The Grounded Way Podcast
Episodes
EPISODE 92: Tayem Mercer - The Discipline of Growth: Mindset, Setbacks, and Success
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we sit down with entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and mental health advocate Tayem Mercer.Originally from the Congo, Taye...
Episode 91: From 13-Year-Old Support Act to 3Arena – Ciaran Moran’s Story
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we sit down with Dublin singer-songwriter Ciaran Moran to talk about his journey into music and the experiences that shaped ...
Episode 90: The Leap That Changed Everything - Michaela Kelly
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Conor sits down with his dear friend Michaela Kelly for a powerful and honest conversation about courage, creativity, and building a life t...
Episode 89 : The Psychology of Entrepreneurship with Farzana Maudarbaccus
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we sit down with inspiring business psychologist Farzana Maudarbaccus, originally from Mauritius and now living in Greystone...
Episode 88: Emotional Intelligence, Cash Payments & The Yup Bro Era
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we spin the wheel once again with Topic Roulette, diving into a wide range of conversations that have been on our minds — ...
Episode 87: How Physiotherapy, Trauma & the Nervous System Are Connected with Urja Shah
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Urja Shah, a physiotherapist with a truly global story. Of Indian descent, born i...
Episode 86: The Many Layers of Friendship: Loyalty, Trust & Auditing Your Circle With Raj Singh
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode dives into the complexities of friendship with returning guest Raj Singh. We explore the different categories of friendship, f...
Episode 85: Topic Roulette with The Original Three - Spin, Talk , Repeat!
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s episode is a special one — the original crew is finally back together, and it feels just like the good old days. The three of us dive ...
Episode 84 : Finding Purpose: The Inspiring Comeback Story of Andrew Mowatt
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, Conor sits down with returning guest Andrew Mowatt, who shares what life has been like since his last appearance on the show...
Episode 83 Halloween Special : Demons, Exorcists & Dark Forces with Irish Demonologist Gavin Canavan
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this spine-chilling Halloween Special, we sit down with Irish Demonologist Gavin Canavan for an intense two-hour conversation about the dark world ...
Episode 82: Inside “The Traitors Ireland” – With Nick O’Loughlin & Patrick O’Mahony
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Grounded Way Podcast, we sit down with two of Ireland’s very own contestants from the hit TV show The Traitors — Nick O’Loughli...
From FM104 to Opinions Matter: Jeremy Dixon’s Radio Journey
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Grounded Way Podcast, we’re joined by Irish radio legend Jeremy Dixon.Jeremy co-hosted the iconic @FM104 Phone Show alongside @adri...
Episode 80 : From Third Class to the Presidency - Ireland’s Big Questions
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, Nathan makes his return to the show and takes us along on his journey abroad — from working in Zante, Greece, to exploring...
Episode 79 : Blood, Politics, and the Battle for Free Speech
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we sit down to reflect on some of the serious events that have taken place over the past two months. We catch up after Richi...
Episode 78: George Hutton on Touring Canada, Joining The Celtic Tenors & Working with Hugh Jackman
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Conor sits down with returning guest George Hutton, who has had an incredibly busy and exciting year since his last appearance on the show. George has...
Episode 77 : Why Putting Yourself First Changes Everything
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Grounded Way Podcast, we’re back in the studio for a raw, unfiltered chat about what’s been weighing on us lately. From fr...
Episode 76 : Nature, Nourishment, and the Wisdom of David Flynn
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we have the absolute joy of sitting down with the wonderful David Flynn — identical twin, co-founder of The Happy Pear, an...
Episode 75: Life, Laughter & Low Confidence — Jason Kirwan Unplugged
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode we sit down with long time friend of Richie's , Jason Kirwan from Tipperary who shares his life story with us from being a c...
Episode 74: From the Heart of Ireland to the State of the World
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we’ve got some great banter between us as we have the craic and laughs chatting about the beautiful thing that is Ireland ...
