Magic Minds Podcast

On today's show Matt sat down and chatted with Becky Woods. Becky is a Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) from the National Rehabilitation Hospital. Becky is also a successful triathlete. Matt and Becky spoke in-depth about her work as an SLT, her enormous passion for running, triathlons and all things exercise related. It was an honor to have Becky on the show to share with us her passion and en...

On today's show Matt sat down and chatted with social care leader Jim Gilsenan. Jim shared some of his life story that included traveling around the world and working on some amazing projects in Africa. Also discussed on the show was Jim's first hand experience of the homeless and drug issues in Ireland today and much more. It was an honor to have Jim on the show to share his life story with us. T...

On today's show Matt sat down and chatted with Carolyn Harvey from ISA Nutrition to review the Fat loss and training program he has been following the last 16 weeks which Carolyn designed. Also discussed was the challenges and success that Matt faced while on the program, weight cutting for boxing and much more. Thank you for listening, hope you enjoy the show. Special Thanks to; Niall Reilly - ww...

On today's show Matt chatted to Charles J Jackson who was spinal patient at the National Rehabilitation Hospital. Charles shares his like story with us. Charles has experienced difficult times in his life such as, becoming paralyzed, on deaths door as he calls it and having a black angel. Through all those difficult times Charles never lost his gratuity for life and he attributes this to his mothe...

on today's show Matt chatted with Tonie Walsh also know as the Godfather of Gay. Tonie is the founder of the Irish Queer Archives and an LGBTQ activist. Tonie and Matt chatted about the decriminalization of homosexuality in Ireland, the current HIV crisis and the AID's memorial that Tonie is heavily involved with and so much more. Tonie is staring in a one man show called I Am Tonie Walsh. I Am To...

On today's show Matt got to chat to Graham Merrigan who is Co-host of the Fantastic Whats The Story Podcast. Graham and Matt chatted about some current hot topics such as Roy Keane's latest whatsapp message, the Irish housing crisis and of course the Mark Pollock Ted Talk. Graham as a wheel chair user was not to happy with Marks Ted Talk to say the least. so himself and Matt chatted about this in...

On today's show Matt got to chat to his former lecturer Dr Gerard Colleran who is a microbiologist and lecturer at the institute of Technology Tallaght. Matt and Gerard discussed how Gerard had such a huge impact and influence of Matt's educational journey as a mature student and now as a professional. also discussed on the show was HPV vaccination, cervical cancer, Antibiotic resistance bacteria...

In aid of World suicide prevention day 2018. The aim of the show is to raise awareness for suicide and give you the listener some education that maybe beneficial to you or a family member. In this episode we have collaborated parts of other interviews from professionals such as Maeve Nolan, Clinical psychologist and Maria Frampton, Consultant psychiatrist. we also have guests Shane Kirkwood and Al...

On today's show Matt got to chat to a very talented actor by the name of Steve Gunn. Steve who played Dan in fair city. Steve and Matt spoke about his time fair city and how that led him to the National Rehabilitation Hospital then on to playing wheel chair basket ball with the Ballybrack Bulls. Steve is also a very talented musician and yoga teacher. Steve has many strings to his bow, excuse the...

On today's show Matt got to chat to a very special guest by the name of Alison Mac Carvil. To date Alison has suffered several brain injuries since the age of five years old. Alison shared her story of living with an acquired brain injury and the impact it had on her life and all the obstacles she has overcame. Alison hosts her own radio show on Near FM. Alison is an incredibly brave and inspirati...

Today's show Matt got to chat to a local liberties treasure Liz Gillis. Liz is an author and local historian. Liz is the author of seven books covering the Irish Revolutionary period 1916-23 including 'Ireland Over All', 'The Fall of Dublin', 'Revolution in Dublin', 'Women of the Irish Revolution', 'The Hales Brothers and the Irish Revolution', 'May 25: The Burning of the Custom House 1921' and co...

In today's show Matt got to chat to Dr Maria Frampton. Maria is a consultant Psychiatrist at the National Rehabilitation Hospital. Maria and Matt discussed a broad range of mental health issues which included, Ireland's attitude to mental health, suicide and depression and much more. when it comes to all things mental health Maria has the ability to deliver her message in a very simplistic and eff...

