The Pat Kenny Show

It’s the Whatsapp wild west out there ! We discuss the do’s and don’ts are when it comes to messaging in the workplace with  TerriSue Cosgrove. Managing Director at The HR Head. 

Ireland’s child and family agency Tusla have been considering BMI a factor in foster parent applications. This is despite the national shortage of care places in the country. To discuss further with Pat was Ellen Coyne News Correspondent, Irish Independent. 

Donald Trump faces new charges for alleged attempts to interfere in the 2020 election. The revised charges are reframed to focus on trump as a political candidate, rather than a sitting president. We get the latest on this with Larry Donnelly Law Lecturer UCG and columnist with theJournal.ie.

Today on Garden Stories Diarmuid Gavin delves into the fascinating world of power, jealousy, and intrigue that shaped one of the Renaissance's most stunning masterpieces. We hear about the history of the Gardens of the Villa d'Este, created in large part to make the pope jealous!

As the Paralympics gets underway later today in Paris. We preview Ireland’s hopes and get the atmosphere live from Paris  with Emma Duffy Sports reporter 42.ie in Paris.  

France is once again under political turmoil with French President Emmanuel Macron yet to announce a Prime Minister. We get the latest on this with Jack Parrock Europe Correspondent in Brussels.  

Restaurant industry leaders will meet with Ministers today.  The recent Vat increase from 9 to 13.5%  is likely to be up for discussion as business owners nationwide say it’s been “catastrophic” for Ireland’s cafes, gastropubs and takeaways.  Newstalk’s Sarah Madden has been on the road hearing from those impacted. 

On Inside Hollywood this week, Dee Reddy Podcaster and Cultural commentator looks at movies by actors turned directors.

In this week's 'Green Scene, we hear about wearables for marine creatures that mean we can track what they are up to. Also we ask what is the status of the Great Barrier Reef. All to discuss with Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland. All with thanks to AIB Ireland.

Smartphones have completely transformed the lives of everyone both positively and negatively and teens today have been impacted the most. We’re discussing their impact with two experts. Joining Pat in studio today was Dr Richard Hogan Author of ‘Home Is Where The Start Is’ and a Family Osychotherapist and also Anne Kehoe, Chartered member of the Psychological Society of Ireland and...

Ireland infrastructure, water running out, data centres refused and electricity hikes. How can our infrastructure cope with growing population? All to discuss with Conor Skehan, Sunday Independent Columnist and Town Planner.

We look back on the people, events and music in history on this day the 28th August.

As the schools return and the traffic is back, we get safety tips for drivers and good road habits for kids. Also 7 years on from Bus Connects we ask where are we now? All to discuss with Conor Faughnan Transport commentator and consultant for the Royal Irish Automobile Club.  

We take a nostalgic look back to 1994. Britpop & Boyzone dominated the charts. Nelson Mandela became president of South Africa & USA 94’ brought joy! With Ray Houghton, Dave O’Callaghan, Bill Hughes & Bertie Ahern.

The issues facing Ireland’s two-tier health system has never been more pressing. Pat was joined by Dr Michael McCarthy and Dr Domhnall McGlacken Byrne to discuss why we have inequitable healthcare.

Officials in the Department of Children have said in an internal briefing they are concerned about adult asylum seekers claiming to be minors. Pat was joined by  Jack Power, Acting Europe Correspondent with the Irish Times, to discuss this story.

Dermot Goode Health Insurance Expert at Lockton Company Totalhealthcover. Ie  discusses the recent health insurance price hikes and what consumers need to watch out for.

'Who killed Una Lynskey?' is the new book by Mick Clifford. Pat spoke to Mick about the case and what it meant for policing in Ireland at the time

The women following Britney Spears’ lead and swearing off relationships for good.  Stephanie Regan talks about how other women who vow to never get back into another romantic relationships with a man.

Major changes to the flow of traffic in Dublin city centre came into effect from yesterday, our reporter Josh Crosbie road tested the route this morning/

A two-tier mortgage market has developed in Ireland, according to mortgage experts doddl.ie. This means non-bank lenders are facing price hikes as the fixed-rate period ends. To find out more Pat spoke to Martina Hennessy Chief Executive of Doddl.ie.

Gardaí have warned of a "staggering" rise in cases of investment fraud with more than €28 million stolen from victims last year. So far this year, more than €13.5m has been stolen through investment fraud more than 2021 and 2022 combined.  Pat discussed this and more with Carl Widger, Managing Director of Metis Ireland. 

An Amárach poll commissioned by the Irish Daily Mail/ DMG Media has found that overall, 49% of some 1,000 adults surveyed believe that Bishop Eamon Casey’s body moved should be disinterred, with 17% disagreeing, and 34% saying they ‘don’t know’. A should Bishop Eamonn Casey's body be moved from Galway Cathedral? Pat discusses this with Anne Sheridan News Editor, Irish Daily Mail. 

The Irish school system still faces major systemic problems, even though the minor problems may be getting solved. Pat discusses this with Jennifer Horgan Teacher and columnist with the Irish Examiner. 

A recent survey by Chadwicks has shown that over 70% of young people in Ireland have considered a job in the construction industry. Chadwicks have partnered with Hugh Wallace on the campaign to raise awareness on the benefits. Hugh joined Pat this morning on the show.