The JoeIrish and Sherin Podcast Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-joeirish-podcast-with-sherin-hughes Joeirish and Sherin chat with comedians on the circuit, internet influencers and what they considers working class heroes. © 2026 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 286f4da5-0a62-53b8-a1f2-25614207dcca yes en Wed, 20 May 2026 17:00:04 +0100 Wed, 20 May 2026 17:02:05 +0100 https://img.transistorcdn.com/ZJhnka_rq8YYNQuSMxhzFVPCFwxDUBrciIDuYClqWa0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8xY2Ex/NjkxNjcwZWFjYjVj/ZTM2YmJlOTI2NTY5/ZDBiMi5wbmc.jpg The JoeIrish and Sherin Podcast episodic Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joeirish and Sherin chat with comedians on the circuit, internet influencers and what they considers working class heroes. Joeirish and Sherin chat with comedians on the circuit, internet influencers and what they considers working class heroes.. Joe Downlin & Sherin Hughes joedowling78.jd@gmail.com No No Episode 32 | Eilish O'Carroll 32 32 Episode 32 | Eilish O'Carroll full b870748a-3069-4825-a445-ad548abb494a https://share.transistor.fm/s/73846ceb Joe and Sherin are joined by the brilliant Eilish O'Carroll — best known as the loveable Winnie McGee from the smash-hit Mrs. Brown's Boys — for a hilarious and heartfelt episode 32. Before they even get into the interview, Joe has to come clean about being left standing in the freezing cold at the wrong City West Luas stop while waiting for Eilish to collect him — a mix-up that had been weeks in the making. Once they get past that, the conversation flows beautifully.

Eilish opens up about her journey into theatre, her work directing and mentoring a community women's show, and what it's really like to play Winnie alongside her real-life brother Brendan O'Carroll for over 26 years. She reveals the private backstory she wrote for Winnie in her own head — never shared with Brendan — that helped her stay in character through all the on-screen abuse. She also talks candidly about filming the Mrs. Brown's Boys mini-series while going through chemotherapy, growing up in Finglas and Stoneybatter, her mother's remarkable career as the first female Labour TD, her own one-woman show Do Level of Laugh, and her deep admiration for Brendan's late-bloomer success story. Funny, warm, honest, and full of great craic.

Timecodes:

  • 00:00:00 – Intro / cold open
  • 00:00:10 – Joe welcomes listeners to Episode 32 and introduces Eilish O'Carroll (aka Winnie McGee)
  • 00:01:00 – The mix-up that almost never was: Sherin's scheduling chaos and dual alter egos
  • 00:02:00 – Joe's Luas adventure — wrong City West stop, freezing cold, 30+ minutes waiting
  • 00:05:00 – Eilish finally arrives (kind of) — the full story unravels
  • 00:08:00 – Eilish talks about her ADHD and how she relates to Joe
  • 00:09:00 – The Sister Sheds community show: how it started and how Eilish got roped in
  • 00:11:30 – Directing the women's show, rehearsals in kitchens, and the chaos of putting it together
  • 00:14:25 – The show's standing ovation and Eilish's impact as a director and mentor
  • 00:22:00 – Eilish's theatre background and love of performing
  • 00:35:30 – The chemistry between Eilish and Brendan on stage and the art of reading your scene partner
  • 00:37:30 – Playing Winnie: the private backstory Eilish invented that Brendan never knew about
  • 00:40:30 – What she loves most about Mrs. Brown's Boys and the power of making people laugh
  • 00:41:00 – Filming the mini-series during chemotherapy: flying Glasgow–Dublin and straight back into chemo
  • 00:42:00 – Brendan on Strictly Come Dancing and the real family bonds on the show
  • 00:44:00 – Fan encounters: Australian fans, being "mobbed," and staying grounded despite fame
  • 00:47:00 – Never really feeling "famous" — and why that's a good thing
  • 00:48:30 – How Eilish joined Mrs. Brown's Boys: starting as wardrobe, coming back from England
  • 00:49:20 – Her one-woman show Do Level of Laugh and its personal, emotional content
  • 01:11:35 – Brendan's Christmas routines and life between Dublin and Florida
  • 01:12:10 – Returning to Finglas: community spirit, Coronation Street vibes, and going home on TV
  • 01:14:45 – Emotional visit to the family home and memories of her mother dancing in the lounge
  • 01:15:30 – Her mother: the first female Labour TD, the Ballymun house, and moving to Finglas in the night
  • 01:17:40 – Other O'Carroll family members and why Brendan didn't find success until his 40s
  • 01:19:00 – Brendan's early struggles: debt, running a pub in Finglas, and finding comedy as a way out
  • 01:20:00 – Brendan's legendary first Late Late Show appearance with Gay Byrne
  • 01:23:00 – What's next for Eilish: The Circle writing group and a trip to Lourdes
  • 01:25:00 – Wrap-up, big shout out to Pat Sullivan, and Joe's promise to have Eilish back on


]]> Joe and Sherin are joined by the brilliant Eilish O'Carroll — best known as the loveable Winnie McGee from the smash-hit Mrs. Brown's Boys — for a hilarious and heartfelt episode 32. Before they even get into the interview, Joe has to come clean about being left standing in the freezing cold at the wrong City West Luas stop while waiting for Eilish to collect him — a mix-up that had been weeks in the making. Once they get past that, the conversation flows beautifully.

Eilish opens up about her journey into theatre, her work directing and mentoring a community women's show, and what it's really like to play Winnie alongside her real-life brother Brendan O'Carroll for over 26 years. She reveals the private backstory she wrote for Winnie in her own head — never shared with Brendan — that helped her stay in character through all the on-screen abuse. She also talks candidly about filming the Mrs. Brown's Boys mini-series while going through chemotherapy, growing up in Finglas and Stoneybatter, her mother's remarkable career as the first female Labour TD, her own one-woman show Do Level of Laugh, and her deep admiration for Brendan's late-bloomer success story. Funny, warm, honest, and full of great craic.

Timecodes:

  • 00:00:00 – Intro / cold open
  • 00:00:10 – Joe welcomes listeners to Episode 32 and introduces Eilish O'Carroll (aka Winnie McGee)
  • 00:01:00 – The mix-up that almost never was: Sherin's scheduling chaos and dual alter egos
  • 00:02:00 – Joe's Luas adventure — wrong City West stop, freezing cold, 30+ minutes waiting
  • 00:05:00 – Eilish finally arrives (kind of) — the full story unravels
  • 00:08:00 – Eilish talks about her ADHD and how she relates to Joe
  • 00:09:00 – The Sister Sheds community show: how it started and how Eilish got roped in
  • 00:11:30 – Directing the women's show, rehearsals in kitchens, and the chaos of putting it together
  • 00:14:25 – The show's standing ovation and Eilish's impact as a director and mentor
  • 00:22:00 – Eilish's theatre background and love of performing
  • 00:35:30 – The chemistry between Eilish and Brendan on stage and the art of reading your scene partner
  • 00:37:30 – Playing Winnie: the private backstory Eilish invented that Brendan never knew about
  • 00:40:30 – What she loves most about Mrs. Brown's Boys and the power of making people laugh
  • 00:41:00 – Filming the mini-series during chemotherapy: flying Glasgow–Dublin and straight back into chemo
  • 00:42:00 – Brendan on Strictly Come Dancing and the real family bonds on the show
  • 00:44:00 – Fan encounters: Australian fans, being "mobbed," and staying grounded despite fame
  • 00:47:00 – Never really feeling "famous" — and why that's a good thing
  • 00:48:30 – How Eilish joined Mrs. Brown's Boys: starting as wardrobe, coming back from England
  • 00:49:20 – Her one-woman show Do Level of Laugh and its personal, emotional content
  • 01:11:35 – Brendan's Christmas routines and life between Dublin and Florida
  • 01:12:10 – Returning to Finglas: community spirit, Coronation Street vibes, and going home on TV
  • 01:14:45 – Emotional visit to the family home and memories of her mother dancing in the lounge
  • 01:15:30 – Her mother: the first female Labour TD, the Ballymun house, and moving to Finglas in the night
  • 01:17:40 – Other O'Carroll family members and why Brendan didn't find success until his 40s
  • 01:19:00 – Brendan's early struggles: debt, running a pub in Finglas, and finding comedy as a way out
  • 01:20:00 – Brendan's legendary first Late Late Show appearance with Gay Byrne
  • 01:23:00 – What's next for Eilish: The Circle writing group and a trip to Lourdes
  • 01:25:00 – Wrap-up, big shout out to Pat Sullivan, and Joe's promise to have Eilish back on


]]> Wed, 20 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 5234 Joe and Sherin are joined by the brilliant Eilish O'Carroll — best known as the loveable Winnie McGee from the smash-hit Mrs. Brown's Boys — for a hilarious and heartfelt episode 32. Before they even get into the interview, Joe has to come clean about being left standing in the freezing cold at the wrong City West Luas stop while waiting for Eilish to collect him — a mix-up that had been weeks in the making. Once they get past that, the conversation flows beautifully.

Eilish opens up about her journey into theatre, her work directing and mentoring a community women's show, and what it's really like to play Winnie alongside her real-life brother Brendan O'Carroll for over 26 years. She reveals the private backstory she wrote for Winnie in her own head — never shared with Brendan — that helped her stay in character through all the on-screen abuse. She also talks candidly about filming the Mrs. Brown's Boys mini-series while going through chemotherapy, growing up in Finglas and Stoneybatter, her mother's remarkable career as the first female Labour TD, her own one-woman show Do Level of Laugh, and her deep admiration for Brendan's late-bloomer success story. Funny, warm, honest, and full of great craic.

Timecodes:

  • 00:00:00 – Intro / cold open
  • 00:00:10 – Joe welcomes listeners to Episode 32 and introduces Eilish O'Carroll (aka Winnie McGee)
  • 00:01:00 – The mix-up that almost never was: Sherin's scheduling chaos and dual alter egos
  • 00:02:00 – Joe's Luas adventure — wrong City West stop, freezing cold, 30+ minutes waiting
  • 00:05:00 – Eilish finally arrives (kind of) — the full story unravels
  • 00:08:00 – Eilish talks about her ADHD and how she relates to Joe
  • 00:09:00 – The Sister Sheds community show: how it started and how Eilish got roped in
  • 00:11:30 – Directing the women's show, rehearsals in kitchens, and the chaos of putting it together
  • 00:14:25 – The show's standing ovation and Eilish's impact as a director and mentor
  • 00:22:00 – Eilish's theatre background and love of performing
  • 00:35:30 – The chemistry between Eilish and Brendan on stage and the art of reading your scene partner
  • 00:37:30 – Playing Winnie: the private backstory Eilish invented that Brendan never knew about
  • 00:40:30 – What she loves most about Mrs. Brown's Boys and the power of making people laugh
  • 00:41:00 – Filming the mini-series during chemotherapy: flying Glasgow–Dublin and straight back into chemo
  • 00:42:00 – Brendan on Strictly Come Dancing and the real family bonds on the show
  • 00:44:00 – Fan encounters: Australian fans, being "mobbed," and staying grounded despite fame
  • 00:47:00 – Never really feeling "famous" — and why that's a good thing
  • 00:48:30 – How Eilish joined Mrs. Brown's Boys: starting as wardrobe, coming back from England
  • 00:49:20 – Her one-woman show Do Level of Laugh and its personal, emotional content
  • 01:11:35 – Brendan's Christmas routines and life between Dublin and Florida
  • 01:12:10 – Returning to Finglas: community spirit, Coronation Street vibes, and going home on TV
  • 01:14:45 – Emotional visit to the family home and memories of her mother dancing in the lounge
  • 01:15:30 – Her mother: the first female Labour TD, the Ballymun house, and moving to Finglas in the night
  • 01:17:40 – Other O'Carroll family members and why Brendan didn't find success until his 40s
  • 01:19:00 – Brendan's early struggles: debt, running a pub in Finglas, and finding comedy as a way out
  • 01:20:00 – Brendan's legendary first Late Late Show appearance with Gay Byrne
  • 01:23:00 – What's next for Eilish: The Circle writing group and a trip to Lourdes
  • 01:25:00 – Wrap-up, big shout out to Pat Sullivan, and Joe's promise to have Eilish back on


]]> No Episode 31 | Adam Burke 31 31 Episode 31 | Adam Burke full e90c20af-960b-4528-a887-c1e5ee98987b https://share.transistor.fm/s/f4a294ed Comedian, Bingo Loco host, and all-round force of nature, Adam Burke. Joe and Sherin sit down with Adam for one of their best episodes yet, covering everything from his wild origins as a pro wrestler (yes, really — Ireland's first heavyweight champion, who trained alongside Finn Bálor and Becky Lynch) to carving out a career in stand-up comedy.

But this one goes well beyond the laughs. Adam opens up about his day job working with Jigsaw, the youth mental health service, and the pair share deeply personal stories about parenting, anxiety, school refusal, and the shrinking safe spaces for young people in Ireland. Sherin shares her own experience getting help for her daughter, and the conversation gets real fast.

There's also a brilliant segment on performing comedy inside Mountjoy Prison — including the legendary moment a supermarket roof joke landed a little too well — plus the full story of how Adam went from small Irish comedy clubs to hosting Bingo Loco in the 3Arena and across the globe.

A funny, honest, and genuinely moving episode. Don't miss it.

Timecodes:

00:00 — Intro & welcoming Adam Burke to the show

00:45 — Banter about hair, waxing, and getting straight to business

02:18 — Adam explains why mental health professionals need to engage with community media and "get their hands dirty"

03:48 — How did Adam get into comedy? It started with pro wrestling

04:01 — Ireland's first heavyweight wrestling champion — training with Finn Bálor & Becky Lynch

06:14 — Why Adam fell out of love with wrestling (injuries, his wife's concern, and chasing something new)

07:44 — The secrets of pro wrestling revealed: blades, blood, and performing as the villain ("the heel")

10:19 — Winning the belt: the crowd stands and applauds the bad guy

11:42 — Six hours of training every Sunday for 7–8 years; sacrificing football for the craft

13:14 — Transition to stand-up comedy and wanting to be one of the nicest people in the game

29:44 — The Echo in Ballymun and the importance of creative spaces for young people

30:31 — The "shrinking social spaces" for youth in Ireland and what adults get wrong

31:51 — Community parks, antisocial behaviour, and how we judge teenagers unfairly

32:10 — Growing up with autonomy and what that privilege means for parenting

33:28 — Helicopter parenting, letting go, and the village mentality that's disappeared

37:42 — Competitive parenting vs. supportive parenting

38:12 — Adam's work with Jigsaw (youth mental health service, ages 12–25)

39:18 — Sherin shares her daughter's experience with anxiety and how Jigsaw helped

40:06 — The gap in mental health supports for children under 12 — a real problem

41:21 — What young people are presenting with most: anxiety, depression, school refusal, body image, ADHD, autism

50:46 — Bingo Loco: how Adam got involved and what makes it unlike anything else

52:34 — How Bingo Loco opened doors — from the same old circuit to the 3Arena and beyond

54:26 — Staying in your lane, gratitude, and not comparing yourself to other comedians

55:49 — Family as the real anchor: meeting his wife Sandra and what really matters

57:18 — The 3Arena gig vs. 13 people at Ha'penny Bridge — every gig is just a gig

59:36 — Mountjoy Prison gig: how it came about through the school of education programme

1:00:42 — The moral question: should comedians entertain prisoners?

1:01:42 — The supermarket roof joke that accidentally called out the guy who actually did it

1:03:09 — Getting stuck behind Enoch Burke's family at the prison gates

1:03:47 — A prisoner recognising Adam's dad, and the surreal moments only Mountjoy can deliver

1:04:34 — The lads shaking hands at the door: the most respectful end to any gig

1:06:05 — Adam eating a full Irish breakfast with the prisoners at 9am (while Joe watched in horror)

1:07:26 — Rival gangs, a warden's warning, and sniffer dog panic

1:11:28 — Wrapping up: well-wishes, genuine compliments, and what's next for Adam

1:12:02 — What's coming up: summer gigs, Bingo Loco, festivals, and a new sketch show in the works

1:12:54 — Sign-off, shout-outs, 

]]> Comedian, Bingo Loco host, and all-round force of nature, Adam Burke. Joe and Sherin sit down with Adam for one of their best episodes yet, covering everything from his wild origins as a pro wrestler (yes, really — Ireland's first heavyweight champion, who trained alongside Finn Bálor and Becky Lynch) to carving out a career in stand-up comedy.

But this one goes well beyond the laughs. Adam opens up about his day job working with Jigsaw, the youth mental health service, and the pair share deeply personal stories about parenting, anxiety, school refusal, and the shrinking safe spaces for young people in Ireland. Sherin shares her own experience getting help for her daughter, and the conversation gets real fast.

There's also a brilliant segment on performing comedy inside Mountjoy Prison — including the legendary moment a supermarket roof joke landed a little too well — plus the full story of how Adam went from small Irish comedy clubs to hosting Bingo Loco in the 3Arena and across the globe.

A funny, honest, and genuinely moving episode. Don't miss it.

Timecodes:

00:00 — Intro & welcoming Adam Burke to the show

00:45 — Banter about hair, waxing, and getting straight to business

02:18 — Adam explains why mental health professionals need to engage with community media and "get their hands dirty"

03:48 — How did Adam get into comedy? It started with pro wrestling

04:01 — Ireland's first heavyweight wrestling champion — training with Finn Bálor & Becky Lynch

06:14 — Why Adam fell out of love with wrestling (injuries, his wife's concern, and chasing something new)

07:44 — The secrets of pro wrestling revealed: blades, blood, and performing as the villain ("the heel")

10:19 — Winning the belt: the crowd stands and applauds the bad guy

11:42 — Six hours of training every Sunday for 7–8 years; sacrificing football for the craft

13:14 — Transition to stand-up comedy and wanting to be one of the nicest people in the game

29:44 — The Echo in Ballymun and the importance of creative spaces for young people

30:31 — The "shrinking social spaces" for youth in Ireland and what adults get wrong

31:51 — Community parks, antisocial behaviour, and how we judge teenagers unfairly

32:10 — Growing up with autonomy and what that privilege means for parenting

33:28 — Helicopter parenting, letting go, and the village mentality that's disappeared

37:42 — Competitive parenting vs. supportive parenting

38:12 — Adam's work with Jigsaw (youth mental health service, ages 12–25)

39:18 — Sherin shares her daughter's experience with anxiety and how Jigsaw helped

40:06 — The gap in mental health supports for children under 12 — a real problem

41:21 — What young people are presenting with most: anxiety, depression, school refusal, body image, ADHD, autism

50:46 — Bingo Loco: how Adam got involved and what makes it unlike anything else

52:34 — How Bingo Loco opened doors — from the same old circuit to the 3Arena and beyond

54:26 — Staying in your lane, gratitude, and not comparing yourself to other comedians

55:49 — Family as the real anchor: meeting his wife Sandra and what really matters

57:18 — The 3Arena gig vs. 13 people at Ha'penny Bridge — every gig is just a gig

59:36 — Mountjoy Prison gig: how it came about through the school of education programme

1:00:42 — The moral question: should comedians entertain prisoners?

1:01:42 — The supermarket roof joke that accidentally called out the guy who actually did it

1:03:09 — Getting stuck behind Enoch Burke's family at the prison gates

1:03:47 — A prisoner recognising Adam's dad, and the surreal moments only Mountjoy can deliver

1:04:34 — The lads shaking hands at the door: the most respectful end to any gig

1:06:05 — Adam eating a full Irish breakfast with the prisoners at 9am (while Joe watched in horror)

1:07:26 — Rival gangs, a warden's warning, and sniffer dog panic

1:11:28 — Wrapping up: well-wishes, genuine compliments, and what's next for Adam

1:12:02 — What's coming up: summer gigs, Bingo Loco, festivals, and a new sketch show in the works

1:12:54 — Sign-off, shout-outs, 

]]> Wed, 13 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 4415 Comedian, Bingo Loco host, and all-round force of nature, Adam Burke. Joe and Sherin sit down with Adam for one of their best episodes yet, covering everything from his wild origins as a pro wrestler (yes, really — Ireland's first heavyweight champion, who trained alongside Finn Bálor and Becky Lynch) to carving out a career in stand-up comedy.

But this one goes well beyond the laughs. Adam opens up about his day job working with Jigsaw, the youth mental health service, and the pair share deeply personal stories about parenting, anxiety, school refusal, and the shrinking safe spaces for young people in Ireland. Sherin shares her own experience getting help for her daughter, and the conversation gets real fast.

