The Pat Kenny Show

We speak to former X Factor contestant Mary Byrne on the death of Liam Payne.

Broadcaster Ivan Yates joined Pat on the show this morning to dissecting the Sinn Fein scandal. Ivan also gave his thoughts on the Tanaiste’s recent comments about the potential for an election this year. 

Seán' Foil' Finegan, and Conor 'Arms' McKenna are two out of the three members of Ireland’s biggest sketch comedy group called ‘Foil Arms & Hog.’ With a million YouTube subscribers, their online videos of their skits have over a billion views, and their last tour played 136 shows in 57 cities.   However, the Irish trio are to embark on their biggest show to date called ‘Skittish’, as in March next year they will play in New York's Carnegie Hall.  Pat had Conor and Seán' in studio this morning.

Sissinghurst Castle Garden has a wonderful story that begins long before it became one of the most iconic gardens in England.  The garden is fascinating not only for its beauty but for its complex and innovative design. Diarmuid Gavin brings us the story behind this iconic garden.

The Native Irish Honey Bee is at risk of extinction. We hear from the Founder of the Native Irish Honey Bee Society, Aoife Nic Giolla Coda, who’s supporting a bill to prevent this from happening.

What if the production of your favourite horror film was actually cursed? Lisa Cannon explains the possible dark forces behind horror classics.

Parents are struggling to secure secondary school places for their children. Pat spoke to Assistant School Principal in Limerick and Aontu Education Spokesperson, Eric Nelligan about this ongoing issue. 

Emeritus Professor Paul Rogers joins to discuss the latest on the Middle East, as Israeli strike shakes Beirut in first attack on Lebanese capital in 30 days, despite the US giving Israeli Prime Minister an ultimatum.

White, Irish and Islamic. Muslim leaders in Ireland say more indigenous Irish are joining their faith.  So who are Ireland's converts, what drove their "reversion" and what is life like for a Celtic Muslim?  Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports: 

A powerful story of resilience and change. Nicola Hanney shares her journey from survivor to advocate with Pat this morning on the show.

The EU is doing badly on EV sales, missing its own targets by miles and wrongly blaming China. Transport Commentator and Consultant to the RIAC  Conor Faughnan tells us more in this weeks commuter slot.

We continue with the latest controversies shaking Sinn Féin and what’s next for the party’s leadership with Fionnan Sheahan Ireland Editor, at the Irish Independent.

The Internet Archive is back after a major cyber attack  Digital Content Producer Killian Ginnity will talk us through what happened.

With math's week on the horizon, teacher Brendan Gildea explains how to address math's anxiety and why the new curriculum is a step forward.

Stephen MacNally, Consultant Neurosurgeon, Beaumont Hospital Dublin joined Pat this morning on the show to discuss National Brain Tumour Awareness week with Brain Tumour Ireland which takes place on October 21 to 27.

On this week's Green Scene Dr Ruth Freeman tells us how male bowerbirds are amazing sound engineers and we discuss a new report says that urgent action is needed as the Earth’s worsening vital signs indicate a "critical and unpredictable new phase of the climate crisis". All with thanks to AIB Ireland.

European Commission faces criticism for overly positive reports of democracy standards. We get the latest from Correspondent Jack Parrock.

The UN says it will not withdraw peacekeepers from Lebanon while the country’s northern region reels from a deadly Israeli airstrike. 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 brings us the latest.

Sheila Hamilton, author of ‘Can I have your Charm bracelet when you Die?’, but also barrister, singer, actress and comedian, joined Pat in studio to chat about her new memoir, her first book.  

We dive into the latest controversies shaking Sinn Féin and what’s next for the party’s leadership with Fionnan Sheahan Ireland Edito rat the Irish independent.

Lake Como has been Italy’s ‘luxury lake’ for centuries but has shot to new heights thanks to the Clooney effect. Pól Ó Conghaile, Irish independent Travel Editor, is just back and he gave us his top tips when visiting this stunning location.All with thanks to Ryanair.

 The level of contact with you and your ex and what’s healthy and acceptable. Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist discusses with Pat.

Dr Arthur Cummings, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at the Wellington Eye Clinic was our expert today and gave advice to our listeners on all things eye health.

Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor of Sunday Independent brought us the sights and sounds from this year's Paris Motor Show in Paris.

A new 3d scan has revealed previously unseen details of the wreck of explorer Ernest Shackleton's Endurance, using high resolution images, was captured when the ship was found in 2022. To discuss the story of the 'Endurance' and the new findings was Jonathan Shackleton, second cousin of Ernest Shackleton and also Esther Addley, Senior News Writer at The Guardian.

With deadly attacks on both sides and tensions mounting across the Middle East, we explore the risks of an all-out regional conflict. Speaking to Pat this morning was Fawaz Gerges, Professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science and also Declan Power,a Defence and Security Expert.

the shocking truth behind Barbie’s female empowering image. Speaking to Pat this morning was Journalist and International Correspondent with CNN Isobel Yeung who exposed the dark secrets of Mattel’s factories in a new documentary.

