The Pat Kenny Show

Self driving cars may be at the bleeding edge of today’s technology, but a new study has found that travelling in one can be summed up in one word: boring. We discuss this with Conor Faughnan, Transport Commentator and CEO at Royal Irish Automobile Club along with other motoring news.

This week, Jess Kelly Newstalk's Technology Correspondent takes a look at Amazon Prime Day and whether there are genuine deals to be had.All with thanks to Viatel Technology Group.

In a recent podcast episode with the Guardian, Dr. Richard Petty Professor of Psychology Ohio State University  discussed ambivalence, how people can be swayed into political extremism, and how we can try and tackle the issue. Pat spoke to Professor Petty this morning on the show to discuss further.

Trump has made his first appearance since his attempted assassination in Milwaukee yesterday, while his pick of JD Vance as Vice President has raised controversy amid the chaos of the US presidential race. What do we know about JD Vance? Pat discuss Donald Trump's choice for Vice President with Jennifer Ewing Spokesperson for Republicans Overseas.  

The Man with 1000 kids a shocking Netflix documentary has shone a light on the need for regulation in sperm donation. We speak to a woman who is campaigning on the issue. Joining Pat this morning was Eve Wiley Advocate and Campaigner against fertility fraud.

We take a look back at events that happened 'On This Day' throughout history.

We speak to James Geogheon Lord Mayor of Dublin & Fine Gael Councillor and also Criminologist   Trina O'Connor to get reaction to the scenes in Coolock yesterday.

A body has been found in Tenerife by the Spanish police, almost one month to the day since Jay Slater first went missing. Formal identification has not yet taken place, yet it is a worrying development in the case of the 19-year-old's disappearance.We get the latest on this with Nick Pisa Journalist and former Daily Mail Reporter. 

Tens of thousands of people are in Milwaukee attending the Republican National Convention, where Donald Trump has been formally nominated for President. He has announced that Ohio Senator, J.D Vance will be his running mate for Vice President.  Trump made his first public appearance since the shooting at the Convention last night with a bandaged ear. Our reporter Josh Crosbie is there to capture the atmosphere around Milwaukee and sent us this report.

A Garda car was set alight and two Dublin Bus vehicles were surrounded by protesters opposed to international protection applicants being housed in a former paint factory in Coolock. Henry McKean was at the scene yesterday and he spoke to Pat on what he had experienced.

Our expert today was Joey Donnelly, Managing Director and Owner of Crofton Motors. Joe explained the steps to take after a car crash and how to choose the right car for you so it suits your specific needs.

The alleged assassination attempt on former President Donald trump on Saturday night took place within a long and much broader context of violence which threatens the highest office in America, and those who seek to fill it. Reporter Simon Tierney has been investigating these events and examining how they affect campaign outcomes.

Armagh shock Kerry in the GAA football semi- finals, Alcaraz takes the Wimbledon title and Spain are victorious in the Euros. Cathal Mullaney looks back on the a busy weekend of great sport.

Costa del Sol in Spain, Malaga-Marbella-Nerja Rona sun holiday favorites but lots more going on. Deals and Marbella got named one of Europe’s best city’s in recent Travel and Leisure awards. Pol Ó Conghaile bring us all the travel news and destination highlights.All with thanks to Raynair.

Chinese government is launching an investigation after it was revealed that cooking oil had been transported in containers that were also used to carry fuel. We get the latest from Ian Williams Author and Longtime Foreign Correspondent in Russia, China and the Far East for NBC and Channel 4 News. 

We get more reaction to the attempted assassination of Donald Trump with Scott Lucas Professor and Political Analyst University College Dublin.

The church is set to review women’s roles in the church but is this a sign of change or just crumbs? Pat spoke to former President of Ireland Dr Mary McAleese to discuss.

A call for the end of rent pressure zones and thousands not claiming their rent relief despite rising rent costs. We ask why with Carol Tallon, CEO Property District. 

A defiant Trump marches on to Milwaukee. We have the latest on the failed assassination attempt that has shocked the world. We get reaction from Larry Donnelly  Columnist and Law lecturer at the University of Galway and also Lorcan Nyhan Head of Training at The Communications Clinic and US Columnist with The Sunday Independent.  

A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Jonathan this morning on the show was Orla Ryan News Correspondent at The Journal ie, Emer Currie Fine Gael Senator and also Duncan Smith Labour TD for Dublin Fingal. 

With chickenpox on the rise, how can we spot it, and how should parents treat it? Dr Brendan O’Shea GP, Assistant Adjunct Professor TCD, Medical Director at K Doc talks us through what to do.

The controversial Shannon to Dublin water pipeline has received government approval and Uisce Eireann is moving forward to the next stage. The 170 kilometre pipeline would extract water from the River Shannon to serve the Greater Dublin area. Costs and contingencies for the scheme have been developed and scheme estimates range from €3.3bn to €10.4bn with a management base cost of €4.6bn. Our reporter Josh Crosbie has been taking a look at this project.

Gareth Mullins Gareth Mullins takes us through the perfect summer BBQ recipe a lamb donor kebab.

The biggest disaster and the political judgement awards. Newstalk's Political Correspondent Sean Defoe brings us the First Annual Dail Awards.

A look ahead to the busy weekend of sport with Cathal Mullaney, Broadcaster with Off The Ball.

