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Still I Rise PodcastEpisode 9: Live Streamed Novena, Irresponsible Parenting & Spreadsheet DopamineIn this week’s episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Elliot for a wide-ranging conversation full of laughter, reflection, and unexpected delights.We explore:🕯️ The very modern experience of a live-streamed novena🚇 Being a tourist vs. belonging in London🌍 The language of “immigrant” and “expat”👶 Honest chats about parenting moments📊 The pure joy (and chaos) of colour-coded spreadsheets If you’ve ever found comfort in a well-organised Excel doc or wondered why words like “expat” carry certain weight—this one's for you. 💬 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, leave a comment, and ring the bell so...2025-07-3038 min
Still I Rise PodcastEpisode 6: Gerry Moran: Surviving Ireland’s Industrial SchoolsIn this powerful episode of the Still I Rise Podcast, we sit down with Gerry Moran, a survivor of Ireland’s brutal industrial school system, to hear his courageous and deeply moving story.Gerry shares his lived experience as a child in an institutional system marked by abuse, neglect, and silence — and how he found healing, voice, and purpose in the aftermath. His testimony is both heartbreaking and hopeful, offering an important look at Ireland’s hidden history and the resilience of those who endured it. If you're interested in Irish hi...2025-07-1159 minStill I Rise PodcastEpisode 6: Irish Black Heroes, Unpopular Opinion & Wakes (with Elliot)In this special episode, I'm joined by my son Elliot for an honest, funny, and thoughtful conversation that spans identity, history, and tradition. We dive into the untold stories of Irish Black heroes, share an unpopular opinion or two (get ready!), and chat about the fascinating world of Irish wakes—what they are, why they matter, and what we think about them.It’s a mix of generational perspectives, deep pride, and a few laughs along the way. Whether you're here for the history, the banter, or the bold opinions, you’re in for a treat.🎧 Tune in, share with a friend...2025-06-2354 minStill I Rise PodcastEpisode 6: Punchlines & Pride: Tommy McCarthy on Comedy, Culture & the RingIn this funny, touching and deeply honest episode, we sit down with the brilliant Tommy McCarthy—comedian, boxer, and proud son of West Belfast 🥊🎤. From growing up amidst the raw realities of racism to navigating identity and legacy, Tommy shares stories that are as hilarious as they are heartfelt.We dive into the art of comedy, the power of representation, and what it means to stand tall in and out of the ring. Expect laughs, truth bombs, and moments that’ll make you stop and reflect.A powerful conversation about belonging, culture, and how humour can...2025-06-0453 minStill I Rise PodcastEpisode 5: Single-Parenting, Holidays and BusinessIn this candid solo episode, We join Luke and Sean to reflect on the beautiful chaos of solo parenting while building a purpose-driven business—and our new Pope.From finance to strategic planning, emotional overwhelm to unexpected inspiration, this episode offers a raw and honest glimpse into the behind-the-scenes of balancing it all. I share the highs, the lows, and the lessons I’m learning along the way, reminding us that while the juggle is real, so is the joy, purpose, and power of rising—one story at a time.2025-05-2150 minStill I Rise PodcastEpisode 4: Small town boy, Hollywood Dreams. Love, Shame & Role Models with GERRY LAVZ2025-05-0750 minStill I Rise PodcastEpisode 3: White Women, Segregated Education and Dating2025-04-251h 03Still I Rise PodcastEpisode 2: Raising Boys & Survival of the Friendliest with Uju AsikaStorytelling, Raising Boys & Survival of the Friendliest Orla has her first guest multi-award nominated blogger, Mother and acclaimed author of A World for Me and You, Bringing Up Race and Raising Boys Who Do Better Uju Asika. We talk about storytelling, the inspiration and impact of her work globally, the rise of toxic masculinity and how all of us have a responsibility to the next generation.2025-04-1051 minStill I Rise PodcastEpisode 1: Identity, Irishness & Storytelling – with ElliotEpisode 1: Identity, Irishness & Storytelling – with Elliot In this heartfelt first episode, I’m joined by my amazing son, Elliot, for an unexpected and deeply real conversation. We explore our identity, what it means to be Irish, and the power of family and storytelling. Raw, honest, and beautifully surprising—this is a glimpse into our lives.2025-03-2658 min
Chik ChatRace Equality In Northern IrelandThis week on the Chik Chat Podcast, I was joined by Orla and had an amazing conversation about Race Equality in Northern Ireland and the world in general.Orla McKeating, whose pronouns are she/her, is an EDI (Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) Leader, Entrepreneur, and Speaker from Belfast, Northern Ireland.In 2019, Orla founded Still I Rise Diversity Storytelling, an initiative focused on providing learning through storytelling sessions and workshops for children and young people, as well as training for adults and educators. The platform addresses important issues often absent from traditional storybooks...2024-09-0549 min
Every L PodcastEp 48 | Hair, Heritage, and Healing: The Power of Representation & Allyship feat. Orla McKeatingI welcome back the fantastic and passionate Orla McKeating as today’s guest. Together, we delve into Orla's experiences and discuss topics that shed light on the importance of representation, allyship, and the challenges faced by single parents. Here are three interesting topics covered in this episode:
The Power of Representation
Allyship and Speaking Up
