In this special bonus episode of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast, we welcome back a powerful voice and previous guest, Robin Grace, who first joined us in Season 5, Episode 5. During that episode, Robin courageously opened up about his battle with mental health issues rooted in childhood trauma, sharing how it led to moments of deep struggle and suicidal thoughts. His story left a lasting impression on us and our listeners alike. Since then, Robin has been on a mission. Passionate about makin...
Jul 19, 2025•46 min
In this episode, we’re keeping things real, raw and exactly how we like it.First up on The Overload, we catch up with friend of the podcast Richard Cockerline over a remote video call, bridging the gap between the UK and Ireland. It’s a wholesome chat with plenty of laughs, touching on the importance of reaching out to your mates, keeping safe on site, and of course, what vans we’re all driving these days. A proper off-the-cuff conversation that’s as genuine as it gets.Closing out the episode, w...
Jul 13, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 7Ep. 2
This week on Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast, we’re back in studio for the first episode of Season 7 with two brilliant guests. The Overload Segment: We’re joined by apprentice electrician and friend of the show Gerard Cullen, who steps up to take on our challenge wall before sticking around for a chat. Gerard tells us about his experience travelling to London as a finalist in the Screwfix UK & Ireland Apprentice of the Year competition, where he narrowly missed out on the top spot. We al...
Jul 06, 2025•1 hr 21 min•Season 7Ep. 1
BONUS EPISODE - Water Of Life In this short but tasty bonus, we’re diving straight into the good stuff, the uisce beatha. We revisit our chat with Keith Daly, but this time, we strip away the career stories and cut right to the heart (and glass) of it: our Irish whiskey tasting. From first sips to final laughs, it’s a short but flavour-packed episode that’ll leave you wanting a drop of the pure yourself. So pour yourself a drop, settle in, and join us for some proper craic over a few fine whiske...
Jun 29, 2025•20 min•Season 6Ep. 16
In this short but fiery 'Product Of The Week' bonus episode, we revisit a flavour-packed tasting session featuring Shane Doherty, the creator behind the mouthwatering Little Red Sauces.Stephen and Keith roll up their sleeves and dive into a live tasting of Shane’s handcrafted sauces… with none other than chicken wings as the testing ground! Joining the lads in the studio are Josh and Daniel, Keith’s apprentices who just happened to be outside and hungry. Along with Keith's apprentices we welcome...
Jun 22, 2025•7 min•Season 6Ep. 15
Join Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan on their award winning podcast for Season 4 Episode 8. On this episode, Stephen an Keith engage in a deep conversation with one another about the challenges of parenting in the digital age and the impact of technology on youth of today. On the Special Guest Interview Segment the lads are joined by Junior Pastry Sous Chef Aoife Comerford. She discusses her journey of personal growth through the education system and culinary arts. They explore the importance ...
Jun 22, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 4Ep. 8
In this special bonus episode, Stephen and Keith dive into their Product of the Week segment, shining the spotlight on one of the most innovative fire suppression solutions on the market, the MAUS Stixx PRO Series . The lads break down why this award-winning product is making waves across multiple sectors including Healthcare, Pharma, Data Centres, Public Facilities, Utilities, and the Electrical Industry . Designed to prevent electrical fires before they spread , the MAUS Stixx PRO is compact, ...
Jun 20, 2025•9 min•Season 6Ep. 14
In this bonus episode of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast , we’re joined by the brilliant Carl James from IRISS , a global leader in electrical safety innovation. We dive deep into their revolutionary Safe-Connect products and the game-changing thermochromic technology behind them. From preventing costly damage to cables and critical infrastructure, to protecting workers and equipment before issues even arise, IRISS is helping reshape how the industry approaches safety. Think of it as giving y...
Jun 15, 2025•20 min•Season 6Ep. 13
In this raw and unfiltered bonus episode, we bring you an exclusive behind-the-scenes chat that happened before we hit record on Season 6, Episode 10. The cameras were rolling, the mics were live, and the conversation was just too good to keep to ourselves. Co-host Keith picks up mid-rant about being used by a potential client to price up work—only for them to hire someone else. Safe to say, he's not impressed. Guest Adam Stears jumps in with valuable insights on how he handles similar situation...
Jun 13, 2025•19 min•Season 6Ep. 12
In this powerful bonus episode, we’re joined by Karl Kelly, Irish personal trainer, former professional boxer, and a man with a story that hits hard in all the right ways. Karl opens up about his early life growing up in Monkstown Farm, Dublin, sharing his struggles with the traditional school system, especially the disconnect he felt with mainstream education and physical education classes. Boxing became his outlet, a passion sparked at a young age that evolved into a professional career, inclu...
