Basically...with Stefanie Preissner

This episode of Basically was recorded live at the Basically Live Show at Smock Alley on the 23rd of March. Pj Gallagher joins Stefanie to tell stories about all the different countries he has visited.  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 episode of Basicall...

This week, Stefanie speaks with Aisling Hurley, Chief Executive Officer of Breast Cancer Ireland. Stefanie and Aisling discuss common misconceptions about breast cancer diagnoses, why you should regularly self-check and the importance of knowing your baseline. Aisling relays the eight signs and symptoms to watch out for, when to see your GP, and the upcoming 100k in 30 days fundraiser. You can fin...

In this episode of Basically, Rosanna Davison joins Stefanie remotely to share her difficult fertility journey. From her struggles in getting pregnant to finding a surrogate, to eventually getting pregnant with twins.  You can follow Rosanna on Instagram @Rosanna_Davison Rosanna’s book, ‘When Dreams Come True’ is out now. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Insta...

This episode of Basically was recorded live at the Basically Live Show at Smock Alley on the 23rd of March. Luke O’Neill joins Stefanie for a Covid update and why the virus is making more news headlines. They talk about next-generation vaccines and answers some audience questions. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O...

This week, Stefanie speaks with Robert Whelan, the Managing Director of Rockwell Financial Management. Stefanie and Robert de-bunk common misconceptions about home ownership and discuss how to renegotiate your mortgage, painlessly.  Robert also offers advice on how to set goals and start saving at any age. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePr...

Stefanie chats with Cathy Kelly about her writing process and the books she has written to date, including her upcoming novel The Wedding Party. She describes the importance of having a strong community of writers behind her and how she got started as a writer.  For tickets to Stefanie’s upcoming live show on March 23rd 2022, check out the Smock Alley Theatre website.  You can support Stefanie and...

Stefanie has a live show coming to Smock Alley Theatre on March 23rd. Special guests include Luke O'Neill, PJ Gallagher and Panti Bliss! Get your tickets on the Smock Alley Theatre website. Hope to see you there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode includes graphic descriptions of warfare and may be triggering for some listeners. This week, Stefanie speaks with Dr. Tom Clonan, a journalist, security analyst, and commentator on international affairs. Dr. Clonan explains the historical context behind the current Russia-Ukraine war, and predicts how Russia may act in the coming days and weeks. Stefanie and Dr. Clonan discuss the gl...

This week, Stefanie speaks with accredited psychotherapist Katie McKenna. Katie explains how “the fawn response” manifests in children and adults in both helpful and detrimental ways. Stefanie and Katie discuss how to know if you’re a “fawner,” where the response might come from, and how therapy can help fawners achieve more balance in their lives and relationships. You can get in touch with Katie...

This episode focuses on grief and loss and may be triggering for some listeners. This week, Stefanie speaks with Liz Gleeson, a psychotherapist and educator who specialises in grief and loss. Stefanie and Liz discuss misconceptions about grieving and the harmful societal expectations we have around bereavement. She offers suggestions for supporting someone who’s grieving, and describes when you mi...

This episode focuses on suicide and may be triggering for some listeners. You can find a list of supports here. This week, Stefanie speaks with Mark Smyth, consultant clinical psychologist and 2020 President of the Psychological Society of Ireland. Although it is a conversation no one wants to have, Mark highlights why it is important to have conversations about suicide, how to talk to people abou...

This episode discusses eating disorders, in particular binge eating disorder and may be difficult for some listeners. If you are in need of support you can find more information here. In this episode of Basically, Stefanie talks to clinical psychologist Dr Tara Logan Buckley. Tara describes binge eating disorder and the differences between “objective” and “subjective” binges. They discuss how diet...

This episode touches on issues relating to mental illness and suicide and may be difficult for some listeners. You can find a list of relevant supports here. In this episode, Stefanie talks to psychotherapist Joanna Fortune, who specialises in the parent-child relationship. Fortune explains the difference between “play” and “play with purpose.” She also discusses how to have sensitive and age-appr...

This episode touches on issues relating to pregnancy and pregnancy loss and may be difficult for some listeners. If you are in need of support, you can find a list of relevant services here. In this episode, Stefanie talks to Professor Anthony McCarthy, head of the perinatal mental health unit at The National Maternity Hospital in Holles Street, Dublin. Professor McCarthy answers listeners questio...

This week on Basically, Stefanie talks with Matchmaker and Dating Specialist Mairead Loughman of Love HQ. Loughman suggests solutions for combating loneliness. She discusses how to nurture friendships while minding mental health, how to make new friends (even in a pandemic), and lets us know how many hugs a day we need to meet our daily dose. You can find more about Mairead Loughman at lovehq.ie o...

Dr Harry Barry joins Stefanie on mental health month to discuss anxiety. Dr. Barry describes the differences between acute, general and social anxiety and examples of how to cope in various situations. He talks about self-acceptance as the key to getting a handle on anxiety, and how uncertainty can contribute to feelings of anxiety. You can find more about Dr. Barry’s books and videos mentioned in...

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie chats with Orlaith McBride about the National Archives of Ireland. Orlaith is the director of the National Archive. She talks all about the the history of the archives and a about what kind of stuff is archived or is fit to be archived, Michael Collins, wills, digital archives and so much more! You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow...

This week, Stefanie chats with Richard Chambers, news correspondent with Virgin Media, and Twitter aficionado. He gives us a glimpse inside the day-to-day of being a news correspondent, what it’s been like to report the news, particularly during the pandemic, and how he fact-checks the news he reports on. Richard has also written a book! It's called A State of Emergency and is available now. You c...

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie chats with John Lonergan about prisons in Ireland. John is the former governor at Mountjoy prison. He explains the history of both the conditions of Irish prisons (from the 60s to the present) and himself as he details his own journey through a fascinating career. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @Stefani...

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie chats with Jessica K Doyle about autism in women. Jessica tells Stefanie about her life in school leading up to her diagnosis. She explains the dangers of masking, signs of autism in women, and receiving a diagnosis as an adult. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara f...

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie asks Luke O’Neill questions submitted by listeners about COVID-19 booster shots, new restrictions and what to expect for the future. Luke also does an antigen test live on the show!  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...

Today, Stefanie chats with Paralympian gold medalist Ellen Keane. Ellen talks all things training, how she prepares for the Paralympic Games and what it was like to win gold at Tokyo 2020, what her routine looks like and the benefits of chocolate milk! You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our...

In this episode of Basically, we’ve got two separate interviews on the show. First, Stefanie sits down with Adam Harris, the CEO and founder of As I Am. Together, they talk about autism, and the struggles autistic people face. They also debunk some commonly assumed myths.  To find out more about As I Am and the supports they provided, please check out their website at asiam.ie/  In the second part...

In this episode of Basically, Stefanie speaks with Swami Purnanandha, the spiritual director of the Eire Vedanta Society. He talks about Hinduism as a religion based on a philosophy and the origins of the religion as one of the most ancient world religions. He discusses the different paths of Hinduism and what they are, as well as his daily practice as a Swami. You can support Stefanie and the sho...

In this episode of Basically, Stefanie speaks with Dr Bart Kuczera from Beacon Care Fertility about egg donation. He talks about the most common recipients of egg donations and the process of receiving these donations. They discuss the legal rights of the donors and children born from egg donation.  To find out more about Dr Kuczera and the treatments Becaon Care Fertility provides, you can check...