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New Books NetworkAlice Fitzpatrick, "A Dark Death" (Stonehouse Publishing, 2025)In this NBN interview, host Hollay Ghadery speaks with Toronto author Alice Fitzpatrick about new her mystery, A Dark Death (Stonehouse Publishing, 2025). This female-led literary detective novel has been delighting readers.
About A Dark Death:
Kate Galway is looking forward to a quiet summer working on her latest novel at her home on Meredith Island. For a place hardly anyone has heard of, her sleepy Welsh island is attracting a lot of visitors, including a conman posing as a psychic and group of archaeology students who believe they’ve unearthed evidence of a Roman temple. Part-wa...2025-06-2234 min
New Books in LiteratureAlice Fitzpatrick, "A Dark Death" (Stonehouse Publishing, 2025)In this NBN interview, host Hollay Ghadery speaks with Toronto author Alice Fitzpatrick about new her mystery, A Dark Death (Stonehouse Publishing, 2025). This female-led literary detective novel has been delighting readers.
About A Dark Death:
Kate Galway is looking forward to a quiet summer working on her latest novel at her home on Meredith Island. For a place hardly anyone has heard of, her sleepy Welsh island is attracting a lot of visitors, including a conman posing as a psychic and group of archaeology students who believe they’ve unearthed evidence of a Roman temple. Part-wa...2025-06-2234 min
4theProletariatblack fatigue | May 27, 2025 010The Academy explores the sudden rise in the phrase "black fatigue."
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Finding Harmony PodcastHow to use Pranayama to Balance Hormones and Regulate Your Nervous SystemHarmony sits down with Siobhan Fitzgerald, a dedicated yoga teacher and breathwork practitioner whose work explores the ancient wisdom of Pranayama and its profound relevance to modern life—especially for women in midlife.
Siobhan shares how traditional Pranayama practices and kriyas can support women’s health through perimenopause and beyond, helping to regulate digestion, balance hormones, calm the nervous system, and heal emotional trauma.
She and Harmony dive into how breath becomes a pathway for energy management and how subtle energetic shifts through practice can lead to increased stability, vitality, and inner resilience.
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Dr. Kara Fitzgerald | New Frontiers in Functional Medicine, Longevity, EpigeneticsHidden Mitochondria Problems Are Accelerating Your Age & Draining Your HealthWhat if the key to reversing chronic disease, slowing cognitive decline, and boosting energy lies in the tiny powerhouses inside your cells—and we’ve finally found a way to protect them?
We know mitochondria power our cells, but did you know they also create oxidative stress as they generate energy? Protecting mitochondrial health is critical—but most antioxidants can't reach inside the mitochondria where protection is needed most—until now. MitoQ, a scientifically advanced, mitochondria-targeted antioxidant developed by visionary researchers in New Zealand penetrates mitochondria up to 90%, offering protection where it's needed most.
In this episode with Dr. Siob...2025-04-081h 12
4theProletariatEp. 6 Mo' Panda Mo' ProblemsIn this episode, Supersolid dives into a treasure trove of video submissions that are like a buffet of bizarre human interactions. Highlighting a particularly spicy exchange with a "Karen"—you know, the kind who thinks "the customer is always right" means "I’m right and you’re wrong"—Supersolid breaks it down like a pro. With a mix of sharp wit and eyebrow-raising commentary, he sheds light on the art of social etiquette, or lack thereof. Who knew navigating a conversation could feel like dodging landmines? By the end, you’ll not only be chuckling at the absurdity b...2025-02-2225 min
4theProletariatEp. 4 Can Black People Be Racist?In this episode of the "4 the Proletariat" podcast, host Supersolid delves into the issue of racism through the lens of functionalist theory. Functionalism, a sociological perspective, views society as a complex system whose parts work together to promote stability and social order. Supersolid explores how, despite its destructive impact, racism can be seen as fulfilling certain functions within a society according to this theory. For instance, it may reinforce cohesion among dominant groups by delineating a clear "us versus them" dynamic. Additionally, the podcast discusses how racism can perpetuate existing social structures by justifying the unequal distribution of resources...2025-01-2042 min
4theProletariatEp. 3 Black White; Why, Ice?In this episode of the 4TP Podcast, hosts Jeff and Supersolid delve into their unexpected reactions to a controversial reality show spearheaded by a renowned rapper. The hosts explore the boundaries of entertainment, questioning the ethical responsibilities of influential figures in media. Amidst their shock, they discuss the implications such shows have on society, touching on themes of cultural impact and the normalization of offensive content. As they unpack their thoughts, Jeff and Supersolid invite listeners to reflect on the role of media consumers in shaping the landscape of reality television, encouraging a dialogue on where lines should be...2025-01-1843 min
From Cork With Love - by Paul O'Mahony @omaniblogI don't know what's wrong with me - LISTEN - FiremanRich #NaPodPoMoThis was recorded on 1st November 2024.
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(2) November Audio Month https://napodpomo.org/
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Irish TalkersChange the World - FACILITATE - Online debateIn this week's episode, Paul discusses a new book by Siobhan Keenan Fitzgerald - "Liten: How Child and Student Voice Can Change the World, the word of the week is FACILITATE and guest presenter Anthony Garvey discusses the online debate.
This episode is published on 5th October 2024 with Paul O’Mahony, Anthony Garvey & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O’Brien.
