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The Dynamic Leader PodcastEpisode #213. Sinead Connolly on recruitment and the future of workIn this episode, Shelley talks with Sinead Connolly, CEO and Co-Founder of Lotus People, about recruitment trends and the evolving workplace. Sinead shares insights on navigating a fast-paced work environment,
where both leaders and teams must prioritise mental health, set boundaries and find balance amidst the hustle.
With multiple generations working side by side, companies face unique challenges in accommodating varying expectations, character traits and the widening age gap. Younger generations are more informed and have a strong sense of purpose, leading to shorter tenures within companies. Looking ahead, Sinead and Shelley explore how empathy, communication, collaboration...
2024-10-2941 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastUnpacking Leadership in a Rapidly Evolving Workplace with Kate Drew, Chief People Officer at Madison Group EnterprisesIn this episode of People First, we sit down with Kate Drew, Chief People Officer at Madison Group Enterprises, to dive deep into the world of leadership in the ever-changing workplace. With over 20 years of experience in the HR space, Kate shares her insights on what makes a strong leader, how leadership needs to evolve in the face of digital transformation, and why embracing discomfort is key to success. We discuss everything from the importance of clear communication to using data effectively, navigating resilience in challenging times, and fostering personal growth for both leaders and their teams....
2024-10-2742 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastBuilding a People-First Culture: A Conversation with Chantelle Williams, Head of People & Culture at LSKDIn this inspiring episode of the People First Podcast, we sit down with Chantelle Williams, the newly appointed Head of People and Culture at LSKD, to dive into her unique journey through the world of people leadership. Chantelle shares her diverse career path, from teaching music to leading talent development at Michael Hill, and how each step has shaped her approach to leadership today.Chantelle brings an energetic perspective on what it means to create a truly people-first environment, emphasising the importance of aligning values with company culture. She shares powerful insights on empathy, adaptability and the...
2024-10-2053 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 303 - Tom Jenkins | Live @ 2000 Trees Festival 2024Misery in Comfort. Wales' folk-country-emo triple threat, Straight Lines frontman and renowned sheep shearer, Tom Jenkins, is our guest on Episode 303 of Sappenin' Podcast! Recorded live on stage at 2000 Trees Festival 2024, the hauntingly moving songwriter serenades a capacity crowd tent, with personal confessions on his solo artist journey, happiness hacks and the podcasts first ever singalong performance. In this conversation, Jenkins opens up to the audience on Welsh valley work ethics, music vs farming schedules, festival soil compaction, his love letter verse to Brain Fallon (The Gaslight Anthem), confusing last names, the art of birthing sheep, guitar hunting in...
2024-09-131h 05
People First: A Lotus People PodcastEmpowering Teams: Ali McNiven on Authentic Leadership and Employee Engagement at Healthy Land and WaterThis episode is a must-listen for leaders who are passionate about fostering authenticity and accountability within their teams.Ali McNiven, the Executive Manager of People and Culture at Healthy Land and Water, brings her extensive experience in HR and leadership across various industries. Ali provides invaluable insights into the importance of authenticity, accountability, and employee engagement.Discover how being genuine and transparent fosters trust and respect within teams.Understand how holding oneself and others accountable leads to a productive and positive work environment.Ali shares practical strategies for listening...
2024-09-0845 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 302 - Johnny Christ (Avenged Sevenfold / Drinks with Johnny)A Little Piece of Heaven. Avenged Sevenfold bassist, podcast chatterbox and goth mixologist, Johnny Christ, is our guest on Episode 302 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Drinks with Johnny host shares unholy confessions on the bands meteoric rise, stupid industry fights and cementing themselves to festival headliner status. In this conversation, Johnny laughs off public misconceptions of being the shy A7X member, secret podcast stress, the art of storytelling, unfiltered tour adventures, reminiscing the twenty-first anniversary of Waking The Fallen, producer trust vs songwriting concepts, brotherhood arguments, party fails, accidentally spending $20,000 on wine, early shows with Metallica, My Chemical Romance...
2024-09-061h 30
People First: A Lotus People PodcastDiversity, Inclusion, and Leadership: Insights from Larissa Parker of The Lottery CorporationJoin us for an insightful conversation with Larissa Parker, Culture and Diversity Lead at The Lottery Corporation, as we delve into the essentials of building inclusive cultures and effective leadership.Larissa brings a wealth of experience in diversity, inclusion, and organizational culture, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in these critical areas.We discuss, the traits of a strong People Leader, navigating leadership challenges, adapting to change and creating space for leadership.This episode is packed with actionable insights and practical advice for leaders and HR professionals. Whether you’re...
2024-09-011h 08
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 301 - Louis Posen (Hopeless Records)The Illusion of Safety. Hopeless Records CEO, founder and president, Louis Posen, is our guest on Episode 301 of Sappenin' Podcast! As Hopeless celebrate it's thirtieth anniversary, the distributing boss behind some of the scenes most iconic albums, breaks his media silence on the labels legacy, day-to-day workloads and music industry myths. In this conversation, Posen reminisces on how he accidentally started the label, his time filming music videos, early calls with Green Day, setting up a touring Hopeless exhibit, having to buy back old memorabilia, vinyl vs streaming, cease-and-desist letters, wild publicity ideas, unhinged house gigs, pizza delivery research...
2024-08-301h 10
People First: A Lotus People PodcastTransformational Leadership: Ria Leason on Driving Change and Fostering InnovationThis episode is essential listening for leaders and professionals eager to understand the dynamics of transformation and innovation in today's fast-paced business environment.Ria Leason, Executive Leader across People, Operations and Global Transformation initiatives shares her incredible journey from operational leadership to leading global transformation initiatives. With a background spanning various industries, Ria's insights on fostering high-performing cultures and driving organisational success are invaluable.Learn how Ria navigates the challenges of leading through transformation and her strategies for fostering a culture of continuous improvement.Discover the importance of...
2024-08-251h 08
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 300 - Lowlives (Luke Johnson & Lee Downer)Freaking Out! Loud rock purests, individual scene veterans and best friends, LOWLIVES, are our guests, on Episode 300 of Sappenin' Podcast! Drummer, Luke Johnson and vocal guitarist, Lee Downer, trade unfiltered and honest insights on music industry mechanics, earning their touring strips and starting from scratch, after decades on stage. In this conversation, Luke and Lee open up on the bands long-awaited debut album, explain a independent bands real finances, wages vs crew costs, their time in Lostprophets vs The Defiled, literately having to turn their amps up to eleven, heartbreaking mime artists, embarrassing secrets, parking fails, scary paperwork adventures...
2024-08-231h 24
People First: A Lotus People PodcastUnleashing Potential: Matt Kershaw on Human-Centric Leadership and Building TrustThis episode is a must-listen for leaders at all levels who are passionate about empowering their teams and driving human-centric leadership.Matt Kershaw, Executive Leader – People, Transformation & Performance,former Global Head of Talent & Capability at Domino's Pizza Enterprises, brings a unique perspective on leadership, drawn from his extensive experience in both the corporate and non-profit sectors. Matt's journey from youth development to leading global teams offers a rich tapestry of insights on human-centric leadership and personal growth.Discover Matt's strategies for creating a feedback culture that drives performance and engagement....
2024-08-191h 06
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 299 - Bryan Danielson (All Elite Wrestling)G.O.A.T! The best technical wrestler in the world, creator of the yes movement and environmental warrior, Bryan Danielson, is our guest on Episode 299 of Sappenin' Podcast! The American Dragon shares secrets on All Elite Wrestling's history making return to Wembley Stadium, his game changing impact on the sport and facing retirement. In this conversation, FKA Daniel Bryan, opens on his mindset headlining AEW 'All In: London', putting his career at stake, early matches in caravans vs parking lots, wanting to piledrive us into concrete, his musical influences, growing up in the Seattle 90's grunge scene, unexpected m...
