Iran cashes in on the Strait of Hormuz

Suzanne Lynch, Brussels Bureau Chief with Bloomberg, joins Aine to dissect the implications of the war in the Middle East on energy costs, as the EU warns that we must brace ourselves for a long-lasting energy shock.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Donald Trump revealing plans for his presidential library earlier this week, comedy writer Aidan Fitzmaurice reflects on the desire of some people to have their name and image everywhere.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Siofra Mulqueen reports on the business of sweet making on Easter Eve.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Bridin McGowan of McGowan Funeral Directors share their experiences in the funeral industry, revealing what life is like when death is a part of your everyday routine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Journalist and broadcaster Marion McKeone joins Aine to discuss how the United States and Iran are conducting an online war of memes and AI generated videos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Patrick Bury, Warfare and Counter-Terrorism specialist at the University of Bath, joins Aine to discuss the US F-15 fighter jet which was shot down over Iran as searches continue for its missing crew member.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shane Finn and Rebecca Hoban join Richard to discuss how their love of the outdoors and the Kingdom of Kerry led to the creation of their outdoor clothing brand, Outwest Clothing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Professor of Economics in the UCD School of Economics, Lisa Ryan, offers her insights into how different countries around the world are tackling the energy crisis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neuroscientist and author Ian Robertson reflects on how to best appeal the alpha male, taking inspiration from gorillas!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earlier this week, Marco Rubio warned that disruptions to the Strait of Hormuz could stretch for another month. Dr. Patrick Bury, Senior lecturer on warfare at the University of Bath, joins Richard to discuss the implications of this, and how the Middle East conflict is sending shock waves through global markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.