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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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Sep 27, 2026

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Episodes

Ranelagh tops list of clamping blackspots 02.02.2024

We hear why people are more likely to get clamped in Ranelagh on a Thursday. Speaking to Pat this morning was Ger Herbert, Motoring Editor & Columnist with the Sunday Independent.

Keith Wood to preview this evening's Six Nations game 02.02.2024

We were joined by Irish legend Keith Wood to preview the Six Nations which kicks off tonight and also to discuss what coming also in other sports at the weekend Kathleen Mcnamee, Digital Producer with Off the Ball.  

New book “Why Can’t I See My GP?” 02.02.2024

A new book titled “Why Can’t I See My GP?” looks at testimonials from GPs around the world and why they have reached a crisis point. Do we have the same problem as everywhere else? Pat was joined on the show by it's author Dr Ellen Welch, author and NHS GP and also Dr Illona Duffy, Monaghan based GP .

Payment cuts are coming down the line for Ukrainian refugees 02.02.2024

Payment cuts are coming down the line for Ukrainian refugees. We get the latest from Craig Hughes Political Editor Irish Daily Mail. 

Boxed With John Fardy features ' American Nightmare' 01.02.2024

Netflix true-crime docuseries American Nightmare that will leave you captivated and enraged features in this weeks Boxed with John Fardy.

The bad boys of football  01.02.2024

Following news of Marcus Rashford 12 -hour tequila bender, Shane Hannon reminds us of the bad boys of football 

The do’s and don'ts when it comes to financial planning 01.02.2024

Paul Merriman Financial Advisor & Founder of AskPaul.ie    will be in studio to talk the do’s and don'ts when it comes to financial planning which is all detailed in his new book 'Money Made Easy'.

A look into the report on RTE’s voluntary exit programme 01.02.2024

Minister for Media Catherine Martin has said the report into RTÉ's voluntary exit programmes demonstrates an "appalling disregard for the principles of equity, fairness and transparency in the treatment of staff" We take look into the report on RTE’s voluntary exit programme and get reaction from Ciaran Mullooly, former RTE Midlands correspondent  and also Emma O’Kelly, Education Corresponden...

The world's first transport training facility for people with mobility issues 01.02.2024

The world's first transport training facility for people with mobility issues is opening in April. Newstalk's Reporter Josh Crosbie we went to a preview of how it will work and transform travelling for people with disabilities 

David Sears’ Lost War Romance Juggernaut returns to Dublin Stage 01.02.2024

David Sears’ Lost War Romance Juggernaut returns to Dublin Stage. David Sears’ rediscovered play set during the War of Independance, will be performed in Dublin Lexicon Library and Cultural Centre in Dun Laoghaire from Feb 8-10th from 8pm. Speaking to Pat this morning was Maia Dunphy, great niece of David Sears and also Kevin Stanton, Actor playing the role of Caption Dermot Barry.

The Deposit Return Scheme comes into effect today 01.02.2024

The Deposit Return Scheme to recycle plastic bottles and aluminum cans comes into effect today but how well will it work? To discuss further Pat was joined on the show by Jo Linehan Editor of the Climate Supplement at the Sunday Times Ireland.  

Frustration amongst farmers has come to the surface 01.02.2024

Frustration amongst farmers has come to the surface: We speak to the IFA about why they are taking to the roads this evening in protest. Joining Pat this morning was Francie Gorman President of the Irish Farmers Association.

Gardening with Paraic Horkan 31.01.2024

Paraic Horkan, Horticulturist and Keen Gardener, Graduate of the National Botanic Gardens joins Pat today offering his best advice on pruning roses this time of the year.

Loved to Death: Can popular shows ruin real places? 31.01.2024

In this interview, Pat hears about the backlash against "Emily in Paris" as locals graffiti filming locations like Place de l’Estrapade to protest tourist invasions. Paris-based journalist Hannah Meltzer, and Eoghan Corry, Editor of Air and Travel Magazine, weigh in on how popular shows impact real communities and whether this phenomenon could affect other locations.

Report: 40 years on from the death of Ann Lovett with Barry Whyte 31.01.2024

Ann Rose Lovett, a 15-year-old student from Granard, County Longford, Ireland, tragically passed away on January 31, 1984, while in labour next to a grotto. The death of her newborn son occurred simultaneously. The circumstances of her passing significantly contributed to a critical nationwide discussion regarding childbirth out of wedlock. Newstalk Reporter Barry Whyte joins Pat to look back on t...

Inside Hollywood: Jonathan Glazer 31.01.2024

Jonathan Glazer is a director whose limited filmography over 23 years includes some of the most striking and bold filmmaking of the 21st century. Despite directing just four films, Glazer's work has left an indelible mark on modern cinema. Jen Gannon, pop culture journalist, joins Pat to explore the depth and impact of Glazer's films and his unique place in Hollywood.

The race is on: Dublin's bid for Anti-Money Laundering Agency 31.01.2024

Pat investigates the competitive race to host the new EU anti-money laundering agency, with cities from Riga to Madrid vying for the prestigious position. Dublin has emerged as a strong contender, buoyed by the support of its representatives who believe in the city's solid case. Barry Andrews, Fianna Fáil MEP for Dublin, joins Pat to provide insights into Dublin's bid and its chances against the b...

Breaking point: are legal delays endangering doctors? 31.01.2024

A critical report by the Medical Protection Society, highlights the severe impact of medical negligence case delays on doctors' mental health, driving some to suicidal thoughts. Scarlet O’Sullivan, a Senior Associate Solicitor specialising in medical negligence at Callan Tansey, joins Pat to unpack the findings

Green Scene: Tiny Giants - how microbes are shaping our health and seas 31.01.2024

This week on Green Scene, Pat dives into the transformative world of microbes, spotlighting a new antibiotic discovery and their role in coral protection. Dr. Ruth Freeman, Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland, joins Pat to discuss these microscopic powerhouses and their big impact on health and the environment.

Will Universal Music pull the plug on TikTok? 31.01.2024

Pat and Newstalk Tech Correspondent, Jess Kelly examine Universal Music Group's (UMG) standoff with TikTok, threatening to pull its song catalog over claims of being "bullied" into a poor deal on music rights fees. They explore the impact of this conflict, the complexities of music rights online, and its consequences for both users and artists.

"If you're not funding the RSA, it's both a bad policy and a bad signal." 31.01.2024

Conor Faughnan, Transport Consultant joins Pat this week to explain why the Road Safety Authority is asking the government for more financial support.

The best towns for work-life balance in Ireland 31.01.2024

Castlebar has been named the best town in Ireland for work-life balance, a recent survey finds. Donegal Person of the Year Noel Cunningham, together with Fianna Fáil Senator Lisa Chambers, delve into what elevates Castlebar and similar towns. They discuss the key factors behind the high ranking and consider if relocating to Mayo is the key to achieving an ideal work-life balance. Noel Cunningham i...

Tech with Jess: the latest IOS update 30.01.2024

Jess Kelly, Newstalk’s Tech Correspondent talks to Pat about the latest IOS update, the biggest in years and she answers your tech questions.

US Update with Marion McKeon 30.01.2024

There has been no shortage of news when it comes to Trump in this American election year. US Correspondent for The Business Post, Marion McKeon weighs in on the latest happenings stateside.

Rishi Sunak declares he fasts for 36 hours but is this healthy? 30.01.2024

Is intermittent fasting the latest trend in dieting? Orla Walsh, Registered Dietitian from Orla Walsh Nutrition joins Pat in studio to discuss the pros and cons of intermittent fasting.

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