The Pat Kenny Show

Aquamation: an eco-friendly way of cremation using water instead of fire. Luke O'Neill tells us all about it.

It has been a summer filled with tragic accidents, many of which saw young people lose their lives. 

As family members and friends of these young people still come to terms with their loss, our reporter Aoife Kearns spoke to support groups, Gardaí and those who've lost loved ones in similar ways, to find out how best to get through a sudden tragic bereavement.

A GAA working group has been appointed to re-evaluate All-Ireland final days in Croke Park to address a range of issues, focusing on programme costs, curtain-raisers, presentations, and all other activities on the day. Shane Hannon takes a closer look at this.

How a landmark agreement between Ireland and Dubai could spell the end for the notorious Kinahan cartel. We hear how Dubai police officers are due in Ireland to assist Kinahan cartel investigation with Conor Lally Irish Times Security and Crime Editor.

The RTE board was in front of the Oireachtas media committee yesterday. To get a reaction to the appearance of the RTE board was Fionnan Sheahan Ireland Editor for The Independent and also David Davin Power Former RTE Correspondent.

With food supply chains still laden with ethical issues, we explore how consumers can bridge the gap and embrace sustainability to support workers in the industry.  Speaking to Pat this morning was Jo Linehan Editor of the Climate Supplement at the Sunday Times Ireland.

Joining Pat this morning was Minister Simon Coveney on his expectations for budget 2024.

Paraic brings us loads of gardening tips and advice this week and answers listeners' gardening queries.

This week as we examine young new actors in Hollywood, we’ll be focusing on the Irish four-time Oscar nominee, Saoirse Ronan who has featured in films such as “Brooklyn", "Lady bird," and "Little women”

Carl Dempsey died suddenly while taking part in the Gaelforce race in 2021, leaving behind his wife Lorraine and his 4 children. This week marks the second anniversary of his passing, and Lorraine is sharing her experience of loss and grief, the support she found helpful, new learnings about life and herself, and how to take on sole responsibility in looking after her children, one of whom has a disability.

Lorraine joined Pat in studio this morning.