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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May 8, 2025 • 7min
How to read clothing tags, what you should avoid on your labels
Jo Linehan shares how to read clothing tags, what you should avoid on your labels and what happens to items after they go into a textile recycling bin in a bid to reduce fast fashion.
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May 8, 2025 • 15min
Dermatology Q & A with Professor Caitriona Ryan
Professor Caitriona Ryan, Consultant Dermatologist with the Institute of Dermatology joined Pat on the show this morning to answer listeners questions and queries.
May 8, 2025 • 12min
A new report reveals cases of elder abuse have doubled in 5 years
The number of cases of elder abuse has more than doubled in the last 5 years. We get reaction to these figures with Seán Moynihan, CEO of Alone.
May 7, 2025 • 9min
Gardening stories:The lost Gardens of Heligan
In the hills above Mevagissey on the Cornish coast, where mist clings to the trees and time seems to linger in the hedgerows, there lies a garden that once disappeared from the world. Not just abandoned. Not merely overgrown. Lost. Forgotten by its owners, swallowed by ivy, bramble, and silence. It was not only the plants that vanished, but the lives of the people who had shaped them—names unspoken, stories untold. Diarmuid Gavin tells us the story of the lost Gardens of Heligan.All with thanks to Tirlán.
May 7, 2025 • 14min
The Many Murders of Michael Molloy
Set in the backdrop of New York City’s speakeasy scene of the 1930’s. The Many Murders of Michael Molloy covers the incredible true story of an Irishman who refused to die. The Author of this compelling and stranger-than-fiction story Simon Read joins us now.
May 7, 2025 • 13min
Motoring news with Conor Faughnan
Gardai are actively using a new piece of equipment to test e-bikes and e-scooters at the roadside. Conor Faughnan Transport Commentator tell us more.
May 7, 2025 • 9min
Inside Hollywood: Top villains in cinema
This week we go inside Hollywood with Lisa Cannon to look at the top villains in cinema that terrified audiences.
May 7, 2025 • 16min
Henry McKean reports live from St Peter' Square Rome
The Conclave starts to select a new Pope, after a Holy Mass this morning. Newstalk |Reporter Henry McKean is in Rome and he reported for us this morning live from St Peter's Square.
May 7, 2025 • 12min
The Irish Charity bringing vital rehabilitation equipment to Ukraine
Misneach is the Irish Charity bringing vital rehabilitation equipment to the wounded in Ukraine. Pat spoke to Andy Kenny – co-founder of Misneach about their vital work.
May 7, 2025 • 14min
Tony O’Brien has taken over as Chairperson of The Peter McVerry Trust
Former HSE Chief Executive Tony O’Brien has taken over as Chairperson of The Peter McVerry Trust. It follows a difficult period for the Trust which has been under increased oversight from regulators. Tony joined Pat this on the show this morning.
