The Pat Kenny Show
Episodes
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.
Gardening: Tip and advice from Paraic Horkan
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paraic joined Pat this morning to answer listeners gardening questions as spring gardening season descends upon us.
Pat Sheedy on his book 'One Hundred To One'
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined on the show this morning by Pat Sheedy, on his new book entitled “One Hundred to One” where he reveals how he gambled away nearly 1...
Inside Hollywood: Dune 2
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 is not released in cinemas until the end of this month, but it has already the ‘highest-rated film of all time’ on IMDb we hear a revi...
What is behind Italy's ageing population?
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
La dolce vita is getting longer and longer, we discus what's behind Italy's ageing population and why economists are so worried about it.
How bikes get stolen and how to protect them
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A bike or car is stolen every 3 hours in Dublin city. Conor Faughnan Transport Consultant and President of the RIAC and Paul McQuaid from The Good B...
Professor John Crowne being recognized for his contributions to cancer research
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professor John Crown is to be awarded Outstanding Contribution to cancer medicine and research award at the Convention Centre next week. We were deli...
Green Scene: We hear about energetic anchovies
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Energetic anchovies and a potential save for endangered rhinos is all featured in this weeks 'Green Scene' with Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Science fo...
The fallout from last night's Oireachtas Committee meeting
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the fallout from last night's Oireachtas Committee meeting with Shane Ross Journalist & Former Government Minister, Aisling ...
Tech With Jess: News from the Mobile World Congress
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jess takes a look at the S24 and brings us the latest news from Mobile World Congress.All with thanks to Viatel Technology Group
Post Office Horizon scandal
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With a hearing today in the UK parliament on the Post Office Horizon scandal, we get an update on the mountain the victims will have to climb to get c...
Brendan Gleeson on his 'Farewell To Hughes documentary
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In 2021 Hughes's pub closed its doors for the final time. A mecca for many of the traditional music players from around Dublin City. Actor Brendan Gle...
Minister Catherine Martin will appear before an Oireachtas committee
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Minister Catherine Martin will appear before an Oireachtas committee today. Pat spoke to Senator Marie Sherlock who says the minister must go.
What cars will debut at the Geneva Motor Show?
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New roadside Garda checks to be introduced for e-bikes and e-scooters. The Geneva Motor show - BYD EVs, Renault 5, MG3 are among key debuts at the Gen...
One woman's brave story of reporting historical abuse
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In 2021, our next guest made the incredibly tough and brave decision to go to the authorities and report historical abuse. It has now been 1,000 days ...
Ask The Expert: On measles
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We ask our expert pharmacist Sheena Mitchell how to spot measles and what to do if you’re sick.
It’s trending on TikTok but what is rejection therapy?
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
No you can’t have it or you’re not able to do it. It’s trending on TikTok but what is rejection therapy? To explain we were joined on the show b...
Travel with Pól Ó Conghaile
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We get all the tips on where to stay, eat and do on a visit to London with Pol O’Conghaile.All with thank to Ryanair.
Dermot Bannon on carbon neutral ways to keep your house warm
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Architect and Host of Room To Improve Dermot Bannon joined Anton this morning to chat about carbon neutral ways to keep your house warm.
Is Thursday the new Friday night in town?
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With so many people only working in the office Tuesday to Thursday, the city centre is buzzier and busier on midweek evenings. Is Thursday the new Fr...
The Taoiseach will reaffirm support for Ukraine at a conference in Paris today
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Taoiseach will reaffirm support for Ukraine at a conference in Paris today. With reaction Anton spoke to Duncan Bullivant Special advisor to the ...
RTE drama overpay outs continues
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The RTE drama overpay outs continues. We get the latest with Daniel McConnell, Editor of the Business Post.
A very late winner for Liverpool in the Carabao Cup
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A very late winner for Liverpool in the Carabao Cup with Irish hero Caoimhin Kelleher dominant in goal and Ireland continue their march towards b...
It’s a “slowness of reaction time”
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a “slowness of reaction time”, the “feeling of being encased in bubbles”. Ciaran Bradley, Newstalk’s Digital Editor talks to Anton ab...
Demand for migrant workers has more than doubled
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Demand for migrant workers has more than doubled with 5,366 applications made to the Department last month, nearly double the amount made in the same ...
A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We look back on the big news stories of the week in our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this morning was Gary Gannon Social Democrats TD for Dubl...
Friday with Gareth Mullins
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth Mullins Executive Chef of The Anantara Marker Hotel will be here to talk us through 2 pasta classics - Spaghetti puttanesca and Cacio E Pepe.
GAA football and hurling at future Olympic Games?
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Could we see GAA football and hurling at future Olympic Games? We discuss with Alanna Cunnane, Sports Journalist at Hersports.ie.
Rob Kearney will preview the Wales v Ireland
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rob Kearney will be here to preview the Ireland v Wales Six Nations game and Kathleen McNamee will have the rest of the weekend sport
How to prevent children from being recruited by drug gangs?
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are early interventions the key to saving children from being recruited by drug gangs? We speak to experts in the area. Joining Pat this morning was N...
Two years on from Russian’s invasion of Ukraine
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tomorrow will be the 2nd anniversary of Russian’s invasion of Ukraine. We speak to James Elder, UNICEF spokesperson.
Siún Ní Raghallaigh resigns as Chairperson of RTÉ Board
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Siún Ní Raghallaigh said her position was "no longer tenable" because it was "abundantly clear" she had lost confidence of Minister for Media Cather...
A look at the latest saga involving the FAI
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shane Hannon will take a look at the latest saga involving the FAI and the recruitment of the Manager of the men’s team.
How disinformation is affecting the public's perception
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We hear how disinformation and how mal information is affecting the public's perception on health and politics with Dr David Robert Grimes, Scientist ...
International graduates are kickstarting their careers in Ireland,
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
More and more young people are finishing up their studies, packing their bags and coming over to Ireland to kickstart their careers. Newstalk’s Jess...
Return of ‘Big Money Divorces’
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New figures show a 71% increase in High Court divorce battles. We discuss this with Keith Walsh Family Law Solicitor.
Environmentally friendly childcare items
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jo Linehan Editor of the Climate Supplement at the Sunday Times Ireland gives parents tips and tricks on choosing environmentally friendly childc...
RTÉ Oireachtas Committee says there is an overlap of witnesses with the Public Accounts Committee
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
RTÉ Oireachtas Committee says an overlap of witnesses with the Public Accounts Committee is resulting in “negative public commentary”. We s...
The effects on children after watching porn
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The average child is seeing porn at age 9 – what is the impact of this on young people and how do we talk to our children about it. To discuss ...
Pat reports from Dublin 8 on the lack of green spaces for children and families
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are returning to a topic we have been covering on the show for a number of months that is the lack of green spaces in Dublin 8.Sporting Liber...
Gardening: Preparing for spring gardening season
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It is the ideal time to prepare for the busy spring gardening season. Paraic Horkan, Horticulturist & Keen Gardener, Graduate of the National Bota...
Author Cathy Kelly writes her 23rd novel
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Author Cathy Kelly joined Pat in studio to talk about her new book 'Sisterhood' and her recent battle with breast cancer.
Inside Hollywood: The career of Samantha Morton
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look at the vast and varied career of Samantha Morton in this weeks 'Inside Hollywood' with Jen Gannon, Pop culture Journalist.
The impact disturbing online activity is having on young people
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's no surprise to learn that if a child has access to the internet they can potentially view anything. From gambling to graphic explicit content the...
Vincent Hyland, Author and Conservationist
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Vincent Hyland, Author and Conservationist tells us what it takes to be a contender for Outsider Magazine’s Eco Person of the Year.
Efforts to use IVF to save the Northern White Rhino
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's 'Green Scene' Dr Ruth Freeman, Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland explains how women’s tears reduce male ...
Israel’s Ambassador to Ireland Dana Erlich
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Israel’s Ambassador to Ireland Dana Erlich joined Pat in studio following the United States decision to once again veto a resolution calling for a ...
Referendums explainer from Ms Justice Marie Baker
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Soon you’ll be asked to vote in two referendums, but what are you voting for? We get a referendums explainer with Ms. Justice Marie Baker Chairpers...
Shortage of hotels a concern for tourism industry
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The tourism industry are concerned about the lack of hotel availability in the country. We hear why from the CEO of Failte Ireland Paul Kelly.
Tech with Jess: Smart clothes
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This morning on the show, Newstalk Technology Correspondent and host of Tech Talk Jess Kelly takes a look at smart clothes and what is available for y...
The G20 foreign ministers meet in Brazil
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The UK is set to call out Russia at a meeting of G20 Foreign Ministers in Brazil. Dan Bloom, Deputy London Playbook Editor for POLITICO brings us the ...
Is an early exposure to porn resulting in more cases of sibling sexual assault?
