“Working from home and working from home during the Coronavirus are two separate things.” The Covid-19 crisis and current government restrictions has meant that many of us have found ourselves working everyday from our kitchen table. New research from LinkedIn found that 56% of Irish workers said they felt more anxious or stressed about work than […]

6 years ago

“The ethos that I took was, ‘How do you want to be remembered after this is all over?’” Restrictions and social distancing across the country have resulted in many food and drink businesses feeling unsure about their future in the sector. While some have decided to close their doors, others have taken this opportunity to […]

6 years ago

“We’re a small company in a very competitive sector, you never know what’s around the corner.” The current Covid-19 crisis has put many businesses under intense financial pressure and change. One of the main sectors hit is the drinks industry, who now rely solely on the support of supermarkets and off-licences rather than busy pubs […]

6 years ago

“It’s not loans, it’s grants, we need proper financial supports.” Pubs and bars across the country have found themselves in financial difficulty due to the Covid-19 pandemic and the government restrictions that have been put in place. With many businesses unsure of when they’ll open their doors to the public again, how will this sector […]

6 years ago

“I think people deserve the opportunity to get back out there and know that they’re being protected and that we have to get the wheels of  industry back up and running at some stage.” The food and drinks sector has been one of the worst hit industries in Ireland during the Covid-19 crisis. Pubs and […]

6 years ago

“The act of going out and eating and sitting down and breaking bread together is something that you can’t fully replace and outsource to online.” Restaurants and takeaways across the country have been playing a blinder in terms of getting food and necessities delivered safely to our door during the Covid-19 emergency. The food sector […]

6 years ago

“I think a lot of people are minding whatever they have and they’ll be hesitant to spend anything.” Takeaways and food services in Ireland have become the unsung heroes of the Covid-19 crisis. From pivoting to takeaway to trialling home deliveries, these businesses have had to adapt and find new ways of keeping their heads […]

6 years ago

“Consumers want to know more about where their food is coming from.” Technology has found a new and essential role in our lives as we adapt to our new normal during the Covid-19 crisis. From online yoga classes to essential home deliveries, the internet and technology have met our every need and it’s very likely […]

6 years ago

“I do see this as an opportunity, almost like a hiatus to take a little bit of time out to reflect on your career.” Due to the Covid-19 crisis, many of us have found ourself adapting to a new routine, which has most likely resulted in some newfound time at home. While the abundance of […]

6 years ago

“We’ve never, ever been given the one commodity we were all so scarce with, which was our time.” The Covid-19 crisis has changed the working world in many ways. Many of us no longer face the dreaded commute, work comfortably from our homes and even have the luxury of more flexible working hours. For many, […]

6 years ago

“Clearly set out your own purpose and the purpose of the business.” The Covid-19 crisis has left many business in Ireland facing challenging times. Financial cuts and lay-offs have become a regular topic of conversation and many business are unsure of their future in the current market. For business owners, it can be difficult to […]

6 years ago

“We decided, ‘You know what? There’s a huge shortage of hand sanitiser. Why don’t we just do this? There’s obviously a great need.’” The current Covid-19 crisis has led to an uncertain and uneasy time for many businesses in Ireland. While some unfortunately have to close their doors, others are lucky enough to adapt and […]

6 years ago

“This is nothing new to us.” Meet Gary Bailey, the 32-year-old sales manager who, at three-months-old, was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. Gary is an ambassador for Cystic Fibrosis Ireland, who recently had to cancel their annual collections fundraiser, 65 Roses. Before the current Covid-19 crisis, Gary and others who suffer with cystic fibrosis practiced good […]

6 years ago

“I think it’s really highlighted, this crisis, how we’re so reliant on imports of food, particularly veg and fruit.” As the Covid-19 crisis continues in Ireland, one of the main concerns remains the demand for food and grocery shopping. Michael Kelly, founder of GIY, has always had a passion for self-sufficiency and for growing our […]

