The Pat Kenny Show

Could the Shannon Estuary hold the key to unlocking our wind energy potential?

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Shannon estuary has been identified as one of the best locations in Europe to develop large-scale offshore wind energy. We asked Could the Shannon...

Hen and Stag party activities in Limerick

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As we broadcast to you live from Limerick this morning one boost for the local economy during the shoulder season are Hen and Stag parties. But what ...

Shop around for fixed rates mortgages

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

‘’Look before you jump’’, that’s the advice as homeowners and prospective buyers could pay an extra €31,680 in the first five years, we di...

Threats against direct provision centre in Co Wicklow

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The owner of a Direct Provision Centre in Co Wicklow says he is taking threats against the premises seriously. Gardai are investigating an incident af...

Sport: The World Cup in underway

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The world cup is underway and Ireland beat Malta, just. Off The Ball’s Kathleen McNamee brings us all the sports news.

Artificial intelligence is helping doctors diagnose preeclampsia

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As Science Foundation Ireland’s Science Summit gets underway, we are joined on the show by Philip Nolan Director General of Science Foundation Ire...

The most dangerous roads in Ireland

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We hear about the most dangerous roads in Ireland with Sligo topping the list. Pat spoke to Ralph Riegel Southern Correspondent with the Irish Indepen...

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

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We take look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this week was Sinead O’Carroll, Editor Journal.ie, Gary Gannon Soc...

A winter warming receipe from Garth Mullins

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Gareth Mullins has the perfect recipe for a cold dark evening in, a hearty Beef Stroganoff dish.

Jessica Parker wears Irish brand Triona.

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sex And The City star Sarah Jessica Parker has been spotted wearing Irish brand Triona. The new york icon purchased the faye coat in Donegal town on h...

A USA news roundup

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nancy Pelosi has stepped down, Republicans are reclaiming the house and Elon Musks' ultimatum has backfired. We get all the news from the USA with Ter...

Road rage is on the rise

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve all heard of road rage, but what exactly is it and how can we stop it? To discuss Pat spoke to Stephanie Regan, clinical psychotherapist, and ...

'Dead In The Water' by Kit Chellel and Mathew Campbell

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Author Kit Chellel joined Pat this morning on the show to chat about his new book 'Dead In The Water'.

The impact of higher mortgages for those trying to make ends meet

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With mortgage payments and interest rates rising dramatically for many homeowners, we discuss the significance and impacts for those trying to make en...

World Cup Game One kicks off this Sunday

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

World Cup Game One kicks off this Sunday, the Wallabies come to town, and all the reaction from Ireland v Norway. We have all the sports with Off The...

More and more women are enquiring about Vasectomies

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

More and more women are enquiring about Vasectomies here. To discuss the details is Dr. Justin Kwong. We also hear about some new insights and resear...

How fans are feeling about Qatar 2022

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The countdown is on for the Fifa World Cup in Qatar. It kicks off on Sunday, with the hosts facing Ecuador. But after corruption, human rights atrocit...

Is the world of work in regression?

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Is the world of work in regression? We discuss Michael D Higgins’s comments on joining a trade union, with Owen Reidy General Secretary of ICTU, an...

ACDC frontman Brian Johnson on his new memoir

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to one of rock music’s true legends AC/DC front man Brian Johnson. Brian has written a new memoir called 'The Lives Of Brian'.

Does cryptocurrency have a future?

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do cryptocurrencies have a future? Katie Martin Markets Editor from The Financial Times joined Pat on the show to discuss.

Toll fees are set to increase in January

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Toll fees are set to increase on motorways all over the country in January. Will this affect your commute? For more on this Pat spoke to Shane O’Don...

Do children need protection from online junk-food marketing?

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do children need protection from online junk-food marketing? Joining Pat to discuss was Chris Macey Director of Advocacy at the Irish Heart Foundatio...

It’s one month to go until the Cabinet re-shuffle

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s one month to go until the Cabinet re-shuffle. We discuss who’s in and who’s out with Daniel McDonnell from the Irish Examiner.

The teacher shortage and what’s causing it?

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We hear the counties worst affected by the teacher shortage and what’s causing it? Joining Pat to discuss was Principal Vicky Barron CBS Primary Sch...

Non COVID Viruses doing the rounds among children

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With children returning to school there are numerous viruses making the rounds. Here to tell us how we can spot and prevent our children getting sick ...

