Best Ireland Entrepreneur Podcasts (2024)

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Executive Chair: Suzanne Ryan of Bluebird Care Ireland 13:48

1h ago13:48

13:48

Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is Suzanne Ryan, Managing Director of Bluebird Care Ireland.

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Exploring the legacy of NAMA 11:17

1h ago11:17

11:17

NAMA is a four-letter word synonymous with the dark days, months, and years following the 2008 financial crash, but in 18 months, it will disappear. One man who has been following its life from the very beginning is Matt Cooper, presenter of the Last Word on TodayFM - he joins Bobby to discuss.

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Is the future of Harland & Wolff in peril? 9:52

24m ago9:52

9:52

Harland & Wolff is perhaps the most famous industrial name on the island of Ireland with connections to the most famous ship in history. But there is now a fear that its glory days are in the past and its future in real jeapordy. Margaret Canning, Business Editor with the Belfast Telegraph joins Bobby to go through what the shipyard is facing.…

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Industry Review: Cyber Security 22:48

38m ago22:48

22:48

As more and more of our personal and professional lives are based online, we are under increasing threat of cyber attacks. But what is it like for the people and companies at the coalface of cybersecurity in Ireland right now? Joining Bobby to discuss this is: Raluca Saceanu, Chief Executive Officer at Smarttech247 Gary Melvin, Security and Complia…

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Out & About at Explorium 8:30

37m ago8:30

8:30

Bobby was out & about this week at Explorium in Sandyford, Ireland's National Sport and Science Centre.

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Bobby's Business Roundup with Ronan Reid & Caroline Reidy 26:26

42m ago26:26

26:26

Joining Bobby to go through the top business stories in the Saturday papers is Ronan Reid, CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald Ireland & Caroline Reidy, Managing Director of the HR Suite.

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Executive Chair: Emma Maye, CEO of Corebuild & Ardale 12:57

2d ago12:57

12:57

Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is Emma Maye, CEO of Corebuild and Ardale.

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Designing Team Ireland’s official uniform for the 2024 Paris Olympics 12:17

27m ago12:17

12:17

Laura Weber is a Dublin-born designer behind Team Ireland’s official uniform at the 2024 Paris Olympics. She talks about the how she got the contract, her design process, and more.

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Cliff Taylor on the transport plan for Dublin 10:11

39m ago10:11

10:11

Bobby is joined by Cliff Taylor of the Irish Times to discuss what we can expect once Dublin’s proposed traffic plan is implemented.

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Industry Review: Coach Hire 22:04

5m ago22:04

22:04

For this week's Industry Review Bobby speaks to three people who are in the coach hire business: JJ Kavanagh, Director of JJ Kavanagh Coaches Paddy Matthews, Owner of Matthews Coaches Cathal O’ Connell, Owner of Paddy Wagon

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Bobby's Business Roundup with Susan HayesCulleton & Rebecca Harrison 24:27

25m ago24:27

24:27

Joining Bobby to run through the top business stories from the Saturday papers is Susan HayesCulleton, Managing Director of the Hayes Culleton Group & Rebecca Harrison, Managing Director of Fishers of Newtownmountkennedy.

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Out & About at Gerrard's Barber Shop 8:19

5m ago8:19

8:19

Bobby was out & about this week at the Clayton Hotel where he caught up with one of the longest serving barbers in the city, Gerry Downey of Gerrards Barber Shop.

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JD Vance & The Venture Capitalists 10:13

2h ago10:13

10:13

JD Vance, Donald Trump’s running mate, is stirring the American business scene with significant tech VC backing for the White House race. Supported by Peter Thiel, Elon Musk, and David Sacks, his brief VC career raises questions. Lizette Chapman from Bloomberg News weighs in on his Silicon Valley connections.…

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JD Vance & The Venture Capitalists 10:13

1h ago10:13

10:13

JD Vance, Donald Trump’s running mate, is stirring the American business scene with significant tech VC backing for the White House race. Supported by Peter Thiel, Elon Musk, and David Sacks, his brief VC career raises questions. Lizette Chapman from Bloomberg News weighs in on his Silicon Valley connections.…

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Polar Bears and Perilous Adventures 26:53

6d ago26:53

26:53

If you have a desk job, you might envy Mike O’Shea, owner of Work At Height Training. His unique career includes sleeping on Skellig Michael, fending off polar bears, and assisting Tom Cruise with motorbike stunts off cliffs. Is he a safety expert, adventurer, entrepreneur, explorer, logistics specialist, or movie stunt consultant?…

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Digital Nomads Making It Work 8:44

2h ago8:44

8:44

From extreme remote work locations to the popular trend of remote working, this summer finds many embracing the flexibility of maintaining their jobs while travelling the world. Siofra Mulqueen explores how some people are maximising the benefits of remote work to blend work responsibilities with global adventures.…

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The Yeats Sisters Remembered 6:00

2h ago6:00

6:00

Next Friday, the Paris Olympics begin, marking 100 years since the Irish Free State won its first medal there: Jack B Yeats for his painting of the Liffey Swim. His lesser-known sisters financially supported their family through Cuala Industries. Dr. Angela Griffith from Trinity College Dublin shares insights into their contributions.…

