Having the chats podcast

In this episode of Having the Chats, I sit down with Darragh – teacher, author, historian, podcaster, and stroke survivor. We talk about Darragh's lifelong passion for Irish history, what led him to become a lecturer and writer, and why understanding our past is more important than ever. We also discuss his experience of living with autism (Asperger's), how it has shaped the way he thinks and lear...

🎙️ HAVING THE CHATS | Podcast Update: How I'm Really Feeling, Future Plans & Dealing With Hate In this solo episode, I'm sitting down for an honest chat about where I'm at right now — mentally, emotionally, and with the future of Having The Chats. I share how I've been feeling lately, the challenges I've faced over the last year, my plans for the podcast going forward, and some of the amazing gues...

This week on Having The Chats, I'm joined by Keith and Charlie from Ah Howya, the lads behind some of the funniest Dublin character videos on social media. What started as a few comedy sketches has grown into a huge online following across TikTok and Instagram, with millions of views and a loyal fanbase who love their take on Dublin life. But behind the laughs, there's a lot more to their story. W...

In this episode of Having The Chats, I sit down once again with author Gwen Phelan, whose powerful memoir The Quiet Place touched the hearts of readers across Ireland and beyond. Since her first appearance on the podcast, Gwen's life has changed dramatically. We chat about the success of her book, the incredible response from readers, her appearances on podcasts and media platforms including Crime...

Ees popped in to chat about his 20 years at Fair City, being a daddy, mental health and life in general. What a sound man! 😇

It's Fair City's Dougie!!!! Actor Wes Doyle joins me to chat about his 20 years at Fair City, being a dad, mental health and life in general! What a sound man!

In this powerful and emotional episode, I sit down with author Gwen Phelan to talk about her new book The Quiet Place — a deeply personal and courageous account of surviving domestic abuse. Gwen opens up about the emotional, psychological, and physical trauma she endured, the impact it had on her and the strength it took to finally break free. She shares how writing the book helped her heal and wh...

My very first live podcast show, chats, tunes and comedy with Kiera Dignam, Eddie Sherlock, Fabu-D, Willa Lee and Keith Carter!!

Ahead of my very first live podcast show "chats & tunes" we sat down with Keith to chat about his debut as a stand up comedian in his hometown of ballymun next week! Keith will be sharing the stage with some amazing acts including willa lee, Eddie sherlock, Fabu-D and Kiera Dignam 🤗 5th of April at the axis theatre, ballymun... tickets are available from the axis box office on their website 😀

Well last night I got to have these ballymun lads @dean.kenny.9843 and Jay Byrne @ballymun_running2024 on @having_the_chats_podcast . Dean has just started @podcastkitchentalk as he absolutely smashes his recovery, and Jay celebrated 1 year of sobriety last week! Both lads are now helping others out of addiction and into recovery through unity of weekly sea swims and group 5k runs amongst other th...

Co-Anon is a support group for friends, family etc of anyone going through addiction to cocaine or any other mind altering substance. Co-Anon is completely free and completely anonymous. This group was set up in October and continues to grow weekly, weekly zooms and now access to in person meetings too, one person's addiction affects 5 to 15 people around them. Zoom meetings every Sunday from 8-9p...

Well I literally can't contain the excitement! Tonight I got to sit down with the one and only @dannythecoronas "Mr Danny O Reilly" on @having_the_chats_podcast ! What an absolute gentleman! 💯 I've been @thecoronasofficial biggest fan since 2009 so this was a real honour to get to sit opposite such a talented, humble, grounded and sound man! Danny, thank you so much for giving us your time! See y...

A good aul chat with the ICB & UCC Heavyweight champion Keith Burke 👌

This lady is nothing short of amazing! She loves what she does and that's why she does it as well as she does. Our ceremony was so amazing and was our love story mirrored back to us by miriam. It was so beautiful and we will never ever forget it. ♥️ I highly recommend miriam for any kind of wedding/ naming/ celebration of life. Listen and see for yourself 😇 You can find miriam at www.spiritualist...

Ellie and her friend Roxy are putting on a show in Kettle's Hotel, Swords on February 1st, 7.30-9.30! After the show they will also be doing 1 on 1 readings at a small extra cost! Il definitely be there! They will also have a hypnotist at the show! Contact Ellie and Roxy regarding the show or readings on 0894239902

Josh was only 16 years old when he was fatally stabbed by a 35 year old male in East Wall in Dublin on his way home from going out for pizza with his mates. Josh and his family have been completely failed by our justice system....💔

Garron went live with me for an episode of having the chats podcast!

Black Paddy is a legend! From comedy sketches to stand up comedy and much more! What a character!!!!! Class! This episode was recorded at image barbers ballymun with a very special guest co host Linzi Skelly 😁😁😁

I cried laughing watching this back! 🤣🤣

Hot sauce, plans for the future and his upcoming fight with Conor Ryan!

Personal trainer and mindfulness coach gizzy popped in for a chat about fitness, mental health and life for him now! Great chat. Thanks gizzy!

This was a scream! Another one with steph coming very soon! Little legend she is!

This was recorded live from fyre gym where the big question "when is laura gonna start coaching"? was answered! This girl is unreal!

This girl is absolutely incredible she is the DIY queen! I was sure she had some professional DIY background but she's actually a dublin bus driver which is even cooler!

Brilliant interview with this gentleman! From "denzo bishop" in fair city and "spuddy" from 'damo&ivor' Lewis is now guiding young people into the world of acting! Thanks so much Lewis for coming on!