On today's show Matt Shared with us his experience of traveling solo around Thailand for nearly three weeks. Matt talks tells us what it was like to spend three weeks alone on a holiday for his first time traveling. Matt spent much of his time on his holiday trying to learn and understand the culture in Thailand so in this show Matt was able to give us a great insight to his experiences, friends he met and the beautiful placed he went too. This holiday appears to have been a roller coaster of em...
Nov 19, 2018•46 min
On the show today Matt got to chat with Buddhist Monk Rom who is from the suan dok temple chiang mai Thailand. Matt and Rom spoke about the benefits meditation, calming the monkey mind and the philosophy of Buddhism. While touring Matt got to visit 3 temples, suan dok temple, Palad Temple and doi suthep temple and spend the day with Hom who spent ten years as a monk. So Matt was able to share with us his fun filled adventures while currently traveling around Thailand. It was an honor to have Rom...
Nov 05, 2018•51 min
On today's show Matt sat down and chatted with Becky Woods. Becky is a Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) from the National Rehabilitation Hospital. Becky is also a successful triathlete. Matt and Becky spoke in-depth about her work as an SLT, her enormous passion for running, triathlons and all things exercise related. It was an honor to have Becky on the show to share with us her passion and enthusiasm for life. Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy the show. Special Thanks to; Niall ...
Oct 31, 2018•1 hr 13 min
On today's show Matt sat down and chatted with social care leader Jim Gilsenan. Jim shared some of his life story that included traveling around the world and working on some amazing projects in Africa. Also discussed on the show was Jim's first hand experience of the homeless and drug issues in Ireland today and much more. It was an honor to have Jim on the show to share his life story with us. Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy the show. Special Thanks to; Niall Reilly - www.rooneym...
Oct 22, 2018•1 hr 1 min
On today's show Matt sat down and chatted with Carolyn Harvey from ISA Nutrition to review the Fat loss and training program he has been following the last 16 weeks which Carolyn designed. Also discussed was the challenges and success that Matt faced while on the program, weight cutting for boxing and much more. Thank you for listening, hope you enjoy the show. Special Thanks to; Niall Reilly - www.rooneymedia.com Carolyn Harvey- ISA Nutrition Magic Minds Podcast Team Matt Burke- Host Aaron Keog...
Oct 15, 2018•1 hr 13 min
On today's show Matt chatted to Charles J Jackson who was spinal patient at the National Rehabilitation Hospital. Charles shares his like story with us. Charles has experienced difficult times in his life such as, becoming paralyzed, on deaths door as he calls it and having a black angel. Through all those difficult times Charles never lost his gratuity for life and he attributes this to his mother who was a huge influence in his life. No story is complete without a love story romance in it and ...
Oct 08, 2018•32 min
on today's show Matt chatted with Tonie Walsh also know as the Godfather of Gay. Tonie is the founder of the Irish Queer Archives and an LGBTQ activist. Tonie and Matt chatted about the decriminalization of homosexuality in Ireland, the current HIV crisis and the AID's memorial that Tonie is heavily involved with and so much more. Tonie is staring in a one man show called I Am Tonie Walsh. I Am Tonie Walsh is our powerful new show about active citizenship, creativity over consumption, and commun...
Oct 01, 2018•1 hr 39 min
On today's show Matt got to chat to Graham Merrigan who is Co-host of the Fantastic Whats The Story Podcast. Graham and Matt chatted about some current hot topics such as Roy Keane's latest whatsapp message, the Irish housing crisis and of course the Mark Pollock Ted Talk. Graham as a wheel chair user was not to happy with Marks Ted Talk to say the least. so himself and Matt chatted about this in great detail and the potential effects that the talk could have on other wheel chair users. It was a...
Sep 24, 2018•1 hr 34 min
On today's show Matt got to chat to his former lecturer Dr Gerard Colleran who is a microbiologist and lecturer at the institute of Technology Tallaght. Matt and Gerard discussed how Gerard had such a huge impact and influence of Matt's educational journey as a mature student and now as a professional. also discussed on the show was HPV vaccination, cervical cancer, Antibiotic resistance bacteria (superbugs) and much more. It was an honor to have Dr Gerard Colleran on the show to share his story...
Sep 17, 2018•1 hr 18 min
In aid of World suicide prevention day 2018. The aim of the show is to raise awareness for suicide and give you the listener some education that maybe beneficial to you or a family member. In this episode we have collaborated parts of other interviews from professionals such as Maeve Nolan, Clinical psychologist and Maria Frampton, Consultant psychiatrist. we also have guests Shane Kirkwood and Alison MacCarvil both will share their experience of attempting to take their own life by suicide. If ...
