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Jun 21, 2025 • 19min
Industry Review: Agricultural Shows
Agricultural shows are a vital part of the rural economy, contributing to community engagement and acting as a platform for showcasing local products and celebrating rural culture.For this week’s Industry Review, Bobby wanted to look under the bonnet of three of the biggest Agricultural Shows we have to offer.Joining Bobby is John Flynn Chairperson of the Iverk Show Willie Cecil, Chairperson of the Gorey Agricultural Show John Keena, Chairperson Tullamore Agricultural Show Rebecca Dromey, co-chair of Clonmel Show

Jun 21, 2025 • 12min
Hugh Wallace on his early years, battling through the recession & more
Bobby is joined in studio by Architect and presenter Hugh Wallace to chat about his early life, the tough years following the recession, the issue of building vacancy and dereliction, and more.

Jun 21, 2025 • 23min
Bobby's Business Roundup with Norah Casey & Jon Ihle
Joining Bobby to go through the main stories from the business papers is broadcaster and businesswoman, Norah Casey & Jon Ihle, Deputy Business Editor with the Sunday Times.

Jun 21, 2025 • 8min
Out & About: Volvo Dún Laoghaire Regatta
Held between July 10th & 13th, the Volvo Dún Laoghaire Regatta is Ireland's biggest sailing event. Bobby was out in about in Dun Laoghaire this week where he met up with Paddy Boyd, the Event Director, to chat about his year's regatta.

Jun 14, 2025 • 22min
Industry Review: Cosmetic Procedures
Once the purview of the rich and famous, the likes of botox, facelifts, and hair transplants are now a part of the daily lives of Irish people. So, today we're exploring the fast-growing cosmetic procedure sector in Ireland, examining the challenges, and the impact it's having on individuals and the wider healthcare landscape.Joining Bobby ot discuss is:Dr. Emma Cunningham, Aesthetic Doctor and Founder of Dr Emma Clinics in Newry & Slieve DonardIoan Mares,Trichologist from Premier Hair Restoration Clinic in RathminesLiz Dwyer, Co-founder of the Future Beauty and Health Show

Jun 14, 2025 • 12min
Executive Chair: David Varian of the Guinness Enterprise Centre
Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is David Varian of the Guinness Enterprise Centre.

Jun 14, 2025 • 10min
Flow Leadership: Unleash the Power of People, Purpose, and Performance
Any manager knows the best work happens when a team is all pulling in the same direction. Gaëlle Devins' new book 'Flow Leadership: Unleash the Power of People, Purpose, and Performance' offers an easy way to ensure this happens. She joins Bobby to tell him more about it.

Jun 14, 2025 • 9min
The rise of 'Phubbing' and how to deal with it
It can be one of the most annoying things a person can do to you. You’re chatting away, and they nonchalantly pick up their phone and look at it. 'Phubbing' is the act of ignoring someone physically present in favor of using a smartphone or other digital device. Gina London, joins Bobby to chat about it.

Jun 14, 2025 • 11min
Out & About: Barry’s Bootcamp
Barry’s is a high-end gym chain with locations across London and San Francisco. Dublin's first outlet has recently opened on Dawson Street, and so Bobby stopped by to work up a sweat and to find out what sets this gym apart from the rest.

Jun 14, 2025 • 9min
Platfrom 55: Helping women return to the workplace
Platform55 helps organisations build fair, high-performing workplaces by supporting people through life's defining moments. Founders, Tracy Gunn and Michelle O'Keefe, join Bobby to tell him all about the company and what itt is they do.


