The Pat Kenny Show

Its estimated that 10 percent of people in Ireland have access to ADHD treatment. But those numbers don’t reflect the current demand.  With an increase of demand has resulted in a shortage of services for those with ADHD, people are now waiting long periods for even an assessment. As it is ADHD Awareness Month, two people who are here to shine a light on all of this and more are Ethan Lloyd, a young person with ADHD and Dr Michelle Hill, consultant psychiatrist.  

The Premier League back this weekend with a thrilling lineup including Chelsea vs. Liverpool. F1 goes to Singapore for the Grand Prix, and an exciting weekend of rugby, with Australia facing off against New Zealand and Argentina taking on South Africa for the rugby championship.Colm Boohig from Off The Ball takes us through a very busy weekend of sport.All with thanks to Visit Pennsylvania.

THE European Association for the study of obesity has issued new guidelines stating weight loss drugs should be the first treatment for patients. European doctors argue that these jabs can be used as powerful slimming aids and reduce other health concerns such as such as high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes. All to discuss further with Professor Donal O’Shea, Clinical Lead for Obesity at the HSE.

Recent changes to Ireland's Local Property Tax. Properties valued up to €525,000 will see an increase of between €5 and €25 annually, while those valued above €1.26 million will be taxed proportionally, with properties over €2.1 million taxed based on their actual value.Pat discusses all the changes with Rowena Quinn, Managing Partner of Hunters Estate Agent.

Storm Amy is approaching Ireland today, bringing heavy rain and strong to gale-force winds with a risk of power outages and significant travel disruption. We get the latest on the approaching storm with Liz Walsh, Meteorologist with Met Éireann and David Martin from the Road Safety Authority  

All eyes were on Dublin for the NFL game in Croke Park last Sunday.7.9 million viewers tuned in to watch the Steelers beat the Vikings, making it the second most-watched NFL Network International Game ever. Of course, the GAA also has a long tradition of sending teams Stateside to promote Gaelic games in North America but their first attempt at an ‘American Invasion’ brought the association to the brink of collapse. Off The Ball’s Cameron Hill can tell us more.All with thanks to Visit Pennsylvania

Investment scam victim conned out of €150k as criminals target people in recovery scams. Swindle involves panicked customers losing more money on top of what was stolen from them in the first place. For more on this Pat spoke to Jess Kelly Newstalk's Technology Correspondent.  

The United States government remains shutdown as neither side have been able to reach agreement on continuing to fund the government. With thousands of job cuts threatened, who serves to benefit from a prolonged shutdown? All to discuss with Brett Bruen President of the Global Situation Room and Former Director of Global Engagement at the White House during the Obama Administration. 

We buy so many clothes but return a lot of them. We discuss the complexities of returns/refunds with Laura Jordan, Image and Brand Consultant owner of Style Savvy.

We might think of Dublin city being built up, noisy and devoid of anything but humans going about their business. But the reality could be nothing further from the truth. Éanna Ní Lamhna brings us through the remarkable collection of wildlife inside the M50.

In the early 1960s, the United Nations was regarded as Humankind’s best hope for ending war. A peaceful world seemed possible. In Peacemaker, Thant Myint-U shows the forgotten role played by his grandfather, Secretary-General U Thant, in many of the pivotal confrontations of the twentieth century: from the Congo to the Cuban Missile Crisis and the 1967 Arab-Israel War to Vietnam. U Thant’s tireless efforts gave voice to the newly decolonised world as he championed racial equality, environmental protection, and a fairer international economy, all while racing to prevent a third world war. 

Yesterday activists on board a Gaza-bound aid flotilla say the Israeli navy has begun intercepting their vessels. Israel stopped a total of 14 flotilla vessels carrying aid to Gaza. We get the latest on this with Tariq Ra’ouf, spokesperson for the Global Sumud Flotilla.

Some children are not being seen for their crucial child developmental checks. While parents in some parts of the country find it hard to access these appointments at all, due to a post code lottery. Newstalk Reporter Stephaine Rohan has been looking into this and explained her findings with Pat.

From venues and sporting events to equipment and travel, sport, like every industry, has an environmental impact. As the climate continues to change, heatwaves and other extreme weather phenomena negatively affect competitions and impact athletes’ health and performance. Sustainability Journalist Jo Linehan tells us what is being done to reduce this impact.  

According to a new survey, a majority of people believe that the family home should be exempt from inheritance tax. The survey also found that many are unsure about the inheritance tax thresholds. Joining Pat to discuss further is the Irish Independent’s Personal Finance Editor, Charlie Weston.  

