The Pat Kenny Show

A New Zealand Cat curbing competition has proved controversial, but is that an approach we should be taking to save our wildlife and eco systems? We discuss with John Gibbons Environmental Journalist.  

Pacific grey whales have shrunk by 13% in two decades, according to a new study that sheds light on the impact of climate change on marine mammals, and scientists fear this could have a significant impact on whale health. Also, an extensive aerial survey in South Sudan has revealed an enormous migration of 6 million antelope – the largest migration of land mammals anywhere on Earth. We get the det...

New car sales figures for June EV  sales are down 25%. We discuss these figures and more with Geraldine Herbert Motoring Editor and Columnist for the Sunday Independent.

Aer Lingus and the union representing its pilots are to meet at the Labour Court on Wednesday afternoon. After facilitating eight hours of discussions on Monday, the Labour Court decided to use its authority to have a formal meeting on Wednesday, after which it will issue a recommendation. To get the latest Ivan spoke to Eoghan Corry Editor of Air and Travel Magazine. 

The drama continues in the Euros with the Portugal Slovenia game heading to penalties, tears from Ronaldo and will Bellingham be allowed to play in England’s next game? John Duggan from Off The Ball has all the latest.

This week on the show, Newstalk's Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly reviews the Loop Quiet 2 earplugs and also answers listens tech queries. All with thanks to Viatel Technology Group.

A Fine Gael order has hinted at an upcoming General Election, so what date could it be? And how will it fall for the various parties? All to discuss with Aisling Moloney  Political Correspondent with the Irish Daily Mail and Former RTE Journalist and also Hugh O’Connell, Political Editor of the Sunday Times Ireland.

US Supreme Court grants Trump partial immunity in criminal prosecution case. President Biden has condemned the decision. We get the latest on this with Terry Sheridan Managing Editor/News Director, WSHU Public.

Coffee sales have boomed in recent years and continue to rise. The popularity of coffee has led to many people opting to meet in a café over the pub.  Our reporter, Josh Crosbie has been looking into Ireland’s coffee culture and the effects of caffeine.

There’s a new commission leading the EU. Ivan spoke to Jane-Ann McKenna the CEO of Dochas about the EU following the visit to Dublin of the EU Commissioner.

Ever wish you learned good money habits at a young age? Sinead Ryan Irish Independent Journalist and Presenter of the Home Show discusses things we probably should have been taught in school.

Infections of COVID and other viruses is on the rise, with a summer wave apparently upon us. But is there reason to worry? We ask Kingston Mills Professor of Experimental Immunology, School of Biochemistry and Immunology, Trinity College Dublin.  

Several significant changes to the proposed Dublin City Centre Transport Plan have been laid out at a Dublin City Council. The discussion also comes in the wake of of Minister of State Emer Higgins calling for a delay on its implementation. To discuss further with Ivan this morning was Daithí Doolin Sinn Féin Councillor for the Ballyfermot/Drimnagh Area.

In a new development, a formal Labour Court hearing will be held tomorrow in the dispute between IALPA Pilots and management at Aer Lingus.  It follows talks which lasted late into the night at the Labour Court. We get an update on this with Anne Marie Walsh Industry Correspondent, Irish Independent.

Our expert will be here to discuss helping your child to sleep during the summer months as school holidays and travel impact their routine. Joining Ivan this morning was Lucy Wolfe sleep specialist and author.  

England make it through to the Euros quarter finals, Galway surprise Dublin in the Senior Football Championship and Wimbledon kicks off today. Kathleen McName brings us all the sports news.

Driver Theory Test Changes Coming in to effect this week : As of Monday, July 1, the 2024 version of the driver theory test administered by the RSA will go live at examination centres across the country. This new test will feature updated questions and new images that are more relevant to current road safety standards and legislation. We get the latest from Conor Faughnan Transport Consultant and...

Stephanie Regan Clinical Psychotherapist and host of the Tough Love Podcast tell us about the importance of forgiveness.

Trouble in space. Two NASA astronauts are stranded on the International Space Station as concerns over space debris mount. We’ll be finding out just what’s going on up there?

A number of leading NGO's are calling for the reform of the family courts bill that is currently going through the Oireachtas. They believe that as it stands, the family courts offer inadequate facilities and processes to protect children and couples. To discuss further Ivan was joined on the show by Clíona Saidléar  Executive Director of the Rape Crisis Network Ireland and also Peter Doyle&n...

From carpets to slug pellets wool is a versatile natural material. Despite this, there is no money to be made for farmers. An average sheering cost of €3 per sheep, means the prices being paid for wool won’t be come close to covering shearing costs. We ask is there even any money to be made from wool? Speaking to Ivan this morning was Darren Carty Sheep and Schemes Editor, Irish Farmer’s...

With Labour topping all major polls we look ahead to one of the most anticipated general elections in decades with George Parker – Political Editor with The Financial Times and Edwina Currie Writer, Broadcaster and former Conservative MP.

Aer Lingus management and the Irish Airline Pilots Association (IALPA) will attend the Labour Court this afternoon in a bid to resolve their ongoing pay dispute. We get the latest from Eoghan Corry Editor of Air and Travel Magazine.

Missed goals from Gazza and Robbie Brady’s wonder goal. We take a look at some of the best Euros moments with Colm Boohig, Producer of Off The Ball Breakfast.

We look back on the news stories of the week with our Friday Forum. Joining Anton this week was  Roisin Shorthall Social Democrats TD for Dublin North West,  Fionnan Sheehan Ireland Editor, Indepdent.ie   and Timmy Dooley Fianna Fail Senator for Clare.