Bertie Ahern has rejoined the Fianna Fail party
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern has re-joined the Fianna Fail party in Dublin central, just over a dec...
Gardening: Taking care of your lawn
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Paraic Horkan is with us this week to chat about caring for your lawn and gives us some Spring dutie...
'Silent Voices' A new novlel by Patricia Gibney
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Patricia Gibney joins us to tell us all about her new crime novel ‘Silent Voices’.
Reaction to President Biden’s state of the nation address
08 Feb 2023
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We get some reaction to Joe Biden’s state of the nation address with terry Sheridan Managing Edito...
From prison and homelessness to helping others overcome addiction
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hear one man’s inspirational story, from prison and homelessness to helping others overcome add...
Inside Hollywood: Ryan Reynolds
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The ever-versatile Ryan Reynolds is profiled on Inside Hollywood with Lisa Cannon.
Is there a possibility of a wider war developing as the conflict in Ukraine continues?
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is there a possibility of a wider war developing as the conflict in Ukraine continues? To discuss wi...
Green Scene: How can humans understand ape language
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can humans understand ape language and how do our food choices damage both the environment and o...
Does the government review of ethics and conflicts of interest go far enough?
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Politicians and top officials should face fines for failure to comply with disclosure obligations, w...
Taking a marriage sabbatical may be the best way of reenergizing it
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the pressure of valentine's day approaching, we hear how a sabbatical break could be an effecti...
"Our immigration system is broken, it is not sustainable"
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Government are to resume passport checks at the steps of aircraft at Dublin Airport in an attemp...
Tech With Jess: Safer internet day
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
NewstalkTechnology Correspondent Jess Kelly takes a look at the new S23 Ultra and also discusses "Sa...
Is wind energy the way forward for sustainable energy?
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this week's big 11 debate, Pat was joined by Noel Cunniffe, CEO of Wind Energy Ireland and CEO o...
How the rest of Europe is housing Ukranian refugees
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As the Irish government struggles to house those fleeing the war in Ukraine, just how are other Euro...
What needs to be done to improve stroke survival rates?
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Consultant Stroke Physician and Clinical Lead of Irish National Audit of Stroke, Dr Joe Harbison, jo...
Earthquake has left devastation in Turkey
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most powerful earthquakes in at least a century in Turkey has left more than 4,500 people...
Motoring: Record sales for Ferrari
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Motoring Editor for the Sunday Independent, Ger Herbert, discusses the latest motoring news with Pa...
Have you got what it takes to become a Schwarzman Scholar?
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah Fischer, who is the Outreach and Selection Officer with Schwarzman Scholars Program joined Pat...
Do we do enough to protect endangered species?
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hear from Eanna Ni Lamhna who is the President of the Tree Council who discussed with Pat details...
What is the Golden Visa Programme?
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Current Affairs Editor of The Irish Times, Arthur Beesley, joined Pat to discuss Ireland's Golden Vi...
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look back on the news stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat in the studio...
A week of tumult in France
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss a week of tumult in France, from de Gaulle's grandson being pro-Russian to ongoing protes...
Food with Gareth: The perfect Bank Holiday brunch dish
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth Mullins brings us a delicious brunch dish for the bank holiday weekend. Turkish eggs with sou...
Tech in the new Children’s Hospital
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Exciting tech including robots delivering supplies Jess Kelly brings us a report on the new Children...
Should hare coursing be outlawed or is it far safer than its detractors say?
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A government minister has publicly pledged his support for coursing as the Irish Council Against Blo...
The culture of settling injury claims outside court
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Owner of Supermacs Pat McDonagh joined Pat on the show this morning to discuss what he calls the cul...
A look ahead to a busy weekend of sport
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A welcome return of the 6 nations with Ireland facing Wales in the opening fixture on Saturday. All...
Could young people on the live register fill gaps as the labour shortage bites?
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Could young people on the live register fill gaps as the labour shortage bites? To discuss Pat spoke...
And how intimidating are these protests for asylum seekers?
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Around 300 people turned out for an anti-immigration protest in Co-Westmeath last night. The Departm...
Brigid - Woman, Goddess, Saint
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
La Feile Bride, daoibh! Yes, next Monday, February 6th will mark the inaugural Brigid's day public...
After some 50 years, Clannad are saying farewell
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of Ireland’s favourite bands Clannad are gearing up for their farewell final Irish show in Dub...
We discuss the report findings that employees without children expected to work longer hours
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Employees who don't have children feel they are discriminated against in the workplace compared to p...
Oireachtas Committee on dangerous dog breeds
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hear from the Oireachtas committee on dangerous dog breeds following a number of dog attacks in t...
