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Hair TherapySeason 9 BreakSend us a textSeason 9 BreakAnother season finished!Thankyou so much for supporting the show!Please take a minute to rate, review & subscribe/ follow the podcast, and share it with anyone you think would like it. There have been tons of great guests, so please take this time to go back over the previous episodes to catch any that you may have missed.We will be back soon with some more amazing guests. I am so looking forward to bringing you more fab episodes!If...2025-04-2102 minHair TherapyGet off the tools ~ How to grow your business and get out of your comfort zone!Send us a textGet off the tools ~ How to grow your business and get out of your comfort zone! Katie Godfrey is a salon owner, educator, product developer, business strategist and author. She left school at the age of 13 with no qualifications, after being bullied. She studied beauty at college and ended up opening a business at just 19 with a loan and no experience!Katie has built her brand and learned how to grow a team. When she had a baby, she had to learn how to hand ov...2025-04-1444 minHair TherapyShit I told my hairdresserSend us a textShit I told my hairdresser Jason Townsend from Seattle, & Jack Abernathy from Denver have been in the hair industry for over 30 years. They met working at Toni & Guy, and have worked in LA, where they have hosted some legendary celebrity clients.They have hundreds of crazy stories that they share on their podcast every week, telling tales that can only happen in LA. Some of the stories sound so mad that they seem unbelievable but they are all true!Jack shares how he regularly visits P...2025-04-0755 minHair TherapyEnd of Season 8Send us a textAnother season finished!Thankyou so much for supporting the show!Please take a minute to rate, review & subscribe/ follow the podcast, and share it with anyone you think would like it. There have been tons of great guests, so please take this time to go back over the previous episodes to catch any that you may have missed.We will be back soon with some more amazing guests. Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Do...2024-11-0403 minHair TherapyHow could a wig consultant help you?Send us a textHow could a wig consultant help you? Katie Dear is a wig consultant offering products, help & advice for those experiencing hair loss.She has a long background in wigs, Theatre and T.V. She wanted something more flexible to work around her family, and now she helps people facing chemotherapy treatment & alopecia, and those with fine & thinning hair.We discuss the importance of caring for people at a time in their life where they may be suffering with mental health issues. Katie also shares how it...2024-10-1452 minHair TherapyHair transplantation ~ Navigating the industry from a patient's perspectiveSend us a textHair transplantation ~ Navigating the industry from a patient's perspective Spencer Stevenson is an advocate who approaches hair transplantation from the unique perspective of a patient, having had multiple hair transplant surgeries himself.Through his own mistakes he has learned a great deal, and works hard to help prevent others from being conned or suffering from unethical practices. He knows first hand that the hair transplant industry is not always ethical, and it is important to carry out due diligence and research well before any transplant or procedure.2024-08-2655 minHair TherapyWhat are the options for Female Pattern Hair loss?Send us a textWhat are the options for Female Pattern Hair loss? Dr Mary Alice Mina, a board certified dermatologist from Atlanta, Georgia, shares her knowledge on what female pattern hair loss is, how oestrogen can play a role in this condition and what are the treatment options.Dr Mina was very artistic at school, and loved to dance, but when she became injured her career took a different path, and she began to take an interest in dermatology & skincare.She describes how analysing skin conditions can even h...2024-07-1540 minHair TherapyThe end of season seven!Send us a textThat's a wrap for another season!Thanks so much for listening, we'll be taking a sort break and will be back soon with plenty more guests and real life stories.Please take the time to rate and follow the podcast, and, if you get time, leave a review.This all helps the podcast to grow and become more visible to those who might need it.Back soon for season eight! Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair...2024-05-2702 minHair TherapyIntegrating wigs & hair systems into your Salon business ~ could it work for you?Send us a textIntegrating wigs & hair systems into your Salon business ~ could it work for you? Aileen Maher is in Kildare, Ireland. She is a hairdresser who has had salons for over 25 years. She became an educator, working for brands such as Joico & Alfaparf.After a client got cancer & needed help, she began to take an interest in hair loss & hair systems. She now helps clients with all kinds of alopecia including thinning hair, Genetic alopecia, cicatricia & frontal fibrosing alopecia and medially induced hair loss.Aileen discusses the...2024-01-2944 minHair TherapyBuilding a strategy to thrive in your business ~ not just survive W/ Maddi CookSend us a textBuilding a strategy to thrive in your business ~ not just survive Maddi Cook is 34, and after being a hairdresser for 12 years, and after suffering from sciatica, having back surgery gave her an opportunity to change the focus of her career to helping others in the industry with her brand Boss your Salon.She shares her knowledge on how we can protect ourselves for the future, and how to put measures in place in case something goes wrong.Maddi gives her insight into the importance of having multiple r...2023-11-1358 minHair TherapySeason Four BreakSend us a textSeason four is over!Time for a quick break!We will be back very soon with more great guests and real life stories. I hope you are enjoying the podcast so far! Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert! 2022-12-2603 minHair TherapyShould all hair salons cater for Afro Textured hair?Send us a textShould all hair salons cater for Afro Textured hair?Karen Roberts lives in Bromley, UK. She is the owner of Mintwave Radio and the host of 'A coffee with Karen' podcast. She is mixed race, with Afro Textured hair. She was adopted by two white parents, and lived in Tunbridge Wells in Kent, where there was very little diversity, and they didn't really know how to handle her hair type.Support for adoptive families at that time was minimal, and none of the local salons...2022-12-1239 minHair TherapyAlopecia Universalis at 17 ~ Why it's important to find connectionsSend us a textAlopecia Universalis at 17 ~ Why it's important to find connections Frank Cornine, 38, has been living with alopecia since he was 17 and in High School, when within 6 months he experienced a total loss of hair from his whole body!He describes his visit to the dermatologist to get help as quite cold and not very compassionate, saying his initial patches of hair loss may get better, or they may get worse.The uncertainty of whether his hair would all fall out or return was difficult to deal with....2022-12-0548 minHair TherapyHow many everyday medications could have an effect your hairSend us a textHow many everyday medications could have an effect your hairAraz Nelson from combed education has been a hairstylist for over two decades, starting her career when she was just 15.She has carried out months of research on the effects of different medications on the hair, the side effects that can be experienced, and