The Pat Kenny Show

Spending rules on projects will they make a difference?

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With the government looking at reviewing the amount of red tape involved in public infrastructure projects, would a relaxation of such restrictions m...

New technology to protect bats from wind turbines

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's Green Scene, Dr. Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland tells us how gut bacteria influences how we...

Hospital overcrowding is at breaking point

04 Jan 2023

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Hospital overcrowding is at breaking point. we get the latest from Stephen McMahon Non-Executive Director of the Irish Patients Association and Rois...

New cars for 2023

04 Jan 2023

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Motoring   Editor with the Sunday Independent  Geraldine Herbert brings us a list of new cars available in 2023.

Powers for fuel curtailment

04 Jan 2023

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If national oil supplies started to run dangerously low, could Government step in to take control? We discuss this with Kevin McPartland, CEO of Fuel...

Ireland is expected to be facing a refugee bed shortage

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss why Ireland is expected to be facing a refugee bed shortage of more than 14,000 before the end of March and what can be done about it. We s...

A look ahead to CES 2023

03 Jan 2023

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Jess Kelly, Newstalk tech correspondent looks ahead to the CES 2023 in Las Vegas.

A review of the country’s speed limits is on the way

03 Jan 2023

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A review of the country’s speed limits is on the way, will it make an impact? We discuss this with Shane O’Donoghue Editor of the complete car.ie...

A turbulent new year for the UK

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Media Coach, Journalist, and Broadcaster Enda Brady on Sunak’s performance so far and a turbulent new year for the UK.

HSE calls on people to avoid hospitals

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As the HSE calls on people to avoid hospitals, we take a look at how the Healthcare system is coping in 2023 with Dr. Sinead Beirne,GP based in Dublin...

Injection facility go ahead

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Temporary permission has been granted for the country's first medically supervised injection facility in Dublin. We get a reaction from Dr. Garrett Mc...

How did Dublin Airport perform over Christmas?

03 Jan 2023

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How did Dublin Airport perform over Christmas? To tell us Jonathan spoke to Travel Expert Eoghan Corry.

Minister Roderic O’Gorman on the childcare cost reductions

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Thousands of families benefit from substantial reductions in early learning and childcare costs from today. Minister Roderic O’Gorman Minister for ...

Housing in 2023

02 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Will 2023 be a better year for Ireland in terms of the Housing crisis? We discuss with Rory Hearne Assistant Professor of Social Policy at Maynooth U...

Flying home for Christmas

23 Dec 2022

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Tearful reunions at arrivals as people fly home for Christmas. Henry McKean was at Dublin Airport today.

Our Friday Forum debate the big stories of the week

23 Dec 2022

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We take a look back on the stories of the week and year with our Friday Forum. Ivan Yates was joined by, Jennifer Carroll MacNeill, Minister of State...

Festive Friday food with Gareth Mullins

23 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

He gave us the starters, the turkey, and the ham. Today Executive Chef at the Marker Hotel, Gareth Mullins has the perfect Christmas dessert recipes f...

The season of scams

23 Dec 2022

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Think twice before you click on that link! We highlight some of the scams people should be aware of this festive season with Ronan Murphy, Group Chief...

Economic preview and review

23 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Money, money, money, your economy in 2022, and what’s ahead for 2023 with Economist Jim Power.

John Fardy looks ahead on what to watch over Christmas

23 Dec 2022

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John Fardy, Presenter of Screentime looks ahead to what’s on the box to watch over Christmas.

A preview of all the festive sport

23 Dec 2022

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Kathleen McNamee from Off the Ball previews all the festive sport including the racing, premier league and rugby.

Avoiding overindulgence at Christmas

23 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Well, Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without proper eating drinking, merry-making, but you know the consequences, heartburn, hangover, weight gain,...

A look back on an eventful 2022 in Europe

23 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Naomi O’Leary, Irish Times Europe Correspondent joined Ivan Yates to discuss the war in Ukraine,energy crisis, spiraling inflation and EU leaders sh...

is a tweakment the perfect gift?

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Botox, fillers, bum lift is a tweakment the perfect gift? To find out Ivan spoke to Aisling Cleary, CEO of River Medical.

The close relationship between France and Ireland

22 Dec 2022

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We discuss the close relationship between France and Ireland with Lara Marlowe France Correspondent for the Irish Times.

