The Pat Kenny Show

Aquamation: an eco-friendly way of cremation using water instead of fire. Luke O'Neill tells us all about it.

Journalist and writer Paul Howard chats to Pat about his three all-time favourite books.

A GAA working group has been appointed to re-evaluate All-Ireland final days in Croke Park to address a range of issues, focusing on programme costs, curtain-raisers, presentations, and all other activities on the day. Shane Hannon takes a closer look at this.

The RTE board was in front of the Oireachtas media committee yesterday. To get a reaction to the appearance of the RTE board was Fionnan Sheahan Ireland Editor for The Independent and also David Davin Power Former RTE Correspondent.

How a landmark agreement between Ireland and Dubai could spell the end for the notorious Kinahan cartel. We hear how Dubai police officers are due in Ireland to assist Kinahan cartel investigation with Conor Lally Irish Times Security and Crime Editor.

With food supply chains still laden with ethical issues, we explore how consumers can bridge the gap and embrace sustainability to support workers in the industry.  Speaking to Pat this morning was Jo Linehan Editor of the Climate Supplement at the Sunday Times Ireland.

Joining Pat this morning was Minister Simon Coveney on his expectations for budget 2024.

Paraic brings us loads of gardening tips and advice this week and answers listeners' gardening queries.

Carl Dempsey died suddenly while taking part in the Gaelforce race in 2021, leaving behind his wife Lorraine and his 4 children. This week marks the second anniversary of his passing, and Lorraine is sharing her experience of loss and grief, the support she found helpful, new learnings about life and herself, and how to take on sole responsibility in looking after her children, one of whom has a disability.Lorraine joined Pat in studio this morning.

This week as we examine young new actors in Hollywood, we’ll be focusing on the Irish four-time Oscar nominee, Saoirse Ronan who has featured in films such as “Brooklyn", "Lady bird," and "Little women”

Scientists have found the world's largest lithium deposit within a dormant US volcano, potentially meeting global battery needs for decades. Ed Conway Economics and Data Editor of Sky News and Volcanologist.

Kevin McCarthy has called for an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden – what does this mean for them both? To explain Pat was joined on the show by Larry Donnelly Law Lecturer with The University of Galway and Columnist with The Journal.ie .

How paper straws have been found to contain potentially toxic chemicals, and how rising water levels in Kenya are submerging homes and leading to increasing attacks by crocodiles and hippos on people.

Devastating floods in Libya have killed thousands, We get the latest on the disaster with  Scott Lucas, Professor of US Politics at the Clinton Institute UCD.

We get a reaction to Ursula Von der Leyen’s State of The Union speech to the European Parliament with Frances Fitzgerald Irish MEP and vice-chair of the European People’s Party. 

RTE Board and Executive are back in front of the Oireachtas Media Committee today, To look ahead of what to expect from this appearance was Hugh O'Connell Deputy Political Editor with Independent Newspapers.

Depaul’s 2022 annual report shows that Ireland's homelessness problem is escalating as key findings show a twofold increase compared to 2021. David Carroll , CEO of Depaul , spoke to Pat about the key findings and recommendations from the report.

RTE are not going to publish top 100 earners as they are set to appear tomorrow before the Oireachtas media committee. Fianna Fáil TD and chair of the Oireachtas Media Committee, Niamh Smyth and Ireland Editor of The Independent, Fionnan Sheahan spoke to Pat.

Newstalk's Political Correspondent, Sean Defoe, spoke to Pat about what's on the agenda for the Fianna Fáil Think in.

Irish open water swimmer and adventurer, Nuala Moore, spoke to Pat about her new book 'Limitless'.

President of the Garda Representative Association, Brendan O'Connor and Irish Times Crime & Security Editor, Conor Lally spoke to Pat about the vote of no confidence in Garda Commissioner, Drew Harris, taking place today.

Newstalk's tech correspondent, Jess Kelly, joined Pat to preview the new iPhone ahead of its launch this evening.

Glyphosate, a popular ingredient in many weed killers, has been found in many farms around the country. Is it time to ban the controversial pesticide? Pat spoke to Political Correspondent for The Farmers Journal, Pat O'Toole and Simon Kenny, a farmer in Kildare, about how despite not using Glyphosate for several years still tested positive for glyphosate.

Michael Keegan - Dolan told Pat about his new show 'How to be a Dancer in Seventy-Two Thousand Easy Lessons' which will begin in the Pavillion Theatre in Dun Laoighaire tomorrow. 

North Korea leader Kim Jong Un has travelled to Russia via rail to meet with Vladimir Putin. Could an arms deal be on the horizon? Pat spoke to CEO of the Henderson Group, Duncan Bullivant.

Local leaders have been sounding the alarm on escalating violence in Galway City.Pat spoke to Fianna Fail Councillor for Galway City East, Michael J Crowe and Councillor for Galway City Central, Collette Connolly.

Sustainable energy expert Brian McIntyre of the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland answers all your energy questions such as how you can make more affordable and sustainable energy choices. 

