Beyond Money by Alpha Wealth

In this special episode of Beyond Money , we bring you Part Two of the live recording from Alpha Wealth’s Motivate. Prepare. Empower. event at Páirc Uí Chaoimh. Featuring insights from Carrie McDermott, Mairead O’Driscoll, Lesley Giltinan and David Looney , this conversation explores key themes across legal, tax, wellness and financial planning, offering practical guidance for both personal and pr...

In this special episode of Beyond Money, we bring you the audio from Alpha Wealth’s Motivate. Prepare. Empower. event, held at Páirc Uí Chaoimh. Featuring insights from world-class athletes, business leaders and industry experts, this episode explores what it takes to perform at the highest level, build resilient teams and develop a mindset for long-term success. From leadership and motivation to...

In this episode of Beyond Money, David Looney sits downwith Alan Purcell, founder of Cloud Accounts ,to discuss the realities of modern accounting, tax planning and building abusiness in Ireland. A Chartered Accountant and Chartered Tax Adviser, Alanfounded Cloud Accounts in 2019 with the aim of simplifying tax and accountingfor individuals, employees and business owners through practical,easy-to-...

In this episode of Beyond Money , Clíona sits down with Max Kahn and Robbie O’Flynn, co-founders of Crush Coffee, to explore how they built one of Cork’s most recognisable coffee brands. What started as a simple idea during lockdown, serving coffee from a converted horsebox, quickly evolved into a thriving business, with locations including the ever-popular Marina Market. Max and Robbie share the...

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...

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 launc...

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 investin...

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,...

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 o...

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 fo...

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...

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 imp...

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 inequ...

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 t...

In this episode of Beyond Money, Alpha Wealth’s David Looney sits down with Adrianna Hegarty, founder and Managing Director of Hegarty Properties, to discuss the ever-evolving Irish property market and what really makes a home stand out. With years of experience helping clients buy and sell homes across the world, Adrianna shares her expert advice on everything from staging and presentation to und...

In this episode of Beyond Money , Nick Charalambous and Cliona O'Donoghue dig into what’s expected in Budget 2026 and what it could mean for your wallet, family, and future. With rising costs for groceries, energy, and childcare putting pressure on households, the big question is: will this budget deliver meaningful relief or merely tread water? Join us for a practical and honest discussion ab...

In this episode of Beyond Money , we sit down with Alison Mac Sweeney, founder of BrandHive, to explore her inspiring journey from corporate retail and brand management to launching one of Ireland’s most exciting brand consultancies. Alison shares how she transitioned from working with major Irish and UK retailers to starting BrandHive in 2020, helping nearly 40 Irish fashion and beauty brands go...

In this episode of Beyond Money , host ClionaO’Donoghue sits down with Lucy Kenefick, founder of Obodo in Cork, to explorehow she made a powerful career pivot from corporate finance to building one ofthe most inclusive and coach led fitness communities in the region. Lucy opens up about the moment she left behind herstructured corporate life to embrace her passion for health and fitness foundedon...

In this episode of Beyond Money , join Nick Charalambous and Cliona O’Donoghue as they speak with Dr Darya Yegorina, a globally recognised futurist, digital transformation strategist, and advocate for agile, future-ready leadership. With over two decades at the intersection of technology, innovation, and business leadership, Darya brings a wealth of experience as a C-level executive, mentor, and k...

In this episode of Beyond Money, host Cliona O'Donoghuewelcome the creative team behind Cork’s premier content hub, Take Nine Studios. Listen in as we go behind the scenes with co-founders Leah Barbour and Kilian Brennan to explore their journey and unique approach to video, photo, and podcast production. Leah brings over eight years of content creation experienceand a passion for translating...

In this episode of the Beyond Money Podcast, hosts Nick Charalambous and Cliona O'Donoghue are joined by Louise Stokes, founder of the luxury Irish jewellery brand Loulerie. Louise shares her journey from working in New York’s fast-paced jewellery world to returning home and launching her own boutique business in Dublin. She talks about what inspired her to start Loulerie, how she balances cre...

In this episode of Beyond Money, join Nick Charalambous and Cliona O'Donoghue as they speak with Carrie McDermott, Principal Solicitor at MDM Solicitors. With a stellar legal career including leadership roles at major Irish firms, Carrie offers expert guidance on how to navigate complex legal areas impacting both life and business. Carrie specialises in commercial litigation and defence person...

In this episode of Beyond Money , Cliona O'Donoghue and David Looney are joined by Cliona O’Halloran, Programme Director at Agent4Change, to explore how sustainability isn’t just about the environment - it’s also about people, communities, and long-term inclusion. With a deep background in education and equity, Cliona shares how she supports schools in creating sustainable, values-driven cultu...

This week on Beyond Money , Cliona O’Donoghue and David Looney delve into the FIRE movement—Financial Independence, Retire Early—and what it means for your financial future. Inspired by a recent RTE feature, we unpack how savers are aiming to retire in their 30s or 40s through aggressive saving and smart investing. Cliona and David key discuss strategies including saving 50–70% (or more) of your i...

In this episode of Beyond Money , we’re joined by Shane Connole, Director at MMF Chartered Financial Planners and experienced financial advisor, to unpack the realities of buying property in Ireland today. Shane shares expert insights on everything from securing a mortgage and managing rising interest rates to common mistakes first-time buyers should avoid. He also explores how your financial mind...