Best Bobby Kerr Podcasts (2025)

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Will Homer, COO of Painted Hills Natural Beef - After hours Encore 25:18

2h ago25:18

25:18

This podcast delves into the intricacies of barbecue culture, with a particular emphasis on the significance of quality ingredients, specifically celebrating the merits of Painted Hills Natural Beef. Our conversation revolves around recent culinary endeavors, notably the preparations made for Memorial Day, where we share our personal experiences an…

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Will Homer, COO of Painted Hills Natural Beef - Encore 41:59

3d ago41:59

41:59

This podcast episode delves into the complexities of the current cattle market, featuring insights from Will Homer, the COO of Painted Hills Natural Beef. A salient point of discussion is the mounting pressure on cattle prices and the broader implications for both producers and consumers. Homer articulates the challenges stemming from fluctuating c…

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EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat 2025 Part Two 43:33

3d ago43:33

43:33

This week, Bobby and the team were broadcasting from Japan as part of this year’s EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat. Here, Bobby tries a bit of karaoke, speaks with Mark Matthews, Head of Research Asia for Julius Baer, about how the stock markets in Asia and elsewhere are responding to Trump's Tariffs, takes a bullet train to Kyoto, is joined…

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EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat 2025 Part One 43:24

3d ago43:24

43:24

This week, Bobby and the team were broadcasting from Japan as part of this year’s EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat. Here, Bobby speaks to some of Ireland's most promising entrepreneurs and gets a sense of the business landscape from some of Japan's most distinguished business minds.

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Out & About in Japan 3:50

3d ago3:50

3:50

Bobby and the team were broadcasting from Japan as part of this year’s EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat, where they visited the Ameyoko Market, hopped on a bullet train to Kyoto, and tried their hand at a bit of karaoke.

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"Never a more important time for Irish entrepreneurs to see the opportunity in Japan" 7:55

3d ago7:55

7:55

Joining Bobby, from Kyoto, Japan, as part of this year’s EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat, is Frank O’Keeffe, EY Ireland Managing Partner.

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Executive Chair: Eddie Jones, Head coach of the Japan national rugby team 5:39

3d ago5:39

5:39

Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is Eddie Jones, Head Coach of the Japan national rugby team.

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EY Business Panel: How is business conducted in Asia? 14:11

3d ago14:11

14:11

This week, Bobby and the team were broadcasting from Japan as part of this year’s EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat. Here, Bobby speaks to some of this year's finalists as well as some of the competition's alumni about how doing business in Asia differs from Ireland and elsewhere in the world. Joining Bobby is: James Kelly, Managing Director …

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How are stock markets in Asia responding to Trump's Tariffs? 10:32

3d ago10:32

10:32

This week, Bobby and the team were broadcasting from Japan for this year’s EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat. As part of the trip, Bobby got to speak with Mark Matthews, Head of Research Asia for Julius Baer, about how the stock markets in Asia and elsewhere are responding to Trump's Tariffs.

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Ken Shibusawa, Chief Executive Officer of Shibusawa and Company 8:03

3d ago8:03

8:03

This week, Bobby and the team were broadcasting from Japan as part of this year’s EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat. Here, Bobby speaks to Ken Shibusawa, Chief Executive Officer of Shibusawa and Company, Inc., a strategic advisory firm for alternative investments, ESG/SDGs alignment, and human resource development.…

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Rika Nakazawa on organic intelligence & the future of AI 5:54

3d ago5:54

5:54

This week, Bobby and the team were broadcasting from Japan as part of this year’s EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat. Here, Bobby speaks to Rika Nakazawa, Chief Commercial Innovation Officer at NTT, about organic intelligence, the future of AI, and more.

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Ambassador of Ireland to Japan, Damien Cole 4:03

3d ago4:03

4:03

Bobby is joined by the Ambassador of Ireland to Japan, Damien Cole. Together, they discuss Ireland House, a new centre for Ireland’s presence in Japan, as well as the opportunities for Ireland to develop relationships and partnerships in the region

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EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Beauty & Healthcare Panel 11:49

3d ago11:49

11:49

Joining Bobby from Tokyo, Japan, as part of this year’s EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat is: Aine Kennedy, CEO & Founder of The Smooth Company Caitriona Ryan & Nicola Ralph from The Institute of Dermatologists Laura Dowling, Founder and CEO fabÜ

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Japan's ageing population & the possible implications for its economy 12:00

3d ago12:00

12:00

This week, Bobby and the team were broadcasting from Japan as part of this year’s EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat. Here, Bobby speaks to Professor Hiroshi Fujikawa from Hitotsubashi University Business School about Japan's ageing population and the potential consequences for their economy.