6 years ago

“We’ve just gone into this without even knowing it was going to happen.” The current Covid-19 crisis has taken its toll on society in many ways. It’s affected our businesses, our social lives and of course, our mental health. Speaking on JOE’s business show, All In, which is backed by AIB, Dr. Malie Coyne discussed the […]

6 years ago

“People are finding new ways to connect and I think that’s just the human spirit, isn’t it?” From self-isolation to cocooning, each and every one of us has found ourselves adapting to a new normal. Coffee mornings in the office and after-work pints are a distant memory, and live stream pub quizzes have become our […]

6 years ago

“Lots of these people are dedicating 12 and 16 hour days. It’s not always guaranteed that they’ll be able to have a meal during that.” It’s an unusual time in our society at the moment with many of us feeling helpless with the situation we’re in. Cian O’Flaherty, founder of Safecility, has put his entrepreneurial […]

6 years ago

“I think the world that we live in today, a lot of people take for granted the abundance of goods and services.” As we adjust to our new routines amid the Covid-19 emergency and nationwide self-isolation, the simple act of shopping for groceries is at the forefront of everyone’s mind. Devan Hughes, co-founder of Buymie, […]

6 years ago

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“You’re trying to transpose the culture across different geos and across different time zones and it’s very difficult to do.” Conor O’Loughlin, former Connacht rugby player and CEO of Glofox, has managed to turn his Irish based company into an international gym management software system. With offices across Ireland, Sydney, San Francisco and Australia, one […]

6 years ago

“In the rush to go quickly sometimes you’ll miss why your product is innovative, why your product is defensible.” Cian O Flaherty, founder and CEO of Safecility, knows a thing or two when it comes to getting the correct funding to ensure business growth. His company, Safecility, is a tech system that uses data to analyse […]

6 years ago

“You have energy boosts and energy drains, and if that balance of those two things isn’t right, what happens is it leads to stress and it leads to burnout.” Laura Belyea, co-founder and COO of Talivest, works to improve the employee experience in the workplace. Using employee engagement and data driven insights, Talivest sets out […]

6 years ago

“It’s really exciting that we’re having companies come to us and say, ‘how can we improve our employee wellbeing?’” Aimee-Louise Carton, co-founder and CEO of wellness app, Keep Appy, has a passion and drive for improving wellbeing and breaking the stigma around mental illness. From journalling, to mood tracking and medication reminders, Keep Appy allows […]

6 years ago

“Think of your body as an overprotective parent just trying to look after you.” Anxiety and panic attacks are both increasing issues in the lives of young people in Ireland. The My World Survey 2, published last year and a follow up from the original My World Survey in 2012, found that 49% of Irish […]

6 years ago

“I wish I hadn’t been so scared to talk about it for so many years.” Shane Kennedy was 17 years old when he first started to develop signs of an eating disorder. His fixation on weight, body shape and portion size manifested into what Shane would soon learn to be early signs of bulimia and […]

6 years ago

“I enjoy the challenge of trying to relight the flame of this particular story but in a totally different medium.” Award-winning author, Emma Donoghue, joined Dion for a chat this week on Ireland Unfiltered. The pair discussed her hit novel, Room, which has sold two million copies worldwide and in 2015 was adapted into a […]

6 years ago

“You’re just locked in negative thoughts over and over again.” When Seán Sugrue was 23 years old, he experienced his first depressive episode. The episode lasted two to three months and was soon followed by an episode of mania. Eight years later, Seán was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. What is bipolar disorder? People with bipolar […]

6 years ago

“Unlike most people, we have lots of time to think.” Currently in the midst of a nationwide tour of Ireland, this week’s guest on Ireland Unfiltered is stand-up comedian, Reginald D Hunter. While discussing the high price he’s paid for success on the show, Hunter didn’t shy away from the harsh reality and perhaps unseen […]

