The Pat Kenny Show

What does the ceasefire in Lebanon and ongoing conflict in Gaza mean for the future of the Middle East? We discuss this with Duncan Bullivant Special Advisor to the Head of the Bosnia peace keeping mission, part of the UK mission to Kosovo in 1999 and CEO of the Henderson Group, an international risk management advisory.

Over the past few weeks, we have been travelling the country hearing your concerns ahead of the general election tomorrow. We have been finding out what you want the next government to prioritise. From flooding in Cork to healthcare in Limerick, we have been highlighting regional issues that need to be addressed. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie brings us his last constituency tour report from Cavan and Monaghan.

With lots of new Irish roasters making coffee more sustainable. Editor of the Climate Supplement at the Sunday Times Ireland Jo Linehan explains why coffee prices have gone up and identifies some issues in the supply chain.

One day out from the election and we have our final Leader Interview. In power since 2011, Fine Gael are hoping to stay in Government for a fourth term. They go into this election with new leader Simon Harris. An Taoiseach Simon Harris joined Pat in studio this morning.

This week Diarmuid Gavin takes us on a historic tour of Powerscourt Gardens.

On Inside Hollywood, Lisa Cannon looks at Panto Performances in Film, thhe Legacy of camp and drag in cinema.

Only two more days to polling day, and reporter Josh Crosbie has been talking to some first-time candidates about why they decided to throw their hat in the ring. Speaking to Josh was Fianna Fail Candidate in Galway-Roscommon Dr Martin Daly, Ellen Murphy for the Social Democrats Dublin West and Ruadháin Bonham Green Party in Meath East. 

At 2am Irish time, a ceasefire came into effect between Israel and Lebanon. Many displaced Lebanese people started to return home despite warnings from the IDF to wait for their permission. As families return to ruined homes,Irish Times Correspondent in Beirut Sally Hayden spoke to Pat on the ground from Beirut to discuss the mood there. Also we heard from Prof Paul Rogers  Professor Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University.

We hear how the end of compo culture may be in sight and important information you will soon need for your car insurer. All to discuss in in this weeks commuter slot with Conor Faughnan.

Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Research Ireland dives into animals changing colour under climate pressure, and heavy-drinking hornets and others!All with thanks to AIB Ireland.

“Moonlight” is an expansive rock / theatre production that explores the early life of Philip Lynott who rose from the streets of Dublin to influence and inspire a generation of musicians around the world. Joining Pat this morning was Peter M Smith, Actor, Musician and plays Phil Lynott in Moonlight.

It was their first and also their last, the three leaders of Fine Gael, Fianna Fáil and Sinn Féin went head to head last night in the Prime Time Leaders’ Debate. Sean Defoe Newstalk Political Correspondent. Host of the ‘Let Me Explain’ podcast and Sarah McGuinness Political Correspondent at the Irish Daily Mail reviewed it all along with Pat.

Jess reviews the the Playstation 5 Pro and tells us what we can expect from her 'Black Friday Gift Gadget Guide taking place on the Pat Kenny show from 11am on 29th November.

Over TWO million sign petition for a general election to be called in the UK. Government responds to all petitions that get more than 10,000 signatures but how likely that a general election will be called? Pat gets the latest on the political situation there in the UK with Enda Brady Presenter with TRT World News.

A common sense Manifesto, that’s what Aontú is calling their proposals for Government. They leave the current Dáil with one seat, that of leader Peadar Tóibín who joined Pat this morning on the show to go through their proposals.

171 independent candidates will have their names on the ballot paper this Friday in the General Election, and many of them will be vying for seats in the 43 constituencies across the country. But what is it like for an independent out on the campaign trail? And how many of them could get elected? Our Chief Reporter Barry Whyte has been finding out.

We are into the final stretch before voters go to polls on Friday. We have heard from the party leaders, and their candidates to get a sense of who could be potentially making up the next governmentBut, we have also been visiting constituencies across the country to hear about the local issues affecting you. Josh Crosbie brings us his latest report from the campaign trail, and this time he is in Galway.

Andrew Dunne, Physiotherapist at the Medical Exercise Clinic Personal Health in Rathmines is our expert today and Andrew joined Pat in studio today to answer listeners questions.

Terry Sheridan, Managing Editor of WSHU Public Radio provides us with the latest on the United States as Donald trump’s controversial cabinet has been filled. The newest appointment is Ross Vought, who is heavily involved in the creation of Project 2025.

Fewer students awarded first-class degrees. Despite the decline, however, there has been a 40% increase in first-class honours since 2015. We discuss these findings with John Walshe Education Journalist. 

Ger Herbert, Motoring Editor with the Sunday Independent discusses all things car offers and deals for the new year.

Social media is playing an ever bigger role in our work and lives but can it save our ailing restaurant industry?  Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports: 

Five years on from their historic election result in 2020, Sinn Féin are hoping to do once again what they did in 2020 rebound from a disappointing local election result. This time they come to the election off the back of a series of internal scandals but now hope to focus on the policies. Sinn Féin Leader Mary Lou McDonald talks us through their proposals.

Award-winning journalist, artist and author Brighid McLaughlin shares her extraordinary journey of resilience, tragedy, and the stories that shaped her life. Brighid joined Pat this morning to chat about her new memoir 'Tales of a Patchwork Life A Memoir of the Stories That Keep Me'. 