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Inside Education - a podcast for educators interested in teachingInside Education 432, Children's Voice and Public Speaking with Siobhán Keenan Fitzgerald (1-10-24)Presented and produced by Seán Delaney.
This week on the podcast I speak again to Dr. Siobhán Keenan Fitzgerald whose book Listen: How Child and Student Voice Can Change the World has just been published by Routledge. Among the topics we discussed are:
Among the topics were discussed were:
Connecting to a network of Changemaker schools
Getting interested in outdoor education inspired by a colleague who did Forest school training.
Travelling as part of the Erasmus+ programme.
Learning about peer mediation and the Student Council in Donabate Educate Together National School.
The pro...2024-10-011h 08
SHILLING SPEAKERS53. Irish Night featuring Mary Kate O Flanagan Dr. Siobhan Fitzgerald, Sean LyonsThis month we celebrate the magic of the Irish at the SHILLING SPEAKERS Toastmasters Club! In this episode, we bring you an evening filled with Irish charm,captivating tales, and inspiring speeches. They say magic happens when the Irish gather, and we're ready to experience it. Get ready for an unforgettable experience featuring:
· Mary Kate O Flanagan, a grand slam storytelling champion and TikTok sensation, whose speech will tug at your heartstrings and bring tears to your eyes. · Paul Greenway, our poet of the day, sharing his evocative verses that capture the essence of Ireland. · Sean Lyons, a cons...2024-08-021h 04
All in the MindAll in the Mind Awards CeremonyLast November All in the Mind listeners were asked to nominate the group, professional or individual who had made a positive impact on their mental health and the winners are announced in this programme. All in the Mind is produced in association with the Open University.Producers: Geraldine Fitzgerald, Lorna Stewart, Julia Ravey and Paula McGrath
Content Editor: Erika Wright
Awards Coordinators: Caroline Dey and Siobhan Maguire2023-06-2733 min
Your Next Chapter Senior LivingThe Power of PurposeF. Scott Fitzgerald’s often pondered the importance of purpose. He felt the need to encourage people to find their own life’s meaning no matter what their age. He said:“It’s never too late, or in my case too early, to be whoever you want to be. There’s no time limit. Start whenever you want. You can change or stay the same. There are no rules to this thing. We can make the best of the worst of it. I hope you make the best of it. I hope you see things that startl...2022-12-1428 min
NaukowoHodowanie ludzkich embrionów, powstawanie piorunów oraz wpływ kawy i bezsenności na psychikę - #042Z jakiego powodu pioruny uderzają częściej na lądach niż na morzach, zabijając przy tym dzwonników? W jaki sposób matematyka kształtuje embrion świerszczy? Jak można hodować ludzkie embriony, po co to robić i czy w ogóle powinno się pozwalać na to nauce? Zapraszam na sobotni odcinek podkastu Naukowo, w którym sprawdzimy również czy kawa polepsza psychiczne samopoczucie oraz jak bezsenność je drastycznie pogarsza.Jeśli uznasz, że warto wspierać ten projekt to zapraszam do serwisu Patronite, każda dobrowolna wpłata od słuchaczy pozwoli mi na rozwój i doskonalenie tego podkas...2022-08-0619 min
Finding Harmony PodcastPrana For Life with Siobhan FitzgeraldWe are delighted to share with you today a conversation— a chai stall chat, with a dear friend in the pranayama teacher Siobhan Fitzgerald. A woman who is presumptively Scottish, but we soon learn who is from nowhere and every where all at the same time.
Russell and Siobhan are both affected by the same distinction of personality, say, that comes with the constant movement, the traveling of the nomad. A nomadic child can write off a person, never speak to them again. For often in their lives the nomad did just that, and had too. But, a...2022-06-261h 57
The Chai Sessions - Merchant City YogaWhy Pranayama? - Siobhan FitzgeraldPranayama is a vital part of the intricate web of practices and tools we call yoga. We discuss why you would consider doing a more formal breathing or pranayama practice. We breathe anyway, why do we need to give it extra attention? We also ask the question, "Is thinking about pranayama as just a breathing practice actually too small?" It's a whole lot more than just breathing... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-2532 min
Woman's HourHelen Fitzgerald, Abortion Clinic Harassment, Nuns and Juliet Stevenson on Acting Your AgeHelen Fitzgerald grew up in rural Australia as one of 13 siblings. Her new novel Keep Her Sweet looks at what happens when 'normal' sibling rivalry turns into something else. She joins Krupa to explain why she's so fascinated by the dark corners of family life.When was the last time you saw a nun? It feels like a very old-fashioned vocation – and there are less and less in the public eye now. But some nuns in the US are turning to Tik Tok to bring religion into the 21st century through social media. The Daughters of St Pa...2022-05-1857 min
LETs Stand Public SpeakingLittle brother (13), Oisin Dooley’s ‘Man of Honour’ Wedding SpeechMaking a wedding speech can be very daunting for anyone. Delivering a speech in his role as ‘Man of Honour’ at age 13 at his big sister’s wedding, Oisín Dooley rose to the occasion seeing it as a privilege, a true honour. Even though he had never done anything like this before, he succeeded in delivering a very sincere, humorous and memorable speech to over 200 people.In this episode it is a real pleasure to chat with Oisín about his experience. We will learn how it felt for a 13 year old to present such a wonderful, well-thought-through wedding speech...2021-12-1334 min
LETs Stand Public SpeakingMagical Speaking-A conversation with Jin AtwalManjinder (Jin) Atwal is the founder of Magical Mind Coaching and is a Mindset, Confidence and Communication Coach for Children and Young People. His purpose in life is to help ensure all children have the same opportunities to grow into the best version of themselves. He believes every child is born with a Magical Mind, babies are great communicators, they are resilient and have a growth mindset. However, as a child begins to get older, they begin to create limiting beliefs and become self-conscious about what others think of them which can often impact their mindset, confidence and communication skills...2021-12-051h 00
LETs Stand Public SpeakingDeveloping and Practicing Empathy through Public SpeakingResearch shows that higher levels of empathy allow people to be more productive and fulfilled in cooperative learning and work environments. Focusing on empathy development in education has also been proven to boost academic success and positively impact Behaviour and motivation . In the school context, empathy enables children to feel understood and supported while better understanding and supporting their peers. In this episode I’m going to explore how skills of empathy can be developed and practiced by engaging in public speaking activities. #publicspeaking #empowerment #orallanguage #empathy2021-11-3022 min
SportsDazSportsDaz Camogie (Thursday, 25th November 2021)Darren Kelly and Killian Whelan return for the magazine show looking at the provincial club championships.
