Highlights From The Pat Kenny Show

Sinn Fein Leader Mary Lou McDonald has threatened to involve Senior government figures in a controversy surrounding the party’s handling of a child sex abuser. We get reaction and the latest on this with Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor at the Irish Independent.  

Pat was joined by television broadcaster Kathryn Thomas and GP Dr. Máire Finn to discuss the 'Together Against RSV' campaign. Kathryn shared her personal experience with RSV, a leading cause of respiratory illness in infants, when her own child contracted the virus at just 11 weeks old.

Pat was joined by Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald to discuss the party’s plans for a governance overhaul. This comes after Michelle O’Neill's apology over references provided for a convicted child sex offender. Mary Lou explained how Sinn Féin plans to address the growing controversy.

Pat was joined by Alexandra Ryan, Founder and CEO of Goss Media, to discuss the latest developments in the Wagatha Christie saga. Rebekah Vardy is disputing the legal costs she must pay after being accused by Colleen Rooney of leaking private information to the press.

In this special hour on Dublin crime, Pat was joined by reporter Josh Crosbie, Dublin City Independent Councillor Mannix Flynn, and a panel of experts to discuss the growing concerns about crime in the capital. Josh shared the views of residents and business owners, while Mannix Flynn and the expert panel, Irish Independent Journalist Paul Williams, Criminologist Triona O’Connor, and CEO of Dublin Town Richard Guiney offered their insights on what needs to be done before it’s too late.

Writer and playwright, Michael Harding, joined Pat to discuss his latest memoir, 'I Loved Him From the Day He Died'. Michael reflected on his spiritual journey along the Camino, accompanied by memories of his late father, whom he describes as a 'ghost' joining him along the way.

Pat was joined by Avril Clare, Owner and Managing Director of Avril Clare Recruitment, to talk about the property market. As flexible working conditions and benefits make the field more enticing, Avril shared insights on the challenges of retaining talent in Ireland.

Pat was joined by Declan Power, Defence and Security Analyst, to discuss the escalating situation in Lebanon. After an emergency meeting between Taoiseach Simon Harris and Lieutenant General Sean Clancy, questions arose about Ireland's role. Declan Power shared his perspective on why withdrawing our peacekeepers may not be an option.

David Quinn, Managing Director, Investwise Financial Planning is our expert today and he gives advice and guidance on all things mortgages.

Fighting, arguing and raising difficult issues with the people in your life. We get some guidance from Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist.

After 142 years of coal power and the nation behind the Industrial Revolution, Ratcliffe on Soar closed in the UK this week. It makes the UK the first G7 country to stop using coal power for electricity. Could we follow suit? Pat discusses this with Aoife Foley Professor in the School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering in Queen’s University.

Today marks the first anniversary of the October 7th attacks in Israel and the beginning of the war in Gaza. One year on, what has the progress been in a war that has cost thousands their lives in Gaza? We speak to Israeli ambassador Dana Erlich. 

John Mc Colgan multi-award-winning producer and director joined Pat in studio to chat about his new photo exhibition dedicated to the men and women of the RNLI.

Dublin Bus are hoping to tackle anti-social behavior by introducing private security. We hear about their plans with Dublin Bus CEO Billy Hann.

Enda Brady, Presenter of TRT News on the latest on UK news and politics as Cork man, Morgan McSweeney has been appointed as Kier Starmer’s Chief of Staff, following Sue Gray’s controversial departure. McSweeney is considered to be one of Starmer’s top aides and was credited with Labour’s landslide general election victory.

A very drawn-out goalless draw at Villa Park puts more pressure on Erik Ten Hag but all the drama was at Brighton and Spurs .Ger Gilroy looks back on the weekend of sport.

Despite a lack of amenities and local public services, Fingal County Council has given the go ahead for the second phase of a housing development in Donabate.  Our reporter Josh Crosbie went to Donabate to talk to the community and local representatives about the issue 

Extensive assets and a weak security culture make Ireland ‘ground zero’ for hybrid attacks and influence operations by Russia. So says Cathal Berry TD Independent TD for Kildare and Former Army Ranger and Cathal joined Pat this morning on the show.

The Friday Forum brings you the biggest stories of the week – Election speculation and the crisis in the Middle East. All up for discussion with John Lee Executive Editor Daily Mail Group Ireland, Emer Higgins Fine Gael TD for Dublin Mid West. Minister of State for Business, Employment and Retail and Richard Boyd Barrett TD People Before Profit TD for Dun Laoghaire.

We hear about the rise in personal injury claims and why it’s actually good news for businesses. Joining Pat to discuss all was Stuart Gilhooly  Senior Counsel and Solicitor at HJ Ward Solicitor LLP.