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'.
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Sep 6, 2024 • 12min
Turning a life around after drug addiction
We speak to a former heroin addict about turning his life around. Speaking to Ivan this morning was Dr Brian Pennie, Neuroscientist and doctor.
Sep 6, 2024 • 8min
Massive drop in farm incomes last year
There has been a Massive drop in farm incomes last year as dairy and cereals hit hardest. We discuss this with Pat O’Toole, Political Correspondent for the Farmers Journal about the impact.
Sep 6, 2024 • 14min
Ivan and Matt on all things politics!
What will the next Dail compromise of and the US Presidential elections are in the offing. Matt Cooper, presenter of The Last Word and co-host of Path to Power will join Ivan to preview some significant political events.
Sep 6, 2024 • 7min
There are calls for increased enforcement for bike theft
There are calls for increased enforcement for bike theft after it was revealed that over 25 thousand bikes have been stolen in the last five years. We discuss issue with Janet Horner Green Party Councillor for Dublin’s North Inner City.
Sep 6, 2024 • 6min
Friday Food with Gareth Mullins
Gareth Mullins joined us this morning to talk us through Meatballs with parmesan and oregano, fresh tomato sauce recipe.
Sep 6, 2024 • 18min
50th anniversary of the pardon of President Richard Nixon.
This Sunday marks the 50th anniversary of the pardon of President Richard Nixon. Will the whole notion of executive clemency be on the agenda if Donald Trump, a convicted felon, regains the White House. Simon Tierney Newstalk Reporter and Presenter looks back on this time in history.
Sep 5, 2024 • 11min
The line between a dream wedding and a nightmare for guests
We get the latest on where is the line between a dream wedding and a nightmare for guests with Sara Kennedy Editor and Irish Wedding Blogger.
Sep 5, 2024 • 6min
Some things to do this weekend!
On a date, flying solo or out with the family. We hear some top tips for what to get up to if you are out and about over the weekend with Éadaoin Fitzmaurice Travel and Food content creator.
Sep 5, 2024 • 18min
Disinformation slot with David Robert Grimes
The big issue of how celebrity endorsement affects people especially when they spread misinformation. Anton discusses this with David Robert Grimes, Author and Disinformation expert.
Sep 5, 2024 • 7min
How did the Paralympic Movement start?
How did the Paralympic Movement start? And who were the first Irish paralympic heroes? Cameron Hill from Off The Ball joins us to talk through.