Navigating the Challenges of Mixed-Race Hair
I hope that today's conversation inspires you to reflect on the power of representation, the importance of embracing our unique identities, and to take action as an ally in creating a more inclusive world
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Every L PodcastEp 48 | TRAILER | Hair, Heritage, and Healing: The Power of Representation & Allyship feat. Orla McKeatingFull episode goes live on Monday 24th July 2023 7am BST
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Radiate Realness#34:Orla McKeating - Still I Rise, Orla’s Mission to Champion Diversity and InclusionOrla McKeating is an entrepreneur, coach and speaker from Belfast, Northern Ireland. Orla founded Still I Rise Diversity Storytelling in 2019. Still I Rise Diversity Storytelling offers learning through story sessions and workshops for children and young people and training for adults and educators on issues typically not addressed in story books including Race issues, neuro diversity, male mental health, LGBTQ+ issues , Disabilities, Diverse Families, Immigration and more. She is an international speaker specialising in race issues, stigma, equality and inclusion. Orla has delivered two TEDx talks on Race Issues and the Stigma of Single Parenting (Sto...2023-04-041h 03
The #DiverseEd PodcastEpisode 3 – Orla McKeatingIn this episode, Nick Kitchener-Bentley and Yamina Bibi talk to Orla McKeating about the protected characteristic of Religion and Belief. Series 1 of the #DiverseEd Podcast has 10 episodes. In each episode, our co-hosts will interview 1 contributor from each of the 10 chapters of Diverse Educators: A Manifesto. Each conversation will:Reflect on how they have found and used their voiceDiscuss how their identity shapes them as an educatorShare the challenges they have had to navigate on their journeyIdentify the changes they would like to see in the school systemVisit DiverseEducators.co.uk for more.2022-09-2725 min
Every L PodcastEp 13 | Breaking Down Taboos and Finding Support after Miscarriage feat. Orla McKeating
In this episode of Every L Podcast, Orla shares her story of loss and grief. As a single mother who was in a committed relationship, Orla's plans for the future were shattered when her partner left and she experienced a miscarriage. Orla shares her experience of feeling isolated and unsupported, but ultimately finding comfort in therapy and developing healthy coping mechanisms. This poignant episode shines a light on the need for normalising therapy and the power of storytelling. Don't forget to leave a review and follow the podcast on your preferred platform!
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AJ Bell Money MattersHow to start saving for kidsOn this episode of the Money Matters podcast Danni and Laura are talking kids and money. Many people want to give their children a savings cushion, to help them with everything from education costs to buying a car or house. Laura catches up with Charlene Young, AJ Bell’s pensions and savings expert, about how to navigate all the options from ISAs to pensions, and how investing little and often can really add up by their 18th birthday.
They also talk about how to help children develop a healthy relationship with money whatever their age and Danni ch...2022-08-0847 min
DEEP SH!TDEEPSH!T - VIRGINIAMENDEZI was joined by the co-founder of THE FEMINIST SHOP Virginia Mendez Meson and we chat about her upbringing in Madrid, why she started The Feminist Shop, how she spreads the F Word and what her future holds!2020-05-1600 minDEEP SH!TDEEPSH!T - BoundariesWelcome back to my isolation series where today Im talking about Setting & Keeping Boundaries to build trusted and valuable relationships and live your life in a safe, respectful way! Enjoy!2020-05-0800 min
Men Are NutsOrla McKeating TedX Speaker, Diversity & Anti Racism Campaigner talks about racism and equalityOrla mcKeating is a anti racism campaigner she is also training for international accreditation life coaching specialising in coaching women from the BAME community. She is also a mum bringing up her son of colour in a country that is predominately white. After leaving Belgium and coming back to Belfast Northern Ireland she found that racism was rife amongst the community. She also felt that she would be frowned upon for being a single parent. Orla was struggling mentally to cope with work/life. She suddenly found herself on the verge of a breakdown. Listen to her empowering story2020-04-2954 minDEEP SH!TDEEPSH!T - SingleParentLockdownWelcome back to my isolation series and today I'm sharing my 6 tips on Coping as a Single Parent during Lockdown!2020-04-2400 minDEEP SH!TDEEP SH!T - Coping with UncertaintyI share 6 tips on Coping with Uncertinty during these challenging times.
While we are faced with uncertainty in so many areas of life - is it the only really constant after all - I offer some guidance on developing the tools to cope with uncertainty today and in the future!2020-04-1500 minDEEP SH!TDEEP SH!T - Anxiety in IsolationI check in with my own thoughts on anxiety in isolation for my isolation series and share 6 tips on what has helped me and others during this Global Pandemic and isolation.2020-04-0800 min
Rebel with a CauseDear White People with Orla McKeatingHear from Orla McKeating, TEDx speaker, Entrepreneur, Coach and super mum to address all things race, white privilege and being a rebel. Authentic, passionate and un-filtered conversation. 2020-04-0827 minDEEP SH!TDEEP SH!T - White PrivilegeThe second podcast in the Isolation Series and I share 6 ways we can show up and using our White Privilege to work towards true equality and racial justice.
