While it's only the beginning of January, it looks like geopolitical violence is likely to persist this year. Simon McAllister, co-head of EY Ireland's Geopolitical Strategy Unit, and Dan Mulhall, former Ambassador to the USA, UK, and Germany, offer their insights into how recent events will continue to impact this year.

The State of the World

Jenny Melia, CEO of Enterprise Ireland, joins Richard to discuss how the global political situation will impact businesses at home.

Is Irish Business Ready For 2026?

With 2026 already looking like a testing year, you might want to add some mindful moments to your to-do list! Our reporter Síofra Mulqueen has been getting the low down on how traditional diary logging can help you stay organised this year.

Why We Write it Down: How to Sort Out Your Life!

Richard is joined by Neil McMahon, a Limerick man who has spent the past fifteen years bringing guests on tours of Greenland, following Trump's doubling down on his intentions to 'do something to Greenland, whether they like it or not.'

A Limerick Man Who Loves Greenland

Following Donald Trump's meeting with oil executives at the White House, Jamie Smyth, US Energy Editor of the Financial Times, joins Richard to discuss whether oil executives are prepared to commit to Trump's proposed investment of at least $100 billion in Venezuela.

Thick Oil and Testy Relations

Ruairí and Marie-Thérèse de Blacam travelled by both boat and land today to discuss the story behind Inis Meáin Knitwear and the realities of island living.

The Magic of Inis Meáin with Ruairí and Marie-Thérèse de Blacam

Earlier this morning, Donald Trump announced that the President of Venezuela, Nicolas Maduro, and his wife had been captured. Dan O'Brien, chief economist of the Institute of International and European Affairs, joins Richard to discuss the political consequences of the Venezuelan developments, as well as Ireland's international reputation.

Venezuela Developments and How Ireland's Reputation Stacks Up with Dan O'Brien

We’ve been hearing a lot about the Australian ban on social media for younger people, but are adults as addicted to screens?  Elaine Burke from The For Tech Sake podcast and neuroscientist Ian Robertson, author of How Confidence Works, offer their take on whether we are living too much of our lives online.

Alleviating Phone Addiction

Sticking with knitwear and all things cosy, Dave McCardle has been catching up with others who are involved in Ireland's large craft tradition.

When Cosy and Cash Sync

With Christmas over and the new year beginning, it’s always a time to embrace change.  Consultant Psychiatrist Brendan Kelly offers his advice on how to best introduce new habits.

A Psychiatrist Psychs Us Up On How to Make New Habits

A weekly look at the world of business and personal finance with Richard Curran. Listen live Saturday at 10am on RTÉ Radio 1.

The Business

A weekly look at the world of business and personal finance with Richard Curran. Listen live Saturday at 10am on RTÉ Radio 1. 

A weekly look at the world of business and personal finance with Richard Curran. Listen live Saturday at 10am on RTÉ Radio 1.&nbsp;

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