The Pat Kenny Show
Episodes
An Taoiseach Micheál Martin
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An Taoiseach Micháel Martin joined Pat this morning to discuss cost-of-living, refugees, Sinn Féin, mandatory mask-wearing, and more.
Could we see a cancer epidemic due to lack of screening during COVID
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Doctors believe we will face a cancer epidemic due to a lack of screening due to covid.To discuss this further Pat was joined on the show this morning...
Explore the history and heritage of County Louth
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian and Father Ted star Joe Rooney tells us about an interactive experience that allows people to explore the history and heritage of County Lout...
Report: The future of some of our older trades
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With new roles and job titles being created everyday, some of the more traditional positions are being faded out. This can be down to technology or...
The latest from the Irish Dancing Fixing scandal
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We get the latest from the Irish Dancing Feis Fixing scandal with Ellen Coyne, Irish Independent News Correspondent.
Respiratory health and how a pharmacist can help !
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Award-Winning Pharmacist Sheena Mitchell Total Health and host of the WonderBaba.ie Podcast joined Pat to discuss her new podcast is helping parents o...
Green Scene: Birds fake injury to deter predators
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can birds fake injury to deter predators? Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at the Science Foundation Ireland reveals all in this week's Gr...
Behind Movie Scenes 'The Way We Were'
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Hughes goes behind the movie scenes of 'The Way We Were'.
Re-examining my playing Career Former Pro-Rugby Player on Concussion
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The former Munster Hooker Duncan Casey who is re-examining the impact of head trauma he sustained during his rugby career spoke to Pat this morning on...
The average waiting time for the NCT is 24 days
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Will extra mechanics from Spain and the Philippines fix the NCT backlog? For more on this Pat was joined on the show by Transport Commentator Conor Fa...
Ireland's first artificial intelligence ambassador
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined on the show by Patricia Scanlon Ireland's first artificial intelligence ambassador next as she prepares for the National Youth Assembly...
Gaffs on ‘why no one can get a house in Ireland?’
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lecturer in Social Policy in the Department of Applied Social Studies in Maynooth Rory Hearne joined Pat on the show this morning to discuss his new b...
We are going to World Cup
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A great win for Ireland['s Ladies Football Team. Speaking to Pat on what it means for the team and country was player and goal scorer Amber Barrett an...
Tech With Jess: New Google devices up for review
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly going to talk through the new Google devices that have just arrived in for review - Pixel Pro 7 and the n...
Amanda Cassidy on debut novel 'Breaking'
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Journalist Amanda Cassidy joined Pat on the show to talk about her debut novel 'Breaking'.
Plans to feed contraceptive pills to aggressive
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We hear the usual plans to plans to feed contraceptive pills to aggressive seagulls in Dublin. In reaction to these plans, Pat spoke to Niall Hatch He...
Fingal council to hike property tax
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fingal County Council voted to increase local property tax while South Dublin and Dun Laoghaire Rathdown do not. For more on this Pat was joined on th...
Saving money by reducing the cost of your health insurance
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Health Insurance expert from Totalhealthcover.ie Dermot Goode gives advice on saving money by reducing the cost of your health insurance.
Planning approval for more than 1,400 new homes quashed
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
More than 1,400 are set to have their approval quashed after An Bord Pleanála concedes three court cases. We discuss with Arthur Beesley Current Affa...
Dublin Fire Brigade launch their Annual Fireworks Campaign
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dublin Fire Brigade launches its Annual Fireworks Campaign reminding the public that it is illegal to buy and sell fireworks. Also, we get advice on k...
Health Service Winter Plan to be announced today
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Minister Stephen Donnelly is to announce the Health Service Winter Plan at Cabinet today. Will it be enough to deal with an incoming twindemic? We’l...
Ask The Expert: Pensions and auto enrolment
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With the Government signing off on the ‘historic” auto-enrollment scheme, our Monday expert is Personal Finance Journalist, Broadcaster and Co-A...
Donegal native Daniel O'Donnell on a county in mourning
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This morning on the show Pat spoke to Donegal resident Daniel O’Donnell on a county in mourning.
High fuel bills can worsen air pollution in our homes
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With new research showing the effect built-up wood smoke can have on your health; we find out what you need to know if you are thinking of burning woo...
