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In this episode of Beyond Money, Clíona sits down with Fiona Parfrey, co-founder of the Irish women’s health startup Riley, to discuss building a purpose-driven business and tackling taboo topics in entrepreneurship.

Fiona shares how a simple conversation sparked the idea for Riley and how the company launched in 2021 to provide more sustainable and accessible period care products. The brand has since grown rapidly, expanding across Ireland and Europe while working to break the stigma around menstrual health.

The conversation explores Fiona’s entrepreneurial journey, from her early ventures to scaling a mission-led company, the challenges of growing a startup, and why listening to customers and launching early played a crucial role in their success.

This episode offers valuable insights on purpose-led entrepreneurship, building a brand with impact, and turning an idea into a growing international business.

In this episode of Beyond Money, we’re joined by Caitriona McGettigan, co-founder of Luxury Exchange, alongside her partner and co-founder Cillian Moloney, to discuss the story behind their fast-growing designer resale platform.

After a career working with luxury retailers, Caitriona noticed how many customers had unworn designer pieces sitting in their wardrobes. Together with Cillian, she launched Luxury Exchange in 2022 to create a trusted marketplace for pre-loved luxury items. Within two years, the business recorded €1 million in sales and is now on track to exceed €4 million.

They share how they built the business from the ground up, the importance of trust and authentication in the resale market, and why pre-loved designer bags can hold both style and long-term value. The conversation also explores entrepreneurship as a partnership, scaling quickly, and the mindset required to turn a simple idea into a thriving brand.

An inspiring episode about spotting opportunity, building trust, and growing a modern luxury business together.

In this episode of Beyond Money, the team looks ahead to the investment landscape in 2026 and what it could mean for investors. With global markets evolving, interest rates shifting and new opportunities emerging, understanding where to focus your attention has never been more important.

Cliona, Josh and Nick discuss key trends shaping the year ahead, from market volatility and long term investing strategies to the importance of diversification and staying disciplined during uncertain times.

Whether you are a seasoned investor or just starting out, this episode offers practical insights to help you navigate the markets and make informed investment decisions in 2026.

In this episode of Beyond Money, David and Josh explore the smartest ways to save money in 2026 and why more people are beginning to look beyond local banks for better options.

They discuss current savings trends, interest rate opportunities, and the potential benefits and risks of using overseas banks. From understanding higher deposit rates to navigating regulation, security and accessibility, the conversation breaks down what you need to know before moving your money abroad.

If you’re looking to maximise your savings, make informed decisions, and understand your options in a changing financial landscape, this episode offers practical guidance to help you save with confidence in the year ahead.

In this episode of Beyond Money, the team takes a practical look at financial resolutions and why so many of them fall away before the year is out.

From setting realistic goals and building better money habits to avoiding common pitfalls like over-restricting or aiming too high, they share simple, actionable advice to help you start the year with clarity and confidence. The conversation focuses on progress over perfection and how small, consistent changes can have a lasting impact on your financial wellbeing.

Whether you’re planning to save more, spend smarter, or finally get organised with your finances, this episode will help you turn good intentions into habits that last all year.

In this special end-of-year episode of Beyond Money, Nick Charalambous, David Looney and Clíona O’Donoghue look back on the financial year just gone.From market movements and interest rates to pensions, property and everyday money habits, the team reflect on the biggest lessons of the year, what surprised them most, and the financial decisions that mattered. They also share practical takeaways for listeners heading into the year ahead, including what they’d do differently and what they’d carry forward.An honest, thoughtful review of the year in money, designed to help you reflect, reset and plan with confidence for what comes next

In this episode of Beyond Money Cliona O'Donoghue is joined by, Jen Bryan, performance marketer, global speaker and change-management expert to unpack what it takes to navigate change in business and in life.

Jen draws on years of experience helping organisations adapt to disruption and uncertainty. She talks about why change isn’t just a challenge to overcome, but a chance to grow, evolve and come out stronger. Expect honest conversation around leadership, mindset, resilience, and knowing when to adapt or pivot.

Whether you’re running a company, thinking of a career shift, or simply trying to future-proof your finances, this episode is packed with actionable guidance and real-world wisdom on thriving through change.

In this episode of Beyond Money, Cliona and Nick dive into the rising trend of cash stuffing — the budgeting method that’s making a big comeback despite our increasingly cashless world.

They break down how the system works, why so many people swear by it, and whether physically dividing your money into envelopes can genuinely transform your spending habits. From building discipline to avoiding impulse purchases, they explore the real benefits as well as the limitations, and who this method is best suited for.

If you’re looking for a simple, tangible way to take control of your finances, this episode offers practical insights to help you decide whether cash stuffing earns a place in your budgeting toolkit.

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This week on Beyond Money, Clíona O’Donoghue and David Looney explore an important but often overlooked topic: the gender pension gap.

Despite living longer on average, women in Ireland retire with significantly smaller pension pots than men. From career breaks and part-time work to the gender pay gap and financial confidence, Clíona and David discuss the key factors that contribute to this inequality and what can be done to change it.

They share practical insights on how women can take control of their financial future, start building long-term security, and close the gap for good.

This is a must-listen episode for anyone who wants to understand why financial planning isn’t one-size-fits-all and how small steps today can make a big difference tomorrow.

In this spooky edition of Beyond Money, Cliona, Nick,and David sit down to share some of the most shocking, unforgettable, anddownright terrifying financial horror stories they’ve encountered. Frominvestment slip-ups to budgeting blunders, these real-life tales highlight justhow easily money decisions can go wrong and what you can do to avoid the samefate.

It’s not all doom and gloom though the team also breaks downthe key lessons behind each story, offering practical advice on how to makesmarter, safer financial moves.

Whether you’re a seasoned saver or just starting yourfinancial journey, this episode is your reminder that everyone makes mistakes it’swhat you learn from them that counts.