Highlights From The Pat Kenny Show

This Sunday marks the 50th anniversary of the pardon of President Richard Nixon. Will the whole notion of executive clemency be  on the agenda if Donald Trump,  a convicted felon, regains the White House. Simon Tierney Newstalk Reporter and Presenter looks back on this time in history.

We get the latest on where is the line between a dream wedding and a nightmare for guests with Sara Kennedy Editor and Irish Wedding Blogger.

On a date, flying solo or out with the family. We hear some top tips for what to get up to if you are out and about over the weekend with Éadaoin Fitzmaurice Travel and Food content creator. 

How did the Paralympic Movement start? And who were the first Irish paralympic heroes? Cameron Hill from Off The Ball joins us to talk through.

The big issue of how celebrity endorsement affects people especially when they spread misinformation. Anton discusses this with David Robert Grimes, Author and Disinformation expert. 

Sunshine might decrease your risk of heart disease and cancer according to new report. We get the details with Luke O'Neil Professor of Biochemistry at the school of Immunology, Trinity College.  

We hear the latest on that tragic school shooting in Georgia and get analysis on the latest in Gaza, including the campaign to ban trade between Ireland and the Israeli-occupied West Bank. Anton discusses this and more with Scott Lucas Professor and Political Analyst, Clinton Institute, University College Dublin.

As Hospitals report challenges finding staff for general pediatric surgeon roles, we hear from a surgeon about a new model of care futureproofing the sector. Speaking to Anton this morning was Chair of the Working Group for the General Pediatric Surgery Model of Care, Co-lead of the National Clinical Programme in Surgery, and former President of RCSI. 

Learning sustainability skills for September . We hear about the courses, free workshops etc you can sign up for this autumn to learn sustainability skills. Everything from natural fragrance workshops to energy saving online courses. All to discuss with Jo Linehan, Editor of the Climate Supplement at the Sunday Times Ireland  and Sustainability columnist Irish Country Magazine.

Mad, Isn't It? is a hilarious and moving story about life, friendship, (young) motherhood and taking risks. Emma Doran joined Anton to chat about her new memoir.

230,000 children in Ireland are estimated to experience material deprivation according to the ESRI, what impact is that having on children? We discuss with Suzanne Connolly, CEO at Barnardos.

TV host, wine maker and author Graham Norton joined Anton this morning to chat about his latest novel Frankie, which is a decade sweeping story telling the story of Frankie Powell, who has never been the leading lady in her own life.

This morning Diarmuid Gavin brings us the story behind the wonderful Iveagh Gardens.

Shaun of the Dead, Death Becomes Her and the Menu are all up for discussion on this week’s Inside Hollywood. It’s the turn of the comedy horror.

As the final Grenfell inquiry report has just been released Enda Brady Presenter with TNT Worldwide looks through the findings.

Allowing a child to be independent is difficult. A 2019 study at the University of Michigan found that a quarter of parents admit to impeding their teen’s independence, saying it’s just quicker and less hassle to do things themselves. How much independence should we be giving them? We discuss with Colman Noctor Child Psychotherapist and Columnist with the Irish Examiner.  

Just what is the sound that left an astronauts ‘baffled’ while on board a Boeing Starliner spacecraft. 3.8 million passengers through Ireland’s two busiest airports in August. All to discuss with Kevin Byrne Retired Lieutenant Colonel Airport Safety and Security expert 

Northern Irish actress Rachel Tucker became best known for her interpretation of Elphaba in London's West End production of Wicked. After playing the role for three years and over one thousand performances she became the show's longest running consecutive 'Green Witch'. She’s now bringing a tour to Ireland. Rachel joined Anton this morning on the show. 

Anyone who travels through Dublin city centre is still getting used to the new transport plan that came into force last week.  Josh Crosbie did a test drive and told us how and other fellow drivers got on.

Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland discusses the second largest diamond ever found. Also an AI analysis of climate policies over the last 20 years. All up for discussion in this week's Green Scene.All with thanks to AIB Ireland.