Basically...with Stefanie Preissner (HeadStuff)

This week Stefanie is joined by Sarah Kelly, Senior Speech and Language Therapist and Clinical Director of SpeakEasy SLT. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. HealthCheck at Mater Private is one of the best ways to get a detailed snapshot of your health. Visit healthcheck.ie to make an appointment and find out more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stefanie is away on leave at the moment, so here is another archive episode from 2020, when Stefanie chatted with comedian, actor and radio presenter PJ Gallagher. They talk about finding your way in life, discovering something you’re good at (if being a professional sportsman doesn’t work out!) and dealing with success in something when it’s not a passion. Stefanie dissects his negativity, talks about his comedy and his talent and they eat a lot of cake. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s podcast, Stefanie talks to Heather Dent of The Lullaby Lady. Heather is a certified child sleep consultant, and Heather and Stefanie discuss how to develop and remedy healthy sleep habits with your child, how to create the best environment for sleeping, and how strategies will differ with your child’s age. Stefanie and Heather also talk about the importance of consistency and tools and routines that can help. You can find Heather on instagram @thelullabylady or on her website www.thelullabylady.ie You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we look back on April 2021, when Stefanie chatted to Roz Purcell. They talk about modelling, navigating information online during lockdown, and their experiences with eating disorders. Roz shares her story, when she decided to get help and the lessons she learned along the way. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is joined by Social media influencer Nia Gallagher to talk all things TikTok. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network Emergency Departments in Dublin and Cork provide fast access to care when it’s needed most. Led by emergency medicine consultants, Mater Private Network’s Emergency Department is fully integrated with all other hospital services, which means that if patients need tests, scans, additional consultations with other specialists, or to be admitted into the hospital, this can happen without unnecessary delay. Learn more https://bit.ly/3JF3DrG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to a new season of Basically! This week Stefanie is joined by Hugh O'Connell to discuss what's new in the world of politics. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. HealthCheck at Mater Private is one of the best ways to get a detailed snapshot of your health. Visit healthcheck.ie to make an appointment and find out more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stefanie deep dives into the world of A.I. with expert Elaine Burke. Elaine outlines how A.I. can be used for innocent fun such as cute snapchat filters and other creative outlets but the pair also discuss the darker side of A.I. when misused. You can learn more about the world of tech through Elaine's podcast with her co-host Jenny on For Tech's Sake a co-production from Silicon Republic and The HeadStuff Podcast Network. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is joined by Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry Dr Lorcan Martin to discuss severe depression. As mentioned by Dr Lorcan Martin, the Little Book of Big Conversations is available for free and can be accessed at https://www.janssenwithme.ie/en-ie/depression. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Janssen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to a new season of Basically! This week Stefanie is joined by Dr Niall Muldoon, the Ombudsman for Children. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. HealthCheck at Mater Private is one of the best ways to get a detailed snapshot of your health. Visit healthcheck.ie to make an appointment and find out more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is joined by News Reporter at TheJournal.ie Mairead Maguire to talk all things Twitter. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner. You can also follow Mairead on Instagram @mairead_maguire. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network in Dublin provides Urgent Cardiac Care services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and is the only private hospital in Ireland to do so. This service is available to walk-in patients, with or without GP referrals. Learn more https://bit.ly/3r8zWcd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another episode taken from the archives! Stefanie talks to Feargal Harrington, founder of Intro Matchmaking about Dating. They talk about matchmaking, expectations, frustration with dating apps such as Tinder, the things single men want and the things single women want. What works, and what doesn't work, tips, and loads more. Stefanie also gets answers from Feargal for your listener questions. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is joined by Ms. Caitriona Kirwan who is an ophthalmic surgeon from Mater Private Hospital Dublin.  Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network". Mater Private Network offers a unique Spine Care provided by our highly specialised, multidisciplinary Spine Care team including spine surgeons, physiotherapists, pain management specialists, and Clinical Nurse Specialists. The Spine Care service is available in Dublin, Cork and Limerick. Learn more https://bit.ly/3CURFqe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is joined by Claire Tynan, Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist at Mater Private Network to discuss all things physiotherapy & spine health. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. With HeartCheck you take control of your heart health, giving yourself the peace of mind and reassurance that you are doing everything you can to protect your heart, now and into the future. For more information visit materprivate.