The Donald is back on the campaign trail for 2024

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Donald is back on the campaign trail for 2024. We get more details from Terry Sheridan Managing Editor, WSHU Public Radio.

No more non work electrical appliances in public sector offices

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kettles, fans, heaters, fridges, and all other “non-work related” electrical appliances will be banned in public sector offices from the end of ne...

Behind The Movies: Kingsmen: The Secret Service

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bill Hughes goes behind the scenes of the action comedy Kingsmen: The Secret Service.

Roddy Collins on his fascinating life in football

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Former player and manager Roddy Collins joined Pat on the show to chat about his new book 'The Rodfather' which details his fascinating life in footba...

Rockets land in Poland

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Duncan Bullivant Special Advisor to the Head of the Bosnia peacekeeping mission, part of the UK mission to Kosovo in 1999, and CEO of the Henderson G...

Green Scene: The long-distance relationships in birds,

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's Green Scene with Dr. Ruth Freeman, Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland we hear about long-distance relationsh...

Motoring: The increase of insurance premiums

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Transport Consultant Conor Faughnan joined us today to discuss World Day of Remembrance for road victims and the increase of Insurance premiums.

How power corrupts

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We hear how power corrupts, with a specific focus on the way Putin wields his power with Ian Robertson, clinical psychologist, and neuroscientist, Eme...

Are young people hurtling towards early-onset deafness

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are young people hurtling towards early-onset deafness because of headphones and loud music? To discuss further Pat was joined on the show by Dr Sandr...

Tech With Jess: A review of The Nothing Earbuds

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly brings us a review of the new Nothing Earbuds and also answers listeners' tech questions.

The Great Irish History Book

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Myles Dungan joined Pat this morning to discuss his new book The Great Irish History Book. His new book illustrated by Alan Dunne recalls Ireland's ri...

How to protect our online profiles from fraud

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s International Fraud Awareness Week, and we’ve teamed up with the Bank of Ireland to help educate and inform how to protect our online profile...

The world population has hit 8 Billion

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The world population has hit 8 Billion today but what does this mean for our planet? For more on this Pat spoke to Environmental Journalist John Gibbo...

Concerning research reveals that LGBTQ+ school students are feeling unsafe. We get the details

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Following a survey carried out by Belong To, it was been revealed 76% of LGBTQ+ students in post-primary schools feel unsafe at school. Joining Pat to...

Minister Simon Coveney on Ukraine The North and the cabinet reshuffle

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining us this morning to discuss, Ukraine, The Northern Irish Protocol and a looming cabinet reshuffle was Minister for Foreign Affairs and Minister...

Cervical cancer campaigner Vicky Phelan has passed away

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The sad news was announced today that cervical cancer campaigner Vicky Phelan has passed away. Pat spoke to her solicitor Cian O’Carroll.

Martin O'Neill on his new memoir

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Former Irish football Manager Martin O'Neill joins us to discuss his fascinating Career from Park Head to the Aviva all detailed in his new memoir 'O...

The latest on that bird flu outbreak in Co. Monaghan.

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We get have the latest on that bird flu outbreak in Co. Monaghan with Nigel Sweetnam, Chair of the IFA Poultry Committee, and Niall Hatch, Head of Com...

The Move to ban vaping for under 18s

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Will we see a move to ban vaping for those under 18s ? To discuss this further Pat was joined on the show by Dr Emmet O’Brien Consultant Respirator...

Families face a frantic scramble for the top Christmas toy

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Could global supply issues and last-minute Christmas shoppers be putting the timely arrival of top toys in jeopardy? To discuss this further Pat spoke...

Renowned designer Bruce Mau on re-imagining the Worl

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bruce Mau is the co-founder and chief executive officer of Massive Change Network (MCN), a global design consultancy based in the Chicago area. Across...

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

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We take look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat today was Senator Timmy Dooley Fianna Fail Seanad Spokesperson on Clim...

Protests by a cohort of childcare providers taking place today

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Protests by a cohort of childcare providers, who say they have been marginalised by the Government’s new Core Funding model, leaves thousands of pa...

Decarbonisation Day at COP

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today marks Decarbonisation Day at COP27. Joining us to discuss this and how we can reduce our carbon levels is Green Party MEP, Ciaran Cuffe.

Food with Gareth: Apple Crumble

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Gareth Mullins gives us the recipe for a deliciously traditional apple crumble.

