Down To Business
Episodes
Are reports of Ireland’s wealth greatly exaggerated?
18 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A current budget surplus of €12.8 billion makes Ireland an outlier among western economies but Cormac Lucey is not so sure everything is all rosey a...
What is 'soft quitting' and should employers be concerned?
18 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We heard of 'quiet quitting' last year but a new trend has emerged which some say will damage the output and culture of a company - 'soft quitting'. S...
Business Roundup January 18th
18 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Mandy Johnston to go through the main business stories from the Saturday papers is Louisa Meehan of Woodview HRM and Robert Whelan of RockWell...
Executive Chair: Ted Wright of Writech
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Bobby in the Executve Chair this week is Ted Wright of Writech.
Industry Review: Motivational Speakers
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For this week’s Industry Review, Bobby thought it would be good to talk to a few people who have overcome their own challenges in life and who might...
Why are EV sales on the decline?
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There was a significant fall in the sale of EVs last year in comparison to 2023, but what does this tell us about the future of EVs? Philip Nolan, mot...
Out & About: Festina Lente
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby went out & about to Festina Lente in Wicklow - a charity that supports people to achieve their personal best in the natural world of horses,...
Executive Chair: Ian McGuinness, CEO of Roganstown Hotel & Country Club
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Bobby this week in the executive chair was Ian McGuinness, CEO of Roganstown Hotel & Country Club.
A Groundhog Career: how to find a business that aligns with your values and purpose and live a professional life on your own terms
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby talks to Dr David Oxley the co-author of a new book A Groundhog Careertalks about how to find a business that aligns with your values and purpos...
Industry Review: Gyms
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For this weeks industry review Bobby looks at Gyms.
Quiet Leader: What you can learn from the power of introverts
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby talks to Sissel Heiberg is an expert in introverted leadership and author of new book Quiet Leader: What you can learn from the power of introve...
Out and about: Pitch golf
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week's out and about was in pitch golf.
A new tool to get all your affairs in order
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jacquelyn Dunne of the Journey.ie on a new tool to get all your affairs in order.
Motivational speaker Paul Boross gives us some inspiration for the new year
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Bobby this morning was Motivational speaker Paul Boross.
Reflecting on ‘Open for Business’ Road Shows on Down to Business in 2024
28 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On down to business in 2024 Bobby visited many regional towns across the country as part of his ‘Open for Business’ Roadshows. Bobby while visitin...
Business stories of the year reviewed
28 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been quite the year for business stories. From China becoming the king of EV production, to the economic panic Donald Trump’s re-election has...
Executive Chair: Shane Kelly and Ross Leahy
21 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby is joined Shane Leahy and Ross Kelly of One4Humanity for this week’s Executive Chair.One4Humanity is a registered charity that works to provid...
Grafton Street at Christmas
21 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby hits the streets for his annual broadcast from Grafton Street.Get all the sights and sounds of Dublin's busiest shopping street, at its busiest ...
Industry Review: The Panto
21 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Panto is a Christmas tradition for many families, but not a lot is known of the people behind the stage productions.So, Bobby sits down with some ...
Ian O’Doherty
21 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ian sits down with Bobby on the dying days of Christmas to talk about embracing Christmas and forgetting your stress.Whether you’re Scrooge or Santa...
Christmas Last Minute
21 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s last-minute dotcom out there, and people are scrambling to get their presents together, so who better to have on than Conor Pope.Conor Pope is ...
The Business Pages
21 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 wi...
The Piccolo Lasso Choir
21 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 C...
Zero Sum: Inside Russia’s economic transformation
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby was joined by the author of ‘Zero Sum’, Charles Hecker which offers a sharp and insightful look at Russia’s economic transformation and it...
Industry Review: Markets
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Bobby this week for the industry review was:Jackie Spillane, Director of Spillane World Markets Bree Allen, Manager of Ballymaloe Grain Store ...
