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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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Episodes

Ask The Expert: On the importance of early detection of heart disease 28.04.2025

There are calls for a fundamental shift in how we deal with Coronary Artery Disease is understood and dealt with. the importance of early detection of heart disease with Dr. Róisín Colleran, Consultant Cardiologist at Mater Private Network in Dublin.

How to negotiate the division of household chores! 28.04.2025

From vacuuming to cleaning the toilet how to you negotiate the division of household chores. All to discuss with Stephaine Regan , Clinical Psychotherapist.

Political unrest has returned to the Balkans 28.04.2025

Political unrest has returned to the Balkans. Bosnian State police attempted arrest of Serb leader Milorad Dodik but subsequently failed. We get the latest on the situation there with Garrett Patrick Kelly, Former UN Diplomat based in Sarajevo.

The Fab 50 a list of best places to stay in Ireland this year 28.04.2025

The Fab 50, A list of best places to stay in Ireland this year. Trends like rebirth of the B&B, restaurants with rooms, a new era of town center hotels. All to discuss with Pol O  Conghaile Irish Independent Travel Editor. All with thanks to Ryanair.

The Muslim national school reopens today 28.04.2025

We hear from parents as the Muslim national school reopens today amid uncertainty over the closure of the Islamic Cultural center. Our reporter Josh Crosbie was at the school this morning.

HSE Chief seeks to have more staff on seven day work week 28.04.2025

At the Irish Medical Organisation annual conference, HSE Chief Executive Bernard Gloster said the HSE is seeking to begin rostering more staff to work over weekends from the end of June. How will this work and how was it received. Joining Pat to discuss was Dr Chris Luke, Columnist, Host of the Irish Medical Lives Podcast and Retired Consultant In Emergency Medicine and also Professor Matthew Sadl...

The regeneration of Grafton Street area to begin in weeks 28.04.2025

A long awaited multimillion regeneration plan for the Grafton street area is finally due to get underway in the coming weeks. The project involves a revamp of South Anne Street, Duke Street and Lemon Street. We discuss this project with Olivia Kelly, Dublin Editor Irish Times. 

Losing a parent to suicide 28.04.2025

All of this week on the Pat Kenny Show, we are highlighting the mental health impact of losing a parent to suicide as a child . Ali and Grainne Clarke lost their dad Frank to suicide almost 20 years ago, aged just 9 and 12. They both shared what they remember about that difficult time, and the impact the bereavement has had on each of their lives. Our losing a parent to suicide series is supported...

A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum 25.04.2025

We take a look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Pat this morning in studio was Emer Higgins TD, Minister of State for Public Procurement, Digitalisation and eGovernment, Fine Gael, Dublin Mid West, Paul Murphy TD, People Before Profit, Dublin South West and also Jane Matthews, Political Correspondent, The Journal.

Almost 300,000 hospital appointments cancelled last year 25.04.2025

There were almost 300,000 hospital appointments cancelled last year according to figures released to Aontú through a parliamentary question. Steve McMahon of the Irish Patients’ Association discusses and exclusively reveals new data on the first three months in the health service.

Will we see a Ukraine Russia peace deal?  25.04.2025

As Trump’s Special Envoy is set to meet with Russian leaders today, will they finally agree on a peace deal? We get the latest on this with Paul Rodgers, Professor Emeritus of peace studies at Bradford University.

World leaders descend upon the Vatican City 25.04.2025

All roads lead to Rome as world leaders descend upon the Vatican City for the funeral of Pope Francis tomorrow. We get reaction from mourners in St. Peter’s Basilica with our reporter Barry Whyte.

The vulnerability of subsea cables in Irish waters  25.04.2025

Irish waters may be a 'choke point' in terms of vulnerability of subsea cables according to a UN expert. Former Defence Forces Chief of Staff, Mark Mellett, joins us to discuss our vulnerability in this area. 

Revolut to shake up the Irish mortgage market! 25.04.2025

Revolut is set to offer mortgages to the Irish market later this year. We get the details from Paul Merriman CEO of Fairstone Ireland aka AskPaul.

Formula One season gets under way 25.04.2025

Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari, new drivers on the grid and all the action from the track as the Formula One season gets under way. Rory Galvin takes a look at how the new season is going so far. You can catch all the thrilling action of the 2025 Formula 1 season live on Sky Sports F1 and NOW.

Snipers in Australia shot down over 700 koalas 25.04.2025

Public outcry has erupted in Australia as it was relieved that State authority snipers shot down over 700 koalas. The cull took place in Budj Bim National Park. With more on this we heard from Aisling Moloney, Reporter with Storyful. 

The sporting life of cyclist Raymond Poulidor 24.04.2025

Raymond Poulidor, the cyclist celebrated for coming so close to winning the Tour de France many times, without ever actually winning it. Cameron Hill from Off The Ball tells us his story.

Disinformation slot with David Robert Grimes 24.04.2025

Study reveals key groups vulnerable to misinformation with surprising results. Those in Generation Z, born between 1997 and 2012, are the first to grow up with smartphones everywhere. They are also among those most likely to believe misinformation, according to a new study.  All to discuss with David Robert Grimes Author and Disinformation Expert.  

A stage show 'The Shark Is Broken' a personal journey into the history of Jaws 24.04.2025

In this 50th anniversary year of Jaws, The Shark Is Broken at the Gaiety Theatre in May provides a deeply personal journey into the film's history.    Co-writer and star Ian Shaw offers a compelling perspective as he portrays his father, Robert Shaw, capturing the dynamics between the lead actors during the now infamous filming of Jaws. Ian joined Pat this morning to chat about the play...

Is it time for a used car history database ? 24.04.2025

There are calls for a national database on car history for used cars to ensure any discrepancies are known to buyers. Our reporter Josh Crosbie reports.  

Do we fundamentally misunderstand opinion within the United States? 24.04.2025

Almost one hundred days into the Trump presidency and we have been recounting the many seemingly outrageous happenings from stateside. But do we fundamentally misunderstand opinion within the United States? All to discuss with Law Lecturer at the University of Galway and Columnist with The Journal Larry Donnelly.

Thousands continue to pay respects to Pope Francis  24.04.2025

We get the latest from Rome as St. Peter's Basilica reopens after brief closure as thousands continue to pay respects to Pope Francis. Nick Pisa Senior Reporter Global Mail On line spoke to Pat this morning. 

A plan to crackdown on the use of loyalty cards to buy cheap booze 24.04.2025

The Health Minister is planning a crackdown on the use of loyalty cards to buy cheap booze, will this be welcomed b consumers? Siobhán Maguire, Consumer Journalist brings us more details.

An exciting frontier in biological research at the moment 24.04.2025

An exciting frontier in biological research at the moment is the ability to grow meat, skin and even other organs in the lab. It’s early days but a lot of work is going on with that goal in mind. We get all the details with Professor Luke O'Neill Professor of Biochemistry at the School of Immunology, Trinity College. 

The reality of how to achieve climate neutrality by 2050 24.04.2025

The reality of what we need to do to achieve climate neutrality by 2050 but are we our own worst enemy when it comes to getting the job done. The Irish Academy of Engineering has, today, published a report - The Energy Transition - What is the 2050 Action Plan and Timeline? Speaking to Pat this morning was Eamonn O’Reilly, Chairman of the Energy and Climate Action.

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