Highlights From The Pat Kenny Show

Movember’s Real Face of Men’s Health report draws on new research to reveal a concerning picture of men’s health in Ireland The report findings show men in Ireland are dying too young, from largely preventable causes; two in five of all male deaths are premature under the age of 75 and men are 40% more likely to die prematurely across the five leading causes of premature death. To discuss these findings Ivan was joined by Cliona Fitzpatrick, Director of Policy and Evidence at Movember.

How do we feel when we know we have been left out? From a WhatsApp group, a social event– planned holiday. How do you react? What is going on emotionally and psychologically? Could we slow down our reactions and help ourselves to cope better.  Ciara Doherty discusses all with Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist.

Ger Herbert Motoring Editor with the Sunday Independent brings us all the motoring news and updates. We hear how 61% of Irish drivers say their next used car will be electrified. Nearly half (48%) prefer hybrid, while many remain cautious about battery-only cars. 

Laura Dowling, the fabulous pharmacist and author joined Ciara in studio to discuss her new book ‘Love Your Vulva’! 

Our expert today was Julie Galbraith, Chair of the Employment Law Association of Ireland. Julie explained what our contract should look like and what does an employer need to include on a contract.

A memorial service for Charlie Kirk took place in Arizona yesterday with both his widow and President Donald Trump. CNN’s John King brings us full analysis on this and much more.

We look back on a busy weekend of sport. With Kate O’Connor securing a silver medal in Tokyo, England and Canada through to the Women’s Rugby World Cup Final, Liverpool triumphant in the Merseyside Derby, and Lewis Hamilton failing to attain a podium finish in the Azerbaijan grand prix. Colm Boohig from Off The Ball looks back on a busy weekend of sport.All with thanks to Visit Pennsylvania

Dublin Airport had to deal with two major issues over the weekend. An evacuation of Terminal 2 over the weekend and a cyber attack on a check in provider. Both are still having knock on impacts. Kevin Byrne LT Col retired Airport Safety and Security Auditor.  

This morning we take a look into the presidential election as the deadline for nominations approaches.  Maria Steen and Gareth Sheridan will need more support from Councilors, TD’s and Senators if they want to become the next presidential candidate. And Meta has removed Facebook posts about Jim Gavin for violating standards. All to discuss with Harry McGee Political Correspondent Irish Times.

The announcement of nation-wide rent pressure zones has triggered a mass exodus of landlords from the market.  A real estate alliance report reveals a major spike in landlords selling up after the government announcement in June. Joining Ciara Doherty this morning to discuss further was Seamus McCarthy Spokesperson for REA.

Friday Forum look back on the new stories of the week. Joining Pat live from The Townhall Theatre in Westport was Keira Keogh TD, Fine Gael, Rose Conway-Walsh TD, Sinn Féin and Michael Duffy, Editor, Mayo News.Our show today live from Westport was with thanks to Destination Westport.

Gareth Mullins brings us two classic Irish recipes. A Smoked haddock Chowder celebrates fantastic Irish smoked Haddock and also a apple black berry crumble.

Recently, there seems to be a revival or surge in the amount of people wanting to learn Irish and especially with the popularity of Irish speaking bands like kneecap. We discuss the importance of keeping the Irish language alive with Caitlin Ni Dhubhsaigh Bannister Oideachas Uisce and also Eimear Ní Ghallachóir, Oifigeach Pleanála Teanga with Gaeilge Iorrais in the North Mayo Gaeltacht.Our show was live from the Westport Townhall Theatre today with thanks Destination Westport.

The traitors and a banished faithful. Patrick Hughes restaurant owner Westport and a faithful from The Traitors Ireland joined Pat on the show today live from The Westport Townhall Theatre with thanks to Destination Westport.

History, Industry and much more, we take a deep dive next into Westport history with local Historian James Kelly.

Looking ahead to this weekend in sport, the Premiere League back again this weekend with an exciting lineup with a Merseyside derby set for Saturday, the women’s rugby world cup semi-finals. F1 goes to Baku for the Azerbaijan grand prix, and the Tokyo world athletics championships are coming to an end this weekend. Colm Boohig from Off The Ball previews this busy weekend of sport.With thanks to Visit Pennsylvania.

It’s the final day of the Ploughing Championship in Screggan just outside Tullamore and Henry McKean is there for us.

Yesterday, Pat went out on Westport Cruises in Clew Bay to hear about the history of this coastal town. From St Patrick throwing a bell down his mountain to cute seals, Pat hears it all from the crew of Westport Cruises.Our OB live from the Westport Townhall Theatre was with thanks to Destination Westport.

After over forty years in public office, Michael Ring bowed out at General Election 2024. Michael joins us in Westport to look back at his career and talk about his adjustment to life outside politics.Our show broadcasting live from Westport was with thanks to Destination Westport.

Like so many parts of the country, Westport has also been impacted by the housing crisis. Many people are now returning to the county due to the emergence of working from home, which is putting pressure on the existing supply. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie, has been meeting with locals to hear how much demand there is for housing.Josh joined Pat on the show as we broadcast live from the Westport Townhall Theatre with thanks to Destination Westport.