The Weekly Wheatley

Derek talks about famous artistic achievements, songwriting, the road to writing his first album, his fear of new technology, the insecurities in his voice, writing personal lyrics, and how his driving lessons are going!

Derek talks to Audrey about sociology, emotions as an element of teaching, the sociology of children, social media, climate change, switching between research topics, and Schitt's Creek!

Derek talks to Briana about her multicultural background, working as a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Specialist, changing the education system around diversity, critical thinking, the stupidity of banning books, telling our stories, and reading 'Jurassic Park' as an 11 year old!

Derek talks to Niamh about moving to Dublin, Ultra running in the mountains, mental strength, Brazilian jiu jitsu, HYROX training, hot yoga, daily sea dips and if she ever sits down?!

Derek talks to Niamh about the aura around poetry, her first novel, if awards matter, historical fiction, researching for her second novel 'Her Kind', absolving so called witches and supporting fellow artists!

Derek talks to Aileen about her rural upbringing, being drawn to creativity, her training to become a makeup artist, working with brides to be, her nerves on their big day, makeup trends, and mindfulness in dressmaking!

Derek talks to Calvin about the buzz of creating, allowing for both good + bad, his short films, how music can make a movie, writing his first feature film, where he wants to shoot his film, balancing creativity + family, and Wong Kar-wai!

Derek talks about grumpiness, reasons why he may be grumpy, if it is just OCD, societal norms, a worst of list, bad lyrics, and crap films!

Derek talks to Disha about growing up in India, her mental health after the birth of her child, her book 'Dirty Laundry', character development, our interest in the lives of others, the difficult second novel, and knitting!

Derek talks to Liam about the music industry, what influenced the Hothouse Flowers, discovering the muse, 'Don't Go' as a joy, Irish traditional music, the freedom in going solo, and his favourite songs!

Derek talks to Ciara about performing on stage, why she chose drama therapy, relating to clients, introducing music in sessions, allowing yourself to be someone else, being silly, and Harry Potter!

Derek talks to Tara about art therapy, finding the correct therapist as a client, giving children the space to be themselves, self-doubt, the growing popularity of art therapy, carrying the pain of others, and naming inanimate objects!

Derek goes solo to talk about passing his theory test, returning to songwriting, the challenge of finding his favourite song lyrics, observational songwriting, the lyrics that hit the hardest & relating to songs about everyday life!

Derek talks to Conor about his first mental health experiences, facing anorexia, losing and regaining control, the benefits of powerlifting, how his first book 'Normal' came about, public speaking, and cold showers!

Derek talks to Sean about dealing with past trauma, Power Slap, trash talk, the psychology of preparing to be slapped, making weight, 2024 goals, chasing the belt, and switching off!

Derek talks about the New Year, the negative effects of resolutions, improvements, big characters who made big changes, how changes can alienate the ones around you, his new synthesizer, his looming theory test, and the peace and joy in crosswords!

Derek ranks the 41 films that he chose as his favourites from the last 41 years on episode 199. A ton of great films are spoken about!

Derek talks to Michael about why people are drawn to real life stories, how he chooses a subject matter, collaborating on documentaries, lecturing in the University of Sussex, some of the documentaries that impacted him the most and mindfulness at heavy metal gigs!

Derek talks to Ian about his first record, writing for Kerrang! magazine, his book 'Bodies: Life and Death In Music', mental health in the music industry, his own issues with drug abuse, hating Metallica and listening to Barnsley games on the radio!

Derek talks to Kieran about being a pain and movement specialist, his new book 'Pain and The Survival Brain', our misunderstanding of how pain works, stress, the biopsychosocial model, his writing process and why physical therapy does not require additional pain!

Joanne O'Dwyer hosts episode 200 and talks to Derek about the healing power of art, The Beatles, Munch's 'The Scream', Peter Gabriel, whether the podcast is a creative endeavour, therapy, and what are the plans for the future of the podcast!

Derek goes on a film odyssey through his favourite films from every year that he was born and picks his favourite from each one. He also can't resist having another go at 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off'!

Derek talks to Mieke about moving to Ireland as a child, farming in Beara, her film 'Hungry Hill', the real characters onscreen, the inclusion of archival footage, natural humour in the documentary, and wild swimming!

Derek talks to Mark about becoming a journalist, his introduction to music, writing his book 'Everybody Loves Our Town: An Oral History Of Grunge', the big four of grunge, music genre or cultural movement?, his favourite songs from that era, Bono, Billy Corgan, and conducting Shane McGowan's first Zoom interview!