Executive Chair: Lorraine Butler of CPM
14 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lorraine Butler, CEO UK & Ireland, CPM joins Bobby on the Executive Chair this week.
How is FDI looking for next year?
14 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 exa...
Out and About at Super Social
14 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby heads outside to Super Social at Leapardstown Racecourse, a new competitive socialising place suitable for adults, with activities such as inter...
Bobby's Business Stories with Susan Hayes Culleton and Doug Keatinge
14 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Bobby to roundup the stories making the business pages was Susan HayesCulleton and Doug Keatinge.
The Executive Chair: John Rooney
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 real...
Industry Review: The Christmas Producers
07 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby sits down with three food producers that are putting a little Christmas twist on their products for the seasonJames Burke, Network Manager of th...
EY Entrepreneur of The Year Winners
07 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby goes out and about to meet the three winners of the EY Entrepreneur of The Year winner.Bobby speak with winner from the International Category, ...
The Arnott's Christmas Market
07 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Earlier in the week, Bobby went out and about at the Arnott's Christmas Market.Five new Irish companies have been given their opportunity to showcase ...
Lord Mark Price on The Global Workplace Report
07 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lord Mark Price joins Bobby to discuss the findings in this year's global workplace Report.Lord Mark is the founder of employee happiness platform, Wo...
The Week in Business
07 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby is joined by Ronan Reid, from Cantor Fitzgerald Ireland, and Louisa Meehan, from Woodview HRM to discuss the big business stories in the papers....
Industry Review - Public Relations
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the ever-changing online landscape and the globalisation of the business world, it has never been more important to reach out and communicate wit...
Executive Chair: Larissa Feeney, Founder of Kinore
23 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Bobby in the executive chair was Larissa Feeney, CEO & Founder of Kinore.
Bluesky - Twitter killer or flash in the pan?
23 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Bobby to look at the potential Twitter killer 'Bluesky' was Stephen O’Leary of Olytico.
Coaching for performance - the bible on coaching gets a facelift
23 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Coaching for Performance is often seen as the bible of coaching manuals. When it was first published, it made its author, Sir John Whitmore, the undis...
Bobby's business roundup with Caroline Reidy and Conor Faughnan
23 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Bobby to roundup the stories making the business pages was Caroline Reidy and Conor Faughnan.
EY Panel on the importance of resilience
23 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby continues his conversations with some of the finalists of this year's EY Entrepreneur of the Year Awards this week focusing on the topic of resi...
Industry Review: Cinemas
16 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Long forecast to be going the way of the home movie rental business, cinemas have stayed the course and traversed some rocky waters in recent years.In...
EY Panel on the importance of networking & mentoring in business
16 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby continues his conversations with some of the finalists of this year's EY Entrepreneur of the Year Awards. To discuss the importance of networkin...
Executive Chair: Eimear Byrne, Country Lead of SD Worx Ireland
16 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is Eimear Byrne, Country Lead of SD Worx Ireland.
Andy O’Donoghue at Web Summit 2024
16 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Web Summit has been taking pace this week. Tech guru Andy O’Donoghue, who has been there, joins Bobby to chat about what’s been going on.
Simon Zebo on his new whiskey venture 'Black Emerald'
16 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Since retiring in June, Munster and Ireland rugby legend Simon Zebo has been busy finding his feet in the business world. He Joins Bobby to talk about...
A roadmap to running a family business
16 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Family run businesses are the backbone of almost any economy in the world. Emanuela Rondi, co-author of 'The Family Business Book: A Roadmap for Entre...
Bobby's Business Roundup with Louisa Meehan & Robert Whelan
16 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Bobby to run through the top business stories form the Saturday papers is Louisa Meehan of Woodview HRM & Robert Whelan of Rockwell Financ...
Executive Chair: Fergal and Barry Doyle of Arboretum
09 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week in the Executive Chair Mandy was joined by brothers Fergal and Barry Doyle from Arboretum.
