Welcome back to Make Your Mark, the podcast where we cut through the noise and talk honestly about weight loss, health, and the stuff people don’t always say out loud.

This week, I’m kicking things off by diving into what I genuinely believe is the biggest Mounjaro myth going right now. It’s something I keep seeing and hearing, and I think it’s time we actually unpack it properly.

I then take a look at a widely shared article featuring Oprah Winfrey and her experience using weight loss medication. It’s been talked about everywhere, but I want to share my take on what she said and why I think it matters.

After that, I’m joined by this week’s guest, Paul. Paul has been on his own weight loss medication journey for some time and moved over to Wegovy four months ago. I can’t wait to hear how he’s been finding it, what’s surprised him, and what the reality has been like so far.

And to finish the episode, we listen to a video from Dr Richie Kirwan on Instagram, where he talks about the truth behind ultra processed food. I wasn’t expecting his take at all, but after listening, it completely clicked and gave me a lot to think about.

So let’s get into it. This is Episode 5 of Make Your Mark.

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In this episode of Make Your Mark, I focus on the often-ignored mental and emotional side of weight gain and obesity. I talk about why understanding the reasons behind long-term weight struggles matters for sustainable change, and why I have started working with a psychotherapist to address this.

I am also joined by Killian, who appeared on Operation Transformation over ten years ago and has successfully maintained his weight loss. We chat about what has worked for him, his love of running, and staying active long term.

I then share my thoughts on an Irish Times article on weight loss medication that I partly disagree with, followed by a discussion on hair loss and rapid weight loss, referencing a video by Dr Amir Khan.

This episode is about balance, mindset, and approaching weight loss in a way that supports both mental and physical health.

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TIKTOK: @markmyrecovery

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FACEBOOK: /markswellness

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For more videos from Dr Amir Khan:
Instagram: @doctoramirkhan

Irish Times Article by Rosemary Mac Cabe:

https://www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2026/01/04/using-mounjaro-the-urgency-is-gone-from-my-eating-but-so-is-the-joy/

Welcome to episode three of Make Your Mark.

This week, I’m starting by talking about my old all or nothing approach to dieting. How that mindset kept me stuck for years, and how it’s finally changed with the help of Mounjaro.

I’ll then be discussing recent news from Ireland, where the HSE has said that Mounjaro is not considered value for money and won’t be offered to people who need it. We’ll look at what that means, and the wider conversation around access to weight loss medication.

After that, I’m joined by Paul, who shares his weight loss journey online. He opens up about a particularly difficult experience he’s been through recently and how it’s affected him both mentally and physically.

And finally, I’ll be talking about an Instagram video that breaks down whether you should be doing cardio before or after weights, and what actually makes the most sense.

A great episode ahead. Let’s get started.

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TIKTOK: @markmyrecovery

INSTAGRAM: @markfearo

FACEBOOK: /markswellness

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TIKTOK & Instagram: @trainbloom