The Pat Kenny Show

'Eastland' a new play in the Samuel Beckett Theatre

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On a drizzly morning in July 1915, thousands of people watched the S.S. Eastland turn over in the Chicago River while tied to the Clarke Str...

Assaults in Dublin are down, why do we think it is still unsafe?

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Assaults in Dublin are down, yet there is still a perception that the capital is unsafe, why? We discussed this with the Professor of Psychiatry at Tr...

Biden says ‘’no place for white supremacy in the US’’

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Biden says ‘’no place for white supremacy in the US’’ following the killing of three people in a racist shooting in Florida. We get the latest...

How politics has caused an ecological disaster at Lough Neagh

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Lough Neagh over the past few months has been experiencing an ecological collapse. The Complex nature of local government and the failure to restore t...

Mother's fears for non-verbal son after shock preschool closure

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Donna Cambridge’s son Jaxon was due to start pre-school at Before 5 Family Centre in Cork next week. However, on Wednesday night, parents received a...

Electoral Commission will publish recommendations

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With the potential addition of 20 new TDs in the new Electoral Commission, and with some top politicians at risk of losing a seat we discuss...

First round of CAO offers come out on Wednesday

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Now that the dust has settled and leaving cert students have had time to digest their results from Friday, what’s next for these would-be freshers? ...

NTA calls for surveillance for bus lanes and cycle paths

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do we need more camera surveillance on our bus and cycle lanes, we discuss with Conor Faughnan Transport Commentator and CEO of the RIAC.

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

25 Aug 2023

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A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Anton today was Jack Power News Reporter at the Irish Times, Emer Currie Fine Ga...

'This Is My Sea' by Author Miriam Mulcahy

25 Aug 2023

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Author Miriam Mulcahy joins us to discuss her latest book, This Is My Sea.

Donald Trump’s 20-minute booking created a historic first

25 Aug 2023

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With Donald Trump handing himself into authorities in Georgia and having his mugshot taken, we get the latest news from the US with Marion McKeone US ...

Friday Food: Some real home comfort food

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gareth Mullins has a recipe for chicken, ham, and leek pie with glazed carrots – a back-to-school comforter!

On Leaving Cert results day Henry McKean chats to students

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The class of 2023 got their Leaving Cert results this morning. The 71,000 students who have never taken a state exam before because of Covid, will see...

Unpaid internships and their legality

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We delve into the fraught topic of unpaid internships and their legality with Caroline Reidy Managing Director of the HR Suite, and HR & Empl...

Could Council operated Drones solve our litter Problems?

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Legislation is being drafted that would enable local government bodies to use Body Cameras, CCTV, and even drones to combat prolific dumping across Ir...

548 days into the war in Ukraine

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

548 days into the war in Ukraine, Lara Marlowe joins us with an update from Ukraine as she visited President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's hometown. 

Does grade inflation damage the integrity of the CAO system?

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Grade Inflation will have some students smiling this morning but is it damaging the integrity of the CAO system? We speak to TJ Hegarty, the founder o...

USA Republican nominees candidates going face to face

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With Republican nominees candidates going face to face in their first presidential debate last night, we discuss how the debate was won and lost with ...

The work of Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We look at the work of the Kevin Bell Trust which repatriates loved ones back to their grieving families. Speaking to Anton this morning was Coli...

Report: Is remote working here to stay?

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our reporter Josh Crosbie asks if remote working is here to stay and how it impacts productivity.

10 die in a plane crash over Moscow including the Wagner leader

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As 10 die in a plane crash over Moscow including the Wagner leader chief Yevgeny Prigozhin, we discuss the impact of this on the Ukraine war with...

Science With Luke: A huge development in space travel

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Luke O’Neill joins us to talk about the latest moon landing, a huge development in space travel

Shortages of Perinatal mental health care

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the issue of shortages in perinatal mental health care and the importance of maintaining good perinatal health with a HSE Clinical Psycholo...

COVID: BA.2.86 variant causes concern

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A new Covid variant, BA.2.86, is causing concern due to its potential increased transmissibility, while the Health Protection Surveillance Centre says...

Some valuable advice to first time home buyers

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Starting on the road to securing a mortgage and purchasing a property can sometimes seem like a minefield. Margaret Barrett, Managing Director at Cont...

Options and key dates for leaving cert students

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With the leaving cert results due out tomorrow morning for thousands of students, we discuss the options and key dates for students with Brian Mooney ...

