Bästa Down To Business podcaster (2025)

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Exploring the Frustrations of College Search and Affordability with Liane Crane 22:38

13h ago22:38

22:38

Sarah Holtan, PhD interviews Liane Crane, owner of The College Dollar, about the realities of college costs and the steps we can take to demystify them. With first-hand experience guiding her own children through college and assisting countless families, Liane's insights shine a light on the often murky world of college finance. Many parents and st…

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Executive Chair: Katie Farrell & Matthew Coffey of Squid 11:12

3d ago11:12

11:12

Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is Katie Farrell & Matthew Coffey of Dublin-based loyalty app, Squid.

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Canada gets wakeup call that world 'unstable and dangerous place' 21:29

6d ago21:29

21:29

Margaret MacMillan, emeritus professor of history at the University of Toronto, gives perspective on what Donald Trump's presidency means to Canada and the world Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesAv Postmedia

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Brazilian Currency & Debt Crisis 17:29

23d ago17:29

17:29

Brazil is facing a currency and debt crisis as investor confidence in the country’s economic policies plummets. Since President Lula da Silva returned to office in 2023, increased public spending and rising debt levels have fueled concerns about Brazil’s financial stability. The Brazilian Real has weakened significantly, inflation remains high, and…

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Is Dublin retail in a state of decline? 10:42

3d ago10:42

10:42

Is Dublin retail in a state of decline or is it simply a changing of the guard? Joining Bobby to discuss is Neil Bannon of Bannon, Ireland’s largest independently owned commercial property consultancy & Vinny O'Brien, e-commerce and marketplace consultant.

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'Money Remixed' with Mark Wilkinson 13:27

3d ago13:27

13:27

Bobby is joined by Mark Wilkinson, co-author of 'Money Remixed', a guide designed to reshape your mindset, redefining your relationship with money, and unlocking the abundant life you've always desired.

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Industry Review: Concierges 17:49

3d ago17:49

17:49

The concierge industry is undergoing a transformative phase at the moment, driven by technology, personalisation, and sustainability. So, for this week’s Industry Review, Bobby wanted to chat with three of the county’s finest to find out just what makes this line of business tick. Joining Bobby is Padraig Casey, Head Concierge at The Killarney Park…

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Six Nations Look-Ahead: Ireland v France 10:47

3d ago10:47

10:47

Can Ireland win three Six Nations Championships in a row and bag a Grand Slam along the way? Bobby is joined by former Irish International, Shane Byrne and Cameron Hill from Off the Ball to preview today's crunch game in the Aviva Stadium.

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Bobby's Business Roundup with Declan Ralph & Linda Daly 19:18

3d ago19:18

19:18

Joining Bobby to run through the main business stories from the Saturday papers is Linda Daly, Business Reporter with the Sunday Times and Declan Ralph of the BWG Group.

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Executive Chair: Mark Nolan of Dromoland Castle 11:57

10d ago11:57

11:57

Joining Bobby in the executive chair was Mark Nolan of Dromoland Castle. -

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Gary Beckwith: How To Make A Million In Business 11:59

10d ago11:59

11:59

Joining Bobby was Gary Beckwith on his book 'How To Make A Million In Business'.

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Industry Review: Hairdressers 18:31

10d ago18:31

18:31

This week's industry review looks at hairdressers, joining Bobby was: Ciara Burke, Owner of Glow Studio David Marshall, Founder of David Marshalls Hillary, Founder of Hillary’s

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Cormac Lucey on the housing crisis 8:50

10d ago8:50

8:50

Joining Bobby to look at the housing crisis was Cormac Lucey

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Bobby's business roundup with Susan Hayes Culleton and Doug Keatinge 25:26

10d ago25:26

25:26

Joining Bobby to recap the papers was Susan Hayes Culleton and Doug Keatinge.

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Out and about: Old Barracks Coffee 8:02

10d ago8:02

8:02

This week Bobby headed out to the Old Barracks Coffee.

