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Yesterday · 46 min
Canada at a crossroads, Shein slowing and the next era of the streaming wars
This week, we ask whether the shine has finally come off fast-fashion giant Shein amid its IPO struggles with Arjun Alim of the Financial Times. We explore the growing battle for your TV subscriptions in the new "bundle wars" with Olivia Fahy of Press Play. Plus. the changing face of Canada as tensions over tariffs and calls for Alberta independence gather momentum when Susan is joined by Maria Cheng of Reuters.
August 21 · 44 min
The economics of droughts, football and Iceland
This week on Taking Stock Emmet Oliver is in for Susan, and he talks to Susannah Savage of the Financial Times about how climate change is changing so many of Europe's economic models. With the return of the Premier League this weekend Emmet chats with Kieran Magurie, who is Professor of Football Finance at the University of Liverpool, about how much money is involved in the beautiful game. Plus, Katie Gatens of the Times tells us about Iceland's possible entry into the EU.
August 14 · 47 min
Circular economy, 'dead internet' theory & blockchain revolution
This week on Taking Stock, Susan explores the growing narrative around the 'dead internet' theory with Professor Barry O'Sullivan from the School of Computer Science and IT and University College Cork. Co-Founder, Chief partnerships and Policy Office at Circular Intelligence Mary Teehan joined Susan to discuss if the circular economy is more than just an environmental idea. Plus, what happened to the promise of blockchain? Paul Hearns, Executive Director of Blockchain Ireland joined the show to discuss what blockchain really achieved.
August 7 · 42 min
Migration economics, US Yen intervention & Living the 100-Year-Life
This week on Taking Stock, Susan looks at the economics of migration and the forces that drive people to move with Jonathan Portes, Professor of Economics and Public Policy at King’s College London. The yen is back in focus after a rare US intervention in currency markets. Alan Dunn, founder and CEO of Archive Capital, explains the carry trade, what’s really at stake for Japan and the US, and why treasuries matter. Plus, Lynda Gratton, Professor of Management Practice in Organisational Behaviour at London Business School & author of 'Living the 100-Year Life: How to build a career that lasts and a life you love' argues the traditional three-stage life is breaking down, and how to plan for a 100-year life.
July 31 · 46 min
The Digital Euro explained, business exit plans & the shortcomings of our climate risk models
This week on Taking Stock, Susan asks what a Digital Euro actually is and how it differs from the “digital” money already sitting in our bank accounts. Deloitte Ireland chief economist Kate English explains. Susan speaks to Michael Bambrick, corporate lawyer and partner at ⁠Wallace Corporate Counsel, who argues founders should plan their exit from day one, from share splits and vesting to shareholder agreements, due diligence and the reality of raising funds in today’s market. Plus, Laurie Laybourn, Executive Director of the Strategic Climate Risks Initiative and Board Member of the Carbon Tracker Initiative, joins Susan to discuss the findings of the Recalibrating Climate Risk report - a joint effort by the Carbon Tracker Initiative and the University of Exeter - which warns that current climate risk models may be giving investors “faulty radar” by focusing on averages rather than extreme events.
July 24 · 47 min
Gen X working blues, Prediction Markets and Burnham's economic headaches
This week on Taking Stock Susan Hayes Culleton talks to Claer Barrett of the Financial Times about the seemingly decreasing employment options in 'mid-life'. Renowned Business Journalist Chris Blackhurst tells us what economic woes Andy Burnham is inheriting. Plus, Professor Colin O'Gara of St John of God's University Hospital looks at the possible problems when it comes to Prediction Markets.
July 17 · 45 min
How Christopher Nolan is changing the economics of Hollywood
This week on Taking Stock Susan Hayes Culleton talks to Film Critic Darren Mooney about the money and faith Hollywood have put into Christopher Nolan. Flavia Krause-Jackson of Bloomberg reflects on 1000 days of conflict since the October 7th Attacks. Plus Seamus Coffey, chair of the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council, on the Central Bank’s warning to government.
July 10 · 50 min
Are weight loss drugs starting to have an economic impact on society?
This week on Taking Stock Susan Hayes Culleton talks to retail and fashion consultant Eddie Shanahan and Food and Wine Writer Tom Doorley about how weight loss drugs are starting to impact fashion and hospitality. Susan also talks to Ben Hall of the Financial Times about how Europe might fare militarily without the help of the USA and asks could it defend itself? Plus, Susan chats to author Andrew McNally about his fascinating book 'Debtonator; How Debt Favours the Few and Equity Can Work for All of Us'
July 3 · 45 min
Inflation and its many uses
This week on Taking Stock, Susan speaks to straight-talking economist Mark Blyth about the book he co-authored ‘Inflation: A Guide for User and Losers. In a week where it was reported that Ford have replaced AI systems with humans, Susan talks to Tech Journalist Chris Stokel-Walker about where AI is and isn’t working Plus, the town that Musk built; Susan hears from Stephaine Findlay of the Financial Times about the town in Texas that is forming around Space X.