2024-08-1654 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastBuilding Trust and Leading with Growth: Insights from Nicola Young, Head of P&C APAC & Japan at CognizantThis episode is a must-listen for any leaders and aspiring leaders looking to navigate the complexities of modern people management.Nicola Young, the Head of P&C for APAC and Japan at Cognizant, brings her extensive experience in IT professional services, retail, and the restaurant industry to our conversation. Nicola dives deep into what it takes to be a strong people leader in today’s ever-changing workplace, sharing invaluable insights on building trust, fostering a growth mindset, and the importance of effective feedback.Discover Nicola's top traits for strong people leadership and how tr...
2024-08-1251 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 298 - Cameron Hurley (We Are The In Crowd / Avril Lavigne)Weird Kids! We Are The In Crowd founder, Avril Lavigne live guitarist and the internets number one Blink-182 stan, Cameron Hurley, is our guest on Episode 298 of Sappenin’ Podcast! The touring musician exclusively talk secrets on the WATIC hiatus, having Avril as a boss and his viral New.Wav covers project. Throughout this conversation, Hurley opens up on the bands longterm status, reuniting for Slam Dunk vs When We Were Young Festivals, sentimental moments, tough backstage boiling points, relearning old albums, unreleased tracks, working on Tay Jardine's solo project (Saint), classic tour highlights, getting the Lavigne job, how different the...
2024-08-091h 15
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 297 - Aaron Bruno (AWOLNATION)Megalithic Symphony. Dimond selling recording artist, pop-culture songwriter and unapologetic hardcore kid, Aaron Bruno, is our guest on Episode 297 of Sappenin' Podcast! The AWOLNATION mastermind talks secrets behind the bands infiltrated legacy on the mainstream, navigating through industry loopholes and life experiences away from music. In this conversation, Aaron admits exclusive stories on why his next album "The Phantom Five" could be his last, starting a new trash-metal project called "The Barbarians of California", random tour bus tattoos, the internet impact of songs like "Sail" and "Run", unplugging a vending machine to play a gig, grinding his teeth on...
2024-08-021h 17
Andy Cooney's NY Irish Music HourAndy Cooney's NY Irish Hour (73)Hello Friends,Enjoy my 73rd New Yorlk Irish Music Hour! More and more new records coming out!Part 1:Sinead Black (Latest Release), David James (New Single), The Blarneys (New Single), Lee Matthews (Latest Release), Me (produced by Phil Coulter)Part 2:Derek Ryan & The Kilfenora Ceili Band (New Single), Paula O'Reilly (New Release), The Kilkennys, Paddy Reilly & Dee Reilly, Ruth Notham (Seamus Pick)Part 3: Muriel O'Conner, Nathan Carter & Cherish The Ladies, The Murphys, Ciaran Rosney (New Single), Marie Frances, Gavin Gribben (New Single)Support the show...
2024-07-2758 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 296 - Chuck Comeau (Simple Plan)What's New Scooby Doo? Concept lyric theorist, pop-punk drum machine and certified scene diehard, Chuck Comeau, is our guest on Episode 296 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Simple Plan co-founder reveals surprising secrets from the bands 25th anniversary, their mega-hit back catalogue and having a fresh prospective on life in music. In this conversation, Comeau opens up on their most unexpected pop vs punk misconceptions, bursting into the limelight as teenagers, nurturing newer artists, always challenging Pierre with song ideas, his visionary role within the group, the importance of thinking from the fans opinion, living out his frontman dreams at every...
2024-07-261h 07
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 295 - 2000Trees Festival 2024 (Better Lovers, Nova Twins, Hot Mulligan, Lauran Hibberd, Spanish Love Songs, The Nightmares, Fangs Out)We love TREES! Our favourite community driven, chilled weekend and independent festival, 2000Trees, always make us feel special. Sappenin' Podcast returned to Upcote Farm, for another round of sunshine, alternative music and the chance to reunite with old friends. Episode 295 features all our backstage gossip, infiltrating stages and chaotic guest moments, as we talk with artists for more behind the scenes adventures. Listen to exclusive conversations with Better Lovers (Greg Puciato & Jordan Buckley), Nova Twins (Amy Love & Georgia South), Hot Mulligan (Chris Freeman), indie princess Lauran Hibberd, Spanish Love Songs (Dylan Slocum), The Nightmares (Adam Parslow & Benjamin Mainwaring), Fangs...
2024-07-191h 38
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 294 - Dani Luna (TNA Wrestling)Subculture. Punk rock wrestler, suplex machine and strength defying powerhouse, Dani Luna, is our guest on Episode 294 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Total Nonstop Action knockout breaks kayfabe with secrets behind winning championships, alternative music influences and the sports rebellious attitude. In this conversation, Luna reflects on signing with TNA vs making a name on the independent scene, her punk upbringing, hanging out with Lars Frederiksen (Rancid), life on the road, dealing with injuries, trusting strangers to beat her up, weird compliments, her time in WWE, why their UK developmental system didn't workout, lessons from Shawn Michaels, how to be...
2024-07-121h 16
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 293 - Black Stone Cherry (Chris Robertson & Ben Wells)The Human Condition. Kentucky spirit animals, rock 'n' roll runaways and Mary Jane enthusiasts, Black Stone Cherry, are our guests on Episode 293 of Sappenin' Podcast! Chris Robertson and Ben Wells blurt secrets on the bands brotherhood, longevity and wacky tour adventures. Recorded backstage at Download Festival, the guitar and vocal duo open up on their relationship with Donington Park, giggle worthy memories, measuring success vs industry respect, southern upbringings, first gateway records, blending their country and soulful blues roots, building a setlist of radio hit singalongs, vocal surgery, riff tricks, unique fan discoveries, that one WWE video game, experiencing...
2024-07-0539 minAndy Cooney's NY Irish Music HourAndy Cooney's New York Irish Hour (71).Interview with Jim Flynn from the Galway Distillery also a tribute to Mary O'DowdThe new recordings keep coming out of Ireland! Enjoy my 71st New York Irish Music Hour!Part 1Ciaran Rosney (New Single), Tradstone (New Single), Derek Ryan and The Kilfenora Ceili Band (New Single), Tony Allen (New Album Release) Myself with Larry Gatlin, Crystal Gayle and Ronan TynanPart 2Sinead Black, Interview with Jim Flynn from The Galway Distillery, Mike Denver, The Young Wolfe Tones featuring Padriag AllenPart 3Ceol (New Single, Daniel O'Donnell, The Drowsy Lads (New Album Release), Jack Keogh (Latest Single), Mary O'Dowd (Tribute)Support the s...
2024-06-291h 01
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 292 - How To Get Your Music On Radio with Alyx Holcombe & Alex Baker | Live @ Download Festival 2024Live On Air! Broadcast royalties, new music advocates and rad humans, Alyx Holcombe (BBC Radio 1) and Alex Baker (Kerrang! Radio), are our guests on Episode 292 of Sappenin' Podcast! Recorded live on stage at Download Festival 2024, these radio legends team up, to reveal insightful advice for aspiring musicians, how to get played on international stations and wacky examples of industry breakthroughs. In this conversation, Holcombe and Baker walk us through their day to day radio responsibilities, searching for fresh blood, what really gets their attention, production vs imagery, copycat bands, authenticity, song icks, CD scratches, weird messages, publicity stunts, golfball...
2024-06-281h 06
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 291 - Download Festival 2024 (Parkway Drive, Hoobastank, Alexisonfire, Dream State, Atreyu, RØRY)SCREAM DOWNLOAD! Whenever we return Download Festival, it feels like home. To celebrate the twenty-first edition of the worlds premiere rock music weekends, Sappenin' Podcast was invited back to Donington Park, to capture the events legendary spirt, larger than life atmosphere and latest backstage secrets, from bands across all stages. Listen to conversations with secret set shockers Parkway Drive (Winston McCall), Hoobastank (Doug Robb) reminiscing 'The Reason' album anniversaries, Alexisonfire (Wade MacNeil) on starting his new touring club: 'The Only Emo Night Ever', Dream State (Jessie Powell & Aled Evans) embrace unexpected set reactions, Atreyu (Brandon Saller & Travis Miguel) laugh...
