The Pat Kenny Show

Kate Winslet for Titanic and Robert De Niro for the Godfather! We take a look at the best Hollywood auditions with Lisa Cannon movie and entertainment correspondent.

Iran launched a massive missile attack on Israel last night. Israel have vowed to retaliate, and the US said they will help defend their ally, Israel. Duncan Bullivant joined Pat on the show this morning to discuss the impact Iran’s involvement and US’ alliance will have on the Middle East conflict.

For our Commuter Slot this week, from public transport services to EV packages. We take a look at the best of the budget for commuters with Conor Faughnan, Transport Commentator and Consultant to the RIAC.

Author David Hare joins to talk us through his new children's book ‘The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Irish Lighthouses.’

Tánaiste Michael Martin joined Pat in studio this morning with his reaction to the Government’s giveaway budget.

Today on the show Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly reviews the new Google Pixel Watch.

It is now illegal to buy, breed or import xl bully dogs. The minister for rural and community development Heather Humphreys signed the legislation to ban the dogs last week, which was motivated by a number of serious attacks in recent months. Bella Finn from our newsroom has been looking into the ban and what it entails.

Dublin Airport’s passenger capwhat is it, how does it work, and why could it send ticket prices soaring? All explained with Paul Hackett – Director and VP of Irish Travel Association.

A major escalation in the Middle East after Israel launches a ground invasion into Lebanon. We go live to Beirut as we get the latest from Fawaz Gerges  Professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science.

When you think of an octopus, you might picture it swimming alone, however scientists think these animals could be more social than we thought. A new study has found that octopuses sometimes team up with groups of fish in order to hunt together.Meanwhile, bees play a critical role in agriculture, helping to pollinate some 35 percent of the world’s food crops. But with habitat loss, climate change, pesticides and other factors threatening bee populations, in recent years, scientists have been turning to robot bees. All to discuss with Dr Ruth Freeman Director, Research Ireland.All with thanks to AIB Ireland.

Minister Jack Chambers will deliver his first budget and the last of the current government this afternoon, it is expected to be a bumper giveaway. We hear details on how will all benefit with Sean Defoe, Newstalk Political Correspondent and also Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor Irish Independent. 

A child who refuses to go to school can be difficult to manage – what should you do about it and why is it happening? Dr Richard Hogan joins us to talk through the issues parents and students face.

Can an affair ever lead to true love?  Pat was joined by Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist to examine the topic of affairs.

With the Dublin marathon just a few weeks away, we get the best tips on how to manage the rest of your training and if you might be considering taking up a marathon. Joining Pat was John Treacy, former CEO of the Irish Sports Council and silver medalist at the Olympics.

The death toll climbs as the most powerful storm on record devastates south-east US and Trump calls Harris mentally impaired Terry Sheridan joins Pat with the latest.

We get all the motoring news with Geraldine Herbert including import charges on cars and a call for a review of the internal combustion ban.

The true crime series ‘the case I can't forget’ returns for a new season tomorrow at 9.35pm on RTÉ one and RTÉ player. The series will reveal behind-the-scenes stories of some of Ireland's biggest criminal investigations, from the atm heists of 2019, a 2-part special on notorious Dublin criminal Martin Cahill, and finally, will revisit the first ever human trafficking case convicted in Ireland.  Joining Pat ahead of the release was Dr Pat Leahy, Former Garda Assistant Commissioner for Dublin.

David Dunn, Professor of International Politics joined Pat with the latest on Israel. Hamas declare Israel have killed its leader in Tyre in Lebanon. Death toll rises to 1000 in Lebanon including three senior leaders in PLDP in Beirut strike. Israel have also opened a new front in their military campaign in Yemen. 

The Irish Women’s rugby team secure an epic win against New Zealand and what is the future for Erik Ten Hag with a heavy loss to Tottenham at Old Trafford?To answer that Pat was joined by Nathan Murphy, Broadcaster with Off The Ball 

How are far-right election gains in Germany and Austria shaping Europe’s political landscape? Joining Pat to answer that was Rosie Birchard, Journalist with DW News.

Minister for Justice Helen McEntee has signed a commencement order to increase the maximum sentences for four knife-related offences. Pat was joined by leader of Aontu Peadar Tobin.

What's going to show up in the budget tomorrow, what political impact will it have and does it point to a General Election coming sooner rather than later? – Pat spoke to Ivan Yates.

Our Friday Forum look back on the stories of the week. Joining Pat today was Neale Richmond, Fine Gael TD and Minister of State with Responsibility for Financial Services, Credit Unions and Insurance, Fionnan Sheehan, Ireland Editor, Irish Independent and Ivana Bacik, Labour Party Leader.

Donald Trump is now set to meet Ukranian President Zelensky this morning. We get a reaction from Republicans Overseas about the U-Turn. Jennifer Ewing, Spokesperson, Republicans Overseas UK.

Mike Sheridan, Filmmaker, Journalist and Director joined Pat on the show to chat about his new documentary called Amplified: The Exportation of the Culture Wars which will be premiered at the Irish Film Institute Documentary Festival on September 28th.  The film observes the crossover of American culture and politics over Ireland via political figures. The documentary draws attention to the United States' impact on the Dublin riots in November 2023.

