Alive and Kicking with Clare McKenna

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 15/3/26

15 Mar 2026

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Guests:Family Therapist Madeleine ConnollyChef Erica DrumLexie Janson

The Offline Club Dublin

15 Mar 2026

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Guest: Lexie Janson

The best of Irish produce

15 Mar 2026

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Guest: Chef Erica Drum

Blended Families: The Challenges and Joys

15 Mar 2026

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Guest: Family Therapist Madeleine Connolly

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 8/3/26

08 Mar 2026

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Guests:Clinical Psychologist Martin O’ConnorDr Heather McKee, Behavioural Change SpecialistMusician and author Niall Breslin

'Society doesn't let us express suffering' - Niall Breslin on his experience with grief

08 Mar 2026

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Guest: Bressie, author of the book and album 'The Place That Has Never Been Wounded'

Supporting young children with developmental disabilities

08 Mar 2026

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Guest: Clinical Psychologist Martin O’Connor, author of 'Early Childhood Intervention'

Why we are so reluctant to track our key health indicators?

08 Mar 2026

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Guest: Dr Heather McKee, Behavioural Change Specialist

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 1/3/26

01 Mar 2026

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Guests:Year of Care Campaigner Aolish GormleyCareer Psychologist Sinead BradyTwo Community Palliative Care Nurses Olive Finucane and Nora McCarri...

Navigating End of Life Care

01 Mar 2026

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Guests: Two Community Palliative Care Nurses Olive Finucane and Nora McCarrick from St Francis Hospice in Dublin

How to know you are in the right career

01 Mar 2026

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Guest: Career Psychologist Sinead Brady

‘Ireland ranks very low in terms of mothers’ anxiety and burnout’

01 Mar 2026

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Guest: Year of Care Campaigner Aolish Gormley

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 22/2/26

22 Feb 2026

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Guests:Dr Jennifer Reid, Clinical Psychiatrist and Assistant Professor at the University of PennsylvaniaNick Charalambous, Managing Director of Alpha ...

Guiding Teenagers Towards Self-Acceptance

22 Feb 2026

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Guest: Tony Griffin, author of ‘Teenagers’ Book of Life’

Small Steps Towards Financial Self-Care

22 Feb 2026

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Guest: Nick Charalambous, Managing Director of Alpha Wealth

Guilt-Free: Reclaiming Your Life from Unreasonable Expectations

22 Feb 2026

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Guest: Dr Jennifer Reid, Clinical Psychiatrist and Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 15/02/2026

15 Feb 2026

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Guests:Mandy Rocke, nurseFacialist Eavanna BreenLana Manikowski and Dee Kelly

‘Other’s Day’: When Mother’s Day Is A Challenge

15 Feb 2026

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Guest:Lana Manikowski and Dee Kelly

Non-Botox Treatments

15 Feb 2026

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Guest:Facialist Eavanna Breen

‘My son had a complex congenital heart defect’

15 Feb 2026

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Guest: Mandy Rocke, nurse

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 08/02/2026

08 Feb 2026

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Guests:Paddy McGeoghegan of Epilepsy IrelandProf John Nolan of the documentary 'Vision for Vision', and the film's director paediatric consultant...

'Should I be worried?' The no-panic guide to your kids' health

08 Feb 2026

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Guest:With paediatric consultant Dr Niamh Lynch

The role of nutrition in macular degeneration 

08 Feb 2026

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Guest: Prof John Nolan of the documentary 'Vision for Vision', and the film's director 

First Aid for Epileptic Seizure

08 Feb 2026

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Guest: Paddy McGeoghegan of Epilepsy Ireland

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 01/02/26

01 Feb 2026

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Guests:Author Catherine GraySíle Seoige Dr Laura Gormley of DCU

Síle Seoige new documentary series on parenting, anxiety and bullying.

01 Feb 2026

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Guest: Broadcaster Síle Seoige

Making workplaces more neurodivergent-friendly

01 Feb 2026

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Guest: Dr Laura Gormley of DCU

Overcoming our little addictions

01 Feb 2026

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Guest: Author Catherine Gray

Releasing The Power of Shame

25 Jan 2026

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Guest: Intimacy Specialist Grace Alice O'SheaA warning that this discussion contains adult themes pertaining to sexual shame.If you need support you c...

