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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Dec 17, 2024 • 10min
Unexplained drones spotted in the USA and Britain
There have been unexplained drones spotted in the United States and Britain. We find out next what these mysterious sightings could mean with Enda Brady London-based journalist, TV Presenter of TRT News.
Dec 17, 2024 • 21min
Michael O’Leary on getting people home with Holyhead closed
With Holyhead Port still closed, thousands of people will be looking for alternate routes home this Christmas. A remaining option is to fly home, but with the passenger cap at Dublin Airport, is there capacity and what will be the cost? Michael O’Leary Group CEO of Ryanair joined Pat to discuss further.
Dec 16, 2024 • 19min
Ask The Expert: On eye care
Dr. Arthur Cummings, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at The Wellington Clinic as he answers your questions on understanding which eye vision correction procedure is right for you in this week's 'Ask The Expert'.
Dec 16, 2024 • 11min
Travel destinations for the new year!
Have you got any holiday plans for the New Year? January is traditionally a time for travel planning and airlines have already announced several new routes from Ireland. Pól Ó Conghaile, Irish Independent Travel Editor, joined Pat with some great travel tips.All with thanks to Ryanair.
Dec 16, 2024 • 10min
Navigating Christmas conversations
Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist gives some great advice on how to navigate Christmas conversations with family and friends.
Dec 16, 2024 • 23min
Israeli Ambassador to Ireland Dana Erlich on the embassy closure
Israel has announced the closure of its embassy in Dublin owing to what it says is the extreme anti-Israel policies of the Irish government. Pat spoke Israeli Ambassador to Ireland Dana Erlich.
Dec 16, 2024 • 12min
What exactly is money, where does it come from, and can it run out?
Whether we like it or not, our world revolves around money, yet we rarely stop to think about it. What exactly is money, where does it come from, and can it run out? What is this force that drives trade, ignites revolutions, fuels discoveries and inspires art, philosophy, and science? We discuss all with David Mc Williams, Economist ,and author of “Money The Story of Humanity”.
Dec 16, 2024 • 23min
Actor Rupert Everett on his new book 'The American No'
Rupert Everett, award-winning actor, writer and director has released a new book called ‘The American No.’ The book is comprised of personal anecdotes with witty and fanciful collection of short stories that draws on the abundance of film and tv ideas Rupert Everett has curated over the duration of his career.Rupert spoke to Pat this morning on the show.
Dec 16, 2024 • 12min
Fears that Holyhead port will remain closed over Christmas
Travel expert, Eoghan Corry joins to discuss how Christmas presents may not be the only thing affected by storm Darragh and the damage to Holyhead port. As around 150, 000 passengers relying on Holyhead to Dublin route for Christmas have fears that the port will remain closed during the festive period.
Dec 13, 2024 • 18min
A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum
We take a look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Anton this morning was Neale Richmond TD, Fine Gael, Dublin-Rathdown, Minister of State with responsibility for Financial Services, Credit Unions and Insurance, Jennifer Whitmore TD, Social Democrats, Wicklow, Spokesperson for Climate, Environment and Biodiversity and Daniel McConnell, Editor of the Business Post.