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Stan Hays - Operation BBQ Relief 46:06

10d ago46:06

46:06

The focal point of today's discourse centers upon the endeavors of Operation Barbecue Relief, as we welcome back Stan Hayes, a figure of considerable import within the barbecue community and a stalwart advocate for disaster relief. Throughout our conversation, we delve into the organization's impressive outreach, which has recently culminated in th…

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Industry Review: Kitchens 18:51

10d ago18:51

18:51

Now, home is where the heart is, but at the heart of every home is the kitchen. For this week’s Industry Review, Bobby chatted to three people who make it their business to make your kitchen everything you’ve ever dreamed of… · Pat McGrath, MD at Kube Kitchens & Interiors · Stephen O’Beirne, The Kitchen Doctor · Deirdre Duffy of Dee Design, Kitchen…

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Executive Chair: Ford in Ireland 11:41

10d ago11:41

11:41

Lisa Brankin, Chair and Managing Director of Ford Britain and Ireland, joined Bobby Kerr in this week’s Executive Chair. She told the story of the first foreign Ford factory founded in Cork in 1917 and the automaker's expansion plans here

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Mark Kavanagh, AKA Rasher 12:04

10d ago12:04

12:04

One of Ireland’s most famous artists during the boom years, attracting fans and income from A-listers. Then the boom stopped, and he found himself becoming just another artist trying to get noticed and sell some work. Rasher joined Bobby to discuss his latest exhibition, ‘Don’t Anger the Gods’, which opened last Thursday at the Flux Gallery on Chat…

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EY Entrepreneur Of The Year CEO Retreat bringing Down to Business to Japan 8:14

10d ago8:14

8:14

Next week, Down to Business will be broadcasting from Japan! Yes, that’s right. As you know,w we have a long association with the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award,s and like we’ve done for the last 10 plus years, we’re travelling as part of this year’s CEO Retreat, which will see us join 140 entrepreneurs in the Far East. You’ll be hearing all abo…

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Business Paper Panel 23:41

10d ago23:41

23:41

Sunday Independent Columnist and Leadership expert Gina London and Lorcan Allen of Keating and Associates. Join Bobby Kerr on Down to Business to break down the biggest business stories of the day. Get all the week’s business news here.

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In Memoriam: A Culinary Tribute to Brent Huddleston 42:32

17d ago42:32

42:32

This podcast episode serves as a poignant tribute to the late Brent Huddleston, a cherished friend and esteemed professional in the culinary world. Brent, who passed away recently after a valiant battle with cancer, was not only a skilled meat cutter and food stylist but also the inaugural guest of our program a decade ago. In this episode, we hono…

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Executive Chair: Sandymount Hotel 13:55

17d ago13:55

13:55

Father and son team John and Gerard Loughran join Bobby Kerr in this week’s Executive Chair to tell the story of Dublin’s longest-running family-owned hotel, The Sandymount Hotel. Listen here.

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Industry Review: Festivals 20:50

17d ago20:50

20:50

Bobby looks at the music and arts festival business in this week’s Industry Review. He sits down with Declan Forde from Beyond The Pale Festival; Co-Founder of Night and Day Festival, Brendan Hurley, and John Crumlish, CEO of Galway International Arts Festival. Listen here.

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Mad About Money 10:50

17d ago10:50

10:50

Maddy Alexander-Grout, author of Mad About Money, joins Down to Business to talk about running a business as a neurodiverse entrepreneur, parenting with ADHD, and turning challenges into strengths. Listen here.

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Is Working From Home "Nonsense?" 9:47

17d ago9:47

9:47

Damien McCarthy of HR Buddy and Chris Kane, author of Where’s My Office?, join Down to Business to debate Denis O’Brien’s claim that working from home has hurt Ireland’s work ethic. Listen here.

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Why SMEs Should Embrace Subscription 8:15

17d ago8:15

8:15

Tech commentator Andy O’Donoghue joins Down to Business to explain why subscription-based models aren’t just for streaming — and why small businesses should consider them for sustainable income. Listen here.

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Business Paper Panel 23:10

17d ago23:10

23:10

Louisa Meehan of Woodview HRM and Bob Hoffman of Vista Executive Search join Bobby Kerr to review the biggest business stories making headlines this weekend. Listen here.

