The Pat Kenny Show
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Russian Supreme Court has banned The International LGBT Public Movement
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a hugely significant move criticised by many, the Russian Supreme Court has banned an organisation that it calls “extremist” - The Internationa...
The Israeli military is targeting Hamas command centers,
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Israeli military is targeting Hamas command centers, weapons storage, and naval forces after the ceasefire fell apart on Friday. We get ...
News round up with Fionnan Sheahan
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From our Christmas Show live from the Ananatra The Marker Hotel in Dublin We take a look at the news stories of the day with Ireland Edit...
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our Friday Forum looked back on the news stories of the week. Joining Pat this morning was Jim O'Callaghan Fianna Fail TD for Dublin Bay South an...
Friday Food with Gareth Mullins
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth Mullins has taken two lucky listeners Deirdre and Pauline under his skilled chef wing to show them how to cook this morning we see how they ar...
Why we love Dublin
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dublin in the Rare Auld Times: We discuss why recent events shouldn’t overshadow the city that so many of us call home with Andrea Horan Dublin...
How to navigate the work Christmas party
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The do’s and don'ts at the Christmas party with Allison Keating, Chartered Psychologist of the Psychological Society of Ireland.
Actor Liam Cunningham
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This morning broadcasting live from The Anantara Marker Hotel, Pat was joined by an Irish actor known for his iconic role in The Guard and Game of Thr...
Two lucky listeners learn to cook with Chef Gareth Mullins
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We meet the two lucky listeners who will be learning to cook a dish with Chef Gareth Mullins as we broadcast live from the Ananatra The Marker Hotel i...
The sound of Music in NCH this December
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Looking for things to do over the festive period? The sound of music returns to the National Concert Hall this December and we speak to the show Direc...
The business of: Mobile phones
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Joe Lynam takes a look at the Business of how mobiles are designed, manufactured, and distributed.All with thanks to Croke Park Meetings An...
Light Up a Light for Our Lady’s Hospice
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hear from Our Lady’s Hospice on their annual Light Up A Life Remembrance Ceremony. Speaking to Pat this morning was Ger Kelly Resident of the Hos...
Minister Eamon Ryan on COP 28
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With Cop28 kicking off in Dubai today Pat spoke to the Minister for Transport, Climate and Communications Eamon Ryan.
International Union of Immunological Societies meeting 2023
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professor Luke O’Neill joined us on the line from this year's International Union of Immunological Societies meeting in Cape Town and informed...
The one size fits all solution to managing a chronic illness
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Noel McCaffrey from ExWell Medical discusses how exercise can be a one-size-fits-all solution to managing chronic illnesses. We’re also joined b...
What measures will our streets feel safer?
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Body cams and water cannons, will these make our streets feel safer? Pat discussed this with Dr Jack Nolan, Lecturer At UCD and Retried Assistant...
How to save on energy bills this winter
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hear how to save on energy bills this winter in a bid to live more sustainability Jo Linehan Editor of the Climate Supplement at the Sun...
A truce between Israel and Hamas extends for another day
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The truce between Israel and Hamas has been extended for one more day. For more on this Pat was joined on the show by Oliver McTernan Conflict Mediato...
Gardening : Christmas plants
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Paraic Horkan brings us some advice on dressing your Home for Christmas with colour and scent from Indoor plants.
Inside Hollywood: Dramatic movies of the 1980’s
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Inside Hollywood, Lisa Cannon looks at the most dramatic movies of the 1980's.
Is it actually love for Lexie Byrne?
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is it actually love for Lexie Byrne? Writer and filmmaker Caroline Grace Cassidy will be in to discuss her new book which is the last in the Lexie Byr...
Luba Healy on her humanitarian aid trip to her home country
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Israel/Palestine conflict has moved the situation in Ukraine down the agenda but it is far from over.A Ukrainian woman living in Ireland Luba Heal...
Green Scene: Its the eve of COP 28
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On the eve of Cop28 Dr. Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland discusses whether keeping below 1.5 degrees is stil...
Squid Games Irish contestant
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dreams of Disneyland and 4 million dollars, we speak to Squid Games reality TV show contestant Mikie Bowe.
How should the Government and police deal with the Dublin rioters?
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Punitive prison sentences and social welfare cuts - How should the government and police deal with the Dublin rioters? And how can we monitor future i...
