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A brief history of garden making with Diarmuid Gavin
15/03/2026 | 6 mins.
How long have we had this curious human instinct to choose a piece of ground, enclose it, plant it, and care for it? And how have the ideas behind gardens evolved over the past ten thousand years? Joining Pat to discuss is Diarmuid Gavin, award-winning garden designer joined Pat Kenny on the show to discuss.
Jessica Woodlock reports from London for St Patrick’s Day
15/03/2026 | 5 mins.
While all eyes might be on the White House for St Patrick’s Day this year, celebrations are already underway around the world. For the first time ever, every Government minister is travelling abroad to mark the occasion. Our reporter Jessica Woodlock spoke with the Tánaiste in London and joined Pat to discuss.
Richard Boyd Barrett on his recovery from cancer
15/03/2026 | 13 mins.
With Daffodil Day coming up next week, many people across the country will be reflecting on the impact of cancer on them, their families, and their communities. One person who has recently shared his own experience is People Before Profit TD, Richard Boyd Barrett, who recently received the all-clear but spoke of the harsh reality of the treatment and the long road to recovery.
Henry reports from Los Angeles ahead of the 2026 Oscars
15/03/2026 | 9 mins.
It’s Oscar day, and at midnight tonight, we will find out whether or not Jessie Buckley becomes the first Irish woman to win in the best actress category, but what do the locals think of the Oscars? Do they like it? Do they even watch? Henry McKean joins Pat from Los Angeles to discuss.
What is so attractive about the latest EVs?
15/03/2026 | 12 mins.
With fuel prices on the rise, many people are looking for an EV as their daily driver. Current figures show electric cars are actually outselling both petrol and diesel models in the new car market, but what is so attractive about the latest models? Joining Pat to discuss is motoring editor with the Sunday Independent, Ger Herbert.

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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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