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Latest episode

Jul 11, 2026

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Episodes

'Open for Business' Roadshow Enniscorthy: Gavin Glass 12.10.2024

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 12.10.2024

Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair is Ed Murphy, CEO of Greentech HQ.

Wexford legends: Liam Griffin & Ivan Yates 12.10.2024

Bobby was joined by two of Wexford's most famous sons, hotelier and GAA manager, Liam Griffin & Ivan Yates, former Fine Gael minister & co-host of the weekly podcast 'Path to Power'.

Out & About at The National 1798 Rebellion Centre 12.10.2024

Broadcasting live from Greentech HQ in Enniscorthy for our roadshow ‘Open for Business’, Bobby was Out & About at The National 1798 Rebellion Centre to brush up on his Irish history and the struggle for freedom from British rule.

Enniscorthy Business Panel 12.10.2024

Broadcasting from Greentech HQ in Enniscorthy for the 'Open for Business' roadshow, Bobby is joined by some local businesses in Enniscorthy to get a sense of what its like to do business in the town. Joining Bobby is: - Matt Ronan of Evolve Health Store - Dermot Kavanagh of Smyth's Homevalue - Esperanza Hernedaz of Old Roots Winery & Vineyard - Colm Neville, Owner of the Riverside Park Hotel -...

Enniscorthy Highstreet Health-Check 12.10.2024

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 is Retail Consultant, Eddie Shanahan and Planning Expert, Conor Skehan.

'Shine A Light' Sleepout 2024 12.10.2024

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 annual sleepout for Focus Ireland where hundreds of people all over the country sleep out in solidarity with Ireland’s homeless community. Newstalk’s John Crosbie was there and he joined Bobby to chat about how he got on.

Bobby's Business Roundup with Darragh Clifford & Ann Power 12.10.2024

Broadcasting live from Greentech HQ in Enniscorthy for our roadshow ‘Open for Business’, joining Bobby to take a look at the business stories and front pages that are making the morning papers is Darragh Clifford, Group Editor of People Newspapers and Ann Power of Powerhouse Pr.

Why do some businesses succeed where others fail? 05.10.2024

Why do some businesses succeed where others fail? Graham Ruddick, the author of 'Risk Roulette: The surprising reasons why some businesses work, and others fail' joins Bobby to discuss.

Executive Chair: Tom O'Brien of Forvis Mazars 05.10.2024

Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair is Tom O'Brien, Managing Partner with Forvis Mazars.

Industry Review: Florists 05.10.2024

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 to pop into your local florist? For this week’s Industry Review, Bobby wanted to find out just how the sector is faring. Joining Bobby to discuss is:  Fionnuala McAuley, Chairperson of the Institute of Flowers Louise Jordan of Forest Green & Ce...

How can businesses stay safe when it comes to fraud? 05.10.2024

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 Nicola Sadlier, Head of Fraud at Bank of Ireland.

Out & About: The Good Bike Project 05.10.2024

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 05.10.2024

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 Fitzgerald Ireland.

Industry Review: The Booming Baby Industry 28.09.2024

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 Fahy, from Accessories4Babies; Ollwyn Moran, from COGNIDS; and Sheena Mitchell, from Wondercare.ie and host of A Wondercare Podcast. Hit 'Play' to hear this fascinating chat with some of Ireland's leading women in the industry.

Five Generations at Work: How We Win Together, For Good 28.09.2024

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 and Rebecca Robins titled: Five Generations at Work: How We Win Together, For Good. Bobby is joined by co-author Patrick Dunne for this brilliant chat. Hit 'Play' for more.

Executive Chair: Ronan Columb 28.09.2024

This week's Executive Chair has Bobby speaking with Ronan Columb, Managing Director at Castlethorn. Castelthorn are a construction company that have built over 30,000 houses some of the other biggest projects across the country. This is a conversation not to be missed, so hit 'play' now.

Out And About At Dublin Port 28.09.2024

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 on Transport, James Lawless, at the island's most important port before the launch of the Greenway project to the public. Hit 'Play' to hear more about Dublin Port Greenway now.

Why Can't Ireland Build Capital Projects? 28.09.2024

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. Bobby is joined by Cormac Lucey, Economist and columnist with the Sunday Times to discuss the saga with the NCH, and why these things often happen to Ireland's capital projects. Press 'Play' for more.

The Business Pages 28.09.2024

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, and Bob Hoffman of Vista Executive Search join Bobby this week. They take a look at the budget predictions and Willy Walsh's comments on the cap at Dublin Airport. Hit 'Play' to hear this and more.

The Taste of Kildare 21.09.2024

Bobby takes us on a Trip to The Taste Of Kildare It finishes on the 22nd of September and features some of the best producers, chefs and even some live entertainment. Get all the sounds from the great festival by hitting 'Play' below

Executive Chair: Peter Stapleton 21.09.2024

Bobby is joined by Peter Stapleton for this week's edition of the Executive Chair Peter is a Managing Partner at Maples Group, a leading international law firm Listen to the chat in full by hitting 'Play' here.

Martin Shanahan 21.09.2024

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 Today Show on RTÉ and his Mad About and Still Mad About Fish series garner huge attention  His Fishy Fish restaurant in Kenmare is one of the country’s best, so this is a chat not to be missed  Hit ‘Play’ now 

Industry Review: The Cocktail Industry 21.09.2024

This week's edition of The Industry Review is focusing on the world of mixology Bobby is joined by Dave Mulligan from 1661, Darren Geraghty from Hawksmoor and Pat Thomas from The Blind Pig Speakeasy as they discuss the craft and how the business is looking these days These are some of the best in the business, so it's a chat not to be missed Hit 'Play' now

The Big Business Stories 21.09.2024

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 morning More budget speculation and Irish mortgage arrears at a low, among those in the headlines. Hit 'Play' for more

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