Down To Business

Now, the fraudsters are getting smarter – and it’s not just consumers they’re after. From fake ads on social media to CEO impersonation and invoice redirection, businesses are increasingly in the firing line. Paul O’Brien from Bank of Ireland’s Group Security team joins Bobby to discuss the best ways to protect yourself, online and on the phone.

Now, it’s time to throw a sausage on the barby. Bobby went out to Herbert Park in Dublin for the Big Grill ‘25 - celebration of all things barbecue. He spoje to Andy Noonan, The Big Grill Festival Director, Daniel "BBQ Snob" Vaughn, John Bates, Head Chef and fire tender at InterStellar BBQ and Raquel Acosta aka the Jamonfluencer

Valerie Cox and John Ilne join Bobby Kerr to discuss the days biggest business stories.

Bobby meets Roddy Greene, Managing Director of Mondello Park, at the world famous track to about running Ireland’s only International Motorsport Venue and navigating the Business of High-Speed Racing. Listen here.

Technology Commentator Andy O’Donoghue examines Meta’s Multi-Billion Investment into AI Superintelligence, its implications for the Workplace, and the broader societal risks. Listen here for all the details on a potentially world-altering announcement.

Three Independent Furniture Retailers join Bobby for the Industry Review this week. Grainne Cassidy, Founder of Pieces.ie , Orla Walsh, of Rightstyle Furniture and Conleth McKernan, of Benmore Studio The guys discuss trends, challenges, and opportunities in the sector — from shifting customer tastes to supply chain pressures. Listen here.

Bobby heads to the RDS to soak in the atmosphere, meet Exhibitors, and explore why this Summer staple continues to draw crowds year after year. The Horse Show is one of the biggest events of the equine calendar. Bobby gets to see exactly what keeps the show going for so long by meeting some of the biggest names in the business. Listen here.

Cliff Taylor, Managing Editor of The Irish Times, explains the potential impact of Donald Trump’s apparent Global Trade War on Ireland’s Economic Stability and Export Markets. After a tumultuous few months of global trade, there isn't many signs of slowing down. Listen here.

Ronan Reid, Senior Stockbroker at Cantor, and Journalist & Author Valerie Cox join Bobby to run through the weekend’s top business headlines. From Trump tariffs to Ryan Tubridy's big fine, get all the biggest business stories here.

Join Bobby Kerr on this week's episode of "Down to Business" as he dives into the intricate world of trade tariffs and their impact on the Irish economy. With renowned broadcaster and businesswoman Norah Casey and Declan Ralph from BWG Group, Bobby navigates the latest developments in the EU-U.S. trade deal and the ongoing uncertainties that could affect various industries, from pharma to spirits....

Bobby's out and about again and this week visits the bustling world of Bambino, a New York-style pizza shop located on Dublin’s Stephen Street. Bobby sits down with founders Nick and Shane to uncover the story behind their successful venture. Hear how a late-night Zoom call during lockdown sparked their passion for pizza, and get insights into their unique operation that keeps customers coming bac...

Join Bobby Kerr in this engaging episode as he delves into the world of corporate culture with playwright Catriona Daly and HR expert Louisa Meehan. Catriona shares insights about her new comedy, "The Lunch Punch," which humorously critiques the often absurd jargon and flawed hierarchies of modern workplaces. With sold-out performances already, she reveals the inspiration behind the play and how i...

In this episode of "Down to Business," Bobby Kerr sits down with Hari Abburi to delve into his thought-provoking book, "Ideas Don't Die, Companies Do." Hari challenges the prevailing notion of customer obsession, arguing that the future lies in organizations that prioritize innovative ideas. He shares insights on how many companies focus on efficiency but neglect the importance of curiosity and im...

In this episode, Bobby welcomes Donnchadh Casey, CEO of Calypso AI, who shares his fascinating journey from a petrol forecourt in Cobh to leading an innovative cybersecurity firm. Donnchadh reflects on his diverse career in engineering, including his time at McKinsey and Qualtrics, before diving into the world of AI and its transformative impact on business and society. Discover how Calypso AI is...

Bobby Kerr dives deep into the evolving landscape of Ireland’s hotel sector with three industry leaders. Join Bobby as he chats with Allen Flynn from the Flynn Hotel Collection, Paul Gallagher of the Irish Hotels Federation, and Dee Nix, CEO of Lawlor's Hotel in Naas. They discuss the current state of the industry, the impacts of tourism fluctuations, staffing challenges, and innovative steps bein...

Former Airbnb executive Aisling Hassell now leads Daha Wellness. She sits down with Bobby to talk about leaving the corporate world behind and building something with purpose. Listen here.

Aidan O'Shea from Otonomee, Caitlín McConn, Operations Manager at Grow Remote, and Dee Coakley, Co-founder and CEO of Boundless, join Bobby to explore how remote working has evolved from a pandemic fix to a permanent fixture. What will employers' new approach to work mean for productivity, culture, and the future of business? Listen here

Rafe Uddin of the Financial Times joins us to explain how autonomous taxis are gaining ground in Silicon Valley and what it might mean for cities around the world. Listen here.

Declan Murphy, Founder and Chair of Allsorter, talks about how AI-generated CVs are flooding recruitment and how his company is helping separate fact from fiction. Listen here.

Bobby is out and about to visit Éist Coffee in a Glenegeary to find out if coffee and commuting really go hand in hand — and what it takes to run a business in a unique location like a train station. Listen here.

Lorcan Allen of Keating & Associates and Joan Mulvihill, Digitisation Lead at Siemens, join Bobby to run through the top business headlines from the weekend papers. Trump tariff talks continue, and Intel's troubles are among the stories in the headlines this weekend. Listen here.

Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair is Luke Hanlon, Managing Director of SuperValu & Centra.

Charlotte Otter is the author of 'We Need New Leaders', a book that helps aspiring CEOs from diverse backgrounds land and keep the top jobs. Charlotte joins Bobby to discuss.

This week marks the 25th anniversary of Lidl's arrival in Ireland. Conor Pope joins Bobby to discuss the impact Lidl has made on the Irish supermarket sector and more.

For this week's Industry Review, Bobby is joined by three leading voices in Ireland’s digital marketing and transformation space. Caroline Dunlea is the CEO and Co-Founder of Core Optimisation Jane McDaid is the Founder of Thinkhouse Seamus White, Co-founder & Head of Digital Marketing at Granite Digital Together, they explore how their companies have evolved in recent years, how they’re respo...