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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Sep 3, 2025 • 13min
All the motoring news with Conor Faughnan
The cost of Dublin city residential parking permits could rise more than threefold to €225. Also today marks the day that children between the age of 5-8 can now go for free on public transport. All this and more to discuss with Conor Faughnan Transport Consultant.
Sep 3, 2025 • 12min
The weapons presented at Chinese military parade
Robot wolves", laser weapons, nuclear ballistic missiles and giant water drones are just some of the weapons presented at Chinese military parade. This parade marks 80 years since China's victory over Japan in World War Two.Pat discusses this further with Sean Bell, Former fighter pilot, military analyst, and co-host of the red matrix podcast.
Sep 3, 2025 • 7min
Green Scene: How microbes influence the flavour of chocolate
Scientists have uncovered how microbes influence the flavour of chocolate, paving the way for new and novelty flavours in future. Also we hear how sharks, the ocean’s top predators, may lose both their bite and their sleek armour as seas grow more acidic. All to chat with Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Research for Society For Research Ireland All with thanks to Repak.
Sep 3, 2025 • 21min
How the EU-Mercosur Free Trade Agreement could effect Irish farmers?
The European commission will adopt a proposal to ratify the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement. The Irish government is opposed to the agreement and will not support it unless there are assurances to protect Irish farmers and food standards. The IFA said the deal could 'decimate' the Irish beef and poultry sector. Pat discusses this further with Francie Gorman the IFA President and Jack Power, Europe Correspondent for The Irish Times.
Sep 2, 2025 • 10min
A third of secondary school children have engaged with AI chatbots
More than a quarter of primary school children and over a third of secondary school children have engaged with AI chatbots, according to figures published today in CyberSafeKids’ annual Trends and Usage Report. Pat discusses these findings with Jess along with a review of the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL.
Sep 2, 2025 • 9min
Could Nigel Farage plans upset the Good Friday Agreement?
As immigration is one of the biggest issues engulfing UK politics. The Reform UK Leader Nigel Farage is hellbent on stopping the small boats and illegal immigration entering the UK. We ask will this plan upset the Good Friday Agreement? All to discuss with Colum Eastwood, MP for Foyle and Former SDLP Leader.
Sep 2, 2025 • 22min
Who is Gavin Newsom ?
Who is Gavin Newsom and is he the new darling of the Democrats? To discuss further Pat was joined on the show by Brett Bruen, President of the Global Situation Room and Former Director of Global Engagement at the White House during the Obama Administration.
Sep 2, 2025 • 7min
Secretaries and caretakers continue to strike
Secretaries and caretakers continue to strike over public service pensions and other entitlements. Is there any resolution in sight? Pat discusses this and more with Andy Pike, Head of Education at FOSRA.
Sep 2, 2025 • 14min
How can we prevent electoral disinformation?
There are growing concerns as powers preventing electoral disinformation are unlikely to be implemented by the presidential election. Stephen McDermott, Editor of FactCheck with TheJournal.ie and also Ciaran O’Connor, Institute for Strategic Dialogue Senior Analyst.
Sep 2, 2025 • 14min
Gardaí continue their search of a child who they suspect is dead
Gardaí are investigating the disappearance of a child who they suspect is dead. The boy has not been seen for at least three years. This morning Gardaí are searching an area of open ground in Donabate. Our reporter Stephanie Rohan, Newstalk Reporteris at the scene. Also talking to Pat was Tanya Ward, CEO of Children’s Right Alliance.
