? Anton discussed this with Joe Lynam, Business ...
The importance of a digital detox
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As part of Newstalk goes green Jo Linehan explains digital cleanup day and tells us the importance of a digital detox
Gardaí out in force this weekend to ensure we all have a safe Bank Holiday
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gardaí will be out in force this weekend to ensure we all have a safe Bank Holiday. Our reporter Sheila Naughton went out on patrol this week to get...
Skin Deep with Professor Niki Ralph
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Consultant Dermatologist with the Institute of Dermatology Professor Niki Ralph discusses skin cancer and what we can do to avoid it.
Time to plant those summer fruits
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paraic Horkin tells us why Mid March is the perfect time to get planting your summer fruits.
Motor insurance is on the rise
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Motor insurance is on the rise, we’ll find out why with Conor Faughnan, Ceo of the RIAC and Transport Commentator.
It has never been easier to get your steps in
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Simple ways to get your steps in: New studies show that just 2,200 steps a day can slash your risk of an early death Personal Trainer, Sports Nut...
Green Scene:Why do humans not have tails?
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered why humans don’t have tails? Well a new study suggests that it's because of a genetic parasite, Ruth Freeman Director of Science for S...
Would you forego a pay rise in favour of flexible or remote positions?
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Would you forego a pay rise in favour of flexible or remote positions? Apparently 60% of workers would. We discuss these findings with Peter Cosgrove ...
Are we back to the days of contact tracing?
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are we back to the days of contact tracing? We discuss the case of measles onboard a flight to Dublin with Eoghan Corry Owner & Editor of Travel ...
Impact of the enforced changes to the Apple App store
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look at the impact of the European-enforced changes to the Apple App Store with Jess Kelly, Newstalk Technology Correspondent.All with thank...
Comedian Emma Doran on celebrating St Patrick
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian Emma Doran will be with us to discuss the highs and lows of St. Patrick's Day
Barbara Scully on setting up the first tea day 30 for the Alzheimer's society.
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Barbara Scully was heavily involved in setting up the first tea day 30 years ago she tells us where it all began for the Alzheimer's society. Barbara ...
A family story of living with Alzheimer's
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Former apprentice contestant and business owner and ASI ambassador, Pamela Laird joined Pat on the show today to talk her family's experience with Alz...
We pay tribute to the late Charlie Bird
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This morning brought the very sad news of the passing of Charlie Bird. Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern and RTE Presenter and friend Joe Duffy paid their...
The life and history of St Patrick
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We hear about St. Patrick the man and the celebrations he spawned with Dr Elizabeth Dawson lecturer in Medieval History at Carlow College.
Actor Bryan Murray on living with Alzheimer's
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We the launch of Alzheimer's Tea Day 2024 Pat was joined on the show live from the Radisson St Helens by actor Bryan Murray his wife Una Crawford O’...
Recent Alzheimer's breakthroughs in science
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Luke O’Neill joined Pat today on the show to discuss recent Alzheimer's breakthroughs in science.
Ireland’s holiday home boom has huge consequences
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland’s holiday home boom has huge consequences, housing blackspots, “Saturday night fever” and no homes for the locals. To discuss with Pat w...
Why your friends should come from different parts of your life
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How healthy is your social food map/diverse? Is it all family?, all friends? Your social connections need to be diverse. Stephanie Regan Co-host ...
We hear about destination dupes
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Destination dupes a trending travel topic based on TickTok dupes where people go to lesser known, cheaper places eg swap Barcelona for Valencia. ...
Anna Geary on her new book 'Anna's Game Plan'
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
All-Ireland winning camogie captain and TV presenter Anna Geary discusses her new self help book Annas’ Game Plan
Voters turned out to deliver the highest ever No vote
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Voters turned out to deliver the highest ever No vote in the history of the State – What went wrong for the Government? Pat discusses the referendum...
Heartbreak at Twickenham
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Heartbreak at Twickenham and Shane Lowry puts on a strong performance in Florida, Kathleen McNamee and Matt Williams Professional Rugby Coa...
