The Claire Solan Podcast

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  9: The Curtain Twitcher, The Ballet Dancer & The Story So Far... (and some great news!) 11.09.2026 46min

  Claire comes to terms with a curtain twitching incident 👀 while Producer Caroline heads back to the ballet studio after a long hiatus, plus the lemon hack you never knew you needed!This week's episode nearly never was ... so join Claire and Producer Caroline as they chat about the story so far. They have a look back at the brilliant life lessons and wonderful wisdom that each guest has brought to the show and what has really stuck with them. AND... there is an exciting update on the future of the podcast! 💃 Sophie Richards' Anti-Inflammatory Lemonade 👇🍋 juice of 2 large lemons🍯 1 tbsp of honey 🤌 pinch of Himalayan or sea salt🍏 1 tsp of apple cider vinegar💧 500ml sparkling water🧊 handful of ice cubesRIP Gloria Steinem - catch great inteviews with her on these podcasts. We Can Do Hard ThingsHow to Fail with Elizabeth DayBriliant book, must buy!📚You Can Heal your Life by Louise HayGET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST:💬 Send a WhatsApp voice note: https://wa.me/353851401432📧 Email: [email protected]📸 Instagram: @clairesolanThe CSP is produced by Caroline IrwinThis podcast is brought to you in partnership with one of our favourite Irish brands Sisterly; the multi-award winning multivitamin made by women, for women.
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  8: Exposure Therapy | Marriage, Messing Up & Meditation with David Forde PT2 04.09.2026 57min

  Claire and Producer Caroline are back from Edinburgh and straight into some exposure therapy. It was Claire's turn to attend a fire night at Phoenix Breathwork, in Marble Arch in London while Caroline went back to Glasnevin Toastmasters in Dublin and gave one speech full marks!David Forde is a former professional footballer and Republic of Ireland international who built an impressive career between the posts. Originally from Galway, David was selected for Ireland’s UEFA Euro 2012 squad and later went on to establish himself as the country’s first-choice goalkeeper.Since his retirement from football, his journey has taken him well beyond the game. Through personal development, reflection and spirituality. David is an author and a professional coach and mentor in the corporate world. He teaches meditation and breathwork and continues to explore the experiences that shaped him both as an athlete and as a person. If you missed part one of this episode with David Forde, make sure you go back and listen to his origin story and how he nearly came to blows with Roy Keane! In part two, Claire chats to David about his personal life, his 20-year marriage to Alison, relationships, giving up alcohol, meditiation and breathwork. David also gives Claire some coaching on a tricky situation she's been dealing with this week. 📚 David's Book📸 David's InstagramGET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST:💬 Send a WhatsApp voice note: https://wa.me/353851401432📧 Email: [email protected]📸 Instagram: @clairesolanThe CSP is produced by Caroline IrwinThis podcast is brought to you in partnership with one of our favourite Irish brands Sisterly; the multi-award winning multivitamin made by women, for women.
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  7: Fun at the Fringe | Forgiveness, Failure & Football with David Forde 28.08.2026 58min

  Claire and Producer Caroline spent the week at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, there's an update on the missing airpod (does anyone care?!) and an unconventioal gang at their Airbnb. David Forde is a former professional footballer and Republic of Ireland international who built an impressive career between the posts. Originally from Galway, David was selected for Ireland’s UEFA Euro 2012 squad and later went on to establish himself as the country’s first-choice goalkeeper.Since his retirement from football, his journey has taken him well beyond the game. Through personal development, reflection and spirituality. David is an author and a professional coach and mentor in the corporate world. He teaches meditation and breathwork and continues to explore the experiences that shaped him both as an athlete and as a person. In part one of a two-part episode, Claire and David discuss the impact of alcoholism on a family, the drive and determination it takes to play sport at the highest level and the importance of never wasting a good humbling. David's BookDavid's Instagram👑 Kyla CobblerShows & comedians we loved in Edinburgh 👇🕺 One Man Musical📚 Marjolein Robertson 💩 Don't Flush Me Yet🎤 Fatiha El-Ghorri💰 Rory O'Hanlon🎉 Not Another Quiz Night👧🏼 Grace CampbellSophie Richards' Anti-Inflammatory Lemonade 👇🍋 juice of 2 large lemons🍯 1 tbsp of honey 🤌 pinch of Himalayan or sea salt🍏 1 tsp of apple cider vinegar💧 500ml sparkling water🧊 handful of ice cubesGET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST💬 Send a WhatsApp voice note: https://wa.me/353851401432📧 Email: [email protected]📸 Instagram: @clairesolanCome to Claire and Caroline's Retreat in Wicklow - 13th SeptemberThe CSP is produced by Caroline IrwinThis podcast is brought to you in partnership with one of our favourite Irish brands Sisterly; the multi-award winning multivitamin made by women, for women.
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  6: Lost Property | Losing Inhibitions and Getting Lost in Your Dream Life with Sarah Shannon 21.08.2026 55min

