The Business

As pandemic-induced supports wind down and a European war causes inflation to rise further, will we see businesses facing closures? We are joined by Neil McDonnell, Chief Executive of ISME.

As we approach the end of Seachtain na Gaeilge we learn how to incorporate a cúpla focail into life at the office. Alswyn Ní Aonghusa Ní Dhúill from the 'Gael Gals' podcast and Digital co-ordinator for Irish language content at RTÉ, Siún Ní Dhuinn, join us to tell us how we can do just that.

The wreck of Ernest Shackleton’s ship, Endurance, was discovered this week, 107 years after it sank. Aileen Crean O'Brien's grandfather, Kerry explorer, Tom Crean, was aboard the ship. Today Aileen tells us about her new venture, Tom Crean Brewery.

With Spring officially upon us, Siofra Mulqueen chats to those that love working outdoors. Our outdoor workers tell Siofra how they are adapting to the change of seasons. They tell us how they take a breather now that winter is over and how they make the most of the nicer days that come with it.

We are joined by Economist Timothy Ash and Director of SEE Change Net, Garret Patrick Kelly to discuss the current fuel crisis and whether we should expect changes in international trade relations.

Simon Kuper, columnist for the Financial Times, joins us to discuss London's history of being a hub for Russian money since the fall of the Soviet Union. But from lawyers to dog walkers. Who are the enablers who are facilitating the Russian elite? And is their relationship likely to change?

Up next, a man who is crushing it in the waste business. Tommy Griffith is the founder and CEO of PEL Waste Reduction Equipment, a Mayo-based enterprise that produces and distributes smart bins and glass crushers around the world. He joins us now.

With International Women's Day taking place next week, we are reminded of the status of women in society, and indeed the workplace. What steps are needed for more women to rise through the ranks of organisations? We’re joined by Aileen O’Toole, Co-Founder of WomanUp and leadership consultant Margaret E Ward.

This week saw Russia warn its neighbours not to impose further sanctions in light of the recent invasion of Ukraine. But can we expect to see a ramp up in sanctions, particularly around oil and gas? We’re joined by Chris Weafer, Chief Executive of Macro-Advisory, a Moscow based strategic consultancy, and David Horgan, MD at Petrel Resources.

We’re seeing growing pressure on companies to cut ties with Russia, with some of Ireland’s biggest businesses holding huge investments in the country. Will these companies continue to operate under Putin’s Iron Curtain? Mark Paul, Business Affairs Correspondent with The Irish Times, joins us now.