RTÉ - The Business

Edgar Morganroth, Professor of Economics at DCU, joins Richard to discuss how conflict in the Middle East is disrupting energy markets, with the government set to announce a package of measures to ease higher fuel costs on Tuesday.

Richard Fitzgerald of Lovin Dubai offers his insights into how the war in the Middle East is impacting local businesses, while Dr. Brendan Flynn, Senior Lecturer in NUIG, discusses the impact of this conflict on the shipping industry.

Leadership Strategist and Organisational Psychologist, Dr Melrona Kirrane, reflects on how we can finally finish the jobs we started long ago.

A federal jury in California has found that Elon Musk misled Twitter shareholders, driving down the company's share price as he was poised to buy it in a 44 billion dollar deal. Adrian Weckler, technology editor from the Irish Independent, joins Richard to dissect the implications of this.

Ken O'Sullivan joins Richard to discuss how he developed his love of the ocean into a career by launching a business as an underwater documentary film maker.

Siofra Mulqueen reports on the importance of taking a moment for reflection during the working day.

With St Patrick's Day just around the corner, one person keeping our rich heritage alive is Aindreas de Staic, an award-winning storyteller and musician. Aindreas joins Richard to discuss how he has turned past challenges into a life of creativity and craft.

With Hamnet in the chance of winning best picture at the Oscars this weekend, historian Nikki Carter considers how Shakespeare mastered the art of turning creativity into commerce.

David McWilliams offers his insights into how the Middle East conflict is hitting oil markets and global trade as the US and Israel press on their military campaign against Iran, and violence spreads across the wider region.

Siofra Mulqueen reports on how beyond all the glitz and glamour, the Academy Awards offer a masterclass in the art of speechwriting, providing lessons that businesses can apply to their own presentations, pitches and public speaking moments.

Patrick Honohan, economist and former Governor of the Central Bank, joins Richard to discuss the economic implications of the Middle East conflict.

Dave McArdle reports on the business of Pawn Broking, revealing the tradition of women on both sides of the counter.

Phil and Aisling Ryan join Richard to discuss their Tipperary based company Ryans Cleaning Services, which tidies up after festivals, in multinationals and schools across the country.

Dr. Brendan Flynn, Head of Discipline Political Science at the School of Political Science and Sociology in the University of Galway, offers his insights into how the Middle East conflict is causing real concern within the shipping community.

Brendan Kelly, Professor of Psychiatry in Trinity College Dublin, dissects the aggressive language used by our world leaders, and whether this rhetoric is becoming more acceptable in the work place.

Earlier this morning, the US and Israel carried out a series of strikes on Iran. Dan O'Brien, chief economist at the Institute of International and European Affairs, joins Richard to dissect the implications of 'Operation Epic Fury.'

Richard visited Paul Hughes' art studio in Dublin to discuss how Hughes went from establishing Rothco, one of Ireland's best known advertising agencies, to becoming a full time artist.

Yesterday, Donald Trump directed every federal agency to immediately stop using Anthropic's technology, following the AI developer's refusal to give the military unfettered access to its AI tools. Joe Miller, Special Correspondent with the Financial Times, offers his insights into the tensions between Anthropic and the US administration.

Siofra Mulqueen reports on the importance of hobbies not only as a means to escape the daily grind, but also in the world of work.

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.