Caroline is the founder of The Yoga Barre, a studio that offers a number of classes based on disciplines that she has studied over the years whilst traveling the world. Barre was developed by a ballerina, Lotte Berk, a German dancer living in London. She came up with the idea to combine her dance conditioning routine with rehabilitative therapy aft…

This is part two of a live podcast with Dr. Brian Pennie, recorded in the Whale Theatre in Greystones, Ireland. The conversation delved into the importance of human connections, addiction and the neuroscience of it. For more information visit www.socialfabric.ie

This is a recording of a live podcast with Dr Brian Pennie, recorded in the Whale Theatre, Greystones, Ireland. The conversation delved into the importance of human connections, addiction and the neuroscience of it. The Poem "Alone", written by Maya Angelou, was read by Laura Wood, music by Mila Splendori-Bell. For more information visit www.social…

Clare McKenna is a well-known broadcaster and host of the Alive & Kicking show on Newstalk, a programme that looks at ‘health’ in the widest sense of the word. She is also a health coach with a mission to help people find what works for them to live life with more vitality and repair relationships with food and body. In this conversation Clare kind…

Stephen Donnelly is currently studying as a psychotherapist and counsellour, he is an artist and works as a freelance creative designer. In this candid conversation Stephen talks about his growing up in Dundalk, Co.Louth, being gay and of his relationship with alchool. Stephen's Music Choice ABBA - Dancing Queen Sexy Boy - Air Heroes - David Bowie …

Laura is an experienced TV and radio presenter and an award-winning voice-over artist. She has extensive experience as a broadcaster on radio and television, with more than twenty years in the business. She is currently a presenter on East Coast FM’s breakfast show ‘Rob & Laura Show’’ while continuing her work as a freelance voice-over artist. For …

Les is the lead singer and songwriter of the much-loved Dublin band The Wilde Oscars who released an album (Fish) as well as two EPs (Falling Down, Newspaper) during the 1990s, Les subsequently branched out on his own, releasing two solo albums, Breathe in 1999 and Plan B...Again in 2004. 20 Greenlea Road is an album which examines Les’ family hist…

This week my guest is Jamie Mittelman, founder of Flame Bearers Flame Bearers is the first global storytelling platform celebrating the stories of women Olympians and Paralympians. From household names to unsung heroes around the world each featured story highlights the successes, struggles and social issues that drive the world's most prestigious …

This episode was recorded live at the Whale Theatre in Greystones, Co. Wicklow, Ireland. Titled "Will the real Dermot Whelan please stand-up" aimed at delving into the many facets of Dermot's career, life and his future project. This is part 1 of 2. You can find out more about ⁠Dermot⁠ on his website or on ⁠Instagram⁠ For more information, please v…

This episode was recorded live at the Whale Theatre in Greystones, Co. Wicklow, Ireland. Titled "Will the real Dermot Whelan please stand-up" aimed at delving into the many facets of Dermot's career, life and his future project. This is part 1 of 2. You can find out more about Dermot on his website or on Instagram For more information, please visit…

Corrina is a swimming instructor and is currently working with Enable Ireland and children with disability. In September 2023, Corrina became only one in seven Irish women to complete the 35km swim across the North Channel - from Northern Ireland to Scotland - and along the way raising funds for Enable Ireland. Aside from her love for the sea and s…

Originally from Germany, Anneli has been in living in Canada for a number of years and that is were she has founded her International Metaphysical Academy Inc. In this conversation we discuss upbringing, travelling, religion, awareness and the metaphysical You can find out more about Anneli on her website or the academy website Anneli Music Choices…

Ciaran is an Advisor and Coach with experience in sales and consulting. Worked with large companies and scale-ups. Bi-lingual Italian/English, fluent in Spanish. He has a passion for sports and completed an IRONMAN. A few months ago, following a health scare, Ciaran had to reconsider his views about work, fitness and family. That decision has taken…

Tanya is " a left leg amputee, who lost my leg to cancer almost 5 years ago. I'm also a dancer, singer and trainee pole dancer/aerialist, who has performed with integrated dance group Croi Glan since 2020." This is the message that I receive when she booked the time to record the podcast. She followed it with "I've been a leg amputee since Oct. 201…

On the 12th May 2023, we launched the "It Takes a Village" initiative to address the mental health of our children. The initiative by Greystones & Delgany communities, spearheaded by Rachel Harper, principal of St Patrick's NS, and with the involvement and contribution from the principals of the other seven schools, is already gaining momentum with…

On the 12th May 2023, we launched the "It Takes a Village" initiative to address the mental health of our children. The initiative by Greystones & Delgany communities, spearheaded by Rachel Harper, principal of St Patrick's NS, and with the involvement and contribution from the principals of the other seven schools, is already gaining momentum with…

