The Two Norries Podcast
265 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago -The Two Norries Podcast is hosted by James Leonard & Timmy Long from north west Cork city and is themed around crime, mental health, addiction and social & health issues. Two Norries Podcast
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#191 The Best of the Two Norries Sports Personalities
January 27, 2024 12:00 - 57 minutes - 63.9 MB🙏 First and foremost, a massive THANK YOU to our amazing guests! 🌟 From thought-provoking conversations to heartwarming stories, you've brought your unique perspectives and experiences to our podcast, making it richer and more diverse with each episode. We're honored to have shared the mic with such inspiring individuals. Craig O'Brien Brian Lenihan Patsy Freyne Gearoid Morrissey Spike O' Sullivan Two Norries Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#190 The Two Norries Podcast - Best of Episode Part 2
January 20, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 98.3 MB🎙️ The Two Norries Podcast - Best of Episode Part 2! 🎉 We can hardly believe it, but here we are, celebrating the best moments from our incredible journey so far. As we dive into this special episode, we can't help but feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude for each and every one of you who has joined us on this wild ride. 🙏 First and foremost, a massive THANK YOU to our amazing guests! 🌟 From thought-provoking conversations to heartwarming stories, you've brought your unique perspective...
#189 The Two Norries Podcast - Best of Episode Part 1
January 13, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 74 MB🎙️ The Two Norries Podcast - Best of Episode Part 1! 🎉 We can hardly believe it, but here we are, celebrating the best moments from our incredible journey so far. As we dive into this special episode, we can't help but feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude for each and every one of you who has joined us on this wild ride. 🙏 First and foremost, a massive THANK YOU to our amazing guests! 🌟 From thought-provoking conversations to heartwarming stories, you've brought your unique perspective...
#188 The Two Norries Final Podcast
January 06, 2024 11:23 - 42 minutes - 52.7 MBIt's with mixed emotions that we welcome you to our final episode. From the first chat to now our final podcast has been an incredible journey, and it wouldn't have been the same without your support. In this farewell, we're diving into our favorite moments, Our reasons for finishing up, sharing behind-the-scenes stories, and reflecting on the journey. A massive shoutout to our phenomenal guests – your stories added magic to our podcast. Thank you for sharing your incredible journeys with...
#187 CiairĂn de Buis: The Chief Executive Officer of The Parole Board
December 23, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 142 MBCiarian de Buis is the Director of the Parole Board. Here we find out the function of the parole board, who makes it up and the process for release for life sentence prisoners. #186 with CiáirĂn de Buis, the CEO of The Parole Board. Join us on the Two Norries Podcast as we dive deep into the crucial role, dedicated individuals, and the intricate process behind parole decisions for life sentence prisoners. 🎙️⚖️ #2norriespodcast #TwoNorriesPodcast #ParoleBoard #crimeandjustice #prison #realst...
#186 The Open Prison Loughan House: Prison staff and Prisoners Part 2
December 16, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 196 MBExploring the unique world inside Loughan House Open Centre through interviews with three resilient inmates and dedicated staff to bring you an exclusive peek into the realities of this low-security, open detention center in Blacklion, County Cavan. #LoughanHouse #OpenPrison #2Norriespodcast Two Norries Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#186 The Open Prison Loughan House: Prison staff and Prisoners Part 1
December 16, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 196 MBPart 1 of Exploring the unique world inside Loughan House Open Centre through interviews with three resilient inmates and dedicated staff to bring you an exclusive peek into the realities of this low-security, open detention center in Blacklion, County Cavan. #LoughanHouse #OpenPrison #2Norriespodcast Two Norries Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#185 - Damien Hernon: The Director of Oberstown child detention campus
December 14, 2023 18:00 - 59 minutes - 135 MBNavigating the complexities of youth detention at Oberstown Children Detention Campus, led by Director Damien Hernon. Oberstown Children Detention Campus (Oberstown) is a national service that provides a safe and secure environment for young people remanded in custody or sentenced by the Courts for a period of detention Two Norries Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#184 Paula Kearney talks about life in Women's Prisons
December 09, 2023 18:00 - 44 minutes - 102 MBPaula Kearney talks about women in prison, from her lived, academic and professional experience. A big Thank you to Paula for joining us for this insightful Chat. Two Norries Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#183 Keith Kelly: The Victim Of A Violent Crime Talks about Living with the Trauma of what Happened
December 02, 2023 18:00 - 40 minutes - 92.6 MBIn this powerful YouTube series, join Keith Kelly as he opens up about his harrowing experience as a victim of a violent crime and the enduring impact it has had on his life. Years after the event, Keith courageously shares his journey of healing, resilience, and self-discovery. Help us help others by joining our Patreon... Why not become a Patron of the Two Norries to help us help you and others? We're always happy to receive donations which all go towards bills, production costs, mainten...
