Best Kerr Okan Podcasts (2024)

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

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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

4d ago25:46

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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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14 vs 1 is just 28 vs 2 41:30

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14 vs 1 is 28 vs 2 Support the podcast - https://www.patreon.com/thelafontaines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Executive Chair: Padraic O'Kane, CEO of Corporate.ie 14:00

11d ago14:00

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Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is Padraic O'Kane, CEO of Corporate.ie. They discuss everything from American Football events, to Wagyu cows!

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Sara Daw and 'Spotify for the C-Suite' 10:47

11d ago10:47

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Bobby's guest has developed a new solution for companies not having the expert financial staff they need, especially on full-time salaries. Sara Daw, Co-Founder of the CFO Centre, joins Bobby to discuss the idea, and how it can help businesses.

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Industry Review: Wellness 19:29

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From mindfulness to yoga to breathing, the wellness industry is a fascinating one. Joining Bobby to delve into this week's Industry Review is Vicky Shilling, Business Mentor for wellness entrepreneurs, Julie B, mindfulness & yoga Expert and Níall Ó Murchú, Founder of Breathe With Níall.

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The benefits of working near nature 13:44

11d ago13:44

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Bobby is joined by Executive Coach Shane Craddock in the Mount Usher Gardens to discuss how working in a space with easy access to nature and open air can vastly improve your working life.

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How much does the pilot strike hurt tourism? 10:17

11d ago10:17

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The continuing industrial action at Aer Lingus is making holiday makers watch and worry, but what is the impact of this uncertainty? Joining Bobby to discuss is John O'Flynn, General Manager at Fota Island, Patricia Roberts, Owner of No. 1 Pery Square and Fergal O'Connell, General Manager of Fitzwilliam Townhouse on the Green.…

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Business Roundup with Gina London & Doug Keatinge 22:25

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Bobby is joined by Gina London from the Language of Leadership and Doug Keatinge, Head of Communications at Avolon to look at the business stories from Saturday morning's papers.

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Business As Usual 1:16:36

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A track by track run through of our new album (previously only available behind the paywall) Buy the album - https://thelafontaines.tmstor.es/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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How to manage the emotions of running a business 11:06

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Bobby talks to Andy Brown the author of ‘The Emotional Overdraft: 10 Simple Changes for Balancing Business Success and Wellbeing’

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Former Head of Coca-Cola on pursuing a new direction in life 13:13

18d ago13:13

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Bobby speaks to Val Quinn the former head of Coca Cola on a different direction in life and her new book Create Your Best Life: True Stories from Around the World

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Executive Chair: Frank Gormley Entrepreneur and former accountant from South Africa 11:03

18d ago11:03

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Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week from South Africa was Frank Gormley Entrepreneur and former accountant

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Can AI help SME'S ? 10:48

18d ago10:48

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Can AI help SME’S? Tech Guru Andy O’Donoghue joined Bobby to explain how SMEs might use AI.

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Why do people no longer want foreign postings in employment ? 10:13

18d ago10:13

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Bobby talks to Pilita Clark of the Financial Times about why people are much less interested in foreign postings and travelling for work

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Bobby talks to Padraig Hyland the CEO of the Core Story 13:25

18d ago13:25

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Bobby talks to Padraig Hyland the CEO of the Core Story about working with large organisations to build new ways to connect and engage their workforce and what he learnt as a stand-up comedian

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Feet of a Dancer by Charlie McGettigan 9:12

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It’s thirty years this year since Charlie McGettigan conquered Europe with Paul Harrington as Rock and Roll Kids claimed Ireland’s sixth Eurovision win. Now living full time in Leitrim, Charlie joined Bobby to chat and to play us out following a hugely enjoyable ‘Open for Business’ roadshow in Carrick-on-Shannon.…

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Executive Chair: Tom Cronin of Rye River Brewing 6:33

25d ago6:33

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Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is Tom Cronin of Rye River Brewing.

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Out & About at The Shed Distillery 7:22

25d ago7:22

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While out and about in the Carrick-on-Shannon area for this week’s ‘Open for Business’ roadshow, Bobby got to visit the Shed Distillery which is the home of the now famous Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin.

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Carrick-on-Shannon Business Panel 24:39

25d ago24:39

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Broadcasting out of the The Landmark Hotel in Carrick-On-Shannon as a part of the 'Open For Business' Roadshow series, one of the primary goals of these visits is to get a feel for how the businesses in the town are faring. To discuss Bobby is joined by: Ciaran Kelly, co-owner of The Landmark Hotel Derry Lynch, Head of Solution Consulting at Cora S…

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Carrick-on-Shannon Health Check 9:59

25d ago9:59

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As part of each of these ‘Open for Business’ roadshows, Bobby looks to do a bit of a health check to give the town the once over and see what works and maybe what could be improved. Joining Bobby to do that is Retail Consultant, Eddie Shanahan and Planning Expert, Conor Skehan.

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Former CEO of the HSE, Paul Reid 7:15

25d ago7:15

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Swapping the angst of leading the HSE during Covid for the relative tranquillity of being Captain of his local Golf Club in Carrick-on-Shannon, Bobby was joined by Paul Reid to chat about what he’s been up to since leaving his role as CEO of the Health Service Executive.