Jun 01, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 6Ep. 11
We're wrapping up another incredible season of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast with not one, but two brilliant guests who embody growth, grit, and supporting others. First up on The Overload Segment, we’re joined by none other than UK-based electrician and YouTube sensation Adam Stears aka SOTA Electrical. Adam takes us through the unexpected turns of his career journey, sharing where he thought life would take him and how he found his calling in the electrical trade. He opens up about buildi...
May 25, 2025•2 hr 27 min•Season 6Ep. 10
It’s the penultimate episode of Season 6 , and we’ve got an inspiring double-header for you. Kicking things off in The Overload Segment , we usually focus on the trades – but this week, we welcome a different kind of apprentice. Jordan Dargan , Irish entrepreneur and standout contestant on BBC’s The Apprentice UK 2025 , joins us to talk about his roots, his business journey, and what it was really like in the boardroom. From growing up in Ireland to pitching big ideas on national TV, Jordan brin...
May 18, 2025•2 hr 34 min•Season 6Ep. 9
In this week’s episode, we kick things off with a special edition of The Overload Segment, featuring a brilliant father-daughter duo: Tom and Ella Kindregan from KDL Retail Interiors. Tom shares his journey into the trade, starting from a young age and driven by a deep-rooted passion for construction. His daughter Ella, just 18 and preparing for her Leaving Certificate Exams, tells us how she’s taken every opportunity since the age of 14 to work alongside her dad and learn the ins and outs of th...
May 11, 2025•1 hr 46 min•Season 6Ep. 8
We kick off this episode with our Overload Segment, where three electrical apprentices from different sectors Daniel Sadlier, Jordan Malongi, and Zoe Hynes joined us in-studio after winning our Instagram competition to take on the Electricians Challenge Wall and be in with a shot at nabbing the new Velocity Pro Gear Rogue 600 Wheeler Toolbag. After a tense and competitive time trial, Dan Sadlier claimed victory!The apprentices then stepped up to the mic with us for a light-hearted chat about the...
May 04, 2025•1 hr 42 min•Season 6Ep. 7
In this powerful and deeply important episode, we shed light on an often overlooked issue: eating disorders in men. While conditions like anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder are frequently associated with women, men suffer too — often in silence, hidden by stigma and misunderstanding. We dive into the real experiences behind these struggles, emphasizing that there is a person behind every illness, battling serious physical and mental health challenges that, in severe cases, can lead to ...
Apr 27, 2025•2 hr 9 min•Season 6Ep. 6
In this powerful double-feature episode of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast, we bring you two deeply inspiring conversations that explore the highs, lows, and honest realities of life behind the scenes — both online and on the canvas. We kick things off with Jay Kavanagh, a Dublin-based digital creator and lifestyle influencer whose eye for fashion, love of travel, and authentic daily storytelling have earned him a loyal and growing audience across platforms. Jay takes us behind the filters to...
Apr 20, 2025•2 hr 20 min•Season 6Ep. 5
In Season 6, Episode 4 of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast, the lads are joined by an old friend and returning guest, Gary O’Neill from O’Neill and Son’s Electrical. Gary drops in for The Overload Segment and takes on the now infamous Challenge Wall before settling in for some proper shop talk. The conversation flows as the trio chat about the latest in renewables, the increasing demand for solar installations, business growth within the electrical trade, and what it means to evolve with the i...
Apr 13, 2025•1 hr 34 min•Season 6Ep. 4
This episode is packed with real stories, raw and powerful conversations across two powerful segments.OVERLOAD SEGMENT:Back in Season 1, we caught up with Kamile Macijauskaite — aka KimmyTheSparks — over the phone. Fast forward to Season 6, and we finally sit down with her in person at Robus HQ in Dublin during her Robus Visitor Tour.In this stripped-back conversation, Kimmy opens up about:Working abroad and the cultural differences she’s seen in the trades.Using her platform to inspire young gi...
Apr 06, 2025•2 hr 7 min•Season 6Ep. 3
In this powerful episode, Stephen and Keith welcome two incredible guests who share their unique journeys through their respective industries. We kick things off with Theo Webster, a two-time UK Electrician of the Year winner. Theo delves into the highs and lows of self-employment, the importance of mental health awareness, and maintaining health and safety on site. He also opens up about his recovery journey from a serious back injury and how it reshaped his approach to work and life. Closing o...
Apr 05, 2025•1 hr 57 min•Season 6Ep. 2
We’re Back! Kicking Off Season 6 with an Electrical Trade Special We're launching Season 6 with a powerhouse episode focused on the electrical trade, featuring expert insights and inspiring career journeys. On The Overload Segment, we sit down with John Ford, the Technical Training Manager at Robus Lighting, to discuss: His career journey and how he landed at Robus Lighting. The critical role of an airtight Quality Control process in lighting. The latest innovations in the sector and what’s next...
