Road safety alert over bank holiday weekend
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As more lives are claimed on our roads in recent days and the long weekend looms we’re joined by A...
The discrimination faced by the deaf community
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We hear about the discrimination faced by the deaf community with Laura Grant, Chairperson of “Our...
The future of Ireland’s biggest port
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
CEO of Dublin Port Eamon O'Reilly joined Pat on the show this morning to discuss the new yearly figu...
Mortgage prices are still on the rise
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mortgage prices are still on the rise, but what’s to be done? To discuss Pat was joined on the sho...
David Trimble Passes Away
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We remember David Trimble’s legacy at his passing at the age of 77 with Alison Morris, Columnist w...
More workforce needed across the health services
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
More workforce is needed across the health services to cope with the growing population but where wi...
Ask The Expert: Behavioral sleep therapist
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Motty Varghese a sleep physiologist and behavioral sleep therapist is our 'Ask The Expert' this week...
Author Cathy Kelly on her new book 'The Wedding Party'
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Author Cathy Kelly joins us to discuss her intriguing new novel ‘The Wedding Party’.
Travel With Pól : Dealing with lost luggage
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Pól Ó Conghaile brings us advice on dealing with lost luggage when traveling this summer.
Dublin City Council has leased 48 times more houses than it has bought this year.
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So far this year, Dublin City Council has bought just one social home from developers of big schemes...
We, The Oppressors by Dr Jack Davy
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined on the show this morning by Dr. Jack Davy to chat about his new book 'We, The Oppress...
Should we have compassionate leave for pet bereavement ?
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Should dog owners receive compassionate leave when their pet passes away? We hear from Becky Bristo...
Will farmers agree to a 30% drop in emissions?
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Will farmers agree to a 30% drop in emissions? Pat was joined on the show Gabija Gataveckaite, Polit...
Sam is going back to the Kingdom
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sam is going back to the Kingdom and Cody bows out of his reign with the cats. Cathal Mullaney revi...
Would the banning vaping flavours be Pointless ?
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Pat was joined by Dr. Garrett McGovern, GP specialising in addiction medicine at the Priority Medica...
Will the new pension scheme have the desired effect?
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Will the government’s new pension scheme have the desired effect? Joining Pat to discuss was Econo...
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Bobby today was Louise O’Rei...
Friday Food: Peri Peri Chicken
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Peri Peri Chicken is among the recipes that Chef Gareth Mullins will have us drooling over today on...
Bertie Ahern on the Tory leadership race
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A fresh start or more of the same? Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern discusses the Tory Party leadership...
Could data centers speed up the transition to renewable energy?
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Could data centers speed up the transition to renewable energy? We debate with Brid Smith, People Be...
A preview of this busy weekend of sport
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Will the west be awakened this Sunday or will the Kingdom reign supreme? Eoin Sheahan brings us a pr...
A Mayo woman who will need €40,000 to access the pyrite redress scheme
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We hear from a Mayo woman who will need €40,000 to access the pyrite redress scheme. Bobby was joi...
Can we reach 100% EVs by 2030 ?
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
the majority of us should be switching to Electric cars by 2030 – but how realistic is this target...
State seeks hotels for Ukrainian refugees
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As the crisis of accommodating refugees deepens, should hotels around the country be taking more in ...
The business of tax
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Gavin McLoughlin looks at Irish Tax's business, where our money comes from, and what the risks/oppor...
We will delve into the current state of America
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Has the US experiment failed completely? We will delve into the current state of America with Harry ...
Boxed With John Fardy features 'Ted Lasso'
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Boxed, John Fardy has a look at the TV show Ted Lasso.
The nation is bracing for ‘winter virus storm’
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As we get ready for a potential ‘virus storm’ in the winter with a combination of covid variants...
Best selling author James Cavanagh on his new book
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bestselling Author and creator of the Eddie Flynn series Steve Cavanagh joined Pat on the show to ch...
What will higher increase rates mean for our mortgages?
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The ECB is hiking interest rates and what that means for your mortgage. Michael Dowling, Managing D...
Students on their J1
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With many students finally back to taking part in the memorable J1 program, we speak to two students...
Warmer summers ahead do we need to change our methods of home building
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We ask what changes need to be made to our methods of home building with temperatures rising in year...
Hospital Wait times in excess of 15 hours for some patients seeking treatment
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We speak to two individuals who had to endure wait times in excess of 15 hours in Irish hospital, w...
Gardening: Watering plants effectively in hot weather
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Paraic discusses Watering plants effectively in hot weather and aloe vera – the first aid plant on...
