The Weekly Wheatley

Derek talks to David about being born with a congenital heart defect, moving to Norway, writing poems, his memoir 'Pacemaker', mortality, coma hallucinations, watching his own surgery, and the joys of walking! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek talks to Fiona about her sporting upbringing, becoming a physical therapist, her approach to injuries, stretching before training, performance coaching, Ultimate Frisbee, her success on the field, and 'The Princess Bride'! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek talks to Andrew about homeschooling, his start in MMA, being inspired by his coaches, opening The Kings Court Academy, his approach as a head coach, comfort in discomfort, and relaxing by watching MMA sped up! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek goes on a musical odyssey through his favourite songs from every year that he was born and picks his favourite from each one. Have a listen and see if your musical tastes align! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek talks to Rachel about sharing mental health content on Instagram, refusing to empower anxiety, therapy, her love for fashion, her dog Bonnie, why the gym is so important to her, and dancing in the kitchen! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek talks to Callyann about body confidence issues, the Try Channel, talking through tough times, embracing festivals, the art of small talk, working for RTE Pulse, her music education, being comfortable with your own style, and Hans Zimmer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek talks to Bianca about how the tag of an identity isn't important, the beginnings of her transition, body confidence, her introduction to porn, the complexities of the porn industry, developing thick skin and 'The Exorcist'! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek talks to Eugene about growing up in Newry, his former teacher who inspired him, studying postcolonial literature, the joys of the theatre, Ireland's literary history, the future of the theatre and being a "magpie"! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek talks about the loss of Sinead O'Connor: her difficult upbringing, 'Mandinka' at the Grammys, her activism, that SNL performance, her style, facing down the critics, mental health, the loss of her son and why she is an icon! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek talks to Lou about composing, her influences, her album 'Nora Ephron's Soul For The Sleepless', creativity as a way to sooth anxiety, folk music, Lou Reed's 'Perfect Day' and exercise! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek talks to Melissa about South Africa, her PhD, mental health in the young people of Ireland (drug + economic factors, how education can help, the therapeutic methods that are used) and the rewards of gaming! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek talks about his parents breakup, Nirvana, quitting alcohol, training and his first Radiohead gig! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek talks to Claire about her love for art, portraits, ADHD, her first tattoo, memorial tattoos, tuning out when working, the significance of people's tattoo choices and being an exceptional cook! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek talks to Peter about his introduction to clinical psychology, his interest in delusions & hallucinations, why we need a revolution in mental health care, medication, diagnosis, the DSM-5, changing care facilities and beekeeping! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek talks to Joanna about her path to archaeology, the Bronze Age, archaeology in pop culture, the peacefulness in trowelling, historical finds, her studies of internment in 1916 and how she winds down! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek talks to Maggie about her start as a painter, why hands are so hard to draw, finding calm in creativity, the long journey in restoring her house, history in places and people, rewilding, and why music can be a tough listen! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek talks about his early aspirations, wanting to become a famous musician, writing a novel, being too harsh on himself, running his first half marathon, receiving his first medal and what's next! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek talks to Cristin about the idea of home, becoming an art critic, why she wrote her memoir 'Negative Space', dealing with the break up of her marriage, singing in public, being absorbed in art and the joys of rearranging her artwork! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek talks to Jamie about growing up around nature, going from hating school to doing a PhD in Trinity, climate anxiety, urban v rural Ireland, the 'just transition' of bogs, his love for animals and collecting video games! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek talks about music that gives us joy, contributions from listeners, moments within songs that light them up, music that stirs memories, songs in live concerts, how slow songs can pump us up, sing-alongs and ABBA! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek talks to Nicola about hypnobirthing, mindfulness, positive visualisation, voicing concerns, changing careers, explaining your job to everyone and choosing the right books to spend your time on! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wheatleydeQ

Derek talks to Aideen about becoming an artist, her residency in NASA, OCD in her work, 'Weapons Of Mass Consumption', representation in the art world and standing up against the establishment!

Derek talks about mental health in music, how depression can be conveyed in lyrics, the excellence of 'Hi Ren', songs that make him anxious, artists appropriating mental illness in their work, the hell of 120bpm in nightclubs and 'Outshined'!

Derek talks to Eimear about how nature inspires her art, noticing the smaller things in life, folklore, influences, connecting with her customers, drawing outdoors and accidently discovering art!

Derek talks to Bernie about why she became a teacher, creative mindfulness for kids, how kids respond to being mindful, the long term goals, allowing kids to be creative, equipping kids with coping strategies for the future, poetry, checking in with yourself and the importance of being active!