In this episode of Money Talks, Mihaela speaks with two experienced journalists who translate complex developments into stories people can understand: Cordula Schnuer, editor-in-chief of the Luxembourg Times, and Raymond Frenken, managing editor at Investment Officer.

Cordula and Raymond explain why journalism is not a substitute for financial education but an essential part of the learning environment. Good reporting, they argue, equips readers with context, vocabulary and reliable information so they can make their own financial choices.

The discussion explores:

The conversation also offers a look inside the newsroom: from the words journalists would happily ban from headlines to the myths about investing that deserve to disappear.

In this episode of Money Talks, Mihaela discusses with Candi Carrera, former Country Manager of Microsoft Luxembourg turned value-investor and fintech founder. Candi walks us through the foundations of value investing, explaining how investors determine a company’s intrinsic value, why long-term thinking matters, and how patience can outperform market noise.

He details his transition from tech leadership to co-founding an AI-powered companion designed to help investors analyse companies more deeply, interpret financial metrics, detect risks such as earnings manipulation, and understand complex data in natural language.

In this episode of Money Talks, we cross continents with Patrick Augustin, Associate Professor of Finance at McGill University and Academic Director of the new Master in Management of Finance in Luxembourg, a program launched with the support of ALFI, ABBL, and the Ministry of Finance. Patrick shares how this innovative program brings McGill to Europe, filling a gap in Luxembourg’s financial ecosystem by combining world-class teaching with hands-on experience. Students will manage a real investment fund, gaining exposure to the full spectrum of portfolio management — from research and trading to compliance and reporting — in a country that leads the world in investment funds.

The conversation goes beyond academics to discuss what truly drives success in finance: curiosity, adaptability, and mindset. Patrick speaks about financial education, behavioural finance, and the art of taking calculated risks. He explains why investing in oneself is the best long-term strategy and why learning to manage emotions matters as much as mastering financial models. From avoiding procrastination to embracing uncertainty, this episode is packed with insights for anyone looking to grow in their career, or in their personal investing journey.

To learn more about the master programme and the application process, it’s this way: https://www.mcgill.ca/desautels/programs/mmf/program-overview

In this episode of Money Talks, we sit down with Ala Presenti, co-founder of Moniflo and CFO of InvesTRe. Ala shares her journey from growing up in Moldova to becoming a citizen of Luxembourg, and how early lessons in money management shaped her path. She talks about starting with just €50 a month, the importance of aligning investments with personal values, and why security and sustainability guide her financial choices today.

What does it take to go from curious beginner to confident investor? In this episode, we meet Romain Boyer, a finance and strategy professional at ArcelorMittal, a self-taught investor and a new father.

We talk about the fears and myths he had to overcome, his first steps into investing, and why he launched Luxembourg’s first Financial Education Summit.

Romain’s story is proof that you don’t need to be an expert to get started. You just need to be willing to learn.

What happens when a teenager with a camera turns his passion into a business?

Nicolas is proof that you don’t need all the answers to get started. Sometimes the best kind of financial education comes from doing and daring to build something of your own.

In this episode of Money Talks, we discuss with Marianne Donven, co-founder of restaurants Chiche!, a social enterprise providing jobs and opportunities to refugees and migrants in Luxembourg.

From her early career as a corporate trader to leading humanitarian projects and building businesses with impact, Marianne shares her journey, taking financial risks, and using money as a tool for change.

We talk about entrepreneurship, funding a social business, financial education for refugees, and the hardest money choices she’s had to make. Plus, her take on what financial success really means.

Tune in to hear how one can make money work for both profit and purpose!

In this episode, we discuss with Genna Elvin, co-founder and CEO of TadaWeb, a company reshaping the world of small data intelligence. Originally from New Zealand, Genna has made Luxembourg her home and built a career that landed her on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list. She knows what it takes to dream big and make it happen.

We explore her journey as an entrepreneur, the financial lessons that shaped her success, and the cultural differences in money mindsets between New Zealand and Europe. Genna shares her experiences in managing money, the best financial advice she received, and her approach to handling risk in both business and life.

Is it possible to build a thriving business without formal academic studies? What lessons can we learn from someone who has built solid financial knowledge through hands-on experience?

In this episode of Money Talks, we’re joined by Loic Didelot, CEO of MixVoip and a self-taught entrepreneur who has never worked as an employee. Loic shares his journey of starting MixVoip, the challenges of scaling across borders, and how he taught himself to surf the complexities of financial management.

Loic explains how he turned early mistakes into valuable lessons, his approach to personal and business investments, and his perspective on using technology to break barriers in finance. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about innovation and the power of self-education.

What financial lessons from high school stick with you when you run a family business as an adult? How do you build resilience when the going gets tough?

In this episode of Money Talks, we met Jean-Marie Neuberg, co-founder and CEO of Bäckerei Jos & Jean-Marie, a beloved bakery-patisserie brand in Luxembourg. Jean-Marie shares the inspiring story of starting the business with his brother and growing it into a team of 220 people.

Jean-Marie opens up about the challenges of entrepreneurship, the financial lessons he’s learned along the way, and the importance of sustainability in running a successful business. Tune to hear how he’s building a legacy.