Henry at the Oscars
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Newstalk Reporter Henry McKean brings us all the live action from the Oscars and after parties.
A call for clamping rules around train stations to be amended
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We talk to the councillor calling for clamping rules around train stations to be amended. Speaking t...
100 Garda sergeants and inspectors protest today
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss why 100 garda sergeants and inspectors will march on garda HQ today over a roster dispute...
Another step towards grand-slam glory for Irish Rugby
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yet another step towards grand-slam glory for Irish Rugby but not without its injury woes, and the l...
An increase in the tax credit for renters is being considered
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Could tax reliefs offer renters some form of solution as the eviction ban ends? To discuss with Pat ...
Friday Forum looks back on the news stories of the week
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Friday Forum looks back on the news stories of the week including the issue of congestion charge...
Henry McKean reports from Hollywood
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As the days count down for Hollywood's most anticipated award ceremony, Henry McKean is soaking up a...
What your dog is really telling you
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Licking, panting or biting what your dog is really telling you. Dog trainer and behaviourist, Suzi W...
Friday Food with Gareth Mullins
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Executive Chef at the Marker Hotel, Gareth Mullins joined Pat with a tasty Sausage Ragu w...
8 left dead after a shooting attack in Hamburg
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With 8 people killed and other wounded in a shooting event in the German city overnight, Pat was joi...
Why have almost 60 school building projects been put on hold?
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Department of Education has confirmed that 58 school building projects due to go to tender or co...
How can you avoid smart and clever scams?
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With new scammers now targeting those over 55 year of age in particular, Pat was joined by the CEO o...
A look to this weekend's sports action
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kathleen McNamee from Off the Ball joined Pat to discuss and preview the weekend sport's clashes inc...
Rishi Sunak visits France amid a wave of industrialised strikes
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Rishi Sunak aims to repair Anglo-French relations with his meeting with Emmanuel Macron today. Fran...
Freezing temperatures cause treacherous road conditions on our roads
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A winter wonderland occurred for parts of the country this morning, Pat was joined by Cathal Nolan,...
Boxed With John Fardy features 'Fleishman Is In Trouble'
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
John Fardy looks at the excellent new drama ‘Fleishman Is in Trouble’ in this week's 'Boxed'.
On the delivery run with Sligo's CLASP Meals on Wheels service
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The National Meals on Wheels Network and Irish Rural Link are calling for more details on funding fo...
Tips for kids on how to control their anxious thoughts
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Unsure how to comfort your anxious child, we hear tips next from a leading expert. Joining Pat this ...
Science With Luke: The pandemic is offically over
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Luke O’Neill, Professor of Biochemistry at the School of Immunology, Trinity College joined Pat in...
One women’s journey to Ireland from Afghanistan to continue her education
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hear about one woman’s journey to Ireland from Afganistan to continue her education. Arezo Rah...
Garda Commissioner Drew Harris on the future of the force and more
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Garda Commissioner Drew Harris joins us in the studio to discuss the future of the force, morale, st...
Best selling author Liz Nugent on her new book
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Best-selling author Liz Nugent joined Pat on the show this morning to talk about her latest novel 'S...
The continuing fallout after the decision to end the eviction ban
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Government is facing mounting pressure over its decision to end the ban on the eviction. We di...
Gardening: Advice for Easter gardening
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Paraic Horkan brings us advice on how to plant some spring colour in your garden and also time to pl...
Motoring: Women in automotive history history
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We look back at women in automotive history in this week's commuter slot with Transport Consultant ...
Inside Hollywood: Jack Nicholson in Easy Rider
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lisa Cannon profiles Jack Nicholson and his scene-stealing performance in Easy Rider.
What now for vulnerable renters?
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the eviction ban ending, what now for vulnerable renters? We hear from a mother of three Lisa B...
Green Scene: How plants produce aspirin to cope with heat
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's Green Scene, Dr. Ruth Freeman explains how plants produce aspirin to cope with heat, ...
Minister Stephen Donnelly
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly joins us live in the studio this morning to discuss the fire at...
Tech With Jess: A review of Apple’s HomePod
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's technology slot, Jess Kelly reviews the Apple Homepod and answers listeners' tech que...
Is our domestic waste management system the right one?
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is our domestic waste management system the right one? We hear from someone representing the private...
The big 11 debate: Are rent control and eviction ban measures doing more harm than good?
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do measures such as rent freezes and eviction bans actually work? Pat was joined by John Fitzgeral...
Why do we avoid tricky but necessary family conversations?
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to issues such as dividing up family assets or making a will, why is it so hard to sit...
Why is there a significant rise in LGBT+ violence?
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A recent report found that 2022 was ‘the most violent year’ for LGBTQ+ people across Europe and ...