There's also a brilliant segment on performing comedy inside Mountjoy Prison — including the legendary moment a supermarket roof joke landed a little too well — plus the full story of how Adam went from small Irish comedy clubs to hosting Bingo Loco in the 3Arena and across the globe.

A funny, honest, and genuinely moving episode. Don't miss it.

Timecodes:

00:00 — Intro & welcoming Adam Burke to the show

00:45 — Banter about hair, waxing, and getting straight to business

02:18 — Adam explains why mental health professionals need to engage with community media and "get their hands dirty"

03:48 — How did Adam get into comedy? It started with pro wrestling

04:01 — Ireland's first heavyweight wrestling champion — training with Finn Bálor & Becky Lynch

06:14 — Why Adam fell out of love with wrestling (injuries, his wife's concern, and chasing something new)

07:44 — The secrets of pro wrestling revealed: blades, blood, and performing as the villain ("the heel")

10:19 — Winning the belt: the crowd stands and applauds the bad guy

11:42 — Six hours of training every Sunday for 7–8 years; sacrificing football for the craft

13:14 — Transition to stand-up comedy and wanting to be one of the nicest people in the game

29:44 — The Echo in Ballymun and the importance of creative spaces for young people

30:31 — The "shrinking social spaces" for youth in Ireland and what adults get wrong

31:51 — Community parks, antisocial behaviour, and how we judge teenagers unfairly

32:10 — Growing up with autonomy and what that privilege means for parenting

33:28 — Helicopter parenting, letting go, and the village mentality that's disappeared

37:42 — Competitive parenting vs. supportive parenting

38:12 — Adam's work with Jigsaw (youth mental health service, ages 12–25)

39:18 — Sherin shares her daughter's experience with anxiety and how Jigsaw helped

40:06 — The gap in mental health supports for children under 12 — a real problem

41:21 — What young people are presenting with most: anxiety, depression, school refusal, body image, ADHD, autism

50:46 — Bingo Loco: how Adam got involved and what makes it unlike anything else

52:34 — How Bingo Loco opened doors — from the same old circuit to the 3Arena and beyond

54:26 — Staying in your lane, gratitude, and not comparing yourself to other comedians

55:49 — Family as the real anchor: meeting his wife Sandra and what really matters

57:18 — The 3Arena gig vs. 13 people at Ha'penny Bridge — every gig is just a gig

59:36 — Mountjoy Prison gig: how it came about through the school of education programme

1:00:42 — The moral question: should comedians entertain prisoners?

1:01:42 — The supermarket roof joke that accidentally called out the guy who actually did it

1:03:09 — Getting stuck behind Enoch Burke's family at the prison gates

1:03:47 — A prisoner recognising Adam's dad, and the surreal moments only Mountjoy can deliver

1:04:34 — The lads shaking hands at the door: the most respectful end to any gig

1:06:05 — Adam eating a full Irish breakfast with the prisoners at 9am (while Joe watched in horror)

1:07:26 — Rival gangs, a warden's warning, and sniffer dog panic

1:11:28 — Wrapping up: well-wishes, genuine compliments, and what's next for Adam

1:12:02 — What's coming up: summer gigs, Bingo Loco, festivals, and a new sketch show in the works

1:12:54 — Sign-off, shout-outs, 

]]> No Episode 30 | Susan Morris 30 30 Episode 30 | Susan Morris full 81c908f8-09ab-4f37-b994-e7e1b013a218 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ad38e171 Susan Morris, paranormal investigator and psychic medium. Susan opens up about how her abilities emerged out of nowhere at 46, just after losing her mother, and the wild journey of going from seeing energy blobs over people's heads to becoming a fully trained medium who has travelled to England's famous "Hogwarts" of mediumship, Stansted College.

Susan gives a live reading to the hosts, explains the difference between psychic and mediumship work, reads auras, and shares some absolutely spine-tingling paranormal investigation stories — including being dragged from a bed by a spirit in France that turned out to be a Nazi soldier.

The conversation also takes a touching and honest turn, with Susan and the hosts speaking openly about grief, losing a parent, and mental health — including suicide — with real compassion and no filter.

Buckle up. This one goes everywhere.

Timecodes:

00:00 — Welcome to episode 31 — introducing Susan Morris, paranormal investigator & psychic medium

00:36 — Susan's story: how her abilities switched on at 46 after her mother passed, while pregnant

01:17 — Seeing energy blobs, doctor visits, brain scans & thinking she was losing her mind

02:37 — Learning to enjoy and lean into the experience

03:55 — Telling her partner — and still getting married after

04:35 — Losing friends and evolving on a different path

05:49 — Finding medium circles "bitchy as hell" and going it alone to Stansted College, England

06:12 — How spirits try to get your attention when your abilities are developing

07:05 — "I'm a sceptic — you're going to have to really show me"

07:50 — Stansted College — the "Hogwarts" of mediumship, locally nicknamed "Spook School"

09:22 — Susan's first solo trip to England — nearly running out the door

10:33 — A day in the life at Stansted — lectures, horses, and getting pushed out of your comfort zone

12:46 — The tutor who kept calling her out in class — and the thank you email she sent a year later

16:33 — Can anyone become a psychic? Breaking down psychic vs. mediumship

18:24 — How Susan tunes in to read someone's aura and what the colours mean

21:15 — The clairs explained: clairvoyance, clairsentience, clairaudience & more

21:53 — Susan gives a live reading to Joe — a dark-haired man behind him holding a precious photograph

23:40 — "Make sure you're spending time with your mother"

23:59 — Reading Sharon's aura — a little green powerhouse pulling in red

25:30 — Jo's big yellow aura — all new journeys and manifestation energy

27:33 — Going public as a medium: "I just rented an office and said — I do this now"

28:52 — What really happens when spirits hug or try to make contact with the living

29:52 — Susan's most powerful experience — feeling her mother sit on the bed and hold her

32:31 — Grief, emotional waves, and the energy drain of psychic work

38:35 — A wave of grief that hit out of nowhere on a normal day in Sandyford

39:30 — Death isn't death — it's just another dimension, another journey

40:41 — What happens to those who die by suicide? A compassionate and honest conversation

44:52 — Grieving while also being gifted — the pain of knowing too much

47:26 — Paranormal investigations — castles, spirit tables and groups of sensitives

49:08 — The Castle in Galway — a shapeshifter, a screaming bathroom incident, and surveillance cameras

52:16 — The spirit table: "it's basically a Ouija board, but I refuse to call it that"

54:04 — The night a spirit tried to drag Susan out of bed in France

56:36 — Researching the area: Nazi camps, a curfew and an angry, earthbound soldier

58:37 — Angelic energy, Archangel Michael, and working with different entities

59:00 — Tarot, a psychic medium on a balcony in Mallorca, and a prediction that came true

01:03:07 — The spirit table in action — Gorilla Glue, dancing spirits and a table leg snapping off

01:07:16 — Do you take calls from people with spirits in their house? Yes — but she screens them first

01:09:17 — The pendulum: anyone can do it, but be very strict with yourself

01:11:20 — Where to find Susan: Lavender Hills Spiritual Connections on Instagram

01:12:02 — Outro — shoutouts, plugs and signing off

]]> Susan Morris, paranormal investigator and psychic medium. Susan opens up about how her abilities emerged out of nowhere at 46, just after losing her mother, and the wild journey of going from seeing energy blobs over people's heads to becoming a fully trained medium who has travelled to England's famous "Hogwarts" of mediumship, Stansted College.

Susan gives a live reading to the hosts, explains the difference between psychic and mediumship work, reads auras, and shares some absolutely spine-tingling paranormal investigation stories — including being dragged from a bed by a spirit in France that turned out to be a Nazi soldier.

The conversation also takes a touching and honest turn, with Susan and the hosts speaking openly about grief, losing a parent, and mental health — including suicide — with real compassion and no filter.

Buckle up. This one goes everywhere.

Timecodes:

00:00 — Welcome to episode 31 — introducing Susan Morris, paranormal investigator & psychic medium

00:36 — Susan's story: how her abilities switched on at 46 after her mother passed, while pregnant

01:17 — Seeing energy blobs, doctor visits, brain scans & thinking she was losing her mind

02:37 — Learning to enjoy and lean into the experience

03:55 — Telling her partner — and still getting married after

04:35 — Losing friends and evolving on a different path

05:49 — Finding medium circles "bitchy as hell" and going it alone to Stansted College, England

06:12 — How spirits try to get your attention when your abilities are developing

07:05 — "I'm a sceptic — you're going to have to really show me"

07:50 — Stansted College — the "Hogwarts" of mediumship, locally nicknamed "Spook School"

09:22 — Susan's first solo trip to England — nearly running out the door

10:33 — A day in the life at Stansted — lectures, horses, and getting pushed out of your comfort zone

12:46 — The tutor who kept calling her out in class — and the thank you email she sent a year later

16:33 — Can anyone become a psychic? Breaking down psychic vs. mediumship

18:24 — How Susan tunes in to read someone's aura and what the colours mean

21:15 — The clairs explained: clairvoyance, clairsentience, clairaudience & more

21:53 — Susan gives a live reading to Joe — a dark-haired man behind him holding a precious photograph

23:40 — "Make sure you're spending time with your mother"

23:59 — Reading Sharon's aura — a little green powerhouse pulling in red

25:30 — Jo's big yellow aura — all new journeys and manifestation energy

27:33 — Going public as a medium: "I just rented an office and said — I do this now"

28:52 — What really happens when spirits hug or try to make contact with the living

29:52 — Susan's most powerful experience — feeling her mother sit on the bed and hold her

32:31 — Grief, emotional waves, and the energy drain of psychic work

38:35 — A wave of grief that hit out of nowhere on a normal day in Sandyford

39:30 — Death isn't death — it's just another dimension, another journey

40:41 — What happens to those who die by suicide? A compassionate and honest conversation

44:52 — Grieving while also being gifted — the pain of knowing too much

47:26 — Paranormal investigations — castles, spirit tables and groups of sensitives

49:08 — The Castle in Galway — a shapeshifter, a screaming bathroom incident, and surveillance cameras

52:16 — The spirit table: "it's basically a Ouija board, but I refuse to call it that"

54:04 — The night a spirit tried to drag Susan out of bed in France

56:36 — Researching the area: Nazi camps, a curfew and an angry, earthbound soldier

58:37 — Angelic energy, Archangel Michael, and working with different entities

59:00 — Tarot, a psychic medium on a balcony in Mallorca, and a prediction that came true

01:03:07 — The spirit table in action — Gorilla Glue, dancing spirits and a table leg snapping off

01:07:16 — Do you take calls from people with spirits in their house? Yes — but she screens them first

01:09:17 — The pendulum: anyone can do it, but be very strict with yourself

01:11:20 — Where to find Susan: Lavender Hills Spiritual Connections on Instagram

01:12:02 — Outro — shoutouts, plugs and signing off

]]> Wed, 06 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 4357 Susan Morris, paranormal investigator and psychic medium. Susan opens up about how her abilities emerged out of nowhere at 46, just after losing her mother, and the wild journey of going from seeing energy blobs over people's heads to becoming a fully trained medium who has travelled to England's famous "Hogwarts" of mediumship, Stansted College.

Susan gives a live reading to the hosts, explains the difference between psychic and mediumship work, reads auras, and shares some absolutely spine-tingling paranormal investigation stories — including being dragged from a bed by a spirit in France that turned out to be a Nazi soldier.

The conversation also takes a touching and honest turn, with Susan and the hosts speaking openly about grief, losing a parent, and mental health — including suicide — with real compassion and no filter.

Buckle up. This one goes everywhere.

Timecodes:

00:00 — Welcome to episode 31 — introducing Susan Morris, paranormal investigator & psychic medium

00:36 — Susan's story: how her abilities switched on at 46 after her mother passed, while pregnant

01:17 — Seeing energy blobs, doctor visits, brain scans & thinking she was losing her mind

02:37 — Learning to enjoy and lean into the experience

03:55 — Telling her partner — and still getting married after

04:35 — Losing friends and evolving on a different path

05:49 — Finding medium circles "bitchy as hell" and going it alone to Stansted College, England

06:12 — How spirits try to get your attention when your abilities are developing

07:05 — "I'm a sceptic — you're going to have to really show me"

07:50 — Stansted College — the "Hogwarts" of mediumship, locally nicknamed "Spook School"

09:22 — Susan's first solo trip to England — nearly running out the door

10:33 — A day in the life at Stansted — lectures, horses, and getting pushed out of your comfort zone

12:46 — The tutor who kept calling her out in class — and the thank you email she sent a year later

16:33 — Can anyone become a psychic? Breaking down psychic vs. mediumship

18:24 — How Susan tunes in to read someone's aura and what the colours mean

21:15 — The clairs explained: clairvoyance, clairsentience, clairaudience & more

21:53 — Susan gives a live reading to Joe — a dark-haired man behind him holding a precious photograph

23:40 — "Make sure you're spending time with your mother"

23:59 — Reading Sharon's aura — a little green powerhouse pulling in red

25:30 — Jo's big yellow aura — all new journeys and manifestation energy

27:33 — Going public as a medium: "I just rented an office and said — I do this now"

28:52 — What really happens when spirits hug or try to make contact with the living

29:52 — Susan's most powerful experience — feeling her mother sit on the bed and hold her

32:31 — Grief, emotional waves, and the energy drain of psychic work

38:35 — A wave of grief that hit out of nowhere on a normal day in Sandyford

39:30 — Death isn't death — it's just another dimension, another journey

40:41 — What happens to those who die by suicide? A compassionate and honest conversation

44:52 — Grieving while also being gifted — the pain of knowing too much

47:26 — Paranormal investigations — castles, spirit tables and groups of sensitives

49:08 — The Castle in Galway — a shapeshifter, a screaming bathroom incident, and surveillance cameras

52:16 — The spirit table: "it's basically a Ouija board, but I refuse to call it that"

54:04 — The night a spirit tried to drag Susan out of bed in France

56:36 — Researching the area: Nazi camps, a curfew and an angry, earthbound soldier

58:37 — Angelic energy, Archangel Michael, and working with different entities

59:00 — Tarot, a psychic medium on a balcony in Mallorca, and a prediction that came true

01:03:07 — The spirit table in action — Gorilla Glue, dancing spirits and a table leg snapping off

01:07:16 — Do you take calls from people with spirits in their house? Yes — but she screens them first

01:09:17 — The pendulum: anyone can do it, but be very strict with yourself

01:11:20 — Where to find Susan: Lavender Hills Spiritual Connections on Instagram

01:12:02 — Outro — shoutouts, plugs and signing off

]]> No Episode 29 | Dean Kenny 29 29 Episode 29 | Dean Kenny full 71f544c4-eedc-4782-93a8-3b6d45736da8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2a9ae335 In Episode 29, Joe and Sherin sit down with the brilliant Dean Kenny — a Dublin man originally from Ballymun who has one of the most raw, honest, and inspiring stories you'll hear. From growing up in the flats of Ballymun and Finglas, to falling deep into cocaine addiction in his teens and twenties, Dean holds nothing back. He opens up about the chaos addiction brought into his life — the paranoia, the broken relationships, the falling off and climbing back on the wagon — and the turning point that changed everything.

Dean is now on an incredible mission — running 5K every single day and raising money for Our Lady's Children's Hospital. With over 700 days of consecutive runs clocked, he talks about how running became his recovery, his mental health lifeline, and his purpose. He also shares the deeply personal story of his son's serious illness and the operation that shook his world, and how that fuelled everything he's doing today.

This one is honest, funny, emotional, and motivating in equal measure. If you're going through something tough or just need a reminder that it's never too late to turn things around — this is the episode for you.


⏱ Timecodes

00:00 | Intro & banter — welcome to Episode 29
01:00 | Introducing Dean Kenny
02:00 | Denture stories & classic craic
05:00 | Getting the full background — where Dean is from
05:40 | Born in 1988 — growing up in Ballymun & Finglas
06:45 | Life in the flats — tight-knit community memories
08:00 | Family life — four kids, relationships
09:00 | The addiction story begins — first experiences with cocaine
10:30 | Addiction escalating — everyday use
11:40 | Leaving school at 16 & deeper into addiction
12:30 | Paranoia, money problems, relationships falling apart
13:10 | Moving to England — trying to escape it all
13:50 | Coming back to Dublin, getting his first apartment
27:20 | Dean's son's illness — the operation and the fear
28:30 | Shout out to the surgeons & the child's mother
29:40 | The 5K a day challenge begins — running for Our Lady's Hospital
30:35 | 714 days in — the numbers don't lie
31:30 | Relapse — falling off the wagon and being honest about it
33:00 | Recovery isn't linear — guilt, shame, and getting back up
34:20 | What "falling off" actually looked like — missed days, letting people down
35:20 | Getting back on track — accountability and the mission
36:10 | Responsibilities as an anchor in recovery
37:00 | Social media accountability — how posting keeps you honest
39:40 | 714 days, 5K a day = raising funds for Our Lady's
48:15 | Rise Above It boxing & the finger snap story 😬
50:00 | Where Dean is now — PT course, lifeguard training, college
52:00 | What keeps Dean in recovery — running & mental health
52:40 | "Recovered" vs "in recovery" — a real honest debate
53:15 | Sherin on manifestation and the Law of Attraction
55:10 | Cold water/sea swimming as part of the routine
57:00 | Advice to anyone struggling — reach out, take accountability
58:30 | Come join a run — Saturday mornings!
01:00:00 | Belfast trip chat & signing off
01:01:50 | Final shoutouts — crew, family, fans & barbers union!

]]> In Episode 29, Joe and Sherin sit down with the brilliant Dean Kenny — a Dublin man originally from Ballymun who has one of the most raw, honest, and inspiring stories you'll hear. From growing up in the flats of Ballymun and Finglas, to falling deep into cocaine addiction in his teens and twenties, Dean holds nothing back. He opens up about the chaos addiction brought into his life — the paranoia, the broken relationships, the falling off and climbing back on the wagon — and the turning point that changed everything.

Dean is now on an incredible mission — running 5K every single day and raising money for Our Lady's Children's Hospital. With over 700 days of consecutive runs clocked, he talks about how running became his recovery, his mental health lifeline, and his purpose. He also shares the deeply personal story of his son's serious illness and the operation that shook his world, and how that fuelled everything he's doing today.

This one is honest, funny, emotional, and motivating in equal measure. If you're going through something tough or just need a reminder that it's never too late to turn things around — this is the episode for you.


⏱ Timecodes

00:00 | Intro & banter — welcome to Episode 29
01:00 | Introducing Dean Kenny
02:00 | Denture stories & classic craic
05:00 | Getting the full background — where Dean is from
05:40 | Born in 1988 — growing up in Ballymun & Finglas
06:45 | Life in the flats — tight-knit community memories
08:00 | Family life — four kids, relationships
09:00 | The addiction story begins — first experiences with cocaine
10:30 | Addiction escalating — everyday use
11:40 | Leaving school at 16 & deeper into addiction
12:30 | Paranoia, money problems, relationships falling apart
13:10 | Moving to England — trying to escape it all
13:50 | Coming back to Dublin, getting his first apartment
27:20 | Dean's son's illness — the operation and the fear
28:30 | Shout out to the surgeons & the child's mother
29:40 | The 5K a day challenge begins — running for Our Lady's Hospital
30:35 | 714 days in — the numbers don't lie
31:30 | Relapse — falling off the wagon and being honest about it
33:00 | Recovery isn't linear — guilt, shame, and getting back up
34:20 | What "falling off" actually looked like — missed days, letting people down
35:20 | Getting back on track — accountability and the mission
36:10 | Responsibilities as an anchor in recovery
37:00 | Social media accountability — how posting keeps you honest
39:40 | 714 days, 5K a day = raising funds for Our Lady's
48:15 | Rise Above It boxing & the finger snap story 😬
50:00 | Where Dean is now — PT course, lifeguard training, college
52:00 | What keeps Dean in recovery — running & mental health
52:40 | "Recovered" vs "in recovery" — a real honest debate
53:15 | Sherin on manifestation and the Law of Attraction
55:10 | Cold water/sea swimming as part of the routine
57:00 | Advice to anyone struggling — reach out, take accountability
58:30 | Come join a run — Saturday mornings!
01:00:00 | Belfast trip chat & signing off
01:01:50 | Final shoutouts — crew, family, fans & barbers union!