Sep 10, 2018•36 min
On today's show Matt got to chat to a very talented actor by the name of Steve Gunn. Steve who played Dan in fair city. Steve and Matt spoke about his time fair city and how that led him to the National Rehabilitation Hospital then on to playing wheel chair basket ball with the Ballybrack Bulls. Steve is also a very talented musician and yoga teacher. Steve has many strings to his bow, excuse the pun. This interview will give you a great insight to the life of an Irish actor and the lengths they...
Sep 03, 2018•59 min
On today's show Matt got to chat to a very special guest by the name of Alison Mac Carvil. To date Alison has suffered several brain injuries since the age of five years old. Alison shared her story of living with an acquired brain injury and the impact it had on her life and all the obstacles she has overcame. Alison hosts her own radio show on Near FM. Alison is an incredibly brave and inspirational young lady with buckets of enthusiasm. It was an honor to have her on the show to share her sto...
Aug 27, 2018•59 min
Today's show Matt got to chat to a local liberties treasure Liz Gillis. Liz is an author and local historian. Liz is the author of seven books covering the Irish Revolutionary period 1916-23 including 'Ireland Over All', 'The Fall of Dublin', 'Revolution in Dublin', 'Women of the Irish Revolution', 'The Hales Brothers and the Irish Revolution', 'May 25: The Burning of the Custom House 1921' and co-author of 'Richmond Barracks We Were There: 77 Women of the Easter Rising'. Liz and Matt discuss wh...
Aug 20, 2018•1 hr 25 min
In today's show Matt got to chat to Dr Maria Frampton. Maria is a consultant Psychiatrist at the National Rehabilitation Hospital. Maria and Matt discussed a broad range of mental health issues which included, Ireland's attitude to mental health, suicide and depression and much more. when it comes to all things mental health Maria has the ability to deliver her message in a very simplistic and effective way. This interview will hopefully give you the listeners a great insight into Mental Health ...
Aug 13, 2018•1 hr 4 min
In today's show Matt got to chat to Sir Stevo Timothy and Lady Sinéad Nora AKA Farmer Michael and Kathleen. Sir Stevo was involved in a road traffic accident that has left him with a severe disability and a daily struggle with pain management. Sir Stevo looks back on this period in his life as a turning point and since then has gone on to achieve great success with the help and support of his partner in crime Lady Sinead Nora. This interview will hopefully give you the listeners a great insight ...
Aug 06, 2018•44 min
Today's show Matt sat down with two amazing lady’s, Liz Collins and her superstar of a daughter Claudia Scanlon. Claudia was born with Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) also known as butterfly syndrome. EB is a distressing and painful genetic skin condition that causes the skin layers and internal body linings to separate. Claudia talks about living with EB, Her great friends and nurses, her attitude to life and the amazing bond she has with her mam Liz. Liz is the Family Patient Ambassador for Debra I...
Jul 29, 2018•57 min
In today's show Matt got to sit down and chat with an extremely talented young Dublin actor by the name of Stephen Jones. Stephen gave a great insight to his career as a writer/actor and how growing up in Tallaght helped shape his career and success . Stephen and Matt shared their views about mental health, suicide and the topic of class divide in society. Stephen is currently starring in a film called Dublin Old School with Emmet Kirwin so he gave us the low down on that and many more of the ex...
Jul 22, 2018•1 hr 7 min
On today's show Matt got to sit down and chat with an extraordinary young traveler woman Eileen Flynn. Eileen shared her life story with us which at times was very sad, funny and extremely inspirational. Eileen gives a very honest account of life as a traveler woman and the impact that had on her from a young age and how she has over came that to now becoming a powerful voice is society. what makes Eileen's story so endearing is the fact although she has had to overcome so many difficulties in h...
Jul 15, 2018•1 hr 27 min
In today's show i had the absolute pleasure to interview Dr Jules Dalby. Jules is Conor Mr Gregors doctor and Sports Physiologist. Jules himself is an accomplished cyclist and Guinness book of record holder. Jules generously shared his vast knowledge and years experience of the health and fitness industry, combat sport and the F.A.S.T program which was famously used my the Notorious Conor Mc Gregor for his rematch with Nat Diaz. Hope you enjoy the show. Don't forget to share with family and frie...
