The Endless Spiral - with Keith Russell

In this episode, Keith is joined by broadcaster, presenter, author, podcaster, and all-round super talented Meghann Scully. Meghann hosts a radio show on Classic Hits, has written a book called Broken Love, and contributed to Mental Health for Millennials book series. She also presents a show called What's The Story on the Virgin Media player. We chat about mental health, grief, career, writing, f...

In this episode, Keith is joined by HUH clothing brand founder Mark Donnelly. Mark donates 10 percent of sales to mental health charities. We chatted about that and what inspired Mark to create the brand. Lots more in this conversation including who Mark would like to wear his HUH clothes and where he sees himself and HUH going forward.  HUH website can be found here: https://huhclothing.com/ Host...

We covered many topics in this episode with Darren. From Darren's early childhood feeling isolated and struggling with food to maintaining his mental health and fitness during covid it was great to hear how Darren uses his social media for good and has some fantastic advice on therapy, staying connected, and taking a time out when needed.  It was a pleasure chatting with Darren, he is so honest, g...

In this episode, Keith is joined by the broadcaster Clare McKenna. Clare is currently the host of Alive and Kicking on Newstalk that cover ‘health’ in a wide variety of topics. Clare also hosts a podcast called Changemakers. We chat about dealing with lockdown, how covid brought on anxious feelings in Clare, missing family, the importance of family, grief, parenting, work, friendships, meditation,...

In this episode, I'm delighted to say we are joined by author, freelance writer, mental health blogger, and poet, Darragh Fleming. Darragh runs the brilliant Thoughts too Big blog and has a book coming out soon called Lonely Boy, which is published by Book Hub Publishing. Daragh explains how writing helped him overcome grief and come to terms with his emotions. He's a big advocate in exercising, m...

In this episode, Keith is joined all the way from Boston Massachusetts by Binge Eating Dietitian Joe Mascalu. Joe is a registered dietitian with a focus on eating disorders and in particular, binge eating disorder and type 2 diabetes. She offers up some brilliant advice on managing your binge eating.  Jo is also one of the people behind the online petition to decommission a controversial tv show h...

I'm delighted to say I am joined by the multi-talented Hannah Tyrrell today. Hannah is an Irish international rugby player, current Dublin GAA footballer, ambassador for Pieta House, and a massive mental health advocate. Hannah has had a wondering sporting career and is very open about sharing her story now, but it wasn't always that way. As a teenager, Hannah suffered in silence as so many people...

Sinead and her sister Gillian Crowe are two leading proponents of intuitive eating. Sinéad, a mental health nurse and nutritional therapist, and Gillian, a mental health social worker and yoga teacher, have created an online community aimed at deconstructing diet culture and harmful attitudes towards weight loss and nutrition. Sinéad stated that both women experimented with many diets over the yea...

Joining me today is TV presenter and Celebrity ghost hunter Ray Jorden.  Ray has been on and off our TV screens for over ten years, appearing in shows such as ITV's The Paranormal 5, Syfy Australia's Haunting Australia, and many more, he has also appeared in countless radio shows, newspapers, and media publications talking about his work in the paranormal, anti-bullying, suicide awareness, he is a...

In today's episode, Keith is joined by the amazing Jessica Brogan. Jessica is a massive advocate for mental health and wellbeing In general, she has recovered from an eating disorder and tells how living in a home with domestic violence caused her severe anxiety as a child. Jessica is now a therapist in training and has a burning desire to help other people.  Hosted by Keith Russell, all informati...

In today's episode, I'm delighted to say I'm joined by Personal Development, Wellbeing Performance Coach, Stephanie Doherty. Stephanie works with clients supporting them in areas such as their wellbeing, personal development, mindset, beliefs, and patterns, and understanding their thoughts in order to support them in living a more fulfilling and authentic life. Hosted by Keith Russell, all informa...

In today's episode, I am joined by author and resilience coach Lizzy Shortall. Lizzy has written two books. One is called The Lotus and the tiger which was inspired by the loss of her brother. The other is called Joys Playground, a children’s book to help kids with Mindfulness, gratitude, and self-belief.  Lizzy explains what a Resilience Coach does and how dealing with the loss of her brother ins...

