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Join Bobby Kerr for Ireland's premier business show covering all enterprise-related topics from personal finance to business news.

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    Executive Chair: Aisling Hassell

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2025 12:38


    Former Airbnb executive Aisling Hassell now leads Daha Wellness. She sits down with Bobby to talk about leaving the corporate world behind and building something with purpose.Listen here.

    Industry Review: Remote Working

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2025 20:57


    Aidan O'Shea from Otonomee, Caitlín McConn, Operations Manager at Grow Remote, and Dee Coakley, Co-founder and CEO of Boundless, join Bobby to explore how remote working has evolved from a pandemic fix to a permanent fixture.What will employers' new approach to work mean for productivity, culture, and the future of business?Listen here

    Robot Taxis in Silicon Valley

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2025 10:53


    Rafe Uddin of the Financial Times joins us to explain how autonomous taxis are gaining ground in Silicon Valley and what it might mean for cities around the world.Listen here.

    Allsorter – Fighting Fake CVs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2025 11:43


    Declan Murphy, Founder and Chair of Allsorter, talks about how AI-generated CVs are flooding recruitment and how his company is helping separate fact from fiction.Listen here.

    Éist Coffee

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2025 8:57


    Bobby is out and about to visit Éist Coffee in a Glenegeary to find out if coffee and commuting really go hand in hand — and what it takes to run a business in a unique location like a train station.Listen here.

    The Business Pages

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2025 23:45


    Lorcan Allen of Keating & Associates and Joan Mulvihill, Digitisation Lead at Siemens, join Bobby to run through the top business headlines from the weekend papers.Trump tariff talks continue, and Intel's troubles are among the stories in the headlines this weekend.Listen here.

    Executive Chair: Luke Hanlon, MD of SuperValu & Centra

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 11:53


    Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair is Luke Hanlon, Managing Director of SuperValu & Centra.

    We Need New Leaders: Mastering reputation management to reshape the C-Suite

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 9:47


    Charlotte Otter is the author of 'We Need New Leaders', a book that helps aspiring CEOs from diverse backgrounds land and keep the top jobs. Charlotte joins Bobby to discuss.

    Conor Pope on Lidl's 25 years in Ireland

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 12:21


    This week marks the 25th anniversary of Lidl's arrival in Ireland. Conor Pope joins Bobby to discuss the impact Lidl has made on the Irish supermarket sector and more.

    Industry Review: Digital Marketing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 21:20


    For this week's Industry Review, Bobby is joined by three leading voices in Ireland's digital marketing and transformation space. Caroline Dunlea is the CEO and Co-Founder of Core OptimisationJane McDaid is the Founder of ThinkhouseSeamus White, Co-founder & Head of Digital Marketing at Granite DigitalTogether, they explore how their companies have evolved in recent years, how they're responding to changes in client needs and consumer behaviour, and where the digital marketing landscape is headed next.

    Out & About: Bees On The Roof

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 11:23


    Bees On The Roof was established in 2019 by Emma Finn, a professional beekeeper with a passion for nature, biodiversity, and making a real difference to Ireland's declining bee population. Bobby popped out to her earlier in the week to find out what all the buzz was about.

    Bobby's Business Roundup with Doug Keatinge & Linda Daly

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 23:32


    Joining Bobby to go through the main business stories from the Saturday papers is Doug Keatinge of Avolon & Linda Daly, Business reporter with the Sunday Times.

    Industry Review: Ecotourism

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2025 19:07


    Conserving the environment, supporting local communities, and providing meaningful experiences for visitors - it's all part of ‘Ecotourism' - a fast-growing arm of Ireland's tourism strategy for the future. Joining Bobby to discuss is:· Paddy Mathews, Head of Operations for Ireland's Hidden Heartlands with Fáilte Ireland · Liam Feeley, Chief Executive Officer at Mountaineering Ireland · Niamh Lunny, from the Irish Landmark Trust · Jarlath O'Dwyer, CEO of the Burren Ecotourism Network

    What does the future hold for Ireland's pharma sector?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2025 10:02


    Things may be getting serious for Ireland's pharma industry after Tuesday's threat by Donald Trump to impose a 200% tariff on US pharma companies who fail to repatriate their production within a timeline. What would that mean for Ireland? Bobby is joined by economist Cormac Lucey & David Anchell, the founder and managing director of Camida.