Jul 02, 2018•1 hr 13 min
My very special guest today was a young lady by the name of Karen Mc Gettigan. Karen was involved in a serious car accident which left her with a significant traumatic brain injury. Karen shared her story of living with a brain injury and the impact it had not only on her but also her young family. This is a powerful, beautiful and funny story about living with a traumatic brain injury delivered in an honest and open way because that is just the way Karen is. she is an amazing lady and it was an...
Jun 17, 2018•48 min
Today i got to interview two extremely brave and incredible women. The two girls are the founders of the charity, Shannon's Hopeline. This charity provides support to people and families in the Dublin 8 area who are experiencing difficulties with mental health, suicide, bullying or self esteem issues. This was a powerful interview because the girls shared with me their personal experience of losing a family member to suicide. Sandra is Shannon's Mam and Lisa is her aunt. Sandra and Lisa shared h...
Jun 04, 2018•49 min
Today's show i got the opportunity to interview Carolyn Harvey from ISA Nutrition. Carolyn is the founder of ISA Nutrition and she is also a very successful Masters Physique Competitor. This interview was fantastic because the knowledge she shared with me and Carolyn's honesty. Carolyn has experienced difficult periods in her life around eating disorders but still gone on to achieve great success in her personal life, her competitions and now her successful nutrition company. Thank you for liste...
May 28, 2018•1 hr 2 min
Today's show i sat down with a really remarkable young man by the name of Robert O Byrne. Robert at the age of 17 years old sustained a C5 Spinal injury in 2005 that left him paralyzed. Since then Robert has completed a degree in business and qualified as a personal. if this is no amazing enough Robert was diagnosed dyslexic as a kid. This guy is a real life hero and inspiration to us all. Thank you for listening and i hope you enjoy the show. check out - Robert O Byrne & "what's your Excuse...
May 20, 2018•50 min
My very special guest today was the amazing Sacha Dekker. Sacha has experienced so many life changing events but she still continues to achieve above and beyond her life ambitions. Sacha was an extremely successful young woman till life threw her an other curl ball. In 2015 Sacha experienced an Acquired Brain Injury but like everything else in her life Sacha continued to overcome adversity and continue to achieve amazing things. Sacha is a shinning light to us all in life. Thank you for listenin...
May 13, 2018•1 hr 2 min
Today's show i got to interview the amazing Clinical Psychologist Maeve Nolan from the National Rehabilitation Hospital. This certainly was a hugely educational interview for me. Thank you and i hope you enjoy the show #RooneyMedia
May 06, 2018•1 hr 2 min
Today's show i had the absolute pleasure to share a very powerful and personal story with a brave young man by the name of Shane Kirkwood. Shane talks honestly and openly about his life experiences with Mental Health, Suicide, MMA and so much more. His outlook on life now is remarkable and refreshing. Thank you for listening and i hope you enjoy the show. Special thanks to our: Sponsors: Niall Reilly- www.rooneymedia.com Carolyn Harvey- ISA Nutrition. Magic Minds Podcast Team Matt Burke- Host Ke...
Apr 28, 2018•1 hr 21 min
on today's show i got to sit down with an amazing man who suffered an acquired brain injury in 2013 but he does not let it define him or slow him down in life. Thank you Dr Esosa Special thanks to our: Sponsors: Niall Reilly- www.rooneymedia.com Carolyn Harvey- ISA Nutrition. Magic Minds Podcast Team Matt Burke- Host Kevin Doyle- The Technical Legend Aaron Keogh- Social Media & Promotion
Apr 24, 2018•25 min
The very first episode of Magic Minds!
Apr 19, 2018•2 min
on today's show Matt sat down with Derek Cummins. Derick suffered a Brain Injury in 2013 but has still gone on to achieve amazing things and also writes beautiful poetry. Special thanks to our: Sponsors: Niall Reilly- www.rooneymedia.com Carolyn Harvey- ISA Nutrition. Magic Minds Podcast Team Matt Burke- Host Kevin Doyle- The Technical Legend Aaron Keogh- Social Media & Promotion
Apr 19, 2018•1 hr 2 min
On today's show Matt sat down and spoke with Frankie Gaffney who is the author of the book Dublin seven. It is an amazing book and a must read. This lad is extremely talented and just a genuine sound lad. Enjoy the show. Special thanks to our: Sponsors: Niall Reilly- www.rooneymedia.com Carolyn Harvey- ISA Nutrition. Magic Minds Podcast Team Matt Burke- Host Kevin Doyle- The Technical Legend Aaron Keogh- Social Media & Promotion
Apr 16, 2018•47 min
