The Pat Kenny Show
Episodes
Could a new deal to increase forestation be bad news for farmers?
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Could a new deal to increase forestation be bad news for farmers? To discuss this further Pat spoke to Jason Fleming, IFA Forestry Committee Chair.
How GPs are coping under severe pressure
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hear how GPs are coping under severe pressure as flu, Covid and RSV infections continue to surge with Dr. Madeleine Ní Daleigh.
Science With Luke: A major breakthrough in age reversal
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
the search to look forever young may be over as Professor Luke O’Neill fills us in on a major breakthrough in age reversal.
Joe Biden’s ongoing classified document controversy
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is Joe Biden’s ongoing classified document controversy playing into Republican hands? All to discuss with Larry Donnelly, NUIG law lecturer and Jour...
Housing Minister Daragh O’Brien on the redress scheme.
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The state picks up the cheque, but when will the builders pay we ask the Housing Minister Local Government and Heritage. TD - Dublin Fingal Daragh O'B...
"We're demonized and under pressure"
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gardai have said they are under pressure and demoralised, we hear why with Brendan O’Connor Garda Representative Association president, and Lisa C...
Social Democrats TD Holly Cairns on the abuse she has received
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
West Cork TD. Social Democrat spokesperson for Agriculture, Disability & Social Justice Holly Cairns joined Pat this morning on the show to detail the...
Gardening: January jobs in your garden
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Paraic Horkan brings us seasonal garden advice on taking care of your garden and plants during these days and nights of low temperatures and hard fros...
"We're forgotten about" The urban/rural divide
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The urban/rural divide is back in the spotlight. It comes as some government TDs have highlighted the representation of their Dublin colleagues at M...
Fagin's Law being brought in
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss a new Bill to criminalise the grooming of children into underworld activity also known as 'Fagin's Law' with Nicola Tallant Investigations ...
Post-natal depression is thought to affect between 10-15% of women
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Post-natal depression is thought to affect between 10-15% of women – but is rarely spoken about, we hear from the Mum of two Sue who shares her expe...
Green Scene: The amazing journeys by humpback whales
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland takes us through the fascinating journey of humpback whales and outline...
Six out of ten Irish professionals considering a new job in 2023
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A resolution of resilience: Six out of ten Irish professionals considering a new job in 2023. To discuss this Pat was joined in the studio by Sharon M...
What’s high on the agenda for the new Dail term?
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Should we be tougher on illegal immigration? And what’s high on the agenda for the new Dail term? All to discuss with Senator Barry Ward, Fine Gael...
Is Putin’s popularity waning in Russia?
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is Putin’s popularity waning in Russia and should we prepare for another Russian crash? We discuss this with Noah Buckley Assistant Professor of Pol...
We hear about the Army recruitment struggle
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are the Defence Forces looking at a staffing nightmare in years to come? To discuss further Pat spoke to Tom Clonan, Independent Senator and former ar...
The family of Co Armagh woman Natalie McNally say they fear that her killer may have fled across the border
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
She was killed on Sunday, December 18 in her home in Silverwood Green in Lurgan, and she was 15 weeks pregnant at the time with a baby boy. She was st...
Former Irish Ambassador to the US on US - Irish relations
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined this morning on the show by Former Irish Ambassador to the US Dan Mulhall on the strength of US-Irish relations and marking the Good F...
Could free GP care be a reality in few years
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Free GP care could be introduced for the entire population within three years at a maximum cost to the State of €880 million, according to new resea...
Are we ignoring the benefits of older workers?
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this current staffing crisis, is it possible that we are overlooking the upsides to having older workers? Discussing this further, Pat was joined...
What is IBS and how do you treat it?
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As 1 in 5 Irish people suffer from IBS, Pat was joined byConsultant Gastroenterologist, Dr Deirdre O’Donovan who explained the condition
Is it time for a hotel tax?
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We heard why a Dublin hotel tax is being welcomed by local councillors despite being strongly opposed by those hotel industry. Pat was joined by Indep...
Ask The Expert: Pete The Vet
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our Monday expert today was Pete the Vet and he gave us advice on tackling pets with clumped hair. He also answered listeners' pet questions.