6 years ago

“It just really made me think about working class schools and resources and introducing them to that world.” Jordanne began her flourishing acting career as a 14-year-old when she starred in Frank Berry’s I Used to Live Here. From there, the young actress went on to feature in television miniseries Rebellion and played the lead […]

7 years ago

“It’s poignant in that this isn’t forever there. This wild ride that we know as life.” This week on Ireland Unfiltered Dion Fanning was joined by L.A. Confidential author James Ellroy. From discovering alcohol at a young age to the tragic murder of his mother, Ellroy’s life has been as dramatic and eventful as the […]

7 years ago

“You can see how it’s just never going to happen. It’s just bladderish you know?” This week on Ireland Unfiltered, Dion Fanning was joined by Irish comedian Andrew Maxwell. The pair discussed Maxwell’s Maserati inspired midlife crisis, growing up the class clown and discovering his love for comedy. The stand-up comedian was quick to once […]

7 years ago

“If Irish people were given a vote on it we would vote to leave Bono.”  Andrew Maxwell hasn’t been shy in expressing his views on Brexit in the recent past and he’s been revisiting the topic again this week. Known for his impeccable clarity of thought surrounding the issue, the stand-up comedian had an interesting […]

7 years ago

“It’s the thing we all run away from, the fact that none of us gets out of here alive.” This week on Ireland Unfiltered, Dion was joined by Irish journalist and broadcaster, Tommie Gorman. The pair discussed the loss of Martin McGuinness, the collapse of power in Britain, and how Tommie found freedom in living […]

7 years ago

“It doesn’t happen overnight, you’ve got to be deliberate.” Irish society has become a melting pot for culture and diversity. Although we still have a long way to go in terms of incorporating this into the workplace, events such as Codess, Microsoft’s Autism Hiring Programme, and In Motion show diversity and inclusion are slowly but […]

7 years ago

A very interesting chat… On this week’s episode of Ireland Unfiltered, Dion Fanning was joined by former footballer John Barnes. The pair discussed the real reason behind Brexit, his father as his hero, and he also spoke openly about why he never let racism bother him when he was growing up. Growing up middle class […]

7 years ago

“You’ll always be disappointed by fellow workers. Not by humans, not by your mates, not by your family, but people you work with are always going to disappoint you.” Work is a strange place. Over time our colleagues can become our best friends, our counsellors, and sometimes feel even closer than family. But as economist […]

7 years ago

“It was only for the neighbours. That’s Ireland. This is the squinting windows, you know?” From the economic boom to the inevitable crash, unemployment is an issue that has affected many families and individuals in Ireland. This week on Ireland Unfiltered, Dion was joined by author and economist David McWilliams. The pair discussed Ireland’s housing […]

7 years ago

“I think I’m actually much happier now at this point in my life on a continuing basis, just because you just get older and you kind of get it more.” Despite being well-known for his controversial takes, Bret Easton Ellis had some surprisingly heart-warming advice for those of us who may be going through the […]

7 years ago

“What can I say? It’s not like it’s across the board negative for Trump.” This week on Ireland Unfiltered, Dion Fanning was joined by author and screenwriter; Bret Easton Ellis. The American Psycho author discussed his anti-millennial reputation, finding happiness with age, and why he thinks Donald Trump may be reelected in the 2020 US […]

7 years ago

“You’re bringing this horrible thing to them and they shouldn’t have to hear that.” Drag queen and stage performer Rory O’Neill, aka Panti Bliss was this week’s guest on Ireland Unfiltered with Dion Fanning. On the show, he explained why Leo Varadkar had to send that letter to Kylie Minogue and labelled the fallout to the letter as […]

7 years ago

“It’s because he’s a gay and it was Kylie Minogue. And I’m sorry, it was what it was.” This week on Ireland Unfiltered, Dion Fanning was joined by gay rights activist and stage performer Rory O’Neill, also known as drag queen Panti Bliss. Known for his work in the LGBT community, Rory discussed what he […]

7 years ago