You’ll probably know keith from hosting the breakfast show on 2fm. Having finished up a 5-year stint presenting, the breakfast show on 2fm Keith decided to take a step back and focus on himself. By doing that he ended up writing his one-man play called Pure mental. In this episode, the two Keiths chat about being a modern man and dealing with the pressures of life. They talk about growing up in th...

We had great fun recording this episode. Sometimes it's good not to take things too seriously. Norma is currently appearing on stage in Willy Russell’s, Sherly Valentine, shes tells us what it's like doing that. We also chatted about mental health in general, body dysmorphia, eating disorders, Bodywhys, Norma's podcast called Heal Your Hole, and Celebrity Ireland Fittest Family.  Hosted by Keith R...

In this episode, Keith is joined by the fantastic Aoife Sweeney. Aoife has been very open and honest about her battles with anorexia followed by bulimia but thankfully she is now in recovery and in a much better place. Aoife explains whats it's like living with an eating disorder and whats it's like to seek out different types of help and support. Fascinating life story by Aoife and it was an abso...

In this episode, Keith is joined by country-rock recording artist Arlene Bailey. Arlene has had her fair share of ups and downs and is quite open about discussing her own mental health battles, and how being diagnosed with bipolar changed her life for the better. She's also had her battles with eating disorders, depression and a bit of bodybuilding thrown in there, because why not. Hosted by Keith...

In this episode, Keith is joined by the brilliant Caroline McMenamin. Caroline is a Psychotherapist and Integrative Counsellor. She is also the founder of ‘Replenish’, a non-clinical mental health organisation that delivers ‘Mental Health Workshops around the UK and Ireland in schools, workplaces, and communities. Caroline has lived with an anxiety-based mental health disorder since she was four y...

In this episode, Keith is joined by Barry Murphy of BodyWhys. Bodywhys is the national voluntary organisation supporting people affected by eating disorders. Barry explains the different types of eating disorders and some red flags to look out for if you are worried about someone who you feel might have an eating disorder.  We learn what the first steps are to seek help and what needs to be done i...

In this episode, I am joined by Chris Sherlock. Chris is a radio broadcaster and also an author who was involved with the book series called Mental Health for Millennials. Chris tells us about his experiences with bullying, suicidal thoughts, binge eating, and exercise.  Chris has been very open about sharing his own story, in which he tells of how he fell victim to bullying during his first year...

On this episode I’m delighted to say we have Rory O’Connor (aka Rory’s Stories) joining us. Rory is a big advocate for Mental Health and like so many people he’s had his battles with it. We all know Rory from his comedy sketches on social media and YouTube but he’s also done lots of talks on mental health along with videos for GAA and CIF promoting mental health, so it's obviously something close...

In this episode, Keith is joined by Christine Higgins, owner of Spiritual Wellness & Coaching. She is a yoga teacher, a reiki healer, and a well-being coach. Her passion is in helping people calm the monkey mind and connect with their inner compass. Will we chat to Christine about all that but first we are going to hear about her own personal journey and it’s a belter.  Hosted by Keith Russell, al...

In this episode, Keith is joined by Stephen from the Trojan Hemp Co. The Trojan Hemp Co. is a new CBD brand based in Dublin. We are always interested to chat with new businesses that offer products to help mental health. Born out of the pandemic, the brand was started by Stephen and his partner Hattie and launched in June this year. They set out to create innovative CBD products, that would help m...

In this episode, Keith is joined by the guys from A Game Consultancy. They are the 3 Adam’s,  Adam Hindley, Adam Smith, and Adam Mayhew. A game consultancy deals with not only a person's outer wellbeing but also your inner wellbeing.  We’ll chat about why the guy's set up A-Game but also about their own individual journeys. The guys also offer up some brilliant advice on nutrition and understandin...

In this episode, I am joined by Irish free diving record holder Claire Walsh. Claire has represented Ireland at the freediving world champs and can hold her breath for 6 mins.  We talk about breathing techniques and how it can improve your wellness and even enhance performance, and relieve stress and anxiety.    Hosted by Keith Russell, all information about Keith's own personal story is available...

In this episode, I am joined by Adrian Hart. Adrian is a newly recovering alcoholic who is currently in the process of getting certified to be both a fitness instructor/personal training and also a certified on managing mental health in adults.  Adrian has been very open about his battle with alcoholism and mental health on his social media, so I'm delighted to say he's here to tell us all about h...