Schedule:
Latest News (0:15)
Niamh, Siobhán and Michael 'Hopper' McGrath - Sarsfields camogie (22:55)
Preview - Slaughtneil vs Loughgiel (Ulster Final - 28:15)
Anne Eviston - Drom & Inch (42:05)
Preview - Drom & Inch vs Inagh/Kilnamona (Munster Final - 55:00)
Darren and Killian look at all the news including no All-Stars yet, Davy Fitzgerald possibly heading to Cork, Cathal Murray and Galway nominated for RTE Awards, Ken Hogan's historic double title win, plus a wrap on the county finals.
We hear f...2021-11-251h 04
LETs Stand Public SpeakingDesign-a-thon Works - Empowering Children to Design a Better World. A conversation with Emer Beamer.‘What if we radically re-imagined the way we see children? What if we saw them as changemakers, engaged humans, scientists or inventors, and then helped them to develop their abilities for these roles’ – Emer Beamer, Co-founder and Program Lead of Design-a-thon Works.Emer Beamer, social entrepreneur and designer, inspired by children’s imaginations and altruism founded Design-a-thon Works in 2004. She is also an Ashoka Fellow and has co-founded both Butterfly Works, Co-Creation for a Better World and NairoBits, her first social enterprise (founded in 2000), Design College for youth from slum areas, Nairobi, Kenya, co-creating social change. What began as an art proj...2021-11-2149 min
The Big Red Bench | Cork's RedFMWomen in Sport Podcast | Episode 26On the latest episode of the Women in Sport Podcast with Ger McCarthy0.45 Amy Lee, Cork senior camogie star and All Star Nominee13.06 Mourneabbey boss Shane Ronayne and Eire Og boss Donal Cronin following Mourneabbey's win in the senior county final18.20 Mourneabbey players Ciara and Doireann O'Sullivan, Maire O'Callaghan, Eimear Meaney, Brid O'Sullivan and Laura Fitzgerald 28.41 Interviews with Castlehaven following their epic encounter with Dohenys in the Junior A County Final - an all-time classic. Siobhan Courtney, Grainne O'Sullivan, Mairead O'Driscoll, Aideen Santry, Alice O'Driscoll, Katie Cronin, Noreen O'Sullivan, Rachel O'Driscoll, and winning manager Dinny Cahalane41.08 Noel O'Connor and captain Sarah Harringt...2021-11-1850 min
LETs Stand Public SpeakingUsing the ‘6 Thinking Hats’ in the creative art of public speaking.Is public speaking a creative process? In this episode I explore and discuss the relationship between public speaking and creativity. I also share how Edward De Bono’s ‘6 Thinking Hats’ technique can be used to stimulate lateral, critical and creative thinking in the classroom in a fun way.2021-11-1618 min
VAST HorizonWhat You AreMonths later, the Technocracy makes final plans for Ally and the Emergence.What does the future look like?Please consider supporting our productions: https://patreon.com/FoolandscholarCredits:Written by K.A. StatzProduced with Sound Design, Editing, and Directed by Travis VengroffExecutive Producer Dennis GreenhillSenior Sound Designer Dayn LeonardsonMixing and Mastering by Brandon StraderScript Editing by W.K. StatzMandarin Translations by Sophie YangCa...2021-10-2739 min
LETs Stand Public SpeakingThe Power of Poetry and Language, with Paul O’Mahony.“We all want to make an impact on life”. “Most people don’t have an interest in being on stage but most people have an interest in making sense to an audience”. In this episode, it’s my pleasure to speak with Paul O’Mahony, a man of many hats and talents. As Paul is a poet, amongst many other professional and personal roles held across his life, we chat about a topic I love, poetry. Poetry mainly and also, public speaking. Paul shares with us, his love of poetry from passing a book of poetry under the desk in secondary scho...2021-10-1059 min
LETs Stand Public SpeakingChildren as Creative Problem-Solvers.Children have the ability and creativity to solve or at least try to solve many of their own problems if we trust them and give them the space to do so. The TEDx talk by Charlie Cooper, aged 9, is an example of how children can come up with solutions to their dilemmas using a beautiful blend of imagination, creativity and empathy. Perhaps, we adults, teachers and parents, should stand back and stop jumping in so quickly to solve problems for them. You can view and listen to Charlie’s TEDx talk at this link: https://youtu.be/V7Z-Hq-xvxM #publicspeaking #ch...2021-10-0917 min
LETs Stand Public SpeakingCreative Speakers with Philip HowlinPhilip Howlin has been working in the financial services industry for 23 years. A speaker at industry events, he also contributes to industry magazines. Philip’s educational background is in Marketing, Strategy and Financial Services. His specialist area is pension planning and he has a personal interest in financial wellbeing and minimalist living. Philip, who joined Toastmasters 3 years ago, is the host of the Mullingar Toastmasters – Creative Speakers Podcast.The Creative Speakers’ Podcast, supported by Creative Ireland aims to delve into the creative voices in our communities to uncover what ignites the fire in creative people, where their passion comes from and ho...2021-09-271h 06