how this can produce unstable - sometimes terrifying - results when using chemical treatments such as hair colour!We discuss how minerals and medications are excreted from the body, including inhabiting the...2022-10-3149 minHair TherapyZoe Lyons, Bald ambition ~ Living with alopecia in the public eye.Send us a textZoe Lyons, Bald ambition ~ Living with alopecia in the public eye. Zoe Lyons first experienced alopecia areata at age 10. She would find patches and it would come and go, flaring up at times over a period of 20 years. Two years ago, she went through a very stressful time, full of upheaval, plus the stress of the pandemic, and her hair loss grew worse. She describes this as a physical manifestation of a lot of mental turmoil.Zoe shares her story and talks honestly about being...2022-10-2443 minHair TherapyWhy business education is just as important as being a great hairdresserSend us a textWhy business education is just as important as being a great hairdresserAntony Whitaker has been hairdressing since 1978. He has trained with the best and owned three successful salons and had his own training schools.He now puts his wealth of knowledge and experience to good use as a salon business coach after finding that stylists on his hairdressing courses were just as keen to learn about their business as they were their craft.Many hairdressers are creative people, who don't have any formal business...2022-09-1244 min
Collective Whisper podcastGets to know....Zoe HolohanOn this episode of the Collective Whisper podcast Simon speaks to author and motivational speaker Zoe Holohan.On 23 July 2018, in the seaside town of Mati in Greece, Zoe Holohan and her husband of four days were enjoying the beginning of their honeymoon. Then disaster struck. Unprecedented wildfires swept through the area, killing 102 people. Zoe and Brian fled their villa, chased by the flames, running for their lives. Ultimately Zoe was one of the few survivors from the area, having been miraculously rescued from the boot of a burning car just seconds from death. She suffered severe burns...2022-07-291h 17Hair TherapySeason 3 breakSend us a textThanks so much for listening, sharing and supporting the show!I have really enjoyed putting this together.Please Dm me with any comments, questions or suggestions! I would love to hear your feedback; if you would like a particular subject or condition covered, then I would love to make that happen!We have tons of great guests and real life stories lined up for season four, which we will be bringing to you very soon.Please remember to rate, review, subscribe or follow the podcast...2022-07-1804 minHair TherapyHair transplants and scalp micropigmentation ~ how they can be used togetherSend us a textHair transplants and scalp micropigmentation ~ how they can be used together Caitlin James has a background as a beauty therapist. She expanded into medical beauty options and started to work alongside a hair transplant surgeon as a transplant assistant.She first became aware of Scalp micropigmentation at a conference in Alaska; it wasn't common in Australia at the time.And so SMP Australia was set up 7 years ago.Caitlin realised the potential for SMP to work hand- in- hand with tr...2022-07-1129 minHair TherapyBuying a wig made simpleSend us a textBuying a wig made simple Jane Kelly has been hairdressing for 44 years. She began her training in a salon with a wig shop, and through this began to fit & style wigs for theatre and panto.Aderans, a global Japanese company, bought Trendco 20 years ago. They have over 800 trade accounts and provide education for these accounts and also the end user and wearer.Jane specialises in finding individual bespoke solutions for different types of hair loss and conditions.We discuss finding the best wig...2022-07-0453 minHair TherapyLife after chemotherapy ~ When and how is it safe to colour my hair?Send us a textLife after chemotherapy ~ When and how is it safe to colour my hair? Raoul Perfitt shares his knowledge and expertise on what cancer treatment does to the hair, and the best advice for those wanting to return to colouring their hair after their treatment.We discuss how to proceed cautiously and safely when introducing anyone who has had cancer or illness back to colour. We also look at using professional techniques to create great results using safer options.Organic colour systems was borne following the need for...2022-06-2748 minHair TherapySMP ~ When a career change leads you to enhance people's livesSend us a textSMP ~ When a career change leads you to enhance people's lives Will Quaye began doing scalp micropigmentation in 2019, and has completed a foundation course in Trichology.He loves how low maintenance and user friendly the treatment is, combined with seeing how his clients have increased in confidence and are happier.He describes some people who come to see him as desperately suffering, and how amazing it is that something that could be deemed as cosmetic can make such a difference. He offers a personal...2022-06-2037 minHair TherapyDermatology ~ looking after your hair and scalpSend us a textDermatology ~ looking after your hair and scalp Dr Jen Haley began studying medicine with the aim of becoming a paediatrician, but when she started to learn about dermatology she became fascinated by it, and has been a dermatologist for 20 years! Dermatology in the US covers the hair aswell as the skin.We talk about how hair loss can often be very complicated and can have more than one cause or trigger.Delving into nutrition, and how it is essential to have the best building b...2022-06-1346 minHair TherapyPilomatrixoma ~ why you should get that lump on your scalp checked!Send us a textPilomatrixoma ~ why you should get that lump on your scalp checked! Sarah Brooks shares her experience of being told she had skin cancer after developing a tumour on her scalp, which originated from a hair follicle.Sarah first noticed she had a problem with her scalp when it became so tender that the cold wind was causing her pain and discomfort!She didn't really know where to go for help, but her GP referred her to a dermatologist, who made her feel like she was t...2022-06-0635 minHair TherapyWhy hairdressers make great TrichologistsSend us a textWhy hairdressers make great Trichologists Wil Fleeson has been a hairdresser for three decades, and is now on the board of directors for Rainbow rooms international.After attending a hair show, he became aware of Trichocare and felt that learning Trichology would give him the knowledge to meet his clients' problems. He found that as his clients aged alongside himself, their needs and concerns changed.He thinks that having a background in hairdressing is an advantage for trichologists and loves the balance between the emotional clinic sessions...2022-05-3049 minHair TherapyWhen the battle with alopecia becomes too much ~ Dealing with suicideSend us a textWhen the battle with alopecia becomes too much ~ Dealing with suicide After a 12 year battle with alopecia, and a stressful job in the NHS as a doctor, Alissia couldnt take any more and decided to take her own life.This is the story of her step- brother, who, after losing his unborn child and step sister within one week, decided to do everything possible to prevent anyone else having to go through the same suffering.Rory Green Connect with Rory:Facebook...2022-05-2359 minHair TherapyAn insight into a career as a Hair modelSend us a textAn insight into a career as a Hair modelKate Palmer is an international hair model, working with brands such as Wella and L'oreal, and modelling for some of the best hairdressers