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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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Latest episode

Oct 11, 2026

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Episodes

Over 40% of older renters expect to be renting for life 11.05.2023

Over 40 percent of older renters expect to be renting for life. With some reaction to this Pat was joined this morning by Eoin O’Broin, Sinn Fein T.D. for Dub Mid-West. Spokesperson on Housing, Local Govt & Heritage. Teaser Over 40 per cent of older renters expect to be renting for life easer

Skin Deep: Hair loss causes and treatments 11.05.2023

Hair loss, men versus women, what does it mean if you notice sudden hair loss? All those questions and more with Catriona Ryan, a Consultant dermatologist with the Institute of Dermatology in our series Skin Deep.

An update on the Annie McCarrick case 11.05.2023

Two men are being treated as suspects by Gardaí investigating the murder of Annie McCarrick. To bring us the latest Pat was joined on the show by Michael O’Toole, Author, and Crime Editor with the Irish Daily Star.

Author Andrea Mara on latest thriller 'No One Saw A Thing' 10.05.2023

Sunday Times and Irish Times bestselling author Andrea Mara joins us to chat about her latest fast-paced thriller ‘No One Saw a Thing’ .

Gardeing: May an ideal time to sow a new lawn 10.05.2023

Paraic Horkan tells us how May is the ideal time to Sow a new lawn and plant Summer flowering garden wildflower patch for Pollinators.

We profile footballer Erling Haaland 10.05.2023

We'll profile Man City and Norwegian superstar Erling Haaland with Shane Hannon from Off The Ball.

HSE has identified nearly 800 teens are diagnosed with STIs, 10.05.2023

Shocking figures show the HSE has identified nearly 800 teens are diagnosed with STIs, including two children under 14. For more on these figures Pat was joined on the show by Dr Aisling Loy, Consultant of sexual health and HIV care in genitourinary medicine (GUM) at St James's Hospital.

Inside Hollywood: Clint Eastwood 10.05.2023

We delve into the world of the original ‘’strong silent type’’ with Clint Eastwood on Inside Hollywood with Lisa Cannon.

"They don't want to get out of their pyjamas" is quality customer service in decline? 10.05.2023

Consumers are reporting poor customer service across retail and hospitality, particularly from younger staff. Has this been the old argument since the beginning of time or is it down to staff shortages? Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie went to find out.

Glass frogs and their incredible camouflage 10.05.2023

We hear about glass frogs and their incredible camouflage in this week’s 'Green Scene' with Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland.

The latest of Donald Trump case 10.05.2023

Former president Donald Trump found liable for sexual abuse and defamation against magazine writer E Jean Carroll. We get the latest stateside with Terry Sheridan Managing Editor, WSHU Public Radio.

What’s another year of not making the final of the Eurovison ? 10.05.2023

What’s another year of not making the final of the Eurovison ? We ask former winner Paul Harrington what can be done to win again.

Will car hire costing be a problem this summer? 10.05.2023

Is the cost of car hire going to be a problem for the summer season again this year. We speak to Conor Faughnan Transport Consultant.

Government call on supermarkets to reduce prices 10.05.2023

Government call on supermarkets to reduce prices amid soaring food costs. To discuss this with Pat this morning was Dermot Jewell Council Advisor Consumers Association of Ireland and also Marian Harkin Independent TD for Sligo-Leitrim, North Roscommon and south Donegal.

Delays in contactless payments on public transport 09.05.2023

Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly on the delay in contactless payments on public transport and the latest tech lay-offs.

Irish in schools – should it remain compulsory? 09.05.2023

Should Irish remain a compulsory subject in school? That’s our big 11 debate with Julian de Spáin Ard Runaí (General Secretary) of Conradh na Gaeilge and also Ian O'Doherty Columnist for the Irish Independent.

Henry McKean live from Eurovision 2023 09.05.2023

We cross to Liverpool to chat with Newstalk reporter Henry McKean on our chances of success ahead of this evening’s Eurovision semi-final.

A drive is being planned to recruit South African builders 09.05.2023

Why a recruitment drive for South African builders could increase Ireland’s housing projects. We speak to Tom Parlon Director of General Construction Industry Federation (CIF) and also Marie Sherlock Labour Senator Marie Sherlock.

Will proposed alcohol licensing laws work? 09.05.2023

Will proposed alcohol licensing laws cause more public harm than good? We debate with Mannix Flynn Dublin City Councillor and also Sunil Sharpe DJ and Spokesperson for ‘’Give Us The Night’’.

Motoring: More EV chargers on the way 09.05.2023

Geraldine HerbertMotoring Editor with The Sunday Independent on the introduction of E10 fuel, more EV chargers on the way, and a new female crash test dummy.

Scaled back Russia victory day 09.05.2023

Russia celebrates Victory Day today with a scaled-back celebration due to security concerns. We’ll get the details with Jason Corcoran Russia Analyst and former resident of Russia.

Finance Minister seeks approval for corporate tax reserve fund 09.05.2023

The Finance Minister is seeking approval from the cabinet for a new corporate tax reserve fund which will fund higher pensions, homecare, and health costs Michael Brennan, Political Editor with The Business Post gave us the details.

Tent city outside the office for international protection 09.05.2023

Josh Crosbie reports on the tent city outside the office for international protection.

Ask the Expert : Children and sleep routine 08.05.2023

Pediatric Sleep Consultant Erica Hargaden was our 'Ask The Expert' today and she endeavoured to answer listener's questions on their childrens sleep challenges.

Divorce: Who gets the friends ? 08.05.2023

Who gets the friends when navigating the tricky area of divorce? Steph Regan Clinical Psychotherapist, Media Contributor, and co-host of the Podcast - ToughLove joined Pat in studio to discuss.

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