#182 Frank Buttimer: A High Profile Defense Solicitor
November 25, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 196 MBFrank Buttimer is a high profile defence solicitor who speaks to us about some of his more higher profile cases including the Ian Bailey, Fred Flannery and Wayne O’Donoghue cases. https://www.frankbuttimer.com/ Help us help others by joining our Patreon... Why not become a Patron of the Two Norries to help us help you and others? We're always happy to receive donations which all go towards bills, production costs, maintenance and everything else it takes to keep the podcast alive. Donati...
#181 Darren Wallace: A Raw Conversation on Murder and Transformation
November 18, 2023 18:00 - 51 minutes - 118 MBDarren Wallace finished a life sentence, 20 years. He now lives and works back home in Limerick after educating himself. Interesting conversation on a tough topic, murder. Help us help others by joining our Patreon... Why not become a Patron of the Two Norries to help us help you and others? We're always happy to receive donations which all go towards bills, production costs, maintenance and everything else it takes to keep the podcast alive. Donations can be as little as €1 or as much as...
#180 Helen McEntee: The Minster For Justice
November 10, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 149 MB🔍 Helen McEntee, Minister for Justice joins us to discuss a diverse ranges of topics for the launch of our new crime and justice series. 🎙️✨ #CrimeAndJustice #HelenMcEntee #TwoNorries Help us help others by joining our Patreon... Why not become a Patron of the Two Norries to help us help you and others? We're always happy to receive donations which all go towards bills, production costs, maintenance and everything else it takes to keep the podcast alive. Donations can be as little as €1...
#179 Nedaa Yousef: International Law And Human Rights PHD Student From the West Bank Speaks Out About Israeli–Palestinian Conflict
November 04, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 1.38 GBNedaa Yousef: International Law And Human Rights PHD Student From The West Bank Speaks Out About Israeli–Palestinian Conflict Nedaa Yousef, an international law and human rights PhD student from the West Bank, discusses the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. She brings a valuable perspective to the ongoing issues in the region, addressing the complex dynamics, historical context, and the legal aspects of the conflict. Through her research and advocacy work, Nedaa contributes to a deeper understa...
#178 Burkie and his father David burke: Dealing with loss through music
October 27, 2023 23:00 - 26 minutes - 594 MBAt just 15 years old, Aidan Burke professionally known as 'Burkie', hailing from Bandon, Ireland, is making waves as a hip-hop artist with a purpose. Burkie's music is deeply rooted in his personal experiences. In 2022 while his mother was in the ICU in CUH, the loss of a close friend to suicide inspired him to write this track. As a heartfelt tribute to the loss of his friend, RĂan De BrĂşn, "We Ain't Mad at Ya" was released on his 1st year anniversary. Recorded at M.5 sound studio with ...
#177 - Mary Beary's Heartfelt Journey: Coping with the Loss of my Son to Addiction
October 20, 2023 23:00 - 58 minutes - 1.25 GBMary Beary shares her heartfelt story on the Two Norries podcast. She opens up about her painful journey of losing her son to addiction and how she coped with this devastating loss. Mary talks about the challenges she faced and the emotional rollercoaster of watching her sons battle with addiction. She shares her experiences, the pain of seeing her son suffer, and the various attempts to help him overcome his addiction. Despite her best efforts, Mary eventually had to face the heartbreakin...
#176 Lisa Whitehouse the Horrors of Medical Tourism
October 13, 2023 23:00 - 36 minutes - 67.8 MBA fellow Norrie, living in Knocknaheeny talks to James and Timmy on her experience of travelling to Istanbul In Turkey for cosmetic procedures. Lisa tells us about her painful, horrifying experience of undergoing a Tummy Tuck, a Brazilian Butt Lift, 360 Liposuction and a Breast Lift. After having emergency surgery due to complications, Lisa contracted Sepsis soon after she arrived home. Lisa is here to tell her story, experiences, create awareness and discuss her long healing journey to r...