2024-06-211h 25
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 290 - Brendan B. Brown (Wheatus)Lemonade. Wannabe gangster, pop-culture songwriter and the original teenage dirtbag, Brendan B. Brown, is our guest on Episode 290 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Wheatus poet reflects on completely dedicating his life to live music, independent band structures and the evolving legacy behind one of the biggest songs, ever! In this conversation, Triple B explains secrets on his constant touring mentality, playing without setlists, experiencing a purely unique career, petty industry battles, important pier friendships, Iron Maiden bike rides, dirtbag covers, the songs larger than life impact, embracing it's core, jetlag struggles, singing with Alice Cooper, hidden gems, learning solar spreed...
2024-06-141h 09
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 289 - Mikey Chapman (Mallory Knox)Asymmetry. Mallory Knox are back, with their original line up, for the first time in six years! After a hiatus from the spotlight, vocalist Mikey Chapman, reveals all, as our guest on Episode 289 of Sappenin' Podcast! Recorded moments after their comeback performances at Slam Dunk Festival 2024, Mikey takes time to reflect on the bands surprise reunion, mending bridges and experiences he never thought he'd relive. In this conversation, we capture raw emotions by discussing a number of catalysts for his return to the fold, stepping away in 2018, life away from music, mental health importance, the stress of industry demands...
2024-06-0746 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 288 - Slam Dunk Festival 2024 (L.S. Dunes, Funeral For A Friend, State Champs, As Everything Unfolds, The Blackout)SLAM DUNK DA FUNK! In what has become Sappenin' Podcast tradition, we begin our summer festival recordings with a trip to Slam Dunk 2024! In this special episode, we capture our chaotic adventures in Hatfield and Leeds, documenting the events nostalgic vibe, backstage gossip and latest stories from some old friends. Listen to conversations with L.S. Dunes (Frank Iero, Tucker Rule and Anthony Green), as they fantasise more about McPlants, State Champs (Derek DiScanio and Tyler Szalkowski), to celebrate 'The Finer Things' tenth anniversary, Lucas Woodland (Holding Absence), on stepping in on Funeral For A Friend vocal duties, As...
2024-05-311h 22
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 287 - Taylor AcornEverything Sucks!? Shapeshifting genre songstress, emo adrenaline hub and certified depressant, Taylor Acorn, is our guest on Episode 287 of Sappenin' Podcast! The situationship vs mental health lyric mindreader, reflects on her country to pop-punk journey, taking major risks and selling out international tours as an independent artist. In this conversation, Taylor opens on building confidence in alternative scenes, almost walking away from music completely, squishing the term 'industry plant', sisterhood friendships with Cassadee Pope, real important life advice, viral TikTok covers, soundtracking strangers weddings, internet threats, secret tattoos, screaming the word 'fuck' too many times in her songs, her...
2024-05-241h 23
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 286 - Serj Tankian (System Of A Down)SUGAR! Inspirational poet, political activist and your nu-metal inner monologue, Serj Tankian, is our guest on Episode 286 of Sappenin' Podcast! The System Of A Down vocalist reveals his true pastime activities, as we uncover the stories you won't read in his memoir, unique songwriting accents and celebrating the bands thirtieth anniversary. In this conversation, Serj opens on SOAD current status vs their appearance at Sick New World, deep-cut set ideas, writing his book 'Down With The System', learning more about himself, activism frustrations, vocal techniques, overcoming wild crowds, Slayer fan bottle attacks, industry confessions, the nu-metal boom period, nostalgia...
2024-05-1754 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 285 - Slipknot Production Coordinator (Simon Robinson)Duality! Production coordinator, Slipknot touring crew member and former zoo keeper, Simon Robinson, is our guest on Episode 285 of Sappenin’ Podcast! In this special conversation, we receive all access passes into life on the road with the worlds biggest metal band, his unique job responsibilities and looking after a team of rabid masked maniacs. Simon opens up industry secrets on the teams structure, backstage antics, hardcore spreadsheets, how many people the band actually hire, production set up, beer keg storage units, scary flame disasters, costume preparation, tracking down random rider requests, each members own show dynamics, new drummer excitement, fe...
2024-05-101h 11
The Ireland Podcast54. Pierce Turner: Singer Songwriter - Part 2Episode 54 continues with more incredible rock'n'roll stories from the road with Pierce Turner as well as him talking about his new Tarantino-esque single 'Hail Glorious Glorious Saint Patrick' out on StorySound Records. Conversation includes: Christy Moore’s track ‘The Way Pierce Turner Sings’; Christy Moore’s sense of humour; playing Carnegie Hall with Philip Glass as part of the Tibet House Benefit in 2010; the acoustics of Carnegie Hall; Patti Smith’s band and Iggy Pop; the unionisation of Carnegie Hall; the antics of Iggy Pop onstage; Iggy Pop at Trip To Tipp in 1993; the financial success of Iggy Pop...
2024-05-0944 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 284 - Brian Fallon (The Gaslight Anthem)American Slang. New Jersey music royalty, blue collar songwriter and storytelling wordsmith, Brian Fallon, is our guest on Episode 284 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Gaslight Anthem vocalist corrects folklore on the bands overdue reunion, local punk scene learning curves and shares and hour of unbelievable adventures. In this conversation, Fallon opens up his new lease on touring life, collecting important lyric tattoos, living up to Jersey Shore references, Bruce Springsteens favourite pizza, latest album History Books, his worst festival fails, secret love for nu-metal, sexy manager offers, the magic in NJ songwriting, advice from Jon Bon Jovi vs The Goo...
2024-05-031h 08
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 283 - AJ Perdomo (The Dangerous Summer)Reach For The Sun. Vintage song shop, outerbody lyrical genius and the life of any party, AJ Perdomo, is our guest on Episode 283 of Sappenin’ Podcast! The Dangerous Summer vocalist/bassist returns with unapologetic secrets on the bands adult era, fighting for a space in the scene and a very emotional return to Slam Dunk UK. In this conversation, Perdomo opens up on the festivals namecheck on the track ‘Goodbye’, mainstream emo moments, the reality of fatherhood, raising his daughter on Taylor Swift, new album ‘Gravity’, overcoming a messy hiatus, living the typical ‘rock star’ life on their first run, appreciat...
2024-04-261h 16
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 282 - Ash Costello (New Years Day)Half Black Heart. Queen of the goths, theatrical vocalist and paranormal expert, Ash Costello, is our guest on Episode 282 of Sappenin' Podcast! The New Years Day founder, tackles some of her biggest misconceptions, songwriting secrets and spooktacular life blessings. In this conversation, Costello opens up by giving us a tour of her new house, insights into travel necessities, thirteen foot skeleton stories, the burden of sitting on new music, unexpected influences, writing sessions at Gerard Way (My Chemical Romance) house, their forbidden song, Warped Tour mishaps, embarrassing Spinal Tap moments, playing abandoned swamps, wondering why Rob Zombie is so...
2024-04-191h 08
The Maroon And White PodLEAGUE FINAL PREVIEW | BODY & KIND CO-FOUNDERS AISLINN CONNOLLY & SINEAD BRADBURYKillian Whelan previews the Camogie league final between the Galway and Tipperary. Body & Kind co-founders Aislinn Connolly and Sinead Bradbury chat about an upcoming event they are hosting.
