The Pat Kenny Show

On this week's Green Scene. Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland Dr Ruth Freeman is here to explain some watery skills. We hear how dancing baby sea turtles unlock the secrets of their navigational abilities, and impressive fish memories.All with thanks to Repak.

Urticaria is a skin reaction that causes itchy welts. Chronic hives are welts that last for more than six weeks and return often over months or years. What causes it and what the treatment? To discuss further Pat spoke to Selene Daly Tarpey, Nurse Tutor and Registered Advanced Nurse Practitioner.

Alastair Campbell writer, communicator, consultant, strategist, mental health campaigner joined Pat on the show this morning. Up for discussion Trump, Putin and how European leaders have got to understand that this is now a real crisis for Europe and for the Western world.

Apple CEO Tim Cook teased the launch of a new device this week what is expected? Also it was announce that Skype will be no more from May. Newstalk's own Killian Ginnity brings us all the details.

Sarah Corbett Lynch, Author of A time for truth and award-winning bereaved children and victims’ rights campaigner joined Pat on the show this morning.Sarah recounts family life with her stepmother Molly Martens, her experience of the Martens’ trial and the grief she still carries over the loss of her father, which left her, and her brother jack orphaned.

One of the UK’s leading beauty clinics who also operations here in Ireland has reported a 33% increase in men booking laser hair removal. Why more men are removing their body hair. To discuss further Pat spoke to Stephen McEvoy of Stephen Thomas Male Grooming and Skin Clinic.

42% of farmers have no family member looking to take over the farm. These are the findings from a new survey from the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers’ Association. To discuss this further Pat spoke to Denis Drennan a farmer and also President of the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers’ Association

Elise Ann Allen, Senior Correspondent of The Crux, joins us to discuss developments in Pope Francis’ condition as he reaches his eighteenth day in the Gemelli Hospital in Rome.

Ireland now has no jet aircraft in the Defence Forces Air Corps. With a handful of PC9 turboprop aircraft the state's ability to police its sky's is limited. To discuss this further with Pat was Kevin Byrne, Retired Lieutenant Colonel, Airport Safety and Security Expert, Declan Power, Defense and Security Expert and also Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford.

With droves and droves of Irish people emigrating to the sunny shores of Australia, does the Down Under Dream live up to its perception? Laura Kennedy and Aisling Moloney both took the plunge and moved to Australia over one year ago. They speak to Pat about their lives in Australia.

Donald Trump has paused all military aid to Ukraine. Confirming the decision a white house official declared that the U.S is “pausing and reviewing”, the military aid it contributes to Ukraine. Pat discusses this move by President Trump with Donnacha O Beachain, Professor of Politics at DCU.

Enda Dooley, Hearing Aid Audiologist joins us this morning for World Hearing Day. Enda joined Pat this morning to promote awareness around maintaining your hearing and to encourage you to regularly check your hearing health.All with thanks to Hidden Hearing.

Teasing, intimidation, exclusion and negative comments. Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist tell us how to deal with bullying in the workplace.

Finnish  Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen speaks to Pat in studio ahead of her meeting with Tanaiste Simon Harris future of European security and how the EU can support Ukraine following increased Russian aggression.

Log Cabin owners hear they may face an extra property tax while Irelands first co-housing project for middle agers is unveiled! We hear the views of our housing panel. Joining Pat this morning was Barbara Scully, broadcaster and author,  Dr Lorcan Sir, Senior Lecturer at TU Dublin and also Karl Deeter Karl Deeter, founder of onlineapplication.com.

Pól Ó Conghaile joins us to discuss the many marvelous travel destinations that Northern Ireland has to offer. From a road trip along the Causeway Coast to sleeping in Bubble Domes in Fermanagh, Pól gives us his top travel recommendations. All with thanks to Ryanair.

Anora is the shock winner at last night’s Oscars ceremony. Dee Reddy joined Pat in studio to recap on all the big moments from the 97th Academy Awards. 

