The Pat Kenny Show

Kate Winslet for Titanic and Robert De Niro for the Godfather! We take a look at the best Hollywood auditions with Lisa Cannon movie and entertainment correspondent.

For our Commuter Slot this week, from public transport services to EV packages. We take a look at the best of the budget for commuters with Conor Faughnan, Transport Commentator and Consultant to the RIAC.

Iran launched a massive missile attack on Israel last night. Israel have vowed to retaliate, and the US said they will help defend their ally, Israel. Duncan Bullivant joined Pat on the show this morning to discuss the impact Iran’s involvement and US’ alliance will have on the Middle East conflict.

Author David Hare joins to talk us through his new children's book ‘The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Irish Lighthouses.’

Tánaiste Michael Martin joined Pat in studio this morning with his reaction to the Government’s giveaway budget.

Today on the show Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly reviews the new Google Pixel Watch.

Dublin Airport’s passenger capwhat is it, how does it work, and why could it send ticket prices soaring? All explained with Paul Hackett – Director and VP of Irish Travel Association.

It is now illegal to buy, breed or import xl bully dogs. The minister for rural and community development Heather Humphreys signed the legislation to ban the dogs last week, which was motivated by a number of serious attacks in recent months.  Bella Finn from our newsroom has been looking into the ban and what it entails.

When you think of an octopus, you might picture it swimming alone, however scientists think these animals could be more social than we thought. A new study has found that octopuses sometimes team up with groups of fish in order to hunt together. Meanwhile, bees play a critical role in agriculture, helping to pollinate some 35 percent of the world’s food crops. But with habitat loss, climate change...

A major escalation in the Middle East after Israel launches a ground invasion into Lebanon. We go live to Beirut as we get the latest from Fawaz Gerges  Professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science.

A child who refuses to go to school can be difficult to manage – what should you do about it and why is it happening? Dr Richard Hogan joins us to talk through the issues parents and students face.

Minister Jack Chambers will deliver his first budget and the last of the current government this afternoon, it is expected to be a bumper giveaway. We hear details on how will all benefit with Sean Defoe, Newstalk Political Correspondent and also Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor Irish Independent. 

Can an affair ever lead to true love?  Pat was joined by Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist to examine the topic of affairs.

With the Dublin marathon just a few weeks away, we get the best tips on how to manage the rest of your training and if you might be considering taking up a marathon. Joining Pat was John Treacy, former CEO of the Irish Sports Council and silver medalist at the Olympics.

The death toll climbs as the most powerful storm on record devastates south-east US and Trump calls Harris mentally impaired  Terry Sheridan joins Pat with the latest.

We get all the motoring news with Geraldine Herbert including import charges on cars and a call for a review of the internal combustion ban.

David Dunn, Professor of International Politics joined Pat with the latest on Israel. Hamas declare Israel have killed its leader in Tyre in Lebanon. Death toll rises to 1000 in Lebanon including three senior leaders in PLDP in Beirut strike. Israel have also opened a new front in their military campaign in Yemen. 

The true crime series ‘the case I can't forget’ returns for a new season tomorrow at 9.35pm on RTÉ one and RTÉ player. The series will reveal behind-the-scenes stories of some of Ireland's biggest criminal investigations, from the atm heists of 2019, a 2-part special on notorious Dublin criminal Martin Cahill, and finally, will revisit the first ever human trafficking case convicted in Ireland.&nb...

The Irish Women’s rugby team secure an epic win against New Zealand and what is the future for Erik Ten Hag with a heavy loss to Tottenham at Old Trafford? To answer that Pat was joined by Nathan Murphy, Broadcaster with Off The Ball 

How are far-right election gains in Germany and Austria shaping Europe’s political landscape?  Joining Pat to answer that was Rosie Birchard, Journalist with DW News.

Minister for Justice Helen McEntee has signed a commencement order to increase the maximum sentences for four knife-related offences.  Pat was joined by leader of Aontu Peadar Tobin.

What's going to show up in the budget tomorrow, what political impact will it have and does it point to a General Election coming sooner rather than later? – Pat spoke to Ivan Yates.

Our Friday Forum look back on the stories of the week. Joining Pat today was Neale Richmond, Fine Gael TD and Minister of State with Responsibility for Financial Services, Credit Unions and Insurance, Fionnan Sheehan, Ireland Editor, Irish Independent and Ivana Bacik, Labour Party Leader.

Donald Trump is now set to meet Ukranian President Zelensky this morning. We get a reaction from Republicans Overseas about the U-Turn. Jennifer Ewing , Spokesperson, Republicans Overseas UK.

Mike Sheridan, Filmmaker, Journalist and Director joined Pat on the show to chat about his new documentary called Amplified: The Exportation of the Culture Wars which will be premiered at the Irish Film Institute Documentary Festival on September 28th.  The film observes the crossover of American culture and politics over Ireland via political figures. The documentary draws attention to the U...