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'.
Episodes
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Nov 19, 2024 • 10min
Why are over 30,000 teachers are protesting today?
Second level teachers are protesting outside their schools at lunchtime today, calling for delays to the new Leaving Cert overhaul. We discuss further with Humphrey Jones, Chairperson of The Irish Science Teachers Association (ISTA).
Nov 19, 2024 • 9min
What should we expect from the G20 Summit?
With all eyes on the General Election, attention may not be focused on the G20 Summit occurring in Brazil yesterday and today. Joining Pat to discuss the importance of the summit and what to expect is Scott Lucas, a Professor and Political Analyst at the Clinton Institute in University College Dublin.
Nov 19, 2024 • 8min
Gardaí publish photos of 100 Dublin riots suspects
As the year anniversary of the Dublin Riots nears, Gardaí are taking the unprecedented step to release photos of rioters to the public to identify the suspects. We discuss this move with former Detective Inspector and Senior Investigating Officer, and author Pat Marry.
Nov 19, 2024 • 21min
Leaders debate how did the everyone fare?
The first debate of the election campaign featured ten leaders and lasted over two hours. But how did everyone fare? We review the debate with Ireland editor at the Irish independent Fionnan Sheehan and Political Correspondent with the Irish Times Jennifer Bray.
Nov 18, 2024 • 13min
Ask The Expert: Food intolerance
Food intolerance is often misunderstood and many people can get confused about what foods they should avoid. To explain all Pat was joined by our expert today Sarah Keogh, Dietitian and founder of Eatwell.
Nov 18, 2024 • 16min
Do general election manifesto ever deliver?
Do general election manifesto ever deliver? Our reporter Barry Whyte looks back at Fine Gael and Fianna fail 2020 general election manifestos.
Nov 18, 2024 • 12min
Henry McKean reports on drone flights delivering takeaways in West Dublin
Residents in West Dublin are concerned by the rise of drone flights over their homes, delivering takeaways to some of the 150,000 people living in the Dublin15 area. Manna, an Irish drone delivery service, has been flying in Blanchardstown since June. Residents are worried about the noise and privacy. Manna say they are listening to their concerns and take privacy seriously. Henry McKean sent this report.
Nov 18, 2024 • 10min
Travel with Pól: Best Christmas markets
Christmas is just over five weeks away, and the scents of mulled wine and roast chestnuts are about to take over cities all over Europe. Irish Independent Travel Editor, Pól Ó Conghaile, is here to talk Christmas markets.All with thanks to Ryanair.
Nov 18, 2024 • 22min
Green Party leader Roderic O'Gorman
After five years in Government, the Green Party are looking for five more. Their leader, Roderic O’Gorman joins us in studio to take us through their pitch for government.
Nov 18, 2024 • 10min
Is the ‘free HRT scheme really free?
Is the ‘Free HRT scheme really free? Pat discusses this with Sheena Mitchell, Pharmacist, Health Advocate, and host of ‘A WonderCare Podcast’.