The Book XChange PodcastEpisode 37: Hidden GemsFor this edition of everyone's favorite biweekly literary podcasts, your Book XChange hosts present some "deep cuts" from their own personal bookshelves. The idea with our "Hidden Gems" episode is to offer some "of the beaten path" recommendations of books - from all genres, fiction and non-fiction - that might intrigue our listeners and/or give them something new to try. As readers Jude and John both get a lot of satisfaction from discovering the work of a writer we may have never heard of before, or dusting off a long-forgotten novel or book that might provide some hidden...2021-09-261h 49
LETs Stand Public SpeakingCreativity in Schools - Remembering Sir Ken Robinson.Sir Ken Robinson is one of the most, in fact, possibly, the most inspirational speakers on the topic of Education worldwide. He has inspired millions of educators through his groundbreaking thought-provoking talks which challenge us to think deeply about education and especially creativity in education. In this episode, I will listen to and comment on his TED talk: ‘Do Schools Kill Creativity?’, the most watched TED talk to date, analyzing and discussing his key messages and how he delivers them to maximum effect. You can view the talk at this link: https://youtu.be/iG9CE55wbtY. #Ken Robinson #Creativity2021-09-2538 min
LETs Stand Public SpeakingChangemaker Schools, Changemaker Skills and 21st Century Education - Fiona Collins, DCU.Fiona Collins is the Network Coordinator of the DCU Changemaker Schools Programme, a collaborative professional network of schools linked to the DCU Institute of Education with a mission to reimagine, co create and lead transformation in education by developing, amplifying, and sharing the skills of empathy, creativity, leadership, and teamwork. See more here: https://www.dcuchangemakernetwork.com/Launching in April 2021, the network with a practice to theory approach aims to support schools in developing their students as Changemakers and finding creative solutions to social problems. See here:https://www.dcu.ie/commsteam/news/2021/apr/dcu-launches-dcu-changemaker-schools-network-support-teachers-and-studentsFiona is also a PhD candidate...2021-09-081h 01
LETs Stand Public SpeakingLooking back and moving forward. A Look Back over Series 1 of the ‘LET’s Stand’ podcast.Safe to say, the response to Series 1 of the ‘LET’s Stand podcast has surpassed my wildest dreams. I really didn’t know where this might lead when I took that first step a few short months ago. I had some inspirational people I wanted to chat with in mind from the beginning but as the journey progressed, more were revealed to me. Thank you so much to my guests: Frank Keenan, Helen Butler, Jigyasa Labroo, Sandra Zimmer, Ella May Dowling, Eileen Hopkins, Robbie Forde, Martina Breen and Laura Bruce. I learned so much from you all and thoroughly enjoyed our co...2021-08-1517 min
LETs Stand Public SpeakingHumorous Speaking and Comedy - a chat with Laura BrucePhysician, psychologist and philosopher Edward de Bono stated that “Humour is by far the most significant activity of the human brain”. What a wonderful gift, to laugh and to be able to make others laugh. My guest today is the wonderfully humorous Laura Bruce. Laura is an author, speaker and aspiring stand-up comedian. A Canadian, now living in New Zealand, Laura is an award- winning speaker and the 2020 Humorous Speech Champion in New Zealand Toastmaster’s District 72. Laura has been performing comedy regularly since October 2019 after relocating to Christchurch, New Zealand. She was voted Best Newcomer - South Island - by mem...2021-07-1751 min
LETs Stand Public Speaking‘The Greatest Speech Ever’ - An Analysis of Charlie Chaplin’s Famous Speech.When I listened to this speech first, it truly blew me away. Although delivered as a monologue in a movie, ‘The Great Dictator’, in 1940, it seems equally relevant today. The poor barber, dressed as the dictator Henkel, in order to escape a camp, finds himself having to deliver his first public speech ever. Mistaken for Hynkel, he has no choice but to make the speech. Beginning by announcing that he has had a change of heart and does not want to be an emperor, he makes an impassioned plea for brotherhood and goodwill. This speech is rich with many wonderful exam...2021-07-0415 min
RIGHT-BRAINIACS!YOU CAN'T GO WRONG WITH RIGHT-BRAINIACS!This week director Josh Logue, comedian Steve Philp, The Good Bits founder Siobhan Fitzgerald, and Creative Director/Masterchef Sara Oteri battle it out to expadn the forces of creativity into the unknown universe.
Discover the answer to timeless questions such as:
"How would you achieve world peace using tomatoes and fluffy toys?"
Plus lots, lots more.
