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On Friday, the US Supreme Court struck down on Donald Trump's sweeping global tariffs. John Fitzgerald and Marion McKeone join Richard to discuss what's next for the Trump administration.

Earlier this week, a chorus line of dancing humanoid robots was unveiled at China's Spring Festival Gala. Aidan Fitzmaurice reflects on what will be left for us poor humans as robots continue to develop.

Oisin Hanrahan joins Richard to discuss the story behind his successful startups including Handy, Tradespeople, and Keychain, his current company that's being used by over 30,000 manufacturers.

Liz Carolan, author of thebriefing.ie, joins Richard to discuss the landmark social media trial which saw Mark Zuckerberg face tough questions about the addictive nature of Meta's platforms, and the impact on young users.

With the release of Wuthering Heights garnering a lot of attention, Siofra Mulqueen finds out why the classics continue to hook people in.

Earlier this week, Marco Rubio, the US Secretary of State, addressed European leaders at the Munich Security Conference, calling for a new alliance with Europe. Edward Luce of the Financial Times joins Richard to discuss the realities of a New America.

While many people will want to spend time with their loved one this Valentines Day, Siofra Mulqueen takes a look at what happens to couples who work together on a daily basis.

Richard is joined by Ahmet Dede and Maria Archer of Dede Restaurant to hear about how their chance meet in West Cork led to them creating a Michelin star haven.

Brendan Kelly, professor of psychiatry, offers his insights on how to maintain relationships in work and life.

This week saw the release of millions more documents from The Epstein Files, which laid bare the huge levels of wealth and influence Epstein exerted at the highest levels of society. Enda Brady, TNT World presenter, offers insight into how the late disgraced financier became so highly connected and influential.

Dr. Emma Connolly, Fellow in Politics and Digital Civic Education in University College London, joins Richard to discuss the wave of memes inspired by the Epstein files, and how they're being used to trivialise the experience of victims.

Paul Howard reflects on what happens when the moment to speak up passes you by, leaving you with a lifetime of what ifs.

Richard is joined by Jane and Sarah McDonnell, co-founders of Gloss Publications. With more than twenty years of experience at the top of Irish publishing, they discuss their time at Vogue and Image magazine before establishing Gloss Publications.

Dave McArdle reports on the business of men's fashion and how Irish men are faring in the fashion world.

Economist Ann Pettifor, who's well known for predicting the global financial crisis, joins Richard to discuss whether AI is a bubble and when it might pop.

Justin Urquhart Stewart offers his take on the 'bet anything model', where you can predict anything from whether Jesus will return from the dead, to how many times Elon Musk posts on X.

The FX Buckley name has been synonymous with butchering and the meat trade in Dublin since the 1600s, even warranting a feature in James Joyce's novel Ulysses. Richard is joined by Des and Stephen Buckley to discuss the evolvement of this business over six generations.

Siofra Mulqueen reports on some of the oldest and oddest businesses in our towns and cities in the decades and centuries past.

In recent years, it seems that having a presence in space is becoming more and more possible with the increase in people, satellites and rockets being sent into orbit. Dr. Niamh Shaw offers her insights into whether this fevered interest is causing things to get a little crowded.

Jamie Dimon, chief executive of JP Morgan, was challenged by the Economist's Editor in Chief about the silence of CEOS in corporate America. Yet perhaps Dimon was right to be cagey as he's now being sued by Donald Trump. Terry Sheridan, senior director of news at WSHU public radio, joins Richard to discuss these latest developments.

Richard is joined by voice and vocal communications specialist, Poll Moussoulides, to discuss how actors, sports stars, and even business people are coached to communicate effectively.

While some well known artists such as Lisa Minnelli and Art Garfunkel are contributing to an AI generated album, others like Matthew McConaughy are taking significant legal steps to protect their voices. Siofra Mulqueen reports on the rise of AI in this industry.

Earlier this week, Brooklyn Beckham made headlines by sharing stories on Instagram, claiming that his parents repeatedly pressured him into signing away the rights to his name. Jane Madden, strategic branding consultant, offers insight into what this means for the Beckham brand.

Comedian Anne Gildea has been watching various fights unfold this week between not only the Beckhams, but also Michael O'Leary and Elon Musk as well as Donald Trump and Dimon.

Despite troops from many European countries arriving on the shores of Greenland, the US President Donald Trump is not giving up on taking over the island. Dan O'Brien, chief economist of the Institute of International and European Affairs, joins Richard to discuss whether the EU has many cards to play in this high stakes game.

Earlier this week, Donald Trump was criticised for an offensive gesture directed at a heckler at the Ford factory in Detroit. While the White House said it was an appropriate response, consultant psychiatrist Brendan Kelly wonders what impact the coarsening of politics is having on workplaces and life.

Jennifer Nickerson and Liam Ahearn of Tipperary Boutique Distillery join Richard to discuss Scotland, farming, family and whiskey.

On this day in 1920 prohibition was introduced which outlawed alcohol for thirteen years. While some struggle to get through one month of dry January, Dr Nikki Carter takes us back to the 1920s, a time full of speakeasies and shady characters.

Yvonne Judge, a reporter based in San Francisco Bay Area, joins Richard to discuss the low down on Grok, ICE, and the Benzos divorce from Silicon Valley.

Dave MacArdle reports on how people are downing their devices for new designs in crafts such as pottery and painting.

While it's only the beginning of January, it looks like geopolitical violence is likely to persist this year. Simon McAllister, co-head of EY Ireland's Geopolitical Strategy Unit, and Dan Mulhall, former Ambassador to the USA, UK, and Germany, offer their insights into how recent events will continue to impact this year.

Richard is joined by Neil McMahon, a Limerick man who has spent the past fifteen years bringing guests on tours of Greenland, following Trump's doubling down on his intentions to 'do something to Greenland, whether they like it or not.'

Jenny Melia, CEO of Enterprise Ireland, joins Richard to discuss how the global political situation will impact businesses at home.

Following Donald Trump's meeting with oil executives at the White House, Jamie Smyth, US Energy Editor of the Financial Times, joins Richard to discuss whether oil executives are prepared to commit to Trump's proposed investment of at least $100 billion in Venezuela.

With 2026 already looking like a testing year, you might want to add some mindful moments to your to-do list! Our reporter Síofra Mulqueen has been getting the low down on how traditional diary logging can help you stay organised this year.

Earlier this morning, Donald Trump announced that the President of Venezuela, Nicolas Maduro, and his wife had been captured. Dan O'Brien, chief economist of the Institute of International and European Affairs, joins Richard to discuss the political consequences of the Venezuelan developments, as well as Ireland's international reputation.

Ruairí and Marie-Thérèse de Blacam travelled by both boat and land today to discuss the story behind Inis Meáin Knitwear and the realities of island living.

Sticking with knitwear and all things cosy, Dave McCardle has been catching up with others who are involved in Ireland's large craft tradition.

We've been hearing a lot about the Australian ban on social media for younger people, but are adults as addicted to screens? Elaine Burke from The For Tech Sake podcast and neuroscientist Ian Robertson, author of How Confidence Works, offer their take on whether we are living too much of our lives online.

With Christmas over and the new year beginning, it's always a time to embrace change. Consultant Psychiatrist Brendan Kelly offers his advice on how to best introduce new habits.

At the top of Grafton Street, Richard meets fire and knife juggler Ross O'Brien to discuss how he first began his career in juggling and the risks of using fire in his routine.

Siofra Mulqueen explores the splendid sounds of Christmas in Dublin city.