The Pat Kenny Show

Travel expert, Eoghan Corry joins to discuss how Christmas presents may not be the only thing affected by storm Darragh and the damage to Holyhead port. As around 150, 000 passengers relying on Holyhead to Dublin route for Christmas have fears that the port will remain closed during the festive period.

Salted Caramel and Ferrero Rocher Brownies with Salted Caramel Ice Cream  and Baileys cream Tiramisu Trifle. Executive Chef of The Anantara Marker Hotel,  Gareth Mullins tell us how to make it all !

We take a look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Anton this morning was Neale Richmond TD, Fine Gael, Dublin-Rathdown, Minister of State with responsibility for Financial Services, Credit Unions and Insurance, Jennifer Whitmore TD, Social Democrats, Wicklow, Spokesperson for Climate, Environment and Biodiversity and Daniel McConnell, Editor of the Business Post. 

RSA has announced price increases across a range of its services, including Driving Licenses and NCT tests. IndependentTD for Kerry Michael Healy-Rae joins us to give his reaction.

Over a lifetime 20-30% of people in the general population will experience vertigo. Vertigo’s symptoms can range from mild dizziness to chronic nausea and vomiting.  We hear here how debilitating it can be and the differing ways of treating the condition including how physiotherapy can prove highly effective for some.Joining Pat in studio was Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist and cohost of the Tough Love podcast who discussed her experience of vertigo and also Lesley Lowe of the BallsBridge Physiotherapy clinic.  

Éadaoin Fitzmaurice, Travel and Food content creator tells us about some great things to do this weekend.

Last weekend the EU agreed a new trade deal with four Mercosur countries, Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay. But it still needs to be ratified by at least 15 EU countries representing 65% of the population. To look through the new parts of the deal and its history we were joined by Charles Lichfield of the Atlantic Council.

It is well and truly work Christmas party season, a time where colleagues can catch up and unwind.   To discover how we go about Christmas parties, we heard from Caroline Reidy, Managing Director of the HR suite and an HR and employment law expert.

As the cyber warfare threat increases in Europe, the Dutch Central Bank has issued an unprecedented warning to citizens to consider keeping cash at home. But should we be keeping cash deposits in our house? We discuss with Eoin Keary, Founder of Edgescan.

It's no secret that Ireland is experiencing an epidemic of domestic violence.  Supporting victims and survivors is incredibly important, but does it actually tackle the problem? Should we turn our attention to helping offenders instead or at least as well? Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports: 

The end of the year is coming which means its health insurance renewal time. With premiums rising significantly a new provider in town and with benefits under the axe, we get tips to get you covered ! All to discuss with Dermot Goode Insurance Expert at Total Healthcover.Ie  A Lockton Company.   

Journalist and Writer Lara Marlowe joined Anton this morning to discuss the moment she interviewed Bashar Al Assad a short time before he was declared President of Syria.

This week we discuss how fact-checking alone cannot stop misinformation and also Dr Mike Ryan warns vaccine disinformation will only worse. All up for discuss with Author and Disinformation Expert David Robert Grimes.

The Society of St Vincent de Paul expects to have its busiest year on record this Christmas. The charity is supplying everything from toys, clothes, food and more to those struggling this time of year. Josh Crosbie has been meeting with some of the volunteers, and those using the services of St Vincent de Paul at Christmas.

Jo Linehan, Editor of the Climate Supplement at the Sunday Times Ireland gives up tips and advice on how to have a sustainable Christmas this year.

Cyclists and e-scooter users are 11 times more likely to sustain severe injuries in road traffic collisions than motorists, a report from the Injuries Resolution Board’s has found. We ask Should e-scooter users be wearing helmets? To discuss this and more with Pat was Dr John Legge, Consultant in Emergency Medicine at St. Vincent’s Hospital.

House prices here are overvalued by between 8-10% according to the ESRI in their latest quarterly economic report. It leaves the market at risk of correction like that seen after the 2007 crash. To discuss the report with Pat was Senior Lecturer TU Dublin Lorcan Sirr.

As we enter ‘peak’ flu season, a significant increase in hospitalisations has been reported due to low vaccine intake.   Illona Duffy, Monaghan based GP discusses this trend. We also ask whether it is too late to get the flu vaccine this year to be covered for Christmas.

After 14 years of rule by Bashar Al- Assad came to a crashing end last weekend. Life goes on for Syrians. With Shops open and workers commuting a sense of normality is starting to emerge. But with reports of wide scale torture being recorded and a country still gripped by internal conflict. Sustained peace for Syrians may still be a faraway dream.

Today on the 'Green Scene' we hear about the unusual carnivorous pollinator, and unexpected ways to keep warmer this winter inspired by the past. All to discuss with Dr Ruth Freeman.All with thanks to AIB Ireland.

Norway is a similar size to Ireland and all of the arguments against EVs apply at least as much there as here rural locations, driving distances, dispersed population, batteries in Winter.  Yet Norway has made a spectacular success out of its plan to switch to electric cars.  We discuss this and more with Transport Consultant Conor Faughnan.

In the heart of Beijing’s prestigious Haidian district, amidst government buildings and universities, a surreal sight captured the imagination of many a sprawling traditional Chinese garden perched atop a 26-storey luxury apartment block. Diarmuid Gavin tells us more about these wonderful gardens.

