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Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeJacqueline Kelly : What is Matrescence?Topics covered : Motherhood, grief, loss of identity, birth trauma, breastfeeding, shedding shame, celebrity culture, awakening, humanity.In this episode I speak to Matrescence coach Jacqueline Kelly.She lives in Dublin with her husband Stuart and their two children Fionn and Molly.And in this conversation she talks to us about Motherhood, her own personal experience of it, the loss of her own mother and coming to terms with her absence and the importance of recognising all mothers.At times it’s a challenging conversation as we deal with topics such as...
2024-12-2034 minReady To Be Real by Síle SeoigeKaren Dempsey : The Bald Priestess & Entheos IrelandTopics covered : Alopecia Universalas, positive birth story, empowerment, inequality, activism, allyship, grief, miscarriage, still birth, episiotomy, PRIDE, colonisation.This week I speak to celebrant and director of Entheos Ireland, Karen Dempsey, also known as The Bald Priestess.Karen lives in Dublin, with her husband Liam, their son Beineán (18), daughter Róisín (5) and their dog Milo.In this conversation Karen talks about Alopecia Universalas; coming to terms with it and how she doesn't miss her hair at all anymore. She speaks about why she set up 'Entheos', an inclusive organisation founded to ser...
2024-06-281h 25
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeLaura de Barra : Gaff GoddessTopics covered : Fast fashion & interiors, trends, style, individuality, empowerment, creativity and lots of practical tips to make the most of your home.Originally from Cork, Laura de Barra is a property portfolio developer who lives in London, with her fiancé.She’s just released her second book ‘Décor Galore’ and like her first one ‘Gaff Goddess’, it’s full of inspiration and practical tips on making the most of your home.In this episode she talks about her background in fashion, her top tips to living well and she also answers a load o...
2021-11-051h 10Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeCharlene Masterson : A Survivors VoiceTopics covered : Sexual abuse, grooming, domestic violence, rape, incest, sexual assault, coercive control, manipulation, gaslighting, guilt, shame, recovery.Charlene Masterson was subjected to horrific sexual abuse at the hands of her father, David, for over 7.5 years.The abuse started at 18 and the details of which are truly shocking, but her ability to talk about what she went through, is remarkable.This summer, she made the brave decision to waive her right to anonymity in the hope of helping others who find themselves in controlling, abusive situations.Now in her early 30’s...
2021-10-301h 21Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeRay Goggins : Ranger 22Topics covered : Military training, vulnerability, self-belief, resilience, family life.Ray Goggins served in the Irish Army for 26 years, including 17 years in the Army Ranger Wing and now he spends a lot of his time working with corporate teams in his role as director of training and leadership company ‘Coreskills’.Originally from Cork, he lives in Kildare with his wife Sinéad and their two kids, Dan who's 13 and Louisa who's 10.In this conversation we talk about his book ‘Ranger 22’ and the recent success of hit TV show ‘Special Forces -Ultimate Hell Week’; he al...
2021-10-2253 minReady To Be Real by Síle SeoigeRosanna Davison : When Dreams Come TrueTopics covered : Miscarriage, guilt, twin pregnancy, the power of letting go.This month marks 2 years of the podcast and my second conversation with the wonderful Rosanna Davison.Rosie lives in Dublin with her husband Wes and their three kids, daughter Sophia and identical twin boys Hugo and Oscar.And this episode is a natural follow on from our first conversation as she shares some of the revelations in her new book ‘When Dreams Come True’ including having another miscarriage in February 2020, just before their twin boys were conceived, and how the number 11 seems...
2021-10-1654 minReady To Be Real by Síle SeoigeMark Fennell : Life CoachingTopics covered : Self-worth, empowerment, burn out, anxiety, fear, impact of the pandemic, mindset, career change, finding purpose.In this conversation, life coach Mark Fennell explains what life coaching is all about and he shares his back story which led him to pursue a career in coaching.He talks about the difference between a fixed and a growth mindset, managing anxiety, changing careers and lots more.Useful questions to ask yourself…* What am I afraid of?* If I wasn’t afraid, what would I do?To c...
2021-10-0851 minReady To Be Real by Síle SeoigeBrent Pope : Waiting at a crossroadsTopics covered : Grief, regrets, health issues, fear of rejection, self-worth, religion, love, vulnerability, loneliness, self-sabotage, finding purpose.This week I speak to Rugby pundit, entrepreneur, mental health advocate and author Brent Pope.Brent has had a difficult few years, from the death of his father in 2019 and now his recent health issues he feels were brought about by a drug he was prescribed.In this conversation he’s reflective about his regrets in life and his hopes for the future and it was an absolute honour to chat to him.
2021-10-011h 22Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigePregnancy Episode 4. : PostpartumTopics covered : The physical, mental and emotional impact of childbirth, hormones, baby blues, post-natal depression, intrusive thoughts, pelvic floor, anxiety/shame/guilt, some hospital bag essentials, body changes, hair loss, placenta encapsulation, sleep, breastfeeding/ bottle feeding/ combination feeding, new-born baby tips, SIDS.This is the fourth and final episode in my pregnancy miniseries and it’s all about postpartum.My guest is parenting and baby expert Claire Thompson who goes by the Instagram handle ‘The Newborn Nanny’ and she is a wealth of knowledge.She lives in Wicklow with her husband Ben and th...
2021-09-241h 08Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigePregnancy Episode 3. : Labour and ChildbirthThis episode is all about labour and childbirth and my guest is midwife and childbirth educator, Avril Flynn.She lives in Dublin with her husband Garret, their 3 year old son Felix and their dog Finn! And in this conversation she takes us from that first contraction right through to that glorious cup of tea and slice toast after you give birth!We also share our own positive birth experiences making this a valuable listen especially for first timers.She’s honest and naturally funny and her advice is reassuring, practical and emp...
2021-09-171h 18Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigePregnancy Episode 2. : The 3rd TrimesterTopics covered : Pregnancy after loss, symptoms, journaling, nesting, affirmations, birth preparation, benefits of water during labour, stepping away from fear. In this episode we explore the third trimester of pregnancy as I speak to pregnancy and birth educator, Kitty Hackel who goes by the Instagram handle ‘Birth, Baby, Beyond’. In this conversation she offers practical, empowering advice on the third trimester, including preparing yourself as best you can for childbirth. Some useful resources: Body work in pregnancy https://drakechiropractic.ie/Spinning babies https...
2021-09-101h 04Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigePregnancy Episode 1. : 1st & 2nd TrimestersFor the next 4 episodes I’ll be talking all things pregnancy with a different guest each week and today we’ll focus on the 1st and 2nd trimesters.In this episode I speak to Lucianne Hughes, also known as ‘The Sunshine Doula’. She’s married to Chris and they have 2 girls, Daisy who’s 4 and Poppy who’s 2.She takes us from the moment you find out you’re pregnant up to the end of the second trimester. We talk about the physical, mental and emotional symptoms of pregnancy, the importance of correct supplementation, wh...