]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 3778 In Episode 29, Joe and Sherin sit down with the brilliant Dean Kenny — a Dublin man originally from Ballymun who has one of the most raw, honest, and inspiring stories you'll hear. From growing up in the flats of Ballymun and Finglas, to falling deep into cocaine addiction in his teens and twenties, Dean holds nothing back. He opens up about the chaos addiction brought into his life — the paranoia, the broken relationships, the falling off and climbing back on the wagon — and the turning point that changed everything.

Dean is now on an incredible mission — running 5K every single day and raising money for Our Lady's Children's Hospital. With over 700 days of consecutive runs clocked, he talks about how running became his recovery, his mental health lifeline, and his purpose. He also shares the deeply personal story of his son's serious illness and the operation that shook his world, and how that fuelled everything he's doing today.

This one is honest, funny, emotional, and motivating in equal measure. If you're going through something tough or just need a reminder that it's never too late to turn things around — this is the episode for you.


⏱ Timecodes

00:00 | Intro & banter — welcome to Episode 29
01:00 | Introducing Dean Kenny
02:00 | Denture stories & classic craic
05:00 | Getting the full background — where Dean is from
05:40 | Born in 1988 — growing up in Ballymun & Finglas
06:45 | Life in the flats — tight-knit community memories
08:00 | Family life — four kids, relationships
09:00 | The addiction story begins — first experiences with cocaine
10:30 | Addiction escalating — everyday use
11:40 | Leaving school at 16 & deeper into addiction
12:30 | Paranoia, money problems, relationships falling apart
13:10 | Moving to England — trying to escape it all
13:50 | Coming back to Dublin, getting his first apartment
27:20 | Dean's son's illness — the operation and the fear
28:30 | Shout out to the surgeons & the child's mother
29:40 | The 5K a day challenge begins — running for Our Lady's Hospital
30:35 | 714 days in — the numbers don't lie
31:30 | Relapse — falling off the wagon and being honest about it
33:00 | Recovery isn't linear — guilt, shame, and getting back up
34:20 | What "falling off" actually looked like — missed days, letting people down
35:20 | Getting back on track — accountability and the mission
36:10 | Responsibilities as an anchor in recovery
37:00 | Social media accountability — how posting keeps you honest
39:40 | 714 days, 5K a day = raising funds for Our Lady's
48:15 | Rise Above It boxing & the finger snap story 😬
50:00 | Where Dean is now — PT course, lifeguard training, college
52:00 | What keeps Dean in recovery — running & mental health
52:40 | "Recovered" vs "in recovery" — a real honest debate
53:15 | Sherin on manifestation and the Law of Attraction
55:10 | Cold water/sea swimming as part of the routine
57:00 | Advice to anyone struggling — reach out, take accountability
58:30 | Come join a run — Saturday mornings!
01:00:00 | Belfast trip chat & signing off
01:01:50 | Final shoutouts — crew, family, fans & barbers union!

]]> No Episode 28 | U Havin Us On 28 28 Episode 28 | U Havin Us On full 76ef1893-1304-4264-bfb4-3e7de80fa55e https://share.transistor.fm/s/6a5e0173 Conor and Jeff — the lads from U Havin Us On — join Joe Irish and Sherin as guests for one of the most unhinged episodes yet — car crash stories, dodgy decisions, stand-up comedy chat, and pure Dublin humour throughout.

From robbing a car "for the laugh" to near-death driving stories and the reality of starting out in comedy, this episode swings between madness and genuinely real moments.

Expect dark humour, wild tangents, and zero structure… just how we like it.

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⏱️ TIMECODES
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
00:00 – Podcast kicks off (pure chaos immediately)
00:40 – Joe's mad "car robbery" story
02:30 – Discombobulated chaos & nonsense chat
05:00 – Sponsor shoutout + crash story
06:00 – Nursing home crash incident
08:00 – Car crash stories (it gets worse)
11:30 – Wild teenage crash story (car flips 😳)
15:30 – More crash talk + close calls
17:00 – Emotional story turns dark
20:30 – Back to chaos & random tangents
21:00 – Joe & Sherin background / how they met
24:00 – Starting the podcast journey
25:00 – Stand-up vs podcasting
27:00 – Comedy scene chat (sketches vs stand-up)
33:00 – Guests, comedy influences & favourites
38:00 – Viral moments & wild guest stories
46:00 – Growing the podcast & audience insights
50:00 – Social media strategy & TikTok growth
54:00 – Comedy mindset & different "versions" of yourself

]]> Conor and Jeff — the lads from U Havin Us On — join Joe Irish and Sherin as guests for one of the most unhinged episodes yet — car crash stories, dodgy decisions, stand-up comedy chat, and pure Dublin humour throughout.

From robbing a car "for the laugh" to near-death driving stories and the reality of starting out in comedy, this episode swings between madness and genuinely real moments.

Expect dark humour, wild tangents, and zero structure… just how we like it.

━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
⏱️ TIMECODES
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
00:00 – Podcast kicks off (pure chaos immediately)
00:40 – Joe's mad "car robbery" story
02:30 – Discombobulated chaos & nonsense chat
05:00 – Sponsor shoutout + crash story
06:00 – Nursing home crash incident
08:00 – Car crash stories (it gets worse)
11:30 – Wild teenage crash story (car flips 😳)
15:30 – More crash talk + close calls
17:00 – Emotional story turns dark
20:30 – Back to chaos & random tangents
21:00 – Joe & Sherin background / how they met
24:00 – Starting the podcast journey
25:00 – Stand-up vs podcasting
27:00 – Comedy scene chat (sketches vs stand-up)
33:00 – Guests, comedy influences & favourites
38:00 – Viral moments & wild guest stories
46:00 – Growing the podcast & audience insights
50:00 – Social media strategy & TikTok growth
54:00 – Comedy mindset & different "versions" of yourself

]]> Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 4333 Conor and Jeff — the lads from U Havin Us On — join Joe Irish and Sherin as guests for one of the most unhinged episodes yet — car crash stories, dodgy decisions, stand-up comedy chat, and pure Dublin humour throughout.

From robbing a car "for the laugh" to near-death driving stories and the reality of starting out in comedy, this episode swings between madness and genuinely real moments.

Expect dark humour, wild tangents, and zero structure… just how we like it.

━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
⏱️ TIMECODES
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
00:00 – Podcast kicks off (pure chaos immediately)
00:40 – Joe's mad "car robbery" story
02:30 – Discombobulated chaos & nonsense chat
05:00 – Sponsor shoutout + crash story
06:00 – Nursing home crash incident
08:00 – Car crash stories (it gets worse)
11:30 – Wild teenage crash story (car flips 😳)
15:30 – More crash talk + close calls
17:00 – Emotional story turns dark
20:30 – Back to chaos & random tangents
21:00 – Joe & Sherin background / how they met
24:00 – Starting the podcast journey
25:00 – Stand-up vs podcasting
27:00 – Comedy scene chat (sketches vs stand-up)
33:00 – Guests, comedy influences & favourites
38:00 – Viral moments & wild guest stories
46:00 – Growing the podcast & audience insights
50:00 – Social media strategy & TikTok growth
54:00 – Comedy mindset & different "versions" of yourself

]]> No Unfiltered Banter, Celebrity Stories & Real Talk | Episode 27 27 27 Unfiltered Banter, Celebrity Stories & Real Talk | Episode 27 full d9d2a6ea-a58c-4c33-b198-fc9b7fa64178 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b3918daf From the start, the energy is high with laughs, stories, and excitement about upcoming guests — including a big name from Mrs. Brown’s Boys. The conversation quickly moves into hilarious encounters with celebrities, awkward photo moments, and what it’s really like behind the scenes in entertainment.

Sherin then gets real about confidence, appearance, and the pressure of social media, opening up on how it affects mindset — especially in a world where everything is on camera. The episode blends humor with honesty as the pair dive into podcasting, content creation, and how social media has completely changed the game for comedians and creators.

As things progress, the chat shifts deeper — covering identity, professionalism, and the different “hats” people wear in life. There’s also plenty of raw discussion on current issues, from rising costs and daily stress to media influence and the constant noise of modern life.

It’s funny, real, and unpredictable — a mix of banter, personal insight, and genuine moments that capture exactly what this podcast is all about.

00:00 – Intro & Chaos Opening
High-energy start, jokes, and introduction to Episode 27.

00:10 – Podcast Welcome & Hosts Intro
Welcoming listeners and introducing the crew.

00:35 – Teasing Upcoming Guest
Discussion about a long-awaited guest and excitement around it.

01:00 – Mrs. Brown’s Boys Story
Behind-the-scenes chat about how the show started and its success.

04:00 – Celebrity Encounter Story
Joe shares a story about meeting an actor from a major film/TV production.

06:40 – Networking & Guests
Talking about reaching out to potential guests and growing the podcast.

07:40 – Social Media & Appearance Pressure
Sherin opens up about insecurities, filters, and how podcasts expose reality.

10:40 – Photo Culture & Vanity
Funny discussion about how everyone only checks themselves in group photos.

11:50 – Awkward Selfies with Celebrities
Relatable stories about bad photos with famous people.

13:20 – Meeting Comedians Story
A hilarious story about meeting a well-known comedian and taking photos.

15:30 – VIP Party with Coldplay
Story about attending an exclusive event and phone restrictions.

16:30 – Empowerment Speaking & Career Talk
Sherin talks about her work and public speaking.

17:40 – Comedy Career & Industry Changes
How social media has changed the comedy scene and opportunities.

19:30 – Purpose of the Podcast
Why they moved beyond just comedy guests to broader conversations.

21:00 – Professional vs Personal Identity
Balancing different “roles” in life and being yourself in different spaces.

24:00 – Content Creation Reality
Honest talk about likes, followers, and why people care.

26:00 – Consistency & Growth on Social Media
Challenges of maintaining content while juggling life.

30:00 – Audience Engagement Debate
Discussion about asking people to follow/subscribe.

32:00 – Traffic & Fuel Crisis Talk
Real-life frustrations and current issues affecting daily life.

36:00 – Cost of Living & Taxes
Deep dive into fuel prices and financial pressure.

38:30 – Conspiracies & Media Influence
Debate around news, perception, and “scaremongering.”

42:00 – Mental Health & Avoiding News Overload
Choosing peace over constant negative information.

45:00 – Favourite Podcast Guests
Reflecting on past guests and standout moments.

49:00 – Emotional Guest Story
Discussion about a powerful and emotional previous episode.

51:00 – Future Plans & Podcast Growth
Ideas for improving content, clips, and bringing guests back.

]]> From the start, the energy is high with laughs, stories, and excitement about upcoming guests — including a big name from Mrs. Brown’s Boys. The conversation quickly moves into hilarious encounters with celebrities, awkward photo moments, and what it’s really like behind the scenes in entertainment.

Sherin then gets real about confidence, appearance, and the pressure of social media, opening up on how it affects mindset — especially in a world where everything is on camera. The episode blends humor with honesty as the pair dive into podcasting, content creation, and how social media has completely changed the game for comedians and creators.

As things progress, the chat shifts deeper — covering identity, professionalism, and the different “hats” people wear in life. There’s also plenty of raw discussion on current issues, from rising costs and daily stress to media influence and the constant noise of modern life.

It’s funny, real, and unpredictable — a mix of banter, personal insight, and genuine moments that capture exactly what this podcast is all about.

00:00 – Intro & Chaos Opening
High-energy start, jokes, and introduction to Episode 27.

00:10 – Podcast Welcome & Hosts Intro
Welcoming listeners and introducing the crew.

00:35 – Teasing Upcoming Guest
Discussion about a long-awaited guest and excitement around it.

01:00 – Mrs. Brown’s Boys Story
Behind-the-scenes chat about how the show started and its success.

04:00 – Celebrity Encounter Story
Joe shares a story about meeting an actor from a major film/TV production.

06:40 – Networking & Guests
Talking about reaching out to potential guests and growing the podcast.

07:40 – Social Media & Appearance Pressure
Sherin opens up about insecurities, filters, and how podcasts expose reality.

10:40 – Photo Culture & Vanity
Funny discussion about how everyone only checks themselves in group photos.

11:50 – Awkward Selfies with Celebrities
Relatable stories about bad photos with famous people.

13:20 – Meeting Comedians Story
A hilarious story about meeting a well-known comedian and taking photos.

15:30 – VIP Party with Coldplay
Story about attending an exclusive event and phone restrictions.

16:30 – Empowerment Speaking & Career Talk
Sherin talks about her work and public speaking.

17:40 – Comedy Career & Industry Changes
How social media has changed the comedy scene and opportunities.

19:30 – Purpose of the Podcast
Why they moved beyond just comedy guests to broader conversations.

21:00 – Professional vs Personal Identity
Balancing different “roles” in life and being yourself in different spaces.

24:00 – Content Creation Reality
Honest talk about likes, followers, and why people care.

26:00 – Consistency & Growth on Social Media
Challenges of maintaining content while juggling life.

30:00 – Audience Engagement Debate
Discussion about asking people to follow/subscribe.

32:00 – Traffic & Fuel Crisis Talk
Real-life frustrations and current issues affecting daily life.

36:00 – Cost of Living & Taxes
Deep dive into fuel prices and financial pressure.

38:30 – Conspiracies & Media Influence
Debate around news, perception, and “scaremongering.”

42:00 – Mental Health & Avoiding News Overload
Choosing peace over constant negative information.

45:00 – Favourite Podcast Guests
Reflecting on past guests and standout moments.

49:00 – Emotional Guest Story
Discussion about a powerful and emotional previous episode.

51:00 – Future Plans & Podcast Growth
Ideas for improving content, clips, and bringing guests back.

]]> Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 3906 From the start, the energy is high with laughs, stories, and excitement about upcoming guests — including a big name from Mrs. Brown’s Boys. The conversation quickly moves into hilarious encounters with celebrities, awkward photo moments, and what it’s really like behind the scenes in entertainment.

Sherin then gets real about confidence, appearance, and the pressure of social media, opening up on how it affects mindset — especially in a world where everything is on camera. The episode blends humor with honesty as the pair dive into podcasting, content creation, and how social media has completely changed the game for comedians and creators.

As things progress, the chat shifts deeper — covering identity, professionalism, and the different “hats” people wear in life. There’s also plenty of raw discussion on current issues, from rising costs and daily stress to media influence and the constant noise of modern life.

It’s funny, real, and unpredictable — a mix of banter, personal insight, and genuine moments that capture exactly what this podcast is all about.

00:00 – Intro & Chaos Opening
High-energy start, jokes, and introduction to Episode 27.

00:10 – Podcast Welcome & Hosts Intro
Welcoming listeners and introducing the crew.

00:35 – Teasing Upcoming Guest
Discussion about a long-awaited guest and excitement around it.

01:00 – Mrs. Brown’s Boys Story
Behind-the-scenes chat about how the show started and its success.

04:00 – Celebrity Encounter Story
Joe shares a story about meeting an actor from a major film/TV production.

06:40 – Networking & Guests
Talking about reaching out to potential guests and growing the podcast.

07:40 – Social Media & Appearance Pressure
Sherin opens up about insecurities, filters, and how podcasts expose reality.

10:40 – Photo Culture & Vanity
Funny discussion about how everyone only checks themselves in group photos.

11:50 – Awkward Selfies with Celebrities
Relatable stories about bad photos with famous people.

13:20 – Meeting Comedians Story
A hilarious story about meeting a well-known comedian and taking photos.

15:30 – VIP Party with Coldplay
Story about attending an exclusive event and phone restrictions.

16:30 – Empowerment Speaking & Career Talk
Sherin talks about her work and public speaking.

17:40 – Comedy Career & Industry Changes
How social media has changed the comedy scene and opportunities.

19:30 – Purpose of the Podcast
Why they moved beyond just comedy guests to broader conversations.

21:00 – Professional vs Personal Identity
Balancing different “roles” in life and being yourself in different spaces.

24:00 – Content Creation Reality
Honest talk about likes, followers, and why people care.

26:00 – Consistency & Growth on Social Media
Challenges of maintaining content while juggling life.

30:00 – Audience Engagement Debate
Discussion about asking people to follow/subscribe.

32:00 – Traffic & Fuel Crisis Talk
Real-life frustrations and current issues affecting daily life.

36:00 – Cost of Living & Taxes
Deep dive into fuel prices and financial pressure.

38:30 – Conspiracies & Media Influence
Debate around news, perception, and “scaremongering.”

42:00 – Mental Health & Avoiding News Overload
Choosing peace over constant negative information.

45:00 – Favourite Podcast Guests
Reflecting on past guests and standout moments.

49:00 – Emotional Guest Story
Discussion about a powerful and emotional previous episode.

51:00 – Future Plans & Podcast Growth
Ideas for improving content, clips, and bringing guests back.

]]> No Episode 26 | Matthew Stevens 26 26 Episode 26 | Matthew Stevens full 114a3087-e475-4e05-9a93-ed48a9ad8052 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7bad9c8d In this episode, Joe sits down with shamanic practitioner Matthew Stevens for a deep, raw, and eye-opening conversation about spirituality, healing, and altered states of consciousness.

Matthew shares his personal journey from corporate life and deep grief into the world of shamanism, including powerful experiences with ayahuasca in Ireland and Peru. The lads dive into everything from DMT, mushrooms, and plant medicine to meditation, soul retrieval, and the idea of multiple spiritual realms.

This episode balances curiosity, skepticism, and real-life experience—covering both the potential benefits and serious risks of these practices. It’s a fascinating listen for anyone interested in mental health, spirituality, or exploring consciousness beyond the everyday.

⏱️ Timecodes

00:00 – Intro & Welcome Back
High-energy intro, Joe sets the tone and introduces Episode 26.

00:10 – Meet Matthew Stevens
Introduction to Matthew, his work as a shamanic practitioner, and how Joe discovered him.

01:00 – Joe’s Curiosity About Ayahuasca
Joe talks about learning from YouTube and his fascination with plant medicine.

02:30 – What Ayahuasca Actually Is
Matthew explains ayahuasca, DMT, and how the brew works in the body.

04:00 – Matthew’s Origin Story
Losing both parents, depression, and the start of his spiritual journey.

05:30 – The “Calling” & First Ceremony
How a chance encounter led Matthew to his first ayahuasca experience.

06:45 – First Ayahuasca Experience (Intense Story)
Fear, “splitting,” and being guided through the experience by a shaman.

08:15 – Other Realms Explained
Introduction to shamanic journeying, drumming, and altered states without drugs.

09:30 – Life Transformation After Ayahuasca
How that one experience changed Matthew’s direction completely.

10:30 – Training & Peru Experience
Trips to the Amazon, working with shamans, and differences between traditions.

12:00 – What Is Shamanism Really?
Breaking down misconceptions—spiritual practice vs religion.

13:00 – Do You Need Plant Medicine?
Why most shamans don’t actually rely on psychedelics.

14:00 – The Three Worlds (Shamanic Cosmology)
Middle world, lower world, upper world explained.

16:00 – Joe on Wanting the Experience
Joe opens up about wanting to try ayahuasca himself.

17:30 – Real-Life Transformation Stories
Stories of people healing relationships and addictions through ceremonies.

19:00 – Risks & Warnings
Matthew discusses bad experiences and why guidance is crucial.

20:30 – Different Types of DMT Experiences
Ayahuasca vs smoked DMT vs frog medicine.

22:00 – Set, Setting & Safety
Why environment and intention matter massively.

23:30 – Meditation & Daily Practice
How meditation can reach similar states over time.

25:00 – Stress, Health & Modern Life
Discussion on stress, illness, and disconnect from nature.

27:00 – Matthew’s Background
Growing up in Ballyfermot, early spiritual experiences as a child.

29:00 – Corporate Life vs Spiritual Calling
Balancing a pharma career with shamanic work.

30:00 – Leaving the Job & Taking the Leap
Matthew opens up about walking away from corporate life.

31:30 – Why More People Are Getting Sick
Stress, diet, modern lifestyle discussion.

33:00 – Psychedelics & Society
Why substances like LSD were suppressed historically.

35:00 – Death, DMT & the Afterlife Concept
Deep discussion on death, consciousness, and crossing over.

37:00 – Shared DMT Experiences
Why so many people report seeing the same entities.

40:00 – Retreats & Real-Life Practice
What actually happens on Matthew’s retreats.

41:30 – Shamanic Tools (Hapé Explained)
Breakdown of the tobacco snuff and how it’s used.

44:00 – Soul Retrieval Explained
One of the most powerful concepts—recovering lost parts of yourself.

47:30 – Healing, Grief & Letting Go
Emotional healing and processing trauma.

48:30+ – Death, Dying & Spiritual Support
Working with people at end-of-life and emotional closure.

