Highlights from The Pat Kenny Show

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk.Fair weather fan versus true supporter, were you a fan of Formula 1 before Drive to Survive? We investigate the Netflix-effect with Rob Hartnett CEO of Sport for Business.

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk.Who is Gavin Newsom and is he the new darling of the Democrats? To discuss further Pat was joined on the show by Brett Bruen, President of the Global Situation Room and Former Director of Global Engagement at the White House during the Obama Administration.

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk.Actor and Author Hugh Bonneville joined Pat on the show today to chat about his new book 'Playing Under The Piano'.

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk.Young people are urged to consider the priesthood and religious life. That is the call from Bishop Phonsie Cullinan of Waterford and Lismore who spoke to Pat this morning.

Journalist and writer Paul Howard chats to Pat about his three all-time favourite books.

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk.Writing a will can be a daunting task even for young, healthy people. but if you die without a will, your loved ones will find it much more difficult to gain access to your finances and make your final arrangements. What are the best ways to legally prepare for that eventuality? Our expert today to answer all these questions was John Costello Solicitor at Noble Law Solicitors Past President of The Law Society of Ireland.

He hasn't gone away, you know... The Pat Kenny Show will return on March 7th in its new weekend slot of 10am to midday. Pat will set the agenda for your weekend; blending engaging guests with the most important talking points to you, with a sprinkling of culture in the mix too. And to keep up with everything on the show, all you have to do is keep following this very podcast feed - either on the GoLoud app or wherever you get your podcasts.

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk.High in the Andes the mountains rise in sheer ridges, their flanks cut with cliffs and ravines, their summits capped with snow. To the casual eye they seem forbidding, a landscape of rock and cloud where little could grow. Yet if you follow the river valleys upward into the Sacred Valley of the Incas you begin to see an extraordinary sight. The Inca Gardens of Ancient Peru. To tell us the story of the wonderful sight is Diarmuid Gavin, award winning garden designer.

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk.Former player and manager Roddy Collins joined Pat on the show to chat about his new book 'The Rodfather' which details his fascinating life in football.

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk.You may know the CIA from fiction, but how does the actual agency work around the world? Tim Weiner has reported on the agency around the world and joins us to discuss the work of the agency in the 21st century which he details in his new book ‘The Mission'. Tim Weiner, Pulitzer Prize-winning author joined Pat Kenny on the show.

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk.How many ants are on Earth? and what are forever chemicals? Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland has the answers in The Green Scene.

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk.In July last year Emmy winner Rosie O'Donnell joined Pat in studio to chat about her new life in Ireland.

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk.The 39th edition of the Eurovision took place on the 30th April 1994 a big night for Irish talent, our very own Paul Harrington and Charlie McGettigan were victorious with Rock n Roll kids. Paul and Charlie spoke to Pat about that glorious night 30 years ago.

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk.Broadcasting live from The Anantara Marker Hotel, Pat was joined by an Irish actor known for his iconic role in The Guard and Game of Thrones, Liam Cunningham will be discussing Israel, Dublin Riots, and his new Netflix documentary ‘3 Body Problem'.

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk.Author and former state pathologist Marie Cassidy joined Pat to discuss her newest novel ‘Deadly Evidence', a sequel to her bestselling debut novel ‘Body of Truth'.

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk.Ireland and Britain's relationship is as intertwined as it has so often been violent and traumatic. In these Divided Isles, the award-winning author and journalist Philip Stephens charts the dramatic century since the political leaders David Lloyd George, Michael Collins, Winston Churchill and Éamonn De Valera alongside those of millions of Irish emigrants. With the complicated relationship between Ireland and Britain, could it ever end up with a United Ireland? All to discuss with Philip Stephens - Writer, Historian and Author of 'In These Divided Isles'.

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk.Alexander Dukalskis from UCD looks at the rise of authoritarianism and how countries have put the internet and universities, things the west value as ways to spread democracy to use to enhance their regimes.Join Pat every Saturday & Sunday morning from 10am, starting in March.