  Disaster strikes round Claire's way as she mislays two personal items while Producer Caroline is riding high on a very successful debut at Toastmasters Glasnevin. Sarah Shannon is a yoga & meditation teacher, retreat host and cacao ceremony facilitator. Over the last 4 years, she has hosted over 320 women on her retreats in Portugal, helping them to reconnect with their innate feminine wisdom. Her journey began 10 years ago when she felt called to leave her career in law in Dublin for a sunnier, more spiritual life on the Algarve.Join one of Sarah's upcoming retreats in September 2026 or January 2027. Claire and Sarah have soulful conversation about how to transform your life from the mundane to the magical. They talk yoga and meditation, manifestation, relationships, rest and how dropping into your heart can help you find your purpose.  Sarah's mentions 👇Cacao Chocolat - The MovieAshram in KeralaSarah's Kirtan Musician on the Algarve Nicola Jane Hobbs Kyla CobblerMy Therapist Ghosted MeGET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST💬 Send a WhatsApp voice note: https://wa.me/353851401432📧 Email: [email protected]📸 Instagram: @clairesolanCome to Claire and Caroline's Retreat in Wicklow - 13th SeptemberThe CSP is produced by Caroline IrwinThis season of the podcast is brought to you in partnership with one of our favourite Irish brands Sisterly; the multi-award winning multi-vitamin made by women, for women.
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  5: A WhatsApp Mishap | HRT & Holistic Health Practioner Christine McGuinness 14.08.2026 1h

  Claire and Producer Caroline talk hormones, Whatsapp mishaps and an AI emergency while listener Anna Marie shares an amazing Lion's Gate Portal synchronicity. Christine McGuinness is a holistic practitioner, founder and owner of multi-award winning health store, Back to Nature in Cavan. Christine has dedicated her life to the pursuit of health awareness, wellbeing and preventative medicine. She provides a safe space where people can explore a range of homeopathic remedies, aromatherapy, herbs, supplements, nutrition and more to find what works for them individually. She has qualifications in Reflexology, kinesiology, crystal therapy, colour therapy and mantra meditation. Claire and Christine discuss the impact of stress; physcial, emotional and spiritual and what we can do to temper it. Christine shares her worldly wisdom and deep intuition in this soulful conversation about getting back to good health. Find Back to Nature on InstagramAll of the products mentioned in this episode are available online and at Back to Nature in Cavan. Products and links below:Plantago for mucus production above the neckIvy Thyme for mucus production below the neckJan De Vries EssencesBach Flower RemediesB Vitamins for nervous system and stressMagnesium - the mineral for stressAshwagandaL-Theanine: The headwreckerRhodiola for overwhelmHoly Basil for griefPassifloraLavender oil for sleepAura-Soma RemediesMagnesium BisglycinateMagnesium CitrateMagnesium ThreonateLions ManeLouise Hay’s book - You can heal your life GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST💬 Send a WhatsApp voice note: https://wa.me/353851401432📧 Email: [email protected]📸 Instagram: @clairesolanCome to Claire and Caroline's Retreat in Wicklow - 13th September The CSP is produced by Caroline IrwinThis season of the podcast is brought to you in partnership with one of our favourite Irish brands, Sisterly; the multi-award winning multi-vitamin made by women, for women.
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  4: Deep Breathing | A 1-Star Review & A Woman's Heart with Professor Emer Joyce 07.08.2026 1h 1min