How to lead in the age of outrage
09 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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....
Industry Review: Sports Journalists
09 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s edition of the industry review we explored the world of sports journalism Joining Mandy to do so was ● &...
Economics post Trump victory
09 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 vi...
Why are provincial properties in the retail sector increasing in value?
09 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 retai...
Mandy's Business Roundup with Jackie King and Jon Ihle
09 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Mandy to recap the biggest business stories of the week is Jackie King, Executive Director with IBEC Global and Jon Ihle, Deputy Business Edit...
Executive Chair: Conrad Digan of Shaws Department Store
02 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is Conrad Digan of Shaws Department Store.
EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024 finalist panel talk AI
02 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ciaran Burke from Swoop; Jonathan Larbey from T-Pro; and Stephen Nolan from Nutritics join Bobby to talk about how AI is powering their businesses and...
Industry Review: Perfume
02 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Just how secure is Ireland's economic position?
02 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Irish economic growth is expected to continue at a moderate pace as the economy nears full capacity but with a growing population and ongoing challeng...
How fintech can benefit SMEs with Andy O'Donoghue
02 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Resident tech guru Andy O'Donoghue joins Bobby to talk about how fintech can benefit SMEs.
Bobby's business stories of the week November 2nd
02 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Bobby to go through the main business stories from the week is Leadership Communications expert, Gina London & Doug Keatinge, Head of Comm...
Executive Chair: Irish Life CEO Declan Bolger
26 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair is Declan Bolger, CEO of Irish Life
Kaput: The End of the German Miracle
26 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby is joined by Wolfgang Münchau to discuss his new book 'Kaput: The End of the German Miracle'.
How to unlock your leadership story
26 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Bobby to talk about her new book 'Unlock Your Leadership Story: How to Build Understanding and Motivate Teams Using Fables and Folktales' is P...
Industry Review: Pubs
26 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 Bal...
Out & About on Valentia Island
26 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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.
The Customer is the Planet: A handbook for sustainable business
26 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby is joined by Donal Daly, co-author of 'The Customer is the Planet: A handbook for sustainable business'.
Fintech Wars: Tech Titans, Complex Crypto and the Future of Money
26 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby is joined by James da Costa to talk about his new book ' Fintech Wars: Tech Titans, Complex Crypto and the Future of Money'.
Executive Chair: Jim Campion of Campion Insurance
19 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is Jim Campion of Campion Insurance.
Industry Review: Butchers
19 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ou...
Out & About with City Kayaking
19 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby was out & about with Jonathan O’Brien of City Kayaking to explore Dublin city from the River Liffey.
Sligo Live 2024 with founder Rory O’Connor
19 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 lo...
Why are employees reluctant to step up to senior leadership roles?
19 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
According to new University of Limerick research published this week, employees are reluctant to step up to senior leadership roles due to concerns ov...
Bobby's Business Roundup with Susan HayesCulleton & Declan Ralph
19 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Bobby to run through the main business stories from the Saturday papers is Susan HayesCulleton aka The Positive Economist & Declan Ralph, ...
'Open for Business' Roadshow Enniscorthy: Gavin Glass
12 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wrapping things up following a hugely successful and enjoyable 'Open for Business' Roadshow is a song from Gavin Glass.
Executive Chair: Ed Murphy, CEO of Greentech HQ
12 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair is Ed Murphy, CEO of Greentech HQ.
Wexford legends: Liam Griffin & Ivan Yates
12 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby was joined by two of Wexford's most famous sons, hotelier and GAA manager, Liam Griffin & Ivan Yates, former Fine Gael minister & co-hos...
Out & About at The National 1798 Rebellion Centre
12 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Broadcasting live from Greentech HQ in Enniscorthy for our roadshow ‘Open for Business’, Bobby was Out & About at The National 1798 Rebellion ...
Enniscorthy Business Panel
12 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Broadcasting from Greentech HQ in Enniscorthy for the 'Open for Business' roadshow, Bobby is joined by some local businesses in Enniscorthy to get a s...