From the rise of motor premiums for the tenth consecutive month, to Drew Harris's call for graduate penalty points systems to combat road fatalities. We discuss the challenges facing the transport sector with Conor Faughnan, CEO at The Royal Irish Automobile club and Transport Consultant.

We hear about the guidelines for companies on managing and preventing abuse and inappropriate behaviour in the workplace. Speaking to Jonathan this morning on the show was Moira Grassick Chief Operating Officer at Peninsula Ireland. 

Country star Nathan Carter performed in Castlerea Prison for the prison staff and the community. To raise money for local charity including the paediatric unit at Sligo University Hospital, Mayo Roscommon Hospice and the Roscommon Youth Service. The prisoners will see on Prison TV.Henry McKean went to meet Nathan, prison staff and the community.

A series of unfortunate events. We discuss President Bidens NATO press conference that didn’t go his way with Scott Lucas Professor and Political Analyst, Clinton Institute, University College Dublin .  

Here to tell us all you can get up to this weekend is Food, travel and content creator Eadaoin Fitzmaurice. 

Sports with Cameron Hill this week, we talk about the famous bullfights and festival that take place in Pamplona between the 6th and 14th of July.

NATO meetings, meet and greets and more pressure to withdraw from the Presidential race it hasn’t been the easiest week for Joe Biden. Scott Lucas Professor and Political Analyst, Clinton Institute, University College Dublin brings us the latest.

We get an insight on how the streets of Galway have changed dramatically in the last 35 years, with litter picker Pat McPhilbin.

On our disinformation slot this week, David Robert Grimes discusses how BBC reported this week on a US intelligence effort to unmask almost 1000 bot accounts run by AI. TikTok claimed to have removed 43000 elements of EU election disinformation much of it racist or anti immigrant. But should we trust their claims?

Thousands of people are arriving into Ireland without documentation or with false documents but what action is being taken to police this and are airlines being penalised. Our reporter Josh Crosbie finds out more.

Professor Luke O’Neill, Professor of Biochemistry at the school of Immunology, Trinity College joined Jonathan in studio this morning. We ask Luke can stress turn your hair grey? And will there ever be a way to prevent baldness?

Plastic free July is the month-long campaign that discourages people from single-use products and moves them towards reducing waste, combating pollution, and bringing attention to how much plastic we rely on daily.  Jo Linehan, Editor of Climate Sunday Times Ireland and sustainability columnist with Irish Country Magazine brought us the details.

Three quarters of people don’t have faith in the courts ability to deal with cases of violence against women according to a new poll. We discuss this with Noeline Blackwell  Solicitor & Sexual Violence Specialist and also Gabija Gataveckaite Political Correspondent, Irish Independent.  

Taxes on the rich, freeze on food prices and a resignation that won't be accepted. We go live to France to see how the new government is faring. Speaking to Jonathan this morning was Journalist Rosie Birchard. 

Suspect in hospital after being detained over deadly crossbow attack on wife and two daughters of BBC and Sky broadcaster John Hunt, in what has been described by UK police as a suspected ‘targeted’ attack. We get the latest from Enda Brady TRT World Presenter.

Is there end in sight in the Aer Lingus Pilot strike? We also hear about Drones over Dublin with test flights for food deliveries have been trialed in various parts of the country, including Oranmore, Lusk, Balbriggan, parts of Dublin and elsewhere. All to discuss with Kevin Byrne Retired Lieutenant Colonel and Airport Safety and Security Expert.  

Award winning gardener Diarmuid Gavin joined Jonathan this morning on the show and gave some great gardening tips and advice to our listener.

A lowered voting age, the end of campaign posters and a new design of ballot papers. We are joined on the show by Art O'Leary the CEO of the Electoral Commission of Ireland about what changes could be coming down the line.  

Aer Lingus dispute will see further cancellations on the horizon for Aer Lingus passengers as IALPA mull over Labour Court recommendation for pilot pay rise. Pilots’ ballot results won’t be known for over a week. We get the latest on this with Anne Marie Walsh Irish Independent Industry Correspondent.

We all need to prepare for the worst. That’s the message from Nik Gowing, former BBC Founder of Thinking The Unthinkable. He discusses why we need to be pushing for more sustainable practices.

Dee Reddy, Podcaster and Cultural commentator takes a look at some family favourite movies in this week's 'Inside Hollywood'.

Ever been out of office or on holiday but your boss won’t leave you be? We talk to an employment lawyer on the employee's right to disconnect. Joining Jonathan on the show was Julie Galbraith, partner in employment law at global law firm Eversheds Sutherland and also Donal O’Donoghue, Managing Director At Sanderson.

Independent TD Michael Healy-Rae has denounced “outrageous” and “hurtful” online abuse and called for action against social media platforms. Michael spoke to Jonathan this morning about the online abuse he has received.

Today we hear how cane toads could be used to immunise wildlife, and how frog saunas could help tackle a critical amphibian pandemic. Dr Ruth Freeman, Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland discusses all with Jonathan this morning on this week's Green Scene. All with thanks to AIB Ireland.

Speed Limiters on New Cars and other safety equipment that is now mandatory and electric bikes sales on the rise. Excise duty hike is stealth tax on hard-pressed consumers. All to discuss with Geraldine Herbert Sunday Independent Motoring Editor & Columnist.