Alive and Kicking with Clare McKenna

This week on the Alive & Kicking Podcast:Georgie Crawford on the life changes giving her the good glow lately, Fiona Brennan launches our monthly therapy session where she answers your emails, and Marie McCarthy 'The Mindset Coach' on getting yourself ready for back-to-school.

On this week's Alive & Kicking Podcast: Journalist and author, Liz Hoggard on just how supersized our portions have become. Fiona Tuomey lost her daughter, Milly, to suicide in 2016 - she joins Clare to discuss the impact that had on her life and how it compelled her to set up 'Healing Untold Grief Groups' (HUGG). If you are affected by any of the issues raised on today's podcast, you can contact: - Childline by calling 1800 666 666 (free) or texting to 50101 (free) - Pieta House by calling 1800 247 247 (free) - Samaritans by calling 116 123 (free) or text 087 260 9090 (free)

Photos and selfies: the social currency we spend to connect, express, and celebrate. But what about us camera-shy folk? Join Clare in conversation with Sharon Huggard, the Style and Confidence Coach behind #GetInThePicture – a global movement to boost confidence and authenticity. Navigating the health of our future generation isn't simple. Yet, former midwife and nutritionist Kathy Whyte redefines the game with a pregnancy health hub. She unveils her ambitious Irish care revolution and more information or resources can be found at nurturemum.ie. Meet Frank Fahey: The voice behind 'Write On'. Discover how this collective beckons writers to unite, create, and see their words come to life.

On this week’s podcast, Clare hears Gerry Hussey's insights on overcoming challenges and the profound life lessons that sports can offer us. Eimear Daly joins Clare to discuss the most recent updates in the realms of health and wellness. And Dr James Kinross shares his expertise in leading a research team dedicated to exploring the links between the microbiome and chronic diseases.

This week on the Alive & Kicking Podcast: Dr. Nils Hoem on the balancing act of harvesting Krill Oil for the health of the human race while also protecting the Earth's ecosystems. And as the government announced that a round of funded IVF will be made available, Clare hears from two groups who have been left out of the process.

This week on the Alive & Kicking Podcast: Enda McGrattan on living with HIV and aiming to replace stigma with positive vibes. Clare chats to Janine van Someren, founder of The Wellbeing Advantage and Firstbeat Life, who along with her husband, turned her PHD and coaching of world-class athletes into wearable tech. And helping with dementia research in Ireland with JP Connelly, Clinical Research Manager, Dementia Research Group, St. James’s Hospital.

Kate McDaid on going from performance on the basketball court and football pitch to performance nutrition. Clare speaks to three women involved in cancer research, from the laboratory to clinical trials, to the people at the forefront of advances. And Niall Breslin on his epic physical challenge to raise money to bring mental health programmes to our schools.

This week on the Alive & Kicking Podcast: Cormac Ryan on how a health issue ended his GAA career, moving on from an eating disorder, and his unique take on his work as a physio. Chef Erica Drum returns with what’s in season and some left-field suggestions for the barbecue. And Brian Crooke of 'Workplace Wellbeing' on the first-of-its-kind research in Ireland on the impact wellness in the corporate world could make.

On the Alive & Kicking Podcast this week: Marie McCarthy looked in the mirror at 39 and wondered why she wasn’t further along in life. Even though she had a good salary, a family, a home, and a fancy car there was something not quite fulfilling her. Her journey out of this led her to retrain as a mindset coach to empower others to take control of their lives - she joins Clare to discuss. Clare met Naoise Ni Bhroin in D Light studios in Dublin to give techno yoga a try. And the Irish Life marathon takes place in Dublin on October 29th and many people will run for a host of different reasons – one of those will be Venetia Quick who began running after he life was turned upside down following the loss of her husband Martin - she joins Clare to tell her more.

On the Alive & Kicking Podcast this week: Siobhan O’Hagan on the power of values and why it’s OK to change course. Professional matchmaker, Feargal Harrington & Irish Daily Mail features editor and columnist, Lisa Brady of the 'Is This Why You're Single' Podcast. And Lorraine Boyce, the 'Down Below Physio' on taking the taboo out of our health.