Is industrial action by an Garda Síochána about to take place?
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Frontline garda supervisors are set to discuss “all forms of industrial action” next month in a ...
How to save on car insurance
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Managing director of Insuremycars.ie Jonathan Hehir, joined Pat morning, giving his top tips on how ...
The IFTA nominations are announced
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
CEO of the Irish Film and Television Academy, Aine Moriarty, spoke to Pat and discussed who got nomi...
What is in the annual data protection report?
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With fines in excess of €1billion, reprimands and compliance orders, Pat was joined by the commiss...
Ask The Expert: Avril Murphy Allen Interior Designer
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Avril Murphy Allen, Interior Designer, and artist was our expert this morning, and Avril helped with...
Derry and Sallyanne Clarke on their new restaurant venture
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Derry and Sallyanne Clarke are back in the fine-dining game with an equine themed-restaurant and the...
We hear all about the 'Me Aul Flower Festival'
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On the lead-up to St Patrick's weekend, here at Newstalk, we are supporting green by highlighting ju...
If all reliance on Russian energy stopped would the war in Ukraine end?
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If all reliance on Russian energy stopped tomorrow – would the war in Ukraine end? We discussed th...
The rise in young people sharing intimate images
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hear about the rise in young people sharing intimate images and its potential impact with Dr. Sio...
"We can't abandon these people" Josh Crosbie describes his trip to Somalia with Trócaire
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
More than eight million people in Somalia are in need of immediate aid. The country is experiencing...
Auctioneer defends inclusion of Nazi memorabilia in Irish sale
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Auctioneer defends inclusion of Nazi memorabilia in Irish sale, the sale of Nazi-themed items includ...
An embarrassing visit to Anfield for Manchester United.
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An embarrassing visit to Anfield for Manchester United. Kathleen McNamee from Off The Ball has all t...
Just how we can get less rubber on our roads?
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The reduction of private car use is up for discussion in the Cabinet this week. We’ll hear how we ...
Primary school curriculum is in for a considerable overhaul – will homework become a thing of the past?
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The primary school curriculum is in for a considerable overhaul – will homework become a thing of ...
Can grá and gáire alone save our Gaeltachts?
04 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to dust off the cupla focail, everybody because seachtain na gaeilge will be upon us befor...
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this week was Lynn Boylan,...
"I’m embarrassed to be an Irish pharmacist "
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tthe current healthcare crisis has left one woman embarrassed to be an Irish pharmacist, she tells u...
Friday Food With Gareth Mullins
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The recipe this week from Gareth is a delicious roast Chicken harissa puy lentils dates and orange,...
Thousands of divorcees potentially miss out on pension pay outs?
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Could thousands of divorcees potentially miss out on six-figure pension pay-outs? For more on this P...
Drones cause disruptions and diversions at Dublin Airport
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
More delays, disruptions, and diversions in Dublin airport due to drone activity. How can we make su...
Sport: Formula 1 is back
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We preview all the weekend's sports including the Premier League, Allianz football league, and Formu...
How big tech ‘’should have’’ handled its recent layoffs
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hear how big tech ‘’should have’’ handled its recent layoffs with Betsy Henning Managing ...
Minister Paschal Donohue on the new exchequer figures
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Minister for Public Expenditure Pascal Donohoe is first up on this morning’s show to discuss Prot...
A news round up from the USA
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Rupert Murdoch fesses up, sprialling student debt, and could time be running out for Tik Tok in the ...
Science With Luke: How COVID affects the heart
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Luke O’Neill, Professor of Biochemistry at the School of Immunology, joined Pat in the studio toda...
Report from the new Central Mental Hospital
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Central Mental Hospital, which cares for patients referred from the criminal justice system, rec...
Gender pay gap and ghosting in the workplace
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gender pay gap, ghosting in the workplace, and the level of workers planning on changing jobs all up...
Could the regulation and legalisation of cannabis be a golden economic opportunity?
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Could the regulation and legalisation of cannabis in Ireland be a golden economic opportunity? We he...
Pensioners hit by crippling energy bills
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As pensioners are hit by crippling energy bills why rates have skyrocketed? This morning Pat spoke t...
Former Glee Star Damian McGinty on his love for Northern Ireland
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Former Glee Star Damian McGinty joined Pat on the show to chat chat about his career, Dancing With T...
Minister Stephen Donnelly in the wake of the Wexford Hospital fire
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hear from Health Minister Stephen Donnelly in the wake of the fire at Wexford General Hospital. A...
Could hydrogen-powered cars be the next big thing
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Could hydrogen-powered cars be the next big thing in motoring? Motoring Editor with the Sunday Indep...