Do we have an accessibility problem in Ireland?
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do we have an accessibility problem in Ireland? To discuss Pat was joined on the show by Bray Cllr E...
"Deadly Conversations" workshops with the Irish Hospice Foundation and Axis Ballymun
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hear about a bold new initiative to help people open up and talk about the loss in their lives. "...
The ongoing issue of passport delays
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With Passport applications trebling in a month, will delays lead to people missing out on foreign tr...
Would a move towards proper decriminalisation of drugs here be wholly positive?
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tánaiste Micheál Martin has signalled support for a decriminalisation of drugs, saying he backs ca...
How to deal with school avoidance
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On any given day in Ireland approximately 60,000 children do not show up for school, in some cases, ...
Golfers beset with fumes and overhead noise
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hear from the golfers beset with fumes and overhead noise from Dublin airport’s new runway. Spe...
Almost 40% of asylum seekers arriving here have “false or no documentation
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Almost 40% of asylum seekers who arrived in Ireland in 2022 had “false or no documentation” Barr...
The trends of the name Brigid and more uncommon names
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How many listeners are named Brigid, or do you know many younger Brigids? The name has been declini...
Gardening: Getting some summer colour from bulbs
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We celebrate Spring’s arrival in the garden with resident gardener Paraic Horkan who brings us lo...
Can Israel and Palestine find a way to de-escalate the recent violence
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Can Israel and Palestine find a way to de-escalate the violence that has flared recently? To discuss...
Smoking from the age of 11 and diagnosed with lung cancer at 34
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Smoking from the age of 11 and diagnosed with lung cancer at 34 we hear from the mum of four who is ...
is your manicure causing infection and nail thinning.
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is your manicure causing infection and nail thinning? We hear from Selene Daly Dermatology Nurse Spe...
Rishi Sunak’s first 100 days
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As Rishi Sunak hits the milestone of 100 days in charge, is delivering on his promise to be a Prime ...
Inside Hollywood: Al Pacino
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lisa Cannon profiles one of the giants of Hollywood, the inimitable Al Pacino.
Commuter Slot : The NCT backlog
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss NCT backlogs and the safety implications of having 375,000 vehicles on Irish roads withou...
Green Scene: A new colony of Emperor penguins
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Green Scene with Dr. Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundati...
Deadline for the normal applications for the CAO is today
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The deadline for the normal applications for the CAO is today. Should students be worried? Brian Moo...
How can we develop resilient leadership among healthcare professionals
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can we develop resilient leadership among healthcare professionals? Can sports teach us lessons?...
Can anything be done to stop landlords selling up ?
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With landlords fleeing the market, could anything be done to stop them selling up ? For more on this...
Tech With Jess: Is the model of TikTok shifting ?
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jess Kelly Newstalk Technology Correspondent joined Pat to discuss the shift model of Tik Tok and an...
How the hairdressing industry is suffering
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hear how the hairdressing industry is suffering with Lisa Eccles Irish Hairdressers Federation Vi...
Did you stick to your New Year's resolutions?
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today is the 31st of January but did you stick to your New Year's resolutions? More than likely you...
Does farming need to change faster in order to save the planet?
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is farming changing fast enough to save the planet? Discussing this with Pat, this morning was Presi...
Eleanor O’Kelly Lynch on her new book, The Girl with Special Knees
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Eleanor O’Kelly Lynch joined Pat with details of her new book The Girl with Special Knees w...
Could cabinet approval pave the way for parents to receive childminding subsidies?
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As Cabinet is expected to approve measures so that thousands of parents will receive childminding su...
New bridge in Sweden highlights class inequality
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Philip O’Connor Irish Journalist based in Stockholm joined Pat to discuss Sweden's deepening socio...
A soldier’s story within the Irish Army
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Retired Company Quartermaster Sergeant and Author, Karina Molloy, joined Pat to discuss her difficul...
Probe into nursing home fees
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Government has asked the Attorney General to look into allegations hat the State deliberately d...
Ask The Expert: Sleep expert Lucy Wolfe
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined by Sleep Consultant and Author of the best-selling book 'The Baby Sleep Solution' Luc...
Aer Lingus dealing with lost baggage claims from last summer
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Travel and Aviation Journalist, Eoghan Corry joined Pat on the show to discuss why Aer Lingus are de...
We hear about a new radio play "High Density"
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Actress, Claudia Carroll, Writer Brian Gallagher, and Actor Mark Reagan joined Pat on the show to di...
US news with Larry Donnelly
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As protests took place over the weekend following five officers being charged in connection with the...
An Taoiseach: Leo Varadkar
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Discussing a range of topics, An Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar, joined Pat in studio this morning.
What is causing our medicine shortage problem?
