Allen O'Donoghue Motivation Interview Podcasts

Motivation Interview - Series 8 - Ep 10 - Justin Hampton 24.10.2024 1h 10min

I'm delighted to bring you the latest Motivation Interview podcast with world famous poster artist, Justin Hampton. Justin has been at the forefront of the rock art scene for over three decades and chats about getting started in the scene before there even was one, as well as life growing up and the influences he had that brought him into the art world. Hope you enjoy it! To access the full episode, sign up at patreon.com/alodonoghuepodcasts #motivation #rockart #posterartist

Motivation Interview - Series 8 - Ep 9 - Vriti Saraf 02.10.2024 56min

Welcome back to the Motivation Interview podcast. In this week's episode Allen speaks with educator, Vriti Saraf. Vriti is a phenomenal young lady who has spend her career empowering students to learn their own way and is looking to see how we can make positive changes by utilising technology in education so every learner can recognise their own abilities and skills. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. #motivation #education #inspiration #teacher

Motivation Interview Series 8 - Ep 8 - Simon Brundish Pt 2 10.09.2024 40min

Welcome to part two of my interview with internationally renowned sports scientist, Simon Brundish. In this episode, Simon talks about family life, building a career in sport and how he has loved focusing on helping young people to develop their mental and physical health. #motivation #sportscience #youthsports

Motivation Interview - Series 8 - Ep 7 - Simon Brundish Pt 1 29.08.2024 52min

This week I chat with internationally renowned sports scientist, Simon Brundish, which was so engaging that it turned into two episodes! In part one of our conversation, we delve into Simon's life growing up with a young mother, going into care and excelling at sport & school. Simon's story is absolutely fascinating and a true inspiration. #motivation #sportscience #youthsports

Motivation Interview - Series 8 - Ep 6 - Tadhg Murphy 31.07.2024 51min

In this week's episode, Allen chats with Tadgh Murphy, a young man who is in secondary school with big ambitions to become a comedian and podcaster. Tadgh takes us through the challenges he has faced, managing the condition arthrogryposis, as well as being a wheelchair user in society today. Tadgh's journey is so inspiring, we have no doubt you'll love this one!

Motivation Interview Series 8 - Ep 5 - Jodie O'Donoghue 10.07.2024 1h

In this week's episode I chat with artist Jodie O'Donoghue, who just so happens to be my cousin! Jodie talks about how art was always a big part of life growing up and how she dreamed of having her own studio as a child, and has fulfilled this dream. Jodie also delves into how her travels have inspired her and the importance of living by the sea when it comes to influencing her work. Hope you enjoy!

Motivation Interview - Series 8 - Ep 4 - Dr Andrew Vincent 06.06.2024 1h 20min

In today's episode, I sit down with my co-host from the Anfield Index Pro MindField sports psychology podcast, Dr Andrew Vincent. Based in the US, Andrew talks about the importance of sport as a child, the family dynamics he experienced growing up and becoming a sports psychologist, as well as so much more. Hope you enjoy this one.

Motivation Interview - Series 8 - Ep 3 - Paul D'Amour 14.05.2024 59min

In the latest episode of the Motivation Interview Podcast, I sit down with former Tool and current Ministry bassist, Paul D'Amour. Paul brings us through his life growing up, the challenges he experienced in the education system, founding one of rocks most illustrious bands and then walking away at the height of their fame. We also get to glimpse into Paul's work in setting up a school for children needing extra support, his work in movies and television and getting back on tour with rock legends Ministry. I hope you enjoy this one, I know I certainly did and it was so amazing to speak with the man who wrote so many of the riffs that defined my teens. Thanks Paul for being amazing! #motivation #toolband #ministry #bass

Motivation Interview - Series 8 - Ep 2 - Katie McKeown 23.04.2024 48min

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. To access the full interview, go to www.patreon.com/alodonoghuepodcasts and sign up to one of our tiers.

Motivation Interview - Series 8 - Ep 1 - Sue Firth 04.04.2024 51min

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. To access the full podcast, sign up to our Patreon page - https://www.patreon.com/alodonoghuepodcasts/membership

Motivation Interview - Series 7 - Ep 9 - Fraser Carson 16.11.2023 1h 23min

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

Motivation Interview - Series 7 - Ep 8 - Shane Nolan 31.10.2023 52min

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

Motivation Interview - Series 7 - Ep 7 - Sinead Brassil 17.10.2023 48min

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

Motivation Interview - Series 7 - Ep 6 - Gags Tandon 03.10.2023 1h 31min

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

Motivation Interview - Series 7 - Ep 5 - Niall Ronan 21.09.2023 50min

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

Motivation Interview - Series 7 - Ep 4 - Olive Hickmott 21.03.2023 56min

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!

Motivation Interview - Series 7 - Ep 3 - Deirdre Gogarty 07.03.2023 56min

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

Motivation Interview - Series 7 - Ep 2 - Ciarán Clarke 21.02.2023 51min

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

Motivation Interview - Series 7 - Ep 1 - Darren Thornton 07.02.2023 1h 15min

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

Motivation Interview Spaces - Lisa Fannin & GirlWhoShivers - Ep 16 15.11.2022 55min

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