]]> In this episode, Joe sits down with shamanic practitioner Matthew Stevens for a deep, raw, and eye-opening conversation about spirituality, healing, and altered states of consciousness.

Matthew shares his personal journey from corporate life and deep grief into the world of shamanism, including powerful experiences with ayahuasca in Ireland and Peru. The lads dive into everything from DMT, mushrooms, and plant medicine to meditation, soul retrieval, and the idea of multiple spiritual realms.

This episode balances curiosity, skepticism, and real-life experience—covering both the potential benefits and serious risks of these practices. It’s a fascinating listen for anyone interested in mental health, spirituality, or exploring consciousness beyond the everyday.

⏱️ Timecodes

00:00 – Intro & Welcome Back
High-energy intro, Joe sets the tone and introduces Episode 26.

00:10 – Meet Matthew Stevens
Introduction to Matthew, his work as a shamanic practitioner, and how Joe discovered him.

01:00 – Joe’s Curiosity About Ayahuasca
Joe talks about learning from YouTube and his fascination with plant medicine.

02:30 – What Ayahuasca Actually Is
Matthew explains ayahuasca, DMT, and how the brew works in the body.

04:00 – Matthew’s Origin Story
Losing both parents, depression, and the start of his spiritual journey.

05:30 – The “Calling” & First Ceremony
How a chance encounter led Matthew to his first ayahuasca experience.

06:45 – First Ayahuasca Experience (Intense Story)
Fear, “splitting,” and being guided through the experience by a shaman.

08:15 – Other Realms Explained
Introduction to shamanic journeying, drumming, and altered states without drugs.

09:30 – Life Transformation After Ayahuasca
How that one experience changed Matthew’s direction completely.

10:30 – Training & Peru Experience
Trips to the Amazon, working with shamans, and differences between traditions.

12:00 – What Is Shamanism Really?
Breaking down misconceptions—spiritual practice vs religion.

13:00 – Do You Need Plant Medicine?
Why most shamans don’t actually rely on psychedelics.

14:00 – The Three Worlds (Shamanic Cosmology)
Middle world, lower world, upper world explained.

16:00 – Joe on Wanting the Experience
Joe opens up about wanting to try ayahuasca himself.

17:30 – Real-Life Transformation Stories
Stories of people healing relationships and addictions through ceremonies.

19:00 – Risks & Warnings
Matthew discusses bad experiences and why guidance is crucial.

20:30 – Different Types of DMT Experiences
Ayahuasca vs smoked DMT vs frog medicine.

22:00 – Set, Setting & Safety
Why environment and intention matter massively.

23:30 – Meditation & Daily Practice
How meditation can reach similar states over time.

25:00 – Stress, Health & Modern Life
Discussion on stress, illness, and disconnect from nature.

27:00 – Matthew’s Background
Growing up in Ballyfermot, early spiritual experiences as a child.

29:00 – Corporate Life vs Spiritual Calling
Balancing a pharma career with shamanic work.

30:00 – Leaving the Job & Taking the Leap
Matthew opens up about walking away from corporate life.

31:30 – Why More People Are Getting Sick
Stress, diet, modern lifestyle discussion.

33:00 – Psychedelics & Society
Why substances like LSD were suppressed historically.

35:00 – Death, DMT & the Afterlife Concept
Deep discussion on death, consciousness, and crossing over.

37:00 – Shared DMT Experiences
Why so many people report seeing the same entities.

40:00 – Retreats & Real-Life Practice
What actually happens on Matthew’s retreats.

41:30 – Shamanic Tools (Hapé Explained)
Breakdown of the tobacco snuff and how it’s used.

44:00 – Soul Retrieval Explained
One of the most powerful concepts—recovering lost parts of yourself.

47:30 – Healing, Grief & Letting Go
Emotional healing and processing trauma.

48:30+ – Death, Dying & Spiritual Support
Working with people at end-of-life and emotional closure.

]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 4044 In this episode, Joe sits down with shamanic practitioner Matthew Stevens for a deep, raw, and eye-opening conversation about spirituality, healing, and altered states of consciousness.

Matthew shares his personal journey from corporate life and deep grief into the world of shamanism, including powerful experiences with ayahuasca in Ireland and Peru. The lads dive into everything from DMT, mushrooms, and plant medicine to meditation, soul retrieval, and the idea of multiple spiritual realms.

This episode balances curiosity, skepticism, and real-life experience—covering both the potential benefits and serious risks of these practices. It’s a fascinating listen for anyone interested in mental health, spirituality, or exploring consciousness beyond the everyday.

⏱️ Timecodes

00:00 – Intro & Welcome Back
High-energy intro, Joe sets the tone and introduces Episode 26.

00:10 – Meet Matthew Stevens
Introduction to Matthew, his work as a shamanic practitioner, and how Joe discovered him.

01:00 – Joe’s Curiosity About Ayahuasca
Joe talks about learning from YouTube and his fascination with plant medicine.

02:30 – What Ayahuasca Actually Is
Matthew explains ayahuasca, DMT, and how the brew works in the body.

04:00 – Matthew’s Origin Story
Losing both parents, depression, and the start of his spiritual journey.

05:30 – The “Calling” & First Ceremony
How a chance encounter led Matthew to his first ayahuasca experience.

06:45 – First Ayahuasca Experience (Intense Story)
Fear, “splitting,” and being guided through the experience by a shaman.

08:15 – Other Realms Explained
Introduction to shamanic journeying, drumming, and altered states without drugs.

09:30 – Life Transformation After Ayahuasca
How that one experience changed Matthew’s direction completely.

10:30 – Training & Peru Experience
Trips to the Amazon, working with shamans, and differences between traditions.

12:00 – What Is Shamanism Really?
Breaking down misconceptions—spiritual practice vs religion.

13:00 – Do You Need Plant Medicine?
Why most shamans don’t actually rely on psychedelics.

14:00 – The Three Worlds (Shamanic Cosmology)
Middle world, lower world, upper world explained.

16:00 – Joe on Wanting the Experience
Joe opens up about wanting to try ayahuasca himself.

17:30 – Real-Life Transformation Stories
Stories of people healing relationships and addictions through ceremonies.

19:00 – Risks & Warnings
Matthew discusses bad experiences and why guidance is crucial.

20:30 – Different Types of DMT Experiences
Ayahuasca vs smoked DMT vs frog medicine.

22:00 – Set, Setting & Safety
Why environment and intention matter massively.

23:30 – Meditation & Daily Practice
How meditation can reach similar states over time.

25:00 – Stress, Health & Modern Life
Discussion on stress, illness, and disconnect from nature.

27:00 – Matthew’s Background
Growing up in Ballyfermot, early spiritual experiences as a child.

29:00 – Corporate Life vs Spiritual Calling
Balancing a pharma career with shamanic work.

30:00 – Leaving the Job & Taking the Leap
Matthew opens up about walking away from corporate life.

31:30 – Why More People Are Getting Sick
Stress, diet, modern lifestyle discussion.

33:00 – Psychedelics & Society
Why substances like LSD were suppressed historically.

35:00 – Death, DMT & the Afterlife Concept
Deep discussion on death, consciousness, and crossing over.

37:00 – Shared DMT Experiences
Why so many people report seeing the same entities.

40:00 – Retreats & Real-Life Practice
What actually happens on Matthew’s retreats.

41:30 – Shamanic Tools (Hapé Explained)
Breakdown of the tobacco snuff and how it’s used.

44:00 – Soul Retrieval Explained
One of the most powerful concepts—recovering lost parts of yourself.

47:30 – Healing, Grief & Letting Go
Emotional healing and processing trauma.

48:30+ – Death, Dying & Spiritual Support
Working with people at end-of-life and emotional closure.

]]> No Episode 25 | Shane Mcarthy 25 25 Episode 25 | Shane Mcarthy full 7e5b6b3f-7a29-41c6-99c0-d9bf6b394fd9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b4dbdb20
🎙️ Joe Irish & Shirin Podcast — Episode Description

Guest: Shane McCarty aka "takelife.back"

In this brilliant first episode of the Joe Irish and Shirin podcast, the lads are joined by the one and only Shane McCarty — better known as the takelife.back — for a rollercoaster of a chat that goes from hair transplants and toupees to heartbreaking stories of the care system, addiction, loss, and community advocacy. Shane opens up like never before, sharing raw, emotional and at times hilarious stories from his life. This one has it all — laughs, tears, and real talk. Don't miss it.


⏱️ Timecodes

00:00 — Welcome to the Joe Irish & Shirin Podcast! Introducing special guest Shane McCarty aka "takelife.back"

01:30 — Hair chat begins — Joe's hair transplant, Shane's toupee ("hair replacement system"), and the lads comparing their follicle journeys

05:00 — Shane's toupee revealed: what it is, how it works, and why it looks so good ("20 years younger!")

08:00 — The feedback and trolls after going public with the hair system; why Shane did it

10:30 — Joe talks about his own hair transplant and the reaction from people around him

11:20 — Mushrooms, mental health, and medicinal conversations — Joe opens up about struggling with anxiety before the podcast

13:00 — Shane talks about his work with the Red Door Project and how he found a way out of the cycle of drink and drugs

16:00 — Shane's proposal story: getting down on one knee in Bosnia (hungover!) and the video that only caught the last two seconds

24:00 — Shane & Shirin discuss what it means for men to speak openly about trauma — and why it matters

28:00 — The care system: Shane shares he went into a boys' home at 15, the last stop after foster homes didn't work out

31:00 — The heartbreaking moment Shane found out his sister had passed while he was in care — and the fear that he might have the same illness

34:00 — Shane on turning pain into power: why he speaks out and what keeps him going

35:00 — Generational trauma, coping mechanisms, and creating an "alternative reality" to survive

36:00 — Shane talks about his mother and forgiving without always getting answers

38:00 — Life inside the boys' home: the abuse, the punishments, sitting upright for hours, and standing up to authority as a teenager

41:00 — The school incident: being grabbed by the throat in front of his entire class and told to say he fell down the stairs

49:00 — Shane's relationship with his dad and visiting him in the nursing home in later years

54:00 — Community, politics, and why people from disadvantaged backgrounds make the best advocates for change

56:00 — Could Shane run for councillor? The lads debate politics and accountability in government

57:00 — What is Shane's vision? His dream of an aftercare project for young adults leaving the care system

59:30 — The lack of community and role models in today's society vs. growing up on the streets with neighbours looking out for each other

01:01:30 — Respect, devilment, and the difference between generations — Shane gets emotional reflecting on how far he's come

01:03:00 — Wrapping up: Shane reflects on his mental health journey and what he's achieved against all the odds

01:04:10 — Shoutouts, future plans for the podcast, and a mention of their first sponsor Sister Sheds 🎉

01:07:15 — Follow Shane! Find him as "Take Back Your Life" on Instagram and TikTok

01:08:40 — Sign off with co-host Jamie and a big thank you from the whole crew

]]>
🎙️ Joe Irish & Shirin Podcast — Episode Description

Guest: Shane McCarty aka "takelife.back"

In this brilliant first episode of the Joe Irish and Shirin podcast, the lads are joined by the one and only Shane McCarty — better known as the takelife.back — for a rollercoaster of a chat that goes from hair transplants and toupees to heartbreaking stories of the care system, addiction, loss, and community advocacy. Shane opens up like never before, sharing raw, emotional and at times hilarious stories from his life. This one has it all — laughs, tears, and real talk. Don't miss it.


⏱️ Timecodes

00:00 — Welcome to the Joe Irish & Shirin Podcast! Introducing special guest Shane McCarty aka "takelife.back"

01:30 — Hair chat begins — Joe's hair transplant, Shane's toupee ("hair replacement system"), and the lads comparing their follicle journeys

05:00 — Shane's toupee revealed: what it is, how it works, and why it looks so good ("20 years younger!")

08:00 — The feedback and trolls after going public with the hair system; why Shane did it

10:30 — Joe talks about his own hair transplant and the reaction from people around him

11:20 — Mushrooms, mental health, and medicinal conversations — Joe opens up about struggling with anxiety before the podcast

13:00 — Shane talks about his work with the Red Door Project and how he found a way out of the cycle of drink and drugs

16:00 — Shane's proposal story: getting down on one knee in Bosnia (hungover!) and the video that only caught the last two seconds

24:00 — Shane & Shirin discuss what it means for men to speak openly about trauma — and why it matters

28:00 — The care system: Shane shares he went into a boys' home at 15, the last stop after foster homes didn't work out

31:00 — The heartbreaking moment Shane found out his sister had passed while he was in care — and the fear that he might have the same illness

34:00 — Shane on turning pain into power: why he speaks out and what keeps him going

35:00 — Generational trauma, coping mechanisms, and creating an "alternative reality" to survive

36:00 — Shane talks about his mother and forgiving without always getting answers

38:00 — Life inside the boys' home: the abuse, the punishments, sitting upright for hours, and standing up to authority as a teenager

41:00 — The school incident: being grabbed by the throat in front of his entire class and told to say he fell down the stairs

49:00 — Shane's relationship with his dad and visiting him in the nursing home in later years

54:00 — Community, politics, and why people from disadvantaged backgrounds make the best advocates for change

56:00 — Could Shane run for councillor? The lads debate politics and accountability in government

57:00 — What is Shane's vision? His dream of an aftercare project for young adults leaving the care system

59:30 — The lack of community and role models in today's society vs. growing up on the streets with neighbours looking out for each other

01:01:30 — Respect, devilment, and the difference between generations — Shane gets emotional reflecting on how far he's come

01:03:00 — Wrapping up: Shane reflects on his mental health journey and what he's achieved against all the odds

01:04:10 — Shoutouts, future plans for the podcast, and a mention of their first sponsor Sister Sheds 🎉

01:07:15 — Follow Shane! Find him as "Take Back Your Life" on Instagram and TikTok

01:08:40 — Sign off with co-host Jamie and a big thank you from the whole crew

]]> Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 4125
🎙️ Joe Irish & Shirin Podcast — Episode Description

Guest: Shane McCarty aka "takelife.back"

In this brilliant first episode of the Joe Irish and Shirin podcast, the lads are joined by the one and only Shane McCarty — better known as the takelife.back — for a rollercoaster of a chat that goes from hair transplants and toupees to heartbreaking stories of the care system, addiction, loss, and community advocacy. Shane opens up like never before, sharing raw, emotional and at times hilarious stories from his life. This one has it all — laughs, tears, and real talk. Don't miss it.


⏱️ Timecodes

00:00 — Welcome to the Joe Irish & Shirin Podcast! Introducing special guest Shane McCarty aka "takelife.back"

01:30 — Hair chat begins — Joe's hair transplant, Shane's toupee ("hair replacement system"), and the lads comparing their follicle journeys

05:00 — Shane's toupee revealed: what it is, how it works, and why it looks so good ("20 years younger!")

08:00 — The feedback and trolls after going public with the hair system; why Shane did it

10:30 — Joe talks about his own hair transplant and the reaction from people around him

11:20 — Mushrooms, mental health, and medicinal conversations — Joe opens up about struggling with anxiety before the podcast

13:00 — Shane talks about his work with the Red Door Project and how he found a way out of the cycle of drink and drugs

16:00 — Shane's proposal story: getting down on one knee in Bosnia (hungover!) and the video that only caught the last two seconds

24:00 — Shane & Shirin discuss what it means for men to speak openly about trauma — and why it matters

28:00 — The care system: Shane shares he went into a boys' home at 15, the last stop after foster homes didn't work out

31:00 — The heartbreaking moment Shane found out his sister had passed while he was in care — and the fear that he might have the same illness

34:00 — Shane on turning pain into power: why he speaks out and what keeps him going

35:00 — Generational trauma, coping mechanisms, and creating an "alternative reality" to survive

36:00 — Shane talks about his mother and forgiving without always getting answers

38:00 — Life inside the boys' home: the abuse, the punishments, sitting upright for hours, and standing up to authority as a teenager

41:00 — The school incident: being grabbed by the throat in front of his entire class and told to say he fell down the stairs

49:00 — Shane's relationship with his dad and visiting him in the nursing home in later years

54:00 — Community, politics, and why people from disadvantaged backgrounds make the best advocates for change

56:00 — Could Shane run for councillor? The lads debate politics and accountability in government

57:00 — What is Shane's vision? His dream of an aftercare project for young adults leaving the care system

59:30 — The lack of community and role models in today's society vs. growing up on the streets with neighbours looking out for each other

01:01:30 — Respect, devilment, and the difference between generations — Shane gets emotional reflecting on how far he's come

01:03:00 — Wrapping up: Shane reflects on his mental health journey and what he's achieved against all the odds

01:04:10 — Shoutouts, future plans for the podcast, and a mention of their first sponsor Sister Sheds 🎉

01:07:15 — Follow Shane! Find him as "Take Back Your Life" on Instagram and TikTok

01:08:40 — Sign off with co-host Jamie and a big thank you from the whole crew

]]> No Episode 24 | Stephen Cowboy Kelly 24 24 Episode 24 | Stephen Cowboy Kelly full f5e0c940-777e-4d94-89b0-43a05611d81c https://share.transistor.fm/s/633823c7 In this episode of the Joe Irish Podcast, Joe sits down with comedian and content creator Stephen “Cowboy” Kelly for a hilarious and honest conversation about comedy, social media fame, controversy, and life behind the camera.

Stephen shares the story of how Three Bucks Left started, his connection to the cult Irish series The Hardy Bucks, and how his viral “creamy pints” videos took off online. He talks about dealing with social media backlash, navigating cancel culture, and why sometimes the best response to controversy is to stand your ground.

They also dive into touring internationally, appearing on reality TV, performing comedy across the world, and Stephen’s charity marathon challenges supporting mental health and community causes.

From comedy and politics to Irish culture and viral content, this episode is packed with laughs, stories from the road, and a real look at the life of one of Ireland’s most talked-about online comedians.

Timecodes

00:00 – Podcast intro
 00:10 – Welcoming Stephen “Cowboy” Kelly
 01:50 – The story behind Three Bucks Left
03:10 – Moving on from The Hardy Bucks
04:30 – Irish influencers and online creators
06:00 – Viral videos and social media controversies
07:20 – Handling backlash online
08:40 – Refusing to apologise and doubling down
10:00 – Starting a podcast and creating content
11:30 – Viral comedy sketches and audience reactions
12:00 – The “Dry January” viral video
13:20 – Family life and kids
14:00 – Appearing on Dinner With The Enemy
16:00 – Reality TV debates and controversial moments
18:00 – Comedy boundaries and offending people
19:00 – The challenge of filming content regularly
20:00 – How the “Creamy Pints” series started
21:00 – Going viral internationally
22:00 – Guinness jokes and Irish humour
23:00 – Talking politics and world events
25:00 – Social media and attention spans
26:00 – Touring and live comedy shows
27:00 – The origin of “French Toast”
28:00 – The early days of The Hardy Bucks
30:00 – Working in TV vs online content
31:00 – Theatre acting and stage performances
32:00 – Comedy tours and hair transplant jokes
34:00 – Travel stories from gigs abroad
35:00 – Marathon training and running challenges
36:00 – Charity runs and fundraising
37:00 – Supporting mental health charities
39:00 – Healthcare struggles in Ireland
41:00 – Running across Ireland and the Wild Atlantic Way
44:00 – Irish tourism and hidden gems
45:00 – Travelling the world as a comedian
47:00 – Performing in Australia and the US
49:00 – Politics and public opinion
50:00 – Running for politics?
51:00 – Comedy around the world
52:00 – Conspiracy theories and random debates

]]> In this episode of the Joe Irish Podcast, Joe sits down with comedian and content creator Stephen “Cowboy” Kelly for a hilarious and honest conversation about comedy, social media fame, controversy, and life behind the camera.

Stephen shares the story of how Three Bucks Left started, his connection to the cult Irish series The Hardy Bucks, and how his viral “creamy pints” videos took off online. He talks about dealing with social media backlash, navigating cancel culture, and why sometimes the best response to controversy is to stand your ground.

They also dive into touring internationally, appearing on reality TV, performing comedy across the world, and Stephen’s charity marathon challenges supporting mental health and community causes.

From comedy and politics to Irish culture and viral content, this episode is packed with laughs, stories from the road, and a real look at the life of one of Ireland’s most talked-about online comedians.

