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‘I bought a house with a good pal in December 2006. Our timing was not good’

‘I bought a house with a good pal in December 2006. Our timing was not good’

Me & My Money: Paul McClatchie is founder and managing director of Engage People

Mon Feb 03 2025 - 06:00
The Guide: Gemma Hayes, Dr Strangelove, Jess Gillam and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

The Guide: Gemma Hayes, Dr Strangelove, Jess Gillam and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

February 1st-7th: The best movies, music, art and more coming your way this week

Sat Feb 01 2025 - 05:00
The Music Quiz: What’s the title of the forthcoming Jeff Buckley documentary?

The Music Quiz: What’s the title of the forthcoming Jeff Buckley documentary?

Plus: Which country singer has released albums titled Pony, Bronco and Stampede?

Wed Jan 29 2025 - 05:02
Neko Case on her shiver-inducing memoir: ‘A stunt so bizarre I’m reluctant even to tell it’

Neko Case on her shiver-inducing memoir: ‘A stunt so bizarre I’m reluctant even to tell it’

In The Harder I Fight the More I Love You, the singer-songwriter reveals an early life of neglect and poverty

Mon Jan 27 2025 - 05:15
The Guide: The Ferryman, Jimmy Carr and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

The Guide: The Ferryman, Jimmy Carr and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

January 25th–31st: The best movies, music, art and more coming your way this week

Sat Jan 25 2025 - 05:00
The Music Quiz: Who is Rachel Agatha Keen better known as?

The Music Quiz: Who is Rachel Agatha Keen better known as?

Plus: What is the name of Coldplay bassist Guy Berryman’s clothing line?

Wed Jan 22 2025 - 05:00
Alison Curtis: ‘To pay for my wedding and a down payment on a house, I used funds I inherited as a teen when my parents passed’

Alison Curtis: ‘To pay for my wedding and a down payment on a house, I used funds I inherited as a teen when my parents passed’

Me & My Money: Alison Curtis hosts Weekend Breakfast on Today FM

Mon Jan 20 2025 - 06:00
The Guide: Dara Ó Briain, Lisa O’Neill, TradFest and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

The Guide: Dara Ó Briain, Lisa O’Neill, TradFest and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

January 18th-24th, 2025: The best movies, music, art and more coming your way this week

Sat Jan 18 2025 - 05:00
The Bob Dylan Music Quiz: Which song has Dylan performed the most?

The Bob Dylan Music Quiz: Which song has Dylan performed the most?

To tie in with the release of the new biopic A Complete Unknown, a quiz on all things Bob Dylan

Wed Jan 15 2025 - 05:00
‘I had a bet on four horses. Incredibly, three came in. I paid off my student loans with the winnings’

‘I had a bet on four horses. Incredibly, three came in. I paid off my student loans with the winnings’

Me & My Money: Gerard Teahon, founder and chief executive of Uniquely

Mon Jan 13 2025 - 06:00
From Billie Eilish to Electric Picnic: 85 unmissable concerts and festivals in Ireland in 2025

From Billie Eilish to Electric Picnic: 85 unmissable concerts and festivals in Ireland in 2025

From Charli XCX to Olivia Rodrigo via Oasis and The Wolfe Tones, here’s how the calendar’s shaping up from January to November

Sat Jan 11 2025 - 05:15
The Guide: Boyzlife, Dermot Whelan’s Busy & Wrecked and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

The Guide: Boyzlife, Dermot Whelan’s Busy & Wrecked and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

January 11th-17th, 2025: The best movies, music, art and more coming your way this week

Sat Jan 11 2025 - 05:00
The Music Quiz: Cillian Murphy has directed a music video for which British act?

The Music Quiz: Cillian Murphy has directed a music video for which British act?

Plus: David Gray’s new album is named after a short story collection by which Canadian writer?

Wed Jan 08 2025 - 05:00
‘I joke that my two children are my retirement plan, but I’m not sure they see it that way’

‘I joke that my two children are my retirement plan, but I’m not sure they see it that way’

Me & My Money: Maria Fleming is chief executive of First Fortnight Festival

Mon Jan 06 2025 - 06:00
The Guide: Stand Up for Gaza, First Fortnight, Christy Moore and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

The Guide: Stand Up for Gaza, First Fortnight, Christy Moore and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

January 4th-10th 2025: The best movies, music, art and more coming your way this week

Sat Jan 04 2025 - 05:00
The Guide: New Year’s Festival Dublin, Kojaque, Katie Boyle and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

The Guide: New Year’s Festival Dublin, Kojaque, Katie Boyle and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

December 28th, 2024-January 3rd, 2025: The best movies, music, art and more coming your way this week

Sat Dec 28 2024 - 00:00
The best Christmas playlist, according to the pros

The best Christmas playlist, according to the pros

From cosy classics to Christmas with Captain Kirk, we’ve chosen tunes for your holiday playlist, with a little help from three professionals

