The Trina Mara Podcast

Christopher Connolly from "Get Better with Chris" talks about the reckless behaviour and M9 crash and how young people have choices in life - they don't have to give in to peer pressure. https://www.instagram.com/getbetterwithchris/?hl=en

Ruby Wax has extended her "Absolutely Famous" tour into 2027 (Vicar Street 23rd May) and chats to Trina Mara about her "memorable" encounters with Donald Trump and Bill Cosby. www.rubywax.net

Motsi Mabuse is a professional dancer and judge on "Strictly Come Dancing" and also a Disney Princess Ambassador. World Princess Week runs from 16th-22nd August. The Walt Disney Company's " Once a Princess, Always a Princess” , celebrates the lasting impact Disney Princess stories have across generations, from the characters and music we grew up with to the values and memories we pass on toda...

Content creator by_catriona chats to Trina Mara about her ADHD and planned double mastectomy after testing positive for the PALB2 gene.

Celtic Exodus – The Musical  is on for a limited run in Dublin’s Mansion House. Written by Brian Warfield of The Wolfe Tones, it’s a story of unfaltering bravery, resilience and true Irish spirit, with a forbidden romance at its heart. With an ensemble cast of 20 led by emerging stars Leah Barniville  (Britain’s Got Talent) and Jack Quinn  (Riverdance) Phelim Drew and Sue Colli...

Sadhbh Leahy from DIAS (Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies)/Dunsink Observatory chats to Trina Mara ahead of this evening's solar eclipse - the do's and the dont's plus how to make your own viewer

Retired Garda John Finnerty chats to Trina Mara about the importance of staying calm in a crisis and how anyone can overcome a fear of public speaking. https://ie.linkedin.com/in/johnfinnerty1

Billy Ocean chats to Trina Mara ahead of his Irish shows this September

He's a TV personality - actor, comedian, writer, podcaster and could soon be adding Oscar winner to that list. Known for his sharp Dublin wit and storytelling, Joe McGucken is a familiar face from the hit RTÉ Player series "Darren & Joe’s Free Gaff". Aswell as hosting the "Stall it" podcast with Darren, he has taken his curiosity to another level with the RTE podcast "Ramble with Joe McGucken"...

Are the dating apps on the way out? App fatique is a real thing with users saying they are tired of swiping every day and still not finding themselves in a relationship. Fergal Harrington from Intro Matchmaking chats to Trina about their tried and tested method instead www.intro.ie or call 01-6777000

Did you know the most Googled question about gout in Ireland is "can you still drink with gout?". Belfast Comedian Paddy McDonnell chats to Trina about having his finger bitten off and his start in comedy. In his hilarious new show, Paddy takes a brutally funny look at getting older, battling gout, and the perils of trying to keep up with his younger self — from boxing and keeping fit to the highs...

The Tax Nerd, Mairead O'Driscoll chats to Trina Mara about tax implications of your side hustles and how preparation and being organized is key! Her course is available on her Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thetaxnerd_/

Comedian Christopher Hall chats to Trina Mara about "Pizazz" live at The Sugar Club in Dublin on 8th of October 2026 and his viral backing dancing. https://www.instagram.com/chrxstopher.hall/ Image Credit: Rachel Sherlock

Conor Moore, comedian and impressionist, will perform at Dublin's 3Olympia on the 14th of May 2026 and the TF Royal, Castlebar on the 18th of September 2026. https://www.instagram.com/conor_sketches/

Ryan Tubridy popped into studio to chat all about The Bookshelf Live touring the country.....seeing as he LOVES to review books, Trina had a surprise for Ryan ! He will be at Cork Opera House April 30th, Lime Tree Theatre in Limerick on May 7th and the 3Olympia in Dublin on the 8th of June 2026. For nationwide dates see https://www.instagram.com/bookshelfpodcast/

Bob Barrett chats to Trina Mara about "Death on the Nile" coming to the Gaiety Theatre in Dublin 21st-25th April. They chat about Bob's former role as Dr. Sacha Levy on "Holby City".

Trina Mara has somehow ended up braless as she interviewed popstar Anastacia!! Anastacia performs at Dublin's 3Olympia Theatre on 15th and 18th of September 2026

Siobhan O'Donovan is "The Booby Physio"! The West Cork founder of www.posturefittingphysio.com , offers a physio-led services that helps women struggling with the sheer weight of their breasts, through all stages of life. She chats to Trina Mara.

Blepharoplasty is an eyelid surgery that involves removing excess skin for a more youthful look and improved vision if the skin drooping is causing sight issues. As with all surgeries, there are risks such as infection, scarring, potential eyelid/vision function problems like dryness and difficult closing the eyelid and adverse reaction to anesthesia. Downtime is also required due to swelling and...

Tuula Harrington is an award-winning goldsmith and founder of Designworks Studio in Cork. She’s been speaking to Trina Mara about the misconceptions surrounding “ethical” lab grown stones and the lack of transparency in diamond supply chains, particularly in relation to sustainability claims. www.designworksstudio.ie

Comedian Al Murray, a.k.a. The Pub Landlord plays Vicar Street on March 27th 2026 - hot on the heels of a sell-out 138 date UK tour. He chats to Trina Mara

Amy Swan chats to Trina Mara about the importance of nutrition for both men and women when trying to conceive. www.amyswannutrition.com

Mick Finucane from Chapter's Bookstore joins Trina Mara with some new book release recommendations for Christmas www.chaptersbookstore.com

Trina Mara is joined by the man behind the music of "Downton Abbey". "Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale" is available on DVD and Blu-ray from December 15th. John shares his advice for parents who notice a musical ability in their children.

Comedian Ardal O'Hanlon chats to Trina Mara about bringing the final night of his "Not Himself" tour back to Dublin, Father Ted and his dreams for the Irish football team www.ardalohanlon.com