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk.The Christmas season brings with it lots of merrymaking and in spite of less drinking happening overall and the availability of many zero alcohol products, many of us will be getting drunk. And soon afterwards, many of us will regret it. Surely the answer is simple: to avoid a hangover, just drink less? Alas, that is easier said than done. Alcohol's inhibition-reducing effects can undermine the steeliest resolve.All to discuss with Professor Luke O Neill , Professor of Biochemistry at the school of Immunology, Trinity College. Join Pat every Saturday & Sunday morning from 10am, starting in March.Download the brand new GoLoud App in the Play Store & App Store right now! We have got you covered!

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk.The obsession with air force one through the ages is explained by our reporter Simon Tierney.Join Pat every Saturday & Sunday morning from 10am, starting in March.Download the brand new GoLoud App in the Play Store & App Store right now! We have got you covered!

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk.Bafta award winning actress Miriam Margolyes has lived quite an extraordinary life from Black Adder to Harry Potter to the cover of Vogue at the age of 83. All of this and so much more is documented from A - Z in her book 'The Little Book of Miriam'. Miriam joined Pat in studio to chat all about her book, life and more.Join Pat every Saturday & Sunday morning from 10am, starting in March.

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk. First up, we head back to 2014 for an in-depth conversation with ex-Republic of Ireland and Manchester United captain Roy Keane. In this discussion, Pat asks Roy about chances of a reconciliation with Alex Ferguson, and when he knew his playing days should have ended. Join Pat every Saturday & Sunday morning from 10am, starting in March.

This week our Friday Forum was Neale Richmond TD, Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora, Fine Gael, Dublin-Rathdown, Conor Sheehan TD, Spokesperson on Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Labour, Limerick City and Sinéad O'Carroll, Editor, The Journal.

A who's who of republican politics in the United States lined out at the Kennedy Centre's red carpet for the premiere of the ‘Melania' feature length documentary, which releases today. But will it be a box office hit or flop? All to chat with Dee Reddy, Podcaster and Cultural Commentator.

Gareth Mullins dishes up chocolate fudge cake with milk chocolate ganache and fresh raspberries.

This Sunday the border crossing at Rafah is set to reopen since its closure back in May of 2024. this will be the first time people will be allowed to move to between Gaza and Egypt in nearly two years. Egyptian authorities are said to be prepared to provide aid to any wounded humanitarians as the decision comes as at the remains of the final deceased hostage in Gaza, Ran Gvili, had been recovered.For more on this we heard from James Elder, UNICEF Spokesperson .

A Status Yellow Rain warning is in place for seven counties today, and further flooding is expected in Dublin. People are continuing to grapple with the damage to their homes and businesses caused by Storm Chandra, and now one union is calling for the government to protect workers from extreme weather as well as ‘climate leave'. but how will this work and is it actually feasible? Pat discusses this further with Tom Fitzgerald, Unite Regional Coordinating Officer.

Today is the men's semi-final day at the Australian Open with world number one Carlos Alcaraz hoping to make it to the final after his match against Alexander Zverev. and favorite Aryna Sabalenka will meet Elena Rybakina will meet in Saturday's final in Melbourne. Also this weekend will see the return of the national football and hurling leagues as they both get underway.

In Ireland, it is estimated that one in seven women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lives. While treatment options have improved, it is difficult to understand which treatment will work best for each patient. Scientists have now developed a DNA blood test that can predict how well patients with breast cancer will respond to treatment.Dr Iseult Browne, a clinical research fellow at the Institute of Cancer Research and first author of the study.

It's only been 30 days since 2026 began and it's safe to say chaos has replaced the status quo. From US threats to invade Greenland, the capturing of Nicolas Maduro, the shooting of two civilians by ICE agents and yet another threat of nuclear action against Iran looms. As the world continues to grapple with the new normal, what can we expect next?Pat discusses this further with John Simpson, BBC World Affairs Editor.

Steal is a contemporary, high-octane six part thriller about the heist of the century. and the ordinary office worker who finds herself at the heart of it. Available on Amazon Prime. John Fardy Presenter of Screentime tell us all about.