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2024-04-121h 03
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 281 - Omar Abidi (Fightstar)Palahniuk's Laughter. Drum machine, decorated actor and industry master of trades, Omar Abidi, is our guest on Episode 281 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Fightstar rhythm master, exclusively reflects on the bands 'one night only' return at Wembley Arena, twentieth anniversary celebrations and a career of unbelievable moments. In this conversation, Omar pulls back the curtain on breaking their hiatus, current status vs future plans, late night Charlie Simpson phone calls, wild crowd reactions, setlist antics, life away from music, backstage retrials, a cheeky request from Ed Sheeran, secret offers, classic tour stories, getting hit by a raw fish, worst gigs...
2024-04-121h 16
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 280 - VUKOVI (Janine Shilstone & Hamish Reilly)La Di Da. Weirdo cult leaders, Scottish mosh connoisseurs and award show record breakers, VUKOVI, are our guests on Episode 280 of Sappenin' Podcast! Janine Shilstone and Hamish Reilly take a break from their secret songwriting retreat, to share exclusive insights on the bands next chapter, fighting self doubt and how one walking fridge changed their whole live reputation. In this conversation, the duo let slip details on new music, creative pressure, the bands strange causal growth, not fitting into any sub-genre scenes, mental health struggles, visual art, signing to Sharptone Records, industry nightmares, burst of complete mayhem, Glasgow nights...
2024-04-051h 14
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 279 - Sean Mackin (Yellowcard)Ocean Avenue. Violin visionary, pop-punk hitmaker and golf obsessed business dad, Sean Mackin, is our guest on Episode 279 of Sappenin' Podcast! Yellowcard source of positive energy, candidly shares his unique perspectives on representing an unorthodox instrument for the scene, the bands unexpected second chance and celebrating life with us, on board the Emo's Not Dead Cruise. In this conversation, Mackin reflects on a year of reunion shows, feeling a new humbled appreciation, his time away from music, getting a big corporate job, the evolution of emo, squishing old rival beef, the backflip crew, why he feels he 'got lucky...
2024-03-291h 03
People First: A Lotus People PodcastSeason 2 Episode 8: On social change, why diversity and inclusion is a crucial brand differentiator and doing business with heart with Lyndal HamwoodThis episode is a must-listen for any employees or employers wanting to learn more about what they can do to create a diverse, inclusive, and engaged workforce. Lyndal Hamwood is the founder of (ide)ate studio, a DEI consultancy working with businesses to embrace diversity and different perspectives in order to drive inclusion and business growth. Lyndal is passionate about social change, collective intelligence and she and I speak about how small steps result in moving the needle, what she does to remain optimistic in a challenging, often unjust area of work and about the importance of t...
2024-02-1446 min
The Sinéad de hÓra Podcast19: How to connect with Spirit Guides with Rising Phoenix HolisticHave you ever wondered what Spirit Guides are and how on Earth you could connect with them? Well, today I am joined by @risingphoenixholistic , Shannon Connolly, where together we share our top tips on how you can connect with your own Spirit Guides. It is such a powerful, beautiful conversation, enjoy!
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2024-01-0933 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastSeason 2 Episode 7: On for-purpose career paths, taking accountability for your own growth, and how even the most senior amongst us get imposter syndromeI adored this conversation - Anat Hassner is an incredibly impressive Chief People Officer at a large Australian non profit. A PHD in change management, time spent in academia and a hugely successful corporate career which has seen her work shift from working for large organisations to for-purpose businesses, Anat shares so much fantastic wisdom. On topics such as creating a career pathway for herself that was, at the time, undefined, suffering from imposter syndrome, how we can overcome obstacles and take accountability for our own lives and how we can support those around us to shift t...
2023-10-2342 min
The Tonight ShowMonday 9th October 2023 - Latest on the Israel-Hamas Conflict, #Budget2024 takes place tomorrow - what can we expect?Claire Brock is joined by Alan Shatter, Pádraig Mac Lochlainn, Paul Rogers, Dr Mustafa Barghouti, Sarah Coates, Craig Hughes, Sinéad Ryan, Suzanne Connolly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-10-1047 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastSeason 2 Episode 6: On moving to the other side of the world, personal growth & all things working in recruitmentToday I am very excited to take this episode inside the Lotus People Sydney HQs. My guests today are Chloe Jones and Iona Colville. Chloe is a temporary recruitment consultant here at Lotus and Iona has recently been promoted to Divisional Manager of both the perm team and the HR team. As well as being driven, ambitious, and fantastic at their jobs, they are both wonderful humans; they each moved from the other side of the world to set their lives up in Sydney and we talk through the highs and lows of a hectic career in r...
2023-08-1641 minAndy Cooney's NY Irish Music HourAndy Cooney's New York Irish Hour (60)Hello Friends,Welcome to my 60th New York irish Music Hour! We have a fabulous show for you with new releases from The Murphy's with Michael English, Ciaran Cooney, CEOL and Barry Doyle who's new to the NY Irish Music Hour. I also feature a track from talented duo from our NY Irish Scene back in the 1990's and finish our show with a tribute to Sinead O'Connor. AndyPart 1: Mike Denver, The Murphy's with Michael English (New Single), Erins Pride, Ciaran Cooney (Debut Single), ME!Part 2:Sinead Black, Natha...
2023-08-1358 min
LMFM - The 11-1 Show - PodcastsDunshaughlin Dance do DisneyTalented dancers from Dunshaughlin dance were selected out of thousands of hopefuls to perform on the main stage at Disney in 2024 to help them fund their trip they are organising a series of fundraisers including Meath's got talent and Strictly come dancing event. Zoe Koulianou dance instructor and founder of the studio along with her students Melissa Connolly and Isabelle Dunne joined Sinéád instudio for a chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-07-1912 min
LMFM - The 11-1 Show - Podcasts11-1 Tuesday 11th of July 2023Seeing people struggle due to the cost of living and a desire to reduce food waste inspired French native Margot Ferry to set up the East Coast food share in Drogheda and the surrounding areas she joined Sinéad for a chat, plus a gynaecologist and a yoga teacher join forces to educate and empower women around menstrual health we met Geraldine Connolly and Paula Herbert from My girls gynae plus a festival that is substance free returns to Cavan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-07-1151 min
LMFM - The 11-1 Show - PodcastsGeraldine Connolly and Paula Herbert 'My Girls Gynae' Consultant Gynaecologist Geraldine Connolly and Yoga teacher Paula Herbert joined forces to create a resource that will educate and empower women around menstrual health. They set up mygirlsgynae.com and joined Sinéad to discuss the need for more education around menstrual health and the importance of open discussion around this aspect of female health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-07-1119 min
LMFM - The 11-1 Show - PodcastsTuesday 4th of July 2023Could you join Ireland’s most entertaining tv critics? Googlebox Ireland is seeking new television fanatics casting producer Miriam Smith told us what will stand out in an application, two inspiring ladies join forces to create an important workshop helping you overcome emotional eating Intuitive eating coach Denise Wogan and empowerment specialist Nicola Connolly Byrne joined Sinéad instudio plus fans of Derry Girls a brilliant new exhibition has opened dedicated to the series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-07-0447 min
LMFM - The 11-1 Show - PodcastsOvercoming emotional eatingEmpowerment specialist Nicola Connolly Byrne and Intuitive eating nutritional coach Denise Wogan are combining their expertise in a one day workshop helping women overcome emotional eating. Both ladies joined Sinéad in studio for a chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-07-0418 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastSeason 2 Episode 5: On the importance of investing in your career, learning to say no and how to turn your side hustle into a full time gig!I LOVED chatting with Rachael - I think this is an amazing podcast for anyone in our EA community, but good for all!Rachael has had an impressive Executive Assistant career supporting executives across London, Dubai and Melbourne. After many years working closely with and learning from CEOs, Rachael decided to take the leap and start her own business in 2021. Founder of Elevating Corporate Support, Rachael works closely with individuals and organisations to sustain high performance without burning out. She coaches EAs and works with businesses to create balance whilst not sacrificing productivity. A contributing writer to...
