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During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chat's with Tara Marzuki from Co.Cork.
Having studied fashion in Belfast, Tara emigrated to New York City where she lived for the last 8 years before moving home to Cork a few months ago. While working in content creation and as a freelancer for the last 12 years, Tara has experienced many highs and lows which she share so poignantly throughout this conversation.
During this chat Tara speaks about her experience of growing up in Ireland, the reality of her experience of life in NYC, the reality of moving home to Ireland, making vlogs and sharing her life online, creating your own luck and so much more.
This is such a beautiful conversation about the importance of listening to your intuition, reflecting on where you are today, valuing places and people and so much more - so check it out!
Instagram: @tarmarz @greenerfields
Youtube: Tar Mar
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During this episode Hannah chat's with Mai Kenneally from Co. Cork.
Having moved to Australia in January 2020 Mai spent the following four years living and working in Sydney until she moved home to Cork a few weeks ago with her partner and young daughter. Throughout this conversation Mai speaks about her life in Sydney, dealing with homesickness, building a community abroad, and so much more.
Mai also speaks about her experience of having her baby in Australia, the highs and lows associated with the distance and time difference, embracing the different life stages of friendships in your 20s alongside her decision to move home to Ireland just a few weeks ago.
This is an incredibly special conversation all about changing perspectives, becoming a mum, decision making, and the importance of creating a village - so make sure to take a listen.
Instagram: @maikenneally @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01
TikTok: @maik_26_ @greenerfieldss
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During this weeks episode Hannah is joined by Lucia Guzikowski and Niall Foster from Crosscare Irish Diaspora Project.
Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project builds on a rich history of emigrant advice at Crosscare stretching back to the 1980s. Established in 2022 as a specialised service, Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project strives to empower Irish citizens to make informed decisions regarding their migration.
Niall is the Policy and Outreach Officer with Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project and provides information and advocacy assistance to Irish citizens moving abroad and returning to Ireland – particularly people returning with complex needs.
Lucia is the Communications Officer for Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project. Originally from Boston and hailing from an Irish American family, Lucia is passionate about empowering the global Irish community to make informed migration decisions. Lucia came to study her Masters in Trinity College Dublin and has since lived and worked in Dublin.
This is an incredibly special conversation about the work that the team at Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project do with the Irish Diaspora all around the world alongside getting to know a few of the team behind this.
If you have any questions about emigrating, living abroad, or returning to Ireland - get in touch with Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project diasporasupport.ie/get-help/.
Instagram: @crosscareirishdiasporasupportporject @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01
TikTok: @irishdiasporasupport @greenerfieldss
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During this week's episode of greener fields, Hannah chat's with Úna Harty from Co. Limerick in Ireland.
Having grown up in Limerick, Úna moved to Dublin for college and lived and studied in the city for 8 years before deciding to pack up her life to go traveling. From here Úna complete a section of the Camino, travelled around Asia and ended up in Valencia in Spain where she now lives. During this conversation Úna speaks about how she made the most of her time in college, her Covid catalyst, her different peaks and pits of her travels, the reality of what life is like living in Spain, creating a travel blog with her girlfriend (backpackhers.com) and so much more.
Throughout this conversation Úna also speaks about the importance of recognising the things that make you feel alive, her experience of expat life, her thoughts on Ireland today while she also shares some really important advice that she's learned along the way.
This truly is such a special conversation about living, learning and being brave throughout it all - so make sure to check it out today.
*To find out more about an Camino trip hosted by Úna & Emma, register your interest here - https://backpackhers.com/blog/
Instagram: @unaharty @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01
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During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chats with content creator Grá Daly from Tipperary.
Having grown up in rural Ireland, Grá went to study law as an undergrad and is now completing Masters in Teaching alongside and running her socials ' Hey It's Grá', where she showcases unique and budget friendly things to do around Dublin.
During this very special conversation, Grá speaks about her experience growing up in Ireland, her time in university, discovering a love of social media, life learnings to date and so much more.
Grá poignantly takes us through different challenges and changes she's faced over the last few years, discusses the importance of putting yourself out there, her thoughts on emigration, shares some of her favourite Dublin recommendations alongside her hopes for the future, so make sure to give it a listen today.
Instagram: @heyitsgra_ @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01
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During this conversation Hannah is joined by Andreea Lazar from Romania who has lived and worked in Cork for the last 8 years as a nurse.
In this chat Andreea speaks about her decision to move to Ireland 8 years ago, the most difficult parts about the move, her favourite parts about living in Cork and so much more. Over the last several years Andreea has traveled around Ireland, falling in love with the beauty on her doorstep. During this conversation Andreea also discusses the guilt associated with emigrating from home, making changes the align with her dreams, embracing independence and finding a sense of home wherever you go.
This is a special conversation all about trying something new, embracing Ireland to the fullest, pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone and more - so make sure to check it out today.
Instagram: @andreealazar12 @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01
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During this weeks conversation Hannah chats with Aisling Magee from Co.Down and Eoin Ruddy from Co. Tyrone. During this episode they both speak about their travels, adventures to date, what they have learned along the way and more.
With over 29k subscribers on YouTube, Eoin and Aisling document their travels and adventures around the world online since they left Ireland in September 2021. Since then they have hiked through Croatia, climbed to Everest Base camp and travelled all through Southeast Asia - and aren't planning on stopping anytime soon! During this conversation they speak into their relationship with travel, their motivation for adventure, the highs and lows they have experienced over the last few years and more.
Both Eoin and Aisling are such naturally gifted story tellers, and through their stories of their travels over the last couple of years they can't help but leave you feeling inspired to find your own version of adventure. Make sure to listen to this very special conversation today.
Instagram: @eoin_and_aisling @hannahnash01 @greenerfieldss
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During this weeks episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Gino Forte from Co. Tipperary. In this conversation Gino speaks about growing in Clonmel, living in Cork City, emigrating to Dubai, working in property and so much more.
During this episode Gino takes us through what his life was like growing up, how the decision to move to Dubai came about, what the reality is like working in property, his experience of life in Dubai, what he has learned over the last few months and more. Gino also speaks about the highs and lows he's experienced over the last few years, his take on the reality of emigration, what he's discovered about different cultures, as well as his experience of making friends abroad and taking risks.
If you've ever wondered what life is like living in Dubai, considered working in property or just curious about another perspective on this very topical conversation regarding travel and emigration, check out this conversation today to hear Gino's take.
Instagram: @ginoforte97 @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01
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During this episode of greener fields, Hannah chat's with Emily Clery from Co.Wicklow. In this episode Emily speaks about her experience growing up in Ireland, discovering her different passions in life, embracing the Irish outdoors alongside so much more.
During this very special chat Emily speaks about her time in college studying Psychology, working in the corporate world in Dublin, making friends in Ireland as an adult while also learning to embrace discomfort in finding what lights her up. Throughout this conversation Emily speaks about her time as a guide with Galz Gone Wild, an all girls hiking group based in Ireland. Here Emily shares with us the profound impact that finding your tribe, connecting with the outdoors and following what feels right to you can have on your life.
This is an incredibly special conversation all about feeling seen, finding places where you feel like belong, embracing Ireland and the Irish outdoors, taking a shot in the dark and learning to be where you are, so make sure to take a listen today.
Instagram: @emilyclery @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01
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During this weeks conversation, Hannah chats with 26 year old Lauren Redmond from Dublin. In this episode Lauren speaks about growing up in Ireland, emigrating to Canada, coming home after a few weeks, what she's learned along the way and so much more.
Lauren is a yoga teacher, reiki practitioner and podcast host from Dublin, who spent years planning to emigrate to Canada only to make the difficult decision to come home just a few weeks later. Now back living at home, Lauren so poignantly takes us through her experience of coming home, how to recognise when something isn't quite right, dealing with homesickness, the impact on her mental health, the importance of trusting the universe and letting go of the things that no longer serve you.
During this conversation Lauren speaks about her experience and shares so much of what she's learned along the way that I really believe there is so much to be gained from this conversation whether you are in Ireland, abroad or looking for a change. To hear about Lauren's story - make sure to listen to this episode.
Instagram: @laurenredmond @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01
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During this conversation Hannah chat's with Aoife Cahill, born in Co.Clare. During this episode Aoife chat's about growing up in Ireland, living in Paris and what she's learned over the last number of years alongside so much more.
Originally born in Co.Clare, Aoife spent most over her life in Limerick before she moved to Galway to study languages in NUIG. Having spent her summers France and attending a gaelscoil, Aoife spent a lot of her life surround language and culture, supporting her in her decision to move to Paris several years ago. During this special conversation Aoife speaks about her decision to move, what her time in France has been like, the highs and lows she's experienced living in Paris and much more.
This is a conversation about leaving home despite loving home, what you learn about living in such a big city, the important in saying yes to things that might scare you and more, so make sure to check it out.
Instagram: @_aoife.cahill @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01
TikTok: @aoifeinparis @greenerfields
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During this episode of greener fields Hannah chats with James Greene from Mullingar. In this conversation James speaks about growing up in Westmeath, living in Dublin, his experience of grief and loss alongside so much more.
Having grown up in Mullingar, James moved to Dublin almost 10 years ago to study in DCU. During this conversation James speaks about his time in college, his experience of living in Dublin, what he has learned working in the health and fitness industry, the wider conversation when it comes to emigration and more. James also speaks about losing his sister in 2020, and the profound impact that her life and her loss has had on him.
This is an incredibly special conversation about life's most profound moments and the lessons we learn along the way in our 20s whether in Ireland or abroad, so make sure to have a listen.
Instagram: @jamesgreenehpa @hannahnash01 @greenerfieldss
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During this episode of greener fields Hannah chat's with Shae McManus from Co.Leitrim. In this conversation Shae speaks about growing up in rural Ireland, learning to embrace change and her time spent living in Africa alongside so much more.
Shae originally lived in Leitrim and worked as a hairdresser, which all changed when she first volunteered in an animal sanctuary in Africa. During this conversation Shae speaks about her work with African impact, her experience of living and working in the African Bush, learning to embrace and respect different cultures, and what she has learned over the last few years. Shae also speaks about her thoughts on home and the reality of what life is like in such a beautiful part of the world, giving us an insight into the highs and lows she's experienced the last few years.
This is a very special conversation about trusting your gut, embracing opportunities, leaning into different experiences and so much more, so make sure to check it out.
Instagram: @shaeaway @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01
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During this greener fields conversation, Hannah chat's with Rosanna Irwin from Meath. In this chat Rosanna speaks about her travels throughout college, corporate life in Dublin, her time in London, and her recent move home to set up her own business alongside so much more.
Rosanna speaks about her different career changes over the last few years, her experience with her mental health through challenging times, coming home to Ireland and her new appreciation for home and finding her community through common interests. Rosanna also speaks about her new off grid cabin business coming soon and why she believes we sometimes need to disconnect with the world to reconnect with ourselves.
This is an incredibly special and genuine conversation about the highs and lows of life in your 20s, figuring things out, doing more of what make sense to you and coming home to yourself, so make sure to check it out.
Instagram: @wisardofroz_ @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01
TikTok: @project_jolene @greenerfieldss
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During this conversation Hannah chat's with Darren Jonathon also known as 'The Average Joe Down Under'. Originally from Belfast Darren has spent the last 13 years living between Ireland and Australia, and today he shares his thoughts about what he has learned along the way.
During this special conversation Darren chats about growing up in Belfast, his decision to move to Australia, the reality of longer term expat life, his experience with mental health, the impact of homesickness, the importance of connection and so much more. Darren brings us so poginantly through lives highs and lows over the years, particularly when it comes to the conversation of living life down under and the idea of coming home.
This is a very special conversation all about learning to embrace discomfort, recognising what you need and want, putting yourself out there and learning to understand that you take yourself with you wherever you go (the highs and lows included!), so if you've ever thought about emigrating to Australia, or wondered about coming home, check out this conversation today to hear Darren's thoughts on this very important conversation.
Instagram: @averagejoedownunder @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01
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During this episode Hannah is joined by Sarah-Kim Watchorn from Co.Wexford. In this conversation, Sarah-Kim chats through her travels around the world, discovering a love for marine life, what she's learned over the years and so much more.
During this special conversation, Sarah-Kim chats about the difficult moments that lead to the start of her travels, the highs and lows of being away, the importance of spending time with people who get you, the lessons we can learn from different cultures and the importance of allowing yourself to change your mind. Throughout this conversation Sarah-Kim also discusses experiencing burnout, her love of capturing marine life and showcasing the beauty that lies on our doorstep.
This is a very special conversation about learning to follow what feels right to you, embracing change, finding your people and recognising the beauty of nature, so make sure to check it out today.
Instagram: @heyfromsk @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01
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During this episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Nicola Holly, president of the Irish Australian Support Association of Queensland (IASAQ). Originally from Co.Kerry, Nicola has lived and worked in Brisbane for 13 years.
During this very special conversation, Nicola chats the reality of long term emigration, her experience of Australian life, the incredible work that ISASQ do, historical Irish Australian emigration stories and so much more.
During this episode Nicola also discusses her role as President of ISASQ, the importance of that Irish voice over the phone, how ISASQ have helped to create meaningful connections to home, the significance of recognising your story, the difference between travel and emigration and more.
This truly is an incredibly special conversation about the reality of what life is like long term on the other side of the world, the vital work of different Irish communities abroad, the value of staying connected to Ireland and what it means to be Irish despite distance and difference, so make sure to check it out today.
Instagram: @irishsupportqld @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01
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During this weeks episode of greener fields Hannah Nash the host of this podcast chats through her thoughts and reflections on 2023.
In February 2023, greener fields launched and since then we have released a new conversation each week with incredible guests in Ireland and all around the world. We've spoken about travel, emigration, life in Ireland - but have also delved deeper into topics on community, friendships, relationships, mental health and so much more.
What started as an idea, has grown into something incredibly special, and having spoken to remarkable people over the last 47 weeks - it's now time to share what our host Hannah has learned throughout the process.
So during this episode you'll hear all about starting greener fields, the highs and lows we've faced, our hopes and dreams for its future, what we've learned from our incredible guest in 2023, and Hannah finally answers for herself the question where the grass is greener for her, alongside much more - so make sure to check it out today.
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During this conversation, Hannah chat's with MK Andersen from Chicago. Having grown up in the United States surrounded by Irish history, heritage and with Irish roots, MK made the decision to move to Dublin with her then boyfriend.
During this conversation MK speaks about growing up in Chicago, embracing her Irish roots, setting up her own business after college, her decision to move to Dublin, playing frisbee for Ireland and much more. MK also chat's about the ending of her relationship, adapting to her new reality embracing life in Ireland and learning to find joy in each and every day.
Throughout this conversation MK discusses the impact of making active decisions, the practicalities of moving to Ireland, her experiences of making friends and learning to live the life you have despite changes & challenges. This is such a special conversation about overcoming heartbreak, finding your people, making the most of where your feet are and seeing Ireland for the special place that it is alongside SO much more - so make sure to check it out today.
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During this episode of greener fields Hannah chat with Brenda O'Sullivan from Co. Kerry. In this conversation Brenda chats about life at home in Ireland, what led her to her decision to travel, setting up her group tour business, what she's learned along the way and so much more.
During this conversation Brenda talks us through her early working life, different setbacks that she has faced, falling in love with travel, her passion for bringing people together around the world, her love of Africa, her thoughts on Ireland today and the difficulties associated with extended travel alongside much more.
This is a very special conversation about using set backs as motivation for change, leading a life aligned to your values, following what feels right to you, while also highlighting the reality both good and bad of travel alongside Brenda's thoughts on Ireland today. So if you've ever wondered what it would be like to travel the world or are looking for some inspiration to change, check out this special conversation with Brenda O'Sullivan today.
Instagram: @thisgirlwanderlust_ @joinedatthetriptours @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01
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