A news roundup from the USA

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A defiant address from Zelensky in Congress and the January 6 panel to release its findings on Trump. Terry Sheridan Managing Editor, WSHU Public Rad...

Things to get up to over the holidays for kids and adults 

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With the Christmas break getting underway we hear of some fun things to do for kids, teens, coupled up and solo adults with Sinead Dalton Content Edit...

The top 5 science stories of 2022

22 Dec 2022

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Professor Luke O'Neill takes us through the top 5 science stories of 2022.

Cook the Christmas dinner safely this weekend

22 Dec 2022

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We get tips on making sure you prep and cook the Christmas dinner safely this weekend with Dermot Moriarty – Communications and Marketing Manager w...

The gender pay gap in organizations across the countr

22 Dec 2022

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New mandatory reports shine a light on the gender pay gap in organizations across the country. Mary Connaughton, Director of CIPD Ireland gave her r...

Road safety at Christmas

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Conor Faughnan, transport consultant brings us advice on staying safe on our roads over the Christmas period.

What is prison life like during Christmas?

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What is prison life like during Christmas? We spoke to John Lonergan, former Governor of Mountjoy.

"Out the door" butcher's busiest time of the year

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a fan of brussels sprouts, or do you despise them? Well the last few days to get all the Christmas food is upon us. The butchers are the bus...

Does Ireland have a compensation culture?

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Does Ireland have a compensation culture? We discuss this with Cian O’Carroll of Cian O’Carroll Solicitors and Peter Boland Director of the Allia...

Minister Simon Harristhe violence in Rathkeale

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Acting Justice Minister Simon Harris joins us to discuss the violence in Rathkeale.

What do you do when others try to parent your child

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What do you do when others try to parent your child? Tina Regan early years behaviour expert, special education and early years teacher brings us some...

Gardening: How to care for frostbitten plants

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paraic Horkan gives advice on what to do with garden plants that have been scorched by the frost. All with thanks to Husqvarna.

Andrew Maxwell tells us about his upcoming Irish tour

21 Dec 2022

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Comedian and former I’m A Celebrity contestant Andrew Maxwell tells us about his upcoming Irish tour.

Fundraising challenges taking place this winter

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It is a time of year for giving and with that comes fundraising campaigns. Across the country, there are multiple fundraising efforts taking place. Y...

Behind the movie scenes of 'Home Alone'

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bill Hughes takes a look at the family Christmas favourite 'Home Alone.

Will a revised Climate Action Plan really put the squeeze on motorists?

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Will a revised Climate Action Plan really put the squeeze on motorists? We were joined by Brian Caulfield – Associate Professor from The School of ...

Why airlines and telecoms companies are the worst for customer support 

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We hear why airlines and telecoms companies are the worst for customer support with Declan Ivory, Vice President of Customer Support at Intercom.

Green Scene: Robins have road rage 

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A Christmas-themed Green Scene this week, Ruth Freeman tells us why reindeer are the icon of Christmas and robins, have road rage.

HSE urges the public to play its part in reducing infection

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Flu actively circulating in the community HSE urges the public to play its part in reducing infection. Dr Greg Martin, Director of the Health Protecti...

Changes expected for some Junior Ministers today

21 Dec 2022

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Former EU Commissioner hits out at Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and changes expected for some Junior Ministers today. Danny McConnell Political Editor wi...

A US roundup with Terry Sheridan

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The January 6 committee has referred Donald Trump to the justice department to face criminal charges. Terry Sheridan will bring us the latest.

Are we heading down a path of increased intensive farming?

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In our efforts to export more meat and dairy, are we heading down a path of increased intensive farming? We discuss with Caroline Rowley Founder of E...

Suffering a stroke at 33

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We delve deep into the effects of having and hear from Fiona Bardon who had a stroke in her early 30s.

ill a 60 percent tax rate be needed to fund universal basic income?

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

ill a 60 percent tax rate be needed to fund universal basic income? We debate with Edgar Morgenroth, Professor of Economics at DCU, and Joan Burton, f...

A look back at a year in tech

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

From the metaverse flop to Elon Musk causing chaos in Twitter HQ, Ciara O’Brien Irish Times Business and Tech reporter looks back at a year in tech....

Meeting the parents ! Do's and don't

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the season where many will be meeting the parents of their significant other for the first time. We hear about the do’s and don'ts to ensure...

