Join Shane McCarthy — one of Ireland’s most loved content creators and viral TikTok stars — as he sits down each week for honest, hilarious, and unfiltered chats about life, love, pop culture, and everything in between. Known for his quick wit, iconic one-liners, and unapologetic storytelling, Shane dives deep into the things everyone’s thinking but few will say out loud.From hair transplants to his go-to Chinese takeaway, no topic is off limits. Expect big laughs, sharp insights, and moments of pure honesty as Shane brings his trademark humour and heart to every conversation. If you love Irish banter, real talk, and a good dose of chaos — I Said What I Said is the podcast you won’t want to miss.
This week’s Monday Dilemma is messy, awkward, and way too relatable.
A listener organised her boyfriend’s mam’s 68th at home and somehow ended up booking catering, cake, decorations and getting the house ready for 30 people… €900 out of her own pocket. When she sent on the receipts, the sister decided she should pay a “quarter” because she helped organise it, then accidentally dropped a message calling her a martyr.
Shane is raging on her behalf and breaks down exactly why this is people taking advantage, why the boyfriend has to step in, and how to set the tone now before it becomes your whole life (and Christmas dinner too).
12 Oct 2026
What's More Important - Money or Friends?
This week's Monday Dilemma is not an easy one! Shane and Kate discuss the challenge of facing a job offer which although looks great from the outside, may mean life has to change more than our listener wants.
It raises questions on what's most important when it comes to your job. Is it money? Is it culture? Shane is attracted by the money but then changes his mind when Kate makes him think further!
It's a great laugh as Shane is blinded by the prospect of a 20K brand deal, but it does lead to an interesting conversation about a genuinely tough scenario.
Remember to send your Dilemmas to Shane on Instagram if you want to get his thoughts on whatever is causing you grief!
7 Oct 2026
Live Shows, Gypsy Rose and Traitors Woes
This week's episode is complete chaos as Shane prepares for his live shows. You can tell he's excited for getting back on stage!
Shane chats to Kate which kicks off with a bang as he shares his recent annoyance with Gypsy Rose, among other true crime taking up his feeds.
They guys then discuss how Shane would fare on Traitors and how he would go about taking on the other contestants. Coincidentally it's just off the back of his recent spot on Ireland AM, so they also discuss how he would be as a presenter.
Obviously with the week that's in it, Shane shares some behind the scenes goss on his upcoming live shows. We get a exclusive sneak peak on what the show will look like which is super exciting!
To close, Shane talks about his upcoming trip to Turkey and the reality of getting his teeth done.
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