Podcast — #leadership

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 sit down with Alexandra Ryan, founder and CEO of Goss.ie, for an eye-opening conversation about media, advocacy, and resilience. Alexandra shares her personal experience as a victim of non-consensual intimate image sharing and how it led her to speak out and advocate for change, playing a role in the introduction of Coco’s Law, Ireland’s legislation against online harassment and intimate image abuse. She reflects on the betrayal of trust, the emotional toll on victims, and the societal norms that continue to shame women instead of holding perpetrators accountable. We also explore the evolving landscape of media...

In this episode, I chat with Brittany Stewart, co-founder and COO of BURST Oral Care, about the journey behind the brand’s incredible success. From launching BURST in the Irish market to growing a community of over 40,000 dental professionals in the US, Brittany shares insights into leadership, innovation, and staying true to her vision. We also explore her personal story, from her days studying at UCLA to balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship during the pandemic. Brittany opens up about navigating male-dominated industries, the power of mentorship, and the importance of aligning business goals with personal values. This episode is packed with...

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...