    From Chaos to Clarity: How Data Visualization can Save the World

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2025 12:05


    Bobby is joined by James Eagle, author of 'From Chaos to Clarity: How Data Visualization can Save the World'.

    Executive Chair: Jayne Owen–Gauld, Market Manager for IKEA Ireland

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2025 12:47


    Joining Bobby in this week's Executive Chair is Jayne Owen–Gauld, Market Manager for IKEA Ireland.

    Bobby's Business Roundup with Robert Whelan & Susan Hayes-Culleton

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2025 23:12


    Joining Bobby to run through the main business stories of the day are Susan Hayes-Culleton, host of Taking Stock here at Newstalk & Robert Whelan of Rockwell Finance.

    Out & About at 'Stronger You For Life'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2025 10:41


    From the age of 30, evidence shows that we naturally lose significant muscle mass and bone density. Bobby headed out to 'Stronger You For Life' in Rathmines, a personal fitness business that looks to create a solid, sustainable, and well-informed framework that helps people develop their own fitness toolkit.

    Industry Review: Chefs & Restaurateurs 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2025 23:54


    Bobby speaks to chefs & restaurateurs to get a sense of just where this vital industry sits as we face down inflationary and staffing pressures.Guests:● Anna Haugh, Executive Head Chef & owner of Myrtle Restaurant in London● JP McMahon, chef, restaurateur, and author (owner of Cava, Aniar, and Kombu)● Jessica Murphy, Murphy Head Chef and co-Proprietor at Kai Restaurant in Galway● Will Dempsey, Restaurateur & Owner of Hang Dai on Camden Street

    The Executive Chair: Brian Walsh, CEO, VHI Group

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2025 12:00


    Brian Walsh, CEO, VHI Group sits down with Bobby to discuss the work his group does in the area of healthcare.

    The Hot Box Sauna

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2025 9:31


    Bobby is out and about again and this time he's steaming up in a sauna on Killiney beach and learning more about The Hot Box Saunas.

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    The Irish motor finance sector in 2025 is bustling with activity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2025 9:46


    Derek Kavanagh, the Head of Motoring with Bank of Ireland, joins Bobby to discuss why 2025 is a hive of activity for the Irish motor finance sector.

    Alan Whelan author of The Sales Professional's Handbook

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2025 9:34


    The Sales Professional's Handbook is essential reading for anyone working in sales, considering a career in sales or just curious about how a key element of the world of business functions. Alan Whelan chats to Bobby about his new book.

    Bobby's Business Roundup with Breda Browne and Ciaran Hancock

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2025 24:11


    Bobby is joined by Breda Browne and Ciaran Hancock to discuss this week's top business stories.

    Ciara Troy, founder of Oishii Sushi

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 10:52


    Inspired by her time studying Japanese business & language in Tokyo as part of her BESS degree from Trinity College Dublin, Ciara Troy founded Oishii Foods fresh out of college, wanting to share her love of Japanese food with the Irish public. Ciara joins Bobby in studio to chat about the business and to try a few samples.

    Executive Chair: Enda Keogh, Owner & Director of Peters Pub

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 9:52


    Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is Enda Keogh, Owner & Director of Peters Pub.

    Indispensable: The No Bullsh*t Guide to Thriving in the Workplace

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 14:39


    Indispensable is the no-nonsense guide to getting ahead, thriving at work, and building a successful career. It's also about taking back control in a time where AI, the cost of living crisis, and general job market competitiveness are causing everyone anxiety. Author Chris Hirst joins Bobby to chat about it all.

    Industry Review: Comedians

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 19:00


    Joining Bobby for this week's Industry Review to chat about what it's like ot be a comedian are Julie Jay, Al Foran, and Chris Kent.

