The ClockWork Junkie Podcast

What does it take to keep going when life tests you at every level? In this powerful episode, I sit down with cancer warrior, former hostage negotiator, and motivational speaker Terry Tucker for a raw conversation about resilience, purpose, mindset, and finding strength through adversity. Terry shares the life lessons he’s learned from battling cancer, negotiating high-stakes situations, and helpi...

This week I sit down with Ginny Burton for one of the most powerful conversations ever featured on the podcast. Introduced to drugs at just 7 years old by her own mother, Ginny’s life spiralled into addiction, crime, prison and years of survival mode. Arrests, felonies, jail cells and destruction became normal long before she ever had a chance at a normal childhood. This is a story about escaping...

This week I sit down with Ronan Walsh for one of the most honest and emotional conversations ever featured on the podcast. We talk about Zoe — Ronan’s daughter — who passed away at just 8 months old. This episode isn’t about sensationalism or shock. It’s about grief, love, memory and the reality of trying to keep going after unimaginable loss. Ronan speaks openly about fatherhood, hospitals, helpl...

Do we actually believe what we say we believe? Or do we just like the sound of it? In this episode, we take a closer look at the gap between what we claim to believe and how we actually live day to day. We get into: the difference between belief and simple agreement why many of our beliefs are borrowed, not built how our habits quietly reveal what we truly value and the tension that comes from liv...

In this episode, we take a closer look at the small, almost invisible habits that slowly pull you off course—the ones that feel normal, harmless… even comfortable. We get into: drifting through life without really choosing it constant distraction and the need to avoid silence the things you know you should change—but keep putting off and the strange feeling of being “fine”… but not quite right .Th...

A cry in the night. A sound you can’t place. And a feeling you don’t forget. In this episode, we step into one of Ireland’s most haunting and enduring legends — the Banshee. Not just a story…but something that has been whispered about for generations. Said to appear before death, heard but rarely seen, the Banshee isn’t something people go looking for…but something they remember hearing. We explor...

What if this isn’t speculation anymore? What if the conversation has already moved on… and most people just haven’t caught up? In this episode, We step away from the usual “do UFOs exist?” question—and look at something far more uncomfortable: Why are trained military pilots, radar operators, and intelligence officials all describing the same kinds of encounters… and why is it being acknowledged p...

Welcome to season 2 of The Clockwork Junkie Podcast. The world won’t stop talking. Phones. Noise. Comparison. Endless distraction. In Episode 1 of The Clockwork Junkie Podcast, we explore why modern life feels mentally exhausting, why people can’t switch off anymore, and why learning to want less might be the only real escape from the chaos. A deep, funny, honest conversation about overstimulation...

All good things come to an end. Welcome to the last ever episode of The ClockWork Junkie Podcast with Creator & Host Mark McCormack. The 2 hardest things to do are say the first hello and the last goodbye but after 3 fantastic years the time has come to bid you a farewell. You can really help the podcast by making a ONE TIME PayPal donation: https://www.paypal.me/clockworkjunkiepodcast Email:...

Today on the show I become the guest and the fantastic Siobhán Mungovan takes over as the host. Thank you for spending the last 3 years with me on the Podcast. I genuinely appreciate it and I hope you enjoy me answering some questions for a change. Find Siobhán here: https://open.spotify.com/show/20UWMu2ufhJ7oKuib3H4uB?si=WL1oHiF0S7OafojWAeYmKA Mark McCormack Creator & Host The ClockWork Junkie Po...

Olivier Mankondo is a keynote speaker, author, weight loss and wellness coach with a passion to help people achieve optimal health. He has been on a plant-based nutrition since 2016. Just by chance, he happened to be watching a program that showed that animal products were not designed for the human mechanism. He applied this newfound knowledge in his life and was able to cure himself of high bloo...

If you've ever wanted to Co-Host a podcast then now is your chance. I am looking for someone to potentially Co-Host a few episodes with me here on The ClockWork Junkie Podcast. All details are fully explained in this episode. You can really help the podcast by making a ONE TIME PayPal donation: https://www.paypal.me/clockworkjunkiepodcast Find my other links here including Social Media Account...

My guest on episode 244 is Deborah Keegan from "Royal Uisneach Hungarian Vizslas". Follow Deborah's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100060851961090 You can really help the Podcast by making one time paypal to: https://www.paypal.me/clockworkjunkiepodcast Find my other links here including Social Media Accounts, Audio Platforms and Tip Jar: https://linktr.ee/clo...

