Highlights From The Pat Kenny Show

Job seekers at risk amid surge in CV-writing scams, warns LinkedIn. The professional networking site revealed over a third of job scams reported on the platform globally now involve offers to write or improve CVs. We discuss this further with Donal O'Donoghue Managing Director Sanderson Recruitment.

The demographic time bomb. Does Trump have the solution?  People are having fewer babies: Is the end of our species nigh. Professor Luke O’Neill tells us more.

Rossa Mulcahy, Chief of Staff, Lieutenant General of the Defence Forces was appointed his role on 1st june. taking this position, Lieutenant Mulcahy faces multiple issues.  Firstly, Irish peacekeepers must wait to find out the future of the Lebanon peace mission as a un vote will take place later this week.  Also, the Defence forces face recruitment and retention issues as personnel numbers continue to fall. Rossa Mulcahy, Chief of Staff, Lieutenant General discuss all with Pat this morning on the show.

Second Hand September is an annual campaign, primarily by Oxfam Ireland, that encourages people to refuse to buy new clothes for the entire month of September and instead choose to buy and wear second-hand items. We hear all about it with Sustainability Journalist  Jo Linehan.

As the countdown for the Áras race continues, Fianna Fáil are edging closer to announcing their nominee. While former Dublin GAA manager Jim Gavin remains to be a strong favourite, another candidate by the name of Louise Richardson has now entered the fore.  So who will Michael Martin’s party choose to run? All to discuss with Ireland Editor with The Irish Independent Fionnán Sheehan.

Consultant Dermatologist Professor Caitriona Ryan joined Pat in studio this morning to answer listener's skin related questions.

Following a reduction in grade inflation in leaving cert results, the CAO was released yesterday. Guidance Counsellor and Columnist with the Irish Times Brian Mooney joins to provide CAO advice. 

Picture the walled gardens of a great estate, dew still clinging to the glass panes of the hothouse. Inside there is warmth, a breath of tropics coaxed into an Waterford dawn.  Diarmuid Gavin, award winning garden designer tell us about a Downton Abbey moment in fruit.

As students all across the country are set move away for college, what impact does it have on their parents? Children leaving the household brings unexpected challenges for parents. Stephanie Regan looks at how children leaving the home can effect parents.

According to CSO statistics from 2023 four in ten adults report experiencing sexual violence in their lifetime, clearly it is an issue that needs to continue to be highlighted. But is how rape is depicted on tv and in movies reinforcing myths around sexual violence? Pat discusses this further with Rachel Murrough Chief Executive Dublin Rape Crisis Centre.

This week on Inside Hollywood, we take a look at one of most iconic films in cinematic history .Gone with the Wind. Lisa Cannon, TV Host and Head of Studio at DMG Media tell us all about the stars and the making of this treasured movie.

AI has significantly increased the cybercrime risk to all businesses. Smarttech247 have estimated that over 70% of businesses in Ireland are vulnerable to AI powered cybercrime. We discussed this further with Raluca Saceanu  CEO of cybersecurity firm Smarttech247.

This week on the Green Scene, how the horseshoe crab is breaking free from the pharma industry, and a new superfood for bees. All to chat about with Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Research for Society For Research Ireland. All with thanks to Repak.

There is growing demand for the European Union to act against Israel since the latest attack on a Gaza hospital. For more on this Pat was joined on the show by Naomi O’Leary, Irish Times Europe Correspondent and also Paul Rodgers, Professor Emeritus of Peace Studies at Bradford University.

Local authorities are continuing to pause the Tenant-in-Situ Scheme. the scheme allows councils to buy property from landlords when a tenant is at risk of homelessness.   However, because of a lack of funding, councils are being forced to pause the scheme. What does this mean for people facing eviction? Pat discusses this further with Mary Conway, Chairperson of the Irish Property Owner Association and Owner of Janus Estates.

This week on the commuter slot with Conor Faughnan, he discusses the return of the school traffic and the concern about age profile of road deaths with 30% under 30 years old. 

Independent candidate Nick Delahanty launched his presidential bid yesterday, claiming if he gets on the ballot he won’t come last. Fianna Fail still haven’t put a candidate forward, Jim Gavin in the frame for them but does he want it? Billy Kelleher won’t rule himself out of the race to the Áras continues. Sean Defoe, Host of the 'Let Me Explain' podcast. Political Correspondent for Newstalk brings us the latest on the race.

From its wild peninsulas to its wonderful food, West Cork can be a wildly beautiful destination. Beyond the likes of Kinsale and Clonakilty, however, why does so much of it still feel like a secret? Pól Ó Conghaile, Irish Independent travel editor, is just back. All with thanks to Ryanair.

As pupils all across the country return to school and university, Jess Kelly is here to provide a list of gadgets for back to school. So whether its a reliable laptop bag, a subscription for Grammrly or even just a wireless mouse Jess gives us the best gadgets for returning back to school.

VHI have announced an average price release of 3% from 1st October 2025.  The increase follows as the cost of delivering healthcare also continues to rise. What does this mean for customers and how can they shop around for the best deal. Speaking to Pat this morning was Dermot Goode from Health Insurance Ireland.