Social Fabric Podcast
By Andrea Splendori
Helping to rebuild the fabric of society one conversation at the time.
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Social Fabric PodcastFeb 20, 2023
Episode 177 - Tom Coleman - Health Scientist and Sleep Coach
Tom Coleman is an experienced sleep coach who has been working globally for over ten years in the field of sleep analysis, health and wellbeing. He is also involved in research on sleep habits and their impacts.
He has recently launched his podcast The Sleep & Health Podcast to improve sleep, protect our health and navigate the world of health & wellbeing.
You can find out more about Tom on his website and on Instagram
Tom's music choice:
Bob Marley - Redemption Song
Coldplay - Yellow
Mary J. Blige - Family Affair
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Episode 176 - Pam Finn - PR consultant, Mentor, Filmmaker
I first spoke to Pam a few years ago when she run a company called HastagMedia.
Her interests and creativity have led her to new ventures, including pursuing her dream of delving into the world of filmmaking.
In 2023 she produced and directed JFK: The Three Miles, a documentary film telling the story of the US president's visit to Ireland in 1963.
You can find out more about Pam on her website or on her Instagram
Pam's Music Choice
Lauren Daigle - Rescue
The Kinks - Waterloo Sunset
Edith Whiskers - Home
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Episode 175 - Caroline Whelan - Owner Yoga Barre
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 after she injured her back.
You can find out more about The Yoga Barre on their website and more about Caroline on her Instagram Page
Caroline's Music Choice:
Sign your Name - Terence Trent D'arby(Sananda Maitreya) Groove is in the Heart - Deee Lite Hit the Road Jack - Ray Charles
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Episode 174 - Brian Pennie Live - The power of human connections - Part 2
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.
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Episode 173 - Brian Pennie - The power of human connections - Part 1
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.socialfabric.ie
Episode 172 - Clare McKenna - Broadcaster/Health Coach
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 kindly shared with me some aspects of her life journey that brought her to the world of broadcasting, but also some lovely stories about her dad, her family and the importance of friendships and connections.
Clare's Music Choice
Ex-Factor - Lauryn Hill
Follow the sun - Xavier Rudd
Time in a bottle - Jim Croce
You can find out more about Clare's work on Newstalk and on her website Nourish Yourself
Episode 171 - Stephen Donnelly - Trainee Psychotherapist
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 (Mackenzie Johnson's Cover)
To know more about Stephen check out his LinkedIn page
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Warning
If you have been affected by any of the topics in this conversation, please do seek professional help.
Episode 170 - Laura Wood - Radio Presenter
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 more about Laura visit her LinkedIn page or East Coast FM
Laura's Music Choice
Tom Odell - Another love,
Hans Zimmer - You’re so cool
The Beatles - Here There and Everywhere
The title tune is Happy & Shining by the Round.About.Us
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Episode 169 - Les Keye - Musician/Producer
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 history- half
Catholic, descended from the great harpist O’Carolyn, and hailing from
Kilmainhamwood, while his father’s side were Jewish emigrees fleeing
persecution from Russia and Poland at the end of the 19th century, and
arriving in Dublin (via London) during WW2. The title comes from the
street his grandparents lived in, in Terenure, Dublin.
Working in separate studios in 2 different countries, he wrote and recorded the album with his friend, sometime band member Joe Chester.
http://www.facebook.com/Arad.studios
Les Music Choice
John Martyn - May you never
The The - Armageddon days are here (again)
Les Key - Greenlea Road
Title tune Happy & Shining by the Round.About.Us
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Episode 168 - Jamie Mittelman - Founder of Flame Bearers
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 athletes.
Flame Bearers brings these champions' stories to life via podcast, video, and live events.