June 26 · 44 min
Is the UK ungovernable & Vegas’ K-shaped economy
This week on Taking Stock, Susan is joined by Cliff Taylor, Columnist with The Irish Times to discuss Alan Greenspan, who served 19 years as Fed Chair, under four Presidents in the US, and his ’100 year’ legacy. Also joining to discuss signs that Vegas has a K-shaped economy is Rachel Louise Ensign, Reporter with the Wall Street Journal, and Mark Hennessy, Ireland and Britain Editor of the Irish Times, joins to discuss the game of musical chairs being played in 10 Downing Street.
June 19 · 44 min
Are 20-somethings worse off? Cost of the EU presidency & Diversification in passive income
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 presidency could bring to Ireland. Plus, with the rise and rise of the tech sector in the stock market and particularly with SpaceX’s meteoric rise, is diversification dead in passive investing? Jack Delany, Senior Multi-Asset Portfolio Manager from Irish Life Investment Managers comments.
June 12 · 43 min
The Blue Economy & Could Iceland join the EU?
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 Director at IUCN Centre for Policy and Law. Plus, Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly joins to discuss everything announced at Apple’s latest WWDC event - and why we won’t be seeing some things just yet in Europe.
June 5 · 50 min
Is remote working to blame for weak junior hiring, SpaceX & Anthropic IPOs and Robotaxis
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 their stock market debuts. Ronan Reid, Non-Executive Director of the Cantor Fitzgerald Ireland Group joins Susan to discuss. Plus, Russell Vickers, Co-founder and CEO of Future Mobility Campus Ireland joins Susan to discuss how close we really are to a future where cars drive themselves.
May 29 · 44 min
The economics of failure & the benefits and pitfalls of wearables
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 Kevin O’Loughlin, CEO Of Nostra, join Susan to discuss. Plus, the science, economics, and pitfalls of using wearable technologies with Stephen O Rourke, Clinical Specialist & Musculoskeletal Chartered Physiotherapist at the Mater University Hospital.
May 22 · 47 min
Netflix Tourism and the end of Low-Cost Travel
This week on Taking Stock Susan looks at the effect that hit tv shows are having on tourist destinations like Paris and Belfast, when she talks to Travel Writer Joan Scales. Susan also talks to Peter Campbell of the Financial Times about how Low-Cost airfares might be under threat given all that's going on in the world. Plus, China Expert Leo Austin talks to Susan about the strange status of Taiwan and why the country is so important for the security of the globe.
May 15 · 48 min
Flexibility over pay, R&D tax credits, and 'How to Win a Trade War'
This week on Taking Stock, Susan is joined by Gillian Knight to talk about how recruitment is changing and how people want non-monetary benefits these days. Darragh Gaffney, Head of R&D Incentives at Leyton Ireland, explains the R&D tax credit, and how it is being used as a tool to encourage and incentivise R&D in Ireland. Plus, Soumaya Keynes, economics columnist for the Financial Times, on her new book ‘’How to Win a Trade War’.
May 8 · 49 min
The war on markets, Europe’s new quartet and Musk Vs Altman
This week on Taking Stock, Susan is joined in studio by author, columnist and OBE Gillian Tett, who looks at how global markets are surging despite war. Susan speaks to Julia Khrebtan-Hörhager of Colorado State University about how Europe needs to forge a new and old alliance in the age of Trumpism. Plus, Christ Stokel-Walker looks at the showdown between the world’s biggest tech bros.
May 1 · 48 min
The Death of the Petrodollar, healthcare economics and board fatigue
This week on Taking Stock Susan Hayes Culleton hears how the ‘petrodollar’ came into being and why its days might be numbered, when she talks to Brendan Greeley who is the author of the upcoming book ‘The Almighty Dollar: 500 Years of the World’s Most Powerful Money’ Susan also talks to Rana Foroohar, associate Editor at the Financial Times, who tells us how healthcare is driving the US Economy for all the wrong reasons. Plus, Susan talks to Shefaly M Yogendras who is the author of a new book ‘Uncharted Spaces’ which challenges boards to become braver, bolder and more inclusive.
April 24 · 47 min
World Cup woes, the terror of Claude and the UK woo Europe
This week on Taking Stock Susan Hayes Culleton talks to Stephanie Stacey of the Financial Times about why this Summer's World Cup isn't generating the business or ticket sales that many were expecting. Political Economist Will Hutton tells us that the UK are on the road back to a much closer relationship with Europe. Plus, a new AI tool called 'Claude' is sending shock waves across financial institutions and Susan talks to Matteo Wong of the Atlantic about its possible outcomes.
April 17 · 50 min
Prue Leith on her long and winding road to business success
This week on Taking Stock Susan Hayes Culleton talks to Prue Leith about her business life and times, her writing and 'The Great British Bake Off'. Susan also chats to journalist and writer Harry Wallop about what he sees as the 'tyranny' of too many meetings in the modern workplace. Plus, DC Cahalane of Sure Valley Ventures talks about the state of the venture capital market in Ireland.

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