The Pat Kenny Show Highlights

We take a look at the 1982 biographical blockbuster Gandhi with Bill Hughes from Mind The Gap Films. 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'.

Duration:00:11:11

Busting the myths on driver stereotypes

Transport commentator Conor Faughnan joined Pat on the show today to bust some the myths on driver stereotypes. 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'.

Duration:00:09:42

EirGrid CEO Mark Foley on plans to make our electricity grid ready for the future

Plans to make our electricity grid ready for the future, we hear details from EirGrid CEO Mark Foley. 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'.

Duration:00:17:30

Green Scene: Bats buzz like hornets to scare off owl predators

In the 'Green Scene' this week Dr. Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland explores the way in which bats scare off owls and we take a look at what whales and dolphins are around on our coasts at the moment. 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:...

Duration:00:07:12

Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern reacts to UK plans to rip up the Northern Ireland protocol

Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern reacts to UK plans to rip up the Northern Ireland protocol. We also hear how manufacturers in Northern Ireland are affected by protocol with Stephen Kelly, Chief Executive of Manufacturing Northern Ireland. 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,...

Duration:00:17:58

Oireachtas group recommends ban on gambling ads before 9pm watershed

An Oireachtas group recommends ban on gambling ads before 9pm watershed. In reaction to this Pat was joined on the show by Mark Smyth, Clinical Psychologist. 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'.

Duration:00:15:46

Is outdoor dining good news for everyone?

Pubs and restaurants look forward to a summer of outdoor customers, is this good news for everyone? To discuss Pat was joined on the show by Richard Guiney, CEO Dublin town and Disability group Joan Carthy Advocacy Manager Irish Wheelchair Association. 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...

Duration:00:16:34

Tech With Jess: The best tech tools for your desk

Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly brings us some of the best tech tools for your desk whether you are working remotely or in the office. MOPHIE – Snap+ Wireless Stand - €59.95 from Zagg.com 15W wireless charging stand compatible with snap and MagSafe with European Adapter Well By Karl Henry Adjustable Desk - €100 from Dunnes Stores This desk is to be placed on a table or desk and is adjustable to four different height levels which will ensure that whether you are sitting or...

Duration:00:10:58

Will Boris Johnson rip up the protocol?

Will Boris rip up the protocol? We get the latest on the British PMs visit to Northern Ireland with Susan McKay Journalist and author. 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'.

Duration:00:10:25

Concerns continue to linger over the national maternity hospital

Concerns continue to linger over the national maternity hospital, as the cabinet prepares to sign off on the controversial plans Neasa Hourigan, Green Party Dublin Central TD. Spokesperson on Finance and Health spoke to Pat on the show today. 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:...

Duration:00:14:06

Author Jo Spain on her new book 'The Last To Dissapear'

Author and screenwriter Jo Spain tells us about her latest crime fiction novel the last to disappear. 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'.

Duration:00:13:43

Ukrainian lady living in Ireland and helping Ukrainian refugees

Yelena Cannon is a Ukrainian lady living in Ireland and she spoke to Pat today on the show about her mission to help Ukrainian refugees to Ireland. 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'.

Duration:00:12:04

"It's allowed me to be more confident" - The Exopulse Mollii Suit

The Exopulse Mollii Suit

Duration:00:12:20

We hear why Kerry is banning dogs from beaches

Beaches in Kerry are looking to restrict dog access and this is supported by councillors. For more on this Pat was joined on the show by John Breen Director of Services Water, Environment, Fire, Kerry County Council and also Jackie Healy Rae Independent county councilor for Kerry. 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...

Duration:00:17:20

Sunday Times bestselling author Gillian McAllister

Sunday Times bestselling author Gillian McAllister joined Pat on the show this morning to discuss her murder mystery with a twist: Wrong Place, Wrong time. 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'.

Duration:00:10:32

A major new work explores how the State has treated survivors of institutional abuse

REDRESS: Ireland’s Institutions and Transitional Justice. The book explores the ways in which Ireland – North and South – treats those who suffered in Magdalene Laundries, Mother and Baby Homes, County Homes, industrial and reformatory schools, and Ireland’s adoption system. Maeve O’Rourke, Lecturer & Director of Human Rights Law Clinic at Irish Centre for Human Rights & Editor of REDRESS: Ireland’s Institutions and Transitional Justice spoke to Pat on the show this morning. Listen and...

Duration:00:14:14

Ask The Expert: Dr Arthur Cummings of the Wellington Eye Centre

Our 'Ask The Expert' today was Dr Arthur Cummings, Wellington Eye Centre. Our Ask The Expert Slot is with thanks to Standard Life 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'.

Duration:00:11:57

Sweden moves one step closer to Nato membership

NATO could be adding Finland and Sweden to its ranks. To discuss this further Pat was joined on the show by Elina Valtonen, Finnish Member of Parliament and Stockholm-based journalist Philip O’Connor. 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'.

Duration:00:17:33

The property tax clampdown

With many undervaluing their property for property tax, revenue gets ready to serve punishments, more on this with Charlie Weston Personal Finance Editor of the Irish Independent and Richard Boyd Barrett People Before Profit TD for Dun Laoghaire. 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:...

Duration:00:14:12

Learner drivers are warned of a lower bar for a disqualification from the road