The Pat Kenny Show

Violent scenes against Gardai in Ballyfermot yesterday

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As more violence against Gardaí occurred in Ballyfermot yesterday leaving one officer injured, we get reaction from the Garda Representative Associat...

Why are wedding costs increasing?

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We heard how more and more couples can’t afford the big day due to increased costs. Wedding Expert from The Irish Wedding Blog, Sara Kennedy, spoke...

Who owns the football clubs in the Premier League?

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Liverpool Owner John Henry has confirmed that he does not wish to sell the club however he is actively seeking investment. Manchester United have not ...

Is Violet-Anne Wynne about to join Labour?

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Labour leader Ivana Bacik has reached out to the Co Clare TD Violet-Anne Wynne several times in recent months as it's understood that Ms Bacik offered...

New cost-of-living measures set to be announced

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A new round of cost-of-living measures has been agreed, which will include supports for businesses, a universal social welfare bonus and extra child b...

Ask The Expert: Tax returns and claims

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you trying to claim your renter's credit back. Our Monday expert Marian Ryan Business Development Manager at Taxback.com shares her expert tips on...

Why one in five Irish firms are experiencing cyber-attacks

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Almost one in five Irish firms experienced a cyber attack or data breach in 2022, according to a new survey. Talking this through with Pat this mornin...

Success for The Banshees of Inisherin at the BAFTAs.

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

success for The Banshees of Inisherin at the BAFTAs. Is it an indicator of Oscar success? We’ll get the latest Melanie Finn Entertainment Correspon...

Sean Moncrieff on an eye-opening week in Ukraine

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Newstalk Presenter Sean Moncrieff has just returned from his week-long visit to Ukraine. He joined Pat to describe the eye-opening trip and found out ...

Report: How commonplace are drugs in pubs?

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Undercover Gardai will be checking pubs for drug use. There will be increased Garda operations in nightclubs and pubs to crack down on people using an...

Dublin City Council are charged premium price by private contractors to build social housing

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dublin City Council are charged premium price by private contractors to build social housing. Dublin City Council has spent up to €150,000 more per ...

A Covid-19 vaccination programme for children from six months and four years old

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A Covid-19 vaccination programme for children aged between six months and four years old begins today. For more details on this Pat spoke to Eileen Wh...

The rising number of uninsured drivers on the road

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We hear how the number of uninsured drivers has risen for the third year in a row and what punishments are in place for offenders. Speaking to Pat thi...

A look back at the week's news stories with our Friday Forum

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Pat to give their take and reaction to the biggest stories making the headlines this week was Neale Richmond, Fine Gael TD for Dublin Rathdown...

Conversion therapy coming to an end

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Legislation to ban conversion therapy where LGBTI people are pressured to change their sexuality or gender – will be introduced by the end of the ye...

Friday Food with Gareth Mullins

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gareth Mullins gets us geared up for next Tuesday with a pancake recipe.

Do young people care about the environment as much as we think they do?

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Would you be willing to give up phone data, bottled water & flights to the slopes & the sun to save the planet? Henry McKean reports.

How to solve the garda staffing crisis?

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What can be done to address An Garda Siochana’s staffing crisis? Former Garda Inspector and Risk Security & Event Manager at Ashtree Risk Group, T...

The abuse faced by a Laois Councillor

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A Laois Councillor has expressed concerns after receiving threats following comments she made about the social welfare system. Fine Gael Councillor...

What is rural trespassing?

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We hear about the frustrations in the farming community over confusing trespassing laws. Denis Drennan Deputy President of the Irish Creamery Milk Sup...

A look to the weekend's sports

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As new GAA president is set to be elected this weekend and Ireland women's national squad was announced for their upcoming friendly with China in Marb...

Bertie Ahern on his return to Fianna Fáil, a run for presidency, The Mahon Tribunal and more

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern joined Pat this morning to discuss the potential Northern Ireland Protocol breakthrough, his return to Fianna Fáil, a p...

New Leadership Podcast with Bobby Kerr

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this new podcast, Life and Leadership, Bobby Kerr explores the lives of some of the most successful Irish business leaders and entrepreneurs of our...

UK news with Lucy Fisher

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chief Political Commentator at the Times Radio, Lucy Fisher joined Pat this morning where she discussed all the stories making the headlines across th...

What to do if you are being managed out of your job?

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you think that you are being ‘managed’ out of your job? HR guru Louisa Meehan chatted with Pat and gave her expert advice.

Should energy companies be required to lower their prices?

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is it time that energy companies lower their prices for consumers? Joining Pat to debate this was Aoife Foley, Professor in Energy Systems Engineering...

Mick Wallace in hot water

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mick Wallace is under fire for failing to fully disclose financial interests. Irish Times Europe Correspondent, Naomi O’Leary gave pat the details

Increasing primary school training places

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The number of places in primary school training courses is set to be increased. But will this be enough to address the shortage of teachers? Mark Ca...

