The Pat Kenny Show
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Jul 9, 2025 • 15min
Are we getting closer to a ceasefire in Gaza?
U.S. President Donald Trump met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a second time this week to discuss the “close” progress of the 60-day ceasefire in Gaza. We get the latest on this with Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies, Bradford University.
Jul 8, 2025 • 13min
Elon Musk has announced that he plans to launch a new political party
Elon Musk has announced that he plans to launch a new political party in America the America Party. It comes after the Tesla founder has fallen out with Donald Trump over his recently passed Big Beautiful Bill. So could it have an impact? All to discuss with President of The Global Situation Room and former Director of Global Engagement at The White House during the Obama Presidency Brett Bruen.
Jul 8, 2025 • 7min
Irish Conductor and Musician David Brophy
Irish Conductor and Musician, David Brophy will conduct National Symphony Orchestra Ireland at the National Concert Hall in a compelling programme pairing Shaun Davey’s The Brendan Voyage with Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9, 'From the New World'. David joined Ivan to chat about his career and upcoming shows.
Jul 8, 2025 • 12min
Protecting against scam texts
A new policy to 'likely scam' text messages under new rules from Comreg is now leading to confusion over hospital appointments and much more. A number of large organizations have seen legitimate texts labelled scams. We get the details from Adrian Weckler Technology Editor with the Irish and Sunday Independent .
Jul 8, 2025 • 10min
What happened to the former Russia Minister Roman Staravoit?
The Kremlin yesterday announced that Vladimir Putin had sacked their Transport Minister, Roman Staravoit. Hours later, Russia’s Investigative Committee announced that he had been found dead. So, what happened to the former minister? We discussed this with Lindsey Hilsum, International Editor, Channel 4 News.
Jul 8, 2025 • 14min
The advantages of holiday in Ireland
In 2024 Irish residents took nearly 17 million overnight trips within Ireland. Despite the high cost many are still taking a staycation. Henry McKean has been looking at the advantages of holiday in Ireland.
Jul 8, 2025 • 13min
The deadline for Trump’s tariffs is extended once again
The deadline for Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariffs to come into effect has been extended once more, this time to 1st August. It means negotiations with the European Union can now continue for another three weeks. So how close are the pair to a deal? Koen Verhelst reports and analysis from Professor Ron Davies.
Jul 8, 2025 • 5min
The rise of coffee culture in Ireland
Ireland is known for being a nation of tea drinkers but lately that has started to change. All across the country people are swapping their cup of tea for an oat flat white or a medium roasted americano. As coffee now reigns supreme as Ireland's favourite break-time beverage has the coffee culture in Ireland reached new heights.Joining Ivan this morning was Paige Banks, Co-founder of GuyCoffee in Blackrock.
Jul 8, 2025 • 12min
What’s on the agenda for cabinet today?
Sean Defoe tells us what is on the agenda for cabinet today, if the Taoiseach really did switch his return flight from Japan to attend a match and if Mary-Lou is a likely candidate for the Aras!
Jul 8, 2025 • 10min
Could allergies put you at a higher risk for asthma?
High pollen levels are a concern for people across the country this summer. Studies show that they trigger hay fever and allergies, putting people at higher risk for asthma. All to discuss with Ruth Morrow, Respiratory Nurse Specialist at The Asthma Society of Ireland.
