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The Comeback with Brenda DennehyThe Comeback with.... Mikey PowerEpisode Description:From prison to personal trainer: Mikey Power’s raw story of addiction, arrests, and turning it all aroundOn this week’s episode, I’m joined by Mikey Power, who shares the unfiltered truth about his addiction recovery, run-ins with the law, and the breakthrough moment that turned his life around.From teenage drinking to prison and multiple arrests, Mikey opens up about how grief, anger, and self-destruction nearly consumed him - and how fitness and routine helped him rebuild everything from the ground up.Now a succ...2025-07-2851 min
The Comeback with Brenda DennehyThe Comeback with.... Christine KavanaghThis week I am joined by Christine Kavanagh, a mother from Cork who has lived through the unimaginable - losing four sons, three of them to drug-related causes.In January of this year, Christine lost two of her sons, Dillon and Damien, just fifteen days apart. They were laid to rest in a double funeral - one open coffin, one closed. Another son, Leon, died of a heroin overdose in 2021. Her pain is immeasurable, but Christine has chosen to speak out, not stay silent.In this deeply emotional and powerful episode, Christine shares...2025-07-2340 min
The Comeback with Brenda DennehyThe Comeback with....Nicola GuilfoyleThis week, I’m joined by Nicola Guilfoyle, a 40-year-old mum of three from Clonmel who’s lived through more than most - addiction in the family, the loss of her mother, brother, and father, and her own struggles with grief, mental health, and struggling with her weight.We talk about childhood trauma, losing her brother just weeks before giving birth, and saying goodbye to her dad - her best friend - after he died from sepsis.Nicola shares what it’s like to raise a child with autism, lose nearly 13 stone, and train...2025-07-1452 min
The CinemileAnd Just Like That... S3E7 (w/ Brenda Dennehy)Cathy is hosting a weekly mini-series where she'll discuss And Just Like That... S3 with a variety of guests. This week she’s joined by podcaster and TV producer Brenda Dennehy.
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The Comeback with Brenda DennehyThe Comeback with… Dessie FitzgeraldThis week, I’m joined by someone whose courage, honesty, and strength will stay with you long after the episode ends — Dessie Fitzgerald.In 2011, Dessie’s world was turned upside down by a spinal cord injury, paralysis, and the loss of his brother. But instead of giving up, he chose to rebuild. Today, he’s a life coach, motivational speaker, and a powerful voice on resilience, healing, and purpose.We talk about:- Mental health and depression- Life after a spinal cord injury- Gr...2025-07-0739 min
The Comeback with Brenda DennehyThe Comeback with Melanie O’Sullivan (Rio’s Story)This week on the podcast, Rio Fennell’s incredible journey is told through the eyes of his amazing mother, Melanie O’Sullivan - a story of a 7-year-old boy’s fight against a brain tumour, and the love that carried them through it.When Rio began showing symptoms, they were dismissed as “probably viral.” But Melanie’s instincts told her something more serious was going on. She trusted her gut, kept pushing for answers - and she was right.In this powerful and emotional conversation, we talk about:The early brain tumour symptoms in...2025-06-3052 min
The Comeback with Brenda DennehyThe Comeback with… Andy GouldingThis week on The Comeback, I sit down with Andy Goulding - a champion marathon runner, devoted husband and son, and someone whose story of addiction and recovery will stay with you long after you’ve heard it.Five years ago, Andy’s life was turned upside down by a crippling cocaine addiction that nearly cost him his life. In a moment that can only be described as miraculous, he survived - and today, he shares his raw, honest, and powerful story of what it took to rebuild.Andy opens up about:2025-06-2353 min
The Comeback with Brenda DennehyThe Comeback with… Natasha O’ByrneIn this episode, I’m joined by Natasha O’Byrne, or as she’s fondly known, Tasha - a 25-year-old mum of two from Cork who is currently undergoing chemotherapy for bowel cancer.Tasha shares her powerful story of facing cancer as a young mother, after losing her own mum to cancer at just 46. She is now the third generation in her family to be diagnosed, and her courage and clarity shine through as she opens up about life in the midst of treatment.We talk about:* The...2025-06-1937 min
The Comeback with Brenda DennehyThe Comeback with... Sophie ColeIn this episode, I sit down with Sophie Cole, a special education teacher from Carrigaline whose life changed overnight after a classroom assault left her with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) – one of the world’s most painful and incurable conditions.Sophie opens up about living with chronic nerve pain, the trauma of PTSD, and the many surgeries she’s endured – from spinal cord stimulators to discussions around amputation. Just nine weeks before her wedding, she underwent major surgery, spending her recovery in bed while preparing to walk down the aisle. Through it all, her husband Shane ha...2025-06-1646 min
