
Episode 130
Could a new walking route create a wave of tourism opportunities across Offaly? Tony McCormack TD makes the business case for Camino De Uíbh Fháílí and the potential for B&Bs, cafés, bike hire and other local enterprises

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Could a new walking route create a wave of tourism opportunities across Offaly? Tony McCormack TD makes the business case for Camino De Uíbh Fháílí and the potential for B&Bs, cafés, bike hire and other local enterprises

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AI is transforming one of Ireland’s biggest industries. Aidan Flynn of Insurance Skillnet explains how digital innovation is changing the insurance sector—and the new skills employers are looking for. Simon Walton of Lao

What if your next tourism experience involved a hot tub on the River Shannon? Shane McCormack shares the story behind one of Athlone’s most talked-about attractions and how it’s helping draw more visitors to the Midlands

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Will lower VAT really mean cheaper coffees? Nicky O'Callaghan of SiP Coffee Garden explains why the answer isn't as straightforward as it seems, and what the latest VAT changes mean for cafés and hospitality businesses.

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From hobbit villages to luxury treehouses, Kyra Fingleton of Glamping Under The Stars reflects on a decade of building unforgettable tourism experiences in the Midlands—and why regenerative, nature-based escapes are more

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The next major threat to manufacturing may not be labour shortages or supply chains—but cyberattacks. Caitríona Mordan of the ATIM Cluster and Simon Walsh of Trend AI explain how ransomware, AI-driven attacks and connect

From investment to international exit, Laura Dillon joins Ronan to discuss Waterland’s journey with Mullingar-based Wtech Fire Group — from the original Writech deal to European expansion, a major new HQ, and its eventua

Tom Parlon reflects on the life and legacy of Kieran Keenaghan, whose impact on business, GAA and community life in Banagher continues to be felt across Offaly. Conor Temple explains how Rheba.ai is transforming engineer

We are not just watching a conflict — we are feeling the knock-on effects in costs, logistics and business uncertainty. Leo Harris joins me to unpack the new reality of permacrisis and why resilience now matters more tha

With geopolitical tensions rising, aviation expert Fahad Ibne Masood explains how drone warfare, contested airspace and instability in the Middle East are influencing global trade, risk, and business confidence. Mike Bar

Stephen Whyte of Irish Wine Estates reveals plans for a new vineyard and visitor centre near Dunkerrin and Shinrone in Offaly—an ambitious project aiming to produce Irish-grown wine while boosting regional tourism. Mulli

From a two-man partnership in Clonaslee to a respected Midlands construction firm, John and Diarmaid Carroll of Carroll O’Keeffe reflect on steady growth, navigating economic cycles, and successfully transitioning leader
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