2021-09-0357 minReady To Be Real by Síle SeoigeLaura Curtis : Pregnant and in a comaTopics covered : Miscarriage, pregnancy after loss, Covid positive during pregnancy, medically induced coma, hallucinations, drug withdrawals, dramatic birth experience, post-partum. Originally from Donaghmede in Dublin, Laura Curtis lives in Baldoyle with her boyfriend Robbie and their new-born daughter Demi.But the past year has been one she’ll never forget.Having been through a miscarriage she found herself pregnant again and was so looking forward to an uncomplicated pregnancy.But in March this year, at 20 weeks pregnant, she was diagnosed with Covid.At 29 years of age and with no...
2021-08-271h 07Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeSexologist Emily Power Smith : Sex Part 2Topics covered : Painful sex, sex toys and products, libido, menopause and sex, shame.This is second part of the conversation I had with Ireland’s only clinical sexologist, Emily Power Smith.In this episode, she answers a selection of your questions that were sent in on Instagram and it starts with advice on how best to speak to our kids and teenagers about their bodies and sex.I hope by listening to these episodes that you’ll feel a little less alone in your experience and that you find Emily’s advice he...
2021-08-2035 minReady To Be Real by Síle SeoigeSexologist Emily Power Smith : Sex Part 1Topics covered : The damage of shame, body confidence, libido, porn, sexual trauma.This week I speak to Ireland’s only clinical sexologist, Emily Power Smith.We spoke about so much that I’ve decided to split the chat in two as it’s such a huge topic to cover.In this episode, we discuss our relationship with sexuality here in Ireland, we talk about body confidence, sex drive, porn and we’ll also delve into a few of the questions that were sent in on Instagram which had a lot of common themes, ...
2021-08-1349 minReady To Be Real by Síle SeoigeGeraldine Mullan : Never lose hopeTopics covered : Tragic accident, trauma, grief.This week I speak to mother, wife and nurse Geraldine Mullan.Originally from Galway, Geraldine met John Mullan from Moville, Donegal in 2010. 2 years later they were married and lived a very happy life together with their two children Tomás and Amelia, until a devastating accident changed everything.On the 20th of August last year, a family day out ended in a nightmare when their car crashed into Lough Foyle.John (49), Tomás (14) and Amelia (6) tragically all lost their lives while Geraldine miraculously survived.
2021-07-2957 minReady To Be Real by Síle SeoigePJ Gallagher : As real as it getsTopics covered : Adoption, mental illness, self-worth.This week I speak to comedian and radio presenter, PJ Gallagher.PJ lives in Clontarf in Dublin with his two dogs, Wendy and Stella.He was born in the now infamous Bessborough Mother and Baby Home in Cork, in the 70’s and went on to be adopted and grew up with his mother, father and sister in Raheny in Dublin.When he was 27 he met his birth parents who went on to marry after he was born and also went on to have 4 more chi...
2021-07-231h 01Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeEileen Loughlin : Annabel’s spiritTopics covered : Tragic accident, trauma, child loss, grief.Eileen Loughlin is a wonderful person and someone I’ve wanted to speak to for a long time.She lives in Delvin in County Westmeath with her husband Enda and their two sons, Senan who’s 16 and TJ who’s almost 9.And over 2.5 years ago her life changed forever when their 3.5 year old daughter Annabel, died in a freak accident in their home.Now at 22 weeks pregnant she shares how profound the grieving process is, especially with a new addition on the way; h...
2021-07-161h 16Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeClaire Walsh : Champion FreediverTopics covered : Long Covid, breathwork, freediving, mental illness, therapy, self-limiting beliefs, reinvention and overcoming.This week I speak to champion freediver Claire Walsh.Originally from Leixlip, she currently lives in Bray with her partner Boudy and she’s been freediving for 6 years now.She’s competitive and driven, but there’s also a beautiful gentleness about her that allows her to connect to her breath and to the water and achieve what she has already, which is incredible.She can hold her breath underwater for an impressive 5 minutes 59 seconds and she ca...
2021-07-091h 09Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeJames Patrice and Vanessa Butler – Family TiesTopics covered : Pregnancy, wedding during Covid restrictions, meningitis, Pride celebrations.This week I speak to brother and sister, James Patrice and Vanessa Butler.James is a TV presenter, performer and social media sensation and Vanessa is a classically trained singer, music teacher and has grown her own following on Instagram in recent times too.Proudly from Malahide, they have always been close, and in this conversation we learn things like 'what their favourite food is', 'who the biggest Diva is' and how their mother Fron, got her name.But we a...
2021-07-021h 02Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeTherapy and the impact of the pandemicTopics covered : Suicide, grief.This week I speak to counsellor and psychotherapist Peter Mahony who gives us a deeper insight into therapy; what it is and how we can benefit from it. We talk about the impact the pandemic has had on us and how important it is to mind ourselves and others, as we recover from the past year.There’s a particular focus on teens and those in their early twenties in this episode. We also tap into self-worth, family dynamics, how friendships have changed during Covid and he also gives practical pare...
2021-06-251h 16
Gaelic Statsman PodcastGAA Statsman Podcast #26: Pól Seoige (Gorta47 and Mayo GAA Banter Page)In this episode, I am really looking forward to a chat with Gorta47 Apparel founder and Mayo GAA Banter co-founder Pól Seoige, currently in the Eastern standard time zone. Pól has travelled all over the globe. We discuss his wide ranging roles in playing, coaching and promoting Gaelic Games in Moscow, New York and Toronto. We'll also look at Mayo's chances of earning the Sam Maguire Cup this year and his opinions on the current state of the organization of Gaelic Games.
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2021-06-241h 23Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeRuthAnne : When it rains look for rainbowsTopics covered : Pregnancy, miscarriage, endometriosis.This week I speak to grammy nominated, multi-platinum singer/songwriter, producer and artist, RuthAnne.She’s engaged to Ollie and they live in London with their dog Ruby who they adore.A gifted artist in her own right, she has also penned hits for the likes of Britney, JoJo, Niall Horan, One Direction and John Legend! And as the founder of ‘Irish Women in Harmony’, she and all the incredible people involved in the beautiful cover of The Cranberries classic ‘Dreams’ have raised over €200,000 for the ‘Safe Ireland’ chari...
2021-06-181h 17Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeAudrey O Hagan : Making deals with GodTrigger warning : Fertility, miscarriage, cancer, hysterectomy, IVF, surrogacy.This week I speak to Dublin woman Audrey O’Hagan who’s married to Dave and their son Hugh is almost a year and a half.She’s in her thirties and works as a communications officer with Dublin Airport, a job she loves and in this episode, she lets us in on the past four years of her life that have had their fair share of ups and downs. And even though the conversation is deeply emotional and challenging at times, it’s also an upliftin...
