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Down To Business

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Join Bobby Kerr for Ireland's premier business show covering all enterprise-related topics from personal finance to business news. Listen and subscribe to Down To Business on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.   You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'
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Episodes

How to lead in the age of outrage

We are living in a world where holding an opinion which differs from others may see you coming into conflict with family, friends and work colleagues. If you are a manager. How do you make sure conflict of opinion does not interrupt your business. Karthik Ramanna, professor of business and public policy at University of Oxford’s Blavatnik School of Government, and author of The Age of Outrage joined Mandy this morning.

Nov 09, 202410 min

Industry Review: Sports Journalists

In this week’s edition of the industry review we explored the world of sports journalism Joining Mandy to do so was ● Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sportswriter at the Irish Daily Star ● Cliona Foley, Sportswriter, broadcaster, and podcaster ● John Fallon, Managing Editor of Media West Ireland

Nov 09, 202421 min

Economics post Trump victory

On Monday January 20th 2025 Donald Trump will be inaugurated for the second time as the president of the united states after wining a comprehensive victory in elections last Tuesday. With Trumps economic policies aiming to incentivise American business to return home the economic implications for Ireland and the United Kingdom could be potential devasting. Joining us to discuss this further is economist Jim Power and Kathleen Brooks, Research Director At XTB.

Nov 09, 202410 min

Why are provincial properties in the retail sector increasing in value?

MSCI/SCSI Ireland Property Index for the third quarter of 2024 was released last week. One interesting trend that emerged from the index is that retail property prices in the provincial retail sector seem to be increasing in value. Joining Mandy to unpack the variables explaining this is Neil Bannon Executive Chairman of BANNON Property consultancy and Retail Consultant Eddie Shanahan.

Nov 09, 202410 min

Industry Review: Perfume

To many, perfume is more than a simple beauty product; it is a tool for expression, personal improvement, and a marker of individuality. But while the biggest perfume companies sell their wares in some of the most high-end boutique shopping districts the world over, we here in Ireland have a few select businesses that can also help you make your presence known. Joining Bobby to chat about the perfume business in Ireland is: Joan Woods, Founder and CEO of Waters & Wild Perfumery Lucy Hegarty ...

Nov 02, 202416 min

Just how secure is Ireland's economic position?

Irish economic growth is expected to continue at a moderate pace as the economy nears full capacity but with a growing population and ongoing challenges around planning and infrastructure - not to mention our ever-increasing reliance on FDI - just how secure is our economic position? John FitzGerald, Adjunct Professor in the Department of Economics at Trinity College Dublin joins Bobby to discuss.

Nov 02, 20249 min

Industry Review: Pubs

Joining Bobby to assess the state of the pub sector is Ronan Lynch, owner of The Swan Bar in Dublin; Gearoid O’Regan, owner of O’Regans pub in Ballyheigue; and Pat Crotty, CEO of the Vintners' Federation of Ireland.

Oct 26, 202420 min

How to unlock your leadership story

Joining Bobby to talk about her new book 'Unlock Your Leadership Story: How to Build Understanding and Motivate Teams Using Fables and Folktales' is Pat Wadors, Chief People Officer (CPO) of UKG.

Oct 26, 202410 min

Out & About on Valentia Island

Bobby takes a trip out to Valentia Island in Co Kerry to assess how business is faring in what is one of the most picturesque spots in Ireland.

Oct 26, 202410 min

Industry Review: Butchers

We have a proud tradition of farming here in Ireland but along with that comes another essential part of the equation of getting the finest cuts to our dinner tables - butchers. The landscape has been transformed in recent decades with the large supermarkets taking a big piece of the pie but we still have incredible artisanal butchers serving our communities up and down the country. Joining Bobby to chat about it all is: Hugh Maguire Jr, MD of The Smokin Butcher in Ashbourne, Co Meath Sean Kelly...

Oct 19, 202417 min

Out & About with City Kayaking

Bobby was out & about with Jonathan O’Brien of City Kayaking to explore Dublin city from the River Liffey.

Oct 19, 202410 min

Sligo Live 2024 with founder Rory O’Connor

Since its foundation by Shane Mitchell and Rory O’Connor in 2005 the Sligo Live has delighted audiences with a diverse array of international and local talent. Rory O’Connor joins Bobby in studio to discuss this year's festivities.

Oct 19, 202410 min

Why are employees reluctant to step up to senior leadership roles?

According to new University of Limerick research published this week, employees are reluctant to step up to senior leadership roles due to concerns over their work-life balance. Dr. Sarah Kieran is Assistant Dean & Associate Professor in the Department of Work and Employment Studies in the Kemmy Business School at UL - she joins me now to tell me more

Oct 19, 20248 min

Wexford legends: Liam Griffin & Ivan Yates

Bobby was joined by two of Wexford's most famous sons, hotelier and GAA manager, Liam Griffin & Ivan Yates, former Fine Gael minister & co-host of the weekly podcast 'Path to Power'.

Oct 12, 202412 min

Out & About at The National 1798 Rebellion Centre

Broadcasting live from Greentech HQ in Enniscorthy for our roadshow ‘Open for Business’, Bobby was Out & About at The National 1798 Rebellion Centre to brush up on his Irish history and the struggle for freedom from British rule.

Oct 12, 20246 min

Enniscorthy Business Panel

Broadcasting from Greentech HQ in Enniscorthy for the 'Open for Business' roadshow, Bobby is joined by some local businesses in Enniscorthy to get a sense of what its like to do business in the town. Joining Bobby is: - Matt Ronan of Evolve Health Store - Dermot Kavanagh of Smyth's Homevalue - Esperanza Hernedaz of Old Roots Winery & Vineyard - Colm Neville, Owner of the Riverside Park Hotel - Mary B. Walsh Managing Director Ire Wel Pallets Limited - Pat Hernan of General Manager at Murphy P...

Oct 12, 202415 min

Enniscorthy Highstreet Health-Check

As part of each of these ‘Open for Business’ roadshows, Bobby looks to do a bit of a health check to give the town a 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.

Oct 12, 202410 min
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