    John Fitzgerald on the warnings government just don't seem to be listening to

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 8:20


    John Fitzgerald, Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinity College Dublin, joins Bobby to assess whether the cup is half full or half empty when it comes to the Irish economy and public finances.

    Bobby's Business Roundup with Caroline Reidy & Stephen O'Leary

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 23:57


    Joining Bobby to go through the main business stories of the day are Caroline Reidy of the HR Suite & Stephen O'Leary of Olytico.

    Executive Chair: Mary O'Dea, Chief Executive of the The Institute of Banking

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 12:10


    Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is Mary O'Dea, Chief Executive of the The Institute of Banking

    How to Use Storytelling to Reinvent Your Career in Midlife

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 11:31


    Bobby speaks to Sarah Bird about her new book 'Nail Your Narrative: How to Use Storytelling to Reinvent Your Career in Midlife'.

    Industry Review: Agricultural Shows

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 18:38


    Agricultural shows are a vital part of the rural economy, contributing to community engagement and acting as a platform for showcasing local products and celebrating rural culture.For this week's Industry Review, Bobby wanted to look under the bonnet of three of the biggest Agricultural Shows we have to offer.Joining Bobby is John Flynn Chairperson of the Iverk Show Willie Cecil, Chairperson of the Gorey Agricultural Show John Keena, Chairperson Tullamore Agricultural Show Rebecca Dromey, co-chair of Clonmel Show

    Hugh Wallace on his early years, battling through the recession & more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 11:55


    Bobby is joined in studio by Architect and presenter Hugh Wallace to chat about his early life, the tough years following the recession, the issue of building vacancy and dereliction, and more.

    Out & About: Volvo Dún Laoghaire Regatta

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 8:08


    Held between July 10th & 13th, the Volvo Dún Laoghaire Regatta is Ireland's biggest sailing event. Bobby was out in about in Dun Laoghaire this week where he met up with Paddy Boyd, the Event Director, to chat about his year's regatta.

    Bobby's Business Roundup with Norah Casey & Jon Ihle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 22:41


    Joining Bobby to go through the main stories from the business papers is broadcaster and businesswoman, Norah Casey & Jon Ihle, Deputy Business Editor with the Sunday Times.

    Industry Review: Cosmetic Procedures

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 22:01


    Once the purview of the rich and famous, the likes of botox, facelifts, and hair transplants are now a part of the daily lives of Irish people. So, today we're exploring the fast-growing cosmetic procedure sector in Ireland, examining the challenges, and the impact it's having on individuals and the wider healthcare landscape.Joining Bobby ot discuss is:Dr. Emma Cunningham, Aesthetic Doctor and Founder of Dr Emma Clinics in Newry & Slieve DonardIoan Mares,Trichologist from Premier Hair Restoration Clinic in RathminesLiz Dwyer, Co-founder of the Future Beauty and Health Show

    Flow Leadership: Unleash the Power of People, Purpose, and Performance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 10:20


    Any manager knows the best work happens when a team is all pulling in the same direction. Gaëlle Devins' new book 'Flow Leadership: Unleash the Power of People, Purpose, and Performance' offers an easy way to ensure this happens. She joins Bobby to tell him more about it.

    Executive Chair: David Varian of the Guinness Enterprise Centre

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 11:35


    Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is David Varian of the Guinness Enterprise Centre.

    Out & About: Barry's Bootcamp

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 11:08


    Barry's is a high-end gym chain with locations across London and San Francisco. Dublin's first outlet has recently opened on Dawson Street, and so Bobby stopped by to work up a sweat and to find out what sets this gym apart from the rest.

    The rise of 'Phubbing' and how to deal with it

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 9:13


    It can be one of the most annoying things a person can do to you. You're chatting away, and they nonchalantly pick up their phone and look at it. 'Phubbing' is the act of ignoring someone physically present in favor of using a smartphone or other digital device. Gina London, joins Bobby to chat about it.

    Platfrom 55: Helping women return to the workplace

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 9:01


    Platform55 helps organisations build fair, high-performing workplaces by supporting people through life's defining moments. Founders, Tracy Gunn and Michelle O'Keefe, join Bobby to tell him all about the company and what itt is they do.

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