Timecodes

00:00 – Podcast intro
 00:10 – Welcoming Stephen “Cowboy” Kelly
 01:50 – The story behind Three Bucks Left
03:10 – Moving on from The Hardy Bucks
04:30 – Irish influencers and online creators
06:00 – Viral videos and social media controversies
07:20 – Handling backlash online
08:40 – Refusing to apologise and doubling down
10:00 – Starting a podcast and creating content
11:30 – Viral comedy sketches and audience reactions
12:00 – The “Dry January” viral video
13:20 – Family life and kids
14:00 – Appearing on Dinner With The Enemy
16:00 – Reality TV debates and controversial moments
18:00 – Comedy boundaries and offending people
19:00 – The challenge of filming content regularly
20:00 – How the “Creamy Pints” series started
21:00 – Going viral internationally
22:00 – Guinness jokes and Irish humour
23:00 – Talking politics and world events
25:00 – Social media and attention spans
26:00 – Touring and live comedy shows
27:00 – The origin of “French Toast”
28:00 – The early days of The Hardy Bucks
30:00 – Working in TV vs online content
31:00 – Theatre acting and stage performances
32:00 – Comedy tours and hair transplant jokes
34:00 – Travel stories from gigs abroad
35:00 – Marathon training and running challenges
36:00 – Charity runs and fundraising
37:00 – Supporting mental health charities
39:00 – Healthcare struggles in Ireland
41:00 – Running across Ireland and the Wild Atlantic Way
44:00 – Irish tourism and hidden gems
45:00 – Travelling the world as a comedian
47:00 – Performing in Australia and the US
49:00 – Politics and public opinion
50:00 – Running for politics?
51:00 – Comedy around the world
52:00 – Conspiracy theories and random debates

]]> Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 3420 In this episode of the Joe Irish Podcast, Joe sits down with comedian and content creator Stephen “Cowboy” Kelly for a hilarious and honest conversation about comedy, social media fame, controversy, and life behind the camera.

Stephen shares the story of how Three Bucks Left started, his connection to the cult Irish series The Hardy Bucks, and how his viral “creamy pints” videos took off online. He talks about dealing with social media backlash, navigating cancel culture, and why sometimes the best response to controversy is to stand your ground.

They also dive into touring internationally, appearing on reality TV, performing comedy across the world, and Stephen’s charity marathon challenges supporting mental health and community causes.

From comedy and politics to Irish culture and viral content, this episode is packed with laughs, stories from the road, and a real look at the life of one of Ireland’s most talked-about online comedians.

Timecodes

00:00 – Podcast intro
 00:10 – Welcoming Stephen “Cowboy” Kelly
 01:50 – The story behind Three Bucks Left
03:10 – Moving on from The Hardy Bucks
04:30 – Irish influencers and online creators
06:00 – Viral videos and social media controversies
07:20 – Handling backlash online
08:40 – Refusing to apologise and doubling down
10:00 – Starting a podcast and creating content
11:30 – Viral comedy sketches and audience reactions
12:00 – The “Dry January” viral video
13:20 – Family life and kids
14:00 – Appearing on Dinner With The Enemy
16:00 – Reality TV debates and controversial moments
18:00 – Comedy boundaries and offending people
19:00 – The challenge of filming content regularly
20:00 – How the “Creamy Pints” series started
21:00 – Going viral internationally
22:00 – Guinness jokes and Irish humour
23:00 – Talking politics and world events
25:00 – Social media and attention spans
26:00 – Touring and live comedy shows
27:00 – The origin of “French Toast”
28:00 – The early days of The Hardy Bucks
30:00 – Working in TV vs online content
31:00 – Theatre acting and stage performances
32:00 – Comedy tours and hair transplant jokes
34:00 – Travel stories from gigs abroad
35:00 – Marathon training and running challenges
36:00 – Charity runs and fundraising
37:00 – Supporting mental health charities
39:00 – Healthcare struggles in Ireland
41:00 – Running across Ireland and the Wild Atlantic Way
44:00 – Irish tourism and hidden gems
45:00 – Travelling the world as a comedian
47:00 – Performing in Australia and the US
49:00 – Politics and public opinion
50:00 – Running for politics?
51:00 – Comedy around the world
52:00 – Conspiracy theories and random debates

]]> No Episode 23 | Al Gibbs 23 23 Episode 23 | Al Gibbs full 0f89db63-94f2-45de-bcba-a8816c8f1765 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6d9d031e This week on the Joe Irish Podcast, Joe sits down with legendary Irish DJ and radio presenter Al Gibbs for a brilliantly chaotic, funny, and inspiring conversation.

From pirate radio days to prime-time slots, from carrying crates of vinyl to playing alongside global dance icons, Al opens up about his journey through decades in the music industry. He shares behind-the-scenes radio stories, festival moments, Ibiza memories, and how a brutal hangover sparked the creation of his electrolyte drink brand, Electro Wave.

The episode also dives into cancel culture, generational differences in comedy, balancing family life with a demanding career, DJing in the digital era, and what it really takes to stay relevant in an ever-changing industry.

Expect nostalgia, motivation, laugh-out-loud stories, and plenty of classic Joe & Al banter.

⏱️ Timecodes

00:00 – Chaotic intro & calendar confusion
01:07 – Sleep struggles & hair transplant chat
02:07 – Remote working & escaping Ireland for a month
03:21 – Balancing gigs, radio & family life
04:54 – “Am I being kidnapped?” – arriving at the studio
07:11 – Cancel culture & comedy in 2025
10:21 – The Ibiza hangover that led to Electro Wave
12:22 – Creating an electrolyte drink from scratch
14:30 – Retail deals, festivals & scaling the brand
16:29 – DJ Academy & mentoring beginners
19:43 – Vinyl vs USB: how DJing has changed
21:36 – How live radio actually works behind the scenes
26:05 – Playing alongside Roger Sanchez
27:24 – Space Ibiza memories & dance music legacy
30:27 – Fame, guest lists & industry politics
35:05 – Winning Young Entrepreneur at 16
36:00 – Pirate radio beginnings
38:18 – Prime-time radio & longevity in broadcasting
40:03 – Finding your “radio voice”
44:02 – Festival season plans & Beyond The Pale

]]> This week on the Joe Irish Podcast, Joe sits down with legendary Irish DJ and radio presenter Al Gibbs for a brilliantly chaotic, funny, and inspiring conversation.

From pirate radio days to prime-time slots, from carrying crates of vinyl to playing alongside global dance icons, Al opens up about his journey through decades in the music industry. He shares behind-the-scenes radio stories, festival moments, Ibiza memories, and how a brutal hangover sparked the creation of his electrolyte drink brand, Electro Wave.

The episode also dives into cancel culture, generational differences in comedy, balancing family life with a demanding career, DJing in the digital era, and what it really takes to stay relevant in an ever-changing industry.

Expect nostalgia, motivation, laugh-out-loud stories, and plenty of classic Joe & Al banter.

⏱️ Timecodes

00:00 – Chaotic intro & calendar confusion
01:07 – Sleep struggles & hair transplant chat
02:07 – Remote working & escaping Ireland for a month
03:21 – Balancing gigs, radio & family life
04:54 – “Am I being kidnapped?” – arriving at the studio
07:11 – Cancel culture & comedy in 2025
10:21 – The Ibiza hangover that led to Electro Wave
12:22 – Creating an electrolyte drink from scratch
14:30 – Retail deals, festivals & scaling the brand
16:29 – DJ Academy & mentoring beginners
19:43 – Vinyl vs USB: how DJing has changed
21:36 – How live radio actually works behind the scenes
26:05 – Playing alongside Roger Sanchez
27:24 – Space Ibiza memories & dance music legacy
30:27 – Fame, guest lists & industry politics
35:05 – Winning Young Entrepreneur at 16
36:00 – Pirate radio beginnings
38:18 – Prime-time radio & longevity in broadcasting
40:03 – Finding your “radio voice”
44:02 – Festival season plans & Beyond The Pale

]]> Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 3783 This week on the Joe Irish Podcast, Joe sits down with legendary Irish DJ and radio presenter Al Gibbs for a brilliantly chaotic, funny, and inspiring conversation.

From pirate radio days to prime-time slots, from carrying crates of vinyl to playing alongside global dance icons, Al opens up about his journey through decades in the music industry. He shares behind-the-scenes radio stories, festival moments, Ibiza memories, and how a brutal hangover sparked the creation of his electrolyte drink brand, Electro Wave.

The episode also dives into cancel culture, generational differences in comedy, balancing family life with a demanding career, DJing in the digital era, and what it really takes to stay relevant in an ever-changing industry.

Expect nostalgia, motivation, laugh-out-loud stories, and plenty of classic Joe & Al banter.

⏱️ Timecodes

00:00 – Chaotic intro & calendar confusion
01:07 – Sleep struggles & hair transplant chat
02:07 – Remote working & escaping Ireland for a month
03:21 – Balancing gigs, radio & family life
04:54 – “Am I being kidnapped?” – arriving at the studio
07:11 – Cancel culture & comedy in 2025
10:21 – The Ibiza hangover that led to Electro Wave
12:22 – Creating an electrolyte drink from scratch
14:30 – Retail deals, festivals & scaling the brand
16:29 – DJ Academy & mentoring beginners
19:43 – Vinyl vs USB: how DJing has changed
21:36 – How live radio actually works behind the scenes
26:05 – Playing alongside Roger Sanchez
27:24 – Space Ibiza memories & dance music legacy
30:27 – Fame, guest lists & industry politics
35:05 – Winning Young Entrepreneur at 16
36:00 – Pirate radio beginnings
38:18 – Prime-time radio & longevity in broadcasting
40:03 – Finding your “radio voice”
44:02 – Festival season plans & Beyond The Pale

]]> No Episode 22 | Lynn Ruane 22 22 Episode 22 | Lynn Ruane full fca7bbad-da9e-4354-9399-8dece5c63036 https://share.transistor.fm/s/72a5b9c4 In this powerful and deeply personal episode of the Joe Irish Podcast, Joe and the crew sit down with Independent Senator Lynn Ruane for an unfiltered conversation about authenticity, addiction, violence, and the real meaning of community.

Lynn opens up about staying true to herself in politics — from wearing runners into Leinster House to refusing to adopt a “politician persona.” The conversation moves into her groundbreaking work on drug policy reform, decriminalisation, and violence intervention strategies inspired by work in Newark and LA.

From stories about growing up in Dublin communities to tackling intergenerational trauma and challenging “tough on crime” narratives, this episode blends humour, honesty, and hard truths. It’s a conversation about healing, prevention, and building safer communities from the inside out.

Raw. Insightful. Necessary listening.

⏱️ Timecodes

00:00 – 02:30
Intro chaos, laughs & welcoming Lynn Ruane – why authenticity matters in politics.

02:30 – 06:30
Staying true to yourself in Leinster House – resisting the “politician uniform” and representing your community honestly.

06:30 – 11:30
Drug policy explained: Decriminalisation vs legalisation – why criminalising addiction doesn’t work.

11:30 – 14:30
The history of prohibition – America’s influence, racism, and how drug laws evolved.

14:30 – 18:00
Poverty, drug dealing & systemic drivers – Lynn’s early research into exit strategies for dealers.

18:00 – 21:00
Trips to Newark & New York – learning from violence intervention programmes in the US.

21:00 – 24:00
Perception vs reality of safety – understanding community fear and media narratives.

24:00 – 28:30
Growing up in Dublin communities – loyalty, friendship, and what “community” really means.

28:30 – 31:30
Can community events reduce violence? Reimagining prevention beyond policing.

31:30 – 36:00
Victim assistance & intergenerational trauma – why healing must be part of justice.

36:00 – 39:30
Reducing retaliation & stopping the rumour mill – lessons from US intervention models.

39:30 – 42:00
“Hard on crime” politics vs real solutions – what actually reduces violence?

42:00 – 45:30
Carb funding, pilot programmes & building real change in Irish communities.

45:30 – End
Leadership, listening, and why real change starts inside the community.

]]> In this powerful and deeply personal episode of the Joe Irish Podcast, Joe and the crew sit down with Independent Senator Lynn Ruane for an unfiltered conversation about authenticity, addiction, violence, and the real meaning of community.

Lynn opens up about staying true to herself in politics — from wearing runners into Leinster House to refusing to adopt a “politician persona.” The conversation moves into her groundbreaking work on drug policy reform, decriminalisation, and violence intervention strategies inspired by work in Newark and LA.

From stories about growing up in Dublin communities to tackling intergenerational trauma and challenging “tough on crime” narratives, this episode blends humour, honesty, and hard truths. It’s a conversation about healing, prevention, and building safer communities from the inside out.

Raw. Insightful. Necessary listening.

⏱️ Timecodes

00:00 – 02:30
Intro chaos, laughs & welcoming Lynn Ruane – why authenticity matters in politics.

02:30 – 06:30
Staying true to yourself in Leinster House – resisting the “politician uniform” and representing your community honestly.

06:30 – 11:30
Drug policy explained: Decriminalisation vs legalisation – why criminalising addiction doesn’t work.

11:30 – 14:30
The history of prohibition – America’s influence, racism, and how drug laws evolved.

14:30 – 18:00
Poverty, drug dealing & systemic drivers – Lynn’s early research into exit strategies for dealers.

18:00 – 21:00
Trips to Newark & New York – learning from violence intervention programmes in the US.

21:00 – 24:00
Perception vs reality of safety – understanding community fear and media narratives.

24:00 – 28:30
Growing up in Dublin communities – loyalty, friendship, and what “community” really means.

28:30 – 31:30
Can community events reduce violence? Reimagining prevention beyond policing.

31:30 – 36:00
Victim assistance & intergenerational trauma – why healing must be part of justice.

36:00 – 39:30
Reducing retaliation & stopping the rumour mill – lessons from US intervention models.

39:30 – 42:00
“Hard on crime” politics vs real solutions – what actually reduces violence?

42:00 – 45:30
Carb funding, pilot programmes & building real change in Irish communities.

45:30 – End
Leadership, listening, and why real change starts inside the community.

]]> Wed, 18 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 4322 In this powerful and deeply personal episode of the Joe Irish Podcast, Joe and the crew sit down with Independent Senator Lynn Ruane for an unfiltered conversation about authenticity, addiction, violence, and the real meaning of community.

Lynn opens up about staying true to herself in politics — from wearing runners into Leinster House to refusing to adopt a “politician persona.” The conversation moves into her groundbreaking work on drug policy reform, decriminalisation, and violence intervention strategies inspired by work in Newark and LA.

From stories about growing up in Dublin communities to tackling intergenerational trauma and challenging “tough on crime” narratives, this episode blends humour, honesty, and hard truths. It’s a conversation about healing, prevention, and building safer communities from the inside out.

Raw. Insightful. Necessary listening.

⏱️ Timecodes

00:00 – 02:30
Intro chaos, laughs & welcoming Lynn Ruane – why authenticity matters in politics.

02:30 – 06:30
Staying true to yourself in Leinster House – resisting the “politician uniform” and representing your community honestly.

06:30 – 11:30
Drug policy explained: Decriminalisation vs legalisation – why criminalising addiction doesn’t work.

11:30 – 14:30
The history of prohibition – America’s influence, racism, and how drug laws evolved.

14:30 – 18:00
Poverty, drug dealing & systemic drivers – Lynn’s early research into exit strategies for dealers.

18:00 – 21:00
Trips to Newark & New York – learning from violence intervention programmes in the US.

21:00 – 24:00
Perception vs reality of safety – understanding community fear and media narratives.

24:00 – 28:30
Growing up in Dublin communities – loyalty, friendship, and what “community” really means.

28:30 – 31:30
Can community events reduce violence? Reimagining prevention beyond policing.

31:30 – 36:00
Victim assistance & intergenerational trauma – why healing must be part of justice.

36:00 – 39:30
Reducing retaliation & stopping the rumour mill – lessons from US intervention models.

39:30 – 42:00
“Hard on crime” politics vs real solutions – what actually reduces violence?

42:00 – 45:30
Carb funding, pilot programmes & building real change in Irish communities.

45:30 – End
Leadership, listening, and why real change starts inside the community.

]]> No Episode 21 | Dany Swanton and Jazzy 21 21 Episode 21 | Dany Swanton and Jazzy full e27d3516-4440-4486-a068-5de1b41ea611 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9ebe1d50 This week on The Joe Irish Podcast (Episode 21), Joe and Sheree sit down with viral TikTok creators Danny Swanton and Jazzy (Josh Norton) for a wild, unfiltered conversation.

The lads break down how they built massive followings online, the chaos of TikTok fame, accents, alter egos, getting recognised in public, and trying to turn short-form content into long-term careers. From scabies horror stories and prison gigs to tattoo regrets, travel plans, comedy ambitions, and the reality of being “on” all the time — nothing is off limits.

Expect brutal honesty, Dublin humour, absolute nonsense, and plenty of laughs.

🎙️ Guests: Danny Swanton & Jazzy (Josh Norton)
📱 Topics: TikTok fame, comedy, content creation, live shows, travel, tattoos, mental health, Irish humour

Timecodes / Chapters

00:00 – Intro & hype
Chaotic opening, podcast intro, welcoming Danny & Jazzy

01:00 – Stage names & online personas
Why Jazzy became Jazzy, changing names for recognisability

03:00 – Accents, Dublin stereotypes & being judged online
Posh accents, class assumptions, internet perception

05:00 – Egypt trip & tourist scams
Travelling stories, getting scammed abroad

06:30 – Quitting jobs & early work struggles
Day jobs, getting fired, landscaping, money mistakes

08:00 – TikTok lives & viral growth
How Danny & Jazzy blew up, follower numbers, lives going viral

10:00 – Meeting comedians & media recognition
Oliver Callan, radio, TV exposure

12:00 – Long-form content & YouTube plans
Vlogging, cameras, trying to move beyond TikTok

13:30 – Live shows & learning limits on stage
Crowds, saying the wrong thing, finding boundaries

15:00 – Scabies horror stories
Boxing gyms, paranoia, absolute trauma

17:00 – Performing in Mountjoy Prison
Prison gig stories, toughest crowds, dark humour

18:30 – “No jocks” story
Forgetting underwear, borrowing jocks, podcast embarrassment

21:00 – Relationships & tattoos
Getting names tattooed, bad decisions, internet dares

24:00 – Joke segment
Pub jokes, poo jokes, grandad humour

27:30 – Family stories & growing up
Parents, dropping out of college, living with siblings

29:30 – Jamaican & knock-knock jokes
More chaos, accents, terrible jokes

32:00 – Travel deals & influencer holidays
Free trips, party travel, influencer life

34:00 – Social awkwardness vs stage confidence
Anxiety, being misunderstood, switching personalities

36:00 – Hate comments & public reactions
Getting abuse in public, dealing with trolls

38:00 – Content vs stand-up comedy
Why not everyone can make the jump

40:00 – What’s next for Danny & Jazzy
Future plans, travel, vlogs, growth

42:00 – Final thoughts & wrap-up
Shoutouts, socials, closing the episode

]]> This week on The Joe Irish Podcast (Episode 21), Joe and Sheree sit down with viral TikTok creators Danny Swanton and Jazzy (Josh Norton) for a wild, unfiltered conversation.

The lads break down how they built massive followings online, the chaos of TikTok fame, accents, alter egos, getting recognised in public, and trying to turn short-form content into long-term careers. From scabies horror stories and prison gigs to tattoo regrets, travel plans, comedy ambitions, and the reality of being “on” all the time — nothing is off limits.

Expect brutal honesty, Dublin humour, absolute nonsense, and plenty of laughs.

🎙️ Guests: Danny Swanton & Jazzy (Josh Norton)
📱 Topics: TikTok fame, comedy, content creation, live shows, travel, tattoos, mental health, Irish humour

Timecodes / Chapters

00:00 – Intro & hype
Chaotic opening, podcast intro, welcoming Danny & Jazzy

01:00 – Stage names & online personas
Why Jazzy became Jazzy, changing names for recognisability

03:00 – Accents, Dublin stereotypes & being judged online
Posh accents, class assumptions, internet perception

05:00 – Egypt trip & tourist scams
Travelling stories, getting scammed abroad

06:30 – Quitting jobs & early work struggles
Day jobs, getting fired, landscaping, money mistakes

08:00 – TikTok lives & viral growth
How Danny & Jazzy blew up, follower numbers, lives going viral

10:00 – Meeting comedians & media recognition
Oliver Callan, radio, TV exposure

12:00 – Long-form content & YouTube plans
Vlogging, cameras, trying to move beyond TikTok

13:30 – Live shows & learning limits on stage
Crowds, saying the wrong thing, finding boundaries

15:00 – Scabies horror stories
Boxing gyms, paranoia, absolute trauma

17:00 – Performing in Mountjoy Prison
Prison gig stories, toughest crowds, dark humour

18:30 – “No jocks” story
Forgetting underwear, borrowing jocks, podcast embarrassment

21:00 – Relationships & tattoos
Getting names tattooed, bad decisions, internet dares

24:00 – Joke segment
Pub jokes, poo jokes, grandad humour

27:30 – Family stories & growing up
Parents, dropping out of college, living with siblings

29:30 – Jamaican & knock-knock jokes
More chaos, accents, terrible jokes

32:00 – Travel deals & influencer holidays
Free trips, party travel, influencer life

34:00 – Social awkwardness vs stage confidence
Anxiety, being misunderstood, switching personalities

36:00 – Hate comments & public reactions
Getting abuse in public, dealing with trolls

38:00 – Content vs stand-up comedy
Why not everyone can make the jump

40:00 – What’s next for Danny & Jazzy
Future plans, travel, vlogs, growth

42:00 – Final thoughts & wrap-up
Shoutouts, socials, closing the episode

]]> Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 3291 This week on The Joe Irish Podcast (Episode 21), Joe and Sheree sit down with viral TikTok creators Danny Swanton and Jazzy (Josh Norton) for a wild, unfiltered conversation.

