The Pat Kenny Show

The clocks go forward this weekend and Professor Luke O’Neill tells us why this could be potentially harmful.  

Keeping kids out of the mafia. We hear about the expansion of Italy’s Free To Choose Scheme with Criminology and Organised Crime Professor at the University of Essex Author of the book Mafia, Deviant Masons and Corruption Shifty Brotherhoods in Italy. 

It’s been four years since covid arrived in Ireland. Many children born around the time of the first lockdown will be starting school this year. Our reporter Josh Crosbie has been finding out if there’s been any developmental differences/delays with this cohort of children.

New plans will see accommodation for asylum seekers be provided by the use of empty office spaces, rapid builds and leasing of commercial properties. Pat discusses these plans with Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Council of Refugees and Michael Healy Rae Independent TD for Kerry.

A new vaccine could be the answer to dealing with RSV next winter so why are we not ordering sufficient supplies? Pat discusses this issue with Sheena Mitchell Pharmacist and Podcast host.

We hear about the most sustainable chocolate and packaging options ahead of the easter weekend with Jo Linehan, Editor of the Climate Supplement at the Sunday Times Ireland.

The tech behind a flying car, originally developed and successfully test-flown in Europe, has been bought by a Chinese firm. Powered by a BMW engine and normal fuel, the AirCar flew for 35 minutes between two Slovakian airports in 2021, using runways for take-off and landing. To chat more about the flying car was Kevin Byrne  Lieutenant Colonel Retired, Airport Safety & Security.

We get tips and advice on what to do with friends and family this Easter weekend with Éadaoin Fitzmaurice, food, travel and culture content creator.  

The HSE recruitment freeze has been referred to the Workplace Relations Commission amid health and safety concerns. With more on this Pat was joined by Liam Doran, Ex General Secretary INMO, former member of Implementation team for Slainte Care.

Alex Slazenger Head Gardener at Powerscourt Estate and gardens tells us what to do in the garden over the Easter Break.

Trocaire's Lenten campaign this year is focusing on the people of Malawi and how they're affected by climate change. Ben Finnegan reports on the impact a warming planet is having on the poorest people in the world.

Nearly 60% of teachers have experienced physical abuse in schools. We get reaction from Simon Lewis Principal and Host of If I Were The Minister For Educations Podcast.

In any classic thriller it's the age old question, which one is the other woman? Edel Coffey will be with us to talk about her brand new book In Her Place.

Following a dramatic week in Irish politics Dee Reddy, Podcaster and Cultural commentator takes a look at political thrillers in this weeks 'Inside Hollywood'.

Pat is joined by former Army Ranger & Independent TD Cathal Berry and Security Analyst Declan Power to discuss Ireland’s capabilities when it comes to defending ourselves, why our alliances are important and why the European Union may have eroded our independent foreign policy.

We challenge some paradigms about animals in today's 'Green Scene'. We ask if animals mourn their dead and are males always bigger? All to discuss with Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland.All with thanks to AIB Ireland.

According to the ESRI more than two thirds of people are living in under occupied homes. For more on these findings Pat was joined by Karl Deeter CEO Online Applications.com.

With job losses in the sector on the rise; we ask what the future of the tech labour market looks like. Joining Pat to discuss was Donal O'Donoghue, Managing Director Sanderson Recruitment Ireland and Host of the Talent Matters Podcast. 

The Governments new transport strategy includes plans for a congestion charge, this comes at the same time as an announcement to reopen the public consultation on the Metrolink. We get reaction from Conor Faughnan Transport Consultant and CEO of the RIAC.  

Florida is set to ban under 14s from social media with fines in place if that law is breached. Jess Kelly joined Pat to discuss.

It’s the only photographic identification guide of its kind in Ireland and has been updated to include climate and habitat changes with 1600 photos . We speak to the authors of Birds of Ireland Jim Wilson and Mark Carmody.

How is aid getting into Gaza? And should you keep donating if it isn’t reaching areas it’s needed most? We hear about the ongoing crisis there with Jonathan Fowler, Spokesperson for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency. 

Listeners of this show will be familiar with Author and Immunologist, Professor Luke O'Neill.  Well, along with leading groundbreaking trials and research in Trinity College Dublin and his contributions to  this show Luke is on a mission to recruit more Irish scientists some as young as nine.  Newstalk reporter Sarah Madden gets a bird's eye look at the action as Luke went to meet the primary school boys from Holy Child BNS in Larkhill, Santry.

With a flood of resignations in the last few weeks, it seems that politics is experiencing a crisis in recruitment and retention. We ask, is a career in politics worth it?Joining Pat in studio was Anne Rabbitte, Minister of State for Disability in the Dept of Health & Dept of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth. Fianna Fáil TD for Galway East and also Noel Rock, former Fine Gael TD.

Minister of State for Sport Thomas Byrne joined Pat in studio with a reaction to our reporting on Dublin 8. Over 8,000 children in the area have no access to a green space we ask the Minister what is being done to rectify the situation.