2021-06-111h 20Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeEating Distress : Recovery is PossibleTrigger warning : Disordered eating.This week I speak to Aoife O’Brien about life with and after an eating disorder.Originally from County Clare, Aoife now lives in Mayo with her fiancé Damian and their son Liam, who’s nearly 2. She works with the GAA/ Croke Park co-ordinating the Healthy Clubs project which promotes health and wellbeing within clubs.But for years she was controlled by an eating disorder which went unnoticed for a long time. Now having fully recovered she is passionate about getting the message out that life after disordered eatin...
2021-06-0458 minReady To Be Real by Síle SeoigeHolly Carpenter : This is MeTrigger warning : Disordered eating, depression.This week I speak to former model and media personality, Holly Carpenter.She lives in Stoneybatter in Dublin with her dog Max, and has been in a relationship since October, but over the past 14 months she has had many ups and downs and she’s been very honest about her struggles with her mental health and the impact the pandemic had on her overall wellbeing.She’s genuine, sensitive and naturally funny and in this candid conversation she talks about the years she spent modelling, competing at the...
2021-05-2855 minReady To Be Real by Síle SeoigeIan Lawton : Running for HankTrigger warning : Infant loss, grief, depression, disordered eating, weight loss.This week I speak to father and ultra marathon runner, Ian Lawton.He lives in Navan in County Meath, is married to Jennifer, and is the father of two sons, Ike who’s 12 and Hank who passed away 10 years ago, the day after he was born.In this conversation he gives us a profound insight into infant loss, and the pain of a bereaved father. Not alone does he speak about loss and grief but also about rebirth and moving forward with a n...
2021-05-211h 17Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeZoe Holohan : As the Smoke ClearsTrigger warning : Tragic death, complex grief, severe injuries, PTSD.This is my conversation with the incredible Zoe Holohan.On the 23rd of July 2018, Zoe and her husband Brian were on their honeymoon when disaster struck. Wildfires swept through the seaside town of Mati in Greece where they were staying and claimed the lives of 102 people. She miraculously survived despite her extensive injuries, while Brian, unfortunately didn’t.In this conversation we hear how she and Brian met, what a wonderful man he was, their beautiful wedding day and how her lif...
2021-05-141h 17Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeSharon Keegan : Highs and LowsTrigger warning : Postnatal depression, anxiety, sudden death, grief.This week I speak to entrepreneur and mother, Sharon Keegan.She lives in Dublin with her partner Seán and their two boys, Liam who’s 5 and Bob who’s 2.As the founder of female empowerment clothing brand ‘Peachylean’, Shar’s USP is ‘being real’ so obviously she was the dream guest for this podcast.Last December we sat down to have a chat and it was powerful.2020 was a year with some wonderful highs but also some terrible lows fo...
2021-05-0754 minReady To Be Real by Síle SeoigeDenise Phillips : Miracles Do HappenTrigger warning : Multiple rounds of IVF, miscarriage.Denise Phillips lives in Newbridge, Co. Kildare with her husband Mark, their 6 year old daughter Beth and she’s also step mother to 16 year old Ellie.She’s hugely successful in her career as the owner of Pelo hairdressing and the co-owner of Irish hair brand Voduz and last week she got the surprise of her life when she found out she was over 6 months pregnant!For the past 10 years, she had lived with unexplained infertility, no periods, no ovulation and the lining of her womb...
2021-05-051h 31
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeDenise Phillips : Miracles Do HappenTrigger warning : Multiple rounds of IVF, miscarriage
Denise Phillips lives in Newbridge, Co. Kildare with her husband Mark, their 6 year old daughter Beth and she’s also step mother to 16 year old Ellie.
She’s hugely successful in her career as the owner of Pelo hairdressing and the co-owner of Irish hair brand Voduz and last week she got the surprise of her life when she found out she was over 6 months pregnant!
For the past 10 years, she had lived with unexplained infertility, no periods, no ovulation and the lining of her womb was very thin.
On their 9th cycle of I...
2021-04-301h 31
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeRanae von Meding : Equality for ChildrenTrigger warning : Religion, IVF. I speak to writer, podcaster, activist and mother, Ranae von Meding this week.Ranae lives in Dublin city centre with her wife Audrey and their two daughters, Ava who is 4, and Arya who is 2. She spoke about so much during our chat…from growing up in an extremely religious household, the importance of having boundaries, her struggles with an eating disorder, how she met and fell in love with Audrey and their beautiful but challenging journey to Motherhood.She’s also the CEO of non-profit organisation ‘Equality for Children’ and I hope when you listen to this con...
2021-04-231h 23
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeMenopause Part 2 : HRT, early Menopause and your questions answered.This is the second part of the conversation I had with Menopause coach, Catherine O’Keeffe.And in this episode, she talks about HRT, early menopause and she also answers a selection of your questions that were sent in on Instagram, including, advice on supplements.Menopause is a complex topic, and the experience of it, is different for every woman so I do hope you find these episodes helpful.You can email her directly on catherine@wellnesswarrior.ieAnd you can also sign up to her newsletter here : https://www.wellnesswarrior.ie/menopause-week-2020Mentioned during the conversation * None of the brands me...
2021-04-1643 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeMenopause Part 1 : Perimenopause, natural menopause and the impact of stressThis is a conversation I’ve wanted to record for ages and I’m so glad it finally happened.I sat down with Menopause coach Catherine O’Keeffe, who goes by the name WellnessWarrior.ie and we spoke about so much that I’ve decided to split the conversation in two, to allow you to absorb the information as it’s such a complicated and sensitive topic and the experience of menopause is so different for every woman.Originally from Kilkenny, Catherine lives in Dublin with her husband Tom, their three boys and their dog Joy! In this conversation, she’ll discuss t...
2021-04-091h 16
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeMaeve Madden : Queens Don’t QuitProudly from Newry in Northern Ireland, Maeve lives in London with her fiancé and her Instagram following grew massively in the past year due to her virtual workouts which led to her creating her online community ‘Queens Don’t Quit’.In this conversation, she talks candidly about a whole load of topics…periods, fibroids and PCOS, her former dance career, having Covid 19, wedding plans, the downsides of Instagram filters and her dislike of cats!She’s hilarious, genuine and I absolutely loved chatting to her.To join her online community…https://maevemadden.co/Trigger warning : Cat lovers beware!This episode of Ready to B...