#175 Frank Hogan talks about years of addiction, Prison and where he is now in life
October 06, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBOn this week's podcast James and Timmy are joined by Needle exchange worker Frank Horgan. Frank talks to us about growing up in the 70s getting involved in crime at a young age, with his first conviction at 9 years old. He discusses his history of substance misuse, prison sentence and his journey to recovery. Frank is now on the front line, supporting people in the hidden areas of our City, gain access to services required. He also plays a vital role in keeping the street safe and clear fr...
#175 Frank Horgan talks about years of addiction, Prison and where he is now in life
October 06, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBOn this week's podcast James and Timmy are joined by Needle exchange worker Frank Horgan. Frank talks to us about growing up in the 70s getting involved in crime at a young age, with his first conviction at 9 years old. He discusses his history of substance misuse, prison sentence and his journey to recovery. Frank is now on the front line, supporting people in the hidden areas of our City, gain access to services required. He also plays a vital role in keeping the street safe and clear fr...
#174 Leah Punch inspirational 11 stone weight loss journey
October 02, 2023 12:06 - 56 minutes - 43.4 MBLeah sits down and talks with Timmy and James and opened up about overcoming postnatal depression and her inspirational 11-stone weight loss journey with the hopes of helping women in similar situations. At 22-years-old, Leah Punch found out she was 26 weeks pregnant. At 17 stone and suffering from diabetes Leah had serious complications during her boy Shaye's birth. After the birth Leah gained 6 stone and developed severe depression. She knew she had to make some life saving changes.. Lis...
#173 Mary Beth O'Connor From Junkie to Judge
September 22, 2023 23:00 - 51 minutes - 95.6 MBMary Beth sits down and talks openly about literally going from Junkie to Judge. Hear her story about childhood abuse and other traumas led to substance use disorder and addiction. Beginning with alcohol at age 12, she spent several years abusing various drugs. She found methamphetamine at 16 and started shooting up at 17. Mary Beth struggled with meth until she was 32 years old. Hear in depth on the path she took to turn her life around and become a Judge and a best selling author. For ...
#172 Trauma informed schools with Dave Cashman Principal at South Lee ETNS and Employment Based PhD Scholar at UCC School of Education
September 15, 2023 23:00 - 56 minutes - 106 MBDavid, who is a native of Blackrock, Cork, comes to South Lee Educate Together National School from Sundays Well Boys National School, where he has been Principal since 2015. Previous to this David held the Deputy Principal position. Dave has developed The WellSchools Network as part of his PhD in UCC. The WellSchools Network is a national organization established as a spin out company of University College Cork School of Education in 2023 to develop, implement and research programs/traini...
#171 Clinical Psychologist Hannah Courtauld explains MDMA assisted therapy.
September 01, 2023 23:00 - 55 minutes - 102 MBHannah Courtauld is a registered clinical psychologist and holds a Bachelor of Arts with First Class Honours in Psychology from The University of Western Australia and a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology from Curtin University. Hannah has worked as a Clinical Psychologist in the UK for the NHS, where she was trained to assess autism using the ADOS-2. Hannah talks to James and Timmy about the developments in Australia around clinical psychology and the use of MDMA in psychotherapy. Di...
#167 Hannah Courtauld talks about clinical psychology and Psilocybin
September 01, 2023 23:00 - 55 minutes - 102 MBHannah Courtauld is a registered clinical psychologist and holds a Bachelor of Arts with First Class Honours in Psychology from The University of Western Australia and a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology from Curtin University. Hannah has worked as a Clinical Psychologist in the UK for the NHS, where she was trained to assess autism using the ADOS-2. Hannah talks to James and Timmy about the developments in Australia around clinical psychology and the use of Psilocybin among other top...
#170 The Two Norries Live with Fr Peter McVerry on homelessness
August 25, 2023 23:00 - 36 minutes - 68.4 MBThis is taken from the Two Norries Live Podcast Tour and recorded on the 21st May 2023 at the well known Sugar Club in Dublin. James and Timmy had the pleasure of speaking with Fr Peter McVerry who is an Irish Roman Catholic priest and founder of the Peter McVerry Trust, notable for battling homelessness in Ireland. Hear his story of how he began his trust and since then he has helped helped more than 3,600 homeless people in Dublin alone and In 2022, the charity worked with over 12,000 pe...