The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors will today call on Justice Minister Helen McEntee to introduce mandatory sentencing for assaults on gardai following a rise in incidents against members of the force. We ask how the Minister is likely to be received as she addresses the AGSI conference with Kevin Bolger, member of the AGSI National Executive and also Liz Dunphy, Journalist with the Irish Examiner.

Dr Roisin Colleran, Cardiologist with the Mater Private was our expert today who joined Pat in studio to discuss how you can prevent heart disease.

The new JetBlue airline that has just started flying from Dublin to US. Pól Ó Conghaile brings us all the details.TuesdayTravel is with thanks to Ryanair.

Pulitzer prize winning poet Paul Muldoon joined Pat in studio ahead of his brand new Irish tour.

An Irish fishing body are warning that the government isn't negotiating on behalf of Irish fishermen. Speaking to Pat this morning was Aodh O’Donnell  Aodh O’Donnell CEO of the Irish Fish Producers Organisation as the urge Government to prevent ‘crazy’ deal that could grant Iceland access to Irish fishing waters.

With Nepalese authorities introducing a new protocol compelling climbers to carry their faeces with them on Mount Everest. Pat about the somewhat less edifying aspects of summiting the world’s highest peak with Johnny Ward of One Step Forward and who was the 1st person to complete Ultimate Explorer's Grand Slam.

Simon Harris give FG a boost of energy as he takes over as leader. What can he bring to the party as he takes on the leadership role. Pat spoke to John Lee Executive Editor Daily Mail Group Ireland.

A new UN resolution on AI promises to start a new wave of action on countries ability to safeguard human rights, protect personal data and monitor ai for risks. However there have been mixed reactions amongst experts as to what it will actually achieve.To discuss further Pat spoke to Elizabeth Farries  Director of Digital Policy.ie & Assistant Professor at UCD and also Barry O’Sullivan Professor of AI at University College Cork.

All eyes remain on Russia following Moscow's terrorist attack. With the latest on the attack and aftermath Pat was joined by Professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science  and Author of the book ISIS: A History.

We look back on the big stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Pat today was Peadar Tobin Leader of Aontú, Fionnan Sheehan Ireland Editor the Irish Independent and Emer Currie Fine Gael Senator for Dublin.  

Beautiful homes at affordable prices the northern Ireland housing market. Henry makes takes a look around at the market in Northern Ireland and reports for us.

The beauty of Northern Ireland: The Gobbins Cliffwalk takes you through time and the elements. It's visited by thousands of people every year looking to learn about the fascinating history in Northern Ireland. We learn all about it from tour guide Philip Hoy.

A real treat this week from Gareth Mullins, Buttermilk Cajun chicken burger with red cabbage slaw and blue cheese crème fraiche.

We speak with the owner of the leading independent jeweller in Northern Ireland so good in fact that they featured in Game of Thrones. Joining Pat live from Ballygally Castle Hotel with thanks to Discover Northern Ireland was Brona Steenson, owner of Steenson Jewellers. 

The start of the women’s Six Nations this weekend and John O’Shea’s first game in charge, Kathleen McNamee joined us for a preview of the sports this weekend.

How far away are we from it? What would be the reception to it, both sides of the border? Pat was joined live from the Ballygally Castle Hotel by Belfast based journalist Amanda Ferguson and Professor of Social Policy at the University of Ulster Deirdre Heenan.

The ARC Fashion Show takes place on Thursday, 28th March at the RDS Concert Hall. To hear more about the night and the work of the ARC Cancer Support Centres Pat was joined on the show by Helen Cody, Fashion Designer and ARC Angel and also Marian McNamara, Financial Advisor and ARC Angel too.

John Simpson BBC World Affairs Editor reacts on Putin’s tzar like control of Russia.

Tn the foot of the Taoiseach's announcement yesterday, Off The Ball's Shane Hannon is with us to discuss some of the more surprising and out-of-the-blue sporting exits and retirements over the years.

Luke fills us in on all the latest news from a big immunology conference in Killarney. 

Actor Tom Vaughan Lawlor joins Pat to talk about his new Netflix drama film, The Beautiful Game, which will have a global release on Netflix on March 29th.

Reality TV Star from Below Deck Sailing Yacht  Daisy Kelliher will be in studio to discuss her experience starring in the show.

In our disinformation slot with David Robert Grimes cancer researcher and physicist,  we look at the viral clip that claims an Irish school has forced children to read the Koran or be suspended.

Who will the next leader be and what caused the resignation? We’ll discuss with the opposition. Talking to Pat this morning was Daniel McConnell – Editor of the Business Post and also Ivana Bacik, Labour Party Leader and TD for Dublin Bay South.

Don't overfill your kettle or leave the fridge open, Jo Linehan, Editor of the Climate Supplement at the Sunday Times Ireland  shares some simple energy saving tips for around the house as part of Newstalk Goes Green.With thanks to SSE Airtricity, to find out more about Generation Green Home Upgrade, see sseairtricity.com.