Firms face 'exodus' of women due to menopause
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Menopausal women are leaving the Irish workplace in droves due to lack of support, we discuss this with Loretta Dignam Founder and CEO of The Menopaus...
How people can help the community of Creeslough
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We return to the tragedy in Creeslough with our reporter Barry Whyte and we find out how people can help the community.
Clare Daly on why she voted against a resolution on Russian war escalation
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Irish MEP Clare Daly on why she voted against a resolution on Russian war escalation.
We hear from Donegal after the devastating blast
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We hear from Donegal after the devastating blast that took place in the Creeslough community. Speaking to Pat this morning was Garry Martin Director ...
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this morning was Jim O'Callaghan Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin Bay Sou...
Food with Gareth: Slow cooked lamb shanks with parmesan mashed potato
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth Mullins has our mouths drooling with his delicious Slow cooked lamb shank recipe.
News update from the USA with Terry Sheridan
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
US President Joe Biden has pardoned thousands of Americans convicted of marijuana possession, we crossed over to Terry Sheridan, News Director of WSHU...
Home of Peig Sayers used as a toilet
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Home of Peig Sayers on Blasket Island 'used as a toilet by tourists we find out why former caretaker on the Island.
A winter eviction ban could be on the cards
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A winter eviction ban could be on the cards Pat discussed this with Paul Murphy, People Before Profit TD for Dublin South West, and Mary Conway Spoke...
Head of Irish Water on the quality of Irish drinking water
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Head of Operations at Irish Water Tom Cuddy reacts to the EPA’s report on the quality of Irish drinking water with Pat on the show this morning.
Cheating scandal puts Ireland's chess scene in the spotlight
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chess is a game of problem solving that perplexes many of us, but a puzzling scandal at it's highest level is piquing the interest of the public at la...
A look ahead to a busy weekend of sport
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
he Japanese Grand Prix, Arsenal takes on Liverpool and Benn vs Eubank jr in boxing. We review a busy weekend of sport with Off The Ball’s Kathleen M...
Luba Healy returning to Ukraine with humanitarian aid
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We catch up with Luba Healy who is returning to Ukraine with humanitarian aid.
Energy supports not extended to a host of professions
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A host of professions are being left out of the government’s new scheme for small businesses, the temporary business energy support scheme. Pat spok...
Author of ‘Web of Lies’ Aoife Gallagher
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lies, misinformation, and the rising threat of far-right extremism in Ireland. Author Aoife Gallagher spoke to Pat about her new book 'Web Of Lies' on...
Latest as Gardai investigate fatl stabbing in Tralee
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We get the latest from Tralee as Gardaí continues their investigation into the fatal stabbing incident occurring after a funeral yesterday afternoon ...
Boxed With John Fardy features 'Bad Sisters'
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Screentime presenter John Fardy takes a look at the tv series 'Bad Sisters' in this week's Boxed.
We speak to the hosts of the 'Talking Bollox' podcast
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined on the show Calvin and Terence the hosts of the 'Talking Bollox on gentrification, growing up in the inner city, and their podcast suc...
Cork singing sensation Lyra
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined in the studio by Cork singing sensation Lyra as she released her new single '29box'.
To date almost 10,000 asylum seekers have entered the country
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There has been a five-fold increase in the number of people coming to Ireland seeking international protection this year. To date, almost 10,000 asylu...
The world of Irish Dancing rocked by cheating accusations
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We hear how the world of Irish Dancing has been rocked by cheating accusations Ellen Coyne Irish Independent Correspondent.
The CEO of Eirgrid on our ten year electricity forecast
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The CEO of Eirgrid Mark Foley joined Pat this morning on the show to discuss blackouts, Data centres and our ten-year electricity forecast.
Gardening: Keeping your lawn green and healthy
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Paraic Horkan on keeping your lawn green and healthy and he answered our listener's gardening questions. All with thanks to Husqvarna.
The ongoing accommodation challenges facing students
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We discussed the ongoing accommodation challenges facing students with Mairead Maguire gigital news journalist and a final year history and political ...
Most Haunted presenter Yvette Fielding on her new book
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ghosthunter and most haunted presenter Yvette Fielding joins Pat in studio to chat about her latest young adult book 'The Ripper Of Whitechapel.
Concussion in sport
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We speak to an internationally renowned expert in sports-related concussions about his take on different treatment approaches. Dr Michael Collins Dire...
