The Business Post Podcast
Landing every Thursday morning, The Business Post podcast, hosted by Daniel McConnell and Peter O'Dwyer, brings you the best interviews from leading business, political and entertainment figures from Ireland and across the world.
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Alan Joyce on Qantas controversies, Michael O'Leary and learning from failure
Alan Joyce is the first to acknowledge his polarising reputation. During his time at the head of Qantas, his public profile oscillated between a cut-throat union buster to one of the best-regarded executives in Australia. Ahead of the release of Joyce's new book, Peter O'Dwyer sat down with the Irish aviation chief to discuss his turbulent career at the top of one of the world's biggest airlines. The pair delve into some of the biggest controversies of Joyce's career, such as the decision to ground Qantas flights in an industrial dispute with airline staff and the QF32 explosion, the state...
Kilkenny Design chief on the retreat of Irish retail and the hunt for new talent
Originally founded as state-run initiative, Kilkenny Design has grown into one of the biggest names in Irish retail. Amid such a challenging period for bricks and mortar stores, how is the business not only surviving, but posting annual revenues in excess of €30million? Kilkenny Design chief executive Evelyn Moynihan joins Peter O'Dwyer this week to discuss the company's legacy, how increased crime rates have changed the retail game and discovering the next crop of Irish designers. Landing every Thursday morning, The Business Post podcast, hosted by Daniel McConnell and Peter O'Dwyer, brings you the best interviews from leading business, political and en...
Ep 26: James Browne on housing targets, 'risk averse' banks and putting manners on local authorities
As Ireland's accommodation crisis deepens, the position of Housing Minister has become increasingly important to the welfare of the country and increasingly dreaded in political circles. Now 19 months into his tenure, James Browne sat down with our Policy Editor Daniel Murray for a frank discussion on the state of play in Ireland's housing market. The Housing Minister spoke on the market's addiction to state funding, why banks need to buck up and support builders and how "failing" local government is holding back delivery. Landing every Thursday morning, The Business Post podcast, hosted by Daniel McConnell and Peter O'Dwyer, brings you the...
Ep 25: Emily O'Reilly, former European Ombudsman
In her eyes, Emily O'Reilly's career has been centred around one thing: the search of truth and transparency. She began this search during her time as a journalist, writing in national titles including the Business Post and the Sunday Tribune, and continued during her tenure as the European Ombudsman. This week, O'Reilly sat down with Peter O'Dwyer to discuss her varied career, how Europe's handling of the migration crisis has shifted in recent times and her contentious book on the death of Irish journalist Veronica Guerin. Landing every Thursday morning, The Business Post podcast, hosted by Daniel McConnell and Peter O...
Ep 24: Caroline Bocquel, Fáilte Ireland chief executive officer
With one in ten people in Ireland directly employed in tourism, ensuring the prosperity of the industry is a tall order. No one knows this better than Caroline Bocquel, who took the helm of Fáilte Ireland last year. She joins Peter O'Dwyer to discuss her first nine months in the role, how Ireland can compete with cheaper destinations and plans to put the country on the map for its culinary offering. Landing every Thursday morning, The Business Post podcast, hosted by Daniel McConnell and Peter O'Dwyer, brings you the best interviews from leading business, political and entertainment figures from Ire...
Ep 23: David McRedmond, outgoing chief executive of An Post
David McRedmond is no stranger to leadership. His CV boasts experience at the top of TV3, An Post, Eir and a slew of senior board memberships in some of Ireland's most recognised bodies. But as he leaves his position as chief of the postal service, he also prepares to take a step back from executive leadership more broadly. This week McRedmond joins Peter O'Dwyer to discuss what his future holds, what should happen to the GPO and how Ireland's infrastructure paralysis flies in the face of republicanism. Landing every Thursday morning, The Business Post podcast, hosted by Daniel McConnell and Pet...
Ep 22: Jim O'Leary, Penta Group chief executive
Since its establishment in 2022, the Penta Group has become a heavy-hitter in the realm of PR and brand reputation. The firm works with the majority of Fortune 50 companies - and under the stewardship of its new chief executive Jim O'Leary is eyeing ambitious expansion. This week O'Leary joins our Business Correspondent Ellie Donnelly to discuss how AI is set to change the game of public relations in the next five years, why more CEOs are walking away from top jobs and working with former taoiseach Leo Varadkar, who sits on the board of the Washington-based firm. Landing every Thursday morning, The ...
Ep 21: Padraic O'Kane, chief executive of EHL experiences and Aer Lingus College Football Classic co-founder - The Business Post Podcast with Daniel McConnell and Peter O'Dwyer
Padraic O'Kane has left his mark on Dublin city on numerous fronts - from his thriving restaurants Fire Steakhouse & Bar and Sole, to his success in bringing US collegiate football to the capital each year. Now the Longford-man is hoping to extend his reach with his latest acquisition: the premises of The Star Bar on Baggot Street. O'Kane spoke to our Head of News Peter O'Dwyer about how the hospitality industry has changed in the 20 years since Fire opened its doors, how the Aer Lingus College Football Classic came to be and his grand plans for his latest venture, Sally...
Ep 20: Kevin Callinan, Fórsa general secretary - The Business Post Podcast with Daniel McConnell and Peter O'Dwyer
The ending of a public sector pay deal is a significant milestone in the diary of Kevin Callinan, the general secretary of the Fórsa trade union. As the chief negotiator on behalf of public sector trade unions, he faces the small task of securing a framework to satisfy 417,000 civil servants. The most recent public sector pay deal expired last week, with negotiations for a new agreement failing to launch. Callinan joined our head of news Peter O'Dwyer to discuss the current stalemate between unions and government, his career as a trade unionist, how the fuel protests have changed the n...
Ep 19: Billy Hann, Dublin Bus chief executive - The Business Post Podcast with Daniel McConnell and Peter O'Dwyer
After almost 30 years at the Irish Aviation Authority, Billy Hann was surprised when the opportunity to take the helm of Dublin Bus came knocking. Now three years into the job, he spoke to Business Post editor Daniel McConnell about servicing half a million customers daily, balancing the books and union relations, and managing crises such as the Dublin riots. Make sure to nominate your choice for Business Leader of the Year at the Business Post Leadership Awards to take place in November. Click here for details. Landing every Thursday morning, The Business Post podcast, hosted by Daniel McConnell and Peter O'Dw...