worldwide and creating images for the British Hairdressing Awards.Her first venture into modelling was to enter Miss UK!We look at the stresses and strains on your hair of being a hair model, what happens when you choose the wrong job, and the importance of only working with professional, reputable brands.2022-05-1652 minHair TherapyHow hair loss can affect your body imageSend us a textHow hair loss can affect your body image This episode explores how body image can be affected by changes in your hair, and why it's important to seek help from a professional as early as possible.Sarah Grant is an image consultant and NLP practitioner. She has worked with cancer charity look good feel better, to help and support ladies going through treatment.She helps people find their best colours when shopping for clothes, and identifies their wardrobe personality, but she says its not always...2022-05-0949 minHair TherapyTelogen Effluvium ~ Why you shouldn't blame yourself for hair loss.Send us a textTelogen Effluvium ~ Why you shouldn't blame yourself for hair loss. Bente Jakobsen has had a series of devastating events in the last five years, but despite her many ordeals, she says that losing her hair was one of the most devastating experiences of her life. In 2017 she was diagnosed with a very rare, aggressive breast cancer and had a double mastectomy. She lost her hair during chemo, but it grew back again.She then lost her mum due to medical negligence6 months later her dad committed s...2022-05-0250 minHair TherapyScalp problems ~ How to recognise and treat themSend us a textScalp problems ~ How to recognise and treat them Scalp problems can have just as much of an impact on a person's life as hair loss, affecting their confidence and their social life.Kate Holden is a clinical trichologist who offers brand consultancy, working with companies to promote their products. She enjoys the scientific side of haircare and helps people find the best haircare routine to care for their hair and scalp.We discuss:PsoriasisDandruffSeborrheic dermatitisEczemaContact dermatitis2022-04-2553 minHair TherapyThe best path to a career in wigs, hair & makeup for TV and filmSend us a textThe best path to a career in wigs, hair & makeup for TV and film Waqqas Sheikh is a hair & makeup artist & wigmaker for TV and Film. After 13 years teaching a Hair degree course at a University, he decided to provide his own education and created his own wig making courses online.He talks about how to get into a career in the film and TV industry, and the amazing experiences he has had on various sets including filming in Morocco for an Amazon series, and be...2022-04-1848 minHair TherapyPTSD induced hair loss ~ The road to recoverySend us a textPTSD induced hair loss ~ The road to recoveryJulie Wilcox-Jones had just moved to South Africa when her house burnt down in a fire storm that wiped out over 700 homes over three days.Her and her family lost everything. She was in shock and afterwards she had panic attacks, and didn't want to go out and socialise.As her life slowly started to return to normal, she noticed that her hair began to come out in handfuls, her hairline was receding and her scalp was becoming...2022-04-111h 04Hair TherapyLosing hair after cancer treatment ~ finding your 'new normal'.Send us a textLosing hair after cancer treatment ~ finding your 'new normal'.Ania Kasprzak shares her story of her ten month long fight with triple negative breast cancer- one of the most aggressive types!And yet despite this, and her previous heart attack, or maybe because of these, she believes in the power of positive energy and community.She says that following her cancer treatment, one of the most emotionally difficult moments for her was when her hair started to come out in handfuls.She describes her experience...2022-04-0440 minHair TherapyHow confidently embracing your grey hair could propel you into a life of authenticity and success.Send us a textHow confidently embracing your grey hair could propel you into a life of authenticity and success. Roxanne Gould describes herself as a 'Grey Haired Activist'! Encouraging ladies to embrace their natural hair colour, celebrating diversity, authenticity and uniqueness. Roxanne's modelling career began at just three years old. She has lived in New York and Europe, modelling for Vogue and on the runways. She claims to have the second longest career in the fashion industry, in part due to her unique look by not colouring her...2022-03-2841 minHair TherapyAlopecia Areata ~ How reducing stress is important in combating hair lossSend us a textAlopecia Areata ~ How reducing stress is important in combating hair loss 'Permission to do nothing'Denise Ferguson specialises in Property Law, mentoring salon businesses, negotiating salon leases and helping to deal with any conflicts or problems in salons.Denise used to work for the NHS, but realised, when she had to raise the rent on a Salon who fitted wigs for cancer patients, that she was working for the wrong side! She now enjoys working with and supporting salon owners, giving them more confidence and knowledge.2022-03-2144 minHair TherapyEverything you ever need to know about medical hair loss managementSend us a textEverything you ever need to know about medical hair loss management Delving deep into all aspects of hairloss.I am joined this week by Dr Ben Benham, a specialist in dermatology and hair restoration.Along with his brother, they developed the website Happyhead, to give easy access for patients to Doctors and prescriptions online.Many women are seeking treatment for hair loss, and early treatment can give a better prognosis.Ben gives so much information, he really is a hugely knowledgeable g...2022-03-1458 minHair TherapyCELEBRATING YOUR CURLS ~ How to embrace your natural hair and love yourself W/ Star MonroeSend us a textCELEBRATING YOUR CURLS This episode is all about a journey of self acceptance and embracing your natural self.Star Monroe, a High Performance Coach, talks about how she has worked on changing her beliefs and unconditioning which has led her to do some deep work on herself, which she describes as 'coming home to who I really am'She says for her, her 40s was all about shedding the Masks, including her old persona.She talks about how hating your body is draining, and...2022-03-0733 minHair TherapyARE YOUR PRODUCTS HARMFUL TO YOUR HEALTH? ~ W/ Ryan MargolinSend us a textARE YOUR PRODUCTS HARMFUL TO YOUR HEALTH? Ryan Margolin, CEO of Professional Hair Labs talks about the potential health risks of cosmetic bonding products.After his mother was poisoned by constant exposure to the chemicals in the hair products that she worked with, Ryan worked hard to produce a safe alternative. At Professional Hair labs, they have worked hard to produce clean, healthy and environmentally friendly hair adhesive products using water based solutions.They work with salons and stylists wanting to provide sustainable products and...2022-02-2837 minHair TherapySEASON TWO BREAKSend us a textSeason Two is overThanks so much for listening, sharing and supporting the show!Please Dm me with any comments, questions or suggestions! I would love to hear your feedback.We have tons of great guests and real life stories lined up for season three, which we will be bringing to you very soon!Connect with Hair therapy:Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/HairTherapyUKInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/hairtherapyuk/Twitter- https://twitter.com/HairTherapyUK2022-02-1402 minHair TherapyDHT & ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA ~ W/ Adeeba AqeelSend us a textDHT & ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA Adeeba Aqeel loves helping people, she is a self care and personal development blogger, and also works as a liaison for a University, helping foreign & international students settle in.She enjoys helping people achieve their dreams and stresses that work isn't everything, encouraging people to set goals in all aspects of their lives.Adeeba started to notice her hair thinning when she was a teenager, which had a large effect on her confidence, and she struggled to find answers as to why th...2022-02-0734 minHair TherapyCOMING TO TERMS WITH HAIR LOSS ~ Helping people with Hypnotherapy W/ Ali HollandsSend us a textCOMING TO TERMS WITH HAIR LOSS This episode has two different foci:Firstly, I talk to Ali Hollands on how therapies such as solution based hypnotherapy can help people deal with physical changes in their appearance, such as hair loss.Second, we also discuss her shaving her shaving her head on her wedding day!Ali loves neuroscience, and educating people on how their brain works, helping them to build resources to manage their emotions and deal with difficult circumstances. She has embraced online working...2022-01-3148 minHair TherapyARE YOUR HAIR EXTENSIONS CAUSING ALOPECIA? ~ Finding the best method W/ Patricia NowakowskiSend us a textARE YOUR HAIR EXTENSIONS CAUSING ALOPECIA? Patricia Nowakowski is a salon owner who has experienced hair loss for herself, and after noticing shedding, she thought she had found the perfect solution to increase density by adding hair extensions. But the hair extensions ended up causing more hair loss due to traction alopecia by putting strain on her already fragile fine hair!She works with clients that have suffered from an array of problems including alopecia, cancer, fine, brittle hair and chemical damage from poorly executed chemical services. 2022-01-2449 minHair TherapyTRICHOTILLOMANIA ~ Acceptance of you W/ Arin HalickiSend us a textTRICHOTILLOMANIA Arin Halicki, a transformational life coach, describes her childhood as a 'chaotic' environment which she feels affected her nervous system and led her to be very sensitive.She has lived with trichotillomania since she started pulling out her eyelashes at just six years old!After her high pressure job in the corporate world led to her suffering from high functioning depression, she left that behind to build a career as an entrepreneur, and is now a Kundalini yoga practitioner. We talk about he...2022-01-1756 minHair TherapyGOAL SETTING FOR 2022 ~ W/ Jessica CraneSend us a textGOAL SETTING FOR 2022 What better way to start the year but to set clear, measurable goals that you know you can achieve!Jessica Crane, Salon Coach joins me today for this informative episode on the process of goal setting effectively and the importance of everyone involved working towards the same mission. She is passionate about supporting women in business, helping people to evolve in their business to achieve and grow.We talk about setting well rounded goals in all areas of life, realising...2022-01-1058 minHair TherapyTHE NEW 'C' WORD ~ Covid and hair loss W/ Vera GedaliaSend us a textTHE NEW 'C' WORDVera Gedalia is from Washington, and shares her story of Covid 19 and the impact that has had on her health. After contracting Covid and suffering from a very high fever, she noticed a markable decline in her hair health and condition, along with weak nails and dry skin.She has also experienced significant hair shedding, known as Telogen Effluvium. Vera talks about how, as her work in PR, events and marketing puts her in the spotlight, she has found it...2022-01-0337 minHair TherapyLOSING YOUR SPARKLE ~ Boosting Hair Health in Menopause W/ Alison BladhSend us a textLOSING YOUR SPARKLE Alison Bladh is a registered nutritional therapist who specialises in female health. We discuss how perimenopause, menopause and post menopause can affect your hair health, hair growth and contribute to hair loss. We explore how hormonal changes in the body can affect so many aspects such as hair, mood & sleep patterns. Alison gives advice on how to support gut health and improve your microbiome, and how to plan your diet to improve the effects of menopause. She has also c...2021-12-2052 minHair TherapyHELLO GORGEOUS! ~ Cancer support W/ Kim BeckerSend us a textHELLO GORGEOUS! Kim Becker, a hairdresser of more than 30 years, started to feel like there was more she should be doing to help people.She made the amazing decision to start a non-profit mobile studio to visit cancer patients in their homes & pamper them at a low point in their life. She wanted to help women fighting cancer to keep a positive mindset and feel empowered.'Its the doctor's job to treat your cancer and my job to help you look good whilst doing it'2021-12-1347 minHair TherapyTHE POWER OF HAIR ~ Cutting wigs W/ Robert MasciaveSend us a textTHE POWER OF HAIR Robert Masciave has a great history of competition and Avant Garde hairdressing work, inspired by historical figures such as Marie Antoinette, which has made him no stranger to cutting wigs. He also has a long history of working with clients experiencing alopecia.He shares his knowledge and expertise on what to look for in a wig, the differences in quality and material, and why you should look at a wig as an investment rather than an expense. 'You cannot put a value...2021-12-0649 minHair TherapyJUST ANOTHER JOURNEY ~ Hair loss, breast cancer and pregnancy W/ Tracy GeeSend us a textJUST ANOTHER JOURNEY Tracy Gee is here to tell her real life story of being diagnosed with breast cancer at 32, on the same day she also found out she was pregnant!Tracy didn't really consider the hair loss aspect of chemo, until it all started falling out- she tried using a cold cap but found it unbearable.Hear Tracy's story and how she has dealt with her recovery, including going straight into a surgical menopause without warning.Connect with Tracy:Facebook- T...2021-11-2938 minHair TherapyHAIR LOSS AND THE LAW OF ATTRACTION ~ W/ Jacqueline RhuleSend us a textHAIR LOSS AND THE LAW OF ATTRACTION Jacqueline Rhule began to experience alopecia areata in her 20s, triggered by stress.This forced her to re-evaluate her nutrition, and how she was looking after herself and her body. She looked into natural therapies, complimentary therapies and how she manages stress.She had previously placed great emphasis on her hair being part of her beauty, and has had to work on her self love.Accepting her hair loss has not always been easy, but it has been a...2021-11-2250 minHair TherapyHERE COMES THE SCIENCE BIT ~ Cicatricial Alopecia W/ Jacky Van Driel-NgueneSend us a textHERE COMES THE SCIENCE BIT Scarring Alopecia- What is it and how is it caused?Jacky van Driel-Nguene shares her wealth of knowledge in this episode on Cicatricial (scarring) alopecia.Jacky, a natural educator even in childhood, has a passion for learning and sharing her knowledge wanting to help others grow and achieve more.Curiosity for her around the hair and scalp led to her studying trichology, and now she often presents webinars alongside other organisations such as trichology Scotland. She also...2021-11-151h 07Hair TherapyANDROGENIC ALOPECIA ~ Wearing a topper W/ Lacie RodriguezSend us a textANDROGENIC ALOPECIA 'Shame dies when stories are told in safe places'Lacie Rodriguez, a small town girl, started to lose her hair at just 19, when depression and anxiety triggered her Female Pattern hair loss.Some time later, she discovered hair toppers, and this gave her some sense of control over her hair loss, and helped her to come to terms with it.She shares her knowledge on different