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Digital Nomads Making It Work 8:44

1h ago8:44

8:44

From extreme remote work locations to the popular trend of remote working, this summer finds many embracing the flexibility of maintaining their jobs while travelling the world. Siofra Mulqueen explores how some people are maximising the benefits of remote work to blend work responsibilities with global adventures.…

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Polar Bears and Perilous Adventures 26:53

2h ago26:53

26:53

If you have a desk job, you might envy Mike O’Shea, owner of Work At Height Training. His unique career includes sleeping on Skellig Michael, fending off polar bears, and assisting Tom Cruise with motorbike stunts off cliffs. Is he a safety expert, adventurer, entrepreneur, explorer, logistics specialist, or movie stunt consultant?…

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The Yeats Sisters Remembered 6:00

1h ago6:00

6:00

Next Friday, the Paris Olympics begin, marking 100 years since the Irish Free State won its first medal there: Jack B Yeats for his painting of the Liffey Swim. His lesser-known sisters financially supported their family through Cuala Industries. Dr. Angela Griffith from Trinity College Dublin shares insights into their contributions.…

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Industry Review: Wine bars 20:46

2h ago20:46

20:46

Wine bars have long been popular among our European neighbours. But how do they fair in Ireland, where the traditional pub is king? Joining Bobby for this week's Industry review were three wine bar operators from around the country.

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Executive Chair:Derry Crowley 11:06

2h ago11:06

11:06

Joining Bobby for this week's edition of the executive chair was Accountant and CEO of Xeinadin Group, Derry Crowley.

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The Focus Fix: The Book on how to boost productivity and avoid technology-induced stress. 13:08

3h ago13:08

13:08

Tech, which was touted as a way of helping free up time, is now bombarding us with messages, mail and reminders of what we need to do. To discuss whether technology inhibits our productivity more than enables it. Bobby was joined by Chris Griffiths, co-author of The Focus Fix: Finding Clarity, Creativity and Resilience in an Overwhelming World.…

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Reviewing the Economic Summer Statement 7:41

4h ago7:41

7:41

Earlier in the week the government predicted that they would be spending over 8bn in their last budget later in the year. Is this excessive spending or worse still ‘electioneering’? Can the state’s coffers be in that good shape? Conall MacCoille, the Chief Economist with Bank of Ireland, joins Bobby to tell us more.…

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The Tricks of the Supermarket Trade 14:19

4h ago14:19

14:19

Did you know that milk is usually always at the back of the supermarket and that conveyor belts are getting bigger. These are just some of the ‘tricks’ or ‘retail hacks’ supermarkets employ to get you to buy more. Conor Pope and Retail Consultant Eddie Shananhan discuss.

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The Mail Metrics Story 20:15

5h ago20:15

20:15

Nick Keegan, founder of Mail Metrics, is on a business winning streak with 150 staff and offices in Poland and the UK, eyeing U.S. expansion. Despite early setbacks, including rejection from the army, Nick's company now boasts $40 million in revenue. Join us as Nick shares how he transformed Green Letter Box into a thriving enterprise.…

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The Human Cost of AI 10:11

5h ago10:11

10:11

Former PM Tony Blair praised AI for reducing public sector costs. Our guest, Dr. James Muldoon, co-author of Feeding the Machine: The Hidden Human Labour Powering AI, sees AI's potential but has major concerns. He questions if the AI industry, worth a projected trillion dollars by 2030 and dominated by a few tech giants, is too concentrated.…

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The Mail Metrics Story 20:15

10d ago20:15

20:15

Nick Keegan, founder of Mail Metrics, is on a business winning streak with 150 staff and offices in Poland and the UK, eyeing U.S. expansion. Despite early setbacks, including rejection from the army, Nick's company now boasts $40 million in revenue. Join us as Nick shares how he transformed Green Letter Box into a thriving enterprise.…

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Bobby's Business Roundup with Linda Daly Stephen O’Leary 23:23

5h ago23:23

23:23

Joining Bobby to run through the top business stories from the Saturday papers is Linda Daly, Business Reporter with the Sunday Times and Stephen O’Leary of Olytico.

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The Human Cost of AI 10:11

5h ago10:11

10:11

Former PM Tony Blair praised AI for reducing public sector costs. Our guest, Dr. James Muldoon, co-author of Feeding the Machine: The Hidden Human Labour Powering AI, sees AI's potential but has major concerns. He questions if the AI industry, worth a projected trillion dollars by 2030 and dominated by a few tech giants, is too concentrated.…

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Winning Over Customers 8:33

5h ago8:33

8:33

Sticking with communication, we're all bombarded with emails daily—from spam to sales alerts. This push for our attention is ever-evolving. Siofra Mulqueen explores the past, present, and future of how companies communicate with customers.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Being a Great Boss and Knowing When To Quit 5:58