Following that shocking meeting between Zelensky and Trump last Friday. The Fallout from the scenes we witnessed in the Oval Office continues. For more on this Pat spoke to Scott Lucas, Professor of US and International Politics at Clinton Institute, UCD and Pat Leahy Political editor with the Irish Times.

A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Anton today in studio was Catherine Ardagh Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin South Central, Duncan Smith, Labour TD for Dublin Fingal East and Party Whip and Tabitha Monahan, Political Reporter with The Irish Independent.

Executive Chef of The Anantara Marker Hotel Gareth Mullins talks through pancakes ahead of pancake Tuesday.

We hear the incredibly story of Dennis Okwera ,from escaping abduction to building schools and hospitals in his hometown. Joining Anton this morning on the show was Dennis Okwera Founder of Lumule Foundation.

A look ahead to the weekend of sport with Colm Boohig from Off The Ball.

A new wave of social media users has emerged who specialise in making content you hate. So what makes this so popular? We discuss this with psychotherapist Richard Hogan.

Only 23 Gardaí were assigned to Roads Policing last year, despite the Commissioner promising to appoint 75. It comes in a year in which 174 people lost their lives on Irish roads. Newstalk’s Alex Rowley reports. 

The Dáil's register of members' interests, published shows 32 of the 174 TDs declared rental income in the last year . Joining Anton this morning to discuss further was Karl Deeter the CEO of OnlineApplication.com.

We look at the career of legendary Hollywood actor Gene Hackman who died today. Dee Reddy looks at his brilliant career in movies.

Why can’t we offer MRIs and ultrasounds in hospital 24/7? Why is it still an accepted norm to wait hours in A&E? Why do issues with staffing, such as spending unnecessary amounts on agency nurses, persist? All to discuss with Dr Chris Luke, Former A&E Consultant and Phil Ní Sheaghdha from the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation.

Why do some people need less sleep? What is sleep for? Sleep and the immune system and what science says about ‘short-sleepers’. All to discuss with Luke O'Neill Luke O’Neill, Professor of Biochemistry at the school of Immunology, Trinity College.

Questions surrounding the future of our energy supply are being raised again. It comes as the Taoiseach and Ministers have voiced their support for an LNG facility of some kind. Given this, our reporter Josh Crosbie travelled to North Kerry to meet with those who are for and against the proposed Shannon LNG project. 

Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan announced plans to establish register for those convicted of serious sexual assault or domestic violence. The call has been welcomed by survivors of domestic violence but there are concerns over the anonymity of the victims with a public register. To discuss this further Jonathan was joined on the show by Sarah McGuinness, Political Correspondent with The Irish Daily Mail and also Nicola Hanney, survivor of domestic abuse.

Prime Minister Starmer and President Trump meet in Washington following announcement to increase UK defense spending. Joining us to discuss this and more news from the UK was Enda Brady, TRT Presenter and International TV News Anchor.

Last week it was indicated that planning rules around cabins and modular homes would be relaxed. We ask how viable is it to live in a modular home.Speaking to Jonathan this morning was Paula Donohue has been a owner of a modular home  in Taum for around two years and also Sean Brett founder of Steel Tech Modular Homes to discuss.

Yesterday Donald Trump announced his intention to impose 25% on imports on goods from the EU. What will this mean for Ireland? To discuss further Jonathan spoke to Pat Leahy Political Editor with the Irish Times.

This week Lisa Canon takes us through Low Budget and Indie Films made for $1 million and less which won BIG awards and made millions.

Plans for a multi-million euro outdoor swimming pool in Dublin’s North Inner City are making waves again. However, locals say the money could be better well spent, to tackle crime and improve the lives of those living near the proposed site. Josh Crosbie has been looking into this and reports for us.

