The Pat Kenny Show
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Sep 8, 2025 • 16min
Ask The Expert: Dr Arthur Cummings Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon
Traditionally, vision correction surgery has been seen as a permanent change, you do LASIK, PRK, or lens replacement, and that’s your new visual baseline. But more and more, people want to know they have an “exit strategy” if they’re not happy with the outcome. It’s not that they expect to be unhappy, in fact, outcomes are excellent, but the idea that there’s a safety net makes them more comfortable moving forward. Our expert today was Dr Arthur Cummings, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon and Medical Director at the Wellington Eye Clinic.
Sep 8, 2025 • 10min
Autumn breaks with Pól Ó Conghaile
Well, it didn’t take long for autumn to be in the air. Though summer is behind us, the changing season throws up some great travel opportunities too. Pól Ó Conghaile, Irish Independent travel editor, joined Pat Kenny to discuss.
Sep 8, 2025 • 16min
Trump prepares to meet European leaders to discuss the war in Ukraine
US President Donald Trump has said he hopes to get the war in Ukraine solved as European leaders come to meet him today and tomorrow. It comes after the largest aerial bombardment of Ukraine over the weekend. Terry Sheridan, Senior Director of News WSHU Public Radio brings us the latest along with a look at a threat of “war” on Chicago and a Senator having an oversight visit cancelled.
Sep 8, 2025 • 6min
What makes people trust mistrust and ultimately turn on one another?
Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist, joined Pat Kenny on the show to discuss trust and group dynamics in light of Traitors.
Sep 8, 2025 • 13min
Presidential hopefuls and more threats to Simon Harris
Pat Leahy, Political Editor of the Irish Times, joined Pat to discuss Presidential hopefuls asking for parties not to block their route to entering the election via the local authorities and the continued threats to Simon Harris.
Sep 8, 2025 • 22min
Canadian ambassador to Ireland
It was eight years ago since the EU and Canada signed a comprehensive economic trade agreement, otherwise known as CETA, however Ireland is yet to ratify this agreement. In a time when Donald Trump’s tariffs continue to bring uncertainty and upheaval to the global economy, resulting in countries seeking trade outside of the US. Tánaiste Simon Harris has secured cabinet approval for the drafting of legislation which will allow for the ratification of the CETA. Dennis King, Canadian ambassador to Ireland, joined Pat Kenny on the show to discuss.
Sep 8, 2025 • 12min
Biobanks - What they are and why they are key to disease research?
Have you ever heard of a biobank? Well, this morning, we find out exactly what a biobank is and why they form such an important part of disease research. Biobank Ireland is a trust dedicated to expanding a network of biobanks across Ireland with a specific focus on cancer research. Professor Seán Hynes, Professor in Pathology and Consultant Histopathologist at University Hospital Galway joined Pat Kenny on the show this morning.
Sep 8, 2025 • 5min
A review of the weekend's sporting action
Rory McIlroy wins his second Amgen Irish Open and Ireland fought back to claim a draw with Hungary in the World Cup qualifiers. Cathal Muulaney, Broadcaster with Off the Ball, joined Pat Kenny to look back at the weekend in sport.
Sep 8, 2025 • 24min
Minister James lawless on student accommodation and college costs
Today is the first day back at university for many students across the country. But many will have, and continue, to struggle to find accommodation for the year ahead and questions remain over what college fees will be set as in this year’s budget.James Lawless, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science joined Pat Kenny on the show.
Sep 5, 2025 • 13min
The latest news in US politics
President Trump is seeking a Nobel Peace Prize and he orders the Defence Department to be renamed the Department of War. To discuss this and more Pat spoke to Larry Donnelly Larry Donnelly Law Lecturer at the University of Galway and political columnist with The journal.