Skin deep series: how to deal with acne

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Acne is a skin condition which affects more than 80% of the population at some stage in their life. Joining Pat this morning and sharing her expert ...

The impact and consequences of the 9% vat rate being scrapped for restaurants.

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Restauranteurs are warning that an end to the 9% vat rate for hospitality will lead to higher costs for diners and closures within the industry. Dis...

Gardening: Plants that symbolise love in your garden

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On the show this week, Paraic Horkan looks at all those love plants around the garden and answers listeners' gardening questions. All with thanks to ...

Inside Hollywood: The movie that made Michael J Fox’s caree

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Lisa Cannon on the movie that made Michael J Fox’s career – Great Scott! It’s Back to the Future!

Nicola Sturgeon resigns

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It was breaking news this morning that Nicola Sturgeon announces she will be resigning. UK journalist Enda Brady brings us the latest details.

Could we soon see a contraceptive pill for men?

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Could there soon be a contraceptive pill for men? We hear all the details with Dr Sinead Beirne GP.

nuclear energy is the answer to our climate change worries

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We debate whether nuclear energy is the answer to all our climate change worries with Senator Lynn Boylan Sinn Féin Spokesperson on Climate Justice a...

One husband’s mission to find his missing sister underneath the earthquake rubble in Turkey

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We hear the story of one husband’s mission to find his missing sister underneath the earthquake rubble in Turkey. Rachel Kuucuk spoke to Pat this mo...

Is there a positive impact in extending the eviction ban?

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Could extending the eviction ban have a positive impact on the dysfunctional rental sector. Pat discusses this with Ivana Bacik Labour Party Leader an...

Green Scene: An analysis of the social lives of nearly 1,000 mammal species

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's Green Scene, we hear about an analysis of the life spans and social lives of nearly 1,000 mammal species that shows that those that liv...

Dozens of churches and parish centres seek to delist from a new tax

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Catholic Archdiocese of Dublin seeks to delist dozens of churches and parish centres from a new tax. We’ll get the latest with Arthur Beesley Curren...

Will we see a ban on petrol and diesel cars by 2035

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

An EU ruling looks to ban the sale of any new petrol and diesel cars by 2035, but is this overly ambitious considering the issues around our infrastru...

Tech With Jess: Playstation VR2

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly takes a look at the new PlayStation VR2 and answers listeners' tech questions.

The hazards for pets on Valentines Day

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Common gifts and traditions could potentially be hazards for your pets. Pets can ingest gifting flowers, chocolates, and alcohol and potentially fatal...

Denis Naughten decides not to run in the next general election

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Independent TD for Roscommon-Galway and former minster for Communications, Climate and Environment Denis Naughten has announced that he will not conte...

How important is Valentines day?

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We heard about the dos, don’t s and survival tips of Valentine's day. Pat was joined by two relationship experts to debate this. Mairead Loughman, I...

Plans to reduce the NCT backlog have failed

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Plans to reduce the NCT backlog have failed as SIPTU members reject proposals to hire lower-skilled workers. For reaction, Pat spoke to the Editor ...

Unicef's earthquake aid operation

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fears are growing for thousands of children and families displaced from their homes by Monday’s devastating earthquake in Türkiye and Syria. We he...

More legal woes for Enoch Burke

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Secondary school teacher Enoch Burke has been warned that his appeal against the High Court may not be entertained by the Court of Appeal because he ...

Are the mock exams good preparation for students?

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With the mocks exams underway or due to get underway in most schools around the country in the coming weeks, we heard how these exams can be counter ...

Codeine addiction: The regulations and possible solutions

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On Monday's Pat Kenny Show, we heard from two men who have been affected by codeine addiction. Our reporter Josh Crosbie now brings us the latest fr...

Ask The Expert: Family Law

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our expert today was family law solicitor Keith Walsh and he answered listeners queries with regard to family law.

A call for wider rollout of free contraception

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We hear from the Dublin doctor calling for wider rollout of free contraception from Dr Caoimhe Hartley Founder of The Menopause Health Clinic.

Should e-scooters be fitted with sound?

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Should e-scooters be fitted with sound to warn pedestrians? We discuss with June Tinsley Head of Communications and Advocacy at the National Council f...

Book: A million ways to stay on the run

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

'A Million Ways To Stay On The Run' The uncut story of the international manhunt for public enemy no.1 Kenny Noye by Donal MacIntyre.

Codeine addiction: The personal experiences

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

GPs and those working in addiction services are seeing a growing number of patients presenting with codeine addiction. Concerns have been raised abou...

Sport: Superbowl victory for the Kansas Chiefs

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Superbowl victory for the Kansas Chiefs last night and is a grand slam possible for the boys in green? We reflect on a jam-packed weekend of sport wit...

Retention and recruitment in An Garda Siochana is at crisis level

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Retention and recruitment in An Garda Siochana is at crisis levels according to a report this morning. We discuss with Brendan O’Connor, President ...

