After a sunny bank holiday weekend of fresh sea air and deep reflection, I’m back with an episode that balances the ultimate cozy couch comfort with a raw, honest look at the heavy things we carry as we grow. This episode moves seamlessly from cheering on local Galway stars on the telly to a deeply personal conversation about the reality of grief, and how it completely shapes the way we appreciate the people still with us.

In this episode, we’re catching up on:

I’m taking you along on my bank holiday escape to Salthill, a place I used to call home for a number of years, for a much-needed soul reset. Packed up with the dog, the gorgeous weather, and a walk along the prom, it was the perfect weekend tonic. I'm also sharing a massive foodie find—the incredible "Sunrise Bowl" from Alainn at their gorgeous new location right on the prom—and giving you an honest update on my daily movement challenge to protect my mental health, alongside my ongoing, unapologetic freezer gyoza obsession.

Then, we’re chatting about what’s on the telly. I’ve been completely binging the brand-new second season of The Four Seasons on Netflix, starring Tina Fey and Steve Carell, and I’ve got a brilliant clip from season one to share that will convince you to start watching immediately. Plus, we have to talk about the summer return of Love Island and the absolute pride of seeing Galway's very own Seán "Fitzy" Fitzgerald walk into the villa, and immediately have to defend the pronunciation of his Irish nickname to the UK.

The real heart of the show, though, comes from a much deeper, personal place. Marking ten years since the passing of my beloved Mum, and having lost my Dad when I was just eleven, I wanted to open up a real conversation about the club that absolutely nobody wants to join: the grief club. We’re talking about why grief isn't linear, why time doesn't magically "heal" the void, and why I want to urge anyone listening to book that family trip, make that phone call, and fiercely cherish the imperfect, ordinary moments with your parents while they are still here.

Plus, the Spill the Tea inbox is officially hopping, and I am jumping straight in to handle two massive relationship dilemmas. First, an anonymous listener is trapped in a hilarious love triangle with her boyfriend's rescue cat, Ralph, who insists on sleeping directly in the middle of the bed every single night and killing the romance. Then, we tackle a heavy-hitting dilemma from Mona, whose partner of five years has quit a lucrative construction job to become an influencer—leaving her to carry the entire financial load, do all the chores, and put their house-buying dreams completely on hold.

If you’ve ever had to set a firm boundary with a partner, needed a virtual hug through a wave of grief, or just want to celebrate a sunny day in Galway, I hope this episode feels like a cozy chat with a good friend this week.

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After a week of heavy lifting and garden chores, I’m back with a look at the unglamorous realities of adulting, the absolute chaos of online shopping, and a long-awaited return to the listener inbox. This episode moves from the literal back-breaking labor of DIY maintenance to an honest, hilarious chat about the modern boundaries we have to set—both online and in our closest relationships.

In this episode, we’re catching up on:

I’m taking you along on my stay-at-home weekend, where I finally forced myself to finish a massive task I started two weeks ago. Armed with a newly purchased power washer and misguided confidence from TikTok, I learned the hard way that power washing is not as easy as it looks on the internet. I’m sharing the reality of my post-DIY back pain, a genius fence-painting sponge hack, and why stepping away from the laptop for some fresh air was exactly what my brain needed.

Then, we’re chatting about what’s on the telly. I've been diving into the brand-new second season of Rivals on Disney+, which brings back a brilliant fun fact from my own career: getting an advanced screening to interview the show's stars, Aidan Turner and Victoria Smurfit, in a super-fancy Dublin hotel. I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes reality of that high-stakes, ten-minute countdown interview, the crippling imposter syndrome of being a country bumpkin in the big smoke, and the eye-watering shock of a twelve-euro hotel coffee. Plus, I'll give you a completely spoiler-free synopsis of the wild corporate warfare in the new 12-episode series.

We are also falling down the Vinted rabbit hole to explore the booming cross-border marketplace between Ireland and France. I’m venting about the absolute soul-destroying frustration of dealing with buyers demanding exact measurements for a three-euro top, but balancing it with the ultimate positive vintage experience: scoring an incredible vintage handbag from the exact year I was born, and snagging some gorgeous summer-ready Scamp & Dude jackets. I'll also share my top two personal tips for selling more and staying sustainable without losing your mind.

To wrap things up, I am introducing a brand-new feature called Rant of the Week, where I give out about how badly designed AI bots are completely destroying human customer service. And most importantly, Spill the Tea is officially BACK! I am jumping straight back into the inbox to tackle two massive listener dilemmas: Stephanie’s high-stakes wedding etiquette drama with an overseas Maid of Honour, and Ruth’s living nightmare down in Galway involving paper-thin walls and two housemates who have secretly started sleeping together.

If you’ve ever been victimised by an online buyer, felt the sting of a Dublin price tag, or had to navigate a messy friendship boundary, I hope this episode makes you laugh and gives you a bit of comfort this week!

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After a weekend of fresh air and road trips, I’m back with a look at how we spend our time—and who we actually spend it with. This episode moves from the simple joy of a Sunday morning ritual to a much more honest chat about the "edit" we all eventually have to make in our adult friendships.

In this episode, we’re catching up on:

I’m taking you along on my Sunday morning at Mountain View Market in Kilkenny. It was a gorgeous spot for a "soul reset," even if it’s just for the fresh air and a chance to use my favorite Stanley flask. I’m also sharing my latest kitchen obsession—the gyoza "fakeaway" that has saved my life this week (and yes, I’ve finally settled the debate on which ones are actually the best).

Then, we’re chatting about what’s on the telly. I’ve been finally getting through the new series of Euphoria—which feels so much more grown-up and intense this year—and I’ve been completely gripped by the moral dilemma in Should I Marry a Murderer?. It’s been a heavy week for drama, but I’ve got some thoughts on why we’re all so obsessed with these stories.

The real heart of the show, though, comes from a bit of a "wake-up call" I had at my cousin’s birthday dinner. A relative made a comment about how lovely it was to be together for something that wasn't a funeral, and it really stuck with me. It got me thinking about how we treat our friendships as we get older—why we need to stop waiting for "big events" to see our favorite people and why it’s actually okay if your inner circle starts to get a little smaller.

Plus, I have a very exciting announcement: Spill the Tea is officially coming back! I’ve missed the gossip and the listener stories so much, and I’ve got all the details on how you can get involved again.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re struggling to make time for the people who truly matter, or if you’ve noticed your own circle shifting lately, I hope this episode feels like a bit of a friendly nudge to reach out to your important people today.

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