The Pat Kenny Show

Donald Trump just passed his 100 day mark before seeing the first big departure of his administration as he moved his National Security Advisor Mike Walz. All to discuss with Nick Bryant, author of The Forever War: America’s Unending Conflict with Itself and presenter of Saturday Extra on ABC Radio National. 

The UK counter-terror police launch formal investigation after reviewing concert footage of the band Kneecap. Videos resurfaced online shows of the band calling for the deaths of MPs and shouting “up Hamas, up Hezbollah”. Daniel Lambert, Manager of Kneecap joined Anton this morning on the show.

Last night Manchester United defeated Bilbao in Europa League semi-final with a 3-0 win. Also this weekend will Leinster face off Northampton in Champion Cup Semi Final. Colm Boohig from Off The Ball brings us all the sports happening this weekend.

More than three quarters of families admit to having their phones at the dinner table, with one in four saying they don’t chat at the table anymore. Brendan Kelly, Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin joins us to discus further.

The black weekend in F1. We remember the tragic weekend at Imola that saw then death of Roland Ratzenberger and Aryton Senna. Cameron Hill looks back on that tragic time in F1.

To mark the first 100 days of the Government our political correspondent Sean Defoe has been polling Leinster House insiders. We hear awho they think is performing well, who’s making a bags of it so far and what’s set to dominate the political agenda for the rest of the year.

All of this week, the Pat Kenny Show have been looking at the mental health impact on a young person or child who loses a parent to suicide.To give some advice and guidance on how to navigate a tragedy like this, Pat is joined by Dr Joanne Fortune, Psychotherapist and author. Joanna has worked with children impacted by the death of parent by suicide, adults who lost a parent to suicide as children and parents who have had a partner take their own life.If any of the content in this interview has effected you please reach out to the Samaritans on 116123 or Pieta House on 1800 247 247.The Losing a Parent to Suicide series on the Pat Kenny Show is supported by the Rosalynn Carter Fellowship for Mental Health Journalism in Ireland, in partnership with Shine and Produced by Pat Kenny Show Senior Producer and one of this year's fellows, Claire Darmody.

Improvisation in acting, when an actor goes off-script to create spontaneous dialogue or actions, is a powerful tool that can elevate a performance and enhance a film, show, or play. Its importance stems from its ability to bring authenticity, depth, and unpredictability to storytelling, often resulting in iconic moments that resonate with audiences.Lisa Cannon takes a look at some examples.

As we continue our series losing a parent to suicide, Pat speaks to Michelle McMullan, Michelle lost her dad Liam to suicide, 30 years ago when he was only 48 years old and Michelle was only 15, she shares the story of how that loss shaped her life. This series is supported by the Rosalynn Carter Fellowship for mental health journalism in Ireland, in partnership with Shine and produced by our Senior Producer and one of this years fellows Claire Darmody. If you have been impacted by any of the content of this interview or series you can contact the Samaritans on 116123 or Pieta House on 1800 247247. 

"Perched high above the city of Granada, the Alhambra appears less like a fortress and more like a dream suspended between heaven and earth" Take a moment for tranquility with Garden Stories from Diarmuid Gavin.All with thanks to Tirlán.

100 Days down, 1,361 to go. There has been a blitz of rhetoric and action in the first months of Donald Trump’s second term as president. We take a look back with our panel Scott Lucas, Professor and Political Analyst, Clinton Institute, UCD, Gina London, Former CNN White House Correspondent and Sunday Independent Columnist and TJ Mulloy, Democrats Abroad Ireland. 

The good weather this week means the roads will actually be more dangerous than winter time, and take care on the coming Bank Holiday weekend. We heard from Conor Faughnan, Transport commentator on how to stay safe on the roads this bank holiday weekend.

New technology to generate energy from rain, and life-saving giant sniffer rats. All to discuss with Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Research for Society For Research Ireland on this week's Green Scene.All with thanks to Repak.

Can Donald Trump keep support after his blitz in his first 100 days? And are republicans still keeping faith in their president? Albert Eisenberg, Republican Political Consultant joined Pat to discuss.

Claire Darmody speaks to Endurance Athlete and Mental Health Advocate Danny Quigley. Danny was only 21 when his Dad Colm took his own life in 2011...Danny shares the shock, pain and grief he and his family suffered after the loss of his father. He speaks about the stigma that can often surround suicide, and how that led him on to advocate and support people impacted by a loss of a person due to a suicide. Danny also shares the milestones and moments where he still misses his Dad. You can find and follow Danny on Instagram: @dannyquigleyhealth.The Losing a Parent to Suicide series on the Pat Kenny Show is supported by the Rosalynn Carter Fellowship for Mental Health Journalism in Ireland, in partnership with Shine and Produced by Pat Kenny Show Senior Producer and one of this year's fellows, Claire Darmody.