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Luke O'Neill joins Stefanie in the studio once more to talk about the pandemic, and what was done right and wrong in our response to the virus. Were the lockdowns too long? What are the long-terms effects? Stefanie and Luke answer all, in this brief update.  You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Stefanie speaks to Melissa who is a midwife at The Coombe. They discuss why not all pregnancies need a consultant and what it is like to have a midwife led pregnancy if you are low risk. Melissa explains signs to look out for along the way to understand your pregnancy more and what might happen if you gave birth while traveling abroad. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell Financial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stefanie is joined by Ireland's Original Buyer's Agent Liz O'Kane. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network offers a unique Spine Care provided by our highly specialised, multidisciplinary Spine Care team including spine surgeons, physiotherapists, pain management specialists, and Clinical Nurse Specialists. The Spine Care service is available in Dublin, Cork and Limerick. Learn more https://bit.ly/3CURFqe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically... Stefanie chats to Seán Ó Fearghaíl, an Irish Fianna Fáil politician who has served as the Ceann Comhairle of Dáil Éireann since March 2016. Stefanie asks questions such as, what actually happens in The Dáil? Does Seán have any favourite parts to the job? They discuss the challenges of getting ministers to stick to their allocated speaking time and how you can be elected as Ceann Comhairle. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's archive episode from June 2021, Stefanie talks to founder of the Menopause Hub, Loretta Dignam. They discuss the process of menopause and some of the 40 different symptoms which can be experienced throughout. They talk about some of the treatments available including Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and how ignoring menopause can impact your long term health. But don’t worry, as Loretta says - it’s not all doom and gloom! You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stefanie discusses the ever growing discussion about the between Women & Finance with Hannah Drennan, a Senior Financial Advisor at Rockwell Financial. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network offers a unique Spine Care provided by our highly specialised, multidisciplinary Spine Care team including spine surgeons, physiotherapists, pain management specialists, and Clinical Nurse Specialists. The Spine Care service is available in Dublin, Cork and Limerick. Learn more https://bit.ly/3CURFqe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie talks to Cathy Monaghan. Cathy defines her purpose as giving support to parents as they transition through the phases and stages of feeding their family. As a senior Paediatric Dietitian her work is dedicated to educating, empowering and enabling parents to feed their children what they need without unnecessary cost, time, tantrums or guilt. Stefanie and Cathy go through some listener questions and uncover many top tips when it comes to weaning. You can support Stefanie and the show on Headstuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for the artwork and music by Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Exciting news! A new season of Basically is coming to HeadStuff Podcasts on Tuesday the 30th of April. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This season of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically, Stefanie chats with Noel Fitzpatrick. Noel is a project manager and international representative for satellite meteorology. He tells us how certain types of weather come about, the chances of getting hit by lightning and why it always seems to rain in Mayo. Stefanie asks Noel if he is concerned about climate change and the effects that this is having on our weather. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically we are taking you back to an interview from July 2022. Stefanie was joined by political correspondent Hugh O’Connell, to talk all things politics. He breaks down the different political parties within Ireland, and what they stand for. It's a good one. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network in Dublin provides Urgent Cardiac Care services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and is the only private hospital in Ireland to do so. This service is available to walk-in patients, with or without GP referrals. Learn more https://bit.ly/3r8zWcd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically, Stefanie is joined by Andrew Roberts who is the Group Head of Catering at Mater Private Hospital. The importance of food and nutrition within a Hospital plays a vital role for patients on their road to recovery - Andrew takes heed of all aspects when it comes to creating suitable, yet uniquely catered and delicious food as he talks through his experiences with Stefanie. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network offers a unique Spine Care provided by our highly specialised, multidisciplinary Spine Care team including spine surgeons, physiotherapists, pain management specialists, and Clinical Nurse Specialists. The Spine Care service is available in Dublin, Cork and Limerick. Learn more https://bit.ly/3CURFqe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is joined by Róisín Clarke, CEO of the Irish Foster Care Association (IFCA). Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. HealthCheck at Mater Private is one of the best ways to get a detailed snapshot of your health. Visit healthcheck.ie to make an appointment and find out more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Luke O'Neill returns once again to the show to bring the latest medical news along with answers your questions - including the latest situations with COVID-19, Alzheimer's, and other topics like the possible dangers of Aspartame and using a patients breath to detect early tumor development. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network Emergency Departments in Dublin and Cork provide fast access to care when it’s needed most. Led by emergency medicine consultants, Mater Private Network’s Emergency Department is fully integrated with all other hospital services, which means that if patients need tests, scans, additional consultations with other specialists, or to be admitted into the hospital, this can happen without unnecessary delay. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3JF3DrG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is joined by Laura Sherry, Head of Marketing and Communications at Repak to answer all your questions on recycling. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. With HeartCheck you take control of your heart health, giving yourself the peace of mind and reassurance that you are doing everything you can to protect your heart, now and into the future. For more information visit materprivate.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is joined by Dr Afif El Khuffash, Neonatologist, Professor of Paediatrics & Lactation Consultant. They discuss breastfeeding, pre-term birth and Afif answers your listener questions. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. Mater Private Network Emergency Departments in Dublin and Cork provide fast access to care when it’s needed most. Led by emergency medicine consultants, Mater Private Network’s Emergency Department is fully integrated with all other hospital services, which means that if patients need tests, scans, additional consultations with other specialists, or to be admitted into the hospital, this can happen without unnecessary delay. Learn more https://bit.ly/3JF3DrG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's no new episode of Basically this week, but Stefanie will be back with a brand new episode next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stefanie is joined by Martina Jennings who is CEO of Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network Emergency Departments in Dublin and Cork provide fast access to care when it’s needed most. Led by emergency medicine consultants, Mater Private Network’s Emergency Department is fully integrated with all other hospital services, which means that if patients need tests, scans, additional consultations with other specialists, or to be admitted into the hospital, this can happen without unnecessary delay. Learn more https://bit.ly/3JF3DrG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stefanie is joined by Hugh O'Connell, the ‍Deputy Political Editor of The Independent to talk all things constituencies. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network offers a unique Spine Care provided by our highly specialised, multidisciplinary Spine Care team including spine surgeons, physiotherapists, pain management specialists, and Clinical Nurse Specialists. The Spine Care service is available in Dublin, Cork and Limerick. Learn more https://bit.ly/3CURFqe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stefanie is joined by Terry Prone, the Chairman of The Communications Clinic to discuss crisis communications. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network offers a unique Spine Care provided by our highly specialised, multidisciplinary Spine Care team including spine surgeons, physiotherapists, pain management specialists, and Clinical Nurse Specialists. The Spine Care service is available in Dublin, Cork and Limerick. Learn more https://bit.ly/3CURFqe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically Stefanie chats to Conor Gallagher, Crime and Security Correspondent of The Irish Times and author of "Is Ireland Neutral?". Conor outlines what NATO is and what are the steps that might be needed if Ireland were to join NATO. They discuss how Ireland and other countries' protective forces are shifting with the world becoming more and more digital and how to prevent not only physical attacks but cyber attacks, particularly in light of the HSE cyber attack which was the largest cyber attack on a health organisation in the world. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is once again joined by fan favourite Robert Whelan, Managing Director at Rockwell Financial. This week Robert updates us on mortgages and answers your listener questions!! Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. Mater Private Network Emergency Departments in Dublin and Cork provide fast access to care when it’s needed most. Led by emergency medicine consultants, Mater Private Network’s Emergency Department is fully integrated with all other hospital services, which means that if patients need tests, scans, additional consultations with other specialists, or to be admitted into the hospital, this can happen without unnecessary delay. Learn more https://bit.ly/3JF3DrG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is joined by Associate Professor in Civil Engineering at UCD, Jennifer Keenahan to talk all things AI, academics & engineering. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. With HeartCheck you take control of your heart health, giving yourself the peace of mind and reassurance that you are doing everything you can to protect your heart, now and into the future. For more information visit materprivate.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another one from the archives for you!  In 2020, Stefanie chatted with consultant OBGYN Dr. Jennifer Donnelly from Dublin’s Rotunda Maternity Hospital. They go baby step by baby step from the moment of seeing a positive pregnancy test, choosing whether to go public, semi public or private, picking a hospital or a consultant, how to cope with scans, scares, and stretch marks, and then... what happens when it has to come out! Jennifer takes Stefanie through the whole joyful journey and leaves her... maybe a little shell shocked but very much enlightened. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically, Midwife and Fertility Speicialist Laura Hackett discusses topics such as who should be getting checked at a fertility clinic and when?  Are there any specific vitamins to be taking ? And lifestyle tips for when trying to conceive. Laura also debunks some myths and assures us that every body is completely different and to be kind to yourself when trying to conceive.  Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is joined by Ms. Claire Thompson who is a Consultant Gynaecological Oncologist at Mater Private Network in Dublin.  Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network". Mater Private Network offers a unique Spine Care provided by our highly specialised, multidisciplinary Spine Care team including spine surgeons, physiotherapists, pain management specialists, and Clinical Nurse Specialists. The Spine Care service is available in Dublin, Cork and Limerick. Learn more https://bit.ly/3CURFqe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stefanie is joined by play therapist Debbie Cullinane. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Follow Debbie on Instagram (@debbiecullinane_) You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network in Dublin provides Urgent Cardiac Care services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and is the only private hospital in Ireland to do so. This service is available to walk-in patients, with or without GP referrals. Learn more https://bit.ly/3r8zWcd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we look back to March 2021 and Stefanie's chat with Kathryn Mannix, an expert in death. They talk about death in a very refreshing way, what it is like for the person it's happening to, and how people around that person should feel. Why sleep is important near the end of life, what new ways we should think about this inevitable phenomenon, and much more. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Luke O'Neill reveals the latest advances in the world of modern medicine and in finding a cure for cancer. He discusses his predictions for the future of various medicines and an in-depth look at our immune system's role in fighting disease. Luke also introduces us to "The Off Switch". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stefanie discusses all things press photography with Julien Behal. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network Emergency Departments in Dublin and Cork provide fast access to care when it’s needed most. Led by emergency medicine consultants, Mater Private Network’s Emergency Department is fully integrated with all other hospital services, which means that if patients need tests, scans, additional consultations with other specialists, or to be admitted into the hospital, this can happen without unnecessary delay. Learn more https://bit.ly/3JF3DrG  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For this once-off extra episode, Stefanie is joined by Hugh O'Connell to shed light on recent updates from Israel & Palestine. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. HealthCheck at Mater Private is one of the best ways to get a detailed snapshot of your health. Visit healthcheck.ie to make an appointment and find out more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically... Stefanie asks Graeme to unveil the many mysterious that can occur at Dublin Airport such as how do some bags go missing? And where does this stuff go? Graeme uncovers some fascinating insights such as what happens when a plane has to do an emergency landing and how an operation such as President Joe Biden landing into the airport safely is accomplished. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by The Mater Private and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation from Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we look back on an episode from May 2021 when Stefanie chatted to Dr. Harry Barry about social anxiety. He explains what irrational beliefs are and the fears that people with social anxiety tend to have. They talk through the different ways people experience social and performative anxiety and reminds us that people are too self-obsessed to judge you! Dr. Barry provides some tips and exercises people with social anxiety can do to help them overcome You can purchase Dr. Barry’s new book “Embracing Change” on his website. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is joined by Irish Senator, author, and retired Irish Army Captain Tom Clonan to discuss what is happening in Israel and Palestine. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. Mater Private Network in Dublin provides Urgent Cardiac Care services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and is the only private hospital in Ireland to do so. This service is available to walk-in patients, with or without GP referrals. Learn more https://bit.ly/3r8zWcd This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is joined by Prof. Malcolm Kell, Breast Surgeon from Mater Private Network, Dublin. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. With HeartCheck you take control of your heart health, giving yourself the peace of mind and reassurance that you are doing everything you can to protect your heart, now and into the future. For more information visit materprivate.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically, freediver Claire Walsh uncovers the training and disciplines involved in this incredible sport. Claire discusses the mental aspects that are required and how much control one must have. She tells us the many ways in which freedivers must adapt to the water through techniques such as equalisation for the ears. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

