Alive and Kicking with Clare McKenna
Newstalk
Clare McKenna looks at ‘health’ in the widest sense of the word. From mindfulness to skin problems, from personal health journeys to tips for better exercise, Clare tries to bring you a dose of happy and healthy living.CONVERSATION THAT COUNTS | Ireland’s national independent talk station for news, sport, analysis and entertainmentListen to Newstalk at http://newstalk.com/listenlive | Download the GoLoud app now, the new home for Newstalk
Episodes
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Oct 12, 2025 • 13min
Have we lost the skill of healthy debate?
Guest: Psychotherapist Daniella Moyles from Dinner with the Enemy
Oct 12, 2025 • 15min
Celebrating The Vulva
Guest: The Fabulous Pharmacist Laura Dowling
Oct 12, 2025 • 14min
The pressure of the ‘always on’ culture
Dr. Carol Rogan, a Chartered Psychologist at Irish Life Wellbeing, dives deep into the pressures of the 'always on' culture. She discusses how greater awareness in mental health has led to more reported issues. Rogan suggests reframing stress as an opportunity, while highlighting the negative impact of excessive digital device use. Practical tips like the WWW check promote mindful tech habits. She also addresses the challenges faced by midlife working parents and offers insights on enhancing workplace wellbeing through flexibility and financial support.
Oct 12, 2025 • 46min
Alive and Kicking Full Episode 12/10/25
Guests:Dr Carol Rogan, Chartered Psychologist, Irish Life WellbeingFabulous Pharmacist Laura DowlingPsychotherapist Daniella Moyles from Dinner with the Enemy
Oct 5, 2025 • 9min
Using creativity to start meaningful conversations about mental health
Guest:Barbara Brennan of Mental Health MattersLorna Quinn
Oct 5, 2025 • 19min
Dealing with severe food allergies
Guest: Dr Aideen Byrne, Consultant in Immunology (Allergy) and practices primarily in CHI at Crumlin, & mum Aideen Murphy
Oct 5, 2025 • 15min
The role of a cancer awareness nurse
Guest: Nurse Sarah Egan
Oct 5, 2025 • 46min
Alive and Kicking Full Episode 5/10/25
Guests:Dr Aideen Byrne, Consultant in Immunology (Allergy) and practices primarily in CHI at Crumlin, & mum Aideen MurphyBarbara Brennan of Mental Health MattersNurse Sarah Egan
Sep 28, 2025 • 31min
Pathways To Parenthood - Pregnancy Loss
Guests:Dominique McMullan, Editorial Director, Image.ieDee Kelly, Finding Space podcastHelen Vaughan, Therapist with The Coast CounsellingSupport available at miscarriage.ie
Sep 28, 2025 • 14min
Dealing with AI Anxiety
Guest: Futureproof Presenter Jonathan McCrea