This starts with us. The time is now.2020-04-0200 minDEEP SH!TDEEP SH!T- Self BeliefWelcome to the new DEEP SH!T Isolation Series where I'm sharing musing and tips on personal hurdles I've overcome!
Today - first in the series - SELF BELIEF!2020-03-2500 minDEEP SH!TDEEPSH!T - JordanAdetunji20 year old Jordan Adetunji is Belfast based, London born Irish Hip Hop artist who raises the volumes on every day challenges, celebrates purpose, passion and his own journey! As seen at Electric Picnic, Stendhal Festival, BBC, RTE, Dazed, Finalist in the BBC Music Prize 2019, Urban Music Awards ‘One to Watch’ and now DEEP SH!T podcast! Plus raising the volume on Irish Hip Hop in Belfast!
We chat about ambition, goals, focus, purpose, role models, polyester pillows and ALOT of Kanye West!2019-11-0800 minDEEP SH!TDEEPSH!T - AnnaLeckeyFINALLY got my amazingly inspiring friend and activist Anna Leckey on to DEEP SH!T … this is such an important conversation for the climate we’re in right now in Northern Ireland!
We talk about women’s rights, the Repeal movement in the South, pro-choice, anti-choice views and why human rights are starting to happen in our awesome country!
All the chats as well on making NI more a more plastic free and eco friendly place one sustainable step at a time and my FAV pastime (after porn star martini’s & talking) HOT YOGA!
Keep your eyes peeled for Anna’s s...2019-08-1600 minDEEP SH!TDEEPSH!T - NadiaSayersI am joined by Mental Health Advoate, Miss Universe Finalist, Blogger and all round amazing person Nadia Sayers.
She walks us through her mental health journey, her struggles with an eating disorder and how she how she uses her platform as a successful blogger and model to raise awareness in mental health issues and her own work in suicide prevention.2019-08-0600 minDEEP SH!TDEEP SH!T - Episode 6 - Bybit AreketaBybit Areketa - founder of the Mental and Emotional Wellness Trust Zimbabwe shares her story of family love and values, over coming challenges, male influence and chats about her documentary!
"Let's learn together, let's heal together!"2019-07-2200 minDEEP SH!TDEEPSH!T - VictoriaMcCallumVictoria McCallum, self confessed gladiator of careers chats about her own journey, imposter syndrome, social expectations, failure and saying no!2019-07-1500 minDEEP SH!TDEEP SH!T - Episode 9 - Astra McNichollI chat to Astra McNicholl co-founder of Itty Bitty Book Co about her experiences growing up moving around the world, practising empathy and compassion and how she got there and setting up her business with her husband Al!2019-07-0800 min
Tenx9104 - Belonging in BelfastOn July 3rd in Belfast’s Black Box, nine first timers told their story of Belonging in Belfast. Here are four of them & a little bonus: Dave Thompson enters the Orange Order Song Contest; Geraldine McCormick fails to exhale; Orla McKeating embraces the city she had left behind; Niamh Kavanagh grows up on the road between Dublin & Belfast. Paul is your host.
Tenx9 is a monthly storytelling event where nine people have up to ten minutes to tell a true story from their own life on a particular theme. It began in Belfast in 2011, started by Pádraig Ó Tuama & Paul Dora...2019-07-0741 minDEEP SH!TDEEP SH!T - Episode 7 - Vivian McKinnonCatching up with Vivian from HydroEase Flotation Centre in Belfast. We chat flotation therapy, addiction, rejection and connection2019-06-1700 minDEEP SH!TDEEP SH!T - Episode 3 - Johnny RinaldoDEEP SH!T - Episode 3 - Johnny Rinaldo by Orla McKeating2019-02-2500 minDEEP SH!TDEEP SH!T - Episode 5 - Gemma Fitzner HuttonDEEP SH!T - Episode 5 - Gemma Fitzner Hutton by Orla McKeating2019-01-1400 minDEEP SH!TDEEP SH!T - Episode 4 - Barbara WheartyDEEP SH!T - Episode 4 - Barbara Whearty by Orla McKeating2018-12-1600 minDEEP SH!TDEEP SH!T - Episode 5 - Matt CavanWe chat with Matthew Cavan about living with HIV, his Drag Life with Cherry OnTop and his experience growing up in Northern Ireland!2018-12-0100 minDEEP SH!TDEEP SH!T - Episode 2 - Rebecca WattersonRebecca is founder and head Melter at HappyIs.co!
We chat all about finding our version of happiness, being kind to ourselves & each other and being connected. She hosts events, seminars, one to ones and more!2018-11-2100 minDEEP SH!TDEEP SH!T - Episode 1 - Nuala MurphyDEEP SH!T - Episode 1 - Nuala Murphy by Orla McKeating2018-11-2100 min