The Pat Kenny Show

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

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. 

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

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

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.

 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.

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.

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.

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 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. 

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

A report looking at Irish students' gambling activities has shown one in five 16-year-old boys has had trouble with a gambling habit. To discuss the findings Pat spoke to Brendan Kelly Professor of Psychiatry, Trinity College Dublin.

RTÉ is grappling with financial difficulties, and the government is considering providing interim funding with conditions attached, while also planning for long-term reforms in the public service broadcasting and media sector.  David Davin-Power, former RTE correspondent spoke to Pat with reaction this morning.

This morning Pat was joined on the show by Author and Journalist Aoife Moore to discuss her new book 'The Long Game: Inside Sinn Féin'.

Could a second tier of child benefit lift 40,000 children out of poverty? To discuss this further Pat spoke to Karen Kiernan, CEO of One Family Ireland.

Horticulturist & Keen Gardener, Graduate of the National Botanic Gardens tells us what jobs you can undertake in your garden during September.

Taking Tinseltown by storm, Lisa Cannon takes a dive into Florence Pugh’s meteoric rise to fame in this week's 'Inside Hollywood'.

As the Rugby World Cup kicks off in France, there are rising concerns over safety.  For more on this Pat spoke to Naomi O'Leary Irish Times Europe Correspondent.

Former Proud Boys chairman receives the longest sentence so far handed down for the January 6th riots.  We get all the news and reaction stateside with Terry Sheridan Managing Editor, WSHU Public Radio.

750 Ukranian refugees are being housed in glamping tents from Electric Picnic. Concerns have been expressed by many about the tent's suitability as emergency accommodation. To discuss this further Pat spoke to CEO of Doras John Lannon.

Will new speed limits combat fatalities on Irish roads? Authorities embark on a mission to lower speed limits on the roads as a response to the rising death toll due to road crashes. To get a reaction Pat was joined on the show by Conor Faughnan  Transport Consultant and  CEO at the RIAC.

You’ve heard of global warming but what do you know about Pacific cooling, Dr. Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland explained this phenomenon.

Is vaping worse than smoking? We debate on the show with Dr. Garrett McGovern GP Specializing in Addiction Medication and also Dr. Emmet O'Brien Chairperson of ASH Ireland, Council of the Irish Heart Foundation, and Consultant Respiratory Physician, Beaumont Hospital. 

Richard Bruton has announced his intention to retire at the next general election. He has served as a councillor, senator, TD, and Minister who played a central role in three governments. Richard joined Pat in studio this morning.

Tomorrow is International Day of Charity, chosen as such to mark the passing of Mother Teresa of Calcutta.Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports on how Irish people are giving back, and what Ireland's leading charities are doing to help those at home and around the world. 

There’s about 1200 fuel stations in Ireland – and counting – and while all offer fuel (petrol and diesel) most will also provide snacks, hot coffee and grocery basics.However, increasingly larger motorway service stops are going beyond their original job spec, to become hubs of action and amenities for local communities.Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports.

Jess Kelly joins us to discuss how parents can take a more mindful approach to protecting their children from cyberbullying.

Future in Epilepsy and International epilepsy congress taking place in Dublin until tomorrow in the Convention Centre. Pat was joined on the show by Professor Sam Berkovic Director Epilepsy Research Centre & Laureate Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Melbourne.

Booker Prize Nominee Paul Lynch discusses his life and offers insights into his award-nominated work which depicts life in Ireland under a totalitarian state.

As objections are lodged to large-scale development in Balbriggan we discuss if the complaints are merited  with Kevin Tolan Planning consultant and local to the area with a master's from TUD in Spatial Planning and also Tony Murphy Fingal Councillor (IND) Balbriggan Local Election Area. Member of Economic Enterprise & Tourism Development Strategic Policy Committee. 

PSNI chief constable Simon Byrne resigns ‘with immediate effect’. For more on this Pat spoke to Aex Kane Former director of communications for the Ulster Unionist Party and full-time commentator and columnist. 

One of Ireland’s most notorious and feared criminals speaks on the record for the very first time in a startling and chilling new book published to coincide with the broadcast of a major three-part documentary on Virgin Media Ireland which was released on Monday 05/09. As one of Ireland’s most infamous criminals and drug lords, and widely believed in the court of public opinion to have ordered the cold-blooded murder of crime reporter Veronica Guerin We spoke with the author of The Gilligan Tapes Jason O’Toole on what it was like to write about the infamous criminal.  

Marita Coyne's efforts to secure a school place for her child with a disability are to no avail as her child has yet to be given suitable access to schooling. Martia spoke to Pat this morning to tell about her ongoing efforts to secure a place for her son Robbie.

ESRI suggests 14% pay hikes as an inflation-busting measure but is it counter-intuitive?   To discuss with Pat was JP McMahon, Chef, Author and restaurateur.

Our expert this morning was Orla Walsh Audiologist and Audiology Director at Specsavers and she answered listeners' questions on hearing health.

Producer John Kelleher joins us to talk through his new documentary The Artist and the Wall of Death.