

The Laura Dowling Experience
Laura Dowling
Conversations about health, science, wellness, life, love, sex and everything in-between. Laura is a Pharmacist who loves to talk to interesting people about their unique life and work experiences. See @fabulouspharmacist on instagram for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dec 19, 2023 • 1h 41min
Politics, Crazy House Prices & Vacant Homes with Ciarán Mulqueen #064
Send us a textHomeless Crisis In Ireland - Ciarán Mulqueen discusses with Laura Dowling, Irish Politics, Crazy House Prices & Vacant Homes in episode 64 of the Laura Dowling Experience Podcast. Ciarán, author of 'How to Buy a Home in Ireland' and founder of the ' @crazyhouseprices social media accounts talks openly with Laura about buying a property in Ireland, the rising homelessness crisis, increasing rental prices, and the severe lack of house building initiatives from politicians in Ireland.This podcast is sponsored by TENAFrom my years working in pharmacy, it doesn’t surprise me that TENA are the global leader, and trusted by millions for products that help manage urinary incontinence both day and night. They’ve been developing incontinence products for over 60 years that protect securely against leaks, odour and moisture, offering a range that includes discreet feminine pads and liners and absorbent underwear. TENA are passionate about supporting anyone with bladder sensitivity, allowing people of all ages to continue to enjoy active and fulfilling lives. TENA is available to buy in Tesco, Supervalu, Dunnes, and leading Pharmacies. For more information go to Tena.ie.To find out more information about Fabuwellness and Laura Dowling please visit www.fabuwellness.comFor supplements created by fabuwellness please visit To find out more information about fabuwellness and Laura Dowling please visit https://fabuwellness.comfabÜ SHROOMS MENO & PERI https://fabuwellness.com/products/fabu-shrooms-meno-perifabÜ R&R RELAX https://fabuwellness.com/products/fabu-r-r-relax fabÜ SKIN GLOW https://fabuwellness.com/products/fabu-skin-glowfabÜ SHROOMS IMMUNE https://fabuwellness.com/products/fabu-shroom-immunefabÜ FOCUS BRAIN https://fabuwellness.com/products/fabu-focus-brainfabÜ GUT CULTURE https://fabuwellness.com/products/fabu-gut-cultureThanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 12, 2023 • 1h 42min
Dr. Rebecca O'Dwyer Epilepsy And The Brain | Being A Women In Medicine | Motherhood & Chasing Your Dreams #063
Send us a textIn this week's Podcast Episode, Laura Dowling, interviews Rebecca O'Dwyer, MD, and together they discuss Rebecca's knowledge of the treatment and research of Epilepsy in all age groups. Laura and Rebecca also talk openly about being a woman in medicine, sexual harassment, her Irish heritage, divorce, dating and motherhood, and traveling the world to achieve her dreams. Talking from personal experience of the American health system, and its systemic failures despite recent law changes in the US to support patients with short and long-term illnesses. As a practicing clinician and as a mother whose child required pediatric care Rebecca talks about the limitations of the US healthcare system, the vast differences, rules, and regulations, and the price some people, despite having insurance cannot afford to pay to receive the right medicines and treatment for them. Stick around to the end as Dr Rebecca O'Dwyer's closing words will drive you forward to chase your dreams! Rebecca O'Dwyer, MD, was born and raised in Dublin and moved to Munich for medical school where she completed her medical thesis in temporal lobe epilepsy semiology. She completed an epilepsy fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic before completing a neurology residency at Georgetown University Medical Center. She then did a clinical neurophysiology fellowship at SUNY Upstate Medical Center. O'Dwyer is a member of the AAN and AES and a member of the AES guidelines committee.Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 5, 2023 • 1h 16min
Clare Daly, Irish Politician & Member of The European Parliament for Ireland #062
Send us a textClare Daly, Female Irish Politician and member of the European Parliament for Ireland | Discusses with Laura Dowling from the Laura Dowling Experience about Irish Politics and where Ireland stands in Europe as an independent country.Laura and Clare Daly talk openly about the Dublin riots. Migration in and out of Ireland, Israel Palestinian War, Russia Ukraine War, Sanctions initiated by the American government and the European Parliament on aggressors in war.What it’s like being a Woman in politics, aggression, threats, and the ‘one narrative’ she is working to break down and openly discuss what is going on inside the European Parliament. Clare is passionate about opening up politics to all and discussing what often isn’t discussed in politics!To find out more information about Fabuwellness and Laura Dowling please visit www.fabuwellness.comFor supplements created by fabuwellness please visit Meno & Peri https://fabuwellness.com/en-gb/products/fabu-shrooms-meno-periSkin Glow https://fabuwellness.com/en-gb/products/fabu-skin-glowR&R Relax https://fabuwellness.com/en-gb/products/fabu-r-r-relaxFabu Shroom Immune https://fabuwellness.com/en-gb/products/fabu-shroom-immuneFabu Focus Brain https://fabuwellness.com/en-gb/products/fabu-focus-brainGut Culture https://fabuwellness.com/en-gb/products/fabu-gut-cultureThanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 27, 2023 • 1h 33min