The Future of Tourism panel discussion
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
To discuss the future of tourism in Ireland Pat was joined by a panel consisting of Ruth Andrews, CE...
Green Scene: Sand clouds in space
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's Green Scene with Dr. Ruth Freeman we hear about sand batteries and sand clouds in spa...
Daisy Edgar Jones on her new movie 'Where The Crawdads Sing'
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bafta Nominated actress ‘Daisy Edgar Jones who stars in the new movie’ Where The Crawdads Sing’...
President Putin meets with Turkish and Iranian leaders
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Russian President Vladimir Putin met Turkish and Iranian leaders in Tehran on Tuesday. We get more d...
How a company searches for heirs to estates
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We hear about an Irish Business that endeavors to locate heir to estates in Ireland. Pat spoke to Pa...
AIB to close 70 ATM's at branches around Ireland
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We get a reaction from Kerry and Connemara to the AIB’s decision to close 70 ATMs at branches arou...
Tech With Jess: A review of Nothing's Phone 1
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The co-founder of OnePlus has a new outfit called ‘Nothing’. It recently launched what is arguab...
The past and present of Lissadell House
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Immortalised by WB Yeats, the childhood home of Countess Markievicz we speak to Constance Cassidy fr...
A cultured stroll through Sligo Town
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As we broadcast live from Sligo as part of the Newstalk Summer Tour Pat took a cultured stroll throu...
Unions turn up the heat over the new Pay deal
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We hear from ICTU’s President Kevin Callanan as unions turn up the heat over the new Pay deal.
Connecting the west through a rail line or greenway?
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Connecting the west through a rail line or greenway? We debate the western corridor with Peter Bowen...
Sligo Rovers advanced through in the Europa League
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Last week Sligo Rovers advanced through in the Europa League following a nailbiting penalty shootout...
Rumblings in the Fianna Fáil back bench
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Marc MacSharry Independent TD for Sligo Leitrim joined Pat live from The Glasshouse Hotel in Sligo ...
Ask The Expert: Audiologist From Blackberry Hearing
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our Monday expert was Rhea Finnegan from Blackberry Hearing. Rhea took listeners' questions and gave...
Eamon Ryan says it's time to cut the national herd to save the planet.
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Eamon Ryan says it's time to cut the national herd to save the planet. We debate this issue with Lor...
Tory leadership debate gets heated while the UK gets even hotter
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Tory leadership debate gets heated while the UK gets even hotter. We speak to London-based corre...
9 in 10 parents worry about what their children see online
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
9 in 10 parents worry about what their children see online and we ask whether it is time to include ...
We look back at a thrilling weekend of sport.
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Limerick hurlers and the Ireland rugby team have made history. We look back at a thrilling weeke...
What can be done to improve the A & Experience?
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With many experiencing chaos in our emergency departments, what can be done to improve the experienc...
The shortage of student accommodation
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With the student housing crisis at breaking point, the Government are said to be considering part-fu...
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum. This week Pat was joined on the show b...
Ivana Trumps dies in New York aged 73
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ivana Trump , Donald Trump's first wife and mother to three of his children has died aged 73, Gina L...
The dangers of farming through a heatwave
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Combine harvesters going on fire, heat exhaustion for animals, adequate shelter for rams, grass supp...
New rules essentially put an end to prosecuting garda discretion in the district court
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
New rules essentially put an end to prosecuting garda discretion in the district court. To discuss t...
Is it time to reintroduce mask wearing?
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With incidents of covid on the rise, is it time to reintroduce mask wearing? 79% of people think so,...
A preview of this busy weekend of sport
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We preview the All-Ireland Hurling Final, Ireland’s showdown with the All-Blacks and more with Off...
Do Irish people really care about separating their rubbish?
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do Irish people really care about separating their rubbish? We speak with one business owner who th...
Huge cost to repair celtic tiger construction defects
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Repairing celtic tiger construction defects could cost the state as much as 2.8 billion euro. To dis...
A need for more emergency accommodations for refugees
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As more emergency accommodations are being erected and opened for refugees here, is it time to put a...
The latest on the heatwave in Europe
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Forest fires in Spain, the UK on the brink of national emergency, High temperatures are expected he...
Will rushed legislation come back to bite us when it comes to data retention?
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Will rushed legislation come back to bite us when it comes to data retention? To discuss this furth...
Science With Luke: The Benefits Of Sunshine
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Luke O'Neill Professor of Biochemistry at the school of Immunology, Trinity College on the benefit...
Minister Simon Coveney joins us to discuss opinion polls, refugees, the Tory leadership race
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Foreign Affairs Minister Simon Coveney joined Pat on the show this morning to us to discuss opinion...
