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Money Talks

Money Talks

Irish Independent 52 Episodes Jul 22, 2026

Money Talks is a podcast from the Irish Independent hosted by Katie Byrne, focusing on our relationship with money. Each week, guests share anecdotes, advice, and admissions about their finances, covering the good, bad, and ugly. New episodes are released on Wednesdays.

Episodes

Destination anywhere – Pól Ó Conghaile on making the most of your holiday budget
Destination anywhere – Pól Ó Conghaile on making the most of your holiday budget Jul 22, 2026 1344 In previous years, by the time we reached this point in the summer season, you'd probably have been jetting off on a holiday booked many months ago. But recent surveys suggest that 2026 holidaymakers are holding out for a bargain.  Regardless of which school you fall into, Irish Independent travel editor Pól Ó Conghaile has plenty of suggestions for how you can make the most of your holiday b
Could shifting your money mindset unlock your earning power?
Could shifting your money mindset unlock your earning power? Jul 15, 2026 1580 Throughout our lives there’s one relationship that we invariably come back to time and again. It impacts our family life, our professional life and, very often, our romantic outlook. Whatever angle you look at it from, how you feel about money could be one of the most defining relationships of your life. Loretta Kennedy, an accredited Trauma of Money practitioner, joins Katie Byrne to unpack the
Robert Whelan on how to build your first €10k
Robert Whelan on how to build your first €10k Jul 8, 2026 1307 For many people, hearing about investment portfolios or wealth generators can seem all too hypothetical.  It’d be a nice thing to have if I had the funds to do it.  On this episode of Money Talks, Katie Byrne is joined again by Robert Whelan, managing director of Rockwell Financial, to share his expert advice on how to build your first €10k, including what the common mistakes are, the
How a mid-year financial reset could save you thousands
How a mid-year financial reset could save you thousands Jul 1, 2026 1671 You may not realise it, but this is the week when we officially pass the halfway point of the year. While your New Year's Eve resolutions might be a distant memory, it’s not too late to get things back on track with a mid-year financial reset. Katie Byrne is joined by Michael Houghton, host of The Irish Fire Podcast, to review the 11 steps you need to take to stay on track for the rest of the year
€100, €200 or nothing at all – what wedding guests are gifting in 2026
€100, €200 or nothing at all – what wedding guests are gifting in 2026 Jun 24, 2026 1480 We’re entering that time of year where many people are likely to have a wedding (or two) on the horizon. Whether you’re one half of the happy couple, planning a speech for the reception or just dusting off your dancing shoes as a guest, it's good to understand the costs involved. ­ To discuss the financial aspects of hosting or attending a wedding in 2026, Katie Byrne is joined by Irish Independen
How even savvy spenders lose money on cars
How even savvy spenders lose money on cars Jun 17, 2026 1644 Whatever your preferences, and whether you like it or not, what you drive tells the world about who you are. ­ Maybe you value speed over comfort or require an SUV the size of a small school bus… Well, regardless of your needs, chances are you’ve made a few mistakes when purchasing your car. ­ Katie Byrne is joined by Alpha Wealth’s Nick Charalambous to discuss why even smart people lose money on
Nine life-changing financial decisions hiding in plain sight
Nine life-changing financial decisions hiding in plain sight Jun 10, 2026 1888 We make financial decisions day in, day out. The items we buy, the money we save, the goals we set... It can be easy to forget, however, that some of the biggest life-changing money decisions might be hiding in plain sight. But what are they? And how do you make clear-eyed choices while listening to your head and your heart? Kel Galavan joins host Katie Byrne to unpack all this and more. Host:
Financial abuse - how to spot the red flags
Financial abuse - how to spot the red flags Jun 3, 2026 1432 Over the last few years, awareness of financial abuse has grown, particularly when it concerns a romantic partner. But are you aware of the red flags that might indicate you or someone you know are being abused? And do you know who to speak to if things go awry? ­ Katie Byrne is joined by expert Melissa Boyle for a discussion about the various forms financial abuse can take – and the sometimes sub
How the Puglia Paddys swapped a €3000 a month mortgage for an €86k home in Italy
How the Puglia Paddys swapped a €3000 a month mortgage for an €86k home in Italy May 27, 2026 1535 With every summer holiday, there’s an almost inevitable routine of boarding a plane to a sun-drenched destination and then wondering: could I just stay? This week’s Money Talks guest has done just that. As one-half of the Puglia Paddys, John Nolan and his partner have swapped life in Nurney, Co Kildare, for Osteria in Italy. ­ Host: Katie Byrne | Guest: John Nolan (Puglia Paddys) ­ The content of
How to build wealth on an average salary
How to build wealth on an average salary May 20, 2026 1406 In today’s economy, it can sometimes feel like the gap between those earning enough to save and invest for the future and those who are just earning enough to get by is growing ever bigger. But the key to building wealth isn’t just earning more. Katie Byrne chats to investment adviser Sjoerd Bak to uncover the money habits that can help you build wealth on an average salary. Host: Katie Byrne | Gu
I made AI my financial therapist. Is it saving me any money?
I made AI my financial therapist. Is it saving me any money? May 13, 2026 1477  In a short time, more and more people have become very comfortable handing over the (various) reins of their lives to AI. Perhaps they use it for a work pitch, a fitness regime or even a wedding speech. But what about their money? Indo Money journalist Saoirse Hanley tells host Katie Byrne about using AI as a financial therapist.  Host: Katie Byrne | Guest: Saoirse Hanley The content of th
Tax tips that could save you thousands, with Alan Purcell of CloudAccount
Tax tips that could save you thousands, with Alan Purcell of CloudAccount May 6, 2026 1591 Recent figures from Revenue show that the average refund issued this year was €1,000, yet thousands of workers still aren’t claiming the money that they’re owed. Katie Byrne is joined by Alan Purcell of CloudAccounts to give you a sense of what you might be entitled to, just how easy it is to claim, and what you might have missed.   Host: Katie Byrne | Guest: Alan Purcell (CloudAccounts)   See omn

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