For more information about Flame Bearers:
Website: http://flamebearers.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flame-bearers/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/FlameBearersPodcast
Twitter:@flame_bearers: https://twitter.com/flame_bearers
Instagram:@flamebearers: https://www.instagram.com/flamebearers/
Jamie's music choice:
Imagine John Lennon
Cats in the Cradle Harry Chapin
Love On Top Beyoncé
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The title tune is Happy & Shining - by the Round.About.Us
Episode 167 - Dermot Whelan - Media & Meditation expert Part 1
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 www.socialfabric.ie
Title tune Happy & Shining by the Round.About.Us
Photo Eoin O'Mahony
Episode 166 - Dermot Whelan - Media & Meditation Expert Part 2
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 www.socialfabric.ie
Title tune Happy & Shining by the Round.About.Us
Photo Eoin O'Mahony
Episode 165 - Corinna Nolan - Athlete/Long distance swimmer
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 sports, Corrina is an accomplished photographer.
You can find out more about her on her website
Corrina's music choice:
Hall of Fame - The Script
Unstoppable - Sia
Whatever it takes - Imagine Dragons
The title tune is Happy & Shining - by the Round.About.Us
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Episode 164 - Dr Anneli Driessen | International Metaphysical Academy Inc.
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
A Deer’s Cry - Rita Connolly (sings at Powerscourt)
Casta Diva – Bellini - sang by Sondra Radvanovsky
Das himmliche Leben - Gustav Mahler
The title tune is Happy & Shining - by the Round.About.Us
Episode 163 - Ciaran Avitable - Advisor/Coach
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 him on a path of self discovery and awareness.
For more information about Ciaran visit his LinkedIn profile or www.threepeaksgroup.com
Ciaran's music choices:
Zucchero - Va Pensiero
Sarah Brightman & Andrea Bocelli - Time to say goodbye
Peia - Blessed we are
The title tune is Happy & Shining - by the Round.About.Us
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Episode 162 - Tanya Turner - Singer/Dancer
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. 2017, so nearly 6 years rather than 5... time flies when you're having fun, or something.", which gives you an idea of her attitude toward her ordeal following the leg amputation.
It is a wonderful conversation about family, music, rural Ireland, travelling and, of course, what is like to be an amputee.
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It's much appreciated.
The title tune is "Happy & Shining" by the Round.About.Us
"It Takes a Village" Part 2
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 a decision taken with regards to smartphones in schools and other initiatives that are currently being considered.
This is Part 2 and the panel of speakers comprises of Rachel Harper, Simon Harris (Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science of Ireland) and Stephen Donnelly (Minister for Health)
The title tune is Happy and Shining, by the Round.About.Us
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"It Takes a Village" Part 1
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 a decision taken with regards to smartphones in schools and other initiatives that are currently being considered.
This is Part 1 and the panel of speakers comprises of Rachel Harper, Jennifer Whittmore (TD) and Niall Breslin (Mental Health Advocate)
The title tune is Happy and Shining, by the Round.About.Us
www.socialfabric.ie
Episode 161 - Charlie Ryder - Artist - Carer
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 on a documentary about his life experience.
The music in this podcast is Love & Healing, by Charlie Ryder.
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Episode 160 - Against All Odds with Paddy Slattery and Richael Timothy, Live at the Whale Theatre
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
Episode 159 - Against all odds with Paddy Slattery and Richael Timothy - Live at the Whale Theatre (Part 1)
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
Episode 158 - Curiosity didn't Kill the Cat - Eímear Noone - Composer & Conductor
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 this conversation Eímear shares her insights on how she feeds her creativity and curiosity.
For more information on Eímear please check out her LinkedIn profile or her Instagram page
The title tune is Happy & Shining by the Round.About.Us
Episode 157 - Curiosity Didn't Kill the Cat - Sile Walsh / Artist
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 number of exbhitions to her name.
Her next exhibition is a collaboration with other visual artists and will take place in Tramore in September.
For more information about Sile and to view some of her art, please see her Instagram Page
The title tune is Happy and Shining by the Round.About.Us
Episode 156 - Helen Holt - Avondale Retreat
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 sister Rise by Jenny Ni Ruséil
The title tune is Happy and Shining by the Round.About.Us
Episode 155 - Curiosity didn't kill the Cat - Jen Martin
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
Episode 154 - Curiosity didn't kill the Cat - Dave Zaboski
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 and others in collaborative creativity and how to turn a thought into a thing with grace and artistry.