This is Charlie's second appearance on the show. I wanted to catch up with Charlie as he has been caring for his mother for the past few years but it hasn't stopped him from creating and exploring ways of getting creativity to help him, and hopefully others, deal with the heartache of watching your loved one deteriorating. He is currently working o…

Recorded Live at the Whale Theatre with two amazing guests: Richael Timothy, Paralympian and Paddy Slattery, Filmmaker. Reframing the way we look and talk about disability. Title tune Happy and Shining by the Round.About.Us

Recorded Live at the Whale Theatre with two amazing guests: Richael Timothy, Paralympian and Paddy Slattery, Filmmaker. Reframing the way we look and talk about disability. Title tune Happy and Shining by the Round.About.Us

Eímear Noone is an Irish conductor and composer, best known for her award-winning work on video game music and movies. She was the first woman to conduct at the Oscars on 9 February 2020, leading the orchestra in excerpts from the five nominated film scores She was also the first woman to conduct at the National Concert Hall in Dublin, Ireland. In …

In this episode we talk to Sile Walsh, an artist base in Tramore, Co. Waterford, Ireland. Sile's passion for the sea, surfing and swimming is reflected in her beautiful art with her signature perspectives and strong lines that make her art unique. She has participated in both Portrait and Landscape Artist of the Year (Sky Arts Show) and has had a n…

In this episode Helen tells me about her connection with nature, her deeply felt need for connection with the land and the ancestry. We also touch on forest schools and Astro Cartography. For more information about Helen and her Avondale Retreat, check out her Instagram Helen's music choice: Somhairle by Niteworks Songbird by Eva Cassidy Rise siste…

This week's guest on the Curiosity didn't kill the Cat podcast is Jen Martin. We explore vulnerability and its role in the creative process. Along the way we discover something about ourselves and we leave with a true sense of wonder... Theme tune "Happy and Shining" by the Round.About.Us

This is a fascinating conversation with a fascinating man. Dave Zaboski is a classically trained painter, illustrator and former Senior Animator with Disney, Sony and Warner Bros. He has drawn for such classic films as Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, the Lion King, Pocahontas and more. Dave has a passion for leading entrepreneurs, educators, artists…

Recorded in the wonderful Whale Theatre, we looked at running from all angles. On stage with me are Barry Smyth (UCD Professor and Data Analyst), Emmett Dunleavy (Running Coach and Athlete), Orlaith Bourne (Athlete) and René Borg (Running Coach and Athlete). We discuss couch to 5km, Marathons, Nutrition, Footwear, Motivation and much more. Title tu…

Recorded in the wonderful Whale Theatre, we looked at running from all angles. On stage with me are Barry Smyth (UCD Professor and Data Analyst), Emmett Dunleavy (Running Coach and Athlete), Orlaith Bourne (Athlete) and René Borg (Running Coach and Athlete). We discuss couch to 5km, Marathons, Nutrition, Footwear, Motivation and much more. Title tu…

Recorded in the wonderful Whale Theatre, we looked at running from all angles. On stage with me are Barry Smyth (UCD Professor and Data Analyst), Emmett Dunleavy (Running Coach and Athlete), Orlaith Bourne (Athlete) and René Borg (Running Coach and Athlete). We discuss couch to 5km, Marathons, Nutrition, Footwear, Motivation and much more. Thanks f…

In this episode we meet with the wonderful Bernie Fodor, a transformation advisor, coach and runner with an infinite passion for Leonardo da Vinci. We discuss Leonardo's legacy, lesser known facts about the man and what curiosity and creativity might have meant for him. We also delve into Bernie's thoughts around creativity and how she applies it t…

In this limited series, we take on a journey of exploration on the subject of creativity. Darragh and I will speak with a number of people about what creativity means to them and how they express it. In this first episode, Darragh and I discuss the various aspects of creativity, why do we feel is important to explore the subject and what's curiosit…

An excerpt from the live podcast where we discussed how to combat burnout and create positive habits. Fiona Brennan and Siobhan Murray were my guests on the night. It was recorded on the 11th of November 2022 at the Whale Theatre in Greystones, Co. Wicklow, Ireland. The full episode is available in Audio format in two parts (ep. 148 and 149). For m…

Recorded live at The Whale Theatre in Greystones, Co. Wicklow, Ireland we discussed Burnout and how to combat it and also how to create positive habits. Fiona Brennan and Siobhan Murray are my guest on stage and share their knowledge and their stories Thank you for your support over the past few years. If you are enjoying the podcasts, please share…

Recorded live at The Whale Theatre in Greystones, Co. Wicklow, Ireland we discussed Burnout and how to combat it and also how to create positive habits. Fiona Brennan and Siobhan Murray are my guest on stage and share their knowledge and their stories Thank you for your support over the past few years. If you are enjoying the podcasts, please share…

Lynda is an executive and life coach with a background in corporate business. In this episode, Lynda speaks to me candidly about her upbringing, her family and her new business that she has launched in the past couple of years. Lynda is very passionate about her work and how she would like to improve the life of others and society as a whole. You c…