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm2021-06-1629 min
LETs Stand Public Speaking‘Your Voice - A gift to own and give away.’ In conversation with Martina Breen.In today’s episode we take a deep dive into that all important speaking topic : voice! It’s a pleasure to chat to Martina Breen about her varied experience and expertise on this topic. Martina has been working in the field of mental and emotional health for over 30 years. She is an accredited Psychotherapist, and holds qualifications in Organisational Development, Spiritual Discernment and is a member of the Irish facilitation team of The Sacred Art of Living and Dying series run by Our Lady’s Hospice. She currently works as an Integrated Health Specialist with the VHI. She has developed and fa...2021-06-0842 min
LETs Stand Public SpeakingAnalysis of Oprah Winfrey’s Cecil B De Mille Award Acceptance speech.In 2018, Oprah Winfrey, at the Golden Globes’ Award ceremony, received the honorary Cecil B de Mille Award for her lifetime contributions to the world of entertainment. This analysis points out some of what we can learn from this speech in terms of how to deliver an award acceptance speech.2021-06-0623 min
LETs Stand Public SpeakingFocusing on disAbility rather than Disability with comedian and motivational speaker, Robbie Forde.Robbie Forde is a motivational speaker and a comedian who has no problem speaking up and out. What experiences have gotten him to this stage and what has he learned along the way? Robbie underwent many surgeries at age 13 to remove a brain tumour that had damaged the eyesight in both of his eyes. As a result of the brain tumour, he ended up losing his eyesight but he managed to hold on to a vision for his life. He has learned not to let what you can’t do get in the way of what you can do and en...2021-05-1850 min
LETs Stand Public Speaking“Yes We Can” - An analysis of Barack Obama’s 2008 Presidential Election Victory speech.We can learn a lot from how rhetorical devices such as contrasts, groups of 3 and figurative speech are used by Barack Obama. His skill as an orator has helped him to win over many voters and followers. As a speaker, he makes exceptional use of his powerful voice with its powerful emphasis, pace and pause as well as other persuasive and connecting techniques. This speech is well worth studying. Breaking it down into 8 parts, this episode is an analysis of its content and delivery, what is said and how it is said.2021-05-1735 min
LETs Stand Public SpeakingThe Benefits of Private Speech and Drama classes with Ella May, Transition Year Student.Wow! Wow! Wow! I just love hearing young people’s voices. In this episode, you’re in for a treat. Transition Year student, Ella May, 16 years old talks to me about her experience and the benefits of private Speech and Drama classes since she was 4 years old.2021-05-0336 min
LETs Stand Public Speaking‘I have a Dream’ - Analysis of Martin Luther King’s famous speechFamous speeches and great orators have changed the course of history. They have demonstrated the power and potential of a powerful speech to unite and mobilize the masses. Martin Luther King’s speech, ‘I have a Dream’ has been referred to as one of the most iconic speeches of the 20th Century. In this episode, we will analyze the speech itself and its delivery touching also on its historical context and impact. If you can, close your eyes and listen to the segments in which Martin Luther King speaks and notice the feelings stirred up for you. Feel the impact of pow...2021-04-2821 min
LETs Stand Public SpeakingPreparation, Power posing and Positive Affirmations - a conversation with Eileen Hopkins.What a pleasure to talk to psychotherapist, life and public speaking coach and keynote speaker, Eileen Hopkins about some of the important features of preparing a speech and preparing to present it. Eileen set up her own company to pursue her passion in the areas of emotional health, self-care, resilience, personal development, pain management, education and empowering change. Eileen believes that everyone has the potential to live a happy and fulfilled life despite the many obstacles life can throw their way. In recognition of her work in setting up a self-management Coaching Programme for persistent pain, Eileen was a finalist...2021-04-1839 min
LETs Stand Public SpeakingGreta Thunberg - a voice for Environmental Awareness..This episode is an analysis of the speech Greta Thunberg, environmental activist, delivered at the UN on December 4th 2018 which made her a household name at age 15. This analysis will support teachers when reviewing this speech with their students as part of a public speaking lesson or as part of a lesson about the environment and Greta Thunberg. It can also be enjoyed by those interested in the content and delivery of speeches that impact the world. Here is a link to Greta’s speech: https://youtu.be/VFkQSGyeCWg2021-04-1117 min
LETs Stand Public SpeakingTransforming Fear of Public Speaking into Flow.Sandra Zimmer’s journey from being terrified to speak up in groups to loving to speak to large audiences makes her the perfect guide for people with stage fright and fear of public speaking. Her degrees in psychology, acting, voice, esoteric philosophy and meditation gave her the perfect background to discover how to transform the #1 fear. Sandra translated her struggles with her own fears into the Sandra Zimmer Method which is a holistic mind/body/emotion system to overcome stage fright and fear of public speaking. In the past 30 years, she has helped thousands of business professionals learn how to be...2021-04-051h 00
LETs Stand Public SpeakingAnalysis of Emma Watson’s famous speech to the UN on Gender Equality.This episode is an analysis of the speech on ‘Gender Equality’ delivered by actress Emma Watson at the UN in September 2014 in her role as UN Global Women’s Goodwill Ambassador. This analysis is a commentary on some of the important elements of the speech’s content and Emma Watson’s delivery that added impact and enabled Watson achieve the purpose of her speech. Watson was very open about how nervous she was before delivering this speech. This is a further message to speakers that nerves need not prevent you from speaking up and delivering an important message with clarity, empathy an...2021-04-0223 min
Sample-Studios Podcast'Half Way to Falling', An Exhibition by The Just City Collective: Artist and Collaborators InterviewThis podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
Artist Kate O' Shea discusses her exhibition with Sample-Studios 'Half Way to Falling', a collaborative exhibition of print, film, sculpture and responses by The Just City Collective, in The Lord Mayor's Pavilion, Fitzgerald's Park in Cork City, Ireland, with her collaborators:
Siobhán Kavanagh, Vocal Artist and Songwriter
John Bisset, Community Worker & Activist, St Andrew's Community Centre Rialto
Fionnuala O' Connell, Youth Worker, Activist and Artist, Cork Migrant Centre
Dr. Krini Kafiris, Researcher, Activist and Mentor
Chaired by Dr. Eve Olney and supported by Common Ground and Create.
