The Pat Kenny Show

Gardaí investigating the disappearance and murder Annie McCarrick have confirmed that they have arrested man on suspicion of her murder. We get the latest on this with Paul Williams Irish Independent Crime Journalist.  

One in four deaths are caused by heart disease and stroke each year. Dr Jim O’Brien Consultant Cardiologist explains how it is important to take care of your heart and what symptoms to look out for relating to heart disease.

Ministers are under increasing pressure to pass the rent pressure zone bill to avoid further price hikes for renters.  But will waiting to introduce the new RPZ will cause a rise in rents?To discuss this and more was Lorcan Sirr, Senior Lecturer in Housing at TUD and Gabija Gataveckaitė political correspondent at the Irish Independent and Sunday Independent.

When most people think of gardens, they picture a quiet plot behind a house, a few potted plants on a terrace, or a peaceful Sunday stroll in a walled botanical garden. But in the small island nation of Singapore, something far more radical took root: What if an entire country could become a garden? This wasn’t an ornamental idea. It was policy. Strategy. Even statecraft. And it began with one man: Lee Kuan Yew, the founding Prime Minister of Singapore.Diarmuid Gavin tell us all this week in Gardening Stories.All with thanks to Tirlán,

How do you get big things done? That is a question that leading expert in megaproject management Bent Flyvbjerg has sought to answer when it comes to big infrastructural projects around the world. In a country where things often seem to run over budget and time, what are the main reasons this happens around the world and what can we do to stop it?  

After two nights of public disorder and riots on the streets of Ballymena in County Antrim, things have calmed down. Petrol bombs and bricks were thrown at police while others had their homes destroyed. Alison Morris, Crime and Security Correspondent with the Belfast Telegraph brings us the latest.

On Inside Hollywood this week. When the interview turns sour and stars get annoyed and are they justified as reporters push it too far. All to chat about with Lisa Cannon Entertainment Presenter and Producer.  

It’s a busy day for the RSA today. They are up in front of the Oireachtas Transport Committee, they are hosting their annual conference and they are launching their new TV ad. The conference is focused on Drugs and Driving, and some of the material presented will highlight just how big a problem it is.All to discuss with Transport Commentator Conor Faughnan. 

Dr Ruth Freeman looks at how the Burmese pythons in Florida have been known to swallow large animals, like deer and alligators. Now, for the first time on record, a Florida bobcat has been caught killing a 12-foot python in a sign of nature fighting back. Also, when a heatwave arrives in Ireland, we all reach for the sunscreen and hats but what if the biggest danger isn't just to our bodies, but to our minds?All with thanks to Repak.

Hazel Behan was just 20 years old when her life changed forever. What started off as a summer working broad in Portugal turned into a nightmare.  One night after a long day of working in Praia Da Roch, Hazel returned home and was violently attacked in her apartment by a complete stranger.  The man who attacked her is the prime suspect in the Madeline McCann case Christian Brückner. Brückner is now in prison for raping a 72-year-old woman in Praia Da Luz in 2005. Hazel’s case was brought to the fore years later she decided to waive anonymity and help the Met Police in their investigation regarding Madeline McCann.    Hazel told Pat her story in studio this morning.

In the summer of 2024, sports columnist Eamonn Sweeney set out to follow the All-Ireland championships around the country, retracing footsteps he’d first laid down in his 2004 bestseller The Road to Croker. But there was one big problem. For many years, he had struggled with a crippling travel phobia that left him largely confined to his hometown in West Cork. To fulfil his publishing contract, he had to face his deepest fears. The Last Ditch is a story about mental health, hidden shame and a life-changing moment in a remote train station.

Ministers and retired civil servants are to have the pension contributions checked after Minister Jack Chambers was alerted to potential underpayments and overpayments. We get reaction to this with Pearse Doherty, Sinn Féin, Spokesperson for Finance.

Meta is updating its privacy policy, what do we need to know? The update is set to take place for users in Europe next month. Some of the changes will look at adjusting the legal basis it relies on for product improvements.Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly brings us all the details.

The one-woman show, “Mother of All Behans” starring Imelda May  returns this summer. Adapted from the book by Brian Behan, the show, directed by Peter Sheridan, gives a “fascinating record of a remarkable life” of Brendan Behan’s mother, Kathleen.Star of the show Imelda May chatted to Pat this morning on the show.

Switching providers no matter what it is always a task that people do not look forward to. Is it better to switch or easier to stay? Bonkers.ie Daragh Cassidy is here to provide all the best tips and advice when it comes to making the big switch.