The lads break down how they built massive followings online, the chaos of TikTok fame, accents, alter egos, getting recognised in public, and trying to turn short-form content into long-term careers. From scabies horror stories and prison gigs to tattoo regrets, travel plans, comedy ambitions, and the reality of being “on” all the time — nothing is off limits.

Expect brutal honesty, Dublin humour, absolute nonsense, and plenty of laughs.

🎙️ Guests: Danny Swanton & Jazzy (Josh Norton)
📱 Topics: TikTok fame, comedy, content creation, live shows, travel, tattoos, mental health, Irish humour

Timecodes / Chapters

00:00 – Intro & hype
Chaotic opening, podcast intro, welcoming Danny & Jazzy

01:00 – Stage names & online personas
Why Jazzy became Jazzy, changing names for recognisability

03:00 – Accents, Dublin stereotypes & being judged online
Posh accents, class assumptions, internet perception

05:00 – Egypt trip & tourist scams
Travelling stories, getting scammed abroad

06:30 – Quitting jobs & early work struggles
Day jobs, getting fired, landscaping, money mistakes

08:00 – TikTok lives & viral growth
How Danny & Jazzy blew up, follower numbers, lives going viral

10:00 – Meeting comedians & media recognition
Oliver Callan, radio, TV exposure

12:00 – Long-form content & YouTube plans
Vlogging, cameras, trying to move beyond TikTok

13:30 – Live shows & learning limits on stage
Crowds, saying the wrong thing, finding boundaries

15:00 – Scabies horror stories
Boxing gyms, paranoia, absolute trauma

17:00 – Performing in Mountjoy Prison
Prison gig stories, toughest crowds, dark humour

18:30 – “No jocks” story
Forgetting underwear, borrowing jocks, podcast embarrassment

21:00 – Relationships & tattoos
Getting names tattooed, bad decisions, internet dares

24:00 – Joke segment
Pub jokes, poo jokes, grandad humour

27:30 – Family stories & growing up
Parents, dropping out of college, living with siblings

29:30 – Jamaican & knock-knock jokes
More chaos, accents, terrible jokes

32:00 – Travel deals & influencer holidays
Free trips, party travel, influencer life

34:00 – Social awkwardness vs stage confidence
Anxiety, being misunderstood, switching personalities

36:00 – Hate comments & public reactions
Getting abuse in public, dealing with trolls

38:00 – Content vs stand-up comedy
Why not everyone can make the jump

40:00 – What’s next for Danny & Jazzy
Future plans, travel, vlogs, growth

42:00 – Final thoughts & wrap-up
Shoutouts, socials, closing the episode

]]> No Episode 20 | Black Paddy 20 20 Episode 20 | Black Paddy full 1f209677-841f-4568-8996-3ab865d58584 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ea41f1f7 Welcome to Episode 20 of The Joe Irish Podcast! In this special episode, host Joe Irish sits down with the one and only Black Paddy (Fabio David) for an incredibly candid and hilarious conversation about life, comedy, immigration, and everything in between.

Black Paddy, a Nigerian-Irish content creator with over 700,000 TikTok followers and half a million Facebook followers, opens up about his journey from arriving in Ireland at age 14 to becoming one of the country's most beloved social media personalities. The conversation covers his recent charity cycle around Ireland for Jigsaw mental health, navigating online trolls and controversy, and his transition from viral videos to stand-up comedy.

This episode doesn't shy away from tough topics - racism, immigration debates, online bullying, and the reality of being a public figure in modern Ireland. But through it all, Black Paddy's infectious humour and genuine warmth shine through, along with some absolutely hilarious stories from his early days in Blanchardstown.

Plus, get the exclusive announcement about Black Paddy's upcoming solo comedy show "How Did I End Up Here?" at The Laughter Lounge on March 12th!

Follow Black Paddy on social media and grab your tickets when they go on sale!


Timecodes

00:00 - Introduction & Welcome
01:10 - The Origin of "Black Paddy" vs "Fabio David"
02:00 - Black Paddy's rap career origins
06:00 - Comedy vs social media content
07:37 - Cycling around Ireland for charity
11:34 - Getting stranded in the dark in Kerry
13:53 - The business of being an influencer
15:15 - Political protests and being caught in the middle
18:39 - Black Paddy's philosophy on racism
21:22 - Dealing with online hate and being "the poster boy for racism"
24:13 - The mental health impact of online bullying
26:18 - Learning to ignore trolls and negative energy
30:48 - TikTok going downhill
32:25 - Arriving in Ireland at age 14
33:17 - The accent shock and moving to Blanchardstown
35:11 - His father's death in Nigeria
36:14 - Feeling at home in Ireland
38:40 - First comedy gigs and finding the Irish sense of humor
41:23 - Plans to bring Irish audiences to Nigeria
44:08 - Egyptian family connections
48:56 - ANNOUNCEMENT: "How Did I End Up Here?" comedy show - March 12th at The Laughter Lounge
49:28 - Discipline differences between Nigeria and Ireland
51:03 - HILARIOUS STORY: The "This is not f*cking Nigeria" story
58:13 - Year of the Horse - prosperity ahead
59:24 - Call for podcast sponsors & episode wrap-up

]]> Welcome to Episode 20 of The Joe Irish Podcast! In this special episode, host Joe Irish sits down with the one and only Black Paddy (Fabio David) for an incredibly candid and hilarious conversation about life, comedy, immigration, and everything in between.

Black Paddy, a Nigerian-Irish content creator with over 700,000 TikTok followers and half a million Facebook followers, opens up about his journey from arriving in Ireland at age 14 to becoming one of the country's most beloved social media personalities. The conversation covers his recent charity cycle around Ireland for Jigsaw mental health, navigating online trolls and controversy, and his transition from viral videos to stand-up comedy.

This episode doesn't shy away from tough topics - racism, immigration debates, online bullying, and the reality of being a public figure in modern Ireland. But through it all, Black Paddy's infectious humour and genuine warmth shine through, along with some absolutely hilarious stories from his early days in Blanchardstown.

Plus, get the exclusive announcement about Black Paddy's upcoming solo comedy show "How Did I End Up Here?" at The Laughter Lounge on March 12th!

Follow Black Paddy on social media and grab your tickets when they go on sale!


Timecodes

00:00 - Introduction & Welcome
01:10 - The Origin of "Black Paddy" vs "Fabio David"
02:00 - Black Paddy's rap career origins
06:00 - Comedy vs social media content
07:37 - Cycling around Ireland for charity
11:34 - Getting stranded in the dark in Kerry
13:53 - The business of being an influencer
15:15 - Political protests and being caught in the middle
18:39 - Black Paddy's philosophy on racism
21:22 - Dealing with online hate and being "the poster boy for racism"
24:13 - The mental health impact of online bullying
26:18 - Learning to ignore trolls and negative energy
30:48 - TikTok going downhill
32:25 - Arriving in Ireland at age 14
33:17 - The accent shock and moving to Blanchardstown
35:11 - His father's death in Nigeria
36:14 - Feeling at home in Ireland
38:40 - First comedy gigs and finding the Irish sense of humor
41:23 - Plans to bring Irish audiences to Nigeria
44:08 - Egyptian family connections
48:56 - ANNOUNCEMENT: "How Did I End Up Here?" comedy show - March 12th at The Laughter Lounge
49:28 - Discipline differences between Nigeria and Ireland
51:03 - HILARIOUS STORY: The "This is not f*cking Nigeria" story
58:13 - Year of the Horse - prosperity ahead
59:24 - Call for podcast sponsors & episode wrap-up

]]> Wed, 21 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 3613 Welcome to Episode 20 of The Joe Irish Podcast! In this special episode, host Joe Irish sits down with the one and only Black Paddy (Fabio David) for an incredibly candid and hilarious conversation about life, comedy, immigration, and everything in between.

Black Paddy, a Nigerian-Irish content creator with over 700,000 TikTok followers and half a million Facebook followers, opens up about his journey from arriving in Ireland at age 14 to becoming one of the country's most beloved social media personalities. The conversation covers his recent charity cycle around Ireland for Jigsaw mental health, navigating online trolls and controversy, and his transition from viral videos to stand-up comedy.

This episode doesn't shy away from tough topics - racism, immigration debates, online bullying, and the reality of being a public figure in modern Ireland. But through it all, Black Paddy's infectious humour and genuine warmth shine through, along with some absolutely hilarious stories from his early days in Blanchardstown.

Plus, get the exclusive announcement about Black Paddy's upcoming solo comedy show "How Did I End Up Here?" at The Laughter Lounge on March 12th!

Follow Black Paddy on social media and grab your tickets when they go on sale!


Timecodes

00:00 - Introduction & Welcome
01:10 - The Origin of "Black Paddy" vs "Fabio David"
02:00 - Black Paddy's rap career origins
06:00 - Comedy vs social media content
07:37 - Cycling around Ireland for charity
11:34 - Getting stranded in the dark in Kerry
13:53 - The business of being an influencer
15:15 - Political protests and being caught in the middle
18:39 - Black Paddy's philosophy on racism
21:22 - Dealing with online hate and being "the poster boy for racism"
24:13 - The mental health impact of online bullying
26:18 - Learning to ignore trolls and negative energy
30:48 - TikTok going downhill
32:25 - Arriving in Ireland at age 14
33:17 - The accent shock and moving to Blanchardstown
35:11 - His father's death in Nigeria
36:14 - Feeling at home in Ireland
38:40 - First comedy gigs and finding the Irish sense of humor
41:23 - Plans to bring Irish audiences to Nigeria
44:08 - Egyptian family connections
48:56 - ANNOUNCEMENT: "How Did I End Up Here?" comedy show - March 12th at The Laughter Lounge
49:28 - Discipline differences between Nigeria and Ireland
51:03 - HILARIOUS STORY: The "This is not f*cking Nigeria" story
58:13 - Year of the Horse - prosperity ahead
59:24 - Call for podcast sponsors & episode wrap-up

]]> No Episode 19 | Clueless 19 19 Episode 19 | Clueless full 182a5105-cf4c-446f-8070-dabf10b867ac https://share.transistor.fm/s/05e34811 Joe Irish kicks off the first episode of 2026 with a high-energy studio session alongside co-host Sherin and special guests Clueless – the fast-rising Irish rap duo from Wexford that’s been blowing up online.

From a viral TikTok clip and just 35 followers to thousands overnight, Clueless break down how one catchy hook, raw lyrics, and DIY production sparked serious momentum. The lads talk friendship, freestyling for the craic, recording tracks at home, upcoming gigs, and their first big Dublin shows.

Along the way, the conversation dives into Irish rap culture, creative freedom, social media virality, live performance nerves, industry advice, cancelled culture, inspirations like Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg and Kanye West, and what it really takes to build something from nothing.

Unfiltered, funny, and full of belief — this episode is about backing yourself, staying consistent, and riding the wave when it comes.

🎧 New music dropping
🎤 Live gigs booked
🔥 2026 energy activated

Timecodes / Chapters

00:00 – Chaos, intros & kicking off 2026
00:32 – Introducing Clueless: Wexford’s rising rap duo
01:17 – Studio vibes, co-hosts & first guests of the year
01:51 – The viral clip that stopped Joe scrolling
02:27 – Comparisons, influences & Irish TikTok culture
03:20 – “Ones to Watch” & first major Dublin gig
03:57 – Growing up together & early freestyles
05:01 – How the song actually came together
06:07 – Lyrics, hooks & happy accidents
07:10 – DIY beats, learning production & no formal training
08:13 – First live shows, ticket sales & nerves
09:18 – Advice on gigs, stage time & consistency
09:43 – Big goals: EP, festivals & long-term vision
10:37 – 2026 mindset, momentum & leaving baggage behind
11:34 – Lyrics breakdown & viral caption confusion
12:49 – Did they expect it to blow up?
13:35 – From 35 followers to thousands
14:38 – Family reactions & unexpected fans
15:30 – Recording at home & releasing music fear
16:08 – Musical influences & rap inspirations
17:14 – Concerts, crowd energy & live performance
18:13 – Dream collabs & Kanye talk
19:40 – Industry talk, fame & accountability
21:17 – Comedy, cancel culture & artistic freedom
23:29 – Favourite lyrics & creative process
25:02 – School, work & balancing real life
26:24 – Day jobs, money & chasing music sustainably
27:24 – Social media, visuals & DIY marketing
28:51 – Preparing for shows & performance setup
29:45 – Upcoming gigs & backstage plans
30:21 – Sneak peek at unreleased music
31:22 – New track reactions & feedback
33:24 – Getting paid, early gigs & industry lessons
35:06 – Irish rap scene & coming up locally
36:36 – Tonight’s show & what’s next
40:15 – New release dates & future projects
41:09 – EP plans & recording going forward
42:11 – Final thoughts, momentum & sign-off

]]> Joe Irish kicks off the first episode of 2026 with a high-energy studio session alongside co-host Sherin and special guests Clueless – the fast-rising Irish rap duo from Wexford that’s been blowing up online.

From a viral TikTok clip and just 35 followers to thousands overnight, Clueless break down how one catchy hook, raw lyrics, and DIY production sparked serious momentum. The lads talk friendship, freestyling for the craic, recording tracks at home, upcoming gigs, and their first big Dublin shows.

Along the way, the conversation dives into Irish rap culture, creative freedom, social media virality, live performance nerves, industry advice, cancelled culture, inspirations like Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg and Kanye West, and what it really takes to build something from nothing.

Unfiltered, funny, and full of belief — this episode is about backing yourself, staying consistent, and riding the wave when it comes.

🎧 New music dropping
🎤 Live gigs booked
🔥 2026 energy activated

Timecodes / Chapters

00:00 – Chaos, intros & kicking off 2026
00:32 – Introducing Clueless: Wexford’s rising rap duo
01:17 – Studio vibes, co-hosts & first guests of the year
01:51 – The viral clip that stopped Joe scrolling
02:27 – Comparisons, influences & Irish TikTok culture
03:20 – “Ones to Watch” & first major Dublin gig
03:57 – Growing up together & early freestyles
05:01 – How the song actually came together
06:07 – Lyrics, hooks & happy accidents
07:10 – DIY beats, learning production & no formal training
08:13 – First live shows, ticket sales & nerves
09:18 – Advice on gigs, stage time & consistency
09:43 – Big goals: EP, festivals & long-term vision
10:37 – 2026 mindset, momentum & leaving baggage behind
11:34 – Lyrics breakdown & viral caption confusion
12:49 – Did they expect it to blow up?
13:35 – From 35 followers to thousands
14:38 – Family reactions & unexpected fans
15:30 – Recording at home & releasing music fear
16:08 – Musical influences & rap inspirations
17:14 – Concerts, crowd energy & live performance
18:13 – Dream collabs & Kanye talk
19:40 – Industry talk, fame & accountability
21:17 – Comedy, cancel culture & artistic freedom
23:29 – Favourite lyrics & creative process
25:02 – School, work & balancing real life
26:24 – Day jobs, money & chasing music sustainably
27:24 – Social media, visuals & DIY marketing
28:51 – Preparing for shows & performance setup
29:45 – Upcoming gigs & backstage plans
30:21 – Sneak peek at unreleased music
31:22 – New track reactions & feedback
33:24 – Getting paid, early gigs & industry lessons
35:06 – Irish rap scene & coming up locally
36:36 – Tonight’s show & what’s next
40:15 – New release dates & future projects
41:09 – EP plans & recording going forward
42:11 – Final thoughts, momentum & sign-off

]]> Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 2621 Joe Irish kicks off the first episode of 2026 with a high-energy studio session alongside co-host Sherin and special guests Clueless – the fast-rising Irish rap duo from Wexford that’s been blowing up online.

From a viral TikTok clip and just 35 followers to thousands overnight, Clueless break down how one catchy hook, raw lyrics, and DIY production sparked serious momentum. The lads talk friendship, freestyling for the craic, recording tracks at home, upcoming gigs, and their first big Dublin shows.

Along the way, the conversation dives into Irish rap culture, creative freedom, social media virality, live performance nerves, industry advice, cancelled culture, inspirations like Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg and Kanye West, and what it really takes to build something from nothing.

Unfiltered, funny, and full of belief — this episode is about backing yourself, staying consistent, and riding the wave when it comes.

🎧 New music dropping
🎤 Live gigs booked
🔥 2026 energy activated

Timecodes / Chapters

00:00 – Chaos, intros & kicking off 2026
00:32 – Introducing Clueless: Wexford’s rising rap duo
01:17 – Studio vibes, co-hosts & first guests of the year
01:51 – The viral clip that stopped Joe scrolling
02:27 – Comparisons, influences & Irish TikTok culture
03:20 – “Ones to Watch” & first major Dublin gig
03:57 – Growing up together & early freestyles
05:01 – How the song actually came together
06:07 – Lyrics, hooks & happy accidents
07:10 – DIY beats, learning production & no formal training
08:13 – First live shows, ticket sales & nerves
09:18 – Advice on gigs, stage time & consistency
09:43 – Big goals: EP, festivals & long-term vision
10:37 – 2026 mindset, momentum & leaving baggage behind
11:34 – Lyrics breakdown & viral caption confusion
12:49 – Did they expect it to blow up?
13:35 – From 35 followers to thousands
14:38 – Family reactions & unexpected fans
15:30 – Recording at home & releasing music fear
16:08 – Musical influences & rap inspirations
17:14 – Concerts, crowd energy & live performance
18:13 – Dream collabs & Kanye talk
19:40 – Industry talk, fame & accountability
21:17 – Comedy, cancel culture & artistic freedom
23:29 – Favourite lyrics & creative process
25:02 – School, work & balancing real life
26:24 – Day jobs, money & chasing music sustainably
27:24 – Social media, visuals & DIY marketing
28:51 – Preparing for shows & performance setup
29:45 – Upcoming gigs & backstage plans
30:21 – Sneak peek at unreleased music
31:22 – New track reactions & feedback
33:24 – Getting paid, early gigs & industry lessons
35:06 – Irish rap scene & coming up locally
36:36 – Tonight’s show & what’s next
40:15 – New release dates & future projects
41:09 – EP plans & recording going forward
42:11 – Final thoughts, momentum & sign-off

]]> No Episode 18 | End of the year wrap up! 18 18 Episode 18 | End of the year wrap up! full 554c82df-02de-47ed-b16f-60ce9092d9b8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/577b645f Join us as we wrap up an incredible year with laughs, Christmas stories, and unforgettable podcast memories! From behind-the-scenes tales to festive family mishaps, this episode has it all. Special thanks to ACTIVE LAMS for supporting the show.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Welcome & Episode Introduction
02:18 - Looking Back at 2024 & Episode Lineup
03:45 - Behind the Scenes: The Lams Sponsorship Story
06:00 - Favourite Guest Moments & Highlights
09:12 - Jimmy's Halloween Story & Mary's Face Smash
11:10 - Guest Recap: Drug Dealer Stories & Funny Moments
13:05 - The "Follow Me" Hashtag Discovery
14:20 - Collab Drama & Black Party Video Stories
16:03 - Getting Back on Track
17:10 - Christmas Stories Begin
19:06 - Growing Up in Jobstown: Christmas Traditions
21:15 - The Drunk Driver Crash Stories (Heavy Content)
24:19 - Dad's Christmas Attic Fall & "Jingle Bells"
26:07 - Apple Pie Disaster: Eating Christmas Dessert Early
28:31 - Mam Dressing as Santa Until Age 25
31:04 - Annual Santa Party Tradition with the Family
34:05 - Christmas Away: Cruises & Canary Islands Stories
36:09 - House Party Memories & Singing Stories
37:14 - Kids & Christmas Pressure
39:08 - The Secondhand Playstation Story
40:06 - NOW Albums & Generational Differences
41:08 - Being Grateful vs Ungrateful at Christmas
43:01 - Eddie Murphy Ice Cream Joke Gone Wrong
44:07 - Finding Presents Early & Ruining Surprises
46:44 - The Grinch vs The Grouch Confusion
48:23 - The Missing Socks Mystery
49:33 - Socks on Hands in the Snow
51:20 - Kids Won't Share Clothes Today
52:07 - Ozzy's Chilli Disaster Story
55:03 - 2024 Wrap Up & 2025 Plans
56:25 - Future Guests: Eilish O'Carroll, Medicine Lady & More
57:20 - Monthly Phone-In/Text-In Format Idea
58:27 - Thank Yous & Christmas Wishes

