Tech Talk with Jess Kelly

The Right to Repair: Good idea or bad idea?

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:05:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Colin Baker of Back From the Future to discuss the Right to Repair and ask if we should all have a go at fixing our tech.

AI's impact on modern music production

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:05:00 +0000

Music producer Philip Magee has worked with some of Ireland's biggest artists. In this conversation, he joins Jess to discuss the impact of AI on the music industry.

The story of the National Broadband Plan

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:10:00 +0000

Jess looks back at the origin of the National Broadband Plan.

Meta's Ray-Bans: Is it time to ban the Bans?

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:06:00 +0000

Ciara O'Brien of The Irish Times joins Jess to talk about the backlash against Meta's smartglasses.

Your guide to buying a pre-owned EV

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:06:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess with the guide to buying a second-hand EV.

Meta's 2026: From addiction and cash-flow

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:06:00 +0000

Emmet Ryan joins Jess to look at Meta's 2026 so far; from addiction allegations to issues with cash flow, is Mark Zuckerberg still the right person to lead the company?

Rogue AI: What happened and should we freak out?

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:06:00 +0000

Raluca Saceanu , CEO of Smarttech247 joins Jess to discuss the rogue AI at OpenAI.

Inside The Data Protection Commission: Consultation and concerns

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:06:00 +0000

Cathal Ryan Deputy Commissioner, with responsibility for Consultation and Supervision joins Jess to explain his remit within the DPC.

Inside the Data Protection Commission: Tackling Big Tech

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:06:00 +0000

This is part 2 of a special series of reports from inside the Irish Data Protection Commission. In this episode, Jess meets the team that tackles Big Tech.

Inside the Irish Data Protection Commission: The Frontline

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:06:00 +0000

In part 1 of this specialist report series, Jess brings you inside the Irish Data Protection Commission to meet with the team working on the frontline with complaints. Just this week, it was announced that DPC received a 45% jump in complaints in 2025. We find out the nature of those complaints and how they are handled.

Reporting, tackling and targeting intimate image abuse

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:06:00 +0000

Mick Moran of Irish Internet Hotline joins Jess to discuss how the organisation works to tackle intimate image abuse.

Nex Playground reivew: The console for kids

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:04:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess to review the Nex Playground, a new controller-less console aimed at young children.

The Social Reckoning: The Frances Haugen Impact

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:04:00 +0000

The trailer for 'The Social Reckoning' has dropped. Jess looks at the tech story at the heart of this upcoming Aaron Sorkin film.

EVs: Charger access, rented accommodation and scrappage

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:02:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess with a roundup of EV news and answers your EV questions.

FULL EPISODE: HSE Health app, Siri AI in Europe and The Inbox

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:02:00 +0000

You can email the show: techtalk@newstalk.com.

HSE Health app: What is it and how does it help?

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:02:00 +0000

Damien McCallion, Chief Technology and Transformation Officer at the HSE joins Jess to explain the functionality of the new HSE Health app and how it helps both the patients and the system.

Writing for games: Meet the Irish lead writer on Zero Parades

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:02:00 +0000

Patrick Ó Rian, lead writer on Zero Parades, joins Jess to discuss his pivots from movie-making to writing for games.

1 cardiologist, 2.8 million people

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:06:00 +0000

Nurse Karen Kelly joins Jess to explain why she's raising funds to travel to Gambia.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/1-cardiologist-28-million-people-help-karen-change-that

How to balance AI regulation alongside the innovation

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Dr. Ruth Buckley, CIO of Cork City Council and Chair of the LGI-ISAC (Local Government Ireland Information Sharing Analysis Group), joins Jess to preview her talk at the upcoming IVI Summit in Maynooth University.

Soundcore’s new buds and Forza Horizon 6 reviews

Fri, 29 May 2026 11:02:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess with reviews of new earbuds from Soundcore and some gaming titles too.

Google's FitBit Air: The WHOOP killer?

Fri, 29 May 2026 10:45:00 +0000

Google has released a new wearable: the FitBit Air. It's a screenless fitness wearable that some are calling a 'WHOOP killer'. John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess as the pair share their first impressions of the device.

AI Washing: Where are the opportunities in the job market?

Fri, 22 May 2026 13:02:00 +0000

Chris Paye, Country Director of The Stepstone Group Ireland, with responsibility for IrishJobs joins Jess to discuss the job cuts at Meta and the job opportunities in the Irish market.

FULL EPISODE: AI Washing, Ticket Touts and Dodgy Boxes

Fri, 22 May 2026 12:54:00 +0000

techtalk@newstalk.com is the email address if you have any tech questions for Jess.

EV drivers don't turn back

Fri, 15 May 2026 11:02:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess to discuss the findings of new research that shows the majority of EV drivers would never return to petrol or diesel.

Loneliness in the era of AI

Thu, 14 May 2026 15:02:00 +0000

Dr Colman Noctor joins Jess to discuss his recent TED Talk on the issue of loneliness in the era of AI.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHTHPYj2zl0&t=447s

Online safety: TikTok is not addictive according to TikTok

Fri, 08 May 2026 12:07:00 +0000

Alex Cooney of Cyber Safe Kids joins Jess to examine the recent Oireachtas Committee hearing, which featured executives from social media and tech giants. What did we learn?

GoMo Fibre: Is it too good to be true?

Fri, 08 May 2026 12:05:00 +0000

Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times joins Jess to discuss the arrival of GoMo Fibre Broadband. The first fixed price fibre offering looks set to shake up the market, but is it too good to be true?

The impact of AI on recruitment and the importance of humanity

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:05:00 +0000

Declan and Niall McNiff of Realtime Recruitment join Jess to talk about the impact AI is having on the recruitment industry. Jamal Holtz, Chief of Staff and Executive VP of Link Strategic Partners explains the work they do, based out of Washington DC.

FULL EPISODE: Inside Ireland Gateway to Europe 2026

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:05:00 +0000

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Enterprise Ireland on the Irish / US relationship

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:05:00 +0000

Kevin Ryan of Enterprise Ireland joins Jess to discuss the opportunities for Irish businesses in the US, despite the geopolitical uncertainty.

The end of Tim Cook's tenure as Apple CEO

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:05:00 +0000

Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times joins Jess to look back at Tim Cook's time as CEO of Apple. What were the wins, the losses, and what does the future hold for the company?

Product pivot: Why a shoe brand ditched footwear in favour of AI

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:03:00 +0000

Emmet Ryan joins Jess to discuss the curious case of AllBirds, the footwear company that ditched shoes for AI.

MyCelsius: The Irish innovation for tackling hot flushes

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:05:00 +0000

Offaly native Aonghus O’Donovan joins Jess to explain how he transitioned from working at Dyson to developing a wearable device for women experiencing menopause.

Here's why representation and role models matter

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:20:00 +0000

16-year-old Moya May Kelly joins Jess to tell her story and explain the profound impact Katriona O'Sullivan has had on her.

Apple at 50: The wins, losses and life-changing technology

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:20:00 +0000

Way back in April 1976, three men came together to create a company. 50 years on from that moment, we look back at the history of Apple.

Guaranteed Irish: Supporting the local tech scene

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:10:00 +0000

Br íd O'Connell, CEO of Guaranteed Irish, joins Jess to discuss the impact of the Irish tech scene in terms of support jobs, talent and the economy.

ReSHAPE.ie: The AI platform aimed at supporting jobs in the Midlands

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 07:20:00 +0000

Carmel Halligan, Programme Manager with ReSHAPE.ie, joins Jess to explain the new platform.

EV Roundup: Renault, Kia, Skoda and Jonny Ives designing Ferrari interior

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:20:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess with a comprehensive overview of the new releases in the world of EVs.

Dodgy boxes & the All-Ireland Science Media Centre

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:20:00 +0000

Claire Mac Evilly, CEO of Airfield Estate and Chair of the All-Ireland Science Media Centre, joins Jess.

Social Media Addiction Trial: Google and Meta found liable

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:12:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Alex Cooney, CEO of Cyber Safe Kids to discuss the verdict in the social media addiction trial.

One year of Amazon.ie: Success, shopping habits and the potential of drone delivery

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:12:00 +0000

Alison Dunne of Amazon Ireland joined Jess to look back on the first year of the Irish site.

Cash killer: What is the Digital Euro?

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:40:00 +0000

Nick Charalmabous, MD of Alpha Wealth joins Jess to explain what the Digital Euro is and some of the benefits of it/

Beat the bills: Where to find the value as prices go up

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:24:00 +0000

Daragh Cassidy of Bonkers.ie joins Jess to discuss the price hikes that are happening in the world of TV, broadband and mobile, and offers tips on where to find the best value.

Exclusive: YouTube's Global Head of Health and VP of Google Kids and Families

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:24:00 +0000

Mindy Brooks, VP of Google Kids and Families, and YouTube’s Global Head of Health, Dr Garth Graham join Jess to discuss the technological products that exist to keep kids safe online, navigating the choppy waters of the teenage years and if Big Tech could or should do more.

Xiaomi vs Samsung: Battle of the brands at MWC

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 14:24:00 +0000

Jess is joined by John Reilly of TheEffect.net to talk through the key announcements from this year's Mobile World Congress.

Inside Ireland's robotic surgeries

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 13:24:00 +0000

Jess visits Beaumont Hospital in Dublin to meet with the team championing robotic surgeries. Jess meets Brian Clancy, Principal Clinical Engineer, to hear about the benefits of robotic surgery and how they improve patient outcomes.

Meet the clinicians using robots to enhance patient care

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 13:23:00 +0000

Jess meets Prof Arnie Hill and Prof Michael Moore of Beaumont Hospital to hear how robotic surgery and new digital technologies are transforming how they work.

Zuck on the stand and Planify.ie

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 10:24:00 +0000

Jess has a rundown of Mark Zuckerberg's appearance at the social media addiction trial. She is then joined by Patrick Doyle of Planify.ie to hear about the new platform.

Exclusive: Apple on opening a Dublin office and the Cork campus

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Kristina Raspe, Apple VP of Places and Cathy Kearney, VP of European Operations join Jess for a discussion about the company's growing footprint in Ireland, including the opening of a new office in Dublin.

The Social Media Addiction Trials (Part 2)

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:23:00 +0000

Jess looks back at the first full week of the social media addiction trial taking place in the US. We heard opening statements and from the CEO of Instagram.

Unboxed: OnePlus 15 and Oppo Find X9 Pro reviews

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:45:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess to review new devices from OnePlus and Oppo, plus the pair discuss some of the biggest tech stories of the week.

What did we learn from the Oireachtas Media Committee?

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:45:00 +0000

Alex Cooney of Cyber Safe Kids joins Jess Kelly to discuss Big Tech at the Oireachtas Media Committee, the European Commission's preliminary ruling on TikTok and if a social media ban is the answer.

From illness to wellness: How tech could transform the HSE

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 15:45:00 +0000

"We're spending 97% of our health budget on illness and just 3% on wellness". Professor Martin Curley of Maynooth University joins Jess to discuss the impact technology and digital tools could have on our health system, keeping well people well for longer. We also hear about Martin's time working at the HSE and why we need our health leaders to be courageous.

Tech workers on strike

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 11:45:00 +0000

Workers at Covalen are taking action, calling for better conditions, union recognition and enhanced redundancy payments. Jess is joined by John Bohan of the Communications Workers' Union and a worker who was recently made redundant.

Dell Ireland on AI trends and the cost of your laptop going up

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:20:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Mark Hopkins, General Manager at Dell Technologies Ireland on the tech trends for 2026, AI integration and why the cost of devices on the rise.

The Social Media Addiction Trials (Part 1)

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 07:20:00 +0000

Earlier this week Snap Inc. reached a confidential settlement with a 19-year-old plaintiff identified as K.G.M., just days before a landmark jury trial was set to begin in Los Angeles. Meta, TikTok and YouTube will now go forward to the trial, which is due to begin on Monday. Jess explains what the case is about and what we can expect over the coming weeks and months.

Grok who? Elon Musk v Michael O'Leary

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 07:15:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Emmet Ryan to talk about the spat between Elon Musk and Michael O'Leary. Is this a PR masterclass, a good distraction from Grok or just a waste of everyone's time?

FULL EPISODE: NeverNote, CES EVs and Grok (again)

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 06:15:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Bobby Healy to discuss his new project, NeverNote, Derek Reilly has a roundup of the EV launches at #CES26 and we look at the latest in the Grok debacle.

EV Roundup: Inside CES

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 19:20:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess to report on what he saw at CES 2026.

NeverNote: The Irish note-taking app, built by AI

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 19:15:00 +0000

Bobby Healy of Manna Drones joins Jess to discuss his latest project, NeverNote, which he developed in 18 days using AI.

GrokAI: What's going on and why should you care?

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:15:00 +0000

Jess explains the controversy around GrokAI and speaks to Alex Cooney of CyberSafeKids about the implications this technology could have on our young people.

Inside Stripe Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:20:00 +0000

Jess went to the RDS to meet Niamh O’Donnellan, Head of the Stripe YSTE and former Irish rugby international Jamie Heaslip, who now works at the tech company.

BEHIND THE SCREENS: Phones in schools, in the bedroom and role modelling

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 09:20:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Dr Colman Noctor, Clare Daly (Cyber Safe Kids Board Member) and Aaron Wolfe, ASTI Principals and Deputy Principals representative.

This project was supported by funding from the TV Licence.

The Top Tech of 2025

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 18:20:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess to look back at the top tech of 2025, from wearables to baby tech.