2021-04-021h 22
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeTony Flannery : Refusing to be SilencedTrigger warning : Religion, Catholic Church. This week my guest is Redemptorist priest and religious writer, Tony Flannery.Tony has gained a reputation for being a controversial figure within the Catholic Church but when you examine what he talks about, he is simply speaking the truth. In 2012 he was summoned to the Vatican and told that he would be allowed to return to ministry only if he agreed to sign a statement stating, among other things, that women could never be ordained priests and that he would adhere to church orthodoxy on matters like contraception and homosexuality. He went to Rome...
2021-03-261h 29
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeSinéad O’Leary : Fighting SpiritTrigger warning : Knife attack, Murder, PTSD.Sinéad O’Leary was only 19 when her life changed forever.She and her friend Nichola Sweeney, were getting ready to go out, when a neighbour (Peter Whelan) broke into Nichola’s home and attacked them both.Sinéad was stabbed 20 times and managed to survive the onslaught, while her friend Nichola unfortunately died, due to her wounds. In this conversation, Sinéad speaks about her friendship with Nichola, the night itself, the court case and how 19 years on, she doesn't feel safe or respected by the state. It is without a doubt, the most af...
2021-03-191h 12
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeImelda May : A Liberated WomanThis Tuesday I recorded a conversation with a woman I’ve admired for many years.Singer, musician and poet, Imelda May is my guest this week.She lives in London with her 8 year old daughter, Violet, and is now dating fellow musician Niall McNamee. Proudly from the Liberties in Dublin, she has lived in England for over 20 years and in this conversation we talk feminism and paganism, she talks about her wonderful parents and her upbringing. We also reminisce about the late Gerry Ryan, she talks about her involvement in this year’s Irish language festival, ‘Seachtain na Gaeilge’, the time she...
2021-03-131h 07
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeDessie Fitzgerald : The Ripple EffectTrigger warning : death by suicide, injury, sudden death, grief.Last December I travelled to Cork and spoke to the incredible Dessie Fitzgerald.His world was turned upside down on the 8th of August 2011, and he continued to face unimaginable difficulty over the 14 months that followed.But since then, he’s turned his pain into a positive and is now helping people every day in his role as a Life Coach.Dessie is married to Sarah and they have two sons, MJ and Jack and they live in Charleville, in North Co. Cork.This conversation is a masterclass in vulnerability, acceptance an...
2021-03-051h 17
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeYasmin Boland : Moon Magic and ManifestingA former journalist and TV Producer, Yasmin Boland is now a best-selling author and is considered one of the most respected voices on the spiritual importance of the moon.In this conversation she talks through the phases of the moon (20 mins in approx), it’s historical significance, New Moon and Full Moon rituals (24 mins), manifesting (33 mins) and of course the divine feminine. And for more on Yasmin, simply go to her website…https://www.yasminboland.com/Moonology Manifesting Challenge...https://magic.moonology.com/7-day-moonology-challenge-yasminAnd you can find her on Instagram here…https://www.instagram.com/moonologydotcom/Book mentions – Yasmin’s Moonology...
2021-02-2646 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeAlannah Sheehan : Worth Fighting ForTrigger warning : Seizures, cancer, terminal diagnosis. This week I chat to the incredible Alannah Sheehan who goes by the Instagram handle https://www.instagram.com/worth_fighting4/Alannah is married to Martin, they live in Tipperary and they have 3 kids; Finn who’s 5, Luca who’s 3 and Phoebe who’s 1 and has just started to walk.But last year her world changed forever when she was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive type of brain cancer.In this conversation you’ll hear how tough it’s been for her, having brain surgery and undergoing 30 days of radiation and 6 months of chemothera...
2021-02-191h 28
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeMario Rosenstock : Dare to be DifferentTrigger warning : Religion, depressionActor and comedian Mario Rosenstock is my guest this week.Best known for his Gift Grub impersonations on Today FM for the past 22 years, he's married to Bláthnaid and they have two kids, Dash who’s 13 and Bellamie who’s 8.He’s wonderfully eccentric and as you can imagine has plenty of hilarious stories but he’s also incredibly honest and reflective and I absolutely loved our chat.In this conversation, he talks about the night he met his wife for the first time, how he’s always seeing the best in people, he shares his views on re...
2021-02-111h 23
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeSharon Myers : Our Wheely Big JourneyTrigger warning : Childhood disability, breakdown. This week I chat to Sharon Myers, a warm and genuine woman who I absolutely loved chatting to.She’s married to Denis and they have two children, Sophie who’s a teenager and Noah who’ll be ten in March and they live in Mitchelstown in North Cork.Noah was born with a rare condition called Escobar syndrome and in this conversation she talks through the ups and downs of coming to terms with it but she also talks about that time they climbed the Galtee mountains together and that other time they went parasa...
2021-02-041h 11
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeAlastair Campbell : Minding his MindTrigger warning : Depression, grief, addiction.This week I chat to writer, communicator, strategist and mental health campaigner Alastair Campbell.He’s probably best known for his role as the official spokesman, press secretary and director of communications and strategy for the former British Prime Minister Tony Blair.Now splits his time between writing, speaking, charity work and consultancy.He lives with his partner Fiona and they have three children, Grace, Calum and Rory. A self-confessed atheist who’s obsessed with Burnley Football, Alastair had a well-documented mental breakdown in 1986 but instead of going into that time during this conversation, I want...
2021-01-2855 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle Seoige2020 Ready to be Real compilationAs we all know, 2020 was a year like no other so I wanted to put together a sort of ‘look back' at the year gone by.I learnt so much from all of the guests I had the honour to chat to, throughout the year.I didn’t include every conversation from 2020 here but I’m so thankful to each and every one of my guests for giving their time so generously.We covered so much in the conversations from realising what really matters in life, the healing power of nature, believing change can happen, letting go of fear, the benefi...
2021-01-2127 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeHector Ó hEochagáin : Ní neart go cur le chéileTV presenter and podcaster Hector Ó hEochagáin is my guest this week.Navan born and bred, Hector has been living in Galway for the past 26 years.He’s married to Dympna and they have two teenage sons, Rian and Shane.He’s been creating and presenting TV and radio shows for over 20 years and he’s filmed in over 60 countries worldwide so far, with many more on the horizon.In this conversation he talks about fatherhood, the pride he feels working for TG4, his brilliant podcast with friends Tommy Tiernan and Laurita Blewitt; why manners, laughter and passion are important in life...
2020-12-241h 06
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeLeanne Moore Behan: Always EvolvingTrigger Warning : references to miscarriage, grief. This week I chat to fitness trainer, gym owner and entrepreneur Leanne Moore Behan.Leanne lives in Kildare with her husband Dave and their adorable dogs, Toby and Ben.And in this conversation we reminisce about that time she won singing competition and hit TV show ‘You’re a Star’, her Mam and the beautiful legacy she left behind, the close bond with her sister, her new morning routine and how it’s improved her life, following her instincts and trusting in signs.Leanne is a gorgeous person and this is such an encouraging listen for...
