Episodios
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A Special Message from Matt & Bernadine:
"From My Home To Yours has been running for 15 weeks straight, and you've been with us for the episodes in Australia, in Ireland AND on an aeroplane! We've come so far together, and we want to thank you for being with us on this journey.
It is for this reason, we're going to take a "sos beag", or "a little break" from recording episodes for the next month. We're at the stage now that we'd like to live the Irish life a bit, and come back to you with more stories, advice, experiences and progress in our expat/repat journey.
Remember to "light the f***kin' candle" and keep drinking the tea! Follow us on Instagram (@FMHTYpodcast) and we'll see you all in October!"
Stuff mentioned in this episodes:
Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project for all your expat/repat info!****************************
PROMO PARTNERS
ExpatTaxes.ie
Stephanie has kindly offered a first consultation with her at €195 (save €60!) especially for FMHTY listeners! Click the link below to take advantage of this deal and get on top of your Irish taxes early!
Book a Consultation with Stephanie Wickham (link)
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Keep in touch with us!
If you have questions about what do when moving to Ireland or from Australia, or you'd like to ask us about our journey, please ask us! We'd love to hear about your experiences, lessons and stories AND we'll even give you a shout-out on the show!
Instagram: @fmhtypodcast
Email: [email protected]
Website: frommyhometoyourspodcast.com
Thanks for being with us on this journey! 🤍
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Work is starting, life in Ireland is starting to settle in - this week, Matt & Bernadine have taken a break from the advice and experiences of their move to address some listener questions! They've had a few Qs waiting in the wings and now is the perfect time to tackle them.
Bernadine also puts Matt through his paces with a quiz on Irish phrases and what they mean - join the fun and play at home if you like!
And a quick thanks for listening to the podcast so far! We'd love it if you could recommend the podcast to someone who might enjoy it, or drop us a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen! ❤️
Topics in this episode
Shoutouts to the listenersCacking your dacks 😅Bernadine's first few days of teachingListener QuestionsThe Irish Phrase Quiz (for Matt)Links & Stuff:
"Paddy's Meats": Irish butcher in Bundoora"Are you a Ladybird or a Dirtbird?!" - Love Hate quoteMankey the PokemonGAA in Ireland****************************
PROMO PARTNERS
ExpatTaxes.ie
Stephanie has kindly offered a first consultation with her at €195 (save €60!) especially for FMHTY listeners! Click the link below to take advantage of this deal and get on top of your Irish taxes early!
Book a Consultation with Stephanie Wickham (link)
Healy Insurances
Healys has a special offer on new car insurance policies for Expats and Repats listening to FMHTY. Mention promo code FMHTY50 in August 2023 when you get in touch, and you'll save €50 on your policy!
PH: +353 064 663 3344 || EM: [email protected]
TeaTonic
Exclusively for FMHTY listeners, you can save 20% off your tea order over $40 AUD with promo code FMHTY20 at checkout. They ship in Australia and internationally - click the link below to start your order before it ends on August 31st 2023.
frommyhometoyourspodcast.com/teatonic
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Keep in touch with us!
If you have questions about what do when moving to Ireland or from Australia, or you'd like to ask us about our journey, please ask us! We'd love to hear about your experiences, lessons and stories AND we'll even give you a shout-out on the show!
Instagram: @fmhtypodcast
Email: [email protected]
Website: frommyhometoyourspodcast.com
Thanks for being with us on this journey! 🤍
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As you are thinking about your big move to Ireland (or anywhere, for that matter!) it's important to do as much as you can to prepare in anticipation of every aspect of your life in your destination country. This includes immigration requirements, preparing funds, tax implications, working visas... and that's just to get you started!
Lucky for Ireland, the Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project is here to help! Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project is a non-profit organisation established in 2022 as a project of Crosscare and funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs/Government of Ireland’s Emigrant Support Programme, which has been supporting Irish emigrants for decades.
Join Matthew this week as he talks to Sarah Owen (Project Leader) and Lucia Guzikowski (Communications Officer) from the Project about everything they provide, how their expat backgrounds have brought them to Ireland and put them in a unique position to help others coming to the country.
Please be advised that the information provided in this episode is accurate as of publication – always consult official government sources for the latest information. Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project provides information, not legal advice.
For the webinar recordings mentioned in the episode, head to their YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@irishdiasporasupport/videos.
