Keith Barry’s Open Mind

Liz and Nikki Dwyer are the powerhouse sisters behind The Future Beauty Show. Calling themselves the 'human guinea pigs' of non-invasive aesthetics, they are obsessed with the innovation and science in the world of beauty and wellness. In this episode, they take Keith through the biggest trends reshaping how we look and feel, from why everyone is on Ozempic to why they believe everyone should be e...

Fergus Farrell is the definition of resilience. After a devastating spinal cord injury left him paralysed, he was told he’d never walk again.  Within a year, he proved the impossible wrong, walking 206km across Ireland, along with many intense endurance challenges since.   He has worked his way up from rock bottom to rebuild his life through visualisation and hard work. He shares how the...

Fiona Brennan’s is a clinical hypnotherapist, TEDx speaker, and bestselling author of The Positive Habit. Fiona joins Keith Barry to share how her acting roots, the loss of her father, and her belief in the science of HeartMath shaped her life’s work. Fiona opens up about how our thoughts can physically transform our bodies, why slowing down is essential to healing, and the surprising story of how...

You may know Dave Moore as one of Ireland’s leading broadcasters, but did you know he wrote a hit song that made it to number one outside of Ireland? Dave’s long career in radio and music has given him some incredible stories to tell: from studying Russian (in Russia) and jazz, to Mel Gibson owning socks with his face on them. He tells us all about the suspicious “adult playdate” that led to him m...

Nuala Moore is one of the most daring extreme swimmers in the world. In 2006, she was part of a six-person team that swam 1,330km around the island of Ireland over 56 days, one of the most challenging swims ever completed.  From completing record-breaking swims in the Bering Strait and the Drake Passage to immersing herself in some of the world’s coldest waters, Nuala has spent her life explo...

What would you do if the world as you know it suddenly collapsed? This week on Open Mind, Keith Barry sits down with Frank Deegan — survivalist, engineer, and co-founder of the Irish Survivalist Group. For more than a decade, Frank has been preparing for scenarios most of us never want to imagine: food shortages, power grid failures, or even societal breakdown. From bunkers and stockpiles, to fora...

At just 18 years of age, David Gilna was struck by lightning — an event so rare it carries odds of less than one in a million. His heart stopped three times that day, and his life was changed forever. What could have ended his story became the spark for a remarkable career as an award-winning playwright, producer, and performer. Writing gave David a way to process his trauma and turned his pain in...

Keith sits down with Níall Ó Murchú, one of Ireland’s leading breathwork experts who studied under Wim Hof and has now developed his own methods to train breathwork facilitators around Ireland and online. Níáll tells us about his journey from international athlete to wellness expert and explains the incredible psychological and physiological benefits of both breathwork and cold therapy, from stres...

You may know Keith as a TV personality or for his magic and brain hacks, but do you know how he found his passion for the mind and became a mindset coach? This week, we're putting Keith in the hot seat to answer all the questions that you, the listeners, have sent in. From the magic in his youth to ice baths, and tips on how to self-hypnotise and overcome your fears, Keith's got an abundance of kn...

This week Keith is joined by Resilience Specialist Dr. Brian Pennie. Brian has a remarkable story about overcoming childhood trauma that led him to a 15 year heroin addiction. Now holidng a doctorate in neuroscience, Brian shares his the personal insight he has gained from his life experience and studies, including how he's turned his anxiety into his super power. Keith and Brian also discuss all...

Keith's on holidays this week, but while you are waiting for a new episode, send your questions to keith@goloudnow.com and Keith will answer them in upcoming episodes

Keith sits down with Dr. Liam Challenor to explore how algorithms silently shape everything we see on social media. From the psychology of scrolling to the ethical questions behind curated content, they unpack the hidden mechanics driving our digital behavior. If you've ever wondered who's really in control of your feed—this one's for you.

Keith sits down with yoga teacher and wellness advocate Maura Rath for a deeply insightful conversation on all things yoga. From the roots of the practice to its modern-day benefits, Maura shares her journey into yoga, how it transformed her life, and how you can tap into its power for both mind and body. Expect real talk, practical tips, and plenty of laughs as Keith and Maura explore the interse...

