The Two Norries Podcast

🙏 First and foremost, a massive THANK YOU to our amazing guests! 🌟 From thought-provoking conversations to heartwarming stories, you've brought your unique perspectives and experiences to our podcast, making it richer and more diverse with each episode. We're honored to have shared the mic with such inspiring individuals. Craig O'Brien Brian Lenihan Patsy Freyne Gearoid Morrissey Spike O' Sulliv...

🎙️ The Two Norries Podcast - Best of Episode Part 2! 🎉 We can hardly believe it, but here we are, celebrating the best moments from our incredible journey so far. As we dive into this special episode, we can't help but feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude for each and every one of you who has joined us on this wild ride. 🙏 First and foremost, a massive THANK YOU to our amazing guests! 🌟 From...

🎙️ The Two Norries Podcast - Best of Episode Part 1! 🎉 We can hardly believe it, but here we are, celebrating the best moments from our incredible journey so far. As we dive into this special episode, we can't help but feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude for each and every one of you who has joined us on this wild ride. 🙏 First and foremost, a massive THANK YOU to our amazing guests! 🌟 From...

It's with mixed emotions that we welcome you to our final episode. From the first chat to now our final podcast has been an incredible journey, and it wouldn't have been the same without your support. In this farewell, we're diving into our favorite moments, Our reasons for finishing up, sharing behind-the-scenes stories, and reflecting on the journey. A massive shoutout to our phenomenal guests –...

Ciarian de Buis is the Director of the Parole Board. Here we find out the function of the parole board, who makes it up and the process for release for life sentence prisoners. #186 with Ciáirín de Buis, the CEO of The Parole Board. Join us on the Two Norries Podcast as we dive deep into the crucial role, dedicated individuals, and the intricate process behind parole decisions for life sentence pr...

Exploring the unique world inside Loughan House Open Centre through interviews with three resilient inmates and dedicated staff to bring you an exclusive peek into the realities of this low-security, open detention center in Blacklion, County Cavan. #LoughanHouse #OpenPrison #2Norriespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 1 of Exploring the unique world inside Loughan House Open Centre through interviews with three resilient inmates and dedicated staff to bring you an exclusive peek into the realities of this low-security, open detention center in Blacklion, County Cavan. #LoughanHouse #OpenPrison #2Norriespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Navigating the complexities of youth detention at Oberstown Children Detention Campus, led by Director Damien Hernon. Oberstown Children Detention Campus (Oberstown) is a national service that provides a safe and secure environment for young people remanded in custody or sentenced by the Courts for a period of detention Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paula Kearney talks about women in prison, from her lived, academic and professional experience. A big Thank you to Paula for joining us for this insightful Chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this powerful YouTube series, join Keith Kelly as he opens up about his harrowing experience as a victim of a violent crime and the enduring impact it has had on his life. Years after the event, Keith courageously shares his journey of healing, resilience, and self-discovery. Help us help others by joining our Patreon... Why not become a Patron of the Two Norries to help us help you and others?...

Frank Buttimer is a high profile defence solicitor who speaks to us about some of his more higher profile cases including the Ian Bailey, Fred Flannery and Wayne O’Donoghue cases. https://www.frankbuttimer.com/ Help us help others by joining our Patreon... Why not become a Patron of the Two Norries to help us help you and others? We're always happy to receive donations which all go towards bills,...

Darren Wallace finished a life sentence, 20 years. He now lives and works back home in Limerick after educating himself. Interesting conversation on a tough topic, murder. Help us help others by joining our Patreon... Why not become a Patron of the Two Norries to help us help you and others? We're always happy to receive donations which all go towards bills, production costs, maintenance and every...

🔍 Helen McEntee, Minister for Justice joins us to discuss a diverse ranges of topics for the launch of our new crime and justice series.  🎙️✨ #CrimeAndJustice #HelenMcEntee #TwoNorries Help us help others by joining our Patreon... Why not become a Patron of the Two Norries to help us help you and others? We're always happy to receive donations which all go towards bills, production costs, m...