With loneliness, anxiety, and burn out commonplace in 2024, people are seeking out community and nature like never before. So, could communal living be the solution to our modern malaise? Newstalk Reporter Sara Madden reports.

Sinn Féin has been rocked after party leader Mary Lou McDonald revealed the matter that led to the resignation of TD Brian Stanley has been referred to gardaí. We get the latest on this with Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor at the Irish independent.

Our Friday Forum looks back on the main stories of the week. Joining Pat today in studio was Marian Harkin, TD for Sligo, Leitrim, N Roscommon and South Donegal, Pauline O’Reilly, Green Party general election candidate for Galway west and Hugh O’ Connell Deputy Political Editor with the Irish and Sunday Independent.  

October 16th marks eight years since the passing of Munster and Ireland legend Anthony Foley. Pat McCarry's play ‘Soldier Field' pays homage to the Anthony and it will be staged at the Moat theatre, Naas on October 15th. Joining Pat on the show was Pat McCarry, best-selling rugby author and playwright and the writer and director of ‘Soldier Field.’ Also with Pat was Orla Foley, Founder of ‘Orla's Wild Ways’ fundraiser, proactive way to honour her brother, Anthony Foley, and raise money for the mid-western cancer foundation.

We hear about ‘Planet Youth’ a new project introducing preventative measures to combat drug and alcohol use among teenagers. Josh Crosbie sent us this report.

Gareth Mullins Executive Chef of The Anantara Marker Hotel will be talking us through pumpkin and age risotto.

Joining Pat on the show Lieutenant General Sean Clancy, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces to discuss peacekeeping challenges in Lebanon, recruitment issues, and the future of Ireland’s defence strategy.

Irish singer-songwriter Lyra joined Pat in studio to chat about her new single ‘The Ending’ and her upcoming tour.

22 grand slam winner Rafael Nadal announced his retirement from tennis yesterday and a big weekend for the rugby as Leinster face Munster in Croke Park. We get all the sports news with Colm Boohig, Broadcaster with Off The Ball.

Social media food and diet untruths. Dietician Orla Walsh will debunk the viral social media diet fads.

Peter Power, Executive Director of UNICEF Ireland joined Pat on the show to reiterate that UNICEF are an independent, non-profit organisation who are helping the children of Gaza, Lebanon and Israel in their new appeal.

Going solo on a date or out with the kids, Eadaoin Fitzmaurice gives us her tips on what to get up to this weekend. 

John Nolan, Irish man resident in Tampa, Florida spoke to Pat this morning as his hometown sees the devastation from Hurricane Milton. Dubliner John Nolan, has been living in Tampa for nearly 30 years.

Minister for Housing Darragh O Brien joined Pat in studio this morning to discuss the Planning and Development bill, which aims to majorly overhaul of the planning system.

What do Gerry Adams, the Kardashians, Sarah Ferguson and Louis Walsh have in common? They have all been represented by Northern Irish media Lawyer Paul Tweed, who has been at the heart of some of the biggest libel and defamation cases of recent. Paul has written a book about his career and he joined Pat on the show to chat all about it.

The drug Ozempic and drugs like it are approved for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and obesity but recent research is suggesting that their benefits may go way beyond that. We hear how with Luke O'Neill Professor of Biochemistry at the school of Immunology, Trinity College.

Research conducted among 1,000 people by Coyne Research on behalf of ALDI and FoodCloud found that, on average, Irish consumers waste €832 worth of food annually.  We discuss these findings with Jo Linehan, Editor of the Climate Supplement at the Sunday Times Ireland .

With hurricane Milton battering Florida, millions of households are now without power, emergency services have been suspended, and damage continues to unfold as the storm moves across the state. We get the latest on the situation there with Terry Sheridan, Managing Editor, WSHU Public Radio.

This week we take a look at FEMA disinformation as a massive hurricane barrels down on Florida and HRT misinformation in the UK in this weeks disinformation slot with David Robert Grimes.

More than 60% of Irish dentists reported recruitment difficulties, with the sector reporting a 23% workforce reduction over the past 15 years according to research by the Irish Dental Association. Joining Pat to discuss the situation concerning dentists recruitment was Caroline Robbins: Chair of the GP committee of the Irish Dental Association, and a Dentist at Kiwi Dental in Carlow. 

Award winning garden designer Diarmuid Gavin joined Pat on the show this morning to answer listeners green fingered questions but also to explain why our autumn colour is expected to be so good this year, its all to do with the weather!

Terry Sheridan, Managing Editor, WSHU, on the latest US news, as people in Florida are urged to evacuate as Category 5 Hurricane Milton is set to make landfall this evening.

Cecelia Ahern joined Pat in studio this morning with her new book, her 20th book, called ‘Into the Storm.’