F...2021-03-291h 11
LETs Stand Public Speaking‘Slam Out Loud’ - Empowering millions of children to find their voice and tell their own story!What a pleasure to talk with Jigyasa Labroo from India connecting with me all the way from Dharamshala in India via Zoom. Jigyasa is co-founder and CEO of ‘Slam Out Loud’ a for-mission, non-profit that uses the transformative power of performance and visual arts to build Creative Confidence in disadvantaged children. Slam Out Loud currently reaches 50000 children across 4 states in India and through their response to COVID-19 has been able to create a footprint in 19 countries, reaching 4.7 million children.Jigyasa has also been an Arts for Good fellow at the Singapore International Foundation and is in the 2020 cohort of Emerging Lead...2021-03-1347 min
LETs Stand Public SpeakingDo we believe in the potential of our students?In this episode, I react to a speech delivered by 9-year-old Dalton Sherman to over 20,000 school staff in Dallas, Texas in 2008. The speech itself is very inspiring. In addition, there are many aspects of the speech content and delivery that could be referred to when training other children in public speaking skills. Here is the link to Dalton’s speech on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hMe8Nil2i20. #publicspeaking #studentvoice #empowerment #orallanguage #oracy2021-03-0827 min
LETs Stand Public SpeakingWhere do I start?“Where do I start?” It’s very understandable that teachers may be nervous and uncertain as to how to begin public speaking training with children. Few will have received training in public speaking themselves and few also will have received training in how to train children in the skills of public speaking. You don’t have to be a fantastic public speaker yourself to train your students in theses skills. In this episode, Siobhán offers some advise on how you might begin the process. As promised , here is the link to my YouTube channel where you will find playlists of speech...2021-02-2829 min
LETs Stand Public SpeakingThe role of speaking in supporting young people to maximize their potential.It is inspiring, insightful and uplifting to talk with youth coach and life coach, Helen Butler in this episode of the’LET’s Stand’ podcast. With a deep understanding of and empathy for young people, Helen positively and powerfully conveys the potential and possibilities of young people when supported and given a voice. Referring to speaking as a fundamental skill that will carry people through life, Helen comments on how valuable this skill is, especially when we don’t know the full range of occasions on which young people may need to fall back on this acquired and practiced skill. Helen pa...2021-02-221h 06
LETs Stand Public SpeakingAn analysis of Amanda Gorman’s performance of her poem ‘The Hill We Climb’.In this episode I give my analysis, my evaluation of Amanda Gorman’s performance of her poem, ‘The Hill We Climb’ at US President Joe Biden’s Inauguration. I was deeply touched, moved and inspired by the content and delivery of this poem. My analysis also touches on how teachers might choose to use Amanda’s spoken word poetry performance in their classrooms. See Amanda Gorman’s full performance of ‘The Hill We Climb’ here: https://youtu.be/LZ055ilIiN4. For more information about ‘LETs Stand’ check out: www.letsstand.ie . #AmandaGorman #SpokenWordPoetry #PowerofPoetry2021-02-1652 min
LETs Stand Public SpeakingRecitations and Ruminations, a record of a long life well-lived and the role of speaking in it.My Dad, Frank Keenan is a legend. At 84, his memory is not good, it’s remarkable as is his captivating ability to recite lengthy monologues with expression and passion. This podcast is a snapshot of some of that amazing ability and a reflection on the impact his love of speaking, monologue and poetry has had on his life. I was delighted to record this chat with him via Zoom during the 2nd Level 5 lockdown due to COVID-19.2021-02-0944 min
LETs Stand Public Speaking‘LET’s Stand’ - Public Speaking Programme for Young People (aged 5-18) - What’s the Story?What is the story behind the widely acclaimed ‘LET’s Stand Public Speaking Programme? Listen to Siobhán Fitzgerald, creator of the Programme describe how her own childhood experiences motivated and inspired her to create the Programme. The ‘LET’s Stand’ Programme is currently being implemented in many primary and secondary schools across Ireland and the EU.2021-02-0319 min
LETs Stand Public SpeakingFinally, the ‘LET’s Stand Pocast. What can I expect?2021-02-0200 min
The Anfield WrapWeekender: Liverpool Leave It Late To Topple Tottenham
Gareth Roberts is joined by Martin Fitzgerald, Siobhan Biggane and Joel Richards to discuss Liverpool's late win over Tottenham Hotspur which saw The Reds return to the top of the league, before looking ahead to the visit to Crystal Palace with another quick turnaround and early kick off to contend with.