The Sorrow and the Loss – Journalist and Author Martin Dillon presents a vital exploration of the toll Northern Ireland’s bloody conflict took on women from his new book ‘The Sorrow and the Loss’. 

This week Diarmuid Gavin tells us the history of Derek Jarman’s garden Prospect Cottage. Derek Jarman was never a man to follow convention. A filmmaker, artist, writer, and activist, his life was one of relentless creativity and defiance. his artistic journey took an unexpected turn when he found himself on the windswept shingle of Dungeness, a desolate landscape on the Kent coast, dominated by a looming nuclear power station and battered by salt-laden winds. Most people would have seen it as barren, inhospitable. Jarman saw possibility. When he overheard talk of a small black fisherman’s cottage for sale, he bought it on impulse and named it Prospect Cottage 

In 2027 the Ryder Cup golf tournament will return to Ireland in Adare Manor. Hotels warned not to price gouge ahead of Ryder cup. Director of Hospitality and Guest Experience at Ryder Cup Europe Alan Evans. We discuss this further with Hotels warned not to price gouge ahead of Ryder cup.

Today is National Slow Down Day, which is something that the Garda do a few times per year on designated days. That means we will see a large amount of extra speed straps and camera vans deployed today. Pat spoke to Conor Faughnan Transport Consultant.

New research from Tesco Ireland into families benefitting from the Stronger Starts Food programme reveals that almost 9 out of 10 parents surveyed have seen their children eating healthier at home The initiative sees Tesco provide free packs of fresh fruit and vegetables to thousands of children in 240 DEIS primary schools across Ireland every week. Natasha Adams CEO Tesco Ireland  explained more about the programme to Pat this morning.

Between surrogacy and IVF there are so many options and questions for fertility but where do people start? Nikki Dwyer started the Future fertility show to help people navigate their options when it comes to starting a family with help of experts like Dr Ahmed Omar from Beacon CARE Fertility.

A new plan to deal with violence in the capital has been launched by social democrats, with knife surrender bins being part of the proposal, Gary Gannon tells us more. 

Apple has announced that airpods will be the latest technology to provide clinical-grade hearing aid. Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly brings us the details.

Saturday 1 March is DSPCA Foster Day, in which the DSPCA raise awareness over the importance of fostering animals to prepare them for adoption into their forever homes. Many animals, including puppies, kittens, and pregnant and sick animals needing rest are available for fostering. For more on the foster day Pat spoke to Nicola Gibbons, DSPCA Dog Foster Coordinator. 

Yesterday Sinn Féin MEP Lynn Boylan was leading a European Parliament delegation to visit Palestine as part of the Relations Committee with Palestine of which she is chair. In order to travel into Palestine she and her delegation had to fly through Israel. Upon landing, however, she and the group she was travelling with were held in the airport and refused entry. To get the full story Lynn Boylan joins us from Brussels.

Dublin’s O’Connell Street is lined with a number of statues that all have one thing in common they are all men. A proposal was put forward by Dublin City Council in 2018 for a statue of Constance Markievicz, but proposals have since changed to another statue. Is it time to have a female statue on O'Connell Street?Pat discussed this further with Councillor Cat O’Driscoll, Social Democrats.

French President Emanuel Macron yesterday met with Donald Trump at the White House on the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Macron had warnings for Trump on Putin’s trustworthiness. To look back on this meeting and what said was Patrick Bury, Senior Security lecturer at the University of Bath, Former NATO Analyst and Army officer.

Pat Divilly, author of ‘‘Shadow Work: A Practical Guide to Embracing Your Shadow Side, Tackling Shame And Transforming Pain Into Power’ joined Pat on the show to discuss the importance of shadow work.

A planning application has been submitted to convert the building into an International Protection Accommodation Centre.Our Chief Reporter Barry Whyte has been speaking to local residents and businesses in the Mount Street Area.

 Finance expert Paul Merriman is our expert today and he answered listeners questions on divorce finance.All with thanks to Hidden Hearing.