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Business Post: Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael begin the uneasy waltz to another coalition

Nov 14, 2024 | blueyard.ie | Mandy Johnston

Morning Ireland Thursday 7 November 2024 What can we expect from the upcoming General Election?
Does a good economy mean a good election for government?

Oct 31, 2024 | blueyard.ie | Mandy Johnston

This week on Taking Stock Mandy Johnston looks at how much the economy really matters when it comes to an election and if people vote based on their pay packets and tax breaks. Mandy is joined by Linda Daly of the Sunday Times and economist Dan O’Brien. The Washington Post is dealing with a fallout from owner Jeff Bezos’s decision to block an endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris for president. Mandy hears all from David Folkenflik of NPR.
Commotion on the trial to the White House

Oct 3, 2024 | blueyard.ie | Mandy Johnston

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Mass protests, Tories on the slide, and Ireland gets a new bank

May 9, 2024 | blueyard.ie | Mandy Johnston

Local elections over in the UK have led to a surprising conservative loss, with the Labour Party picking up the most council seats. With Tory plans to replace Prime Minister Rishi Sunak all but finished for the moment, what does this mean for the overall political landscape in the UK?
AI & Geopolitics, Trump in the dock, and new UK Brexit checks

May 2, 2024 | blueyard.ie | Mandy Johnston

In the US there’s a split-screen election underway with Donald Trump in the dock and President Biden doing his best to tell everyone about it. Lauren Fedor of the Financial Times brings us the latest from the US election campaign. New checks on imports into the UK on Agri and food products were introduced this week. Mandy finds out how they went down with businesses and what it might mean for the consumer.
Is Customer Service Dead in the Age of AI?

Apr 25, 2024 | blueyard.ie | Mandy Johnston

This week on Taking Stock Mandy Johnston delves into the world of Customer Service when she talks to the Consumer Editor with the FT Claer Barrett about the role of ‘Bots’ and AI when trying to contact companies. As Liz Truss’s new book sparks controversy Mandy talk to Ian Dale of LBC Radio about her tenure and memoir. And, as the Government unveils its economic projections, Economist Dan O’Brien offers his insights on their fiscal strategy.
The Magnificent 7 and AI.

Apr 18, 2024 | blueyard.ie | Mandy Johnston

The seven most valuable companies are not only linked by their financial success they are linked by Artificial Intelligence and this week on Taking Stock Mandy Johnston looks at the “magnificent seven”; who they are, how much are they valued at, and are they unstoppable in terms of their economic success? Mandy is joined by Karl Schmedders, Professor of Finance at IMD Business School in Zurich. It’s part of our new slot called ‘Tech Scape’ with thanks to PWC.
Most memorable cabinet reshuffle missteps

Apr 4, 2024 | blueyard.ie | Mandy Johnston

This week on Taking Stock: As Simon Harris prepares to take over at the helm of Government, he’s faced with the tricky task of rearranging his Cabinet – Mandy is joined by John Downing, Political Columnist with the Irish Independent & former government press officer with the Green Party as well as Gerard Howlin, Public affairs consultant, political commentator and former senior government adviser to look back at some of the leaders who have got it wrong in the past.
The Eyes of the World Turn Towards Taiwan.

Mar 28, 2024 | blueyard.ie | Mandy Johnston

This week on Taking Stock Mandy Johnston talk to Josh Glancy of the Sunday Times about a recent trip to Taiwan and why it may be the place that reshapes the modern world. What Government needs to do for Tourism; Mandy talks to Eoghan O’Mara Walsh of the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation and Economist Jim Power about the state of the Hospitality Sector.
Who Is Ursula von der Leyen?

Mar 21, 2024 | blueyard.ie | Mandy Johnston

She’s arguably one of the most powerful women on the planet and this week on Taking Stock Mandy Johnston looks at Ursula von der Leyen and her life, her leadership, and her bid for another term as President of the EU Commission. Suzanne Lynch of Politico joins Mandy to give us a profile. Across the water Rishi Sunak started the week with a warning shot across the bows of his party. But will he last long enough to pull the plug himself?