]]> Join us as we wrap up an incredible year with laughs, Christmas stories, and unforgettable podcast memories! From behind-the-scenes tales to festive family mishaps, this episode has it all. Special thanks to ACTIVE LAMS for supporting the show.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Welcome & Episode Introduction
02:18 - Looking Back at 2024 & Episode Lineup
03:45 - Behind the Scenes: The Lams Sponsorship Story
06:00 - Favourite Guest Moments & Highlights
09:12 - Jimmy's Halloween Story & Mary's Face Smash
11:10 - Guest Recap: Drug Dealer Stories & Funny Moments
13:05 - The "Follow Me" Hashtag Discovery
14:20 - Collab Drama & Black Party Video Stories
16:03 - Getting Back on Track
17:10 - Christmas Stories Begin
19:06 - Growing Up in Jobstown: Christmas Traditions
21:15 - The Drunk Driver Crash Stories (Heavy Content)
24:19 - Dad's Christmas Attic Fall & "Jingle Bells"
26:07 - Apple Pie Disaster: Eating Christmas Dessert Early
28:31 - Mam Dressing as Santa Until Age 25
31:04 - Annual Santa Party Tradition with the Family
34:05 - Christmas Away: Cruises & Canary Islands Stories
36:09 - House Party Memories & Singing Stories
37:14 - Kids & Christmas Pressure
39:08 - The Secondhand Playstation Story
40:06 - NOW Albums & Generational Differences
41:08 - Being Grateful vs Ungrateful at Christmas
43:01 - Eddie Murphy Ice Cream Joke Gone Wrong
44:07 - Finding Presents Early & Ruining Surprises
46:44 - The Grinch vs The Grouch Confusion
48:23 - The Missing Socks Mystery
49:33 - Socks on Hands in the Snow
51:20 - Kids Won't Share Clothes Today
52:07 - Ozzy's Chilli Disaster Story
55:03 - 2024 Wrap Up & 2025 Plans
56:25 - Future Guests: Eilish O'Carroll, Medicine Lady & More
57:20 - Monthly Phone-In/Text-In Format Idea
58:27 - Thank Yous & Christmas Wishes

]]> Wed, 17 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 3501 Join us as we wrap up an incredible year with laughs, Christmas stories, and unforgettable podcast memories! From behind-the-scenes tales to festive family mishaps, this episode has it all. Special thanks to ACTIVE LAMS for supporting the show.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Welcome & Episode Introduction
02:18 - Looking Back at 2024 & Episode Lineup
03:45 - Behind the Scenes: The Lams Sponsorship Story
06:00 - Favourite Guest Moments & Highlights
09:12 - Jimmy's Halloween Story & Mary's Face Smash
11:10 - Guest Recap: Drug Dealer Stories & Funny Moments
13:05 - The "Follow Me" Hashtag Discovery
14:20 - Collab Drama & Black Party Video Stories
16:03 - Getting Back on Track
17:10 - Christmas Stories Begin
19:06 - Growing Up in Jobstown: Christmas Traditions
21:15 - The Drunk Driver Crash Stories (Heavy Content)
24:19 - Dad's Christmas Attic Fall & "Jingle Bells"
26:07 - Apple Pie Disaster: Eating Christmas Dessert Early
28:31 - Mam Dressing as Santa Until Age 25
31:04 - Annual Santa Party Tradition with the Family
34:05 - Christmas Away: Cruises & Canary Islands Stories
36:09 - House Party Memories & Singing Stories
37:14 - Kids & Christmas Pressure
39:08 - The Secondhand Playstation Story
40:06 - NOW Albums & Generational Differences
41:08 - Being Grateful vs Ungrateful at Christmas
43:01 - Eddie Murphy Ice Cream Joke Gone Wrong
44:07 - Finding Presents Early & Ruining Surprises
46:44 - The Grinch vs The Grouch Confusion
48:23 - The Missing Socks Mystery
49:33 - Socks on Hands in the Snow
51:20 - Kids Won't Share Clothes Today
52:07 - Ozzy's Chilli Disaster Story
55:03 - 2024 Wrap Up & 2025 Plans
56:25 - Future Guests: Eilish O'Carroll, Medicine Lady & More
57:20 - Monthly Phone-In/Text-In Format Idea
58:27 - Thank Yous & Christmas Wishes

]]> No Episode 17 | David Dowling 17 17 Episode 17 | David Dowling full 9114702c-773e-4ce1-9f00-5b9e18a62e06 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0ae69193 In this episode of The JoeIrish Podcast, Joe and Sherin sit down with David Dowling — professor, mediator, lawyer, and proud member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
From growing up in Ballymun to building a successful life in California, David shares powerful insights on faith, conflict resolution, family, identity, and the choices that shape who we become.
This episode is raw, hilarious, warm, and full of wisdom about communication, expectations, religion, and life’s unexpected turns.

00:00 – 00:26
The chaos begins — Joe tries to figure out what episode number they’re actually on.
Guest introduction: Who is David Dowling?

00:26 – 01:07
How a Mormon professor ended up on an Irish podcast — and why Joe insists on calling him “his favourite.”

01:07 – 02:15
David’s early years: growing up in Ballymun, moving to LA at 7, leaving school at 16, and taking the long route back to education.

02:15 – 03:04
Joining the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 20 — and how his path led him to England, California, and a career in law and mediation.

03:04 – 04:05
What a mediator actually does. The difference between court cases, conflict resolution, and why mediation can save years of stress.

04:05 – 07:01
The big question: Why become a Mormon?
David opens up about missionaries, personal beliefs, and the “Sliding Doors moment” that changed his life.

07:01 – 08:36
The differing paths of two brothers growing up side-by-side. Childhood dreams, class systems, and how opportunity shifts depending on where you live.

08:36 – 10:13
Moving to California as an illegal immigrant, marriage, restarting education at 28, and becoming a lawyer against all odds.

10:13 – 12:14
Irish privilege in the US, funny run-ins with police, and how the Irish charm can get you out of (almost) anything.

12:14 – 14:31
Life as a Mormon missionary — Italy, Paraguay, service projects, and the reality behind the white shirts and name tags.

14:31 – 17:07
What missions really mean: structure, discipline, volunteering, and the difference between religious culture and Irish culture.

17:07 – 20:37
Religion, family, and identity: how David balances his faith with Irish traditions, and how his family supports each other despite differences.

20:37 – 23:10
Do Mormons believe non-Mormons go to hell? David gives a heartfelt explanation about judgement, mercy, and intentions.

23:10 – 27:03
The Ten Commandments, morality, and how modern life turns simple expectations into complicated frustrations.

27:03 – 29:31
Polygamy, splinter groups, and what Mormonism actually teaches vs. what reality shows portray.

29:31 – 32:33
The dangers of resentment, how anger harms only you, and the communication habits that destroy relationships.

32:33 – 36:36
Why unspoken expectations ruin families, couples, and friendships — and how to fix it with one simple skill.

36:36 – 39:05
Teaching, travelling, working with law students, and balancing academic life in Malibu with Irish roots.

39:05 – 42:40
California life: sunshine, surfing as PE, Disneyland, culture shocks, and how different the world can be from Ballymun.

42:40 – 45:36
Growing up on food vouchers, remembering hard times in Ireland, and reflecting on modern poverty and homelessness.

45:36 – END
A powerful close: faith, charity, community, and why helping others should always come before judgement.

]]> In this episode of The JoeIrish Podcast, Joe and Sherin sit down with David Dowling — professor, mediator, lawyer, and proud member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
From growing up in Ballymun to building a successful life in California, David shares powerful insights on faith, conflict resolution, family, identity, and the choices that shape who we become.
This episode is raw, hilarious, warm, and full of wisdom about communication, expectations, religion, and life’s unexpected turns.

00:00 – 00:26
The chaos begins — Joe tries to figure out what episode number they’re actually on.
Guest introduction: Who is David Dowling?

00:26 – 01:07
How a Mormon professor ended up on an Irish podcast — and why Joe insists on calling him “his favourite.”

01:07 – 02:15
David’s early years: growing up in Ballymun, moving to LA at 7, leaving school at 16, and taking the long route back to education.

02:15 – 03:04
Joining the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 20 — and how his path led him to England, California, and a career in law and mediation.

03:04 – 04:05
What a mediator actually does. The difference between court cases, conflict resolution, and why mediation can save years of stress.

04:05 – 07:01
The big question: Why become a Mormon?
David opens up about missionaries, personal beliefs, and the “Sliding Doors moment” that changed his life.

07:01 – 08:36
The differing paths of two brothers growing up side-by-side. Childhood dreams, class systems, and how opportunity shifts depending on where you live.

08:36 – 10:13
Moving to California as an illegal immigrant, marriage, restarting education at 28, and becoming a lawyer against all odds.

10:13 – 12:14
Irish privilege in the US, funny run-ins with police, and how the Irish charm can get you out of (almost) anything.

12:14 – 14:31
Life as a Mormon missionary — Italy, Paraguay, service projects, and the reality behind the white shirts and name tags.

14:31 – 17:07
What missions really mean: structure, discipline, volunteering, and the difference between religious culture and Irish culture.

17:07 – 20:37
Religion, family, and identity: how David balances his faith with Irish traditions, and how his family supports each other despite differences.

20:37 – 23:10
Do Mormons believe non-Mormons go to hell? David gives a heartfelt explanation about judgement, mercy, and intentions.

23:10 – 27:03
The Ten Commandments, morality, and how modern life turns simple expectations into complicated frustrations.

27:03 – 29:31
Polygamy, splinter groups, and what Mormonism actually teaches vs. what reality shows portray.

29:31 – 32:33
The dangers of resentment, how anger harms only you, and the communication habits that destroy relationships.

32:33 – 36:36
Why unspoken expectations ruin families, couples, and friendships — and how to fix it with one simple skill.

36:36 – 39:05
Teaching, travelling, working with law students, and balancing academic life in Malibu with Irish roots.

39:05 – 42:40
California life: sunshine, surfing as PE, Disneyland, culture shocks, and how different the world can be from Ballymun.

42:40 – 45:36
Growing up on food vouchers, remembering hard times in Ireland, and reflecting on modern poverty and homelessness.

45:36 – END
A powerful close: faith, charity, community, and why helping others should always come before judgement.

]]> Wed, 10 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 3959 In this episode of The JoeIrish Podcast, Joe and Sherin sit down with David Dowling — professor, mediator, lawyer, and proud member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
From growing up in Ballymun to building a successful life in California, David shares powerful insights on faith, conflict resolution, family, identity, and the choices that shape who we become.
This episode is raw, hilarious, warm, and full of wisdom about communication, expectations, religion, and life’s unexpected turns.

00:00 – 00:26
The chaos begins — Joe tries to figure out what episode number they’re actually on.
Guest introduction: Who is David Dowling?

00:26 – 01:07
How a Mormon professor ended up on an Irish podcast — and why Joe insists on calling him “his favourite.”

01:07 – 02:15
David’s early years: growing up in Ballymun, moving to LA at 7, leaving school at 16, and taking the long route back to education.

02:15 – 03:04
Joining the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 20 — and how his path led him to England, California, and a career in law and mediation.

03:04 – 04:05
What a mediator actually does. The difference between court cases, conflict resolution, and why mediation can save years of stress.

04:05 – 07:01
The big question: Why become a Mormon?
David opens up about missionaries, personal beliefs, and the “Sliding Doors moment” that changed his life.

07:01 – 08:36
The differing paths of two brothers growing up side-by-side. Childhood dreams, class systems, and how opportunity shifts depending on where you live.

08:36 – 10:13
Moving to California as an illegal immigrant, marriage, restarting education at 28, and becoming a lawyer against all odds.

10:13 – 12:14
Irish privilege in the US, funny run-ins with police, and how the Irish charm can get you out of (almost) anything.

12:14 – 14:31
Life as a Mormon missionary — Italy, Paraguay, service projects, and the reality behind the white shirts and name tags.

14:31 – 17:07
What missions really mean: structure, discipline, volunteering, and the difference between religious culture and Irish culture.

17:07 – 20:37
Religion, family, and identity: how David balances his faith with Irish traditions, and how his family supports each other despite differences.

20:37 – 23:10
Do Mormons believe non-Mormons go to hell? David gives a heartfelt explanation about judgement, mercy, and intentions.

23:10 – 27:03
The Ten Commandments, morality, and how modern life turns simple expectations into complicated frustrations.

27:03 – 29:31
Polygamy, splinter groups, and what Mormonism actually teaches vs. what reality shows portray.

29:31 – 32:33
The dangers of resentment, how anger harms only you, and the communication habits that destroy relationships.

32:33 – 36:36
Why unspoken expectations ruin families, couples, and friendships — and how to fix it with one simple skill.

36:36 – 39:05
Teaching, travelling, working with law students, and balancing academic life in Malibu with Irish roots.

39:05 – 42:40
California life: sunshine, surfing as PE, Disneyland, culture shocks, and how different the world can be from Ballymun.

42:40 – 45:36
Growing up on food vouchers, remembering hard times in Ireland, and reflecting on modern poverty and homelessness.

45:36 – END
A powerful close: faith, charity, community, and why helping others should always come before judgement.

]]> No Episode 16 | Jen Healy 16 16 Episode 16 | Jen Healy full b06955b6-5e2f-4268-935d-63dbbcf6b4ac https://share.transistor.fm/s/b96c5682 In this powerful and deeply honest episode of the WORD Podcast, the hosts sit down with the incredible Jen Healy — spiritual mentor, manifestation coach, and former “Yin Yang Yoga Jen.”
Jen opens up about her transformative healing journey, from early trauma and addiction recovery to becoming a guide who helps others manifest purpose, abundance, and emotional freedom.
This episode is raw, real, emotional, and inspirational — a must-listen for anyone on a healing or spiritual journey.

🕒 Timecodes / Chapters
00:00 – 00:01 — Opening Banter
The hosts kick off with jokes, chaos, and welcoming listeners back after a week off.
00:01 – 00:03 — Introducing Guest Jen Healy
Who she is, how she arrived, and the story behind her former brand “Yin Yang Yoga Jen.”
00:03 – 00:05 — Reinventing Identity & Moving Beyond Labels
Why Jen dropped the yoga-only identity and stepped into coaching, energy work, and personal development.
00:05 – 00:07 — What Reiki Really Is
Energy transfer, levels of attunement, and what makes someone a Reiki master.
00:07 – 00:09 — Jen’s First Experiences with Healing
Receiving Reiki during incredibly dark years, trauma, emotional release, and the first feeling of safety.
00:09 – 00:12 — Addiction, Anxiety & Entering Cocaine Anonymous
How addiction showed up, blackout drinking, and discovering spiritual awakening through CA.
00:12 – 00:15 — Empaths, Intuition & Frequency
Understanding empath energy, audience energy, and intuition awakening.
00:15 – 00:18 — Manifestation Explained Simply
Bob Proctor, visualisation, the mind as energy, and why imagination is the key.
00:18 – 00:21 — When Your Brain Blocks Your Manifestation
Why people can’t attract what they want and the tool Jen uses to break the pattern.
00:21 – 00:24 — The Universe, Parallel Selves & Higher Consciousness
How Jen personally defines “the universe” and how it links to identity and purpose.
00:24 – 00:27 — The Science of Energy & Mushrooms
DMT, consciousness, elements of the universe, and healing through psychedelics and microdosing.
00:27 – 00:31 — Microdosing, Mental Health & Rewiring the Brain
A raw discussion about mushrooms, emotional numbness, and reconnecting to joy.
00:31 – 00:34 — Lifelong Healing & Ancestral Work
Why healing never fully ends and what changes after the personal layer is cleared.
00:34 – 00:41 — The Big Question: Are You Always “An Addict”?
A powerful conversation on the identity of addiction and whether you can ever truly outgrow it.
00:41 – 00:45 — Trauma, Generational Wounds & Learning to Feel Love
Jen’s emotional breakthrough where she felt maternal love for the first time.
00:45 – 00:50 — Shadow Work: The Part Nobody Talks About
What shadow work is, why it's essential, and how it changes identity and behaviour.
00:50 – 00:55 — Abuse in Healing Spaces
A vulnerable reveal: predatory behaviour she experienced from a therapist during early recovery.
00:55 – end — Closing Thoughts 

]]> In this powerful and deeply honest episode of the WORD Podcast, the hosts sit down with the incredible Jen Healy — spiritual mentor, manifestation coach, and former “Yin Yang Yoga Jen.”
Jen opens up about her transformative healing journey, from early trauma and addiction recovery to becoming a guide who helps others manifest purpose, abundance, and emotional freedom.
This episode is raw, real, emotional, and inspirational — a must-listen for anyone on a healing or spiritual journey.

🕒 Timecodes / Chapters
00:00 – 00:01 — Opening Banter
The hosts kick off with jokes, chaos, and welcoming listeners back after a week off.
00:01 – 00:03 — Introducing Guest Jen Healy
Who she is, how she arrived, and the story behind her former brand “Yin Yang Yoga Jen.”
00:03 – 00:05 — Reinventing Identity & Moving Beyond Labels
Why Jen dropped the yoga-only identity and stepped into coaching, energy work, and personal development.
00:05 – 00:07 — What Reiki Really Is
Energy transfer, levels of attunement, and what makes someone a Reiki master.
00:07 – 00:09 — Jen’s First Experiences with Healing
Receiving Reiki during incredibly dark years, trauma, emotional release, and the first feeling of safety.
00:09 – 00:12 — Addiction, Anxiety & Entering Cocaine Anonymous
How addiction showed up, blackout drinking, and discovering spiritual awakening through CA.
00:12 – 00:15 — Empaths, Intuition & Frequency
Understanding empath energy, audience energy, and intuition awakening.
00:15 – 00:18 — Manifestation Explained Simply
Bob Proctor, visualisation, the mind as energy, and why imagination is the key.
00:18 – 00:21 — When Your Brain Blocks Your Manifestation
Why people can’t attract what they want and the tool Jen uses to break the pattern.
00:21 – 00:24 — The Universe, Parallel Selves & Higher Consciousness
How Jen personally defines “the universe” and how it links to identity and purpose.
00:24 – 00:27 — The Science of Energy & Mushrooms
DMT, consciousness, elements of the universe, and healing through psychedelics and microdosing.
00:27 – 00:31 — Microdosing, Mental Health & Rewiring the Brain
A raw discussion about mushrooms, emotional numbness, and reconnecting to joy.
00:31 – 00:34 — Lifelong Healing & Ancestral Work
Why healing never fully ends and what changes after the personal layer is cleared.
00:34 – 00:41 — The Big Question: Are You Always “An Addict”?
A powerful conversation on the identity of addiction and whether you can ever truly outgrow it.
00:41 – 00:45 — Trauma, Generational Wounds & Learning to Feel Love
Jen’s emotional breakthrough where she felt maternal love for the first time.
00:45 – 00:50 — Shadow Work: The Part Nobody Talks About
What shadow work is, why it's essential, and how it changes identity and behaviour.
00:50 – 00:55 — Abuse in Healing Spaces
A vulnerable reveal: predatory behaviour she experienced from a therapist during early recovery.
00:55 – end — Closing Thoughts 

]]> Wed, 03 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 4434 In this powerful and deeply honest episode of the WORD Podcast, the hosts sit down with the incredible Jen Healy — spiritual mentor, manifestation coach, and former “Yin Yang Yoga Jen.”
Jen opens up about her transformative healing journey, from early trauma and addiction recovery to becoming a guide who helps others manifest purpose, abundance, and emotional freedom.
This episode is raw, real, emotional, and inspirational — a must-listen for anyone on a healing or spiritual journey.

