The Pat Kenny Show

Is there an increase in abuse of referees in the GAA and what should we do about it? Shane Hannon joined Pat to discuss.

The Inaugural International Adult Safeguarding Conference at Trinity College on Friday 27 October. It will look at the issues around safeguarding older and vulnerable people. Speaking to Pat ahead of the conference was  Professor Amanda Phelan Professor in aging and community nursing at the Trinity school of nursing and midwifery.

Writer and broadcaster Stefanie Preissner to tell us about three books she recommends.

Tragedy strikes the US; at least 22 people have been killed in 2 mass shootings in Maine.  Terry Sheridan Managing Editor, WSHU Public Radio brought us the details.

We discuss the government’s call for Irish citizens to leave Lebanon with  

Declan Power, Defence and Security expert and we’re joined by a conflict mediator to discuss the latest in Israel and if negotiations, or a resolution, are anywhere in sight.

We hear from one of Ireland's leading dermatologists about the do’s and don’ts when it comes to winter skincare. Joining Pat this morning was joined on the show by Professor Catriona Ryan, Consultant dermatologist at Institute of Dermatologists.  

New proposals to ban mobile phones in schools, is this a good idea? For reaction, Pat was joined on the show by Simon Lewis Principal of Educate Together National School, Co.Carlow.

Paraic Horkan answers your green fingered questions and tells us the top things to do in your garden this week.

Newstalk Reporter Josh Crosbie brings us details of a course focused on the impact of violence against women and how consent is being taught to men behind bars.

Pat was joined by a panel to discuss the best way to care for people and family in their old age. Joining Pat this morning was Professor Rónán Collins, Geriatrician, stroke physician, and clinical lead at the Irish National Stroke Programme, Jenny Branigan, Owner of Total Physio  and also  Stephanie Regan, Psychotherapist and host of the Tough Love Podcast.