Activists from Madleen are deported from Israel this morning following the Israeli seizure of the aid ship. We discuss this and more with Paul Kearns, Freelance journalist in Tel Aviv and also John Reynolds, Associate Professor of Law at Maynooth University. 

The rising cost of saying i do! Why one in four couples spend up to €50,000 for a wedding. All to discuss with Tara Fay, Wedding planner.

Over 500,000 people in Ireland care for loved ones every single day and a lot of our carers are children and young adults. This week marks 'National Carers Week' and so many children and young people take on the carer role in their family.  Joining Pat today was two young carers 15-year-old Lucy O’Connor from county Monaghan who cares for her brother and both of her parents and Benjamiin Buday who is 12 years old and takes care of his sister.

Coalition leaders last night approved changes to rent pressure zones, extending them across the country. To explain what this means Pat spoke to Craig Hughes, Political Editor, Irish Daily Mail and also Rory Hearne TD, Social Democrats, Spokesperson for Housing, Local Government and Heritage .

Financially preparing for death can be made easier than you think. There are seven steps that you should take so you don’t leave your family or loved ones with a big inheritance tax. Leah McMahon Financial Planner at Castle Capital is our expert today and she explained all for our listeners.All with thanks to Hidden Hearing.

The Mansion House will be full of people in business as they attend the Newstalk Changemaker Business Awards this Wednesday. Pat was joined on the show by Chair of the judging panel, David McRedmond  CEO of An Post and Chair of Judging panel for Newstalk Changemaker Business Awards. The nominees that were required were thought leaders and disruptors in their categories - change makers who had looked at a business challenge and come up with a new path to address them. Over 160 nominations were received and the judging panel chaired by David McRedmond selected a shortlist of 64 to bring to interview. Anton Savage will be the MC on June 11th at The Mansion House. 

Busting up with your buddy. How to behave when your friendship sours. Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist give us advice on dealing with the break up of a friendship.

Gen Z and Gen Alpha are using AI to create their CVs and cover letters and it’s blatantly obvious. We ask how do people skills stand out in this AI driven jobs market. Joining Pat to discuss was Avril Clare, Managing Director of Avril Clare Recruiters Limited and Columnist with the Business Post.

Group tours are on the rise. They suit all kinds of travellers, from solos, young people and the more mature who want convenience and free time. Pól Ó Conghaile, Travel Editor with The Irish Independent brings so tips and suggestions for the perfect group tour.All with thanks to Ryanair.

National Guard deployed amidst LA protests and the breakup saga of Musk and Trump continues. All to discuss with Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Training, Communications Clinic and Gina London, Leadership Communications expert and columnist with The Sunday Independent. 

Its been six months since the new Dublin City Council rules involving waste management in Dublin city were implemented but bin bags are still causing an issue throughout the city. Businesses have voiced concern over the opening of rubbish bags throughout the city. As Dublin is set to enter its busiest time with tourists, how can we make the city cleaner?Pat asked Richard Guiney, CEO of Dublin Town and also Paul Gallagher, CEO of IHF and former Manager of Buswells.

Israeli forces have seized the Madleen Flotilla carrying activists and a small quantity of humanitarian aid. We discuss this and more with Fawaz Gerges, Professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science.

To escape her haunting past and start anew, a children’s author moves to a small town with her son. But when a seemingly innocent toy train and the recent loss of her husband begin to blur the lines between reality and illusion, her mind starts to unravel, leading her on a journey where memory, grief, and the supernatural collide New York Times bestselling author Linwood Barkley joined Pat on the show to chat about his new book,' Whistle'. 

Joe Neville, Fine Gael TD for Kildare North, Sinead Gibney, Social Democrats TD, and Tabitha Monahan, Political Reporter with the Irish Independent, join Anton Savage to debate the major stories of the week.From the CHI report being sent to Gardaí and Ireland’s stalled housing targets, to aid access in Gaza, climate warnings from the EPA, and the political fallout from Liam Cunningham’s remarks ahead of the Gaza flotilla’s arrival.Listen here.

Summer green risotto and vietnamese summer rolls. How to use season veggies to make something spectacular with Erica Drum, Chef and author.Listen here.

The DAA has announced that Dublin Airport is set to remove the 100ml liquid rule for all carry on luggage. Initially the rule was supposed to be lifted across the EU last year but due to delays it is now expected to happen this summer.   Eoghan Corry, Air and Travel Magazine Editor explains.Listen here.