2020-12-181h 01
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeHelena Tubridy : All things FertilityTrigger Warning : references to conception, pregnancy, IVF, grief.This week I chat to fertility coach and psychotherapist, Helena Tubridy.Helena is a Mother and Grandmother and she has been helping women and men to achieve pregnancy naturally and those who are preparing for IVF, for over 30 years.She also offers support to people experiencing the pain of miscarriage, stillbirth, birth trauma, and subfertility.She’s an independent professional and not affiliated with any brand or company so any mentions of products or clinics in this episode are simply to provide information which may be useful to you.She covers so mu...
2020-12-111h 37
Awfully Irish PodcastPól Seoige| Awfully Irish Podcast #152In today's episode, the lads chat with Pól Seoige, the Irishman living in Canada pursuing his acting career thanks to a fair bit of talent and his Celtic charms. Life is looking up as he embraces life in North America managing the house music duo "The Disq Walkers" and collaborating with Niall Sexton from Contae Doire. Pól currently has his own movie script in the pipeline along with playing an action character in the gaming world. Show him some grá (love) on YouTube, Insta and Twitter @poljoy32. Support the podcast! ko-fi.com/awfullyirish Join the discord! https://discor...
2020-12-071h 25
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeBrian Pennie : Bonus TimeTrigger Warning : references to drug use, addiction, childhood trauma, anxiety, alcoholism.Brian Pennie is a Neuroscience lecturer at Trinity College & UCD, a PHD student, radio presenter and author and he’s one of the most impressive people I’ve ever met.On the 8th of October 2013, Brian experienced his first day clean after 15 years of chronic heroin addiction and since that day he has radically turned his life around.Now at 42, life is good. This year he released his compelling memoir ‘Bonus Time’ and he also found love for the very first time.During our chat he talks about feeling anxious...
2020-12-041h 11
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeMuireann O’Connell : Living LifeThis week I chat to TV presenter and podcaster Muireann O’Connell.A self-confessed insomniac and TV buff, she grew up in Limerick with her parents and her three siblings.And in this conversation we talk about the ups and downs of working in the media in Ireland, life with her ‘housemate’, the bond with her family and her recent health scare.She’s great craic and as smart as a tack, and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. This episode was brought to you in partnership with Revive Active, your daily super supplement, made here in Irelan...
2020-11-201h 05
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeDon O’Neill : Keeping the FaithIrish designer and proud Kerryman Don O’Neill is my guest this week.Don and his husband Pascal have been living in New York for 26 years and I am fortunate to call them my friends.As a designer, Don has dressed some of the most powerful women in the world; Oprah Winfrey, Khloe Kardashian and Meghan Markle to name but a few, with many Irish women also falling in love with his designs.My sister Gráinne and I have been lucky enough to wear many of his gúnas down through the years, with Don also designing her wedding dres...
2020-11-131h 19
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeNíall Ó Murchú : The Wim Hof MethodNíall is a certified Level 3 Wim Hof Method instructor and in this episode we talk about the Ice Man himself, cold showers(from about 22mins) and swimming in the sea(from 39mins).He explains why the cold is good for us and how to do it effectively and carefully. Some of the benefits include strengthening the immune system, balancing hormones, lowering stress and anxiety and improving sleep quality.This podcast is suitable for complete beginners or the more experienced as Níall tells us how we can use nature, our breathing and the cold to improve our lives and ou...
2020-11-061h 10
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeJanet Devlin : No More HidingTrigger Warning : references to self-harm, suicide, alcoholism, drug use. Janet Devlin is a singer-songwriter who was catapulted to fame at the age of 16 when she was a contestant on reality talent show The X Factor.But behind her beautiful performances was a teenager who was really struggling.The youngest of four, Janet grew up in Tyrone and always had a desire to perform but a negative self-image from an early age proved destructive.She started self-harming at 12 and at 20, she was an alcoholic.Now at 25, she’s in a good place in her life and sharing her perspective on her ex...
2020-10-301h 21
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeDr. Billy Mag Fhlionn : Samhain/HalloweenDr. Billy Mag Fhlionn is a folklorist, lecturer and musician and he lives in Dingle with his wife Muireann and their daughters Sadhbh and Líse.In this conversation he talks to me about the significance of Halloween, the stories of old and their meaning and we talk about the games and traditions associated with this mystical time of year. He talks through Halloween games like 'bobbing for apples', 'shave the fryer', 'snap apple', he tells me what was originally in the báirín breac (you may be surprised!) how turnips were used for lanterns and so much more.For...
2020-10-2350 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeJoanne O’Riordan : No Limbs No LimitsJoanne O’Riordan is only one of seven people in the world living with a rare physical disability known as Total Amelia. This means she was born without all four limbs and even though there is no medical explanation as to why this happened, Joanne or indeed her family, has never allowed it to hold her back.During the week of her sixteenth birthday she made a speech at the United Nations and challenged the body to create technology to help disabled people.She’s the youngest in her family and at twenty four, she’s already achieved more than many o...
2020-10-191h 07
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeDr. Malie Coyne : Part 2. Your questions answeredThis episode is the second part of the conversation I had with clinical psychologist, author, and psychology lecturer, Dr. Malie Coyne.In this podcast, she answers a selection of questions that were sent in on Instagram.For more on Malie, go to her website www.drmaliecoyne.ieAs always I’m very thankful for your feedback so if you can take a minute to rate this podcast, leave a little comment (I promise it only takes a minute!) and hit subscribe, I’d be so grateful.References * Podcast - The TED Interview with Elizabeth Gilbert* Books - ‘Man’s Search For Meaning’...
2020-10-0249 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeDr. Malie Coyne : A psychologist’s perspective on the nowDr. Malie Coyne is a clinical psychologist, author, and psychology lecturer.She also sits on the mental health advisory panel for the ‘A Lust for Life’ charity and she released her book,“Love in, Love out: A compassionate approach to parenting your anxious child” this summer.She lives in Galway with her husband Pete, and their two daughters, Jessica who’s 9 and Aimée who’s 7. On Tuesday we sat down to have a conversation and we covered a lot during the chat so instead of releasing one very long episode, I’ve split it. This is the first part and in the seco...
2020-09-2547 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeBaz Ashmawy : Rise AboveTV maestro Baz Ashmawy is one of my absolute favourite people in telly.What you see is what you get. He’s genuine, funny and decent to the core.Having had huge success in his career, it hasn’t always been a smooth road for him.9 years ago, life was really tough; he underwent double-lung surgery and around the same time Irish TV stations had no interest in even meeting with him to discuss ideas.But despite it all, he kept working and creating and knocking on doors and it certainly paid off in the end.He pitched his show ‘50 Ways T...