Dave is also the co-founder of www.laetro.com
Title tune - Happy and Shining by the Round.About.Us
Episode 153 - From Couch to Eternity part 2 - Live from The Whale Theatre, Greystones, Ireland
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 tune - Happy and Shining - by the Round.About.Us
Thanks for listening
Andrea Splendori
Episode 152 - From Couch To Eternity - Live In the Whale Theatre, Greystones, Ireland
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 tune - Happy and Shining - by the Round.About.Us
Thanks for listening
Andrea Splendori
From Couch to Eternity - Part 1 - Live at the Whale Theatre, Greystones, Ireland
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 for listening
Andrea Splendori
Episode 151 - Curiosity didn't kill the cat - with Bernie Fodor on Leonardo da Vinci
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 to her daily practice.
For more information about Bernie please see her LinkedIn page
The title tune is Happy and shining, by the Round.About.Us
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Episode 150 - Curiosity didn't kill the cat - With Darragh Power
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 curiosity all about..
Join us in this journey of discovery.
The title tune is "Happy and Shining" by the Round.About.Us.
Social Fabric Live at the Whale Theatre with Fiona Brennan and Siobhan Murray
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 more episodes and news, please subscribe to www.socialfabric.ie
Thank you for your support to date.
Andrea Splendori
Episode 149 - Live Podcast with Siobhan Murray and Fiona Brennan
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 them, leave a review ... it is much appreciated.
www.socialfabric.ie
Episode 148 - Live Podcast - with Fiona Brennan and Siobhan Murray - Part 1
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 them, leave a review ... it is much appreciated.
www.socialfabric.ie
Episode 147 - Lynda Emmett - Executive Coach / Your Gift to You
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 can find out more about Lynda on her website or on LinkedIn
Lynda's music choice
Xavier Rudd - Follow the sun
Liam Gallagher - Too good for giving up
Ellie Goulding - How long will I love you
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For more episode please visit www.socialfabric.ie
If you want to get in touch, email me andrea@socialfabric.ie
Episode 146 - Jonathan Mac Donald - Social Me too
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 difficult.
If you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this conversation, please do seek expert advice.
You can find our more about Jonathan on LinkedIn and www.socialmetoo.org
Link to Jonathan's book - https://akakia.net/en/shop/children-are-spectacular/
Jonathan's Music Choice
BODY COUNT - Raining In Blood - Postmortem
One More Light - Linkin Park
In the End - Linkin Park
And his Book Recommendation -
The Hidden Half: How the World Conceals Its Secrets
Book by Michael Blastland
Episode 145 - Madelyn Dunlap - The Rewild Group
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 future.
You can find out more about Madelyn on her LinkedIn page and more about the Rewild Group on their Website
Madelyn's Music Choice
Colton Dixon - Build a Boat
The Greatest Showman- Opening Song
Once in a Lifetime - Landon Austin
For more information and more episodes visit www.socialfabric.ie
Episode 144 - The Blizzards "Unplugged & Unfiltered" Part 2
Recorded Live in the Whale Theatre, Greystones, Co. Wicklow, Ireland.
Episode 143 - The Blizzards "Unplugged & Unfiltered"
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 2022
Episode 142 - Ellen O'Reilly - Musician/Comedian/Writer
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 material.
Amongst her many projects, there is also a full length stand up based on her story as well as a potential sitcom.
Ellen is incredibly energetic and extremely talented and her story is an amazing story of resilience, belief and motivation
You can find out more about Ellen on Instagram or on her Website
Ellen's music choice:
Rush - The Pass - Live in Rio
Queen - White Queen (As it began) - Live at the Rainbow
Dave Matthews - In my life
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Episode 141 - Reggie Corrigan, Tony Ward, Mike Ruddock - RUGBY
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 amateur to professional, how rules have changed, the importance of players wellbeing, memorable moments in their careers and much more..
