The Business

The restaurant industry is facing tough times, with nearly 600 closures in the last 12 months, including many high-profile ventures. With tight margins and mounting pressures, how are relationships between restaurants and their suppliers holding up? Siofra Mulqueen investigates the current state of affairs.

Tensions rise between Mexico and the U.S. over a longstanding water-sharing agreement. Texan sugar cane growers accuse Mexico of cutting off water, threatening their business. With global water shortages increasing, Ruth Freeman from Research Ireland discusses potential future impacts.

Elon Musk faces backlash for his tweets about Kamala Harris, highlighting growing tensions in Silicon Valley. Noam Cohen discusses whether the tech hub is shifting from disruptor to establishment, noting recent shifts in political alignment.

From extreme remote work locations to the popular trend of remote working, this summer finds many embracing the flexibility of maintaining their jobs while travelling the world. Siofra Mulqueen explores how some people are maximising the benefits of remote work to blend work responsibilities with global adventures.

JD Vance, Donald Trump’s running mate, is stirring the American business scene with significant tech VC backing for the White House race. Supported by Peter Thiel, Elon Musk, and David Sacks, his brief VC career raises questions. Lizette Chapman from Bloomberg News weighs in on his Silicon Valley connections.

Next Friday, the Paris Olympics begin, marking 100 years since the Irish Free State won its first medal there: Jack B Yeats for his painting of the Liffey Swim. His lesser-known sisters financially supported their family through Cuala Industries. Dr. Angela Griffith from Trinity College Dublin shares insights into their contributions.

If you have a desk job, you might envy Mike O’Shea, owner of Work At Height Training. His unique career includes sleeping on Skellig Michael, fending off polar bears, and assisting Tom Cruise with motorbike stunts off cliffs. Is he a safety expert, adventurer, entrepreneur, explorer, logistics specialist, or movie stunt consultant?

Sticking with communication, we're all bombarded with emails daily—from spam to sales alerts. This push for our attention is ever-evolving. Siofra Mulqueen explores the past, present, and future of how companies communicate with customers.

Nick Keegan, founder of Mail Metrics, is on a business winning streak with 150 staff and offices in Poland and the UK, eyeing U.S. expansion. Despite early setbacks, including rejection from the army, Nick's company now boasts $40 million in revenue. Join us as Nick shares how he transformed Green Letter Box into a thriving enterprise.

Gareth Southgate, England's soccer manager, has faced relentless criticism but triumphed with a semi-final win in the Euros. Leadership under pressure is tough—Joe Biden knows it too. What makes a great leader, and when is the best time to quit? Julie O’Neill, chairperson of PTSB, shares her thoughts.