The Pat Kenny Show

Aer Lingus management and the Irish Airline Pilots Association (IALPA) will attend the Labour Court this afternoon in a bid to resolve their ongoing pay dispute. We get the latest from Eoghan Corry Editor of Air and Travel Magazine.

Missed goals from Gazza and Robbie Brady’s wonder goal. We take a look at some of the best Euros moments with Colm Boohig, Producer of Off The Ball Breakfast.

We look back on the news stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Anton this week was  Roisin Shorthall Social Democrats TD for Dublin North West,  Fionnan Sheehan Ireland Editor, Indepdent.ie  and Timmy Dooley Fianna Fail Senator for Clare.  

We’re into the round of 16 in the Euros and it’s the quarter finals of in the Senior Football Championship in GAA. Kathleen McNamee looks ahead to the weekend of sport.

The first US Presidential debate of 2024 between Biden & Trump. How did they both fare? To discuss the debate and its outcome was Terry Sheridan Managing Editor, WHSU.  

 It's going to be a busy weekend in Dublin and across the country. To tell us what you can get to was Food, Travel and Content Creator Eadoain Fitzmaurice. Also as you well know Taylor Swift is in town so what’s the set list like and what’s the impact? Claire Becktalk us through Taylor Swift.

A Water Supply Project, critical to securing Ireland’s economic growth and housing needs for the future, gets a green light. We hear from Angela Ryan, Asset Strategy Manager, Uisce Eireann.

Gary O’ Hanlon Executive Chef at the K Club joined Anton this morning with a delicious recipe for Yuk Sung.

Tomorrow marks the 50th anniversary of Dublin Pride. To look back on the 50 years was Oisin O’ Reilly CEO, Outhouse LGBTQ+ Centre. 

Alistair Campbell joined Anton to chat about his two new books ' Why Politics Matters and 'The Future Of Democracy Is  At Stake'

Kevin Byrne, Retired Lieutenant Colonel and Airport Safety and Security expert joined Anton with the latest on the Aer Lingus strike.

Professor Luke O’Neill on why Europe is falling behind in the technology revolution that is happening right now.

The CAO change of mind form is due on the 1st July. To talk us through the options and what you need to think about for course options, Brian Mooney Guidance Counselor and Irish Times Education correspondent. 

The physical and emotional impact of Herpes. We discuss with Dr Aisling Loy Consultant in sexual health at St James's Hospital & Himerus Health Clinic. 

‘Arrested for doing his job’. We hear about the trial of US journalist Evan Gershkovich with Larry Donnelly, Columnist & law lecturer at the university of Galway.

Superfans, glitter and celebrity sightings. We hear what can be expected this weekend with the arrival of international star Taylor Swift Emily Keegan, Newstalk Reporter.

It’s believed around 600,000 people are expected in Dublin over the weekend with a number of events taking place.This will obviously put extra pressure on the city’s transport services and taxis will be in even greater demand. We sent our reporter, Josh Crosbie, to examine Dublin’s transport system, how it is monitored and to look at the operations of traffic lights

Teachers to get €2,000 sign on bonus for taking up a full-time position. Will it be enough? Anton discusses this with John Boyle INTO General Secretary. 

Paul Smyth  Head gardener of RHSI Bellefield  in Shinrone, Co Offaly joined Anton this morning to give listeners gardening tips and advice. 

Have you ever considered getting married on a Tuesday in January? This week we take a look at the pros and cons of having an off-peak wedding with Sara Kennedy Founder of the Irish Wedding Blog.  

Just one day to go until America’s historic presidential debate kicks off. We discuss what can be expected from Trump and Biden with Terry Sheridan Managing Editor, WSHU Public Radio.

On Inside Hollywood we take a look at the films of the late great Donald Sutherland with Dee Reddy Dee Reddy, Podcaster and Cultural commentator.

Half of all Babies will not get vital RSV immunization warn pharmacists. We hear why with Half of all Babies will NOT get vital RSV immunization warn pharmacists.

A new direction for RTE, but will it fix the problems? To discuss further was Sinn Fein TD and Chair of the Public Accounts Committee Brian Stanley.

Hundreds of flights at risk as Aer Lingus pilots begin work to rule. We hear how travellers, travel agents and hotels will be effected. Anton spoke to Eoghan Corry  Editor of Air and Travel Magazine and also Noel Cunningham Ambassador for Harvey’s Point Donegal. 

How mosquito release might help save endangered birds. Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland joined Anton to discuss on the week's Green Scene.All with thanks to AIB Ireland.