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Episode 140 - Aubrey McCarthy - Founder of Tiglin/Businessman - Live at the Whale Theatre
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
Miss Sarajevo live Bono and Pavarotti
Something inside so strong - Labi Siffre
I dreamed a dream - Ann Hathaway
Scars in heaven - Casting crowns
The book choice was - Les Miserables by Victor Hugo
Title tune is ALICE, by LUCKY BONES
Episode 139 - Yana - Singer Songwriter
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 music choice :
INTERFERENCE - SAIL ON
MIC CHRISTOPHER - SKYLARKIN
CLOUD CULT - STEP FORWARD
We play out the episode with Yana's latest single - REACH OUT
Episode 138 - Shane Mulgrew - Coach & Consultant - Business-In-A-Box
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 importance of his family and how he is building his business in the coaching and consulting world.
"Shane’s mission is to help 10,000 entrepreneurs and business coaches generate seven figures and then quietly venture into philanthropy to work with leading charity organisations close to his own heart."
You can find out more about Shane on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram or on his Website
Shane's music choice
Ryan McMullan - If this is the end
Dermot Kennedy - Better Days
Foy Vance - Sapling
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Episode 137 - Cormac & Daryl Noonan - Wolf Academy
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 happier and healthier lives, become their true selves and achieve their ultimate vision.
They provide talks, workshops and online courses.
They also aim to build an academy where young people can come after finishing school to discover who they are and what they want to do in the world.
Check out their website and their social media accounts for more information
Episode 136 - Vanda Badura - Pro Home Organiser
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, she has founded her new business www.keepthejoy.ie and offera her services to help clients to organise and help tackle challenges, provide non-judgemental guidance and support, fast-track the tidying process, and help you stay on track.
You can find more about Vanda on her website, LinkedIn or Instagram
Vanda's music choice
The Lumineers - Ho Hey
Guarana - Noche en Vela
Paul van Dyk - For An Angel
Her book recommendation is Quiet, by Susan Cain
For more information or more episode, please visit www.socialfabric.ie
Episode 135 - Meryl Blau - Professor/Mentor
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 others rise up to meet their goals.
She speaks candidly about the lessons learned and takes pride teaching women and teen girls the art of healthy-habit creation that is sustainable for life.
She is also a mentor and sees her future to include more social projects
You can find out more about Meryl on her Website, LinkedIn or Instagram
Meryl's music choice
The Greatest Show - from the greatest showman soundtrack
Living on a prayer - Bon Jovi
Shine (featuring Stoneman Douglas High School) - by sawyer Garrity, Andrea Peña …
Book Recommendation
Master your Mindpower by Steph and Shay Schafaetal
For more information, please visit www.socialfabric.ie
Episode 134 - Chris Sherlock - Anti Bullying campaigner/Radio Presenter
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 Volume 4 with Book Hub Publishing.
Impact Statement of Been Bullied At School - His Personal story chapter in this volume focuses on his experience of been bullied at school.
Currently Pursuing Television Broadcasting
Chris's Music Choice
Evoke - Revelations
Cliff Richards - Wired for sound
Years & Years - Eyes Shut
For more information please visit www.andreasplendori.com or www.socialfabric.ie
Episode 133 - Martin Praetorius - Musician, Troubadour
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 your heart.
He's released two studio albums and is nearing the completion of his third.
Find out more about Martin on bandcamp, Facebook or his website
Martin Music Choice
Tom Petty - You are gonna get it
Nancy Griffith - Workin' in corners
Translatlantic Trails - Bottle Gas & Kerosene
The song at the end of the episode with one of Martin's songs - House with yellow windows
The title tune is Alice, by Lucky Bones
For more information, please visit www.andreasplendori.com
Episode 132 - Louize Carroll - Psychologist / Musician
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.
She works as a psychologist but she is also a composer, songwriter and bass player with The Blizzards.
In the conversation we navigate through her amazing career this far as well as discussing a number of topics that she sees therapy room.
The show starts and finishes with two of of Louize's compositions written for the TV series Assassins:
I Lived Deliberately
Babas Redemption
You can find out more about Louize on www.linkedin.com/in/louize-carroll-b586b52b/ (LinkedIn), www.instagram.com/louizecarroll/?hl=en (Instagram) or on her remedyclinic.ie/louize-carroll/?gclid=CjwKCAjwn8SLBhAyEiwAHNTJbd5RKsp4WEJgySfLy-okZOYacWRSZ9icvHYaTL8AAG--NaKMH_MQvhoC4NoQAvD_BwE (Website)
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