Send us a text Dr. Darragh McCashin joins us to explore how the online world affects our boys' mental, emotional and social development, offering insights on navigating digital challenges while supporting healthy masculinity. • Different responses to toxic online content: some boys consume and ignore, others parrot without understanding, some believe and embody, and some gradually adopt beliefs over time • Research shows social media bans don't reduce overall usage—children simply "make up for l...
Jul 03, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 126
Send us a text Rereleasing this podcast as it was so popular and really demystified genital health! Dr. Aisling Loy, consultant in genitourinary medicine, debunks common misconceptions about sexual health and provides practical advice on addressing genital concerns with compassion and expertise. In this episode, we explore some of the most common myths and overlooked truths in vaginal and sexual health. From the misdiagnosis of chronic candida to the effects of grooming habits on vulval skin, we...
Jun 26, 2025•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 125
Send us a text Niamh Tallon, founder of Her Sport, is on a mission to change how we see women in sport through media coverage, education, and challenging the gender gap that exists across all levels of sport. • One in five girls drop out of sport between primary and secondary school compared to one in twenty boys • 94% of women in executive managerial positions have a background in sport, showing the professional benefits of athletic participation • Body image concerns, period stigma, and lack o...
Jun 19, 2025•1 hr 9 min
Send us a text Vicki Notaro shares her journey from leading magazine editor to successful novelist with two published books and a third on the way. She discusses how she always knew she wanted to be childless by choice and normalizing this decision for women. • Moving from journalism to fiction writing after experiencing burnout in the publishing industry • Finding medication helpful for managing anxiety and prioritizing mental health • Being offered a publishing deal from Penguin at the perfect...
Jun 12, 2025•48 min•Ep. 123
Send us a text Ophthalmic surgeon Dr. Micheál O'Rourke takes us through the fascinating world of eye health, sharing insights from cataracts and macular degeneration to aesthetic procedures and vision preservation. • Eyes constantly move and blink even during sleep, requiring high energy and thin skin for optimal function • Cataracts are an inevitable part of aging, involving protein misalignment in the lens requiring surgical removal and prosthetic lens replacement • Macular degeneration comes ...
Jun 05, 2025•1 hr 56 min
Send us a text Sinéad Hingston-Green shares her heartbreaking journey of losing her husband Jeff while 19 weeks pregnant and how she rebuilt her life through grief, motherhood, and eventually finding love again. Her powerful story illustrates how we can honor those we've lost while still embracing new beginnings and finding purpose in our pain. • Sinead's husband Jeff died suddenly during a boat trip in Portugal when she was 19 weeks pregnant • The traumatic experience of witnessing his medical ...
May 29, 2025•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 121
Send us a text James Green's honest conversation reveals how movement and authenticity can transform both physical and mental wellbeing. His personal journey through chronic illness, grief, and sexuality creates a powerful narrative about finding strength in vulnerability. • Athletic therapy specializes in musculoskeletal care, focusing on injury assessment and rehabilitation • Most effective rehabilitation comes from education and rebuilding strength rather than passive treatments • Progressive...
May 22, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 120
Send us a text "What if your darkest moment became the catalyst for your greatest transformation?" This question lies at the heart of my profound conversation with Niall Harbison, whose remarkable journey from corporate success to rock-bottom alcoholism to purposeful revival might just change your perspective on what truly matters in life. Niall's story begins as a private chef for billionaires aboard luxury yachts, where million-dollar fuel bills and private jets delivering Italian cheese were ...
May 15, 2025•54 min•Ep. 119
Send us a text From Being Dismissed by Doctors to Revolutionising Menopause Care in Ireland – Loretta Dingham’s Journey Is One Every Woman Needs to Hear When Loretta experienced her first hot flushes after her periods stopped at age 49, she thought she must be the youngest woman in Ireland to go through the menopause. Little did she know that the constellation of symptoms she had battled throughout her 40s – headaches that led to brain scans, recurrent urinary tract infections, dry eyes that lan...
May 08, 2025•53 min
Send us a text Dr. Clodagh Campbell, known as The Wellness Psychologist, shares her personal journey with anxiety as an adopted child and reveals how understanding yourself through psychology can transform both how you feel and how you live your life. <br><br>• How adoption and early separation created lifelong patterns of anxiety and abandonment fears<br>• The breaking point that led Clodagh to reevaluate her priorities and slow down<br>• Why anxiety often stems from try...
