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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

Will the Trump trial go into 2025? 15.11.2023

Will the Trump trial go into 2025? We discuss with Larry Donnelly Law Lecturer with The University of Galway and Columnist with The Journal.ie   

Inside Hollywood: 80’s movies favourites 15.11.2023

This week on Inside Hollywood, we remind ourselves of a few crime caper action adventure movies from the 80’s with Lisa Cannon TV Host and Executive Producer of Spotlight.

Keith Barry’s new book for kids 15.11.2023

Keith Barry Brain Hacker & Mentalist joined Pat in the studio to chat about his new book for kids,   Mind Magic, Tricks and tips to Train Your Brain for a happier, more confident you!

An update on reports of Irish families due to leave Gaza 15.11.2023

We get an update on reports of Irish families due to leave Gaza and the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights Defenders Mary Lawler and also Shona Murray Europe Correspondent, Euronews.

Green Scene: Do rates have imagainations 15.11.2023

Do rats have imaginations, and a novel solution to deal with expanding sea urchin populations in Australia – all in this week's Green Scene with Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland. All with thanks to AIB.

Blind Panic by Sightless Cinema Network 15.11.2023

Blind Panic , by Sightless Cinema Network with Ciarán Taylor. 'Blind Panic' is a fun and fear-filled evening of audio theatre in the dark, performed by a cast of 25 people with sight loss from three counties, with live music. Speaking to Pat in studio was Ciaran Taylor Project Director of Sightless Cinema   and also Michael Lavin Performer & Chair of National League of the Blind, &nb...

Teacher shortages impact the number of subjects available to students 15.11.2023

A new survey reveals the teacher shortage’s dramatic impact on leaving cert subjects available to students. Pat spoke to Eric Nelligan Secondary School Teacher and assistant Principal in St Munchins College, Corbally. 

The RTE rescue plan 15.11.2023

The RTE rescue plan – is it kicking for touch or the real way forward? To discuss Pat was joined on the show by Ciaran Mullooly, Former RTE Correspondent.

Tech With Jess: New Google devices up for review 14.11.2023

Today Jess reviewed the new Iphone15.

Why teenagers are falling ill after vaping 14.11.2023

Oncologist John Crowne on why teenagers are falling ill after vaping.

Brian Darcy shares words of wisdom and inspiration from his new book 14.11.2023

Brian Darcy shares words of wisdom and inspiration from his new book, “Best of Brian”.

We get the latest in Gaza 14.11.2023

Tanks have massed at the gates of Gaza's largest hospital we get the latest live from Israel with freelance Journalist Gareth Browne.

A new levy on the alcohol industry is set to be proposed 14.11.2023

A new levy on the alcohol industry is set to be proposed, and publicans and punters have hit back at politicians’ proposal. Speaking to Pat was Professor Frank Murrya Chair of the Alcohol Health Alliance and Liver Specialist and also Ian Redmond Publican, Owner of Hyde Bar and Ohana Tiki Bar.

Bank Of Ireland building consumer awareness about fraud 14.11.2023

Outsmart fraudsters with cutting-edge insights and practical tips from Professor Mary Aiken Professor of Cyberpsychology and Chair of the Department of Cyberpsychology at Capitol Technology University, Washington D.C.

RTE are set to release a strategic plan today 14.11.2023

RTE is set to release a strategic plan today – it could include a 40m redundancy plan to cut up to 400 jobs. With more on this Pat was joined on the show by  Emma O’Kelly, Education Correspondent for RTE, and also Fionnan Sheehan Ireland Editor of the Irish Independent. 

Ask The Expert: All things pensions 13.11.2023

How late is too late to start a pension? What are you entitled to? Carol Brick   Managing Director of CWM Wealth Management and Her Money  talks to us about all things pensions for this week’s 'Ask The Expert.'

Dr Marie Cassidy on her gripping new novel, ‘Body of Truth’ 13.11.2023

Former state pathologist, Dr. Marie Cassidy on her gripping new novel, ‘Body of Truth’.

When friendships don't stand the test of time! 13.11.2023

We all want our friendships to stand the test of time.  But when the friendship isn’t working out, knowing when to drop them can be a difficult decision. For more on this Pat was joined on the show by Stephaine Regan Clinical Psychotherapist and Host of podcast Tough Love.

World-renowned maestro of classical music André Rieu 13.11.2023

André Rieu has over 1.3 million fans on TikTok, has sold 40 million albums worldwide and he joined Pat on the show to chat about his forthcoming André Rieu’s White Christmas cinema event on December 2nd and 3rd.

A look back on the weekend of sport 13.11.2023

Leinster jump up on URC table and more of this weekend’s sports news with Kathleen McNamee.

What can we expect from this year’s Science Week 13.11.2023

Science Week is taking place from 12th to 19th November with both in-person and online events running right across the country. Pat was joined on the show by Professor Philip Nolan Director General of Science Foundation Ireland with details of the events of the week. 

How schools and transport have been impacted by Storm Debi 13.11.2023

We get an update on how schools and transport have been impacted by Storm Debi. Speaking to Pat this morning were Linda Hughes Meteorologist Met Eireann, and Kieran Christie  General Secretary, ASTI . Also speaking to Pat about how transport around the country was affected Sean Yeates  NBRU, Dublin Bus Chairman, Barry Kenny  Communications Manager, Irish Rail, and Conor Fa...

UK a cabinet reshuffle is well and truly underway 13.11.2023

In the UK a cabinet reshuffle is well and truly underway with Suella Braverman sacked and David Cameron appointed new foreign minister. We get the latest with Enda Brady TRT World Presenter.

A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum 10.11.2023

A look back on the stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this morning was Neasa Hourigan TD Green Party TD for Dublin-Central, Hugh O'Connell Deputy Political Editor, Irish Independent & Sunday Independent, and Richard Boyd Barrett People Before Profit TD for Dun Laoghaire.  

The World's first eye transplant in New York 10.11.2023

Terry Sheridan Managing Editor, WSHU Public Radio brings us the details of how doctors at New York University Langone Health were able to perform a whole-eye transplant with patient Aaron James.

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