Episodes

  • “The forehead doesn’t age on its own”: Liz Dwyer on a holistic approach to Botox budgeting

    “The forehead doesn’t age on its own”: Liz Dwyer on a holistic approach to Botox budgeting
    Feb 11 2026
    Liz Dwyer is a familiar face to those interested in Ireland’s aesthetic economy, and hers is also a face that’s no stranger to a needle, a nip or tweakment. It’s all in pursuit of knowledge for the Future Beauty Show, an annual event co-founded by Dwyer and her sister Nikki. Their goal? To educate Irish consumers on the cost and effectiveness of treatments offered by Ireland’s ever-growing cosmetic industry. Host: Katie Byrne | Guest: Liz Dwyer of the Future Beauty Show The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation of any investment product.

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    21 mins
  • ‘The day we got back to zero was one of the best days of my life’ – Kel Galavan on climbing out of negative equity and learning to invest

    ‘The day we got back to zero was one of the best days of my life’ – Kel Galavan on climbing out of negative equity and learning to invest
    Feb 4 2026
    Today, Kel Galavan is a popular money coach and author, but 10 years ago, her financial situation was far from perfect. Having climbed out of negative equity and saved over €27,000 during a no-spend year, Ms Galavan is living proof we can overcome even the most trying financial situations. She also knows a thing or two about investing and the rookie mistakes that beginner investors tend to make. But what is it about our own specific Irish nature that affects our relationship with investing? Host: Katie Byrne | Guest: Kel Galavan, aka Mrs Smart Money The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation of any investment product

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    30 mins
  • “ Nothing grows in the comfort zone”: Dan Malone on making your savings work for you

    “ Nothing grows in the comfort zone”: Dan Malone on making your savings work for you
    Jan 28 2026
    Interest rates in Irish legacy banks aren't particularly enticing for savers, so are there other avenues that will get you more bang for your buck? Dan Malone is a regular contributor to Indo Money, a qualified financial adviser and accountant and he has just launched Honest.ie. He’s here to tell us how and why we need to pay attention to financial literacy. His goal is to offer unbiased advice on savings and investments in Ireland and to improve on the generally poor levels of financial literacy he sees here. Host: Katie Byrne | Guest: Dan Malone of Honest.ie The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation of any investment product

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    28 mins
  • ‘I start saving in February for next Christmas’: Irish Budgeting Mammy on her savings journey

    ‘I start saving in February for next Christmas’: Irish Budgeting Mammy on her savings journey
    Jan 21 2026

    We’re into the January crunch now, and chances are you’re counting the days, hours and minutes until payday. It’s a familiar problem, but does it always have to be like this? When it comes to hard times, Ann-Marie Gaynor walked the walk before she talked the talk. You may recognise her by her online “Irish Budgeting Mammy” handle, where she teaches others how to take control of their finances. On this episode, she takes us through her savings journey.


    Host: Katie Byrne Guest: Ann-Marie Gaynor


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    25 mins
  • “Forget loyalty”: How you could save thousands by switching your service providers

    “Forget loyalty”: How you could save thousands by switching your service providers
    Jan 14 2026

    We often hear that switching to a different service provider can save you hundreds, if not thousands. And yet, many people are reluctant to make the move. Is it the effort? The research required? The mere thought of it? Or are we just stubbornly set in our ways? On this episode of Money Talks, we look at how to go about making the big switch.

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    Host: Katie Byrne. Guests: Charlie Weston and Sinéad Ryan

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    36 mins
  • ‘If you can’t afford to buy it twice, you can’t afford to buy it’: Getting to grips with debt in 2026

    ‘If you can’t afford to buy it twice, you can’t afford to buy it’: Getting to grips with debt in 2026
    Jan 7 2026
    As the new year gets underway, how do we get our heads together and manage our money, particularly if we find ourselves in a state of difficult debt? Not to mention all the natural anxieties that accompany it. On this episode, we look at one person’s tricky experience with debt and examine how it speaks to universal issues, learning curves and the argument that if you can’t afford to buy it twice, you can’t afford it at all. Host: Katie Byrne Guest: Eoin McGee The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation of any investment product

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    26 mins
  • “Get uncomfortable with it”: How to conquer your new year money resolutions

    “Get uncomfortable with it”: How to conquer your new year money resolutions
    Dec 31 2025
    It’s that time of year again, in that it’s time for a brand-new year and all the guaranteed positive life changes that will definitely come with it. Even if you don’t believe in the concept of calendar-bound resolutions, it’s human nature to try and get our house in order. So, what does that mean for your bank balance? When is the best time to start properly looking at your finances? And are fewer takeaway coffees really the answer? Host: Katie Byrne Guest: Cian Carolan The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation of any investment product

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    28 mins
  • ‘Fairytale of New York’ and the commerce of Christmas songs – how much money do they make?

    ‘Fairytale of New York’ and the commerce of Christmas songs – how much money do they make?
    Dec 24 2025

    Merry Xmas Everybody, Fairytale of New York, and of course Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas is You - genuinely iconic Christmas songs, all, but how much cash do they rake in, who gets the money and why have we not had any newly profitable festive smashes in recent years? Host: Katie Byrne Guest: John Meagher


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    20 mins