Women’s Aid says it has noticed an increase in calls from women concerned about economic ab

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Women’s Aid has noticed an increase in calls from women concerned about economic abuse. Speaking to Pat was Sarah Benson CEO of Women’s Aid.

Ask the Expert: Tips when taking your driving test

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our Monday expert Kathleen Comerford gives us top tips on how to get through the driving test.

Community festivals crank up the Christmas spirit

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Community festivals all over Ireland crank up the Christmas spirit. Pól Ó Conghaile Travel Editor, Irish Independent brings us all the details.

Managing grief at Christmas

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Clinical Psychotherapist, Media Contributor, author of Relationships on the Edge, podcast - ToughLove Stephanie Regan spoke to Pat on how to manage gr...

The next big move in Ukraine

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Special Advisor to the Head of the Bosnia peacekeeping mission, part of the UK mission to Kosovo in 1999 and CEO of the Henderson Group, an internatio...

No private care for pregnant women in public hospitals

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

No private care for pregnant women in public hospitals under plans agreed by Cabinet this month, we find out what this means for women with Professor ...

The HSE on the latest COVID surge

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Eileen Whelan National Lead, Covid Vaccination Programme, HSE joined Pat this morning to discuss the latest COVID surge.

Alastair Campbell looks back on a tumultuous year for the UK

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Alastair Campbell Writer, communicator, consultant, strategist, mental health campaigner. Does podcast The Rest is Politics with ex-Tory minister Rory...

Why pubs and restaurants could be going into hibernation during the month of January.

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We hear why pubs and restaurants could be going into hibernation during the month of January with Michael O'Donovan Chairperson Cork City & Cork Count...

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

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We take a look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat was Neale Richmond Fine Gael TD for Dubin-Rathdown and spokesperson ...

A winter of Strikes in the UK

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Just how will the UK deal with a winter of strikes? We cross to London to speak to Enda Brady, a UK-based journalist and media consultant for more on ...

Cooking that perfect turkey and ham

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chef Gareth Mullins will tell us how to cook the perfect turkey and ham for the big day.

Twitter has suspended the accounts of several prominent journalists

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It turns out Twitter CEO Elon Musk is not big on free speech after he banned a raft of journalists from the platform. We get more on this with Jess Ke...

More interest hikes hitting homeowners

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With more interest hikes hitting homeowners and mortgage holders, we discuss its implication with Paraic Kissane Financial Advisor and member of the ...

It’s all about Mbappe vs Messi this weekend.

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s all about Mbappe vs Messi this weekend. Phil Egan from off The Ball previews the highly anticipated World Cup final.

Loneliness among the young and old at Christmas

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We speak about the issue of loneliness this Christmas, particularly among our older population with Brendan Kelly, Professor of Psychiatry, at Trinity...

SOS: Cobblers wanted

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the final run up to Christmas, we’re all scrambling to the get shopping done, food ordered and the house looking spick and span. Wouldn’t the ...

Third party funding in legal cases

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the legislation being brought forward in the area of third-party funding in legal cases with Seamus Maye Chair of the International Small ...

The lack of fines for cyclists

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There were just 71 fines in three years for motorists dangerously overtaking cyclists. We get a reaction from Cllr Donna Cooney, Green Party Dublin Ci...

Parasites influencing wolves behavior

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

New research shows parasites give wolves what it takes to be pack leader, and may impact human behavior. All to discuss with Dr Ruth Freeman, Directo...

The latest from Gerry Hutch murder trial

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We hear details of the latest Jonathan Dowdall evidence in the Gerry Hutch murder trial from Courts Correspondent Frank Greaney.

An Irish peacekeeper has died in Lebanon

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

An Irish peacekeeper has died in Lebanon and another has been seriously injured, the Department of Defence has announced. Pat spoke to Lieutenant Gene...

A €2.5m European-funded grant to develop alternative medicine to antibiotics.

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We hear from Professor Paul Ross a cork professor and Director of APC Microbiome Ireland, who has just received a €2.5m European-funded grant to dev...

Behind Movie Scenes 'A Room with A View'

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Turn of the century romance in A Room With a View is Bill Hughes’ choice this week.

Irish Times Feeder School Tables 2022

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Private schools reign supreme when it comes to third level progression while Deis school have taken a backward step. All are detailed in the Irish Tim...