Travel trends and hot spots for 2023
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Booking your holiday we have a roundup of the new flights and ferries for 2023 and lots of ideas with Pol Ó Conghaile Travel Editor, Irish Independen...
Why do young people get involved in criminal activity?
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why do young people get involved in criminal activity and what tempts younger people to engage in criminal behaviour? Pat discusses this with Trina O...
Making chocolate healthy and tasty
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Could we soon enjoy healthy chocolate that tastes as good as the full-fat option? To hear more on this Pat spoke to Dr Siavash Soltanahmadi, Research ...
Reaction to the tragic airplane crash in Nepal.
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We get reaction to the tragic airplane crash in Nepal with Kevin Byrne, Retired Air Corps Lieutenant Colonel and Safety and Security Auditor.
Landlords exiting the market
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What can be done to stem the flow of landlords exiting the rental market? Pat spoke to Mary Conway Spokesperson for The Irish Property Owners Associa...
Sport: United come out on top in the Manchester Derby
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
United came out on top in the Manchester Derby, 6 sent off in Croker and a marriage proposal on the pitch. We’ll review all the weekend sporting act...
Why our homes and offices need a health check
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why we may need to close our open fires and put our candles out to live healthier lives. Dr Marie Coggins Senior Lecturer at the School of Natural S...
All things UK politics with Alastair Campbell
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Writer, communicator, consultant, strategist, and mental health campaigner Alastair Campbell joined Pat on the show to talk Brexit, the right to strik...
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this morning was Richard Boyd Barrett People Before Profit TD fo...
The days of roaming charges are well gone, or are they?
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The days of roaming charges are well gone, or are they? Pat discusses this with Sinead Ryan, Host of the Home Show.
Food With Gareth : Weekend stir fry
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Garreth Mullins is a stir fry recipe that is gentle on the wallet for us to try this weekend.
Is it time to introduce a city congestion charge?
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With a push to get people out of their cars and onto public transport, is it time to introduce a city congestion charge? Pat spoke to John Fitzgerald...
Should Young Irish consider emigrating?
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brianna Parkins Journalist and Presenter argues why the pros of emigrating to Australia outweigh the cons .
Long COVID study findings
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mild Long covid symptoms will resolve within a year for most according to a new study. We’ll discuss the findings with Jack Lambert, Professor of I...
Kathleen Mcnamee previews the busy weekend of sport
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With City looking to bounce back in the Manchester Derby and Leinster hoping to continue their good form, and Australian Cricket Team Withdraw From Te...
The signs, symptoms and effects of toxic positivity
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We delve into the signs, symptoms, and effects of toxic positivity with Jade Lawless Vice-Chair of the IACP and Academic Director with PCI college whi...
Will we see an agreement reached on the protocol in the North
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Will we soon see an agreement reached on the protocol in the North? We discuss this with Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern.
Boxed With John Fardy features 'The Patient'
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A serial killer kidnaps his therapist in The Patient – John Fardy tells us all about it on Boxed.
New laws against crime, resignations and more with Minister Simon Harris
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
New laws against crime, resignations and walk out, and more with Minister Simon Harris Minister for Justice & Minister for Further & Higher Education,...
Is the Government’s strategy to house refugees has failed
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Has Leo Varadkar admitted that the government’s strategy to house refugees has failed? Pat discusses with Nick Henderson, Chief Executive of the Ir...
Worker Shortage Panel
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is there a solution to the lack of staff hitting so many sectors? We had a panel in studio to discuss. Joining Pat was Tom Parlon, Construction Indu...
The rates of c-sections for new mum rise
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A new study reveals some clinicians' views on C-sections for new mums as the rate of the procedure continues to rise. In reaction to this Pat spoke t...
How to unspoil your children
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tips and Methods which can be deployed to control children who are behaving in a spoiled manner with Tina Rowland, Parenting Expert.
Stormont talks continue following exclusion of Mary Lou McDonald.
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Stormont talks continue following the exclusion of Mary Lou McDonald. We discuss this with Alison Morris Columnist with the Belfast Telegraph & comme...
Minister Damien English resigns
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment Damien English has resigned following revelations on The Ditch website about a...
Estrangement in families
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Besides selling books, Prince Harry’s interviews have highlighted the pain of familial estrangement. We chat with Stephanie Regan, Psychotherapist.
Winners and losers of last night’s Golden Globes.