For future webinars, head to their Eventbrite page and register to attend: https://www.eventbrite.ie/o/crosscare-irish-diaspora-support-project-56595453273
Contact Links for Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project:
Website: diasporasupport.ie
Facebook: Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project
Instagram: @CrosscareIrishDiasporaSupport
LinkedIn: Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project
Twitter: @irishdiasporaSP
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PROMO PARTNERS
ExpatTaxes.ie
Stephanie Wickham has kindly offered a first consultation with her at €195 (save €60!) especially for FMHTY listeners! Click the link below to take advantage of this deal and get on top of your Irish taxes early! Available until September 31st!
Book a Consultation with Stephanie Wickham (link)
Healy Insurances
Healys has a special offer on new car insurance policies for Expats and Repats listening to FMHTY. Mention promo code FMHTY50 in August 2023 when you get in touch, and you'll save €50 on your policy!
PH: +353 064 663 3344 || EM: [email protected]
TeaTonic
Exclusively for FMHTY listeners, you can save 20% off your tea order over $40 AUD with promo code FMHTY20 at checkout. They ship in Australia and internationally - click the link below to start your order before it ends on August 31st...
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Matt & Bernadine have finally moved into their home for the next year, and weren't thrilled at what they found on Day 1. In this episode they vent their woes of the current rental market in Ireland, share the "wobbles" of finally living what they've planned for so long, and coming to terms with returning home after so long.
Topics discussed in this episode:
Moving into the rental propertyComing to terms with living "the plan"Region-locked apps on phones, and how to get around itLinks & Stuff:
Republic of Telly: "You know you're Irish when"****************************
PROMO PARTNERS
ExpatTaxes.ie
Stephanie has kindly offered a first consultation with her at €195 (save €60!) especially for FMHTY listeners! Click the link below to take advantage of this deal and get on top of your Irish taxes early!
Book a Consultation with Stephanie Wickham (link)
Healy Insurances
Healys has a special offer on new car insurance policies for Expats and Repats listening to FMHTY. Mention promo code FMHTY50 in August 2023 when you get in touch, and you'll save €50 on your policy!
PH: +353 064 663 3344 || EM: [email protected]
TeaTonic
Exclusively for FMHTY listeners, you can save 20% off your tea order over $40 AUD with promo code FMHTY20 at checkout. They ship in Australia and internationally - click the link below to start your order before it ends on August 31st 2023.
frommyhometoyourspodcast.com/teatonic
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Keep in touch with us!
If you have questions about what do when moving to Ireland or from Australia, or you'd like to ask us about our journey, please ask us! We'd love to hear about your experiences, lessons and stories AND we'll even give you a shout-out on the show!
Instagram: @fmhtypodcast
Email: [email protected]
Website: frommyhometoyourspodcast.com
Thanks for being with us on this journey! 🤍
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Bernadine and Matt have brought you another very special interview with an expert in their field, and this time around it's all about saving your money through taxes!
This week, Stephanie Wickham from ExpatTaxes.ie is talking to Matt about all things taxes in the Irish system and the main considerations anyone should have before they move to Ireland from their home country:
How does the Irish tax system work?What is the Double Taxation Treaty?How do I manage Capital Gains in my home country?What is tax residency, and how does it impact my taxable income?...plus much, much more!This episode was a great chat with Stephanie, and you can hear her talk about tax topics for expats through her own podcast: Taxbytes for Expats. Interviews and tax topics to help you better understand the Irish tax system, and all from an expat lens. Subscribe now - we highly recommend it!
Stuff & Links:
ExpatTaxes.ie (for blogs, info and more!)Get access to the ExpatTaxes Tax Guide (free!)Brad Murphy talking about selling/renting property in AustraliaOECD IrelandCalculating income tax in Ireland (citizensinformation.ie)****************************
PROMO PARTNERS
ExpatTaxes.ie
Stephanie has kindly offered a first consultation with her at €195 (save €60!) especially for FMHTY listeners! Click the link below to take advantage of this deal and get on top of your Irish taxes early!
Book a Consultation with Stephanie Wickham (link)
Healy Insurances
Healys has a special offer on new car insurance policies for Expats and Repats listening to FMHTY. Mention promo code FMHTY50 in August 2023 when you get in touch, and you'll save €50 on your policy!
PH: +353 064 663 3344 || EM: [email protected]
TeaTonic
Exclusively for FMHTY listeners, you can save 20% off your tea order over $40 AUD with promo code FMHTY20 at checkout. They ship in Australia and internationally - click the link below to start your order before it ends on August 31st 2023.
frommyhometoyourspodcast.com/teatonic
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Keep in touch with us!