Claire Darmody speaks to June Curtin.June's husband John took his own life in 2013, and her son Calum and daughter Amelya lost their dad aged just 9 & 5. June talks about John; she shares what a great dad and husband he was, and what she can about the day died. She shares how she navigated explaining John's death to the children and the impact, the shock, grief and loss has had on them all. June also discusses the milestones and moments where they all still feel John's loss deeply, her own health issues that followed and how sea swimming is where she finds her healing, her tribe and her community.You can find and follow June on Instagram:@snamhaisasta.The Losing a Parent to Suicide series on the Pat Kenny Show is supported by the Rosalynn Carter Fellowship for Mental Health Journalism in Ireland, in partnership with Shine and Produced by Pat Kenny Show Senior Producer and one of this year's fellows, Claire Darmody.

Claire Darmody speaks to Anne Staunton, CEO of Rainbows Ireland, about their service of peer support that they offer to children who have been bereaved. Anne explains what they have observed with their work with children who have been bereaved by suicide, and exactly how Rainbows groups work. She speaks about how children can grieve very differently to adults. Anne also shares some work and research Rainbows are doing with the national office for suicide prevention.You can find a Rainbows group and more information at https://rainbowsireland.ie/.Anne also mentions a book called Safe Harbour, a new and free illustrated story book ‘Safe Harbour’ that will support children who have been bereaved by suicide; it is now available to download or order at https://about.hse.ie/news/safe-harbour-a-new-free-illustrated-story-book-for-children-bereaved-by-suicide/.The Losing a Parent to Suicide series on the Pat Kenny Show is supported by the Rosalynn Carter Fellowship for Mental Health Journalism in Ireland, in partnership with Shine and Produced by Pat Kenny Show Senior Producer and one of this year's fellows, Claire Darmody.

Our losing a parent to suicide series is supported by the Rosalynn Carter Fellowship for Mental Health Journalism in Ireland, in partnership with Shine. and produced by our senior producer and one of this years fellows Claire Darmody.Claire speaks to speaks to endurance athlete and mental health advocate Danny Quigley. Danny was only 21 when his Dad Colm took his own life in 2011. She also speaks to June Curtin, June's husband John took his own life in 2013 and her son Calum and daughter Amelya lost their dad aged just 9 and 5.Also speaking to Claire for this report was Anne Staunton, CEO of Rainbows Ireland about their service of peer support that they offer to children who have been bereaved.

DS Maeve Kerrigan has a new case in her hands when the body of a woman is found in her London hotel room. Jane Casey joins us to discuss the series free of spoilers of the new book 'The Secret Room'.

Meta is introducing a new service for public figures such as politicians and celebrities across the EU to protect them from so-called “celeb-bait” fake advertisements using their image. And is the new Galaxy A range your best value for money? All to discuss with Jess Kelly, Technology Correspondent with Newstalk

Mark Carney’s Liberal Party have taken victory in Canda’s elections, but are expected to fall short of an outright majority according to projections from national broadcaster CBC. Stevie O’Brien, a former Canadian Government Advisor joins us.

We all know we're forking out a fortune for pints these days. But where can you get the cheapest one, and why are punters paying through the nose? Sarah Madden, Newstalk reporter has been looking into the cost of a pint.

Russia has announced a ceasefire in Ukraine to coincide with its Victory Day celebrations next month. The White House, however, has said that this does not go far enough and only a permanent ceasefire will satisfy the administration. We get the latest on this with Emmanuelle Chaze, Ukraine correspondent, RFI and France24.

“Mr Flashy” is sent to prison for 5 and half years for firearms offences. We hear about the rise and fall of Glen Ward the man at the helm of the Gucci Gang. All to discuss with Robin Schiller, Journalist, Irish Independent.

Much of the power has been restored in Spain and Portugal after yesterdays snap blackout. But how long before full normality returns? Talking to Pat this morning was Graham Keeley, freelance journalist in Spain.

From vacuuming to cleaning the toilet how to you negotiate the division of household chores. All to discuss with Stephaine Regan , Clinical Psychotherapist.

There are calls for a fundamental shift in how we deal with Coronary Artery Disease is understood and dealt with. the importance of early detection of heart disease with Dr. Róisín Colleran, Consultant Cardiologist at Mater Private Network in Dublin.

Political unrest has returned to the Balkans. Bosnian State police attempted arrest of Serb leader Milorad Dodik but subsequently failed. We get the latest on the situation there with Garrett Patrick Kelly, Former UN Diplomat based in Sarajevo.

The Fab 50, A list of best places to stay in Ireland this year. Trends like rebirth of the B&B, restaurants with rooms, a new era of town center hotels. All to discuss with Pol O  Conghaile Irish Independent Travel Editor.All with thanks to Ryanair.

We hear from parents as the Muslim national school reopens today amid uncertainty over the closure of the Islamic Cultural center. Our reporter Josh Crosbie was at the school this morning.