Children as young as seven coming to school on drugs and being used as drug mules. Fine Gael TD for Louth Paula Butterly told the Oireachtas Justice Committee what she has been hearing in her constituency and Paula explained all to Pat this morning.

Last week, Timothee Chalamet received a nomination for Best Actor at the upcoming Academy Awards, for his role in Marty Supreme, a film based on the life of table-tennis maestro, Marty Reisman. The film has prompted a renewed interest in table tennis and Irish table tennis has attracted and produced plenty of attractive characters over the years, as Off The Ball's Cameron Hill explains:

February is oesophageal awareness month, and despite Ireland being recognised internationally for excellence in the clinical management of oesophageal cancer, nearly 70% of survey respondents say they would not be confident recognising the early warning signs of oesophageal cancer. Professor John Reynolds, the National Lead on oesophageal cancer, joined Pt to discuss the importance of early diagnoses, and how you can help fundraise.

Broadway legend Kim Crisswell joined Pat on the show to talk about her life in show business. Also to tell us about her show “Broadway Sound: The 1960s & 70s” on Wednesday 18th February 2026, 7:30pm at the National Concert Hall, Dublin.

Republicans are standing up to the White House to protect health, science and space research funding from draconian cuts. All to discuss with Luke O'Neill, Professor of Biochemistry and Immunology, Trinity College Dublin.

In the aftermath of the flooding and Storm Chandra, have we done enough for our flood defences? Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment and Minister For Transport, Fianna Fáil Darragh O'Brien discusses this along with scrambler regulation and retrofitting grants.

What measures are retailers taking to make being more sustainable easier for consumers? All to discuss with Jo Linehan, Climate and Sustainability Journalist.

Last night president Donald Trump threatened a major new strike on Iran after preliminary discussions between Washington and Tehran. Taking to Truth Social last night, Trump demanded that Iran come to the table to negotiate “a fair and equitable deal no nuclear weapons.”To discuss further Pat spoke to Larry Donnelly, Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at the University of Galway and Columnist with TheJournal.ie.

Met Éireann is warning of continuing flooding risks as a status yellow weather warning is in effect for six counties in the South East. We get the latest forecast and reaction to comments from the Minister for Housing. Joining Pat was Alan O'Relly, Carlow Weather and

That is, of course, Stockton's Wing's tune Over the Moors, which most of you will probably know better as the song that was the Liveline theme tune up until last autumn. It adorned the time of Marian Finucane on that show and the twenty-six-year tenure of the man sitting in front of me, Joe Duffy. Now, exactly a day over seven months since his last Liveline, Joe is settling into a much freer lifestyle without the demands of a daily radio show. Joe Duffy joined Pat Kenny on the show to discuss his first seven months of retirement since leaving Liveline.

Bernard McMahon occupies a quiet but pivotal position in the formation of American horticulture. Born in Ireland around 1775, he was part of a generation shaped by political unrest, agricultural hardship and limited opportunity. Like many educated and ambitious young Irishmen of the period, he looked west. When he arrived in Philadelphia in the mid-1790s, the United States was still an experiment, politically fragile, culturally uncertain and botanically dependent on Europe. Gardening in the early republic was largely an act of imitation. Estates, town gardens and productive plots alike leaned heavily on English precedent. Imported seeds dominated the market, and success was measured by how closely a garden resembled those left behind. Diarmuid Gavin, Award Winning Garden designer joined Pat Kenny on the show to discuss.

In 2022, the leaders of the Kinahan Cartel were hit with a collective fifteen million bounty on their heads by U.S. authorities. In the years that followed, the gang has remained active, but much less so on these shores. So, as we approach the tenth anniversary of the Regency Hotel shooting next week, how has the gang been operating in the years since the U.S. sanctions and bounties? Stephen Breen, Crime Editor of the Irish Sun and Co-Author of Kinahan Assassins and John Hand, News and Crime Correspondent with the Irish Sun and Co-Author of Kinahan Assassins are filling in the gap with their latest podcast, Kinahan's Downfall, which releases today joined Pat Kenny on the show to discuss.