Most people know Alcatraz as the infamous prison in San Francisco Bay, a place of punishment, isolation, and harsh living. Yet the story of the island is much richer than that. Long before it became a federal penitentiary, Alcatraz had gardens. In fact, the history of gardening on the island stretches back three times longer than its life as a prison.Dermot Gavin tells us the story of the gardens of Alcatraz.

In June of 2020, Katherine Zappone stepped down as Minister for Children and Youth Affairs. A latecomer to elected politics, Zappone was first nominated to Seanad Éireann in 2011 before making in to a seat at the Cabinet table. Katherine chronicles her life leading up to this in her new memoir. 

VHI, Laya and Irish Life Health (ILH) recently announced further rate increases from the 1st of October. For VHI and ILH, the average increase will be 3% whereas the Laya average increase will be 4.5%. To discuss the increases and how to get the best deal was Dermot Goode health insurance expert with Healthinsuranceireland.ie.

Why job turnover at Irish workplaces has surged to a record high? All to discuss with Donal O’ Donoghue, MD Sanderson Recruitment.

Lisa Cannon, TV Host and Executive Producer for ‘Spotlight’ takes a look at the family favourite movie 'Toy Story.

European leaders are meeting in Copenhagen today to discuss continued support for Ukraine. It follows one of the largest attacks of the war over the weekend where at least four people were killed in Kyiv. Sean Bell Former Fighter Pilot, Military Analyst and Co-Host Of The Red Matrix Podcast, in Kyiv  joins us from on the ground in Kyiv.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin is among several EU leaders gathering in Denmark today for an informal European council meeting to discuss defence and drone incursions. Ministers across several departments have clashed with the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform. We discuss this and more with Harry McGee, Political Correspondent with the Irish Times and also Michael Gillespie, TUI General Secretary.

In the Green Scene this week our Moon is rusting and it could be Earth’s fault. We also hear how scientists used AI to create a brand-new virus, and a couple of new antibiotics. All to discuss with Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Research for Society For Research Ireland.All with thanks to Repak.

Daft, broken process for the ‘surrender’ of driving licenses. There are about 11,000 cases per year where a driver is disqualified. That can be for reaching 12 penalty points, or for getting a disqualification from a court. When disqualified, you are supposed to hand over the document itself within 14 days.We ask why was only one disqualified driver out of thousands penalised for the offence? All to discuss with Conor Faughnan, Transport Commentator.

US shut down, Tony Blair in Gaza peace deal and what next for the Labour party. All to discuss with Alastair Campbell writer and mental health campaigner and host of The Rest is Politics Podcast.

Last night, the three candidates for the Presidency took to their first three-way debate on Virgin Media’s Tonight Show. We listen back to the highlights with analysis from Newstalk Political Correspondent and Host of the Let Me Explain Podcast Seán Defoe.

Meta boss says Irish parents should take charge of kids’ Instagram and Facebook usage more. Launching new teen accounts in Ireland, Meta’s Global Head of Safety, Antigone Davis, said that parents should step up to judge whether content their kids see is ‘free speech’ or ‘harmful’.We discuss further with Jess Kelly Newstalk's Technology Correspondent.

Only 13 men will begin their studies for the priesthood this autumn. The number is down from 21 last year and takes the total number of Seminarians for the country’s dioceses to 77. But just why is this number falling? Pat discusses this further with Fr Paddy Byrne, Parish priest of Abbeyleix, Co Laois. 

A new film, 'Re Creation' imagines the debate in the jury room following the trail of Ian Baily for the murder of Sophie Toscan Du Plantier. Joining Pat on the show was Jim Sheridan, Six Time Academy Nominated Director and also David Merriman, Award Winning Writer and Director.

Bali has become on the most popular holiday destinations in recent years. With a tropical climate all year around alongside lively beach clubs, relaxing yoga retreats and fresh acai bowls. We ask Is Bali the tropical paradise that social media portrays it to be? All to discuss with Ruby Borg, Social Media Editor at Lifestyle with The Telegraph.

A US peace plan for Gaza has been welcomed by European and Middle eastern leaders. President Donald Trump has warned Hamas to accept it.   Pat discusses this and more with Duncan Bullivant, Special Advisor to the Head of the Bosnia peace keeping mission and Ceo of the Henderson group, an international risk management advisory.  

We take look at new figures contained in 2024 ‘Local Authority Performance Indicator Report’ from National Oversight and Audit Commission. The findings all to discuss with  Michael McCarthy, Chair of the National Oversight and Audit Commission.

In recent years sexually transmitted diseases are trending downward across the board. However herpes is the one that remains high despite increased testing. Genitourinary Medicine Consultant. Dr Aising Loy also discusses a new strategy to reduce STIs with a drug called doxy-pep and how it works.

