The Pat Kenny Show

David Robert Grimes looks at how climate misinformation has spread across the internet with young people also falling victim to the misinformation.

India and Pakistan exchange gunfire overnight following the worst violence seen in the two countries in the last two decades. We get the latest on this with Meghna Bali, ABC's South Asia Bureau Chief.

The Ring of Kerry attracts thousands of visitors every summer. However new roadworks have caused some concerns for locals. Our reporter Josh Crosbie has been looking into this.

Jo Linehan shares how to read clothing tags, what you should avoid on your labels and what happens to items after they go into a textile recycling bin in a bid to reduce fast fashion.

Black smoke billowed from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel last night following the first round of voting to elect a new pope. The latest from the Vatican with Henry McKean and Senior Reporter Global, Mail Online Nick Pisa.

This weekend senior US officials are set to meet a high-level Chinese delegation since the start of the trade war. Denis Staunton, China correspondent with The Irish Times. 

Professor Caitriona Ryan, Consultant Dermatologist with the Institute of Dermatology joined Pat on the show this morning to answer listeners questions and queries.

The number of cases of elder abuse has more than doubled in the last 5 years. We get reaction to these figures with Seán Moynihan, CEO of Alone.

In the hills above Mevagissey on the Cornish coast, where mist clings to the trees and time seems to linger in the hedgerows, there lies a garden that once disappeared from the world. Not just abandoned. Not merely overgrown. Lost. Forgotten by its owners, swallowed by ivy, bramble, and silence. It was not only the plants that vanished, but the lives of the people who had shaped  them—names unspoken, stories untold. Diarmuid Gavin tells us the story of the lost Gardens of Heligan.All with thanks to Tirlán.

Set in the backdrop of New York City’s speakeasy scene of the 1930’s. The Many Murders of Michael Molloy covers the incredible true story of an Irishman who refused to die. The Author of this compelling and stranger-than-fiction story Simon Read joins us now. 

Gardai are actively using a new piece of equipment to test e-bikes and e-scooters at the roadside. Conor Faughnan Transport Commentator tell us more.

This week we go inside Hollywood with Lisa Cannon to look at the top villains in cinema that terrified audiences. 

The Conclave starts to select a new Pope, after a Holy Mass this morning. Newstalk |Reporter Henry McKean is in Rome and he reported for us this morning live from St Peter's Square.

Misneach is the Irish Charity bringing vital rehabilitation equipment to the wounded in Ukraine. Pat spoke to Andy Kenny – co-founder of Misneach about their vital work.

Former HSE Chief Executive Tony O’Brien has taken over as Chairperson of The Peter McVerry Trust. It follows a difficult period for the Trust which has been under increased oversight from regulators. Tony joined Pat this on the show this morning.

Why are Irish householders paying 350 euro more for their electricity than their average EU customer? We discuss all this and more with Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor, Irish Independent.

With the rise in vape shops popping up across Dublin city, concerns are being raised over what has been described as the "proliferation" of these type of shops. Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie finds out why this increase has occurred.

Drone carrying pipe bomb crashes near family home in Finglas. We hear the latest on the  local feud with Conor Lally Security and Crime Editor of The Irish Times.

Why is news content not allowed on several major social media platforms within Canada? Newstalk Technology Correspondent is in Canada and explains why this, Jess also answered listeners tech queries.

The world’s cardinals will enter conclave tomorrow to elect a successor to the late Pope Francis. The process is steeped in history and tradition and to take us through the whole process is Dr Kurt Martens, Ordinary Professor in Canon Law at the Catholic University of America.

New car registrations rose 1.9% in April to 8,731 units that’s a modest increase, but it brings the year-to-date total to over 73,500, up 3.4% on last year. Electric vehicles (EVs) saw a 23.7% jump in April, with 1,343 new EVs hitting the road, and a massive 25.5% increase year-to-date. Clearly, drivers are charging ahead with confidence. All to discuss with Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor and Columnist, Irish Independent.

Israel’s Security Cabinet yesterday decided on a plan to expand its offensive in the Gaza strip which would involve the displacement of ‘most’ of the enclave’s 2.1m people. We get the latest on this with Duncan Bullivant, CEO of the Henderson Risk Group, an international risk management advisory.

Just weeks after UK retailer marks and spencer was hit by cyber-attack, luxury department store Harrods was another company who fell victim to an attack.  Harrods said they experienced attempts to gain unauthorized access to some of our systems.  So why are so many retailers becoming the target of cyber-crime?  To discuss further Pat was joined on the show by Dermot Williams, Managing Director of Threatscape, an Irish Cyber security Company.

 European Gray wolves have recovered in the last decade and according to a study, they increased by 60% in 2022. The increase is especially impressive since in Europe wolves must share a largely human-dominated landscape. Also we hear about a type of caterpillar known as the ‘bone collector’ has been discovered by researchers, which wears dead insect body parts to disguise itself from spiders.All to discuss with Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Research for Society For Research Ireland.With thanks to Repak. 

New legislation will see Brendan McDonagh keep his €430,000 Nama salary despite failing to be appointed as the “housing Tsar”. Pat discussed this further with Craig Hughes Political Editor with the Irish Daily Mail.

We look back on the week’s news including Donald Trump passing the 100 day mark, a row over a housing tsar and a seven day work week for the HSE. All to discuss with Hildegarde Naughton TD, Fine Gael, Minister of State attending cabinet with responsibility for Disability, Galway West Rory Hearne TD, Social Democrats, Spokesperson for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Dublin North-West andCraig Hughes, Political Editor, Irish Daily Mail. 

Gareth Mullins talks through two BBQ dishes .A burger and homemade tomato relish as well as chicken thighs with asparagus.

We often hear of the challenges and work involved with the Defence Forces. But alongside the troops on the ground are over 1,600 Reserve Defence Forces. They are training and preparing to support their full-time colleagues in times of crisis.  The military is actively recruiting reserve personnel with an ambition of having around 4,000 members by 2028. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie spent some time at the Coolmoney camp in the Wicklow Mountains

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. 

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.

"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. 

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.

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.