Spencer Matthews on Habit Stacking

25 Jan 2026

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Guest: Spencer Matthews

The Proactive Mindset

25 Jan 2026

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Guest: Performance Nutritionist Gemma McGuinness

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 25/1/26

25 Jan 2026

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Guests:Performance Nutritionist Gemma McGuinnessSpencer MatthewsIntimacy Specialist Grace Alice O'Shea

Emotional Expression Over Suppression

18 Jan 2026

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Guest: Author of 'Be A Man About It' George Bell

The Sanctuary Meditation Centre in Dublin

18 Jan 2026

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Guests: James O`Connell, Programme Manager at The Sanctuary

Sensory Overwhelm

18 Jan 2026

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Guest: Brenda Cassidy, Brain Calm Institute

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 18/1/26

18 Jan 2026

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Guests:Brenda Cassidy, Brain Calm InstituteJames O`Connell, Programme Manager at The SanctuaryAuthor of 'Be A Man About It' George Bell

Steps Challenge with Tommy Bowe

11 Jan 2026

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Guest: Tommy Bowe

Living with a Rare Skin Condition

11 Jan 2026

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Guest: Anne Hallinan

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 11/1/26

11 Jan 2026

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Guests:Helena Dilleen of ‘Mind Magic’Anne HallinanTommy Bowe

How To Be More Present

11 Jan 2026

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Guest: Helena Dilleen of ‘Mind Magic’

Empowering Young People

05 Jan 2026

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Guest: Tammy Darcy of The Shona Project

Getting Into Family Hiking

05 Jan 2026

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Guest: Mairead Furlong

Free Carotenoid Testing

05 Jan 2026

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Guest: Pharmacist Oonagh O’Hagan

Embracing the ‘Messy Middle’ of transformation

28 Dec 2025

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Guest: Life Coach Tara Rafter

Giving ourselves a moment to reflect

28 Dec 2025

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Guest: Brother Richard

Ireland's women-focused festival

28 Dec 2025

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Guest: Lorraine Hogan

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 28/12/25

28 Dec 2025

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Guests:Lorraine HoganBrother RichardLife Coach Tara Rafter

How does the immune system affect how we age?

21 Dec 2025

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Guest: Immunologist Dr Jenna Macciochi

'Should I contact my ex after 40 years?': Listener Question

21 Dec 2025

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Guest: Clinical Hypnotherapist Fiona Brennan

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 21/12/25

21 Dec 2025

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Guests:Chef Erica DrumClinical Hypnotherapist Fiona BrennanDr Jenna Macciochi

Stress-Free Christmas Cooking

21 Dec 2025

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Guest: Chef Erica Drum

Clodagh Campbell on prioritising self-care

14 Dec 2025

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Guest: Clodagh Campbell

Understanding male victimisation in domestic abuse

14 Dec 2025

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Guest: Shane Kelly

Staying well in the colder months

14 Dec 2025

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Guest: Dr Mary McCreery

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 14/12/25

14 Dec 2025

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Guests:Dr Mary McCreeryShane KellyClodagh Campbell

Recovering From Drug Addiction

07 Dec 2025

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Guest: Hypnotherapist Angela Carney

Getting Restorative Rest

07 Dec 2025

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Guest: Podcaster Hilary Rose

‘There’s nothing more frustrating than being told to relax to conceive’

07 Dec 2025

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Guest: Nutritional Therapist Amy Swan

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 7/12/25

07 Dec 2025

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Guests:Nutritional Therapist Amy SwanPodcaster Hilary RoseHypnotherapist Angela Carney

How to help children who find eating challenging

30 Nov 2025

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Guest: Specialist Paediatric Feeding OT, Teresa Foley

Gyms for the over-50s

30 Nov 2025

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Guest: Owen Tarrant

Dealing with Toxic Friendships

30 Nov 2025

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Guest: Fiona O’Malley, CEO of Turn2Me

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 30/11/25

30 Nov 2025

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Guests:Fiona O’Malley, CEO of Turn2MeOwen TarrantSpecialist Paediatric Feeding OT Teresa Foley

How not to be ‘always on’

23 Nov 2025

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Guest: Author Miriam Hussey

The risks of unregulated botox

23 Nov 2025

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Guest: Dr Ahmed Salman cosmetic surgeon

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 23/11/25

23 Nov 2025

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Guests:Carole Ann Clarke and Professor Rory O’ConnorDr Ahmed Salman, Cosmetic SurgeonAuthor Miriam HusseyHelplines:Pieta 24-Hour Crisis Helpline: 18...

What to look out for when it comes to poor mental health

23 Nov 2025

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Guests: Carole Ann Clarke and Professor Rory O’ConnorHelplines:Pieta 24-Hour Crisis Helpline: 1800 247 247 or text HELP to 51444Or call the Samarita...

