The Imperfectionist

In the final episode of the series of The Imperfectionist, Carla Piera FitzGerald is joined by the inspiring Peigin Crowley, founder of Ground Wellbeing, mother, and all-round powerhouse. From her roots in massage therapy to building a wellness brand, Peigin shares her journey through early menopause, stress, and self-discovery. They explore the balance between work and family, personal growth, an...

Tom Coleman is the guest this episode. Tom is a sleep expert who has worked with top athletes, businesses, and people from all walks of life to help them understand rest and recovery. Tom breaks down common myths, explains circadian rhythms and misalignments. Plus he has some tips for better sleep, especially for shift workers. Carla and Tom chatted about how most of us have lost touch with nature...

The guest this episode is Riona O’Connor. Performer, comedian, singer, mum, and absolute force of nature online. You’ve probably seen her viral sketches about parenting, body image, confidence, and the sheer madness of modern life. Her mix of humour and honesty has built her a huge following and for good reason! Carla and Riona spoke about life as content creators, the ongoing pursuit of body acce...

We find out more about harnessing the power of your own mind in this episode! Fiona Brennan is a clinical hypnotherapist, bestselling author, and expert in anxiety, sleep, and self-love. Fiona joins Carla and spoke about positivity, self love, and the power of the mind!  Find Fiona and The Positive Habit on Instagram  And her website is thepositivehabit.com If you enjoyed that, make sure...

Sarah-Louise McKibbin who you might know as @rocknrollmama_x on Instagram joins Carla for her first podcast appearance, so we’re honoured!  Carla and Sarah-Louise chat about her transition from traditional jobs to becoming a full-time content creator, the importance of honouring your own style, finding your people and the misconceptions surrounding being an alternative fashion girlie! Follow...

You may now her as "Yoga with Maura" on Instagram or from Alan Sugar's boardroom! This week on The Imperfectionist, Carla chats with yoga teacher, entrepreneur, and The Apprentice 2024 contestant Maura Rath . After walking away from a high-stress corporate job, Maura turned to yoga, first for herself, and then as her full-time mission. She built a thriving business ( Yoga With Maura ) and brought...

The the link between brain chemistry and sense of self… and a whole lot more. Dr. Sabina Brennan is an Irish health psychologist, neuroscientist, author, and former actress. Sabina joins Carla and explores the science of self-talk, brain health, and self-belief, how the stories we tell ourselves shape our lives, and how neuroscience can help us challenge them!  Find out more about Sabina’s wo...

Thriving in Dubai, our guest this week is beauty and style creator Aideen Kate. Aideen opens up about her recent transformation. From struggling with self-image to embracing her love of fashion, she shares how a mindset shift around weight loss, routine, and self-care helped her reconnect with her true self. She also reflects on winding down her beauty brand, True Beauty a decision filled with val...

This week, broadcaster and journalist Andrea Gilligan joins us for an honest conversation about career, criticism, and courage. From leaving a secure job for a two-day freelance gig to building a respected presence on national radio, Andrea shares how hard work, timing, and a bit of luck shaped her path. She opens up about the personal toll of online trolling, and why she no longer says “I don’t m...

This week, it’s just Half of Carla but she’s bringing her whole heart to your questions and dilemmas. From navigating passive-aggressive friendships and setting boundaries without burning bridges, to supporting a partner on a health journey and rising above imposter syndrome, no question is too small or too sticky. Plus, a few rapid-fire Qs just for Carla. Follow us on Instagram Get in touch by em...

Irish singer-songwriter RuthAnne shares her journey from a young talent breaking into the music industry to collaborating with some of the biggest names in the business. She opens up about the tough realities of the music world, the art of songwriting, the power of embracing who you are and finding your unique parts.  RuthAnne also shared her personal battle with endometriosis - living with c...

Fresh from his honeymoon in Vegas, Darren Conway joins Carla for a chat about married life, making content, and the ups and downs of being your own boss. He even showed his softer side, talking about how his wife Amy helped him see his worth and pushed him out of his comfort zone. Darren also chats about needing a bit of reassurance now and then, and how, even though he puts himself out there he s...

This episode was almost called "the queen farts" - That will give you an idea of this week's guest's outlook on life! Carla sits down with Susan McCarthy, the woman behind “Sue Dan House” on Instagram. If you’re one of her 99 thousand followers on Instagram, you’ll know Sue for her fab interiors, satisfying cleaning videos, laid back glam and her refreshing honesty about, well - life! They discuss...

