Basically...with Stefanie Preissner

Stefanie is away on leave at the moment, so here is another archive episode from 2020, when Stefanie chatted with comedian, actor and radio presenter PJ Gallagher. They talk about finding your way in life, discovering something you’re good at (if being a professional sportsman doesn’t work out!) and dealing with success in something when it’s not a passion. Stefanie dissects his negativity, talks...

Another one from the archives! This week, we look back to September 2020 when Stefanie spoke with Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald. They discuss things like, what’s it like to be a woman in Irish politics? What would a United Ireland look like? Is it her job to find problems with how the Government does things? And what is the story with Sinn Fein and the IRA? You can support Stefanie and the sh...

Stefanie is taking her first break from the podcast! So for the next couple of weeks, she is resharing some of your favourite episodes from the archives. Stefanie will be back soon with some brand new episodes. In the meantime, we look back to August 2020, when Stefanie spoke to the Taoiseach and Fianna Fail Leader Micheál Martin. They discuss whether Fianna Fail is a train or a taxi, how party po...

On this week’s podcast, Stefanie talks to Heather Dent of The Lullaby Lady. Heather is a certified child sleep consultant, and Heather and Stefanie discuss how to develop and remedy healthy sleep habits with your child, how to create the best environment for sleeping, and how strategies will differ with your child’s age. Stefanie and Heather also talk about the importance of consistency and tools...

On this week’s (listener requested!) episode, Stefanie is joined by her husband Noel to talk about his experience climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. Stefanie and Noel discuss when and why he made the decision to make the climb and go over the necessary practical and physical preparations. Noel also shares his day-to-day on the climb. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on...

In this week's episode of Basically, Stefanie is joined by Kieran Lally, the first Mayo-man to climb Mount Everest. He talks about his preparation for making the climb, including all the other mountains he has climbed around the world. He describes the process of climbing Mount Everest and what it's like reaching the top.  You can find out more about Kieran's journey to the top of Mount Everest by...

This week, Stefanie is joined by Dr Morgan Fraser, a lecturer and assistant professor in the School of Physics in University College Dublin, who is hoping to use the JWS Telescope for his research. They talk all about the JWST, what it is used for and why scientists are excited about what it can do. They look at the ever expanding universe and what life on other planets might look like. You can su...

This episodes includes graphic descriptions of abortions and may be difficult for some listeners.  In the wake of the overturning of Roe vs Wade in America, Stefanie talks to Carol Downer, an activist who joined the women's liberation movement in the 1960s and advocated for the legalisation of abortion in California. Carol discusses her personal experience with having an illegal abortion, and how...

From monkeypox to shrew pox, avian flu to polio, immunologist Luke O'Neill joins Stefanie to break down everything happening in the world of viruses at the moment. Luke updates us on the Covid vaccines, progress of intranasal vaccines and the pan-coronavirus vaccine. Luke is heading to Electric Picnic! Don't forget to stop by the Leviathan Stage to hear some discussions on science, a quiz on scien...

This episodes discusses abortions and may be difficult for some listeners.  In the first half of this episode, Stefanie talks to Dr. Vicky O’Dwyer, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Rotunda Hospital to discuss the process of getting an abortion in Ireland and the supports that are available to women in need of abortions and post-procedure. In the second half of the episode, Stefanie spe...

This episodes discusses abortions and may be difficult for some listeners.  In the first part of this episode, Stefanie discusses abortion laws and rights in Ireland with Jade Wilson, a journalist with the Irish TImes who has been covering abortion rights for the last number of years.  In the second part of the episode, Stefanie speaks with Anne-Marie McCallion, who shares her personal experience...

This week, we are taking an episode from the archives to share with you. Originally released in 2021, Stefanie spoke to psychologist and outgoing president of the Psychology Society of Ireland, Mark Smyth, about mental health and therapy for Mental Health Month 2021.  There are questions about social media, life in 2020/2021, anxiety. What is therapy? What is a psychologist, a counsellor, a therap...

Aoife Harvey from Women’s Health Dublin joins Stefanie to talk about pelvic health - what is it, what do women need to know about it and what exactly is the pelvic floor? Aoife explains some basic pelvic floor exercises and why they are important, particularly for pregnant women and post-pregnancy.   You can find out more about Aoife’s work on Instagram @womenshealthdublin You can support Stefanie...

In this episode of Basically, Hugh O’Connell, political correspondent with MediaHuis, joins Stefanie to talk all things politics. He breaks down the different political parties within Ireland, and what they stand for. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This epis...

Should we judge a book by its cover? This week, graphic designer Cathal O’Gara joins Stephanie to talk about his experience in graphic design, the design process, and what goes into making a book cover. You can find Cathal on Instagram @cathalogara You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our mus...

This week, Stefanie chats with David Costello, the Irish consul general to Hong Kong and Macau. David explains the differences between an ambassador and a consul, what it is that consuls do and how they help Irish citizens abroad, how they promote Irish culture and the importance of language. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks...

In this episode of Basically, Fine Gael TD Neale Richmond joins Stefanie to explain the Brexit Protocol. What does it mean, how does it impact everyone and what has been happening to find a viable solution between Ireland, the UK and the EU? You can find Neale on Twitter @nealerichmond You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cat...

There is no new Basically episode this week, but here is a new podcast for you to try. Fad Camp is a comedy podcast part of the HeadStuff Podcast Network. Together, co-hosts Grace Mulvey and Conor Dowling explore the ridiculousness of fad diets.  You can listen to all episodes of Fad Camp here.  You can support Fad Camp and Basically on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Th...

In this week’s episode of Basically, medium Fiona Faery joins Stefanie to talk about being a medium. They discuss the differences between mediums and psychics, why the industry should be regulated, and some of the things to look out for when going for a reading.  You can find Fiona’s website here or on her Instagram (@fionafaerypsychicmedium) You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Fol...

In this episode of Basically, Stefanie is joined by Hilary O’Connor from Maurice Leahy Wade Solicitors (leahywade.ie) to discuss how to get a divorce, the processes, the importance of mediation, the division of assets and much more.  You can find Hilary on Instagram at @hilaryoconnorsolicitor You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks...

In this episode of Basically, Shane Prendergast (project manager for EVs at SEAI)  takes Stefanie through the different types of electric vehicle models out there, offers some advice on what to look out for when purchasing an electric car and discusses some of the benefits of switching to electric.  Check out seai.ie to find out more, and to see what grants are available. You can support Stefanie...

In this episode of Basically, psychotherapist and former footballer Richie Sadlier joins Stefanie to talk all about sex. He talks about why it is important to give young boys proper sex education and to have open conversations with them about sex and relationships.  Richie’s book, Let’s Talk is available now, and you can follow Richie on Instagram @RichieSadlier You can support Stefanie and the sh...

On this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie chats to Professor Barbara Ryan and Elaine McGown, AKA The Gut Experts. They talk all about gut health and their new book, ‘What Every Woman Needs to Know About Her Gut,’ published by Sheldon Press. The book is out now and available now in all major bookshops and many independent bookshops in Ireland and the UK, as well as online. You can follow The Gu...

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This episode of Basically was recorded live at the Basically Live Show at Smock Alley on the 23rd of March. Rory O’Neill AKA Panti Bliss joins Stefanie to talk about the origins of Panti, his relationship with Ireland and his involvement in political movements throughout the years.  You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal...