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Ep 77 - 11Year Old Hustler Ray Cooke | Property, Business, Careers & Hiring
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week I’m joined by Ray Cooke, one of Ireland’s best-known property entrepreneurs and the founder of Ray Cooke Auctioneers.We dive deep into R...
Ep 76 - Night Shifts to News Feeds: The Rise of Secret Abu Dhabi
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the 10forty Podcast, Conor sits down with Andy Edwards, founder of Secret Abu Dhabi, to unpack an extraordinary journey of career t...
Ep 75 - Baked to Death: Baking the Dream with David Judge
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the 10Forty Podcast, we sit down with David Judge, founder of standout bakery Baked to Death and finalist in the 2025 Irish Food Aw...
Ep 74 - The Reinvention of Reverend Dave: Banker, Big Four Taxi Driver & Celebrant
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 74 - The Reinvention of Reverend Dave: Banker, Big Four Taxi Driver & CelebrantIn this week's episode, we sit down with Reverend Dave for a...
Ep 73 - Law, Life & Manifestation: How Yvonne Tchrakian Built Her Dream Career
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 73 - Law, Life & Manifestation: How Yvonne Tchrakian Built Her Dream Careerhttps://lnkd.in/eSgTdE87In this episode of the 10forty Podcast, I si...
Ep 72 - Steven Quinlan, PGA Professional: Lessons in Golf, Grit and Growth
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we sit down with Steven Quinlan, a PGA Professional with over 11 years’ experience, an accomplished pro golfer, and a dedi...
Ep 71 - Building Bypress: Leadership, Innovation & Coming Home
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Caitriona Byrne, the CEO of Bypress.She takes us through the story of founding Bypress and reflects on her career in...
Ep 70 - School Trouble: Transitioning from Soldier to Entrepreneur - Richy Thrower
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the 10forty Podcast, I sit down with Richy Thrower, the founder of Motion Focus Media. With a background that spans from racing bik...
Ep 69 - Studying Medicine Abroad Irish Medic in Bulgaria - Neil Smith
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From teaching English in South Korea, to touring with a band that supported the Foo Fighters, to appearing on reality TV – Neil Smith has lived a li...
Ep 68 - Lost in the Graft: Beyond the Driveway
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lost in the Graft: More Than Driveways with Trevor Macken from Ashbourne Paving.From upside down to right way up, Trevor’s story is one of resilienc...
Ep 67 - Coding, Gaming & Property: The Rylax Story with Max
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the 10forty Podcast, we’re joined by Max Shannon, founder of Rylax and software engineer turned entrepreneur.This conversation is raw, ...
Ep 66 - Garda Detective to Olympic Coach: Niall O’Carroll Sport Psychologist
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Niall O’Carroll, a former Garda detective who made the transition to becoming a sports psychologist and performanc...
Ep 65 - No Setlist, No Safety Net: John Gibbons’ DJ Playbook
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the 10forty Podcast we’re joined by DJ John Gibbons.We explore John’s journey from starting out as a rock star to becoming one of Ire...
Ep 64 - Ireland to Dubai: Big Moves in Life & Property
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we sit down with Emma-Louise Stephenson to dive into her incredible journey — from growing up in Ireland to building a thr...
Ep 63 - Having a Goo at The €50 Startup Goosey Goo
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the 10forty Podcast, we sit down with Sean, the founder of Goosey Goo, to hear his raw and powerful story — one that’s filled with gr...
Ep 62 - The Leaving Cert CEO – Donnchadh O Mahony
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the 10forty podcast, we sit down with Donnchadh O Mahony – a man of many hats: schoolteacher, guidance counsellor, EdTech entrepreneur,...
Ep 61 - Pro Football Decisions, Setbacks & Comebacks: Mark O’Brien
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode of 10forty, we caught up with former professional footballer Mark O’Brien over Teams to talk through his incredible career ...
Ep 60 - Sipping Tea & Talking Retail: Melissa Moore on 10forty
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This Week on the 10forty Podcast: A Deep Dive into the World of Retail with Melissa MooreIn this week’s episode, we sit down with Melissa Moore at D...
Ep 59 - Kerry Hanaphy: Bold Career Moves to Beauty Mogul
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we sit down with the one and only Kerry Hanaphy, founder of one of Ireland’s best-known aesthetics clinics. A powerhouse i...
Ep 58 - Cables to Conversations: Stephen & Keith’s insights
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This Week on the 10forty Podcast: Keith & Stephen from Insights – The Stripped Back PodcastIn this week's episode, we sit down with Keith an...
