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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Jul 8, 2025 • 14min
The advantages of holiday in Ireland
In 2024 Irish residents took nearly 17 million overnight trips within Ireland. Despite the high cost many are still taking a staycation. Henry McKean has been looking at the advantages of holiday in Ireland.
Jul 8, 2025 • 12min
What’s on the agenda for cabinet today?
Sean Defoe tells us what is on the agenda for cabinet today, if the Taoiseach really did switch his return flight from Japan to attend a match and if Mary-Lou is a likely candidate for the Aras!
Jul 8, 2025 • 5min
The rise of coffee culture in Ireland
Ireland is known for being a nation of tea drinkers but lately that has started to change. All across the country people are swapping their cup of tea for an oat flat white or a medium roasted americano. As coffee now reigns supreme as Ireland's favourite break-time beverage has the coffee culture in Ireland reached new heights.Joining Ivan this morning was Paige Banks, Co-founder of GuyCoffee in Blackrock.
Jul 8, 2025 • 13min
The deadline for Trump’s tariffs is extended once again
The deadline for Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariffs to come into effect has been extended once more, this time to 1st August. It means negotiations with the European Union can now continue for another three weeks. So how close are the pair to a deal? Koen Verhelst reports and analysis from Professor Ron Davies.
Jul 8, 2025 • 10min
Could allergies put you at a higher risk for asthma?
High pollen levels are a concern for people across the country this summer. Studies show that they trigger hay fever and allergies, putting people at higher risk for asthma. All to discuss with Ruth Morrow, Respiratory Nurse Specialist at The Asthma Society of Ireland.
Jul 8, 2025 • 19min
Are apartments really a solution for our housing crisis?
As the government plans to reduce minimum apartment size, we ask are apartments really a solution for our housing crisis? Ivan discusses this further with Orla Hegarty, Architect & Assistant Professor at UCD School of Architecture, Planning and Environmental Policy.
Jul 7, 2025 • 8min
Ask The Expert: On employment law
Julie Galbraith, Head of Employment at Eversheds Sutherland and Chair of the Employment Law Association of Ireland is our expert today. Julie give advice to our listeners employment law queries.
Jul 7, 2025 • 12min
Homeless and emergency accommodation costings
Homeless and emergency accommodation has cost the state over 360 million euro last year. One way to cut down on this spending is the suggestion that Councils purposely build or buy designated accommodation for the homeless. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie has been looking into the costs involved. He has also been meeting with those who have experienced these private homeless hostels.
Jul 7, 2025 • 8min
Search and rescue operations continue in Texas
Search and rescue operations continue after the devastating flash floods in the U.S. state of Texas have taken the lives of at least 80 people. We get the latest in the operations there with Terry Sheridan Senior Director of News, WSHU Public Radio.
Jul 7, 2025 • 13min
How to manage perfectionism
Clinical psychotherapist Stephanie Regan, an expert on perfectionism, sheds light on its complicated nature. She discusses how perfectionism can mask itself as high achievement yet leads to personal dissatisfaction. The conversation dives into the psychological roots underlying this behavior and its gender differences, illustrating how men and women experience perfectionism uniquely. Regan emphasizes the need for self-awareness and self-kindness to combat the anxiety and strain that perfectionism places on mental health and relationships.