The Comeback with Brenda DennehyThe Comeback with… Joe McCaulIn this episode, I sit down with Joe McCaul, who many of you will remember for representing Ireland in the 2005 Eurovision Song Contest alongside his sister Donna. Joe's journey took him nationwide after the song "You're a Star," but his life took unexpected turns, including his time in the spotlight and the challenges that followed. This is Joe’s very first podcast, as he’s shied away from the media following difficult times in his life.I was deeply moved by his story, especially when he shared how the media made a fool of him, how he w...2025-06-0954 min
The Comeback with Brenda DennehyThe Comeback with… Nicola FitzgeraldThe Comeback with… Nicola FitzgeraldThis week, I sit down with the incredible Nicola Fitzgerald, also known as All Things Dogs and Home on Instagram. Nicola’s story is one of extraordinary resilience and transformation.At just 16, she rebelled, turning to drugs, and became a teen mother. Her journey led her to become addicted to heroin. Despite the hardships, Nicola’s amazing mother, Sally, never gave up on her, and her grandmother, Peggy, helped her wean off heroin to get into treatment.Now, a proud mother of 6, Nicola...2025-06-0252 min
The Comeback with Brenda DennehyThe Comeback with… Ashling ThompsonIn todays epiosde:In this episode I’m joined by the incredible Ashling Thompson, a GAA camogie star with six All-Ireland titles and four All-Stars to her name. Ashling is one of the most accomplished athletes in the sport.In this conversation, Ashling opens up about her journey, including hitting rock bottom at just 19, experiencing coercive control, losing a close friend to suicide, and captaining Cork to an All-Ireland victory just a year after facing these challenges. Ashling also shares her personal story of facing rock bottom again in 2019 after an incident on...2025-05-2649 min
Big News Coming Soon PodcastBrenda Dennehy (Brenda's Bits) "I'm not that important"Brenda Dennehy is well known online as "Brenda's Bits". I was really lucky to have Brenda as a special guest on my live show in Cork a few years ago and today I'm honored to sit with her and speak about her time seeking treatment in rehab after hitting rock bottom and ignoring the trolls. Brenda has transformed her life without being dependent on alcohol and this podcast is so inspiring. Please sign up to my Patreon for weekly bonus episodes: www.patreon.com/BigNewsComingSoon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...2025-05-2558 min
The Comeback with Brenda DennehyThe Comeback with… Neil PrendevilleIn todays epiosde:Delighted to have Neil Prendeville as the very first person to feature on my podcast. For anyone who knows my story, you might guess why Neil was such an important choice. He gave me my first break in radio — and later, when I needed it most, a second chance.This episode sets the tone for The Comeback — sharing my story through an open, honest conversation with someone who’s played a key part in it. Neil brings a depth and warmth that captures what this podcast is all about....2025-05-1952 min
The Confession BoxGoodbye Brenda!In this episode it's just Julie Haynes as she says goodbye to Brenda Dennehy.There's plenty of updates as to what's been going on in her life to just let people play catch up.Mortgage talk and Julie has questions for listeners.A new segment of listeners voice notes as to what gives girlies the fluttersHow Julie met Patti!Court Drama and much moreLeave your own voice notes each week here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...2025-04-0730 min
When are you coming home?When are you coming home, Brenda Dennehy?In this final episode of series 2, I had the pleasure of speaking to the superstar journalist, TV producer and podcast queen Brenda Dennehy. You may know her from her popular podcast ‘Brenda and Julie’s Confession Box' with bestie Julie Haynes.I chatted to Brenda about how seeing out her dream of moving to London in her late 30s was the perfect time, wondering whether Londoners would ‘get’ her vocab, her journey with addiction, and going on a short lived date with an Eastenders star.You can follow Brenda @brendasbits and @brendaan...2024-12-211h 09
Runners Diary# 107 with Brenda DennehyContact the show & Useful Links:
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The Laura Dowling ExperienceAddiction, Relapse and Tragic Loss with Brenda Dennehy's powerful journey #083Send us a textTV Producer and Podcast host of the Left On Read Podcast Brenda Dennehy, joins me to talk about her story with addiction and recovery. How after five years of recovery now feels ready to share and open up about her journey in depth discussing rehab at a young age, relapsing and how to cope. Through our discussion Brenda bravely shared her story with loss, only losing her father to which they had a close relationship, she now has to deal with the rollercoaster of grief and how to survive after death. We shine...2024-08-081h 29
