The Are Ya Well Podcast

This week I am joined by Irish apprentice star, Maura Rath.  Maura joined the cast of the apprentice for series, 18 and found herself on the winning team on a fair few occassions.  Maura brought so much energy and joy to our screens and she gives me all the apprentice goss.

Maura is busy building her yoga empire, we discuss the ups and downs of being an entrepreneur and some setbacks she has had a along the way.  She also talks to ...

This week I talk to the incredible Damy Redmond. Damy's lovely mum, Marian, was diagnosed with cancer in 2018, and he tells us about that tough journey with her. Damy speaks openly and honestly about how hard that journey was and the aftermath of dealing with grief. Like his mum, Damy has a brilliant sense of humor, so we laugh a lot along the way.

They say cancer will affect half of us in this lifetime, so if you are going through ...

Welcome to Episode 4 of the podcast! In this special episode, I am thrilled to have Dez McMahon as my guest. Dez is a psychic medium and healer who performed his first reading at the age of 10. He has provided readings for Oscar winners and gangsters alike and is also a talented actor, with appearances in Game of Thrones, Vikings, and Love/Hate. Additionally, Dez is a voice-over artist and confidence coach.

Dez has profoundly impact...

This week, I am joined by powerhouse Vicky Shilling (https://vickyshilling.com). Vicky is an incredible resource on all things entrepreneurship, with a wealth of knowledge and experience. She has spent years helping others in the wellness industry get their ventures off the ground. In this podcast, we discuss her journey from the music industry to becoming a successful solopreneur.

If you’re looking to start a business, launch a sid...

Meet the incredible Yvonne Tchrakian: mother of four, corporate lawyer, and manifestation queen. In Part 1 of this two-hour conversation, we delve into Yvonne’s childhood, which was split between LA and Listowel, Kerry. We discuss her remarkable career as a lawyer—you'll undoubtedly feel motivated by Yvonne’s work ethic—how she manifested her wonderful husband, and her sometimes turbulent journey to motherhood. **Trigger warning: w...

Join me for part 2 of Yvonne's story. This is equally as good, if not even more motivating, than part 1. This section focuses on how to manifest, and it's packed with great real-life examples, stories, and Yvonne’s 7-step process for manifesting your dream life. 

Dive in and discover practical steps and powerful insights that can help you bring your dreams to life.

Here’s where you can find Yvonne:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/i...

Join me this week on the podcast for an inspiring conversation with Brendan Spratt as he shares his remarkable surrogacy journey. Brendan, a proud father of two beautiful children born via surrogacy, delves into his experiences and the challenges he faced along the way. As a gay man who celebrated his marriage shortly after the historic 2015 referendum, Brendan's story is a testament to love, resilience, and the fight for family.

Do...

This week, I am joined by Bob Roth, a pioneer in the meditation space, is one of the most experienced and sought-after meditation teachers in the world. Over the past fifty years, Bob has taught Transcendental Meditation to many thousands of people, including billionaire CEOs, Hollywood celebrities (Tom Hanks, Oprah, Hugh Jackman, Martin Scorsese, Katy Perry, Gywneth Paltrow),combat-scarred veterans, and inner-city youth. 

Bob wante...

This week I am joined by one of the funniest people I know, Caitlin Murray or you might know her from her instagram handel @BigTimeAdulting.  

Caitlin has embarked on a remarkable journey over the past few years. She transitioned from the bustling life in New York City to the peaceful suburbs to become a stay-at-home mom to her three wonderful kids. Her story took a challenging turn when her eldest son, Calum, was diagnosed with leu...

This week, I am joined by Rhona Cullinan, the owner of thriving CBD business Focus by Rhona. Rhona has been on quite a journey over the last few years. She has navigated challenges such as dealing with narcissistic abuse and repetitive toxic relationships, raising her three beautiful children, each with special needs, undergoing gastric bypass surgery twice, and successfully establishing her thriving company...

This week, I am joined by Shane Walsh, also known as Shane Walsh Fitness. Shane is an online coach offering personalized fitness programs and nutritional guidance to female clients. His approach is often described as holistic, focusing not just on physical training but also on mental well-being and sustainable lifestyle changes.

Shane shares his personal journey with mental health on today's podcast. We discuss his experiences, from...

This week, I am joined by Tara Thompson. Tara is a trauma-informed yoga and meditation teacher and a soon-to-be book author. Her upcoming book is titled The Quest: A Healing Journey from Trauma. In this episode, Tara gives us a deep dive into her life—from the corporate hustle to a string of failed relationships to a hectic social life. Tara delved into the world of mindfulness & meditation during lockdo...

For those of you the follow Brigid O'Hara aka bridey_wine_chats, I can attest to the fact that she is the nicest, friendliest most down to earth woman. It was such a pleasure to speak to her in her hometown of Achill Island. 

Brigid O'Hora has spent over twenty years working in the wine industry. She began her training in Australia and since then has been a wine studies lecturer, held several posts as sommelier at prestigious restau...

Dez McMahon is back for season 2! Last season everyone was talking about dez's episode and I know you are going to love this episode even more. Dez is a medium, actor, voice-over artist and public speaker. 

For those of you who haven’t listened to my episode with Dez in season 1, you are in for a treat.  Dez is a special human and his wisdom knows no bounds.  This episode will nourish your soul. 

In this episode, we delve into the pr...

It's me, hi! I'm back with a solo episode. Honestly, I've been wanting to do a solo episode for ages, but I've had such an incredible lineup of guests and stories that I put it on the back-burner but it's here now!

This week, I want to share five exercises that have significantly helped me on my personal journey—and continue to do so to this day. I truly believe that if I'd known about these exercises sooner, I could have avoided a ...

This week I am joined by the wonderful Clare Mansfield.   Clare takes us through her incredible journey to parenthood—from trying to conceive for four years, navigating IVF, to exploring egg donation, and everything in between. While it was not an easy path, Clare's storytelling makes it feel almost effortless. Her positive outlook on the struggles she faced is truly inspiring; she has transformed her pain into passion by helping o...

I’m back this week with the wonderful Clare as we conclude the story of her journey to building her beautiful family. Clare shares the unexpected double surprise that changed everything, followed by another natural surprise two years later. What began as a story of hardship turned into one of the most heartwarming and happiest endings imaginable

Clare turned her heartache into her passion and now helps parents who are enduring their...

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This week, I’m diving deep into my obsession: the Diddy scandal. Since November 2023—when Cassie Ventura’s shocking accusations of abuse surfaced—I’ve been conducting my own research into everything Diddy and boy, is it grimey....

But here’s the thing: this scandal goes far beyond Diddy himself. The real question is, who else is involved in this alleged racketeering and sex trafficking conspiracy? The answer: many. Som...

This week, I’m thrilled to be joined by the wonderful Paul Stenson. Paul was an absolute gentleman, and it was a true pleasure to sit down and hear his incredible story. In this episode, Paul shares his journey from battling addiction in the fast-paced streets of Dublin to finding peace and contentment on the tranquil shores of Achill Island.

We dive into Paul’s personal transformation, discussing how he left behind not just a bustl...