Ireland Contemplates Outdated 'Women in the Home' clause

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ireland Contemplates Outdated 'Women in the Home' clause as Referendum Nears. We discussed this with Karen Kieran CEO of OneFamily and also Ivana Baci...

Gardening with Paraic

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Paraic joined us today on the show, with loads of gardening tips and advice and also recommended some plants that love this wet mild summer weather.

Inside Hollywood: Neil Jordan

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We take a look at the wonderfully varied career of Irish director, Neil Jordan with our own Sue Murphy.

What you need to know when making a will

23 Aug 2023

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Thinking of making a will or claiming your inheritance, we tell you what you need to know about those processes with Sinead Glynn Senior Solicitor wit...

Green Scene: Fake whale poo can help restore ocean biodiversity

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s Green Scene, Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland discusses if fake whale poo can help rest...

The work of The Solar Cancer Support Centre

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Solas Cancer Support Centre’s annual fundraising event, Run and Walk for Life. It celebrates its 15th anniversary and takes place on the 14th of Oct...

Discussing the new policing plan

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Armed officers, riot police, and dog units are to be deployed to the city centre under a new policing plan. We discussed the plan details with Tony G...

Impact of widespread wildfires on air travel

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We look at the impact of widespread wildfires on air travel for the Irish holidaymaker with Eoghan Corry Travel and Aviation Journalist.

Driverless taxis go fully operational in San Francisco

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Driverless taxis go fully operational in San Francisco but not without causing some mayhem for the city. Transport Consultant Conor Faughnan brings us...

New York Rose crowned The Rose of Tralee

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We catch up with Josh Crosbie after the New York Rose took home the Rose of Tralee title.

What is happening with electricity prices?

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With households here paying as much as €900 more than some of our EU neighbors, we discuss the current situation of our energy prices here with Aoif...

We get the latest from Ukraine

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As more drone attacks are launched and defended in Moscow overnight we get the latest on the Ukraine with Jason Corcoran Journalist and Russia Analyst...

Farmers and climate change

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Up for discussion in our Big 11 debate, is the growing trend of climate change skepticism in Ireland's rural farming sector. We hear from Jackie Cahil...

The challenges of hair loss and treatments

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the challenges of hair loss and the various treatments available with Dr Maurice Collins Consultant Surgeon, Medical Director, and Team Pr...

Dublin Tourist trade is threatened by a lack of a post-COVID plan

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Alliance of Dublin Businesses says Dublin Tourist trade is threatened by a lack of a post-covid plan. We get a reaction from Adrian Cummins CEO of the...

Mansplaining 'I didn't ask for this information and I didn't need it'"

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Motoring Editor with the Sunday Independent, Geraldine Herbert, on her experience of ‘Mansplaining’.

Artist Kevin Sharkey on his journey into art

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How can art be used to escape reality and express how we feel? We speak to artist Kevin Sharkey about his early life and his journey into art.

Josh Crosbie reports from The Rose of Tralee

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Newstalk Reporter Josh Crosbie was in Tralee to see how night one of the festival went and he reported for back for us this morning.

Discussing parental phone use in front of children,

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the risks to consider about parental phone use in front of children, from infancy to adulthood. Speaking to Anton this morning was Sabina B...

Ask The Expert: Dr Arthur Cummings, Wellington Eye Centre

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ask The Expert: Dr Arthur Cummings, Wellington Eye Centre on all your eye relating queries.

The number of prisoners Irish jails for minor offences

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the large number of prisoners serving terms in Irish jails for minor offences with Kathleen Lynch Professor of Equality Studies Emeritus at...

A new update from the USA

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In US news, Donald Trump refuses to attend the first Republican primary debate on Wednesday, Las Angeles is facing extreme weather conditions and Joe ...

Travel: Aer Lingus has announced new routes from Dublin to Denver

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Aer Lingus has announced new routes from Dublin to Denver, and Lonely Planet is celebrating its 50th anniversary. All the travel news with Pól O Cong...

Canadian wildfires displace over 200,000 people

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Wildfire tourists and drone users have been urged to avoid visiting and flying drones over the ongoing wildfires in Canada. The Canadian wildfires dis...

Are our towns been overrun with obstructive bollards?

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are our towns and cities being overrun with obstructive bollards? Speaking to Anton with more on this are Independent Dublin City Councillor Mannix F...