Chip War: The Fight for the World's Most Critical Technology

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to Author Chris Miller next about the importance about the Microchip and how the power in many sectors is built on the foundation of the comp...

What to look out for when giving or getting a gift voucher this Christmas.

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Conor Pope, Consumer Affairs Correspondent at the Irish Times brings us advice on what to look out for when giving or getting a gift voucher this Chri...

Petrol Prices at an all time low

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The good news amidst the cost of living crisis is that petrol and diesel prices at their lowest since September 2021. Transport consultant Conor Fau...

Fitness during winter months

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With daylight and motivation in short supply in this winter, we speak to Derval O’Rourke about getting back to exercise.

The Problem of Snow Tourism

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss how bad the weather will get and the problem of snow tourism in the Wicklow and Dublin Mountains. Joining Jonathan this morning was Cathal ...

Last minute winter and January holiday deals

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Travel Expert Sarah Slattery has some last-minute winter and January holiday deal ideas.

Author, British Bake-Off Judge and Cook Prue Leith

13 Dec 2022

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British Bake-off Star and renowned cook and Author, Prue Leith joined Jonathan on the show as she brings her tales of wisdom to Olympia theatre next y...

50 lambs killed in dog attack

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to the farmer who lost 50 of his lambs after a horrific dog attack at his farm over the weekend and we ask what needs to be done to stop thes...

"It is high time people were allowed access to it again" Smithfield Market

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dublin City Council is expected to spend millions on renovation and conservation works to the Smithfield Fruit and Vegetable Market. A design team ha...

Could a new energy poverty plan ease pressure on households across the country?

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The cabinet is expected to sign off on a new plan to help deal with energy poverty, with a new Government energy hardship fund set to be created. Coul...

Dealing with family this Christmas

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As Christmas approaches, many will have to navigate difficult family gatherings. Psychologist and author Dr. Malie Coyne will advise.

Cases of RSV, COVID, Strep A and flu on the rise

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As is normal at this time of year, coughs and runny noses are widespread amongst children but with cases of RSV, Covid, Strep A, and flu on the rise w...

Ask The expert: How to stay warm in your home this winter

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trying to safe heat and money while staying warm in your home, our Monday expert will be sharing his expert tips on how to do so. Joining us on the sh...

200 Parishes become 53 as a priest shortage hits Ireland

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nearly 200 parishes are to be amalgamated into 53 as the reality of priest shortage is laid bare. For reaction, Jonathan spoke to Fr John Kenny Paris...

Almost 7,000 undocumented migrants and asylum seekers granted permission to remain in Ireland

12 Dec 2022

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Thousands of undocumented migrants and asylum seekers have been given permission to stay living in Ireland. The Regularisation Scheme was open to th...

Party leaders will discuss the cabinet reshuffle tonight

12 Dec 2022

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The three government party leaders will discuss the cabinet reshuffle tonight. Danny McConnell Political Editor with The Irish Examiner joined us for...

The implications and consequences to a overhaul of planning regulations

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As draft purposals are being brought forward to cabinet tomorrow looking to overhaul planning regulations, we discuss and debate its implications and ...

Messi marches on and Ronaldo leaves Qatar in tears

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Messi marches on and Ronaldo leaves Qatar in tears. Off The Ball’s Kathleen McNamee has all the sport.

Homelessness heading into Winter

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jonathan was joined on the show by Alice Leahy Director of services at the Alice Leahy Trust about the problem of homelessness amid the winter cold sn...

An artic mass moves over the country

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As an artic mass moves over the country met Eireann forecasts temperatures as low as minus 8 to minus 10 degrees. We spoke to Cathal Nolan Climate Sci...

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

09 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We take a look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat today was Elaine Loughlin Deputy Political Editor with the Irish E...

Over half of the active travel budget for 2022 may go unspent this year.

09 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Over half of the active travel budget for 2022 may go unspent this year. We’ll find out why with Alastair McKinstry, Green Party Councillor for Cona...

A festive cake recipe from Gareth Mullins

09 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chef Gareth Mullins has a festive cake recipe for us to try this week Christmas spiced pear Bundt cake with caramel sauce.

Supplies of penicillin aren’t meeting demand

09 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As patients need for antibiotics surges, we hear that supplies of penicillin aren’t meeting demand. For more on this Pat spoke to Dr. Sinead Beirne,...