Highlights From The Pat Kenny Show

A child who refuses to go to school can be difficult to manage – what should you do about it and why is it happening? Dr Richard Hogan joins us to talk through the issues parents and students face.

With the Dublin marathon just a few weeks away, we get the best tips on how to manage the rest of your training and if you might be considering taking up a marathon. Joining Pat was John Treacy, former CEO of the Irish Sports Council and silver medalist at the Olympics.

Can an affair ever lead to true love?  Pat was joined by Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist to examine the topic of affairs.

The death toll climbs as the most powerful storm on record devastates south-east US and Trump calls Harris mentally impaired Terry Sheridan joins Pat with the latest.

We get all the motoring news with Geraldine Herbert including import charges on cars and a call for a review of the internal combustion ban.

The true crime series ‘the case I can't forget’ returns for a new season tomorrow at 9.35pm on RTÉ one and RTÉ player. The series will reveal behind-the-scenes stories of some of Ireland's biggest criminal investigations, from the atm heists of 2019, a 2-part special on notorious Dublin criminal Martin Cahill, and finally, will revisit the first ever human trafficking case convicted in Ireland.  Joining Pat ahead of the release was Dr Pat Leahy, Former Garda Assistant Commissioner for Dublin.

David Dunn, Professor of International Politics joined Pat with the latest on Israel. Hamas declare Israel have killed its leader in Tyre in Lebanon. Death toll rises to 1000 in Lebanon including three senior leaders in PLDP in Beirut strike. Israel have also opened a new front in their military campaign in Yemen. 

The Irish Women’s rugby team secure an epic win against New Zealand and what is the future for Erik Ten Hag with a heavy loss to Tottenham at Old Trafford?To answer that Pat was joined by Nathan Murphy, Broadcaster with Off The Ball 

How are far-right election gains in Germany and Austria shaping Europe’s political landscape? Joining Pat to answer that was Rosie Birchard, Journalist with DW News.

Minister for Justice Helen McEntee has signed a commencement order to increase the maximum sentences for four knife-related offences. Pat was joined by leader of Aontu Peadar Tobin.

What's going to show up in the budget tomorrow, what political impact will it have and does it point to a General Election coming sooner rather than later? – Pat spoke to Ivan Yates.

Our Friday Forum look back on the stories of the week. Joining Pat today was Neale Richmond, Fine Gael TD and Minister of State with Responsibility for Financial Services, Credit Unions and Insurance, Fionnan Sheehan, Ireland Editor, Irish Independent and Ivana Bacik, Labour Party Leader.

Donald Trump is now set to meet Ukranian President Zelensky this morning. We get a reaction from Republicans Overseas about the U-Turn. Jennifer Ewing, Spokesperson, Republicans Overseas UK.

Adrian Barry joins us to preview this weekend’s sport. Arsenal hoping to maintain their unbeaten streak, and Manchester United and Tottenham go face to face at Old Trafford. Elsewhere, all provinces play in the URC this weekend and Shane Lowry is the lone Irish golfer at the Spanish Open,  

Gareth Mullins will be talking us through apple and blackberry crumble with vanilla custard. A perfect desert to try this weekend.

Mike Sheridan, Filmmaker, Journalist and Director joined Pat on the show to chat about his new documentary called Amplified: The Exportation of the Culture Wars which will be premiered at the Irish Film Institute Documentary Festival on September 28th.  The film observes the crossover of American culture and politics over Ireland via political figures. The documentary draws attention to the United States' impact on the Dublin riots in November 2023.

Another lane closure but is this the way to tackle crime on our streets?  We discuss with Olivia Kelly, Dublin Editor with Irish Times

Wrapping up warm can involve functionality as well as fashion. Stylist Aoife Dunican give us advice on how you can make the most of your winter wardrobe.

What is it like to have dementia? Now you can try a virtual simulator which is travelling around the country giving people an opportunity to experience what it’s like. Josh Crosbie reports on this for us.

Amid calls for a ceasefire, Lebanon may be facing a ground offensive from Israel. We get the latest from Sally Hayden, Irish Times Correspondent and Author live from Beirut.