Allen O'Donoghue Motivation Interview Podcasts

Hi everyone and welcome back to Episode 2 of the Motivation Interview podcast. In this week's episode, I speak with Katie McKeown. Katie is a young lady who talks very openly about the challenges she has faced in trying to participate in football at a competitive level, a notion that most males don't ever have to think twice about, and how that inspired her to give back to her community and become the first female referee in the county of Louth. Katie discusses her determination and how that is helping her build a career in accountancy.

We hope you enjoy this conversation with this highly inspirational young lady...one that every young woman should listen to.

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Welcome back to the Motivation Interview podcast. In this week's episode, Allen chats with business psychologist, Sue Firth. Sue takes us through life growing up as the child of a military parent and the impact this had on her growing up and moving into the field of psychology. Sue also discusses the importance of self care and getting a better understanding of ourselves in order to shape the future we want. We hope you enjoy this one.

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In today's episode, Allen chats with Dr. Fraser Carson. Fraser is Assistant Professor of Coaching and Sport Psychology at LUNEX University in Luxembourg. Fraser talks about his sporting career and the highs and lows of working in professional sport as well as his focus on increasing female participation in sport. Listen to two long-time friends discuss their career paths and how "luck" sometimes isn't just luck! #sportspsychology #sport #motivation

In the latest episode of the Motivation Interview, Allen chats with CEO of Leinster Rugby, Shane Nolan. Shane talks about his early life in boarding school, through his years working in business and tech, right up to taking over the role of CEO at his beloved Leinster. Hope you all enjoy this one! #leinsterrugby #motivation #IRFU

In this episode, Allen chats with radio presenter, Sinead Brassil. Sinead fills us in on the impact a good teacher had on her future career as a presenter for LMFM radio, how an unexpected pregnancy turned into a gift and how her dedication to research has made all the difference in helping to shape her professionalism. Hope you enjoy this one and let us know what you think! #lmfm #radiopresenter #motivation

In this latest episode, Allen sits down with Gags Tandon, creator of Anfield Index, one of the primary resources for everything Liverpool Football Club. Gags tells us about life growing up and the challenges he faced in school, immersing himself in the internet and it's potential, and his desire to give people a voice. The conversation was so intriguing and we know you will thoroughly enjoy this one. #LFC #anfieldindexpro #motivationinterview

The Motivation Interview podcast returns with former Irish rugby international, Niall Ronan. In this episode, Niall takes us through life growing up in Co Meath and finding a love for rugby, which he was able to turn into career due to his determination and work ethic. We also delve into life after rugby and how Niall has supported others to create and succeed in their mental and physical health goals with his company, Titan Wellness. Enjoy the latest episode! #motivation #rugby #health

In this episode, Allen chats with forensic health & learning coach, author and neurodivergent advocate, Olive Hickmott. Olive is a world leader in developing supports for neurodivergent people and takes us through her journey of her own learning struggles, her "AH-HA!" moments, and developing the Empowering Learning programme. Olive's knowledge and ability to make learning simple is amazing and we are sure you'll love this chat. Enjoy!

This week Allen talks with Ireland's first ever professional female boxer, former world champion and trailblazer Deirdre Gogarty. Deirdre tells us about walking into the gym for the first time when women weren’t allowed to box, being in the first ever female PPV fight, right through to winning her frist World title.

As the Deirdre Gogarty Legacy Committee work to get a statue built of Deirdre in her home town of Drogheda, have listen to Deirdre's story in her own words! #motivation #boxing #inspiration

In this episode, Allen meets professional MMA fighter, Ciarán Clarke, ahead of his fight in Dublin this coming weekend. Ciarán takes us through leaving school early and how the words of those around us can sometimes have a much bigger impact than they expect. Ciarán is open & honest and his dedication to his craft shines through. #mma #inspiration #motivation

Welcome to series 7 of the Motivation Interview podcast. Allen kicks off with a great chat with writer/director, Darren Thornton. Darren chats about getting into movies at a young age and the confidence of youth, when it came to creating. Darren's honesty around the highs and lows of the industry, is a breath of fresh air and we know you will love his story! #motivation #writer #movies

Allen & Lisa are joined this week by GirlWhoShivers, aka Tech, from the Hypnos project, to chat about the importance of equality and community in the web3 space and how we can learn from our kids! #parenting #parentsontheblockchain #nfts #nftcommunity #children #onlinesafety 

Allen & Lisa are joined this week by Anna Skates to chat about understanding why our children can react they way they do and how this impacts them while online! #parenting #parentsontheblockchain #nfts #nftcommunity #children #onlinesafety 