added hair options for those with thinning hair, as she strives to remove the stigma...2021-11-0855 minHair TherapySCALP MICROPIGMENTATION W/ Sara AlkazrajiSend us a textSCALP MICROPIGMENTATION She's back!!This week I am joined once again by the Education manager from the Institute of Trichology in London.Sara is the queen of scalp micropigmentation, and this week she shares her knowledge and expertise.So if you've ever wanted to know what it is, how it's done or if you might be a suitable candidate, you can find out here!Connect with Sara:Instagram- Sara Alkazraji - MIT (@ilkleymoortrichologyclinic) • Instagram photos and videosFa...2021-11-0132 minHair TherapyFINDING ACCURATE INFORMATION AROUND HAIR LOSS~ W/ Sara AlkazrajiSend us a textFINDING ACCURATE INFORMATION AROUND HAIR LOSS This week I am joined by the Education manager from the Institute of Trichology in London. Sara shares the latest on hair loss education practices, and where and how to find accurate information, such as where and how to refer clients who are experiencing hair and scalp issues.We look at support from other professionals such as GP's, and how difficult it is to find the facts on hair loss solutions, when there is so much conflicting information in...2021-10-2528 minHair TherapyHAIR LOSS EDUCATION W/ Krysia WestSend us a textHAIR LOSS EDUCATION Krysia West established the Postiche Academy in 2020, after experiencing hair loss herself, she is passionate about hair and hair loss, and wanted to provide hair loss training for other stylists and hair professionals.She recognised that there was little training for hairdressers and barbers on how to consult with clients on hair loss, and, after studying trichology, she wanted others to become an asset to their workplace by developing knowledge in this area.As more and more clients are coming into the...2021-10-1850 minHair TherapyWHERE DOES YOUR HAIR COME FROM? ~ Ethically sourcing hair W/ Melanie KirkSend us a textWHERE DOES YOUR HAIR COME FROM? Melanie Kirk from Arkitect Hair extension academy shares her incredible knowledge on hair extensions and where the hair comes from.Melanie is in her own words totally obsessed with all things hair and hair extensions! Having experienced hair loss herself, and working in the hair extensions business, she is passionate about ensuring that the hair she uses has been donated freely, going so far as to even visiting the source directly to ensure that there was a fair gain for...2021-10-1156 minHair TherapyHOLISTIC APPROACH TO HAIR LOSS W/ Heather GreeneSend us a textHOLISTIC APPROACH TO HAIR LOSSHeather Greene talks about taking a more holistic approach to hairdressing, after finding that using hair products all day caused sensitivity to her skin and hands, and she started to explore making a switch to more natural brands.What's in a product?We discuss 'clean' haircare products and how you can limit exposure to certain toxins, your 'toxic burden' by choosing better quality products for you and your clients, and being conscious of chemical services.We also talk about...2021-10-041h 04Hair TherapyLIONS BARBER COLLECTIVE~ Familiar Stranger W/ Tom ChapmanSend us a textLIONS BARBER COLLECTIVE In 2014, Tom Chapman lost a friend to suicide. In 2015, He founded the Lions Barber Collective.The charity was set up in a bid to help the prevention of suicide.His aim was to create a safe space to provide a vital source of mental health support facilitated by barbers across the country. Barbers are trained to recognise signs and symptoms of mental health, and know what to do if someone opens up to them. We talk about the im...2021-09-2754 minHair TherapyFAKE IT 'TIL YOU MAKE IT~ It's not just hair W/ Beth FinlaySend us a textFAKE IT 'TIL YOU MAKE ITBeth Finlay shares her story; after contracting glandular fever, she started to experience alopecia areata and has lived with fluctuating hair loss ever since.She talks about looking in the mirror feeling ugly, not liking what she saw and describes this as one of the hardest things to overcome.But with gradual acceptance came resilience, and as she started to take back control, she began to help others by talking about her experience.She now runs a social media...2021-09-2041 minHair TherapyACCEPTANCE~ The psychological impact of hair loss W/ Catherine TealSend us a textACCEPTANCECatherine specialises in counselling for hair loss, and we look at the psychological impact alopecia can have.Living with alopecia herself, she can offer a unique insight into the grieving process for hair loss, and how to recognise unhelpful patterns, along with dealing with unpredictable or unstable hair loss patterns.We discuss the stresses of returning to a normal life after lockdown and how you may underestimate your own ability to handle stressful situations. She also shares the unsolicited advice she's been g...2021-09-1357 minHair TherapyPOSITIVE MINDSET~ Yoga Therapy W/ Sheridan RuthSend us a textPOSITIVE MINDSET Welcome to Season Two!What a great guest to start off with!Sheridan Ruth talks about using yoga for therapy and mental health support We explore the importance of a daily routine of self care to support Body- Mind- SoulWe delve into the psychology of body image relating to hair loss; why do people deal with hair loss the way they do?What makes it easier for some people to accept hair loss than others?Sheridan...2021-09-0647 minHair TherapySEASON 1 DONE!Send us a textSEASON 1 DONE!Thanks so much to everyone who has listened to the podcast so far, I really appreciate it!I have had a great time putting together season one for you, and am now taking a short season break, before we are back for season two with another load of amazing content, the best guests ever and lots of different topics, including some inspirational real life stories.Please, if you haven't done so already, leave a review, rating, and follow or subscribe to ensure you g...2021-08-0202 minHair TherapyBECOMING MORE INCLUSIVE~ Hairloss and Transgender Clients W/ Lynne WebsterSend us a textBECOMING MORE INCLUSIVE Lynne is an amazing guest this week!We talk about how to make salons and services more inclusive to clients with different needs & expectations, including those with hair loss, special needs and the transgender community. Lynne sheds some light on the 'My new hair' courses, where you can learn how to cut wigs and become an approved salon. We also discuss supporting cancer patients and what to expect if someone is having chemotherapy, helping to understand their journey.Personal...2021-07-2646 minHair TherapyHAIR REPLACEMENT SYSTEMS~ Are they for me? W/ Sarah SullivanSend us a textHAIR REPLACEMENT SYSTEMS In this episode Sarah talks about types of hair loss, and the solutions and options available. She outlines the different hair pieces, how they work and who they would be suitable for.We also discuss opening a business during the pandemic, and how she is striving to get medical status for her hair replacement services, so that they can be recognised as a medical need, rather than a cosmetic service. She shares the difficulties those with hair loss have had to face...2021-07-1938 minHair TherapyUNEXPLAINED ALOPECIA AREATA~ W/ Jo BlackSend us a textUNEXPLAINED ALOPECIA AREATA In this episode, we talk to Jo, who has been living with alopecia areata for over seven years.She takes us through her experience, and discusses how she has suffered from hair loss despite living an active lifestyle and having a balanced diet.We explore the challenges of balancing being a busy mum and a teacher, and always wanting what you don't have!Connect with Hair