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Bobby’s Business Roundup with Eoghan Murphy & Sharon Gartland 15:23

25d ago15:23

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Broadcasting live from Carrick-on-Shannon for our roadshow ‘Open for Business’, Bobby is joined by Eoghan Murphy, Managing Editor of Shannonside Northern Sound news & business owner, Sharon Gartland to go through the main business stories of the day.

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Release Day! 43:49

27d ago43:49

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BUSINESS AS USUAL - OUT NOW! Buy the album and support us this week - https://thelafontaines.tmstor.es/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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10 Days Until Business As Usual! 32:37

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Pre-order Business As Usual - https://thelafontaines.tmstor.es/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What to Do When the Golden Goose of FDI stops laying 7:17

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Economics columnist Cormac Lucey chats to Bobby about preparing the domestic economy from any changes.

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Night and Day Festival 12:30

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Bobby is joined by the three founders of the upcoming Night and Day Festival at Lough Key Forest Park. It's a family affair as they are two uncles and a nephew.

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Business Roundup with Stephen O'Leary and Louisa Meehan 21:57

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Bobby is joined by Stephen O'Leary of Olytico and founder of Woodview HRM Louisa Meehan to look at the business stories of the day and the week.

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Executive Chair: Alan Connell 10:58

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This week on the Executive Chair Bobby talks to Alan Connell, Managing Partner and Head of the Tax Group at Eversheds Sunderland Ireland

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Deep in the Lavra 13:35

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Bobby brings us his report from an insect factory in Cape Town.

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The Working Life of an Estate Agent 15:56

1M ago15:56

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For this week's Industry Review Bobby is joined by three estate agents to talk house prices and supply.

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Seoul Time 31:28

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Seoul Time Pre-Order Business As Usual - https://thelafontaines.tmstor.es/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Executive Chair: Willem Roos 9:14

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Joining Bobby this week in the executive chair is Willem Roos, CEO Rain Mobile, & Co-Founder of OUTsurance - a new entrant to the Irish insurance sector.

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"Think about Africa as an opportunity" Frank O’Keeffe EY UK & Ireland Managing Partner 4:57

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Joining Bobby, from Cape Town in South Africa as part of this year’s EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat, was Frank O’Keeffe EY UK & Ireland Managing Partner.

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Aquila Game Reserve: Elephants, Zebras, & Rhinos 2:15

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This morning Bobby was live from Cape Town in South Africa as part of this year’s EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat where he visited the Aquila Game Reserve.

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Robben Island's place in the social and political history of South Africa 2:16

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This week Bobby was live from Cape Town in South Africa as part of this year’s EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat where he explored Robben Island's place in the social and political history of South Africa.

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'The Beast' Tendai Mtawarira on his clash with Tadhg Furlong 1:39

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Joining Bobby from Cape Town in South Africa as part of this year’s EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat was 'The Beast' Tendai Mtawarira.

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Jannie Durand on Remgro's 80 years of investment 7:35

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Joining Bobby from Cape Town in South Africa as part of this year’s EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat was Jannie Durand, the CEO of Remgro.

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EY Healthcare & life-saving innovation panel 15:24

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Joining Bobby from Cape Town in South Africa as part of this year’s EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat was: Conor Hanley - FIRE1 Hugh Cormican - Cirdan Sharon Cunningham & Orlaith Ryan - Shorla

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Philippi Village - The South African business and community hub 9:15

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Joining Bobby, from the wonderful Cape Town here in South Africa as part of this year’s EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat, was Angela from Philippi Village.

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H&M South Africa Country Manager on the challenges of adapting to the South African retail market 6:56

2M ago6:56

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Joining Bobby, from the wonderful Cape Town here in South Africa as part of this year’s EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat, was H&M South Africa Country Manager & CEO, Caroline Nelson on the challenges of adapting to the needs of the South African retail market.

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Doing business in South Africa 13:53

2M ago13:53

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Joining Bobby, from the spectacular Cape Town as part of this year’s EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat, to examine the opportunities of doing business in South Africa was: Ivor Queally, QK Group South Africa Clare Hughes, CF Pharma Dr. Barry Flannery, Xerotech Ciaran Burke - Swoop

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Life in Cape Town and South Africa's looming election 12:46

2M ago12:46

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Joining Bobby from South Africa to understand life in Cape Town and its politics was Geordin Hill-Lewis. The Cape Town Mayor. Bobby was also joined by Prof. Richard Calland, Emeritus Associate Law – and a Visiting Adjunct Professor at the University of Witwatersrand School of Governance, to understand the upcoming election. This week Down to Busine…

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A very special guest - (Ep 100 REHASH) 33:03

2M ago33:03

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Pre-order our brand new album - https://thelafontaines.tmstor.es/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Executive Chair: Padraic Frawley 17:52

2M ago17:52

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Joining Bobby this week in the executive chair is Padraic Frawley, owner of the Cornstore Restaurants in Cork & Limerick, Coqbull Restaurants in Cork City, Limerick City & Castletroy, Co. Limerick, as well as 65a Restaurant in Spitalfields, London.

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