The Pat Kenny Show
Episodes
A review of the weekend of sport
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dublin are LGFA champions, the first weekend of Premier League action and Mona McSharry is victorious in European U- 23 competition. We get a round-u...
A novel method of removing microplastic particles from water
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fionn Ferreira a chemistry master's student from Ballydehob in West Cork, has recently patented his novel method of removing microplastic particles f...
The declining numbers of priests
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With a decline in priests around the country, we discuss the impact it will have on the clerical services around the country with Fr Paddy Byrne Pries...
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look back on the news stories that made the headlines this week in our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this morning was Mary Seery Kearney Fine...
Friday Food with Gareth Mullins
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth Mullins has a mouth-watering barbequed chicken thighs with peach, rocket, and feta salad recipe for us to try this weekend.
The latest on the devastation in Hawaii
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With wildfires decimating the Island of Mawi in Hawaii, we Get the Latest from Mike O'Dwyer Owner of Mulligans off the Blue Pub, and Fabiani's Italian...
Firefighters escalate their strike action
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the continuing crisis in the Fire Service, fire stations will go dark this weekend. What does that mean if you have an emergency? Speaking to Pat...
Narrative of landlords leaving the market
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss why between April 2016 and April 2022, the number of permanent privately rented homes in Ireland grew by 7 percent, according to census dat...
Working in acting as a minority
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Barbie, Oppenheimer, Willie Wonka, and Snow White - they’re all major Hollywood productions that have something in common; they’ve all been critic...
The Premier League is back
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look at the best Premier League games this weekend with Shane Hannon from Off The Ball.
Author Catherine Ryan Howard on her new book 'The Trap'
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We speak to an international best-selling crime writer from Cork, who’s latest novel, inspired by a series of still-unsolved disappearances, sees on...
Calls for Irish version of the CIA
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss, why politicians and security experts are calling for an Irish version of the CIA with Declan Power a security and defence analyst.
All Things Considered: Are portion sizes too big?"
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
All Things Considered: Are portion sizes too big?" All up for discussion with Shane and Ciara this morning.
Three Books: Sonya Lennon's three favourite books
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sonya Lennon, designer and equality advocate tells us about her three favourite books.
Virgin Galactic are launching their first space tourism flight
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Virgin Galactic is launching its first space tourism flight today, with three ‘tourists’ on board, an 80-year-old man and a mother and daughter. W...
The Mafia 'The Takedown'
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In our final installment in our series 'The Mafia' Pat looks at the US RICO Law and how its took down one of the most feared Mafia bosses John Gotti w...
Covid cases are on the rise again
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Covid cases are on the rise again, Professor Luke O'Neill explains the newest strain and why some are resistant to the illness.
Report – old jobs in the digital age
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
More people than ever are shopping online. Irish consumers ranked as the third highest online shoppers in Europe last year. But how are these major...
Calls to scrap the voluntary contribution payment to schools,
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With calls being made to scrap the voluntary contribution payment to schools, Pat was joined this morning by Paul Crone Director at the National Assoc...
RTÉ suffers a big drop in licence fee revenue
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
RTÉ has suffered a loss in licence fee revenue of almost one million euros in a week. To discuss the latest developments at RTÉ Pat spoke to Irish ...
Public being warned over NCT scam
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Public is being warned over NCT scam targeting Irish road users. For more on this, we spoke to AL Keating who got tricked by the scam, and also fo...
There is massive support for a new farmers party
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
3 out of 4 farmers would vote for a new farmers' party, with 2000 farmers surveyed, the future looks bright for an agriculture-focused party. Speaking...
Gardening: Strawberries - propagate your own now
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Summer pruning of Apples - Encourages smaller, more compact trees & more apples for next season. Pruning now also allows extra light into developing f...
How to get over the avoidance of difficult conversation,
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How to get over the avoidance of difficult conversation, we hear from Stephanie Regan Clinical Psychotherapist, Author of Relationships on the Edge an...
A life less ordinary with middle distance runner, Shane Healy
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A life less ordinary with middle-distance runner, Shane Healy. Ireland’s most determined Olympian left in an orphanage at a young age and then spen...
Inside Hollywood: Orson Welles
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We look at the genre-defining work of Hollywood heavyweight, Orson Welles with Lisa Cannon TV Host & Exec Producer ‘SPOTLIGHT’.
