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.The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation of any investment product Host: Katie Byrne | Guest: Michael Houghton (The Irish Fire Podcast)

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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.

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To discuss the financial aspects of hosting or attending a wedding in 2026, Katie Byrne is joined by Irish Independent features journalist Kirsty Blake Knox and One Fab Day head of content Ciara Elliott.

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Host: Katie Byrne | Guests: Kirsty Blake Knox and Ciara Elliott

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Whatever your preferences, and whether you like it or not, what you drive tells the world about who you are.

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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.

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Katie Byrne is joined by Alpha Wealth’s Nick Charalambous to discuss why even smart people lose money on cars – and why focusing on getting “bang for your buck” should never mean driving a banger.

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