Mind It! with Sinead Ryan, Season 3

Sinead meets Sarah Slattery, ‘The Travel Expert’, a former travel agent who decided to put 24 years of travel experience to good use, and started her own travel company in 2016, and has travelled to over 50 countries both for work and for pleasure and gained valuable experience along the way. Her travel experience has led to features in many leading publications, radio and TV shows and a weekly radio slot on Today FM.

Sinead meets Paula Kelly, who leads the Age-Friendly AI project, coordinated by the ADAPT Centre and TU Dublin, and funded by Research Ireland. The program helps older adults build confidence, understand everyday artificial intelligence tools, and avoid digital exclusion or online scams.  A nationwide series of interactive, community-based workshops is rolling out through public libraries across Ireland throughout 2026, featuring hands-on demos like "Spirit of Radio" and "Art or AI?" exhibits.

Wendy Wu Tours is a leading touring specialist, offering extraordinary fully-inclusive tours to over 40 countries worldwide, fully escorted every step of the way. Sinead meets Wendy Wu’s Irish Manager, Kelly Hutchinson

What does an ageing Ireland mean for all of us? In this episode of Mind It, Sinead Ryan talks to education counsellor and Irish Times journalist Brian Mooney about the opportunities and challenges of longer lives. They discuss pensions, housing, healthcare, retirement communities, and why staying healthy and active benefits both individuals and society. Rather than seeing retirement as the end of the road, Brian argues it's a chance to contribute, pursue new interests, and help build a fairer future for younger generations. A thought-provoking conversation on how we can all age well—and age wisely.

Thinking of downsizing but worried about the stress of selling before you can buy? In this episode of Mind It, Sinead Ryan talks to Elaine Mackey of Bank of Ireland about a new bridging loan designed to make trading down easier. They explain how the short-term finance works, who it's suitable for, the costs involved, and how it can remove the uncertainty of buying and selling at the same time. The discussion also explores how helping older homeowners right-size could free up larger family homes and improve the flow of Ireland's housing market. A practical guide for anyone considering their next move.