Digg Podcast

Jonny Murphy is a former professional rugby union player who played as a hooker for Ulster, Rotherham Titans, and Connacht. Many now know him as The Hungry Hooker on social media, where he shares his love of cooking and speaks openly about mental health. In this episode, Jonny takes us from his early years as an anxious teenager to the highs and lows of professional rugby, and the challenges of re...

The Women in Business Awards 2025 was a night of inspiration, recognition, and celebration as outstanding female entrepreneurs and professionals were honoured for their remarkable achievements. As media partners for the event, the Digg Podcast was proud to shine a spotlight on the winners and their incredible contributions across various industries. The event, held in Crowne Plaza Belfast, showcas...

Losing a child is every parent’s worst nightmare. An unimaginable pain that forever changes life as you know it. Sinead McIvor knows this heartbreak all too well.  In this episode, Sinead shares the story of her beautiful baby boy, Frankie James, who was born in 2016, and diagnosed with Nemaline Myopathy. She takes us back to those early days of grief, the overwhelming sorrow, and the fear that sh...

Tanya McGeehan is the Managing Director of MCG Property Group, a leading company specialising in construction project management, renovations, and extensions. But behind her success is a deeply personal story - one of resilience, family strength, and navigating the challenges of caring for a loved one with Early Onset Dementia. In this episode, Tanya shares how her father’s passion for property sh...

Lou Robbie went from working an office job to becoming the face behind Little Lou Cooks, a social media sensation with over a million followers. But just a few years ago, she wasn’t even using social media at all. So how did she turn her love of food into a full-time business, helping families create healthier meals, especially those tricky lunchbox snacks? In this episode, Lou shares her whirlwin...

Jude Morrow is a best-selling author, philanthropist, highly sought-after keynote speaker and founder of Neurodiversity Training International - the world’s premier autistic-led training and consultancy firm. Diagnosed as autistic at 11 years old, Jude has dedicated his life to advocating for a world where autistic and ADHD individuals are embraced, supported, and empowered. He wants to break down...

Some stories are too important to stay in the shadows. Hannah Saunders bravely shares her experience of childhood sexual abuse, the years she spent carrying that burden alone, and the moment she found the courage to speak out.  For many, finding the words to talk about trauma can feel impossible. But as Hannah explains, language matters. Support matters. And having the right conversations, both at...

Lorraine Acheson is the Managing Director of Women in Business and Deputy CEO of the WIB Group. With over 10,000 members, Lorraine plays a pivotal role in supporting women to grow their businesses and thrive in their careers. From working with policymakers and government agencies to spending countless hours connecting and championing women, Lorraine is a true leader who lifts others up and creates...

In September 2022, Sarah de Lagarde’s life changed forever when she was tragically run over by two London Tube trains, resulting in the loss of an arm and a leg. Her story is one of extraordinary survival, resilience, and determination—a story you will never forget. In this episode, Sarah shares her journey of adapting to a new normal and how she found strength amidst unimaginable challenges. She...

Patrick Woods is the third-generation Managing Director of Linwoods Health Foods, a company shaped by 60 years of visionary leadership under his father, John Woods. What does it take to step into the shoes of a family business while carving out your own path?  In this episode Patrick reflects on the lessons learned from his father, the importance of fostering a collaborative team, and his vision f...

In this deeply moving episode, we speak with Geraldine Mullan, a woman who has turned unimaginable tragedy into a beacon of hope. On the night of August 20, 2020, Geraldine’s life was forever changed when her car plunged into Lough Foyle in County Donegal, taking the lives of her husband John, her son Tomás, and her daughter Amelia. Geraldine was the sole survivor. Since that heartbreaking night,...

Mark Fennell is an esteemed life coach, bestselling author, and mentor to top executives, athletes, and high performers. With over 20 years of experience and frequent appearances on media outlets like the BBC and Virgin Media, Mark is recognised as an expert in psychology, resilience, and peak performance. In this episode, Mark shares the intimate journey of navigating fertility challenges with hi...