Episode 73 : Ireland’s Breaking Point, Tipping Madness & Masked Realities
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode, we delve into pressing issues facing Ireland today. We explore the growing concerns among Irish communities about open bor...
Episode 72: College, Passports & Ignoring the Noise
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we dive into a thought-provoking conversation about whether college is truly necessary. Is it a smart investment or just a m...
Episode 71: Barbershop Chairs to Fair City Scenes - Ben Condron on Acting, Mental Health & Finding His Path
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, we sit down with a true legend of the Irish film scene — actor and barber Ben Condron.Ben’s journey is one of raw honest...
Episode 70: Healing the Root - Ayla Shepherd on Trauma, Cancer, and Conscious Recovery
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, we’re honored to sit down with the radiant and deeply insightful Ayla Shepherd — a Trauma-Informed Psychotherapist, Plan...
Episode 69: Chemtrails -The Silent Agenda
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s chilling episode, we uncover the dark truth behind one of the most unsettling phenomena in our skies: chemtrails. With Nathan back on...
Episode 68 - DEJAVU: Chasing the Dream, One Gig at a Time
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're joined by the incredibly talented band DEJAVU from Wicklow!In this episode, Stefan and Dave take us back to where it all began—sharing the...
Episode 67: Beyond the Noise: Breathwork, Ego & the Fight to Be Present — with Raj & Andrew Mowatt
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 67 of The Grounded Way Podcast, we welcome back Raj for another raw and honest conversation — and this time, he’s joined by Andrew Mowa...
Episode 66 - Adolescence
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we dive headfirst into the raw, gripping world of Netflix’s Adolescence—a series that shook us to our core.This four-par...
Episode 65 : Death Penalty, Changes In Life & World War 3
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, the three of us are back together to tackle some highly controversial topics. We dive into the debate on introducing the d...
Episode 64 : Euthanasia , Legalization of Marijuana & Gender Neutral Bathrooms
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week is just the two of us and we couldn't be happier to lift the lid off some of the current controversial topics of recent times and dive i...
Episode 63 : Paul Marsh - Life As A Comedian, Firefighter & Paramedic
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we’re thrilled to sit down with the one and only King of One-Liners, comedian Paul Marsh, who had us laughing from the ver...
Episode 62: George Hutton - Northern Ireland Troubles, The Catholic Church & Singing To Success
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, we are honoured to sit down with the incredibly talented and humble George Hutton, a professional singer and tenor from Derry....
Episode 61 - Dr Denise O' Dywer : The Issues Of Modern Society
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Denise O'Dwyer, a chartered principal psychologist from Galway, author of Psychology With A ...
Episode 60: Stephen Flynn - Health, Nutrition & Modern Day Culture
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode we have the utmost pleasure of sitting down with a legend who is one of the most inspiring and wonderful souls on this planet, S...
Episode 59 Raj Bruv - Wisdom, Love & Positivity
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode we have the pleasure of sitting down with one of the local legends from Greystones, a man of his own, a joy filled, energy inspi...
Episode 58: Then vs Now
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's podcast episode, we dive into a captivating conversation reflecting on the stark contrasts between life in the past and the present. We...
Morning Glory - Oasis Tribute
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode we have the absolute pleasure of sitting down to chat with two legends who tour through the U.K and Ireland as a tribute band to...
Episode 56 Nathan Returns - God, Growth & Self Reflection
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Making a guest appearance on the show this week, Nathan Byrne aka "Nath" returns to The Grounded Way Podcast! Nathan sits down with us and s...
Episode 55: The Paranormal World With Jake Barcoe
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode we have the pleasure of sitting down with Jake Barcoe @jakyboiiii - paranormal investigator who is a member of @Paranormal_Resea...
Episode 54 - Bri Morris
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode we sit down with the talented, vibrant and delightful woman Bri Morris. Coming from a musical background, we have a great chat w...
Episode 53: Adam Logan - Artificial Intelligence
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode we sit down with long time supporter of the show, friend and entrepreneur Adam Logan to speak about Artificial Intelligence and ...