Also on the show, John Gibbons is joined by Mike Deane to talk about Liverpool Lullabies, the reimagining of famous Anfield chants to help children sleep, and Oobah Butler talks through his new documentary series in which he takes a deep dive into the world of celebrity...2020-12-171h 00
AdventThe Good (and Bad) Bits with Siobhan Fitzgerald, The Good BitsSiobhan Fitzgerald is an advertising creative whose worked at The Monkeys, M&C and Ogilvy in her career, and a writer. She is also the founder of Gabberish, creative therapy for creative minds, and co-founder of The Good Bits, a good sex story platform for Women+.As a two time start-up founder and often the only woman in the creative department throughout her career, she shares how she’s dealt with rejection, going from a prude to rebranding erotic fiction and dealing with anxiety in an industry where mental health isn't always given space. It's a pleasure of a...2020-12-0238 min
The Juggling ActWeekly Catch UpThis week, we caught up with mum-of-two and filmmaker Tahyna MacManus who opens up about suffering three miscarriages, including one during the making of her doco Misunderstandings of Miscarriage. Psychologist Belinda Williams joins us with some practical tips for making sure you don’t take your bad day in the office home with you. We have a laugh with author of The Treehouse series Andy Griffith about encouraging a love of reading in our kids. Let's talk about sex with mum Siobhan Fitzgerald who started an erotic fiction website while breastfeeding her second baby, and Sarah and Mel get real abou...2020-10-3139 min
The Juggling Act'I started an erotic fiction website while breastfeeding my second child'We’re spicing things up on the pod today, meeting a mum who started an erotic fiction website while breastfeeding her second child. Siobhan Fitzgerald started The Good Bits with her friend Carol who she met through her son’s daycare. She joins us to talk about how she got in the mood to start a new business and shares her tips for reigniting the fire (when you're covered in other people's bodily fluids - and not in a good way).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2020-10-2909 min
VAST HorizonRemainderThe Walton continues with the evacuation while Nolira makes an important decision.Please Consider supporting our productions: https://patreon.com/FoolandscholarCredits:Written by K.A. StatzProduced with Sound Design and Editing by Travis VengroffExecutive Producer Bobby FatemiDialogue Editing by Marisa Ewing of Hemlock Creek ProductionsMixing and Mastering by Brandon StraderScript Editing by W.K. StatzTranslations by Sophie Yang Cast:Dr. Nolira Eck - Siobhan Lumsd...2020-09-2929 min
VAST HorizonObligationNolira confronts the ghosts of her past as additional complications are introduced to her present situation.Credits:Written by K.A. StatzProduced with Sound Design and Editing by Travis VengroffExecutive Producer Bobby FatemiDialogue Editing by Marisa Ewing of Hemlock Creek ProductionsMixing and Mastering by Brandon StraderScript Editing by W.K. StatzTranslations by Sophie Yang Cast:Dr. Nolira Eck - Siobhan LumsdenA.I. – Tanja MilojevicP...2020-07-2131 min
VAST HorizonRecoverySeason 2 begins. Welcome aboard the Walton. Medical crews are currently available to assist you.Credits:Written by K.A. StatzProduced with Sound Design and Editing by Travis VengroffMixing by Brandon StraderScript Editing by W.K. Statz Translations by Sophie Yang Cast:Dr. Nolira Eck - Siobhan LumsdenA.I – Tanja MilojevicSun Sanon Onroon – Daniel DemerinPoe Yano – Christy LuseDr. Antwi – Jordan Cobb...2020-05-2632 min
In Lockdown With...Episode 6: Hannah LloydCiaran chats to emerging actor and writer Hannah Lloyd. After gaining many theatrical experiences with Sparc Valleys Kids as a young person, Hannah studied at Trinity St David's in Carmarthen, before gaining a Masters at USW. She is a founder member of Hoovering Flour Theatre Company, with whom she performed 'A Single Tree' at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. As a writer she's penned 'Small Fry,' a play developed with the Wales Millennium Centre. She has recently been a part of the 'Hamlets' project at the WMC, lead by Paul Jenkins and Siobhan Lynn Brennan. She is very passionate...2020-05-0957 minRIGHT-BRAINIACS!Having the GUTS to change your career- Dave Gibson, Siobhan Fitzgerald, and Jay Hynes on being creative with your life journey.In this episode, Dave Gibson (creative director turned co-founder of Hawke's Brewing Co.), Siobhan Fitzgerald (ad writer turned founder of Gabberish.com and TheGoodBits.com) and Jay Hynes (art director turned photographer) talk all about how and why they changed what they did mid-career.
Topics discussed:
What creativity is to them.
How and why they decided to change careers.
How their life is different because of that.
They then answers this question from The Right-brain Workout: "Think of the funniest thing you could say or do on your death bed."
Dave Gibson.