5h ago5:58

5:58

Gareth Southgate, England's soccer manager, has faced relentless criticism but triumphed with a semi-final win in the Euros. Leadership under pressure is tough—Joe Biden knows it too. What makes a great leader, and when is the best time to quit? Julie O’Neill, chairperson of PTSB, shares her thoughts.…

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Being a Great Boss and Knowing When To Quit 5:58

4d ago5:58

5:58

Gareth Southgate, England's soccer manager, has faced relentless criticism but triumphed with a semi-final win in the Euros. Leadership under pressure is tough—Joe Biden knows it too. What makes a great leader, and when is the best time to quit? Julie O’Neill, chairperson of PTSB, shares her thoughts.…

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Winning Over Customers 8:33

5h ago8:33

8:33

Sticking with communication, we're all bombarded with emails daily—from spam to sales alerts. This push for our attention is ever-evolving. Siofra Mulqueen explores the past, present, and future of how companies communicate with customers.By RTÉ Radio 1

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President Joe Biden 7:03

6d ago7:03

7:03

President Biden's recent gaffes at a NATO meeting have raised concerns about his re-election chances. Donors, in particular, are voicing their disquiet, and their financial support is crucial. Who has withdrawn support, and who might they back if Biden drops out? Prof. David Dunn from the University of Birmingham joins us to discuss.…

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President Joe Biden 7:03

5h ago7:03

7:03

President Biden's recent gaffes at a NATO meeting have raised concerns about his re-election chances. Donors, in particular, are voicing their disquiet, and their financial support is crucial. Who has withdrawn support, and who might they back if Biden drops out? Prof. David Dunn from the University of Birmingham joins us to discuss.…

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Out & About with the Cleaning Company 9:34

7d ago9:34

9:34

Bobby was out & about this week where he met up with Luke Joyce, Managing Director of TheCleaningCompany.ie.

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Executive Chair: Peter Flanagan & Damian Kerins 13:05

7d ago13:05

13:05

Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is Peter Flanagan & Damian Kerins from Flanagan Kerins.

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Front-Line Leadership with Patrick Nelson 11:37

7d ago11:37

11:37

Bobby is joined by Patrick Nelson, author of 'Front-Line Leadership: How to Eliminate Complacency and Build All-In Engagement'.

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Industry Review: Barbershops 21:18

20d ago21:18

21:18

In the modern world, a good barber has become just as important to men as a good hair salon is to women but with that increased popularity comes more competition and a need to keep on top of changing trends. Joining Bobby to discuss this are three barbers: Sam Donnelly, Owner of Sam’s Barber’s Vinny McEvoy from Empire School of Barbering Veronica S…

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Will investment flood into the UK post-election? 9:44

12d ago9:44

9:44

The UK’S election on Thursday ushered in a new Labour Government but what effect might this have on the UK’s economy and does a seemingly stable government mean that investment will flood into the UK? Bobby is joined by David Smith, economics editor with the Sunday Times to discuss.

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Bobby's Business Roundup with Valerie Cox & Ciarán Hancock 25:46

10d ago25:46

25:46

Joining Bobby to run through the top business stories from the Saturday papers is broadcaster, Valerie Cox & Ciarán Hancock, Business Editor of The Irish Times.

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The Beauty of the bog 8:14

13d ago8:14

8:14

At this time of year as some families are stacking and footing their yearly supplies of turf, others are drawing inspiration from the bog in other ways as Siofra Mulqueen has been finding out.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Hanna Hats of Donegal 8:48

9d ago8:48

8:48

Hanna Hats marks 100 years in business this year. It’s had its fair share of celebrity customers over the years from Pavarotti to Britney Spears. Richard caught up with Eleanor Hanna at the factory.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Labour and business 7:55

8d ago7:55

7:55

What will a Labour government mean for business and finance? Broadcaster Enda Brady joins us to discuss.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Social media and travel trends 8:25

12d ago8:25

8:25

More and more people are on the search for instagrammable destinations - from rolling sand dunes, to that perfect blue gate overlooking the Santorini coastline. But what impact is this having on the experience for tourists in such places? Travel writer and Instagrammer, Thom Breathnach, joins us to discuss.…

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Labour and business 7:55

13d ago7:55

7:55

What will a Labour government mean for business and finance? Broadcaster Enda Brady joins us to discuss.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Gareth Sheridan 19:26

13d ago19:26

19:26

Fentanyl is commonly administered to chronic pain patients through a patch on their skin. A new product developed by Gareth Sheridan, CEO of Nutriband, aims to make these patches safer for users. Gareth joins us on the programme.By RTÉ Radio 1

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The Beauty of the bog 8:14

7d ago8:14

8:14

At this time of year as some families are stacking and footing their yearly supplies of turf, others are drawing inspiration from the bog in other ways as Siofra Mulqueen has been finding out.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Gareth Sheridan 19:26

8d ago19:26

19:26

Fentanyl is commonly administered to chronic pain patients through a patch on their skin. A new product developed by Gareth Sheridan, CEO of Nutriband, aims to make these patches safer for users. Gareth joins us on the programme.By RTÉ Radio 1

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