The Pat Kenny Show

Pat was joined by Philip Ryan, political editor of the Irish Independent, to discuss the recent changes to the social welfare bill, introduced by outgoing Social Protection Minister Heather Humphreys. Among the key changes is the doubling of fines for jobseekers who refuse to engage with employment services.

Pat was joined by Eoghan Corry, travel expert and editor of Air & Travel magazine, to discuss the growing wave of anti-tourism protests sweeping Europe. On Sunday, hundreds of local protesters disrupted the beaches of Tenerife, demanding measures like increased tourist taxes to address the strain on local resources.

Pat was joined by renowned ethnologist and anthropologist Martin Von Hildebrand, who has spent his life working to conserve the Amazon and protect its indigenous communities. Born in New York in 1943 to an Austrian father and an Irish mother, Martin shared his incredible journey of environmental activism and the ongoing fight to preserve the Amazon’s cultural and ecological heritage.

Pat was joined by London-based journalist Enda Brady to discuss the sentencing of Thomas ‘Bomber’ Kavanagh at the Old Bailey in London.

Pat was joined by John Lee, Executive Editor of the Daily Mail Group Ireland, to discuss the ongoing election speculation and the latest developments in the Sinn Féin texting scandal. As Mary Lou McDonald prepares to issue an apology, John provided insight into how this controversy is impacting Sinn Féin’s standing.

This Sunday, the clocks will be going back an hour, and we want to find out how this affects our sleep cycles, and how to prepare. On this week’s ‘Ask The Expert’ slot we are covering all things ‘sleep.’ Joining Pat in studio was Tom Coleman, a sleep expert.

"The Dublin City Centre Taskforce was launched this morning at the GPO. Among the 10-point plan to clean up Dublin, the group recommends hundreds of more gardaí to be stationed in the city. The Taskforce was set up in May following the riots and our reporter Josh Crosbie has been speaking to those who work in the city and those who took part in the consultation process.

We dive into the far-right's growing influence in Italy and Russia, with policies reshaping family rights and immigration with Rosie Birchard, Journalist with Deutsche Welle News.

A fearless commander on the front lines of the Russo-Ukrainian war. Yulia Mykytenko who is  joined by Journalist and Author, Lara Marlowe, who has written a biography of Yulia's remarkable journey titled 'How Good It Is I Have No Fear of Dying': Lieutenant Yulia Mykytenko’s Fight for Ukraine.

Professor and political analyst, Clinton Institute at University College Dublin Scott Lucas discusses the latest in the United States and Israel as two documents have been leaked to unveil the US’ involvement in the Middle East War.

Print media is dead and women have equal rights. If both notions are true, then why aren't women's magazines obsolete? Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports on the enduring phenomenon of the glossy pages and the history and future of women's magazines.

It has been revealed that there is almost 1,000 teacher vacancies in primary and special schools. School principal Shane Loftus reveals the stark reality of the primary school teacher crisis.

Martina Hennessy MD of Doddl.ie joined Pat this morning to talk through some of the issues facing home hunters the latest cut to mortgage rates, how this might affect those looking for a mortgage and if it’s worth switching at this time.

A weekend is a long time in politics, Heather Humphries joins the Fine Gael exodus, the monk plans to run against Mary Lou McDonald and the election is most likely on November 29th. We discuss all with Political Correspondent with Newstalk and host of let me explain podcast Sean Defoe.

Friday Forum looks back on the news stories of the week. Joining Pat in studio today was Kevin Doyle – Group Head of News, Irish Independent, Eoin O’Broin Sinn Fein’s Spokesperson on Housing, Local Government and Heritage and TD for Dublin Mid-West and also Peadar Tóibín  Aontu Leader and TD for Meath West.

We look ahead to the weekend’s sport and we have an explainer on the new football rules which includes seven new rules proposed by the review committee in order to make the game faster and a better viewing experience. The rules include changes to the role of the goalkeeper, throw-ins and kick-outs. Joining Pat this morning was Shane Hannon, Co-Host of Off the Ball AM and also Jason Sherlock, All Ireland winner and Dublin GAA legend.

Good quality beef, turnip, potato, onion and seasoning all wrapped in a flaky pastry is a delicious weekend lunch or mid-week snack. Gareth Mullins will talk us through how to make Cornish pasties.

The divisive issue of urban horse ownership has been brought up at an Oireachtas committee on Travellers rights. Members were told about the importance of ‘culturally appropriate housing’. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie has been meeting with Travellers to hear how they maintain their horses in urban areas.

Documents obtained by RTE reveal that Tiktok executives knew the harmful effects the compulsive nature of the app could cause children and young people. The documents also revealed the company’s policies on policing harmful content like suicide and self-harm. Jess Kelly, Technology Correspondent for Newstalk.

We discuss the impact of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar's death and what does it mean for the future of the Gaza conflict with David Dunn, Professor of International Politics at University of Birmingham.

Award-winning investigative journalist, author, columnist, and commentator Maureen Callahan, joined Pat on the show this morning discuss her New York Times bestseller book called ‘Ask Not, the Kennedys and the Women They Destroyed.’ The names, John F. Kennedy, Bobby F. Kennedy, and Ted Kenny are familiar to many. However, Maureen’s book shifts the focus to the women of the family, and how they suffered because of their association with the Kennedys. 

A dysfunctional team of MI5 agents and their obnoxious boss, the notorious Jackson Lamb, navigate the espionage world's smoke and mirrors to defend England from sinister forces.  John Fardy presenter of Screentime takes a look at the show Slow Horses on this week's Boxed.

Why 50% of Americans seem to be oblivious to the fascist direction Trump is taking. We discuss all with David Robert Grimes, Author and Disinformation Expert. 

From savings accounts to setting goals, Paul Merriman joins us to talk us through some of the best savings tips.

Last night Kamala Harris took part in what has probably been the most tense interview she has participated in. Terry Sheridan joins Pat to break it down for us. 

Roy Keane retired from Ireland international duty this week 19 years ago. Colm Boohig from Off The Ball will be here to talk us through his best performances, including his best Man United performances with Ireland as 2005 was also the year Roy Keane left Man United.

Halloween is approaching so we get advice on finding decorations, food and costumes that are sustainable from Jo Linehan, Editor of the Climate Supplement at the Sunday Times Ireland on this weeks’ sustainability slot.

Israeli strike in southern Lebanon has killed 16 people, including the Mayor of a major town. Professor Scott Lucas Professor and political analyst, Clinton institute at University College Dublin joins with the latest on the Middle East conflict.  

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.

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

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.

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.