The Business

Siofra Mulqueen reports on the business of sweet making on Easter Eve.

Journalist and broadcaster Marion McKeone joins Aine to discuss how the United States and Iran are conducting an online war of memes and AI generated videos.

David and Bridin McGowan of McGowan Funeral Directors share their experiences in the funeral industry, revealing what life is like when death is a part of your everyday routine.

With Donald Trump revealing plans for his presidential library earlier this week, comedy writer Aidan Fitzmaurice reflects on the desire of some people to have their name and image everywhere.

Suzanne Lynch, Brussels Bureau Chief with Bloomberg, joins Aine to dissect the implications of the war in the Middle East on energy costs, as the EU warns that we must brace ourselves for a long-lasting energy shock.

Dr Patrick Bury, Warfare and Counter-Terrorism specialist at the University of Bath, joins Aine to discuss the US F-15 fighter jet which was shot down over Iran as searches continue for its missing crew member.

Dave McArdle reports on the business of Easter Camps as thousands of children across the country prepare for singing, swimming and sailing over the next couple of weeks.

Shane Finn and Rebecca Hoban join Richard to discuss how their love of the outdoors and the Kingdom of Kerry led to the creation of their outdoor clothing brand, Outwest Clothing.

Earlier this week, it emerged that The Italian Competition Authority are investigating Sephora and Benefit cosmetics due to their marketing strategies, which may be fuelling unhealthy skincare obsession amongst tweens. Dr. Karen Hand, social psychologist and brand strategist, dissects the implications of this.

Neuroscientist and author Ian Robertson reflects on how to best appeal the alpha male, taking inspiration from gorillas!

Lisa Ryan, Professor of Economics in the UCD School of Economics, offers her insights into how different countries around the world are tackling the energy crisis.

Earlier this week, Marco Rubio warned that disruptions to the Strait of Hormuz could stretch for another month as the Middle East conflict continues to send shock waves through global markets. Dr. Patrick Bury, Senior lecturer on warfare at the University of Bath, joins Richard to discuss the implications of this.

Siofra Mulqueen reports on the importance of taking a moment for reflection during the working day.

Ken O'Sullivan joins Richard to discuss how he developed his love of the ocean into a career by launching a business as an underwater documentary film maker.

A federal jury in California has found that Elon Musk misled Twitter shareholders, driving down the company’s share price as he was poised to buy it in a 44 billion dollar deal. Adrian Weckler, technology editor from the Irish Independent, joins Richard to dissect the implications of this.

Leadership Strategist and Organisational Psychologist, Dr Melrona Kirrane, reflects on how we can finally finish the jobs we started long ago.

Richard Fitzgerald of Lovin Dubai offers his insights into how the war in the Middle East is impacting local businesses, while Dr. Brendan Flynn, Senior Lecturer in the University of Galway, discusses the impact of this conflict on the shipping industry.

Edgar Morganroth, Professor of Economics at DCU, joins Richard to discuss how conflict in the Middle East is disrupting energy markets, with the government set to announce a package of measures to ease higher fuel costs on Tuesday.

Siofra Mulqueen reports on how beyond all the glitz and glamour, the Academy Awards offer a masterclass in the art of speechwriting, providing lessons that businesses can apply to their own presentations, pitches and public speaking moments.

David McWilliams offers his insights into how the Middle East conflict is hitting oil markets and global trade as the US and Israel press on their military campaign against Iran, and violence spreads across the wider region.

With Hamnet in the chance of winning best picture at the Oscars this weekend, historian Nikki Carter considers how Shakespeare mastered the art of turning creativity into commerce.

With St Patrick's Day just around the corner, one person keeping our rich heritage alive is Aindreas de Staic, an award-winning storyteller and musician. Aindreas joins Richard to discuss how he has turned past challenges into a life of creativity and craft.

Phil and Aisling Ryan join Richard to discuss their Tipperary based company Ryans Cleaning Services, which tidies up after festivals, in multinationals and schools across the country.

Dave McArdle reports on the business of Pawn Broking, revealing the tradition of women on both sides of the counter.

Patrick Honohan, economist and former Governor of the Central Bank, joins Richard to discuss the economic implications of the Middle East conflict.