The Pat Kenny Show
Episodes
How do we solve our rural transport problem
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What do we need to do to improve our transport connectivity in rural areas, we discuss this with Seamus Boland CEO of Irish Rural Link, and also Tim G...
The challenges of our health service waiting lists
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An economist compares the challenges facing the health service to ‘’climbing Skellig Michael’’. Speaking to Pat this morning was Brian Turner ...
Drop in personal injuries claims
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With a drop in personal injury claims, should consumers see a reduction in their premium rates? Pat discussed this with Glen Tector Owner of The Soni...
The value of the social media influencer
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Newstalk's Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly looks at the value of the social media influencer & if a more ethical pathway is the future for pushing...
Does porn have a place in modern society?
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
‘’Is porn always degrading to women?’’ or is there a place for it in modern society? We discuss with Jenny Keane Holistic Sex Educator and Dr....
Is the Housing For All Plan already beginning to falter
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is the ambitious Housing For All Plan already beginning to falter? We discuss with Cian O’Callaghan Social Democrats TD for Dublin Bay North, Part...
The latest from Ukraine
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As missile strikes earlier this week and Ukraine calls Russia's bluff on the grain deal we get an update from Ukraine with James Waterhouse BBC’s U...
Behind Movie Scenes 'Fatal Attraction'
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Huges takes us behind the movie scenes of Fatal Attraction.
Keeping safe on the roads this winter
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Transport Commentator Conor Faughnan joined Pat on the show this morning to discuss how to stay safe on the roads this winter and to talk about the da...
Staffing levels are at critical point in our maternity hospitals
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Staffing levels are at a critical point in our maternity hospitals. We’ll hear from the Director of nursing and midwifery at the National Maternity ...
Supvet Noel Fitzpatrick on his new book
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We talk to Professor Noel Fitzpatrick on his new book ‘’Beyond Supervet’’.
The latest on the looming elections in Northern Ireland
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Déja vu all over again? We get the latest on the looming elections in Northern Ireland with Conor Murphy, Northern Ireland Finance Minister and Sinn ...
Actor and author Hugh Bonneville on his new book
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Actor and Author Hugh Bonneville joined Pat on the show today to chat about his new book 'Playing Under The Piano'
Tech with Jess: Live from The Web Summit
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jess Kelly on the latest from the Web Summit as it opens this afternoon. We find out what to expect from Lisbon.
The history of air traffic control services
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Air Traffic Control services celebrate 100 years of managing safe air travel throughout the world. Joining Pat this morning was IAA Air Traffic Contro...
Four in ten Garda stations see crime rise
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
e hear why crime is up in four out of ten Garda stations despite lockdown with Fianna Fáil county councillor Damien Ryan, member of the Mayo Joint Po...
Botox not just for beauty
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Botox is not just for beauty, it can be used for other procedures like pain relief and to reduce excess sweating. Dr. Paul Kielty Medical aesthetics ...
How we live as normal while refugees flee atrocities
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do we live as normal while Ukraine refugees flee atrocities Stephanie Regan, clinical psychotherapist discusses this with Pat this morning.
Fines for excessive turf burning come into effect
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The possibility of two years of jail time or a €13,000 fine for excessive turf burning come into effect. We discuss with Michael Healy Rae Independe...
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum with Paul McAuliffe TD - Dublin NorthWest - Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Local Go...
Food With Gareth : Roast Chicken Casserole with pumpkin, cannellini beans and kale
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Roast Chicken Casserole with pumpkin, cannellini beans and kale is the recipe of choice with Gareth Mullins today.
BBC apologise for their ‘Paddy’ slur
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The BBC apologised for their 'throwing a paddy' social media post, we get reaction by comedian Jarlath Regan.
French Minister for European Affairs Laurence Boone
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined on the show this morning by French Minister for European Affairs Laurence Boone to talk about our relationship with her country, Brexit...
The live Crib cancelled after 27 years
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After 27 years the live crib has been cancelled for Christmas as Dublin City Council bans farmyard animals – we debate with John Carmody Animal Righ...
Loftus Hall set to be turned into a luxury hotel
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our reporter Aoife Kearns travelled to Estate house Loftus Hall, once known as one of the most haunted buildings in Ireland, as it's set to be turned ...
A new film about Lyra McKee
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Award-winning documentary maker Alison Millar joined Pat this morning to chat about her new film about her friend Lyra McKee.