Ep 57 - County Player to CEO: Joey Boland on Resilience, Sport & Business
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the 10forty podcast we’re joined by Joey Boland, former Dublin senior hurler and CEO of Sports Physio Ireland, for a wide-ranging and i...
Ep 56 - Liberties Legend: Fran the Jeweller Family, Graft & Gold
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the 10forty Podcast, we're joined by Fran Massey, better known as Fran the Jeweller from The Cut Price Jewellers.In this episode, Fra...
Ep 55 - PTI Career Guide: Lenny from Fitlinks Fitness
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we sit down with Leonard Hanna — or as many know him, Coach Lenny — the co-founder of Fitlinks Fitness.We trace Lenny’...
Ep 54 - Tattoo Careers: Kevin & Jota from Dublin Ink- Becoming a Tattoo Artist
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we sit down with Kevin and Jota from Dublin Ink at D2 Studios to hear all about their journey into the world of tattooing.Bo...
Ep 53 - The 10forty Experiment with Gary Fox – Behind the Mic
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the 10forty Podcast, we head to D2 Studios to sit down with Gary Fox, host of The Entrepreneur Experiment podcast, to dive into the fasci...
Ep 52 - Pitching, Pivoting & Pioneering – Susie Kilcoyne’s Journey
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the 10forty Podcast, we sit down with Susie Kilcoyne to explore her journey through business, beauty, and bold career moves.We chat throu...
EP 51 - Inside the Life of a Modern Butcher with Keith Grant
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the 10forty Podcast, we sit down with Keith Grant from Keith Grant Master Butchers for a no-nonsense, behind-the-scenes look at the life ...
Ep 50 - Getting Funded & Becoming an Angel with Denise McQuaid
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ 10Forty Podcast – Episode with Denise McQuaidIn this week’s episode of the 10Forty Podcast, we sit down with Denise McQuaid, co-founder of...
Ep 49 - This Is How You Become a Barber with The Grafton Barber
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the 10forty Podcast, we’re joined by Claire and Siobhan from The Grafton Barber for a two-part episode exploring the world of barbering...
EP 48 - Joe Doyle’s Journey: From the Tools to Mentor – Making Millionaire Moves
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the 10Forty Podcast, we sit down with Joe Doyle – entrepreneur, property investor, business mentor, and a man on a mission to mak...
EP 47 : FIFO Job Blueprint with Cal McIlwaine – Career History & How to Get Started
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎧 EPISODE DROP!This week on the 10forty Podcast, we’re joined by the one and only Cal McIlwaine — events guy turned FIFO influencer who’s hel...
Ep 46 - Life as a Sheriff to CEO & Bestselling Author Colin Whittington
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're someone who is currently struggling with your mental health, please know that help is available. If you’ve been affected by anything discu...
Ep 45 Garda to Western Australia Police
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we catch up with David O’Donoghue over a Teams call to explore his unique career journey.From studying Business Informatio...
Ep 44 Richie Corcoran Tech Sales Roles Career Coach & Intrapreneur
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is brought to you by Top Drawer Talent, the Supply Chain & Procurement Recruitment Specialist.🚀 500% Salary Growth in a 9-5 : The ...
Ep 7 - Brian; Signals & Sharepoint Administrator to 365 Engineer with Microsoft
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the 7th episode of the 10forty podcast, we're thrilled to feature Brian O'Shea, a Microsoft 365 Engineer. We'll delve into his career journey, tra...
Ep 43 - Science, Drama, and the Universe: Niamh Shaw’s Remarkable Story
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
10Forty Podcast: Season 4, Episode 7 Science, Drama, and the Universe: Niamh Shaw’s Remarkable Story In this captivating episode, we’re joined by...
Ep 42 - Tech, Journalism, and Startups: John Ferris’ Remarkable Career Path
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is brought to you by Top Drawer Talent, the Supply Chain & Procurement Recruitment Specialist. Here we go! In this week’s episode...
Ep 41 - From Fine Arts to Angel Investor: Mary McKenna MBE Path to Impact
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the 10Forty Podcast, we sit down with Mary McKenna MBE, a renowned entrepreneur and angel investor dedicated to helping more women ...
Ep 40 - Building a Dream: Tom Smyth’s Story of Resilience, Redemption & Hiring
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode of the 10forty podcast, we visit Tom Smyth at his HQ in Belfast to uncover the remarkable journey of a man who has turned ad...
Ep 39 - Beauty Boss to Instructor & Podcasters Demi’s Roadmap
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is brought to you by Top Drawer Talent, the Supply Chain & Procurement Recruitment Specialist. Here we go! In this week's episode, D...