How to navigate childcare as a first-time parent

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How can first-time parents navigate their way through childcare? We’ll be discussing all that you need to know with Elaine Dunne Chairperson of th...

Lucy Letby to be sentenced today

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the UK today, Lucy Letby will be sentenced for the murder of 7 babies, and on 7 counts of attempted murder relating to 6 other babies. Shaun Linter...

What is the future of salaries for the big RTE presenters?

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kevin Bakhurst opts to avoid future direct negotiations with talent agent Noel Kelly despite an audit clearing Kelly's role in pay reporting. We ask w...

Spain win Women's World Cup

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kathleen McNamee Co-Presenter of the Off the Ball looks back on a busy and exciting weekend of sport.

Rose of Tralee festival begins

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight will be a historic night for the Rose of Tralee festival, as the show will be presented by co-hosts for the first time in its history. Ahead o...

The Friday Forum debate the big stories of the week

18 Aug 2023

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The Friday Forum debate the big stories of the week. Joining Jonathan this morning was David Kent News Reporter with the Irish Examiner, Neale Richm...

Friday Food: Chicken and Chorizo Jambalaya

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Executive Chef of Chateau du Coudreceau in Loury, France.Gary O’Hanlon talks us through a tasty chicken and chorizo jambalaya dish to try out this ...

Two-time Pulitzer winner Colson Whitehead on his new book

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Two-time Pulitzer winner Colson Whitehead joins us to discuss his new book, Crook Manifesto

How to prepare for the back to school inevitable sicknesses?

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As children get set to return to school across the country, Dr. Niamh Lynch Pediatric Consultant with a special interest in Pediatric Neurology tells ...

Should we legalise to cannabis in Ireland?

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With Germany backing a bill to introduce legalizing cannabis there by the end of the year, we ask if should Ireland follow suit. To discuss we were jo...

Tubridy’s anticipated return to RTÉ crumbles at the last hurdl

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tubridy’s anticipated return to RTÉ crumbles at the last hurdle we get reaction from Emma O’Kelly RTÉ’s Education Correspondent and Chair of t...

"The most difficult time in my life" the search for student accommodation

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Gardaí and the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission are warning students to be aware of accommodation scams.There is a spike in these t...

A look ahead to a busy weekend of sport

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kathleen McNamee joins us to give us a preview of all the sport to come this weekend as Ireland is set to face England in a Rugby World Cup warmup, an...

The Devil Inside in new play in The Smock Alley Theatre

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

An incredible true story of sex, scandal, and American murder, we talk to the creators of the Stage production ‘’The Devil Himself’’. Joining ...

Is there too much teacher bashing in this country?

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Instead of teacher bashing, why don't parents fight for real change? Speaking about this was Jennifer Horgan Irish Examiner columnist and Teacher.

Boxed With John Fardy features 'Fisk'

17 Aug 2023

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n Boxed with Screentime Presenter John Fardy, we look at the comedy ‘’Fisk’’ where a corporate lawyer must take a job at a suburban law firm ...

Living with Body Dysmorphia

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We hear about the illness Body dysmorphia and how it can become an all-consuming illness without support. Speaking to Jonothan this morning was Keith ...

Is it safe to let children play rugby?

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shane Hannon joins us to discuss whether it is safe to let children play rugby?

Michael Parkinson dies at 88

17 Aug 2023

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Michael Parkinson dies at 88. Having interviewed and met Michael a number of times, Pat Kenny looks back on the great career of Michael Parkinson.

Tubridy's €200,000 RTÉ return is in question

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tubridy's €200,000 RTÉ return is in question due to disputes over payments, transparency, and poor governance, with divided staff opinions. Phlilip...

Three Books: Caroline Grace Cassidy

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Author and writer, Caroline Grace Cassidy takes us through the three books that have inspired her. She told us about The Accidental Tourist Novel by A...

The life changing benefits of a simple walk

17 Aug 2023

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Walking 4,000 steps a day can cut the risk of dying from any cause. Professor Luke O'Neill told us about the life-changing benefits of walking.

The future of the Catholic Church in Ireland

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Following the calls by the Broadcaster Sean O’Rourke for more young people to join the priesthood – we ask the, what is the future of the Catholic...