The great gadget gift guide €250 and under
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Christmas is just around the corner and Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly brings us the annual great gadget guide. We take a look at gifts ...
The great gadget gift guide €150 and under
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Christmas is just around the corner and Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly brings us the annual great gadget guide. We take a look at gifts ...
Author Paul Lynch winner of The Booker Prize
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Straight after his win of The Booker Prize Pat spoke to author Paul Lynch.
The great gadget gift guide €50 and under
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Christmas is just around the corner and Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly brings us the annual great gadget guide. In this part we look at ...
Should you get pet insurance?
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The cost of pet insurance should you get it and is it worth it? Pete Wedderburn, better known as Pete the Vet joined Pat on the show to discuss.
Will you be dining out in Dublin City this Christmas?
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With restaurants closing down, the cost of living crisis continuing, and fears over further rioting, will people be eating out in Dublin's city centre...
Ask The Expert: On family law
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our expert today was Keith Walsh Family Law Solicitor and took listeners' questions.
Navigating complicated family relationships at Christmas
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Clinical Psychotherapist and Host of the podcast Tough Love Stephanie Regan gives advice on navigating complicated family relationships at ...
Venice day tripper fee
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For 29 days from April to mid-July, day trippers who visit the iconic city will be charged five euros for a QR code that will be checked at seven acce...
What is it like to be diagnosed with ADHD as an adult?
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is it like to be diagnosed with ADHD as an adult? We hear from Ailin Kennedy Musician, Mountain runner, now ADHD Coach who was diagnosed as an ad...
The Taoiseach has defended a tweet where he referred to released hostage Emily Hand as “lost” and now returned
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Taoiseach has defended a tweet where he referred to released hostage Emily Hand as “lost” and now returned. To get a reaction Anton spoke to ...
A look back on the weekend of sport
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A look back on the weekend of sport with Kathleen McNamee Presenter of COYGIG pod and digital producer
Could facial recognition measures help the Gardaí?
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The future of policing in Ireland could facial recognition measures help the gardai? To discuss further Anton was joined on the show by Martin Heydon...
How to stay stylish this holiday season.
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s Christmas party season and we will hear from Aoife Dunican Owner of The Style Bob on how to stay stylish this holiday season.
More hostages released by Hamas
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hamas says it is seeking to extend the current four-day pause in fighting with Israel. We get the latest from Duncan Bullivant, Special Advisor to th...
Minister Paschal Donohoe on the riots in Dublin last night
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
e Minister for Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform joined Pat to give his reaction like many others on the unrest and riots in Dublin city cen...
Our Friday Forum discuss last night riots
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our Friday Forum gave their reaction to last night's Dublin City Riots. Joining Pat this morning was Verona Murphy – Independent TD for Wexford, Cat...
A sneak preview of The Toy Show.
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Toy Show gets its 4th host tonight. The jewel in the Late Late crown has survived a musical and a lot of noise around the RTE crisis. At 9.35pm to...
Reaction to the riots with Mannix Flynn
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We will be discussing more of the impact the riots in Dublin City Centre have had on the capital with Mannix Flynn Independent Dublin City Counsellor.
Friday Food with Gareth Mullins: Chocolate chip cookie and a homemade hot chocolate...
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth Mullins will be giving us a recipe for a chocolate chip cookie and a homemade hot chocolate... all in preparation for the Toy Show!All with tha...
Bus drivers attacked and buses set alight
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bus drivers attacked and buses set alight in the capital last night. We get a reaction from Dermot O'Leary General Secretary of the National Bus ...
Lorries carrying aid have made their way into Gaza from Egypt
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lorries carrying aid have made their way into Gaza from Egypt after a four-day pause in fighting takes effect. We have the latest from the former hea...
More reaction to the violent scenes in Dublin City Centre last night
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After the violent scenes in Dublin City Centre last night, we talk about the repercussions with Paul Williams Crime Journalist with The Irish Ind...
Minister Simon Harris on the riots in Dublin City
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined on the show this morning by the Minister for Further and Higher Education Simon Harris about the riots that unfolded last night. Also ...
Boxed With John Fardy features 'The Crown' Season 6
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's the beginning of the end for The Crown Season 6 opens in Paris amid the glittering lights of the Eiffel Tower and the gut-wrenching sounds of a c...
Israel’s Ambassador to Ireland, Dana Erlich
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The hostage release has been delayed until Friday, we get the latest from Israel’s Ambassador to Ireland, Dana Erlich who joined Pat in studio...
