The Pat Kenny Show

From the creator of ‘Knocked Up’ and ‘This is 40’, we look at the works of Comic DirectorJudd Apatow . ‘SPOTLIGHT’ with Lisa Cannon TV Host & Exec Producer SPOTLIGHT.

From the camogie pitch to the Mater hospital, how one schoolfriend helped another through cancer. Carmel was diagnosed with bowel and lung cancer and referred to the mater hospital from 2015-2020. While in the matter she was treated by surgeons, one of who was a school friend, Prof Ann Brannigan. Both Carmel and Ann joined Pat in the studio this morning.

Fuel price figures from the AA released yesterday show that for July petrol is unchanged in the last month at €1.65 and diesel is up by 2 cent to €1.55. When you look at the current cost of electricity you can calculate that the E-Car user is saving virtually nothing. Conor Faughnan Transport Consultant brings us all the motoring news.

With the government announcing a new all-island hydrogen plan and strategy, we hear from Hydrogen Ireland about whether the plan can work and hold water. Speaking to Pat this morning was Paul McCormack Director of Hydrogen Ireland.

New research shows that elephants like variety in their meals as much as we do, and how the pattern on the wings of butterflies might influence how successfully they can migrate. All up for discussion with Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland in this week's 'Green Scene'

We delve into the life and crimes of Ireland's most enigmatic crime boss, in the new book ‘ ‘’The Monk: The life and crimes of Ireland’s most enigmatic Gang Boss’’ with its author Paul William Crime Writer for the Irish Independent.

‘’Unbearable and Stifling’’ we hear from Irish people on the continent in the grips of a deadly heatwave. Speaking to Pat this morning was Suzanne Kane Broadcaster with 98FM and holidaymaker in Greece and also Paul Cullen and Health Editor with the Irish Times who is currently on holiday in Italy.

Today with Jess we hear how Sky has announced the launch of Sky Stream. It is the new easy way to get Sky, giving you the best entertainment streamed straight to any TV over Wi-Fi, without a dish, so there is no installation required. We hear about ONANOF BuddyPhones PlayEars+ wireless children’s headphones. These are specifically designed for kids - coming in different animal headband designs - but the key focus here is the tech inside which Jess explains all. Also new to the market is the new Nokia G42 phone .

Jane Murray, director of broken theatre, creator and producer of the Sorcas le Croí joined Pat to tell all about Ireland’s first circus As Gaeilge.

Stephanie ReganClinical Psychotherapist, Media Contributor, Host of podcast – ToughLove explains what red flags to watch out for at the beginning of relationships.

A lady who wasn’t afraid to stand up for Nelson Mandela back in the 1980s. On Nelson Mandela Day, we talk to Mary Manning about the famous Dunne's Stores protest.

We get the latest on the record-breaking heatwave that is scorching Southern Europe with Naomi O’ Leary Europe Correspondent for the Irish Times.

TV licence renewals have dropped by 30% since the rte expose. For reaction, Pat spoke to Sean Defoe, Bauer media political correspondent, and also Pat Rabbitte, Former Communications Minister.

VAT rat going from 9% to 13.5% - maintaining the existing 9% VAT rate which is anticipated to change to be increased to 13.5% from 1st September 2023. But hairdressers and restaurant owners argue that vat should not increase to 13.5%, speaking to Pat with more on this was Lisa Eccles, President of the Irish Hairdressers’ Federation and Paul Treyvaud, Owner of Treyvaud’s Restaurant.

Manna Drone’s new delivery trial begins in Blanchardstown, with plans to reach 1.5 million people. Pat spoke to Bobby Healy CEO of Manna Drone Delivery

Are we heading towards an alcohol-free future? Zero - Zero alcohol consumption is up 25%. Guinness Zero - Zero is investing € 25 million and increasing production by 300%. We sent Henry McKean on a non alcoholic pub crawl around Ringsend in Dublin. Henry asked could we be heading for a zero-zero country by 2030? He sent us this report.

We discuss a breakdown in communication between the board and builders at the national children's Hospital, while a squad of external investigators were shut out of the site for six weeks. With more on this Pat was joined on the show by David Cullinane Sinn Féin spokesperson on Health.

Protein powder, vitamin, and mineral supplements. How important are they and do we really need them? Orla Walsh, Registered dietitian with Orla Walsh nutrition is our 'Ask The Expert' this morning on the

In the states, Donald Trump is refused a trial extension saying there was no basis for an “open-ended” delay sought by his lawyers. Terry Sheridan Managing Editor, WSHU Public Radio brings us all the latest news stories from the USA.

Record breaking temperatures on the continent, are we at a tipping point? Speaking to Pat this morning was Alan O'Reilly Tullow based Meteorologist.

Why schools are part of the problem and a potential solution to stop the riots in France. Lara Marlowe Paris-based author and Contributor to the Irish Times spoke to Pat this morning with more on this.

We hear from one of Dublin’s oldest food producers who’s calling for more assistance for the food and farming industry. Speaking to Pat this morning was Justin Leonard Managing director of Jackie Leonard & Sons.

Ghost estate at Glendale, just outside the town of Tullow has 63 fully finished houses that have been lying empty for a decade. We discuss in depth the Glendale ghost estate that has been the focus of stark planning objections in recent years with Marcus McCormac Tullow auctioneer for DNG and estate agent for Glendale and Cllr William Paton Labour county councilor for the Carlow area.