Famous Schumacher driving simulator coming to Dublin.  The simulator is part of the Timeless Exhibition, and is available for the show this Friday 15th, Saturday 16th, and Sunday 17th September in RDS – it’s not for sale, just for show. With more on this and what to expect from the Timeless Exhibition Pat was joined on the show by Niall Mullen Antiques Dealer and Vice President of the Irish Antique Dealers Association. 

Clinical Psychotherapist co-host of the podcast, ‘Toughlove’ Stephanie Regan will be discussing why people like jobs in which they have control.

We find ourselves once again marking a sombre anniversary, 22 years since the 9/11 attacks that changed not only the United States but also the entire world, rippling through history like a stone cast into a pond whose waves have yet to still. Remember that day we spoke to Author Colm McCann and Niall O'Dowd Founder of IrishCentral.com

In the new book "The Joy of Sweat," the reader embarks on a fascinating journey through the world of perspiration, unravelling the mysteries of this peculiar yet indispensable bodily function. From salty sweat to stress-induced perspiration and even colourful secretions, the book explores the science, history, and cultural significance of sweat.Speaking to Pat this morning was its author Sarah Everts Science Journalism Professor.

Morocco mourns earthquake victims as death toll passes 2,000 . We get the latest on the situation with Dr Clare McCaughey who is an Irish Doctor based in Morocco and also Clare Dunne CEO of The Irish Travel Agents Association.

 It was a jam-packed weekend of sports for Ireland! We recap all the weekend's sporting events and discuss Ireland's performance with Kathleen McNamee Digital Producer with Off the Ball and Host of COYGIG podcast.

We discuss the science and real-world cost behind tsunamis, typhoons, and other extreme weather events with Kate Candy Irish national living in Hong Kong, and also John Sweeny Climatologist and Professor Emeritus at Maynooth University.

A new universal media levy that could be cheaper than the TV licence fee and collected by the Revenue Commissioners is being considered by the Coalition as part of a major overhaul of RTÉ’s funding model. That’s according to a report from the Sunday Independent yesterday. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Dr Roddy Flynn Associate Professor at the School of Communications at DCU. 

Google is introducing new rules that will require any political ads on its platforms to disclose if AI has been used. There are fears that the technology may play havoc as next year’s US Presidential election draws closer. Newstalk's Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly brings us the details.

Is drinking into the early hours of the morning affecting violence on Dublin’s streets and could a ban on late-night shots in bars help with dealing with the anti-social behaviour in Dublin City? We debated with Mannix Flynn  Independent Councillor for Dublin City Council and also Sheila Gilheaney CEO of alcohol action Ireland.

A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this morning was Paul McAuliffe Fianna Fail TD for Dublin North West , Craig Huges Political Correspondent with the Irish Daily Mail, and Jennifer Whitmore Social Democrats TD Wicklow.

Rugby World Cup Opener, France defeats Ireland in Euro 2024 qualifier, we get all the sports news with Kathleen McNamee Digital Producer with Off the Ball and Host of COYGIG podcast.  

Some real home comfort food this week! Gareth Mullins Executive Chef at the Anantara Marker Hotel talks us through a recipe for Classic Spaghetti Bolognese.

Are we about to miss a golden opportunity to introduce a rules-based planning system? We discuss the government’s proposed planning legislation with Conor Skehan Columnist with the Sunday Independent.

We debate the latest plan to tackle anti-social behaviour in Dublin’s inner city with Brendan O’Connor, President of the Garda Representative Association, Senator Barry Ward, Fine Gael Justice Spokesperson and Vice-chair of the Oireachtas Justice Committee, and Richard Guiney, CEO of Dublin Town.

We speak to best-selling author Sinéad Moriarity about her new children’s book ‘Finding Hope’.

Children as young as 15 are being tricked into becoming money mules as fraudsters use social media to target Irish students. Just how has this been done and what is a money mule? To explain Pat was joined on the show by Ronan Murphy Executive chairman at smarttech247.

How do the weight loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy work and how their makers Novo Nordisk is now worth more than all of Denmark? Luke O'Neill Professor of Biochemistry at the School of Immunology, Trinity College brings us the details.

Louise Cooney, the renowned Irish fashion, travel, and lifestyle blogger joined Pat to share her top three favourite books that have captured her heart and imagination. 

With a continuously increasing aging population, what must be done to provide sufficient care to elderly people?  Pat discussed this with Professor Professor David Colin-Thomé an Independent Health Care Consultant.

Ukraine reels after Russian missile strikes kill 17 people. We speak to Lara Marlowe Paris-based author and Contributor to the Irish Times joined Pat as she returned from her latest trip to the war-torn country. 

To discuss the social media policies in workplaces with Pat was Damien McCarthy  CEO of HR Consultancy Firm, HR Buddy.

As a young boy is reduced to tears by ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’, we can’t help but wonder: What's the absolute crème de la crème of sporting chants? Shane Hannon gives his view.