David is co-Founder...2020-04-2835 minIn Lockdown With...Episode 1: Siobhan Lynn BrennanIn the first episode of 'Locked in with..!' Ciaran speaks to Siobhan Lynn Brennan, an emerging theatre director from Cardiff. Since graduating from the University of Warwick, Siobhan has worked as an assistant director on projects such as 'We're Still Here' with Common Wealth and National Theatre Wales, Alice in Wonderland at the Sherman Theatre, and as a facilitator on the Hamlets project, funded by Mess up the Mess Theatre Company in association with the Wales Millennium Centre. Siobhan talks to Ciaran about her career so far!2020-03-2448 minIn Lockdown With...Episode 1: Siobhan Lynn BrennanIn the first episode of the series, Ciaran interviews emerging director Siobhan Lynn Brennan, since studying at the University of Warwick, Siobhan has worked with the Sherman Theatre as part of the JMK Directors scheme, and as an assistant on Alice in Wonderland in 2019. She also worked with Common Wealth in association with National Theatre Wales on 'We're Still Here!' in Port Talbot. Recently she has work as a facilitator with Mess up the Mess on their 'Hamlets' project at the Wales Millennium Centre, 2020-03-2149 min
Scale-up InsightsGrow and manage your team – getting it right for scale-upsWelcome to the fifth episode in our Scale-up Insights series of podcasts. In the series so far, we have covered funding, heads of terms, IP protection and data compliance. Today we are talking about the issues you may face as you grow your team to keep pace with scaling-up your business.In today’s episode Nina Searle is joined by Siobhan Fitzgerald, partner in our employment law practice at TLT to take a detailed look at everything you need to know about recruitment from a legal perspective as you grow your business.In this conversation you...2020-03-1825 min
LIBER 2019 Annual ConferenceLIBER 2019 - Session 4 - Connecting with Different Partners in Society Audio from Session 4: Connecting with Different Partners in Society, held Wednesday 26 June 2019 at the LIBER 2019 Annual Conference.
Talks included:
4.1 Beyond Assisting Digital Humanities Scholars: 5 Years of Researchers in Residence at the National Library of The Netherlands, Martijn Kleppe, Lotte Wilms and Steven Claeyssens, National Library of The Netherlands, The Netherlands
4.2 Students with Autism as Research Partners: Responding to Real World Trends in Society, Geraldine Fitzgerald and Siobhan Dunne, Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
4.3 Beyond the Usual Suspects: Building a 21st Century Reading Community in Scotland, Ines Byrne, National Library of Scotland...2019-07-041h 30
Employment Law FocusIntroducing Employment Law FocusIntroducing, Employment Law Focus. Presented by Siobhan Fitzgerald, Jonathan Rennie and Fraser Vandal from top 50 UK law firm TLT LLP. We provide employment law advice to public and private sector organisations and were recognised in the inaugural The Times Best Law Firms. We'll cover the important issues in employment today, explain how the law is responding and what needs to be on your radar, as well as answering your questions each episode.
This podcast is for general guidance and represents our understanding of the law at the time of recording.
Specific legal advice should be...2019-03-2701 minInside Education - a podcast for educators interested in teachingProgramme 281, Literacy, Religion Teaching, & Being a Teaching Principal (22-2-17)Presented and produced by Seán Delaney.
On this week's progrmame I bring you new material from three guests who previously appeared on the programme. Below I list the guests and put links to the programmes on which they featured:
Jackie Marsh
Annette Honan
Siobhán Keenan Fitzgerald on Public Speaking 1 and Public Speaking 2
2017-02-2228 minInside Education - a podcast for educators interested in teachingProgramme 268, Public Speaking pt 2 (16-11-16)Presented and produced by Seán Delaney
On this week's programme I bring you the second part of my interview with SIobhán Keenan Fitzgerald, the principal of Eglish National School in Galway. In this part of the interview Siobhán talks about how as principal she introduced the public speaking programme she developed, LET'S STAND, in the school, how she uses video examples of public speaking in her teaching and how her school was selected as a Changemaker school.
In November 2016 Siobhán won the over 19s category of the National Final of the Euro...2016-11-1628 minInside Education - a podcast for educators interested in teachingProgramme 267, Teaching Public Speaking pt 1 (9-11-16)Presented and produced by Seán Delaney
My guest on this week's programme is Siobhán Keenan Fitzgerald who developed the Let's Stand programme to teach public speaking to children. In the programme Siobhán outlines the difference between public speaking and debating, she tells the story of how a presentation she gave in Japanese to a group of Japanese tea-ladies reinforced for her the power of public speaking and she explains how she began to apply principles of Toastmasters in her teaching. Siobhán is principal of Eglish National School in Galway, which is recognised as a ch...2016-11-0928 min
First Draft with Sarah EnniDhonielle ClatytonHang with me and Dhonielle Clayton, co-author of TINY PRETTY THINGS and its sequel, SHINY BROKEN PIECES (out now!), as well as author of forthcoming series THE BELLES (spring ’17). She talks about weekly childhood trips to the bookstore, being a writing n00b, accidentally getting a boarding school job, and writing to arrested development. And don't forget to take the First Draft Podcast listener survey! Dhonielle Clayton Show Notes X Men THE PAHNTOM TOLLBOOTH by Norton Juster Virginia Hamilton Walter Dean Myers I WAN...2016-07-191h 04
CMCIrelandMusical Tales series: interview with curator Mark FitzgeraldMusicologist and DIT Music Lecturer Mark Fitzgerald talks about the idea and programme for CMC's Musical Tales series of concerts which take place in Dublin City Libraries on 26 November and 4 December 2015.
More information on the series here: https://cmcireland.wordpress.com/2015/11/04/cmc-presents-musical-tales-two-concerts-in-dublin-city-libraries/
Music extracts: Siobhán Cleary - Fall and Passion; Jane O’Leary – Within/Without; Grainne Mulvey – Eternity is now; James Wilson – Three songs from Another Direction2015-11-2409 min