2023-07-0347 min
Be the bookwormEp 30 The Star Shepherd by Dan Haring and Marcy Kate ConnollyWe have another fantasy book with some sci-fi mixed in to discuss this week: The Star Shepherd. We chat about our favorite characters and provide several other recommendations. We'd love to hear what you are reading right now. Both the print and audio versions are excellent!
Some other books you might want to check out:
Quintessence by Jess Redman: https://bookshop.org/p/books/quintessence-jess-redman/15289060?ean=9781250791849
The Starspun Web by Sinéad O'Hart: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-starspun-web-sinead-o-hart/8597279?ean=9781101935088
The Nightsilver Promise by Annaliese Avery: https://bookshop.org/p/books/t...
2023-06-0711 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastSeason 2 Episode 4: On lessons in leadership, being courageous in your career and in business and the importance of self reflection in order to be happy with Ez KhanAfter an unplanned hiatus, When Work Isn’t Work is back! We sat down with the gorgeous soul that is Ez Khan! Ez is a star of the recruitment industry, an entrepreneur with endless creative ideas and someone who has been courageous at every stage of his career. In this chat we talk about disrupting an industry, the downsides of an entrepreneurial brain and why being courageous in your career will allow you to have a more fulfilled and happy life (oh, and also, why buying a porsche is never the answer to happiness!)F...
2023-05-0442 min
We Are Live with Coach H2023 Massachusetts Outdoors Distance Event PreviewsWe will find out who plans on doubling. We will also find out will Amelia Everett jump back into the Mile. Distances are two races, Mile & 2Mile. I have listed the athletes, I believe who will be making a name for themselves this outdoor season.
Girls Mile:
Camille Jordan Brookline
Jordan Liss-Riordan Brookline
Sarah Divasata Peabody
Katie Sobieraj Oliver Ames
Ciara Evans Newton North
Charlotte Tuxbury Wellesley
Sinead Butler Woburn
Maggie Kuchman Holliston
Aluna Coogan-Coyne North Quin...
2023-04-0813 minLMFM - The 11-1 Show - PodcastsThursday 16th of March 2023Ryan Tubridy to leave the Late Late Sinéád has the ideal replacement someone very close to home. Are you eating right for mid life, dietitian consultant Dr Yvonne Finnegan discusses the importance of good nutrition during menopause, From heat maps to eye tracking and subliminal messaging what are the best methods companies can use to advertise their product in our digital age, social media and digital manager from top advertising agency Connolly partners Karla Whelan joined us. Plus 22 step beauty routine one star reveals their daily secret to baby face skin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...
2023-03-1644 min
REV UP RebellionSinead Connolly: Revolutionising Recruitment: Vision for a People-First WorkplaceWelcome back to another episode of Sales Redefined! With special guest, Sinead Connolly, the trailblazing founder of Lotus People, a recruitment agency that's been turning heads since 2015.
Sinead is a true champion of people, with a laser focus on creating a highly engaged, high-performing, and supportive team culture. She believes in prioritising balance, culture, learning, and development, as well as adding value to clients, candidates, and her team.
Joining the industry at 23, Sinead fell in love with recruitment, relishing the human aspect, the relationships that can be forged, and the level of trust people put...
2023-03-0649 min
The RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 6 | Ep 19 - Sinead Connolly on billing $1m AUD in the first year of launching Lotus People and what happened to her next…On this week's show, I am joined by Sinead Connolly. Sinead is the award-winning founder of Lotus People, a specialist business support recruitment firm headquartered in Sydney, Australia, with over 22 staff. Now, Sinead and I have known each other for a few years.She’s been a Hoxo client since just after the pandemic, and I've watched her journey go from strength to strength.In this episode, we talked about:...
2023-02-011h 11
People First: A Lotus People PodcastSeason 2 Episode 3: On mindset shifts, maintaining high-performance, and battling burnout This is a must-listen for anyone thinking about hanging onto to the Christmas break zen into the new year. An expert in neuroscience, high performance and burnout prevention, I hung on every word that Vanessa Bennett had to say! Vanessa is a high performance coach who has worked with athletes, executives and teams to support them in their growth and success. Previously, she has had a huge executive career within financial services, climbing the ladder and achieving great success herself. But in 2018, she studied a Masters of Psychology and Neuroscience and now uses her studies to help lea...
2023-01-3150 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastSeason 2 Episode 2: On authenticity at work, the importance of connection and not letting life happen to youI loved this chat! Natalie is such an impressive human - she has been a CEO of a tech start up, Chief People Officer, hosts her own podcast, has just started a big new role within government, has started a number of side hustles, and is also studying a masters in psychology on the side, with her spare time! This conversation covers the importance of being authentic in work, Natalie’s own recent experience job hunting, and why it’s important (yet terrifying) to fail. I hope everyone enjoys this chat as much as I did!
2022-12-2645 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastSeason 2 Episode 1: On understanding what’s important to you in your career and life, how much sales has changed and why a recession can be an opportunity with Abbie White, Founder of Sales Redefined.Abbie is a force of nature. After a highly successful corporate career in sales, Abbie founded her own consultancy focusing on educating businesses and effective selling and why “sales” isn’t a dirty word. This is a must-listen to anyone in business with Abbie believing that every person in a company is responsible for selling and customer experience. Touching on how much consumer behaviour has changed, why recession creates opportunity, and the impact of hyper-personalisation, this is a must listen! Thanks Abbie for being so inspiring and passionate - we hope you enjoy! Follow Abbie Wh...
2022-12-0944 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastMental Health Series 4: On the importance of genuine corporate social responsibility, why we need to do more & managing your energy to prevent burnout.I loved this conversation with Josh - he is a high energy, passionate advocate for mental health awareness, diversity (and representation) and inclusion and openly shares his journey living with ADHD and as part of the queer community. As self aware and funny as he is caring, this conversation was a delight! His passion for the recruitment industry and his love of the work he does shines through and I hope everyone enjoys this chat as much as I did! Follow Josh McCole below- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-mccole/
2022-11-3055 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastMental Health Series 3: On the importance of education around workplace mental health awareness, preventing burnout and how the conversation has shifted post pandemic with counsellor, Sinead NewmanIn this episode, I am joined by Sinead Newman, a mental health first aid practitioner, counsellor and business owner. Sinead has had an impressive career dedicated to supporting people and businesses in managing their mental health. This conversation covered a range of topics from identifying burnout, putting mechanisms in place to avoid it, feeling psychologically safe at work and what to do if you don’t and how those with the care factor in their work need to work harder to avoid mental ill-health.We're excited to share this episode with you! Follow Sine...
2022-11-0157 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastMental Health Series 2: On hormones, the female cycle, neurodivergence and why we should be talking about these topics in relation to work and mental health with Laura HopesIt's Mental Health Awareness Month!I am excited to share that we are doing a 4 part mini-series to raise awareness for mental health month in Australia.For our second episode, we are welcoming back Laura Hopes to the podcast! Our most downloaded episode last season was with Laura so we’re thrilled to have her back to go deep on some really important topics.In this episode, we dive straight in and get really vulnerable, really fast – speaking about our own experiences with hormones, our cycles, energy levels, neurodivergence and why each of thes...
2022-10-211h 03
People First: A Lotus People PodcastMental Health Series 1: On managing success and wellness, workplace burnout and a birdseye view into the businesses with the best people-first initiatives with Michelle Barrett and Eva ChildIt's Mental Health Awareness Month!I am excited to share that we are doing a 4 part mini-series to raise awareness for mental health month in Australia. For our first episode, I am thrilled to welcome our very own Eva Child (Principal Consultant) and Michelle Barrett (Associate Director). Eva and Michelle are long-standing Lotus People employees, both hugely successful in their own right and both know a bit about managing career success with balance and wellness. As well as their own journeys, they share their insights into what they see other businesses doing well a...
