The Pat Kenny Show

Less than a week until the people of America elect a new President. Debates are heating up, campaigns are delivering their closing remarks, and America seems as divided as ever with less than a point between both candidates. 

 Netflix wants managers to ask themselves whether they would rehire their current employees. This is know as the Keeper Test! We discussed this with Donal O'Donoghue, Managing Director Sanderson Recruitment and Host of the Talent Matters Podcast.  

We are hearing plenty about the accuracy of election polling and yesterday we heard from Josh Clinton about US polling accuracy. But how do our own polls compare to their US counterparts? To discuss further Anton spoke to Kevin Cunningham, Lecturer in Politics, TU Dublin and Founder and Managing Director at Ireland Thinks.

On Inside Hollywood we take a look at more scary movies just in time for Halloween. All to chat about with Lisa Cannon Podcaster and Cultural Commentator.

Reducing costs and reducing the need for more space. Rowena Quinn, Managing Partner at Hunters Estate Agents bring us advice on downsizing your property.

Eastern Spain has experience flash floods that has killed 51 people. We get the latest on the situation there with Stephen Burgen Freelance Journalist in Barcelona. 

Music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing serious new allegations involving assault in two separate lawsuits. We get the details from Sophie Peachy Assistant News Editor with The News Movement.

Israel’s bombardment of Lebanon is continuing with more than 60 people killed in the Bekka Valley region on Tuesday. From Beirut we get the latest from Sally Hayden Irish Times Correspondent in Lebanon who also talks to us about Syrian refugees due to come to Ireland that are now stuck in Lebanon.

Halloween is undoubtedly upon us and the ghouls and ghosts are almost ready to roam free. But where do they stay the other 364 days of the year? Newstalk Reporter, Sarah Madden pays haunted house calls on our behalf.

Growing concern over road rage with Gen Z and millennial the angriest drivers and safety tips for cyclists and pedestrians in the darker evenings. We discuss further with Conor Faughnan, Transport Consultant.

The Irish Fiscal Advisory council say that Ireland needs up to 80,000 construction workers to address the housing crisis and that Ireland lags behind its European counterparts in infrastructure. Speaking to Anton this morning was Conor O’Connell of the Construction Director of Housing, Planning and Development at the Construction Industry Federation.

Jess Kelly Newstalk's Technology Correspondent takes a look at the Dyson WashG1, Dyson’s first dedicated wet floor cleaner.Engineered for hygienic cleaning and maintenance, tackles wet and dry debris in one go!

One week out from the US Election, how accurate are the polls after previous errors in 2016 and 2020? And what is causing polls to be seemingly less accurate than elections past? We discuss with Josh Clinton, Abby and John Winkelried Chair, Department of Political Science, Vanderbilt University.

The collusion, coverup and corruption around the 1994 Loughinisland massacre, journalist and producer Trevor Birney. Trevor has written a new book called 'Shooting Crows'.

Israel’s Parliament has voted to ban the UN Palestinian relief agency, UNRWA from operating in the country and occupied East Jerusalem. We speak to Juliette Tuoma, Director of Communications, UNRWA and also Scott Lucas Professor & Political Analyst at the Clinton Institute at University College Dublin. 

A report in the Washington Post in summer 2024 revealed anecdotal evidence from epidemiologists claiming that there has been a rise in incidence of outbreaks of head lice infestation, from a drop during the Covid-19 pandemic.  To discuss further we heard from Selene Daly Registered advanced nurse practitioner and nurse tutor.

Short lifespan’s and long charging are just some of the myths associated with electric vehicles, Derek Reilly Partnerships Director at Nevo to separate fact from fiction.

More people are being diagnosed with advanced breast cancer due to delays caused by the Covid pandemic. The Marie Keating Foundation says screening backlogs and healthcare restrictions have caused a major drop off in early detection rates. The charity are taking to the streets of Dublin and Cork this week to highlight the issue. Newstalk Reporter Jessica Woodlock went along to hear all about their new campaign. 

In June, the FAA in the US and EASA achieved a significant milestone on the path to certifying electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft. We discuss this milestone in aviation with Kevin Byrne retired Lieutenant Colonel and Airport Safety and Security Expert. 

It’s the Rewind 1984 with Henry McKean, where he speaks to the change makers from that year.In this episode:John Treacy on winning silver in the marathon in the LA Olympics.What was 1984 like in Ireland at that time with MT USA and Bill Hughes?Pop culture expert Dave O'Callaghan, host of the ‘Here And Back Again’ Podcast, on films like Beverly Hills Cop, Gremlins and Ghostbusters. How a Dunnes Stores worker refused to handle South African fruit, which led to the Irish anti-apartheid movement. And Michael Buerk's BBC Ethiopian famine report, which spurred on Sir Bob Geldof to organise Band Aid and Live Aid.

A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this morning was Regina Doherty, former Social Protection Minister, Member of the European Parliament for the Dublin constituency for Fine Gael, Louise O’ Reilly, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Fingal and Sinn Féin Spokesperson on Workers’ Rights, Enterprise, Trade, and Employment and also Pat Leahy, Political Editor of The Irish Times. 

John Gray, best-selling author and Relationship Counsellor joins to discuss his upcoming one-day workshop at the Royal Marine Hotel in Dún Laoghaire.

The UK government plans to ban the sale of disposable vapes from 1 June 2025 to protect children’s health and prevent environmental damage. We get the latest on this plan with , London-based award-winning journalist, tv presenter of TRT News.

Cork-based SUAS aerospace plans Ireland’s first rocket launch late next year from a site on the western seaboard. The company hopes to operate Ireland’s first spaceport for rocket launches. Their first mission, Pathfinder, will be in conjunction with Dutch-firm T-Minus who will provide the launch rocket. It will be a test mission with the possibility for only a small test payload. To hear all about these exciting plans Pat was joined in studio by Rory FitzPatrick, CEO SUAS Aerospace.