Local Government in Ireland: Under resourced and undervalued

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss why Ireland has one of the most centralised decision-making structures in Europe and we ask if it is undermining local democracy. Speaking ...

"I love Dublin – but now crime has me thinking of getting out "

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ronan Rogerson, who owns two businesses in the city centre, said a firework attack by a mob of thugs he endured last week has led him for the first ti...

Staying friends with an ex – is it ever ok ?

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Should you stay friends with your ex after you break up? We discuss if it’s ever ok to stay friends after a breakup with Stephanie Regan Clinical Ps...

Writing and stage production giving Mountjoy prisoners perspective

16 Aug 2023

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We hear from Mountjoy prison where creative writing and stage production is offering inmates perspective. With more details on this incentive was Step...

Inside Hollywood: Alfred Hitchcock

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Regarded as one of the most influential figures in cinema, we look at the works of Director Alfred Hitchcock.

What is the latest on the Ryan Tubridy pay scandal

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With the latest Grant Thornton report submitted to RTE, what is the latest on the Ryan Tubridy pay scandal? We hear from Fionnán Sheahan Ireland Edi...

The continuing crises in the childcare sector

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As figures show that as many as 180 creches have closed since 2022, we discuss the continuing crises in the childcare sector with Stefanie Pressner W...

How octopuses can change their genetic material to adapt to the cold

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the green scene this week, Dr. Ruth Freeman discusses the way in which plants adapt to extreme heat and how octopuses can change their genetic mate...

The power of colour in your wardrobe

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss next why it’s important to incorporate colour in your wardrobe with Aoife Dunican Image consultant and owner of The Style Bob.

Massive technology break-down at Bank Of Ireland

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Massive technology break-down allowed customers with no money in accounts to access funds via BOI ATMs. For more on what happened with Bank Of Ireland...

The best tech for college

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly run us through how to prepare for college with the latest tech.

Motoring: Price hikes at the pumps

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With Garda clamping down on uninsured drivers at roadside checks and price hikes at the pumps, Geraldine Hebert Motoring Editor with The Sunday Indep...

Irish postal system is now a major route for illegal and fake prescription drug

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It has been reported that the Irish postal system is now a major route for illegal and fake prescription drugs coming into the country, as social medi...

The 25th anniversary of the Omagh bombing

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today marks 25 years since the Omagh bomb, the atrocity was the greatest single loss of life in the history of the Troubles. Twenty-nine people, inclu...

Get back on tract after an an indulgent wedding season

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Following an indulgent wedding season, what are the best ways to get back into shape? We find with Rob Lipsett Personal Trainer, Author, and Fitness E...

Employees working abroad what to consider

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Considering letting your employees from abroad? We discuss what you may want to think about in terms of protecting your business before granting that...

More young adults living at home with parents

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We ask why the number of young Irish adults still living with parents has almost doubled in the last decade. Discussing with Jonathan was Brenda Powe...

Emmy-nominated director Brian McGinn

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Emmy-nominated Director, Producer, and Writer Brian McGinn of Chef’s Table and The Bear joins us to talk through the Big Grill Festival.

Is the State failing our children?

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With reports of care failing children across various services in Ireland, we discuss whether the State is failing our children with Fiona Jennings He...

Donald Trump is indicted yet again

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As Donald Trump is indicted yet again, this time in Georgia, we get the latest developments on the former President’s charges with Larry Donnelly La...

Ask The Expert: On family law

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our expert this morning was Keith Walsh a family law solicitor who endeavour to answer listeners' questions this morning.

In The Name of Gerry Conlon.

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to an Italian filmmaker, whose documentary depicting the life of Gerry Conlon, filmed just months before his death, airs on RTE television to...

Fly tipping laws – are they enough or do we need better facilities?

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fly tipping and illegal dumping are tipping people over the edge as calls mount for stricter penalties and greater solutions. To discuss further Jonat...

How to treat and manage vertigo

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When broadcaster Claire Ronan suddenly felt ill on holiday, she received a diagnosis of vertigo a common complaint that causes intense disorientation,...

Travel: Some great city breaks ideas

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah Slattery owner of The Travelexpert.ie brings us some great ideas for a city break in Lisbon, Barcelona, London, Paris, Copenhagen, and Berlin.

Shocking air quality findings revealed

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss Dublin’s issue of poor air quality, putting lives at risk through increased deaths from conditions ranging from stroke to asthma. Speakin...