Pat Kenny
IrelandbroadcasterMaleb. 19476.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Pat Kenny is a well-known Irish broadcaster and television presenter, recognized for his work on various programs, including 'The Late Late Show' and 'Kenny Live.' He has been a prominent figure in Irish media for decades, earning respect for his interviewing style and ability to engage with diverse topics, from politics to culture.
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Patrons included Pat Kenny, Bob Geldof and Ulick O’Connor.
Staff at Captain Americas recall the good times at soon-to-close Grafton Street restaurant – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-06-01
Pat Kenny phoned the then minister for communications, Jim Mitchell, on a beige handheld brick in a landmark moment.
I’ve had the same mobile number for 30 years and I feel like a dinosaur – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-04
Broadcaster Pat Kenny and his wife, Kathy, and their neighbours have won their long-running battle against plans to construct a five-storey, 104-unit nursing home on lands in Dalkey.
Pat Kenny wins planning row against proposed Dalkey nursing home – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-11
Pat Kenny signs off after more than four decades of daily radio.
Pat Kenny signs off after more than four decades of daily radio – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-30
Pat Kenny is a veteran presenter who is moving on from his weekday midmorning slot after nearly four decades.
‘I’m not going anywhere,’ says gloriously cranky Pat Kenny as he prepares to move on – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-30
Pat Kenny is a presenter who expresses disdain for certain global figures and their followers.
Shane Coleman and Ciara Kelly splutter over e-scooters – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-16
Pat Kenny is preparing to move on from his daily slot but remains engaged with his guests.
Katie Hannon hurriedly changes the subject on Drivetime – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-19
Pat Kenny is to present a new weekend show from March after his time slot is taken over by Claire Byrne.
Anton Savage is biggest winner to emerge from Newstalk’s schedule overhaul – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-15
Pat Kenny is a broadcaster who discusses various topics, including the visit of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
Kieran Cuddihy takes on the big debate – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-05
Pat Kenny is moving to a weekend show.
RTÉ Radio 1 most popular station as 2FM loses 24,000 listeners since last survey – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-06
Pat Kenny is moving to a weekend show, vacating the weekday morning slot.
Claire Byrne signs off from Radio 1 after ‘15 wonderful years’ with RTÉ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-31
Pat Kenny's departure triggered a vacancy that led to David McCullagh's new role.
‘There’s plenty of people in the long grass hoping I’ll fall flat on my face’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-19
Pat Kenny refereed the presidential debate between Catherine Connolly and Heather Humphreys.
five takeaways from the latest debate – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-15
Pat Kenny will be one of Newstalk's flagship presenters at weekends.
After last week’s radio reshuffle, what is the difference now between RTÉ and Newstalk? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-14
Pat Kenny echoes the unimpressed mood in advance of his interview with the Taoiseach.
Jack Chambers ducks responsibility, Éamon Ó Cuív twists the knife – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-10
Pat Kenny reflects on his skepticism towards dubious schemes while interviewing David McWilliams.
David McWilliams on the fraudsters using him in fake ads – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-12
Claire Byrne is set to replace Pat Kenny in Newstalk’s weekday morning slot.
Even if RTÉ stretched to its limit, Claire Byrne likely stood to gain 60% more by moving to Newstalk – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-02
Pat Kenny is a long-time union representative who discusses the challenges of safeguarding employees' mental health.
How to talk openly about your mental health in the modern workplace – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-01
Pat Kenny announced he was departing Radio 1 to join Newstalk for a new midmorning weekday show.
RTÉ were quick to name Claire Byrne’s successor, but Newstalk are the big winners here – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-29
In a statement Pat Kenny said he will be moving to a weekend slot in spring of next year, 'where I hope to make a big impact'.
Claire Byrne leaves RTÉ for Newstalk before expected pay cut – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-29Pat Kenny is a media personality whose show Nick Delehanty referenced in defense of his participation in discussions.
Nick Delehanty launches presidential campaign – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-26
Pat Kenny hosted the Frontline programme on RTÉ where significant debate occurred before the election.
This presidential election is unlikely to be dull – but remember how crazy 2011’s contest was? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-10
Pat Kenny discusses jellyfish with zoologist Tom Doyle on his show.
A broadcaster who knows when to speak, when to listen – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-08
Pat Kenny is a veteran host known for asking hard questions of politicians and pundits.
Pat Kenny gets curious, then angry, and finally jaundiced – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-25
Pat Kenny remains a vigorous presence behind the mic on Newstalk.
Ciara Kelly and Shane Coleman excel at jaded on-air grumbling – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-27
Pat Kenny is a broadcaster known for his sharp questioning of politicians.
‘God’s feet’ bring a pungent odour to Tom Dunne’s Newstalk studio – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-06
Pat Kenny interviews Kate Duggan about the challenges faced by the child and family agency Tusla.
Even dependable, phlegmatic Claire Byrne is alarmed by ‘adolescent brain’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-16
Pat Kenny is known for occasionally shocking gaffes during his broadcasts.
Newstalk’s Andrea Gilligan gives the Camogie Association’s pig-headedness short shrift – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-09
Pat Kenny is a broadcaster known for his sharp commentary on political issues.
Pat Kenny unleashes on ‘dictatorial and despotic’ Donald Trump – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-04
Pat Kenny asked a young Irish journalist about her recent move to Sydney during a radio segment.
Micheál Martin chuckling about the lack of housing was a stark reminder of Ireland’s identity crisis – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-16