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Special Message From JT about Author/Grillmaster - Meadhead 0:55

19d ago0:55

0:55

JT talks about The Meathead Method, the latest book from Meathead at Amazingribs.com Mentioned in this episode: null null This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyBy JT and LeeAnn Whippen

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Meathead - Author - "The Meathead Method" Afterhours 23:55

19d ago23:55

23:55

The central focus of this podcast installment is the introduction of Meathead's newly released publication, "The Meathead Method." This discourse features Meathead from AmazingRibs.com, where we delve into the intricacies of his latest culinary insights and methodologies regarding barbecuing. We explore the evolution of barbecue techniques and the …

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Meathead - Author - "The Meathead Method" 49:17

24d ago49:17

49:17

The primary focus of this podcast episode is the introduction of Meathead Goldwyn's latest culinary work, "The Meathead Method," which explores the intricate science and art of barbecue and grilling. We engage in a detailed discussion with Meathead, who shares insights into the book's innovative approach, which encompasses not only traditional reci…

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Executive Chair: Ryan Lasmaili of Vaultree 10:35

24d ago10:35

10:35

Joining Mandy Johnston to for this week's Executive Chair is Ryan Lasmaili, Chief Strategy Officer & Co-Founder of Vaultree.

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Conscience Incorporated: Pursue Profits While Protecting Human Rights 12:48

24d ago12:48

12:48

While protecting human rights and recognising the importance of marginalised cohorts of societies were features of how society operated in the 2000s, the return of President Trump has ushered in an era where the importance of human rights have taken a back seat. Michael Posner, Lawyer and former United States Assistant Secretary of State for Democr…

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Industry Review: Whiskey Bars 19:34

24d ago19:34

19:34

For this week’s Industry Review, Mandy Johnston wanted to find out about the growth of the “Whiskey Bar”, the idea of a separate bar within a pub tailored to the needs of Irish whiskey fanatics. Joining Mandy to discuss is:     · Micheal Casey Manager of The Habour Bar In downings Co.Donegal · Willie Ahern Owner of the Palace Bar Dublin · Eoin Ó Ca…

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Arnotts' Pitch '24 competition winners, Wink with Mink Lashes 7:27

24d ago7:27

7:27

Wink with Mink Lashes won Arnotts' Pitch '24 competition, securing their brand's place in-store and online at Planet Beauty in Arnotts & Brown Thomas, allowing customers to experience Wink with Mink's innovative lash solutions firsthand. Shona Mahon, the owner of Wink and Mink, joins Mandy Johnston to chat about how things are going so far. Pitch ’…

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Weight Watchers files for bankruptcy 10:48

24d ago10:48

10:48

This week Weight Watchers filed for bankruptcy. At one point Weight Watchers was the go-to place for those looking to shed the pounds but that was before the advent of Ozempic. Writer with the Guardian Doona Ferguson has been looking at this and joins Mandy Johnston to discuss.

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Down to Business Paper Roundup 22:41

24d ago22:41

22:41

Joining Mandy Johnston to run through the main stories in the Saturday papers is Linda Daly, Business Reporter with the Sunday Times & Robert Whelan of Rockwell Finance.

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Aly Romero - Private Chef & Author Afterhours Encore 20:57

26d ago20:57

20:57

This podcast episode features a compelling conversation with Aly Romero, who shares insights regarding her newly released book, "Gas, Fire, Heat." We delve into the intricacies of her culinary journey, highlighting her experiences and inspirations that have shaped her approach to cooking. Aly reflects on her cherished memories of dining with her la…

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Aly Romero - Private Chef & Author Encore 46:47

1M ago46:47

46:47

We are delighted to present an enlightening discussion centered around Aly Romero's recently published cookbook, "Gas Fire Heat." This episode emphasizes the intricate journey of crafting this culinary work, which encapsulates a diverse array of recipes reflecting Aly's rich experiences and influences from various regions. Notably, we delve into th…

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Executive Chair: Ashley McDonnell, founder of Ireland Fashion Week 11:43

1M ago11:43

11:43

Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is Ashley McDonnell, Founder of Tech Powered Luxury & Ireland Fashion Week.

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NASA’s first chief economist, Alex MacDonald 12:53

1M ago12:53

12:53

The Global Economic Summit 2025 is taking place at The Europe Hotel in Kerry on 26-28 May. The weekend retreat will host a number of economic heavy hitters from around the globe, including NASA’s first chief economist, Alex MacDonald, who joins Bobby to chat about the economics of space flight.

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Industry Review: Garden Design 20:00

1M ago20:00

20:00

When it comes to our green spaces, the more attention we give them, the more we get out of them. And what with the nice weather we’ve been having this week, Bobby thought it would be timely to explore the realities of working in garden design with three of Ireland’s leading lights in this space. Joining Bobby is: Renowned garden designer, Diarmuid …