The Pat Kenny Show
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Pat brings you the sharpest analysis of news and current affairs on the radio and fresh perspectives on the issues that will define a generation. Breaking news is interwoven with reflective news features and reports from a variety of reporters based across the country. Experts are on hand to guide listeners on everything from consumer and employment rights and health issues to savvy holiday options. And Pat is joined by all the best personalities from the entertainment world.CONVERSATION THAT COUNTS | Ireland’s national independent talk station for news, sport, analysis and entertainmentListen to Newstalk at http://newstalk.com/listenlive | Download the GoLoud app now, the new home for Newstalk
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Dec 13, 2024 • 18min
A look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum
We take a look back on the stories of the week on our Friday Forum. Joining Anton this morning was Neale Richmond TD, Fine Gael, Dublin-Rathdown, Minister of State with responsibility for Financial Services, Credit Unions and Insurance, Jennifer Whitmore TD, Social Democrats, Wicklow, Spokesperson for Climate, Environment and Biodiversity and Daniel McConnell, Editor of the Business Post.
Dec 13, 2024 • 5min
Things to do this weekend incoming
Éadaoin Fitzmaurice, Travel and Food content creator tells us about some great things to do this weekend.
Dec 13, 2024 • 11min
Managing vertigo
Over a lifetime 20-30% of people in the general population will experience vertigo. Vertigo’s symptoms can range from mild dizziness to chronic nausea and vomiting. We hear here how debilitating it can be and the differing ways of treating the condition including how physiotherapy can prove highly effective for some.Joining Pat in studio was Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist and cohost of the Tough Love podcast who discussed her experience of vertigo and also Lesley Lowe of the BallsBridge Physiotherapy clinic.
Dec 13, 2024 • 9min
Navigating the Christmas office party
It is well and truly work Christmas party season, a time where colleagues can catch up and unwind. To discover how we go about Christmas parties, we heard from Caroline Reidy, Managing Director of the HR suite and an HR and employment law expert.
Dec 13, 2024 • 13min
Reporting on domestic violence rehabilitation programmes
It's no secret that Ireland is experiencing an epidemic of domestic violence. Supporting victims and survivors is incredibly important, but does it actually tackle the problem? Should we turn our attention to helping offenders instead or at least as well? Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports:
Dec 13, 2024 • 8min
What is the EU Mercosur Trade Agreement?
Last weekend the EU agreed a new trade deal with four Mercosur countries, Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay. But it still needs to be ratified by at least 15 EU countries representing 65% of the population. To look through the new parts of the deal and its history we were joined by Charles Lichfield of the Atlantic Council.
Dec 13, 2024 • 11min
Should we be keeping cash deposits in our house?
As the cyber warfare threat increases in Europe, the Dutch Central Bank has issued an unprecedented warning to citizens to consider keeping cash at home. But should we be keeping cash deposits in our house? We discuss with Eoin Keary, Founder of Edgescan.
Dec 13, 2024 • 11min
Advice when renewing your health insurance
The end of the year is coming which means its health insurance renewal time. With premiums rising significantly a new provider in town and with benefits under the axe, we get tips to get you covered ! All to discuss with Dermot Goode Insurance Expert at Total Healthcover.Ie A Lockton Company.
Dec 13, 2024 • 15min
Journalist Lara Marlowe on interviewing Bashar Al Assad
Journalist and Writer Lara Marlowe joined Anton this morning to discuss the moment she interviewed Bashar Al Assad a short time before he was declared President of Syria.
Dec 12, 2024 • 9min
The work of the Society of St Vincent de Paul this Christmas
The Society of St Vincent de Paul expects to have its busiest year on record this Christmas. The charity is supplying everything from toys, clothes, food and more to those struggling this time of year. Josh Crosbie has been meeting with some of the volunteers, and those using the services of St Vincent de Paul at Christmas.