Behind the scenes: Guess Who Is Coming To Dinner
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Hughes goes behind the scenes at the 1967 classic ‘Guess who is coming to dinner, starring Sidney Poitier and Katherine Hepburn.
Sinn Fein's report card with Sean Defoe
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our Political Correspondent Sean Defoe gives us his take on Sinn Fein’s popularity and performance.
Could we be faced with a ‘’technical recession’’?
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With the economy contracting could we be faced with a ‘’technical recession’’? To discuss Pat was joined on the show by Neil McDonnell CEO IS...
Green Scene: How many ants are on Earth?
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How many ants are on Earth? and what are forever chemicals? Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland has the answers...
Why car theft is up this year
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss why car theft is up this year and bad news on the way for company car owners in this week’s commuter slot with Transport Consultant Conor...
Where are we with the winter vaccination rollout?
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As an uncertain winter approaches, just where are we with our vaccination rollout for both covid and influenza? To discuss Pat was joined on the show ...
Tech With Jess: A review of the Bosch vacuum cleaner
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jess Kelly, Newstalk tech correspondent took on reviewing the Bosch Unlimited 7 vacuum cleaner. Review notes... • A cordless vacuum cleaner from B...
Alice Ryan author of 'There's Been A Little Incident'
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From studying economics in college to writing her debut novel, author Alice Ryan joined Pat in studio to chat about her new book 'There's Been A Littl...
Actor and writer Steve Coogan on his new movie 'The Lost King'
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Actor and writer Steve Coogan and Phillipa Langley join me about their new movie called The Lost King. The movie details Phillipa's research and searc...
How many extracurricular activities should your child do?
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How many extracurricular activities should your child do? It can help kids gain confidence and build up social skills, but can it burn them out? And t...
Are ASBOs the answer to our anti-social behaviour
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Justice Minister has asked Garda Commissioner Drew Harris to examine ASBOs to deal with antisocial behaviour – but are they the answer? We discu...
Ukraine take back the key city of Lyman
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ukraine take back the key city of Lyman and the annexation was ratified by Moscow. For more on this Pat was joined on the show by Nataliya Gumenyuk Jo...
Ask The Expert: On investing an extra money
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking of investing some of your money, Our Monday expert will answer your questions. Bernard Walsh Head of pension and investments at Bank of Irela...
The importance of trees in a modern Ireland
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of National Tree Day, we investigate the importance of trees in modern Ireland and the continuing issue of deforestation. Pat was joined on the...
Graham Norton chat about his new book 'Forever Home'
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We’re talking to broadcaster, author, actor, and comedian Graham Norton about his new book, his ideal chat show guests, marriage, and more.
M50, the worst time and place for accidents
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Statistics reveal the most dangerous place and time on the M50 to drive. We get reactions from Conor Faughnan Transport Commentator and also Joanna T...
No planning permission for solar panels
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The government is about to scrap planning permission for solar panels. We hear what it could mean for you and your home with Paula Galvin, Director of...
Gerry Hutch murder trial begins today
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most significant murder trials in Irish criminal history gets underway in front of the special criminal court this afternoon, Frank Greaney...
The humiliating U turn for Liz Truss
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Writer, communicator, consultant, strategist, and mental health campaigner Alastair Campbell on the humiliating U-turn for Liz Truss.
Children in Hospital
02 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Having a child in hospital can be an emotional experience for parents, but recent research has exposed the financial burden they must shoulder as well...
Ireland's formula 1 legacy and hopes for the future
02 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dutch, Monégasque and British - those were the flags flown on the Formula 1 podium in Monza yesterday. But could the Irish tricolour soon make it's G...
CBD WTF
02 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From oils to pillows and toothpicks to hand creams, CBD and products purporting to contain it have taken over shop shelves in recent years. But with r...
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We look back on the week's stories with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this morning was Senator Aisling Dolan Fine Gael Senator for Roscommon Galway, V...
Galway city: Road safety and accessibility
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We speak to two Galway locals about the efforts they’ve made to improve road safety and accessibility in Galway. Joining Pat on the show live from ...
Galway student panel discussing issues impacting student life
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined on the show by a student panel, to discuss the most pressing issues impacting student life at the University of Galway. With Pat this ...
