Episode 131 – Weddings, Money, and the Psychology of Cost Signalling

In this episode, Ger and Rob dive deep into the world of weddings, money, and why people spend the way they do. From oversized engagement rings to €30k wedding days, the lads explore the evolutionary psychology behind costly signalling: the idea that we prove our commitment, status, or certainty through expensive behaviours that are hard to fake. They break down the research on wedding spending and divorce, why big weddings sometimes mask insecurity rather than confidence, and how social media has completely changed how couples perform love in public. The conversation also touches on Irish wedding culture, the pressure to keep up appearances, and whether people today are more focused on the marriage… or the spectacle. Expect honesty, laughs, uncomfortable truths, and a fresh look at why humans spend big to show they care. If you’ve ever wondered why weddings cost so much, why people feel the need to show their love through price tags, or whether the “big day” actually says anything about the relationship itself, this episode is for you.