Mar 24, 2025•1 hr 34 min•Season 6Ep. 1
Between Season 5 and the much-anticipated Season 6, Stephen and Keith are back with a special bonus episode! This time, they’re handing over the mic (sort of) to their listeners by answering anonymous questions sent in via Instagram. Expect laughs, a few surprises, and some classic trade industry banter as the lads tackle everything from work dilemmas to life’s oddest queries. Join the Conversation! Got a question for the next Q&A? Want to hear us chat about a specific topic? Drop us a messa...
Mar 03, 2025•22 min•Season 5Ep. 11
Welcome to the Season 5 finale of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast! In this special episode, we’re wrapping up Season 5 with two incredible guests who share their journeys, insights, and experiences in the trades and beyond. Joining us for The Overload Segment is Richard Doyle, Managing Director of Royal Kitchens and The Construction Crew. You might also recognize him from the hit Irish TV show DIY SOS. Richard sits down with us to discuss: His career journey and how he built his reputation in...
Feb 24, 2025•1 hr 47 min•Season 5Ep. 10
Welcome back to Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast! We’re gearing up for the big season finale, but first, we’ve got a jam-packed penultimate episode featuring two incredible guests.The Overload Segment – Aaron James Darvill (Anker Solix)Joining Stephen and Keith on the Overload Segment this week is Aaron James Darvill from Anker Solix. Aaron shares his journey in the renewable energy industry and gives us an exclusive look at the rollout of Anker Solix solar products across the UK and Ireland. ...
Feb 17, 2025•1 hr 40 min•Season 5Ep. 9
For our milestone 50th episode, we are thrilled to welcome Nicola Connolly Byrne, a multi-award-winning personal development expert and international speaker, including taking the stage at TEDx to share her inspiring story.Nicola opens up about her childhood and the challenges that shaped her adult life. She dives deep into the mental struggles she faced, how she overcame them, and how she has now dedicated her career to helping others cut through the fog to improve their personal and profession...
Feb 10, 2025•1 hr 39 min•Season 5Ep. 8
Stephen and Keith are back with another jam-packed episode of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast! This week, we’re diving into two fascinating conversations that highlight both the opportunities for apprentices working abroad and the importance of affordability in the life safety sector. The Overload Segment: Karl Cummins on Working Abroad as an Apprentice First up, the lads sit down with Irish electrical apprentice Karl Cummins, who shares his experiences working across Europe during his appren...
Feb 03, 2025•1 hr 44 min•Season 5Ep. 7
In this electrifying episode of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast, Stephen and Keith are joined by two powerhouse guests, each with an incredible story to tell. First up, Eddie Nolan, Managing Director of Dynamic Electrical, shares his journey from the early days of his career to becoming the official supplier and installer of Maus Fire Suppression Systems across the UK and Ireland. Eddie gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to scale a business in the electrical industry wh...
Jan 27, 2025•1 hr 55 min•Season 5Ep. 6
Content Warning: Welcome to a very special and emotional episode of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast as we celebrate our one-year anniversary and kick off 2025 with a powerful, inspiring installment! 🎉 Overload Segment We’re joined by Sean McCloughlin, a WorldSkills Lyon 2024 Medallion of Excellence Winner and a qualified electrician at G Mac Electrical, his family’s business. Sean shares his journey of representing Ireland on the world stage, the hard work it took to compete in Lyon, and the...
Jan 20, 2025•2 hr 15 min•Season 5Ep. 5
In this Christmas special episode of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast, Hosts Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan sit down with blogger, influencer and fellow Balbriggan native Aoibhe Devlin for a reflective and inspiring conversation. From growing up in Balbriggan to navigating the highs and lows of having a social presence. She talks all things motherhood and mental health whilst sharing her journey as a digital creator and offers insights into the ever-evolving influencer landscape. Together, ...
Dec 23, 2024•40 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast – Episode Highlights Hosts: Stephen Buckley & Keith Delahan Special Guests: Paul Collins (The Marble Master) – Expert in marble restoration and tiling. Tony Griffin – Former Clare hurler, acclaimed author, performance coach, and philanthropist. --- In this captivating episode of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast, Stephen and Keith sit down with two incredible guests, each with unique stories of resilience, growth, and success. Segment 1: Overload with Paul...
Dec 16, 2024•1 hr 44 min•Season 5Ep. 4
Join Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan on their award winning podcast where they are joined on this episode by two insightful guests.On the 'Overload Segment' they welcome Finance Expert Cian Carolan onto the podcast where they explore various themes surrounding community engagement, financial awareness, and personal growth. They discuss the importance of addressing financial topics in Ireland, the misconceptions surrounding financial advice, and the role of debt in financial planning. The conve...
Dec 09, 2024•2 hr 12 min•Season 5Ep. 3