Petrol and diesel price hikes are on the way
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Petrol and diesel price hikes are on the way which will leave a major gap between the north and south, what will that mean for businesses on the borde...
Henry reports on a great night in Hollywood
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cillian Murphy wins best actor at the Oscars and Element Pictures brought home Oscars too. Henry reports live from Hollywood on a great night for the ...
A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Pat today was Senator Timmy Dooley Fianna Fail Senator for Clare Duncan Smit...
Author Richard O'Rawe on the publishing of the Kenova report today
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We speak with Richard O'Rawe author of Stakeknife’s Dirty War on the publishing of the Kenova report today.
Friday Food with Gareth Mullins
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's time again for 'Friday Food' with Gareth Mullins and this week Gareth brings us a recipe for a delicious raspberry strudel cake for Mother’s da...
Falling Stars: Lost stories from the Shannon airport crashes
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Between 1943 and 1961, in the early years of Shannon international airport, over 200 hundred lives were lost and countless others changed forever in a...
Professor Luke O'Neill explains "tech neck"
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The constant engagement of our electronic devices has done no favours for the human body and is leading us to develop “tech neck”. Professor Luke ...
Henry at the Oscars
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Newstalk’s Henry McKean is over in Hollywood talking to the Irish stars at the Oscars. Henry was on the green carpet at the Oscar Wilde Awards and h...
Brian O'Driscoll previews tomorrow's Six Nations Game
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Irish rugby legend Brian O’Driscoll will preview tomorrow’s rugby plus we’ll look at all this weekends sport with Phil Egan .
Lisa O'Shea leading the way in the construction industry
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s International Women’s Day today, Pat was joined in studio by Lisa O'Shea who is leading the way in the construction industry.
The new pressure on the Kinahan Cartel
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Security and Crime Editor with the Irish Times Conor Lally joins us live from Dubai to discuss the Garda Commissioner’s comments about the “embar...
The disinformation of war
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look at the disinformation of war with David Robert Grimes author of "The Irrational Ape, Why we Fall for Disinformation, Conspiracy Theori...
How the arts can improve your physical, mental and social wellbeing
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We hear how the arts can improve your physical, mental and social wellbeing Chris Bailey World Health Organisation Arts and Health lead Christopher Ba...
We take a look into the workings of the peoples court
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Newstalk's Reporter Sarah Madden takes a look into the ‘peoples court’ and whether its terms should be updated in line with EU courts of its like.
Dublin homeowners fear ‘catastrophic’ damage to houses
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dublin homeowners fear ‘catastrophic’ damage to houses under Metrolink terminus plans. Dartmouth Square West resident says ground movement would n...
The Finland hobbyhorse Championships
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
100 days until the Finland hobbyhorse Championships in Seinajoki, OTB’s Cameron Hill tells us all about hobby horsing Cameron Hill, Digital Pro...
IFA have launch their 'No Dogs Allowed' campaign
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The IFA have launched their ‘no dogs allowed campaign’ ahead of lambing season to prevent dog attacks on Livestock. But how can we how can w...
Negotiations between Israel and Hamas have not yielded any significant results
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As Ramdan comes closer, negotiations between Israel and Hamas have not yielded any significant results. We get the latest with Paul Rogers Emeritus Pr...
What is net zero living?
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What is net zero living and how can we achieve it ? Jo Linehan, Editor of the Climate Supplement at the Sunday Times Ireland joined Pat...
A new book: Among The Trolls
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’re all living amongst the trolls & the sooner we recognise it, the better. BBC's Disinformation and Social Media Correspondent Marianna Sprin...
Legislation to allow for assisted dying is set to be recommended
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Legislation to allow for assisted dying is set to be recommended. We discuss further with Dr Andrea Mulligan Assistant Professor of Law at TCD &...
We hear from a leading US data security and privacy expert
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Pat in studio this morning was Melissa K. Ventrone is a leading US data security and privacy expert working with international law firm, Clark...
Tech With Jess: Virgin Media's new entertainment system
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jess Kelly takes a look at the new entertainment system from Virgin Media...