Today I give my opinion on what a "Real" friend should be, I share some of my favourite quotes and I discuss why character is extremely important to your personal contentment. You can really help the podcast by making a ONE TIME PayPal donation: https://www.paypal.me/clockworkjunkiepodcast Find my other links here including Social Media Accounts, Audio Platforms and Tip Jar: https://linktr.ee/cloc...

My guest today is the Director of Mixed Ability Sports Ireland, Alan Craughwell. We discuss a mixed ability sports event taking place in the fantastic Buccaneers RFC facilities in Dubarry Park, Athlone (N37 K0T9) on Saturday 10th June. If you are a business owner or volunteer and would like to help make this an unforgettable occasion contact: Niall Quinn Buccaneers RFC 0879764966 niallquinn67@gmai...

My guest today is 2 time author Siobhán Mungovan. Here we discuss her life, her new book and been born with Spina Bifida. Siobhán is a true powerhouse and an inspiration. Her attitude towards life is a testament to her character. Find her website here: https://www.keepsmilingalways.ie/ You can really help the podcast by making a ONE TIME PayPal donation: https://www.paypal.me/clockworkjunkiepodcas...

A solo show today with yours truly where I discuss my new job, Joe Biden's visit to Ireland, the Bud Light "scandal", Chat GPT, Charactor vs Reputation and loads more... You can really help the podcast by making a ONE TIME PayPal donation: https://www.paypal.me/clockworkjunkiepodcast Find my other links here including Social Media Accounts, YouTube Channel, Audio Platforms and Tip Jar: https://lin...

Today I talk to Cat Nolan about been diagnosed with ADHA at 43. You can really help the podcast by making a ONE TIME PayPal donation: https://www.paypal.me/clockworkjunkiepodcast Find my other links here including Social Media Accounts, YouTube Channel, Audio Platforms and Tip Jar: https://linktr.ee/clockworkjunkiepodcast To Promote Your Business on the Podcast, Sponsor an Episode or to leave a co...

Today we discuss James becoming a Father, Motivation, Discipline, Sam Smith, Donald Trump, Working, Exercise, Diet and loads more. You can really help the podcast by making a ONE TIME PayPal donation: https://www.paypal.me/clockworkjunkiepodcast Find my other links here including Social Media Accounts, YouTube Channel, Audio Platforms and Tip Jar: https://linktr.ee/clockworkjunkiepodcast To Promot...

Trigger Warning - The following conversation contains details that some listeners may find disturbing. Today on the Podcast Scarlett talks in detail about her battle with Bulimia. In an extremely open and honest way she discusses her childhood, bullying, bingeing, purging, mental health and loads more... Follow Scarlett on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090001192996 You can r...

Topics Discussed Today: Searching For Interstellar Objects, The Search For Alien Life, Alien Space Debris, The Galileo Project, The Future of AI, Is Time Travel Possible... You can really help the podcast by making a ONE TIME PayPal donation: https://www.paypal.me/clockworkjunkiepodcast Find my other links here including Social Media Accounts, YouTube Channel, Audio Platforms and Tip Jar: https://...

Today I discuss an old rite of passage and how it is still relevant in our life today. I also discuss a key difference between courage and strength. You can really help the podcast by making a ONE TIME PayPal donation: https://www.paypal.me/clockworkjunkiepodcast Find my other links here including Social Media Accounts, YouTube Channel, Audio Platforms and Tip Jar: https://linktr.ee/clockworkjunki...

Today I talk about some of the greatest mysteries from around the world. I also give an update on last weeks show and I pick 4 horses for the first day of Cheltenham. You can really help the podcast by making a ONE TIME PayPal donation: https://www.paypal.me/clockworkjunkiepodcast Find my other links here including Social Media Accounts, YouTube Channel, Audio Platforms and Tip Jar: https://linktr...

Today I talk about some changes that are on the way and the future of the show. You can really help the podcast by making a ONE TIME PayPal donation: https://www.paypal.me/clockworkjunkiepodcast Find my other links here including Social Media Accounts, YouTube Channel, Audio Platforms and Tip Jar: https://linktr.ee/clockworkjunkiepodcast To Promote Your Business on the Podcast, Sponsor an Episode...

Today on the show I talk about how Social Media Influencers are fake. You can really help the podcast by making a ONE TIME PayPal donation: https://www.paypal.me/clockworkjunkiepodcast Find my other links here: https://linktr.ee/clockworkjunkiepodcast To Promote Your Business on the Podcast, Sponsor an Episode or to leave a comment: Email: clockworkjunkiepodcast@gmail.com DM on Instagram or Messag...