How caps at Heathrow Airport will affect Aer Lingus flights
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Travel expert Eoghan Corry tells us how caps at Heathrow Airport will affect Aer Lingus flights.
How likely are we to see fuel rationing in the winter?
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How likely are we to see fuel rationing in the winter? We speak to David Horgan of Petrel Resources ...
Gardening: Watering and feeding plants
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Water and feeding plants, both edibles and flowering, is crucial during July and August - Fruiting p...
Fake tanning tips and advice with Suzanne Jackson
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Trying out fake tan for the first time, blogger and Founder of Sosueme cosmetics, Suzanne Jackson j...
We hear about the future of forensics in Ireland
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We speak to the Director-General of Forensic Science Ireland on the future of forensics in Ireland. ...
How do we solve our staff shortage problem
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Where have all the workers gone? Our panel discusses the ongoing staff shortages in major industrie...
Behind The Movie Scenes Of: Liar Liar
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Hughes takes a look at the Jim Carrey classic Liar Liar.
Controversial planning legislation which could be in breach of EU Law
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We hear about controversial planning legislation which could be in breach of EU Law with Mick Cliffo...
Green Scene: Snapping shrimp an alternative to military sonar
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Projects funded by US Military groups are listening to natural noises produced by Snapping Shrimp, a...
Not enough priests for mass
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As a study reminds us that keeping the faith is good for your mind and body, the bishop of Limerick ...
New recent changes to insurance renewals rules
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Will you benefit from recent changes to insurance renewal rules? Conor Faughnan Transport Consultant...
Tech With Jess: A review of the FreeBuds Pro 2 earbuds
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Huawei FreeBuds Pro 2 are set to launch across Europe at €199/£169 (roughly $205), and are a...
Laura Whitmore chats about her book, Love Island and more
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Broadcaster and TV presenter, Laura Whitmore joined Pat to chat about her book, Love Island and mor...
More travel cancellations amid heatwave across Europe
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As more fights are canceled and extreme heatwaves are being felt across Europe yet again, we get the...
Is it time to scrap the TV license fee?
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With the Future of Media Commission report due to be published, is it time to scrap the TV license f...
Reporting from Belfast where bonfires were burning
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are bonfires in Northern Ireland a celebration of culture or act of sectarian violence, we go to Bel...
Uber Leaks and how an Irish man is at the forefront
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We get the details on the Uber leaks story with one of journalists who broke the story. Simon Carswe...
High levels of principals seeking medication due to stress
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With high levels of school principals feeling the burn and seeking medication due to stress. To disc...
Ask The Expert: On wills and probate
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Christopher Callan Head of Wills and Estate Planning at Callan Tansey Solicitors was our expert tod...
Dublin’s relationship with the animals who call it home.
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Animals have always played a big part in the story of Dublin. This summer they will get the celebrat...
Residents are being left without water in Cootehil
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With many being left without water in Cootehill, we find how residents are coping there with Connie ...
L-Drivers spending up to €60 more for lessons
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learner drivers haven’t escaped cost of living concerns, as the price of lessons has increased by...
Psychological impacts of Work Burnout
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We look at the psychological impacts of work burnout with Louisa Meehan spokesperson for Network Ire...
Who are the contenders to succeed Boris Johnson? c
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Who will succeed Boris? Is there a frontrunner now that Ben Wallace has pulled out? All to discuss w...
Sport: The Kingdom march on
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Kingdom march on, history was made in Dunedin, and Djokovic was back on top. Cathal Mullaney rev...
Government looks to shore up votes ahead of Sinn Féin’s No confidence vote
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As the government looks to shore up votes ahead of Sinn Féin’s No confidence vote tomorrow, We ge...
Cooking your BBQ food safely this summer
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With barbeque season well and truly here, safefood is encouraging home cooks to ‘trust the meat th...
A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look back on the news stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Shane today was A...
should the law be making it easier for employees0 to claim the right to WFHe
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Should the law be making it easier for employees to claim the right to work from home? To discuss we...
Almost 1 in 4 drivers check mobile phone notifications while driving.
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Almost 1 in 4 drivers check mobile phone notifications while driving 23% of motorists surveyed admit...
A new study looking at cycling and male fertility
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A recent study has suggested that male cyclists stand up from their seats to elevate their privates,...
Friday Food: Cullen Skink seafood Chowder
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chef Gary O’Hanlon has a delicious seafood recipe for us to try this weekend a Cullen Skink Seafoo...
Do we need to change our planning laws to provide for more one off housing?
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do we need to change our planning laws to provide for more one-off housing? Newstalk Reporter Maire...