Highlights From The Pat Kenny Show

Paschal Donohoe’s departure for the world bank may leave a significant leadership gap in Fine Gael, so does Simon Harris now have to watch his back? and will Gerry the Monk Hutch run in the by-election in Dublin Central?  All to discuss with Sean Defoe, Newstalk Political Correspondent and Host of the Let me Explain Podcast.  

On this week’s technology slot, Newstalk's Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly talks about resetting the algorithm as we face into a busy few weeks on social media. All with thanks to Renault.

As Minister for Finance Pascal Donohoe announces his resignation, who are the runners and riders to replace him? Sean Defoe takes us through the possible replacements and Robert Troy, Minister of State at the Department of Finance discusses working with Pascal Donohoe.

Christmas is about connection, not perfection. But then December shows up and we all start sprinting and getting stressed. If Christmas is really about connection, how do we actually build that starting right now November is your secret weapon.Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist explains.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has vowed to overhaul state energy companies following a corruption scandal that has rocked his government.But corruption scandals are not anything new to Ukraine having been a feature of its prewar history. corruption was, however, something Zelensky promised to clean up during the 2019 election. So how much of a feature has corruption been to Ukraine's recent history? All to discuss with Emmanuelle Chaze, Ukraine Correspondent, France24 and RFI.

In 2026, Dr Norah Patten will become the first Irish person in space. Joining her on that mission is crewmate Dr Shawna Pandya where they will complete a research mission and travel on-board the Virgin Galactic's commercial spacecraft Delta. The two astronauts have taken time out of their busy schedule as they prepare for this mission to chat to Pat this morning.

Dublin Lord Mayor Ray McAdam reacts to the news that Pascal Donohoe, Minister for Finance is to resign to take up a position at the World Bank.

Minister for Finance Pascal Donohoe is to resign from Government to take up a position at the World Bank. Jack Horgan-Jones brings us the breaking news. 

A 60-year-old woman has died and her husband is in a serious condition in hospital, after they were stabbed near their home in Cork city last night. We get the latest on this with Ralph Reigel, Southern Correspondent for the Irish Independent.

Our expert this morning Margaret Barrett of Mortgage Navigators who took a look at the hidden costs of buying a home and answers listener’s mortgage questions.

Last night, a fire was started in Kilmore West playground. The newly opened playground saw parts of it burnt out. After at least six years of pushing for this playground, it now has to close until it can be safely repaired and reopened. We heard from Cllr Alison Field Dublin Bay North The Labour Party.

Here to take us through an inside look at some of the biggest crime stories and scandals in Irish history is crime journalist and author Paul Williams. Paul has a brand-new book out now, titled ‘Crooks 2’, a sequel to his previous bestseller ‘Crooks’. ‘Crooks 2’ chronicles some of Paul’s most notorious exposés.  

Lung cancer is the deadliest cancer in Ireland with an estimated 1900 deaths per annum and its the second most common cancer in Ireland for women. While many associate this type of cancer with smokers, one in five diagnosed people have never smoked in their lives.  One of these people is Susan Leatham who was diagnosed in 2021 and Susan spoke to Pat this morning along with Helen Forristal, Director of Nursing with the Marie Keating Foundation.

Trump says he “has nothing to hide” as he calls for a vote to release Epstein files. Pat discusses this and more with Brett Bruen, President of the global situation room and a former U.S. Diplomat.

Communities in Ardee, Carrickmacross, Drumconrath and Lanarkshire in Scotland have been devastated following a car crash which claimed the lives of five young people this weekend. Speaking to Pat on the tragedy was Mgr Shane McCaughey, Parish Priest, Carrickmacross and Paula Butterly TD, Fine Gael, Louth. 

Last night people all around Ireland were celebrating Ireland's win against Hungary and the man of the moment Troy Parrott!Henry McKean met Troy Parrott's friends and family at the Bridge Tavern in Portland Row after they watched Troy's hat-trick, beating Hungry 3-2 in Budapest and getting Ireland to The World Cup play offs in March.

here were scenes of joy and jubilation in Budapest last night as Ireland defeated Hungary 3 nil. Ireland’s world cup dream remains alive and well after Ireland forward Troy Parrott proved to be a hat trick hero. However, Parrott wasn’t the only sportsman to hit a hat trick for Ireland as Mack Hansen's return resulted in a three-try hit against Australia. It was a successful day for Andy Farrell's side as they dominated the Wallabies with a 46–19 win. And Rory McIlroy ended the golf season by clinching a seventh race to Dubai title, his fourth in succession.All to chat with Colm Boohig from Off The Ball and Keith Tracey, former Republic of Ireland winger.

A new report has found that Ireland's energy policy needs to be rebalanced to meet the needs of its citizens. With rising costs in electricity prices and the growing concerns of energy security, how can Ireland better look after the needs of consumers as well as ensure energy security?  Pat discusses this and more with Eamonn O’Reilly, Chairman of the Energy and Climate Action Committee.

A Garda investigation is continuing into a car crash which claimed the lives of five young people in County Louth over the weekend. Three people remain in hospital being treated for their injuries. Barry Whyte, Chief Reporter Newstalk reported for us from Couty Louth on the impact and reaction to this tragedy.

Séamus McGrath TD, Spokesperson on Housing, Fianna Fáil, Cork South-Central, Kathleen Funchion MEP, Sinn Féin, Ireland South, and Kevin Doyle, Group Head of News, Irish Independent were our Friday Forum today.