The Records Show
Delighted to contribute to this series about the National Archives and fascinating things they throw up.
Running for the Park or Running from Reality
The test is simple, and it is a simple test of political courage. Will the government deliver a disciplined budget for the next decade on the 7th October, or a political pamphlet for the presidential election two weeks later?
Dangerous Disconnect between Business & Politics
Many Irish and international business leaders increasingly see the political system not as a space to thrive, but as something to endure
RTE Claire Byrne Interview on US Politics
Delighted to join Claire Byrne and Chris Donoghue this week to chat about how our diplomatic efforts need to change under Trump
Why we need real political muscle in Washington!
Under Trump, economic tools have become instruments of political power. Diplomatic efforts are no longer enough, we need serious political presence in Washington now.
General Election 2024 Mandy Johnston: Harris’ desperate struggle for parity may prove costly for Fine Gael
From the get-go, the Taoiseach struggled to assert control over the campaign narrative in contrast to Fianna Fáil and Sinn Féin
Mandy Johnston
November 29, 2024
Mandy Johnston: Sinn Féin air war appears lost as Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil choke debate
While their ground campaign may yet yield different results, Mary Lou McDonald’s party’s decision to hold off on launching their manifesto until late in the campaign backfired
Half-time in Germany and calling time on Trump’s legal cases
This week on Taking Stock Mandy Johnston looks at Germany, where political shifts and an upcoming election have stirred up debates on the country's economic and social future. Mandy talks to Dr Katharina Karcher of the University of Birmingham.
Donald Trump, now president-elect once again, is navigating a complex web of legal challenges. Mandy is joined by Joe Millar of the FT to break down where these cases stand, what they mean for his upcoming term, and how they could impact American politics on the world stage.
Finally, back at home Mandy looks at what the business community wants from the parties ahead of the General Election 2024. From tax policies to housing and infrastructure, we’ll explore the promises being made and the policies that could shape the future of Irish businesses.
Morning Ireland Thursday 7 November 2024 What can we expect from the upcoming General Election?
https://www.rte.ie/radio/radio1/clips/22457163
Adidas race Nike, Buffet dumps Apple and Trump reigns
This week on Taking Stock Mandy Johnston talks to her regular US contributor Caroline Vikal of the Hill about where the election was lost and won.
Russ Mould of AJ Bell profiles Warren Buffet and looks at why he might be selling his much-valued Apple shares.
And Mandy talks to Louise Lucas of the Financial Times about the competition between the giants of sports footwear; Adidas and Nike.