Geraldine Leyden went from living in complete darkness, fear and anxiety through alcoholism to sharing her experiences with the world through sobriety. On social media, she is known to many as Serenity Ten. Her name is inspired by the Serenity Prayer. She was born on the 10th of the 10th, lives in house number 10, and marks her sobriety anniversary on the 10th of April 2014. As the founder of The...

County Down native, Caroline McKenna’s journey from heartbreak and isolation in Australia to building a thriving online community of nearly half a million followers is nothing short of inspiring. Caroline, a secondary school teacher, moved to Australia just before the pandemic, broke up with her boyfriend, and felt so isolated from family and friends half the world away that she decided to use her...

Jay Millar is a Belfast barber who openly shares his journey online about grief, addiction and a traumatic childhood.  He is now using his online presence as a way to help others both virtually and in person. He volunteers at a Belfast homeless shelter and hopes that his actions and guidance can help change the lives of others.  In this episode we talk about his traumatic childhood, foster homes a...

Anna Mathur is a mum of three, psychotherapist, bestselling author, and speaker, whose warm, insightful approach to mental well-being has captured the hearts of over 220k followers. Anna’s mission is to take therapy beyond the therapy room, creating lightbulb moments for people across the world through her books, podcast, and social media presence. In this episode, Anna shares her personal journey...

Nathan Carter is an incredibly talented country music star born in Liverpool to Irish parents from County Down. He has carved out an international career since moving to Ireland at eighteen. With over a dozen solo albums, including six Number One hits in Ireland, Nathan’s music, particularly his cover of Bob Dylan’s “Wagon Wheel,” has gained him widespread recognition. In this episode we dive into...

Fiona Morgan Coleman is a dedicated Garda, online influencer, businesswoman, wife, and mother of two boys. Growing up as one of ten children in County Tipperary, Fiona pursued her passion for anatomy in Galway before setting off on her travels.  Life was good until it took an unexpected turn in 2019 when she was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. Through resilience and a positive mindset, Fiona...

Trish Hegarty is a former BBC and Irish Times journalist, who now leads Inis Communications, a thriving PR agency celebrating twenty successful years in business. With a client portfolio that includes Donegal County Council, Fáilte Ireland, and many other notable organisations and SMEs, Trish and her team are true leaders in the PR industry. In this episode we explore what PR is and why it’s cruci...

Lisa McFarland is the UK and Ireland’s leading relationship coach, esteemed TEDx Speaker, and renowned keynote speaker. With over 30 years of personal experience and a passion for understanding love and human dynamics, Lisa offers unique insights into what makes relationships thrive. Five years ago, Lisa and her husband, who have been together for three decades, sought the help of a relationship c...

Susan Hayes Culleton is a Chartered Financial Analyst and is Managing Director of Hayes Culleton Group. She is a six times author, powerful keynote speaker and MC with international credentials and deep financial expertise. Susan acquired the name, "The Positive Economist" many years ago and we will find out why.  Susan is an expert in helping businesses understand and optimise their fin...

Shani Taylor is an internationally acclaimed business coach who has shared the stage with A-listers like Elizabeth Hurley and Tommy Hilfiger. Ranked in the top 4% of coaches globally, Shani recently won the prestigious Coach of the Year award at the Women Changing the World Awards, presented by the Duchess of York. We had the pleasure of meeting Shani at the awards, and her story left us absolutel...

The Muff Liquor Company is inspired by the past and driven by the future. Laura Bonner, CEO and founder of Muff Liquor, continues her grandfather's tradition of making a product born of the land and crafted by hand. Her ambition is to make sure The Muff Liquor Company is a testament to the hardworking values of Philip McClenaghan whose image now rightfully adorns the label of the Muff bottle....

Australian sisters, Peace Mitchelle and Katy Garner, founded the Women Changing the World Awards. They believe that when women come together with a collective intention magic happens. ‘The Women Changing The World Awards are a global awards program recognising the work of incredible women making a positive difference in the world across a range of industries and areas including business, sustainab...

AwakenHub is a social enterprise that was born out of COVID-19. Their mission is to level up opportunity, access and connectivity for women founders throughout the Island of Ireland by removing barriers to investment, scale and success. With a community of over three thousand, it is the first and only community of women founders across the Island of Ireland. ‘SheVentures is the logical next step b...