The Pat Kenny Show
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Apr 3, 2025 • 16min
The world continues to grapple following President Trump’s tariffs
As the world continues to grapple following President Trump’s announcement on tariffs, businesses are scrambling to keep customers and investors happy during the chaos. Tom Keogh, CEO of Keogh’s Crisps urges that companies' businesses will need to look at other markets, but Government support is needed. Tom joined Pat on the show along with Darragh Calleary, Minister for Rural and Community Development the Gaeltacht and Social Protection.
Apr 3, 2025 • 18min
How will companies change in response to the US tariffs?c
Donald Trump last night announced a raft of new tariffs as part of his ‘Liberation Day’. Among those tariffs announced were 10% worldwide tariffs and 20% on the EU. We ask how how will companies change in response to tariffs. All to discus with Founder, Clonakilty Whiskey Michael Scully along with Mairead McGuiness, Fine Gael, former Vice President of the European Parliament and EU Commissioner.
Apr 3, 2025 • 16min
Increased Garda visibility in Dublin and does it make a difference?
Gardai patrolling the streets in Dublin have been told to get tough on crime. A new policy of increased Garda visibility has been introduced in the capital in recent weeks with a focus on tackling anti-social behaviour, drug dealing, aggressive begging, thefts and shoplifting.Foot patrols will be concentrated on O’Connell St, Henry St, Talbot St and Bachelor Quay in particular. But is the new policing policy a short term measure or will it be permanent? And will it make a difference?Our Chief Reporter Barry Whyte has been finding out…
Apr 3, 2025 • 10min
If vaccines don’t cause Autism what Does?
If vaccines don’t cause Autism. What Does? The risk of autism develops before we are even born. All to discuss with Professor of Biochemistry at the School of Immunology, Trinity College Luke O'Neill.
Apr 3, 2025 • 6min
We find out all about 'Earth Month'
April is Earth month. Editor of CLIMATE, Sunday Times Ireland and Sustainability columnist Irish Country Magazine Jo Linehan tells us what that means and what practical things you can do in the coming weeks to leave a positive mark.
Apr 3, 2025 • 11min
The efforts and dynamics of communion season
It is Communion season once again. We talk about the effort that goes into a communion, the fashion, family dynamics, the cash in the card, the ceremony and where you go to celebrate. All to discuss with mum of two and Freelance Journalist Niamh O’Reilly.
Apr 3, 2025 • 26min
We have a full examination of Trump’s tariffs
Donald Trump last night announced a raft of new tariffs as part of his ‘Liberation Day’. Among those tariffs announced were a 10% worldwide tariff and 20% on the European Union.We get reaction to these tariffs with Scott Lucas, Professor and Political Analyst, Clinton Institute, UCD, Dr Nora Strecker, Assistant Professor in Economics, UCD and also Bertie Ahern, Former Taoiseach.
Apr 2, 2025 • 10min
Garden Stories with Diarmuid Gavin: Mount Congreve
Garden Stories: Mount Congreve, the Magnate, the Magnolias, and the Masterpiece. Today on Garden Stories, we return to one of the greatest gardens in the world and the singular man behind it. Diarmuid Gavin tells us all.All with thanks to Tirlán CountryLife.
Apr 2, 2025 • 15min
What to watch for on liberation day
At 9pm tonight, Donald Trump will announce his raft of new tariffs, expected to take effect from tomorrow. So what should we be looking out for this evening from President Trump. To discuss with Pat was Sean Defoe, Political Correspondent, Newstalk and Dan O’Brien, Chief Economist, IIEA.
Apr 2, 2025 • 13min
Some Cork residents and businesses under a boil water notice for 15 years
Some Cork households, schools and businesses have now been under a boil water notice for 15 years. Many are spending a fortune on bottled water. Henry McKean visited East Cork and sent this report.