  Claire and Producer Caroline discuss what to do with a 1* review... Ouch! Producer Caroline tries out a breath work session that sends her sideways while Claire reveals why her neighbours have reason to call her the crazy cat lady.  Prof. Emer Joyce is a Consultant Cardiologist specialising in Advanced Heart Failure (AHF) and Cardiac Transplant at the Mater University Hospital in Dublin. She is also a Clinical Professor at University College Dublin.Claire and Emer discuss the alarming statistics around women's heart health and how we can make positive changes today. Emer shares the importance of finding reasons to live in the face of death and how she coped with the loss of her brother Ray, three years ago. Ever wondered what a Consultant Cardiologisit does on her day off? Check out Emer's recommendations below.Soul Sisters podcast Younger on Netflix Olive's Cafe Caroline's deep breathing session was with Phoenix Breathwork MethodGET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST💬 Send a WhatsApp voice note: https://wa.me/353851401432📧 Email: [email protected]📸 Instagram: @clairesolanJoin Claire's Retreat - 13th September The CSP is produced by Caroline IrwinThis season of the podcast is brought to you by one of our favourite Irish brands, Sisterly the multi-award winning multi-vitamin made by women, for women. 
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  3: A Tribute | Truth Telling & Top Tips for Wellness with Clare McKenna 31.07.2026 59min

  Claire and Producer Caroline pay tribute to the inimatable Glen Hansard. Claire is tracing her roots while Producer Caroline is helping us harness the power of manifestation around the lions gate portal. Clare McKenna is a TV and radio broadcaster, author, integrative health coach and breath work teacher. She presents Alive and Kicking on Newstalk every Sunday morning from 8am. Her first book 'Would You Be Well?' was published in January 2026. Claire and Clare talk childhood wounds, raising teenagers and the benefits of healthy habits.  Clare McKenna's book Would You Be Well? Clare recommends Untamed by Glennon Doyle GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST💬 Send a WhatsApp voice note: https://wa.me/353851401432📧 Email: [email protected]📸 Instagram: @clairesolanJoin Claire's Retreat - 13th September Produced by Caroline IrwinThis season of the podcast is brought to you by one of my favourite Irish brands,Sisterly - the multi-award winning multi-vitamin made by women, for women. 
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  2: Good Deeds | The Good Girl & Grief with Sarah Tobin 24.07.2026 54min

  Claire has a decision to make at Gatwick Airport, while Producer Caroline enjoys a day full of her favourite things. Producer Caroline recommends! Massage Eugene SabalaGluten free treats at Selfridges Borough22donuts The Green Mile from Joe and the Juice TW: The loss of a baby is discussed in this episodeThe incredible Sarah Tobin is our first guest on the podcast. She and Claire go way back, back to the carefree days of pints in the bar at Dublin City University and hot chicken rolls from Spar in Ballymun. Having chosen a career in Marketing and Advertising, Sarah realised after the death of her daughter Alice in 2014, that she had another calling. She found Emotional Freedom Technique / Tapping and this (divine) intervention got her through her darkest days. Now a qualified Practitioner, she helps women worldwide recover from all kinds of trauma, guiding her clients through ancestral healing and inner child work. Sarah also trains others to follow her path.TW: The loss of a baby is discussed in this episodeYou can find Sarah Tobin on instagramBuy her book Tapping Into You GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST 💬 Send a WhatsApp voice note: https://wa.me/353851401432📧 Email: [email protected]📸 Instagram: @clairesolan Join Claire's Retreat - 13th September Produced by Caroline IrwinThis season of the podcast is brought to you by one of my favourite Irish brands,Sisterly - the multi-award winning multi-vitamin made by women, for women. 
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  1: Come On, Tell Me How You Really Feel... 17.07.2026 48min

  What better way to kick off a podcast than to ask your family what they really think of you after all these years...Claire would like to thank her parents, sister and brother-in-law for their radical honesty and good sportsmanship.   GET IN TOUCH 💬 Send a WhatsApp voice note: https://wa.me/353851401432📧 Email: [email protected]📸 Instagram: @clairesolanJoin my September RetreatMatt Cooke Beyond Wanting: The True Art of Manifestation Produced by Caroline Irwin This season of the podcast is brought to you by one of my favourite Irish brands, Sisterly - the multi-award winning multi-vitamin made by women, for women.