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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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Oct 4, 2026

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Episodes

How to navigate the work Christmas party 01.12.2023

The do’s and don'ts at the Christmas party with Allison Keating, Chartered Psychologist of the Psychological Society of Ireland.

Actor Liam Cunningham 01.12.2023

This morning broadcasting live from The Anantara Marker Hotel, Pat was joined by an Irish actor known for his iconic role in The Guard and Game of Thrones, Liam Cunningham will be discussing Israel, Dublin Riots, and his new Netflix documentary: ‘3 Body Problem’.

Two lucky listeners learn to cook with Chef Gareth Mullins 01.12.2023

We meet the two lucky listeners who will be learning to cook a dish with Chef Gareth Mullins as we broadcast live from the Ananatra The Marker Hotel in Dublin. 

The sound of Music in NCH this December 30.11.2023

Looking for things to do over the festive period? The sound of music returns to the National Concert Hall this December and we speak to the show Director Tony Finnegan. 

The business of: Mobile phones 30.11.2023

This week, Joe Lynam takes a look at the Business of how mobiles are designed, manufactured, and distributed. All with thanks to Croke Park Meetings And Events.

Light Up a Light for Our Lady’s Hospice 30.11.2023

We hear from Our Lady’s Hospice on their annual Light Up A Life Remembrance Ceremony. Speaking to Pat this morning was Ger Kelly Resident of the Hospice with life-limiting illness and also Steven McDermott Interim Head of Nursing of Palliative Care at Our Lady’s Hospice & Care Services.

Minister Eamon Ryan on COP 28 30.11.2023

With Cop28 kicking off in Dubai today Pat spoke to the Minister for Transport, Climate and Communications Eamon Ryan.

International Union of Immunological Societies meeting 2023 30.11.2023

Professor Luke O’Neill joined us on the line from this year's International Union of Immunological Societies meeting in Cape Town and informed us on major advances in cancer treatments.

What measures will our streets feel safer? 30.11.2023

Body cams and water cannons, will these make our streets feel safer? Pat discussed this with Dr Jack Nolan, Lecturer At UCD and Retried Assistant Garda Commissioner, and also Paul Williams Crime Journalist with The Irish Independent.

The one size fits all solution to managing a chronic illness  30.11.2023

Dr Noel McCaffrey from ExWell Medical discusses how exercise can be a one-size-fits-all solution to managing chronic illnesses. We’re also joined by Pat McDonnell who shares his story of managing multiple chronic illnesses.

How to save on energy bills this winter 30.11.2023

We hear how to save on energy bills this winter in a bid to live more sustainability  Jo Linehan Editor of the Climate Supplement at the Sunday Times Ireland  

A truce between Israel and Hamas extends for another day 30.11.2023

The truce between Israel and Hamas has been extended for one more day. For more on this Pat was joined on the show by Oliver McTernan Conflict Mediator and Director of Forward Thinking.

Gardening : Christmas plants 29.11.2023

Paraic Horkan brings us some advice on dressing your Home for Christmas with colour and scent from Indoor plants.

Inside Hollywood: Dramatic movies of the 1980’s 29.11.2023

This week on Inside Hollywood, Lisa Cannon looks at the most dramatic movies of the 1980's.

Is it actually love for Lexie Byrne? 29.11.2023

Is it actually love for Lexie Byrne? Writer and filmmaker Caroline Grace Cassidy will be in to discuss her new book which is the last in the Lexie Byrne trilogy.

Green Scene: Its the eve of COP 28 29.11.2023

On the eve of Cop28 Dr. Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland discusses whether keeping below 1.5 degrees is still possible. All to discuss on this week's Green Scene. Green Scene is with thanks to AIB.

Luba Healy on her humanitarian aid trip to her home country 29.11.2023

The Israel/Palestine conflict has moved the situation in Ukraine down the agenda but it is far from over. A Ukrainian woman living in Ireland Luba Healy joins us from her humanitarian aid trip to her home country.

Squid Games Irish contestant 29.11.2023

Dreams of Disneyland and 4 million dollars, we speak to Squid Games reality TV show contestant Mikie Bowe.

How should the Government and police deal with the Dublin rioters? 29.11.2023

Punitive prison sentences and social welfare cuts - How should the government and police deal with the Dublin rioters? And how can we monitor future issues on social media? To discuss Pat was joined by Hugh O’Connell, Deputy Political Editor, Independent .ie, and also Jess Kelly, Newstalk Technology Correspondent.

The great gadget gift guide €250 and under 28.11.2023

Christmas is just around the corner and Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly brings us the annual great gadget guide. We take a look at gifts priced at €250 and under.

The great gadget gift guide €150 and under 28.11.2023

Christmas is just around the corner and Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly brings us the annual great gadget guide. We take a look at gifts priced €150 and under.

Author Paul Lynch winner of The Booker Prize 28.11.2023

Straight after his win of The Booker Prize Pat spoke to author Paul Lynch.

The great gadget gift guide €50 and under 28.11.2023

Christmas is just around the corner and Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly brings us the annual great gadget guide. In this part we look at gifts priced €50 and under.

Should you get pet insurance? 28.11.2023

The cost of pet insurance should you get it and is it worth it? Pete Wedderburn, better known as Pete the Vet joined Pat on the show to discuss.

Will you be dining out in Dublin City this Christmas? 28.11.2023

With restaurants closing down, the cost of living crisis continuing, and fears over further rioting, will people be eating out in Dublin's city centre this Christmas? Pat spoke to Adrian Cummins CEO, of the Restaurants Association of Ireland, and also Martin Harte CEO of The Temple Bar.

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