therapy:Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/HairTherapyUKInstagram...2021-07-1220 minHair TherapyWORKING TOGETHER ~ Professional collaborations W/ Jane MayheadSend us a textWORKING TOGETHER Jane Mayhead of the Maylan clinic has been practicing trichology for over 20 years.This week we look at why it may be beneficial for trichologists to work closely with salons and medical professionals to ensure support is provided for early signs of hair loss.Are you a hairdresser? what is your approach if you notice a client has bald patches or their hair is thinning? We discuss the importance of the correct approach, and how continual professional development and ongoing education are e...2021-07-0541 minHair TherapyHAIR LOSS & HORMONES W/ Cara B DrescherSend us a textHAIR LOSS & HORMONES This week we are talking all things hormones, with my fabulous guest Cara from The Hormonal Mama.We look at how hair can be affected during infertility, pregnancy, post partum, PCOS and Thyroid issues, including thinning hair, slow growth and excess hair!Cara opens up about her own experiences and we discuss how hormones can be the driving force behind so many issues.Community is also important, and this week offers advice on where and how we can seek appropriate...2021-06-281h 20
Hair TherapySURVIVING CHILDHOOD CANCER TREATMENT~ 'All about me' W/ Cianna age tenSend us a textSURVIVING CHILDHOOD CANCER TREATMENT Cianna, who is now ten, was diagnosed with leukaemia before the age of three. She joins us with her Mum, Laura, and they talk about experiencing childhood with no hair, dealing with treatment and the difficulties they have had to face.Cianna has an amazing attitude and we look at how her journey has changed her and made her a more empathetic person.She has also won an award for the amount of charity work she has done 💕C...2021-06-2135 minHair TherapyDO ALOPECIA YOUR WAY~ You are not alone W/ Deeann GrahamSend us a textDO ALOPECIA YOUR WAY148 million people in the world, around 2% of the population experience hair loss. Deeann Graham, the host of the Alopecia Life Podcast, is one of them. She talks about her life with alopecia, losing friends and gaining new ones, and how you can find the right support and help for you- you don't have to go through it alone.We also discuss how to best support someone with alopecia, especially children, and how cultivation connections with others in a similar situation...2021-06-1453 min
Tour Ireland Outdoors PodcastEpisode #7 - Holohans Pantry -Calvin HolohanHolohan's Pantry is a family owned restaurant situated on University Road, just a stones throw from Queens University and is located in an old listed building oozing charm and ambience, a mixture of old style surroundings in a bright and welcoming setting. The Pantry offers a unique dining experience, based around great local produce and warm, genuine Irish hospitality. Using classic recipes, updated with modern cooking techniques and some of the best local ingredients, the chefs at Holohans produce food that is both nostalgic and contemporary. There is also a real focus on locally sourced craft beer, ale and cider...2021-06-1141 minHair TherapyRecognising contributing factors for hair loss ~ Finding the positives when bereavement & stress trigger AlopeciaSend us a textRecognising contributing factors for hair loss ~ Finding the positives when bereavement & stress trigger Alopecia After suffering a couple of majorly traumatic losses, Frederick shares how this triggered episodes of hairloss, and how he has come to recognise this as a sign to reduce the stress in his life and develop a greater level of self awareness. Despite everything he has been through, we talk about how to overcome stress, and using the hair loss signs to his advantage,Frederick's philosophy is to look for the silver l...2021-05-3048 minHair TherapyQUICK INTRODUCTIONSend us a textQUICK INTRODUCTION~ what's it all about?Welcome to the hair therapy podcast. After being in the Hairdressing industry for 23 years, I felt compelled to expand my expertise and study Trichology to gain a much greater understanding of the hair and scalp.I would like to share my knowledge along the way.In this podcast, we will hear from many experts in their fields, on a variety of subjects and treatments. You will also get to share in the experiences of real life stories from people...2021-03-1703 min
Paddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastWhittaker V Till | UFC Fight Night 174 | No Shame Podcast #132On this weeks podcast Paddy breaks down UFC Fight Night 174 in a Hooligan Report edition of No Shame. In the last of our Fight Island mini series, we recap on the weekends events from Yas Island. Paddy breaks down the action from the card including Whittaker’s UD win over Darren Till, Shogun’s split decision over Nogueira, Francisco Trinaldo’s TKO over Jai Herbert & Chimaev’s stunning TKO over Rhys McKee. It has to be said its a very selective, quality over quantity, break down from the Hooligan, I guess that’s what you call No Shame analysis.
Pad...2020-07-2834 minPaddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastMarc Goddard | UFC Referee | No Shame Podcast #131UFC Ref Marc Goddard joins us on the line for episode 131of Paddy Holohan’s No Shame Podcast. Not only is Marc one of the top officials in the game but his incredible work with IMMAF has helped to make the sport of MMA safer as a whole. Goddard also officiates for other MMA promotions such as Bellator & Cage Warriors.
In the latest instalment of our fight island series Marc gives us an update on what the whole experience has been like in Abu Dhabi from a referee’s perspective. Goddard has been officiating on the island over...2020-07-211h 02Paddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastUFC 251 Fight Island | Jack Charlton | No Shame Podcast #130It’s a Hooligan report edition of the No Shame Podcast as Paddy breaks down the long awaited UFC 251, Fight Island. Also on this weeks show Paddy pays a heart felt tribute to Jack Charlton, a man who brought so many happy memories to the English & Irish people in his lifetime. Jack was manager of the Republic of Ireland football team from 1985 -1995, during his time in charge he changed the culture of the game in this country & made us all dare to dream. Big jack touched so many lives on his journey with the Boys in green & some of...2020-07-1431 minPaddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastJames Doolan | UFC coach | Fight Island | No Shame Podcast #129UFC coach, James Doolan joins us all the way from Fight Island, for episode 129 of Paddy Holohan’s No Shame Podcast. James is the head coach & owner of Higher Level MMA in Bathgate, Scotland. The gym is home to multiple world champions & UFC talents such as Danny Henry & Stevie Ray. Danny is set to take on Makwan Amirkhani on the first of the eagerly anticipated UFC Fight Island card’s this Saturday & James is over on Yas Island making final preparations with his fighter. On this week’s podcast, James talks about Fight Island, coaching, BJJ, his career as a figh...2020-07-0740 minPaddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastGareth Murray | Sneaker Surgery | No Shame Podcast #128Gareth Murray joins us on the line for episode #128 of Paddy Holohan’s No Shame Podcast. Gareth is the owner of Sneaker Surgery, a store that specialises in many bespoke shoe services including repair, restoration & customisation. If you appreciate a good pair of Nike Air Max, if you’ve recently went on a ‘Last Dance’ Air Jordan spending spree or if you simply prefer the classic white Continental look then this is definitely the episode you’ve been waiting for.