Some parents are using bribery as a tool to encourage their children to do well in the Leaving Cert. Some are promising money, other cars. With that in mind, we want to know how far parents will go to bribe their children to do what they want and whether or not it is the right thing to do.  Anton is joined by Niamh O’Reilly, Freelance Journalist and Adrian Barry ,Managing Director of Off the Ball  to discuss.

Israeli forces have recovered the bodies of two Israeli Americans who were held captive following the attacks on 7 October.There are now said to be 56 hostages still being held by Hamas in Gaza.  This recovery comes following as new reports reveal the rate of young children suffering from acute malnutrition in gaza has nearly tripled since a ceasefire.   Gershon Baskin, former Israel Hostage negotiator joins Anton.

Trouble in the Oval Office.Larry Donnelly, Law lecturer at the University of Galway and political columnist with TheJournal.ie discussed the feud between two of America’s most controversial figures.  Listen here.

According to a new report, 1 in every 4 empty Council homes have been boarded up for longer than 12 months.This with nearly 3000 council homes lying empty across the country.Sinn Fein TD Thomas Gould joined Anton to discuss.

Patrick, John, and Clare graham from the London vegetable orchestra join Anton ahead of their performance in Dublin on Saturday.Yes, you read that correctly -- London's Vegetable Orchestra  use vegetables as instruments.Listen here.

Are farmers better off than they were 40 years ago? Since 1985 we have had better tech more rules and regulations on farming and inflation too. Well Denis Drennan President of the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers’ Association (ICSMA) sat down with Anton to answer that question.Listen here.

With the new-look Club World Cup starting in two weeks' time, Off The Ball's Cameron Hill joins Pat to discuss some of the world's weirdest football competitions.The entire club season in Greenland, for example, is played over a single week in August, due to sunlight.Listen here for more.

Donald Trump announces yet another ban. This time its a US travel ban on 12 countries including Afghanistan Iran and Sudan which will come into effect on Monday. Brett Bruen, President of the Global Situation Room and former Director of Global Engagement at the White House during the Obama Presidency joined Pat to discuss this move.Listen here.

One of the biggest questions during a separation is what to do about the home, especially if one partner wants to stay, often with kids involved. But figuring out how to take over the mortgage solo, buy the other person out, or even keep your credit on track can be a minefield. Margaret Barrett, from Mortgage Navigators, joined Pat to discuss the practical elements of what really happens in a divorce.Listen here.

Cormac Moore, Historian in residence with Dublin City Council and Columnist with the Irish News, joins Pat to discuss his new book "The Root of all Evil: an Irish Boundary Commission."

The Trump administration wants the Apple iPhone to be made in the US instead of China where most are currently made. But Professor Luke O'Neill , Professor of Biochemistry at the school of Immunology, Trinity College joined Pat to tell us why that won't be possible any time soon.

Has the latest measures in the Dublin city transport plan made a difference to the city?NewsTalk's own Josh Crosbie reports.

Colm Brophy, Minister of State for Migration joined Pat to discuss the fallout from the CHI report and to further discuss the deportation of 35 individuals from Dublin to Nigeria on Wednesday.Listen here.

Jo Linehan, Editor of CLIMATE with the Sunday Times Ireland, joins Pat to look at some of the Irish sustainability solutions becoming available for parents and families.From secondhand websites for kids essentials to reusable nappies, to a new company that allows you to rent items for children on holidays.Listen here.

Acne is one of the most common skin conditions and it affects people of all ages and all skin types. Over 9 per cent of the global population is affected by it. But what are the causes of acne, what should people do about it and what are the types of treatment people can get? Pat was joined by consultant dermatologist, Niki Ralph, earlier to answer all your questions.

Ireland is something of a paradox: a wet country that has too little water We also have more than 15,500 homeless people and 160,000 vacant homes.So where do the problems arise?Dr Lorcan Sirr, Senior lecturer in housing at the Technological University Dublin, joins Pat to discuss.

Diarmuid Gavin joins pat for this week's Garden stories.He's here to discuss a first; the world's first designed garden -- 3000 years ago.Listen here for more.

The Little Museum of Dublin this morning reopens after a multi -million refurbishment and a brand new lift for accessibility. Ranked as the number 1 ‘Thing To Do’ in Dublin and number 12 among Europe’s top 25 attractions on TripAdvisor. NewsTalk got a sneak peak of the fully renovated museum as it returns to its stunning Georgian home on St. Stephen’s Green after a €4.3 million transformation. Newstalk's Henry McKean reports

Irish Author Melissa Hill joins Pat to discuss her latest book ‘Only in New York.’Get all this brilliant conversation here.