Today is National Singles Day!

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today is National Singles Day! Here to celebrate singles day and teach us all to flirt like pro’s is Irish Matchmaker & Dating Specialist with Love ...

The price of a pint going up

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The price of your pint could cost more from December 1st. We’ll pour through the details with Ollie Grimes Owner of The Snug in Skerries, Dublin, Al...

A look ahead to a busy weekend of sport

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Derry and Shelbourne clash at the Aviva and Tadgh Furlong will lead Ireland out for the first time. We preview the weekend of sport with Off The Ball’...

First Ulster Bank accounts to be frozen from today

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The deadline is looming for Ulster Bank and KBC customers to make the switch, with the remaining accounts to be frozen from today. But what happens to...

Need to get NCT’d? Better get in line

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Motorists are waiting an average of about 25 days for NCT tests but on Thursday, the Dáil heard of backlogs of up to six months as political pressure...

The twitter saga continues.....

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Twitter saga continues with rumours of their potential bankruptcy and senior leaders leaving the company. Newstalk |Technology Correspondent Jess ...

Minister Eamon Ryan on Cop 27 and climate change

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Minister for Transport, Climate, Environment & Communications Eamon Ryan joined Pat in the studio to discuss Cop27 and the climate emergency.

“Inside Qatar: Hidden Stories from One of The Richest Nations on Earth”

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

John McManus, author of “Inside Qatar: Hidden Stories from One of The Richest Nations on Earth”

A Drinkaware survey has teens are drinking younger,

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A Drinkaware survey has found that teens who are drinking younger. Pat discusses the findings of the report with Dr. Mary Ryan Consultant Endocrinolo...

Local reaction to Center Parcs expansion plans in Longford

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Future of a €100 million expansion of Center Parcs in Co Longford is uncertain as objections have been lodged to An Bord Pleanála. Newstalk r...

Niamh Ennis - Author of Unstuck

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Transformation coach Niamh Ennis joined Pat on the show to discuss her new book ‘Get Unstuck’, which charts her personal journey moving from being...

|The big political stories making headlines today

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Gerard Howlin Public affairs consultant, political commentator and former senior government adviser. joins us to discuss all the big political storie...

Who will the winners and losers be in the US Midterms?

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Who will the winners and losers be in the US Midterms? To discuss with Pat was joined in studio by Patti Shields, Democrats Abroad in Ireland and als...

Behind Movie Scenes '

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bill Hughes goes behind the scenes of Robert Redford’s classic Oscar-winner, Ordinary People.

Social Welfare Reform

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Higher earners could receive larger welfare payments if they lose their job under fresh proposals due to go to Cabinet before Christmas. For more on ...

Green Scene: The amazing aye-aye and its incredible hands!

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Ruth Freeman, Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland joined Pat with results of the recent Biodiversity Index and how rewil...

Psychological Society of Ireland host Annual Conference

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr Vincent McDarby, Psychological Society of Ireland President joins us from their Annual Conference taking place today to chat about topics and guest...

Advice when flying with children

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A young boy was devastated when a woman was sitting in his reserved window seat due to a ‘technical glitch’. To discuss, children and travel are t...

Man fatally stabbed in Dublin apartment taken over by ‘cuckooing’ drug users,

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Man fatally stabbed in Dublin apartment taken over by ‘cuckooing’ drug users. For more on this Pat spoke to Kitty Holland Social Affairs Correspo...

Inside the Crime: The Charles Self Murder

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The No. 1 podcast series hosted by Newstalk’s Court Correspondent, Frank Greaney returns for a second series. ‘Inside the Crime’ investigates ...

Tech With Jess: A review of the Google Pixel Watch

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly takes a look at the new Google Pixel Watch and answers listeners' technology questions.

Edible Economics

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

From Chicken to inequality, from prawns to mass production the book ‘’Edible Economics’’ delves into the stories of economics in bite-size chu...

Christmas markets and hotel breaks this festive season

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We have all you need to know on the Christmas Markets, Airports, and Hotel Breaks ahead of the festive season with Pól Ó Conghaile Travel Editor, Ir...

What can be done to help our dangerously under-pressure ED Departments?

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With an uncertain winter ahead, what can be done to help our dangerously under-pressure ED Departments? We discuss this with Professor Chris Luke and ...