Does stigma remain around HIV?

16 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: Rebecca Tallon De Havilland

Getting financially prepped for Christmas

16 Nov 2025

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Guest: Nick Charalambous

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 16/11/25

16 Nov 2025

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Guests:Norah CaseyNick CharalambousRebecca Tallon De Havilland

Getting a diabetes diagnosis later in life

16 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: Norah Casey

The risks of screen addiction

09 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: Clinical Psychologist Dr Amy Watchorn

The power of seaweed in nutrition and skin health

09 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: Dr Tim Yeomans, Centre Manager at the Centre for Applied Bioscience Research

Coru on regulating the psychotherapy and counselling sector

09 Nov 2025

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Guest: Coru CEO Claire O’Cleary

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 9/11/25

09 Nov 2025

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Guests:Coru CEO Claire O’ClearyDr Tim Yeomans, Centre Manager at the Centre for Applied Bioscience ResearchClinical Psychologist Dr Amy Watchorn

Dealing with Complex Menopause

02 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guests:Dr Michael O’Connell, Master of the CoombeClaire Browne, Clinical Nurse SpecialistKaren Kruger, Menopause Lifestyle Coach

What is 'Fibremaxxing'?

02 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: Nutritionist Niamh Orbinski

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 2/11/25

02 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guests:Fiona Brennan, Clinical HypnotherapistNutritionist Niamh OrbinskiDr Michael O’Connell, Master of the CoombeClaire Browne, Clinical Nurse Spec...

Listener Question - Addiction to Doomscrolling

02 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: Fiona Brennan, Clinical Hypnotherapist

'What to Do When You Feel Broken'

26 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: Dr Laura Williams, author of 'What to Do When You Feel Broken'

Wellness treatments for those on their cancer journey

26 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: Christine Clinton, Founder of Clinton Cancer Care & Wellness for Life

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 26/10/25

26 Oct 2025

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Guests:Inga Turcan, MindSlí Self-Discovery Experience StudioChristine Clinton, Founder of Clinton Cancer Care & Wellness for LifeDr Laura William...

Getting to know yourself better

26 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: Inga Turcan, MindSlí Self-Discovery Experience Studio

Mark Mehigan on embarking upon fatherhood

19 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: Mark Mehigan

How to discuss consent with your kids

19 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: Sex Educator Grace Alice O’Shea

Have we lost the skill of healthy debate?

12 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: Psychotherapist Daniella Moyles from Dinner with the Enemy

Celebrating The Vulva

12 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: The Fabulous Pharmacist Laura Dowling

The pressure of the ‘always on’ culture

12 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: Dr Carol Rogan, Chartered Psychologist, Irish Life Wellbeing

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 12/10/25

12 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guests:Dr Carol Rogan, Chartered Psychologist, Irish Life WellbeingFabulous Pharmacist Laura DowlingPsychotherapist Daniella Moyles from Dinner with t...

Using creativity to start meaningful conversations about mental health

05 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest:Barbara Brennan of Mental Health MattersLorna Quinn

Dealing with severe food allergies

05 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: Dr Aideen Byrne, Consultant in Immunology (Allergy) and practices primarily in CHI at Crumlin, & mum Aideen Murphy

The role of a cancer awareness nurse

05 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: Nurse Sarah Egan

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 5/10/25

05 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guests:Dr Aideen Byrne, Consultant in Immunology (Allergy) and practices primarily in CHI at Crumlin, & mum Aideen MurphyBarbara Brennan of Mental...

Pathways To Parenthood - Pregnancy Loss

28 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guests:Dominique McMullan, Editorial Director, Image.ieDee Kelly, Finding Space podcastHelen Vaughan, Therapist with The Coast CounsellingSupport avai...

Dealing with AI Anxiety

28 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: Futureproof Presenter Jonathan McCrea

Alive and Kicking Full Episode 28/9/25

28 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guests:Futureproof Presenter Jonathan McCreaDominique McMullan, Editorial Director, Image.ieDee Kelly, Finding Space podcastHelen Vaughan, Therapist w...

Sophie’s Swaps author Sophie Morris on changing Ireland’s food industry

21 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: Author Sophie Morris

What parents need to know when your child is LGBTQ

21 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: Psychotherapist Ray O’Neill

Farming as therapy for people with mental health challenges

21 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest: Psychologist Eoin Galavan of Kyrie Farm

Alive & Kicking Full Episode 21/9/25

21 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guests:Psychologist Eoin Galavan of Kyrie FarmPsychotherapist Ray O'NeillAuthor Sophie Morris