In today's show Matt got to chat to Sir Stevo Timothy and Lady Sinéad Nora AKA Farmer Michael and Kathleen. Sir Stevo was involved in a road traffic accident that has left him with a severe disability and a daily struggle with pain management. Sir Stevo looks back on this period in his life as a turning point and since then has gone on to achieve great success with the help and support of his part...

Today's show Matt sat down with two amazing lady’s, Liz Collins and her superstar of a daughter Claudia Scanlon. Claudia was born with Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) also known as butterfly syndrome. EB is a distressing and painful genetic skin condition that causes the skin layers and internal body linings to separate. Claudia talks about living with EB, Her great friends and nurses, her attitude to...

In today's show Matt got to sit down and chat with an extremely talented young Dublin actor by the name of Stephen Jones. Stephen gave a great insight to his career as a writer/actor and how growing up in Tallaght helped shape his career and success . Stephen and Matt shared their views about mental health, suicide and the topic of class divide in society. Stephen is currently starring in a film c...

On today's show Matt got to sit down and chat with an extraordinary young traveler woman Eileen Flynn. Eileen shared her life story with us which at times was very sad, funny and extremely inspirational. Eileen gives a very honest account of life as a traveler woman and the impact that had on her from a young age and how she has over came that to now becoming a powerful voice is society. what make...

In today's show i had the absolute pleasure to interview Dr Jules Dalby. Jules is Conor Mr Gregors doctor and Sports Physiologist. Jules himself is an accomplished cyclist and Guinness book of record holder. Jules generously shared his vast knowledge and years experience of the health and fitness industry, combat sport and the F.A.S.T program which was famously used my the Notorious Conor Mc Grego...

My very special guest today was a young lady by the name of Karen Mc Gettigan. Karen was involved in a serious car accident which left her with a significant traumatic brain injury. Karen shared her story of living with a brain injury and the impact it had not only on her but also her young family. This is a powerful, beautiful and funny story about living with a traumatic brain injury delivered i...

Today i got to interview two extremely brave and incredible women. The two girls are the founders of the charity, Shannon's Hopeline. This charity provides support to people and families in the Dublin 8 area who are experiencing difficulties with mental health, suicide, bullying or self esteem issues. This was a powerful interview because the girls shared with me their personal experience of losin...

Today's show i got the opportunity to interview Carolyn Harvey from ISA Nutrition. Carolyn is the founder of ISA Nutrition and she is also a very successful Masters Physique Competitor. This interview was fantastic because the knowledge she shared with me and Carolyn's honesty. Carolyn has experienced difficult periods in her life around eating disorders but still gone on to achieve great success...

Today's show i sat down with a really remarkable young man by the name of Robert O Byrne. Robert at the age of 17 years old sustained a C5 Spinal injury in 2005 that left him paralyzed. Since then Robert has completed a degree in business and qualified as a personal. if this is no amazing enough Robert was diagnosed dyslexic as a kid. This guy is a real life hero and inspiration to us all. Thank y...

My very special guest today was the amazing Sacha Dekker. Sacha has experienced so many life changing events but she still continues to achieve above and beyond her life ambitions. Sacha was an extremely successful young woman till life threw her an other curl ball. In 2015 Sacha experienced an Acquired Brain Injury but like everything else in her life Sacha continued to overcome adversity and con...

Today's show i got to interview the amazing Clinical Psychologist Maeve Nolan from the National Rehabilitation Hospital. This certainly was a hugely educational interview for me. Thank you and i hope you enjoy the show #RooneyMedia

Today's show i had the absolute pleasure to share a very powerful and personal story with a brave young man by the name of Shane Kirkwood. Shane talks honestly and openly about his life experiences with Mental Health, Suicide, MMA and so much more. His outlook on life now is remarkable and refreshing. Thank you for listening and i hope you enjoy the show. Special thanks to our: Sponsors: Niall Rei...

on today's show i got to sit down with an amazing man who suffered an acquired brain injury in 2013 but he does not let it define him or slow him down in life. Thank you Dr Esosa Special thanks to our: Sponsors: Niall Reilly- www.rooneymedia.com Carolyn Harvey- ISA Nutrition. Magic Minds Podcast Team Matt Burke- Host Kevin Doyle- The Technical Legend Aaron Keogh- Social Media & Promotion