Down To Business

Bobby is joined by Joan Mulvihill and Stephen O’Leary to go through all the big business stories.A Guiness shortage in the UK and a new Taoiseach with a target on his back all in the papers today.Hit ‘Listen’ for more.

For something a little different, Bobby is joined by the Piccolo Lasso Choir to get a little festive cheer.The group of teenagers and kids sing some Christmas carols in the studio, so this is a fabulous listenHit ‘Listen’ to get the choir in action

Bobby was joined by the author of ‘Zero Sum’, Charles Hecker which offers a sharp and insightful look at Russia’s economic transformation and its impact on global business.With decades of experience in Russia—from the turbulent 1990s to the collapse of Western business in 2022—Hecker offers a unique perspective on the highs, lows, and lessons for businesses in volatile markets.

Joining Bobby this week for the industry review was:Jackie Spillane, Director of Spillane World Markets Bree Allen, Manager of Ballymaloe Grain Store Sadie Grace, Chair of the Committee for Casual Trading for Henry Street

Lorraine Butler, CEO UK & Ireland, CPM joins Bobby on the Executive Chair this week.

With a Trump presidency on the way and more competition from our neighbours in the EU when it comes to attracting foreign direct investment, where exactly do we stand when it comes to FDI and corporate lending as we close out 2024? John Feeney, CEO, Corporate and Commercial, Bank of Ireland joins Bobby to disclose.

Bobby heads outside to Super Social at Leapardstown Racecourse, a new competitive socialising place suitable for adults, with activities such as interactive darts, golf and shuffleboard. Bobby speaks to Paul Quinn and Dan Begley, co-founders of the new business.

Joining Bobby to roundup the stories making the business pages was Susan HayesCulleton and Doug Keatinge.

John Rooney, MD of Flogas Ireland, joins Bobby on The Executive Chair this week.Flogas is one of Ireland's biggest energy providers, so this is a really interesting chat to hear how the industry has been changing and adapting in recent years.Hit 'Listen' to hear this brilliant conversation.

Bobby sits down with three food producers that are putting a little Christmas twist on their products for the seasonJames Burke, Network Manager of the Dublin Food Chain, Andrew Brady from Garnacha, Kyle Petrie from Open Hive and Laura McCarthy from Drink Botanicals all sit down to discuss their seasonal products.Hit 'Listen' to find out more about these brilliant creators.