It has been a year of quickly evolving and ongoing conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza and Syria. In the weeks and months ahead, how are these conflicts likely to play out? To discuss Pat was joined by John Simpson, BBC World Affairs Editor.

Lisa Cannon has rounded up the top 10 old-fashioned Christmas movies for this week’s ‘Inside Hollywood’

As Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael continue to drive Government formation talks, there is some turmoil on the opposition benches among the smaller parties. Seán Defoe Newstalk's Political Correspondent brings us up to speed.

What do we know about the mystery disease killing people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo? To give us more information Pat spoke to Kingston Mills Professor of Experimental Immunology at Trinity College Dublin.

Despite not meeting value formoney benchmarks, the government is moving forward with awarding a significant construction contract to ‘Invesis’, a BAM-controlled subsidiary. BAM is the main contractor for the National Children’s Hospital. So will the gamble pay off for the government. Pat speaks to Jack Horgan Jones who has the story on the front of The Irish Times today.

Businesses in Ireland can now register their accounts to sell on Amazon to customers around the world, ahead of the launch of Amazon.ie in 2025. Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly brings us the details.

A major Survey of electric car owners and non owners reveals positive attitudes towards electric cars with 85% of EV drivers planning to stay electric for their next car, while nearly half of non-EV drivers say they could be convinced to make the switch.To discuss further Pat was joined on the show by Pierre Boutin, CEO of Volkswagon Ireland.

Number of students going on to university stalls as young people face unpredictable future. At the same time, record numbers of students from disadvantaged areas are attending college. Experts call for reform of Leaving Cert and say a degree isn’t always the right choice. Pat chats to Cecelia Munro about what she sees as a principal in a college of further education. 

With Al Assad gone what does the future of Syria look like? In one of the most ethnically diverse and fragmented nations on earth can peace and stability ever become the norm in the war-torn country?  Pat discusses this and more with Gregg Carlstrom, Middle East correspondent for The Economist. 

The Irish Hospice Foundation have advice for those who may struggle with grief over the festive period. Speaking to Pat this morning was Orla Keegan Head of Bereavement at the Irish Hospice Foundation. 

A number of talks with a view to forming a Government took place yesterday with more scheduled today…but has there been any progress? Fionnán Sheehan of the Irish Independent joins us to discuss.

Chef Derry Clarke and his wife Sallyanne are supporting An Post’s Send Love campaign this Christmas which celebrates the joy and tradition of staying connected through sending handwritten cards and letters. Derry and Sally joined Pat in studio this morning.

Fear of the dentist. Many of us might have anxiety, or even a phobia, when visiting the dentist but how can we tackle it? Our expert, dentist Dr Niall Neeson, is here to answer all your dental anxiety queries.

We hear from a Jesuit recently returned from Syria about what life is like there on the ground and the hopes of the people following the fall of the Assad regime. Speaking to Pat this morning was Tony O’Riordan SJ, Jesuit, returned from Syria in June.

Tourists in Italy will no longer be able to access short-term rentals using key boxes after the country's police chief said owners must verify the identity of guests in person. We get the details of this change with Nick Squires, Itay Correspondent for Daily Telegraph.

Fianna Fail and Fine Gael are meeting with different parties to secure a solid coalition but who will it be? Harry McGee breaks down the latest meetings and prospects for a new government.

We hear from the theatre company of the year ‘Glass Mask Theatre’ and their exciting plans for 2025. Joining Pat this morning was Founder of ‘Glass Mask Theatre’  Rex Ryan. 

Just twelve days since rebels launched their surprise offensive in Syria, rebels have captured the capital Damascus. Syrian President, Bashar al-Assad, has resigned and fled to Moscow. We get the latest and analysis from Fawaz Gerges from the London School of Economics.

Gareth Mullins will be talking us through some Christmas party food ideas that are suitable for freezing for any seasonal last minute entertaining.

A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Pat on the panel today was Thomas Byrne TD, Meath East and Minister of State for Sport and Physical Education, Richard Boyd-Barrett TD, Dún Laoghaire along with Orla Ryan, News Correspondent, The Journal and Alice Leahy, Director of Alice Leahy Trust. 

Irish racehorse trainer Willie Mullins has list of accolades to his name. This year, he became the first trainer to surpass one hundred wins at Cheltenham. He has over four thousand race wins to his name and is the most winning Irish trainer of all time. He joins us to talk about his life and career.

The European Champion Cup returns as Munster host Stade Francois at Thomond Park, and plenty of Premier League action, including a London derby, is coming up on this weekend’s sports.

Hundreds of people have been detained in Northern Ireland for attempting to enter Britain having crossed the border into the north. Gangs are offering packages that they term as ‘safer’ than crossing the English channel and charging high prices for it. Lisa O’Carroll of The Guardian joined Pat to discuss this.

Who’s paying what? Frank Greaney breaks down the fees involved in the civil case against Conor McGregor.

As talks and negotiations are set to continue over the formation of the 34th Dáil. Economist and Writer for The Currency Colm McCarthy discusses the predicted economics of our next government and its financial implications.

A retired professor gets a new lease on life when a private investigator hires him to go undercover inside a San Francisco retirement home. Screentime’s John Fardy talks to us about the new Netflix comedy series, ‘A Man on the Inside’.

Éadaoin Fitzmaurice, Travel and Food content creator brings us some great ideas of things to do this weekend.

Author and disinformation expert David Robert Grimes joined Pat on the show today to talk about the arla milk debacle and other heath scares caused by disinformation.