The impact of snoring on relationships
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can I stop my partner from snoring? We discuss the implications that snoring has on relationships with Tom Coleman Health Scientist & Sleep Coach.
Drew Harris, Garda Commissioner on plans to deal with anti-social behaviou
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Garda Commissioner Drew Harris joined Pat in the studio this morning to discuss plans to deal with anti-social behaviour and a vote of no confidence i...
Green Scene: The decline of the curlew in Ireland
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Topics are the decline of the curlew in Ireland and new research on who controls the finance governing fossil fuels. With thanks to AIB Ireland.
The Algarve battling wildfires
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With much of the popular Algarve battling wildfires, we get the latest from Portugal with Naomi O Leary, Irish Times Europe Correspondent.
The history of the drink driving laws in Ireland
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look back on the history of the drink-driving laws in Ireland with Conor Faughnan Transport Consultant & CEO of the RIAC.
Technology news with Elaine Burke
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss why a company that helped pioneer remote working is asking its workers to return to the office and more tech news with Elaine Burke Tech J...
Motoring: Volvo axes Saloons and Estates
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Volvo axes Saloons and Estates, Another toll hike likely for Motorists and road deaths highest in 6 years. Al the motoring news with Geraldine Herber...
The Mafia 'On The Inside'
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our summer series as we delve into the world of the mafia. its history, inner workings, and the downfall of the main five mafia families. ...
Donald Trump hits out at the Joe Biden and the national women's team
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We head stateside next to get the latest news as Donald Trump hits out at the Joe Biden and the national women's team while Ron de Santis gives an exc...
How to Prepare Your Child Emotionally for Starting School
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A child’s first day in school can be an exciting yet challenging day for both the child and for their parents. So how best should parents prepare th...
Plans to increase renters tax credit to almost 800 euro
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As the Minister for Housing announces plans to increase the renters tax credit to almost 800 euro. We get reactions from Carol Tallon CEO of Property...
Calls to develop a strategic partnership between private and public hospitals
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hear about calls to develop a strategic partnership between private and public hospitals as the current partnership are deemed haphazard by Jim Dal...
Why you shouldn’t trust shopping reviews
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Online reviews are not always accurate, so much so that people are being scammed. Have you ever been fooled by a review? We speak to Sinead Ryan Jour...
Garda Detective dies in Carrick-on-Shannon Boat Fire
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A Garda Detective who died on a cruiser boat fire over the weekend has been named as Deirdre Finn. Pat spoke to Brendan O’Connor, Garda Representat...
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat today was Philip Ryan Political Editor with the Irish Independent, Niamh Sm...
Parents whose daughter died of an inoperable brain tumour urge parents to trust their instinct
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
17-year-old, Keeley Durnan was an avid GAA supporter who dreamed of playing for her county someday but a year ago she was diagnosed with an inoperab...
Friday Food with Gareth Mullins: Cookies
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth Mullins has a family-friendly recipe of chocolate salted caramel cookies for us to try this weekend.
How important is the summer job?Josh Crosbie reports
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We may not be getting much of a summer weather wise but for many these few months will be their first introduction to working life. Learning life skil...
Coping with a marriage breakup
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What to do when your marriage breaks up after 10 years or more of marriage? We speak to Dr Tara Logan Buckley Chartered Senior Clinical Psychologist a...
Michael O’Leary on the plans to reduce the number of night-time flights at Dublin Airport.
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We speak to CEO of the Ryanair Group, Michael O’Leary, on the DAA being ordered to reduce the number of night-time flights at Dublin Airport.
A look ahead to the weekend of sport
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland takes on Italy ahead of the World Cup, this and more in sports with Mick McCarthy, Senior Producer 'Off The Ball'.
Trump pleads not guilty to a court in Washington
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Former US President Donald Trump pleads not guilty to a court in Washinton to four charges against him. We get the latest from Larry Donnelly Law Lect...
GRA pressing ahead with vote of no confidence in Commissioner
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As the GRA proceeds with its no-confidence ballot in Garda Commissioner Drew Harris, we speak to Crime Correspondent Paul Williams on the unprecedente...
How the war on drugs in Ireland is failing
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do we need a better attitude when it comes to dealing with Drug users and Dealers? We hear from Dr Austin O'Carroll a GP who specializes in drug and h...
Three Books: Evelyn Cusack on her three favourite books
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Bryson: A Short History of Nearly Everything, George Elliot: Middlemarch and Kazoo Ishiguro: Klara and The Sun are Evelyn Cusack's three favourit...
