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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Oct 15, 2024 • 7min
EU Commission accused of watering down reports on democracy
European Commission faces criticism for overly positive reports of democracy standards. We get the latest from Correspondent Jack Parrock.
Oct 15, 2024 • 8min
Male bowerbirds are amazing sound engineers
On this week's Green Scene Dr Ruth Freeman tells us how male bowerbirds are amazing sound engineers and we discuss a new report says that urgent action is needed as the Earth’s worsening vital signs indicate a "critical and unpredictable new phase of the climate crisis". All with thanks to AIB Ireland.
Oct 15, 2024 • 12min
‘Can I have your Charm bracelet when you Die?’
Sheila Hamilton, author of ‘Can I have your Charm bracelet when you Die?’, but also barrister, singer, actress and comedian, joined Pat in studio to chat about her new memoir, her first book.
Oct 15, 2024 • 12min
The controversies shaking Sinn Féin
We dive into the latest controversies shaking Sinn Féin and what’s next for the party’s leadership with Fionnan Sheahan Ireland Edito rat the Irish independent.
Oct 14, 2024 • 7min
Is keeping in touch with your ex acceptable?
The level of contact with you and your ex and what’s healthy and acceptable. Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist discusses with Pat.
Oct 14, 2024 • 14min
Ask The Expert: On eye health
Dr Arthur Cummings, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at the Wellington Eye Clinic was our expert today and gave advice to our listeners on all things eye health.
Oct 14, 2024 • 9min
Travel with Pól: Lake Como
Lake Como has been Italy’s ‘luxury lake’ for centuries but has shot to new heights thanks to the Clooney effect. Pól Ó Conghaile, Irish independent Travel Editor, is just back and he gave us his top tips when visiting this stunning location.All with thanks to Ryanair.
Oct 14, 2024 • 9min
Paris Motor Show kicks into gear
Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor of Sunday Independent brought us the sights and sounds from this year's Paris Motor Show in Paris.
Oct 14, 2024 • 16min
New 3D images detail from Ernest Shackleton's 'Endurance'
A new 3d scan has revealed previously unseen details of the wreck of explorer Ernest Shackleton's Endurance, using high resolution images, was captured when the ship was found in 2022. To discuss the story of the 'Endurance' and the new findings was Jonathan Shackleton, second cousin of Ernest Shackleton and also Esther Addley, Senior News Writer at The Guardian.
Oct 14, 2024 • 17min
Unifil forces to remain in place in southern Lebanon
With deadly attacks on both sides and tensions mounting across the Middle East, we explore the risks of an all-out regional conflict. Speaking to Pat this morning was Fawaz Gerges, Professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science and also Declan Power,a Defence and Security Expert.
