Episodes
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Reconnecting With The Land
This episode looks at the ways we can reconnect in a healthy way to nature.
What we explore:
Our current relationship with natureThe ways of our ancestorsThe disconnect we feel as men from the landFeeling the support that nature offers usTending and giving back to the landHow nature teaches us everythingAbundance and the landWays we can reconnect to the landComing onto the land as men in ceremonyAnd much more.
Before You Go: To follow my work and see the offerings I currently have you can visit my website or social media. Website: https://www.darraghsheehy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darraghsheehy/ Continue The Conversation: If you listened to the episode and have a question, feedback or want to share something that landed or that inspired you then you can email me at [email protected] Subscribe & Share: If you've enjoyed listening to the podcast, then I'd love if you subscribed to the podcast so you can hear the latest episodes first. Also if you feel called to share an episode on social media or with another man that you feel would benefit then it would be massively appreciated. Support (Buy Me A Coffee): Your listening supports this as does your feedback, messages and sharing. If you feel you'd like to contribute in a bigger way then I've set up a page for donations where you can give the price of a coffee or what you want to support the podcast creation, production and distribution. Any donations are much appreciated and it will go towards creating more resources for us as men to be supported and to support each other in our growth and wellbeing.Kofi Page: https://ko-fi.com/darraghsheehy -
Navigating Stress And Building Resilience As Men This episode explores the ways that stress can show up in our lives as men and how we can meet it to ground it. Also we look at the ways we can consciously expose ourselves to stress to build resilience in our lives for the inevitable challenges it brings. Also in this episode we explore:The function of stressThe mind/body connectionWhy we so often live in our heads as menHow we can reconnect with the bodyHow stress shows up physically, mentally, emotionally and spirituallyPractices that allow us to ground stress in each of these areasConsciously exposing ourselves to stress to build resilience
And much more...
Before You Go: To follow my work and see the offerings I currently have you can visit my website or social media. Website: https://www.darraghsheehy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darraghsheehy/ Continue The Conversation: If you listened to the episode and have a question, feedback or want to share something that landed or that inspired you then you can email me at [email protected] Subscribe & Share: If you've enjoyed listening to the podcast, then I'd love if you subscribed to the podcast so you can hear the latest episodes first. Also if you feel called to share an episode on social media or with another man that you feel would benefit then it would be massively appreciated. Support (Buy Me A Coffee): Your listening supports this as does your feedback, messages and sharing. If you feel you'd like to contribute in a bigger way then I've set up a page for donations where you can give the price of a coffee or what you want to support the podcast creation, production and distribution. Any donations are much appreciated and it will go towards creating more resources for us as men to be supported and to support each other in our growth and wellbeing.Kofi Page: https://ko-fi.com/darraghsheehy -
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Using Our Voices To Create Change That Matters This podcast episode explores: The ways we hide and suppress our voices as men.Why we don't ask for what we want.Understanding the importance of our voices in the world right now.Asking to be supported on our journey.Establishing what we are willing to stand up for and fight for in life.How powerful our voices are and the impact on others and the world.Becoming more honest with ourselves.The cost of people pleasing.The freedom of expression.Using our voices to align with integrity and our highest values as men.Creating a different reality.Inter-dependance and how supportive people and resources matter.
And much more.
Enjoy.