40 Years of Mobile Calls and Online Age Verification

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 13:20:00 +0000

Jess Kelly runs through some of the tech news of the week. TechTalk@newstalk.com.

Battery POWER: The Chinese manufacturers offering 7,000mAh

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 08:45:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net is with Jess to talk through the Chinese phone manufacturers changing the game when it comes to battery power.

Review: The €980 games console

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 08:32:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess to review the ROG Xbox Ally X, which costs €989. Is it worth the money?

Behind The Screens: Dr Colman Noctor & Clare Daly

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:32:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Dr Colman Noctor and Clare Daly, Cork solicitor and board member of Cyber Safe Kids to talk about the realities for parenting in the digital age.

Garda National Economic Bureau on staying safe online

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 11:32:00 +0000

Detective Superintendent Michael Cryan of the Garda National Economic Crime Bureau joins Jess to talk about the levels of economic fraud in Ireland and how to stay safe online.

Behind The Screens: Parenting teenagers in the digital age

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:32:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Alex Cooney of Cyber Safe Kids, Daragh McCashin of the DCU Anti-Bullying Centre, Dr Brendan Kelly of Trinity and school principal Jean Ward to talk through the realities of parenting teenagers in the digital age.

Behind The Screens: What parents of primary school children need to know

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 11:32:00 +0000

This is part one of a four-part special focusing on parenting in the digital age. Jess is joined by Alex Cooney of CyberSafeKids, Dr Daragh McCashin of the DCU Anti-Bullying Centre, and Dr Brendan Kelly of Trinity College. This was recorded in front of a live audience in Dublin.

This project was in partnership with CyberSafeKids and funded by the TV Licence.

Key considerations before you buy an EV

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 11:32:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess to preview the upcoming EV show, which is taking place on November 7th and 8th in the RDS. What do you need to consider before you buy an EV?

Are the Pixel 10 Pro XL and 10 Pro Fold worth the money?

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 04:32:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess as they review the new flagships from Google. Do the devices live up to the hype and are they worth the money?

Handheld gaming: Xbox ROG Ally

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 04:31:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess to review the handheld Xbox ROG Ally.

The Story of YouTube: 25 years on

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 11:31:00 +0000

Jess takes a look back at the origin of YouTube, the Google deal and the current status of the platform.

AI Jess: Why you shouldn't believe everything you hear

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 11:14:00 +0000

AI Jess takes over the show to explain how AI voices are on the rise, and why you should be wary of them.

When is the "right time" to give your child a device?

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 07:31:00 +0000

Alex Cooney of Cyber Safe Kids and Dr Brendan Kelly join Jess at the 'Behind the Screens' event to talk about this important issue. The full podcast will be available soon.

EV Roundup: BYD Dolphin Surf, Tesla and Toyota

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 06:31:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess with a roundup of news and reviews from the world of EVs.

FoundIt: The Irish answer to lost and found

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 05:31:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Alan Sparks of FoundIt.ie

Will OpenAI's Sora 2 app kill social media?

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 15:31:00 +0000

Glen Mulcahy joins Jess to discuss OpenAI's new DeepFake generator, Sora2.

Inside the NFL: How tech is changing the game

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 15:22:00 +0000

Jess was at Croke Park last Sunday as the NFL took centre stage. Whilst there, she met with Julie Souza, Global Head of Sports at AWS and Mike Lopez, Senior Director of Football Data & Analytics at the NFL to hear how technology is changing the game.

Does cyber crime pay?

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 07:46:00 +0000

Jess Kelly is joined by Ronan Murphy of SmartTech 247 to discuss the recent cyberattack that caused severe disruption in the world of air travel. How do these attacks happen, does cyber crime pay and what can be done to prevent it?

The NFL is in Town: Meet Minneapolis

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 07:46:00 +0000

Courtney Ries of Meet Minneapolis joins Jess to talk about the excitement of the NFL's arrival into Dublin.

Tech Talk with Jess Kelly

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 07:46:00 +0000

TechTalk@newstalk.com

FULL EPISODE: iPhone 17, Inside Aon and #TheInbox

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 11:46:00 +0000

You can email the show techtalk@newstalk.com

How, when and why are our kids using AI?

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 09:57:00 +0000

Alex Cooney of Cyber Safe Kids joins Jess to talk through the key findings of their annual report and what needs to be done to keep children safe, both on social media and when it comes to AI.

The Story of Apple

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 09:46:00 +0000

As Apple prepares to launch the iPhone 17, Jess takes a look back at the story of Apple.

FULL EPSIODE: Supercars, Elizabeth Holmes, Laptop Buying Guide

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 13:57:00 +0000

You can email the show: TechTalk@newstalk.com

Supercars and Smart Homes

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 09:57:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess to talk about Dundrum Town Centre’s Supercar Weekend and how he is smartening up his home.

Google Pixel 10: What you need to know

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 12:02:00 +0000

Google has unveiled the new Pixel 10 lineup. Jess has the lowdown on what you need to know.

Tech tools to help neurodiverse children

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 11:57:00 +0000

Occupational Therapist Áine O'Dea joins Jess to talk through some of the tech tools that exist to help neurodiverse children.

Unlocking Accessibility: Tech Tips for Parents

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 12:12:00 +0000

Rosie Bissett, CEO of Dyslexia Ireland, joins Jess to talk through the software and apps available to support your child's learning.

Smarter Support: Vodafone’s €10M Move

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 10:30:00 +0000

Ciaran Barrett, Commercial Operations Director at Vodafone Ireland, joins Jess to talk about the company's €10m investment in customer service and the roll AI has to play.

Aer Lingus On The Tech Transformation In Travel

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 12:12:00 +0000

Susanne Carberry, Chief Customer Officer at Aer Lingus, joins Jess to talk about the tech transformation that has occurred in the world of air travel.

Tech Labs: Ireland's Answer to CES

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 12:11:00 +0000

Stuart Dempsey of Tech Labs joins Jess to talk about the live expo, which is taking place in Dublin's RDS on October 19th.

New OnePlus devices and phones of the year so far

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:11:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess to discuss the new OnePlus lineup, and the pair talk through the best phones of 2025 so far.

RIP Blue Screen of Death

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 11:11:00 +0000

Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times joins Jess to talk about the end of Microsoft's Blue Screen of Death.

Building Confidence with Technology

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 11:11:00 +0000

Colin Baker of Back From the Future joins Jess to talk about his upcoming fundraiser in aid of Our Lady's Hospice and Care Services.. Find out more information here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/building-confidence-with-technology-tickets-1487059628379?aff=ebdsshios&utm_experiment=test_share_listing

Should your first car be an EV?

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 11:11:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess to talk through what you need to consider when it comes to buying your first car - particularly if you're thinking of going green.

FULL EPISODE: Online Safety Code, Life after Death and TheInbox

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 11:19:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Alex Cooney of Cyber Safe Kids to look at the Online Safety Code part B. What is it and will it make a difference? We meet the Irish company looking to help with the admin that comes when a loved one passes away and Jess answers your tech questions.

The Next Steps: Managing Life After Death

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 11:11:00 +0000

Colm Kieran of The Next Steps joins Jess to explain how his platform takes the stress out of the admin that comes when someone passes away.

The Accessible Future: What the EAA means for Irish businesses & consumers

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 06:19:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Jo Joyce, Head of Regulatory, IP & Digital and Partner at Taylor Wessing Ireland,to learn more about the European Accessibilty Act.

Keeping It Circular: Refurbed on expanding the circular economy

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 06:16:00 +0000

Pádraig Power of Refurbed joins Jess to talk about the extended life-span of smartphones and expanding their circular economy offering.

Rebooting Tech: Sustainability, Accessibility & AI on Air

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 17:16:00 +0000

This week on Tech Talk Pádraig Power of Refurbed.ie joins Jess to talk about the circular economy in technology. Jo Joyce, Head of Regulatory, IP & Digital and Partner at Taylor Wessing Ireland, explains what the European Accessibilty Act entails. Plus, an AI-clone of Jess takes over.

HomeBot: The Irish robotics company

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 12:22:00 +0000

Jess chats with Clara Mulligan of HomeBot about designing assistive robots for the home and garden.

Tech Recs For The Summer: Zero Latency

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 12:16:00 +0000

Susanna Murphy of Zero Latency joins Jess to talk about their VR offering and summer camps for kids.

ID Buzz: This time it's autonomous

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 06:22:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess to discuss his recent test drive of the autonomous ID Buzz.

DPC on Big Tech fines, doorbell cameras and managing X

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 06:19:00 +0000

Graham Doyle of the Irish Data Protection Commission joins Jess to talk through the annual report and keeping Big Tech in check.

Newstalk Changemaker: Chirp

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 10:25:00 +0000

Rena Maycock of Chirp joins Jess to discuss the company's solution for keeping our children safe online. Chirp was the winner of the Technology category at the Newstalk Changemaker awards, in association with FBD Insurance.

Understanding AI: Why Everyone Needs to Get Involved

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 10:19:00 +0000

Labhaoise Ní Fhaolain joins Jess to discuss the need for AI education and the free course being offered by the Law Society. https://mooc2025.lawsociety.ie/

Billionaire Battleground: Trump vs Musk and the Business Fallout

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 10:27:00 +0000

Stephen O'Leary of Olytico joins Jess to talk about the spat between Elon Musk and Donald Trump, and ask what this means for Musk's businesses.

Nintendo Switch 2: Is it worth the money?

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 10:25:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess to talk through his first impressions of the new Nintendo Switch 2.

FULL EPISODE: Ford's MD, AI educators and #TheInbox

Fri, 30 May 2025 09:27:00 +0000

Lisa Brankin of Ford joins Jess to talk about the new initiatives being launched by the brand to help more drivers get into EVS. We hear how AI Agatha Christie and AI Michael Parkinson are making their stamp on the world, and Jess answers your tech questions.

How Digital Health could transform the HSE

Fri, 23 May 2025 10:10:00 +0000

Professor Martin Curley joins Jess to talk about the transformative power of digital health and how it could transform the HSE.

FULL EPISODE: Digital Health, cameras in your bin & The Inbox

Fri, 23 May 2025 09:10:00 +0000

You can email the show: techtalk@newstalk.com.

FULL EPISODE: S25 Edge, Realtime Recruitment and 3C Global

Thu, 15 May 2025 13:11:00 +0000

Jess chats with Quentin Doran O'Reilly of Samsung about the new S25 Edge, we hear from Realtime Recruitment about the considerations when hiring either side of the Atlantic and 3C Global on doing business out of Monaghan.

What makes Samsung's S25 Edge different?

Thu, 15 May 2025 08:10:00 +0000

Jess is jonied by Quentin Doran O'Reilly of Samsung to talk through the new S25 Edge.

WHOOP's CMO on the new 5.0 and MG devices

Fri, 09 May 2025 10:11:00 +0000

Jess is in Boston as part of Ireland Gateway to Europe and went to WHOOP HQ while there to meet with John Sullivan, WHOOP's CMO, to hear about the new devices.

The reality of Transatlantic business in the era of tariffs

Fri, 09 May 2025 10:11:00 +0000

Aidan McKenna of Enterprise Ireland joins Jess in Boston to discuss the reality of doing business in the era of tariffs and uncertainty. Plus she meets the team behind Ireland Gateway to Europe.

How Canada could benefit from talk of tariffs

Fri, 09 May 2025 10:11:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Deirdre Giblin of the Ireland Canada Business Association to talk about the relationship between the two countries and how Canada could now be a gateway for Irish businesses looking to expand into North America.

Why are Europeans leaving X?

Fri, 02 May 2025 10:11:00 +0000

Emmet Ryan joins Jess to explain why Europeans are leaving X and what this means for the future of the platform.

AI presenters, Mojo Fest and The Inbox

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 13:11:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Glen Mulcahy of Mojo Fest to talk about the upcoming event and how disruptive technology has been to broadcast journalism. We hear about the curious case of the AI radio presenter, and Jess answers your tech questions.

FULL EPISODE: Meta AI, CityWise, Gateway To Europe

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:32:00 +0000

Jess explains how Meta will use your data to train its AI, and how you can opt out. We meet the team at CityWise (citywise.ie) and hear about the 2025 Ireland Gateway To Europe trip.

CityWise: Keeping kids engaged in education

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:22:00 +0000

Jess visited CityWise in West Dublin to meet with Daire and the team. We hear about the work they do and their vision for the future.

Ireland Gateway to Europe 2025

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:11:00 +0000

Jess meets some of the participants of Ireland Gateway to Europe to hear how the timing of the trip could not be better, and the opportunities that exist in Canada.

Switch 2 and new mid-range phones

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 08:32:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess to talk through the Nintendo Switch 2 and some new mid-range phones.

Your guide to buying a family EV

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 09:32:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess with a guide to buying a family EV.

FULL EPISODE: Radio, WHOOP, and Deep Fakes

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 15:32:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Michael Kelly, Chief Executive of Independent Broadcasters Ireland to talk about the present and future of radio. We hear why Whoop is popular with athletes and how legislation aimed at tackling Deep Fakes could be on the way. You can email the show - techtalk@newstalk.com

FULL EPISODE: Amazon.ie and your questions answered

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 10:32:00 +0000

Jess chats with Emmet Ryan about the arrival of Amazon.ie; is it worth moving to? Jess answers your tech questions.

FULL EPISODE: TikTok's teen protections & Tackling disinformation in the AI era

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 08:32:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Professor David Hickton, former U.S. Attorney and Founding Director of the University of Pittsburgh Institute for Cyber Law, Policy, and Security. He talks about his incredible career in tackling misinformation, the opioid crisis and the lessons that tech can learn from the covid pandemic.