Cancel Culture On Social Media | Experiencing War As A Child | Living in Ireland | Prof El-Khuffash #61
Send us a textCancel Culture On Social Media | Experiencing War As A Child | Episode 61 of The Laura Dowling Experience.Prof El-Khuffash, speaks openly to Laura during this podcast episode about the growing 'cancel culture' on social media, speaking the truth and why he decided to remove an article he published on social media due to the aftermath of experiencing the effects of 'Cancel Culture' first hand. Afif also shares his opinion on neonatal/maternity research funding, and the introduction of IVF funding in Ireland for all.On a more personal front, Afif, also speaks openly about how he experienced war firsthand as a child growing up in Kuwait and how he and his wife now work and live in Ireland with their children.Prof EL-Khuffash is a Consultant Neonatologist and Paediatrician. He is a qualified International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. His two primary clinical and research areas of expertise are heart function in neonates and the promotion of breastfeeding, and breastfeeding support, to new mothers. He also has extensive expertise in general feeding issues encountered by babies over the first few months. #cancelculture #podcastshow #livinginireland This podcast has been sponsored by https://www.boynevalley.com/brands/boyne-valley-honey Manuka Honey - is tasty and good for you this winter 🍯 🤤Thank you Boyne Valley Manuka Honey for tasting absolutely delicious AND for sponsoring my winter wellness podcast series. Make sure to pick up Boyne Valley Mauka Honey in your local supermarket and get Winter ready. Check out https://www.instagram.com/boynevalleygroupTo find out more information about Fabuwellness and Laura Dowling please visit www.fabuwellness.comFor supplements created by Fabuwellness please visit Meno & Peri https://fabuwellness.com/en-gb/products/fabu-shrooms-meno-periSkin Glow https://fabuwellness.com/en-gb/products/fabu-skin-glowR&R Relax https://fabuwellness.com/en-gb/products/fabu-r-r-relaxFabu Shroom Immune https://fabuwellness.com/en-gb/products/fabu-shroom-immuneFabu Focus Brain https://fabuwellness.com/en-gb/products/fabu-focus-brainGut Culture https://fabuwellness.com/en-gb/products/fabu-gut-cultureThanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 21, 2023 • 1h 41min
Dr. Coleman Noctor, psychotherapist. The pressure to always feel 10/10, anxiety in kids and teens, and what society places importance on...it's not all about the tinder profile! #060
Send us a textThis podcast has been sponsored by @boynevalleyhoney. Manuka honey is tasty and good for you this winter 🍯 🤤Thank you Boyne Valley Manuka Honey for tasting absolutely delicious AND for sponsoring my winter wellness podcast series. Make sure to pick up Boyne Valley Mauka Honey in your local supermarket and get Winter ready. Check out @boynevalleyhoney on Instagram for more information.Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 14, 2023 • 57min
Breege O’Donoghue turned Primark/Penneys from an Irish brand into a global retail giant. This is her story. Episode #059
Send us a textThis podcast has been sponsored by @boynevalleyhoney manuka honey - is tasty and good for you this winter 🍯 🤤Thank you Boyne Valley Manuka Honey for tasting absolutely delicious AND for sponsoring my winter wellness podcast series. Make sure to pick up Boyne Valley Mauka Honey in your local supermarket and get Winter ready. Check out @boynevalleyhoney on Instagram for more information.The Laura Dowling Experience is brought to you by fabÜ, nutritional supplements formulated and developed by me. 🍄💙💛🌿Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 9, 2023 • 1h 49min
The Muslim Faith & The Israel - Palestinian Conflict with Shaykh Dr. Umar Al-Qadri - #058
Send us a textShaykh Dr. Umar Al-Qadri discusses the Muslim faith and Islam and what it means to be a Muslim and discusses some of the practices associated with the Muslim faith such as abstaining from certain foods and drink, the practices of prayer, women and Islam, Islamophobia extremists, Gaza, Palestine and the Israel conflict and why diplomacy is the only way forward to tackle the oppression of the Palestinian people.Shaykh Dr Umar al-Qadri is a leading Irish Muslim religious and social thinker and commentator. A qualified theologian and jurist, he works for cohesion, integration, and a fairer society from his positions as Chairperson of the Irish Muslim Peace & Integration Council and Head Imam at the Islamic Centre of Ireland. He is also an SME owner and the father of three loving children.Born in Pakistan, raised in the Netherlands, and, having made Ireland his home for more than two decades, he understands that our complex human narratives do not have to result in isolation or otherisation, but that we can and should embrace our complex narratives in a spirit of solidarity and togetherness. It is this spirit that has seen him forge strong personal friendships and working relationships with majority and minority communities throughout Ireland and Europe, with a special interest in ensuring socio-economic fairness for marginalised groups and the recognition of equal rights for all communities.He has worked as an advisor to the European Union’s Fundamental Rights Agency (FRA), is an alumnus of the United States International Visitor Leadership Program, as well as working on several projects tackling Islamophobia and anti-Muslim sentiments. A long-term critic of extremism and radicalisation, he unequivocally condemns Islamist violence whilst calling upon policymakers to tackle the social exclusion that creates the perfect vacuum for hate preachers to radicalise vulnerable individuals.This podcast has been sponsored by @boynevalleyhoney manuka honey - is tasty and good for you this winter 🍯 🤤Thank you Boyne Valley Manuka Honey for tasting absolutely delicious AND for sponsoring my winter wellness podcast series. Make sure to pick up Boyne Valley Mauka Honey in your local supermarket and get Winter ready. Check out @boynevalleyhoney on Instagram for more informationThanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 7, 2023 • 1h 49min
Let’s talk about boobs, with Ms. Éilis Fitzgerald - #057
Send us a textLet’s talk about women’s boobs, with Ms. Éilis Fitzgerald - Episode #057 of the Laura Dowling Podcast Dr. Éilis Fitzgerald is a plastic surgeon who specializes in breast reduction and the effect of large breasts on women's health.More information about breast reduction can be found here https://www.fitzgeraldplasticsurgery....Breast reduction is a surgical procedure in which the volume of breast tissue is reduced, the breast reshaped, and the nipple repositioned to a higher position. It carries one of the highest patient satisfaction rates of any cosmetic surgery procedure. In addition to the improvement in the cosmetic appearance of the breast, many women notice an improvement in physical symptoms such as skin rashes, shoulder grooving from bra straps, and neck/ back pain (assuming there is no other underlying cause). In addition, clothing selection and participation in exercise tend to become easier, which contributes to the increased self-confidence often seen after this operation.For more information about this conversation, visit https://fabuwellness.com/Connect on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fabuwellness/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@fabulouspharm...Subscribe to this channel https://www.youtube.com/@UCm8i90PQVxa... This podcast has been sponsored by @boynevalleyhoney manuka honey - is tasty and good for you this winter 🍯 🤤Thank you Boyne Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 31, 2023 • 1h 17min
Meghan O'Neill, OnlyFans adult performer talks all things sexuality - #056
Send us a textThis is one thought provoking episode! Meghan O Neill discusses working in the adult industry, online hate, her kids , past trauma and how she sees her career progressing. Brought to you by @boynevalleyhoney manuka honey - tasty and good for you this winter 🍯 🤤Thank you Boyne valley manuka honey for tasting absolutely delicious AND for sponsoring my winter wellness podcast series. Make sure to pick up Boyne Valley Mauka Honey in your local supermarket and get Winter ready. Check out @boynevalleyhoney on Instagram for more informationThanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 24, 2023 • 1h 42min
Hormonal health with endocrinologist Dr. Mary Ryan #055
Send us a textHormonal health with the one and only Dr. Mary Ryan ✨We talk all things hormones and how women can help and empower themselves through all stages of life. NOT TO BE MISSED!!Thank you Boyne valley manuka honey for tasting absolutely delicious AND for sponsoring my winter wellness podcast series. Weather is getting colder and Boyne valley Mauka honey is a great product to have in your winter wellness toolkit. Boyne Valley Manuka honey is full of natural goodness and natural antibacterial properties . Manuka honey is world- renowned for these properties. Boyne Valley 100% certified Pure Manuka Honey is harvested from bees that collect pollen from the New Zealand Manuka bushEnjoy straight from the spoon just like my gang, or make it into a tasty warm drink or tea Make sure to pick up Boyne Valley Mauka Honey in your local supermarket and get Winter ready. Check out @boynevalleyhoney on Instagram for more informationThanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


