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SMEs need to approach tendering in a different way to large organisations. Lyndsey Wray, a specialist in SME tendering, shows you how to take on the competition and win more contracts for your business.
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Bid and Research Development

Bid and Research Development

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We are a Bid Writing consultancy looking to spread our knowledge on Tenders and how to succeed in Business. This is hosted by Tim our MD who has years of experience securing contracts and running businesses. Stay Tuned to keep up to date.
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Arvind Lal discusses things about bids, tenders and proposals to help businesses write better bids. We also discuss government opportunities and the best practices for writing bids, tenders and proposals. We will interview experts from various areas related to bids, tenders and proposals to give you insights into the tender process, evaluation and award of contracts.
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On Ireland's most cutting edge current affairs show, Matt and his guests provide a running stream of intelligent opinions and heated debates on the issues that matter most to Irish listeners. You might not always agree, but you'll never want to miss a Word.
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MRU Journalism

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The Calgary Journal is a vibrant team of next generation journalists. Based out of the Mount Royal University Journalism program, we aim to tell the untold stories of what is current, trending, and happening locally. We’re playful, investigative and always accurate in our writing. Follow us on social media @CalgaryJournal.
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The single biggest purchaser of goods and services in the world is the US government. Learn the step by step process of winning government contracts from former procurement officer Lt Col (ret) Richard C. Howard. We cover: sam.gov, Other Transaction Authority (OTA), GSA, government contracting leads, small business, subcontracts, GWACS, sole source contracts, federal certifications including: 8(a), SDVOSB The GovClose Training Program: https://www.govclose.com/sales-certification Get the Gov ...
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Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a high-performance blogger... making a healthy 6- or 7- figure income online, year after year? You're in the right place. I teach people how to grow their blog consistently and with a plan, so they can increase their impact and their income. My unique approach allows bloggers to bid farewell to a dependency on other platforms by building powerful, independent digital footprints. With a focus on simple, actionable steps (as well as tough-love coa ...
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Welcome to Beyond the Hedge where we go in search of the places, people, traditions and tales that make rural Britain extraordinary. Join us as we head out along the backroads to meet publicans, writers, hedgelayers, butchers, poets and keepers of everything from pigs to grey partridges to bees. We explore often-complex and sometimes-thorny themes with the help of real experts – practitioners with their hands in the soil and academics who’ve spent their lives thinking about things like the c ...
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Get the right mortgage so you can build wealth and financial security, whether you’re buying your first home or are an experienced investor. Unlock the secrets and tips you must know to get the best rate and the perfect loan from mortgage expert John Downs from Vellum Mortgage.
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The Bicultural Podcast celebrates cross-cultural identity and gives insight into cultural differences to help you improve business relationships. The Bicultural Podcast is published biweekly and is hosted by Janina Neumann, a bilingual creative, social entrepreneur, and business owner of Janina Neumann Design. Get in touch with Janina from The Bicultural Podcast: [email protected]
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Nightmare Narrations

Nightmare Inc.

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I'm an artist, musician, and have been fascinated with the macabre ever since I was a child sneaking in horror stories at the library while my mom wasn't looking. Having a story read to you has always been one of my favorite things, so I wanted to create my own twisted little corner of macabre appreciation and share the experience with those who enjoy the same. Delve into the Dark with me.
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The Nakba, also known as 'Catastrophe', occurred between 1947 and 1949, and saw 15,000 Palestinians killed and more than 700,000 displaced from their homes by Israel. On Tuesday, Matt was joined by author Fintan Drury to discuss his new book ‘Catastrophe: Nakba II’. The book is an analysis of the oppression that Palestinians have faced for decades,…
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An Irish MEP used AI to write a letter about Gaza which quoted Swedish House Mafia. Why are we seeing more bad behaviour at airports? Should smoking be banned in parks and on beaches? Sarah McGuinness, political correspondent with the Irish Daily Mail, and Dave Hanratty, host of the No Encore podcast, join The Last Word to discuss the week's trendi…
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On Friday, Richard Satchwell was found guilty of the murder of his wife Tina Satchwell in 2017. Ms. Satchwell’s skeletal remains were found in their home in October 2023. Mr. Satchwell had pleaded not guilty to murdering her at Grattan Street, Youghal, Co. Cork in March 2017. Jamie O’Hara, Today FM Court Reporter and Brenda Power, columnist with th…
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Irish company Brightflag, which uses artificial intelligence to help legal firms manage their finances, has been sold. Founded by Ian Nolan and Alex Kelly, it has been sold for €425m cash. Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joined Matt on The Last Word. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the chat.…
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Environmental groups have raised concerns about plans to lower the environmental standards of hundreds of rivers across Ireland. This would mean that over 400 stretches of water would be classified as “heavily modified water bodies” John Gibbons explained the significance of this on Thursday. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the chat.…
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The Trump administration has suspended new visa applications for foreign students to give US embassies around the world more time to vet applicants and also prepare to carry out deeper checks on their social media history. Larry Donnelly, law lecturer at the University of Galway, and Chris Clifford, president of AMLÉ, the union of students in Irela…
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How to Win Government Contracts: Federal Sales Blueprint That Even a 10-Year-Old Can Master (My Kid Did!)"This is the blueprint for winning government contracts" - Former Air Force Lt Col Richard Howard breaks down the exact 4-step federal sales process he used to manage $82 BILLION in contracts. So simple, he taught his own 10-year-old (and his 6-…
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Donald Trump is considering imposing further sanctions on Russia as it continues its large scale attack on Ukraine. The US President's relationship with Russian leader Vladimir Putin appears to have soured with Trump saying that the Russian president has 'gone absolutely crazy'. Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone join The Last Word to discuss Trump's ch…
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Lorraine Keane was one of the first women to break the taboo around discussing perimenopause and menopause in Ireland. She joins The Last Word to discuss why she feels it is so important for women to talk to their family and friends about the changes they are going through. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!…
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The Premier League season concluded on Sunday amid huge celebrations at Anfield after Liverpool were crowned champions. With Arsenal securing their place in next year’s Champions League last weekend, several teams were battling it out to make the final 3 spots. In the end, there were few surprises as Man City, Chelsea and Newcastle all qualified fo…
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Bono: Stories Of Surrender is set for release on Apple TV+ this Friday, May 30th. Directed by Andrew Dominik, the documentary received a seven-minute long standing ovation at the Cannes film festival. Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke talked to Matt on The Last Word on TV & Streaming. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the chat.…
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'La-Z-Boy' recliner among requests for TD's Leinster House office; controversial robot trees are removed from Cork City; and Government signs off on plans to celebrate Ireland's Norman history. Lorcan Nyhan, head of training at the Communications Clinic, and Laura Byrne, voices editor and podcast producer with The Journal.ie, join The Last Word to …
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The latest cost estimate for building Dublin’s Metrolink was approximately €23 billion. However, could that figure now be too low? Work is set to start in 2026, with its completion estimated to be in the mid-2030s. Dr. Sean Sweeney, Programme Director of Metrolink spoke to Matt on The Last Word. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the conver…
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On Wednesday, US President Donald Trump accused South Africa of committing white genocide as the country’s president Cyril Ramaphosa visited the White House. Meanwhile, two Israeli embassy staff were shot dead as they left an event at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington DC on Wednesday night. Marion McKeone and Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at U…
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The Irish Postmasters’ Union has warned that without funding of €15 million per year for the next five years, post offices around the country face “rapid, unrestrained closures”. Ian Guider, Columnist with the Business Post, joined Matt for Wednesday’s business news. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the conversation.…
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Before you spend another dollar on third-party GovCon tools, watch this. SAM.gov has powerful built-in features that most people ignore—but they can completely change how you find and win federal contracts. In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through 3 hidden features in SAM.gov that will: • Automate your market research• Save your searches • Send you …
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Earlier this week, a report by Daft.ie found that the average rent in Ireland has now exceeded €2,000 a month, which is almost 50% higher than it was before the Covid-19 pandemic. This, along with high insurance premiums, increasing TV and broadband prices, and the cost of nights out also rising means that low to mid-range earners have less and les…
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In 2018, author Jeanine Cummins published her novel American Dirt to a fanfare of praise and expectation. It didn't take long for online opinion to turn on the author. The author was accused of cultural appropriation and misrepresentation of Latino cultures. Despite the criticism, American Dirt was a bestseller. Jeanine Cummins spoke to Matt about …
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Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated columnist, and US Correspondent with The Business Post, Marion McKeone, join Matt the go through all the latest in US politics. With Joe Biden being diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer, and the Russia-Ukraine peace talks taking place – this week has been more than eventful in the White House. Liste…
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The All-Ireland Gaelic football championship sprung to life at the weekend as Dublin reminded everyone of their credentials by beating an in-form Galway side by a point at Pearse Stadium, Kerry had a comfortable win against Roscommon, and Cavan earned a superb win over Mayo in MacHale Park to put Kevin McStay’s side on the back foot for their remai…
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Joe O’Shea, Editor at Cork Beo, and Today FM’s own Alison Healy are here to give all the latest in this week’s TV and Streaming news. A curious Eurovision saw Ireland gave Israel the maximum 12 points in Eurovision semi-final and 10 points in the final, raising some eyebrows in the country. Everybody’s talking about the Netflix documentary covering…
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New figures released by the Banking and Payments Federation Ireland have shown that in the final quarter of 2024, almost €200m was borrowed to fund car purchases. Loans for home improvement projects also hit highs never seen before. However, given the current economic climate, should borrowers exercise more caution when deciding to take out a loan?…
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If you're submitting government proposals in 2025, this Government Contract Proposal Checklist could be the difference between winning and losing. In this exclusive interview, GovClose graduate Desmond Daniels breaks down the 5 biggest mistakes companies make on federal RFPs — and how to avoid them. Whether you're new to government contracting or l…
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People who live near golf courses are more likely to develop Parkinson’s disease, due to pesticides used on the lawns. That’s according to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, which looked at data from 27 counties in Wisconsin and Minnesota. John Gibbons joined Matt for Thursday’s environment slot. Hit the ‘Play’ bu…
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Most people think the only way to get a government contracting job is by applying online. But that’s exactly why they never hear back.In this video, former DoD acquisitions officer Richard C. Howard reveals a step-by-step strategy for how to get a government contracting job in 2025 — without filling out a single application. Get My Free Training On…
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Goldman Sachs’s is considering launching its online retail bank Marcus in Ireland, a move that could give Wall Street access to billions of euros in deposits from domestic households. Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss how the banking giant could shake up the Irish market and more of the latest business new…
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A new report from UNICEF has found that Irish teenagers are among the least happy in high-income countries despite leading in academic performance. Aibhlín O’Leary, head of advocacy with UNICEF, and Dr Colman Noctor, child and adolescent psychotherapist, join The Last Word to discuss why teenagers in Ireland are less happy and what can be done to h…
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A survey by Laya Life has found that raising a child in Ireland now costs €15,000 per year, which is an increase of almost 40% in the last 10 years. The first year of the child’s life and teen years have been found to be the most expensive, with the cost of pocket money increasing by 86% since 2015 to an average of €1,196 per year. Charlie Weston, …
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US President Donald Trump has claimed it would be "stupid" not to accept the gift of a free Qatari plane, described as a "palace in the sky", to replace Air Force One. There has been much criticism of Trump's plan to accept the gift, even amongst his MAGA supporters. Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone join The Last Word to discuss this and more of the l…
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Jacqueline Connolly, author of Deadly Silence, joins The Last Word to talk about her quest for justice for her sister Clodagh Hawe and her three nephews who were murdered by Alan Hawe in 2016. She explained why she wants the review into the investigation of their murders to be published. Listen back to the full conversation by pressing the 'Play' b…
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The Vintners Federation of Ireland is calling on the government to introduce a 40% tax rebate in excise on pints of draught beer sold in pubs. The association said the move would be helpful for rural pubs who are struggling with increasing costs. Pat Crotty, Chief Executive of the Vintners Federation of Ireland and Sheila Gilheany, Chief Executive …
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The future of the provincial football finals has been a source of debate in recent years due to Dublin’s dominance in Leinster and Kerry’s in Munster. But after Donegal won back-to-back Ulster titles and Louth were crowned Leinster champions for the first time in 68 years, along with a hugely entertaining Connacht final between Mayo and Galway last…
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Earlier this year, Samantha Cookes was sentenced to three years in prison for multiple counts of theft and deception. She was found to have posed under numerous fake identities and convinced people she was a victim of discrimination due to her diagnosis of Huntington’s disease. ‘Bad Nanny’, a new two-part documentary on RTÉ One, hears from victims …
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Leo XIV becomes the first North American pope; RTÉ demands 'discussion' on Israel's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest; and Tánaiste Simon Harris calls for a social media ban for children under the age of 16. Joe O’Shea, editor of Cork Beo, and Jennifer Horgan, Irish Examiner Columnist and secondary school teacher, join The Last Word to d…
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More families are now buying own-brand products and shopping in discount stores in order to reduce the costs of the weekly grocery shop. According to figures from EY, more than half of Irish households said that price is a significant factor when deciding what to buy, and nearly half said that they use discount stores to reduce spending. Charlie We…
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‘Zombie’ traffic lights are to be installed on Tara Street in Dublin City in a bid to get people who are distracted by looking at their mobile phones to pay attention to oncoming traffic. Is this a good idea, or an indication that we’ve become too dependent on our devices? Adrian Weckler, Tech Editor at the Irish & Sunday Independent and Aoife Barr…
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RTÉ has asked the European Broadcasting Union for a discussion on Israel's inclusion in the Eurovision Song Contest that takes place later this month due to the ongoing war in Gaza. Johnny Fallon, strategy director at Carr Communications and Eurovision enthusiast, joins The Last Word to discuss the likelihood of Israel being excluded from the conte…
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GovClose is the fastest way to break into federal sales — or scale it. Whether you're starting out or already selling, our certification gives you the system, tools, and training to win contracts now.Start here: ⁠https://www.govclose.com/sales-certification⁠ The federal government is about to enforce CMMC at scale, and most businesses aren't ready.…
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