During mental health month 2021, Stefanie talked to chartered psychologist with an expertise in trauma, Allison Keating. In this episode from the archive, Stefanie and Allison talk about eating disorders. How prevalent are they, how dangerous? We are talking more about mental health now, but are we doing enough? They also talk about knowing yourself, and how people talk about the body. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically, Stefanie and Laura explore their experience with being a mother with autism, and post-natal support. Laura is an accredited Life Coach and Mom passionate about normalising the challenges of Motherhood so that Moms feel less alone in their experience. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically... is sponsored by “Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically.. when booking in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically...Stefanie chats to scientist Luke O'Neill on what's new in the world of science. They discuss potential new drugs that may help with disease and exciting topics such as the latest trip to the moon. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While Stefanie's break continues, we look back to January 2022 and mental health month, when Dr Harry Barry joined Stefanie in studio to discuss anxiety. Dr. Barry describes the differences between acute, general and social anxiety and examples of how to cope in various situations. He talks about self-acceptance as the key to getting a handle on anxiety, and how uncertainty can contribute to feelings of anxiety. You can find more about Dr. Barry’s books and videos mentioned in the podcast on his website at drharrybarry.com You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie chats with Nicola O'Byrne who gives guidance and support to those breastfeeding. She answers some brilliant listener questions and demystifies many topics around breastfeeding. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stefanie is back in the studio to record brand new episodes of Basically. Basically returns on Tuesday 14th February. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another one from the archives! Looking back to December 2020, when Stefanie sat down with her fabulously high-achieving contemporary, Minister for Higher Education, Simon Harris. They talk about politics, politics in a pandemic (as well as being Minister for Health in a pandemic), what the job means, what he’d like to achieve, running for office, and ignoring bad advice. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stefanie is joined by sustainability journalist Jo Linehan to discuss all things sustainability and fashion. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network Emergency Departments in Dublin and Cork provide fast access to care when it’s needed most. Led by emergency medicine consultants, Mater Private Network’s Emergency Department is fully integrated with all other hospital services, which means that if patients need tests, scans, additional consultations with other specialists, or to be admitted into the hospital, this can happen without unnecessary delay. Learn more https://bit.ly/3JF3DrG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stefanie is joined by leading Irish spinal surgeon Mr. Ashley Poynton to discuss all things spinal care. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network offers a unique Spine Care provided by our highly specialised, multidisciplinary Spine Care team including spine surgeons, physiotherapists, pain management specialists, and Clinical Nurse Specialists. The Spine Care service is available in Dublin, Cork and Limerick. Learn more https://bit.ly/3CURFqe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically, Stefanie chats to Fionn Woodhouse, a lecturer in Applied Theatre in the UCCs Department of Theatre. They discuss theatre as a form of social inclusion particularly for teens and kids who struggle to make friends.  Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stefanie is joined by another medical practitioner, Dr. Niall Neeson who is also known as 'The Calming Dentist'. A visit to the Dentist can be a nerving situation for some people and Niall has noticed the important interaction between mental health and dental anxiety. Dental hygiene is an extremely important aspect to an individuals health, yet a barrier of dental phobia prevents people from getting that essential check up. Listen in for another fascinating discussion along with tips and advice to encourage more listeners to care more about their dental hygiene. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network offers a unique Spine Care provided by our highly specialised, multidisciplinary Spine Care team including spine surgeons, physiotherapists, pain management specialists, and Clinical Nurse Specialists. The Spine Care service is available in Dublin, Cork and Limerick. Learn more https://bit.ly/3CURFqe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is joined by executive and life coach Clara O'Keeffe. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network offers a unique Spine Care provided by our highly specialised, multidisciplinary Spine Care team including spine surgeons, physiotherapists, pain management specialists, and Clinical Nurse Specialists. The Spine Care service is available in Dublin, Cork and Limerick. Learn more https://bit.ly/3CURFqe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy New Year! To kick things off, we take a look back on Stefanie's chat with money guru Eoin McGee to talk to Stefanie about taxes, COVID payments, pensions and much more of that stuff that’s normally boring but actually really useful and borderline interesting when broken down into easy conversation like this... basically. Eoin also answers a lot of audience questions, so keep them coming! You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically... Maria reveals exactly what happens behind the doors of those mysterious staff rooms, the highs and lows of teaching and all of the behind the scenes of the job that occur when the students are gone home for the day. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stefanie is joined by Luke O'Neill once again, to discuss the latest in science and his new book To Boldly Go Where No Book Has Gone Before. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network Emergency Departments in Dublin and Cork provide fast access to care when it’s needed most. Led by emergency medicine consultants, Mater Private Network’s Emergency Department is fully integrated with all other hospital services, which means that if patients need tests, scans, additional consultations with other specialists, or to be admitted into the hospital, this can happen without unnecessary delay. Learn more https://bit.ly/3JF3DrG  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stefanie is joined by journalist Nicola Tallant to talk all things crime and gangland. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network in Dublin provides Urgent Cardiac Care services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and is the only private hospital in Ireland to do so. This service is available to walk-in patients, with or without GP referrals. Learn more https://bit.ly/3r8zWcd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically, Stefanie chats to Fiona Ferris, Deputy CEO and Head Of Training at As I Am. What began, in 2014, as an online platform for communities to access information and share experiences quickly grew into a movement for change for the autism community. Fiona highlights different financial support sources available and they also chat about the right terms to use when discussing autism. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stefanie is taking her first break from the podcast! So for the next couple of weeks, she is resharing some of your favourite episodes from the archives. Stefanie will be back soon with some brand new episodes. In the meantime, we look back to August 2020, when Stefanie spoke to the Taoiseach and Fianna Fail Leader Micheál Martin. They discuss whether Fianna Fail is a train or a taxi, how party politics is giving way to campaign politics and how Fianna Fail would pitch itself to younger members looking to get involved with a party. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s (listener requested!) episode, Stefanie is joined by her husband Noel to talk about his experience climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. Stefanie and Noel discuss when and why he made the decision to make the climb and go over the necessary practical and physical preparations. Noel also shares his day-to-day on the climb. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically, Stefanie asks Robert some listener questions that were sent in to her. They discuss topics such as what drives mortgage rates? How to know if you're paying enough into your pension and where is the best place to keep your savings? Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation by mentioning Basically when booking in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stefanie discusses all things heart related with Prof. Robert Byrne, the Director of Cardiology at Mater Private Network. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network in Dublin provides Urgent Cardiac Care services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and is the only private hospital in Ireland to do so. This service is available to walk-in patients, with or without GP referrals. Learn more https://bit.ly/3r8zWcd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is joined by Patrick O'Donovan, Minister of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science. They discuss the high and low points of Patrick's career and provide advice for Leaving Cert students awaiting exam results. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. Mater Private Network Emergency Departments in Dublin and Cork provide fast access to care when it’s needed most. Led by emergency medicine consultants, Mater Private Network’s Emergency Department is fully integrated with all other hospital services, which means that if patients need tests, scans, additional consultations with other specialists, or to be admitted into the hospital, this can happen without unnecessary delay. Learn more https://bit.ly/3JF3DrG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is joined by Neale Richmond TD, Minister of State with responsibility for Financial Services, Credit Unions and Insurance. They discuss the current landscape of Irish politics, and what it's like to be in politics from the inside. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. Mater Private Network Emergency Departments in Dublin and Cork provide fast access to care when it’s needed most. Led by emergency medicine consultants, Mater Private Network’s Emergency Department is fully integrated with all other hospital services, which means that if patients need tests, scans, additional consultations with other specialists, or to be admitted into the hospital, this can happen without unnecessary delay. Learn more https://bit.ly/3JF3DrG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode of Basically, Stefanie is joined by Kieran Lally, the first Mayo-man to climb Mount Everest. He talks about his preparation for making the climb, including all the other mountains he has climbed around the world. He describes the process of climbing Mount Everest and what it's like reaching the top.  You can find out more about Kieran's journey to the top of Mount Everest by picking up his book, 'Beyond the Summit: The Story Of One Man's Need To Scale His Inner Everest', now available in all bookstores. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically Update Description Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Stefanie is joined again by Robert Whelan, the Managing Director of Rockwell Financial Management. Robert is just in time to answer all your Christmas financial questions, inheritance queries, tax questions, and much more. Mater Private Network Emergency Departments in Dublin and Cork provide fast access to care when it’s needed most. Led by emergency medicine consultants, Mater Private Network’s Emergency Department is fully integrated with all other hospital services, which means that if patients need tests, scans, additional consultations with other specialists, or to be admitted into the hospital, this can happen without unnecessary delay. Learn more https://bit.ly/3JF3DrG Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically, Stefanie talks to Neale Richmond, The Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise about Brexit and the Northern Ireland protocol. Stefanie asks whether Brexit has finally been complete and where the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland now stand after further months of negotiation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie chats with Hannah Daly. Hannah is a Paediatric Occupational Therapist and advanced sensory integration therapist. She is also the author of KNOWING NO BOUNDARIES: A memoir of her life with dyslexia, dyspraxia and sensory processing disorder. Stefanie asks Hannah about her experience of pregnancy while also living with dyspraxia and sensory processing disorder. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stefanie is joined by Professor Dominic Hegarty who is a Consultant in Pain Management & Neuromodulation at Mater Private Network in Cork. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network offers a unique Spine Care provided by our highly specialised, multidisciplinary Spine Care team including spine surgeons, physiotherapists, pain management specialists, and Clinical Nurse Specialists. The Spine Care service is available in Dublin, Cork and Limerick. Learn more https://bit.ly/3CURFqe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another one from the archives! This week, we look back to September 2020 when Stefanie spoke with Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald. They discuss things like, what’s it like to be a woman in Irish politics? What would a United Ireland look like? Is it her job to find problems with how the Government does things? And what is the story with Sinn Fein and the IRA? You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Luke O'Neill is back to chat with Stefanie about what's new in science. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. HealthCheck at Mater Private is one of the best ways to get a detailed snapshot of your health. Visit healthcheck.ie to make an appointment and find out more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is joined by Dr. Rahim Khan, Consultant Gastroenterologist at The Mater Private. Stefanie and Dr. Khan discuss everything from colonoscopies to how regular your bowel movements should be. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. Mater Private Network Emergency Departments in Dublin and Cork provide fast access to care when it’s needed most. Led by emergency medicine consultants, Mater Private Network’s Emergency Department is fully integrated with all other hospital services, which means that if patients need tests, scans, additional consultations with other specialists, or to be admitted into the hospital, this can happen without unnecessary delay. Learn more https://bit.ly/3JF3DrG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is joined by fan favourite Robert Whelan, Managing Director at Rockwell Financial. Robert covers the cost of being single, family finances & answers all of your questions. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. Mater Private Network Emergency Departments in Dublin and Cork provide fast access to care when it’s needed most. Led by emergency medicine consultants, Mater Private Network’s Emergency Department is fully integrated with all other hospital services, which means that if patients need tests, scans, additional consultations with other specialists, or to be admitted into the hospital, this can happen without unnecessary delay. Learn more https://bit.ly/3JF3DrG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Luke O'Neill returns once again with the latest news in science and answers to your questions. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. You can receive a free consultation with Rockwell Financial by mentioning Basically when booking in. Mater Private Network in Dublin provides Urgent Cardiac Care services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and is the only private hospital in Ireland to do so. This service is available to walk-in patients, with or without GP referrals. Learn more https://bit.ly/3r8zWcd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The show that takes news stories and makes sense of them, Basically. Episode 1 coming soon! Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and and our music is from Only Ruin.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stefanie tracked down Professor Luke O'Neill to answer her questions about Coronavirus.  What the hell is it? Why is it worse than flu? When can we come out of our house again? And will there ever be a vaccine? Starting at day dot of Covid19 31/12/2019 and taking us right up to predictions for the future Stefanie asks Luke all the questions you need answers to during an unexpected pandemic - or was it unexpected? Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode Stefanie talks to Lorcan Nyhan about the roadmap the Irish Government released last week for reopening the country. We want to find out when we can do things again. When can we visit our relatives in other counties, when can our friends have their wedding, when will anyone go to a nightclub again, when can we get brunch with our partners, will we ever get a sun holiday again? Is there any way back to the old normal?  Lorcan is the head of training at the communications clinic - and is the perfect person to make sense of a lengthy document with graphs and tables.  Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and and our music is from Only Ruin.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode Stefanie speaks to confined rights expert Conor Pope about whether people’s rights to refunds and compensation regarding air and sea travel have changed because of the pandemic . Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and and our music is from Only Ruin.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To break down some of the misconceptions around being a TV presenter Stefanie talks to Ryan Tubridy. She asks The Late Late Show host about who chooses guests, and which questions to ask, what it's like backstage, whether he wears makeup and how many Danish pastries it takes to make an episode of the long running chat show.  Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and and our music is from Only Ruin.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode Stefanie talks to political correspondent Gavan Reilly. It’s the first in a series of episodes that will explain Irish politics from the beginning. What is difference between Fianna Fail, Fine Gael and Sinn Fein? Where did it all begin? Once we know that we can continue each week to work out where we are going. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode Stefanie talks to Nate Richert - the man who has set the standard for boyfriends for any girl raised in the 90s watching Sabrina the Teenage Witch. For years, Nate played the character of Harvey Kinkle and in this episode he tells all about the life of a child actor, the slap on the door when the script was delivered and being allowed to keep his monster teeth. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the podcast this week, Stefanie answers your questions. She answers questions about her screenwriting career, women in positions of power, government vs public responsibility, wearing make up, funny moments since the lock down, friendships, and more. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Stefanie talks to Ciara Doorley from Hachette Ireland. Ciara is the editor and publisher who helped bring Stefanie's books into the world. So she answers questions about how to get published, whether aspiring writers should quit their day jobs, how much you might get in an advance, how difficult it is to write a book and many other aspects of publishing that people often overlook. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stefanie talks to Gavan Reilly, again. The previous episode could be called Politics 101, this is not Politics 102 (which we'll do later), this is more like Politics 2020. They try to make politics more accessible. This episode explains what is is happening at the moment, why we don't have a government yet, and when we might have one. Along with the issues at play and how they might be worked through. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode Stefanie talks to Ellie Kisyombe about Direct Provision, how it could be managed and how Ireland could be doing better. They talk about the Irish implications and responsibility and reaction to the Black Lives Matter movement. Does Ireland have a problem with racism? If so, is it in the police force? Is it systemic? Ellie Kisyombe lived in Direct Provision for many years, she is now an Irish citizen and she is an activist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode Stefanie talks to personal finance genius Eoin McGee. Eoin takes a lot of the fear and panic out of money, taxes, savings and all of that stuff. Stefanie asks questions, including some of yours, about taxes, Covid refunds, PUP, pensions, mortgages, first time buyers. Eoin is the author of the most popular personal finance book in the country, which you can get here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode Stefanie talks to Lorcan Nyhan from the Communications Clinic about interview skills and CV preparation. Do you really need to edit your CV for every company you send it to? Should you dress up for a Zoom interview? And should Helen of Troy use the story of a Trojan Horse when applying for a job?  Tune in for these answers and ones you might actually want the answers to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stefanie talks to immunologist Luke O'Neill again to get an update on where we are now with Covid-19. What's the latest on a vaccine or a treatment? Should we be wearing masks? Should the pubs reopen? The schools? What's the latest advice? And what stage are we at, and how have things changed with the virus? What happened in Melbourne and Israel? How does this pandemic compare to the 1918 flu? Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode is sponsored by The UX Design Institute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is the Covid Tracker App tracking humans? What should we do if it tells us we've been in contact with someone who has been diagnosed with Covid-19? What does Google and Apple have to do with this? Is the app useful if you don't put in your name or other details? What else can the HSE use your information for? Will the government have too much information on you? Who is the app targeted at? What happens if you tell the app you're not feeling well? Will the app work when we go abroad? Why is it not available to under 16s? Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode is sponsored by The UX Design Institute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie talks to David Fanagan about funerals. What are the first things to do if you find someone close to you dead? What are the first choices you have to make? What are the differences between an undertaker, a funeral director, a funeral home, etc.? In what order do things happen? What is embalming and how does it work? Who chooses the coffin and how much does it cost? What about grave plots? Cremation? Following the hearse on a long journey? There's loads in this episode, heart-warming as well as heart-breaking moments, lots of information, and it's not all doom and gloom, there are a few laughs along the way. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode is sponsored by The UX Design Institute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode Stefanie chats to the Taoiseach and Fianna Fail Leader Micheál Martin. They discuss whether Fianna Fail is a train or a taxi, how party politics is giving way to campaign politics and how Fianna Fail would pitch itself to younger members looking to get involved with a party. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode is sponsored by The UX Design Institute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a mailbag this week and Stefanie answers your questions. There are questions about things like change, alternative careers, adventures and holiday destinations, Covid-19 restrictions and friendships during the pandemic and much more! Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode is sponsored by The UX Design Institute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode Stefanie talks to a close friend of hers who is a nurse, and will remain anonymous because she works in a private hospital but is generous with her time and insight. They talk about how things started to change in hospitals with the crisis, what was possible then, and what is possible now. This nurse herself contracted Covid-19 and talks in detail about what that is like, what the side affects are, and what persists afterwards. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode is sponsored by The UX Design Institute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices