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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. CONVERSATION THAT COUNTS | Ireland’s national independent talk station for news, sport, analysis and entertainment List...

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Jul 11, 2026

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Ceasefire talks have broken down again in Egypt 26.08.2024

Ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas have broken down once again as strikes and drone attacks continued overnight. Pat discusses this latest development with Dr Mustafa Barghouti Leader of the National Palestinian Initiative.  

A news round up with our Friday Forum 23.08.2024

We look back on the new stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat in studio this morning was Daniel McConnell Editor of the Irish Business Post, Niamh Smyth Fianna Fail TD Monaghan & North Meath and i's party spokesperson on spokesperson on Arts, Culture & Heritage and also Gary Gannon, Dublin Central TD for Social Democrats and party's spokesperson for Education, Hi...

The end is nigh for the Ross O'Carroll Kelly series 23.08.2024

The end is nigh for the Ross O'Carroll Kelly series! Wel talk to Paul Howard about this final installment, 'Dont Look Back In Ongar'.

A preview of the weekend of sport with Shane Hannon 23.08.2024

Premier League, College football in the Aviva and the Dutch Grand Prix all on this weekend, Shane Hannon from Off The Ball will have the rest of the weekend sport.

Leaving Cert results are out today! 23.08.2024

Leaving Cert results are out today. We get advice from career guidance counsellor and columnist with the Irish Times.

Kamala Harris has formally accepted the Democrats nomination 23.08.2024

Kamala Harris has formally accepted the Democrats nomination. Harry Browne Senior Lecturer at the School of Media in Trinity College Dublin take us through the final day of the Democratic National Conference.

The impact is snoring having on Irish relationships! 23.08.2024

It’s the third highest cause of divorce in America. It’s the reason one in six British couples sleep apart. So, what impact is snoring having on Irish relationships - Newstalk’s Sarah Madden has been investigating

Does the A.I. Act offer more opportunities than pitfalls? 23.08.2024

Are Irish businesses are being propelled into an AI Dark Age, or does the A.I. Act offer more opportunities than pitfalls? To discuss all was John Clancy,  CEO of Galvia AI.

There is a worsening shortage of general practitioners in Ireland 23.08.2024

There is a worsening shortage of general practitioners in Ireland according to new research by the Irish college of general practitioners. Pat discusses this with Dr. Brian Higgins of Galway Primary Care. 

Who Killed Emma? 22.08.2024

Emma Caldwell was murdered in April 2005 by serial rapist and sex offender, Iain Packer. The investigation of her murder was one of Scotland's longest-running cases, with nineteen years between her death and Packer's imprisonment in 2024 for a minimum term of 36 years. Pat was joined on the show by Sam Poling the BBC investigative journalist behind the BBC podcast who managed to catch a killer and...

Disinformation slot with David Robert Grimes 22.08.2024

Once again its our disinformation slot with David Robert Grimes. Today Robert discusses Taylor Swift and Elon Musk are among the celebrities that Trump has posted deepfakes of, ostensibly endorsing him: why is he doing this, and why does it matter?

Celebrities were rolled out Democratic National Convention 22.08.2024

Oprah Winfrey, John Legend, Bill Clinton, the celebrities were rolled out for night three of the Democratic National Convention. We analysis it with Lorcan Nyhan Head of Training at the Communications Clinic and Columnist with The Sunday Independent.   Also our reporter Josh Crosbie met some visiting Americans to Ireland to get their view on the upcoming US Election.

Water and maybe even life on Mars!!! 22.08.2024

Water and maybe even life on Mars and heat related deaths likely to increase significantly in Ireland over coming decades. All up for discussion with Prof Luke O'Neill Professor of Biochemistry at the school of Immunology, Trinity College.

Opposition parties gearing up for November election 22.08.2024

We hear about the 'extensive preparations' being done by opposition parties as they gear up for the next general election. Joining Pat on the show was Pat Leahy Political Editor of The Irish Times. 

Is Tuesday to Thursday the new working week? 22.08.2024

Tuesday to Thursday has been revealed as the new office working week. Pat discusses this with Peter Cosgrove Managing Director at Futurewise.

September is a great time to reset and declutter 22.08.2024

September is a great time to reset and declutter your home, clear out those wardrobes and presses. We get tips on how best to recycle, rehome and dispose of things you don't need with Jo Linehan Editor of the Climate Supplement at the Sunday Times Ireland  and Sustainability columnist Irish Country Magazine.

The effect of high dropout rates among apprentices 22.08.2024

According to survey by trade union Connect, high dropout rates among apprentices may mean the government’s housing targets are at risk. Pat discusses this further with Paddy Kavanagh, General Secretary of Trade Union Connect.

Should parents monitor their kids location with a tracker? 21.08.2024

T his week, we discuss the complicated issue of parents who want to monitor where their children are with a tracker. Clinical Psychotherapist Stephanie Regan gives her insight into this issue.

Gardening with Paul Smyth Head Gardener at RHSI Bellefield 21.08.2024

We hear about dead heading and taking late summer cuttings in this weeks gardening slot with Paul Smyth Head Gardener at RHSI Bellefield, in Shinrone, Co Offaly. 

Nne of the best chefs in Canada ! Jeremy Charles 21.08.2024

Jeremy Charles is head chef and co-owner of Raymond's, crowned best restaurant in Canada, he is known as one of the best chefs in Canada and is also widely recognised as a guest on Anthony Bourdain's series Part's Unknown. Jeremy joined Pat in studio this morning.

What did day two bring at the Democratic National Convention? 21.08.2024

The Obamas have come out fighting for night two of the Democratic National Convention. We get the latest with stateside with Terry Sheridan Managing Editor, WSHU Public Radio.

Is the possibility of a ceasefire in Gaza closer than ever? 21.08.2024

"Time is of the essence” is the possibility of a ceasefire in Gaza closer than ever? Meanwhile, the civilian death toll continues to climb. We speak to Fawaz Gerges, Professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science .

Inside Hollywood: Big budget documentary successes  21.08.2024

On Inside Hollywood, Dee Reddy Podcaster and Cultural commentator takes a look at some of the big budget documentary successes. 

Journalist and feminist campaigner Nell McCaffery passes away 21.08.2024

Journalist and feminist campaigner Nell McCaffery passed away aged 80 at a nursing home in Donegal. Pat looks back on her life with Pat Coyle, former journalist and good friend.

Could regulation be the answer to the dangers of synthetic cannabinoids? 21.08.2024

The cannabis market in Ireland is the ‘wild west’ for synthetic versions of the drug in circulation, according to the FSI. How can this be combatted? Pat discusses this and more with Eddie D’Arcy, Youth Workers against Prohibition.

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