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 6, 2025 • 14min
Derek Mahon completes the seven summits!
The Seven Summits are the seven highest peaks across each of the seven continents. Derek Mahon spoke to us in December about his imminent climb of Mount Vinson in Antarctica, his seventh of the seven summits to make him the fifteenth, and oldest, Irishman to complete the feat. He joins us with his final success under his belt.
Jan 6, 2025 • 27min
Four years ago rioters ransack the US Capitol
Today marks the fourth anniversary of January 6th. The day that saw rioters ransack the Us Capitol with the aim of stopping the certification of Joe Biden's election. To discuss the significance this event had, and still has within US political culture, especially as Donald Trump is set to re-enter the White House later this month, is Professor and Political Analyst, Clinton Institute, University College Dublin Scott Lucas.
Jan 6, 2025 • 8min
A look back on the weekend of sport!
Liverpool draw with Man U and a surprising win at the Sentry. Colm Boohig from Off The Ball on all the weekend sports.
Jan 6, 2025 • 11min
Today, we celebrate Nollaig na mBan
Today, we celebrate Nollaig na mBan, or Women’s Little Christmas - a cherished tradition honouring Irish women for their tireless efforts during the festive season. January 6th remains a celebration of women and, for many, the mark of a new year.Pat was joined on the show this morning by Juli Ní Mhaoileóin, The Dingle Druid.
Jan 6, 2025 • 11min
A status yellow weather warning remains in place for the entire country
A status yellow weather warning remains in place for the entire country for low temperatures with temperatures struggling to get above freezing in parts of the country today. We get the latest from Ralph Riegel, Southern Correspondent for Irish Independent and Graeme McQueen from the DAA.
Jan 3, 2025 • 12min
Henry’s Happy New Year: Lorraine Whelan
As part of Henry's Happy New Year. Henry McKean spoke to Special Olympics Ireland about the upcoming Turin Winter Games. With Lorraine Whelan, Team Ireland Alpine Skier.
Jan 3, 2025 • 11min
How to find love in 2025!
We speak to dating specialist and matchmaker, Mairead Loughman to get all the tips on how to find love in 2025.
Jan 3, 2025 • 21min
Friday Forum look ahead to 2025
Daniel McConnell and Gabija Gataveckaite will take us through this week’s top stories while looking ahead to 2025. The new year is expected to bring a focus on government formation and a presidential election. Meanwhile, the past week has witnessed devastating attacks across the US.
Jan 3, 2025 • 9min
Less than 0.1% of Ireland's ancient forests remains
Less than 0.1% of Ireland's ancient forests remains and rather than solely the human impact, although that has had an influence, overgrazing may have been the forests death nail. That’s according to Eoghan Dalton, Farmer, Rewidler and Author of new book, ‘The Magic Of An Irish Rainforest: A Visual Journey’.
Jan 3, 2025 • 7min
Friday Food with Gary O'Hanlon
Executive Chef at the K Club Gary O’Hanlon talks us through Oven Roasted Sweet Potato and Ginger Soup with Guinness Bread.