Episode 52 - Lulu & The Little Things
30 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, we have the joy of sitting down with the wonderful, free-spirited Lulu to discuss the little things in life that bring the...
Episode 51 - Amy Wall
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we sit down with three time wako kickboxing gold medalist Amy Wall. A native of Bray, Amy began training at an early age and went on t...
Episode 50 Should The Gardaí Be Armed
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the Irish Police Force An Garda Síochana and if they should be armed. We share each of our views on this matter and openl...
Episode 49 - Happiness vs Unhappiness
11 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our modern, bustling world, it's easy to feel swept up in the relentless pace of life. Sometimes, our days blur together, leaving us feeling ...
Episode 48 - Living Up To Social Class
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this captivating episode, we embark on a profound exploration of a topic that resonates with every soul: social class. As we gather around the ta...
Episode 47 - Money, Evil & God
31 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss how money changes people, how important money is to live, how money surrounds us in life and how it can also have negative ...
Episode 46 Rants On Life
24 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Conor and Richard discuss their views on what happiness love and success means to them and how they see what the meaning of life reall...
Episode 45: Ireland As We Know It
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this St Patricks Day special episode join Conor and Rich as they discuss leprechauns, Tayto sandwiches, the "craic", Guinness abroad, Iri...
Episode 44: Smoke And Mirrors - The Dating Game
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Conor and Richard tear back the dating world from online dating apps to how dating has changed in the modern day compared to older ge...
Episode 43 : Alcohol, Drugs & The Social Life
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Rich and Con discuss their views on alcohol and drugs and the implications that come with consuming and taking them. They discuss the ...
The Importance Of Travel
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Conor and Richard discuss how important it is to travel and experience life outside of your own comforts, outside of your own country ...
Episode 41 : Refugee Situation in Ireland
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode back on The Grounded Way Podcast, Rich and Con discuss the refugee situation in Ireland. We discuss: - The impact that the influx o...
Episode 40 Sketch show
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Richie and Nathan partake in a sketch show on the podcast. 1.Nathan goes for an interview at Aldi. 2. Ha...
Episode 39 The mysteries of our world
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode Rich and Nathan delve into the mysterious of our world. What are the unexplainable questions still left to be answered? The two...
Episode 38 The Mental health problem
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Episode Rich and Nathan are joined by fellow co host Holly as they delve deeper into the topic of mental health. They discuss what fact...
Episode 37 - The best moments of 2022
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a special episode of the podcast, Richie, Con and Nathan discuss their best and funniest moments from 2022. The lads talk about their favourite mem...
Episode 36 - Jack McGrath
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with ex-Irish international rugby legend, Jack McGrath. Jack shares with us how he start...
Episode 35 - Matt Duffy
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This weeks podcast dives into the world of breath work with the wonderful, soulfilling and absolute gentleman, Matt Duffy. Having a breath work sessio...
Episode 34 - Law Of Attraction & Its Effects in Relationships
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, we discuss the Law of Attraction and its effect it has in relationships. We discuss that it's important to be happy in yoursel...
Episode 33 - The Concept Of Time
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this special addition episode we speak about several topics in the one episode but focus mainly how we manage our time and find us struggling to ma...
Episode 32 - Tim Kavanagh
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode we sit down for a beautiful conversation with local Wicklow Man Tim Kavanagh about his love for the Irish language and how his ...
Alex O Leary
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode we sit down with Alex O Leary, one of Wicklows youngest entrepreneurs who shares with us why and how she started her dog groomi...
Episode 30 - Cristíona Aston
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode we sit down with the graceful and wonderful Cristíona Aston, who is a health coach, personal trainer and model. Cristíona sha...
Episode 29: Troy Sutton
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode we sit and chat with Troy Sutton, 5 time gold medal winning bodybuilder and personal trainer who is highly respected in the fit...
