The Gab with Ronan Lardner

The Strength Within with Cilléin Groom and Alan Chanter

Cilléin Groom is Ireland's strongest man. He is a 27 year old Galwegian. I wanted to meet with this 'tour de force' to get inside his head and lifestyle. I caught up with him and his boss, friend and sponsor, Alan Chanter at Alan's thriving business, Health Plus on Abbeygate St. Galway
Music credits: Moka music and Hadwin Channel

Dubh House with Orla Tighe & Claire Finegan

We speak with Orla Tighe and Claire Finegan of Dubh House Studio, who specialise in Interior Architecture & Design for both residential and commercial properties.
Over the years we have evolved from living in our houses, to loving in our homes.Our dwellings have become places of adventure, fun, functionality and calm, while our workplace has become a place of inspiration and creativity.
Listen as Orla and Claire bring their expertise to your front door, and give you an alternative & joyous way to live.
Follow them on Facebook and Instagram.
Credits: Hadwin Chanel, Mokka Music.

Hips don’t lie with Paddy Creaven: Revisited

A couple of months back, I sat with Paddy Creaven for an honest and open podcast. He was on a weight loss mission while trying to recuperate after surgery. His 'failure is not an option' proverb, saw him through this challenging time. The positive and supportive reaction to his story warranted a revisit. His story continues, with a bright and active future. 
Music credit:
Mokka Music, Hadwin Chanel 
 

Raise your voice with Dr. Caren Hession

Do you sit in a meeting afraid to give your opinion? Do you go along to a dinner party and sit without uttering a word? Do you feel self-conscious about speaking in public? Would you like to lead a more empowered, courageous and value-focused life. 
A new type of self-development programme designed by Galway women, Dr. Caren Hession entitled ‘Born To Rise’ is now helping women and men across the country to find their voice with a breakthrough technique using music and song. I sat with Caren at her studio in Carnmore for a very interesting conversation….
Check out her website for more information www.carenhession.com
 She has an upcoming two-day Born To Rise self-development programme taking place in the Town Hall Theatre, Galway on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th January. www.tht.ie   Tel 091 569777
 
Music credits: Mokka music and Hadwin Channel.

Charlotte’s Vision with Virgie, Michelle and Caroline

Charlotte Sweeney was a young woman who embraced life, loved new challenges and had a heart of gold. A metastatic breast cancer diagnosis may have put an obstacle in her way, but her zest for life kept her going in the face of adversity. Sadly, she was taken from her family and friends in December of last year. As a keen Scientist, she explored her illness, and now in her memory, her family and friends want to continue her legacy with Charlotte's Vision. I sat with her mam, Virgie and two friends, Michelle and Caroline. We talked fondly about Charlotte, and the upcoming New Year's Eve Ball.
Music credit: Mokka Music and The Hadwin Channel.

Hips don’t lie with Paddy Creaven

Tuam native, Paddy Creaven, is on a mission. After crippling hip pain brought him to a sobering meeting with a consultant, Paddy was told the inevitable. 'Get the weight down, and surgery for an arthritic hip was a possibility'. The Tuam man has been battling obesity most of his life, but has turned things around, and is using his challenge in a proactive and productive way. He has already reached his goal, and is staring at it in the rear view mirror. He isn't finished yet! Take a listen to this inspiring guy's story........ so far.
Music credits: Hadwin Channel, Mokka Music

The Kitman with Padraig Carr

When you receive a call from one of the most celebrated footballers to ever grace the green carpet to be the kitman for his team, there really is only one answer. Padraig Carr got that call from Padraic Joyce, the Galway football Manager.
Listen, as Padraig speaks of his role, training sessions, big match days and those golden memories
Music credits: Mokka Music and Hadwin Channel.

Head to Head with Declan Slattery and Andrew Carney

Welcome to episode 14.This time Ronan decided to sit and have a discussion about men's mental health. He called upon two friends for a chat, Declan Slattery and Andrew Carney. Hopefully, some of the issues raised will help someone to open up about their own mental health, or seek professional advice.
Music credit: Hadwin Channel and Mokka music
 

Child’s Play with Hazel Curran

Hazel Curran is the proprietor of Amy's House Creche and After School Care in Claregalway. She is a bundle of energy, and spreads fun and positivity through life and her business. A lady not to rest on her laurels, she had a unique idea. An idea that is proving to be very successful. You hire a Gardener to look after your garden, an Interior Decorator to help with home decor, why not a helping hand during pregnancy and beyond?
Listen to Hazel as she speaks of this truly niche market.
Music credits: Hadwin Channel and Mokka Music

Seasons Greetings with Barbara Dowling

Who would organize a Christmas event in June? There is one name that comes to mind Barbara Dowling. This Kerry woman living in Longford, is positivity personified. An accomplished musician and teacher, she faced many health obstacles over the past three years with great determination and wit. Listen to her story, as she speaks of coincidence, Brain Tumor Ireland and a bonkers idea that has come to fruition. All that’s left for me to say is …… Merry Christmas!
Music credits: Hadwin Channel and Mokka Music