The Resonate Podcast with Aideen

What if visibility could feel natural instead of performative? In this episode, Aideen sits down with visibility strategist, PR expert, and founder of the Be Seen Method, Sarah Stephens, to explore how entrepreneurs and creatives can become more visible without forcing themselves into exhausting marketing strategies that don’t fit. Sarah shares her approach to authentic PR, expert positioning, and...

What if your identity lives in the words you use, the places you remember, and the stories that were never fully told?  In this episode, Aideen is joined by songwriter, poet, and storyteller Randall Stephen Hall from North Belfast to explore Irish identity, cultural memory, and the role of creativity in reconnecting with our roots. Randall shares reflections on growing up during the Troubles, disc...

What happens when your self-worth depends on other people’s moods, praise, or approval? In this episode, Aideen sits down again with empowerment coach Julie Vander Muelen to explore conditional self-worth, people pleasing, and the quiet habit of handing our power to external validation. Together, they unpack why a life that looks successful on the outside can still feel misaligned and how self-lov...

What if the real reward of writing a book isn’t the bestseller badge but the person you become along the way?  In this episode, Aideen sits down with New York Times bestselling ghostwriter and publishing coach Rick Killian to explore how curiosity and storytelling transform scattered ideas into a clear and compelling message. Rick shares how the writing process often reshapes the author as much as...

What if your voice already knows who you are becoming? In this episode, Aideen interviews classical vocal coach and holistic life and health coach Simona Mango to explore how developing the voice can unlock confidence, emotional freedom, and a deeper sense of purpose. Simona shares her journey from a shy, airy tone to a resonant classical instrument, revealing how breath, posture, and mindset shif...

What if presence was not another thing to master, but the doorway to hearing what your life has been quietly asking for all along? In this episode of The Resonate Podcast , Aideen sits down with mindfulness and executive coach Samantha Gutowski to explore how a six-day retreat in Chiang Mai sparked a lasting shift from constant motion to grounded, intentional living.  Sam shares how 5 minute habit...

What happens to your confidence when the job title drops away and it is suddenly all on you? In this episode of The Resonate Podcast , Aideen sits down with business success coach and project management expert Fiona Brennan to explore the inner and outer shifts required when you move from corporate structure to founder freedom. Fiona speaks candidly about the early shock of doing every role yourse...

What if the most powerful pivot in your life begins the moment you admit you don’t know the next step? In this episode of The Resonate Podcast , Aideen sits down with photographer, coach, and guide Michèle Sennesael to explore a life shaped not by certainty, but by listening. Michèle shares her journey from the intensity of a prestigious newsroom to a quieter, truer path—one that began with a hunc...

What happens when you stop trying to be “good” and start listening to your body? In this intimate and eye-opening conversation, Aideen welcomes back empowerment coach Julie Vander Meulen to explore the hidden rules of Good Girl Syndrome—how it frays our nervous systems, shapes our relationships, and quietly erodes our joy. Through real stories and practical, compassionate tools, Julie shares how a...

What happens when the life you built can no longer hold who you’re becoming? In this raw conversation, Aideen sits down with Kanika Vasudeva, energy coach, strategist, and truth-teller, to explore the transformation that began with a private unraveling: a business losing momentum, a marriage dissolving, and the unimaginable grief of stillbirth.  What followed wasn’t a quick reinvention, but a clea...

What would happen if you turned love into a song—and dared to sing it out loud? In this moving episode, Aideen shares the story of Caryn, who—at nearly 60 and new to singing—decided to record a love song for her wedding. Inspired by an Instagram clip of a groom hearing his bride’s voice for the first time, Caryn set out to learn, record, and reveal her heart through music in just two months. Toget...

What if the rules you’ve been following are the bars of an invisible cage? In this powerful and deeply relatable conversation, Aideen sits down with empowerment coach and writer Julie Vander Muelen to unpack Good Girl Syndrome - the quiet conditioning that keeps women overgiving, overworking, and chasing approval long after they’ve already proven themselves. Julie shares her journey, from living b...