May 01, 2025•1 hr 43 min
Send us a text In this episode, I’m joined by Abigail Godfrey — Netflix star of Selling the City and a high-profile real estate agent in Manhattan—for a raw and honest conversation about living with chronic pain, managing mental health, and the resilience it takes to thrive behind the scenes of success. Abi shares her experience of being born with congenital torticollis, as well as her journey with genetic scoliosis — a condition that runs through generations of women in her family. At just 12 y...
Apr 24, 2025•53 min•Ep. 117
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Martin Rourke, a Dublin-based GP specialising in men’s health, for a wide-ranging and eye-opening conversation about testosterone, heart health, sleep, and the often-overlooked warning signs men ignore until it’s too late. From erectile dysfunction to fatigue and low motivation, Dr. Rourke explains how many of the symptoms men brush off could actually be pointing to something more serious — and why early action matters. We talk about testostero...
Apr 17, 2025•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 116
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with fitness coach, nutritionist, bestselling author and podcast host Brian Keane to explore how stress, hormones, and mindset play a huge role in overall wellbeing—particularly for women going through perimenopause and beyond. Brian breaks down what cortisol actually does in the body, how it’s often misunderstood, and why short bursts of physical stress—like lifting weights, cold exposure, or high-intensity training—can help lower chronic stress and su...
Apr 10, 2025•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 115
Send us a text In this episode, I’m joined by freediver, author, and speaker Claire Walsh for a powerful and vulnerable conversation about fertility, identity, and the emotional toll of IVF. Claire shares her deeply personal experience of going through seven IVF cycles that didn’t lead to pregnancy, opening up about the physical side effects, financial burden, and emotional rollercoaster that so many women silently endure. We explore how infertility can seep into every part of life—from friendsh...
Apr 03, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 114
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Dympna Little, the brilliantly sharp and darkly hilarious voice behind some of social media’s most honest conversations about grief, cancer, and humour as a coping mechanism. Dympna shares her mother’s battle with peritoneal cancer, highlighting the repeated misdiagnoses that delayed treatment and the raw realities of navigating end-of-life care. She also challenges common narratives around loss, discussing why being present for a loved one’s final...
Mar 27, 2025•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 113
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Prof. Robert Kelly, a leading consultant cardiologist, to explore how small lifestyle changes can have a massive impact on heart health. We break away from the traditional approach to heart care, looking at nutrition, stress management, and mindset shifts that can help prevent and manage cardiovascular disease. Prof. Kelly shares insights on the Mediterranean diet, how visualising yourself as healthy can improve long-term outcomes, and why taking a...
Mar 20, 2025•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 112
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Maurice Neligan, a leading orthopaedic surgeon, to explore everything from knee pain and joint preservation to the latest advancements in joint replacement surgery. We break down what actually happens during surgery, how modern materials are improving outcomes, and the critical role of prehabilitation in setting patients up for success. Maurice shares expert insights on managing joint health, including physiotherapy strategies, lifestyle modificati...
Mar 13, 2025•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 111
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Brian Pennie, an Irish neuroscientist, author, and resilience specialist, to explore his extraordinary journey from heroin addiction to academic success. Brian opens up about his 15-year struggle with addiction, the hidden battles he faced, and the pivotal seizure that became his turning point toward recovery. His story is a powerful testament to resilience, proving that transformation is possible at any stage of life. We also discuss the lasti...
Mar 06, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 110
Send us a text This week we’re revisiting one of our most popular episodes from August 2023, with comedian Kyla Cobbler for an honest and powerful conversation about life, love, and healing. Kyla shares her journey to sobriety, the struggles she faced along the way, and how comedy became a lifeline in navigating challenges. We discuss the realities of dating while sober, the societal expectations placed on women, and the importance of open conversations about women's health. Kyla’s story is one ...
Feb 27, 2025•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 45
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Nikki Dwyer, CEO of Future Beauty, to hear her powerful story of reinvention and resilience. Nikki opens up about breaking free from a toxic relationship, the emotional toll of narcissistic abuse, and how Ozempic reshaped her relationship with food, weight, and wellness. She also highlights the challenges of accessing weight-loss treatments and the stigma surrounding them. We dive into fertility struggles and innovative treatments, including the pi...