Enniscorthy Highstreet Health-Check
12 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
'Shine A Light' Sleepout 2024
12 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby was broadcasting from Greentech HQ in Enniscorthy for the 'Open for Business' roadshow this week. As a result, he wasn't able to attend the annu...
Bobby's Business Roundup with Darragh Clifford & Ann Power
12 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Broadcasting live from Greentech HQ in Enniscorthy for our roadshow ‘Open for Business’, joining Bobby to take a look at the business stories and ...
Why do some businesses succeed where others fail?
05 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why do some businesses succeed where others fail? Graham Ruddick, the author of 'Risk Roulette: The surprising reasons why some businesses work, and o...
Executive Chair: Tom O'Brien of Forvis Mazars
05 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair is Tom O'Brien, Managing Partner with Forvis Mazars.
Industry Review: Florists
05 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The summer may be gone but that’s not to say there’s no way to get a bit of life and colour in our lives, and what better way to do just that than...
How can businesses stay safe when it comes to fraud?
05 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fraud is perhaps a bigger threat to businesses than it ever has been before. Joining Bobby for some helpful advice about staying safe as a business is...
Out & About: The Good Bike Project
05 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby was out & about at The Good Bike Project, an initiative that’s giving Ukrainian people a sustainable mode of transport.
Bobby's Business Roundup with Ronan Reid & Caroline Bocquel
05 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Bobby to go through the main business stories from he Saturday papers is Caroline Bocquel, CEO of Bord Iascaigh Mhara and Ronan Reid of Cantor...
Out And About At Dublin Port
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby heads outside to report from Dublin Port's Greenway.He speaks with CEO of Dublin Port, Barry O'Connell and even runs into the Minister for State...
The Business Pages
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby takes a look at the biggest business stories in the papers with some of the industry's best brains.Broadcaster and businesswoman, Norah Casey, a...
Five Generations at Work: How We Win Together, For Good
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know we are living and working in a world that spans five generations?This interesting observation is the focus of new book by Patrick Dunne a...
Why Can't Ireland Build Capital Projects?
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rows and disagreements continue to slow down The National Children's Hospital's build, adding to the arduous cycle of this hospital's semi-existence.B...
Industry Review: The Booming Baby Industry
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby is joined by three of Ireland's best businesswomen, making some of the most cutting-edge and intuitive products for parents and babies.Eimear Fa...
Executive Chair: Ronan Columb
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week's Executive Chair has Bobby speaking with Ronan Columb, Managing Director at Castlethorn.Castelthorn are a construction company that have bu...
The Taste of Kildare
21 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby takes us on a Trip to The Taste Of KildareIt finishes on the 22nd of September and features some of the best producers, chefs and even some live...
Executive Chair: Peter Stapleton
21 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby is joined by Peter Stapleton for this week's edition of the Executive ChairPeter is a Managing Partner at Maples Group, a leading international ...
Industry Review: The Cocktail Industry
21 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week's edition of The Industry Review is focusing on the world of mixologyBobby is joined by Dave Mulligan from 1661, Darren Geraghty from Hawksm...
Martin Shanahan
21 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby speaks with Ireland’s most famous Fish Chef, Martin Shanahan, who came to studio all the way from Kenmare Martin is a regular on The Toda...
The Big Business Stories
21 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby is joined by Caroline Reidy of the HR Suite and Robert Whelan of Rockwell Finance to look at the big business stories in the paper on Saturday m...
‘Growth’ by Daniel Susskind
21 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is constant growth in our economy something to be striving for? Economist at Oxford University, Daniel Susskind, joins Bobby to discuss his new ...
'Into The Mystic' by Bobby McCarthy
14 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Following a hugely enjoyable broadcast from the Imperial Hotel in Dundalk as a part of our 'Open for Business' roadshow, the team wrapped things up wi...