The Pat Kenny Show

Kevin Bakhurst opts to avoid future direct negotiations with talent agent Noel Kelly despite an audit clearing Kelly's role in pay reporting. We ask what is the future of salaries for the big RTE presenters and how will RTE cope with the huge deficit. Joining Anton this morning to discuss was Fionnán Sheahan Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent.

Tonight will be a historic night for the Rose of Tralee festival, as the show will be presented by co-hosts for the first time in its history. Ahead of the first night of the final, Anton spoke to one of its hosts, Dáithí O Sé.

The Friday Forum debate the big stories of the week. Joining Jonathan this morning was David Kent News Reporter with the Irish Examiner, Neale Richmond Fine Gael TD for Dublin Rathdown & Minister of State with responsibility for Business, Employment & Retail and Rose Conway Walsh Sinn Féin Td For Mayo and Sinn Féin spokesperson on Public Expenditure.

With Germany backing a bill to introduce legalizing cannabis there by the end of the year, we ask if should Ireland follow suit. To discuss we were joined by Thomas Sparrow, German Correspondent, Gino Kenny People Before Profit-Solidarity TD for Dublin Midwest, and also Dr. Bobby Smith Child Psychiatrist Addiction Specialist and Clinical Professor with Trinity College.

As children get set to return to school across the country, Dr. Niamh Lynch Pediatric Consultant with a special interest in Pediatric Neurology tells us how we can prepare to deal with all of those inevitable winter sicknesses.

Two-time Pulitzer winner Colson Whitehead joins us to discuss his new book, Crook Manifesto

Executive Chef of Chateau du Coudreceau in Loury, France.Gary O’Hanlon talks us through a tasty chicken and chorizo jambalaya dish to try out this weekend.

Tubridy’s anticipated return to RTÉ crumbles at the last hurdle we get reaction from Emma O’Kelly RTÉ’s Education Correspondent and Chair of the Dublin Broadcasting Branch of the NUJ, Fionnán Sheahan Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent and David Davin-Power Former RTÉ Correspondent.

The Gardaí and the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission are warning students to be aware of accommodation scams.There is a spike in these type of scams this time of year, with a third of all accommodation fraud happening in August and September." More than half of the victims targeted are under the age of 25, so one can assume many are students. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie has been to colleges in the capital to hear about the challenges involved with finding somewhere to live

Kathleen McNamee joins us to give us a preview of all the sport to come this weekend as Ireland is set to face England in a Rugby World Cup warmup, and the Premier League enters its second round of fixtures

An incredible true story of sex, scandal, and American murder, we talk to the creators of the Stage production ‘’The Devil Himself’’. Joining Jonathan this morning was Paul Nugent Writer and Director of ’The Devil Himself and also Andrew Porwancher Professor of Constitutional history and author of The Devil Himself.

Instead of teacher bashing, why don't parents fight for real change? Speaking about this was Jennifer Horgan Irish Examiner columnist and Teacher.

n Boxed with Screentime Presenter John Fardy, we look at the comedy ‘’Fisk’’ where a corporate lawyer must take a job at a suburban law firm after her life implodes in Sydney.

We hear about the illness Body dysmorphia and how it can become an all-consuming illness without support. Speaking to Jonothan this morning was Keith Russell Podcaster, Blogger and Creator of The Endless Spiral.

Shane Hannon joins us to discuss whether it is safe to let children play rugby?

Michael Parkinson dies at 88. Having interviewed and met Michael a number of times, Pat Kenny looks back on the great career of Michael Parkinson.

Author and writer, Caroline Grace Cassidy takes us through the three books that have inspired her. She told us about The Accidental Tourist Novel by Anne Tyler, The Van by Roddy Doyle and The Country Girls - by Edna O'Brien.

Tubridy's €200,000 RTÉ return is in question due to disputes over payments, transparency, and poor governance, with divided staff opinions. Phlilip Ryan Political Editor with the Irish Independent brought us the latest details.

Walking 4,000 steps a day can cut the risk of dying from any cause. Professor Luke O'Neill told us about the life-changing benefits of walking.

Following the calls by the Broadcaster Sean O’Rourke for more young people to join the priesthood – we ask the, what is the future of the Catholic Church, in Ireland. We speak to David Quinn Columnist at the Sunday Times and head of Iona Institute and also Simon Lewis Principal, Carlow Educate Together NS and host of “If I were the Minister for Education” podcast.

We discuss why Ireland has one of the most centralised decision-making structures in Europe and we ask if it is undermining local democracy. Speaking to Jonothan this morning was Malcolm Byrne and also Gerard Howlin Public Affairs Consultant and Irish Times Contributor

Ronan Rogerson, who owns two businesses in the city centre, said a firework attack by a mob of thugs he endured last week has led him for the first time to contemplate leaving the city he loves. Ronan spoke to Jonathan this morning on the show.

Should you stay friends with your ex after you break up? We discuss if it’s ever ok to stay friends after a breakup with Stephanie Regan Clinical Psychotherapist, Author of Relationships on the Edge, and Cohost of the ToughLove Podcast.

Regarded as one of the most influential figures in cinema, we look at the works of Director Alfred Hitchcock.

We hear from Mountjoy prison where creative writing and stage production is offering inmates perspective. With more details on this incentive was Stephen Breen Crime Editor with the Irish Sun and Lynn Ruane Independent Senator.