Grief can shrink the world and silence the parts of ourselves we most need to hear. In this episode, we sit down with somatic grief therapist Jason Wendroff-Rawnicki to explore how simple, body-based practices—breath, movement, sleep, and nutrition—can calm your nervous system and help you carry loss with steadiness and resilience. Jason shares his personal journey after losing his sister in 1998,...

Irish actress Geraldine Plunkett shares her remarkable journey from school plays to becoming one of Ireland's most beloved performers across stage and screen. She reflects on her surprise entry into acting, her experiences with the Abbey Theatre, and her current role in Sheila Forsey's new play "The Memory Room." • Started acting after being discovered by Abbey Theatre director...

In this episode of The Resonate Podcast , Áine Gleeson, founder of WowWe , shares how reconnecting with her singing voice transformed her confidence, leadership, and sense of self. She reflects on the role music played in her childhood, the rejection at age fourteen that silenced her voice for decades, and the small but brave steps that helped her reclaim it later in life. Áine opens up about join...

Alyse Bacine shares her groundbreaking approach to trauma healing and the profound impact it has on authentic self-expression. She explains how childhood experiences create limiting beliefs that prevent us from expressing our true selves and offers practical methods for releasing these blocks. • Trauma isn't always a catastrophic event—often it's subtle childhood experiences that create...

What happens when the very thing that once terrifies you becomes the place where you feel most fulfilled? In this episode of The Resonate Podcast , Stacy Simon shares her powerful journey from being paralysed by speaking anxiety to becoming a confident trainer with the US Air Force. For years, Stacy avoided visibility—her voice would shake, anxiety would take over, and traditional public speaking...

What if confidence isn’t something you build by pushing harder—but something that emerges when you expand your energy? In this episode of The Resonate Podcast, Aideen is joined by transformational coach Danita Young, who shares the insight that changed everything for her: when we make decisions from a contracted energetic state, shaped by fear, limiting beliefs, and generational patterns... we rec...

What if your brand didn’t start with a strategy—but with a feeling? In this episode of The Resonate Podcast , Aideen is joined by intuitive branding and website designer Liz Ellery for a grounded, inspiring conversation about creating a business that truly reflects who you are. Liz shares how intuition can be a powerful guide in both design and decision-making, and why your body is often the first...

What if you could understand what people are really saying—without a single word being spoken? In this episode of The Resonate Podcast , Aideen is joined by internationally renowned facial profiling and body language expert Joseph McGuire for a fascinating exploration of nonverbal communication, intuition, and ancient Chinese face reading. Joseph shares how a lifelong fascination with observing pe...

Executive stage presence coach Erin Duffy returns to discuss how authentic leadership presence transforms careers and inspires others, whether on camera or in person. She shares practical techniques for creating meaningful connections in virtual environments and challenges common misconceptions about what it means to be a leader. • The key to camera confidence is seeing beyond the technology to co...

Opera singer and vocal coach Ekaterina Kardakova shares powerful insights on how voice techniques from the stage can transform business leaders' communication and presence. She reveals her journey from performing at prestigious venues like La Scala to helping executives harness their voices to build trust, credibility, and influence in the corporate world. • Most business professionals undere...

Emmy award-winning vocalist and intuitive vocal coach Deonna Marie shares her powerful journey from childhood trauma to becoming a transformative voice teacher who heals more than just vocal technique. Through her unique approach, she helps clients remove psychological masks and connect with their authentic expression, teaching that true singing is about feeling, not just sound. • Discovering her...

Unleash your personal style with insights from executive stylist Nina Fountain in this vibrant episode.  With an unexpected career transition from management consultant to styling expert, Nina delves into how mastering your style can transform not only your outward appearance but also your self-image and presence in the professional sphere. Nina emphasizes that personal style is a unique form of c...

What if you could step into a photograph and truly be seen? Join us on the Resonate podcast as we welcome Éadaoin Curtin, a remarkable photographer, educator, and copywriter dedicated to breaking the chains of perfectionism and self-judgment.  This episode is a heartfelt dive into Éadaoin's unique journey from brand photography to empowering visibility work, where she creates environments tha...