The Pat Kenny Show
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Oct 21, 2025 • 10min
How authoritarianism has risen across the world
How have authoritarian regimes risen around the world? Alexander Dukalskis from UCD looks at the rise of authoritarianism and how countries have put the internet and universities, things the west value as ways to spread democracy to use to enhance their regimes.
Oct 21, 2025 • 22min
Terry Prone on her memoir 'I'm Glad You Asked Me That'
Terry Prone is no stranger to the world of politics and media, in fact her first tv debut was just at the age of 13 years old. She has become a household name across media and politics in Ireland. In her latest memoir, Terry recounts her career working with different political parties and figures such as Charles Haughey and Garrett Fitzgerald.
Oct 21, 2025 • 12min
Should multibuy promotions for junk food be banned?
At the start of this month, ‘buy one get one free’ and other mulitbuy promotions for unhealthy food and drink have been banned in England to tackle obesity – and more specifically childhood obesity. Should we follow suit? To discuss Pat spoke to
Oct 21, 2025 • 15min
What now for the fragile peace in Gaza?
President Donald Trump has threatened Hamas with ‘eradication’ should his ceasefire deal collapse. Vice President JD Vance is also getting involved, heading to Israel to shore up Israeli support for the Gaza peace deal. Could this be the end of the fragile peace in Gaza?
Oct 21, 2025 • 13min
Is hydrogen power the future of energy?
Is hydrogen power the future of energy? If so, will Ireland benefit from increased hydrogen investment? Top international hydrogen investor Alicia Eastman believes Ireland could be an ideal location for the future of hydrogen power thanks to our export-led economy, strong demographics and specific energy needs. All to discuss with Alicia Eastman led investment and strategy in global developing markets for nearly 25 years.
Oct 21, 2025 • 9min
The Children's Health Foundation 25th Trick or Treat campaign
The Children's Health Foundation works to provide world-class facilities, research and compassionate care for every sick child in Ireland. This Halloween will mark the 25th Trick or Treat campaign, which aims to raise funds for their vital work.Pat was joined on the show by Emma Fratangelo, a healthcare play specialist with Children’s Health Ireland, to talk about the importance of this campaign and what you can do to help.
Oct 21, 2025 • 16min
The closing days of the presidential campaign!
It’s only a matter of days now until people head to the polling stations for the Presidential Election and tonight will see the final debate of the campaign. Pat was joined on the show to as we reach the final days by Fergus Finlay Political Columnist with the Irish Examiner and also Sean Defoe, Political Correspondent and Host of the Let Me Explain Podcast.
Oct 20, 2025 • 12min
Getting a good night sleep when clocks go back
The clocks go back this Sunday morning so what can you do help make the change for you and your kids easier? Here to help was our expert today Lucy Wolfe, Sleep Consultant
Oct 20, 2025 • 8min
Motoring news with Geraldine Herbert
Mercedes targets a 5-minute EV charge and repair costs are driving up insurance. All to discuss and more with Geraldine Herbert Motoring Editor at the Irish Independent.
Oct 20, 2025 • 8min
Prince Andrew forced into giving up his all of his royal titles
Prince Andrew has been forced into giving up his all of his royal titles as it has been revealed that he was allegedly set up with a second victim by Jeffrey Epstein. It has also come out that Sarah Ferguson, Andrew’s ex-wife, reportedly borrowed cash from Jeffrey Epstein and even celebrated his release. Joining Pat to discuss the key moments of the past few days is TRT World News Presenter Enda Brady