Gardening: Flowering gifts for Mothers Day
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paraic Horkan, Horticulturist & Keen Gardener, Graduate of the National Botanic Gardens brings us gardening tips and tell us about some...
Inside Hollywood: Oscar Snubs
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look at some of the films that were snubbed by the Oscars in this weeks 'Inside Hollywood with Jen Gannon, Pop culture Journalist
Trump was successful on Super Tuesday
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Trump was successful on Super Tuesday but the results may be worrying for the Republican Party overall. We get the latest from Scott Lucas Profes...
Planned reforms to the primary school curriculum
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Planned reforms to the primary school curriculum are to include learning foreign languages from third class upwards, an increased focus on maths ...
Green Scene: Bananas are in big trouble
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We identify the “carbon bootprint” of war, and find out how bananas are in big trouble. All in this week's 'Green Scene' with Dr Ruth Freeman...
We get your referendum questions answered
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This Friday’s referendums are nearly upon us. Pat was joined in studio by Chair of the Electoral Commission Ms. Justice Marie Baker answered questio...
There have been increased calls for a Eurovision boycott
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
RTÉ has received 1,448 emails asking it to boycott this year’s Eurovision Song Contest. The broadcaster said most of the emails are in relation to ...
A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this morning on the show was Kevin Doyle Group Head of News of MediaHuis ...
New measures will grant pharmacists power to extend prescriptions by a year
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Doctors prescriptions to be valid for a year under new guidelines pharmacists will be given power to extend prescriptions without permission from a pr...
Bounce Back Recycling tackling the unemployment issues for the traveller community
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bounce Back Recycling provides a much-needed mattress recycling service and much needed employment to travellers who face huge employment barriers. La...
Friday Food with Gareth Mullins
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth Mullins brings us a family favourite recipe today, hot cross buns.
Famine conditions hit Gaza
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As famine conditions hit Gaza, we chat to Médecins Sans Frontières about the continuing humanitarian crisis. Speaking to Pat this morning was Camil...
Report: The long waiting times to get a driving test
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The waiting times for driving tests are being scrutinised again with some people waiting over a year. Driving instructors say this is leading to unqua...
A new season of F1 begins
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the Manchester derby this weekend with Manchester United facing Manchester City while the Formula 1 season takes off in Bahrain. Kathleen McNam...
Snow hits many parts of Ireland
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Met Eireann is warning of ‘hazardous conditions’ as snow hits the country. we got a weather update Liz Colman Forecaster with Met Eireann.
Ex Deputy Head of MI6 Nigel Inkster
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ex Deputy Head of MI6 and Senior advisor on China and cyber security Nigel Inkster joined Pat in studio to chat about his book entitled “The Gr...
Boxed With John Fardy features 'One Day'
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The new Netflix romantic drama one day features in the weeks 'Boxed'' with John Fardy.
The importance of sleep and diet for wellbeing
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Few things in life are as important as good sleep and good food. We speak to two experts about implementing healthy habits and the transformative...
Has the Department of Foreign Affairs been subject to a cybersecurity breach?
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Has the Department of Foreign Affairs been subject to a cybersecurity breach? We hear from Dermot Williams, Managing Director of Threatscape, an Irish...
Rare, unforgettable, freakish moments in Premier League history
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The date of the 29th February. rare... unforgettable... freakish - just 3 ways one could describe a typical Premier League weekend. Ahead o...
College dropout rates climb prepandemic levels
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
College dropouts are on the rise, we look into the reason behind 7,000 people failing to progress to second year. Alex Rowley Journalism Student in Du...
How the TV and movie industry are becoming more sustainable
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jo Linehan fills us in on efforts being made in the TV & film industry towards sustainability with Netflix and Screen Ireland leading the cha...
Discussing Ireland’s space industry
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From satellite regulation to telescopes on the moon, we discuss Ireland’s space industry and what could be in store down the line. Joining Pat for t...
TD Charlie Flanagan tells us about his recent visit to Ukraine
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
TD Charlie Flanagan tells Pat about his recent visit to Ukraine and the condition of the country 2 years into the war with Russia.