Derek ranks the 41 songs that he chose as his favourites from the last 41 years on episode 189! A ton of great artists and tunes are mentioned.

Derek talks to Leah about our use of language around mental health, creativity growing up, working on stage, approaching self-consciousness, being an acting coach, unlocking our creative side, being an introvert, and the power of books!

Derek talks to Dean about his earliest exploits in filmmaking, chasing the dream, his film 'Hole In The Head', experimental films, influences, humour in the absurd, cinematography, awards, and typewriters!

Derek talks to Nick about blogging about his mental health, EUPD, childhood trauma, becoming a psychotherapist, how his cancer treatment triggered his past trauma, the problems with the public health care system, and his black and white photography!

Derek talks to David about being born with a congenital heart defect, moving to Norway, writing poems, his memoir 'Pacemaker', mortality, coma hallucinations, watching his own surgery, and the joys of walking!

Derek talks to Fiona about her sporting upbringing, becoming a physical therapist, her approach to injuries, stretching before training, performance coaching, Ultimate Frisbee, her success on the field, and 'The Princess Bride'!

Derek talks to Andrew about homeschooling, his start in MMA, being inspired by his coaches, opening The Kings Court Academy, his approach as a head coach, comfort in discomfort, and relaxing by watching MMA sped up!

Derek goes on a musical odyssey through his favourite songs from every year that he was born and picks his favourite from each one. Have a listen and see if your musical tastes align!

Derek talks to Rachel about sharing mental health content on Instagram, refusing to empower anxiety, therapy, her love for fashion, her dog Bonnie, why the gym is so important to her, and dancing in the kitchen!

Derek talks to Callyann about body confidence issues, the Try Channel, talking through tough times, embracing festivals, the art of small talk, working for RTE Pulse, her music education, being comfortable with your own style, and Hans Zimmer!

Derek talks to Bianca about how the tag of an identity isn't important, the beginnings of her transition, body confidence, her introduction to porn, the complexities of the porn industry, developing thick skin and 'The Exorcist'!

Derek talks to Eugene about growing up in Newry, his former teacher who inspired him, studying postcolonial literature, the joys of the theatre, Ireland's literary history, the future of the theatre and being a "magpie"!

Derek talks about the loss of Sinead O'Connor: her difficult upbringing, 'Mandinka' at the Grammys, her activism, that SNL performance, her style, facing down the critics, mental health, the loss of her son and why she is an icon!

Derek talks to Lou about composing, her influences, her album 'Nora Ephron's Soul For The Sleepless', creativity as a way to sooth anxiety, folk music, Lou Reed's 'Perfect Day' and exercise!

Derek talks to Melissa about South Africa, her PhD, mental health in the young people of Ireland (drug + economic factors, how education can help, the therapeutic methods that are used) and the rewards of gaming!

Derek talks about his parents breakup, Nirvana, quitting alcohol, training and his first Radiohead gig!

Derek talks to Claire about her love for art, portraits, ADHD, her first tattoo, memorial tattoos, tuning out when working, the significance of people's tattoo choices and being an exceptional cook!

Derek talks to Peter about his introduction to clinical psychology, his interest in delusions & hallucinations, why we need a revolution in mental health care, medication, diagnosis, the DSM-5, changing care facilities and beekeeping!

Derek talks to Joanna about her path to archaeology, the Bronze Age, archaeology in pop culture, the peacefulness in trowelling, historical finds, her studies of internment in 1916 and how she winds down!

Derek talks to Maggie about her start as a painter, why hands are so hard to draw, finding calm in creativity, the long journey in restoring her house, history in places and people, rewilding, and why music can be a tough listen!

Derek talks about his early aspirations, wanting to become a famous musician, writing a novel, being too harsh on himself, running his first half marathon, receiving his first medal and what's next!

Derek talks to Cristin about the idea of home, becoming an art critic, why she wrote her memoir 'Negative Space', dealing with the break up of her marriage, singing in public, being absorbed in art and the joys of rearranging her artwork!

Derek talks to Jamie about growing up around nature, going from hating school to doing a PhD in Trinity, climate anxiety, urban v rural Ireland, the 'just transition' of bogs, his love for animals and collecting video games!

Derek talks about music that gives us joy, contributions from listeners, moments within songs that light them up, music that stirs memories, songs in live concerts, how slow songs can pump us up, sing-alongs and ABBA!