Are EVs as green as we think they are? And penalty point offences for dangerous tyres are not being enforced. We discuss with Conor Faughnan, Transport Consultant and President of the RIAC. 

“When Words Fail, Music Speaks” so says Shane Cassidy a NEURO Music Therapist who is highlighting the transformative role of Neurologic Music Therapy in enhancing communication for individuals living with aphasia. Shane joined Anton in studio this morning to explain the role of Neurologic Music Therapy.

Industrial action by aer lingus pilots is underway. We went live to Dublin Airport with Newstalk Reporter Stephaine Rohan and also joining Anton was Clare Dunne CEO of the Irish Travel Agents Association to discuss how all this will affect travellers and customers alike.

This week, Killian Ginnity Digital Content Producer Newstalk takes a look at the memes that have been reinvented by AI and also we hear about the One Plus products coming on to the market.All with thanks to Viatel Technology Group

Taylor Swift will grace the Irish stage in the Aviva on Friday but should you trust any ticket offers. To give us some advice was Sinead Ryan – Journalist with the Irish Independent and Presenter of the Home Show on Newstalk.

Every day, thousands of children and young people across Ireland are impacted by domestic violence and abuse. At least 1 in 4 children Barnardos work with have lived experience of domestic violence and abuse.

Following recent attacks on public transport, we ask, is Dublin safe?  To discuss with Anton was Janet Horner  Councillor for Dublin City Centre andKat O’ Connor Journalist with Her.ie .

We get the latest on the ongoing Aer Lingus dispute, is there any end in sight. Also we get advice if you are due to fly Aer Lingus in the coming days and weeks. Speaking to Anton this morning was Kieran Mulvey Former Director General of the Irish Workplace Relations Commission and Consultant with the International Labour Organisation and the European Union and also John Galligan Owner Galligan Travel Sandyford.  

Julian Assange has been released from UK prison we get all the details on this breaking news with Scott Lucas aProfessor and political analyst at the Clinton Institute, University College Dublin.  

Mental Health facilities in Ireland are struggling to meet minimum standards, according to the latest Mental Health Commission Report 2023. To discuss the findings Anton spoke to Professor Jim Lucey Inspector of Mental Health Services. 

Aer Lingus and IALPA agree to labour court talks but what does this mean for passengers? We get an update from Mark Tighe the IALPA President.  

Our expert today was David Quinn who is Managing Director of Investwise Financial Planning and David gives some great advice on planning for your pension.

Huge GAA action with knockout hurling and surprising results in the football over the weekend but what about the Hungary Scotland game, the most dramatic game in the Euros so far! Cathal Mullaney from Off The Ball joined us.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rules out ending Gaza war. We get the latest from Fawaz Gerges Professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science.   

House prices in some cities rise 12pc in past year as supply constraints take toll. Anton was joined on the show by Karl Deeter  Financial Advisor and Analyst to discuss further.

We get all the tips and advice on staying safe this holiday with Pol O’Conghaile - Travel Editor, Irish Independent.

Due to shortages of key medicines, pharmacists have been forced to dispense unlicensed products. The MD of Azure Pharmaceuticals Sandra Gannon joined us to explain.

It's been called a game changer in the battle against obesity, but concerns are mounting around the misuse of Ozempic in Ireland. Are the thin using it to get even thinner and should we be worried about a blackmarket bikini body trade? Our reporter Sarah Madden looked into the concerns.

"When I grow up I want to be an influencer" but should we be encouraging kids to make it online? We discuss all with Tanya Sweeney  Columnist, Irish Independent, Sue Murphy from Newstalk and also Dr Irene McCormick Senior Lecturer in Media Studies, SETU.

Aer Lingus row intensifies as pilots and management engage in heated exchanges. We get the latest with Pat Leahy, Political Editor of the Irish Times and also  Eoghan Corry Journalist and Travel Commentator. 

Today Gareth Mullins brings us a wonderful dessert to try this weekend. A summer berry pavlova perfect for a sunny weekend.

Pat was joined on the show this morning by Dr. Norah Patten ad Aeronautical Engineer and who will be the first Irish person in space,

What should you disclose to someone buying your house? The do and do nots of buying and selling a home and how to do proper due diligence as a buyer and what are you legally obliged to disclose as a vendor. All to discuss with Andrew Rafter, Director of Flynn Real Estate Agents .

We go live to Tel Aviv where an Irish ex-pat says Ireland is misunderstanding the war between Israel and Hamas. Speaking to Pat this morning was Dr. Daniel Briscoe an Irish ex-pat working as an Ophthalmologist In North Israel.