The Pat Kenny Show

Few people are as attuned to nature as ornithologist Sean Ronayne. From a childhood spent in Cork’s woodlands to a groundbreaking project documenting Ireland’s birdsong, Sean’s life has been one of deep connection to the natural world. Sean joined Pat in studio this morning to chat about his life and his new book 'Nature Boy: A Memoir of Birdsong and Belonging'.

Crime in Dublin city centre, Family Courts bill, UAE treaties and an announcement on immigration. Crime in Dublin city centre, Family Courts bill, UAE treaties and an announcement on immigration, Helen McEntee, Minister for Justice, joins us in studio.

The election of President Trump is a Brexit scale challenge for Ireland according to Dan O’Brien Chief Economist at the Institute of International and European affairs.

The Happy Pear turn 20! David and Stephen Flynn join us with stories and lessons from their 20 years in operations and advocating for a fresh, vegetable based diet.

On Inside Hollywood we take a look at Actors that have achieved remarkable success without any formal training. All to chat about with Lisa Cannon, Podcaster and Cultural Commentator.

The latest as results continue to come in from the US and what will it mean for Ireland? Pat discusses this with J.D. Capelouto, Breaking News Reporter, Semafor and also Lorcan Nyhan, Columnist with Sunday Independent and Head of Training at The Communications Clinic.

Why lenders refuse mortgages, and how to avoid having a mortgage application refused. For advice on securing your mortgage Pat was joined on the show by Margaret Barrett, Managing Director at Mortgage Navigators, an experienced mortgage broker and Qualified Financial Advisor.

Each nightfall, billions of tiny marine creatures migrate to the ocean's surface, feasting on algae and leaving carbon-laden waste that drifts to the ocean floor. This ritual is just one example of nature’s ability to pull carbon out of the atmosphere, a critical process that helps stabilize Earth’s climate. We discuss this further with Dr. Ruth Freeman Director, Research Ireland.

Following the election of Donald Trump to the US Presidency. We go stateside to Terry Sheridan, Senior Director of News, WSHU Public Radio on the latest events. Also speaking to Pat was Fawaz Gerges Professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science about the potential fallout from the result.

This week on our commuter slot with Transport Consultant  Conor Faughnan. We discuss new roadside cameras which will detect dangerous and distracted driving are to be rolled out in a major safety initiative by the Government. Also we hear about the new 'green flash' plates announced for zero emissions vehicles. 

Donald Trump has declared victory in the US Election. We get the latest on the ground in the states. First from Barry Whyte, Newstalk’s Chief Reporter in California and then Josh Crosbie, Newstalk’s Reporter in Florida. We US Election 2024 results analysis from Larry Donnelly Law Lecturer at University of Galway and Columnist with The Journal.

This week Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly takes a look at how Meta will verify the age of teen users.

As America votes we get analysis of what comes next from Larry Donnelly Law Lecturer at University of Galway and Columnist with The Journal. Also we go live to New York with Kieran Cuddihy, Presenter of The Hard Shoulder.

After months of campaigning, election day has finally arrived in the US. America will today decide who to elect as their next president – Donald Trump or Kamala Harris. We check in with our reporters in the US first with Barry Whyte, Newstalk’s Chief Reporter in California and also Josh Crosbie, Newstalk’s Reporter in Florida.

Why do some people need to know how it ends? Or do movie and TV spoilers ruin it for everyone? Newstalk's own Sue Murphy joins Pat to discuss.

Difficulties with aid getting through and a Presidential candidate who is pro-Russian. What will the US election mean for wars in the Middle East and Ukraine? We discuss this with David Dunn, Professor of International Politics at University of Birmingham.

The Dail returns today but only for a few days as it’s expected this week will reveal the date of the General Election. Sean Defoe Political Correspondent for Bauer Media Ireland talks us through the business the Dail term has to get through.

The Dublin Airport passenger cap has been in and amongst the news over the last few months with calls to remove or retain it sparking public interest. Joining Pat this morning was Kenny Jacobs, the Chief Executive of the DAA to discuss the cap.

For many people, a safari is a bucket list holiday. But what do these epic African adventures actually involve, and how can you get the best bang for your buck? Pól Ó Conghaile has just returned from Kenya’s Maasai Mara and has has brought us some great tips. All with thanks to Ryanair.

Ultra-processed foods, what are they and what are the nutritional and environmental impact? Dietician Orla Walsh explains and talks us through the best ways to reduce them from our diet.

It’s one day to the US Presidential election. Both candidates have been making their final pitch to voters over the weekend and with the latest Terry Sheridan of WSHU Public Radio ahead of the big voting day.

One day left until the US election, our reporter Josh Crosbie is in Florida and spoke to some people about their voting plans and their feelings on the issue of women's rights. 

Sinn Feins PR problem continues, PAC put pressure on the children's hospital organisations and Michael Martin denies being tetchy. Fionnan Sheahan Ireland Editor for the Irish Independent updates us on all the latest political news.

Shelbourne emerge triumphant in a dramatic finish to the League of Ireland season while Manchester City ended their dominant winning streak against Bournemouth. Colm Boohig from Off The Ball looked back on the busy weekend of sport.

Author, avid Irish language enthusiast, and broadcaster for RTE John Creedon joined Pat on the show this morning to chat about his new book ‘This Boy’s heart’  about life in Cork during the 1960s.