Knock on effects of the Dublin Airport passenger cap
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The DAA has warned the current passenger cap will have a major impact on upcoming sporting events such as the Six Nations and the 2024 UEFA Europa Lea...
Benefits of extreme heat in a sauna followed by extreme cold water.
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Open sea swimming took off during lockdown and since then there has been a rise in saunas popping up on beaches and rivers across the country. &n...
In The Blood; My Life In And Out Of Football’ by Pat Spillane
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Former All-Ireland winner and renowned Sunday Game pundit Pat Spillane joined Pat in the studio to discuss his new book, ‘In The Blood; My Life In ...
The end of The Triple Lock
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tánaiste Micheál Martin has announced plans to scrap the Triple Lock which prevents Ireland from deploying troops overseas without UN approval. To d...
The Business Of: Dating
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Joe Lynam takes a look at the Business of Dating apps and how successful they are, both for their users and owners.All with thanks to Croke...
Oscar Pistorius gets another chance at parole
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Oscar Pistorius gets another chance at parole after nearly a decade in prison for the death of girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp.
Top tips on how to protect your skin this winter
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From SPF to glove-wearing and heavy-duty moisturizer, we give you all the top tips on how to protect your skin this winter with Professor Niki R...
Release of hostages wont happen before Friday
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The release of hostages under a temporary truce between Israel and Palestinian Hamas militants will not happen before Friday, Israel's national securi...
Inside Hollywood: 80’s movies favourites
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Inside Hollywood with Lisa Cannon, we’ll be talking comedy movies from the 80s including Tootsie and Trading Places!
Gardening: Picking the perfect Christmas tree
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Horticulturist and keen Gardener, Graduate of the National Botanic Gardens Paraic Horkan joined Pat this morning with tips and advice on picking ...
A memory from the Toy Show
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined on the show by Tody Kane a Girls Aloud fan who was surprised by the band themselves – mid-Toy Show all the way back in 2003.
Henry McKean reports on Irish Design Week
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Irish Design Week tries to promote and advocate national and international design in Ireland. Henry McKean visited the design capital of Ireland, Kilk...
How the news of the assassination of JFK was heard in Ireland
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How the news of the assassination of JFK was presented in the US and in Ireland. Newstalk Reporter Simon Tierney explains on the 60th anniversary of t...
Motoring: The latest on Dublin Bus and Busconnects,
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Disincentives for buying EV cars and the latest on Dublin Bus and Busconnects, what has happened to the project? Transport Consultant Conor Fau...
Israel update as truce agreed
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The start time of the truce between Israel and Hamas is set to be announced in the next 24 hours, we get the latest with Freelance Journalist Hannah M...
What does the future hold now for Stephen Kenny
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does the future hold now for Stephen Kenny and the Irish football team? We hear from Nathan Murphy from Off The Ball.
Israel and Hamas agree to a truce
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Israel and Hamas agreed to a truce that would see 50 hostages released. But what happens next? For more on this Pat spoke to Duncan Bullivant Special ...
Green Scene: Greenland's glaciers melting faster than we thought
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Greenland glaciers are receding twice as fast as in the 20th century and just leaving trees to grow could store carbon emissions. All up for discussio...
Tech: Review of the new Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jess Kelly will join us next to review the new Samsung Galaxy Buds FE.
What are cultural rights?
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are cultural rights and what is the role of local government in implementing them? Alexandra Xanthaki, UN Special Rapporteur in Cultural Rights j...
COVID inquiry continues in the UK
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the turn of the scientists to give evidence this week for the Covid inquiry in the UK. Enda Brady TRT World Presenter brings us the latest det...
Could a loophole mean drivers are avoiding penalty points?
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A loophole in the system means drivers who take disqualifications from driving can avoid penalty points. To explain more Pat was joined on the show by...
New research on the spread of online misinformation
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
New research reveals that the far right is growing in Ireland with a lack of action by tech companies being one contributor. We discuss this with Ciar...
The importance of shopping local
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Every €1 spent locally generates up to €2.50 in the local economy while €1 spent online, with overseas retailers, is lost to Ireland inc for goo...
Children At Risk Ireland (CARI) need immediate funding to keep service open
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
CARI, the support service for child victims of sexual abuse will have to close its doors unless it gets immediate funding. We speak to those desperate...