Christmas markets and hotel breaks this festive season

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We have all you need to know on the Christmas Markets, Airports, and Hotel Breaks ahead of the festive season with Pól Ó Conghaile Travel Editor, Ir...

Many older people struggling to regain independence since the pandemic

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Age Action is warning that many older people are still struggling to regain their independence since the pandemic. Changes to routines and fears ove...

Reaction to claims of abuse at Holy Ghost Schools

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Claims of abuse in Blackrock college and other Holy Ghost schools in Dublin have resurfaced following a RTÉ Radio 1 documentary yesterday. In reacti...

Inside the Crime podcast ‘’The Charles Self Murder’’

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Season 2 of the Inside the Crime podcast ‘’the Charles Self Murder’’, with episode 1 out today. Charles was a talented RTÉ set designer who...

The infinite possibilities of Science Week

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We hear about the infinite possibilities of Science Week next with the Director General of Science Foundation Ireland, Philip Nolan. Science week is ...

Millionaires and household wealth

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’re rich!! Well, some households are according to the latest Central Bank data, we drill down into the numbers with Seamus Coffey, Lecturer in Eco...

Ask The Expert: Sustainable energy expert Brian McIntyre

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sustainable energy expert Brian McIntyre of the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland was our expert today and Brian discussed how we can make more ...

A new show starring Panti Bliss in the Abbey Theatre

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to the queen of Ireland herself; Panti Bliss, about her upcoming show at the Abbey Theatre entitled- ‘If These Wigs Could Talk’.

A new study of long COVID symptoms

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A new study of long COVID symptoms has found that two-thirds of people report lingering symptoms. Speaking to Pat this morning was Professor Jack Lamb...

Americans go to the ballot box tomorrow

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Americans go to the ballot box tomorrow for the midterm elections, what are the states to watch? and what will it mean for the 2024 presidential elect...

Future of the tech industry here in Ireland

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tech giant meta has announced it will significantly decrease its staff in 2023. This follows similar news from companies such as Twitter and Stripe. W...

Creeslough one month on “what happened is still very raw for people”

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our reporter Barry Whyte revisits the community of Creeslough, one month on from the terrible tragedy.

Tourist towns demand a more structured approach to the influx of refugees

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tourist towns demand a more structured approach to the influx of refugees. To discuss this further Pat was joined on the show by Hotelier and Kerry Co...

"You Don’t Know What War Is"

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

12-year-old Yeva Skalietska will be on to tell us all about her book ‘You Don’t Know What War Is’. Her gripping book accounts for her and her gr...

Why are thousands of social housing units lying vacant?

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With the housing crisis deepening, why are thousands of social housing units lying vacant? Rebecca Moynihan, Labour Senator and Party Spokesperson on...

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

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We take a look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat today was Catherine Murphy Social Democrats TD For Kildare and Co-l...

Panto season approaches

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As Panto season approaches and preparations are in full swing for the big opening night, we catch up with stars of the Panto taking place at the natio...

Mass layoffs at Twitter

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly brings us the very latest on the mass layoffs at Twitter begins and as employees wait anxiously.

Brazil Election fallout

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Does Lula’s victory in the Brazilian presidential race signal a return to democracy?Constance Malleret is a freelance journalist based in Rio who s...

Will a new Garda taskforce clean up street crime?

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Will a new Garda taskforce clean up street crime in the capital? To discuss Pat was joined this morning by Mary Fitzpatrick, Fianna Fail Senator, and ...

Switcvhing banks not a straightforward for some customers

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Switching banks seems like a straightforward prospect, but it seems to be anything but for many customers. For more details on this Pat spoke to Siobh...

Are we experiencing climate change fatigue?

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Has the barrage of climate emergency stats and reports left people with climate change fatigue? Josh Crosbie report for us.

Where to now for An Bord Pleanála?

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Malpractice and Misgovernance, where to now for An Bord Pleanála? Pat discusses this with Mick Clifford Special correspondent with the Irish Examiner...

A US new round up

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Midterm elections, the FBI investigation of Trump, and the threat of civil strife, all in our our US news roundup with Terry Sheridan Managing Editor...

'Breaking' Trauma in the newsroom

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We hear about the physical & emotional impact on journalists reporting difficult subject matter while also witnessing war, death, famine, and terroris...

Discussing alternatives to the 5% Concrete Levy

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The government has confirmed a 5% tax on concrete products beginning September 2023. Joining Pat to discuss his suggestions for alternatives to this t...