Is a job and a third-level education not enough to protect people from poverty?
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is a job and a third-level education not enough to protect people from poverty? To discuss with Pat were Michelle Murphy Research and policy analyst ...
Boxed With John Fardy features 'Girls'
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In Boxed with John Fardy we take a look at ‘’Girls’’ which looks at the lives of four Brooklyn twentysomethings.
Artist Gerard Byrne on his new book ‘’Turning Corners’’
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From meeting Ronald Reagan to being a flying electrician in the Australian outback, we talk to artist Gerard Byrne on his new book ‘’Turning Corne...
Changes coming for family court via the family bill
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are changes on the way for the family court services and maintenance payments. To explain the changes Pat was joined on the show by Family Law S...
Neven Maguire’s ‘More Midweek Meals’
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Celebrity chef Neven Maguire chats to Pat about his new cookbook 'More Midweek Meals’.
Beat the peak pilot scheme from ESB Networks
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We hear about a new scheme introduced to combat the pressure on our electricity supply, particularly at peak times. Joining Pat to explain the scheme ...
A low uptake on second booster jabs among healthcare workers
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A low uptake on second booster jabs among healthcare workers. We’ll discuss Eoghan De Barra Consultant in infectious diseases at Beaumont Hospital...
Why Sea turtles can now swim easier
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ruth Freeman tells us what choices we can make to ensure a ‘lower-waste’ Halloween and why Sea turtles can now swim easier in this week's Green Sc...
Minister Paschal Donohue on mortgage rates and more
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Minister for Finance for Ireland. President of the Eurogroup. Fine Gael TD for Dublin Central Paschal Donohoe joined Pat this morning on the show.
Dawn O’Porter on her third novel ‘’Cat Lady’’
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Witty, pacy and convention-defying. Dawn O’Porter on her third novel ‘’Cat Lady’’.
USA news roundup with Terry Sheridan
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Weinstein to appeal his 2020 conviction in New York, a school shooting in St.Louis, and the Trump family on trial for fraud, all in our U.S roundup wi...
Behind Movie Scenes 'Empire Of The Sun'
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bill goes behind the scenes of 1987 American epic coming-of-age war film directed by Steven Spielberg Empire Of The Sun.
Valerie Cox on her new book 'When I Was Your Age'
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Valerie Cox, Journalist and Author joined Pat to chat about her new book 'When I Was Your Age'.
Improved rights for employees to work from home
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Improved rights for employees to work from home. We’ll discuss the pros and cons with Maeve McElwee Director for employer relations - IBEC and also ...
Money mules some as young as 14
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As the cost of living ratchets up, some as young people 14 are being targeted to work as money mules. For more on this Pat spoke to Michael Cryan, Ch...
Motoring: The return of the bubble car
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Motoring Editor Sunday Independent Geraldine Herbert has all the latest motoring news including the main points from today’s RSA conference and the ...
Reduced concrete levy will still add €1,200 to a new buil
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We hear that the reduced concrete levy will still add €1,200 to a new build. For more on this Pat was joined by Jack Horgan-Jones, Political Reporte...
Climate change is affecting how risks are underwritten and priced globally
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Could climate change affect your insurance premium? We’ll hear how risk assessment is changing rapidly with Aisling Kennedy Actuary and non-executiv...
Irish classes for non-native English speakers
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
People from Ukraine, Spain, Hungary and Germany living in Dublin are spending their evening’s learning the Irish language. The reason many gave for ...
Who is Rishi Sunak?
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The UK has a new Prime Minister. But who is Rishi Sunak? Philip Webster will profile the new leader with Philip Webster Philip Webster Former Politica...
Second-hand cars jump over 60% in cost
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Second-hand cars jump over 60% in cost, we discuss why this is happening with Shane O’Donoghue Editor with completecar.ie.
Preparation advice for running the Dublin marathon
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Dublin Marathon takes place this weekend. We’ll speak with some Marathon champions for final preparation advice. On the show today Pat spoke to ...
Pubs are set to open until 12.30am and nightclubs to 6am
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Pubs are set to open until 12.30am and nightclubs to 6am? Is it a positive move? For reaction, Pat spoke to discuss with Amanda Brunker writer, Buzz O...
Payment to host refugees is to double
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Payment to host refugees is to double, but will it be enough to ease the pressure? We’ll get the latest with Daniel McConnell, Political Editor Iris...
The Road To Riverdance by Bill Whelan
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Composer Bill Whelan joined Pat this morning on the show to chat about his road to Riverdance in a wonderful new book.
Home Carers Waiting List
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are currently over 6,000 people on a waiting list for HSE-approved home care and that list is expected to grow ahead of the winter ‘twindemic’...
Ask The Expert: Dr Arthur Cummings, Wellington Eye Centre
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Arthur Cummings, Wellington Eye Centre was our 'Ask The Expert' this morning on the show and answered a wide ranging selection of question on eye ...
Thousands attend GamerFest at the RDS
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Thousands of gamers packed out the RDS over the weekend to experience the latest technologies and entertainment on the market. Ireland's biggest gami...
Seeing a surge in stolen bikes
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With the surge in bike theft recently we ask what can we do to prevent bike thefts across the country? For more on this Pat was spoke Sergeant Ber Lee...
Emirates Airline recruitment drive for cabin crew
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Enda Corneille Country Manager, Emirates Airlines joined Pat to chat about their recruitment drive for cabin crew happening in Dublin on 27 Oct.
Why is there a 20% drop in registered childminders?
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We look at the 20% drop in registered childminders and ask why its happening? Joining Pat to discuss was Joan O’Sullivan Child Carers association ...
Richard E Grant on his new book
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Actor Richard E Gran joined Pat this morning on the show to chat about his new book ''A Pocketful of Happiness’’.
Sport: Rory McIlroy back at the top
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Rory McIlroy back at the top, Arsenal slip up and Boxing wins for Ireland, all the sport with Off The Ball’s Cathal Mullaney.
What Sewage can tell us?
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What can toilet water tell us about the behaviour of a populace? Can sewage be a source of information? We discuss with Dr Leon Barron a Reader in An...
Boris out and Rishi set for number 10
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Boris out and Rishi set for number 10. We’ll get all the latest from London with George Parker, Political Editor of The Financial Times and Jeremy ...
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We take look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining us today was Francis Fitzgerald MEP for Dublin, and Vice president of EPP ...
Should smoking be banned in Public Beaches and Parks?
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Should the government extend the smoking ban to Public Beaches and Parks? We will discuss the implications of such a move with Liam Herrick Executive ...
10 years of Breakthrough Cancer Research
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Charity Breakthrough Cancer Research is celebrating 10 years this month We hear about the charity’s future plans with Orla Dolan CEO of Breakthrou...
Food with Gareth: Cookie !!!!!!!!!!
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth Mullins brings us through the creation of mouth-watering milk chocolate chip spider cookies and cinnamon and cream cheese cookie sandwiches.
Josh Crosbie catches up with some cycling enthusiasts
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As the news of our planned cross-border bid for the Tour de France settles our reporter Josh Crosbie catches up with some cycling enthusiasts.
Who is maneuvering for power in the UK?
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Liz Truss’s resignation, the political fallout in the UK and those already maneuvering for power, we discuss with Kieran Cuddihy Host of Newstalk’...
The latest from the Hutch trial
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
AK-47s, Ammunition, and hit squads. We hear the latest from the Hutch trial up with Newstalk Court Correspondent Frank Greaney.
Stanley Johnson on UK Politics
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Stanley Johnson, Boris’s dad, Writer, former MEP, and environmental campaigner spoke to Anton about his reaction to the state of Uk politics.
Liz truss resignation fallout
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Just 44 days after taking over from Boris Johnson, Liz Truss resigned as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. We get a reaction from London with Adam...
Joint bid to host Tour de France
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With news that Ireland is set to place an all Island bid to host the opening stages of the Tour de France in either 2026 or 2027. We get a reaction fr...
The tall task of modernising Irish healthcare
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The tall task of modernising Irish healthcare and what we can learn from the U.S. Speaking to Pat this morning was Michael Dowling CEO of Northwell He...
Chaos in the House Of Commons
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After a day of chaos in the house of commons, will Liz Truss have to go? We’ll get reactions from the UK with George Parker, Political Editor of The...
Looking after your bone health on World Osteoporosis Day
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mary Kennedy calls on Irish women over 65 to prioritise bone health on World Osteoporosis day
Eviction ban announced by Government is constitutional
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We hear that the eviction ban announced by the government is constitutional with Dr Sarah Hamill Assistant Professor at the School of Law at TCD.
The latest from the Irish Dancing Feis fixing scandal
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As two top members resign from An Coimisiún le Rincí Gaelacha (CLRG) in the wake of the Irish Dancing Feis fixing scandal, we get the very latest de...
What are the most popular Halloween costumes for 2022?
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Families around the world are counting down to one of the spookiest times of the year. Some are going to Halloween experiences, buying pumpkins, and ...
Mortgage rule changes
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The central Bank is set to announce Mortgage lending eases which will allow households to borrow up to four times their income. For more on this Pat ...
Behind Movie Scenes 'Oceans Eleven'
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Hughes goes behind the scenes of the slick 2011 movie Ocean's Eleven.
Green Scene: What is dark data ?
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Ruth Freeman discusses the link between Vegetarianism and depression and also we hear about dark data.
Women are paying over the odds with car insurance
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Transport commentator Conor Faughnan discusses the new pathfinder projects and why women are paying over the odds when it comes to insurance.
German Cyber Chief Sacked
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
German Cybersecurity Chief sacked following reports of Russia connections, we get more details on this with Kate Brady a freelance journalist in Germa...
More flooding expected in the south of the country
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We get the very latest on the weather as Met Éireann issues rain warnings for 16 counties today with Cathal Nolan Founder of Ireland’s weather chan...
Des Cahill on leaving Sunday Game
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Des Cahill explains why he is stepping away from The Sunday Game.
Alastair Campbell on the chaos that is UK politics
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Writer, communicator, consultant, strategist, and mental health campaigner. Does podcast The Rest is Politics with ex-Tory minister Rory Stewart
We hear about the START campaign
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The START campaign is a five-year public health awareness campaign from Safe fFood, the HSE, and Healthy Ireland. Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytica...
Is money ruining football?
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This morning on the show we discuss money and it’s negative effect on the world of soccer with Miguel Delaney Chief football writer with The Indepen...
How much psychology goes into the layout of shops?
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How much psychology goes into the layout of shops? Niamh Higgins Managing Director of Tap Creative.
Children without bus transport walk 17km to school
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Pat spoke to Lillian a mother who is walking 17 kilometres to school this morning with her child in protest at being left without a place on the schoo...
The trial of Gerry “The Monk” Hutch starts today
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Frank Greaney on the trial of Gerry “The Monk” Hutch, which is taking place today and has already been dubbed ‘Ireland's gangland trial of the ...
How to exercise safely?
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How to exercise safely? What's the right amount for you what you need to know? Pat asked Andrew Dunne, Clinical Exercise Specialist and Founder of Per...
Minister Ryan on Pathfinder Projects to bring more public transport, walking and cycling options to our cities
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Minister Eamon Ryan joined Pat on the show to discuss the initiative of bringing more public transport, cycling and walking to our communities by 2025...
How many soldiers has Vladimir Putin lost since the start of the war in Ukraine?
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How many Russian soldiers have been killed in Ukraine? What we know, how we know it and what it really means. The estimates range from 1,351 and 43,00...
Ian Rankins' latest book "A Heart Full of Headstones"
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bestselling author and creator of the infamous John Rebus series, Sir Ian Rankin stopped by at Newstalk and joined Pat to discuss.
Will Liz Truss keep her position as a Tory leader?
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lucy Fisher, chief political commentator at the Times Radio talked to Pat this morning about the possibility of current British prime minister, Liz Tr...
Should Dublin be built up, built out or simply built better?
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Permission for Dublin's tallest building was refused by the city council last week. Some of the reasons given were that it would detract from the char...
Foroige’s Big Brother Big Sister Programme
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wished you had a big brother to follow or learn from? Ever hoped for a little sister to keep you young? National youth charity Foroige offers bo...
Jonathan Dowdall due to court today for his role in the Regency Hotel murder
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As Jonathan Dowdall and his father are expected to be sentenced this morning for their role in the Regency Hotel murder, Pat spoke with Newstalk court...
Croi Invisible Nation Campaign - ASCVD Awareness
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) involves the buildup of cholesterol plaque in arteries and includes acute coronary syndrome, peripheral...
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat today was Kathleen Funchion Sinn Fein TD for Carlow- Kilkenny and Pa...