Ep 38 – Wayne Crosbie of The Crosbie Group
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was brought to you by Top Drawer Talent the Supply Chain & Procurement Professional recruitment specialists! In this special bonus ...
Ep 37 - Cyber CEO with a PhD – Dr. Clare Ryan’s Path from Neurogenesis to ITUS
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, I sit down with Dr. Clare Ryan, CEO of ITUS, a cybersecurity company dedicated to helping small businesses navigate the ever...
Ep 36 - The Journey from PR and Nutrition Communications to CEO
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
10Forty Podcast - Season 4, Episode 3: The Journey from PR and Nutrition Communications to CEO: Claire Mac Evilly at the Helm of Airfield Estate This...
Ep 35 Building a Career in Finance: Marta Smullen's Career Blueprint
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Season 4 Episode 2 of the 10Forty Podcast! Here we go! In this exciting episode, we're joined by Marta Smullen, a seasoned finance professional and ...
Ep 34 - Building a Career in HR: Insights from a Top 50 CHRO
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Season 4 of the 10Forty Podcast! Here we go! This is an episode packed with wisdom, experience, and actionable advice for anyone interested in or cu...
Ep 33 - Relocating Recruiters Across the Globe and Moving to Gibraltar: Dualta Journey
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the 10forty Podcast, we are joined by Dualta Doherty from the Doherty Group, a renowned expert in the recruitment industry. Dualta ...
Ep 32 - Tenerife's Coworking: Zen Den for Digital Nomads, Remote and Workers Workcationers
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the 10forty Podcast, I am joined by Roy, the owner of Zen Den Coworking & Events in Tenerife. Roy shares his inspiring journey ...
Ep 31– Relocating to Tenerife: Buying, Selling, Renting, and Finding a Job
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the 10forty Podcast, I was joined by Sylvia from All Properties Tenerife. Sylvia shares her journey of moving to Tenerife, t...
Ep 30 - Landing Your Dream Job in Tenerife: Insights from The Players Lounge
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
10forty Podcast - Season 3, Episode 2 In this episode of the 10forty Podcast, Mark invited us to the The Players Lounge, a popular bar on Las Vistas ...
Ep 29 - Living the Dream: Insights from Daniel of Tenerife First Excursions
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the premiere episode of Season 3, we dive into the sun-soaked journey of Daniel, the owner of Tenerife First Excursions, Chill Box and Tenerife Fir...
Ep 28 - The Road Less Travelled: HGV Apprenticeships in the Irish Defence Forces
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the 10 Forty Podcast, we delve into the world of HGV apprenticeships within the Defence Forces. Our guest is Killian, a dedicated m...
Ep 27 - Live Wires: Electrical Apprenticeships at Hanley Energy
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us this week on the 10forty Podcast as we dive deep into the world of electrical apprenticeships with Hanley Energy. In Episode 6, we sit down wi...
Ep 26 - Apprentice to Head of HR: Organisational Development at Irish Rail
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was brought to you by Top Drawer Talent the Supply Chain & Procurement Recruitment Specialists #AD. In this second part series of epi...
Ep 25 - Exploring Apprenticeships at Irish Rail & Tracks to Success
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was brought to you by Top Drawer Talent the Supply Chain & Procurement Recruitment Specialists #AD. In this week’s episode of the ...
Ep 24 - Out with the Blue in with the New
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Out of the blue career expo takes place on Thursday the 18th of April at 10am This episode was brought to you by top drawer talent the Supply Chain ...
Ep 23 - Plumbing the Depths of Apprenticeships
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I was thrilled to welcome Dean and Dylan, who have both completed their plumbing apprenticeship at Quinn Dowens and Ciara from their HR team for this ...
Ep 22 - Under the Hood: Dublin Bus & Bus Éireann HVM Apprenticeships
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
S2E3 Under the Hood: Dublin Bus & Bus Éireann HVM Apprenticeships This week's episode of 10forty, features exclusive insights from Bus Éireann ...
Ep 21 - Exploring NCI’s Apprenticeship Programs with Darragh Brien
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
S2E2: Exploring NCI’s Apprenticeship Programs with Darragh Brien Welcome to another engaging episode of the 10forty podcast, where we delve into the...
TRAILER Ep 20 - A Peek into Dylan Bradshaw Dublin's Hairstylist Apprenticeship Program.
23 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Ep 20 - A Peek into Dylan Bradshaw Dublin's Hairstylist Apprenticeship Program.
