On this episode of The Triple Effect, I’m joined by one of Ireland’s most fearless and funniest voices, comedian, writer, and podcast host Emma Doran.

Emma’s journey into comedy began in the most unexpected way, during maternity leave! Which was a piece of cake compared to having her first child a week before the Leaving Cert. She has become a powerhouse in the Irish comedy scene, from co-starring in LOL: Last One Laughing Ireland and No Worries If Not, to publishing her bestselling memoir Mad Isn’t It. Emma brings raw honesty, sharp wit, and a healthy dose of chaos to everything she does.

In our conversation, we explore how a teacher planted the seed of confidence, how she built a career from scratch, and navigated the early days of her dream and encountering fans during her day job as kitchen porter. We also dive into motherhood, ambition, resilience, and what it really takes to make it on your own terms.

It’s honest, hilarious, and full of heart. You can keep up to date with Emma and find tickets to her upcoming tour Emmaculate HERE

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In this episode, I had the privilege of speaking with Caroline Foran, best-selling author, podcaster, and content creator. She's also a wonderful friend, mother, and wife.

I've known Caroline for years through work events and occasions, and she's always someone I'm genuinely thrilled to see. There’s no facade with her, she’s honest, open, and incredibly generous with the wisdom she’s gathered through her deep research into anxiety, and from interviewing incredible minds on her chart topping podcast, Owning It: The Anxiety Podcast

Caroline shares so much of her life through her writing and Instagram, from mental health and beauty, to interiors and parenting. If you’ve ever struggled with your mental health, especially with anxiety, this conversation will truly resonate with you.

Please note: this episode contains discussions of mental health, including anxiety, panic attacks, and suicidal ideation. Please take care while listening, and check the show notes for links to mental health support and resources.

All links and references are included below.

Mental Health Services: Link here

Books, authors and interviews mentioned by Caroline:

• Thrive by Arianna Huffington
• The Rules Of Life by Richard Templar
• Interview with Dr. Vanessa LaPoint on Owning It: The Anxiety Podcast

Caroline Foran's books:

• Owning It
• Naked
• The Confidence Kit

Quote by Zig Ziglar:

"Survival To Stability,

Stability to Success,

Success to Significance."

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In this episode of The Triple Effect, skin expert Jennifer Rock, AKA The Skin Nerd, talks about the difficulties she faced as a pregnant 18 year old about to take on the Leaving Cert, but how one teacher changed everything for her. She also speaks about how losing the deposit for her house on a bad business investment taught her some of the best lessons in life and that she has no time for bullshit anymore!

This is a really raw conversation about real life and how Jennifer proved all her naysayers wrong by becoming one of the most successful skin experts and business owners in the country.

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