On this week’s podcast Gareth tells us how retro sneakers have recently surged in popularity, with huge sums of...2020-06-3036 minPaddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastBrad Pickett | Former UFC Fighter | GB Top Team Head CoachMMA Hero Brad Pickett joins us on the line for episode #127 of Paddy Holohan’s No Shame Podcast. Brad is a former UFC fighter, head coach of Great Britain Top Team & considered by many as a pioneer of British & European MMA.
With an MMA record of 26-14, Pickett was one of the most entertaining fighters to grace the octagon. On this weeks episode Paddy talks about his admiration for Brad, explaining how he used to skip school as a youngster to watch ‘ One Punch’ fight on the former MMA promotion Cage Rage. Pickett had a hard hitting style...2020-06-231h 02Paddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastThe BakeKing | Ben Cullen | No Shame Podcast #125The king of cake, Ben Cullen joins us on the line for episode 125 of Paddy Holohan’s No Shame Podcast. Known as the Bakeking, Ben is a multi award winning cake designer & a regular contributor on Channel 4’s ‘Extreme Cake Makers’. The Birmingham native produces weekly cake builds, topical cake sculptures & how to videos on his popular youtube channel Bakeking TV.
Ben is arguably one of the most creative guests we’ve had on the show. Although he keeps his designs relevant to what’s going on the world, a new idea can spring to mind at any point or...2020-06-0957 minPaddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastDarren Conway | Comedian | No Shame Podcast #124Darren Conway joins us on the line for episode #124 of Paddy Holohan’s No Shame Podcast. Darren is a comedian who has taken the internet by storm with his satirical take on Irish life. The social media star has gained many fans in recent months with his dry humour earning praise from the likes of Michael Conlan, Blindboy, & Mary Lou McDonald.
At the start of the show, Paddy addresses recent events in America surrounding the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis last Monday. George died after a white police officer Derek Chauvin knelt on his neck for al...2020-06-0247 minPaddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastOwen Colgan | Comedian | No Shame Podcast #123Owen Colgan joins us on the line for episode #123 of Paddy Holohan’s No Shame Podcast. The comedian has recently launched his new chat show ‘ Around the Fire with Owen Colgan’, a three part series currently available on the RTE Player, fans of Colgan will not be disappointed.
Owen, who rose to fame for his break out role as Buzz McDonnell in the hit TV series ‘Hardy Bucks’ has firmly established himself on the Irish comedy circuit as a name in his own right. The Mayo native has gained a huge online following for his unique style, when he’s...2020-05-2631 minPaddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastNucentz | Irish Rapper | No Shame Podcast #122Nucentz, an OG of Irish rap, joins us on the line for episode #122 of Paddy Holohan’s No Shame Podcast. Nucentz, whose real name is Rob Byrne, was one of the leading figures of Irish hip-hop during the early 2000’s. The Tallaght native has collaborated with artists such as Lupe Fiasco, Maverick Sabre & opened for the likes of Public Enemy. His music has gained millions of views online with tracks such as ‘Had Enough’, ‘Do You Really Love Me’, & of course the2007 hit ’Sin City’ a Class A’z collaboration with Terawrizt & Redzer. Now after years away from the industry, He’s bac...2020-05-1238 minPaddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastPeter Carroll | UFC 249 Review | Fight Island | No Shame Podcast #121On this week’s No Shame podcast, Top MMA journalist Petesy Carroll joins us on the line to discuss UFC #249. Saturday night marked a triumphant return for the Ultimate Fighting Championship in Jacksonville, Florida & we’re breaking down all the key talking points from a card that will never be forgotten.
Peter currently writes for MMA Fighting, one the biggest MMA news outlets in the world. Alongside fellow broadcaster Niall McGrath, Carroll co-hosts the fantastic ‘Eurobash’, a weekly podcast that offers a definitive guide to MMA with interviews from the best in the business. It’s fair to say Pet...2020-05-1251 minPaddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastDr. Jérôme Fennell | Consultant Microbiologist | Covid-19 | No Shame Podcast #120We’re joined on the line by Dr. Jérôme Fennell for episode #120 of Paddy Holohan’s No Shame Podcast. Dr. Fennell is a consultant microbiologist & manages infection control operations for Tallaght University Hospital. During the podcast Jérôme gives us an update on how Ireland has been dealing with the Covid-19 outbreak along with his own personal & professional experiences with the virus.
A few weeks ago, Jérôme contracted Covid-19 & tells Paddy of his experience. Dr. Fennell explains how it was different to any flu or cold he’s ever experienced previously. He suffered fro...2020-05-0549 minPaddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastColin Byrne | Shinobi Vlog | McGregor FAST | No Shame Podcast #118The Ninja returns, we have Colin Byrne on the line for episode #118 of Paddy Holohan’s No Shame Podcast. Colin is a martial artist, film maker, Conor McGregor’s soigneur, FAST conditioning coach & owner of Shinobi Academy Lagos, a full time MMA Dojo.
This is Colin’s second appearance on the show, if you missed his epic 2 hour discussion with Paddy back on episode #040, it’s available on Youtube & will give you a good insight into the Serpico Ninja’s back story.
On this weeks podcast Paddy & Colin swap burglar stories, one involving nudity & the other invo...2020-04-2153 minPaddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastDamian Browne | Adventurer | No Shame Podcast #117Damian Browne joins us on the line for episode #117 of Paddy Holohan’s No Shame Podcast. Damian is an adventurer, former professional rugby player, motivational speaker & mentally one of toughest people we know. If you needed a lift today, look no further, Auld Stock is at your service.
Damian was our first ever guest on the No Shame Podcast, at the time he was setting out to row across The Atlantic Ocean on his own, a feat he would successfully accomplish in just 63 days. He returned to the No Shame studio on episode #024 to tell us about th...2020-04-1438 minPaddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastKiefer Crosbie | Lar Brennan | No Shame Podcast #116We’re joined by Pro MMA Fighter Kiefer Crosbie & Lar Brennan, the posture Coach for episode #116 of Paddy Holohan’s No Shame Podcast. With the current lockdown restrictions in place It’s another No Shame first this week, Paddy is flying solo in the studio, leaving him in charge of everything technical & it has to be said the Hooligan can produce a podcast.
