The Pat Kenny Show
Newstalk
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'.
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Jun 9, 2025 • 11min
Ask The Expert: On financially preparing before you pass away
Financially preparing for death can be made easier than you think. There are seven steps that you should take so you don’t leave your family or loved ones with a big inheritance tax. Leah McMahon Financial Planner at Castle Capital is our expert today and she explained all for our listeners.All with thanks to Hidden Hearing.
Jun 9, 2025 • 9min
How to behave when your friendship sours!
Busting up with your buddy. How to behave when your friendship sours. Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist give us advice on dealing with the break up of a friendship.
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Jun 9, 2025 • 9min
How do people skills stand out in this AI driven jobs market
Gen Z and Gen Alpha are using AI to create their CVs and cover letters and it’s blatantly obvious. We ask how do people skills stand out in this AI driven jobs market. Joining Pat to discuss was Avril Clare, Managing Director of Avril Clare Recruiters Limited and Columnist with the Business Post.
Jun 9, 2025 • 9min
Travel with Pól Ó Conghaile: Group tours are on the rise
Group tours are on the rise. They suit all kinds of travellers, from solos, young people and the more mature who want convenience and free time. Pól Ó Conghaile, Travel Editor with The Irish Independent brings so tips and suggestions for the perfect group tour.All with thanks to Ryanair.
Jun 9, 2025 • 22min
National Guard deployed amidst LA protests
National Guard deployed amidst LA protests and the breakup saga of Musk and Trump continues. All to discuss with Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Training, Communications Clinic and Gina London, Leadership Communications expert and columnist with The Sunday Independent.
Jun 9, 2025 • 14min
How can we make the city of Dublin cleaner?
Its been six months since the new Dublin City Council rules involving waste management in Dublin city were implemented but bin bags are still causing an issue throughout the city. Businesses have voiced concern over the opening of rubbish bags throughout the city. As Dublin is set to enter its busiest time with tourists, how can we make the city cleaner?Pat asked Richard Guiney, CEO of Dublin Town and also Paul Gallagher, CEO of IHF and former Manager of Buswells.
Jun 9, 2025 • 19min
Israeli forces have seized the Madleen Flotilla
Israeli forces have seized the Madleen Flotilla carrying activists and a small quantity of humanitarian aid. We discuss this and more with Fawaz Gerges, Professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science.
Jun 9, 2025 • 12min
New York Times bestselling author Linwood Barkley
To escape her haunting past and start anew, a children’s author moves to a small town with her son. But when a seemingly innocent toy train and the recent loss of her husband begin to blur the lines between reality and illusion, her mind starts to unravel, leading her on a journey where memory, grief, and the supernatural collide New York Times bestselling author Linwood Barkley joined Pat on the show to chat about his new book,' Whistle'.
Jun 6, 2025 • 23min
Friday Forum
Joe Neville, Fine Gael TD for Kildare North, Sinead Gibney, Social Democrats TD, and Tabitha Monahan, Political Reporter with the Irish Independent, join Anton Savage to debate the major stories of the week.From the CHI report being sent to Gardaí and Ireland’s stalled housing targets, to aid access in Gaza, climate warnings from the EPA, and the political fallout from Liam Cunningham’s remarks ahead of the Gaza flotilla’s arrival.Listen here.
Jun 6, 2025 • 7min
Seasonal Recipes
Summer green risotto and vietnamese summer rolls. How to use season veggies to make something spectacular with Erica Drum, Chef and author.Listen here.