With the latest Grant Thornton report submitted to RTE, what is the latest on the Ryan Tubridy pay scandal? We hear from Fionnán Sheahan Ireland Editor, Irish Independent.

As figures show that as many as 180 creches have closed since 2022, we discuss the continuing crises in the childcare sector with Stefanie Pressner Writer, broadcaster, and mum of 1, and also Elaine Dunne Chairperson of the Federation of Early Childhood Providers.

In the green scene this week, Dr. Ruth Freeman discusses the way in which plants adapt to extreme heat and how octopuses can change their genetic material to adapt to the cold.

We discuss next why it’s important to incorporate colour in your wardrobe with Aoife Dunican Image consultant and owner of The Style Bob.

Massive technology break-down allowed customers with no money in accounts to access funds via BOI ATMs. For more on what happened with Bank Of Ireland Jonathan spoke to Jess Kelly Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent and also Cáit Caden Business Reporter with the Irish Examiner.

Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly run us through how to prepare for college with the latest tech.

With Garda clamping down on uninsured drivers at roadside checks and price hikes at the pumps, Geraldine Hebert Motoring Editor with The Sunday Independent brings us all the motoring news

It has been reported that the Irish postal system is now a major route for illegal and fake prescription drugs coming into the country, as social media and websites are used to buy painkillers, sedatives, and other medications But what effect is this having on those who are ordering such items? Speaking to Jonathan this morning was Colin O'Gara Consultant Psychiatrist and Head of Addiction Services at St John of God Hospital.

Today marks 25 years since the Omagh bomb, the atrocity was the greatest single loss of life in the history of the Troubles. Twenty-nine people, including a woman pregnant with twins, died in Real IRA car bomb attack. Memorials and commemorations will take place in Omagh and Buncrana today. Our Chief Reporter Barry Whyte joined us from Omagh this morning. Also speaking to Jonathan this morning was Reverend Eugene Hasson who was the chaplain of Tyrone County Hospital in 1998.

Following an indulgent wedding season, what are the best ways to get back into shape? We find with Rob Lipsett Personal Trainer, Author, and Fitness Entrepreneur.

We ask why the number of young Irish adults still living with parents has almost doubled in the last decade. Discussing with Jonathan was Brenda Power Columnist at the Sunday Times & Irish Daily Mail and Karl Deeter CEO of Onlineapplication.com

Considering letting your employees from abroad? We discuss what you may want to think about in terms of protecting your business before granting that request. Jonathan spoke to Linda Hynes Employment and Data Protection Partner at Lewis Silkin Ireland.

Emmy-nominated Director, Producer, and Writer Brian McGinn of Chef’s Table and The Bear joins us to talk through the Big Grill Festival.

With reports of care failing children across various services in Ireland, we discuss whether the State is failing our children with Fiona Jennings Head of Policy and Public Affairs at the ISPCC, and also Shane Dunphy Child Protection Expert and Author.

As Donald Trump is indicted yet again, this time in Georgia, we get the latest developments on the former President’s charges with Larry Donnelly Law Lecturer with the University of Galway and Columnist with The Journal.ie.

Our expert this morning was Keith Walsh a family law solicitor who endeavour to answer listeners' questions this morning.

We speak to an Italian filmmaker, whose documentary depicting the life of Gerry Conlon, filmed just months before his death, airs on RTE television tonight.

Fly tipping and illegal dumping are tipping people over the edge as calls mount for stricter penalties and greater solutions. To discuss further Jonathan spoke to Ian David from The Pure Project and Chris Moody from Save Our Bride Otters.

When broadcaster Claire Ronan suddenly felt ill on holiday, she received a diagnosis of vertigo a common complaint that causes intense disorientation, but which can thankfully be treated and managed. Claire told Jonathan about her condition and also discussed how to treat and manage vertigo was Dr Douglas Duffay Chartered Physiotherapist and owner of the Balance Centre in Dublin.

We discuss Dublin’s issue of poor air quality, putting lives at risk through increased deaths from conditions ranging from stroke to asthma. Speaking to Jonathan this morning was John Wenger Professor in Physical and Environmental Chemistry at UCC and also Dr Colm Byrne consultant geriatrician at the Mater Hospital.

Sarah Slattery owner of The Travelexpert.ie brings us some great ideas for a city break in Lisbon, Barcelona, London, Paris, Copenhagen, and Berlin.

Dublin are LGFA champions, the first weekend of Premier League action and Mona McSharry is victorious in European U- 23 competition. We get a round-up of the weekend’s sport with Shane Hannon.

Fionn Ferreira a chemistry master's student from Ballydehob in West Cork, has recently patented his novel method of removing microplastic particles from water. Fionn spoke to Jonathan on the show this morning.

With a decline in priests around the country, we discuss the impact it will have on the clerical services around the country with Fr Paddy Byrne Priest at Portlaoise Parish.

We take a look back on the news stories that made the headlines this week in our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this morning was Mary Seery Kearney Fine Gael Seanad Spokesperson on Children, Disability, Equality, Integration, and Privacy Rights, Réada Cronin TD Sinn Fein TD for North Kildare, and also Alice Leahy Director of Services at the Alice Leahy Trust.