“Hope all is well” and other infuriating email clichés, recruitment professional Ed Heffernan walks us through the do’s and don’ts of email communication.

Ten years after they were first touted, electronic health records in Irish hospitals are still years away according to HSE Chief Bernard Gloster. Sarah McGuinness Political Correspondent at the Irish Mail talks us through the latest on this.

It's been ten years since the beginning of the Hutch-Kinahan feud. A new book, 'Kinahan Assassins', chronicles the killings ordered by the Kinahans over the course of the feud. We speak to its authors Stephen Breen and John Hand from the Irish Sun and authors of 'Kinahan Assassins'.

New Disney plus drama series based on Jilly Coopers best-selling bonk buster 'Rivals' starring Victoria Smurfit and Aidan Turner features in this weeks Boxed with John Fardy.

David Robert Grimes Author and Disinformation Expert looks at Elon Musk and how he is playing a role in the US election.

For a number of years scientists have been raising the possibility of designer babies. Where genetic engineering can be used to modify embryos to change certain traits in them or possibly eliminate genetic diseases by correcting broken genes. We get the details from Professor Luke O'Neill Professor of Biochemistry at the School of Immunology at Trinity College.

Can a trial of 50 men accused of rape reshape France's understanding of consent and rape culture? We speak to journalist  Rosie Birchard.

When notorious hitman Robbie Lawlor was assassinated in Belfast no one knew how deep the web of betrayal stretched. Pat was joined on the show by author and crime journalist Nicola Tallant to unpick the web in her new book 'Web of Betrayal'.

Whether it's charging your laptop during off-peak times, or recycling your old smart phones, Jo Linehan, Editor of The Climate Supplement at The Sunday Times Ireland informs us on how to stay environmentally friendly in the workplace, whether you work from home, or in the office, on this weeks’ sustainability slot.

Professor Niki Ralph, Consultant Dermatologist with the Institute of Dermatologists, joined Pat on the show to discuss how menopause affects the skin. Such as wrinkles and sagging, but also in some cases, menopause can cause severe skin conditions.

Rolls and insurance premiums on the rise! Tolls to increase for M50, national roads and Dublin Tunnel from January 1 Geraldine Herbert Sunday Independent Motoring Editor joined Pat with more on this.

Pat was joined by podcaster and cultural commentator Lisa Cannon for a special Inside Hollywood segment on Halloween movie franchises. From the iconic Ghostbusters to the endless sequels of popular horror franchises, Lisa explored the enduring appeal of these spooky films and why audiences keep coming back for more, year after year.

Pat was joined by Sheena Mitchell, pharmacist, health advocate, and host of the WonderCare podcast, to discuss the rise of “Flumonia,” a term coined in Australia after a prolonged flu season saw many people contracting back-to-back infections and a rise in pneumonia cases.

Pat was joined by comedian, motivational speaker, and author Rory O’Connor to discuss his new book, The Rory’s Stories Guide to Parenting. With his signature humor, Rory delves into the highs and lows of parenting, offering relatable stories and insights for parents everywhere. From sleepless nights to stepping on Lego, Rory’s take on parenting is both hilarious and heartwarming.

Pat was joined by Newstalk’s Chief Reporter, Barry Whyte, for the latest updates on the ongoing search of a house in Dundalk, which was the former family home of Kyran Durnin. Barry, who has been following this investigation closely, provided details on the areas being searched and explained how this significant development came about yesterday.

As costs soar, many fans are finding themselves priced out of the experiences they love. Newstalk Reporter, Josh Crosbie spoke with both event producers and fans to get a sense of how rising prices are affecting attendance and the future of live events.

Pat was joined by Shashank Joshi, Defence Editor at The Economist, to discuss Russia’s interference in the elections of Moldova and Georgia.

Pat was joined by Dr. Ruth Freeman, Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland, for this week’s Green Scene. They discussed the alarming decline in wildlife populations and explored the surprising role jet trails play in both climate warming and cooling.

Pat was joined by Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor at the Irish Independent, to discuss two major political stories. The Dáil is set to vote this evening on the committee report into the legalisation of assisted dying in certain circumstances, a highly debated issue. Meanwhile, Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald has issued an apology in the Dáil to a teenager who received inappropriate texts from a former senator.

Pat was joined by transport commentator Conor Faughnan to discuss how the cabinet has given the green light to extend the Luas line to Finglas by 2031.

Pat was joined by Peter Cosgrove, Managing Director of Futurewise and expert on the future of work, to discuss the growing resistance from employees being forced back into the office.

Are you someone who struggles to say no, constantly putting others' needs before your own? Pat was joined by clinical psychotherapist Stephanie Regan to explore the concept of people-pleasing.

Pat was joined by Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor at the Sunday Independent, to discuss the findings of an external review into the Road Safety Authority (RSA). The review has recommended raising the prices for driving licenses and car testing services.

Pat was joined by Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at the University of Galway, to provide the latest updates on the U.S. Presidential election, just two weeks before the showdown.

Pat was joined by Donal O’Donaghue, Managing Director of Sanderson Recruitment and host of The Talent Matters Podcast, to discuss the end of the traditional "career for life" and the rise of the gig economy. Donal shared insights on how professionals can adapt to an evolving job market, build practical skills portfolios, and navigate career pivots.

As U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken prepares to land in Israel for discussions on a ceasefire, the region remains tense following a barrage of rockets launched by Hezbollah on Tel Aviv in the early hours of the morning.Pat was joined by 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, to discuss the latest developments in the Middle East.