If you have questions about what do when moving to Ireland or from Australia, or you'd like to ask us about our journey, please ask us! We'd love to hear about your experiences, lessons and stories AND we'll even give you a shout-out on the show!
Instagram: @fmhtypodcast
Email:
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They're back to the ol' tips and tricks, as Matt & Bernadine discuss the process and reasoning behind their approach to securing a rental property in West Ireland. Matt has *finally* managed to get his PPS number (now just waiting on the card!) and Bernadine has had an adventure in travel and created more memories this week.
Topics this week:
Community ShoutoutsWhen Matt & Bernadine moved to LondonRenting in West IrelandMatt gets his PPS numberBernadine goes to Dublin (and more)!Stuff & Links:
MyGovID website: https://www.mygovid.ie/MyWelfare website: https://services.mywelfare.ie/Link to apply for PPS Number online (get your paperwork ready!)Renting a home in Ireland (Citizen's Information)****************************
Healy Insurances Promotion!
We have an exclusive deal for expats and repats returning to Ireland! If you enquire and complete the purchase of a policy in August, 2023 for your car insurance with Healy Insurances, they will take €50 off the cost! Mention promo code FMHTY50 when you ask about insurance, and you'll be eligible to save €50.
https://www.facebook.com/Healyinsurances/
PH: +353 064 663 3344
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TeaTonic Promotion!
Exclusively for FMHTY listeners, you can save 20% off your tea order over $40 AUD with promo code FMHTY20 at checkout. They ship in Australia and internationally! We HIGHLY recommend:
French Earl GreyDark Chocolate and BlackJump on the deal now and drink tea with us on an episode! That's FMHTY20 on orders over $40 AUD.
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Keep in touch with us!
If you have questions about what do when moving to Ireland or from Australia, or you'd like to ask us about our journey, please ask us! We'd love to hear about your experiences, lessons and stories AND we'll even give you a shout-out on the show!
Instagram: @fmhtypodcast
Email: [email protected]
Website: frommyhometoyourspodcast.com
Thanks for being with us on this journey! 🤍
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More progress made this week - after a month of driving back-and-forth to their desired city, Bernadine and Matt have secured their rental property for the next year! 👏👏
In this episode they have the run-down of their experience locking in the rental compared to Australia and all the changes to the Irish real estate method since the pandemic began. They also reflect on their time in Ireland so far and recount a trip to County Clare to remember Bernadine's childhood.
Topics discussed:
Exclusive Healy Insurances promoReflections on a month and a half in Ireland and the moveCounty Clare, the Cliffs of Moher and John O'DonohueThe process of securing a rental in West IrelandStuff mentioned:
Republic of Telly: "You know you're Irish when"CrossCare Irish Diaspora Support Project: Instagram || WebsiteDaft.ie (Real Estate website in Ireland)County Clare****************************
Healy Insurances Promotion!
We have an exclusive deal of expats and repats returning to Ireland! If you enquire and complete the purchase of a policy in August, 2023 for your car insurance with Healy Insurances, they will take €50 off the cost! Tell them the promo code FMHTY50 when you ask about insurance, and you'll be eligible to save €50.
https://www.facebook.com/Healyinsurances/
PH: +353 064 663 3344
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TeaTonic Promotion!
Exclusively for FMHTY listeners, you can save 20% off your tea order over $40 AUD with promo code FMHTY20 at checkout. They ship in Australia and internationally! We HIGHLY recommend:
French Earl GreyDark Chocolate and BlackJump on the deal now and drink tea with us on an episode! That's FMHTY20 on orders over $40 AUD.
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Keep in touch with us!
If you have questions about what do when moving to Ireland or from Australia, or you'd like to ask us about our journey, please ask us! We'd love to hear about your experiences, lessons and stories AND we'll even give you a shout-out on the show!
Instagram: @fmhtypodcast
Email: [email protected]
Website: frommyhometoyourspodcast.com
Thanks for being with us on this journey! 🤍
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This week we have a special episode! Besides some introductory banter, Matt sat down with John Healy from Healy Insurances to talk about the state of car insurance in Ireland and everything that expats & repats should know about securing their car insurance.
Healy Insurances is responsible for the famous Mary of Healys (not Mary Healy!) that has been a boon for people travelling or returning to Ireland and looking to purchase their wheels to get around.
There's plenty to learn about insurance and Ireland for those returning and even if you don't intend to - you're in for a treat!