Left On ReadCelebrating Brenda’s dad, Dano &...the London Marathon (of course!)Sadly Brenda lost her beloved father Dano Dennehy on the 24th April just days after she completed the London Marathon. In this episode, she shares the devastating phone call from her mother that changed everything.While this is a very sad time for everyone who knew Dano, Brenda wants this episode to be a celebration of his life. She talks about how kind people have been since the terrible news and how important community is during tough times. Brenda also mentions her marathon experience of course and Julie gets in on the act with details on her...2024-05-0740 minLeft On ReadCelebrating Brenda’s dad, Dano &...the London Marathon (of course!)Sadly Brenda lost her beloved father Dano Dennehy on the 24th April just days after she completed the London Marathon. In this episode, she shares the devastating phone call from her mother that changed everything.While this is a very sad time for everyone who knew Dano, Brenda wants this episode to be a celebration of his life. She talks about how kind people have been since the terrible news and how important community is during tough times. Brenda also mentions her marathon experience of course and Julie gets in on the act with details on her...2024-05-0642 min
The Long Way BackAddiction Took My dreams from me and Recovery Gave them back With Brenda Dennehy🌟 Don't miss out on this inspiring episode of The Long Way Back Podcast, where we sit down with Brenda Dennehy to dive deep into her remarkable journey of overcoming addiction and reclaiming her dreams. 🌟Join us as Brenda candidly shares her personal story of struggle, resilience, and ultimately triumph. From the depths of addiction, where her dreams seemed out of reach, to the transformative power of recovery that allowed her to rediscover her passion and purpose, Brenda's story is one of hope and redemption.In this heartfelt conver...2024-04-051h 53
The Neil Prendeville Show | Cork's RedFM29th March 2024Neil speaks with his ex-producer Brenda Dennehy about her addiction journey, the 20th anniversary of the smoking ban, and a chat with the Irish Museum of Time about the clocks going forward. Cork, it’s time to talk, weekdays from 9am. The Neil Prendeville Show on Red FM. Contains sensitive content. 2024-03-292h 04
Zero Shoulds GivenEp #12 Brenda’s Bits – Manifesting, Mindset & Self-LoveEp #12 – Brenda’s Bits – Manifesting, Mindset & Self-Love
In our first guest episode of the New Year, Anna and Yvonne are joined by Brenda Dennehy for a deep dive into the transformative power of manifesting, cultivating a positive mindset, and the importance of self-love and being your own best friend.
In this laughter-filled episode of the Zero Shoulds Given podcast, the conversation takes a light-hearted approach to these transformative topics with both the hosts and guest sharing their own experiences, opinions and misconceptions that surrounds the art of manifesting.
Whether you're new to the concept...2024-01-0853 min
Mindset Mashup5 Minute Podcast with Sky and BBC Journalist Brenda DennehyWe all have dreams and aspirations. I believe in something so much that I start believing it's possible, do you ever have that? Listen man I know sometimes life comes at you and you lose your way. Things have a way of getting tough, and the tough times make it hard to dream but having the right MINDSET.
That's why this podcast exists. No matter what happens. No matter how bad things get. No matter how many times you feel like giving up, that voice in your head will never go away. Brenda talks...2022-12-1912 min
Left On ReadWelcome To Left On Read!Hello and welcome to Left on Read. A weekly podcast brought to you by Instagram sensation Julie Haynes aka Twins N’ Me and TV producer Brenda Dennehy also known as Brenda’s Bits.
While Julie manages the single mom life in Cork, Brenda has crossed the Irish sea for a career in television in London. Never afraid to laugh at themselves, the hopeless romantics share their disaster dates and dilemmas after being left on read more times than they'd want to admit! While Julie has been the victim of several catfishes, Brenda once faced the humiliation of being ghosted by her...2022-12-1407 min
The Brian Keane Podcast#358: Brenda Dennehy on Quitting Smoking, How A Couch To 5k Run Led To A Marathon and Finding Your Motivation!Brenda is a radio producer, journalist and general fitness lover. She gave up smoking a year and half ago and recently completed her first ever marathon. In today’s podcast we unpack how to stay motivated when it comes to training for any physical goal like a marathon and the mindset or tools needed to give up smoking (or kick any bad habit) for good. Here are some of things we talked about in today’s episode: 2019 when she were a 30 a day smoker and couldn’t run 2km to...2021-12-0646 min
Best Practices in Human ResourcesEP 110 How to Pivot & Slay with Guest Jessica DennehyWant to crush & slay the day when the day wants to crush & slay you? Listen to my girl Jessica (get her best-selling book Pivot & Slay) on how you can change the direction of whatever is going on in your world and come out a victor!2021-05-1937 min