Some of Ireland's most romantic places for Valentine’s.

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Pol Ó Conghaile fills us in on some of Ireland's most romantic places for Valentine’s day in this weeks travel slot.

More cost-of-living relief measures on the way this Spring.

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

More cost-of-living relief measures on the way this Spring. Welfare recipients and pensioners are in line for a spring bonus. To discuss this further ...

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

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We take a look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this morning was Terry Prone, Chairman of the Communications Clinic,...

Could we see long-dormant rail lines back in use?

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A review of Ireland’s rail network is set to recommend long-dormant lines including some earmarked for greenways. In reaction to this Pat was joined...

Science With Luke: The benefits of controlled breathing

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Professor of Biochemistry at the school of Immunology, Trinity College Luke O’Neill joined Pat his morning to discuss the benefits of controlled bre...

A family favourite recipe this week from Gareth

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gareth Mullins brings us mid-term break treats to try out this weekend. Triple chocolate chip cookies and Lemon shortbread biscuits

Need to treat the causes of patient aggression

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Luke Columnist and retired Consultant in Emergency Medicine explains that if we can’t treat the causes of patient aggression, we’ll have no ...

A preview of this busy weekend of sport

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A Huge game for Ireland in the nations as they take on France, Premier League action, and the global spectacle of the Super Bowl takes place on Sunday...

"The government are facing an unprecedented crisis, I don't know where they will find accommodation for refugees and asylum seekers"

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Over 4,500 refugees and asylum seekers have arrived in Ireland since the start of the year according to the latest data from the Department of Justice...

Party streamed from prison by the Kinihan cartel

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We hear about the party streamed from prison by the Kinihan cartel with Stephen Breen Crime Editor with the Irish Sun.

Dozens of nursing homes ‘face closure over inflation’

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We hear how some nursing homes might have to close if Fair Deal Scheme contracts don’t change. Pat spoke to Tom Finn, Founder and CEO of Silver Stre...

Organised crime poses a larger threat than terrorism

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With the EU stating that organised crime poses a larger threat than terrorism. We hear how organized crime has gripped Europe and what if anything can...

Boxed With John Fardy features 'Modern Love'

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Boxed John Fardy features romantic drama Modern Love.

Study finds 'food swamps' linked to higher stroke rates

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A new study from the US has found that areas with a concentration of fast-food outlets can be linked to higher rates of stroke patients. Newstalk rep...

A proposed cycling route is causing a political storm in Limerick

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Coalition colleagues in Limerick are at odds over a proposed cycle route for the city. For more on this Pat was joined on the show by Green Party TD f...

Author Linwood Barclay on his new book 'Look Both Ways'

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Best-selling author Linwood Barclay tells us about his latest crime thriller 'Look Both Ways'.

Are some electricity suppliers misleading customers with their claims of 100% green?

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are some electricity suppliers misleading customers with their claims of being 100% green? We discuss this with John Gibbons, Climate Journalist.

Turkey and Syria earthquake death toll continues to climb

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We get the latest from the earthquake rescue effort as the death toll continues to climb. Pat heard from Andy Buchanan, Country Director for Concern W...

The mystery around Nicola Bulley’s disappearance continues

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The mystery around Nicola Bulley’s disappearance continues. Police have urged the public not to “take the law into their own hands” in the searc...

We will see a return of non-cash benefits in the bank sector?

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Senior banking industry figures are understood to be reviewing a return of non-cash benefits, we will see a return of bank perks? For more on this Pa...

Beckett play cancelled for an all-male cast

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do we respect writers' posthumous requests when they clash with current-day inclusivity requirements? We hear how this contentious question led to...

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 decade after he quit the party. With some reaction t...

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 duties to do in your garden.

'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

Contributed by Lukas

We get some reaction to Joe Biden’s state of the nation address with terry Sheridan Managing Editor, WSHU Public Radio.

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 addiction. Speaking to Pat this morning was Daniel Mo...

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 with Pat was Duncan Bullivant Special Advisor to the...

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 our health? Ruth Freeman Director of Science for So...

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, while also being forced to submit more detailed acc...

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 effective way of relationship self-care.

"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 attempt to address the significant numbers of asylum see...

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 "Safer Internet Day".

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 of Shannon Foynes, Pat Keating to discuss the poten...

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 European nations dealing with the logistics? We’ll c...

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, joined Pat and explained how we can improve stroke s...

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 dead, thousands injured, and an unknown number tr...

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 Pat including the record sales for Ferrari, a price ...

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 and explained how one can apply to have the oppor...

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 of the new EU report which shows that Ireland und...

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 Visa scheme which is dominated by Chinese participan...

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 today was Peadar Tobin Leader of Aontu, SF Loui...

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 protests on pension reform with Lara Marlowe France Cor...

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 sourdough toast!!