The story of fugitive Nicholas Rossi
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hear the story of fugitive Nicholas Rossi as he claims Irish descent to escape extradition to America with London-based journalist Enda Brady.
Imelda May takes to the theatre stage
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of Ireland’s most beloved musical performers, Imelda May, is set to take to the theatre stage, as she takes on the role of Kathleen Behan in a n...
Why are we retiring our athletes so early?
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is sport ageist? And why are we retiring our athletes so early? We discuss with Shane Hannon Co-Host of Off The Ball AM.
A busy weekend ahead at Dublin Airport
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s set to be one of the busiest weekends of the year at Dublin Airport. We get details from Eoghan Corry Editor of Air and Travel Magazine.
Getting kids back to school more sustainably
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From sustainable lunch boxes to saving the lifespan of uniforms, we discuss how to get your kids back to school more sustainably with Jo Linehan Edito...
Donald Trump will be formally charged at a court hearing today
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With Donald Trump set to be formally charged later this morning, we discuss the former president's predicament with Larry Donnelly Law Lecturer at the...
The key skin issues to look out for in for men
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are the key skin issues to look out for in men these days, we discuss in our 'Skin Deep' series with Professor Niki Ralph Consultant dermatologi...
Will a Government bailout the only thing to save RTE
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As RTE finances continue to show deficits, is a government bailout the only thing that can save the National Broadcaster? Speaking to Pat was Hugh O...
Gardening: Jobs to do in the Garden this week
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Paraic Horkan gives us a rundown of jobs to do in the garden this week. Compost your kitchen and garden waste, chopping up and mixing the contents to...
Irish doctor who joined ‘’Just Stop Oil’’
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We speak to the Irish doctor who joined ‘’Just Stop Oil’’ and getting arrested for her convictions. Joining Pat was Dr. Genevieve Shanahan Le...
Ireland may lose "a generation of audiences"
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland may lose "a generation of audiences". That's the stark warning from the Arts Council. Research has shown a drop off in attendance from 16-24 y...
Green Scene: The amazing story of eel migration,
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The amazing story of eel migration, and how scientists in TCD discovered that basking sharks are warm-blooded in this week's 'Green Scene' with Dr. Ru...
The Mafia 'Then and Now'
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a new 3 part series on the show, we delve into the world of the Mafia, its history and the inner working of the main five mafia families. This mor...
Delivery riders in Dublin are facing daily attacks
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Delivery riders in Dublin are facing "daily attacks, thefts and lowering pay, our reporter Josh Crosbie joined them for a day and reported for us on t...
UNESCO recommends putting Venice on heritage danger list
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the potential consequence of Venice being added to the UNESCO danger list with Hugo McCafferty Irish journalist living in Northern Italy a...
Calls for extension of free school books scheme to Secondary Schools
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss Barnardos’ call for the extension of the free school book scheme to cover secondary school students with Paul Crone Director at the Natio...
All Things Considered: Health warnings on Junk Food
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
All Things Considered: Health warnings on Junk Food was up for discussion this morning with Shane and Ciara.
Tech With Jess: Two new foldable phones from Samsung
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Samsung has two new foldable phones on the market and Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly has had a look.
"I worry about my safety in Dublin"
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I worry about my safety in Dublin as aggression now seems normalised I’ve fallen in love with the city since moving here but recent encounters have ...
The importance of changing our attitudes towards obesity
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When should we talk to people about being overweight? To discuss with Pat were Dr Mick Crotty GP Gp specializing in obesity and Professor Donal O’Sh...
Why is there a plan to ban swimming off Doolin pier
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Doolin swimmers push back as council moves to ban swimming off pier. Speaking to Pat this morning was Clare County Councillor Liam Grant.
What are the dangerous electronics in the home?
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From phone chargers to extension cords, what are the dangerous electronics in the home? Joining Pat this morning was Dr. Ted Burke Lecturer in the Sch...
An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar joined Pat to discuss a range of issues including housing, budget and the next general election, and more.
Donald Trump tops the poll for the Republican nomination
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As a new poll highlights Donald Trump’s likelihood to receive the Republican nomination, we discuss the impact this would have on the 2024 president...
The latest from the fatal crash in Monaghan
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We get the latest from that fatal crash in Monaghan last night which claimed the lives of two teenage girls. Speaking to Pat this morning was Hayley H...