Carla is joined by her best friend, Kirsty Baggs Morgan! Kirsty shares how years of feeling 'other' taught her that true belonging comes from being fully herself - not from trying to fit into others' expectations.. it can take decades to build and that’s okay. Kirsty opens up about her experiences in the corporate world and how losing her job unexpectedly became a transformative moment, leading he...

Riverdance principal dancer Amy Mae Dolan joins Carla for a conversation about resilience, passion, and life on and off stage.  Amy Mae and Carla talk self-doubt and the importance of self-belief & commitment to always improving even when you've already landed a dream job, and how a foot injury almost changed her course. Don't miss this one if you want to find out just how much work goes...

Carla is joined by Rebecca Shekleton, broadcaster, podcaster and host of 98FM’s Big Breakfast. Rebecca opens up about the voice in her head that told her she wasn’t enough and how she learned to turn it into fuel instead of fear. From childhood karaoke machines to carving out a career in radio, she shares her journey with honesty, humour, and explore what “enough” really means. Follow Rebecca on I...

A mind-expanding conversation on self-doubt, inner critics, and why your thoughts aren’t always telling the truth! This week Carls is joined by psychologist and cognitive scientist Dr. John Francis Leader (JFL).  They talk about perfectionism and how to shift the stories we tell ourselves. John shares powerful metaphors, practical tools, and insights that just might rewire how you see yoursel...

In this episode Carla is joined by the stylish, wise, and effortlessly cool Cathy O'Connor.  Cathy is one of Ireland’s leading fashion stylists and a personal shopper at Kildare Village, she is also a passionate advocate for sustainable fashion and challenging ageism in the industry. In this conversation, Cathy shares her thoughts on the deeper impact of fashion - how it influences confidence...

In this episode, Carla sits down with Lisa O’Sullivan Shaw known to many as Modern Irish Mom on Instagram for an inspiring and deeply personal conversation. Lisa’s Instagram is filled with hilarious videos poking fun at mom life, along with plenty of fashion content. But behind the laughs and style, Lisa has a truly remarkable story. She opens up about her journey from overcoming childhood bullyin...

In this episode, Carla is joined by singer, songwriter, and self-confessed yapper, Erica Cody. They dive into the story behind her brand Rally Grl, the importance of carving out space for creativity, and why she sees herself as her biggest competitor. Erica opens up about facing self-doubt how she’s found her own way to silence it and reach for the stars anyway!  Follow Erica on Instagram htt...

The curse of comparison, negative friends, body image holding back relationships, failing to stay on track, and braving a brand new start are some of the areas covered this week in a special ‘mailbag’ episode - where Carla reads listeners messages and gives her opinion and some advice. And the self compassion pioneer that Carla mentions is Dr Kristen Neff . Read more about her work here .  Ne...

This week, Carla is joined by the passionate presenter, broadcaster, and health coach, Clare McKenna. Clare shares insights from her career, the power of putting yourself out there and embracing life’s magic moments. Clare & Carla explore why being “full of yourself” should be seen as a positive, the importance of meaningful connections, and the natural ebbs and flows of adult friendships. The...

The guest this episode is the wonderful Laura Drury—also known as The Glam Shamrock on Instagram.  Laura is a content creator, business owner, and Mum of three. She shares everything from fashion to family life, always with honesty! Carla and Laura spoke about self-doubt, comparison, and how to stay true to yourself when the online world tells you otherwise. Laura’s work advocating for women...

Carla is joined by Nikki Dwyer, founder of Future Beauty Show, to talk about the twists and turns of her journey. One that led from philosophy to litigation, from heartbreak to healing, and from self-doubt to self-worth. - Which included a guru and a moment of clarity over mushroom tea, on an unplanned solo trip to Bali!  Nikki opens up about losing herself in a toxic relationship, the red fl...

In this episode of The Imperfectionist, Carla Piera FitzGerald is joined by Tara Anderson, aka Tara Makeup. Tara is a makeup artist, model, influencer, entrepreneur and Mum. We hear about Tara’s amazing work ethic, becoming self employed at a very young age and saying Yes first and figuring it out later. Carla and Tara discuss her tentative confidence especially in business. How jealousy is not so...