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Money Talks

Irish Independent•www.independent.ie
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This is Money Talks - a podcast from the Irish Independent hosted by Katie Byrne, focused on our relationship with money - from the first time we discovered it right up to how we spend it today. Each week, you’ll hear anecdotes, advice, and eyebrow-raising admissions from Katie's guests as they delve into their finances and how it impacts their lives – the good, the bad, and the ugly. So, if that sounds like a show worth investing in, you can follow Money Talks wherever you get your podcasts... new episodes land on Wednesdays.
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‘I built a tiny house for €30k to escape the rat race – now I can live on €50 a week, easy’

Tired of the Dublin rat race, Paul Lawford quit his job, sold his material goods, and set about downsizing – literally. Having built himself a tiny house, Paul now runs Small Change, “a radical, sustainable and affordable approach to traditional housing”. Does it work? How much does it cost? And how much money could you save? Host: Katie Byrne Guest: Paul Lawford See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 13, 2025•37 min

‘I made €247,000 in tennis... so not a lot': Conor Niland on the true cost of competitive sport

At the peak of his tennis career, Conor Niland was ranked 129th in the world. Today, he’s an award-winning author and works in commercial property. On this episode of Money Talks, he brings us behind the scenes of the extremely competitive – and lucrative – sport of tennis, and the challenges that came with adapting to a more conventional nine-to-five. Host: Katie Byrne Guest: Conor Niland See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 06, 2025•38 min

Sonya Lennon: ‘I stood in a pharmacy and cried because I didn’t have €7.99 to pay for a foot exfoliator’

Fashion icon, business leader and social entrepreneur Sonya Lennon is the latest guest to grace the Money Talks studio. On this episode, she discusses the difficulties of making it in business, the cultural awkwardness of talking about money with friends, and her love of the simple things in life. Host: Katie Byrne Guest: Sonya Lennon The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or recommendation of any investment product. See omnystudio.com/l...

Jul 30, 2025•45 min

'When Dad left, there was no money' - Chupi Sweetman on the impact of her dad's affair with her mum's sister

Chupi Sweetman, founder of bespoke jewellery brand Chupi, sits down in the Money Talks studio to discuss how childhood shaped her view of wealth, the importance of promoting women in business, how her entrepreneurial streak kicked in at a young age, and why success isn’t always what it seems. Host: Katie Byrne Guest: Chupi Sweetman The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or recommendation of any investment product. See omnystudio.com/list...

Jul 23, 2025•46 min

Fionnuala Jones: “I really don't panic about things that I probably should be panicking about”

Broadcaster, podcaster, journalist, and all-round online content creator – Fionnuala Jones is regularly booked and busy in today’s media landscape. On this episode of Money Talks, she takes us through her off-the-cuff guide to second-hand shopping, the precarious nature of the influencer industry, and the joys – and challenges – of getting on the property market at a young age. ­ Host: Katie Byrne Guest: Fionnuala Jones ­ The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not const...

Jul 16, 2025•44 min

Colm O’Regan: “I worked as a human scarecrow for six weeks”

Celebrated writer, broadcaster and stand-up comedian Colm O’Regan goes under the monetary microscope as he discusses the strangest job he’s ever had, some of the unique payments he’s received in comedy over the years, and what it’s really like out there for a best-selling author. Host: Katie Byrne. Guest: Colm O’Regan The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or recommendation of any investment product. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

Jul 09, 2025•52 min

Jenny Claffey: “Affording something doesn’t mean you have the money in your bank account”

Formerly of runaway success It Galz, Jenny Claffey now hosts Red Room, a true crime podcast that digs deep into strange, unsolved mysteries. On this episode, Claffey explains how redundancy led her to become a self-made entrepreneur in the digital space, the highs and lows of podcasting revenue, her spending obsessions and apprehensions, how to build an online community, and the financial advice that still pays off today. Host: Katie Byrne Guest: Jenny Claffey See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

Jul 02, 2025•45 min

Rob Lipsett: ‘You can spend €20,000 on a bottle of champagne but it’s also easy to live the normal Spanish life’

Known for his intense approach to fitness, Rob Lipsett has been building not just his body, but also a dedicated personal and professional brand. On this episode of Money Talks, he discusses early jobs, committing to YouTube, the business benefits of appearing on Love Island, and the cost of “Villa Lipsett” in Marbella. Host: Katie Byrne Guest: Rob Lipsett The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or recommendation of any investment product...

Jun 25, 2025•42 min

My daughter is 22, I can’t see her buying in Ireland anytime soon: Lorraine Keane on buying a house at 20

Welcome to the debut episode of Money Talks, a new lifestyle show from the Irish Independent where our relationship with money goes under the spotlight. First up, broadcaster and entrepreneur Lorraine Keane joins host Katie Byrne to talk about buying her first home in Foxrock at 20 and why she’s happy to be a spender rather than a saver. Host: Katie Byrne Guest: Lorraine Keane See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 18, 2025•38 min

Money Talks: Introduction

This is Money Talks - a podcast from the Irish Independent hosted by Katie Byrne, focused on our relationship with money - from the first time we discovered it right up to how we spend it today. Each week, you’ll hear anecdotes, advice, and eyebrow-raising admissions from Katie's guests as they delve into their finances and how it impacts their lives – the good, the bad, and the ugly. So, if that sounds like a show worth investing in, you can follow Money Talks wherever you get your podcasts... ...

Jun 16, 2025•2 min
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