Podcast — #AbuseInRelationships

In this episode, I sit down with Nikki Dwyer, CEO of Future Beauty, to hear her powerful story of reinvention and resilience. Nikki opens up about breaking free from a toxic relationship, the emotional toll of narcissistic abuse, and how Ozempic reshaped her relationship with food, weight, and wellness. She also highlights the challenges of accessing weight-loss treatments and the stigma surrounding them. We dive into fertility struggles and innovative treatments, including the pioneering work of Dr. Lyuda Shkrobot at UNQLIFE, who is using immunotherapy to help prevent miscarriages. Nikki shares the hurdles women in Ireland face with IVF and...

In this episode, I chat with Bianca Luykx, the editor of VIP Magazine, about her incredible journey in the media industry. With nearly two decades of experience at one of Ireland’s leading magazines, Bianca shares her insights into navigating an ever-evolving industry, including memorable moments like interviewing Beyoncé and Justin Timberlake. She also opens up about her early TV career, sharing her experience of harassment in the workplace and the resilience it took to overcome it. But it’s not all about career highlights. Bianca opens up about the emotional challenges of motherhood, the realities of perimenopause, and how she’s adapting...

In this episode, I’m joined by Sarah Benson, CEO of Women’s Aid, to have an open and vital conversation about gender-based abuse. We discuss the harsh realities of psychological and emotional abuse, physical and sexual abuse, and coercive control. We consider the societal norms that enable these issues, and the alarming rise in abuse during the holiday season. Our discussion highlights the challenges faced by survivors, as Sarah sheds light on the complexities of post-separation abuse, including financial manipulation, and the urgent need for legislative reform to protect survivors. We also reflect on the case of Nikita Hand and the...