Putin’s illegal annexation of 15 percent of Ukraine
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We get the latest on Putin’s illegal annexation of 15 percent of Ukraine with Nataliya Gumenyuk, Journalist based in Ukraine and founder of Public I...
Report on college social life in Galway
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Newstalk Reporter Sarah Madden reports on student life in the city of the tribes
The rebranding of University of Galway
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Officially renamed as the University Of Galway- Professor Ciaran o Hogartaigh, University President joined Pat to discuss the rebrand alongside other...
Minister Darragh O'Brien on student accommodation shortage
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We were live from the University of Galway this morning. As many students here in Galway face the accommodation shortage problem, Pat spoke to the Min...
A new book of poetry by Aoibhín Garrihy
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Entrepreneur, actress and influencer Aoibhín Garrihy joined Pat on the show to chat about her new book of poetry 'Every Day Is A Fresh Beginning'.
David Dimbleby on this new book 'Keep Talking'
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Media, Monarchy and the state of Britain. We talk to David Dimbleby about his new book ‘Keep Talking’.
Should we have an Áras an Taoisigh?
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Newstalk's own Simon Tierney has carried out research that shows that 21 out of the 27 EU countries have an official Prime Minister's residence. So we...
The arrest of Gerry The Monk Hutch
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Doyle Senior Reporter with The Irish Sun spoke to Pat this morning with details on the arrest of Gerry the monk Hutch following recent devel...
Gardening: Keeping your garden healthy this autumn
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Paraic Horkan brings us advice on how to keep your garden lawn green and healthy this Autumn & add some colour with spring flowering lawn bulbs. All ...
Edna O'Brien on her new play 'Joyce's Women'
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Edna O'Brien has written a new play which looks at the life of Joyce through six of the most influential women in his wife and Edan spoke to Pat about...
Tommie Gorman new autobiography 'Never Better'
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tommie Gorman shares some of his fascinating tales from his whirlwind journalistic career spanning more than 40 years.
Behind Movie Scenes: The Candelabra
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Hughes goes behind the scenes and shares tales from the Steven Soderbergh-directed film Behind The Candelabra.
Green Scene: International Awareness Day of on Food Loss and Waste,
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With tomorrow marking International Awareness Day of on Food Loss and Waste, Ruth Freeman dives into the impact of this regrettable habit in this week...
Tánaiste Leo Varadkar on Budget 2023
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We walk through budget 2023 with An Tánaiste Leo Varadkar.
Calls for mandatory sentencing for those who attack Gardaí
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
More calls for mandatory sentencing for those who attack Gardaí. For more on this Pat was joined on the show by Brendan O’Connor Garda Representati...
Russian Ambassador to Ireland, Yuri Filatov
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined on the show this morning by the Russian Ambassador to Ireland, Yuri Filatov.
Hollywood Actor Christian Bale on his new movie Amsterdam
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Actor Christian Bale joined Pat on the show to discuss his latest movie called ‘Amsterdam’.
Financial Advisor to the Football Stars
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined on the show by Patrick Foley Managing Director of Sonar Financial Services who has the interesting job of advising football stars on h...
Is homework really necessary ?
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is homework really necessary? We discuss with Stella O’Malley Psychotherapist and Simon Lewis author Principal of Carlow Educate Together National ...
Budget 2023 day is here !
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Finally, after weeks of leaks, budget 2023 will be launched this afternoon, can we expect anything new to be announced? And who will be the winners an...
Ask The Expert: Tips on giving a speech in public
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Eoghan Thomas Mcdermott Managing Director of the Communications clinic brings us tips and advice on giving a speech in public.
Lucy Kennedy new book ‘The Friendship Fairies Go to Sea’
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Broadcaster and author Lucy Kennedy joined Pat on the show to chat about her new book 'The Friendship Fairies Go To Sea'.
Una Leonard on how baking helped her mental health
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Una Leonard Baker, Author of Sweet Therapy and owner of 2210 Patisserie in Mullingar joined Pat this morning to tell him how baking helped her mental ...
All you need to know about smart meters
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Smart meters, how to use them, when will you have access, and what are the different pricing plans. We have all the information you need with Carmel O...
The latest on tomorrow’s keenly awaited budget
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A cut to childcare costs and free schoolbooks for primary school children looks certain, we get the latest on tomorrow’s keenly awaited budget with ...