Kiefer is our first guest on the line, marking his second appearance on the show. It’s not exactly how he’d planned his 30th birthday celebrations pre-pandemic, but Crosbie is taking the positives out of a d...2020-04-0749 minPaddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastIan O'Connell | No Shame Podcast #115Ian O’Connell joins us on the line for episode #115 of the No Shame Podcast, making him our first ever virtual guest to appear on the show. In 2017, a freak bike accident left Ian paralysed from the shoulders down, changing his life forever. In the immediate aftermath doctor’s warned that Ian’s paralysis was permanent & he’d never be able to breath on his own again.
With incredible mental strength, determination & an unbreakable spirit, Ian fought back against all odds, earning International praise from far & wide. Today he continues to defy medical prognosis & wants his story to inspi...2020-03-3136 min
Global Captive PodcastGCP #26: Brady Young, Shruti Vyas, Joe Holohan and Peter HalprinIn Episode 26 of the Global Captive Podcast, supported by legacy specialists R&Q, Richard is joined by guest co-host Brady Young, President & CEO of Strategic Risk Solutions, to discuss the Covid-19 impact on captive insurance, broker consolidation and the SRS growth plans in Europe.
The captive owner interview is with Shruti Vyas, Insurance Specialist and Captive Manager at SES Satellites, while there is also a clip from our first Covid-19 special episode featuring Joseph Holahan, of Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP, and Peter Halprin, Partner at Pasich LLP.
You can subscribe to the Global Captive Podcast on iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Spotify...2020-03-2939 minPaddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastThe Hooligan Report | COVID-19 Edition | No Shame Podcast `#114This week we’re bringing you the first Hooligan report of 2020. Over the last few day’s there’s been one story & one story only. The Coronavirus has dominated world news & if you, like us, can’t possibly think of anything else to talk about, then this is the episode is for you.
On this week’s podcast we reflect on the mood of the population as we face into the great unknown. Sometimes it’s the little things that can highlight the severity of a situation, like not being able to hug your ma on Mother’s day. It’s im...2020-03-2446 minPaddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastCOVID 19 | John Lally | NO SHAME PODCAST #113John Lally joins us in the studio for episode #113 of Paddy Holohan’s No Shame Podcast. On this week’s show we’re discussing Covid-19 & the consequences of a global pandemic that’s shook the world.
John is a close friend of Paddy, a regular on the show & marks his 3rd appearance on the podcast, making him our most capped guest to date. His sister, a nurse, has been working with Covid-19 patients for over a week now & has informed him that she, along with most front line medical & emergency services will most likely contract the Coron...2020-03-1739 minPaddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastLex Griffin | Youtube & Instagram Personality | Lex Fitness | No Shame Podcast #112Lex Griffin joins us in the studio for episode #112 of Paddy Holohan's No Shame Podcast. Lex is an instagram & youtube personality with a background in bodybuilding, fitness & health. Operating under the name of Lex Fitness, his social media channels have racked up hundreds of millions of views, thanks to a fresh approach to documenting fitness & health. Griffin's brand is a combination of humour, education & honesty blended together to produce highly engaging, informative content.
Lex stopped by the studio during filming with SBG Charlestown & head Coach Owen Roddy for his Street Fight Survival series. The series takes elements...2020-03-101h 34Paddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastMichael Conlan | Pro Boxer | Olympic Medalist | No Shame Podcast #111
Michael Conlan joins us in the studio for episode #111 of Paddy Holohan’s No Shame Podcast. Michael is an Irish Pro boxer (13-0-0), 2012 Olympic Bronze medalist, & former World & European champion.
Ahead of his St.Patrick’s Day fight against Belmar Preciado at MSG, Conlan stopped by to chat about the highs & lows of his career so far.
The full episode #111 of Paddy Holohan's No Shame Podcast with Michael Conlan is available now across all the usual channels, including Youtube, iTunes & Spotify.
2020-03-021h 11Paddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastScott Altman | Film Director | Animator | No Shame Podcast #108We’re joined by award winning director & animator Scott Altman for episode #108 of Paddy Holohan’s No Shame Podcast. Scott is on the show to discuss some of his recent projects surrounding the homeless crisis in Ireland along with touching on his impressive career to date. This episode of the podcast is an extremely relevant discussion on the Ireland of today, encouraging plenty of discussion & debate, saddle up.In 2013, Scott Altman won the Wide Eye Media (formally Carlton Screen Advertising) Director of the Year award for his cinema advert to promote Hot Press magazine. That year Altman work...2019-12-311h 11Paddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastA Very No Shame Christmas With Paddy Holohan & Santa Claus | No Shame Podcast #107It’s the Christmas episode of Paddy Holohan’s No Shame Podcast & we’re joined by the main man himself, the OG of the holiday season, Santa Claus.
On this week’s show, jolly old Saint Nick talks to Paddy about the story of Christmas, the true meaning of the holiday season & why it’s a time for hope. Although he can make it look easy at times, it hasn’t always been plain sailing for Santa as he discusses some of the more difficult challenges that come with the job such as Sleigh insurance premiums, being chased by do...2019-12-2425 minPaddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastImelda Duffy | Duffy's Circus | No Shame Podcast #105The incredibly stylish & extremley glamorous Imelda Duffy joins us in the studio for episode #106 of Paddy Holohan’s No Shame Podcast. The Duffy’s name has been associated with the Circus since the 1850’s & the family have been touring Ireland for generations. Imelda is on this weeks podcast reliving some of her fondest memories of growing up on the road & talks about the transition of Circus life from then to now.
2019-12-1745 minPaddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastRichie Sadlier | Football Pundit | Podcaster | AuthorRichie Sadlier joins us in the studio for episode #105 of Paddy Holohan's No Shame Podcast. A former professional footballer & Irish International, Richie is currently a leading football pundit, panelist/presenter with Second Captains, author & full time therapist. Richie has recently released his autobiography, Recovering, with the book scooping the prestigious sports book of the year at the 2019 An Post Book Awards.
Both men discuss the writing process of their respective autobiographies with both books being released just weeks apart. Paddy discusses the freedom of getting a book off his chest, getting the whole truth out there & giving...2019-12-101h 20Paddy Holohan's No Shame PodcastConor O'Keeffe | 32 Marathons 32 days 32 Counties | No Shame Podcast #104Conor O’Keeffe joins us in the studio for episode #104 of Paddy Holohan’s No Shame Podcast. Conor, an endurance athlete, is the 2019 Enduroman 200 Mile Ultra Winner & is currently in training for his greatest challenge yet, to run 32 Marathons, across the 32 counties of Ireland in just 32 days with 32 pounds on his back. Conor will lose a pound after each Marathon finishing up weightless on his final leg back to swords. The aim of the campaign is to raise €100k for Pieta house, a charity that provides a free, therapeutic approach to people who are in suicidal distress & those who engage...2019-12-0359 min