Ask The Expert: On employment law
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sick leave, summer staffing, and contractors' rights our expert this morning was Julie Galbraith Partner in Employment Law at global law firm Evershed...
Soup kitchen regulation
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Groups giving out food to people on the streets would need to get permits under the council plan. Speaking to Pat this morning with reaction was Louis...
The slow creep of the EV’s popularity
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look at car sales numbers for the first six months of the year and the slow creep of the EV’s popularity with Geraldine Herbert Motoring E...
Latest on the war in Ukraine
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ukraine brings war into the heart of Russia with the Moscow drone attack. we get the latest from Lesia Vasylenko Ukranian Member of Parliament.
Forty-eight years on from the Miami Showband massacre
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Forty-eight years on from the Miami Showband massacre. we speak to Des Lee former member of The Miami Showband and survivor of the attack.
Eithne Shorthall on her new book 'The Lodgers'
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When three lodgers move in together, their determination to hide their secrets from one another leaves an important, mysterious package overlooked. A ...
How to slash mortgage costs
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hear how to unlock the secrets to slashing mortgage costs with Martina Hennessy Mortgage Expert and Managing Director of Doddle.ie.
The revenue lost from rail fare evasion
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With €12.3M being lost every year due to evading buying a rail fare, we hear from Barry Kenny Corporate Communications Manager of Irish Rail.
Dublin are all Ireland champions once again
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dublin are all Ireland champions once again – Shane Hannon from Off The Ball AM joined us to review with weekend of sport.
Call for an overhaul of the DEIS school system
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Principals of DEIS schools say they cannot meet the needs of their students amid a call for an overhaul of the system. Speaking to Pat this morning wa...
‘I was an Airbnb host for a decade — this is what I learned along the way’
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
‘I was an Airbnb host for a decade — this is what I learned along the way’ . Pat was joined on the show by Co Galway-based entrepreneur Maeve Ke...
Does AI pose a danger on our future elections?
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How much of a danger does Artificial Intelligence pose to our future elections? We discuss this with Bary Scannell, Senior Solicitor with William Fry'...
Sligo TD says 'Its not either or but our own as well' regarding modular housing use
29 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined by Marc McSharry, Independent TD for Sligo-Leitrim to discuss new modular housing development being used for Ukrainians and if the same...
Our Friday Forum debate the big stories of the week
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look back on the stories of the week in our Friday Forum. Pat was joined by, Kevin Doyle, Group head of news with the Irish Independent, Eo...
Is it time to ban e-cigarettes?
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With figures showing that two-thirds of the Irish public want the Government to ban e-cigarettes, we ask if it's time for a harder approach to be take...
USA news roundup with Terry Sheridan
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Terry Sheridan, Managing Editor, WSHU Public Radio joined Pat in our US slot to discuss the UFO claims that have come before Congress and more.
Friday Food with Gareth Mullins
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth Mullins, Executive Chef at the Marker Hotel tells us how to cook delicious Slow Cooked Duck Legs with Puy lentil cassoulet.
The challenges female soccer players face when they tear their ACL
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined on the show by Dr. Dan Horan Chartered physiotherapist and previous head of research for the Football Association of Ireland to discuss...
Is it time for tougher laws in terms of ticket touting?
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Alan Dillon, TD for Mayo and member of the public accounts committee joined Pat to discuss if we need tougher laws in terms of ticket touting.
It’s finally here, it’s All-Ireland Final weekend
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Aisling O'Reilly sports reporter with Off the Ball joined Pat to preview this weekend's All-Ireland football final between Kerry and Dublin and looked...
Irish farmers consuming elevated levels of alcohol
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pat O’Toole political correspondent with the Irish Farmers Journal, and Dr. Anna Donnla O’Hagan, Assistant Professor in the School of Human Health...
Colm Meaney on his latest play who he co-stars with his daughter
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined by Colm Meaney from Galway who brought us the details of his latest play which he co-stars with his daughter.
Henry McKean reports from outside the former home of Sinead O'Connor
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Newstalk reporter Henry McKean spoke to locals outside the former home of legendary singer Sinead O'Connor in Bray, Co.Wicklow earlier today.
Boxed with John Fardy features 'White Lotus'
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We look at what can happen when our worst impulses are indulged, in the black-comedy drama ''White Lotus’’ in this week's Boxed with John Fardy, p...