The Pat Kenny Show

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Our expert today was Keith Walsh Family Law Solicitor and took listeners' questions.

Navigating complicated family relationships at Christmas

27 Nov 2023

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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...

Doctors without Borders on the situation in Gaza

16 Nov 2023

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Professor Scott Lucas joins us to discuss US President Biden’s ‘mild hope’ with regard to hostages and we speak to Doctors Without Borders with ...

Park Hotel Kenmare enters a new era in hospitality

16 Nov 2023

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After over 40 years of running Park Hotel Kenmare, John and Francis Brennan have passed the baton to Bryan and Tara Meehan’s family company Forever ...

Getting the best value from your health insurance policy

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The peak renewal period for health insurance is almost upon us with nearly 1 million members due to renew in the coming weeks. Dermot Goode, Health In...

Irish citizens escape Gaza and arrive into Egypt

16 Nov 2023

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The first Irish citizens have escaped Gaza and are now on the road to home. Pat was joined on the show by Ibrahim Alagha and Irish citizen who left G...

Gardening with Paraic: Autumn gardening jobs

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There are lots of gardening jobs to do this autumn and Paraick Horkan brings us his weekly list along with tips and advice.

Why more wellbeing is needed in An Garda Siochana

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Alan Conlon, Life Coach, Pastoral Care Co-Ordinator AT DKIT, Former Garda tells us why he retired and why more wellbeing is needed in An Garda Siochan...

Will the Trump trial go into 2025?

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Will the Trump trial go into 2025? We discuss with Larry Donnelly Law Lecturer with The University of Galway and Columnist with The Journal.ie &n...

Inside Hollywood: 80’s movies favourites

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Inside Hollywood, we remind ourselves of a few crime caper action adventure movies from the 80’s with Lisa Cannon TV Host and Executive...

Keith Barry’s new book for kids

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Keith Barry Brain Hacker & Mentalist joined Pat in the studio to chat about his new book for kids,   Mind Magic, Tricks and tips to...

Green Scene: Do rates have imagainations

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do rats have imaginations, and a novel solution to deal with expanding sea urchin populations in Australia – all in this week's Green Scene wit...

An update on reports of Irish families due to leave Gaza

15 Nov 2023

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We get an update on reports of Irish families due to leave Gaza and the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights Defenders Mary Lawler and also Shona Mu...

Blind Panic by Sightless Cinema Network

15 Nov 2023

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Blind Panic , by Sightless Cinema Network with Ciarán Taylor. 'Blind Panic' is a fun and fear-filled evening of audio theatre in the dark, performed ...

Teacher shortages impact the number of subjects available to students

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A new survey reveals the teacher shortage’s dramatic impact on leaving cert subjects available to students. Pat spoke to Eric Nelligan Secondary Sch...

The RTE rescue plan

15 Nov 2023

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The RTE rescue plan – is it kicking for touch or the real way forward? To discuss Pat was joined on the show by Ciaran Mullooly, Former RTE Correspo...

Tech With Jess: New Google devices up for review

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today Jess reviewed the new Iphone15.

Why teenagers are falling ill after vaping

14 Nov 2023

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Oncologist John Crowne on why teenagers are falling ill after vaping.

Brian Darcy shares words of wisdom and inspiration from his new book

14 Nov 2023

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Brian Darcy shares words of wisdom and inspiration from his new book, “Best of Brian”.

We get the latest in Gaza

14 Nov 2023

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Tanks have massed at the gates of Gaza's largest hospital we get the latest live from Israel with freelance Journalist Gareth Browne.

A new levy on the alcohol industry is set to be proposed

14 Nov 2023

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A new levy on the alcohol industry is set to be proposed, and publicans and punters have hit back at politicians’ proposal. Speaking to Pat was Prof...

Bank Of Ireland building consumer awareness about fraud

14 Nov 2023

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Outsmart fraudsters with cutting-edge insights and practical tips from Professor Mary Aiken Professor of Cyberpsychology and Chair of the Department o...

RTE are set to release a strategic plan today

14 Nov 2023

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RTE is set to release a strategic plan today – it could include a 40m redundancy plan to cut up to 400 jobs. With more on this Pat was joined on the...

Ask The Expert: All things pensions

13 Nov 2023

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How late is too late to start a pension? What are you entitled to? Carol Brick  Managing Director of CWM Wealth Management and Her Money  ta...

When friendships don't stand the test of time!

13 Nov 2023

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We all want our friendships to stand the test of time.  But when the friendship isn’t working out, knowing when to drop them can be a difficult...

Dr Marie Cassidy on her gripping new novel, ‘Body of Truth’

13 Nov 2023

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Former state pathologist, Dr. Marie Cassidy on her gripping new novel, ‘Body of Truth’.