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lisa Cannon will join us to look at the winners and losers of last night’s Golden Globes.
Smartphone Addiction and how to fix yourself
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the average Irish adult spending almost 5 hours a day on their smartphones, we hear how to approach device addiction and reduce your scrolling an...
a A dramatic rise in the number of lost baggage claim
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There has been a dramatic rise in the number of lost baggage claims in the past year. We’ll speak to one woman who has been waiting months for her l...
Bulk buying apartments a smart move by Government?
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Would bulk buying apartments be a smart move by the government? We discuss with Mary Fitzpatrick, Fianna Fail Senator in Dublin Central. Spokesperson...
Green Scene: Giant pandas as pioneers of vegetarianism
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Giant pandas as pioneers of vegetarianism and solar panel innovation are up for discussion on The Green Scene with Dr. Ruth Freeman, Director of Scie...
Motoring: Distracting car apps
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Distracting car apps and toll firm compensation, Transport Consultant Conor Faughnan brings us all the details.
The chronic shortage of home carers
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thousands of people who could vacate hospital beds are unable to do so due to a chronic shortage of home carers. Pat discusses this with Michael Hart...
'Spare' is now on sale but is there a rush to buy?
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The much anticipated Prince Harry book was released this morning, we find out if there was a rush on the book shops or not with our reporter Aoife kea...
Getting a good sleep routine for babies, toddlers and children
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lucy Wolfe, Sleep Consultant, Author of the best-selling book 'The Baby Sleep Solution' brings us advice on getting a good sleep routine for babies, t...
Exciting revelations from CES in Vegas
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From giant TV screens to colour-changing cars. We’ll hear about what was on show at CES in Vegas with Ciara O’Brien Irish Times Business and Tech ...
French pensions systems looks set for widespread reforms
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The French pensions system looks set for widespread reforms and Emmanuel Macron opens up about his love life. For more on this Pat spoke to Lara Marl...
The Politics of the overcrowding crisis
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How has the health minister performed during this overcrowding crisis and what can he do if anything to ensure it doesn’t happen again? We’ll disc...
Dublin is set to be a very bike-friendly city
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ditch the car as Dublin is set to be a very bike-friendly city in the coming years, we get the details with Michael Pidgeon, Green Party group leader ...
Apositive energy price story
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Could we finally have a positive energy price story after umpteen hikes in recent times? Well, Flogas are offering fixed-price energy deals – the fi...
The push for Sustainable aviation in 2023
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From planes to terminal vehicles, Kevin Byrne Retired Air Corps Lieutenant Colonel and safety and security auditor discusses the push for sustainable...
The pressures on out of office GP services
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the arrival of a new covid strain and out-of-hours GPs services at breaking point, there is no end in sight to the pressures on our health servic...
Ask The Expert: New Year fitness
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our Monday expert is Derval O'Rourke who tells us how to lose those extra pounds and get focused on your fitness journey.
Author Sam Blake on her new book
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We talk to author Sam Blake about her new book, ‘’The Mystery of Four’’ .
Travel trends for 2023
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pol Ó Conghaile brings us the travel trends for 2023.
The countdown to Harry’s memoir is almost up
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The countdown to Harry’s memoir is almost up after more revelations during his interview with Anderson Cooper last night. For more on this Pat spoke...
US News round up
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In our US Roundup, we feature the 2-year anniversary of the Capitol attack, the house speaker debacle and military aid for Ukraine all with Terry Sher...
What is dating day?
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday was considered Dating day, because the first Sunday of the year is when people most commonly decide to start looking for love, we hear why f...
The continuing pressure on our health system
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the continuing pressure on our hospitals and what can be done to ease it. Joining Pat was Tadgh Daly, CEO of Nursing Homes Ireland, and Iva...
Is high-speed broadband access becoming a reality for the entire country?
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is high-speed broadband access becoming a reality for the entire country? To discuss this further Pat spoke to Peter Hendrick, Chief Executive Officer...
More than 200 medications out of stock
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
More than 200 medications are out of stock as the drug supply shortage continues – we hear how this could be resolved with Sandra Gannon, Managing D...
The regional differences in NCT pass rates
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Regional differences in NCT pass rates and long waiting lists stretch into the summer in some parts of the country. To discuss this further Pat spoke ...
