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Taking Stock

Newstalk
Artificial Intelligence
Paramount Pictures
Business Post
Ireland
News Talk
Hollywood
Viacom
Nell Watson
Eamon Ryan
Skydance Media
Streaming Services
Gender Pay Gap
Quiet Quitting
UK Elections
Digital Markets Act
Netflix
Cloud Seeding
Local Elections
AI Governance
Just War Theory

Taking Stock takes a global view of the big business stories and the trends affecting the world economy. Listen and subscribe to Taking Stock on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App. You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'

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This week on Taking Stock, Mandy Jonston sits in for Susan and is joined by Russ Mould of AJ Bell to look at just how troublesome or not President Trump’s tariffs have been to global markets.

Mandy talks to tech journalist Chris Stokel-Walker about ... more

This week on Taking Stock Susan Hayes Culleton talks to Arthur Kay, co-author of ‘Roadkill: Unveiling the True Cost of Our Toxic Relationship with Cars.’   

Susan is also joined by Mairéad O'Driscoll, professional tax advisor AKA The Tax Nerd, to lo... more

This week on Taking Stock  Susan Hayes Culleton talks to Ken Hughes the author of ‘Taylormaking: A New Era of Modern Branding and Customer Connection’ which explores what we can learn from Taylor Swift’s unique ability to build loyalty, intimacy, and... more

This week on Taking Stock Susan Hayes Culleton looks at the growing trend of people tuning away from social media when she talks to regular tech contributors Chris Stokel-Walker and Elaine Burke.  

With France going through more political and econom... more

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Recent Guests

Mairéad O'Driscoll
Better known as the Tax Nerd, discusses capital gains tax.
Episode: Time to kill the car?
Arthur Kay
Co-author of Unveiling the True Cost of Our Toxic Relationship with Cars.
Episode: Time to kill the car?
Ken Hughes
Author of Taylor Making, a customer experience book through the lens of a Swifty
Episode: Taylormaking: What Brands Can Learn from Taylor Swift.
Michael Dowling
Chair of Malahide Credit Union and expert on the mortgage market
Irish Mortgage Brokers
Episode: Peak Social Media, Firey French Economics and a Changing Mortgage Landscape
Michael Sullivan
Author of The Levelling and a political economist
Episode: Peak Social Media, Firey French Economics and a Changing Mortgage Landscape
Liz Carolan
Tech and democracy strategist
Episode: The Economics of the Presidency
Allister Doyle
Former Reuters Bureau Chief in Oslo
Formerly with Reuters
Episode: The Economics of the Presidency
Michelle Murphy
Research and Policy Analyst at Social Justice Ireland
Social Justice Ireland
Episode: The Economics of the Presidency
Dr. Paul Deane
Senior Lecturer in Clean Energy Futures at University College Cork
University College Cork
Episode: The Commercial success of 'The Traitors Ireland'

Host

Susan Hayes Culleton
Host with extensive experience in business analysis and economic commentary.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 72 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
    Irelanda year ago
  • Excellent

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ommaca
    Ireland5 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
    Ireland5 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
    Ireland5 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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Overall, the quality of guests and the range of subjects covered are frequently praised, contributing to a solid reputation among its audience.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and intelligent dialogue, often highlighting the depth of the insights shared.
There are some criticisms regarding perceived biases in the discussion of certain international topics, although many express satisfaction with the local economic analysis.

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Talking Points

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Time to kill the car?
Q: How did you connect philosophy and car ownership?
Arthur explains that philosophically, they address freedom, not just from a convenience standpoint but from a broader perspective of safety and personal finance.
Time to kill the car?
Q: Can you tell us about that?
Arthur Kay elaborates on how society has become dependent on cars and how it's critical to rethink our relationship with them.
The Economics of the Presidency
Q: What do you feel the job description is for the role of president?
It is more about moral leadership and being a figurehead for the government and citizens rather than just ceremonial roles.
The Economics of the Presidency
Q: What will probably be different this time around is the digital campaign?
There are many less opportunities to buy digital ads, leading to an expected increase in traditional campaigning.
Peak Social Media, Firey French Economics and a Changing Mortgage Landscape
Q: Why is there a decline in social media usage?
Boredom and dissatisfaction with the quality of content on public feeds are major driving factors.

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This podcast offers in-depth analysis of significant business stories and trends shaping the global economy. With a variety of topics that range from local economic challenges in Ireland to international financial implications, the content appeals to listeners interested in understanding complex economic concepts and their relevance to everyday life. By featuring industry experts and entrepreneurs, the episodes provide valuable insights into the intersections of economics, policy, and market strategies. Listeners can expect informative discussions that highlight both the challenges and opportunities present in diverse sectors, making it an engaging choice for anyone keen on navigating the modern financial landscape.

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1. Mairéad O'Driscoll
2. Arthur Kay
3. Ken Hughes
4. Michael Dowling
5. Michael Sullivan
6. Liz Carolan
7. Allister Doyle
8. Michelle Murphy

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