2020-09-1153 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeProfessor Luke O’Neill : Explore. Dream. Discover.Man of the moment, Professor Luke O'Neill is my guest this week.A renowned Immunologist, educator and author, Luke lives in Sandycove in Dublin with his wife Margaret and their sons, Stevie and Sam.He’s simply one of the most brilliant people I’ve ever met and in this conversation, we talk about Covid 19, but I also hope it gives you more of an insight into the man behind the science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-08-2845 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeSleep : Part 2. Your Questions AnsweredThis episode is the second half of the conversation I had with Health Scientist and Sleep Consultant, Tom Coleman.Tom is married to Jeeny and their son Kai, is nearly two.He’s worked with professional athletes and elite teams on improving their sleep and nutrition for many years now, and in this conversation he covers a wide range of questions to help us get better sleep.Questions related to anxiety, waking up in the middle of the night, advice for shift workers, pandemic dreaming, supplements, sleep disorders, tech do’s and don’ts and lots more!To follow Tom on Ins...
2020-08-2147 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeSleep : Part 1. The FundamentalsThis week we zone in on the topic of SLEEP with Health Scientist and Sleep Consultant, Tom Coleman.He is massively knowledgeable and has worked with elite teams and professional athletes in Sleep and Nutrition.In this conversation he talks us through the fundamentals of sleep, what happens when we sleep, why we need it, how much do you need and what we can do to improve it.You can follow him on Instagram, you'll find him https://www.instagram.com/tomcoleman.ie/?hl=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-08-1453 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeKathie Stritch : Eternally ConnectedThis week I sit down with Galway based Wellness coach Kathie Stritch.Originally from Cloonfad in Co. Roscommon, she lives in Galway with her partner Stephen andtheir little boy Freddie who’ll be 2 in November.She's one of the most impressive people I've ever met and brilliant at what she does but instead of talking to her about her career, in this conversation she shares some painful experiences that have shaped the woman she is today.6 years ago her world changed forever when her sister Elaine was diagnosed with a stage 4 brain tumour. Elaine was married to Pa and their tw...
2020-07-311h 19
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeNumerology : A beginner's guideThis episode is an introduction to Numerology with John Kenny, someone who’s been studying numbers and their meaning, for over 30 years now.He talks about the master numbers, what to look out for and what to avoid doing when it comes to numbers. He also tells us how to figure out our life path, personal year and inner need numbers, while also answering some questions I was sent on Instagram as well. As you’ll hear in our chat, it’s tricky to give a comprehensive run down of all the different elements in a single podcast, but if you’d...
2020-07-2853 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeRosanna Davison : Dare to DreamThis week I chat to nutritionist, author and devoted new Mum, Rosanna Davison.She lives in Dublin with her husband Wes Quirke, and their baby daughter Sophia.And in this episode, she shares her journey to motherhood; from multiple miscarriages, years of tests, treatments and heartache to their decision to try surrogacy and the happiest moment of her life, when her baby girl was finally in her arms.Rosanna is strong, incredibly honest and full of compassion and her struggles are a reminder to all of us, that we never really know what’s going on in other people’s live...
2020-07-171h 05
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeJamie and Georgie Crawford : UnbreakableJamie and Georgie Crawford are a couple who’ve been tested in many ways. From Jamie’s MS diagnosis in 2012 to Georgie discovering she had breast cancer five years later…they have been through more than most people experience in a lifetime but despite everything they have had to deal with, their relationship is stronger than ever and their appreciation for life is truly inspiring.Jamie made the decision to speak publicity about his MS diagnosis at the end of May on Georgie’s hugely popular podcast ‘The Good Glow’.They live in Dublin with their three year old daughter Pia and thei...
2020-07-101h 02
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeAnnie Lavin - Singledom, relationships and dating in the time of CoronaIn this episode I speak to a relationship expert and we explore singledom, healthy and unhealthy relationships, dating in the time of Corona and the importance of acceptance wherever you are in life.Dating-relationship coach and relationship educator Annie Lavin, goes by the name "The Relationship Coach" and works with people far and wide to empower them to create and maintain, healthy, meaningful intimate relationships.Content being single herself, she has experienced the trials and tribulations it has taken to reach this point. When love and relationships begin to feel very confusing and out of control it can be hard...
2020-07-0355 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeDermot Whelan : Power of PlayComedian, TV and radio broadcaster and now meditation teacher too; Dermot Whelan is my guest this week.Dermot has been meditating for many years, but now, having trained as a teacher, he's passionate about breaking through some of the misconceptions people have about meditation to help bring it to a wider audience.He's married to Corrina, they have three kids and they live in Dublin.His colleague and friend is the equally brilliant Dave Moore who he's worked with for the past 18 years on award winning radio show 'Dermot and Dave'.And in this conversation, we talk about many things...
2020-06-261h 22
Ready To Be Real by Síle Seoige7 minute Sleep MeditationThis short guided meditation will help you to calm your thoughts and bring your body to a sleepy, restful state; giving you the best chance to fall asleep or get back to sleep if you've woken up. So simply lie down, get as comfortable as you can and follow the sound of my voice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-06-1907 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeNadine Reid : Together We RiseThis week I chat to makeup artist turned TV presenter, Nadine Reid.Born to a Jamaican family, Nadine grew up in Handsworth, Birmingham.She came to live in Ireland 4 years ago and lives in Dublin with 94 year old Minnie and the new addition to the household, cockatiel Georgie.I asked her to be a guest on the podcast last summer as I’ve been a fan of hers since we met, but now felt like the right time to have a conversation.When we spoke last week about recording a podcast, she was apprehensive and I get why.She made it...
2020-06-121h 02
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeMorning Meditation for ProductivityWe often move through our day without asking ourselves what we truly want to achieve or what direction we want to go in.This meditation will help you to check in with yourself and allow you to bring focus and awareness to your day ahead.Why not try it and see if it makes a difference! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-06-0506 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeBreathing MeditationWe breathe every moment of every day, but how often do we bring our attention to it?Practice this meditation whenever you want to feel more grounded and connected.And please let me know what you think by leaving a review, rate and subscribing if you want to hear future podcasts.Check out https://www.readytobereal.com/ for more.Míle buíochas! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-06-0506 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeJune Burke : Kindness mattersJune Burke lives at Spanish Point, County Clare and helps her brother John in the running of family business, The Armada Hotel.She has two children Callum and Amelya and she’s the founder of a positive sea swimming movement in West Clare called ‘Snámhaí Sásta’ (Happy Swimmers!), which celebrates it’s first birthday this month.Six years ago though, her life changed forever when her husband John, died by suicide a few months before his 40th birthday.We spoke at the end of January when she was sea swimming every morning, but naturally, due to Covid 19, she and her hap...