In this episod , Keith sits down with his own mentor Tony Sadar —a seasoned leader, thinker, and guide who’s had a profound impact on Keith's personal and professional journey. They dive deep into the power of mentorship, the importance of resilience, and what it really takes to grow through life's toughest challenges.

Keith sits down with social media sensation Charleen Murphy for an eye-opening chat about the realities of being an influencer. Charleen pulls back the curtain on life behind the grid, sharing the highs, lows, and unexpected pressures of living in the digital spotlight. Together, they discuss the mental resilience needed to thrive online, and the secrets to staying authentic in a world obsessed wi...

Keith sits down with renowned musician, poet, and Kíla frontman Rónán Ó Snodaigh for an inspiring and wide-ranging conversation. In this episode, Keith and Rónán explore the power of intuition, creativity, and the “flow state” that connects performance, art, and the mind. They swap stories from the stage and discuss how music, rhythm, and mental focus can transform both the artist and the audience...

In this fascinating episode, Keith sits down with acclaimed neuroscientist and psychologist Professor Ian Robertson . Together, they dive deep into the incredible science of the human brain, exploring topics like confidence, resilience, the psychology of fear, and how we can all harness mental techniques to transform our lives. Professor Robertson shares insights from decades of research, along wi...

In this thought-provoking episode, Keith sits down with Dr. Michael Murphy, the Music Industries Lecturer in IADT (Institute of Art, Design + Technology), to explore the intersection of creativity, media, and the role of music in his life. Dr. Murphy offers fascinating insights into how he ended up working with the Foo Fighters, the Red Hot Chilli Peppers and David Bowie, all by accident. Expect a...

This week on the podcast, I sit down with ADHD coach Ailín Kennedy who discovered in her 30s that she had ADHD after years of misdiagnoses.  We dive deep into her journey, the emotional impact of being misdiagnosed and misunderstood, and how she turned her late diagnosis into a mission to help others thrive with ADHD. If you've ever felt misunderstood or like something just didn’t add up...

In this episode, Keith sits down with former GAA star and healer Diarmuid Lyng for a powerful and heartfelt conversation. Diarmuid shares his journey from sports to spirituality, and how he now helps others reconnect with themselves, nature, and their inner truth. Through stories of healing, Irish identity, and personal transformation, this chat dives deep into what it means to truly live well. Yo...

In this episode, Keith sits down with former GAA star and healer Diarmuid Lyng for a powerful and heartfelt conversation. Diarmuid shares his journey from sports to spirituality, and how he now helps others reconnect with themselves, nature, and their inner truth. Through stories of healing, Irish identity, and personal transformation, this chat dives deep into what it means to truly live well. Yo...

This week, Keith sits down with singer, actress, and author Andrea Corr for an intimate and wide-ranging chat. This laid-back, heartfelt chat with the dives into everything from growing up in a musical family to life on tour with The Corrs, and how Andrea stays grounded through it all. There’s laughter, a few surprises.

Keith sits down with Damian Browne — former professional rugby player turned world-record-breaking explorer. Together, they unpack the raw power of the human mind, the role of fear and resilience in extreme situations, and how mental toughness is forged through suffering and solitude. From surviving the open and wild seas of the Atlantic to confronting the limits of physical and psychological endu...

In this spine-tingling episode, Keith dives into the world of the supernatural with guest PJ O'Sullivan, a paranormal investigator with Púca Vogue Paranormal . From haunted castles to unexplained encounters, PJ shares his most chilling experiences on the ghost hunting frontlines, revealing what really goes on during a paranormal investigation in Ireland. Together, they explore the line between the...

Keith sits down with leading Cyber Psychologist Dr. Nicola Fox Hamilton to unravel the complex web of human behaviour in the digital age. From the psychology of online dating to the alarming rise in romance scams, Dr. Fox Hamilton sheds light on how our minds adapt—and sometimes fall victim—to life online. They also delve into the digital lives of children, exploring the impact of screen time, soc...