Money Talks

Nine life-changing financial decisions hiding in plain sight

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: Katie Byrne | Guest: Kel Galavan (Author and expert) The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation of any investment product  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Financial abuse - how to spot the red flags

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 subtle signs to look out for. ­ Host: Katie Byrne | Guest: Melissa Boyle ­ The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation of any investment product ­ We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalism [https://www.independent.ie/service/our-journalism/a/98708550.html] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

How the Puglia Paddys swapped a €3000 a month mortgage for an €86k home in Italy

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 [https://www.instagram.com/pugliapaddys/]) ­ The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation of any investment product See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

How to build wealth on an average salary

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 | Guest: Sjoerd Bak The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation of any investment product See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

I made AI my financial therapist. Is it saving me any money?

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 this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation of any investment product  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.