The Wood From The Trees

In this episode, I sit down with my brother, Irish country music singer Shawn Cuddy, for a great chat filled with laughs, stories, and a few tales from behind the scenes of life in the music business! We get talking about ups and downs of life on the road, venues that didn’t pay up, and some of the less glamorous side of touring… including a few stories about smelly socks! 😂 From funny memories t...

In this episode, I sit down with my sister Martina to talk all things Kuddz Kidz, the playschool she runs and the approach behind it. We chat about what goes on behind the scenes of running a playschool, how Martina manages her team and the children in her care, and most importantly, her belief that there's no such thing as a"bad child"  We get into the different ways children behave, why understa...

This week's Podcast is a really special one for me. I'm joined by my niece and godchild Emma Grant. We chat about life, the Academy in Limerick, writing songs and everything in between. Also in a first for the podcast she performs three originals. Have a listen, and if you can, show the love by streaming or downloading her song "Wilted" on Spotify. And give her a follow . It would mean a lot. Give...

Mahon McCann is an Irish philosophy PhD, writer, playwright and Catholic convert from Dublin. In this episode, we go down just about every rabbit hole imaginable — life, faith, religion, philosophy, meaning, belief, doubt, consciousness and everything else under the sun. No preaching. No agenda. But A proper deep one.

In this episode I sit down with Cork singer/song writer Meadhbh Walsh, who started busking as a kid and built that spark into gigs, tours and stages around the world. We talk roots in folk, finding her voice and the road to her new album. It's a chat about hustle, heart, and the long road from busking to studio lights.

I sat down with Ray Ó Foghlú and got into the other side of forestry. We got stuck into regeneration, biodiversity, organic farming and plenty more. Ray also shared the brilliant work being done through Hometree and why restoring Ireland's native landscapes matters for future generations. Follow Ray on instagram @rayofoghlu

This week we have the one and only Owen Colgan-Mayo man, comedian, hard man, soft lover. One of the stars of the new BBC series Funboys. He dropped in for another chat, full of laughs, sideways stories and that pure Mayo charm. Easy, fun and all the usual craic.

Daragh McLoughlin had never rowed across an ocean-until he did. Hear how he went zero extreme rowing experiance to wininng a solo 4,000km Atlantic crossing.

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I sit down with Irelands biggest porn star known most for his videos with Bonnie Blue. The catch? He isnt gay but he dose gay porn. Join me as i talk to Andy Lee.

Michael Healy-Rae joins us on the podcast to talk machines forestry and to have the craic

In this episode, we dive into the hilarious and heartfelt chaos that unfolds when buying a wedding dress doesn't go as planned. From high expectations to real-life surprises, we share the relatable struggles, laugh-out-loud moments, and honest reflections on what it’s really like trying to find the perfect dress. Whether you're planning a wedding or just love a good story, this episode brings humo...

In this episode of The Wood From The Trees, David Cuddy sits down with the one and only Stephen “Cowboy” Kelly – comedian, storyteller, and member of 3 Bucks Left. From wild nights on the road to the realities of life behind the laughs, Stephen opens up in his own unique style. Expect plenty of laughs, a few jaw-dropping stories, and some genuine moments of reflection as the lads cover everything...

In this episode, we sit down with Jim, an industry veteran who went from working on a small family farm in Ohio to leading international operations in the automotive industry. Jim shares his experiences growing up on a tobacco farm, his early ambitions of becoming a truck driver, and how he transitioned into the world of engineering and manufacturing. We dive into the fast-changing landscape of th...

We took the podcast on the road—literally! 🚐💨 Join us for an exclusive conversation with James, the owner of Vanhaven, as we sit down inside one of their custom-built vans. We chat about the journey of Vanhaven, what goes into creating high-end custom vans, and the future of the brand. Whether you're a van life enthusiast, a business owner, or just love a great success story, this one's for you!

We sit down with Tucker and Cabbage to hear all about their time in Texas working the corn harvest. From long days in the scorching heat to the unexpected challenges of life on the road, they share firsthand stories of what it’s really like to cut corn in the Lone Star State. They talk about the highs, the lows, and whether they’d take on another season in the fields. If you’ve ever wondered what...

In this episode, David is joined by Orlagh Creevy, a professor in astronomy and a leading expert in stellar seismology. Together, they explore Orlagh’s captivating career, from her work studying “star quakes” and star physics to her contributions to the European Space Agency’s groundbreaking Gaia mission. Orlagh sheds light on how the Gaia spacecraft is revolutionizing our understanding of stars,...

Heath Care professional Ed Dunne tells a story that genuinely shocked me . While trying to help a charity in Moldova,  he uncovered the shocking misuse of charity funds by its Irish CEO. Hear Ed's gripping story of battling corruption, fighting for his daughter, and his relentless efforts to expose the truth and protect donors' contributions."