Basically...with Stefanie Preissner

This week, Stefanie talks to Dr John Waterstone from Waterstone Clinic about sperm donor treatments. He goes through the main types of people who typically access sperm donation, and how it all works. He also talks about the new legislation soon coming into play in Ireland around sperm donation. You can find out more about Dr Waterstone’s clinic via his website at waterstoneclinic.ie/contact/  You...

This week Stefanie chats with Luke O’Neill once again. This time they talk about the Covid Booster shots and go back over the early days of the pandemic. But wait, Luke has also written a book! It’s called Keep Calm and Trust the Science, and comes out on October 29th, telling the story of the pandemic and explaining the science behind the virus.  You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff...

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In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie chats with Sam Ford. Sam is a tour guide who gives tours around Dublin. He talks about the wonders of being a tour guide, from the time he made up a story for some disinterested Spanish students, to the Viking Splash Tours. He presents some fun facts about the city, why he loves German tourists and the fascinating people he meets on private tours. You...

This week Stefanie continues exploring world religions with Jnanadhara, a member of the Triratna Buddhist Order and Chairman of the Dublin Buddhist Centre in central Dublin. Together, they talk about the origins of Buddhism and who Buddha was. Jnanadhara takes Stefanie through the three aspects of the Buddhist path and the values of practicing the religion. You can support Stefanie and the show on...

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie chats with Jane Hehir, a psychotherapist with a particular focus in ADHD in women. Together, they talk about Jane’s lived experiences with ADHD, and her diagnosis as an adult. She explains the differences of ADHD in men and women and the types of ADHD. You can check out Jane’s website at janehehir.ie You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+...

This week Stefanie talks to Paul Hosford about the Government’s new Housing For All Plan. She asks about the new housing plan in general. Will the government help people to buy new homes? Who will be eligible? Will the houses be owned by the state? Will there be enough builders? Will it affect the value of homes people currently own? What provisions are there for renters? And much more! You can su...

In this episode of Basically, Stephanie chats with Father Hugh about the Catholic faith. He  talks about his dedication to his fatih in God, starting from his life in the seminary, and discusses how Christianity allows him to find new meaning in all aspects of his life. He goes in depth about Christianity and the evolution of the religion over time. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStu...

This week, Stefanie checks in with Luke O’Neill to get his perspective on the pandemic and the success of the vaccine rollout. They talk about the plan for booster shots, and whether it is worth vaccinating children under 12. He answers listener questions and offers some advice for the upcoming flu season. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePr...

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie sits down with Dr. Tom Clonan, Security Analyst and Columnist with the Journal.ie to talk about the rapidly evolving situation in Afghanistan. Tom gives Stefanie some background on the situation within the country over the last 20 years, discusses what the reality has been like for the people there and the hardships that have been facing women, and why...

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie sits down with Dr. Umar Al Qadri the chairman of The Irish Muslim Peace & Integration Council. To kick off her series taking a look at World Religions Stefanie asks Dr. Umar all about what it is like to be a Muslim in Ireland, the similarities and differences between Islam and Christianity, and why the modern western perception of Islam painted by extr...

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie sits down with Sandra Walsh from The Allergy Clinic. Together, they share their experiences with allergies and the benefits of getting tested to better take care of your health. Sandra gives us some tips on how to better manage your allergies, the lowdown on how allergy testing works, and how best to prevent dust mites and tree pollen from invading you...

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie sits down with Claire Fullam from Trua Hair. Together, they share their experiences with hair loss and the different causes. Claire gives us some tips on how to look after our hair, like washing it every two days and giving it a good brush. She also warns us to take extra care when using bleach, dry shampoo and hair straighteners. You can find out more...

In this episode of Basically, Stefanie speaks with Grace Harrison from the non-profit mental health organisation Let’s Get Talking, who provides counselling and psychotherapy on a non-set fee model. Grace advises us on how to recognise when you or someone you know might be struggling with an addiction, the different supports available and how to support a loved one suffering with an addiction. You...

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie talks to Dermot Goode from totalhealthcover.ie to talk all about health insurance. Dermot offers his advice to those of us who might be a bit uncertain about the whole thing, like when is the best time to get insurance and what is the difference between all the various policies? He also explains the age loading added if you wait until you are over 35 t...

In this episode of Basically, Luke O'Neill returns for more biscuits and offers an update on the vaccine, discusses conspiracies on the origin of the pandemic and what the future might look like once everyone has been vaccinated.  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 Ru...

This week, Stefanie talks to founder of the Menopause Hub, Loretta Dignam. They discuss the process of menopause and some of the 40 different symptoms which can be experienced throughout. They talk about some of the treatments available including Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and how ignoring menopause can impact your long term health. But don’t worry, as Loretta says - it’s not all doom and g...

Once again, Stefanie talks with Dr Harry Barry about social anxiety. He explains what irrational beliefs are and the fears that people with social anxiety tend to have. They talk through the different ways people experience social and performative anxiety and reminds us that people are too self-obsessed to judge you! Dr. Barry provides some tips and exercises people with social anxiety can do to h...

Stefanie talks about nursing homes with Valerie Ryan. Valerie runs a nursing home in Kildare. She shares the ups and downs of working in a nursing home, the different types of supports available to people in need of care, and the relief that has come now that residents have been vaccinated. Valerie talks about the dedication and effort it takes to make nursing homes feels like a home away from hom...

Stefanie talks all things related to jury duty with Sarah Reid and Richie O’Reilly. As a barrister, Sarah has always been curious about the experience of a juror. Richie, having been called for jury duty before, talks about what it’s actually like sitting in the courtroom, listening to the case unfold. They look at both sides of the story, how it  works and determine whether it’s all just as excit...

This week Stefanie talks with Luke O’Neill, who explains why he is so positive about the future of the vaccine, and answers some of the questions that’s been on all our minds. Listen in as Luke eats biscuits and paints a hopeful road ahead! 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 fr...

This week Stefanie talks to Roz Purcell. They talk about modelling, navigating information online during lockdown, and their experiences with eating disorders. Roz shares her story, when she decided to get help and the lessons she learned along the way. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and ou...

This week Stefanie speaks to Dr. Vicky O'Dwyer about all things fertility. We answer listener questions and discuss what a natural fertility cycle works like and what different issues can arise for both men and women and how to overcome them on the journey to starting a family. From IVF, to IUI, ICSI to Clomid, there is no rock of jargon left unturned! You can support Stefanie and the show on Head...

Stefanie talks once again to superstar and most sought-after guest, Luke O'Neill to share the good news. People are getting vaccinated! They talk about what we have to look forward to, what the positive news is, and also what are the pitfalls and risks and what is less good news? (It's mostly fairly positive!) So dive in, listen to Luke eat cake, and just hang in there! You can support Stefanie an...

This week Stefanie talks to the woman who created Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Nell Scovell, about her career in Hollywood writing for shows like The Simpsons, Monk, NCIS and movies like Honey, I Shrunk the Kids. They discuss the highs and lows of being a writer in Hollywood, how to have a sustained career and the inside scoop of an episode of The Simpsons coming later this year! You can support Ste...