Topics discussed:
Shoutout for GavinOur new TeaTonic Promo code!Tips for repats/expats buying carsHow to save money on car insuranceGetting your no claim bonus in IrelandA bit of history on vehicle taxesContact Healy Insurances today!
https://www.facebook.com/Healyinsurances/
PH: +353 064 663 3344
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TeaTonic Promotion!
Exclusively for FMHTY listeners, you can save 20% off your tea order over $40 AUD with promo code FMHTY20 at checkout.
They ship in Australia and internationally! We HIGHLY recommend:
French Earl GreyDark Chocolate and BlackJump on the deal now, and drink tea with us on an episode! That's FMHTY20 on orders over $40 AUD.
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Keep in touch with us!
If you have questions about what do when moving to Ireland or from Australia, or you'd like to ask us about our journey, please ask us! We'd love to hear about your experiences, lessons and stories AND we'll even give you a shout-out on the show!
Instagram: @fmhtypodcast
Email: [email protected]
Website: frommyhometoyourspodcast.com
Thanks for being with us on this journey! 🤍
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Back for another episode of the podcast, and Bernadine & Matt don't have a huge amount of progress to share - mostly because they took some well-deserved time off for Matt's Birthday! That doesn't mean they don't have some advice and thoughts to share with you, so stick around!
Topics discussed:
Shoutouts for the communityPatience when progress isn't possibleYour best days are after your wedding dayThe relaxation retreat for Matt's BdayConnection with Diaspora Support in IrelandThis week's tea of choice:
Matt: Pukka Ginseng Matcha Green TeaBernadine: Pukka Revitalise Organic TeaStuff we mentioned:
Sarah's podcast about horse training, "An Equine Conversation"Diaspora Support in IrelandKeep in touch with us!
If you have questions about what do when moving to Ireland or from Australia, or you'd like to ask us about our journey, please ask us! We'd love to hear about your experiences, lessons and stories AND we'll even give you a shout-out on the show!
Instagram: @fmhtypodcast
Email: [email protected]
Website: frommyhometoyourspodcast.com
Thanks for being with us on this journey! 🤍
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Bernadine and Matt have been continuing to tick those travel/settling-in boxes with more advice to give this week. If you're wondering about car parking, Irish small-town culture or the pronunciation of the word "Chamomile", then this one is for you!
This week, they cover:
The full process and documents needed for the spousal Visa.The order of activities needed to buy a car.Bernadine's feelings on returning to Irish, small-town cultureThe Hinterland festival in KellsThe importance of RiverdanceWhy you should not abandon your vehicleI'm sure you're all sick of hearing about cars, but this one could be crucial for the Australians used to a much more relaxed and forgiving approach!
Stuff discussed in this episode:
Irish Expats Facebook Group"A blatant, abandon-mun-nus of cars!" clipHinterlands Festival 2023 in KellsBill Whelan's "Road to Riverdance" bookRiverdance: Eurovision 1994 clipKeep in touch with us!
If you have questions about what do when moving to Ireland or from Australia, or you'd like to ask us about our journey, please ask us! We'd love to hear about your experiences, lessons and stories AND we'll even give you a shout-out on the show!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fmhtypodcast/
Email: [email protected]
Thanks for being with us on this journey! 🤍
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Matt and Bernadine are ten days into their Irish move, and things are going great! From cars to stamps to contracts... there's a lot you've been missing!
This week, you'll get the full experience from their time in Business Class, some reflections from Matt about the intense feelings of leaving your home country, Matt gets his Irish Visa and the final chapter in the Irish automotive purchase (plus some tips on getting your learner's permit 😉).
Stuff from this episode:
Healy Insurances (with the lovely and ever-helpful Mary!)Qatar Business ClassIrish Driver's Theory TestOur favourite Irish TV Shows right now; Pure Mule & KinKeep in touch with us!
If you have questions about what do when moving to Ireland or from Australia, or you'd like to ask us about our journey, please ask us! We'd love to hear about your experiences, lessons and stories AND we'll even give you a shout-out on the show!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fmhtypodcast/
Email: [email protected]
Thanks for being with us on this journey! 🤍
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Matt and Bernadine have now officially made the move to Ireland! As they find their feet and shake off the remnants of jet lag, they have a special surprise for you this week.
Throughout the process of packing up their home and preparing to move, they've recorded a series of short audio clips to take you on the journey. The emotions, the process and the authentic sounds of the spaces they've moved between over the seven days of packing up their Australian lives.
