Frano Mc Keown

Off The Lead

Society EN ↓ 359 episodes

This podcast is my attempt to push back against what I call 'The Domestication of Our Species'. Over the years I've become increasingly convinced that we [humans] have in recent decades become 'Bred to Consume'. The podcast is called, "Off The Lead" and it's main purpose is to have and spread open and frank conversations with different people from all walks of life. Please feel free to comment [publicly or privately] with thoughts/recommendations etc to imoffthelead@gmail.com Thanks for listening, Frano. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author

Frano Mc Keown

Category

Society

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Latest episode

Jan 9, 2026

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Episodes

Ep#16 Out of My mind - Lent Edition. (Fuck it...) 10.03.2018

This is one continuous recording that took me 8 minutes and 10 seconds to make (plus about 1 hour of writing the 'lyrics').Let me know what you think because it's your engagement that fuels this whole thing. Stay off the lead,Fran.imoffthelead@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep#16 Giuliana Pena 07.03.2018

Giuli and I delve into the world of evolutionary genetics, racism, identity politics, American history, hunting, psychology, writing, the scouts, and much much more! {I'm beginning to see a trend here}.Between being born of Peruvian parents, growing up in Florida, moving to Texas and then subsequently travelling the world, Giuli has had a very different life than say I've had, so it was great gett...

Ep#16 Giuliana Pena 05.03.2018

Giuli and I delve into the world of evolutionary genetics, racism, identity politics, American history, hunting, psychology, writing, the scouts, and much much more! {I'm beginning to see a trend here}.Between being born of Peruvian parents, growing up in Florida, moving to Texas and then subsequently travelling the world, Giuli has had a very different life than say I've had, so it was great gett...

Ep#15of40 Out of My Mind - Lent Edition 03.03.2018

Apologies for the radio silence but between herself going into labour and someone having the bright idea of moving the arctic circle down a little I've had too much chaos and not quite enough order to make and upload anything. Check out (and like!) the Off The Lead Facebook page for more details! Stay off the lead,Fran.imoffthelead@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...

Ep#14of40 Out of My Mind - Lent Edition 28.02.2018

Get out into that snow with your mates or your kids or by yourself! Don't miss this opportunity! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep#13of40 Out of My Mind - Lent Edition 27.02.2018

I cover a lot of ground here (theology, the bible, balance, belief, reality, emotions, creativity, purpose, meaning, and lots lots more)and need feedback from as many of you as possible, if possible? Once you've given it a listen you'll know what I'm after. Stay off the lead,Fran.imoffthelead@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep#12of40 Off The Lead and Out of My Mind - Lent Edition 26.02.2018

Don't let the accompanying photo put you off, I'm only using it to show you what you should avoid. THIS IS NOT NEWS.Today I strive to make amends for missing yesterday and try and advise myself in order for history not to have to repeat itself. We don't have to keep making the same mistakes we've been making our whole lives. We're in control, were steering the ship or at least we fucking should be...

Ep#17 Ruari Coogan 26.02.2018

Buckle yourself in, this is good one! Come for the Conspiracy Theories and stay for the honesty, logic, rationality, insight and well articulated critical thinking. Ruari has some Off The Lead and Off The Wall thoughts on lots of topics, 'some' of which include flouride, nano particulates, geo engineering, global warming, paedophilia, 'The Ruling Class' (aka 'they') and lots lots more! Bearing tha...

Ep#11of40 Out of My Mind - Lent Edition 24.02.2018

This is a quiet one. The beauty of having commited to 40 days straight is that it has forced me out of my comfort zone. So this one is very different as is apparent from the start. So make sure to let me know your thoughts, is this approach or something similar something you'd like to hear more of? Remember, you're the one stearing the ship, so ask yourself, where are you headed? Stay off the lead...

Ep#10of40 Out of My Mind - Lent Edition 23.02.2018

Back on track with this one. I've found the last few a bit laboured but this ones sure to be more to your liking! I give you a sneak peak down the 'Free Will' rabbit hole and what my thoughts are about when I'm going to be uploading future episodes. Get involved and help me improve what I'm doing in real time! Stay off the lead,Fran.imoffthelead@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

Ep#9of40 Out of My Mind - Lent Edition 22.02.2018

This one gets a bit deep so I hope you like it! In other news, I've heard from a few of you regarding the solo podcasts being uploaded in the evening not being ideal. I'm inclined to agree with you so will strive to get them up every morning and maybe pre record them to facilitate this. Either way it just goes to show how this whole thing is being guided by the listeners so thanks again to everyon...

Ep#8of40 Out Of My Mind - Lent Edition. 21.02.2018

8 days in lads and I'm hearing from more and more people who are doing pushups and getting the fuck after it so fair play! In this episode I speak of a chance encounter with a guy I went to school with. I hadn't seen him in 14 odd years and during our bearly 5 minute long chat he was instrumental in my starting Off The Lead. Don't underestimate the consequences and repercussions of your actions! S...