Allen & Lisa are joined this week by Irishnftgal to discuss consent and online use of our information in order to help our children understand their rights as they grow up in a more digital world! #parenting #parentsontheblockchain #nfts #nftcommunity #children #onlinesafety #consent

Allen & Lisa are joined this week by Tech & Jay to breakdown all the different elements of the blockchain, nfts and crypto and how you can learn alongside your kids and help them navigate the new world that will be available to  them! #parenting #parentsontheblockchain #nfts #nftcommunity #children #onlinesafety

Allen and Lisa are joined this week by Dom to breakdown all the different elements of the blockchain, nfts and crypto and how you can learn alongside your kids and help them navigate the new world that will be available to  them! #parenting #parentsontheblockchain #nfts #nftcommunity #children #onlinesafety

Allen and Lisa are joined this week by RainafazzAF breakdown all the different elements of the blockchain, nfts and crypto and how you can learn alongside your kids and help them navigate the new world that will be available to  them! #parenting #parentsontheblockchain #nfts #nftcommunity #children #onlinesafety

Allen and Lisa are joined this week by Anna Skates breakdown all the different elements of the blockchain, nfts and crypto and how you can learn alongside your kids and help them navigate the new world that will be available to  them! #parenting #parentsontheblockchain #nfts #nftcommunity #children #onlinesafety

In this episode, Allen sits down with Amelia from Happy Nation, a project working to empower people to make positive change in their lives through simple daily steps! Amelia talks about her own challenges growing up and her inspiration for the project. #mentalhealth #motivation #nftcommunity #web3 

Allen and Lisa breakdown all the different elements of the blockchain, nfts and crypto and how you can learn alongside your kids and help them navigate the new world that will be available to  them! #parenting #parentsontheblockchain #nfts #nftcommunity #children #onlinesafety

Allen and Lisa breakdown all the different elements of the blockchain, nfts and crypto and how you can learn alongside your kids and help them navigate the new world that will be available to  them! #parenting #parentsontheblockchain #nfts #nftcommunity #children #onlinesafety

Almost 1 year to the date since their first interview, Allen chats with Yam & Raph from the World of Women NFT project and how life has changed for them since they launched. They discuss the personal & professional changes they have experienced and where they see the future of the organisation as a whole! #worldofwomennft #nftcommunity #nfts #motivation #web3

In preparation for Allen's follow up interview with Yam & Raph from World of Women, which will be released next week, here is the very first interview with them from August 2021, just after the release of the original World of Women NFT project. The pair discuss their hopes and dreams for the project and how it has impacted on their lives. #motivation #nfts #nftcommunity #worldofwomen #web3

Allen and Lisa breakdown all the different elements of the blockchain, nfts and crypto and how you can learn alongside your kids and help them navigate the new world that will be available to  them! #parenting #parentsontheblockchain #nfts #nftcommunity #children #onlinesafety

Allen and Lisa breakdown all the different elements of the blockchain, nfts and crypto and how you can learn alongside your kids and help them navigate the new world that will be available to  them! #parenting #parentsontheblockchain #nfts #nftcommunity #children #onlinesafety

Allen and Lisa breakdown all the different elements of the blockchain, nfts and crypto and how you can learn alongside your kids and help them navigate the new world that will be available to  them! #parenting #parentsontheblockchain #nfts #nftcommunity #children #onlinesafety

Allen and Lisa breakdown all the different elements of the blockchain, nfts and crypto and how you can learn alongside your kids and help them navigate the new world that will be available to  them! #parenting #parentsontheblockchain #nfts #nftcommunity #children #onlinesafety

Allen and Lisa breakdown all the different elements of the blockchain, nfts and crypto and how you can learn alongside your kids and help them navigate the new world that will be available to  them!

In the latest episode, Allen chats with the wonderful, Vicky Flores. Vicky has been a powerhouse in striving to bring equality and inclusion to the forefront of the NFT world. By documenting her own journey, Vicky has brought so many new people into the space! #inclusion #equality #nfts #nftcommunity #crypto #motivation

In the latest episode, Allen speaks with Jashon Mills, project manager for the highly successful Women Tribe NFT project. Jashon takes us through his life & career both inside and out of the crypto world! #nfts #nftproject #nftcommunity #womentribe #motivation 

In this week's episode, Allen sits down with Katie Hultquist from Outright Action International, an organisation that works to gain equality for the LGBTIQ Community around the world. Katie discusses her passion for equality growing up and getting into activism as well as Outright's move into Web3!

