Episode 110

From escape rooms to leadership workshops — the Midlands may be Ireland’s next corporate event hotspot. Alison O’Kelly and Willie Hyland explain why their new venture Ignite Event Management is designed to turn ordinary corporate gatherings into memorable experiences. Ireland's largest inflatable water-park, Baysports in Athlone, is adding electric boats and even more kayaks ahead of the new season. And they have a huge number of part-time roles available now - Richie O'Hara Jnr has all the details you need. Geopolitical conflict rarely stays confined to the battlefield. Former Army Ranger and security expert Cathal Berry joins the programme to examine the evolving conflict in the Middle East, its potential impact on global energy markets, and what the situation could mean for businesses, travel and international stability. If you’ve ever been asked to “circle back”, “touch base” or “drill down”, you’ll appreciate this. Australian duo James Schloeffel and Charles Firth of Wankernomics will explain how corporate jargon became the inspiration for a global comedy show — and why the corporate world may never escape it.