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Apprenticeship Series – Season 2, Episode 1: A Peek into Dylan Bradshaw Dublin's Hairstylist Apprenticeship Program. This episode was brought t...
Thats a wrap on season #1
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Special thank you to everyone who came in and participated in the conversation. Many thanks Conor
Ep 19 - Reuben: Soldier Apprentice Carpenter to H&S Manager
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 19, we had the pleasure of welcoming Reuben, whose diverse career journey transitions from an army apprentice carpenter in the Irish Defenc...
Ep 18 - Stephen Doyle Professional Soldier & Entrepreneur
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the 10forty Podcast, we sit down over a team call with Stephen Doyle , a seasoned professional whose career has spanned the globe f...
Ep 17 - Keith: From Army to Garda to Fireman
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode of the 10forty podcast, we're privileged to have Keith, a man of immense experience and fortitude. From serving in the army to work...
Ep 16 - John: Commandant to Senior Operations & Supply Chain Manager
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #16 of the 10forty podcast, we welcomed John to our office to chat about his military history and subsequent transition to civilian life. ...
Ep 15 - Eric: Cavalry Sergeant to Motorbike Instructor & Business Owner
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the 10forty podcast, we finally got Eric Dalton onto a Teams call. A man with a wealth of experiences spanning a remarkable ...
Ep 14 - Claire: Section Commander to Trainee Paramedic
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the 10forty podcast, we headed to the podcast studio to catch up with Claire as she reflects on her 23 years in the Defence ...
Ep 13 - Shane: APC Driver Fintech Program and Operations Coordinator. to Founder of Player Passpor
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Episode #13 of the '10forty' podcast this week we dive deep into the journey of Shane Casey. Entering the Army at the tender age of 17 without a leavi...
Ep 12 - Jason: Commandant to CEO of SkillVista
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Episode #12 of the '10forty' podcast, we connect with Jason Culloty via a Teams call to discuss his military career and the inception of his innovativ...
Ep 11 - Debbie: Military Police to Triathlon Coach
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #11 of the 10forty podcast delighted to have Debbie Carr as our guest. Debbie boasts a distinguished career spanning 21 years in the Defenc...
Ep 10 - Graham: Mowag Driver to Operations Manager
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #10 of the 10forty podcast, we're thrilled to host Graham Fitzgerald, a man known for his impressive and inspiring journey. Graham's story ...
Ep 9 - Liam: Sgt Majors Assistant to AML Director
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Ep#9 of our 10 Forty podcast, we briefly discuss Liam's world before his time in the military, explored his army career, and examined the education...
Ep 8 - Stephen: Learning & Development Manager to Health & Safety Manager with a Global Company
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the 8th episode of the 10forty podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting Stephen, a seasoned health & safety manager affiliated with a prestigiou...
Clip - Ep 2 - John IT.ie digital marketing manager and retired Aide de Camp to the president of Ireland.
02 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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Clip - Ep 2 - John IT.ie digital marketing manager and retired Aide de Camp to the president of Ireland.
02 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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Clip - Ep 2 - John IT.ie digital marketing manager and retired Aide de Camp to the president of Ireland.
02 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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Ep 6 - Philip: Captain to Big 4 Senior Manager and now Head of Operational Innovation
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #6 of the 10forty podcast, we welcomed Philip Quinlan, Head of Operational Innovation at the UCD Innovation Academy Philip served as a Capt...
Ep 5 - Will: Flight Sergeant to Learning Program Manger in the Pharmaceutical Industry
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #5 of the 10forty podcast, we were privileged to have Will Fitzgerald as our guest. Will is now a Learning Program Manager in the Pharmaceu...
Ep 4 - Deirdre: Military Gender Advisor to Trust & Safety Manager in Big Tech
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #4 of the 10forty podcast, we had the honour of hosting Deirdre Carbery. Deirdre is a former Captain and Gender Advisor in the Irish Defenc...
Ep 3 - James Clear Story International CEO
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #3 of the 10forty podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting James, the esteemed CEO of Clearstory International. Prior to his entrepreneurial...
Ep 2 - John IT.ie digital marketing manager and retired Aide de Camp to the president of Ireland.
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #2 of the 10forty podcast, I had the pleasure of welcoming John, a distinguished 27-year veteran of the Irish Defence Forces. During his re...
Ep 1 - Sean from B2B Fitness
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #1 of the 10forty podcast, I was joined by Sean from B2B Fitness. Sean served in the Defence Forces and is a Silver and Gold medalist in ...