In this episode, Allen talks to Stephanie from Sosad Ireland about the charity and the work they do to support people dealing with suicide. As one of the charities that the Face Painted Kids project hopes to support, we feel it's essential for people to understand why we are working with the charities we have chosen. Enjoy! #nfts #nftcommunity #nftcharity #sosadireland

In this week's episode, Allen sits down with NFT artist, BowTiedTreeFrog, for an open & frank discussion about the impact of moving around a lot as a child, the challenges in her professional life & how she found her place in the world of NFTs. #motivation #nfts #nftcommunity #nftartist 

In episode 3, Allen gets to chat with NFTignition about getting into crypto trading, then progressing onto NFT's before taking over & rebuilding the struggling Fame Lady Squad. What a story this is, enjoy! #nft #nftcommunity #fameladysquad #crypto #podcast #motivation

In the latest episode, Allen chats to NFT artist, Aoife O'Dwyer, creator of the Foofees project about growing up surrounded by creativity and joining the NFT community and finding her niche!

In the first episode of the brand new NFT special series, Allen sits down with the team behind the highly successful Hypnos NFT project. The team chat about getting into the space and how NFT's are changing the value that artists are seeing for their work.

In the final episode of series 5, Allen speaks with renowned Sports Psychologist and author, Dr. Josephine Perry. Josie takes us from growing up in rural England, through the bright lights of London and on to becoming one of the countries leading practitioners, working with athletes at all levels. 

In this week's episode, we bring you Part 2 of Allen's chat with musician and comedian, Ellen O'Reilly. Ellen picks up the story when she discovered she had cancer! #motivation #inspiration #musician #bass #comedian

In the first part of this double header, Allen sits down with professional musician, Ellen O'Reilly to chat about her career and the struggles and triumphs she has experienced over the years. This interview is so unique & insightful, we needed two episodes to capture even a fraction of Ellen's life! #music #motivation #bass #podcast #inspiration

In this week's episode, Allen gets to see a completely different side to his first ever returning guest, rock poster artist, Brad Klausen. While Brad is known for his amazing art, this chat focuses on Brad's other big interest, consciousness and how ancient civilisations were maybe much more advanced than we give them credit for. The lads delve into how ancient art and artefacts can give us many clues to the knowledge they actually had! #motivation #arthistory #consciousness #art #ancientcivilisations

In this week's episode, Allen sits down with Yam & Raph, creators of the World of Women NFT project, one of the most successful NFT projects of 2021. Both chat about life growing up, getting into the NFT space & the challenges that come with the success they've had! #nfts #nftcommunity #motivation #worldofwomennft

In this week's episode, Allen sits down with singer/songwriter, Farah Elle about moving to Ireland from Libya and how her culture and life experience helped shape her musical direction. #motivation #music #singer #songwriter

In the latest episode, Allen sits down with Director & Film Maker, Frank W. Kelly about life in the movie industry, including his successes and challenges and how Covid lockdown provided him with an opportunity to strip things back and make some beautiful new short films. #motivation #filmmaking #directing #inspiration #movies

This week Allen is joined by vocal coach, tour manager and actor, Darryn Scott. Darryn takes us through his life growing up and how he coped with all the challenges he has faced and overcome to become as content as he is with the life he has!

In this week's episode, Allen chats with world renowned singer/songwriter, Lera Lynn about growing up, who and what encouraged her love of music and self-belief and some of the challenges of being an artist in 2021. Enjoy! #motivation #leralynn #musician 

In this week's episode, Allen sits down with psychotherapist and yoga instructor, Joe-anne Angus about life growing up in Belfast during the Troubles and finding her path at an Ashram in Canada! #motivation #yoga #psychotherapy #inspiration #belfast

It was great to catch up with author, Matt Baglio. Matt is best known for his work, The Rite and Argo, both of which became Hollywood blockbuster movies. Matt charts his life growing up in the US to moving to Italy and becoming a full time writer. #motivation #writing #author #argo #movies

This week I have the pleasure of chatting with the inaugural winner of the Olympic Snowboard Cross Gold Medal, Tanja Frieden. Tanja talks about winning one of sports greatest races and how she moved into supporting people to make positive changes in their own lives! #motivation #olympics #snowboard #champion #energycoach #logosynthesis

To kick off the brand new series of the Motivation Interview Podcast, Allen chats with Dr. Mary O'Kane, author, lecturer in Psychology & Early Childhood Development and a regular on our TV screens and radio to discuss her journey from personal loss to success! #motivation #parenting #family #children #support 

In this episode, Allen gets to sit and chat with one of the most inspirational, amazing women he knows, his mum, Mary O'Donoghue. Mary charts her life growing up in the countryside to  a career as a counsellor and therapist that ultimately led to her becoming one of the most respected authorities on Logosynthesis in the world.

I am delighted to be joined today by creator of Logosynthesis, Dr Willem Lammers. Willem discusses how his studies in psychology and psychotherapy helped steer him towards understanding the importance of the flow of energy within us and how we can overcome the every day blockages we all can have. #energy #logosynthesis #lammers #energypsychology #energytherapy

In today's episode I get to chat with Vajrashura, a Buddhist practitioner from the Dublin Buddhist Centre. Vajrashura talks about growing up on a farm in Roscommon, moving to Dublin to study and finding a sense of belonging and contentment within the Buddhist community. 

In this weeks podcast, I get to chat with sound engineer, Beckie Campbell. Beckie talks about getting into sound engineering at a time when there were very few women working in the area. She also takes us from small town life to the trials and tribulations of moving to the big city, taking on her challenges and following her passion which led to the creation of B4Media and joining the campaign for SoundGirls. Oh, and getting to work with the world's best musicians!

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Irish Olympic swimmer, Colin Lowth to discuss his journey from paddling pool to Sydney Olympics and beyond! Colin was so open and honest about his career. Hope you enjoy the chat!

To kick of series 4, Allen sits down with one of the stars of the Magnetic Netflix documentary, Jamie Lee. Jamie is a speedflyer who takes us through his amazing life from growing up on a farm to throwing himself down the side of mountains with just a parachute! #speedflyer #jamielee #magneticmovie #netflix #paragliding #reconnectwithnature

This week I get to chat with Lorraine O'Dwyer, Seanacai (storyteller), founder of Gallivanting Tours & Witch, about how she developed her love of traditional Irish myths and legends & now brings that love to the world around her. #witch #storytelling #motivation #inspiration #tradition #celticlegends

In this latest episode, Allen interviews world famous graffiti artist RASK. RASK's art can be seen all over the world and he even became the first graffiti artist to be displayed in the Irish National Gallery. 

It's my absolute pleasure to invite Republic of Ireland and Manchester City player, Megan Campbell onto the Motivation Interview podcast. Megan has experienced the extreme highs and lows that professional football can bring and she shares her story with us from growing up playing with the boys, to signing a professional contract!

I'm delighted to be joined this week by Nina Kauser, sports journalist and fan media expert to discuss the challenges she faced breaking into a white male dominated arena and how the personal tragedies that she overcame, helped to inspire her to follow her dream. 

In this week's episode, Allen is get's to chat with entrepreneur Eddie Gibbs about his early tech companies and getting into fan-media with Anfield Index. Enjoy!

This week Allen is joined by Director of the Droichead Arts Centre, Collette Farrell. Collette talks about finding her place within the arts and how her aspirations developed beyond winning that Oscar! 

In this week's episode, Allen is joined by world renowned poster artist, Brad Klausen of Artillery Design. Brad takes us from being the next Wayne Gretsky, getting a job with Pearl Jam, to leaving a steady paycheque to head out on his own and ending up in the woods! This one is a cracker folks, enjoy!

This week I am so happy to bring you my interview with a lady who has had such a significant influence on my working life, Karen Devine. Karen is an entrepreneur and dedicated to volunteerism and is an all round wonderful person. Enjoy listening to Karen describe the times and events that shaped her life.

In this episode, Allen and Sean Maguire delve into how he "fell" into acting and all the ups and downs of his career, to get to his current place of contentment.

Allen gets to chat with Rory McGill. Rory is an holistic doctor and all round zen master (my words, not his!) who takes us through his journey from GP, to successfully working with clients using holistic methods!

I'm delighted to get to delve into the life & career of Sports Physiotherapist, Marty Loughran. From leaving his home to study in England to ending up at the Rio Olympics, Marty's journey is a cover story for determination! 

In episode 9 of the Motivation Interview Series, Allen sits down with Laura Trafton in this bumper episode! They talk about the companies that Laura set up and was involved in, plus how she was involved in setting up the charity, Wishlist!

Welcome back to the series after a slight hiatus and we dive right in with Allen's good friend, Padraig Sweeney. Padraig takes us through the undulations of his journey to setting up home in Bogota, Columbia!

In this weeks episode, Alison Comyn is in the hot seat, delving into her early career in television, culminating in presenting the BBC show Holiday show before moving back to the island of Ireland and how she has taken on every challenge that has confronted her.

This week, Allen is joined by former award winning radio producer and DJ, Simon Green. Simon charts his love of radio and how it was the "be-all-and-end-all" for him, until it wasn't! We hope you enjoy this emotional trip through Simon's personal & professional career.

Former banker, turned Storyteller, Andrew Coppin joins Allen in the latest episode of the Motivation Interview Series. Andy charts his move from South Africa to London and how he decided that banking was no longer for him and he want to follow his passion...no matter how difficult it is!

In this weeks episode, Allen is joined by highly acclaimed author Nicola Cassidy. Nicola walks us through her early life, into adulthood where she deviated away from writing but always knew she'd get that book written!

Allen is joined by singer SJ McArdle who takes us on a journey through the ups and downs of being a musician and how he has found the importance of sticking to your principles is so important. The lads also explore Stephen's career in youth work and how he manages both. Enjoy!

In episode two of our series, Allen meets with Lisa Heeney, owner of Aroma Buff, about how she went from working in marketing to setting up her own businesses that use reflexology and sustainability as their essence!

Allen kicks off Series 3 of the Motivation Interview podcasts with former Meath Strength & Conditioning coach, Martin Doyle. Martin charts his career from leaving school early, gaining his qualifications late in life and the trials and tribulations associated with his career!

I always learn so much from speaking with FooDee, she makes so much sense. We can all make simple changes to our family’s diet, that doesn’t break the bank or their tastebuds! Listen out for my rant in the middle and we hope you enjoy our latest Interview. #cacoaching #family #nutrition

I'm delighted to have been joined by the master himself, Ronan McQuillan from The Enemies. Ronan tells us about how music was just always a part of his life and how a setback in music brought him in a brand new direction. Enjoy!

This was such a fun and interesting podcast to do! Allen & Gerry tackle some very common Christmas parenting issues. Enjoy!!

Today, Allen chats with Youthreach resource worker David Carry. David charts his journey working in multimedia, right through his career to supporting young people who have fallen out of the traditional education system and the importance of time with friends and family. 

In the latest episode of Series 2, Allen get's to meet with Fiona Walsh who is a prosthetics and make artist for film and television, having worked on some of the most successful productions of the last 10 years including The Hobbit series, Doctor Who, Game of Thrones, Guardians of the Galaxy and Star Wars. Fiona delves into her journey and the ups and downs of working in the movie industry.

As Season 2 continues, Allen finally gets to interview Sandra Garry & Gary Griffin, two people who's dedication to volunteering and supporting youth development, is an inspiration.

In this episode, Allen & Gerry discuss a range of parenting topics including a 14 year old refusing to go to school and how to support your child auditioning for a TV talent show. 

Welcome back to Series 2 of the Motivation Interview Podcast. In this episode, Allen talks to actor Darby Stanchfield about her life growing up in a small town to becoming successful in her career.

Welcome back to Series 2 of the Motivation Interview Podcast. To kick us off, Allen chats with filmmaker, web developer and owner of Infinitum Limited, Jason Leung about his journey away from civil engineering in Vancouver, traveling the world and ending up owning a company in Budapest.

In this episode Allen and Gerry cover a range of Parenting questions such as teens hanging around and getting into trouble, volunteering, building self esteem, being left home alone, teens distancing themselves and dealing with adult children. 

In our latest episode, Allen had the pleasure of talking with Louise McPhillips about her desire to build a cob house and how the concessions she has had to make along the way haven't dented her resolve to succeed. Louise also talks about where her determination came from and how she fostered it.

In this week's Motivation Interview Series Podcast episode, Allen speaks with sports entrepreneur Elaine Keogh about her life, being a young mother, building numerous businesses and overcoming personal setbacks through focusing on her personal health and fitness. #MondayMotivation

In our latest episode, Allen meets former CEO / Animation and Film Director at Coalter Digital, David Coalter. David talks about his upbringing, getting into a major corporation moving away to set up on his own and ultimately learning about work/life balance which let him to return to his former employers.

In our latest episode, Allen meets President of LNR Property in Miami Beach, Adam Behlman. Adam discusses the impact of losing his father at a young age, how a chance meeting got his mojo back and how a major health diagnosis made him re-evaluate his priorities. 

Allen of www.helpme2parent.ie answers your questions on a number of topics.  In this podcast, Allen discusses whether or not you can be your child's best friend as well as their parent, how to deal with kids playing parents off against each other, introducing alcohol to teenagers, parents social media use, having "perfect children" and overweight kids! Oh and a cheeky mention for the 2017 Parenting Expo in September in Dublin. We hope you enjoy it.