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How the old trading rules are failing Canada 24:55

14d ago24:55

24:55

Lawrence Herman, who spent decades practicing international trade law, explains how anti-dumping remedies aren't working for Canadian companies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesAv Postmedia

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Prioritizing Career Advancement of Students with Jackie Slaats 36:25

15d ago36:25

36:25

Join Sarah Holtan, PhD, as she sits down with Jackie Slaats, Vice President for Strategic Initiatives and Career Advancement at Lake Forest College. Jackie’s commitment to career readiness has transformed Lake Forest into a leader in integrating career services into college life. This episode is packed with strategies that can redefine how institut…

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Bobby reports from CATEX, Ireland's Largest Foodservice and Hospitality Event. 6:38

17d ago6:38

6:38

Bobby chats to exhibitors and vendors as he visits this year's CATEX, Ireland's Largest Foodservice and Hospitality Event.

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Crackdown on 'dodgy boxes' with Conor Pope 10:39

17d ago10:39

10:39

Consumer Affairs Correspondent for the Irish Times, Conor Pope, joins Bobby to chat about an upcoming crackdown on illegal streaming services.

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Executive Chair: Teresa McNally of Irish HomeCare 12:02

17d ago12:02

12:02

Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is Teresa McNally of Irish HomeCare.

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Bobby's Business Roundup With Gina London and Bob Hoffman 23:52

17d ago23:52

23:52

Joining Bobby to run through the top business stories from the Saturday papers is columnist with the Sunday Independent, Gina London and Bob Hoffman of Vista Executive Search.

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Industry Review: Jewellers 16:52

17d ago16:52

16:52

Whether it's an engagement ring, a necklace, or a bracelet for that special someone in our lives, a piece of jewellery can often speak louder than words. For this week’s industry review, Bobby speaks to three people who have made it their business to help us do just that. Joining Bobby is: Denise O'Connor, Founder of Rare Jewellery Design Chris And…

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What can bees teach us about running our business? 11:07

17d ago11:07

11:07

Joining Bobby to chat about what we can learn from bees and reflect on our own role as leaders and role models is Philip Atkinson, author of 'Bee Wise - 12 Leadership Lessons from a Busy Beehive'.

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'No way Canada can win a trade war:' John Manley shares some hard truths 26:09

18d ago26:09

26:09

John Manley, the former federal minister who managed our relationship with the U.S. at the highest levels, says Donald Trump's tariff threats are a 'really loud wakeup call' for Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesAv Postmedia

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The business of employing neurodiverse adults 7:35

24d ago7:35

7:35

Finding a job as a person who is neurodiverse can be a huge challenge but Yvonne Brewer, country manager for Auticon - a tech company which employs neurodivergent workers in high powered roles - is looking to change all that. She joins Bobby to discuss.

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Executive Chair: Richard Shakespeare, Chief Executive of Dublin City Council 23:00

24d ago23:00

23:00

Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is Richard Shakespeare, Chief Executive of Dublin City Council.

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The changing landscape of doing business in America 8:10

24d ago8:10

8:10

Joining Bobby to chat about the changing landscape of doing business in America is dual-qualified accountant, Stephen Casey who operates in Ireland and New York as well as Brian Tyrrell, Director at Kilrock Capital.

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Industry Review: Home Improvement 16:53

24d ago16:53

16:53

With springtime well underway what better way to freshen things up than with a home renovation or design project to really tap into that sense of renewal, but where to begin, what are the current trends telling us, and what are the do’s and don’ts? Joining Bobby to discuss is: Clodagh Doyle, Creative Director & Project Manager of Placelift Natasha …

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Bobby’s Business Roundup with Robert Whelan & Caroline Reidy 23:28

24d ago23:28

23:28

Joining Bobby to run through the top business stories from the Saturday papers is Caroline Reidy of the HR Suite & Robert Whelan of Rockwell Finance.

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How Trump is pouring gas on the fire of de-globalization 29:50

26d ago29:50

29:50

Meredith Lilly, a trade adviser under former prime minister Stephen Harper, says the world is on the cusp of a new trade order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesAv Postmedia

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Course Expenses Deter Student Success with Julia Seaman, PhD 30:09

29d ago30:09

30:09

Sarah Holtan, PhD explores the hidden impact of course material expenses on student success with Julia Seaman, PhD, Director of Research, Bay View Analytics. Discover startling statistics and explore surprising insights into how these costs shape students’ academic journeys and choices. Course materials often play an invisible yet powerful role in …

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'Open for Business' Roadshow Kenmare: The Rising 5:00

1M ago5:00

5:00

Wrapping things up following a hugely successful and enjoyable 'Open for Business' Roadshow in Kenmare is Steven O’ Leary and Thomas Barrett who are all members of The Rising.