The Two Norries Live with Fr Peter McVerry on homelessness
August 25, 2023 23:00 - 36 minutes - 68.4 MBThis is taken from the Two Norries Live Podcast Tour and recorded on the 21st May 2023 at the well known Sugar Club in Dublin. James and Timmy had the pleasure of speaking with Fr Peter McVerry who is an Irish Roman Catholic priest and founder of the Peter McVerry Trust, notable for battling homelessness in Ireland. Hear his story of how he began his trust and since then he has helped helped more than 3,600 homeless people in Dublin alone and In 2022, the charity worked with over 12,000 pe...
#166 Dr Niall Campbell talks Psychedelics use in Psychotherapy
August 18, 2023 23:00 - 57 minutes - 107 MBJames and Timmy sit down and talk openly with Dr Niall Campbell a Psychotherapist and also a presenter of his own podcast called Mind Manifest.  Hear what he has to say about the science of psychedelics and their use in Psychotherapy. Quality information pertaining to the most exciting developments in psychedelia in and around the areas of; Mental Health Creativity enhancement Policy Find out more - https://www.mindmanifestpodcast.com Help us help others by joining our Patreon... ...
#169 Dr Niall Campbell talks psychotherapy and hypnosis.
August 18, 2023 23:00 - 57 minutes - 107 MBJames and Timmy sit down and talk openly with Dr Niall Campbell a Psychotherapist and also a presenter of his own podcast called Mind Manifest.  Hear what he has to say about the science of psychedelics and their use in Psychotherapy. Quality information pertaining to the most exciting developments in psychedelia in and around the areas of; Mental Health Creativity enhancement Policy Find out more - https://www.mindmanifestpodcast.com Help us help others by joining our Patreon... ...
The Two Norries Live with Shane Carthy on Mental Health and Depression
August 11, 2023 23:00 - 36 minutes - 67.5 MBThis is taken from the Two Norries Live Podcast Tour and recorded on the 21st May 2023 at the well known Sugar Club in Dublin. James and Timmy had the pleasure of speaking with Shane Carthy a well known Dublin Gaelic Footballer and also a public speaker and advocate for mental health awareness. He is also the author of the book 'Dark Blue', Carthy recounts his struggles with mental health, from confiding to then-under-21 boss Dessie Farrell, to considering suicide, to being admitted to S...
#168 The Two Norries Live with Shane Carthy on Mental Health and Depression
August 11, 2023 23:00 - 36 minutes - 67.5 MBThis is taken from the Two Norries Live Podcast Tour and recorded on the 21st May 2023 at the well known Sugar Club in Dublin. James and Timmy had the pleasure of speaking with Shane Carthy a well known Dublin Gaelic Footballer and also a public speaker and advocate for mental health awareness. He is also the author of the book 'Dark Blue', Carthy recounts his struggles with mental health, from confiding to then-under-21 boss Dessie Farrell, to considering suicide, to being admitted to S...
Jimmy Barry Murphy - Cork Opera House 25th March 2023
August 04, 2023 23:00 - 18 minutes - 14.3 MBJimmy Barry-Murphy was the obvious guest for our Cork Opera House show said James and Timmy when asked. Timmy said It’s very seldom that Barry-Murphy sits down for an interview of any sort, and for Long, the opportunity to speak with an athlete of his stature at the Opera House represents a milestone for the show. Jimmy Barry Murphy is a Cork legend. He's been on everybody's tongue for decades, y'know, between being a player and a manager, and he's somebody that's not in the public eye v...
#167 Jimmy Barry Murphy - Cork Opera House 25th March 2023
August 04, 2023 23:00 - 18 minutes - 14.3 MBJimmy Barry-Murphy was the obvious guest for our Cork Opera House show said James and Timmy when asked. Timmy said It’s very seldom that Barry-Murphy sits down for an interview of any sort, and for Long, the opportunity to speak with an athlete of his stature at the Opera House represents a milestone for the show. Jimmy Barry Murphy is a Cork legend. He's been on everybody's tongue for decades, y'know, between being a player and a manager, and he's somebody that's not in the public eye v...
#166 Shane Casey - Cork Opera House 25th March 2023
August 04, 2023 23:00 - 43 minutes - 80.8 MBAged 21, Casey decided to give up his position as an apprentice painter/decorator and become an actor. Casey appeared in 2006 in The Wind That Shakes The Barley. His major breakthrough came in 2016, playing Billy Murphy in the film the Young Offenders. Shane talks to James and Timmy about his early life, his career, his struggles and where he is at now. Help us help others by joining our Patreon... Why not become a Patron of the Two Norries to help us help you and others? We're always h...