Before You Go: To follow my work and see the offerings I currently have you can visit my website or social media. Website: https://www.darraghsheehy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darraghsheehy/ Continue The Conversation: If you listened to the episode and have a question, feedback or want to share something that landed or that inspired you then you can email me at [email protected] Subscribe & Share: If you've enjoyed listening to the podcast, then I'd love if you subscribed to the podcast so you can hear the latest episodes first. Also if you feel called to share an episode on social media or with another man that you feel would benefit then it would be massively appreciated. Support (Buy Me A Coffee): Your listening supports this as does your feedback, messages and sharing. If you feel you'd like to contribute in a bigger way then I've set up a page for donations where you can give the price of a coffee or what you want to support the podcast creation, production and distribution. Any donations are much appreciated and it will go towards creating more resources for us as men to be supported and to support each other in our growth and wellbeing.Kofi Page: https://ko-fi.com/darraghsheehy -
Finding Spaces That Support Our Growth As Men
This episode is looking at the environments we are currently in and how they're supporting us in our lives. This is about supporting us in who we are today and also about supporting our highest vision of ourselves as men. We look at:What a healthy relationship and supportive environment looks like.Becoming more aware of what we want in life.Finding safe spaces that invite us to show up authentically.Being challenged to grow and supported in the process.Finding the courage to take a risk to create a life more aligned with our purpose.Resources that may help us in our exploration of our own growth.And much more. Before You Go: To follow my work and see the offerings I currently have you can visit my website or social media. Website: https://www.darraghsheehy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darraghsheehy/ Continue The Conversation: If you listened to the episode and have a question, feedback or want to share something that landed or that inspired you then you can email me at [email protected] Subscribe & Share: If you've enjoyed listening to the podcast, then I'd love if you subscribed to the podcast so you can hear the latest episodes first. Also if you feel called to share an episode on social media or with another man that you feel would benefit then it would be massively appreciated. Support (Buy Me A Coffee): Your listening supports this as does your feedback, messages and sharing. If you feel you'd like to contribute in a bigger way then I've set up a page for donations where you can give the price of a coffee or what you want to support the podcast creation, production and distribution. Any donations are much appreciated and it will go towards creating more resources for us as men to be supported and to support each other in our growth and wellbeing.Kofi Page: https://ko-fi.com/darraghsheehy -
In this episode we explore what Misneach is in our lives.
Misneach is the Irish word for courage and I feel that the call into it as men is an important one.
The episode covers:
What is courageHow does it present itself for us as menThe difference between the mind and the heartFinding our edge as we navigate challenges in lifeGetting support to make positive changes Taking responsibility by becoming a co creator of our own realitiesContributing in the world by showing upQuestions that show us where we're being called to leadTaking the road less travelledThere's a lot in this short episode, and really it's all about how we can become more responsible as men to create a life more aligned with our highest values and truths.
I hope you enjoy.
Before You Go: To follow my work and see the offerings I currently have you can visit my website or social media. Website: https://www.darraghsheehy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darraghsheehy/ Continue The Conversation: If you listened to the episode and have a question, feedback or want to share something that landed or that inspired you then you can email me at [email protected] Subscribe & Share: If you've enjoyed listening to the podcast, then I'd love if you subscribed to the podcast so you can hear the latest episodes first. Also if you feel called to share an episode on social media or with another man that you feel would benefit then it would be massively appreciated. Support (Buy Me A Coffee): Your listening supports this as does your feedback, messages and sharing. If you feel you'd like to contribute in a bigger way then I've set up a page for donations where you can give the price of a coffee or what you want to support the podcast creation, production and distribution. Any donations are much appreciated and it will go towards creating more resources for us as men to be supported and to support each other in our growth and wellbeing.Kofi Page: https://ko-fi.com/darraghsheehy Go raibh míle, thanks very much. Le Misneach,Darragh -
Fáilte, welcome to the first episode of Misneach: A Podcast For Men.
Well actually this project began back in 2018 when I travelled around Ireland and interviewed 10 different men in the creative field. They ranged from chefs, musicians, artists, photographers, extreme adventurers and many more, you can find those episodes below this one.
Anyways back to Misneach, that's the Irish word for courage and to be honest that's what has been asked of me to get back in front of the microphone.
But it's all good, this isn't just about me, this is about us as men and offering some of the lessons and learnings I have received over the years of walking an unconventional path as a man.
I'll let you listen to this episode that tells you a bit about that and hopefully this is a continued resource that supports you in your own wellbeing.
The intention is to release an episode each week on Wednesdays with each episode focusing on one or two specific topics related to our wellbeing as men.
And also in time I hope to bring on other men and interview them so we can deep dive together about the challenges and gifts of being men today.
For now, enjoy the episode and any questions you can find me on social media @
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darraghsheehy/
Or alternatively you can email me at: [email protected]
Also last thing, if you want to support this podcast with the price of a coffee the I've setup this Kofi page: https://ko-fi.com/darraghsheehy
This is money that I can use to continue to record each week and to edit and produce the show to the highest quality and offer you a greater resource for your wellbeing, any support is welcome.
Anyways sin é,
Le beannachtaí agus misneach,
Darragh
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C a p t u r i n g M o m e n t s
George Karbus, one of the most recognised outdoor photographers in the world joins me for this conversation.
