The Pat Kenny Show Highlights
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Pat brings you the sharpest analysis of news and current affairs on the radio and fresh perspectives on the issues that will define a generation. Breaking news is interwoven with reflective news features and reports from a variety of reporters based across the country. Experts are on hand to guide listeners on everything from consumer and employment rights and health issues to savvy holiday options. And Pat is joined by all the best personalities from the entertainment world. Listen and subscribe to The Pat Kenny Show on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.
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Location:
Dublin, Ireland
Description:
Pat brings you the sharpest analysis of news and current affairs on the radio and fresh perspectives on the issues that will define a generation. Breaking news is interwoven with reflective news features and reports from a variety of reporters based across the country. Experts are on hand to guide listeners on everything from consumer and employment rights and health issues to savvy holiday options. And Pat is joined by all the best personalities from the entertainment world. Listen and subscribe to The Pat Kenny Show on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App. You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.
Twitter:
@PatKennyNT
Language:
English
Contact:
1890453106
Email:
patkenny@newstalk.com
Episodes
Ask The Expert: On dental anxiety
4/15/2024
Ireland’s tooth fairy Bronagh Keane was our expert this morning and had some advice for those who have dental anxiety.
Duration:00:13:00
Author Emma Donoghue on her new play 'The Pull Of The Stars'
4/15/2024
Pat was joined on the show by Emma Donoghue of Room and The Pull of the Stars to talk about her brand new play.
Duration:00:13:06
Update on the situation in Israel following Iran’s attack on Saturday
4/15/2024
We get an update on the situation in Israel following Iran’s attack on Saturday. It follows a call by the UN General Secretary for countries to ‘step back from the brink’.
Pat was joined on the show by Fawaz Gerges Professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science.
Duration:00:09:03
Scheffler takes home the green jacket at Augusta
4/15/2024
Scheffler takes home the green jacket at Augusta, Ireland thrash Wales in the Six Nations and Dublin dominate against Meath – Kathleen McNamee looks back on the weekend of sport.
Duration:00:06:55
Career Fair for emergency services and Military personnel looking for career change
4/15/2024
The first Career Fair for Emergency Services & Military Personnel looking to change careers, comes to Dublin on Thursday. We get all the details from Stephen Moore, Founder of Out of the Blue Training and Former Garda .
Duration:00:12:36
VHI phases out popular health insurance plans
4/15/2024
Thousands affected as VHI phases out popular health insurance plans to ‘simplify’ offerings. How will this effect customers? We asked Dermot Goode from Total Health cover.ie a Lockton company.
Duration:00:09:27
People of Co. Louth Drogheda and Dundalk call for more train services
4/15/2024
There are calls for more train services to be provided for the people of Co. Louth Drogheda and Dundalk are the largest towns in Ireland and are continually growing in population. Locals want existing rail networks to be utilised. Our reporter Josh Crosbie reports for us.
Duration:00:13:09
A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum
4/12/2024
On our Friday Forum this week, we look at Simon Harris’ first week as Taoiseach plus Ireland’s entry into the controversial EU Migrant Pact. This week joining Pat was Jim O’Callaghan Fianna Fail TD for Dublin Bay South, Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Training, The Communications Clinic and Lynn Boylan, Sinn Fein Senator for Dublin
Duration:00:20:31
Reflecting on OJ Simpson's complex legacy
4/12/2024
Pat delves into the life and controversies of OJ Simpson following his recent passing. Filmmaker and producer David Blake Knox joins us to recount his personal experiences working with Simpson, offering unique insights into the troubled legacy of the American football star and actor.
Duration:00:14:54
Michael Healy Rae reacts to new garda rules
4/12/2024
There is a new requirement for all Gardaí to conduct 30 minutes of road policing daily. Independent TD for Kerry, Michael Healy Rae, joins Pat to debate whether this change is sufficient for improving road safety.
Duration:00:09:19
Chicken and Prawn Pad Thai with Chef Gareth Mullins
4/12/2024
Gareth Mullins, Executive Chef at The Anantara Marker Hotel, joins Pat to reveal the secrets behind making a scrumptious chicken and tiger prawn pad thai. Get ready to spice up your cooking skills with tips straight from a culinary master!
Duration:00:05:17
Learning together: A family's educational journey
4/12/2024
Mother Ailish and daughter Keely share their unique story of attending college together through Dublin's adult educational supports for lifelong learning. Pat talks to them about how they overcame educational struggles and what this experience has meant for their family bond.
Duration:00:11:42
Ireland, Spain, and the Palestine Recognition Debate
4/12/2024
As Ireland work with Spain and others to build support for recognition of Palestine, Dana Erlich, Israel’s Ambassador to Ireland joins Pat in studio
Duration:00:17:53
Weekend sports roundup with Kathleen McNamee
4/12/2024
Kathleen McNamee, Digital Producer for Off the Ball, joins Pat for an overview of this weekend's sport highlights.
Duration:00:07:36
Caroline Flack’s family and the renewed investigation
4/12/2024
Caroline Flack's family has expressed that they still have "unanswered questions" following the decision by the Metropolitan Police to re-examine the charges against the late star. Enda Brady, TRT World Presenter, joins Pat to provide the most recent developments from the UK.
If you've been affected by any of the issues raised in this discussion, The Samaritans can be reached at freephone 116123
Duration:00:05:41
Report: Dublin's vehicle ban sparks concerns
4/12/2024
Dublin City Council faces criticism for overlooking the needs of individuals with disabilities following their announcement that cars and vans will be prohibited from accessing parts of the north and south quays starting in early August. Businesses have expressed concerns about how this will affect their customers and delivery operations. Our correspondent, Emma Tyrrell, brings Pat the details from the quays
Duration:00:09:17
Classroom crisis: Can Ireland's education be fixed? Minister Norma Foley speaks with Pat
4/12/2024
Teacher shortages, unfinished school buildings, a lack of places – education in Ireland has it’s issues at the moment, but what is being done to improve things? Pat is joined by Norma Foley, Minister for Education of Ireland ahead of the Fianna Fáil ard fheis later today.
Duration:00:22:55
Boxed: Steve! (Martin) A Documentary in 2 Pieces
4/11/2024
In this week's Boxed, John Fardy, Presenter of Screentime, talks to Pat about about the new documentary on Apple TV, "Steve! (Martin) A Documentary in 2 Pieces."
Duration:00:07:55
Continued safety concerns for Boeing
4/11/2024
Boeing has been hit after a new whistleblower raises safety concerns. Joining Pat to discuss is Kevin Byrne, Retired Lieutenant Colonel and Airport Safety & Security Expert.
Duration:00:08:49
Why are we so bad at talking about sex?
4/11/2024
The five main pillars of health are checking yourself, diet, sleep, exercise and orgasms - that's according to Laura Dowling, AKA The Fabulous Pharmacist, who joins Pat to explain why we are so bad at discussing sex!
Duration:00:11:08