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From the archive: Bafta award winning actress Miriam Margolyes

2026/02/03

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk. Bafta award winning actress Miriam Margolyes has lived quite an extraordinary life from Black Adder to Harry Potter to the cover of Vogue at the age of 83. All of this and so much more is documented from A - Z in her book 'The Little Book of Miriam'. Miriam joined Pat in studio to chat all about her book, life and more. Join Pat every Saturday & Sunday morning from 10am, starting in March.

From the archive | Is Alex Ferguson dead to Roy Keane?

2026/02/02

Ahead of Pat Kenny's move to weekends at the beginning of March, we've delved into the archives to bring you some of the best pieces from his dozen-and-a-half years of mornings on Newstalk. First up, we head back to 2014 for an in-depth conversation with ex-Republic of Ireland and Manchester United captain Roy Keane. In this discussion, Pat asks Roy about chances of a reconciliation with Alex Ferguson, and when he knew his playing days should have ended. Join Pat every Saturday & Sunday morning from 10am, starting in March.

A look back on the new stories of the week

2026/01/30

This week our Friday Forum was Neale Richmond TD, Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora, Fine Gael, Dublin-Rathdown, Conor Sheehan TD, Spokesperson on Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Labour, Limerick City and Sinéad O’Carroll, Editor, The Journal.

‘Melania’ feature length documentary, which releases today

2026/01/30

A who’s who of republican politics in the United States lined out at the Kennedy Centre’s red carpet for the premiere of the ‘Melania’ feature length documentary, which releases today. But will it be a box office hit or flop? All to chat with Dee Reddy, Podcaster and Cultural Commentator.

Friday Food with Gareth Mullins

2026/01/30

Gareth Mullins dishes up chocolate fudge cake with milk chocolate ganache and fresh raspberries.

The border crossing at Rafah is set to reopen

2026/01/30

This Sunday the border crossing at Rafah is set to reopen since its closure back in May of 2024. this will be the first time people will be allowed to move to between Gaza and Egypt in nearly two years. Egyptian authorities are said to be prepared to provide aid to any wounded humanitarians as the decision comes as at the remains of the final deceased hostage in Gaza, Ran Gvili, had been recovered. For more on this we heard from James Elder, UNICEF Spokesperson .

One union is looking for new working rules due to bad weather

2026/01/30

A Status Yellow Rain warning is in place for seven counties today, and further flooding is expected in Dublin. People are continuing to grapple with the damage to their homes and businesses caused by Storm Chandra, and now one union is calling for the government to protect workers from extreme weather as well as ‘climate leave’. but how will this work and is it actually feasible? Pat discusses this further with Tom Fitzgerald, Unite Regional Coordinating Officer.

A look ahead to the weekend of sport

2026/01/30

Today is the men's semi-final day at the Australian Open with world number one Carlos Alcaraz hoping to make it to the final after his match against Alexander Zverev. and favorite Aryna Sabalenka will meet Elena Rybakina will meet in Saturday's final in Melbourne. Also this weekend will see the return of the national football and hurling leagues as they both get underway.

Predicting how well patients with breast cancer will respond to treatment

2026/01/30

In Ireland, it is estimated that one in seven women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lives. While treatment options have improved, it is difficult to understand which treatment will work best for each patient. Scientists have now developed a DNA blood test that can predict how well patients with breast cancer will respond to treatment. Dr Iseult Browne, a clinical research fellow at the Institute of Cancer Research and first author of the study.

John Simpson on recent world politics

2026/01/30

It's only been 30 days since 2026 began and it's safe to say chaos has replaced the status quo. From US threats to invade Greenland, the capturing of Nicolas Maduro, the shooting of two civilians by ICE agents and yet another threat of nuclear action against Iran looms. As the world continues to grapple with the new normal, what can we expect next? Pat discusses this further with John Simpson, BBC World Affairs Editor.

Boxed with John Fardy reviews Steal on Amazon Prime

2026/01/29

Steal is a contemporary, high-octane six part thriller about the heist of the century. and the ordinary office worker who finds herself at the heart of it. Available on Amazon Prime. John Fardy Presenter of Screentime tell us all about.

Children as young as seven being used a drug mules

2026/01/29

Children as young as seven coming to school on drugs and being used as drug mules. Fine Gael TD for Louth Paula Butterly told the Oireachtas Justice Committee what she has been hearing in her constituency and Paula explained all to Pat this morning.

Irish table tennis stars over the years!

2026/01/29

Last week, Timothee Chalamet received a nomination for Best Actor at the upcoming Academy Awards, for his role in Marty Supreme, a film based on the life of table-tennis maestro, Marty Reisman. The film has prompted a renewed interest in table tennis and Irish table tennis has attracted and produced plenty of attractive characters over the years, as Off The Ball’s Cameron Hill explains:

February is oesophageal awareness month

2026/01/29

February is oesophageal awareness month, and despite Ireland being recognised internationally for excellence in the clinical management of oesophageal cancer, nearly 70% of survey respondents say they would not be confident recognising the early warning signs of oesophageal cancer. Professor John Reynolds, the National Lead on oesophageal cancer, joined Pt to discuss the importance of early diagnoses, and how you can help fundraise.

Broadway legend Kim Crisswell on her life in show business

2026/01/29

Broadway legend Kim Crisswell joined Pat on the show to talk about her life in show business. Also to tell us about her show “Broadway Sound: The 1960s & 70s” on Wednesday 18th February 2026, 7:30pm at the National Concert Hall, Dublin.

Mac an tSionnaigh 2025/08/31

Pat Is a Radio Legend

Pat brings sharp analysis. Henry McKean does not. Henry needs to find a new career path as he is not a reporter. He’s more of a detraction than an add...

GalwayAbroad 2025/12/23

Blatantly Biased

Pat cannot hide his Trump derangement syndrome. 99.9% of his contributors on United States affairs are liberals. Whenever he (almost never) has a cons...

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