Feb 20, 2025•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 109
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Alexandra Ryan, founder and CEO of Goss.ie, for an eye-opening conversation about media, advocacy, and resilience. Alexandra shares her personal experience as a victim of non-consensual intimate image sharing and how it led her to speak out and advocate for change, playing a role in the introduction of Coco’s Law, Ireland’s legislation against online harassment and intimate image abuse. She reflects on the betrayal of trust, the emotional toll on v...
Feb 13, 2025•2 hr 1 min•Ep. 108
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Grace O'Malley, a leading expert in childhood obesity, to explore the complex realities faced by children living in larger bodies. We discuss the societal prejudices they encounter, the challenges their families navigate, and the impact of food poverty. Dr O'Malley shares how obesity affects children's bone health and movement, reflecting on her journey into this field after noticing increased injuries and longer healing times in young patients...
Feb 06, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 107
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Professor Carel Le Roux, a leading obesity expert, to explore the science of obesity as a brain disease rather than a matter of willpower. We challenge the outdated "eat less, move more" mindset and discuss revolutionary treatments, including medications that are transforming how obesity is managed. We dive into the societal stigmas surrounding obesity, the impact of medication shortages, and how these treatments can help prevent conditions like di...
Jan 30, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 106
Send us a text In this episode, I chat with Brittany Stewart, co-founder and COO of BURST Oral Care, about the journey behind the brand’s incredible success. From launching BURST in the Irish market to growing a community of over 40,000 dental professionals in the US, Brittany shares insights into leadership, innovation, and staying true to her vision. We also explore her personal story, from her days studying at UCLA to balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship during the pandemic. Brittany ope...
Jan 23, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 105
Send us a text In this episode, I chat with Bianca Luykx, the editor of VIP Magazine, about her incredible journey in the media industry. With nearly two decades of experience at one of Ireland’s leading magazines, Bianca shares her insights into navigating an ever-evolving industry, including memorable moments like interviewing Beyoncé and Justin Timberlake. She also opens up about her early TV career, sharing her experience of harassment in the workplace and the resilience it took to overcome ...
Jan 16, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 104
Send us a text This week we’re revisiting our most popular episode from February 2024, with Dr. Deirdre Lundy, a specialist in women’s health and menopause, and author of The Menopause . Dr. Lundy shares her expertise on the physical and emotional changes of menopause, offering practical tips for managing symptoms like hot flushes, mood changes, weight gain, and vaginal health. We also tackle myths about treatment options for women post-cancer or with a family history of cancer, and highlight so...
Jan 09, 2025•1 hr 53 min•Ep. 72
Send us a text This week we’re revisiting one of our most popular episodes from April 2023, with Dr. Sarah Callaghan, a GP specializing in women’s health and a true champion for women. In this episode, we dive into the big questions around perimenopause and menopause, including how to manage loneliness and anxiety, whether testosterone can boost libido, and what to do about the seemingly inevitable weight gain. This episode is for anyone going through menopause or perimenopause, as well as their...
Jan 02, 2025•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 30
Send us a text In this episode, I chat with Dr. Clare Cromwell, a leading menopause specialist and GP based in Cork, about empowering women to take charge of their midlife health. We discuss the role of muscle strength in cognitive health, how strength training can help prevent dementia, and why estrogen is vital for bone density. Dr. Cromwell offers practical advice on navigating perimenopause, menopause, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and pelvic floor health. We also dive into the challeng...
Dec 26, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 103
Send us a text In this episode, I’m joined by Sarah Benson, CEO of Women’s Aid, to have an open and vital conversation about gender-based abuse. We discuss the harsh realities of psychological and emotional abuse, physical and sexual abuse, and coercive control. We consider the societal norms that enable these issues, and the alarming rise in abuse during the holiday season. Our discussion highlights the challenges faced by survivors, as Sarah sheds light on the complexities of post-separation a...
Dec 19, 2024•2 hr 4 min•Ep. 102
Send us a text In this episode, I chat with TJ Hegarty, founder and CEO of Breakthrough Maths, about the challenges and opportunities in making maths education more accessible and engaging. TJ shares his innovative approach, including small class sizes and personalised progress tracking, to help students build confidence and succeed in maths. We discuss why girls' performance in maths is declining, exploring the role of societal stereotypes, math anxiety, and the lingering impact of COVID-19 on ...
Dec 12, 2024•57 min•Ep. 101