Tue Dec 24 2024 - 05:00
The music of 2024: Our critics’ verdicts on the best albums and acts of the year

The music of 2024: Our critics’ verdicts on the best albums and acts of the year

Fontaines DC top the 2024 Ticket critics’ choice lists, with Kneecap hot on their heels, but right across Irish music the profusion of excellence shows zero signs of stopping

Sat Dec 21 2024 - 05:30
The Guide: The Coronas, Damien Dempsey and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

The Guide: The Coronas, Damien Dempsey and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

December 21st- 27th, 2024: The best movies, music, art and more coming your way this week

Sat Dec 21 2024 - 05:00
Paschal Donohoe’s Christmas: Yes to Indiana Jones movies and Christmas jumpers, no to festive pyjamas

Paschal Donohoe’s Christmas: Yes to Indiana Jones movies and Christmas jumpers, no to festive pyjamas

The outgoing minister for public expenditure shares his Christmas traditions and is asked who’s on his naughty list

Wed Dec 18 2024 - 10:30
The Music Quiz:  Who is Kayleigh Rose Amstutz better known as?

The Music Quiz: Who is Kayleigh Rose Amstutz better known as?

Plus: What is the missing kitchen utensil in Sabrina Carpenter’s How Many Things: “You used a [blank] once, it turns out [blank] are f**cking everywhere…”

Wed Dec 18 2024 - 05:00
Mario Rosenstock: ‘Everyone lost money in the crash. I was no different, but it never bothered me’

Mario Rosenstock: ‘Everyone lost money in the crash. I was no different, but it never bothered me’

Rosenstock is a comedian, actor and podcaster

Mon Dec 16 2024 - 05:00
Music books round-up: from George Harrison’s blues to Kate Bush’s songbirds

Music books round-up: from George Harrison’s blues to Kate Bush’s songbirds

501 Essential Albums of the ’90s is US-centric; while Further Adventures in Record Collecting: Dust & Grooves Vol 2 is wonderful if eye-wateringly expensive

Mon Dec 16 2024 - 05:00
The Guide: The Pogues, Ralph Fiennes, Celine Byrne and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

The Guide: The Pogues, Ralph Fiennes, Celine Byrne and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

December 14th-20th: The best movies, music, art and more coming your way this week

Sat Dec 14 2024 - 04:45
The Music Quiz: Which Irish island is part of the title of Bretonese musician Yann Tiersen’s new album?

The Music Quiz: Which Irish island is part of the title of Bretonese musician Yann Tiersen’s new album?

Plus: How many Spotify streams did Taylor Swift accrue this year?

Wed Dec 11 2024 - 05:00
Kate Nash: I took up Irish dancing after seeing Riverdance . . . I ended up winning a bunch of trophies

Kate Nash: I took up Irish dancing after seeing Riverdance . . . I ended up winning a bunch of trophies

The singer-songwriter discusses religion, her favourite Christmas movie and more

Tue Dec 10 2024 - 05:00
‘My retirement plan is somewhat intertwined with the success of Killruddery Estate’

‘My retirement plan is somewhat intertwined with the success of Killruddery Estate’

Me & My Money: Fionnuala Brabazon is chief executive of Killruddery Estate

Mon Dec 09 2024 - 06:00
Writer Elaine Feeney’s Christmas: ‘Old memories, even the really good ones, can hit hardest at this time of year’

Writer Elaine Feeney’s Christmas: ‘Old memories, even the really good ones, can hit hardest at this time of year’

Galway author likes to listen to the radio all day on Christmas Eve as dinner is being prepared

Mon Dec 09 2024 - 05:00
The Guide: Mary Poppins, The Magic Numbers and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

The Guide: Mary Poppins, The Magic Numbers and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

December 7th-13th: The best movies, music, art and more coming your way this week

Sat Dec 07 2024 - 05:00
The Music Quiz: Which diva is the ex-stepmum of English folkie Leona Naess?

The Music Quiz: Which diva is the ex-stepmum of English folkie Leona Naess?

Plus: A live-action movie version of Voltron features which pop star in the cast?

Wed Dec 04 2024 - 05:00
Sabrina Carpenter earrings to Fontaines DC T-shirts: Christmas gifts for music lovers

Sabrina Carpenter earrings to Fontaines DC T-shirts: Christmas gifts for music lovers

From a Chappell Roan T-shirt to Sabrina Carpenter’s Espresso earrings, we’ve got you sorted

Tue Dec 03 2024 - 05:00
‘I was a cleaner in my dad’s office, which makes me a nepo baby. I got €50 a shift’

‘I was a cleaner in my dad’s office, which makes me a nepo baby. I got €50 a shift’

Me & My Money: Fionnuala Jay, fashion advocate and influencer

Mon Dec 02 2024 - 06:00
The Guide: Fontaines DC, Culture Club and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

The Guide: Fontaines DC, Culture Club and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

November 30th-December 6th: The best movies, music, art and more coming your way this week

Sat Nov 30 2024 - 05:00
The Music Quiz: Who is the new popstar ‘face’ of Lancôme?