The audio quality in this episode is largely untreated this time - enjoy the ambiance at each stage of their journey and you might find a small piece of Melbourne that you've been missing...
*The Big Question*
As prompted in this episode, we want to know if you're a Barry's Tea advocate, or a Lyon's Tea enthusiast! Send an email to [email protected] and put "Barrys" or "Lyons" into the subject line to let us know, and we'll reveal the results of the vote in the next episode!
Keep in touch with us!
If you have questions about what do when moving to Ireland or from Australia, or you'd like to ask us about our journey, please ask us! We'd love to hear about your experiences, lessons and stories AND we'll even give you a shout-out on the show!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fmhtypodcast/
Email: [email protected]
Thanks for being with us on this journey! 🤍
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Bernadine and Matthew are feeling tired and emotional... it might become clear in the tenor of their voices, but they still have plenty of experiences to share and shout-outs to make!
In this episode, Bernadine and Matt share their final moments with colleagues and friends, the lead-up to finalising their house before the tenants move in, some auto stuff, and how Bernadine's parents have been lighting her way home for the last thirteen years.
There are tears. There are laughs. Standard fare for a "From My Home To Yours" episode!
Some stuff we talked about:
Pierre Collet Motors: amazing car mechanic in Burwood Oonagh's Facebook GroupAutoretro PodcastMelbourne EarthquakeKeep in touch with us!
If you have questions about what do when moving to Ireland or from Australia, or you'd like to ask us about our journey, please ask us! We'd love to hear about your experiences, lessons and stories AND we'll even give you a shout-out on the show!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fmhtypodcast/
Email: [email protected]
Thanks for being with us on this journey! 🤍
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We're almost there! Bernadine and Matt are continuing to pack up their house, but now the farewells have begun.
In this episode, Matt talks about the unexpected passing of his grandfather, the pair discuss saying goodbye to the Australian family, and the importance of trust and setting your mindset during the big move. It's easy to question and relitigate every decision you make when you're embarking on a big journey - trust in yourself, your decisions and your partner.
Keep in touch with us!
If you have questions about what do when moving to Ireland or from Australia, or you'd like to ask us about our journey, please ask us! We'd love to hear about your experiences, lessons and stories AND we'll even give you a shout-out on the show!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fmhtypodcast/
Email: [email protected]
Thanks for being with us on this journey! 🤍
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Bernadine & Matt are continuing to do their thing, packing up their lives to get ready to move across the world to Ireland from Australia.
You'll find out what they've ticked off their to-do lists, navigating the emotions that are part of a move like this and some extra tid-bits & advice for you. Not every situation is the same, but moving across the world has considerations like tax, bank accounts and cars. In this episode, you get the full "mind and body" package of "From My Home To Yours"!
Keep in touch with us!
If you have questions about what do when moving to Ireland or from Australia, or you'd like to ask us about our journey, please ask us! We'd love to share our experience and we'll even give you a shout-out on the show.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fmhtypodcast/
Email: [email protected]
Thanks for being with us on this journey! 🤍
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Welcome to the first official episode of "From My Home To Yours", a podcast about Bernadine and Matthew's journey, moving their life from Australia (Matt's Home) to Ireland (Bernadine's Home).
As an introduction to us, we'll be talking about everything you need to know before we get stuck into the journey. You'll hear about our reasons for moving, our journey in Australia so far, what we do and why we're doing this podcast.
Not only will we be drinking tea and lighting candles every episode but we want to make sure that you've got what you need to make the same move without the hassle. Listen every episode for information, tips and our reflections on the journey so far.
Keep in touch with us!
If you have questions about what do when moving to Ireland or from Australia, or you'd like to ask us about our journey, please ask us! We'd love to share our experience and we'll even give you a shout-out on the show.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fmhtypodcast/
Email: [email protected]
Thanks for being with us on this journey! 🤍
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If you're looking for a podcast by Bernadine and Matthew talking about moving to Ireland and/or from Australia, then you're in the right place! Subscribe today to hear about our journey, the logistics of moving to Ireland from Australia and our thoughtful reflections on our big life change.
Keep in touch with us!
If you have questions about what do when moving to Ireland or from Australia, or you'd like to ask us about our journey, please ask us! We'd love to share our experience and we'll even give you a shout-out on the show.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fmhtypodcast/
Email: [email protected]
Thanks for being with us on this journey! 🤍