Ep#7of40 Out of My Mind - Lent Edition 20.02.2018

7 days out of 40 lads (and lassys) so how's your 40 day challenges going? If you havnt started.....start now? If you have, fair fuckin play t'ya! Here I speak of how by being more conscious of how we spend our money we can effectively change our society. I also expand slightly on the idea of Dragons representing our darkest emotions as a penultimate predator and how we are all at the mercy of our...

Ep#15 Anthony Murphy 2 20.02.2018

I've thoroughly enjoyed all the conversations that I've had, but think this one could be my favourite. Anthony treats us to a much more comprehensive view of not only the mythological stories, but of their purpose, and meaning. On an island {Ireland} that has largely lost its faith in both our spiritual and political 'leaders', Anthony might say that salvation of sorts can be found by looking inwa...

Ep#6of40 Out of My Mind - Lent Edition 19.02.2018

Today I speak briefly about the utility of friends and how they serve to challenge and push you along your journey, and you them. The idea that there are two seperate systems in your brain that 'manage' your motivation and the utility of having a heaven to strive for and a hell to avoid. I've also commited to writing a short bio. Something that I highly recommend you do too. Yes, you. I'll post it...

Ep#5of40 Out of My Mind - Lent Edition 18.02.2018

Workin on a fuckin Sunday. Jesus wept. I continue on slightly with the idea of incremental improvements, which led me to briefly lay out what a 'positive feedback loop' is, who I'm going to be speaking to in the coming week and 'credibility', something that's there's both too much of and not enough of in equal measure. As always, thank you for listening, liking, sharing, subscribing, commenting et...

Ep#4of40 Out of My Mind - Lent Edition 17.02.2018

I liked this one. Hopefully it doesn't come across as preachy or patronising (That's when you talk down to someone).Either way,in hindsight I suppose I'm trying to inspire people a little. You create your own reality, so ask yourself, what kind of reality do you want? Seriously. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep#3of40 Out of My Mind - Lent Addition 16.02.2018

In this episode I continue on slightly regarding the idea of incremental improvements, mention some of the feedback I've been getting and give you a heads up as to what guests that have agreed to come on - spoiler alert - there's a couple of good ones! I also dip my toe into the sexism debate. This is something which I'm very keen to educate myself on so if your sick of men like me getting it so w...

Ep#2of40 Out Of My Mind - Lent Addition 15.02.2018

Whoop d doo it's episode 2 (of 40).On the back of the feedback I received about my first solo installment yesterday, you should notice a more upbeat version of me in this episode. Having just made this recording (in better form than yesterday) I feel energised for the day ahead, so hopefully you'll absorb some of my enthusiasm and it will positively influence your day. Today I touch on 'incrementa...

Ep#1of40 Out Of My Mind - Lent Addition 14.02.2018

Welcome to the first solo episode of the Off The Lead podcast. I've been toying with this idea for a while now and lent gave me the excuse to bite the bullet and give it a lash. So let me know what you think, good or bad. Without a guest I've no self correcting mechanism so I'm very much on my own and could do with a bit of a point in the right direction. Tell me what you like/dislike, what you'd...

Ep#14 Anthony Murphy - Mythical Ireland 06.02.2018

Anthony is both a gentleman and a scholar. The width and breadth of the mans knowledge is truly of Biblical proportions. We talk anthropology, astronomy, cosmology, genealogy, geography and a whole host of other ologys! Anthony's love of all things ancient/mythological/Irish/historical is not only contagious but palpable. A man who is the embodiment of being 'Off The Lead'. So stop what you're doi...

Ep#13 Ivor McQuillan 2 25.01.2018

If you enjoyed our first conversation you're in for a real treat! Myself and Ivor go deep into the world of spirituality, death, rebirth, drugs, reincarnation, other dimensions, prophets, meditation, mindfulness, and lots, lots more. Get involved and make a difference; Subscribe, comment, share and review - Now available on itunes, YouTube, Acast, Stitcher and SoundCloud. As always, I hope you're...

Ep#12 Kevin Booth 10.01.2018

Myself and Kev talk business, religion, holotropic breathing, fighting, psychedelics, carpentry, consciousness, zoo's, castles, ice rinks, artist management, 'Balcony TV', GAA and much more! A great start to the new year! As always, I hope you're enjoying these conversations. Any and all feedback is much appreciated and can be sent to imoffthelead@gmail.comStay off the lead, Fran. Ps Subscribing,...

Ep#11 Peadar Reilly 19.12.2017

Me and Peadar go way back. WAY back. Best friends since I can remember and that shines through this podcast. If I was to pick an episode to showcase what this podcast is all about, this is it! From covering "what I'm up to", to politics, bullying in the workplace, fear, revolution and even suicide, we cover a lot of bases. As always, I hope you're enjoying these conversations. Any and all feedback...

Ep#10 Des Seepersad 15.12.2017

This episode could be summarised as a 'tech' episode, but we also somehow managed to squeeze in porn, the Tànaiste, racism, , 'summoning the demon' and lots, lots more! Des is one of a kind and most certainly a man Off The Lead. Check out his YouTube channel {not representative of what's on YouTube} if you have a sense of humor and no patience https://www.youtube.com/user/ogdezAs always, I hope yo...

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