The Pat Kenny Show

Taking too many supplements, obsessing over sugar and intermittent fasting. We take a look at the most common food myths with Dietitian Sarah Keogh.

Micheál Martin and Simon Harris are continuing to decide Junior Minister appointments amidst criticism surrounding the lack of women in cabinet. There are also growing calls for the Dáil to be recalled to discuss the damage caused by Storm Éowyn. Pat discusses the aftermath of Storm Éowyn. Siobhan Wynne, ESB Networks Regional Manager, Shane P O. Reilly, Cavan County Councillor. and Fionnán Sheehan, Ireland Editor, Irish Independent updated us with all the political news.

According to a new CSO survey, more than 6 in 10 of 25-year-olds are still living with their parents and 1 in 8 have emigrated.  To discuss these findings further Pat spoke to Emily Keegan, Newstalk Reporter and Karl Ormsby, DCUSU President. 

Today, an inquiry into the Omagh bombings will begin. After 26 years since the deadliest killings in the troubles, families will be able to uncover why  examine whether the bombing could have been prevented. Michael Gallagher is the father of son Aiden who died in the bombing and said this was an incredibly important day for families. Michael spoke to Pat this morning on the show. 

Interest Rates are coming down and there’s fresh competition in Ireland’s mortgage market.This means now is a better time than ever for first-time buyers to look for a mortgage.Pat is joined by Margaret Barrett, Managing Director at Mortgage Navigators and a qualified Financial Advisor to discuss all your mortgage queries.

Pat is joined by our resident psychotherapist, Stephanie Regan to dissect our issues this week.Whether we’re calm or panicked, why do certain stresses affect us the way they do. This is the psychology of keeping your cool

Colombia agrees to accept deportation flights after tariffs threats while more than a dozen inspectors general get the axe as trump continues his whirlwind of activity.Terry Sheridan, Managing Editor at WSHU Public Radio has the latest.

Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor with the Sunday Independent brings us up to date with the latest motoring news.Expect to hear all the latest, including details of Volkswagen’s year in 2024, a new study on EV reliability, Tesla’s sales slumping and plenty more.

Migraine is the most common neurological condition in the world. 1 in 7 people suffer from migraines in Ireland. It is also three times more common for women than men.Pat is joined by Orla Walsh, a dietitian who suffers from chronic migraines. 

Over 100,000 people are still left without water and schools still without power remain closed following Storm Eowyn.We get an update from Margaret Attridge of Uisce Eireann and Ralph Riegel, Southern Correspondent with the Irish Independent.

According to a recent report by the New World Health, over 10-thousand millionaires left the UK last year- a 157 per cent increase since 2023. That’s the equivalent to losing half a million taxpayers. It comes as this year’s World Economic Forum in Davos faced criticism for gathering billionaires and millionaires to debate the growing inequality between the wealthy elite and the rest of the world. Pat is joined by Enda Brady, TRT Presenter to discuss these figures.

Mannix Flynn, Independent Councillor for Dublin City Council, sits down with Pat to discuss new rules that have just come into effect that aim to ban plastic refuse sacks on select streets,Businesses that fail to comply from 1 January could face fines of €150, as the transitionary period of just over three months has now ended. From now on, all occupiers of buildings on the list of streets on the south side of the city will not be permitted to present waste in plastic bags on city streets for collection.

Israel has opened checkpoints to allow Palestinians to return to the north of Gaza. It follows a delay that Israel says was caused by Hamas reneging on part of the ceasefire agreement.US President Donald Trump also made comments over the weekend suggesting the Gaza strip be ‘cleaned out’.Fawaz Gerges, Professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science, joins Pat to discuss.

Gardai have launched a crackdown on illegal hunting due to rising concerns over hare ‘lamping’ and ‘baiting’ of foxes and badgers. There are fears that gangs from cities are travelling to rural parts of the country to set up illegal hunting rings including the use of ‘blooded’ dogs to hunt rabbits, badgers and foxes. To discuss this further Pat was joined on the show by Pat McLoughlin, a Farmer from near Birr, Co. Offaly.

America leaving the WHO and the consequences for health plus the lies Disinformation, propaganda, and dangerous precedents from Trump’s inauguration. All to discuss in our disinformation slot with David Robert Grimes.