A truce deal is close, according to the Hamas chief
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A truce deal is close, according to the Hamas chief. What is the possibility of a ceasefire in Gaza? Speaking to Pat was Alistair Bunkall, Sky News Mi...
Why international magazines are recommending Ireland as a place to travel to
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland has been getting a lot of love from the likes of Lonely Planet and National Geographic- Irish Independent Travel Editor Pól Ó Conghaile tell...
Ask the Expert : Children and sleep routine
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As a new parent, sleep deprivation can become the norm. Our sleep expert Lucy Wolfe will discuss why that doesn’t have to be the case and she’ll b...
Sean Moncrieff on his trip to Somalia and flood has displaced half a million people
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For the past week, our own Sean Moncrieff has been abroad in Somalia, where he received a first-hand view of severe flooding which, according to the S...
We discuss Antimicrobial Resistance
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
antimicrobial resistance happens when germs develop the ability to defeat the antibiotics designed to kill them, but what does that mean for our ...
A look back on the weekend of sport
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Stephen Kenny era is coming to an end, Roy Keane and Jason McAteer’s latest spat, and F1 goes to Vegas. Eoin Sheahan joined Pat with a look bac...
The US and Israeli forces have said a deal to free hostages is on the horizon
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The US and Israeli forces have said a deal to free hostages is on the horizon, we’ll get the latest with Leila Molana-Allen a special correspondent...
Are concerns about artificial intelligence just plain old scaremongering?
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are concerns about artificial intelligence just plain old scaremongering? Pat was joined on the show by Barry O'Sullivan Professor of AI at University...
The life and career of the late Ben Dunne With Ralph Riegel
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We return to the story of Molly and Tom Martens and we pay tribute to Ben Dunne with Southern Correspondent with the Irish Independent Ralph Riegel.
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat today was John Brady, Sinn Fein TD for Wicklow, Barry Ward, Fine Gael Senato...
What a week it has been in the UK politics
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A Supreme Court ruling on Rwanda and Cameron’s first visit to Ukraine, it’s been a big week in UK politics. Vincent McAviney London based jou...
Friday Food with Gareth Mullins : A chilli beef burrito bowl!
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth Mullins will be giving us a recipe with some spice and comfort this week – a chilli beef burrito bowl!Friday Food is with thanks to Cully &am...
Is the traditional CV dead?
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gone are the days of the traditional CV – your next interview will probably be assessed by AI! We get all the details with Donal O'Donoghue Managing...
A look back on the weekend of sport
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland will face the Netherlands this weekend, is there any way back now for Stephen Kenny? Off The Ball’s Kathleen McNamee joined Pat to look ahea...
Kids as young as 14 lured into becoming money mules
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Children as young as 14 are being recruited as money mules. To further details Pat was joined by we speak to Michael Cryan Detective Superintendent,...
6020 people on the waiting list for home care
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With 6020 people on the waiting list for home care, what future for those who need it? To discuss further Pat was joined on the show by Duncan Sm...
Who is blaming who in RTE?
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss who’s blaming who behind the doors at RTE with Fionnan Sheahan Ireland Editor of the Irish Independent.
Dublin Zoo launches National Centre for Species Survival
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A new centre for species survival in Ireland has been established at Dublin Zoo and Pat was joined on the show by the Director of Dublin Zoo Dr. Chris...
Salt being banned in Uruguay
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professor Luke O’Neill talks to us about salt being banned in Uruguay.
An alarming rise in anti-Semitic attacks across Europe
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An alarming rise in antisemitic attacks across Europe stokes fears for Jewish communities. We get further details from Naomi O'Leary Europe Correspond...
Three books with Miriam Mulcahy
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Miriam Mulcahy tells Pat about three of her favourite pageturners. She tell us why she has chosen ‘A Wizard of Earth Sea’, Ursula K. Le Guin, ‘A...
Should 16 year olds be allowed to drive?
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
8 in 10 Irish people are against EU plans to allow 16-year-olds to drive – Are they correct? We discussed this with Transport Consultant Conor Faugh...
Shane Hannon on some of the best sport documentaries
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brawn, Beckham, the Last Dance - Shane Hannon joined us next to talk through the best sporting documentaries.
Report: The on-going heroin epidemic in the capital
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A spate of synthetic heroin overdoses over the weekend has brought the drug back into the headlines. 54 overdose presentations were reported in t...