The Brian O'Loughlin Podcast

In this episode, I sit down withmy old school friend and social media influencer, David Fitzpatrick. Wetalk about growing up together, the power and pitfalls of social media, and the struggles that shaped us as fathers and men. A real conversation and a reminder that no matter where life takes us, we're all on the same path of growth.

This week, I shared how the ordinary moments of life can become portals to deeper presence, connection, and growth. You don’t need ice baths, retreats, or complicated routines to feel more grounded. Your life is your practice. Listen now to discover: How to find depth in your everyday roles. How archetypes like the King, Lover, Sovereign, and Magician show up in daily life. Simple actions you can...

This week I sat down Chris Cashen, Group Head of Strategy at WPP Media Ireland and Vice President of IAPI, and a man navigating life in a world of constant noise and change. We went far beyond job titles to explore the power media has in shaping how we think, feel, and live, often without us even noticing. We talked about AI and the future of communication, what it means to stay truly human in a f...

Ryan’s journey from early fame at just 19 (4th on Britain's Got Talent) and public success (representing Ireland at the Eurovision) to a more authentic path is one of the most honest stories I’ve heard. In this conversation, we explore the cost of external success, the quiet unraveling that led him inward, and how he’s now creating music that doesn't just sound good but  feels true . This isn’t ju...

Is this it? The quiet question that changes everything. In this micro episode, I name the feeling so many successful people struggle to articulate. The sense that despite having it all, something deeper is calling from within. Rather than seeing that as a problem to fix, I invite you to see it as the beginning of a profound shift and the opportunity in the second half of life. Drawing from my own...

In this micro episode, I pull back the curtain on my own rebirth, not a rebrand, but a realignment. If you’ve been following my journey at all, this is the episode that will give you more insight into what I am creating over the next few years. My mission, my message, and the man behind it all. Listen if you're ready to stop performing and start becoming.

Most people think communication is about talking. But in this fascinating episode, you’ll discover that real communication is about connection, clarity, and conviction and it might just be the missing link in your leadership, your relationships, and your results. I sit down with one of the world’s leading communication experts, Mr. Eoghan Tomas McDermott, the man behind the messages of celebrities...

Change isn’t coming someday, it’s knocks every day. The real question is: Will you resist it, or let it refine you? In this micro-episode, I walk you through the 7 essential steps to not just cope with change but to use it as a catalyst for your next level. Whether you’re stuck in a cycle that no longer serves you or standing at the edge of something unfamiliar, this episode gives you the awarenes...

This one is for you, the successful professional who’s quietly wondering if there’s more. For the parent who’s there… but not always present. For the person who has everything "on paper" but still feels a pull for something deeper. In this short solo episode, I speak directly to the part of you that knows you're meant for more. More meaning. More presence. More you. You’ll walk away...

What if the most powerful, creative, and fully alive version of you is still ahead? In this episode, I sit down with my best friend and extraordinary podcast producer, guide & coach, Mr. Dan Campion. Dan's helped me and so many others, unlock the truth of who we really are. This conversation is about reconnecting with your voice, your deeper purpose, and giving yourself permission to lean full...

In this episode, I break down why that feeling distracted, overwhelmed or uneasy when you meditate is completely normal and why it’s not your fault. Meditation has been boxed into this narrow image of silent stillness, but the truth. Meditation is a reality practice and there are many powerful forms beyond just sitting quietly. If you’ve ever thought meditation wasn’t for you, this episode will fl...

In this powerful and deeply reflective episode, I sit down with a renowned artist and philosopher Agustin Vidal Saavedra. We journey and explore the beating heart beneath life through the intersections of philosophy, art, and A.I, asking some big questions: Is art a mirror or a map? Can a machine (A.I) ever create something real? Is it something we should fear? What are we actually expressing when...

Are you feeling like there's more to life than your current reality? In this week's micro episode, I dive deep into what it truly means to progress, not just to improve, but to evolve long term. I’ll guide you through a transformative perspective shift on your life, showing you how to stop merely existing and start playing the game of life with clarity and intention. We unpack the truth ab...

Barry Adamson is a mentor and guide that helps people re-connect to their most authentic selves. His work is inspired by the integration of his own journey and at a young age is on a clear path of leadership and self-mastery. We cover numerous topics throughout this episode: Suppressing Emotions Shame, Fear & Defensiveness Play & Its Role In Life Identity Truth & Self Expression And so...

In this mini episode, I’m speaking directly to anyone in their 30s, 40s, and 50s who is silently carrying a lot. If you’ve ever thought, “Why don’t I feel better about where I am?” - this episode is for you. I dive into 5 powerful signs of a healthy mindset. These aren’t surface-level tips. They are deep, real-world shifts I’ve seen over my 16-year coaching career. Changes that have the power to h...

James Hempton is a coach, nurse and one of my best friends over the last three years. I wanted to get him on to explore the depth and transformational power of friendship, regardless of age, through the lens of our own authentic bond. James (28) is wise beyond his years and in this episode, we explore: Values Radical Honesty Emotional Safety Mutual Support Non-Competitive Space And much more. Woul...

In this mini episode I detail my own personal journey as a young man to where I am today at 38 years of age. From struggling with shoulder pain at 22 for 4 years, to finally leaning into my soul calling in life at 27 as well as burnout, disconnection and everything else in between over the last 16 years. I hope this gives you an insight into my true self and reveals the opportunity that is availab...

David Patrick Farrell is a men's work facilitator, and co-founder of Men Rising Together. He shares his transformative journey from drug addiction to sobriety and his deep involvement in men's work. Having celebrated five years of sobriety, he details his transition from darkness to becoming a positive force through facilitating workshops, retreats, and hikes with Men Rising Together in Ireland an...

In this mini episode I detail my "Say No Framework". This is the exact system I’ve been using for the last 6 years to help me progress in life, and one that’s transformed hundreds of my clients’ lives. I discuss how "yes" hinders us in life as well as giving you two frameworks to help 1) Build awareness around saying "No". 2) How to say "No" more without fee...

Damian Browne is a former professional rugby player & current world adventurer who became the first person to row a boat, solo, across the Atlantic from New York City to Galway. He's also completed the world's TOUGHEST foot race, climbed Mount Everest and is preparing for his next big adventure - 71 Marathons back-to-back throughout the island of Ireland. Over the last eight years we've cultiv...

On today's micro episode, I cover the importance of influence when it comes to making long term change. I detail 3 key principles that I use myself & with clients to allow us succeed long term. Most people don't lack the necessary information to achieve their goals. But to make long term change & become a person of real influence, requires an understanding of self that too many peo...

I sat down with Daniel Davey, a good friend and renowned performance nutritionist, to discuss long term change. We went behind the scenes of Daniels coaching philosophy and some of the key aspects he uses to help clients make real world change, covering key topics such as. Self-Awareness Self-Reflection Facing Fears Power Of Relationships Meaning & Purpose A Writing Practice Conversations with...

On today's micro episode, I go through specific questions for you to answer in order to transmute your limiting beliefs. In order to change long-term, we must question who we are and what we believe. As humans, we validate our beliefs, we build relationships around them, and we define our identity based off said beliefs. But we tend to latch onto beliefs for too long which often impact our results...

David McGettigan is one of Irelands leading pain and movement specialists. His work is focused on restoring the body's ability to move freely and overcome chronic pain. He draws from many different systems including his education in rehabilitation, anatomy in motion and PDTR. In this episode we discuss: Pain/Injury Beliefs Identity The adaptable nature of the human body/mind Aging Modern Life Chan...