The Pat Kenny Show
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Jul 10, 2025 • 11min
How to talk to those affected by misinformation
How to talk to those affected by misinformation. Dealing with the consequences of those affected by misinformation Conspiracy theorists tend to operate in polarised echo chambers, closing them off to other source. Approximately 25% of the population are susceptible to conspiratorial ideation, something many of us realised during the pandemic in family Whatsapp Groups.Speaking to Ivan this morning was Dr David Robert Grimes, Author and disinformation expert .
Jul 10, 2025 • 7min
Boxed with John Fardy features 'Smoke'
John Fardy looks at Apple TV’s latest series Smoke This new miniseries by Dennis Lehane, starring Taron Egerton and is based on a true crime podcast. Egerton plays Dave Gudsen, a former firefighter who became an arson investigator after a traumatic callout put an end to his original career.
Jul 10, 2025 • 12min
After 40 years in the property sector Pat Davitt steps down from IPAV
After 40 years in the property sector, Pat Davitt is stepping down as CEO of IPAV. His long career has seen him defend auctioneers on national radio, highlighting why small builders are vanishing from Irish towns, and shedding light on the challenges shaping Ireland’s housing market today. Creating a statutory obligation for a seller’s pack to be prepared in advance of a property going on the market is still on his agenda. Pat joins us in the studio to discuss all of this.
Jul 10, 2025 • 9min
When Ireland dominated Wimbledon!
Cameron Hill tells us about Irelands dominance of the Wimbledon in the 1890S. We look at the interesting figures of Willougby Hamilton and Joshua Pim- Hamilton is also allegedly responsible for introducing football to Dublin.
Jul 10, 2025 • 9min
International adoption is nearly impossible in Ireland
A recent study on intercountry adoption by the Adoption Authority of Ireland, shared the experiences of a group of people who were adopted from a foreign country by an individual or couple in Ireland. The study highlighted the importance of supporting intercountry adopted people, while also bringing awareness to a system that needs reform.Ivan this discusses this further with Orla Traynor Chairperson of the Board at Adoption Authority of Ireland.
Jul 10, 2025 • 8min
Science with Luke: Why are we living so long?
In the 18th century, the average global lifespan was just 28.5 to 32 years. It's now between 72.6 and 73.2. The questions is how can we go and do we really want to? Professor Luke O’Neill Professor of Immunology at Trinity College Dublin discusses all with Ivan.
Jul 10, 2025 • 6min
Plastic free July
We hear about the global movement of plastic free July. All to discuss with Jo Linehan, editor of the climate supplement at the Sunday Times Ireland.
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Jul 10, 2025 • 27min
Michael O’Leary on passenger caps and more
In this engaging discussion, Michael O’Leary, Group CEO of Ryanair, delves into the ongoing passenger cap at Dublin Airport, which hampers growth despite government commitments to lift it. He highlights the legal implications tied to EU regulations and the urgent need for policy changes. O’Leary shares insights on air traffic management challenges and nighttime restrictions affecting long-haul flights. He also reflects on Ryanair's ambitious plans for expansion amidst industry hurdles and talks about the broader implications of aviation growth on local communities.
Jul 10, 2025 • 10min
President Macron UK visit highlights
French President Emmanuel Macron is on his final day of a three day state visit to the United Kingdom today. Along with attending a state reception at Windsor Castle hosted by King Charles, there has been plenty of political discussions too around migrants crossing the Channel and nuclear deterrence. We discuss this further with Mark Paul, London Correspondent, The Irish Times.
Jul 10, 2025 • 28min
Minister of State, John Cummins discusses housing, planning and more
Minister of State, John Cummins joins us on the show today to discuss housing and planning issues in the country. From costly judicial reviews stalling housing development, staff shortages in local authorities, and delays in measures like modular housing.