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As the ongoing medicine shortage continues and with 12 ‘critical’ drugs now being out of stock, ...
What factors are driving the surge in deaths across the country?
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With a spike in the number of deaths disrupting funeral arrangements in recent weeks, Pat was joined...
"Let's just get on with it" 75 'ghost estates' remain across the country
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
New figures from the Department of Housing show there are still 75 so-called ghost estates across th...
A look back at the weekends sport
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As Liverpool was knocked out of FA Cup and Rory Mcllory is posed for victory in Dubai, Pat was joine...
Is body cameras for Garda Dogs a good idea?
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a new policing initiative, Garda dogs look set to get body cameras. Joining Pat to discuss was Pe...
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We look back on the news stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this morning was Fer...
Friendships and what we can learn from The Banshees of Inisherin
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are there lessons to take about friendships from the renowned banshees of Inisherin? Stephanie Regan...
Food With Gareth : Chicken & beef fajitas
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chicken & beef fajitas with tortillas, tomato, and coriander, Chive sour cream and guacamole are on ...
Another electricity credit may be on the cards for consumers
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Another electricity credit may be on the cards for consumers, so what will this mean for customers? ...
We will see publicly funded fertility treatment ?
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is publicly funded fertility treatment about to become a reality here? Pat discusses this with Caitr...
sum up the closing speeches in the Hutch trial
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Frank Greaney Newstalk’s Courts Correspondent to sum up the closing speeches in the Hutch trial. ...
Enoch Burke’s 2pm ultimatum
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss Enoch Burke’s 2 pm ultimatum to indicate to the high court if he will stop visiting the...
Boxed With John Fardy features 'Somebody Somewhere'
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
John Fardy tells us all about 'Somebody Somewhere' on this week's Boxed.
A news roundup from the US
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Trump returns to social media, the half moon bay mass shooting and a man shot by a dog, all the US n...
World Featherweight Champion Barry McGuigan
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Speaking to Pat this morning was Boxing Hall of fame member and World Featherweight Champion Barry M...
Actor Gary Lydon on his new play 'Hangman'
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Banshees of Inisherin actor Gary Lydon chats to Pat about his new play ‘’Hangmen’’ and ...
Does the government need to seriously rethink its housing targets?
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does the government need to seriously rethink its housing targets? We pose this question to Eoin O’...
Ireland heading towards secularisation
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The newly appointed Bishop of Ossory Niall Coll joined Pat on the show this morning to discuss Irela...
Cally Beaton on how you can reach financial freedom
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From South Park to Stand Up to the Stock market Cally Beaton Comedian and Entrepreneur on how too r...
Have we lost our manners when it comes to noise pollution ?
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A year after we reopened as a society, some of us are still trying to adjust to the noise of everyda...
Has the winter wave of flu and Covid infection finally calmed down?
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Has the winter wave of flu and Covid infection finally calmed down? We hear from Eileen Whelan Nati...
It's time to jump back into the garden !
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Paraic Horkan brings us seasonal garden advice on taking care of your garden and plants The weather ...
Is homework bad for further of work?
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is the practice of Homework damaging to our children's future careers? We hear potentially how.
Olympic gold medallist Michael Johnson
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We speak to record breaker and Olympic gold medallist Michael Johnson ahead of his talk at the pendu...
Inside Hollywood: Meryl Streep
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lisa Cannon profiles one of the finest actors of her generation, the inimitable Meryl Streep.
Science With Luke: The chemistry of beer
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Luke O’Neill takes a look at the chemistry of beer and why non-alcoholic beer tastes much better t...
Green Scene: Why dolphins are more like us than you’d think?
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why dolphins are more like us than you’d think and why we shouldn’t over-focus on apocalyptic cl...
Is this the end of 'postergate'?
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Will Paschal Donohoe’s Dail apology and explanation be the end of postergate? We discuss this with...
Man donates kidney to save brother
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We speak to the kidney recipient who was given a second lease on life after a donation from his brot...
Citywest hub now closed to new adult international protection applicants for longer periods
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Citywest hub is now closed to new adult international protection applicants for longer periods a...
Tech With Jess: New Samsung phone launch
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jess Kelly Newstalk’s Tech Correspondent brings us news of a new Samsung phone launch and answers ...
How do we keep doctors in Ireland after they graduate?
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With overcrowding and capacity reaching crisis points in our hospitals this winter, what can be done...
Do we need to focus less on working parents and more on those stay at home?
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are we focusing too much on childcare costs while ignoring parents who want to stay at home? We deb...
Could the new sale of alcohol bill do more harm than good?
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Vintners’ representative groups have raised concerns over parts of the new sale of alcohol bill. P...