He has won some of the top awards in the world for his photographs, including Nature's Best Photography Award, Outdoor Photographer of the Year, British Wildlife Photographer of the Year, Red Bull Illume and Wildlife Photographer of the Year.
George describes his work as Wild Ocean photography he has developed an incredible ability in capturing landscapes, water and wildlife around both in Ireland and all around the World.
He freedives for each of his underwater shots which requires patience, calmness and a high level of skill in order to create a shot which captures the moment.
Most notable in his work is how he develops relationships with animals in order to capture a photograph their behaviour in their natural habitat. One of these being a relationship with a wild dophin off the West Coast of Clare called Dusty or as his family call Malinka (little girl in Czech) which he and his family have swum with for over 12 years and which has produced work which has won some of the top outdoor photography awards in the world.
He has created his life around what he loves in nature, photography and family in the West of Ireland, this episode uncovers his journey from his native Czech Republic growing up in communist times to where he is today.
We discuss:
Growing up in communist times in Czech RepublicDreams of moving away as a kidMoving to IrelandHow he started out as a photographerWhat photography means to himThe intention behind his workBecoming a full-time professional photographerDeveloping a relationship with a dolphinVisualisation of his photographsThe importance of water to himThe struggles of an artistHis relationship with fearRespecting and developing relationships with some of the biggest animals of the OceanPlans for the futureEnjoy
Want To Find out more about George and his work?
George's Website
George's Instagram
George's Facebook
Before You Go:
I hope you are enjoying the podcast.
If you'd like to support this podcast, I've set up a page where you can donate once off or monthly. This allows me to continue to create meaningful content for men who are looking to be supported in their wellbeing. Support the podcast here.
Any money you contribute towards this project is massively appreciated and it allows me to continue to create content and expand offerings for men.
Thank you,
Darragh
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C h a l l e n g e Y o u r s e l f
Dan Murphy from Hermitage Green joins me for this conversation.
Hermitage Green are a five piece Irish acoustic folk rock band who are renowned for their live performances.
Dan is one of the lead singers for the band and also plays multiple instruments including the guitar, dobro, harmonica and he beatboxes.
He is an intelligent man with many interests outside of the band which we talk about in the episode including travelling, boxing and debunking ghosts.
We discuss:
How he began with musicWhat he was like as a kidGetting better through hard graftDeveloping self confidenceHis process for writing musicImportance of travel for himTravel storiesLearning from failurePlans for the futureEnjoy
Want To Find out more about Dan and Hermitage Green?
Hermitage Green's Website
Dan's Instagram
Before You Go:
I hope you are enjoying the podcast.
If you'd like to support this podcast, I've set up a page where you can donate once off or monthly. This allows me to continue to create meaningful content for men who are looking to be supported in their wellbeing. Support the podcast here.
Any money you contribute towards this project is massively appreciated and it allows me to continue to create content and expand offerings for men.
Thank you,
Darragh
PS: Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with the work I'm offering and resources that I'm creating.
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D e s i g n i n g S p a c e
Stephen Walton works as an interior designer and architect with over 20 years of experience.In that time he has designed a lot of notable spaces familar to the wider public in Galway.From Kai Restaurant, Coffeewerk + Press, McCambridges to the Portershed they are a blend of Stephen's ability to understand people's wants and to create something which serves those wants and the wants of his clients.Stephen has a great story which we dive deep into in this conversation.
We discuss:
Aspirations as a childHow design followed himBlending logic and creativity Intentions behind the workUnderstanding what people wantMoving through different professions to where he is todayFacing adversity and how this led to reinventing himselfLife outside of workAnd much more...
Enjoy
Want To Find out more about Stephen and his work?
Stephen's Website
Stephen's Facebook
Stephen's Instagram
Before You Go:
I hope you are enjoying the podcast.
If you'd like to support this podcast, I've set up a page where you can donate once off or monthly. This allows me to continue to create meaningful content for men who are looking to be supported in their wellbeing. Support the podcast here.
Any money you contribute towards this project is massively appreciated and it allows me to continue to create content and expand offerings for men.
Thank you,
Darragh
PS: Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with the work I'm offering and resources that I'm creating.
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S h a r i n g I s C a r i n g
Killian Crowley was voted as the Best Young Chef in Ireland and the UK in 2018 in the San Pellegrino competition.
He has worked in 3 Michelin Star restaurants over the past 10 years, learning from the best in the business.
