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'.
Episodes
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Oct 24, 2024 • 10min
Road toll prices to increase in 2025!
Rolls and insurance premiums on the rise! Tolls to increase for M50, national roads and Dublin Tunnel from January 1 Geraldine Herbert Sunday Independent Motoring Editor joined Pat with more on this.
Oct 23, 2024 • 10min
Flumonia explained with Sheena Mitchell
Pat was joined by Sheena Mitchell, pharmacist, health advocate, and host of the WonderCare podcast, to discuss the rise of “Flumonia,” a term coined in Australia after a prolonged flu season saw many people contracting back-to-back infections and a rise in pneumonia cases.
Oct 23, 2024 • 13min
Inside Hollywood: Halloween franchises
Pat was joined by podcaster and cultural commentator Lisa Cannon for a special Inside Hollywood segment on Halloween movie franchises. From the iconic Ghostbusters to the endless sequels of popular horror franchises, Lisa explored the enduring appeal of these spooky films and why audiences keep coming back for more, year after year.
Oct 23, 2024 • 11min
'The Rory’s Stories Guide to Parenting'
Pat was joined by comedian, motivational speaker, and author Rory O’Connor to discuss his new book, The Rory’s Stories Guide to Parenting. With his signature humor, Rory delves into the highs and lows of parenting, offering relatable stories and insights for parents everywhere. From sleepless nights to stepping on Lego, Rory’s take on parenting is both hilarious and heartwarming.
Oct 23, 2024 • 10min
Kyran Durnin: the latest on the Dundalk house search
Pat was joined by Newstalk’s Chief Reporter, Barry Whyte, for the latest updates on the ongoing search of a house in Dundalk, which was the former family home of Kyran Durnin. Barry, who has been following this investigation closely, provided details on the areas being searched and explained how this significant development came about yesterday.
Oct 23, 2024 • 10min
Report: Are we being priced out of sports, arts and culture?
As costs soar, many fans are finding themselves priced out of the experiences they love. Newstalk Reporter, Josh Crosbie spoke with both event producers and fans to get a sense of how rising prices are affecting attendance and the future of live events.
Oct 23, 2024 • 13min
Russia’s election meddling
Pat was joined by Shashank Joshi, Defence Editor at The Economist, to discuss Russia’s interference in the elections of Moldova and Georgia.
Oct 23, 2024 • 7min
Green Scene: how jet trails impact our climate
Pat was joined by Dr. Ruth Freeman, Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland, for this week’s Green Scene. They discussed the alarming decline in wildlife populations and explored the surprising role jet trails play in both climate warming and cooling.
Oct 23, 2024 • 11min
Assisted dying vote and Mary Lou's apology
Pat was joined by Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor at the Irish Independent, to discuss two major political stories. The Dáil is set to vote this evening on the committee report into the legalisation of assisted dying in certain circumstances, a highly debated issue. Meanwhile, Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald has issued an apology in the Dáil to a teenager who received inappropriate texts from a former senator.
Oct 23, 2024 • 9min
Luas to Finglas: what the 2031 extension means for commuters
Pat was joined by transport commentator Conor Faughnan to discuss how the cabinet has given the green light to extend the Luas line to Finglas by 2031.