On this week's Boxed, John Fardy fills us in on scifi dystopian thriller Apple TV series Severance.

Resumption of the Dáil is pushed back again, will we see election of a Taoiseach? All to discuss with Daniel McConnell, Editor Business Post.

Science is crucial for evidence-based decision-making. Public trust in scientists can help decision makers act on the basis of the best available evidence, especially during crises. The good news is in a recent survey Ireland does very well in trusting scientists ranking 14th out of 68 countries, and is second in the EU after Spain. For more on this Pat chatted to Prof Luke O'Neill.

With only a few days back in the White House, Donald Trump has signed multiple executive orders and started a feud with a bishop.  Meanwhile, in California a new wildfire fire erupts north of Los Angeles. 

Dr Eva Orsmond joined Pat on the show to chat about her new book 'The Belly Fat Solution'. The book contains over 50 recipes which are backed up by science, helping readers understand on how to lose that tummy fat.

The Dáil descended into chaos yesterday with four suspensions, the opposition on their feet and no election of Taoiseach. Will there be progress when the Dáil resumes this morning?TD, People Before Profit-Solidarity, Dublin South Wes Paul Murphy TD joined Pat on the show to discuss.

Cathal Crotty, a former soldier, received a three-year suspended sentence in June, after pleading guilty to carrying out an unprovoked attack on Natasha O’Brien in Limerick City. Following public outcry over the leniency of his sentence, the DPP has decided to appeal the sentence today in Dublin’s District Courts. Newstalk Courts Correspondent, Frank Greaney, gave us the latest on the case.

An historic storm set to hit our shores tonight what will it mean for your electricity, transport and flights? Pat discuss all with Graeme McQueen, Head of Media Relations, DAA, Siobhan Wynne Regional Manager with ESB Networks and also Jeremy Ryan Director of Public Transport Services National Transport Authority.

With Joe Biden now officially a former tenant of 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, his biographer Chris Whipple looks back on his time in office.

Hollywood actors Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's court battles continues to grace the headlines as last Thursday, Baldoni sued lively and her husband Ryan Reynolds $400 million for defamation, extortion and invasion of privacy. We get the latest on this with BBC Entertainment Reporter Yasmin Ruzzo.

Today we are joined by Sam Blake to discuss her new book, ‘The Killing Sense.’ The book follows the life of Kate Wilde, a single mum who wins a five-day trip to Paris to learn about perfume. Kate is in desperate need of a holiday and decides to hop on the Eurostar in hope of running away from her abusive ex-husband. But when a killer begins targeting red-haired women who look like her, Kate's instincts are put to the ultimate test. 

Diarmuid Gavin joins us to talk about the creation of the Garden at Garnish Island.

The continuing rise of the far right in Europe over the next number of weeks will be trained on both Austria and Germany. Austria’s far-right freedom party is currently leading efforts to form a government there while, next month. To talk about the rise of the far right and its impact in those countries and across the EU, we are joined from Paris by Jean-Yves Camus, Political Analyst and Associate Research Fellow at the French Institute for International and Strategic Affairs.

Today on Green Scene, Dr Ruth Freeman explains Hydroclimate whiplash and Hairy legs and hairy stems how Spiders use their hairy legs to smell. Also how tomatoes set booby traps for pests using their hairy stems who could have known!

Which Film Stars comes from Hollywood royalty? Also what’s the difference between nepo-baby and dynasty? Podcaster and Cultural commentator Dee Reddy tells us more.

In this week’s Commuter Slot, Transport Consultant Conor Faughnan tells us what we can expect from the new Government on Transport.

The 34th Dáil resumes today where Micheál Martin will be elected Taoiseach following the formation of a coalition Government between Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, Regional Independents and the Healy-Raes. After a new Taoiseach is elected, where will the cabinet posts go? Host of the ‘Let Me Explain’ podcast and Political Correspondent for Newstalk Seán Defoe brings us through the runners and riders and the schedule for the day. 

The wedding gift dilemma, do you have to give cash? How much is the going rate? If you get an invite and don’t attend, do you still give a present? Wedding expert Sara Kennedy has all the answers.