Adrian Barry joins us to preview this weekend’s sport. Arsenal hoping to maintain their unbeaten streak, and Manchester United and Tottenham go face to face at Old Trafford. Elsewhere, all provinces play in the URC this weekend and Shane Lowry is the lone Irish golfer at the Spanish Open,  

Gareth Mullins will be talking us through apple and blackberry crumble with vanilla custard. A perfect desert to try this weekend.

Wrapping up warm can involve functionality as well as fashion. Stylist Aoife Dunican give us advice on how you can make the most of your winter wardrobe.

Another lane closure but is this the way to tackle crime on our streets?  We discuss with Olivia Kelly, Dublin Editor with Irish Times

What is it like to have dementia? Now you can try a virtual simulator which is travelling around the country giving people an opportunity to experience what it’s like. Josh Crosbie reports on this for us.

Amid calls for a ceasefire, Lebanon may be facing a ground offensive from Israel. We get the latest from Sally Hayden, Irish Times Correspondent and Author live from Beirut.

Influencers promoting vitamins and supplements online are up for discussion in our disinformation slot with David Robert Grimes, Author and Disinformation expert.

Eadaoin Fitzmaurice, travel and food content creator, give some great ideas of what to get upto this weekend, either on a date, a trip with family or friends, or by themselves. Some events include the Kinsale Food Tours, Dublin Theatre Festival and the Pure Magic Battle for the Lake in Achill Co. Mayo

On this week’s Boxed, John Fardy takes to the streets of Gotham to look at the new HBO The Penguin – the dark back story of one of Batman’s greatest villains.

Covid 19 – Was it a lab leak or a market? More evidence now that it was animals in the Wuhan market. Luke O’Neill discusses with Pat.

The State needs to act to put planners on the critical skills list according to an expert in the area who says the Government is ‘sucking up planners like basking sharks’. Tom Philips Planning Consultant and Adjunct Associate Professor in University College Dublin joined Pat this morning on the show.

Tensions in the Middle East, support of Ukraine and heightened tensions domestically following assassination attempts on Donald Trump. All to discuss with a national security advisor about terrorism and counterterrorismJaved Ali, Associate Professor of Practice at Gerald R. Ford School of Pubic Policy, formerly of FBI, Defense Intelligence Agency and The Department of Homeland Security discuss all with Pat this morning.

With a growing population and economy.  How can we address our water shortage problems? And is our infrastructure up to the task ? All to discuss with Angela Ryan Asset Strategy Manager at Uisce Eireann.

"All trends point towards Irish unification in the next few decades". The words of Leo Varadkar who has called for all parties running for election to include a call for a United Ireland in their manifestos. We get reaction with Amanda Ferguson Belfast based Journalist and also Gary Murphy Professor of Politics, Dublin City University.

Roisin Agnew on her documentary The Ban, which is to be screened at the Irish Film Institute Documentary Festival on Sunday, September 27th. The documentary follows the Broadcast Ban which was implemented by the British government on Northern Ireland in 1988, silencing the voices of IRA members and their political branch, Sinn Fein. 

4 in 10 workers don’t understand the pension auto enrollment scheme. Paul Merriman, CEO Fairstone Ireland joined Pat to explain all.

On Inside Hollywood this week, from Tom Cruise in Far and Away to Julia Roberts in Michael Collins, we take a look at when accents go really bad. All to discuss with Lisa Cannon Movie & Entertainment Correspondent. 

We get gardening tips and advice with Head Gardener of RHSI Bellefield in Shinrone, Co Offaly.

This bi-annual event has been running since 2002, and has seen our bikers and pillions cover over 950,000 and raise over €5 million which has transformed the lives of many thousands of sick children across Ireland. This once in a lifetime trip departs in September 2024, and the funds raised from the challenge will support sick children and across CHI at Crumlin, Temple Street, Tallaght and Connolly. Newstalk's Anton Savage is taking part and he spoke to Pat this morning.

Transport commentator Conor Faughnan gives tips and advice on buying a second hand car and also shares his take on the Government finding 6 million to fund road projects despite Eamon Ryan saying it couldn’t be sanctioned. 

Green Scene Dr Ruth Freeman from Research Ireland  will explain what legal personhood means and the rights it grants. All to discuss on this week's Green Scene.All with thanks to AIB Ireland.

Hector O’ Heochagain joined Pat in studio to chat about his new book, 'Irish Words You Should Know'.

Homeowners in Donegal are still facing challenges over defective blocks .More than 100 people have been given alternative payment options, which they say is “downgrading” what they initially expected. Josh Crosbie travelled to the county to meet with property owners at different stages of this ordeal.

John Lee, Executive Editor with Daily Mail, on the latest in Irish politics. Simon Harris has been invited to meet Joe Biden at the White House next month, hinting at a November general election. Also, Michael D. Higgins addresses accusations he made earlier this week about the Israeli embassy at the United Nations General Assembly.

A new production of Tom Murphy’s masterpiece The House will premiere in the Gaiety Theatre on the26th of September. The Druid Theatre production has enjoyed success in Galway over the past month and will debut in Dublin this week for Dublin Theatre Festival. Joining Pat in studio was Marie Mullen The House at the Gaiety Actress and Co-Founder of The Druid Theatre Company.