We have a long and proud history of furniture making in Ireland - much of it defined by a balance of heritage and contemporary design. With craftspeople across the country shaping this distinctive identity, Bobby thought for this week’s Industry Review, he’d look to find out more about this fascinating line of work. Joining Bobby to discuss is: ● Dave Pettigrew of Irish Woodcraft in Meath ● Tricia Harris of Studio Harris from Killarney ● Paul O’Brien, Furniture Designer and Maker at Modet
Out & About: O’Flaherty Stone
21/03/2026 | 11 mins.
O’Flaherty Stone has been shaping, carving & creating stone for generations. Bobby took a trip out to their Wicklow workshop to find out all about the business.
In conversation with voice actor JP Wright
21/03/2026 | 9 mins.
JP Wright is an award-winning voice actor with over 15 years of experience across TV, radio, gaming and advertising, working with global brands like Netflix, Nintendo and Sky Sports but he’s recently captured Irish audiences online with his viral GTA-inspired character, Longford Larry. He joins Bobby to chat about his career.
Will we ever be able to move away from our reliance on FDI?
21/03/2026 | 6 mins.
This week saw a report that was looking at the future of Irish industrial policy and its reliance on FDI. Bobby is joined by John Fitzgerald, Adjunct Professor of Economics at TCD, to discuss.
Executive Chair: Rory King of Rory’s Travel Club
21/03/2026 | 10 mins.
Joining Bobby in the Executive Chair this week is Rory King, Founder of Rory’s Travel Club.
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