Jonathan MacDonald shares his story with me in this latest episode of the Social Fabric Podcast. Our conversation takes us to music, books, relationships, dyslexia as well as discussing Jonathan's latest project - Social Me too - Stopping unwanted behavior online everywhere. Some listeners may find some of the topics explored in this episode diffic…

Madelyn is a mother, wife and Business Development Strategist with the Rewild Group. In this conversation we explore various aspects of Madelyn's life, we discuss some specifics around the Rewild Group and how they help other businesses to grow, but we also dipped into what is like to be a parent, what are the challenges, what are the hopes for the…

Recorded Live in the Whale Theatre, Greystones, Co. Wicklow, Ireland.

This episode is a mix of conversation and music of an event recorded in Greystones, Ireland. The band spoke about the album and what it has been like playing live again after a 2 year forced break due to the pandemic. The Blizzards are: Niall Breslin, Louize Carroll, Dec Murphy and Justin Ryan. Recorded Live at the Whale Theatre Sunday 15th May 202…

Ellen is a fantastic award winning musician with years of experience playing a variety of artists at a number of venues including festivals and theatres. A few years ago she was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. During her recovery she decided to turn the experience into a stand up comedy routine and she is now regularly playing gigs with her m…

This show was recorded Live at the Whale Theatre, Greystones, Co. Wicklow My guests are Reggie Corrigan, Tony Ward and Mike Ruddock, all with a fantastic pedigree in the Rugby World with amazing international careers with Ireland and Wales as well Munster, Leinster and Swansea. We discussed various aspects of the game from the transition from amate…

Aubrey is a businessman and founder of Tiglin Ireland, a Seanad Candidate 2022 TCD bye election and Rehab Advocate of the year. This podcast was recorded live in the Whale Theatre in Greystones, Co. Wicklow, Ireland on the 11th of March. You can find out more about Aubrey on LinkedIn or on Twitter Aubrey's music choice Juliet turner - Pick a story …

Yana is a singer/songwriter from Czech Republic with strong ties to Ireland. She is also writes reviews for music magazines. In this conversation she talks to me about her musical influences, collaborating with Irish musicians, recording her album in Dublin and a lot more. You can find out more about Yana on her Website, Twitter or Bandcamp Her mus…

Shane is based in Northern Ireland and he is a coach and consultant with a Business-In-A-Box program is a Done For You service programme for business and individuals He is also a personal trainer and a footballer and sports has been playing a key role in his life. In this candid exchange, Shane tells me about growing up in Northern Ireland, the imp…

Originally from Navan Cormac and Daryl went down very different paths in life after leaving secondary school. They came together to share their stories with young people so they don't make the same mistakes as they did. They want to prepare young people for life, not just exams. Wolf Academy is set up to inspire and empower young people to live hap…

Vanda helps parents and kids to simplify, declutter and create a bespoke organised home that empowers them to live the life they desire. For good. Originally from Slovakia, Vanda has been living in Ireland for over a decade and after working in IT and consultancy, discover the world of the KONMARI method. Having qualified as a KONMARI consultant, s…

Meryl Blau received a Master of Fine Arts degree from the Miami International University of Art and a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Florida. She also spent some time studying at the Royal Academy of Art in London. Her teaching interests focus on portfolio development, art direction and conceptual thinking. She is passionate about helping…

Chris Sherlock presents On The Wireless featuring the best of Irish artists signed and unsigned, on Flirt FM He is Passionate about media, radio, broadcasting, music. I am extremely motivated, and I put my all into everything I do and work hard to attain my goals. Currently Pursuing Television Broadcasting . Author of Mental Health For Millennials …

Martin is originally from Germany and has worked as a music teacher and sound engineer. He also gave his time to a charity called Music Bus where he took a mobile recording studio to disadvantaged children to provide them with the opportunity to make music. He writes heartbreaking truthful lyrics of lost love and longing that reach in and touch you…

This is a recording of a live event held in the Whale Theatre "Social Fabric Podcast - Up close and personal". My guest is Louize Carroll, psychologist, composer, musician and founder of Prism Online Therapy. She has published peer reviewed papers, she is a regular contributor the Sunday Business Post and on national radio stations such as TodayFM.…

After experiencing first hand the importance of therapy, RIchard went on a quest to create a platform to make therapy accessible and affordable, in the hope that more people will be able to get the benefit of therapy. Richard worked for years in the tech industry but a number of personal circumstances had him spiralling into a dark place of depress…

Originally from Cork, Ireland, living in Dublin and having spent the last 12 months in London, Sean Murphy is the creative brain behind https://allthequeenshorsesmusic.com/about/ (All the Queen's horses ) Having grown up in a musical family, Sean left music for a number of years, only to come back to it with gusto, creating a very unique sound rele…