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Jonathan this morning was Neasa Hourigan Green Party Spokesperson on Fi...
Global COVID numbers as cases figures soar in China
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We talk to Dr. Catherine Smallwood Senior Emergencies Officer with The WHO Europe about global covid numbers as cases figures soar in China.
Want to travel to Paris with Team Ireland?
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hear about Team Ireland’s preparations for the Paris Olympics and the opportunity to work with them with Gavin Noble Team Ireland's Chef de Missi...
The latest from Ukraine
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Putin’s offer of a ceasefire is slapped down by Ukraine officials. we get the latest with Shashank Joshi, Defence Editor at The Economist.
Seven-day work week are floated for Irish Hospital workers
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the overcrowding as plans for a seven-day workweek are floated for Irish Hospital workers. We discuss this and more with Professor Pat Nash...
January is the month with the highest divorce rate
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We investigate why January is the month with the highest divorce rate with Iseult White Author & Psychotherapist.
Sport: It’s all about The FA Cup this weekend
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s all about The FA Cup this weekend as the Premier League takes a break. Kathleen McNamee will preview another busy weekend of sports.
The peace babies of Northern Ireland
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On the 25th anniversary of the good Friday agreement, have the peace babies been left behind? We’ll speak with one campaigner who believes they have...
Penalty points being issued dropped to its lowest monthly level
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Could increasing road traffic fines already be stopping offenders in their tracks? Jonathan discusses this and more with Conor Faughnan, Transport Con...
Who is The Serpent and why is he free?
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hear about the notorious serial killer The Serpent, who is back in France after his release from a Nepalese prison. Lara Marlowe, Irish Times corre...
Plans to deregulate the pub sector in attempt to revitalize rural Ireland
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hear about plans to deregulate the pub sector in an attempt to revitalize rural Ireland. Paul Clancy v spoke to Jonathan this morning.
EU Covid testing passengers from China
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The EU has agreed to the introduction of pre-flight Covid-19 tests for passengers from China. What will this mean for you? Joining us this morning was...
Why are we failing so miserably at getting families out of homeless services?
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why are we failing so miserably at getting families out of homeless services? To discuss Jonathan spoke to Mike Allen, head of advocacy with Focus Ire...
Challenges for the haulage sector this year
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We hear about the challenges for the haulage sector this year with Eugene Drennan President of the Irish Road Haulage Association.
Pope Benedict is laid to rest
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
AS Pope Benedict is laid to rest we speak to Hugo McCafferty, an Irish journalist based in Italy live from Rome.
Have we reached peak Harry and Meghan?
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have we reached peak Harry and Meghan? Is it privacy they want or simply to control their own narrative? For more on this, we spoke to Jennie Bond Je...
Prof John Crown on the crisis in our hospitals
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We get John Crown’s Consultant Medical Oncologist St. Vincent hospital take on Stephen Donnelly’s plea for consultants to work longer hours with t...
Minister for Agriculture on pressure points for farmers
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We speak to the Minister for Agriculture on the price of Grain, CAP, and pressure points for farmers.
With schools reopening, are we expecting a spike in viruses
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With schools reopening, are we expecting a spike in viruses in pupils over the coming weeks? To discuss further Jonathan was joined by Paul Crone Di...
Calls for a tougher clampdown on wildlife crimes
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fires, poaching, and other wildlife crimes are taking a toll on animals and habitats. We hear about calls for a tougher clampdown with Padraic Fogarty...
News roundup stateside
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Will the Republican party be able to agree on a new House Speaker? This and more news Stateside with Terry Sheridan News Director, WSHU Public Radio.
Underreporting of bullying, assaults and harassment in universities
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss why bullying, assaults, and sexual harassment are going vastly underreported at Irish universities despite gains made in promoting reportin...
Parenting Goals for 2023
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist Colman Noctor joins us to discuss some parenting goals for 2023.
Reaction from the INMO on the healthcare crisis
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As “inhumane conditions” are described for those waiting on hospital trolly beds, we get a reaction from Phil Ni Sheaghdha General Secretary. INMO...
Mural artists are looking for planning permission for their creations
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss street art and why mural artists are looking for planning permission for their creations with Shane Sutton a Street artist and also Dermot ...