2020-06-0538 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeKathryn Thomas : Free SpiritKathryn Thomas is one of the most talented, successful and hardworking TV and radio presenters in Ireland. In a career spanning over two decades, she added business owner into the mix six years ago when she set up fitness and wellness retreat, Pure Results Bootcamp.She’s lives in Dublin with her husband Pádraig, their gorgeous little girl Ellie who’s two, their dogs Peter and Poppy and their cat Arthur.She’s ballsy, kind, grounded, open-minded and they’re just a few reasons why I love her.In this conversation, we reminisce about her beautiful wedding last August, we talk a...
2020-05-2956 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeGratitude Meditation with SíleThere may be things, people or situations in your life which are causing you discomfort at the moment but even in difficult situations there is always something to be thankful for, even if it’s something as small as a cup of tea. The more we focus on what we have and what we’re grateful for it, the more we’ll invite positive change into our lives.So why not pop on your headphones and have a listen to this guided meditation.As always I love to hear your feedback so please feel free to get in touch and let me...
2020-05-2213 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeTommy Tiernan : Search for meaningThis week I chat to Tommy Tiernan; a world renowned comedian, actor, writer and in recent years, TV host.He’s married to Yvonne and has lived in Galway for the past 32 years.He has 6 children and a granddaughter who’s 6 months old. And in this conversation, he shares his thoughts on the Coronavirus situation we’re in, he also talks about his interest in religion and philosophy, his experience of meditation and his love of strong coffee!This chat is my longest one so far and instead of sitting face to face with someone, we recorded it online; but despit...
2020-05-081h 19
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeSeán Boylan : Heritage, Herbalism, Healing.Seán Boylan is a 5th generation herbalist and a true sporting legend.For 23 years he was the Meath football manager and led them to 4 All Irelands, gaining him his reputation as an iconic leader. He’s married to Tina and they have 6 children and due to the Coronavirus pandemic he’s currently cocooning at his home.We sat down to have a chat last year and during the conversation he spoke about many things including his deep faith, his recovery from cancer and the healing powers of nature.To get in touch with Seán and/or his team, go to…...
2020-05-0149 min
Jenny GreeneDiamonds, dance tunes and BBQ's are a girls best friend! Gráinne Seoige chats to JennyJenny chatted to Gráinne Seoige about life in South Africa during Covid-19, missing Ireland, her love of dance music, BBQing and going online with her Diamond business - GraceDiamonds.ie
2020-04-2700 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeSíle - Self Worth Talk and MeditationIn this episode I share my thoughts on Self Worth and guide you through a meditation.It was recorded on my phone and from my wardrobe but I hope you find it helpful especially during these strange days.Sometimes we forget who we really are; what we’ve been through, the positive impact we’ve had on others and what we’ve already achieved in our lives.At 19.30 I guide you through an empowering meditation that will help you remember how strong you are, how capable you are and how worthy you truly are.So I suggest you listen to this p...
2020-04-2434 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigePaul Byrom : What I’ve learntSinger and performer Paul Byrom is my guest this week.He has faced a fair amount of difficulty in his life but his outlook is refreshing.And even though he is naturally funny, this conversation delves a bit deeper as he opens up about the death of his father, his health challenges in childhood and with his voice and why listening is so important.Whether you know him or you don’t, whether you are a fan of his style of music or not...I would urge you to give it a listen. I think we can all learn a lo...
2020-04-1737 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeDr. Suzanne McClean : A Mother’s LoveCounselling psychologist and founder of Rosabel’s Rooms, Dr. Suzanne McClean is my guest this week.She bravely shares how her world completely changed three years ago, when her baby girl Rosabel, died suddenly, when she was only 16 months old.My questions at times, may seem insensitive but Suzanne wanted to share her experience in an effort to help others in a similar situation and I am so thankful to her for her time and her honesty.She is an extraordinary woman and this is a powerful and important conversation to have.Triggers : Child Loss, Sudden Death Trauma, Grief.https://ho...
2020-04-1040 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeSíle Seoige : Navigating the NowI asked for your Coronavirus related questions on Instagram and in this podcast I try and answer some of them. I’m not claiming to be an expert but if my words help you in one way or another, whether they give you some comfort, or challenge your current thinking, then I'm glad I recorded this episode.Some questions I delve into are...Are you worried about the days ahead?I feel overwhelmed, what can I do to help myself?Do you think everything will go back to normal when this is over? Remember, you are braver than you think, stro...
2020-04-0350 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeMichael Healy-Rae : Carpe DiemMy guest this week is politician and Kerryman, Michael Healy-Rae.We sat down to have a chat many months ago now but I think his philosophy on life is certainly something we could do with a generous injection of, particularly at the moment. He’s married to Eileen and they have five children and in this conversation we talk about many things; his recovery from an accident in his twenties, his parents, why he doesn’t sleep too much and how happiness can be cultivated.I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Hosted on Acast. See acas...
2020-03-2746 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeBrian Dowling and Arthur Gourounlian : A New Chapter awaitsBrian and Arthur are my wonderful guests this week.Brian has already had a hugely successful career in television over the past two decades. He went from being a flight attendant to winning Big Brother, the biggest reality TV show of the time, in 2001. And since then he’s presented a whole host of high profile TV shows mainly in the UK but also here in Ireland.His husband Arthur, a proud Armenian; is a world class choreographer and creative director, who has worked artists like…Beyonce, Girls Aloud, Kylie, The Pussycat dolls…to name but a few!They’ve both fel...
2020-03-201h 00
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeSíle Seoige : Flying SoloIn this episode I try and answer a selection of questions I received through Instagram. I talk about Cancer, Career and Miscarriage but I also answer questions like.... What is the most embarrassing thing you have ever worn?What is your best and worst quality or trait?And what do you know now, that you wish you knew at 25? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-12-2438 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeClaire Grady : Change for the BetterClaire Grady is a qualified nutritional therapist and the owner of ANU Wellness, her practice based in Galway.She’s passionate about using food as medicine and helping people achieve optimal health and well-being.In this conversation, Claire shares some of the changes and challenges she’s experienced in her own life, which in turn gives her a deep understanding of people’s struggles and pitfalls when it comes to making those positive changes. She also gives some simple and practical tips, including the benefits of incorporating fermented foods and why eating organic is always best. I loved this chat and I...
