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 2, 2025 • 10min
The latest on the war in the Middle East
Palestinian officials say an Israeli airstrike has killed 10 people in Gaza. Meanwhile, will Trump’s presidency change the direction of the outcomes from the conflict in Ukraine? CEO of Henderson Risk Limited Duncan Bullivant joined Ivan to discuss.
Jan 2, 2025 • 9min
Sustainably disposing of unwanted Christmas gifts and packaging!
You’re likely to have accumulated lots of gifts and packaging over Christmas. But what do you do with those things that don’t quite fit in? Jo Linehan Editor of the Climate Supplement at the Sunday Times Ireland has advice on how to sustainably dispose of items you may not want.
Jan 2, 2025 • 13min
A healthy you in 2025!
It’s that time of the year when we might be suffering with a slight sniffle or tickly throat. Or maybe you’re deciding that 2025 is the year you wish to prioritise your overall mind, body and health. We are joined by Illona Duffy G.P to receive doctor’s orders.
Jan 2, 2025 • 20min
Are we close to having a new Government in place?
Talks on government formation broke before the Christmas. So when will we see a new Government in place? To discuss with Ivan was Neale Richmond, Minister of State with responsibility for Financial Services, Credit Unions and Insurance, Fine Gael TD for Dublin-Rathdown.
Jan 1, 2025 • 1h 23min
Henry's Happy New Year
Ring in the New Year with Henry McKean and special guests!
Dec 25, 2024 • 1h 17min
Henry's Christmas Cracker
Henry's Christmas Cracker is a 2-hour special with special guests celebrating the festive season! Presented by Henry McKean.
Dec 20, 2024 • 15min
Hospital beds being emptied to cope with the spike in influenza hospitalisations
Questions arise as hospital beds in the next few weeks are being emptied, and surgeries are being cancelled, to accommodate the 900 patients who are expected to be admitted with influenza. Joining Pat was Dr Colm Henry, Chief Clinical Officer, Health Service Executive.
Dec 20, 2024 • 21min
Friday forum: Holyhead, Recommencement of 34th Dail, Ceann Comhairle
Joining Pat for this weeks Friday forum was: Catherine Ardagh TD, Fianna Fáil, Dublin South-CentralEoin Ó Broin TD, Sinn Féin, Dublin Mid-West, Spokesperson on Housing, Local Government and Heritage Philip Ryan, Political Editor, Irish Independent
Dec 20, 2024 • 14min
Need your christmas parcels on time? find out how an post is making it happen this holiday season!
Anna McHugh, Head of Communications with An Post joined Pat to talk all things an post.
Dec 20, 2024 • 14min
Looking after your gut over Christmas indulgence – when you need to worry
As the festive season fills our plates, how can you care for your gut while enjoying the indulgences? and how can you distinguish between cramps and pains related to Christmas excess from more serious conditions? Deirdre O’Donovan - Consultant Gastroenterologist joined Pat with the answers.