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is an early exposure to porn resulting in more cases of sibling sexual assault? Pat spoke to Christiane Sanderson, Psychologist and expert in child s...
The best travel hacks for this summer
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summer holidays are on the way. Megan Virgo Travel journalist will be giving us all of her travel hacks.
Fewer than 5% of learner drivers surrender their licence following conviction
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fewer than 5% of learner drivers surrender their licence following conviction. We ask how can this system be better policed with Transport Consultant ...
Russian forces take control of Avdiivka coke plant
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Russia has taken control of Avdiivka, a town in eastern Ukraine. With the second anniversary of the war looming, we get the latest on the situation th...
The RTE scandal rumbles on
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pressure is mounting on RTE to make public the details of exit packages. To discuss the latest on the scandal that just rumbles on was Terry Prone Cha...
Ask The Expert: Make up trends
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Aideen Kate, Murphy, Makeup Artist and Founder of True Beauty makeup answers listeners all makeup related questions on this week's Ask the Expert ...
What to do with embarrassing relatives?
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is no one good enough for your mother? Or is there inappropriate flirting over the dinner table? We’ll talk to clinical psychotherapist Stephanie Re...
What are TikTok 'Lookism’ trends?
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why have TikTok beauty trends such as looksmaxxing and glow up challenges gone viral? To explain all we heard from Alexandra Ryan, Founder and CEO of ...
New book: American Mother tells Diane Foley’s story of her son’s ISIS captivity
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ten years on from the public beheading of kidnapped American journalist, James Foley. His mother Diane along with Colum McCann tells the story of Jam...
Save money on your mortgage by switching
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mortgage rates hit a market record gap between the highest and lowest rates. Martina Hennessy, Doddl Mortgages tell us how you can save money on your...
Minister Catherine Martin to meet with Kevin Bakhurst and Siún Ní Raghallaigh
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Minister for Media Catherine Martin has requested RTÉ Director General Kevin Bakhurst and Chair of the RTÉ Board Siún Ní Raghallaigh meet with her...
A report on the temptation to emigrate
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Canada And Australia are hotspots for Irish emigrants, but should we give Ireland another chance before we pack our bags? Bella Finn sent us this repo...
A timeline has been set for an Israeli offensive in Rafah
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A timeline has been set for an Israeli offensive in Rafah. We get the latest on this with Duncan Bullivant Special advisor to the Head of the Bo...
Henry McKean meets the stars at the Baftas
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our own Henry McKean was in London and on the red carpet for the Bafta awards and he spoke to Pat about the big winners and the stars he spoke too on ...
A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Pat in the studio was Hugh O’Connell Deputy Political Editor of the...
The latest on Israel’s raid of largest functioning hospital in Gaza
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We get the latest developments on Israel’s raid of largest functioning hospital in Gaza with Hannah McCarthy, Freelance Journalist.
Friday Food with Gareth Mullins
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The perfect steak dinner, it can be made. Gareth Mullins joins us to talk through rib eye steak with chunky chips and peppercorn sauce.
Irish Casting Director Louise Kiely
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Irish casting director behind ‘Normal People’ and much more Louise Kiely, speaks to us about the new Oscars category for Best Casting.
From golden handshakes to golden visas
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From Golden handshakes to golden visas. We hear about the scheme which granted residency in Ireland in return for 1 million euro with
We speak to the family of Bryonny Sainsbury
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We speak to the family of Bryonny Sainsbury about the inquiry into their daughter’s death and what they are calling for. Speaking to Pat in studio...
Barry Whyte reports from Drogheda town
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The largest hotel in Drogheda, The D Hotel, plan to move hundreds of asylum seekers into the premises from March 5th. Local politicians in the area we...
More on RTE's golden handshakes
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been revealed that payouts of €2.6 million were made to executives during Dee Forbes's time as Director General. We discuss the details ...
We debate the upcoming referendums
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Two referendums will take place on March 8th 2024, International Women’s Day: on plans to remove the reference in the Constitution to the role of wo...
Science: Can you become a morning person?
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you night owl? Love to sleep late? Professor Luke O’Neill Professor of Biochemistry at the school of Immunology, Trinity College asks...
Can school uniforms influence how much exercise a child does?
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can school uniforms influence how much exercise a child does? To find out more Pat was joined on the show by Dr. Grace O’Malley, Senior Lecturer at ...
Travel with Pól Ó Conghaile
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Irish Independent Travel Editor Pól Ó Conghaile is here to tell us what to expect when visiting the Kerry greenway and what tours and trips you shou...