2022-10-1245 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastEpisode 10: On women in media, why University isn’t always the best path, trusting your instincts, and pursuing your passions with Bek Day, podcaster & journalistI LOVED this conversation! Bek is as warm and hilarious as she is intelligent! Bek Day is a successful freelance writer and journalist and a podcast host of amazing podcast - I Swear I Never on news.com.au. Grabbing her on a short visit to Sydney for the podcast awards, I was lucky enough to talk through her career and passions as well as getting some invaluable insights for anyone thinking about a career in media. There are some serious gems in this chat that I know everyone will enjoy! Thanks again for fitting...
2022-09-2054 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastEpisode 9: On squeezing the juice out of life, pivoting and shifting in business and the power of consistency in recruitment and in life with Sean Anderson, CEO/ Founder @ Hoxo MediaOn today's episode of When Work Isn't Work, we welcome Sean Anderson, CEO and Founder of Hoxo Media!An episode that will be of particular interest to anyone within the recruitment industry, this was a great chat with Sean. He embodies personal development and growth and you can hear from his story why his business has been such a success.Providing marketing services to the recruitment industry globally, Sean is host of the hugely successful RAG podcast (LINK) and works with agencies all over the world to create strong personal branding online.Someone...
2022-09-1355 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastEpisode 8: On employee wellbeing, mental health at work, preventing workplace burnout and pivoting from corporate to a start up with Danielle, Founder @ PioneeraToday, my guest is Danielle Whitford from Pioneera - Pioneer is a start-up tech business who have created technology to identify burnout before it happens!Adopted by some of Australia’s biggest businesses, Danielle and the team are bringing the conversation around mental health into the workforce. Before founding Pioneera, Danielle had a super successful corporate career before being faced with burnout herself. Knowing that she wanted to do what she could to bring awareness (and a solution) to the issue of workplace burnout, Pioneera was born. Now working with tonnes of amazing bu...
2022-09-0753 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastEpisode 7: On creating an online presence, understanding people's passions, and having a flexible working environment with Luke Shepherd, Recruitment Lead @ HubspotMy guest for today's episode is Luke Shepherd, the recruitment team lead at Hubspot, an American software business. Luke has embraced the new way of working and leverages his strong personal brand online to recruit the best talent for Hubspot. Luke is extremely active on LinkedIn and has had posts go viral regularly, particularly in relation to his experience as a working father. In this conversation, we spoke about the importance of setting boundaries between work and life in a hybrid working environment, and how you can make the future of work, work for you! Thanks for jo...
2022-08-3043 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastEpisode 6: On tech start-ups, people-centric leadership, and the importance of remote working with Alex Hattingh, Chief People Officer @ Employment HeroMy guest today is the incredible Alex Hattingh, Chief People Officer of Employment Heroes, and a passionate advocate of people-first leadership and the future of remote working. In this conversation, Alex and I talked about how happy employees are the key to a successful and thriving workplace, and the value of following a purpose-led career. Alex and Employment Hero have inspired all of us here at Lotus from the beginning of their journey. Watching them go from a start up to one of Australia’s fastest growing tech companies and, more recently, one of the fe...
2022-08-1834 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastEpisode 5: On surrendering, living courageously, and overcoming imposter syndrome with Dr Margie Warrell, Leadership CoachMy guest today is the best selling author, podcaster and TedX speaker, Dr Margie Warrell.A global authority on living bravely, Dr Margie joined me from the States to discuss topics that she has dedicated her career to; courage and bravery. I hung on every word of this conversation - Dr Margie has the ability to distill incredible wisdom into articulate soundbites and so much of this conversation resonated with me! Speaking about being in flow with the universe, surrendering, doing meaningful work, and living consciously, this is a conversation for anyone looking fo...
2022-08-0931 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastEpisode 4: On financial wellness, ambition, and working in a purpose-led way with Glen Hare, Co-founder @ Fox & HareMy guest on today’s podcast is the ever-impressive Glen Hare of Fox & Hare. Glen and his team run a purpose-led financial advisory that supports young members, advocates for financial wellness and literacy, and who have the vision to get young people retirement ready from the beginning of their careers. Glen is an extremely hard-working and focused leader with a true passion for giving back and community and above all, a bloody lovely guy! I loved this chat and think you will too! Follow Glen on LinkedIn and Fox & Hare below:Glen's LinkedIn: ht...
2022-07-2543 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastEpisode 3: On the joys of working in flow state and identifying what your strengths are with Erin Evans, Co-founder @ Firesoft People & IntelligenMy guest today is the formidable Erin Evans. Erin has run businesses since her early twenties and currently leads one of Sydney’s leading tech recruitment agencies. An inspiring female leader within a heavily male-dominated world, Erin leans into her intuition and understanding of herself to play to her strengths.Speaking about why planning for maternity leave was the best thing to happen to her career, delving into flow state and how she has scaled the business beyond her, this was a hugely enjoyable conversation that I know everyone will love!--Follow Er...
2022-07-1954 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastEpisode 2: People experience, values-based work and the power of your tribe with Charlotte Anderson, Talent Attraction Lead @ CanvaI ADORED this conversation! Charlotte Anderson, the Talent Attraction Lead at tech giant, Canva, is an articulate, passionate, and values-based leader who speaks about what it's like to secure your dream role at one of the world’s most exciting tech companies. In this podcast, we touch on how freeing it is to work for a business that aligns with your values, what can happen when you lean into your strengths, the power of women supporting women and embracing the focus on employee experience at work. I know everyone is going to love this episode - enjoy!
2022-07-1145 min
People First: A Lotus People PodcastEpisode 1: Intuition, setting boundaries and saying yes to opportunities with Laura Hopes, Founder @ HopesConsultMy guest today is Laura Hopes. Laura is a serial entrepreneur with multiple businesses under her belt. She is my Lotus People co-founder, a yoga teacher, a consultant, a strategist, a thought leader within the recruitment industry in Australia and, also, my best friend! I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation. Laura and I have had 12 years of practice for this, and we easily could have recorded for another three hours. Enjoy! -- Follow Laura on HumeScope website, Hopes Consult website and on LinkedIn!--If you'd like to get in t...
2022-07-0149 min
The Home Show with Sinead RyanGarden Furniture with James Connolly - Manager ArboretumJames Connolly the manager of Arboretum gives Sinead advice and tips for buying garden furniture.
It’s all with thanks to Ronseal - get your garden summer-ready!
2022-06-2511 minAndy Cooney's NY Irish Music HourAndy Cooney's New York Irish Hour (35)Hi Friends,I hope you enjoy Episode 35! AndyPart 1: Derek Ryan, Mike Denver, Screaming Orphans, Andy Cooney (Me! New Album)Part 2: Olivia Douglas, Cherish The Ladies with Vince Gill, Erin's Pride, Lisa McHugh with Malachi Cush, Drops of Green (Seamus Pick), Sinead Black (Latest release)Part 3: John McDermott, Andy Cooney with Larry Gatlin & Ronan Tynan, The Murphys, Nathan CarterSupport the showSpecial Thanks to All Our Sponsors!Tourism Ireland / Ireland.comIrishCentral.comConnolly StationIrish Music MagazineThe Irish Examiner USA
2022-06-201h 00Andy Cooney's NY Irish Music HourAndy Cooney's New York Irish Hour (34)Hi Friends,I hope you enjoy the 34th New York Irish Hour! I featured another track from Ciara Fox. She's just angelic. Last weekend was 45th The East Durham Irish Festival and it was a blast.. One of the Bands that really lit the place up was Get Up Jack from Albany NY. I played a lively track from them. I also played a track from my dear friend from Galway, Carmel Dempsey. I will also be featuring a new artist to the program, Paul McCahill. This week's Seamus Pick will feature a group from Galway called We Banjo 3...
