The Pat Kenny Show
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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.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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Jan 16, 2025 • 15min
Gaza Ceasefire deal has finally been reached between Israel and Hamas
After fifteen months of war, a Gaza Ceasefire deal has finally been reached between Israel and Hamas. This ground-breaking deal could see a halt in fighting and the release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners. We get the latest on this with Fawaz Gerges, Professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science.
Jan 16, 2025 • 17min
Tips to improve your skincare routine!
Consultant Dermatologist with the Institute of Dermatology Professor Caitriona Ryan answers all listeners questions for everything dermatology related.
Jan 16, 2025 • 10min
Lawyers for Nikita Hand will seek a High Court injunction with regard to cctv footage
Today, lawyers for Nikita Hand will seek a High Court injunction to stop the release of CCTV footage. Courts Correspondent Frank Greaney previews the case ahead of court proceedings.
Jan 15, 2025 • 9min
The story behind Jeff Koons’ garden sculpture
Award winning Garden designer Diarmuid Gavin on the 43ft vertical garden in the shape of a puppy in Spain.
Jan 15, 2025 • 23min
Minister Stephen Donnelly reflects upon his ten year career
Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly, joins us next to discuss the latest health news, from the government calling for the HSE to shift staff working patterns, to the delayed HRT rollout, as he reflects upon his ten-year career.
Jan 15, 2025 • 13min
Who has returned or refused Oscars and other awards?
The practice of returning or refusing major awards, such as the Oscar, Golden Globe, or Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Award, is rare and typically occurs under extraordinary circumstances. Some individuals have returned their awards in protest or as a personal or political statement, while others have been forced to return awards due to controversies or issues related to their conduct. Lisa Canon brings us more on Inside Hollywood.
Jan 15, 2025 • 12min
Former Danish Foreign Minister concerns with Trump’s plans to buy Greenland
Danish officials fear Trump is much more serious about acquiring Greenland than in first term. The concerns come after Trump warned he has not ruled out military invasion of Greenland if necessary.
Jan 15, 2025 • 27min
The continuing issue of violence against women in Ireland
2024 saw a number of high profile criminal and civil cases that all had one thing in common: the victim was a woman. We may have had an increase in media attention with a number of victims in cases waiving their rights to anonymity throughout the past year, but the fact of the matter is the issue of violence against women remains a significantly prevalent problem in Ireland. To discuss what can be done about this we are joined by Sarah Benson, CEO of Women’s Aid and Frank Greaney, our Courts Correspondent.
Jan 15, 2025 • 8min
Does Veganuary put people off meat for life?
Does Veganuary put people off meat for life and the running abilities of modern humans, and how we compare to our ancestors? All up for discussion on this week's 'Green Scene' with Dr Ruth Freeman, Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland.All with thanks to AIB Ireland.
Jan 15, 2025 • 6min
The waiting times for a driving test
In this week’s Commuter Slot, Transport Consultant Conor Faughnan looks at the waiting times for a driving test with nearly 70,000 registered and how to stop a hit and run.