Shane Casey - Cork Opera House 25th March 2023
August 04, 2023 23:00 - 43 minutes - 80.8 MBAged 21, Casey decided to give up his position as an apprentice painter/decorator and become an actor. Casey appeared in 2006 in The Wind That Shakes The Barley. His major breakthrough came in 2016, playing Billy Murphy in the film the Young Offenders. Shane talks to James and Timmy about his early life, his career, his struggles and where he is at now. Help us help others by joining our Patreon... Why not become a Patron of the Two Norries to help us help you and others? We're always h...
#165 Brian O Donovan talks addiction and recovery
July 28, 2023 23:00 - 56 minutes - 105 MBBrian o Donovan is from limerick city and has spent much of his life living in addiction and in and out of prison. He has also suffered with depression and has been diagnosed with bipolar and ADHD. He now live a sober and drug free live and is a home owner. He also works in the area of social care giving back to his community and helping those who he can relate to because of his past experiences. Help us help others by joining our Patreon... Why not become a Patron of the Two Norries to...
#164 Gwen Harris of MABS talks financial wellbeing
July 21, 2023 23:00 - 52 minutes - 98.5 MBGwen Harris the regional manager of MABS The Money Advice and Budgeting Service sits down and talks financial wellbeing with James and Timmy. Gwen has over 25 years of experience in client and community advocacy and education roles and is the perfect person to discuss the importance of financial wellbeing. More information on MABS - https://mabs.ie/ Help us help others by joining our Patreon... Why not become a Patron of the Two Norries to help us help you and others? We're always happy...
Sinead Crowther Episode #163 talks with James and Timmy about her struggles and overcoming these to found a company
July 14, 2023 23:00 - 49 minutes - 91.3 MBSinéad Crowther one of the founders of Soothing Solutions sits down and talks with James and Timmy about her life before founding the revolutionary company. She talks about being a recently divorced mum, raising children, depression and anxiety. Having two jobs while doing a degree, the accident with her two year old son and how her life changed to where she is now. Help us help others by joining our Patreon... Why not become a Patron of the Two Norries to help us help you and others? We'...
#163 Sinead Crowther talks with James and Timmy about overcoming personal struggles to become a successful entrepreneur.
July 14, 2023 23:00 - 49 minutes - 91.3 MBSinéad Crowther one of the founders of Soothing Solutions sits down and talks with James and Timmy about her life before founding the revolutionary company. She talks about being a recently divorced mum, raising children, depression and anxiety. Having two jobs while doing a degree, the accident with her two year old son and how her life changed to where she is now. Help us help others by joining our Patreon... Why not become a Patron of the Two Norries to help us help you and others? We'...
#162 Graham McCormack on going from Drink and Drugs to Pro Boxing
July 07, 2023 23:00 - 44 minutes - 83.1 MBGraham talks with James and Timmy about how he nearly ended it all. He thought he would amount to nothing ending up in prison and drink and drugs ruled his life and now he is a Pro Boxer. This is the remarkable story of Celtic middleweight champion Graham McCormack and how he has turned his life around and how he is doing now. Help us help others by joining our Patreon... Why not become a Patron of the Two Norries to help us help you and others? We're always happy to receive donations wh...
#161 Sinead Kane overcoming adversity to achieve great things
June 30, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 129 MBDr. Sinead Kane is a keynote speaker on the topics of: resilience, mindset and teamwork. Sinead talks with James and Timmy about her condition and challenges she has faced and how she has never stopped to overcoming adversity to achieve great things. Sinead only has 5% vision and is registered as legally blind. She has two PhD’s, is a qualified lawyer and lectures on the topics of disability law and policy. She is also an athlete who has competed and represented Ireland at ultra-distances...
#160 Brian Pennie talks about his addiction and early life and where he is now
June 23, 2023 23:00 - 52 minutes - 97.7 MBBrian sits down and talks with James and Timmy about how Addiction nearly killed him. How he turned it all around. With a newfound love of learning, he embraced a second chance at life and went to university to study the complexities of human behaviour. More information on Brian at https://www.brianpennie.com/ Help us help others by joining our Patreon... Why not become a Patron of the Two Norries to help us help you and others? We're always happy to receive donations which all go to...
#159 Fabulous Pharmacist Laura Dowling talks about her early life and career as a Pharmacist
June 16, 2023 23:00 - 55 minutes - 103 MBLaura Dowling CEO & founder of fabuwellness, a Pharmacist, and public figure. Laura is a Pharmacist who loves to talk to interesting people about their unique life and work experiences. She sits down with James and Timmy to talk about her life, being a pharmacist and shares her knowledge on how prescription medication works and the pros and cons. Also an insight into the Pharmacists view on addiction. See @fabulouspharmacist on instagram for more information. Help us help others by join...