This episode explores Killian's entry into the kitchen at the age of 15 in the country of his birth, Belgium and how he has spanned the past 10+ years practising his art.
We discuss:
His dreams as a kid to be a chefImportance of food growing upLessons learned in the kitchenHis death row mealHow he used food to express himselfLife outside of the kitchenTaking responsibility for his lifeA simple approach to lifeAmbitions for the futureAnd much more...
Enjoy
Want To Find out more about Killian and his work?
Killian's Instagram
Killian's Twitter
Aniar Restaurant Website (Get the dining experience where Killian works)
Before You Go:
I hope you are enjoying the podcast.
If you'd like to support this podcast, I've set up a page where you can donate once off or monthly. This allows me to continue to create meaningful content for men who are looking to be supported in their wellbeing. Support the podcast here.
Any money you contribute towards this project is massively appreciated and it allows me to continue to create content and expand offerings for men.
Thank you,
Darragh
PS: Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with the work I'm offering and resources that I'm creating.
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T h e A r t O f A s k i n g
David Owens is a street musician.
He has played in 35 different cities in Europe in front of hundreds of thousands of people on streets, in concerts and at festivals.
5 years ago he left his job as an engineer/mathematician to travel and busk and today he is a one of the top street musicians in Ireland.
David performs behind a grand piano on Grafton St. in Dublin where he also plays the guitar.
He is a singer-songwriter with a soft yet strong voice which carries the emotions of his music.
The conversation takes us through David's journey from making music at 5 to where he is today about to perform in his first large solo gig at a dedicated music venue.
We discuss:
Leaving his job in order to travel and to play musicPerforming in 35 European cities Getting instant feedback on the streetsHow asking for money in exchange for his art has allowed him to do what he lovesInsecurities as an artistResponses to his music, gifts received and stories from the streetsConnecting to people through his musicMaking music for the sake of making musicHow doing something he loves has helped him grow as a person Ambitions for the futureEnjoy
Want To Find out more about David and his work?
David's Music on Spotify
David's Instagram
David's Facebook
David's Website
Before You Go:
I hope you are enjoying the podcast.
If you'd like to support this podcast, I've set up a page where you can donate once off or monthly. This allows me to continue to create meaningful content for men who are looking to be supported in their wellbeing. Support the podcast here.
Any money you contribute towards this project is massively appreciated and it allows me to continue to create content and expand offerings for men.
Thank you,
Darragh
PS: Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with the work I'm offering and resources that I'm creating.
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O p e n i n g U p
Finbar McHugh aka Finbar 247 is an artist and a teacher.
Originally known as a graffiti artist with over 10 years experience he has now evolved with his art.
Today he creates pieces which are expansive and full of colour expressing an inner landscape which in turn gives people moments to reflect and learn about their own lives.
If you haven't seen his work then it's worth following him on Instagram to see the range of work and the incredible talent and person he is.
The conversation contains so much amazing insights ranging from self expression to emotional intelligence that I had to listen back a few times to get it all.
At the heart of this episode it's all about the journey of opening up.
We discuss:
The role of art growing up10 years as a graffiti artistThe role of travel in developing as a personLetting go of limitations and rulesEvolving as an artistLearning about himself from his own artThe origin of teaching people about art and creativityFeedback from people who he has worked withWorking in different settingsOpening upEnjoy
Want To Find out more about Finbar and his work?
Finbar's Instagram
Finbar's Facebook
Finbar's Website
Before You Go:
I hope you are enjoying the podcast.
If you'd like to support this podcast, I've set up a page where you can donate once off or monthly. This allows me to continue to create meaningful content for men who are looking to be supported in their wellbeing. Support the podcast here.
Any money you contribute towards this project is massively appreciated and it allows me to continue to create content and expand offerings for men.
Thank you,
Darragh
PS: Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with the work I'm offering and resources that I'm creating.
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E x p l o r i n g I n t e r n a l l y A n d E x t e r n a l l y
Damian Browne is an incredible human.
He has had a professional career in Rugby Union spanning 16 years, having played with Leinster, Connacht, Northampton and several French teams at the highest level of the professional sport.
His feats outside of sport as an individual are equally as impressive.
Completing the toughest foot race on earth called the Marathon Des Sables, 6 days through the Sahara Desert in 2016.
Travelling through many of the lesser known and frequented countries of the world.
