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17 episodes

It's Giving In My Head
04/2/2026 | 32 mins.
Shane is back with a brand new episode, He chats about having a very very chill week while also being deep in his thoughts and feelings. Calm on the outside, busy in the head.
He is buzzing because he is heading to a concert that really means something to him. The kind of concert he reckons will have him crying the whole way through.
He opens up about his icks, vulnerability, and why so many people struggle to speak up when money is tight or when life feels heavy.
Shane also teases next week’s episode and trust us, it is a big one. He hints at why he is heading to Marconi House, home of Go Loud.
It's Giving Where We Came From
28/1/2026 | 40 mins.
This week Shane is joined by Wilzee, a powerful voice from the Travelling community who is using education, music and lived experience to challenge stereotypes and create real change. They get deep on identity, education and where prejudice comes from, with Shane opening up about what it was like to come out as gay and how different that could have been years ago.
Wilzee shares his own journey, from completing a four year degree to advocating for better access to education and working on his upcoming album, with plenty of laughs throughout.
It's Giving Fear of Chat GPT
21/1/2026 | 32 mins.
Shane is back this week having a proper catch up and it starts with the stress of leaving his suitcase on the bus on the way down. The panic was very real.
He chats honestly about what ADHD looks like for him and what happens when he goes into an ADHD episode. Shane also gives his opinion on people using ChatGPT and opens up about his fears around it, and it is hilarious.
It's Giving Laughs First Then the Truth
14/1/2026 | 40 mins.
In this week’s episode of I Said What I Said, Shane is joined by Beth Wyer, host of the Go Loud podcast Tipsy Topics, for a laugh out loud, real conversation. They kick things off with one of those stories you genuinely have to hear to believe, before wandering into chats about the evil eye, life in the spotlight, and what it’s really like to be unfiltered online.
Things get honest as Shane and Beth talk about living with ADHD and OCD, the truths about medication and support, and why speaking openly about hard stuff actually matters. This one’s funny, honest, relatable, and insightful.
It's Giving New Year, Same Shane
07/1/2026 | 29 mins.
Shane is back for the first episode of 2026 and he’s catching you up after the Christmas break.
He reflects on the festive period, why he chose to keep parts of it off social media, and the realities of navigating online judgement and backlash. Shane also shares big personal and professional updates, including changes behind the scenes and what he’s aiming for in the year ahead.
Real, reflective, and straight talking, Shane sets the tone for 2026 and where he’s heading next.

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About I Said What I Said with Shane McCarthy

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.

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