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Taking Stock

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Donald Trump
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United States
Inflation
European Union
Economics
Cryptocurrency
Paramount Pictures
Economic Inequality
Climate Change
Elon Musk
Economy
EU AI Act
Irish Election
Housing Crisis
Business Post
Trump Administration
Quantum Computing

Taking Stock takes a global view of the big business stories and the trends affecting the world economy.

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This week on Taking Stock, Susan speaks to economist Austin Hughes asking are 20-somethings are worse off than their parents.

Shona Murray, Europe Correspondent with Euronews joins Susan to discuss the opportunities and related costs the EU preside... more

This week on Taking Stock, Susan is joined by Jack Power, EU Correspondent for The Irish Times to discuss the potential of Iceland joining the EU. Also joining to examine Ireland’s place in the ‘blue economy’ is Minna Epps, Global Ocean Policy Direct... more

This week on Taking Stock, Susan speaks to Larissa Feeney, CEO Kinore Finance & Business Services, about whether remote working, not AI, is to blame for weak junior hiring.

Three of the most valuable private companies in the world are set to make th... more

This week on Taking Stock, Susan looks at the economics of failure and asks - have we completely misunderstood the importance of not getting it right? Emma Howard, Economics Lecturer at TU Dublin; Bernie Bulkin, author of 'Why Start-ups Fail'; and Ke... more

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Recent Guests

Minna Epps
Global Ocean Policy Director at IUCN Centre for Policy and Law
IUCN
Episode: The Blue Economy & Could Iceland join the EU?
Jess Kelly
Newstalk's technology correspondent
Newstalk
Episode: The Blue Economy & Could Iceland join the EU?
Larissa Feeney
CEO of Kinore Finance & Business Services; Image CEO of the Year
Kinore Finance & Business Services; Image
Episode: Is remote working to blame for weak junior hiring, SpaceX & Anthropic IPOs and Robotaxis
Ronan Reid
Non-executive director of Cantor Fitzgerald Ireland Group
Cantor Fitzgerald Ireland Group
Episode: Is remote working to blame for weak junior hiring, SpaceX & Anthropic IPOs and Robotaxis
Russell Vickers
Co-founder and CEO of Future Mobility Campus Ireland
Future Mobility Campus Ireland
Episode: Is remote working to blame for weak junior hiring, SpaceX & Anthropic IPOs and Robotaxis
Emma Howard
Economics lecturer at TU Dublin
TU Dublin
Episode: The economics of failure & the benefits and pitfalls of wearables
Bernie Bulkin
Author of Why Startups Fail
Author/Investor
Episode: The economics of failure & the benefits and pitfalls of wearables
Kevin O'Loughlin
CEO of Nostra
Nostra
Episode: The economics of failure & the benefits and pitfalls of wearables
Stephen O'Rourke
Clinical specialist musculoskeletal physiotherapist
Mater University Hospital
Episode: The economics of failure & the benefits and pitfalls of wearables

Host

Susan Hayes-Cullerton
Host of Taking Stock with a focus on global business and economics; regular presence across episodes.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 77 ratings
  • Bias

    Not bad on Irish topics. Shows total bias on US issues. Instead of trying to see both sides, is yet another tiresome Trump bashing podcast. Mandy casually calling Trump a racist. MSNBC with a shamrock on it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mcmood
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Excellent

    Great Podcasts. Variety of topics, well executed. Interesting guests. Well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ommaca
    Ireland6 years ago
  • Intelligent well researched interviews

    Vincent Wall is exceptionally well informed and gets the best out of his interviewees without the need for drama or agressive questioning. His style is calm and analytical and very pleasent listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    El Gaffo
    Ireland6 years ago
  • Super show

    Well done Vincent on an excellent show. Like no other, plain intelligent, interesting, engaging. You rock! Keep up the good work, your show was a great find. I highly recommend it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Barrowford1
    Ireland6 years ago
  • Looking forward to more

    Really enjoyed the first few episodes! Looking forward to hearing more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Surfsuprob
    Ireland7 years ago

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Netflix Tourism and the end of Low-Cost Travel
Q: How important is the role of film studios and government funding in shaping tourism destinations?
Government funding and dedicated studios (e.g., Studio Ulster) enable realistic location recreations and attract productions, which in turn boosts visitor numbers, local jobs, and related economic activity.
Netflix Tourism and the end of Low-Cost Travel
Q: What is the Netflix effect on tourism and destinations?
Screen tourism has become a major driver for site selection, with destinations like Northern Ireland and Ireland benefiting from film and series locations, studios, and related crews and services.
Netflix Tourism and the end of Low-Cost Travel
Q: What differentiates low-cost carriers from traditional carriers?
Low-cost carriers strip down services, maximize seating density, and monetize through ancillary fees, enabling rapid aircraft turnover and higher utilization.
Netflix Tourism and the end of Low-Cost Travel
Q: Do you think the era of super low fares is coming to an end?
The guest explains that fuel costs and geopolitical shocks have pushed airlines to reassess pricing, with some hedging good for a while but overall a more uncertain environment that could lead to higher fares or reduced competition.
Flexibility over pay, R&D tax credits, and 'How to Win a Trade War'
Q: What practical steps should SMEs take to explore R&D tax credits right now?
Educate yourself, talk to peers who have leveraged the claim, consult a specialist in R&D tax credits, and notify Revenue 90 days before filing to begin the process.

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Global business and economics stories are unpacked through thoughtful interviews with economists, journalists, and industry insiders. The show blends macro trends in policy, markets, and technology with practical takes on business decisions, workplace dynamics, and consumer behavior. Guests and topics span debt dynamics, trade policy, AI and tech competition, healthcare economics, retail shifts, and energy markets, all tied to real-world implications for executives, investors, and policymakers. A notable strength is the host's calm, analytical interview style and the ability to translate complex global developments into actionable guidance for decision-makers. The format often pairs high-level theory with on-the-ground case studies, making ... more

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1. Minna Epps
2. Jess Kelly
3. Larissa Feeney
4. Ronan Reid
5. Russell Vickers
6. Emma Howard
7. Bernie Bulkin
8. Kevin O'Loughlin

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