Highlights From The Pat Kenny Show

With the budget for 2026 just around the corner, childcare costs are on the high agenda for the government this year. Minister for Children Norma Foley is expected to introduce a tax relief for parents this year to reduce costs but how will this impact providers?   All to discuss with Jack Horgan Jones, political correspondent with the Irish Times and also Elaine Dunne, Chairperson of the Federation of Early Childhood Providers.

John Fardy Presenter of Screentime takes a look at 'The House Of Guinness'. The news Netflix drama series which explores the legacy of the Guinness family and their iconic brewery.

Moldova heads to the polls this weekend in an election that could decide whether it moves closer to EU membership or Russia and Russia is peddling disinformation. David Robert Grimes looks at this and the disinformation around sex education in the new primary school curriculum.

An Taoiseach Micheál Martin heads to Canada today to meet with Prime Minister Mark Carney following his attendance at the UN General Assembly. Joining us to discuss the visit was our own Political Correspondent Sean Defoe who is in Canada. 

We often hear about the sale of drugs on the dark web, but what if it's actually just as easy to order drugs, as it is to order a pizza to your door? A rise in demand for instant access to drugs has led to the development of apps, and the use of apps already in existence, to buy and sell illegal substances. Our reporter Emily Keegan investigates the growing use of apps and drone deliveries for such a service.

Miriam Hussey helps us unlock our ‘inner pharmacy’ as we discuss her new book, ‘Light Up’.

There is no evidence that taking paracetamol causes autism. The painkiller acetaminophen or paracetamol is one of the most widely taken drugs during pregnancy, used by roughly half of all pregnant people worldwide.  Professor Luke O’ Neill debunks the dangerous and unsafe myths said by Donald Trump.

As budget day looms closer, the Taoiseach has announced that second homes will not fall under the first-time buyers' scheme.   However, housing is still expected to big a big part of the budget as a tax break for developers is set to be on the cards. But will this help the government reach their housing targets as wages in the construction industry continue to rise?  All to discuss with Karl Deeter from Irish Mortgage Brokers.

We discuss how Nearly 8 in 10 employers are now using AI in recruiting. Ivan discussed this further with Managing Director of Futurewise and and is an expert on future trends and a much sought-after speaker and adviser on the future of work.

Sustainability journalist  Jo Linehan, take a look at sustainability of tv and film industry.

Professor Niki Ralph, Consultant Dermatologist with the Institute of Dermatologists joined Ivan in studio to discuss skincare awareness month.

Today marks the first full day in campaigning for the Presidential election with all three candidates taking to the campaign trail across the country. Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor, Irish Independent brings us the latest on the campaign.

The Phoenix Park is one of the largest enclosed public parks in any European capital and remains one of Dublin’s greatest assets, a place of pasture, woodland, monuments and institutions.  Diarmuid Gavin, award winning garden designer  tell us about its' history.   

If you’re a political junkie, and you want to take your hobby on holiday, what are the great political sites you can actually visit? Pól Ó Conghaile, Travel Editor, Irish Independent brings us all the details.All with thanks to Ryanair.

Yesterday, Donald Trump delivered his address to the United Nations assembly leaving world leaders aghast at some of his remarks.  Trump criticized European countries' migration and climate policies, during a scathing speech to the United Nations that also took aim at the body itself. We speak to Sean Defoe, Newstalk Political Correspondent and Host of the Let Me Explain Podcast on his address and the reaction after.

Singer songwriter Gavin James joined Ivan in studio to chat about his new album 'Goldrush.

Traitors Ireland finished up last night after infighting, lying and tears but who came out on top and why was this the most successful programme on RTE since Strumpet City? Henry McKean stayed up last night at a watch party and met the winners.

Two detectives, a murderer and seven deadly sins. The 1995 film ‘Seven’ is a dark thriller featuring Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman, Kevin Spacey and Gwyneth Paltrow that will keep you on your toes.  Lisa Cannon, TV Host and Head of Studio at DMG Media joins me in studio now to tell us more about the darkness, the deals and the actors. 

Israel’s bombardment of the Gaza strip continues as hospitals in the territory buckle under the pressure of the number of casualties. For the latest on the situation there we heard from Gregg Carlstrom, Middle East Correspondent, The Economist.

Scientists have established a link between exposure to air pollution and increased risk of developing Lewy body dementia. Also volcanic eruptions could become more frequent and more severe as climate change accelerates melting glaciers. All up for discussion with Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Research for Society For Research Ireland on this week's Green Scene.All with thanks to Repak.