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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Aug 28, 2024 • 8min
'On This Day' throughout history 28th August
We look back on the people, events and music in history on this day the 28th August.
Aug 28, 2024 • 13min
Seven years on from Bus Connects launch where are we now ?
As the schools return and the traffic is back, we get safety tips for drivers and good road habits for kids. Also 7 years on from Bus Connects we ask where are we now? All to discuss with Conor Faughnan Transport commentator and consultant for the Royal Irish Automobile Club.
Aug 27, 2024 • 47min
The Rewind with Henry McKean - 1994
We take a nostalgic look back to 1994. Britpop & Boyzone dominated the charts. Nelson Mandela became president of South Africa & USA 94’ brought joy!With Ray Houghton, Dave O’Callaghan, Bill Hughes & Bertie Ahern.
Aug 27, 2024 • 28min
Do we have a two tier health system here in Ireland?
The issues facing Ireland’s two-tier health system has never been more pressing. Pat was joined by Dr Michael McCarthy and Dr Domhnall McGlacken Byrne to discuss why we have inequitable healthcare.
Aug 27, 2024 • 10min
Officials concerned about adult asylum seekers claiming to be minors
Officials in the Department of Children have said in an internal briefing they are concerned about adult asylum seekers claiming to be minors. Pat was joined by Jack Power, Acting Europe Correspondent with the Irish Times, to discuss this story.
Aug 26, 2024 • 11min
Ask The Expert: On all things health insurance
Dermot Goode Health Insurance Expert at Lockton Company Totalhealthcover.Ie discusses the recent health insurance price hikes and what consumers need to watch out for.
Aug 26, 2024 • 8min
Major Changes to the flow of traffic in Dublin city centre are in effect!
Major changes to the flow of traffic in Dublin city centre came into effect from yesterday, our reporter Josh Crosbie road tested the route this morning/
Aug 26, 2024 • 15min
Who killed Una Lynskey? a new book by Mick Clifford
'Who killed Una Lynskey?' is the new book by Mick Clifford. Pat spoke to Mick about the case and what it meant for policing in Ireland at the time
Aug 26, 2024 • 11min
Has two-tier mortgage market developed in Ireland?
A two-tier mortgage market has developed in Ireland, according to mortgage experts doddl.ie. This means non-bank lenders are facing price hikes as the fixed-rate period ends.To find out more Pat spoke to Martina Hennessy Chief Executive of Doddl.ie.
Aug 26, 2024 • 8min
Swearing off relationships for good!
The women following Britney Spears’ lead and swearing off relationships for good. Stephanie Regan talks about how other women who vow to never get back into another romantic relationships with a man.