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Pat Falvey on business, perseverance, Everest & more 10:44

1M ago10:44

10:44

He’s climbed Everest from both north and south sides and he’s been to the South Pole. Joining Bobby to talk about his career as an adventurer, his life in business, and staying fit in your older years is author and motivational speaker, Pat Falvey.

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Out & About at 'Nest' in Kenmare 4:32

1M ago4:32

4:32

'Nest', situated in the heart of Kenmare, specialises in interesting and beautiful gifts for the home and family. Bobby popped in to check out some of their wares.

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Executive Chair: John Brennan 8:37

1M ago8:37

8:37

Broadcasting live from Kenmare Golf Club for the 'Open for Business' roadshow, Bobby is joined in the Executive Chair by John Brennan.

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Kenmare Business Panel 19:37

1M ago19:37

19:37

Broadcasting live from Kenmare Golf Club for the 'Open for Business' roadshow, Bobby is joined by some local businesses in Kenmare to get a sense of what its like to do business in the town: Karen Coakley aka 'The Kenmare Foodie' Patrick Hanley, co-owner the Lansdowne Hotel Patrick Christina Foley of Inish Living Padraig Hanley of Kenmare Boat Tour…

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Kenmare Highstreet Health-Check 9:56

1M ago9:56

9:56

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 in Kenmare is Retail Consultant, Vinny O Brien & Planning Expert, Conor Skehan.

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Minister of State Michael Healy-Rae 9:13

1M ago9:13

9:13

Broadcasting live from Kenmare Golf Club for the 'Open for Business' roadshow, Bobby is joined by ichael Healy-Rae, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine with Special Responsibilityfor Forestry, Horticulture and Farm Safety.

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Kenmare 'Open for Business' Paper Panel 16:16

1M ago16:16

16:16

Broadcasting live from Kenmare Golf Club for the 'Open for Business' roadshow, Bobby is joined by Jerry O’Sullivan, host of Kerry Today on Radio Kerry & Sinead Kelleher, journalist with the Kerryman to go through the main business stories from the Saturday papers.

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Executive Chair: Caroline Jackson, owner of Jacksonstone Recruitment 13:06

1M ago13:06

13:06

Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is Caroline Jackson, owner of Jacksonstone Recruitment.

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Industry Review: Tribute Bands 17:26

1M ago17:26

17:26

Joining Bobby for this week's Industry Review is Gavin Murphy of These Charming Men; James Bermingham of The George Michael Experience; and Graham Carey of Absolute Eagles.

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What has been the lasting impact of Brexit? 11:37

1M ago11:37

11:37

Joining Bobby to chat about the impact of Brexit 5 years on is David Smith, Economics Editor of The Sunday Times.

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Coach Yourself Confident with Dr Julie Smith 9:06

1M ago9:06

9:06

Could you be held back by low self confidence in work? Dr Julie Smith is the author of Coach Yourself Confident - she joins Bobby to discuss.

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What is DeepSeek & why has it caused such a stir? 8:29

1M ago8:29

8:29

Joining Bobby to discuss the impact of DeepSeek on the AI sector is Mark Kelly, Founder of AI Ireland.

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Bobby's Business Roundup with Stephen O'Leary & Linda Daly 22:27

1M ago22:27

22:27

Joining Bobby to take a look at the business stories that are making the morning papers is Stephen O’Leary of Olytico and Linda Daly, Business Reported with the Sunday Times.

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Capitalizing on Enrollment Trends with Robert Nowak 31:35

1M ago31:35

31:35

**Note** This episode was recorded in December 2024 and was based on a preliminary report that has since been updated. The more recent findings from the National Student Clearinghouse show that undergraduate enrollment is actually up by 4.5%, not the 3% as stated in the episode. The majority of the take-aways and the broader conversation still appl…

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