The Pat Kenny Show

With Los Pumas the visitors to the Aviva Stadium to take on Ireland tomorrow evening, Cameron Hill from Off The Ball has been looking at Che Guevara's fondness for rugby!

Last Sunday, the Nevo EV Show in the RDS featured over 80 vehicles from 32 brands and notable launches included the Renault 5 E-Tech, Ford Capri, Kia EV3, and Dacia Spring. Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor with The Sunday Independent tell us what was on offer at the show.

Paris is preparing to deploy thousands of police officers tonight ahead of a soccer match between Israel and France. The security operation follows violence between Israeli and pro-Palestinian protesters in Amsterdam last week. Eleanor Beardsley, Paris Correspondent, NPR brings us the latest.

Amsterdam violence: there's been a lot of misreporting on the Amsterdam situation. Depending on source, the violence was either resulting from incendiary actions by Israeli fans or a premeditated antisemitic attack. Both are partially true and partly false. We discuss the evolution of the story with David Robert Grimes author and disinformation expert.

As the General Election approaches, interest groups have begun petitioning for candidates’ support for certain policies.  One such group is the Irish Hotels Federation. Outlining what they are calling for from potential TD's was Michael Magner National President of the Irish Hotels Federation, and owner of Cork’s Vienna Woods Hotel. 

How does our voting system and proportional representation, actually work? Gavan Reilly Political Correspondent Virgin Media News takes us through the nuts and bolts and how to best make use of your vote.

We hear how to stay environmentally fashionable! Jo Linehan shares tips, advice and info on sustainable clothes shopping 

Donald Trump has begun appointing members to his cabinet and White House team. Some you may have heard of before, such as Senator Marco Rubio who has been nominated as Secretary of State, but others may be unknown including defense nominee Pete Hegseth. To talk us through the who's who was Scott Lucas Professor and Political Analyst at Clinton Institute, UCD.

With dogs becoming more and more integrated in the family unit, is calling them our ‘best friend’ suitable anymore?   Pat was joined on the show today by Siobhan Owens a dog trainer and behavioralist and owner of the Dublin and Meath Pet School. Siobhan discussed the role of dogs in the family and how much we pamper them. 

The general election campaign is well and truly underway.  We will be hearing the promises from political parties, and what the electorate wants to see prioritised. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie, will be travelling to constituencies across the country to hear voters' concerns.  Today he brings us the first of these reports from Athlone.

The civil case taken by Nikita Hand against Conor McGregor will continue today. We get the latest on this with Frank Greaney, Newstalk’s Court Correspondent.

We get loads of tips and advice on what gardening jobs to do this week with Paul Smyth, Head Gardener of RHSI Bellefield in Shinrone Co Offaly. 

Navigating Ireland’s immigration system can be daunting, especially without guidance in your own language. One man has been a lifeline for newcomers, helping them find their way and feel at home. Edgar Flores, bilingual family support worker at Clones family resource Centre in Co. Monaghan and he told his story to Pat.

New research indicates that over ¾ people know little or nothing about pneumococcal disease, and that a majority don't know that its treatable by vaccine. This comes after a clear link between it and pneumonia has been identified. To discuss this further Pat was joined on the show by Dr Sumi Dunne Clinical Lecturer, General Practitioner, and a former ‘expert’ on Operation Transformation.&nbsp...

On Inside Hollywood, Lisa Cannon asks when actor interviews go horribly wrong who is to blame?

Most parties are promising a €200 a month cap on childcare costs per child in their election manifestoes. But what difference will this make on the ground and are parents and providers already struggling? Pat discussed this with Paula Donohue, Chairperson, Association of Childhood Professionals.

With recent news about the arrest and release of a man in connection to the Jo Jo Dullard case, media attention has once again focused on the Kilkenny woman’s disappearance. We get the latest on the investigation with Conor Lally Security and Crime Correspondent with The Irish Times. 

Dr Ruth Freeman, Director, Science for Society, Research Ireland tell us about magical world of newts and discuss biodiversity net gain. All with thanks to AIB Ireland.

Fianna Fáil became the first party to launch their election manifesto promising an increase in housebuilding, more gardaí and to reduce primary school class sizes. Tánaiste and Fianna Fáil Leader Micheál Martin joined Pat this morning live in studio to discuss their manifesto further.

When Donald Trump took the podium to claim victory at Mar-a-Lago in the early hours of November 6th, he was surrounded by his extended family, some of whom he had recruited to work in his first administration in the White House. Now, attention turns once again to how the relationship between the Trump dynasty and the West Wing will work this time round. Newstalk Reporter Simon Tierney has been exa...

With a new Defence Minister, Qatar pausing its role as mediator and Trump returning to the White House. We ask where does the Israel-Gaza conflict go next with Former Israeli hostage negotiator Gershon Baskin.

Smart glasses for Amazon drivers to keep an eye on deliveries? Newstalk Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly tells us more.

The 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference is continuing in Azerbaijan. Leaders reached one agreement yesterday but there is controversy over the Chair of Azerbaijan’s delegation using his role to set up investment in the state oil and gas company. We get the latest from COP29 with Freelance journalist Jack Parrock.

As the general election gets underway, Pat talks with Ivan Yates about the current state of play in constituencies, recent politics updates, and election predictions.

Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports on Irish spending habits and the hints that could help us afford the festive season.