The Uneducated PT

This week I’m joined by Ger, Rob and Anna to put our nutrition IQ to the test. Are seed oils really responsible for obesity? Does calories in vs calories out still matter? Is raw milk actually healthier? Are processed foods automatically bad for you?  And should we really be eating like our ancestors? We get into protein, carbs, hydration, micronutrients, food additives, diet culture and why focus...

Why do certain people piss us off so much — and what if our reaction says more about us than it does about them? In this episode, Ger, Rob and I explore the psychological idea of “the mirror”: that some of the traits we judge most harshly in other people can reflect our own fears, insecurities, values or parts of ourselves we've learned to reject. If you can't stand lazy people, are you terrified...

From choosing ballet over university and building a career teaching and performing across Southeast Asia, to suddenly losing that career during Covid and having to completely reinvent herself, this episode is about what happens when life doesn’t go to plan — and how you build something new from it. We talk about Natalia’s eight years living abroad, the fear she had before ever getting on that firs...

John Joe’s story is about much more than weight loss. At 21, he weighed around 24 stone. He went on to lose over 75kg, completely change his lifestyle, compete in strength and field sports, and eventually turn his own experiences into helping others through coaching. But losing the weight didn’t automatically fix everything underneath it. In this episode, we talk about John Joe’s relationship with...

What does it actually take to build a great gym? In this episode, I sit down with Ian Molphy of KHP to talk about the realities of gym ownership, coaching and creating a place people genuinely want to be part of. We get into the transition from PT to gym owner, the numbers every owner should understand, retention, business values and some of the uncomfortable truths that come with running a gym. I...

Episode 177: Are We Designing a Better Life — or Just an Easier One? What happens when there are fewer young people, more of us are staying home, and new technology starts changing everything from what we eat to the names we give our children? This week, Ger, Niamh and Rob join me to dig into some fascinating statistics about how society is changing. We look at declining birth rates and what an ag...

What does it mean to keep living when someone you love is no longer here? In Episode 176 of Heart Conversations, we sit down with health and fitness coach Frankie Lawlor for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about sisterly love, loss, grief and learning to live forward. Frankie opens up about losing her sister and how that loss has shaped the woman she is today. She shares what it means...

The Importance of Teaching Asylum Seekers Not to Rape WomenIn this episode, we tackle some of the most controversial stories coming out of Britain and beyond. We discuss Home Office guidance explaining consent, sexual offences and British law to asylum seekers, and what its existence says about immigration, cultural differences and integration. We also look at the conviction of former police offic...

In this ep we are joined by the legend that is Matt Jones. We touch on all things running and training, give it a listen share it. 

What does it really take to recover from a serious injury—not just physically, but mentally? In this episode, we sit down with Ellen Johnston, personal trainer and strength & conditioning coach, to discuss her journey through the fitness industry, women's football and the lessons she's learned from working with female athletes. Ellen opens up about her own ACL injury and rehabilitation, the ps...

Dating apps have given us more choice than any generation in history — but have they actually changed who we choose? In this episode, Karl, Ger and Rob dive into the science of modern dating, attraction and relationships, looking at five fascinating studies that challenge some of our assumptions about how men and women behave. We explore why people still gravitate towards partners who are similar...

Abortion is almost always framed as a women's issue — but what happens when working-class men decide they can no longer sit on the sidelines? In this episode, we sit down with the founder of Tradies for Babies, a grassroots movement bringing tradesmen into one of the most divisive conversations in modern Ireland. We go deep into the personal moment that turned him from bystander to activist, why h...

EP170 | Learning How to Talk to Girls with Ben Campbell Dating has never been more confusing for young men. In Episode 170, we're joined by Ben Campbell, a dating coach who helps men build confidence, improve their communication skills and navigate modern dating. We discuss why so many men struggle to approach women, how social media and dating apps have changed relationships, and what genuinely m...

Ep. 169 | 600 People Over 37 Shared the Advice They Wish They'd Known at 30. What would your older self tell you if they had the chance? After turning 30, Mark Manson asked more than 600 email subscribers aged 37 and older one simple question:"What advice would you give your 30-year-old self?"The answers were remarkably consistent. In this episode, Karl, Ger and Rob unpack the biggest lessons that...

This week Ryan and I step away from politics, fitness and current affairs and dive headfirst into some of the biggest philosophical questions human beings have wrestled with for centuries. Questions that on the surface feel simple, but the deeper you go the harder they become to answer. Is suffering necessary for meaning or can life be deeply meaningful without pain? Is lying always wrong or are t...

This week on The Uneducated PT Podcast, I sit down with Sean Ako — one of Ireland’s most outspoken and controversial cultural commentators. As a gay man who has increasingly pushed back against modern progressive politics, Sean challenges many of the assumptions surrounding Pride, LGBTQ activism, identity politics, gender ideology, and the growing culture around censorship and free speech. We disc...

In this eye-opening episode, Ryan & I breaks down one of the darkest and most shocking scandals in British history — the systematic grooming, trafficking, and gang rape of thousands of vulnerable young girls across the UK. We dive into Rupert Lowe’s explosive Independent Rape Gang Inquiry, the gut-wrenching survivor stories, and the stomach-churning scale of the abuse that went on for decades....

In this episode we talk about grieving the lost of your child with Peter Hanlon. Expect open and vulerable conversations.

Back with the boys chatting about the psychology of money. 

Episode 163 of The Uneducated PT Podcast sees Karl joined by Ger and Rob for a conversation that starts with an unlikely source: the film Lars and the Real Girl. What begins as a discussion about Ryan Gosling's portrayal of loneliness and isolation quickly evolves into a deeper exploration of connection, community, and the future of human relationships in an increasingly digital world. Using the c...

EPISODE 162 – Gráinne Gibson This week we’re joined by Gráinne — coach and researcher.  We discuss her background in fitness coaching, her research in climate change, and how both disciplines shape the way she thinks about people, habits, and decision-making. The conversation also dives into: • First impressions & attraction • Red flags, green flags, and “the ick” • Humour and chemistry in rel...

Episode 160 of the podcast features Conor Nolan for an open conversation around anxiety, depression, powerlifting, and mental health. We talk about the role training can play in managing stress, building confidence, and creating structure during difficult periods, while also discussing the realities of mental health struggles that many people face behind the scenes. Conor shares his experiences wi...

Why do so many people spend their entire lives dieting, yet still feel trapped in the same cycle? In this episode, I sit down with Paul Dermody to explore the psychology behind eating, behaviour change, body image, and why so many of us try to solve emotional struggles with mathematical solutions. Paul shares the thinking behind his new book and explains why nutrition may be a hard science — but e...

In this episode we speak to Aisha on dealing with the grief of losing her brother.  Please subscribe to the channel so you don't miss an episode. 

In episode 157 of The Uneducated Podcast, we are back with the lads for she's in the way. We sit down with strongman athlete and coach Sam Grover for a conversation that goes far beyond lifting weights. From his early introduction to strength training to competing in strongman, Sam breaks down what it really takes to build strength — physically and mentally. We dive into the transition from genera...