🕒 Timecodes / Chapters
00:00 – 00:01 — Opening Banter
The hosts kick off with jokes, chaos, and welcoming listeners back after a week off.
00:01 – 00:03 — Introducing Guest Jen Healy
Who she is, how she arrived, and the story behind her former brand “Yin Yang Yoga Jen.”
00:03 – 00:05 — Reinventing Identity & Moving Beyond Labels
Why Jen dropped the yoga-only identity and stepped into coaching, energy work, and personal development.
00:05 – 00:07 — What Reiki Really Is
Energy transfer, levels of attunement, and what makes someone a Reiki master.
00:07 – 00:09 — Jen’s First Experiences with Healing
Receiving Reiki during incredibly dark years, trauma, emotional release, and the first feeling of safety.
00:09 – 00:12 — Addiction, Anxiety & Entering Cocaine Anonymous
How addiction showed up, blackout drinking, and discovering spiritual awakening through CA.
00:12 – 00:15 — Empaths, Intuition & Frequency
Understanding empath energy, audience energy, and intuition awakening.
00:15 – 00:18 — Manifestation Explained Simply
Bob Proctor, visualisation, the mind as energy, and why imagination is the key.
00:18 – 00:21 — When Your Brain Blocks Your Manifestation
Why people can’t attract what they want and the tool Jen uses to break the pattern.
00:21 – 00:24 — The Universe, Parallel Selves & Higher Consciousness
How Jen personally defines “the universe” and how it links to identity and purpose.
00:24 – 00:27 — The Science of Energy & Mushrooms
DMT, consciousness, elements of the universe, and healing through psychedelics and microdosing.
00:27 – 00:31 — Microdosing, Mental Health & Rewiring the Brain
A raw discussion about mushrooms, emotional numbness, and reconnecting to joy.
00:31 – 00:34 — Lifelong Healing & Ancestral Work
Why healing never fully ends and what changes after the personal layer is cleared.
00:34 – 00:41 — The Big Question: Are You Always “An Addict”?
A powerful conversation on the identity of addiction and whether you can ever truly outgrow it.
00:41 – 00:45 — Trauma, Generational Wounds & Learning to Feel Love
Jen’s emotional breakthrough where she felt maternal love for the first time.
00:45 – 00:50 — Shadow Work: The Part Nobody Talks About
What shadow work is, why it's essential, and how it changes identity and behaviour.
00:50 – 00:55 — Abuse in Healing Spaces
A vulnerable reveal: predatory behaviour she experienced from a therapist during early recovery.
00:55 – end — Closing Thoughts 

]]> No Episode 15 | Deborah Gaby Baker | Medium, Clairvoyant & Spirit World Insights 15 15 Episode 15 | Deborah Gaby Baker | Medium, Clairvoyant & Spirit World Insights full 43f1c053-70f8-4e33-8778-ec7258bc7041 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b1ba575e Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 4038 No Episode 14 | Mary Byrne 14 14 Episode 14 | Mary Byrne full 5898b567-087c-461c-8fa5-17d5c456d59f https://share.transistor.fm/s/50883b48 Join Joe and Sherin Hughes as they welcome the one and only Mary Byrne - the Tesco worker who became an X Factor sensation and captured the hearts of Ireland!

]]> Join Joe and Sherin Hughes as they welcome the one and only Mary Byrne - the Tesco worker who became an X Factor sensation and captured the hearts of Ireland!

]]> Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 3615 Join Joe and Sherin Hughes as they welcome the one and only Mary Byrne - the Tesco worker who became an X Factor sensation and captured the hearts of Ireland!

]]> No Episode 13 | Úna Ennis (Archie's Army) 13 13 Episode 13 | Úna Ennis (Archie's Army) full ca48e185-b72b-4ed7-87ad-ac2ff9d14c0d https://share.transistor.fm/s/cf79f2fa In this powerful episode, hosts Joe and Sherin Hughes sit down with Úna Ennis, founder of Archie's Army and mother to 8-year-old Archie, who was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy just ten months ago.

About Archie's Army:
Archie's Army has raised €1.2 million towards the €3.5 million needed for gene therapy treatment in America. But the fight continues - not just for Archie, but for 110 boys in Ireland who need Translarna approved and available through the HSE.

GoFundMe:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/4s5t9y-please-help-our-boy

Sponsored by: Active Lams (10/10 party tray review!)

This is a story of hope, community, and a mother's unwavering determination to save her son's life. 💚

#ArchiesArmy #DuchenneMuscularDystrophy #Ireland #RareDisease #Community #Hope

]]> In this powerful episode, hosts Joe and Sherin Hughes sit down with Úna Ennis, founder of Archie's Army and mother to 8-year-old Archie, who was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy just ten months ago.

About Archie's Army:
Archie's Army has raised €1.2 million towards the €3.5 million needed for gene therapy treatment in America. But the fight continues - not just for Archie, but for 110 boys in Ireland who need Translarna approved and available through the HSE.

GoFundMe:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/4s5t9y-please-help-our-boy

Sponsored by: Active Lams (10/10 party tray review!)

This is a story of hope, community, and a mother's unwavering determination to save her son's life. 💚

#ArchiesArmy #DuchenneMuscularDystrophy #Ireland #RareDisease #Community #Hope

]]> Wed, 05 Nov 2025 18:43:38 +0000 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 3047 In this powerful episode, hosts Joe and Sherin Hughes sit down with Úna Ennis, founder of Archie's Army and mother to 8-year-old Archie, who was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy just ten months ago.

About Archie's Army:
Archie's Army has raised €1.2 million towards the €3.5 million needed for gene therapy treatment in America. But the fight continues - not just for Archie, but for 110 boys in Ireland who need Translarna approved and available through the HSE.

GoFundMe:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/4s5t9y-please-help-our-boy

Sponsored by: Active Lams (10/10 party tray review!)

This is a story of hope, community, and a mother's unwavering determination to save her son's life. 💚

#ArchiesArmy #DuchenneMuscularDystrophy #Ireland #RareDisease #Community #Hope

]]> No Episode 12 | Jason Byrne 12 12 Episode 12 | Jason Byrne full 00b15d7e-e299-48d8-b8d3-c30bc99e1a1c https://share.transistor.fm/s/a95e63a1 In this episode, Sherin and Joe sit down with Jason Byrne — founder of Rise Above It and Ballymun Running Club — to talk about his powerful journey through addiction, recovery, and how he’s now helping others through fitness, mindset, and community work.

Jason opens up about his 16-year struggle with addiction, the moment that changed everything, and how he’s now inspiring people across Ireland to “rise above it” — literally and figuratively. There are plenty of laughs too, from stories of wild nights to jokes that close the episode with a smile.

]]> In this episode, Sherin and Joe sit down with Jason Byrne — founder of Rise Above It and Ballymun Running Club — to talk about his powerful journey through addiction, recovery, and how he’s now helping others through fitness, mindset, and community work.

Jason opens up about his 16-year struggle with addiction, the moment that changed everything, and how he’s now inspiring people across Ireland to “rise above it” — literally and figuratively. There are plenty of laughs too, from stories of wild nights to jokes that close the episode with a smile.

]]> Wed, 29 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0000 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 2936 In this episode, Sherin and Joe sit down with Jason Byrne — founder of Rise Above It and Ballymun Running Club — to talk about his powerful journey through addiction, recovery, and how he’s now helping others through fitness, mindset, and community work.

Jason opens up about his 16-year struggle with addiction, the moment that changed everything, and how he’s now inspiring people across Ireland to “rise above it” — literally and figuratively. There are plenty of laughs too, from stories of wild nights to jokes that close the episode with a smile.

]]> No Episode 11 | Kiera Dignam 11 11 Episode 11 | Kiera Dignam full 0bc974a3-ae92-4d4f-ae15-f2dde4dca2f2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3bc5a40b Welcome to Episode 11 of The Joe Irish Podcast with Sherin Hughes.
In this episode, Sherin chats with Kiera Dignam, the talented singer and daughter of the late Christy Dignam, frontman of Aslan.

Kiera opens up about her life growing up in Finglas, her journey as a musician, becoming a mother at 17, balancing family and career. She also speaks candidly about her father’s illness, his passing, and how she continues to honour his legacy through her own music.

This episode is full of laughter, emotion, and raw honesty - a heartfelt conversation about life, family, and finding your voice.


#JoeIrishPodcast #KieraDignam #ChristyDignam #Aslan #IrishPodcast #IrishMusic #DublinPodcast #MusicPodcast #Ireland #FemaleArtists

]]> Welcome to Episode 11 of The Joe Irish Podcast with Sherin Hughes.
In this episode, Sherin chats with Kiera Dignam, the talented singer and daughter of the late Christy Dignam, frontman of Aslan.

Kiera opens up about her life growing up in Finglas, her journey as a musician, becoming a mother at 17, balancing family and career. She also speaks candidly about her father’s illness, his passing, and how she continues to honour his legacy through her own music.

This episode is full of laughter, emotion, and raw honesty - a heartfelt conversation about life, family, and finding your voice.


#JoeIrishPodcast #KieraDignam #ChristyDignam #Aslan #IrishPodcast #IrishMusic #DublinPodcast #MusicPodcast #Ireland #FemaleArtists

]]> Wed, 22 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 4699 Welcome to Episode 11 of The Joe Irish Podcast with Sherin Hughes.
In this episode, Sherin chats with Kiera Dignam, the talented singer and daughter of the late Christy Dignam, frontman of Aslan.

Kiera opens up about her life growing up in Finglas, her journey as a musician, becoming a mother at 17, balancing family and career. She also speaks candidly about her father’s illness, his passing, and how she continues to honour his legacy through her own music.

This episode is full of laughter, emotion, and raw honesty - a heartfelt conversation about life, family, and finding your voice.


#JoeIrishPodcast #KieraDignam #ChristyDignam #Aslan #IrishPodcast #IrishMusic #DublinPodcast #MusicPodcast #Ireland #FemaleArtists

]]> No Episode 10 | Coach Ken 10 10 Episode 10 | Coach Ken full 4a17b781-4cf7-4722-bb1e-48a8e4198437 https://share.transistor.fm/s/53848a13 🎙️ The JoeIrish Podcast with Sherin Hughes – Episode 10: Coach Ken
Welcome to a powerful and unfiltered episode featuring Coach Ken from the Cherry Orchard Running Club. From childhood in Bluebell to addiction, crime, and redemption, Ken shares his journey with brutal honesty, humour, and heart. This one’s a story of survival, community, and transformation.

🔔 Subscribe for more real conversations

💬 Let us know in the comments what part of Ken’s story hit you hardest.

📢 Follow us for more episodes that dig deep into real lives and real Dublin stories.

#JoeIrishPodcast #CoachKen #DublinStories #AddictionRecovery #CherryOrchard #IrishPodcast #SherinHughes #RealTalk #FestivalLife #StreetHustle #Bluebell #Ballyfermot

]]> 🎙️ The JoeIrish Podcast with Sherin Hughes – Episode 10: Coach Ken
Welcome to a powerful and unfiltered episode featuring Coach Ken from the Cherry Orchard Running Club. From childhood in Bluebell to addiction, crime, and redemption, Ken shares his journey with brutal honesty, humour, and heart. This one’s a story of survival, community, and transformation.

🔔 Subscribe for more real conversations

💬 Let us know in the comments what part of Ken’s story hit you hardest.

📢 Follow us for more episodes that dig deep into real lives and real Dublin stories.

#JoeIrishPodcast #CoachKen #DublinStories #AddictionRecovery #CherryOrchard #IrishPodcast #SherinHughes #RealTalk #FestivalLife #StreetHustle #Bluebell #Ballyfermot

]]> Wed, 15 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 4621 🎙️ The JoeIrish Podcast with Sherin Hughes – Episode 10: Coach Ken
Welcome to a powerful and unfiltered episode featuring Coach Ken from the Cherry Orchard Running Club. From childhood in Bluebell to addiction, crime, and redemption, Ken shares his journey with brutal honesty, humour, and heart. This one’s a story of survival, community, and transformation.

🔔 Subscribe for more real conversations

💬 Let us know in the comments what part of Ken’s story hit you hardest.

📢 Follow us for more episodes that dig deep into real lives and real Dublin stories.

#JoeIrishPodcast #CoachKen #DublinStories #AddictionRecovery #CherryOrchard #IrishPodcast #SherinHughes #RealTalk #FestivalLife #StreetHustle #Bluebell #Ballyfermot

]]> No Episode 9 | Shauna “Mama B” Bannon 9 9 Episode 9 | Shauna “Mama B” Bannon full 0994980b-1018-47c7-a78c-94587fdb7599 https://share.transistor.fm/s/47ec0859 In this episode, Joe Irish and Sherin Hughes welcome Shauna “Mama B” Bannon - the Dublin-born strawweight contender in the UFC - for an honest, behind-the-scenes conversation about life inside and outside the cage.

]]> In this episode, Joe Irish and Sherin Hughes welcome Shauna “Mama B” Bannon - the Dublin-born strawweight contender in the UFC - for an honest, behind-the-scenes conversation about life inside and outside the cage.

]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:03:59 +0100 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 4219 In this episode, Joe Irish and Sherin Hughes welcome Shauna “Mama B” Bannon - the Dublin-born strawweight contender in the UFC - for an honest, behind-the-scenes conversation about life inside and outside the cage.

]]> No Episode 8 | Sherin Hughes (The Sister Shed) 8 8 Episode 8 | Sherin Hughes (The Sister Shed) full 81bc9930-cff8-4370-886d-3edea05548ac https://share.transistor.fm/s/540155e4 In this episode, Joe chats with Sherien Hughes, CEO and co-founder of Sister Sheds. Sherien talks about starting Sister Sheds with her cousin Rachel during lockdown and how they created a space to help women look after their mental health.

]]> In this episode, Joe chats with Sherien Hughes, CEO and co-founder of Sister Sheds. Sherien talks about starting Sister Sheds with her cousin Rachel during lockdown and how they created a space to help women look after their mental health.

]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:01:50 +0100 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 4665 In this episode, Joe chats with Sherien Hughes, CEO and co-founder of Sister Sheds. Sherien talks about starting Sister Sheds with her cousin Rachel during lockdown and how they created a space to help women look after their mental health.

]]> No Episode 7 | Al Porter 7 7 Episode 7 | Al Porter full fd11be63-c5c5-428f-b3b8-7056043ef470 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e5c48383 In this episode, Joe is joined by comedian Al Porter and the lads from U Havin Us On Podcast for a fun and lively chat. They talk about comedy, life stories, and plenty of laughs along the way.

]]> In this episode, Joe is joined by comedian Al Porter and the lads from U Havin Us On Podcast for a fun and lively chat. They talk about comedy, life stories, and plenty of laughs along the way.

]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:01:02 +0100 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 4482 In this episode, Joe is joined by comedian Al Porter and the lads from U Havin Us On Podcast for a fun and lively chat. They talk about comedy, life stories, and plenty of laughs along the way.

]]> No Episode 6 | U Havin' Us On? pt.2 6 6 Episode 6 | U Havin' Us On? pt.2 full e5e30519-76fc-487e-8402-9c2a64e987a8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7b9fbc86 In this episode, Joe is joined by the lads from U Havin Us On Podcast for some great chat and plenty of laughs. They talk about Joe’s recent trip to Turkey for his hair transplant and new Turkey teeth, and swap stories about their first jobs and how it all began. 

]]> In this episode, Joe is joined by the lads from U Havin Us On Podcast for some great chat and plenty of laughs. They talk about Joe’s recent trip to Turkey for his hair transplant and new Turkey teeth, and swap stories about their first jobs and how it all began. 

]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:58:40 +0100 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 4365 In this episode, Joe is joined by the lads from U Havin Us On Podcast for some great chat and plenty of laughs. They talk about Joe’s recent trip to Turkey for his hair transplant and new Turkey teeth, and swap stories about their first jobs and how it all began. 

]]> No Episode 5 | Gary Lynch 5 5 Episode 5 | Gary Lynch full 3932514b-7196-4898-84f3-37c2f90a71c6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fd87ead0 In this episode, Joe sits down with comedian Gary Lynch for a chat full of laughs, stories, and straight talk. They get into life on the comedy scene, what inspires Gary’s humour, and how he finds light even in dark times.

A funny, honest, and down-to-earth conversation you won’t want to miss.

]]> In this episode, Joe sits down with comedian Gary Lynch for a chat full of laughs, stories, and straight talk. They get into life on the comedy scene, what inspires Gary’s humour, and how he finds light even in dark times.

A funny, honest, and down-to-earth conversation you won’t want to miss.

]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:57:34 +0100 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 3830 In this episode, Joe sits down with comedian Gary Lynch for a chat full of laughs, stories, and straight talk. They get into life on the comedy scene, what inspires Gary’s humour, and how he finds light even in dark times.

A funny, honest, and down-to-earth conversation you won’t want to miss.

]]> No Episode 4 | The Munchie Fella 4 4 Episode 4 | The Munchie Fella full f65c8e28-44fb-4808-9a41-f597fa1b79f4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/031c13c6 In this episode, Joe chats with Munchie Fella, a fellow homeless man and foodie content creator. The two first met back in 2022 while staying in emergency accommodation during the height of Ireland’s housing crisis.

They talk openly about what it’s really like being homeless, how it can feel like a prison sentence, and how tough it is to keep going when the system feels stacked against you.

It’s an honest and raw chat about life on the streets, the small moments of hope that keep you going, and why neither of them would wish homelessness on anyone.

Real talk, real stories, and a real look at what’s happening in Ireland today.

]]> In this episode, Joe chats with Munchie Fella, a fellow homeless man and foodie content creator. The two first met back in 2022 while staying in emergency accommodation during the height of Ireland’s housing crisis.

They talk openly about what it’s really like being homeless, how it can feel like a prison sentence, and how tough it is to keep going when the system feels stacked against you.

It’s an honest and raw chat about life on the streets, the small moments of hope that keep you going, and why neither of them would wish homelessness on anyone.

Real talk, real stories, and a real look at what’s happening in Ireland today.

]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:56:43 +0100 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 3298 In this episode, Joe chats with Munchie Fella, a fellow homeless man and foodie content creator. The two first met back in 2022 while staying in emergency accommodation during the height of Ireland’s housing crisis.

They talk openly about what it’s really like being homeless, how it can feel like a prison sentence, and how tough it is to keep going when the system feels stacked against you.

It’s an honest and raw chat about life on the streets, the small moments of hope that keep you going, and why neither of them would wish homelessness on anyone.

Real talk, real stories, and a real look at what’s happening in Ireland today.

]]> No Episode 3 | AHHHOWYAAA 3 3 Episode 3 | AHHHOWYAAA full fe653da4-4b33-48ae-b051-e2980da52ea4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2c2d5612 In this episode joeirish has the dublin duo social media sensation [ AHHHWOYAAA ] Lads , Keith and Charlie are flying on all platforms with a combining folowing of over 60K in a short time , have a nosey and give em a folow if ye dont alread

]]> In this episode joeirish has the dublin duo social media sensation [ AHHHWOYAAA ] Lads , Keith and Charlie are flying on all platforms with a combining folowing of over 60K in a short time , have a nosey and give em a folow if ye dont alread

]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:55:44 +0100 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 3164 In this episode joeirish has the dublin duo social media sensation [ AHHHWOYAAA ] Lads , Keith and Charlie are flying on all platforms with a combining folowing of over 60K in a short time , have a nosey and give em a folow if ye dont alread

]]> No Episode 2 | Patser and Dan 2 2 Episode 2 | Patser and Dan full c31f8900-3e07-4442-9d29-9abd5420b4a3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/77ea766e joeirish is joined this week with two of his comedy comrads Patser Murray and Dan Stephens

]]> joeirish is joined this week with two of his comedy comrads Patser Murray and Dan Stephens

]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:53:52 +0100 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 3400 joeirish is joined this week with two of his comedy comrads Patser Murray and Dan Stephens

]]> No Episode 1 | U Havin' Us On? 1 1 Episode 1 | U Havin' Us On? full c083e015-ade1-4fa5-91c3-aae463a7ccc9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/79b77e55 joeirish has banter with the lads from u having us on podcast 

they talk about holidays , love and pub jokes 

]]> joeirish has banter with the lads from u having us on podcast 

they talk about holidays , love and pub jokes 

]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:53:04 +0100 Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes Joe Dowlin & Sherin Hughes 4233 joeirish has banter with the lads from u having us on podcast 

they talk about holidays , love and pub jokes 

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