2022-06-0453 minAndy Cooney's NY Irish Music HourAndy Cooney's New York Irish Hour (31)Hi Friends,I hope you enjoy my latest show. Just a nice mix of music this episode. The Mahers, a family from CO Kildare will be featured with a new song written by Brendan Graham as we recognize "Earth Day". Aoife Clancy will make her debut on The NY Irish Hour. Olivia Douglas from Tipperary has done a fresh version of a Bing Crosby classic. Wewill also feature more performers from The 45th East Durham Irish Festival.Part 1Nathan Carter (Latest release), The Tumblin' Paddys, The Mahers (Latest release), Andy Cooney (that's me!)P...
2022-04-2353 minAndy Cooney's NY Irish Music HourAndy Cooney's New York Irish Hour (29)Hello Friends,I hope you're enjoying Season 2 so far. Lots of great Irish Music coming out every week! Enjoy new singles from Donegal girl Sinead Black, Bernie Heaney & PJ Murrihy & Sabrina Fallon. Also there are new album releases from Mike Denver, Derek Ryan & Alastair Coyles, Seamus Balfe has a great pick with Scottish artist Kevin McKidd with one of my favorite old tunes. AndyPart 1Patrick Feeney, Sinead Black (New Single), The Celtic Brothers, Andy CooneyPart 2Mike Denver (Latest Release), Alastair Coyles (Latest Release), Sean Kelly, Susan & Gerard, Kevin McKidd...
2022-03-2655 minAndy Cooney's NY Irish Music HourAndy Cooney's New York Irish Hour (26)Season 2 kicks off with some new releases from Angela Reid from Omagh, CO Tyrone and New York Irish Girl, Cheryl Anne McCullagh. My new Album, Take Her In Your Arms will be released March 4, 2022. I'll be featuring the title track and a tune written by New York Irishman, Tommy Mulvihill about growing up on an Irish neighborhood in the Bronx in the 1960s. Part 1Shane Owens, Bernie Heaney, Nathan Carter, Angela Reid (Latest Single)Part 2Susan & Gerard (Latest Release), Andy Cooney (New Album), Lisa McHugh, Gerry Finley (New Song) Cheryl Anne McCullagh (Seamus Pi...
2022-02-2059 min
Talking Scared74 – John Connolly and the Many Faces of Metaphysical MysterySend us a textKicking off the New Year right, by interviewing one of my favourite living writers. John Connolly is the author of the bestselling Charlie Parker series, a 19 book odyssey that takes us from the Maine coast to the darkest corners of the USA (and elsewhere), in the process, transmuting hardboiled detective noir into cosmic horror.After two decades of reading about Parker, you can be sure I have plenty to ask John – about writing American horror as an Irishman, Maine’s hostile spaces, the thrilling allure of literary violence, and wheth...
2022-01-111h 31
The World Is Wrong...about WRONGNESS (Woody, Sinead & Charlie)Andras & Bryan attempt to unravel the symptoms of wrongness (double standards, with us or against us proclamations, denial of facts and context & fear) particularly when artists become the targets of campaigns that mask deeper and more complicated agendas. How is the world wrong about Wrongness? From Andras Jones: In this episode we discuss several examples of wrongness in cinema and why Bryan and I respond to these in the different ways we do. I hope these stories, and the way we discuss them, will inspire you to look beyond the wrongness of the world and...
2022-01-112h 33
SplancSplanc le Cuán Ó FlathartaMáire Breathnach
Gráinne Ní Aodha
Róisín Uí Lúing
Rónán Mistéil
Daragh Ó Conchúir
Liosta Rónán Mistéil:
Leabhair do dhaoine óga
David Walliams – Gangsta Granny Strikes Again
Beathaisnéis
Sinéad O’Connor – Rememberings
Billy Connolly – Windswept & Interesting
Dave Grohl – The Storyteller: Tales of Life and Music
Beathaisnéis Spórt
Mickey Harte – Devotion
Shane Carthy – Dark Blue
Neamhfhicsean
Richard Chambers – A State of Emergency
Paul Williams – Gilligan
Bestsellers na bliana 2021
Sally Rooney – Beautiful World, Where Are You
Richard Osman – The Man Who Died Twice
Séamas O’Reilly – Did Ye Hear Mammy Died?
Leabhair ‘Coffee Table’
Rob...
2021-11-191h 38Andy Cooney's NY Irish Music HourAndy Cooney's New York Irish Hour (25) Interview with Denise Deegan (Aimee Alexander) about her top selling book on Amazon "Little Book of Irishisms"You're very welcome to our Season One Finale of The New York Irish Hour! I'm going to play some of my favorite tracks I came across these past 8 months doing this show. I'm also featuring a couple of brand new artists to The New York Irish Hour like Sinead Black, Caitlin and Ciaran and the debut single from our New York local favorites Susan & Gerard... I also caught up with Denise Deegan (Aimee Alexander) about her top selling book on Amazon "Little Book of Irishisms"! Thank you all for your support and I hope enjoyed... AndyPart 1: Sinea...
2021-10-3058 min
The Mario Rosenstock PodcastPhil Coulter - From Elvis to Luke KellyWhat do the following names have in common? Elvis Presley, Van Morrison, Sinead O’Connor, Cliff Richard, Luke Kelly, The Dubliners, The Bay City Rollers, and Billy Connolly. The answer is Phil Coulter. And that is only some of the acts that he has written and produced top 10 hits for. Phil has also written three very successful Eurovision songs and, if you have ever found yourself singing along to Ireland’s call while watching an Irish rugby international, well, you’re singing another one of Phil Coulter’s songs.Phil is one of the most successful songwriters that Ireland has ever produce...
2021-09-3053 min
Hey Soul Sista by Melissa HistonPowerhouse woman, Soulful Sista // Sinead ConnollySinead Connolly has so many achievements and awards to her name you can’t help but wonder how she gets it done. As the Director and Co-Founder of Lotus People, a recruitment agency, she has picked up the Best Small Agency (2019) and Recruiter of the Year at the Recruitment International Awards, Anthill’s Top 30 under 30 (2018) and Young Entrepreneur from the Irish Australian Chamber of Commerce (2017) – to name a few. In this episode, Sinead shares her entrepreneurial journey, life lessons and business learnings. + Follow Mel at @melissahiston + Follow Hey Soul Sista at @heysoulsistapodcast + Subscribe to make s...
2021-06-2726 min
The LOIWomen Show on FinalWhistleSinead Taylor, Aife Haran & Niall ConnollyThis week Sinead Taylor of Wexford Youths, Aife Haran of Athlone Town and Treaty United manager Niall Connolly join Meabh de Burca and Breifne Earley to have a chat about their seasons so far.With Stephanie Roche tied up with work commitments, Meabh de Burca is back on co-hosting duties. Meabh (0:28) discusses the last weekends games including her own club Galway WFC falling to a heavy defeat in Wexford, Athlone's battle with Cork and DLR Waves and Athlone putting it up to favourite Shelbourne and Peamount United.Athlone Town midfielder Aife Haran (14:27) talks about her...
2021-05-061h 02
Recruitment Journeys: The Podcast Series from Mint R2REpisode 42: “When Anika Met Sinead” to discuss “How to overcome/avoid burnout” in Recruitment...Both Anika Stokes and Sinead Connolly have, in their careers, been brought to their knees by burnout.
They both managed it badly for years, refusing to acknowledge it, or accept it.
But eventually, both were left with no choice but to tackle it.
In this episode of “Recruitment Journeys”, Anika and Sinead chat openly, bravely, honestly and with great candour, around their battle with burnout, and how they keep it in its box nowadays.
This is vital listening for anybody out there who might be pushing themselves too hard and ignoring the warning signs.
Hope you enjoy it.
