Down To Business

Cyber Security is a growing business. Kevin O’Loughlin, CEO of Nostra, is busier than ever helping build protections and first line defenses for businesses. Kevin spoke to Bobby.

Pat Whelan of James Whelan Butchers who’s book The Irish Beef Book has just been reprinted to celebrate it’s 10th Anniversary and Pat joined Bobby to talk all thing beef.

To go through the business stories of the week Bobby was joined by Gina London, communications expert and columnist with the Sunday Independent and Declan Ralph, Retail Development Director with BWG Foods.    

Dan O’Brien, Chief Economist, Institute for International and European Affairs spoke to Bobby as the nation braces itself for next weeks budget.

They say style never goes out of fashion but for those of us who wouldn’t know haute couture if it came up and hit him in the face, finding the clothes that not only fit but make us look and feel like our authentic selves can be a real challenge. Thankfully the personal shopping industry is here to help. Joining Bobby for this week’s Industry review to look at the work of personal styling was: Orl...

This week Bobby was joined in the executive chair by Richard Meehan, President & CEO of Velico Medical

Behind every success is the unique story of an individual who has transformed their ambition into reality. 21st Century Business Icons: The Leaders Who Are Changing our World is a new book by Sally Percy, which explores the success stories and strategies behind some of the biggest names in business the world over. She joins Bobby to discuss.

Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is Ronan Reid, Director of Cantor Fitzgerald Services Ltd.

George Horn is a third-generation master glove maker based in the heart of Dublin city. Founded by George in the 1940's, the business is continued by his son, Brian, and grandson, Gerard. Bobby took a trip out to their shop in Stoneybatter to find out more about the business.

From smart doorbells to fully-fledged 24-hour surveillance, there are many ways to secure your home and business. But even though there is more technology out there to help keep us safe, are would-be criminals also getting more cunning? Joining Bobby to discuss the state of the residential & commercial property security sector is: Aaron Mooney, CEO of Action24 Eoin Dunne, CEO of Phonewatch Jon...

Huawei has made a massive statement in the world of smartphones with its new processor that showcases its capacity to support 5G wireless speeds. Our resident Tech guru, Andy O'Donoughue joins Bobby to discuss what kind of impact it will have on the likes of Samsung and Apple.

Joining Bobby to take a look at the business stories hitting the headlines is Breda Browne of Unique Media and Des Doris of Alchemy Events.

Since 2011, the Very Pink Run has raised in excess of €6 million to support Breast Cancer Ireland's ongoing research and education programmes. This is an opportunity for everyone to participate in a fun-filled morning with music, face painters, and more. Bobby chats to Lorraine Keane who is taking part this morning.

Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is David Russell the Chief Executive of Elio Networks

In a period when the world continues to play at denial, Stuart McLachlan & Dean Sanders, authors of 'The Adventure of Sustainable Performance' are seeking to help leaders to instead see foundations. Stuart and Dean join Bobby to discuss.

It’s an essential skill these days and one that most of us learn how to do in our younger years. But with backlogs in driving tests an ongoing issue, how are our driving schools and driving instructors faring in what must be a very busy time? Joining Bobby to discuss is: Darragh Dunne, Allied Driving Instructors Kevin Horgan, Managing Director of Ladybird Driving School  Darren Mullane, Mulla...

Oakberry Açai is a healthy fast food, present in more than 35 countries and with more than 600 stores. Bobby visits the new Oakberry store in Dublin to find out more about this healthy fast-food treat.

Bobby talks to Conor Pope about why grocery prices are going up when food inflation is going down.

In recent months, as Irish banks enjoy massive profits, consumers were found to have the lowest deposit rates out of the Eurozone, United Kingdom, and the United States. One of the ways to more evenly distribute the profits of our baking institutions is the implementation of a windfall tax, but Cormac Lucey warns against this - he joins Bobby to discuss.

Bobby talks to author, Ben Mezrich who wrote ‘The Anti-social Network’ which is the basis of the new movie ‘Dumb Money’ - all about the strange buying and selling of Gamestop Stocks in January 2021.

Rounding out a hugely enjoyable broadcast from the Three Store on Grafton Street, Bobby was joined by Jack Lukeman - aka Jack L - who played his song 'Battle of the Hawthorn Trees'.

Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair is Maria Dickenson, Managing Director of Dubray Books.

Described as “Dublin’s best museum experience” the Little Museum of Dublin has twice been voted the number one museum in Ireland on TripAdvisor. It’s just a stone’s throw away from the Three Store where Bobby and the team were broadcasting from this week - to discuss the importance of preserving the social, cultural, and political heritage of the city, Bobby is joined by Trevor White, Director of...

Bobby and the team were broadcasting from the Three Store on Grafton Street this week, a street that is integral to shopping in Dublin, and home to some of the biggest brands in the world along with thriving independent offerings. But is Grafton Street a good place to do business and what lies in store for its future? Joining Bobby to discuss is: Paddy Sheary, Owner of Patrick Sheary Menswear Eddi...

Broadcasting live from the Three Store on Grafton Street this Saturday to celebrate their 'Grants for Small Businesses' Programme, Bobby chats with Padraig Sheerin, Head of SME at Three as well as two of last year's winners of the grant - Megan White, the founder of Runsafe, and Aidan Morgan, founder of A.M Hurley’s & Sports.