Just five days to go until polling day and it’s been a slightly livelier weekend. We have two polls to look at, fallout from an interaction the Taoiseach had in Cork and undeclared political ads by the Taoiseach on Instagram. To go through it all with Seán Defoe Newstalk's Political Correspondent.

Gareth Mullins, Executive Chef of The Anantara Marker Hotel talks us through how to make hot honey Chicken with sticky rice.

Israeli Ambassador Dana Erlich joined Pat to respond to the International Criminal Court’s warrant for arrests for Netenayhu and Yoav Gallant.

Colm Boohig joins Pat to preview the weekend of sport including the return of the premier league and rugby internationals.

In a shocking turn of events, a Sicilian businessman has found a horse’s head in the seat of his digger reportedly from the Mafia – mirroring Francis Ford Coppola’s Godfather movie. Joining Pat to talk about the grizzly story was Nick Pisa, a Senior Global Reporter with the Mail Online.

Joy: the birth of Louise Joy Brown in 1978 wasn’t just a personal miracle for her parents—it was a groundbreaking moment in medical history, marking the arrival of the world’s first IVF baby. But behind this life-changing innovation lies a story of perseverance, controversy, and an unsung heroine, Jean Purdy. Now, Netflix’s latest film, ‘Joy’, brings this incredible journey to the screen. Louise joined Pat this morning.

A Parents group has criticised the closure of schools for the General Election saying that alternative locations should be considered. Carl O’Brien, Education Editor of The Irish Times spoke to Pat.

Five dads, five thousand kilometres, one rowing boat to cross the Atlantic to remember one daughter Saoirse O’Driscoll. To learn more about their journey and to hear Saoirse’s story of her battle with congenital heart disease. Pat was joined three of the team: John O’Driscoll, Enda McNicholas and Daragh Kelly.

John Fardy gives us his review of ‘Say Nothing’ from Disney Plus in this week’s Boxed. 

Swindon Town’s manager, Ian Holloway, has suggested the struggling League Two club’s bad fortune could be because their training ground is haunted, Cameron Hill takes us through some sporting superstitions.

Neven Maguire has released a new cookbook ‘Eat Out at Home’ containing Neven’s favourite foods from home and abroad. Neven joined Pat today to talk about the challenges of having a restaurant, tips on how to entertain, and how Irish people have gotten better at cooking! 

Combating climate change denial and conspiracy, a new UN initiative to combat the growing spread of climate disinformation in the wake of COP29 has just been unveiled. We discuss with David Robert Grimes Author and Disinformation Expert.

Some wintery things to do this weekend! Whether you are going solo, on a date or out and about with the family, Éadaoin Fitzmaurice has ideas for this weekend for you.  

There's just over a week to go until election day, and despite the weather, candidates are out canvassing the length and breadth of the country. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie, has been travelling to constituencies to hear voters' concerns. Today, he brings us a report from Limerick.

What does the re-election of Trump mean for science in the US? We also ask what will happen with Robert F Kennedy Jr as Health Secretary and Mehmet Oz as head of the center for Medicare?All to discuss with Professor Luke O'Neill.

Ukraine has reportedly launched UK-supplied storm shadow missiles into Russia's Kursk region for the first time, marking a significant escalation in the conflict. This development coincides with the temporary closure of the U.S. Embassy in Kyiv amid fears of potential Russian airstrikes. We discuss the latest development in the war on Ukraine with  Patrick Bury  Senior Associate Professor in Warfare & Counterterrorism at University of Bath and Former NATO Analyst.

New figures obtained by Newstalk have revealed 12,722 children are overdue an assessment of need. This is an increase of nearly 4,000 since the end of 2023. But why is this assessment so important for children with additional needs, along with their parents, and how critical are the impact of the delays?Newstalk Reporter Andrew Louth has been looking into this and reported back to Pat on the show.

As we enter into the winter months, taking care if your skin becomes even harder than normal. However, talking to Pat today about what steps you can take to glow is Professor Caitriona Ryan the co-founder and consultant dermatologist at The Institute of Dermatologists,

New research shows young men moving to the right in attitudes towards women and manhood, while violence and abuse is a ‘fact of life' for too many women. Pat discusses this researching findings with Sarah Benson, CEO Womens Aid.

Diarmuid Gavin brings us some advice on gardening during the cold winter weeks.

On Inside Hollywood this week, Lisa Cannon talks bad acting in good movies!

Nicola Tallant Investigations Editor with The Sunday World joins Pat to discuss the launch of her new Goloud podcast, The Gambler which launched yesterday. She also shares with Pat what it was like to interview Gerry ‘The Monk’ Hutch on her other podcast series, Crime World.

Dr Ruth Freeman, Director of Science at Research Ireland tell us biodiversity loss in protected areas and soil degradation in this week's Green Scene.All with thanks to AIB Ireland.

This will be the first Winter in which scooters and e-bikes are legal for road use. They have the potential to be more dangerous than bikes. A message that users have to take care on the roads. We get more on this with Conor faughnan Transport Consultant.  

Ukraine has hit inside Russian territory using US missiles for the first time since President Joe Biden gave permission for their use. Russia has also lowered its threshold for a nuclear attack. We get the latest from Emmanuelle Chaze a Ukraine Correspondent France24 in Kyiv.

Fourteen years after their largest haul of seats and entering Government with Fine Gael. The Labour Party are making their pitch to return to power. Their leader, Ivana Bacik joined Pat in studio this morning.