Digg Podcast

Marie Gleeson is a former Irish Naval Officer, leadership consultant, and keynote speaker who helps leaders build confidence, adapt to change, and inspire high-performance teams. Marie shares powerful leadership lessons from her military career, from commanding ships in unpredictable seas to making critical decisions under pressure. She reveals how to develop leadership skills that earn trust, sta...

At 15, Shelley Cowan was diagnosed with myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), also known as chronic fatigue syndrome, a condition that left her confined to bed for 12 years and using a wheelchair for another decade. Today, she walks with assistance, but her real strength lies in her incredible spirit and unwavering determination. In this episode Shelley takes us back to the beginning: the moment her lif...

Ryan Crown is the founder of Crown Creative, a Belfast-born, globally operating creative agency working with some of the biggest names in hospitality, including The Dead Rabbit, Waldorf Astoria, St. Regis, Marriott and Hilton. In this episode, Ryan shares the bold moves that took him from freelancing as a student to designing award-winning brands and interiors for world-class hotels, restaurants,...

James Martin MBE is an Oscar and BAFTA-winning actor, Mencap ambassador, and an inspiring advocate for people with learning disabilities. Karen Gilgunn is a senior representative of Mencap Northern Ireland, working to promote inclusion, dignity, and opportunities for individuals with learning disabilities. James Martin is the first person with Down Syndrome to win an Oscar. In this episode, they d...

Judith Gillespie CBE is the former Deputy Chief Constable of the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) and the first woman to hold that rank in Northern Ireland’s policing history. Judith shares her extraordinary leadership journey through the Troubles, the transition from the RUC to PSNI, and the deeply personal experiences that shaped her career, including the darkest days of policing and th...

Elizabeth Oakes is the founder of Pure Reflections, Ireland’s first and only resomarium, which provides water cremation - also known as alkaline hydrolysis or aquamation.  She shares how she introduced water cremation to the Irish funeral industry, offering families a more sustainable, flame-free alternative to traditional cremation and burial. Elizabeth explains how water cremation works, why it’...

Laura Kearney is the founder of Walk In Wardrobe and the creator of Love Laura, a fast-growing fashion brand with a 14,000 sq. ft. HQ, a flagship store in Banbridge, and a loyal social media following of over 345,000.  Laura shares how she turned 10 years of retail experience into a thriving e-commerce and fashion business, built on intuition, obsession, and customer trust. This conversation is pa...

Barbara Scully is an Irish writer, broadcaster, and unapologetic truth-teller who shares why your 50s, 60s, and beyond might just be your most powerful years yet. Barbara opens up about life after menopause, letting go of shame, and redefining purpose and confidence as we age. She talks about facing the collision of ageism and sexism, the freedom that comes with giving fewer f***s, and why older w...

Rory King is the founder of Rory’s Travel Club, one of Ireland’s fastest-growing and most innovative subscription-based businesses. Since launch, he’s built a travel brand that now reaches 200,000+ email subscribers, includes a highly engaged Facebook community of 60,000 members, and runs a WhatsApp channel with over 10,500 active followers - all while growing a personal social media audience of m...

Michael Dorman is a retired pharmacist and undertaker whose steady presence has touched generations in the Coalisland community. For over four decades, Michael stood behind the pharmacy counter offering more than medicine; he offered time, trust, and compassion.  From quietly calling to people’s homes in times of illness to standing beside grieving families as an undertaker, Michael reflects on a...

Joanne Sweeney is a leading voice in digital transformation - an Irish entrepreneur, digital strategist, and author with a passion for helping the public sector embrace the power of online communication. As the founder of the Digital Training Institute and the Public Sector Marketing Institute, Joanne has worked with government agencies, public bodies, and businesses to reshape how they connect wi...

Michael and Colette McNicholl founded McNicholl Caravans, a family-run business with over 45 years of success. With seven caravan parks across Ireland and Scotland, and a legacy of providing caravans for all kinds of needs, whether it's for their own parks, or another site, McNicholl Caravans has become a trusted name. They share the journey of how they built their business from the ground up, inc...

Michéal Campbell is the Marketing Manager at Voduz, the powerhouse haircare brand behind one of TikTok Shop’s biggest live selling successes, generating over £400k in just 12 hours. Michéal shares a behind-the-scenes look at how to grow your business using TikTok Shop, with proven TikTok live selling strategies that drive serious revenue and build brand loyalty.  Topics covered: How Voduz built a...

