Episodes

  • Helen Steele: ‘In 2014, when my investors pulled out, I was broke...  I had also started going down the route of separation, so I was extremely broke’

    Helen Steele: ‘In 2014, when my investors pulled out, I was broke...  I had also started going down the route of separation, so I was extremely broke’
    Nov 5 2025

    Warned at a young age that the art world was unlikely to yield much fortune, Helen Steele nonetheless committed to her dream and adopted a fearless approach that led to success and acclaim. On this episode of Money Talks, she paints a picture of a most vivid life; from dazzling career highs to personal and professional lows, including her struggles with ADHD and marriage separation.

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    Host: Katie Byrne Guest: Helen Steele

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    37 mins
  • ‘My own renovation will cost about €250k’ – quantity surveyor Shay Lally on finding his forever home, and the real cost of renovating

    ‘My own renovation will cost about €250k’ – quantity surveyor Shay Lally on finding his forever home, and the real cost of renovating
    Oct 29 2025
    Renovating a house can be a massive undertaking when it comes to your time, your energy and, of course, your money. So, how do you keep costs down and get things done in an efficient and enjoyable manner? Quantity surveyor Shay Lally of Houses to Restore joins us for a quickfire guide to home renovation, with red flags, hidden costs, available grants, the DIY approach and plenty more on the to-do list. Host: Katie Byrne Guest: Shay Lally The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or recommendation of any investment product.

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    23 mins
  • Rory’s Travel Club: How do you get 250,000 people to pay you €12 per year?

    Rory’s Travel Club: How do you get 250,000 people to pay you €12 per year?
    Oct 22 2025
    In 2019, Rory King started a Facebook page to inspire people to travel more often and save money in the process. It was never meant to explode into a substantial business with 250,000 customers, but here we are. Mr King doesn’t intend to stop there. So, how does he convince so many people to sign up? And what do they get for their money? Host: Katie Byrne Guest: Rory King The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or recommendation of any investment product.

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    30 mins
  • Mortgage overpayment: ‘By overpaying €200 per month, you're repaying your mortgage five years earlier and saving €44,736 in interest’

    Mortgage overpayment: ‘By overpaying €200 per month, you're repaying your mortgage five years earlier and saving €44,736 in interest’
    Oct 15 2025
    Have you ever thought about overpaying your mortgage? It’s not for everyone, but it could rapidly shave years off your mortgage term and ultimately boost your bank balance. Martina Hennessy, CEO of online mortgage broker Doddl.ie, takes us through the dos, the don’ts, and the staggering amount of money you could save on interest. Host: Katie Byrne Guest: Martina Hennessy The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or recommendation of any investment product.

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    22 mins
  • Financial Independence, Retire Early: ‘It took us three years to save €100,000’

    Financial Independence, Retire Early: ‘It took us three years to save €100,000’
    Oct 8 2025
    The ‘FIRE’ movement - ‘Financial Independence, Retire Early’ - dates back to the 1990s and is very much in fashion today among people who want to build a nest egg that allows them to walk away from their career in their 50s, 40s, or even their 30s. Michael Houghton, a major proponent of the movement, explains his journey so far, the key ways to save, and how he built a family portfolio of €700,000 in seven years. Host: Katie Byrne Guest: Michael Houghton The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or recommendation of any investment product.

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    37 mins
  • Budget 2026: What your payslip will look like in January

    Budget 2026: What your payslip will look like in January
    Oct 7 2025

    It’s that time of year again – the budget has landed. What does it mean for you and your bank balance? With last year’s ‘giveaway’ budget firmly consigned to the history books, it’s time to tighten our belts. On this episode of Money Talks, the Irish Independent business team breaks down the winners, the losers and the main headlines from this year’s balance sheet.


    Host: Katie Byrne Guests: Charlie Weston and Sinéad Ryan

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    27 mins
  • 'I went to New York first class. I spent it with the faith that there'd be more money' artist Kevin Sharkey on making almost €5m and losing it all

    'I went to New York first class. I spent it with the faith that there'd be more money' artist Kevin Sharkey on making almost €5m and losing it all
    Oct 1 2025

    At the height of the Celtic Tiger, artist Kevin Sharkey was living a champagne lifestyle, having made almost €5 million from selling his art. When the 2008 economic crash hit Ireland, his fortunes took a sudden turn for the worse. On this episode he talks about his harrowing upbringing, his creative comeback and why he’s still determined to live every day like his last.

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    Host: Katie Byrne. Guest: Kevin Sharkey

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    47 mins
  • Matchmaker Mairead Loughman: ‘I don't split the bill with friends or with family. Never have. So why would you do it on a first date?’

    Matchmaker Mairead Loughman: ‘I don't split the bill with friends or with family. Never have. So why would you do it on a first date?’
    Sep 24 2025

    As a former financial adviser turned professional matchmaker, Mairead Loughman has the inside track on how money matters can impact romantic relationships. On this episode, she talks about financial red flags, how she manages her clients’ money expectations, and why she thinks the biggest financial decision you will ever make is who you decide to have a relationship with.

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    Host: Katie Byrne. Guest: Mairead Loughman

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    37 mins