This year completing a solo row across the Atlantic Ocean over 63 days unassisted.
He describes himself as human, exploring life externally and internally.
This is one of the most interesting conversations I have had and one I learned so much from.
We trace back through the progression to being professional sportsman, to the massive feats he has achieved and dive deep into what it's all for.
We discuss:
The realities of professional sport Developing a mindset for professional sport and lifeThe role of curiosity in his lifeTaking responsibility for his own lifeVisualisationTransitioning into life outside of rugbyHis self talkWhat his feats mean to himThe freedom of exploring externally and internallyAdvice to his younger selfGoal setting What's nextEnjoy
Want To Find out more about Damian and his life?
Damian's Instagram
Damian's Facebook
Damian's Website
Before You Go:
I hope you are enjoying the podcast.
If you'd like to support this podcast, I've set up a page where you can donate once off or monthly. This allows me to continue to create meaningful content for men who are looking to be supported in their wellbeing. Support the podcast here.
Any money you contribute towards this project is massively appreciated and it allows me to continue to create content and expand offerings for men.
Thank you,
Darragh
PS: Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with the work I'm offering and resources that I'm creating.
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F o l l o w Y o u r G u t
Pa Sheehy the lead singer and main lyricist of Walking On Cars, an Indie Pop band from Dingle in Kerry.
He is also my cousin and I would have spend considerable time with him growing up in his native Dingle in Kerry which made this episode a particularly interesting one.
I had plenty to ask and to uncover what led him to where he is today as a professional artist in an extremely successful Irish band.
This episode traces his journey from growing up, to his move towards a career in music and all that happened along the way.
We discuss: Life growing up in Dingle and it's influence on himWhy he feels college is not for everyoneAdvice to his younger selfDreaming big and ambitionListening to and following your gutSelf-doubt, anxiety, insecurityGetting support from people who matterGoing all in on musicResponsibility as an artistGoals for the bandI really enjoyed this conversation and hope you do too.
Want To Find out more about Pa and Walking On Cars?
Pa's Instagram
Walking on Cars Facebook
Walking on Cars Website
Listen to Walking on Cars on Spotify
Before You Go:
I hope you are enjoying the podcast.
If you'd like to support this podcast, I've set up a page where you can donate once off or monthly. This allows me to continue to create meaningful content for men who are looking to be supported in their wellbeing. Support the podcast here.
Any money you contribute towards this project is massively appreciated and it allows me to continue to create content and expand offerings for men.
Thank you,
Darragh
PS: Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with the work I'm offering and resources that I'm creating.
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I m a g e s S p e a k
Joe Caslin is a street artist and teacher. His art work are large scale drawings across Ireland which explore societal issues. His work has surrounded themes of mental health, sexuality, drug addiction amongst others. As you will hear in the episode these drawings are meant to start a conversation rather than to tell you something, the images speak for themselves. "They are bringing people from the peripheries of society back into the conversation.” We discuss: What led Joe to being a street artist.The power of images to open conversations.How suffering has played such a big role in his art.The importance of art for his own mental health.The role of a teacher and how his students respond to being given a creative platform.I really enjoyed this conversation, I hope you do too.
Want To Find out more about Joe and his work?
Instagram
Facebook
Website
Vimeo- Videos of his work
Before You Go:
I hope you are enjoying the podcast.
If you'd like to support this podcast, I've set up a page where you can donate once off or monthly. This allows me to continue to create meaningful content for men who are looking to be supported in their wellbeing. Support the podcast here.
Any money you contribute towards this project is massively appreciated and it allows me to continue to create content and expand offerings for men.
Thank you,
Darragh
PS: Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with the work I'm offering and resources that I'm creating.
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M o v e F r e e l y
Ronan Brady is a physical artist from Roscommon.
In this episode we dive into his journey from county footballer and school teacher to becoming a professional physical artist which has taken him all over the world and on a personal journey within.
Want To Find out more about Ronan and his work?
Website
Facebook
Instagram
Before You Go:
I hope you are enjoying the podcast.
If you'd like to support this podcast, I've set up a page where you can donate once off or monthly. This allows me to continue to create meaningful content for men who are looking to be supported in their wellbeing. Support the podcast here.
Any money you contribute towards this project is massively appreciated and it allows me to continue to create content and expand offerings for men.
Thank you,
Darragh
PS: Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with the work I'm offering and resources that I'm creating.