Peter Canavan is one of the most iconic figures in GAA history, a man who led with heart, vision, and unbelievable skill on the pitch. A two-time All-Ireland Senior Football Championship winner, six-time All-Star, and the man who captained County Tyrone to their historic first Sam Maguire in 2003. Peter’s influence goes far beyond his playing days. He’s been a captain, a coach, a pundit, and a men...

Ciaran Connolly is the founder of ProfileTree, a digital agency helping businesses grow through smart strategy, SEO, and content. Known for making the digital world feel simple and actionable. In this eye-opening episode, Ciaran breaks down practical, real-world ways professionals and businesses can use ChatGPT to work smarter, not harder. From voice-activated chats during your commute to creating...

Is your child really safe online? Wayne Denner is a renowned online safety speaker, author, and digital wellbeing expert from Northern Ireland, with over 26 years of experience in helping families, schools, and communities protect children online. Wayne breaks down what every parent, teacher, and caregiver needs to know in 2025, from parental controls and privacy settings to managing screen time a...

John and Paddy McParland are the humble powerhouse duo behind the Carrickdale and Canal Court Hotels. With over 40 years of experience building and running successful hotels in Ireland, John and Paddy share how they built Carrickdale Hotel and later expanded into Canal Court Hotel in Newry, creating a hospitality legacy that is admired nationwide. They talk about building a business through challe...

Rodney McAree, manager of Dungannon Swifts, led his team to a historic Irish Cup victory. But this isn’t just a conversation about football. It’s about leadership under pressure, mental resilience, breaking community barriers, and the role of sport in shaping young lives. From penalty shootout composure to growing up with a footballing father - Joe McAree - Rodney opens up in a way we rarely see f...

Susan Hayes Culleton - The Positive Economist - is back! As the new host of Newstalk’s Taking Stock, she’s helping us understand what’s really happening in the UK and Irish economies right now, and how it impacts small businesses. In this episode, Susan shares the biggest financial mistakes smart business owners make, how to manage cash flow when costs are rising, and why mindset matters more than...

Gerry Lavz is known for lighting up our screens with his quick wit, bold honesty, and contagious laugh. As a radio presenter on Q Radio, host of the Pop My Cherry podcast, and a powerful voice on social media, Gerry brings both entertainment and education to the table. In this episode, Gerry talks about growth and using your voice to create change. He shares his journey as a gay man, from coming o...

Dr. Mary Ryan recently joined Caroline on stage at The Big Day Out, an event that brings over 500 women from the Digg community together to celebrate, support and empower each other. A very special episode, so if you know anyone who would benefit from listening to this conversation, please share this episode with them. Dr Mary Ryan is a Consultant Physician and Endocrinologist, a bestselling autho...

Claire Bowes is founder and director of Omagh Music Academy, home to over 200 students, and proud mum to three amazing kids. Claire's life is one marked by resilience, passion, and purpose. On August 15th, 1998, Claire's world changed forever. At just 15 years old, she was caught in the devastating Omagh bomb attack - a moment that left her blind and reshaped the course of her life. But Claire is...

Each year, more than 700,000 people across the world die by suicide. In the UK alone, over 7,000 lives were lost to suicide in 2023. Catherine McBennett is a mother who faced the unthinkable when her 15-year-old daughter, Niamh, died by suicide. In the wake of unimaginable grief, Catherine made a powerful choice: to honour Niamh’s memory by helping others. She founded the Niamh Louise Foundation i...

Dr Mary Ryan is a Consultant Physician and Endocrinologist, a bestselling author, and a leading voice in hormone health education. Through her events, books, and online platforms, she has dedicated her career to empowering people with knowledge about the endocrine system - specialising in diagnosing and treating disorders related to hormones, which play a crucial role in everything from energy lev...

Emma Kennedy is the CEO and founder of Grafter House, a luxury flexible workspace with stunning locations in Dublin and London. Sitting in Smyth House, one of Grafter’s exquisite properties, we get a firsthand experience of the elegance and innovation behind this premium network. In this episode, Emma opens up about something deeply personal, her fertility journey. In a candid and emotional conver...