“I’ve smoked cannabis for forty years and I’ve had no ill-effects”
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The majority of people in Ireland agree that cannabis here should be legalised and regulated for rec...
Inside Hollywood: Eddie Murphy’s breakout role in Trading Places
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lisa Cannon on the film that made Eddie Murphy’s career, ‘Trading Places’.
Could we all be underestimating the dangers of passive vaping?
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Could we all be underestimating the dangers of passive vaping? To discuss with Pat was Professor Des...
Impact of climate change on hibernation in animals
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland Ruth freeman discusses the Impact of c...
Is Northern Ireland potentially the ‘world’s most exciting economic zone’?
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is Northern Ireland potentially the ‘world’s most exciting economic zone’? We discuss this wit...
Don Conroy on his passion of art and nature
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Don Conroy joins us to reflect on his career, and his passion for Art and nature and shares some tip...
Encouraging older people to reconnect with the world after the pandemic
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The CMO has penned an open letter to urge older people to return to doing the things they love now t...
The latest from the tragic train crash in Greece
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
At least 32 people have died in a train Collison in central Greece we hear the details of this terri...
Tech With Jess: The new Oppo foldable phone
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly brings us the latest on the newly unveiled Oppo foldabl...
France to face alcohol restrictions within their national parliament
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The National Assembly in France is moving to clamp down on the drinking culture among MPs following ...
Big 11 Debate: Has the time come for a serious look at the right to die in Ireland?
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With a Special Oireachtas Committee set to look at assisted dying here, could we soon be following c...
Is a supergrid the solution to our energy crisis?
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As Europe and the world is dealing with an energy and climate crisis, a new book by Eddie O’Connor...
What is in the new protocol deal?
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
British prime minister Rishi Sunak has said “a new chapter in the relationship” between his coun...
How common is inherited cardiac disease?
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What should we look out for in relation to possibly inheriting or having a cardiac disease? Pat wa...
How does Ireland need to change it’s policy on drugs ?
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A majority of adults support the decriminalisation of all drugs ahead of the setting up of the Citiz...
Dublin Bus say there are not enough taxis in Dublin city centre
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Passengers are being left behind on late night bus routes and are subjected to anti-social behaviour...
Ask The Expert: Dr Bronagh Keane, Irelands Toothfairy
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our expert today is Dr. Bronagh Keane offers practical advice on modern solutions to dental issues.
Travel With Pól: Causeway Coast from Belfast to Derry
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pol Ó Conghaile Travel Editor, Irish Independent brings us all the travel news and also recommends ...
A shortage of midwives in our hospitals
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Watchdog Hiqa found shortages of medical, midwifery, and nursing staff at three hospitals, including...
Prep is well underway at Adare Manor ahead of the Ryder Cup
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Prep is well underway at Adare Manor ahead of the Ryder Cup taking place from there in 2027, we got ...
Sunak is facing tough sell to the Tories and DUP
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sunak is facing a tough sell to the Tories and DUP as he meets Von der Leyen on the protocol. We get...
Sport: Man Utd lift Carabao cup
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Man, UTD lift the Carabao cup and can Ireland continue their grand slam push? We reflect on a busy w...
Renters choosing between their pet and their accommodation.
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dogs Trust Ireland said it received 394 requests from members of the public, from Christmas Day to t...
Why we feel Fear and how we can manage it
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Stephanie Regan Clinical psychotherapist, media contributor, and author of relationships on the edge...
Homeowners urged to switch mortgages
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Homeowners are being urged to switch mortgages as they face increases of up to € 500 per month whe...
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look back on the news stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this morning...
How is the current state of the Irish fishing industry?
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How is the state of the Irish fishing industry 50 years on from joining the EU and how are our water...
Karl Spain the quintessential characteristics of a Limerick person
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are the quintessential characteristics of a Limerick person? We hear from Comedian Actor and W...
Has the eviction ban actually been effective?
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Has the eviction ban actually been effective? Pat debates this with Richard Boyd Barrett People Be...
A taste fish dish from Gareth Mullins
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth Mullins brings us a tasty fish pie dish for you to try this weekend.
Is our fishing industry in crisis?
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is our fishing industry in crisis? Charlie McConalogue Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marin...
As I Remember It: Bertie Ahern & The Good Friday Agreement
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
'As I Remember It: Bertie Ahern & the Good Friday Agreement' is a new podcast that tells the story o...
Attempted murder of policeman ‘a terrible shock for the town of Omagh’
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Newstalk's Chief Reporter Barry Whyte reports from Omagh, County Tyrone after the attempted murder o...
Boxed With John Fardy features The Kominsky Method
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In 'Boxed with John Fardy' we take a look at the Kominsky Method which looks at the life of legendar...