Dublin Airport warns parking demand 'very high' ahead of busy weekend Passengers are being reminded to make alternative travel arrangements where possible. Speaking to Pat this morning was Eoghan Corry Editor of Air and Travel Magazine and also Ann Graves, Sinn Fein Councillor.

Kerry hit another gear to overcome Derry and Dublin cruise past Monaghan for an All-Ireland place. Carlos Alcaraz wins at Wimbledon, and Shane Hannon reviews a great weekend of sport.

We debate the pedestrianization of college green and why the private car ban isn’t working with Niall Ring Former Lord Mayor of Dublin, and City Councillor and also Claire Byrne Cllr for Dublin - South East Inner City, Chair of Dublin City Climate, Environment & Energy SPC.

Has our Justice Minister let street crime flourish? With an overfocus on hate speech. We discussed this with Brendan O'Connor President of the GRA.

The importance of mental health in children under the age of three was the main concern at the convention center this weekend. To discuss further Pat was joined on the show by Catherine Maguire Senior clinical psychologist/IMH specialist and co-chair of the local organising committee and also Professor Kevin Nugent, Emeritus Professor at the Brazelton Institute at Boston Children’s Hospital.

Art McCarrick from Motor Sport Ireland updates us on the tragic accident in Sligo over the weekend.

Irish Actress Nicola Coughlan made headlines this week by debuting a new red hair style at Wimbledon. The Derry Girls and Bridgerton star is just the latest in a growing number of celebrities ditching their own colour in favour of the trending hue. But are natural redheads benefiting from this surge in approval or is growing up ginger as tough as ever? Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports.

We take a look back on the big stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this morning on the show was Louise Burne Political Correspondent with the Irish Daily Mirror, Catherine Murphy Co-leader of the social democrats and vice chair of the public accounts committee and also Regina Doherty Fine Gael Seanad leader, minister of employment affairs & social protection.

To celebrate Bastille Day, chef Gary O’Hanlon will be telling us how to make Coq Au Vin, a French dish of chicken braised with wine, lardons, mushrooms, and garlic.

We discuss the treatment of chronic illness in an aging population with exercise with Dr Noel McCaffrey founder and CEO of ExWell Medical.

'Cold case' evidence infers man murdered vulnerable woman Nora Sheehan 42 years ago, a jury is told. Frank Greaney Newstalk’s Court’s Correspondent.

With workers at Tara Mines agreeing to a temporary closure of the plant in favour of unions negotiating a satisfactory working condition deal, we get the latest reaction from Mick Leylan Miner and Chair of the Miner Union, and also Adrian Kane SIPTU divisional organiser.

Between the recently visible aurora borealis and the two celestial showers expected later this year, 2023 is proving to be a remarkable year for astronomy. And growing numbers of Irish people are greeting the Gods with delight. Newstalk's Sarah Madden joins local Balbriggan stargazers to lea.rn what's giving the universe, well, universal appeal.

Bastille Day is also known as fête nationale. It is celebrated by the French each year to honor the moment in 1789 when the Bastille fell. Joining Pat on the day of the celebration was French Ambassador to Ireland- Sir Vincent Guérend.

Turmoil is set to ensue as RTÉ DG Backhurst does not accept Ryan Tubridy’s ‘7 Untruths’ We speak to Sean Defoe Bauer Media’s Political Correspondent and Niamh Smyth Chair of the Oireachtas Committee.

I had fallen prey to the insidious myth of perseverance. Like so many of us, I believed that grit is always golden, that hanging in is always superior to dropping out, and that when you quit, you lose.” Those are the words of Dr Julia Keller, Journalist, Pulitzer Prize-winning Author & Author of Quitting: A Life Strategy.

All Things Considered: Can comedy go too far? Ciara gave her opinion do you agree?

From a small town in Austria to Hollywood A-Lister, we profile the works of Arnold Schwarzenegger in the new Netflix series 'Arnold'

Should your team losing ruin your whole week? Are there scientific reasons why our team loss impacts us so much? Joining Pat to discuss was Shane Hannon co-presenter of OTB AM.

Potential funding for family law can see a dramatic change. We get more details from Keith Walsh family law solicitor and Senior Council specializing in divorce and family law in Dublin.

Outrage as the national children’s Hospital won’t open until 2025. We get an unhappy reaction from Dr Roisín Healy Former Consultant in Emergency Paediatrics in Crumlin and also Roisin Shorthall TD for Dublin North West and spokesperson on Health; Finance; & Public Expenditure & Reform.

We hear how sustainable home improvements can be beneficial to both our health and our environment with Jo Linehan, Editor of the climate supplement with the Sunday Times Ireland.

Not just artificial intelligence but artificial imagination is what Google has promised with their take on Chat Gpt. Jess Kelly, Tech Correspondent Newstalk brought us the details.

We hear what to expect as Kevin Bakhurst goes before the public accounts committee this morning. Speaking to Pat this morning was Bauer Media’s Political Correspondent Seán Defoe and also John Brady TD for Wicklow. Sinn Féin spokesperson for Youth, Equality & Integration. Member of the Public Accounts Committee.

Paraic Horkan on why this wet weather is good news for planting but can be bad news for potatoes and tomatoes.

What changes can we make to our towns and cities to reduce crime? With an insight to this Pat was joined on the show by Sgt John Fitzpatrick Crime Prevention Officer for Wicklow.

A recent study has found that playing board games brings all kinds of significant benefits to young and old Luke O’Neill, Professor of Biochemistry at the School of Immunology, Trinity College explains the findings.