At the Irish Medical Organisation annual conference, HSE Chief Executive Bernard Gloster said the HSE is seeking to begin rostering more staff to work over weekends from the end of June. How will this work and how was it received. Joining Pat to discuss was Dr Chris Luke, Columnist, Host of the Irish Medical Lives Podcast and Retired Consultant In Emergency Medicine and also Professor Matthew Sadlier, Chair of the IMO’s Consultant Committee.

A long awaited multimillion regeneration plan for the Grafton street area is finally due to get underway in the coming weeks. The project involves a revamp of South Anne Street, Duke Street and Lemon Street. We discuss this project with Olivia Kelly, Dublin Editor Irish Times. 

All of this week on the Pat Kenny Show, we are highlighting the mental health impact of losing a parent to suicide as a child. Ali and Grainne Clarke lost their dad Frank to suicide almost 20 years ago, aged just 9 and 12. They both shared what they remember about that difficult time, and the impact the bereavement has had on each of their lives.Our losing a parent to suicide series is supported by the Rosalynn Carter Fellowship for Mental Health Journalism in Ireland, in partnership with Shine. and produced by our Senior producer and one of this years fellows Claire Darmody.

We take a look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this morning in studio was Emer Higgins TD, Minister of State for Public Procurement, Digitalisation and eGovernment, Fine Gael, Dublin Mid West, Paul Murphy TD, People Before Profit, Dublin South West and also Jane Matthews, Political Correspondent, The Journal.

As Trump’s Special Envoy is set to meet with Russian leaders today, will they finally agree on a peace deal? We get the latest on this with Paul Rodgers, Professor Emeritus of peace studies at Bradford University.

Revolut is set to offer mortgages to the Irish market later this year. We get the details from Paul Merriman CEO of Fairstone Ireland aka AskPaul.

Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari, new drivers on the grid and all the action from the track as the Formula One season gets under way. Rory Galvin takes a look at how the new season is going so far.You can catch all the thrilling action of the 2025 Formula 1 season live on Sky Sports F1 and NOW.

All roads lead to Rome as world leaders descend upon the Vatican City for the funeral of Pope Francis tomorrow. We get reaction from mourners in St. Peter’s Basilica with our reporter Barry Whyte.

There were almost 300,000 hospital appointments cancelled last year according to figures released to Aontú through a parliamentary question. Steve McMahon of the Irish Patients’ Association discusses and exclusively reveals new data on the first three months in the health service.

Irish waters may be a 'choke point' in terms of vulnerability of subsea cables according to a UN expert. Former Defence Forces Chief of Staff, Mark Mellett, joins us to discuss our vulnerability in this area. 

Public outcry has erupted in Australia as it was relieved that State authority snipers shot down over 700 koalas. The cull took place in Budj Bim National Park. With more on this we heard from Aisling Moloney, Reporter with Storyful. 

Study reveals key groups vulnerable to misinformation with surprising results. Those in Generation Z, born between 1997 and 2012, are the first to grow up with smartphones everywhere. They are also among those most likely to believe misinformation, according to a new study. All to discuss with David Robert Grimes Author and Disinformation Expert.  

Raymond Poulidor, the cyclist celebrated for coming so close to winning the Tour de France many times, without ever actually winning it. Cameron Hill from Off The Ball tells us his story.

In this 50th anniversary year of Jaws, The Shark Is Broken at the Gaiety Theatre in May provides a deeply personal journey into the film's history.  Co-writer and star Ian Shaw offers a compelling perspective as he portrays his father, Robert Shaw, capturing the dynamics between the lead actors during the now infamous filming of Jaws. Ian joined Pat this morning to chat about the play and his father.

Almost one hundred days into the Trump presidency and we have been recounting the many seemingly outrageous happenings from stateside. But do we fundamentally misunderstand opinion within the United States? All to discuss with Law Lecturer at the University of Galway and Columnist with The Journal Larry Donnelly.

There are calls for a national database on car history for used cars to ensure any discrepancies are known to buyers. Our reporter Josh Crosbie reports.  

We get the latest from Rome as St. Peter's Basilica reopens after brief closure as thousands continue to pay respects to Pope Francis. Nick Pisa Senior Reporter Global Mail On line spoke to Pat this morning. 

The Health Minister is planning a crackdown on the use of loyalty cards to buy cheap booze, will this be welcomed b consumers? Siobhán Maguire, Consumer Journalist brings us more details.

Amid remaining high tariffs from the Trump Administration, China has begun to prioritise new alliances around the world. Is it time we increase our trading relationship with China? Chinese Ambassador Zhao Xiyuan joined Pat in studio this morning.

The reality of what we need to do to achieve climate neutrality by 2050 but are we our own worst enemy when it comes to getting the job done. The Irish Academy of Engineering has, today, published a report - The Energy Transition - What is the 2050 Action Plan and Timeline? Speaking to Pat this morning was Eamonn O’Reilly, Chairman of the Energy and Climate Action.