2021-04-1350 min
Ecumenical Matters The Father Ted PodcastFather Ted Podcast S2E7 - Rock a Hula TedActress Lindsey Mitchell and prodigal son Vince (they all have lovely bottoms) are on the judging panel for The Lovely Girls. Ted's has the honour of picking the winner, who will have the honour of paying for dinner for him. Dougal has to house sit but fiery feminist rock star Niamh Connolly is in the property market. Jack takes up charity fraud, while Mrs Doyle shows her competency with power tools.
Todd Unctious (well, actor Gerard McSorley) has been up to no good again, and we discuss amateur stress testers, Sinead O'Connor and Delores O'Riordan's impact on the music...
2020-10-141h 18
SportsDazThe Curtain Raiser (Dublin LGFA) - Thursday, 10th September 2020PREVIEW - DUBLIN SENIOR LADIES FOOTBALL FINAL!
Our guests are Amy Connolly (Foxrock/Cabinteely), Emer Sweeney (Kilmacud Crokes), Sinead Aherne (Dublin) & Cóilín Duffy.
Amy Connolly (3:46)
Emer Sweeney (19:46)
Sinead Aherne with Cóilín Duffy (27:37)
There are 11 senior ladies football finals this weekend and we have all the details here.
Our focus is on the Dublin senior final as Foxrock/Cabinteely go in search of six-in-a-row against a Kilmacud Crokes outfit rapidly moving up the ranks and appe...
2020-09-1039 min
Dare 2 Care PodcastCulture is KingSinead Connolly arrived in Australia from Ireland back in 2010 and with 6 months work experience post university, she began a role in recruitment that would help her find her path. Now with a highly respected recruitment business called Lotus People, she has built an organisation that is focused on the employees experience. As a winner of the Young Entreprenuer of the Year Award in 2017, Sinead demonstrates how when you build a culture of inclusivity and where the team feels heard, business prospers! Sinead shares her best advice, her memorable uncomfortable moments, and her ideas about critical skills for the future...
2020-07-1249 minRecruitment Journeys: The Podcast Series from Mint R2REpisode 18: “The Multi-Award Winning Recruitment Leader” with Sinead Connolly from Lotus PeopleIf this podcast doesn’t inspire you, then I don’t know what will. It was only 8 years ago that self-described introvert, Sinead Connolly, walked into a recruitment agency looking for a temp job. Then, roughly 5 years later, she finds herself single handedly owning and running one of the most successful business support recruitment firms in Australia - Lotus People. But it certainly wasn’t all smooth sailing. There were plenty of bumps in the road, and success came at a cost. Sinead is incredibly candid in this interview and we hope you enjoy it.
2020-06-2042 min
2020-03-0654 min
The Power of MusicBrad Thomas' The Power of Music - February '20 #2Brad Thomas is back with another Power of Music episode, showcasing the very best in the latest trance releases.
Remember, The Power of Music is broadcast worldwide on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of every month on Trance Energy Radio at the following times.
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Perth 2am - 4am (Thursday morning)
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1 Kita-Kei - Sora (Intro Edit)
2 Solarstone & Activa - Spirit (Club Mix)
3 Exolight & Suncatcher - On The Run (DJ Version)
4 Akira Kayosa & Hugh Tolland - Nightingale XVII (Original Mix)
5 Dan Stone - Novo (Extended Mix)
6 New...
2020-02-202h 00
District MagazineDamien Dempsey on his new collaboration record - The District Podcast #1You’re listening to The District Podcast, our regular series of roundtable discussions and panel chats. We’ve a very special edition this week.It was a year ago to the month when we interviewed Dublin hero Damien Dempsey about topics as wide ranging as depression, DMT and Irish hip hop. In that interview he also teased at a new record that would feature artists as diverse as Kate Tempest, Sinead O’Connor, The Dubliners, Maverick Sabre and Paul Alwright.'Union' is out now and Eric Davidson & Craig Connolly caught up with Damo ahead of his series of shows in Vicar...
2018-12-0417 min
The Point of EverythingTPOE 105: LandlessLandless (Lily Power, Meabh Meir, Ruth Clinton and Sinead Lynch) are a traditional Irish vocal group from Dublin and Belfast who sing unaccompanied traditional songs from Ireland, Scotland, England & America in four-part harmony. They released their debut album, Bleaching Bones, on Humble Serpent records - its first release - earlier this year. Ahead of a couple of live dates around the country, Ruth talked to Eoghan about how the band started, the key role of Sacred Harp singing in their growth, how the label came onboard, and their part in the folk scene in Ireland.
Landless tour dates:
October 18: Connolly’s...
2018-10-1831 min
nearfmJamesy Part 3Jamesy is a new three part radio drama written by John Casey.
James Malone has reached something of a crossroads in his life, his elderly mother is sick with cancer and his brother Dan is not interested. Jamesy finds himself becoming increasingly unable to juggle the daily grind of the family farm he runs single-handedly, his once routine now spiralling alcoholism and the fact he is alone. His strange mix of social awkwardness and eccentricity are becoming ever more pronounced as he is getting older, he wants to change but feels totally incapable and his sense of isolation grows.
Written...
2017-01-3032 min
nearfmJamesy Part 2Jamesy is a new three part radio drama written by John Casey.
James Malone has reached something of a crossroads in his life, his elderly mother is sick with cancer and his brother Dan is not interested. Jamesy finds himself becoming increasingly unable to juggle the daily grind of the family farm he runs single-handedly, his once routine now spiralling alcoholism and the fact he is alone. His strange mix of social awkwardness and eccentricity are becoming ever more pronounced as he is getting older, he wants to change but feels totally incapable and his sense of isolation grows.
Written...
2017-01-2733 min
nearfmJamesy - Part 1Jamesy is a new three part radio drama written by John Casey.
James Malone has reached something of a crossroads in his life, his elderly mother is sick with cancer and his brother Dan is not interested. Jamesy finds himself becoming increasingly unable to juggle the daily grind of the family farm he runs single-handedly, his once routine now spiralling alcoholism and the fact he is alone. His strange mix of social awkwardness and eccentricity are becoming ever more pronounced as he is getting older, he wants to change but feels totally incapable and his sense of isolation grows.
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2017-01-2627 min
Hotline Rings: Rio 2016Ep. 7: The fastest man ever, a big day for Ireland's women in Rio15 August: On today's show, we talk to Sinead about how good prevailed over evil with Bolt claiming his third gold in the Olympic 100m. We also look back at heartbreak for Ciara Mageean in the 1500m. Lizzie Lee describes the conditions in Rio, that saw herself, Fionnuala McCormack and Breege Connolly give strong performances in the women's marathon yesterday. We also look ahead to big days for Ireland's women: Judy Reynolds, Sara Treacy, Annalise Murphy and Katie Taylor.
2016-08-1518 min
Ecumenical Matters - The Father Ted PodcastEpisode 13 - Rock a Hula TedActress Lindsey Mitchell and prodigal son Vince (they all have lovely bottoms) are on the judging panel for The Lovely Girls. Ted's has the honour of picking the winner, who will have the honour of paying for dinner for him. Dougal has to house sit but fiery feminist rock star Niamh Connolly is in the property market. Jack takes up charity fraud, while Mrs Doyle shows her competency with power tools.
Todd Unctious (well, actor Gerard McSorley) has been up to no good again, and we discuss amateur stress testers, Sinead O'Connor and Delores O'Riordan's impact on t...
2016-07-3100 min
London Review Bookshop PodcastCarcanet New Poetries VIOver the past two decades Carcanet’s New Poetries anthologies have been discovering the best new poets in English, and have provided readers with their first taste of authors such as Sophie Hannah, Patrick McGuinness, David Morley and Sinéad Morrissey. To celebrate the publication of New Poetries VI we hosted an evening of readings by some of the featured poets; Jee Leong Koh, Rebecca Watts, Joey Connolly, Vahni Capildeo and (our very own) John Clegg. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2015-07-0746 min