Choose Adventure Podcast

In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with Ken O'Driscoll founder of Cherry Orchard Running Club. Ken had just completed a 192km race through the hills of Co. Kerry the week beforehand so we delved into this topic and how he completed the race which was fascinating. We also discuss sea swimming as we were both just out of a tough swim at Monkstown. 

In this solo episode, I discuss the topic of FEAR. This motivation for this podcast came when I was asked a great question asking " So what are you afraid of ?". This got me thinking, so I decided to record a podcast on the topic, how I handle fear, and what I am afraid of. 

330km later I arrived back home last night, I had to leave the trip to sort some things out and decided to cycle across Ireland as you do. I started the journey on Monday and arrived Tuesday at 7 pm. I want to document what happened during the two days so here it goes. Day 1 - I left Ballybunion at 11 am and my phone went out of battery, so basically I had no real clue of where to go so I decided...

This is a first for the podcast as it was recorded on top of the traditional horse and cart while we were traveling through Kerry towards Ballyduff. I ask Darragh what are his passions and we go from there. Sometimes you have conversations with people that stick with you and drive you for a long time this is one such conversation and I am so glad that I can share this with you also. Darragh detail...

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down and have a chat with Christy O'Connell who helped us out massively while we stayed in Cahersiveen. We chat about the troubles, drinking, racism, Gay Bryne and Enda Kenny.  

Myself and Johnny sat down over the fire with Joe of Valentia Ice Cream Parlour and Farmhouse Dairy. Joe talks about the impact of having kids and how it changes you. We also discuss our competitive natures, the importance of being fit as a farmer, the evolution of Mr. Olympia, and the over-complication of doing exercise today. If you are in Valentia Island drop into Joe's for one of the fres...

In this episode of the podcast me and Glen Murray @Livelifesexy  sit down and have a chat with Ken O'Driscoll who set up Cherry Orchard Running Club. We discuss Ken's motivation behind setting up the running club and how he stays motivated. This episode was recorded in a ruin of a house at the start of our journey traveling across Ireland with a traditional horse and cart. Hope you enjoy...

In this episode of the podcast, I discuss the importance of sleep and how it is one of the best legal performance-enhancing drugs out there for both physical and mental performance. I go into detail about how improving the quality of my sleep has impacted my ability to train, recover, be sharper, loose body fat, etc. The main parts of this podcast came from a podcast with Mathew Walker, author of...

In this episode of the podcast, I detail our upcoming journey where we will be traveling to the center of Ireland on horseback to raise awareness across three main fronts. Number 1 is to raise awareness and promote Irish agriculture & horticulture. Number 2 is to raise funds and awareness for the homeless in Ireland through the help of Inner City Helping Homelessness (ICHH), all funds from the...

In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with Waterford Rapper Pat Lagoon. We discuss how Pat took the leap to go and put his music first on SoundCloud then on Spotify. I love talking to people that follow their passions and that is why I loved talking to Pat as his passion for music came across in this podcast. We also discuss how to effectively take criticism on board, authenticity, messages o...

In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with former two time all-star Waterford intercounty hurler Eoin McGrath. We discuss the evolution of hurling since he started senior in 2001 to the present day. We also discuss some of Eoin's favorite hurling memories like the 2002 Munster final win over Tipperary. Eoin talks through how he transitioned from playing at a high level to playing at club...

In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with a good friend of mine Shayne Ryan. Shayne studied exercise and health in WIT, following on from this he did a master's in nutrition at Ulster University. Shayne's journey through the Irish education system is very interesting and will strike a chord with anyone who struggled in secondary school. Shayne is now working in a large nutriceutica...

In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with Dean Roche, Head coach, and owner of Precision Health and Performance located in Waterford. Dean is highly educated and has worked for over 7 years in the fitness industry. Dean has an MSc by Research in Physiology, a BA(Hons) in Exercise & Health, CF L1 Trainer, Certified Strenght & Conditioning Specialist, and a Precision Nutrition L1 Certi...

In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with Seamus Doyle who runs TRADE Coffee in Waterford.  I have a massive interest in entrepreneurship and supporting local businesses so I thought it would be great to get to know the personality behind this coffee shop by chatting to Seamus. The main theme of the podcast is around people, how we get energy from people, how we connect with people, and how...

I was due to do an interview with a good friend of mine but due to external factors, we coud not record it. So that got me thinking as I always ask people how they deal with failures and rejections so I decided to record a podcast on how I deal with failures and rejections from my perspective, from dealing with failures in boxing i.e losing fights to personal life, etc. I also discuss the transiti...

In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with Harley Barnes, who was voted Ireland's best fitness instructor in 2019. Harley is also a lecturer in personal training and nutrition at UCD, a gym owner, health & wellbeing speaker, hurler, and an all-round legend! We sit down and discuss the growth of the fitness industry, the unsexy side of nutrition, common fitness mistakes, and much more...

In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with James Kavanagh aka Jakadam who is a DJ from Wexford who worked under the likes of Sunil Sharpe before going out on his own. We talk about James's use of holistic therapies and his work as a spiritual life coach also. we talk about the contrast between James's passions and how he juggles this, the importance of mentors, and much more. Enjoy!...

In this episode, I talk to Dara Caroll a chef that has worked in many Michelin star restaurants and has traveled the world with some amazing stories as a result. I ask Dara about his recent voyage from Norway in November 2019 that took him to Dunmore-East Co. Waterford this Saturday. Dara explains the motivation behind the voyage and his plans to promote Irish horticulture, agriculture, and amazin...

I sit down with Waterford professional boxer Rhys Moran who is 1-0 in the pros, a 2x National Irish Champion, a 2x Celtic Box Cup Champion, and a former Irish international boxer. We discuss how Rhys is coping with the current Covid-19 situation and how his training has adapted as a result. Rhys gives an in-depth view from the Celtic Warrior Gym where he is trained by Pascal Collins and trains alo...

In this episode I delve into the sensitive subject of concussions in combat sports. I speak to two transition year students who have came up with a brilliant idea that will identify head trauma with a microchip that provides real time information onto an app. I also interview Kieran Kennedy who is a coach at St Pauls B.C Waterford and has been a ruby coach and player in the past. I also took to th...

During lockdown I unearthed some old audio of my first episode of the KOmbat show on DCUfm. This episodes delves into the touchy subject of weight cuts in both boxing and MMA. I interview professional boxer Craig McCarthy about his switch for amature to pro and what its like to spar Chris Eubank Jnr. I also Interview Derek Ahern who is DCU boxing clubs head coach, we discuss how he got involved an...

In this episode I delve into the mentality of a fighter and how meditation techniques and mindfulness can play a vital role in the mental toughness of a fighter. I also sat down with Miriam Hussey who is a qualified pharmacist who intresting is very interested in holistic approaches like meditation and mindfulness. Enjoy!