We also hear from Valiant Richey, Global Head of Outreach and Partnerships, Trust and Safety at TikTok about the new parental controls on the platform

Former US Attorney David Hickton on tackling disinformation

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 14:32:00 +0000

Professor David Hickton, former U.S. Attorney and Founding Director of the University of Pittsburgh Institute for Cyber Law, Policy, and Security, joins Jess to talk about his incredible career in tackling misinformation, the opioid crisis and the lessons that tech can learn from the covid pandemic.

Inside #MWC25, Talent Summit and Even Realities

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 14:32:00 +0000

John Reilly joins Jess with a rundown from Mobile World Congress. We hear from Bernard Dunne about the life lessons that can be learned from sport and Jess is very excited about new smart glasses.

FULL EPISODE: Grok, Eir's new Wi-Fi 7 and #TheInbox

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 15:32:00 +0000

Killian Ginnity joins Jess to talk about Grok, we hear about Eir's new Wi-Fi 7 and Jess answers your tech questions.

Bond. Amazon's Bond: What next for the franchise?

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 08:52:00 +0000

Emmet Ryan joins Jess to look at Amazon's ownership of the Bond franchise and creative control.

Ford Capri, the EV: What you need to know

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 08:48:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess to talk through the 2025 take on the Ford Capri.

FULL EPISODE: Save on your bills, AI & cyber security, The Inbox

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 08:51:00 +0000

This week Jess is joined by Daragh Cassidy of Bonkers.ie to talk through how you could save more than €500 on your phone bill. Ronan Murphy of SmartTech247 discusses the impact of AI on cybersecurity, and we answer your tech questions.

Here's how to save €500 on your phone bills

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 08:48:00 +0000

Daragh Cassidy of Bonkers.ie joins Jess with some tips that will save you money on your phone, TV and broadband bills.

FULL EPISODE: Amazon, scam texts, DotIE and The Inbox

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 08:51:00 +0000

Lindsay McQuade of AWS, Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times and David Curtin of .IE join Jess on the show this week.

ComReg tackles scam texts and the power of DotIE

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 08:47:00 +0000

Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times joins Jess to explain how ComReg plans to tackle scam texts, plus David Curtin of .IE chats about the power of the Irish domain name.

Amazon's AWS on investing in renewables

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 08:45:00 +0000

Lindsay McQuade of AWS joins Jess to talk about the company's investment in renewables. Jess asks if Amazon is committed to its environmental promises long-term.

WHOOP 101: How to use it and what the data tells you

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Having made the move from a 'traditional wearable' to WHOOP, Jess learns how to understand the data and what key metrics it measures. Briain Curtin of WHOOP joins Jess to explain it all!

FULL EPISODE: WHOOP, Dell and DeepSeek

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 18:00:00 +0000

A very busy show this week! Briain Curtain of WHOOP joins Jess to discuss the screen-free wearable and how to use the data. Jason Ward, MD of Dell Technologies Ireland looks ahead to key tech trends for 2025, plus we throw an eye over the arrival of DeepSeek.

iWish: Encouraging young girls in STEM

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 15:23:00 +0000

Caroline O'Driscoll joins Jess to preview iWish 2025 and to explain the importance of encouraging young girls into STEM.

The new Samsung S25 lineup

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 15:18:00 +0000

Annika Bizon of Samsung joins Jess to talk through the new S25 lineup and the role AI will play in the future of our smartphones.

FULL EPISODE: New Samsung phones, iWish and questions answered

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 14:18:00 +0000

Annika Bizon, of Samsung joins Jess to talk through the new S25 lineup. We hear about the importance of events such as iWish and Jess answers your tech questions.

FULL EPISODE: New phones, iDrive and Biden's legacy

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 11:18:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess to look at new smartphones from Honor, Redmi and Oppo. We hear from the head of connected cars at BMW and Jess looks back at Biden's legacy in terms of tackling big tech.

The flagship killers: New smartphones from Oppo, Redmi and Honor

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 11:15:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess to run through the new devices from Oppo, Redmi and Honor that look set to rival the big players in the smartphone market.

Inside #CES2025 and Zuck's changes to fact-checking

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 11:15:00 +0000

This week's show comes to you from CES 2025 in Las Vegas. Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess with a roundup of the event. We hear from Kuma Bikes about their experience of showcasing at CES and we look at the changes coming to fact-checking on Meta platforms.

The best devices of the year

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:15:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess to talk through the best devices of 2024; from phones and wearables to consoles and foldables.

2024: Good year / bad year for tech?

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 12:58:00 +0000

DC Cahalane, Venture Partner at Sure Valley Ventures joins Jess to look back at the good and bad from the world of tech in 2024.

Spotify Wrapped 2024

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 09:15:00 +0000

Off The Ball's Colm Boohig joins Jess to look back at Spotify Wrapped 2024 and the addition of a new AI podcast.

FULL EPISODE: Spotify Wrapped, EV news, Small Business Shoutouts

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 09:07:00 +0000

You can email the show: techtalk@newstalk.com

FULL EPISODE: Ireland as a gateway to Europe & supporting local businesses

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 09:15:00 +0000

TechTalk@newstalk.com

Supporting small businesses this Christmas

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 08:59:00 +0000

Bríd O'Connell of Guaranteed Irish joins Jess to talk about supporting Irish businesses this Christmas and Jess gives a shoutout to some small companies around the country. If you want to feature, email techtalk@newstalk.com.

PS5 Pro: The review

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 08:50:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess to give his review of the PS5 Pro. What makes it different and when does the extra power kick in?

AI agents: What are they and how will they work?

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 08:45:00 +0000

Glenn Sheridan, Head of Solution Engineering for Salesforce Ireland, joins Jess to talk about AI agents, how they work and the benefits they offer to both the business and the consumer.

FULL EPISODE: PS5 Pro, Vision Ireland, The Inbox

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 13:45:00 +0000

Jess is joined by John Reilly of TheEffect.net to preview the new PS5 Pro. Sean Doran, CTO of Vision Ireland explains how voice-controlled technology benefits those who are visually impaired. We answer your questions as always. Email TechTalk@newstalk.com

FULL EPISODE: Social media & elections and new Microsoft jobs

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 12:45:00 +0000

TechTalk@newstalk.com

The impact of social media on the US Presidential race

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 12:15:00 +0000

Stephen O'Leary of Olytico joins Jess to look at the role social media has played in the US Presidential race so far, and the likely online reaction when the result becomes clear.

Is it time to move to an EV?

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 17:15:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess to preview the live show in the RDS on November 10th, and outlines the questions you need to consider moving to an EV?

FULL EPISODE: Cyber threats, EV basics and your questions answered

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 16:15:00 +0000

You can email the show, techtalk@newstalk.com

Cyber threats in Ireland: What you need to know

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 10:15:00 +0000

Jason Guy - EY Ireland Cybersecurity Partner joins Jess to look at the key trends in the world of cyber security and how you can keep yourself safe.

FULL EPISODE: Online abuse, internal TikTok docs, luxury gifting

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 10:15:00 +0000

Email the show: TechTalk@Newstalk.com

Gary Gannon TD on calling out online abuse

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 10:08:00 +0000

Garry Gannon of the Social Democrats joins Jess to talk about his new campaign that holds up a mirror to those who throw online abuse at politicians.

FULL EPSIODE: Pixel 9, CyberCabs, Refurbed and TheInbox

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 09:08:00 +0000

You can email the show at any stage, TechTalk@Newstalk.com

Google Pixel 9: Phone of the year?

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 09:02:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess to talk through the Google Pixel 9 lineup.

eScooters banned on public transport: Why and will it work?

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 10:02:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Colin Baker to talk about the banning of eScooters on public transport.

SkillStack: Building skills via video

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 10:02:00 +0000

Jess is joined by the founder of SkillStack.ie to talk about building the platform and how learning via video just makes sense.

FULL EPISODE: eScooter bans, phone-free schools and SkillStack

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 09:08:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Colin Baker to talk about the banning of escoooters on public transport, the founder of SkillStack and has a rant about €9m allocated to 'phone-free schools'.

FULL EPISODE: Solar panels, Meta fines and your questions answered

Sat, 28 Sep 2024 01:08:00 +0000

TechTalk@newstalk.com

€91m fine for Meta and increase to YouTube Premium

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 14:06:00 +0000

Emmet Ryan joins Jess to talk through the €91m fine handed down to Meta by the DPC.

Shine on: Your guide to solar panels

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 14:04:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Ciaran Marron of Active8 Solar to talk through the key considerations for solar panels in residential and business settings.

FULL EPISODE: Teen Accounts on Instagram, The Keeper Test and Robotic Dogs

Sat, 21 Sep 2024 11:04:00 +0000

Email the show: TechTalk@newstalk.com

The Keeper Test: How company culture is changing

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 11:04:00 +0000

Paul McArdle, of The Panel and contributor to The Currency, joins Jess to talk about company culture at Big Tech, as workers are called back to offices around the world.

Instagram's Global Director for Public Policy on 'Teen Accounts'

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 08:04:00 +0000

Tara Hopkins, Global Director for Public Policy at Instagram joins Jess to explain how the platform's new 'Teen Accounts' will work and how the platform will catch those who try to trick the system.

Sky Mobile: What's the deal?

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 14:04:00 +0000

Aideen Chambers, Director of Sky Mobile, joins Jess to talk about the launch into the Irish market.

iPhone 16: Apple Minus Intelligence in Ireland?

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 14:01:00 +0000

Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times joins Jess to talk about the new iPhone 16 line up, and explain why Apple Intelligence is not yet scheduled to arrive to Ireland

FULL EPISODE: Smart meters, Bad Blood, Dynamic Pricing

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 09:02:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Ruth Buggie of the SEAI to learn more about smart meters. Cameron Hill and Ciara Treacy review Bad Blood by John Carreyrou. We look back at a turbulent week for Oasis and Ticketmaster.

Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup review

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 09:01:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Cameron Hill and Ciara Treacy to review Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup by John Carreyrou.

Smart Meters: Can they save you money?

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 09:01:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Ruth Buggie of the SEAI to talk about smart meters, how do they work and can they save you money?

FULL EPISODE: Ticketmaster on digital tickets, eBikes and The Inbox

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 14:35:00 +0000

Jess meets the Ticketmaster team at Croke Park to hear how the digital ticketing system works. We hear about the Coldplay show. Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie has the latest news and reviews from the world of EVs and eBikes. We answer your tech questions.

FULL EPISODE: NBP update, BTYSTE and Pixel 9 Pro

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 10:35:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Peter Hendrick of National Broadband Ireland for an update on the rollout of the National Broadband Plan. Mari Cahalane Head of BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition gives some tips for those contemplating taking part and Jess gives her first impressions of the Pixel 9 Pro.

FULL EPISODE: Google Pixel, X Spaces and your questions answer

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 08:35:00 +0000

TechTalk@newstalk.com

X Spaces: Musk and Trump

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 08:35:00 +0000

This week Elon Musk was joined by former President Donald Trump in a live X Spaces. Vish Gain of Silicon Republic joins Jess to look back at what this means for the X brand.

Google Pixel 9: What you need to know

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 07:35:00 +0000

Jess is joined by John Reilly of TheEffect.net to talk through the new Google Pixel devices.

FULL EPISODE: Drones, jelly batteries and inclusivity

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 07:12:00 +0000

We find out the rules and regulations for drone use in Ireland, an Irish innovator explains how he developed a 'jelly battery' and we learn about the inclusion score that could benefit your business.

Drones: The rules, regulations and opportunities

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 06:57:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Fergal McCarthy of Drone Services Ireland to talk through the rules and regulations when it comes to drone use in Ireland.

Irish innovator creates 'jelly battery' inspired by electric eels

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 06:48:00 +0000

Stephen O'Neill joins Jess to explain how he and his team created a 'jelly battery' and how it could be used to treat certain medical conditions.

Inclusion score: More than just box-ticking

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 06:40:00 +0000

Caroline Cummins – Managing Director, Irish Centre For Diversity explains to Jess what the 'inclusion score' is and how it benefits business.

FULL EPISODE: Trump vs Harris, Cúla 4, The Inbox

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 10:57:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Anthony Ha of Tech Crunch to look at what Trump and Harris have said about the tech sector, and which candidate would be better as President for the industry. We hear about he new Cúla4 app and Jess answers your tech questions.

Aip nua Cúla4 and the Irish language

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 10:22:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Karina Feirtéar - Bainisteoir cainéal Cúla4 to talk about their new app.

Harris v Trump: Would a blue or a red President be better for tech?

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 10:15:00 +0000

Anthony Ha, Weekend Editor with Tech Crunch joins Jess to look at the stances of the US Presidential candidates on the tech sector. What would a red or blue win look like for the industry?

FULL EPISODE: EV roundup, Book Club and mass IT outage

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 15:22:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie to talk through the latest news and reviews from the world of EVs. Cameron and Ciara are back for the book club and we talk through the mass IT outage.

Interactive AR: The theatre show encouraging phone use

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 10:22:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Niall Austin, the man behind 7 Deadly Sins to hear how they are using AR in a theatre production .

Unpacked: Head of Samsung Ireland on the new foldable lineup

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 10:02:00 +0000

James Kitto of Samsung joins Jess to talk through the new foldable phones, wearables and buds.

FULL EPISODE: Artists vs AI, Threads a year on and The Inbox

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 11:02:00 +0000

TechTalk@newstalk.com

Arists vs AI: How is AI changing the music industry?

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 10:55:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Tom Dunne to look at the impact of platforms like Udio on the music industry.

The Inbox: What's the best digital notebook?

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 10:52:00 +0000

Jess Kelly answers your tech questions. Email: techtalk@newstalk.com

Threads: One year on

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 10:47:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Killian Ginnity to look back at one year of Threads. Has it revolutionised social media?

eHealth: Transforming Ireland's health service

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 11:03:00 +0000

This week's show comes to you from Maynooth, where the International Digital Health Summer School took place. Jess hears how digital technology has the potential to utterly transform healthcare in Ireland.

FULL EPISODE: Digital news report, AI in HR and The Inbox

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 06:03:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Stephen O'Leary of Olytico to talk through the digital news report published earlier in the week. Linda Hynes examines what the EU AI Act will mean for HR departments and we answer your tech questions.

New phones from Honor, plus gaming news roundup

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 11:03:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess to talk through the new flagship phones from Honor and has a rundown on the latest gaming news.

Apple Intelligence: What's it all about?

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 09:03:00 +0000

Jess looks at the announcements from WWDC this week and takes a closer look at Apple Intelligence.

Meta using your photos to train AI: How to opt out

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 11:03:00 +0000

Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times joins Jess to explain why Meta is using your photos to train AI and how to opt out.

FULL EPISODE: EVs, Garda Body Cams, Mailbag

Sat, 01 Jun 2024 09:03:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie, tech journalist Emmet Ryan and answers your tech questions.

Garda body cams: Good idea / Bad idea?

Sat, 01 Jun 2024 08:59:00 +0000

Emmet Ryan joins Jess to talk about the new pilot programme that sees Gardaí wearing body worn cameras.

Mailbag: Kindle, dumb phones and Sky Stream

Sat, 01 Jun 2024 08:55:00 +0000

Jess answers your tech questions. Email us: TechTalk@newstalk.com

Driving Green: Derek Reilly on the new Mini EV, Hyundai IONIQ 5 N and more

Fri, 31 May 2024 12:55:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie is back with Jess to review some new EV models and answer your questions.

Inside Microsoft's Dream Space

Fri, 24 May 2024 12:55:00 +0000

Jess heads out to Microsoft's Dream Space to meet the young ambassadors teaching their peers and others in their community about STEM and STEAM. We also hear from Amanda Jollife, who leads the programme in Ireland

Advocating for engineers

Fri, 17 May 2024 12:55:00 +0000

Ed Harty, President of Engineers Ireland joins Jess to talk through the important work the organisation does.

Goodbye Huawei, hello Honor

Fri, 17 May 2024 12:47:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess to talk about two new phones from Honor and how this brand could fill the void left behind by Huawei.

FULL EPISODE: Amazon.ie and your questions answered

Fri, 10 May 2024 09:47:00 +0000

Emmet Ryan joins Jess to look at what the arrival of Amazon.ie will mean for consumers and Irish businesses. Jess takes you inside the Amazon fulfillment centre in Dublin and as always, we answer your tech questions.

20 years of Facebook: The Good, The Bad and The Future

Fri, 03 May 2024 13:47:00 +0000

Jess Kelly looks back at 20 years of the social media giant with Colm Boohig and Stephen O'Leary.

(Originally aired in February 2024)

FULL EPISODE: Montai Therapeutics, book club and mailbag

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 15:47:00 +0000

TechTalk@newstalk.com

Montai Therapeutics: Using AI for drug development

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 15:42:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Hok Hei Tam of Monati Therapeutics to hear how the company is using AI to develop new treatments for chronic diseases.

BOOK CLUB: Small Fry by Lisa Brennan Jobs

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 15:36:00 +0000

What was Steve Jobs like as a father? This month's book club pick was Small Fry by Lisa Brennan Jobs. Cameron Hill and Ciara Treacy join Jess to review.

Irish in Austin: Tapping into the tech scene in the Silicon Hills

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 12:36:00 +0000

Jess meets with Sara Hill of Enterprise Ireland, Austin about the tech scene in the city.

Ireland Gateway to Europe

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 12:23:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Robert Mac Giolla Phádraig, CEO and founder of SkillStack about the mission of Ireland Gateway to Europe.

The American Q: Innovation in Austin

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 12:12:00 +0000

Jess is in Austin as part of Ireland Gateway to Europe and met with Marcos Cervantes, founder of Q Branch in Austin. They talk about his learnings from having served in the US Military and supporting startups in the city.

Mailbag: Projectors, affordable phones and podcasts

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 12:12:00 +0000

TechTalk@newstalk.com is the email address if you have any tech questions for Jess.

Running the Mini Marathon

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 12:07:00 +0000

Jess and Kathleen McNamee are running the VHI Women's Mini Marathon in aid of the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre. If you would like to donate you can do so here: https://idonate.ie/newstalkofftheball

Meta's new tools to tackle sextortion

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 12:04:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Alex Cooney of Cyber Safe Kids to discuss the new tools introduced by Meta to tackle sextortion.

FULL EPISODE: Blocking sextortion, running a mini marathon and mailbag

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 11:59:00 +0000

TechTalk@newstalk.com

FULL EPISODE: EV myths, password sharing, mailbag

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 11:36:00 +0000

TechTalk@newstalk.com is the email address if you want to get in touch with the show.

Disney cracking down on password sharing

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 11:24:00 +0000

Emmet Ryan joins Jess to look at Disney's clampdown on password sharing.

EV myth-busting with Derek Reilly

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 11:22:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess to bust some of the common myths that surround EVs in IReland.

Mailbag: What refurbished iPhone should I buy?

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 12:22:00 +0000

Jess answers your tech questions. Email TechTalk@newstalk.com

PTSB Ideal Home Show:BER ratings to Smart Home tech

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 12:22:00 +0000

From improving your BER rating to installing smart tech, Jess talks to Caitríona O'Connor, the director of the PTSB Ideal Home Show to preview what attendees can expect.

FULL EPISODE: AI & Gaming, US VS Apple, Phones for Kids

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 12:22:00 +0000

Get in touch with the show: TechTalk@newstalk.com

US sues Apple: What now?

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 12:15:00 +0000

Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times joins Jess to examine the latest headache facing Apple, this time at the hands of the US Department of Justice.

AI in gaming - How disruptive will it be?

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 12:12:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess to look at the impact AI will have on the world of gaming. Plus, we take a look at the rumours around the PS5 Pro.

FULL EPISODE: Editing photos, EU's AI Act and home CCTV

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 12:12:00 +0000

Email the show: TechTalk@newstalk.com

Editing tips for amateur photographers

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 12:06:00 +0000

Tom Douglas joins Jess to look at the challenges and opportunities that exist when it comes to editing your photos...

Mailbag: A rugged phone and home CCTV

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 10:43:00 +0000

Jess Kelly answers your tech questions. You can get in touch by emailing: TechTalk@newstalk.com.

EU's AI Act: What is it and will it make a difference?

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 09:43:00 +0000

Lawrence Vesey of Sia Partners joins Jess to take a closer look at the EU AI Act and discuss the impact it will have on individuals, businesses and Big Tech.

FULL EPISODE: Virgin Media, TechFoundHer, Pieta House

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 11:43:00 +0000

TechTalk@newstalk.com

Pieta House wants your old Android phones

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 11:39:00 +0000

Cathy Drummond of Pieta House joins Jess to explain how the organisation is in need of old Android phones for the annual Darkness Into Light event.

TechFoundHer Bootcamp 2024

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 11:36:00 +0000

Máirin Murray, founder of TechFoundHer Bootcamp joins Jess to preview the 2024 event and discuss how diversity in technology benefits the entire ecosystem.

Virgin Media's new home entertainment offering

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 11:34:00 +0000

Paul Higgins of Virgin Media joins Jess to talk about the new home entertainment box that fits in the palm of your hand, voice control and price wars.

Wearables: Karl Henry on the metrics that matter

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 12:34:00 +0000

Karl Henry joins Jess to talk about the key metrics to watch for the wearables on your wrist.

FULL EPISODE: Manna, wearables and the mailbag

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 12:34:00 +0000

TechTalk@newstalk.com

Manna drones: The present and future of food delivery

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 12:28:00 +0000

Bobby Healy joins Jess to talk about the ongoing progress at Manna.

FULL EPISODE: EVs in Ireland, Public Shaming Online and Mailbag

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 12:28:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie to talk about the first EV roadshow. Cameron Hill reviews 'So You've Been Publicly Shamed' and we answer your tech questions.

BOOK CLUB: So You've Been Publicly Shamed

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 12:24:00 +0000

Cameron Hill joins Jess to review Jon Ronson's 'So You've Been Publicly Shamed' and to discuss the wider implications of online pile-ons.

Ireland's attitude towards EVs

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 12:22:00 +0000

Derek Reilly joins Jess to look at the key learnings from the sold-out Nevo Electric Vehicle Show.

Mailbag: Phone with a jack, laptops and storage issues

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 07:22:00 +0000

Jess answers your tech questions. You can email techtalk@newstalk.com if you're looking for a device recommendation or need some tech support.

BlueSky: Is it the new Twitter / X?

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 07:22:00 +0000

Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times joins Jess to look at BlueSky and the era of decentralised social media.

FULL EPISODE: Blue Sky, Scam ads, Mailbag

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 13:22:00 +0000

Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times joins Jess to talk about BlueSky, Emmet Ryan discusses scam ads and we answer your tech questions.

FULL EPISODE: Revolut scam, Digital Services Bill, Mailbag

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 12:42:00 +0000

Jess Kelly looks at the Revolut scam that cost one listener €2,000. We get an easy-to-understand explainer on the Digital Services Bill and we answer your tech questions.

Mailbag: Your tech questions answered

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 12:33:00 +0000

Do you have a tech question for Jess? Email techtalk@newstalk.com

Digital Services Bill: Jargon free explainer

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 12:23:00 +0000

What is the Digital Services Bill, how will it impact consumers and will it cause extra headaches for tech firms based in Ireland? Jo Joyce of Taylor Wessing, an international law firm based in Dublin joins Jess to explain what you need to know.

Revolut text scam: What you need to know

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 12:15:00 +0000

Jess explains the new Revolut text scam that is doing the rounds and consumer expert Sinead Ryan talks through the protections that are in place to keep you and your money safe.

FULL EPISODE: Facebook at 20

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 12:15:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Colm Boohig and Stephen O'Leary of Olytico to look back at two decades of Facebook.

Facebook at 20: The fallout and the future

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 11:59:00 +0000

Stephen O'Leary of Olytico joins Jess to look back at the fallout and future of Facebook as the social media giant turns 20.

Facebook at 20: The good old days

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 11:52:00 +0000

As Facebook turns 20, Colm Boohig joins Jess to look back at the fun side of the platform, back in the good old days of the 00s.

Book club: The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 11:52:00 +0000

Ciara and Cameron are back in with Jess for this month's book club.

Next month's book is 'So You've Been Publicly Shamed' by Jon Ronson.

S24 Ultra: Stress-tesing the camera

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 11:42:00 +0000

Photographer Tom Douglas joins Jess to discuss the capabilities of Samsung's new flagship phone.

Zero Day Con: 2024 trends in cybersecurity

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 11:23:00 +0000

CEO of Smarttech247 Raluca Saceanu joins Jess to preview Zero Day Con, which is taking place on March 6th. She talks through the key trends in the world of cybersecurity in 2024.

King of Kong, Man United AI and Apple Watch saga

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 11:57:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Emmet Ryan to talk about the notion of Man United using AI to improve performance, Ciara O'Brien talks about the ongoing issues facing Apple Watch in the US and we get an update on the Billy Mitchell, King of Kong saga.

Samsung's S24 lineup

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 11:55:00 +0000

Jess is joined by the head of MX at Samsung Ireland, Annika Bizon to discuss the new S24 lineup of devices.

Inside the 60th BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 11:55:00 +0000

Jess went along to Dublin's RDS for the 60th BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition. She met with Shay Walsh of BT Ireland and some of the students taking part.

#CES24: Flying cars and cargo EVs

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 11:45:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie is back with Jess to run through the big EV announcements from CES 2024.

Save money on your phone bill and banking this January

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 13:45:00 +0000

Daragh Cassidy of Bonkers.ie joins Jess to talk about the money you could save by moving mobile provider and bank this January.

CES 24 preview, Samsung's new phones, Pornhub vs ID

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 13:15:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess to preview CES 2024, which is taking place next week in Las Vegas. Jess always takes you through the biggest tech stories of the week.

Journalism vs AI: Why the New York Times is suing Open AI

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 13:12:00 +0000

Emmet Ryan joins Jess to look at the case brought by the New York Times against Open AI and Microsoft.

GTA VI: The hype and the wait

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 11:46:00 +0000

John Reilly joins Jess to talk through the GTA VI trailer

Online Safety Commissioner: X will have to comply with Online Safety Code

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 11:34:00 +0000

Jess Kelly is joined by Niamh Hodnett, the Online Safety Commissioner to discuss the updates to the Online Safety Code and how all platforms will have to comply with the rulings of the Commission.

The role of social media in the riots

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 11:34:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Stephen O'Leary to look at the role that social media and messaging platforms played in the Dublin riots last week.

Exclusive: Ticketmaster Ireland MD, Keith English

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 10:34:00 +0000

Jess sits down for an exclusive interview with Keith English, the MD of Ticketmaster Ireland. They look at the impact of the pandemic on the business, virtual queues and supply vs demand.

Spotify Wrapped

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 10:28:00 +0000

Colm Boohig joins Jess to look at Spotify Wrapped. Is it too much data and what's the cringiest song on your most played?

EV Review: Afforable to commercial

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 08:32:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess to look at the latest releases on the EV market in Ireland.

GenAI: How are businesses in Ireland implementing it?

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 08:32:00 +0000

Martin Duffy, Director of Analytics at PWC joins Jess to talk through the findings of the PWC GenAI Business Leaders Survey.

George Hook on being targeted by scammers

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 15:32:00 +0000

George Hook joins Jess to describe how scammers targeted him and attempted to steal €8,000 from his account.

Web Summit 2023: Review

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 15:32:00 +0000

Ciara O'Brien joins Jess to talk about Web Summit 2023.

Gardaí on tackling scam text messages

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 11:32:00 +0000

Jess visits the Garda National Cyber Crime Bureau to meet the team tackling cyber scams and ransomware.

Microsoft's 'Skill Up' AI Programme

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 15:32:00 +0000

Jess headed to Microsoft Ireland's HQ to learn more about the company's AI upskilling initiatives. She chats with James O’Connor, Microsoft Ireland Site Leader and Vice-President Microsoft Global Operations Service Centre and Amanda Joliffe, Dreamspace Lead.

Review: Spiderman 2

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 15:22:00 +0000

John Reilly joins Jess with a full review of Spiderman 2

Mark Pollock on the role of innovation in curing paralysis

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 11:57:00 +0000

Mark Pollock joins Jess to talk about RunInTheDark.org and the group's mission to find a cure for paralysis.

#CyberBreak: The benefits of a digital detox

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 11:55:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Alex Cooney of CyberSafeKids to talk about the group's Cyber Break initiative.

Cilter: Protecting children online

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 11:55:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Rena Maycock of Cilter to hear how the company is working to protect kids in the digital era.

Pixel 8 Pro and Microsoft cleared to buy Activision Blizzard

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 11:50:00 +0000

Jess is joined by John Reilly of TheEffect.net to talk about the new Google Pixel 8 Pro and the latest news on the Microsoft / Activision Blizzard deal.

U2:UV - Inside Sphere in Las Vegas

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 08:50:00 +0000

Jess was in Las Vegas to watch U2 perform at the $2.4 billion venue, Sphere in Las Vegas. She met The Edge, Adam Clayton and show producers.

Book club: Foe by Iain Reid

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 08:50:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Ciara Treacy and Cameron Hill to discuss the first book club pick, Foe by Iain Reid.

Tech Talk with Jess Kelly

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 07:50:00 +0000

TechTalk@newstalk.com

NBI: An update on the National Broadband Plan

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 11:50:00 +0000

Newstalk reporter spoke to Peter Hendrick of NBI at the Ploughing Championships about continued rollout of the National Broadband Plan.

Would you pay for X?

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 11:45:00 +0000

Stephen O'Leary of Olyitico joins Jess to discuss the notion of a paywall on X. Would you pay for it?

US Department of Justice vs Google

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 11:45:00 +0000

Emmet Ryan of the Business Post joins Jess to explain what is happening at the DoJ anti-trust trial against Google.

FULL EPISODE: iPhone 15, Bebo and our book club

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 08:45:00 +0000

Tech Talk with Jess Kelly

iPhone 15: Is it worth upgrading?

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 10:45:00 +0000

Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times joins Jess to look at the new iPhone 15 and answer the all-important question: is it worth the upgrade?

Bebo's legacy: 10 years on from going bust

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 10:15:00 +0000

Colm Boohig joins Jess to look back at the legacy of Bebo. Was it the perfect social media platform, should it make a comeback, and most importantly, who was in your Top 16?

FULL EPISODE: Tech in crime, Mini EV and more

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 10:40:00 +0000

Tech Talk with Jess Kelly

Mini EV and BMW's new 'design concept'

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 10:22:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie is back with Jess to talk through the new Mini EV.

How tech is used in crimes, investigations and trials

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 10:20:00 +0000

Michael O'Toole, Crime and Defence Editor with the Irish Daily Mirror and the Irish Daily Star joins Jess to look at how technology has changed crime and investigations in Ireland. He also co-hosts Shattered Lives with Paul Healy.

FULL EPISODE: Inside Salesforce, shooting the moon, Google at 25

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 08:20:00 +0000

Tech Talk with Jess Kelly

Can you shoot the moon?

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 14:40:00 +0000

Tom Douglas joins Jess to look at the camera kit needed to shoot the perfect picture of the moon.

Inside Salesforce Tower Dublin

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 14:30:00 +0000

Jess pays a visit to the new Salesforce Tower in Dublin to meet with country lead, Carolan Lennon

FULL EPISODE: Gaming news, Book clubs, Digital Services Act

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 06:30:00 +0000

Jess is joined by John Reilly of TheEffect.net to talk through the gaming news.

Ciara Tracey talks about the wholesome side of social media.

We learn more about the Digital Services Act.

What is the Digital Services Act?

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 13:30:00 +0000

Jeanne Kelly and Raymond Sherry of Browne Jacobson Ireland join Jess to explain what you need to know about the DSA.

Online book clubs and Tozi

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 13:13:00 +0000

Ciara Treacy joins Jess to look at the wholesome side of social media; online bookclubs.

Fiona Jennings of the ISPCC tells us about a new app aimed at young people to tackle cyberbullying.

Gamescom 23

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 13:10:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess to look at the news from Gamescom 23.

FULL EPISODE: IRFU, Podcasts and Bank of Ireland

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 13:10:00 +0000

Jess meets the team at the IRFU to hear how they're using technology in training. Colm Boohig pays tribute to Michael Parkinson and lists his favourite podcasts. Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times explains what happened at Bank of Ireland earlier in the week.

What happened at Bank of Ireland?

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 12:10:00 +0000

Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times joins Jess to look back at what exactly happened at Bank of Ireland earlier in the week.

How the IRFU is using drones, 5G and MPNs

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 10:10:00 +0000

Jess meets with Vinny Hammond, Head of Analytics and Innovation at the IRFU to hear about new technology that is being used as part of the Irish rugby team's World Cup prep. Coaches Paul O'Connell and Simon Easterby explain how it impacts the performance of the players.

Parkinson and podcasts: The art of an interview

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 09:10:00 +0000

Colm Boohig joins Jess to talk through his favourite podcasts and look back at the interviewing style of Michael Parkinson.

New Switch, GameStop is gone and Starfield

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 16:10:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess for a gaming news roundup.

EV news roundup

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 13:10:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess with the latest news from the world of EVs.

Head of Samsung on the new foldable phones

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 12:55:00 +0000

Jess is joined by James Kitto of Samsung to talk through the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Fold 5.

FULL EPISODE: Online Safety, AI in the arts and Game Design

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 08:15:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Niamh Hodnett, the Online Safety Commissioner. Colm Boohig of Off The Ball discusses the notion of AI artists. Dr Natalie Culligan of Maynooth University talks about the new Higher Diploma in Game Design.

The Online Safety Commissioner

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 11:55:00 +0000

Niamh Hodnett, the Online Safety Commissioner joins Jess to explain her role and how her team will work to ensure the online world is a less harmful place.

Will AI replace your favourite artists?

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 11:45:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Colm Boohig to talk about the threat AI poses to those working in the arts; from movies and TV to music and comedy.

FULL EPISODE: Supermarket scam, Nothing Phone 2, GAA Go

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 07:55:00 +0000

Jess is joined by a listener named Tara who explains how she was impacted by a sophisticated supermarket scam. Consumer expert Sinéad Ryan offers some advice. Mark Kavanagh reviews the Nothing Phone 2. Emmet Ryan of the Business Post explains the controversy around GAA Go.

GAA Go: The good, the bad, and the practicalities

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 12:55:00 +0000

Emmet Ryan of the Business Post joins Jess to take a closer look at GAA Go.

Wham! on Netflix and the Nothing Phone 2

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 12:47:00 +0000

Jess is joined by John Fardy to talk about the Wham! documentary on Netflix, and some of the other best music documentaries. Mark Kavanagh of The Star reviews the Nothing Phone 2.

The Irish supermarket website scam you need to be aware of

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 12:45:00 +0000

Jess is joined by a listener named Tara, who explains how she fell victim to a sophisticated online scam. Consumer expert, Sinead Ryan, joins Jess to give some sage advice.

FULL EPISODE: Buy a gun from Facebook, Wimbledon & Threads

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 08:10:00 +0000

Jess Kelly talks to Declan Power about firearms in Ireland. She tours Wimbledon with IBM. Ciara Kelly explains why Threads is not available in the EU.

Threads: Is it any good and why isn't it in the EU?

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 11:42:00 +0000

Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times joins Jess to talk about Meta's Threads app.

Wimbledon 23: How AI is being used in tennis

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 11:40:00 +0000

Jess visited Wimbledon to meet members of the IBM team to hear how they are using AI for player insights and match commentary.

Buying a firearm from Facebook

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 11:35:00 +0000

Jess carried out an investigation for Moncrieff to find out how ads for firearms were appearing on Facebook Ireland. The gun arrived into the Newstalk office. Declan Power, Security Analyst joins Jess to talk about guns in Ireland.

Keeping your kids safe online this summer

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 13:35:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Alex Cooney of Cyber Safe Kids to talk about TikTok's new parental tool, and she gives some advice to parents on how to keep their kids safe online over the summer months.

Trend Micro on 20 years of cyber security

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 13:35:00 +0000

Trend Micro recently celebrated 20 years in Cork. As one of the first cyber security firms in the rebel county, William Dalton of Trend Micro joins Jess to look back at the changing trends in the sector over two decades.

DPC on the controversial "Section 26a"

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 13:35:00 +0000

Fleur O'Shea, Head of Legal Affairs at the Irish Data Protection Commission joins Jess to explain the amendment to the "Courts and Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2022".

Generative AI in photogrpahy: Good idea / bad idea?

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 13:35:00 +0000

Tom Douglas joins Jess to talk about Adobe's generative AI and the photographer's considerations when it comes to using it.

eBikes for hire: How do they differ from escooters?

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 10:35:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Aisling Dunne of Bolt to talk about the company's new eBike offering in Bray. They discuss how eBikes are classified versus escooters, and the protections that are in place to prevent them from being discarded carelessly on footpaths.

Elizabeth Holmes: Is there a road to redemption for the former billionaire?

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 10:27:00 +0000

Emmet Ryan joins Jess to talk about the latest in the case against Theranos founder, Elizabeth Holmes, who is now serving 11 years behind bars. Can she make a comeback, and will she pay back those she defrauded?

FULL EPISODE: Zelda, Flip phones, EVs and fundraising

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 07:27:00 +0000

John Reilly, the CMO of Nokia, Derek Reilly, and Children's Health Foundation.

Nokia's CMO on the return of the Flip phone

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 18:22:00 +0000

Jess is joined by the Chief Marketing Officer at HMD Global, the company behind Nokia phones, to talk about the return of the flip phone.

The EV brands you've never heard of

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 17:27:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess to talk through some EV manufacturers that will be making their way onto Irish roads before long.

Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom review

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 07:15:00 +0000

Jess is joined by John Reilly of TheEffect.net to review Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and some of the biggest gaming titles of 2023 so far.

FULL EPISODE: The perks of Three & Dreamspace in Longford

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 15:15:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Elaine Carey of Three Ireland to talk about the company's customer perks; how they decide what rewards to offer customers and how it works from a business point of view. Plus, we head to Longford to meet the people who facilitated the Dreamspace programme in Edgeworthstown, offering kids in the area an introduction to digital education.

A tough week for Meta & future of payments

Fri, 26 May 2023 14:45:00 +0000

Jess looks back on a tough week for Meta; with a hefty fine from the Data Protection Commission and further job cuts. She also speaks with Ed McLaughlin, the CTO of Mastercard about innovations in the world of payments.

Preamble: Visualising data from Africa

Fri, 26 May 2023 14:40:00 +0000

Preamble won the Lion's Den startup competition, hosted by the APNI. Jess chats to the company founder about the importance of creating digestible data.

FULL EPISODE: Scams texts, AI regulation and Nickwatch

Mon, 22 May 2023 07:40:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times to talk about the rise in text-based scams. We hear what the head of Open AI told US Congress last week. The CMO of Nickwatch explains the wearable for kids.

Nickelodeon's smartwatch for kids

Fri, 19 May 2023 11:40:00 +0000

Jess chats with James Soames of NickWatch to hear about the new activity tracker aimed at kids.

Chat GPT's CEO appears before Congress in the US

Fri, 19 May 2023 11:35:00 +0000

Earlier this week the CEO of Open AI, the company behind Chat GPT appeared before Congress in the US to answer questions and advise on the legislating of AI.

Got a scam text? Here's what you need to know

Fri, 19 May 2023 11:32:00 +0000

Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times joins Jess to talk through the types of text scams that are doing the rounds, how they work, and what you should do if you receive one.

FULL EPISODE: RiskGPT, ClubForce, Lion's Den and Inclusive Payments

Mon, 15 May 2023 08:32:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Overhaul to hear how they carry out risk assements for logitstic companies. We meet the Irish company looking to remove the stress of admin from your local sports club and Lizzy Beecham of APNI looks ahead to the final of the Lion's Den startup competition.

Lion's Den Startup Competition

Fri, 12 May 2023 13:02:00 +0000

Lizzy Beecham of APNI joins Jess to talk through the finalists for this year's Lion's Den Startup Competition.

ClubForce: Simplifying Sports Administration

Fri, 12 May 2023 12:33:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Rich Stock of ClubForce, who explains how the platform takes the stress out of sports admin - from attendance to fundraising.

RiskGPT: Using tech to tackle cargo hijacking

Fri, 12 May 2023 12:19:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Dave Broe, COO and Co-Founder of Overhaul to talk about the use of technology to tackle cargo hijackings.

FULL EPISODE: Salesforce, Payments in the Metaverse, and Facial Recognition

Mon, 08 May 2023 08:19:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Carolan Lennon of Salesforce to talk about her move from Eir and the company's new HQ. Ken Moore of Mastercard explains how his team is constantly looking to innovate in the world of payments. Should Gardaí wear facial-recognition-enabled bodycams?

Should Gardaí wear facial recognition-enabled body cams?

Thu, 04 May 2023 17:22:00 +0000

Dr Ciara Bracken Roche of Maynooth University joins Jess to discuss concerns around Gardaí using facial recognition-enabled body cams.

Mastercard's CIO on Fraud, Security and Payments in the Metaverse

Thu, 04 May 2023 17:18:00 +0000

Jess chats with Ken Moore, Chief Innovation Officer at Mastercard about balancing innovation and security, plus what the future of payments will look like in the virtual world.

Carolan Lennon: Salesforce, job cuts and the future of work

Thu, 04 May 2023 17:10:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Carolan Lennon to discuss her move from Eir to Salesforce, the company's new HQ, turbulence in the tech sector, and the future of work.

FULL EPISODE: Music on TikTok, Tech Foundher, Inside the EU

Mon, 01 May 2023 18:45:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Darina Connolly of TikTok to hear how the platform works with artists, Vicky Twomey Lee previews 'Tech Foundher' and we step inside the EU Citizens' Panels.

How EU citizens are shaping the virtual world

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 14:45:00 +0000

Jess went to Brussels to sit in on the EU Citizens' Panel on virtual worlds. She met with the Irish representatives to hear how the system works and what they recommended.

TechFoundHer Bootcamp

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 14:13:00 +0000

TechFoundHer, a new collective for female founders of tech startups, is taking place in the Mansion House on Tuesday, May 2nd, supported by Dublin City Council. Vicky Twomey-Lee joins Jess to preview the event. www.TechFoundHer.com

Behind the Music: TikTok's Head of Label and Artist Partnerships

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 14:02:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Darina Connolly, Head Of Label & Artist Partnerships at TikTok to hear how the platform supports artists and is getting involved in Eurovision 23.

FULL EPISODE: Escooters, Bratz and Irish startups

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 07:40:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Aisling Dunne of Bolt to talk about the status of the legislation that will regulate the use of escooters on Irish roads. Ciara Tracey reviews Bratz: Flaunt Your Fashion. Jenny Melia of Enterprise Ireland looks back on another year of supporting startups.

Enterprise Ireland on supporting startups

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 10:04:00 +0000

Jenny Melia of Enterprise Ireland joins Jess to look back on the success of Irish startups in recent times and discusses the impact of the uncertainty of the tech sector at the moment.

The Switch game you'll never play

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 10:03:00 +0000

Ciara Treacy joins Jess to review Bratz: Flaunt Your Fashion. It's awful, but are there other nostalgic games that are worthy of your time?

How long before shared e-scooters are on our roads?

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 10:02:00 +0000

Aisling Dunne, Head of Public Policy at Bolt joins Jess to look at where Ireland is at in terms of legislating the use of e-scooters.

FULL EPISODE: Twitter & Musk, Revolut's new features

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 06:02:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Stephen O'Leary of Olyitco to talk through the latest twists and turns in the world of Twitter. Daragh Cassidey of Bonkers.ie explains how Revolut compares to traditional banks.

Is Revolut the best option for day-to-day banking?

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 12:02:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Daragh Cassidey of Bonkers.ie to talk through the new 'joint account' feature on Revolut, and discuss how its offering compares to traditional banks.

AI Sophia takes over Tech Talk

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 09:45:00 +0000

Sophia, an AI-generated voice steps into the hot seat to present Tech Talk. Earlier this week the National Cyber Security Centre was tasked with providing guidance for the public when it comes to the use of AI by bad actors. Would you hand over your personal data to Sophia?

Twitter: Media labels, trustworthiness and knee-jerk reactions

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 09:25:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Stephen O'Leary of Olytico to discuss the latest goings on at Twitter; from Elon Musk's BBC interview to the fallout with NPR. What are the short and long-term implications of his actions?

FULL EPISODE: Exploring Digital Audio, Taxi Shortages, and EV Grants: Current Trends and Implications

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 14:25:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie to talk about changes to EV grants. Kieran Harte of Uber Ireland explains what the company is doing to tackle the taxi shortages. Kiela Brodigan of Bauer Media Audio Ireland chats about changing listener habits and the rise of digital audio.

EV Grant Reduction - What You Need to Know

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 12:25:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess to talk about a reduction in EV grants and Revolut's proposed entry into the car insurance market.

GM of Uber Ireland on Tackling Taxi Shortages

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 12:25:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Kieran Harte, General Manager at Uber Ireland to talk about their new 'reserve' feature and how to tackle the taxi shortages in Ireland.

Gaming: The best PSVR 2 titles

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 11:25:00 +0000

John Reilly of TheEffect.net joins Jess to give a rundown of the best VR games for the new PlayStation headset.

Should AI development be paused?

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 11:25:00 +0000

Emmet Ryan of the Business Post joins Jess to discuss Elon Musk's calls for the development of AI to be paused for 6 months.

Nokia on the repairability of their phones

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 11:24:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Lisa Higgins, head of marketing at HMD Global to talk about the right to repair and how you can fix your own Nokia phone.

FULL EPISODE: Increased phone bills, AI for storytelling and U2 doc

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 07:24:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Ciara O'Brien to talk about the 11% increase in some phone bills. Tom Dunne talks about the new U2 doc on Disney+. Dublin Simon Community chat about using AI to tell the stories of those impacted by homelessness.

Is your phone bill going up 11%? Here's what you can do

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 08:24:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Ciara O'Brien to talk about why some operators are increasing phone bills by 11% and what you can do to bring the cost down.

Tom Dunne on U2, streaming services and stage shows

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 08:24:00 +0000

Tom Dunne joins Jess to talk about the new U2 documentary on Disney+, "A Sort of Homecoming". The pair also look at the rise in music docs for newer artists and the U2 residency in Las Vegas.

Dublin Simon Community on using AI to tell the story of those impacted by homelessness

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 08:24:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Dublin Simon Community and BBDO to hear how they have collaborated to use AI to raise awareness of the people impacted by homelessness.

Bionic Gym: Work out without having to move

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 15:45:00 +0000

Jess is joined by the CEO and founder of Bionic Gym, Dr. Louis Crowe to learn more about how the product works.

SVB collapse: What does this mean for Ireland?

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 15:35:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Brian Caulfield of Scale Ireland to look at what happened with Silicon Valley Bank and what it might mean for Irish businesses.

How data is benefitting employee wellbeing

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 12:35:00 +0000

Rachel Fellowes, Chief Wellbeing Officer at Aon joins Jess to talk about data in the world of employee wellbeing and how the world of work is continuing to change.

Ireland's first esports academy

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 12:22:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Steve Daly, CEO and Co-Founder of Wylde Academy in Cork to hear about the new facility and the growth of esports in recent years.

What's going on at Tesla?

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 13:22:00 +0000

Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie joins Jess to look at what is going on at Tesla. The pair talk about the court cases facing the company and the impact of Elon Musk on the price.

ASAI explains the rules around influencer advertising

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 13:22:00 +0000

Is it #Ad or #Spon? What does #AF mean? Orla Twomey of the ASAI joins Jess to talk through the rules around influencer advertising and explain how the group will use AI to police online ads.

CEO of Eir on broadband, customer service and future plans

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 15:22:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Ollie Loomes, CEO of Eir to talk about their landmark week - passing 1 million premises with gigabit fiber broadband.

Air-raid sirens in Ukraine

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 15:22:00 +0000

Sean Moncrieff went to Kyiv ahead of the one-year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. One of the people Sean met whilst there was the director of the municipal security department of the Kyiv administration. He explains how sirens from World War II are used, alongside modern smartphone apps to alert those in the region.

Min. Ossian Smyth on new legislation tackling bad customer service

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 12:22:00 +0000

The Communications Regulations Act is going to offer consumers better protections when it comes to the level of customer service they receive from mobile and broadband providers. Jess spoke with Minister Ossian Smyth about this, the Virgin Media cyber attack, and tackling those scam text messages.

The rise in FemTech

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 06:22:00 +0000

Dr Tanya Mulcahy explains what FemTech is and why we are seeing an increase in the number of companies producing products and services for women.

NewsWhip on raising $13 million funding

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 06:19:00 +0000

CEO of NewsWhip, Paul Quigley joins Jess to talk about securing €13 million in funding and what that investment will enable the business to do next.

PSVR 2 review

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 06:17:00 +0000

Jess is joined by John Reilly of TheEffect.net to talk through their first impressions of the PSVR 2.

FULL EPISODE: PSVR2, NewsWhip and FemTech

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 06:15:00 +0000

Jess is joined by John Reilly of TheEffect.net to talk through their first impressions of the PSVR 2. Paul Quigley, CEO of NewsWhip discusses the company's $13 million funding. Dr Tanya Mulcahy explains the rise of FemTech.

"Parents are on the backfoot" - so what's the solution?

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 10:15:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Alex Cooney of CyberSafeKids to talk through the very real challenges faced by parents navigating their way through the issues that arise when raising children in the digital age. The pair discuss the role of the Online Safety Commissioner and what will be needed to make it a success.

FULL EPISODE: Bard, online safety and Super Bowl Sunday

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 10:15:00 +0000

This week Jess is joined by Ciara O'Brien to talk about Google's AI, Alex Cooney of Cyber Safe Kids and Emmet Ryan of the Business Post.

Google's Bard botches AI demo

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 10:15:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times to look back at the AI demo that knocked 7% off Alphabet's stock price. Was it just a blip or will it have lasting implications for those looking to hang their hats on the future of AI chatbots?

Super Bowl Sunday: Tech, money and trends

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 10:15:00 +0000

Emmet Ryan of the Business Post joins Jess to talk about the money involved in the Super Bowl.

Full episode: Samsung and tech in the National Children's Hospital

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 11:15:00 +0000

This week Jess meets the head of Samsung Ireland to talk about the new S23 lineup, plus she speaks with Children's Health Ireland about the innovation going into the new National Children's Hospital.

Samsung's Ireland boss on the new S23

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 11:15:00 +0000

Jess meets with the head of Samsung Ireland to talk through the new S23 lineup, the S-Pen and the rise in refurbished phones.

E-health records & robot deliveries at the new National Children's Hospital

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 11:15:00 +0000

Jess meets with the CEO and Chief Medical Information Officer at Children's Health Ireland to hear about the digital-first hospital that is due to open late next year.

Cyber security in 23, ComReg and WEEE Ireland

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 10:15:00 +0000

This week is joined by Ronan Murphy of SmartTech247 to look ahead to cyber security trends in 23. ComReg explains the significance of the spectrum. The CEO of WEEE Ireland talks us through what happens to our electrical waste.

Young Scientist, EV trends and Refurbed.ie

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 13:15:00 +0000

This week Jess meets the co-founder of the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition. Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie has all the EV news from CES. We hear about consumer trends when it comes to buying refurbished devices.

CES, Chat GPT and Eir's mobile data

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 08:15:00 +0000

This week Jess is joined by Emmet Ryan to talk about a turbulent week in the world of tech with further job cuts and some interesting innovations being showcased at CES. Fergal Reid, Director of Machine Learning at Intercom explains Chat GPT. Fergal McCann, Director of Mobile Networks at Eir looks at trends in mobile data.

Floreo, EV tips and Christmas Gift Guide

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 13:15:00 +0000

This week on Tech Talk, Jess hears how Floreo is being used in Irish classrooms to help young neurodiverse people. Derek Reilly has some top tips to help your EV in freezing temperatures. We hear from some of Ireland's small businesses and Karcher for our final gift guide!

Inside Amazon, Gaming Gift Guide, Ditching Private Cars

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 15:15:00 +0000

Jess heads inside Amazon's Irish fulfillment centre in Dublin to see how the entire operation works. John Reilly has his annual gaming gift guide. Aisling Dunne of Bolt talks about Ireland's readiness to ditch private vehicles.

Dawn raids and tackling Big Tech: How DPC works

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 11:15:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Tony Delaney, Deputy Commissioner at the Data Protection Commission to hear how the office works. We hear about BitPanda and Kealan Lennon of CleverCards talks about a successful 2022.

Quantum Computing, robotics in surgery and nostalgic games

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 05:15:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Dr. Joe Fitsimons of Horizon Quantum Computing to hear about their plans for a European Expansion with the opening of an Irish office and at least 10 new jobs. We hear how robotics are being embraced in the world of medicine. Ciara Treacy talks about the new Pokemon game and her love of nostalgic video games.

EV Spot, Social Commerce and Fia's Fairies

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 14:15:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie to talk through the latest news in the world of EVs. We hear about All Human's research into shopping habits. The Creative Producer of Fia's Fairies talks about animation in Ireland.

Science Week 2022: What's happening

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 20:15:00 +0000

Niamh Shaw and Catherine McGuiness join Jess to talk about the activities that are taking place as place during Science Week. Science week is taking place from 13th to 20th November with events running right across the country both in-person events and online. For more see SFI.ie

Jobs, blue ticks and gaming news, plus Science Week roundup

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 12:15:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Vish Gain of Silicon Republic to look back at another turbulent week in the world of tech. John Reilly has the gaming news, including a review of God of War Ragnarok. Niamh Shaw and Catherine McGuiness talk through what they're up to for Science Week. Science week is taking place from 13th to 20th November with events running right across the country both in-person events and online. For more see SFI.ie

Twitter job loses, Web Summit and influencers

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 13:15:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Elaine Burke of Silicon Republic to talk through a tough week in the world of tech with job losses at Twitter and Stripe. Charlie Taylor of the Business Post gives his take on Web Summit 22. We hear from Amazon's AWS about supporting startups. Is the era of the influencer over?

Uber, Hertility, Swappie and FizFit

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 06:55:00 +0000

This week Jess chats to the General Manager of Uber in Ireland about the rollout of the taxi service in Limerick. We’ll take a closer look at the environmental impact of buying refurbished vs new and we’ll hear about the tech platform helping women to understand their hormone health.

Tech news, CareBox Collection, An Post & Trade Republic

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 10:55:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Vish Gain of Silicon Republic to talk through the big tech stories of the week. The founder of CareBox Collection talks about growing her business during the pandemic. The Chief Digital and Technology Officer at An Post talks about innovation within the service. The country manager for Trade Republic explains how the platform works.

Insights from the world of HR

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 06:55:00 +0000

Professor David Collings joined Jess Kelly to talk about the lessons HR leaders are continuing to learn in the changing world of work. Irish life health are proud sponsor of the IBEC HR Leadership Summit – at Croke Park on October 20th

Klarna, Microsoft, Cyber crime and HR leadership

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 06:55:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Vish Gain of Silicon Republic to discuss Deliveroo's accepting of Klarna payments. Microsoft Ireland has announced a €3 million investment in its digital education hub, DreamSpace. Jess meets the team. October is Cyber Security Month, Jess meets members of the Garda National Cyber Crime Bureau who are tackling cyber threats everyday. Professor David Collings talks through the lessons HR leaders are continuing to learn about the changing status of work.

Part 2: Tackling Cyber Threats

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 16:55:00 +0000

This is part two of a two-part special. The average cost of a cyber security attack is €4.5 million. The most famous example of an attack of this nature in Ireland is of course the ransomware attack on the HSE last year. The bill from that incident currently stands at around €100 million and that could run as high as €670 million. But who are the teams fighting against cyber-attacks in this country and how ready is Ireland for another one? Jess Kelly went to the National Emergency Coordination Centre to meet with the teams of two bodies that tackle the issue of cybercrime daily – the National Cyber Security Centre and the National Garda Cyber Crime Bureau.

Kinzen / Spotify, Musk / Twitter, new Google devices and more

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 08:55:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Emmet Ryan of the Business Post to talk through the biggest tech stories of the week. As October is Cyber Security Month, Jess chats with the Director of the National Cyber Security Centre. Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times has a rundown on the new devices from Google. We hear about the apprenticeship programme from OpenEir.

Tackling cyber threats: Behind the scenes with the NCSC and GNCCB

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 16:07:00 +0000

This is part one of a two-part special. The average cost of a cyber security attack is €4.5 million. The most famous example of an attack of this nature in Ireland is of course the ransomware attack on the HSE last year. The bill from that incident currently stands at around €100 million and that could run as high as €670 million. But who are the teams fighting against cyber-attacks in this country and how ready is Ireland for another one? Jess Kelly went to the National Emergency Coordination Centre to meet with the teams of two bodies that tackle the issue of cybercrime daily – the National Cyber Security Centre and the National Garda Cyber Crime Bureau.

Energy prices, FitPink and APNI

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 10:17:00 +0000

This week Jess is joined by Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie to talk about the impact of rising energy prices on EV owners. Jenni Timony of FitPink (fitpinkfitness.com) talks about eCommerce in 2022. We hear about an event organised by the African Profession Network in Ireland.

Broadband rollout, agri-innovation and GTA leaks

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 11:17:00 +0000

This week: Jess takes you inside the National Ploughing Championships 2022. We’ll hear from NBI about the broadband rollout, the Kerry Cowboy on TikTok as a tool and some of the Irish start-ups showcasing at the Innovation Arena. As always you can email the show techtalk@newstalk.com.

Entrepreneurship in Austin and New York

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 03:17:00 +0000

Jess travelled to Austin and New York this week as part of the EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat. She met with Jenny Melia of Enterprise Ireland to find out how they support start-ups and John Goodman of Dark Hive to hear about building drones for defence.

L'Oreal's tech incubator, Meta's Creators of Tomorrow and Cyber Safe Kids

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 07:17:00 +0000

This week Jess speaks exclusively with the head of L’Oreal’s Technology Incubator to hear how tech is driving the key trends in the world of beauty. Louise Holmes, Director of Creator Partnerships at Meta EMEA talks about Creators of Tomorrow. And chat to Cyber Safe Kids about their research into children’s exposure to potentially harmful content.

Three Ireland, Nevo.ie and Heineken goes green

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 07:17:00 +0000

On the latest Tech Talk, the CEO of Three Ireland joins us to talk about all-you-can-eat data, the impact of 5G and keeping things affordable. Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie will bust some myths around electric vehicles and we’ll hear how Heineken is going greener at this year’s electric picnic.

Designing Sky Glass and coworking in county Leitrim

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 08:17:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Sky's Global Chief Product Officer to talk about designing the company's new TV, Sky Glass. Plus she heads to Leitrim to hear about co-working and connectivity in the county.

Sky Glass and gaming galore

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 06:17:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times for a chat about their first impressions of the Sky Glass TV set – with one cable and a new interface, is it going to shake up the world of TV? Plus we have gaming galore, with the team behind Ireland’s Gamer Fest and John Reilly of The Effect.net.

Samsung's Foldables, Digital Health Transformation and Currys

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 07:17:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Conor Pierce, Corporate VP for Samsung in the UK and Ireland to talk through the company's new foldable phones. Professor Martin Curley outlines the impact digital health and innovation could have on our health system. Jamie Cantwell from Curry's talks about decluttering your home and back-to-school tech.

Coco's Law, recruitment as a service and NBP update

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 08:17:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Richard Riddett of Schwartz and Vogel to hear about recruitment as a service and talk through the current job-hiring space. Jackie Fox talks about the ongoing impact of Coco's Law. We get an update on the NBP. Jen Speirs explains the GApp.

Tech in the west: Portershed, Joe Smyth and Cyber Pie

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 08:17:00 +0000

This week's show is coming to you from Potershed Bowling Green in Galway. Jess chats to Mary Rodgers about the growth of the innovation hub and meets some of the startups working out of the facility. Joe Smyth of Genesys gives his take on the shifting status of work and why now is a good time to be a startup. Andrea Manning of Cyber Pie stops by with some top tips for cyber security.

GoMo, Cisco and Digital Services Act

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 14:17:00 +0000

Jess is joined by Kealan Donoghue, Director of Mobile, GoMo. The head of Cisco in Ireland joins Jess to talk about the digital development of the country, plus we take a look at the benefits of the Digital Services Act once it comes into play. As always you can email the show techtalk@newstalk.com.

Nothing phone, car subscriptions, Musk vs Twitter and Dublin Maker Festival

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 14:30:00 +0000

What is the Nothing phone and will it shake up the smartphone market? BMW is offering heated seat subscriptions – but is it worth your money? Emmet Ryan has the latest of Musk vs Twitter. Henry McKean experiences some menopausal symptoms in the name of research, and we’ll talk to the organisers of the upcoming Dublin Maker Festival. As always you can email the show, TechTalk@newstalk.com.

PlayStation Plus, Revolut changes and green startups

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Jess is joined by John Reilly of TheEffect.net to talk through the PlayStation Plus offering. Daragh Cassidy of Bonkers.ie explains what changes have occurred at Revolut and what they mean for you. We meet EpiSensor and CameraMatics.

BlackBerry on cybersecurity, gaming news and green startups

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Jess Kelly is joined by Keiron Holyome, VP UK, Ireland and Middle East for BlackBerry Cybersecurity to discuss the reality of cyber threats facing individuals and businesses. John Reilly of TheEffect.net is in for the monthly gaming news. Karen Hennessy, CEO, Real Leaf Farm explains what her business does and the benefits of Bord na Móna's Accelerate Green programme.

Instagram, inside Dublin Tech Summit and Free Now

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Jess chats with the Director of Public Policy at Instagram about their new supervision tools for parents. She heads to Dublin Tech Summit to meet with DC Calahane of Dog Patch Labs and Dorothy Creaven of Rent The Runway. Fiona Brady, Head of Operations at FreeNews joins Jess to talk about going green.

Instagram's new supervision tools for parents

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 10:03:00 +0000

Jess chats with Tara Hopkins, Director of Public Policy, Instagram EMEA about the new tools unveiled by the platform.

Sheryl Sandberg leaves Meta, EU charger changes and TikTok takes on screentime

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Jess Kelly chats to Emmet Ryan of the Business Post about the legacy of Sheryl Sandberg. Dr. Cara Augustenborg explains the environmental benefit of the universal charger changes being introduced within the EU in 2024. We take a closer look at the attempts by TikTok to tackle screentime. The co-founder of The Wine Opener talks about problem-solving, design conception and pandemic delays.

Improving your EV range, Talent Transformation and Laundrie

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 07:00:00 +0000

Is your EV not reaching the advertised range? Derek Reilly of the EV Review Ireland YouTube channel has some tips to help your car go the distance. Breda O’Toole, Head of Talent Transformation and Innovation at IDA Ireland talks about talent transformation and the opportunities to grow within your job. Plus the head of Laundrie explains how they are going green.

Swappie, Patreon and cyber security skills

Fri, 27 May 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Jess is joined by the country lead for Swappie to talk about the benefits of buying a refurbished device. Journalist Aisling Keenan explains why she turned to Patreon to host the content she creates. Professor Donna O'Shea discusses the role Ireland could plan in the future of the cyber security industry.

Leinster Rugby in the Metaverse and Well by Karl Henry

Thu, 19 May 2022 15:40:04 +0000

Jess chats to Kevin Quinn of Leinster Rugby and Eric Chevallet, Head of Immersive Labs at BearingPoint about building a presence in the Metaverse. Karl Henry explains why demystifying wellness is important and Jess reviews the €30 earbuds from his new range at Dunnes.

Cyber attacks, Gaming Subscriptions and VisionR

Fri, 13 May 2022 13:38:18 +0000

One year on from the ransomware attack on the HSE – just how vulnerable is Ireland? Jess Kelly chats to Ronan Murphy of SmartTech 247 and Colin Baker. We hear from the team looking to give bricks and mortar retailers the insight online sellers have had for years. Plus – from ads to subscriptions, John Reilly of TheEffect.net gives us the latest news from the world of gaming.

Smart Meter FAQ, Future Human and MoneyJar

Fri, 06 May 2022 17:13:12 +0000

Jess is joined by Daragh Cassidy, who answers a listener's email about smart meters. Ann O'Dea of Silicon Republic tells us what to expect from Future Human. The CTO of MoneyJar explains how it helps customers manage their money.

Innovation at St. James's Hospital and IA Labs on accessbility

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 11:19:15 +0000

Jess visits the team design innovation team at St. James's Hospital to hear about the work they do. Kyran O'Mahoney, founder of IA Labs explains why digital accessibility makes good business sense. Tom Douglas talks about finding photography and why he chose a camera over his smartphone

Musk and Twitter, what's next for Netflix and a Renault EV

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 16:02:18 +0000

Jess is joined by Stephen O'Leary of Olytico to discuss Elon Musk's potential takeover of Twitter. Ciara O'Brien from the Irish Times explains what's going on with Netflix and Derek Reilly of the EV Review Ireland YouTube Channel takes a Renault EV for a spin. Email: TechTalk@Newstalk.com

'Unicorn' Workhuman on the future of work and how tech helps with talent retention

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 13:32:43 +0000

Jess was in the US last week as part of Ireland Gateway to Europe. She met with Eric Mosely of unicorn 'Workhuman', Amy Spurling of 'Compt' and Jim Kelliher of 'Drift' to hear about the role tech is playing in the current status of work and how it will help with talent retention. Plus the MD of Video of a Service explains what the company does.

Ireland Gateway to Europe: Tech Talk from Boston and Chicago

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 17:57:16 +0000

Jess is in Boston this week as part of Ireland Gateway to Europe. She meets delegates who are flying the Irish flag and looking to attract foreign direct investment into the company.

Theranos trials, Phishing warnings and 50 years of the console

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 15:54:10 +0000

Emmet Ryan of the Business Post on the latest trial of a Theranos executive An Garda Síochana warns of phishing attacks Daryl Hanberry of Deloitte talks about 50 years of the games console Derek Reilly of EV Review Ireland talks through an EV from Skoda

Remote company culture and issues with Gran Turismo 7

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 14:37:40 +0000

Jess chats with Lynne Oldham, who served as Chief People Officer at Zoom before moving to Stash. She talks about building a positive company culture in the post-pandemic working world. Johnny Campbell of Social Talent explains why the foosball table and beer fridge don't hold as much weight as they once did with job seekers. John Reilly explains the controversy surrounding Gran Turismo 7.