Lauren Archer
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we have the pleasure of sitting down with the wonderfully charming and beautiful Lauren Archer. Lauren takes some time out of her busy...
David Scott
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode we sit down to chat with the wonderful and talented actor and acting tutor David Scott. David shares with us about his acting j...
Kara O'Reilly
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this Halloween special episode we sit down with paranormal investigator and ghost hunter, Kara O'Reilly. Kara shares with us her journey and how sh...
Cost of Living & Homelessness
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we confront the harsh reality we are all facing and enduring, a topic that is constantly in the headlines, a topic that each and every...
David Boland
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we sit down for a deep and intimate conversation about relationships, money, experiences and life with musician, film, content creator...
Bobby Calloway
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we sit down with actor and film maker Bobby Calloway who speaks to us about his love and passion for acting and film making. Bobby div...
The Amsterdam Experience
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Richard and Nathan speak about their trip to Amsterdam and the experiences they encountered while there, the places they visited while...
Stereotypes And The Effects of A PC World
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Nathan and Rich discuss the implications that a politically correct world has upon us, stereotypes in everyday life, racism and why it...
Spirituality
01 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this finale episode of Season 1 we delve into the spiritual world with our special guest Val, where we discuss how the world is beyond the physical...
Conspiracies, Part 2
23 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is one of the darkest episodes we have ever done on this show. We speak about secret agenda's by the elite, what covid truly was, secret ...
The Study of Film Characters
14 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We all have the same characteristic traits that film characters have and feel the same emotions that they go through. In this episode Conor and Richar...
Personal Aims vs Relationship Ties
11 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We all have goals in life, projects we wish to pursue, goals we need to accomplish and destinations we are destined to visit. But what do we do if we ...
Awkward Moments In Life
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In life we experience awkward moments throughout our days. It can happen anytime anywhere to any one of us. We have all come across them at some stage...
The Impact of Marvel On Cinema
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"With great power comes great responsibility" This one is for the Marvel fans out there. In this episode we are speaking about how Marvel has im...
Internet Surveillance
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Everything we do on the Internet is tracked and surveyed. We are tracked to where we go on holidays, websites we browse, products we look at, people w...
The Youth of Today
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss how the youth of today has changed, how parenting is different now days and the contributing factors that has enabled the y...
Conspiracies
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What if everything you knew was a lie? This weeks episode we are speaking about conspiracies and delve into some that are popular and others that you...
The History Of Music
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Music is everything in life. It is the soundtrack in our world and without it, the world would be a very dull place. Music enhances how we feel while ...
The Garden County Of Ireland
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode we showcase some of our favourite places in Wicklow and what it means to us. We speak about the beauty that encompasses Wicklow ...
Human Connection
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our daily lives are connected by a fundamental root in society. We see it happen everywhere, in every exchange and in almost every setting. Human conn...
The History of Gaming
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This weeks episode covers the history of gaming. We speak about our memories of gaming from our childhood, how gaming consoles evolved, the video game...
Should The Workplace Evolve?
05 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We all deserve to live the best of our lives. We only have one life and you should be spending your time doing what you love, what makes you happy and...
Films That Have Changed Our Lives
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We all love to dream, escape into a new world and dive into a different reality. Emotions are brought to the surface, feelings we never knew existed u...
Men's Mental Health
22 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As men we tend to hide our weaknesses. We try to appear strong and fearless constantly. Society has us feeling inadequate if we share our weaknesses, ...
School Society vs Real Life
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Some of the best and worst memories come from being in school. We can all relate to how school made us feel growing up, how it shaped us into who we a...
The Effects of Social Media
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Living in a technological age we spend so much time looking at our phones, scrolling social media and constantly having to check what others are doing...
Relationships: The Effects They Have On Us
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The one thing we can all relate to which encompasses us all are relationships. Relationships interconnect us and are at the forefront of society. They...
Passion vs Safe Zone
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In our first episode of The Grounded Way Podcast we speak about pursuing your passion in life and goals you wish to achieve, compared to w...