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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Jan 10, 2025 • 12min
New broadcasting ban on the advertising of alcohol
From today, there will be a broadcasting ban for tv and radio on the advertising of alcohol. Dr Sheila Gilheany, Ceo of Alcohol Action Ireland joins as her organsiation welcomes the measure. Dr Sheila what exactly this measure means, and the positive impact it hopes to have.
Jan 10, 2025 • 18min
Sinéad Burke discusses her business and plans for 2025
Sinéad Burke, advocate and CEO will discuss growing up in Ireland with a disability, her business and the plans for 2025, tackling systemic issues that need to be addressed in relation to disability in Ireland and her new home.
Jan 10, 2025 • 13min
What’s behind the spike in exam cheating?
The number of students caught cheating in 2024 State exams was more than double that of 2023 but what’s behind the spike in cheating and what happens to those caught in the act? Newstalk’s Sarah Madden found out.
Jan 10, 2025 • 6min
How has the cold snap impacted hospitality industry?
As the cold weather continues and people are advised to stay indoors, the hospitality industry says they have taken a hit with restaurants facing mass cancellations. To discuss further Pat was joined on the show by Adrian Cummins, CEO, Restaurants Association of Ireland.
Jan 10, 2025 • 8min
Wildfires continue to burn across Los Angeles
Over 10,000 structures are likely to be destroyed and at least ten people have been killed as five wildfires continue to burn across Los Angeles. We get the latest on this and more USA news with J.D. Capelouto, Lead Writer of Semafor’s Flagship Newsletter.
Jan 10, 2025 • 7min
A look ahead to the weekend of sport!
Colm Boohig of Off the Ball discusses the weekend sport as the Champions Cup is back. Leinster will travel to France for a pivotal match against their rivals la Rochelle. Connacht hosts Lyon, but without Mack Hansen, as he has been banned for three games, over comments he made following Connacht's defeat to Leinster in the URC in December.
Jan 10, 2025 • 10min
How will new visa rules affect NI tourism?
There is concern for Northern Ireland tourism as the UK has introduced Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for all visitors from countries outside of Europe. Sorcha Eastwood MP joins us to discuss the impact.
Jan 10, 2025 • 5min
Friday food with Gareth Mullins!
Gareth Mullins brings us a fantastic flavour packed recipe that is comforting and easy on the pocket, dahl with Naan breads.
Jan 10, 2025 • 16min
Should people just opt to work from home when sick?
With a spike of flu cases across the country, is it time to increase paid sick leave. But in a time where remote working has become the norm, should people just opt to work from home. We discuss with Brenda Power, Columnist for Sunday Times and Irish Daily Mail and also Dr Laura Bambrick, Head of Social Policy and Employment Affairs at the Irish Congress of Trade Unions.
Jan 9, 2025 • 7min
Boxed With John Fardy
John Fardy reviews explosive Netflix show that documents controversial 90’s presenter Jerry Springer: Fights, Camera, Action in this weeks 'Boxed'.
