Taking Stock

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Taking Stock with Mandy Johnston takes a global view of the big business stories and the trends affecting the world economy. Listen and subscribe to Taking Stock on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App. You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'

1 DAY AGO

The Best Business and Politics Books of the Year

This week on a special Taking Stock Mandy Johnston talks to some of her favourite contributors to the show about a book they read this year that they are recommending as a stock-filler!

44 min
13 DEC

Techscape on Taking Stock- Will the US ban TIK TOK?

In this month’s Tech Scape slot with thanks to PWC, Mandy asks could TikTok be banned in the US when she talks to Chris Stokel-Walker

16 min
13 DEC

The Flashing Red Lights for Economy 2025

This week on Taking Stock, Mandy Johnston talks to Tom Standage the Deputy Editor of The Economist about what shocks and positives may lie in store for the Global economy next year. Ever wonder about the most expensive homes changing hands in Ireland? From a sprawling Cork estate to the childhood home of Garret FitzGerald, 2024 has seen over 1,200 sales topping €1 million. Alanna Gallagher from The Irish Times gives Mandy a tour of these prestigious properties. In this month’s Tech Scape slot, Mandy asks could TikTok be banned in the US when she talks to Chris Stokel-Walker.

47 min
6 DEC

French Political Turmoil, Europe First & Coalitions of the Past

This week on Taking Stock:Just how should the EU deal with a possible round of trade wars and tariffs? With the return of President Trump just weeks away, it is a topic exercising the minds of the new EU Commission, particularly its vice-president, Stéphane Séjourné. Alice Hancock, EU Correspondent with Financial Times joins Mandy to discuss. French politicians have ousted their government with a no-confidence motion, plunging the eurozone's second-largest economy into political turmoil. Mandy explores the potential consequences with Sarah Collins, Brussels Correspondent with the Business Post.Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent with the Irish Examiner, chats to Mandy about some of the most memorable coalitions of years gone by.

51 min
22 NOV

Techscape on Taking Stock- How AI is or isn't featuring in the election

In our monthly Techscape slot, with thanks to PWC, Elaine Burke, host of the For Tech’s Sake podcast, analyses political party manifestos to uncover how they’re tackling AI.

13 min
22 NOV

Talking the Pope into doing a TED Talk

This week on Taking Stock Mandy Johnston talks to Bruno Giussani, who was the global curator of TED from 2005. He orchestrated talks from the likes of Pope Francis, Bill Gates, and countless others. We hear the fascinating story of the birth and growth of TED. Jamie Smyth, Energy Correspondent for the Financial Times, explains how the U.S. is gearing up to test the waters for a nuclear fuel revival—an issue with implications for energy markets worldwide. In our monthly Techscape slot, with thanks to PWC, Elaine Burke, host of the For Tech’s Sake podcast, analyses political party manifestos to uncover how they’re tackling AI.

50 min
15 NOV

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.

48 min
8 NOV

Adidas race Nike, Buffett 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 Buffett 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.

46 min

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Excellent

02/07/2020

ommaca

Great Podcasts. Variety of topics, well executed. Interesting guests. Well done.
Bias

18 Oct

Mcmood

Not bad on Irish topics. Shows total bias on US issues. Instead of trying to see both sides, is yet another tiresome Trump bashing podcast. Mandy casually calling Trump a racist. MSNBC with a shamrock on it.
Super show

06/06/2020

Barrowford1

Well done Vincent on an excellent show. Like no other, plain intelligent, interesting, engaging. You rock! Keep up the good work, your show was a great find. I highly recommend it.
Intelligent well researched interviews

27/06/2020

El Gaffo

Vincent Wall is exceptionally well informed and gets the best out of his interviewees without the need for drama or agressive questioning. His style is calm and analytical and very pleasent listening.

Taking Stock with Mandy Johnston takes a global view of the big business stories and the trends affecting the world economy. Listen and subscribe to Taking Stock on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App. You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'