We are three days into the Gaza ceasefire, but there is still uncertainty at what lies ahead. A search is currently underway to find ten thousand Palestinians who are believed to be buried under rubble. We speak to UNICEF’s Communication Specialist in Gaza Rosalia Bollen.

With the future of TikTok remaining uncertain in the US, how are other social media platforms reacting? Our Tech Correspondent Jess Kelly brings us the latest.

Ireland's divorce rate is relatively low when compared to its European Counterparts. However, you still have to live with your partner for two years before filing for a divorce. Is this too long of a wait? To discuss, we are joined by Keith Walsh, a Family Law Solicitor.All with thanks to Hidden Hearing

Prince Harry is preparing for battle against Rupert Murdoch’s media empire in the long awaited High Court trial. The Duke of Sussex is suing News Group Newspapers over claims that the paper worked unlawfully with private investigators to get information on the Prince between 1996 and 2011. We get the latest on this with Freelance Journalist Vincent McAviney.

Are you struggling to achieve your New Years Resolutions? Well, Dr. Mark Rowe’s new practical book called ‘Things your Future Self Will Thank You For’ can help guide you on a roadmap to a healthier future. 

President Donald Trump has signed actions on the first day of his second term to pull the United States out of the Paris Agreement. This is the international climate change treaty in which nearly 200 countries agreed to work together to limit global warming. We get reaction from Sadhbh O’Neill Climate Policy Researcher and Trinity candidate for the senate election.

How to get best deals in summer, why September is good for over 55s, and November good for 5-star deals in Ireland. Pól Ó Conghaile bring us some great travel tips and ideas.All with thanks to Ryanair.ie

Today, Donald Trump will have become just the second US President to serve non-consecutive terms when he is sworn in as the forty seventh president of the United States. If the first number of days of his first presidency are anything to go by, this could be a very busy week. So, what can we expect? To discuss we are joined by Professor and Political Analyst, Clinton Institute, University College Dublin , Scott Lucas, Head of Training at The Communications Clinic and Columnist at The Sunday Independent Lorcan Nyhan and from Democrats Abroad Ireland Patti Shiels.

Posting pictures, saying too much! The sensitivities of sharing too much with Psychotherapist Stephanie Regan. 

The governor of Mountjoy prison says he is grappling with an “overcrowding crisis.” We find out how the congestion issue is affecting Mountjoy, but other prisons in the country. We discuss this with Cormac O’Keeffe, Security Correspondent with the Irish Examiner.

Schools have issued a warning about highly addictive nicotine pouches being used by students. the tiny pouches, which users tuck inside their lips to receive a nicotine hit, fall outside of existing laws on tobacco or vapes. the pouches are based off the Scandinavian tobacco product called ‘snus.’  To find out more about this huge concern, we are joined now by Paul Crone, Director of The National Association of Principals and Deputy Principals.

After 470 days of fighting, Israel and Hamas enter its second day of a ceasefire. Israeli Ambassador to Ireland Dana Erlich discusses what will happen in the next stage of the ceasefire.  

The setbacks facing sustainable aviation fuel, who is flying where and we get further insight into the Jeju air accident. All to discuss with retired Lieutenant Colonel and Airport Safety and Security Expert.

It’s Inauguration Day in Washington D.C. Donald Trump will, this afternoon, be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States at a ceremony moved inside the US Capitol due to cold weather. Seán Defoe, our Political Correspondent has been talking to those there for the inauguration and brings us through the day. 

With a ceasefire agreement set to be approved today, family members of the hostages are pleading with Netanyahu to push forward. Moshe Emilio Lavi is urging for all hostages to be released as his brother in law Omri Marin, who was captured by Hamas on the October 7th , has not been released. 

In our Friday Forum this week we examine the new programme for government and the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas.Joining Pat this morning in studio was Timmy Dooley TD, Fianna Fáil, Clare, Elaine Loughlin, Political Editor, Irish Examiner and Richard Boyd Barrett TD, People Before Profit, Dún Laoghaire.

Nearly 14% of children are exempt from Irish and now schools have been told that they cannot award exemptions for the study of Irish on the basis of psychologists’. So what has lead to the increase in secondary school students opting out of Irish?Pat discusses this with Carl O’Brien, Education Editor with The Irish Times and Prof Pádraig Ó Duibhir, Former Deputy Dean at the Institute of Education at DCU.