2019-12-0758 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigePat Shortt : A life less ordinaryPat Shortt is a multi award winning actor, comedian, musician and TV presenter.He’s achieved huge success in his 34 years so far as an entertainer, from packing out theatres worldwide and smashing TV ratings; he clearly has the midas touch.In this conversation he talks about, amongst other things, his family tree which sounds like a film script and playing the saxophone in his underpants! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-11-2255 min
The Skin Nerd Podcast With Jennifer RockSeoige, Yoga & More with Síle SeoigeSíle Seoige is not only a Gaeilgeoir, presenter, BEO speaker and rich-voiced hooman… She’s also a Nerd Networker, aka part of our online skin community. In this episode, Jennifer speaks to Síle about her skincare routine, her life, her ways of grounding herself and her adoration of yoga.
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2019-11-1547 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeCaroline Foran : Finding your purpose through difficult timesCaroline Foran is this weeks guest. She’s a journalist, co-founder of GAFF Interiors, a podcaster and a bestselling author.‘Owning It’ her first book, tells of her experiences with anxiety and offers practical advice on dealing with it.She lives with her husband Barry and their adorable dog Bear and she’s currently working on her third book.In this conversation we talk creativity, anxiety, spirituality and respecting the comfort zone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-11-1443 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeRichie Sadlier : Making peace with the past, dating as a non-drinker and being happier than everThis conversation is with former Irish soccer player, pundit, psychotherapist, podcaster and now author Richie Sadlier.2019 has been a big year for him; he got married, he completed his masters in adolescent psychotherapy and he finished writing his autobiography ‘Recovering’.In the lead up to the books release, he appeared on The Late Late Show and revealed he had been sexually abused when he was 14 by a physio he has been attending, for back pain. ‘Recovering’ is genuine, raw and in my opinion, a masterclass in stepping away from shame and taking your power back.He’s been a non-drinker for 8 year...
2019-11-0754 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeVicky Phelan : Being authentic and standing up for what you believe inActivist Vicky Phelan, is the epitome of a powerhouse. She has integrity running through every vein in her body and she fundamentally believes in the power of speaking up for what you believe in. Last year she was thrust into public light when she made a very powerful statement on the steps of the four courts, having refused to sign a non-disclosure agreement in the settlement of her action against the HSE.It would come to light that Vicky, along with over 220 women with cervical cancer were given false results. In many cases, their cancers could have been prevented.Vicky...
2019-11-0256 min
everymumLearning to surrender and let it go - Síle SeoigeSíle Seoige joins us in this episode of everymum the podcast. We know her best from over 20 years working on Irish TV and media but behind the screens Síle has learned how to conquer life's challenges. At just 32 Síle was diagnosed with Thyroid Cancer, dealt with the end of a relationship and navigated career twists and turns. Since then she's opened up about of her life, health, fertility & personal healing.And now as a mother to a two year old boy, Síle is more thankful than ever for the path that led h...
2019-10-2647 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeMiriam and Gerry Hussey : Fueling the mind and the many ways we grieveGerry is a performance psychologist who has worked with a range of clients from professional athletes and Olympic champions, to business leaders.Miriam is a qualified pharmacist, a yoga instructor and an Integrated Health, Wellness and Nutritional coach.Together and individually, they run retreats and seminars here in Ireland and internationally.They also run a wellbeing event called Soul Space and it’s going from strength to strength with Gerry running a series of one day workshops called Soul Sundays. Go to https://www.soulspace.ie/soul-sundays to find out more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...
2019-10-2447 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeLucy Kennedy : The disarming power of vulnerabilityTV and Radio presenter Lucy Kennedy is my first guest on Ready To Be Real Conversations.She is warm, genuine and naturally funny and it’s a pleasure to spend time in her company. She’s married to Richard and they have three children, Jack who is nine, seven year old Holly and Jess who is two. She’s just launched her first ever children’s book ‘The Friendship Fairies’ and I really hope you enjoy our conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-10-2247 min
Ready To Be Real by Síle SeoigeREADY TO BE REAL conversations : Who I am'I’m Síle Seoige and thanks for checking out READY TO BE REAL.Before we get into the conversations, I thought I’d give a bit of background on who I am, and what I’ve done.Well I’m a Mom to a two year boy, I’m engaged and at forty, I’m in a pretty good place in my life and I know I have a lot to be thankful for.Of course, like many of us, I still get days where I can feel overwhelmed or stressed but I've learned better ways to cope with those bumps i...
2019-10-2201 min
The Other Side Of PerfectSíle Seoige talks cancer, acceptance, motherhood and how negativity can be the catalyst for changeOn Episode 11, the penultimate episode of Series 1, we have the stunningly soulful Síle Seoige, who I have officially named the ‘Galaxy bar of voice’ - smooth and full of depth. We chat about Síle’s extensive media experience over the past 20 years, from RTÉ and radio to some really heartfelt topics. Síle opens up about her journey with cancer and recovery, a relationship breakdown, miscarriage and motherhood. We talk about acceptance, non judgement, finding your true self, how negativity can be the catalyst for change, femininity and breathwork. I hope you enjoy what I found to be a truly...
2019-10-0659 min
The Good GlowThe Good Glow with Síle SeoigeThe Good Glow podcast will hear how Georgie Crawford put her life back together after a breast cancer diagnosis that changed her perspective on everything. Georgie feels there is a need for women to have more in depth conversations about our health and well being in order to drive awareness of self care. This week, Sile Seoige, fellow cancer survivor, wellness speaker, yogi and lover of life opens up about her incredible journey of self discovery and becoming happy in her own skin. This week's podcast will truly give you inspiration and an appreciation for life.
2019-04-1440 min
The Laughs Of Your Life with Doireann GarrihySíle SeoigeThe Laughs of your Life is a brand new podcast with Doireann Garrihy. In this series, Doireann aims to delve into the beauty of having a laugh, speaking to guests from all walks of life. From first memories of laughter to being laughed at to “if I didn't laugh I'd cry” moments, these markers will shape the interviews, bringing out the best in some of Ireland's most influential people. On todays episode, Doireann is joined by TV and Radio broadcaster Síle Seoige.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
2019-03-2035 min
The 738am podcast - talking to people about stuffEpisode 59 - Síle SeoigeThis week I was delighted to be joined by Síle Seoige, radio presenter, TV presenter, MC, actress, singer, yoga teacher ... she does a lot. We chat about her media career, starting at 19 and being thrown in at the very deep end with little or no training. We touch on dealing with life in the public eye, and how she caught the eye of a major Hollywood director. And we talk about how her diagnosis and recovery from cancer has given her a new perspective on her professional and personal life, her spirituality, and how and why yoga has h...
2016-02-221h 00
Pete the Vet's PodcastRadio vet Q&A on the Sile Seoige show on Newstalk: part oneAoibhinn Ni Shuilleabhan was standing in for Sile Seoige when I went into the studios last week to discuss various aspects of pet care - from the new movement regulations for pets travelling between European countries, to the importance of having owner details properly registered on microchip databases, to general questions from listeners. Listen to part one here:
2012-01-1708 min