At just 15 years old, Aidan Burke professionally known as 'Burkie', hailing from Bandon, Ireland, is making waves as a hip-hop artist with a purpose. Burkie's music is deeply rooted in his personal experiences. In 2022 while his mother was in the ICU in CUH, the loss of a close friend to suicide inspired him to write this track. As a heartfelt tribute to the loss of his friend, Rían De Brún, "We A...

Mary Beary shares her heartfelt story on the Two Norries podcast. She opens up about her painful journey of losing her son to addiction and how she coped with this devastating loss. Mary talks about the challenges she faced and the emotional rollercoaster of watching her sons battle with addiction. She shares her experiences, the pain of seeing her son suffer, and the various attempts to help him...

A fellow Norrie, living in Knocknaheeny talks to James and Timmy on her experience of travelling to Istanbul In Turkey for cosmetic procedures. Lisa tells us about her painful, horrifying experience of undergoing a Tummy Tuck, a Brazilian Butt Lift, 360 Liposuction and a Breast Lift. After having emergency surgery due to complications, Lisa contracted Sepsis soon after she arrived home. Lisa is he...

On this week's podcast James and Timmy are joined by Needle exchange worker Frank Horgan. Frank talks to us about growing up in the 70s getting involved in crime at a young age, with his first conviction at 9 years old. He discusses his history of substance misuse, prison sentence and his journey to recovery. Frank is now on the front line, supporting people in the hidden areas of our City, gain a...

Leah sits down and talks with Timmy and James and opened up about overcoming postnatal depression and her inspirational 11-stone weight loss journey with the hopes of helping women in similar situations. At 22-years-old, Leah Punch found out she was 26 weeks pregnant. At 17 stone and suffering from diabetes Leah had serious complications during her boy Shaye's birth. After the birth Leah gained 6...

Mary Beth sits down and talks openly about literally going from Junkie to Judge. Hear her story about childhood abuse and other traumas led to substance use disorder and addiction. Beginning with alcohol at age 12, she spent several years abusing various drugs. She found methamphetamine at 16 and started shooting up at 17. Mary Beth struggled with meth until she was 32 years old. Hear in depth on...

David, who is a native of Blackrock, Cork, comes to South Lee Educate Together National School from Sundays Well Boys National School, where he has been Principal since 2015. Previous to this David held the Deputy Principal position.  Dave has developed The WellSchools Network as part of his PhD in UCC. The WellSchools Network is a national organization established as a spin out company of Un...

Hannah Courtauld is a registered clinical psychologist and holds a Bachelor of Arts with First Class Honours in Psychology from The University of Western Australia and a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology from Curtin University. Hannah has worked as a Clinical Psychologist in the UK for the NHS, where she was trained to assess autism using the ADOS-2. Hannah talks to James and Timmy about the d...

This is taken from the Two Norries Live Podcast Tour and recorded on the 21st May 2023 at the well known Sugar Club in Dublin. James and Timmy had the pleasure of speaking with Fr Peter McVerry who is an Irish Roman Catholic priest and founder of the Peter McVerry Trust, notable for battling homelessness in Ireland. Hear his story of how he began his trust and since then he has helped helped more...

James and Timmy sit down and talk openly with Dr Niall Campbell a Psychotherapist and also a presenter of his own podcast called Mind Manifest.   Hear what he has to say about the science of psychedelics and their use in Psychotherapy.  Quality information pertaining to the most exciting developments in psychedelia in and around the areas of; Mental Health Creativity enhancement Pol...

This is taken from the Two Norries Live Podcast Tour and recorded on the 21st May 2023 at the well known Sugar Club in Dublin.  James and Timmy had the pleasure of speaking with Shane Carthy a well known Dublin Gaelic Footballer and also a public speaker and advocate for mental health awareness.  He is also the author of the book 'Dark Blue', Carthy recounts his struggles with mental hea...

Jimmy Barry-Murphy was the obvious guest for our Cork Opera House show said James and Timmy when asked.  Timmy said It’s very seldom that Barry-Murphy sits down for an interview of any sort, and for Long, the opportunity to speak with an athlete of his stature at the Opera House represents a milestone for the show.  Jimmy Barry Murphy is a Cork legend. He's been on everybody's tongue for...