Fake News Laws in Russia, Streaming Costs, Seachtain na Gaeilge

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 12:50:29 +0000

Jasper Hamill, freelance journalist on fake news laws in Russia Gordan Hayden discusses price hikes and ads on streaming services Aodhán Ó Dea, Stiúrthóir Forbartha le Conradh na Gaeilge

Big Tech responds to invasion of Ukraine, TikTok under investigation and "Undisruptable"

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 13:25:18 +0000

Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times explains how Big Tech has responded to the invasion of Ukraine Ronan Murphy, SmartTech247 explains what impact a cyberwar could have on the world Alex Cooney of Cyber Safe Kids looks at the investigation into TikTok in the US Aidan McCullen, author of 'Undisruptable' explains what 'permanent reinvention' means

Coworking spaces, DPC on Frances Haugen and VW ID Buzz

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 17:15:32 +0000

Jess takes a tour of The Masony, a coworking space by Iconic Offices. She chats with Graham Doyle of the Data Protection Commission on comments made by Frances Haugen. Plus Derek Reilly gives first impressions of the new VW ID Buzz.

Electronic Patient Records, Bolt and Meta's management

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 16:43:20 +0000

Jess hears how Kainos works with Tallaght University Hospital to deliver E-Patient Records The Head of Policy in Ireland at Bolt explains how we get around our cities will continue to change Emmet Ryan takes a closer look at Nick Clegg's role in Meta

Samsung's S22 and the STEM Passport

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 14:07:36 +0000

Jess chats with Quentin Doran O'Reilly of Samsung about the company's new flagship range and visits a classroom, where secondary school students are engaging with the STEM Passport for Inclusion project. More than 1,000 girls living in underserved communities will get access to the STEM passport here in Ireland thanks to this initiative which is being rolled out by Maynooth University and Microsoft Ireland.

National Broadband Ireland and Director of Public Policy at Instagram

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 11:49:10 +0000

Jess heads out to meet with the team at National Broadband Ireland as they continue the rollout of the national broadband plan. The Director of Public Policy at Instagram discusses the new parent and carer's guide for the platform.

Three's 5G, Meta on Data Privacy and gaming news

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 14:17:39 +0000

Jess chats with the CTO of Three Ireland about the network's 5G speeds. Dan Hayden, Director of Data Strategy at Meta discusses the company's €500,000 investment in data privacy research. John Reilly of TheEffect.net has all the gaming news.

Review: Mini EV

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 15:55:02 +0000

Derek Reilly joins Jess to review the new Mini EV.

ChatSpace, Mini EV and BoomBright

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 12:25:17 +0000

Jess chats to the CEO of ChatSpace about their technology. Derek Reilly of the EV Review Ireland YouTube channel takes the new Mini EV for a spin. The entrepreneur behind BoomBright explains what his device does.

Online Safety Bill, BTYSTE and Gaming PCs

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 15:53:49 +0000

Jess chats with Alex Cooney of CyberSafeKids about the Online Safety and Media Regulation bill. Aoibheann Mangan talks about her project for the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition. Colin Baker explains what you need to know about a gaming PC.

CES 2022, Elizabeth Holmes and the end of BlackBerry

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 16:24:20 +0000

Jess chats to Derek Reilly of the EV Review Ireland YouTube Channel about the key announcements from #CES2022. Emmet Ryan of the Business Post gives a rundown on the latest in the trial of Elizabeth Holmes. Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times talks about the end of BlackBerry.

Inside An Post and Gadgets of the Year

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 13:41:34 +0000

Jess visits An Post's Dublin Parcel Hub to see how tech has transformed how your post arrives at your door. Emmet Ryan talks through the top tech of 2021.

VIV, boost your broadband and gaming gifts

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 14:04:26 +0000

Jess is joined by the team at VIV to learn more about their approach to fitness and wellbeing. Cian O'Mahony, Head of Operations at SIRO explains what you need to know about home connectivity. John Reilly of TheEffect.net talks us through his annual gift guide.

Defence Forces, Get Tech and supply chain issues

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 17:04:29 +0000

Jess meets with members of the Irish Defence Forces to hear about their participation in a NATO cyber security exercise. John Conway of Get Tech explains how the service works. Colin Baker of Back From the Future chats about the supply chain issues this Christmas.

EV news, V Stage and Massage Guns Ireland

Fri, 26 Nov 2021 16:11:56 +0000

Jess Kelly chats to Derek Reilly from the EV Review Ireland YouTube channel about new cars from Kia and Tesla. Brian McDermott of Fuel chats about the company's virtual platform VStage. We hear from the team behind Massage Guns Ireland.

Transforming transport with escooters, TCL and Forza Horizon 5

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 11:02:04 +0000

Jess is joined by Paddy O'Brien from Loco and Charlie Gleeson from Zipp Mobility to discuss how escooters will transform transportation in our cities. TCL's country lead talks about the different brands under the TCL umbrella. John Reilly of TheEffect.net shares his thoughts on Forza Horizon 5.

NewsWhip, Food Marble and Twitter Blue

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 08:39:48 +0000

Jess chats to Paul Quigley of NewsWhip about how their product works. The team from Food Marble explains the science behind their device. Ciara O'Brien from The Irish Times talks about the new Twitter subscription service.

Virgin Media, DropChef and Zero Day Con

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 13:49:36 +0000

Jess is joined by Paul Higgins of Virgin Media to hear about upgrading their network to fibre. Rory Scott, CEO of DropChef explains how the service works and Raluca Saceanu previews next year's Zero Day Con. You can contact the show: techtalk@newstalk.com Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Facebook is Meta, Playstation news, Pixel 6 and Refurbed

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 15:59:24 +0000

Jess looks at the rebrand of Facebook to Meta. Dr Eoin O'Dell discusses upcoming legislation and Emmet Ryan explains what impact it will have on the issues facing the company. John Reilly has news from Playstation and gives some first impressions of the Pixel 6. Jess hears more about Refurbed.ie. Tech Talk highlights how technology affects you, as Jess Kelly decodes the jargon to explain exactly what you need to know, and answer your questions. Every Saturday 5pm-6pm. Techtalk@newstalk.com Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Design Partners, E-scooters and OneSonic Audio

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 13:28:52 +0000

Jess is joined by Cormac Ó Conaire from Design Partners to talk about the projects the company is currently working on. Jonathan Keane explains the progress being made towards legislating for e-scooters and David Cawley of One Sonic Audio tells Jess about the new earbuds. Tech Talk highlights how technology affects you, as Jess Kelly decodes the jargon to explain exactly what you need to know, and answering your questions. Every Saturday 5pm-6pm. Techtalk@newstalk.com Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Bonkers.ie, Animation Ireland and YouTuber kits

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 15:17:33 +0000

Jess Kelly is joined by Daragh Cassidy from Bonkers.ie to talk about digital mobile networks. The Chief Executive of Animation Ireland discusses opportunities within the industry and Capti tells about their YouTuber kits. Tech Talk highlights how technology affects you, as Jess Kelly decodes the jargon to explain exactly what you need to know, and answering your questions. Every Saturday 5pm-6pm. Techtalk@newstalk.com Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Tech Talk with Jess Kelly

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 14:12:57 +0000

Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times on the week that was for Facebook Concept Dairy Alex Cooney of CyberSafeKids Tech Talk highlights how technology affects you, as Jess Kelly decodes the jargon to explain exactly what you need to know, and answering your questions. Every Saturday 5pm-6pm. Techtalk@newstalk.com Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Derek Reilly reviews the BMW iX

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 10:57:34 +0000

Jess is joined by Derek Reilly of the EV Review Ireland YouTube channel to talk about the new BMW flagship.

Acting Director of the National Cyber Security Centre

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 14:13:43 +0000

Jess Kelly sits down with Richard Browne, the acting director of the National Cyber Security Centre about the function of the NCSC and what exactly happened when the HSE was targeted by a ransomware attack earlier this year.

Ticket touts, Olus Education and GaelGoer

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 16:03:06 +0000

Jess chats with Noel Rock about possible technological solutions to fight against ticket touts. The team behind Olus Education explain the importance of digital education. One of the founders of GaelGoer joins Jess to talk about the new app. Tech Talk highlights how technology affects you, as Jess Kelly decodes the jargon to explain exactly what you need to know, and answering your questions. Every Saturday 5pm-6pm. Techtalk@newstalk.com Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

iPhone 13, Chupi and cyber threats

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 14:55:46 +0000

Jess is joined by Emmet Ryan of the Business Post to talk through the new iPhone 13. Chupi Sweetman explains how her team is building tech tools to engage customers. Professor Ciaran Martin, founding CEO of the National Cyber Security Centre in the UK explains the cyber threats we should be aware of. Tech Talk highlights how technology affects you, as Jess Kelly decodes the jargon to explain exactly what you need to know, and answering your questions. Every Saturday 5pm-6pm. Techtalk@newstalk.com Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

COMREG on scam calls, ICCL and Run Angel

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 12:35:34 +0000

Jess chats with Barbara Delaney, ComReg Retail and Consumer Services Director about scam calls and service issues. Dr Johnny Ryan of the ICCL explains 'consent spam'. Founders of Run Angel explain what their device does and where the idea came from. Techtalk@newstalk.com Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

OneSonic Audio, Hyundai Ioniq 5 and gaming news

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 12:56:26 +0000

Jess Kelly brings you the latest news and reviews from the world of tech - examining how it all impacts you. You can contact the show: techtalk@newstalk.com Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Samsung's Head of Product Management, Ghost of Tsushima and Dairymaster

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 14:33:39 +0000

Jess chats with Quentin Doran O'Reilly from Samsung. John Reilly reviews Ghost of Tsushima. We hear about the growing workforce in Dairymaster. Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Samsung's foldables, OnePlus and Diarmuid Gavin

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 14:17:23 +0000

Jess talks through the new Samsung devices - the Z Fold3 and Z Flip3. Mark Kavanagh of the Star explains the OnePlus lineup. Diarmuid Gavin talks through his life in tech. Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

BuyMie, chef Neven Maguire and Wriggle

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 12:49:18 +0000

Jess chats to the CEO of BuyMie about how the business continued to grow during the various lockdowns. Neven Magurie explains how his iPhone became a vital tool in his kitchen. Seán Glynn of Wriggle talks through what parents need to know in terms of tech before the kids return to school. TechTalk@newstalk.com Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Chips shortage, Karl Henry discusses online fitness fads and Kinia

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 15:19:49 +0000

Jess Kelly talks to Ciara O'Brien of The Irish Times about the global chips shortage. Karl Henry talks about his life in tech plus, Marianne Checkley, CEO of Kinia tells Jess about the new organisation. With thanks to THINK. Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Bezos in space, Andrea Gilligan on her life in tech and Bux

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 17:52:06 +0000

Jess Kelly chats to Emmet Ryan about Jeff Bezos thanking Amazon staff for making his mission to space possible. Andrea Gillian talks about her life in tech. We hear about a new app looking to make investing easier. With thanks to THINK. Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Jarlath Regan, EV apps and Hubbcat

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 15:34:39 +0000

Jess Kelly talks to comedian Jarlath Regan about his Life in Technology, Derek Reilly talks EV apps and Niall O'Toole of Hubbcat. With thanks to THINK. Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Online safety bootcamps, the Right to Repair and the new Nintendo console

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 13:03:16 +0000

Jess Kelly talks to Colin Baker about the Right to Repair devices and technical equipment, John Reilly has the latest on the new Nintendo hand held console and Alex Cooney tells us all about the Cybersafe Kids online bootcamp. With thanks to THINK. Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Rural broadband, Disney+, UnifyOrdering and Blaze Pods

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 14:44:35 +0000

Jess Kelly hears from listeners about the reality of their broadband connection in rural Ireland. Sue Murphy explains how you can watch Black Widow from home on Disney+, the CEO of Unify Ordering tells us about his platform and Aisling O'Reilly reviews 'Blaze Pods', from SBSports.co.uk . With thanks to THINK. Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Broadband Plan update, Aimee Connolly and Windows 11

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 14:12:51 +0000

Jess chats to David McCourt of National Broadband Ireland about the progress of the NBP. Aimee Connolly chats about building her brand and the power of online. Ciara O'Brien of the Irish Times talks through the key features of Windows 11. TechTalk@newstalk.com With thanks to THINK. Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Cybersecurity: Protecting what's now and what's next

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 09:22:52 +0000

Jess Kelly is joined by Martin Lee, technical lead of security research at Cisco and Declan Power, Security and Defence Analyst to discuss the many Cybersecurity options available, and which one best suits your business. With thanks to CISCO.

New gaming titles and a deep dive into cybersecurity

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 06:38:15 +0000

John Reilly joins Jess to discuss all the news from E3 2021. Jess is joined by security and defence analyst, Declan Power and Martin Lee of Cisco to discuss the reality of cybersecurity threats, how they could impact you and what you can do about it. With thanks to THINK. Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Harmony OS, Smart Dublin and electrify your classic car

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 13:33:47 +0000

Jess chats to Emmet Ryan of the Business Post about Harmony OS from Huawei. Jamie Cudden from Dublin City Council talks about Smart Cities and Derek Reilly talks about how you can electrify your classic car. TechTalk@newstalk.com. With thanks to THINK. Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Gym+Coffee, getting back to gigs, plus iOS14 and privacy

Fri, 28 May 2021 10:32:13 +0000

Jess chats to one of the co-founders of Gym+Coffee, Steven Douglas (lighting director with The Killers) and Dermot Daly of Tapadoo. You can contact the show: techtalk@newstalk.com With thanks to THINK. Listen and subscribe to Tech Talk with Jess Kelly on Apple Podcasts, Google 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 adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.