Today is World Heart Day and Consultant Cardiologist from the Beacon Hospital, Dr David Burke, answers your heart questions as well as bringing us up to date on all the latest wearable health tech.

Newstalk reporter Henry McKean was in Offaly to bring us all the reaction as Shane Lowry holes the decisive putt which saw Europe win the Ryder Cup.

As male social circles shrink, female partners say they have to meet more social and emotional needs. Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist joined Pat Kenny on the show to discuss.

What started as an empty shop window in Mullingar has now resulted in a thriving business with two locations, and hopefully another bestselling book, good together on the cards. Una Leonard is the successful owner of 2210 Patisserie, and her new book Good Together looks at recipes for the moments that matter. Una Leonard, Author and owner of 2210 Patisserie, joined Pat Kenny on the show this morning. 

As Zelensky warns of a destructive arms race, just who has what when it comes to military equipment and people? Declan Power, Defence and Security Analyst, joined Pat Kenny on the show to discuss.

A leading oncologist has warned that public patients are being denied ­powerful new cancer drugs which could keep them alive for longer or in some cases, cure them, while these same drugs are available to people who have health insurance. The oncologist in question, Dr. Michael McCarthy, a cancer specialist in Galway University Hospital, who has long campaigned to end the inequity, is now among a number of senior specialists who are supporting a letter to Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill proposing a co-funded early-access programme. Dr. Michael McCarthy, Consultant Oncologist at Galway University Hospital, joined Pat Kenny on the show.

Europe takes home yet another Ryder Cup win, and England come out on top in the Women’s Rugby World Cup. A look back on the weekend's sporting action with Colm Boohig.

Would you cycle across Dublin city if you were met with green lights all the way?  Well, cyclists in Copenhagen are about to get just that! A new initiative is set to be launched that will see synchronized traffic lights on key roads, allowing cyclists to travel at about 20km/h. But is this feasible in a city that has cars driving around?    Ajit Niranjan, European Environment Correspondent with The Guardian, joined Pat Kenny on the show to discuss the new initiative.

Apple is now calling for reforms to EU anti-monopoly legislation and claims they may stop shipping some of their products to the EU if no changes are made. The company is criticising Brussels’ tech regulations and argues that user experience is suffering as a result. Joining us to analyse and discuss this dispute was technology editor with the Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent, Adrian Weckler. 

A garda investigation is underway after the bodies of a man and a young child were found in a house on Saturday. Sarah Burns, News Reporter with The Irish Times, joined Pat with the latest on the garda investigation.

Gareth Mullins talks through classic New York cheesecake and the beloved apple crumble.

A look back on the news stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Ciara Doherty was Séan Fleming, Fianna Fáil, Laois TD. Chair of the Oireachtas Committee on Infrastructure and NDP Delivery. Spokesperson on Infrastructure Delivery, Duncan Smith, Labour, Dublin Fingal East TD. Party Whip and Foreign Affairs and Trade; Defence and Claire Scott, Political Correspondent, The Sunday Times.

The number of women in the labor market has dramatically increased in the past few years with double the figures in recent times.  Despite the increase in women working, a new survey shows that 50% of women have turned down a career or business opportunity due to family responsibilities.We ask what are the biggest barriers facing women in business with Amy O'Sullivan, AOS Consulting and the National President of Network Ireland.

Dublin's city dwellers walk past it every day, workers orient themselves by it's geography, but how many of us in the Capital can actually say we've been in the Liffey, or even thought about jumping in for a quick dip? Well, a new Public Water Sports Centre hopes to turn the rivers lonely tide and get more Dubliners sailing, kayaking and watercycling than ever before.  Equipped with a lifejacket, Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports: 

Head lice is one thing that most parents have to deal with at some point in time. As schools return, so does the regular check for nits and a letter from the school to say it’s spreading like wildfire. Natasha Lucas, from The Nit Cracker and specialist in tackling head lice in children tell us how you can treat headlice.

In a late night post, Donald Trump announced 100% tariffs pharmaceutical products. However, there was very little detail provided in his 62 word post. All to discuss with John O’Loughlin, Partner Responsible for Global Trade and Customs, PWC.

Looking ahead now to a busy weekend in sport, the 45th Ryder Cup begins today, Team USA will be hosting Team Europe in Farmingdale, New York. England and Canada face off in the Women’s Rugby World Cup Final set for Saturday, with New Zealand and France competing for Bronze. The Premiere League back again this weekend. A Dublin derby, and the NFL comes to Dublin. Colm Boohig from Off The Ball looks ahead to all the sport.With thanks to Visit Pennsylvania.