Podcast Episodes
The complete list of all our episodes. Click on each episode to see extensive show notes & unique workbooks. Available on all podcast platforms.
#64: Paul Biddulph - The Importance of Therapy
Paul and Jim come from similar stock, in the sense that a big chunk of their perspective was cultivated over 4 years with the help of the same few lecturers in IADT Dun Laoghaire. Paul is now a practicing counsellor, who holds the majority of his sessions online. During this conversation, we cover the state of Irish mental health services, what Paul would recommend if one is struggling in the midst of these services, along with some of his favourite modes of inquiry and practices that have worked for him and his clients. Paul is a warm soul and it was a true delight having him on.
#60: Dr Stephen Ilardi - How to Overcome Depression
Join the guys as they talk to Dr Stephen Ilardi about overcoming depression without drugs. Dr Stephen Ilardi, is an associate professor of clinical psychology at the University of Kansas and the author of over 40 professional articles on mental illness, as well as the highly acclaimed book “The Depression Cure”. We talk to Dr Stephen about his 6-step program to beat depression without drugs which can be found in his life-changing book. These simple steps can help you overcome depression or help prevent it if implemented correctly.
#59: Dr Gaétan Chevalier - Earthing; Mother Nature's Cure?
Join the guys as they talk to Dr Gaétan Chevalier about Earthing. Earthing is a fairly recent scientific discovery which basically means that we need to be in direct contact with the Earth’s surface (land or sea). Research shows that connecting to the Earth’s natural energy can improve our health!
#58: Anna Fiona Keogh - Healing Properties of Dance
Anna Fiona Keogh is an experienced dance movement therapist and researcher based in Ireland. In this conversation, we explore how she came across this underground yet emerging field of therapy, how she approaches sessions as well who could benefit from this healing practice.
#51: Declan Rothwell - Acupuncture; an Ancient Medicine
In this episode, Jim speaks with renowned acupuncture practitioner, Declan Rothwell. Declan, based in Dublin, speaks on his journey towards acupuncture and how he walked away from a secure office job to pursue a career in this Ancient Chinese Medicine. He explains in plain language what are the beliefs underpinning this practice, what are the core aims, and why it can ‘work’ for some people and not for others. Declan also provides clear examples of patient transformations after undergoing acupuncture and what he believes are key tenets to health. This is an insightful chat hearing about a polarising form of healing (especially in the West) from someone who has been practicing for over 25 years. We hope this opens your mind to this ancient medicine and the beliefs underpinning it.
#47: Jessica Harris - Moving Forwards with Music
Join us as we talk to Jessica Harris, a music therapist from Ireland. We talk about music therapy, what it entails, what it looks like and what it can help achieve given the right circumstances as well as the troubles to establish it worldwide as a recognised clinical therapy practice.
#32: Bharati Corinna Glanert - Darkness Retreat
Join Jim, as he talks to Bharati Corinna Glanert, about darkness retreats. Why do people go? Can it help you learn more about and accept yourself on a deeper level?
#31: Dr Gordon C. Nagayama Hall - Cultural Adaption & Psychotherapy
Join Jim & Seb, as they talk to Dr Gordon C. Nagayama Hall who is especially interested in culture and mental health, cultural adaptations of psychotherapy, and Asian American psychology.
#30: Dr Marie Keenan - Sexual Abuse & Restorative Justice
Join Jim and Seb, as they talk to Dr Marie Keenan, who is a lecturer at the School of Social Policy, Social Work and Social Justice, University College Dublin and a member of the Advisory Board of UCD's Criminology Institute.
#18: David Champion - Magic Mushrooms & Mental Health
Join Jim and Seb, as they talk to David Champion. David runs Unlimited Sciences, a psychedelic research nonprofit using data to understand how psychedelic therapy can become a reality for all in need.
#14: Katherina Kavungu - Trauma & Family Constellation Therapy
Join Jim and Seb, as they talk to Katherina Kavungu, a former German lawyer turned Identity-oriented Psychotrauma Therapist, Certified Regression Therapist and Family Constellation Practitioner.