The Music Quiz: Who is the new popstar ‘face’ of Lancôme?

Plus: What topped the list of Rolling Stone magazine’s 74 Best Albums of ’74?

Wed Nov 27 2024 - 05:00
Six of the best ‘lost albums’ of all time, chosen by Conor O’Brien, Gavin Friday, Gemma Hayes and more

Six of the best ‘lost albums’ of all time, chosen by Conor O’Brien, Gavin Friday, Gemma Hayes and more

Which forgotten releases do Irish musicians treasure most, and why?

Tue Nov 26 2024 - 05:00
‘Extravagance? I get stressed by how much my kids will pay for a pair of runners’

‘Extravagance? I get stressed by how much my kids will pay for a pair of runners’

Me & My Money: Sanjay Patel, COO, Compass Ireland

Mon Nov 25 2024 - 06:00
Faye O’Rourke’s Christmas: ‘I have a reputation for overdoing it. I splash out. It’s not in my control’

Faye O’Rourke’s Christmas: ‘I have a reputation for overdoing it. I splash out. It’s not in my control’

The powerhouse voice behind Soda Blonde tells of her soft spot for The Muppet Christmas Carol

Mon Nov 25 2024 - 05:00
The Guide: the events to see, the shows to book, and the ones to catch before they end

The Guide: the events to see, the shows to book, and the ones to catch before they end

November 23rd-29th: The best movies, music, art and more coming your way this week

Sat Nov 23 2024 - 05:00
The Music Quiz: Charli XCX has sampled a song by which blues great?

The Music Quiz: Charli XCX has sampled a song by which blues great?

Plus: What is the name of the upcoming Bruce Springsteen biopic starring Jeremy Allen White?

Wed Nov 20 2024 - 05:00
‘I laughed when a friend recommended I buy a single bitcoin for €300. It would now be worth €55,000’

‘I laughed when a friend recommended I buy a single bitcoin for €300. It would now be worth €55,000’

Me & My Money: Ciaran Marron, chief executive of Activ8 Solar Energies

Mon Nov 18 2024 - 06:00
The Guide: Pillow Queens, Tradition Now, Winterval and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

The Guide: Pillow Queens, Tradition Now, Winterval and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

November 16th-22nd, 2024: The best movies, music, art and more coming your way this week

Sat Nov 16 2024 - 05:00
Dwight Yoakam: Brighter Days – Terrific songs from a country music maverick

Dwight Yoakam: Brighter Days – Terrific songs from a country music maverick

Yoakam returns to an evolving country landscape that just might make space for him

Thu Nov 14 2024 - 05:00
The Music Quiz: Harry Styles sings about what type of restaurant on his 2022 album Harry’s House?

The Music Quiz: Harry Styles sings about what type of restaurant on his 2022 album Harry’s House?

In honour of Irish Times Food Month, 10 tasty questions chosen to hit the musical sweet spot

Wed Nov 13 2024 - 05:00
‘I once brought my team to London and booked an apartment through a popular booking site. When we arrived, the apartment didn’t exist’

‘I once brought my team to London and booked an apartment through a popular booking site. When we arrived, the apartment didn’t exist’

Me & My Money: Claire Tighe, chief executive of TheatreworX Productions

Mon Nov 11 2024 - 05:41
The Guide: Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, Nas and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

The Guide: Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, Nas and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

November 9th-15th: The best movies, music, art and more coming your way this week

Sat Nov 09 2024 - 05:00
Primal Scream: Come Ahead – Bobby Gillespie and company return with a sorely disappointing album

Primal Scream: Come Ahead – Bobby Gillespie and company return with a sorely disappointing album

Ethical concerns are the least of fans’ worries, as not even David Holmes’s involvement can save this woefully inadequate collection

Thu Nov 07 2024 - 05:00
The Nick Cave Music Quiz: What was the original name of side project Grinderman?

The Nick Cave Music Quiz: What was the original name of side project Grinderman?

In honour of the Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds concert at Dublin’s 3Arena next week, a special quiz on the ‘grand lord of gothic darkness’

Wed Nov 06 2024 - 05:00
Ronan Collins: ‘My mother always said: if your feet don’t feel right, the rest of you will suffer’

Ronan Collins: ‘My mother always said: if your feet don’t feel right, the rest of you will suffer’

Me & My Money: Ronan Collins, broadcaster and singer

Mon Nov 04 2024 - 06:00
Four new films to see this week

Four new films to see this week

Cillian Murphy in Small Things Like These and Hugh Grant in Heretic, plus Anora and Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story

Sun Nov 03 2024 - 05:00
The Guide: The Corrs, Dublin Book Festival, Cork film festival and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

The Guide: The Corrs, Dublin Book Festival, Cork film festival and other events to see, shows to book and ones to catch before they end

November 2nd-8th, 2024: The best movies, music, art and more coming your way this week

Sat Nov 02 2024 - 05:00
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