#159 Laura Dowling talks about her early life and career as a Pharmacist
June 16, 2023 23:00 - 55 minutes - 103 MBLaura Dowling CEO & founder of fabuwellness, a Pharmacist, and public figure. Laura is a Pharmacist who loves to talk to interesting people about their unique life and work experiences. She sits down with James and Timmy to talk about her life, being a pharmacist and shares her knowledge on how prescription medication works and the pros and cons. Also an insight into the Pharmacists view on addiction. See @fabulouspharmacist on instagram for more information. Help us help others by join...
#158 Roslyn O’Callaghan Former Defence Forces member talks about her rape by senior NCO
June 09, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 118 MBRoslyn O'Callaghan talks to Timmy and James about being raped as a 21-year-old private by a senior NCO. Roslyn also talks about how it was handled after in what she described as a "flawed" investigation, how her mental health suffered and not knowing she was diagnosed with PTSD among so much more. She has some inspiring words throughout the podcast. Roslyn O’Callaghan, a member of the Women of Honour campaign to find out more visit the links below. Twitter https://twitter.com/womenofho...
#157 John Connors talks about his upbringing and challenges
June 02, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 150 MBJohn Connors talks to James and Timmy about his earlier years as a child growing up in Darndale Estate in Dublin, his family life and earlier memories of his father. John Connors is an Irish Traveller actor, screenwriter, and documentary filmmaker and playwright best known for his role as Patrick Ward in the Irish crime drama series Love/Hate, for which he was nominated for best-supporting actor at the 2016 Irish film and television awards, and for Cardboard Gangsters, for which he won Bes...
#156 Terrence Power from Talking Bollox Podcast Opens Up
May 26, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 115 MBTerrence Power who is one half of the Talking Bollox Podcast where two lads sit around and do what they do best and 'Talk Bollox' This time with us Terrence is on the other side of the table being interviewed about his early childhood growing up in the flats of North Inner City Dublin. The loss of his father, hunger, poverty and addiction. He tells how he is coping through recovery now and how he got away from that life of addiction. Help us help others by joining our Patreon... Why n...
#155 Gary Skyner's remarkable life story and being a Thalidomide survivor
May 19, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 118 MBGary who is from Toxteth, was one of the first British born people to be affected by the Thalidomide medical disaster of the 1950s and 60s. Thalidomide was a medication given to women to treat morning sickness, that resulted in thousands of children across the world being born with disabilities; many dying soon after birth or early in life. Gary, now aged 62, was told he would be lucky to live until he was 30. Listen to Gary tell James and Timmy his story and also how he has overcome unim...
#154 Nicola Tallant speaks about journalism in the World of Crime!
May 12, 2023 23:00 - 56 minutes - 104 MBWe speak to Nicola Tallant who speaks openly about being a Journalist in the world of crime. Tallant is Investigations Editor at the Sunday World specialising in organised crime. She has also been awarded Irish Crime Journalist of the Year three times. Listen to what she has to say about her career to date and the stories she's investigated. Recorded live in 2021 at Elizabeth Forth on Barrack Street, Cork City with the Everyman Palace as part of their outdoor events. Help us help ot...
#153 Olivia Harte opens up about teen pregnancy, addiction and 3 year court battle for daughter Jane
May 05, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 126 MBOlivia Harte a friend of ours opens up to us about her teen pregnancy, her battles with addiction and how she overcame them. Olivia also talks about her 3 year court battle for her daughter Jane. This story is a real honest 'Harte to Harte' A huge thank you to Olivia for joining us this week to tell her story! Help us help others by joining our Patreon... Why not become a Patron of the Two Norries to help us help you and others? We're always happy to receive donations which all go toward...
#152 Glen Mc Carthy a fellow northsider also in recovery and author of the book "Me Myself and Eye"
April 28, 2023 23:00 - 55 minutes - 103 MBIn this podcast we chat to northside man Glen Mc Carthy who gives his story about addiction and recovery. In this episode you will hear descriptions of what it is like to be in drug induced psychosis and the long term affects drug addiction can have on the brain. A huge thank you to Glen for joining us this week to tell his story! Also Glen's book here so check it out - https://paulmccarthy.io/book-me-myself-and-eye/ Help us help others by joining our Patreon... Why not become a Patro...