In this unfiltered conversation with Cindy Gallop, we dive into the art of being unapologetically yourself - in life, work, sex, and love. Cindy opens up about personal branding rooted in radical honesty, the power of living by your own values, and why caring less about what others think is a pathway to freedom. We explore the joy of being single, her philosophy on dating younger men, and her wish to broaden the meaning of love. Cindy also pulls back the curtain on building MakeLoveNotPorn, the world’s first real-world, user-generated sex platform, and explains why the future of sex tech matters for connection, education, and destigmatisation. A masterclass in confidence, courage, and rewriting the rules.

In this episode, Susan sits down with Lucy O’Keeffe, Co-Founder and CEO of CroíValve - a medtech company developing next-generation solutions for tricuspid valve disease.

Lucy shares her founder journey and origin story: how she met her co-founders, why she left her role in ICON to step into the unfamiliar world of startups, and what it was like to navigate that leap.

She brings us through her fundraising journey, raising €50 million from a wide range of investors - what she learned, what surprised her, and her advice for other founders preparing to fundraise.

We also explore the power of sponsorship, the importance of having people advocate for you, and how critical her board of advisors has been to CroíValve’s growth. Lucy opens up about her leadership philosophy, hiring great people, and how she works to show up with presence and authenticity.

A must-listen for founders, future fundraisers, and anyone navigating leadership in the startup world.

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Sabina Brennan - leading neuroscientist, psychologist, and brain health expert, for a fascinating conversation about how to keep your brain thriving.

Sabina shares her inspiring personal journey, from going back to college at 42 to study psychology and neuroscience, to becoming one of Ireland’s foremost voices in brain health. We explore how the brain functions, the science behind manifesting, and what drives human behavior and personality.

We dive deep into the lifestyle factors that have a powerful impact on brain health — including exercise, diet, and sleep - and how simple, consistent habits can protect and even enhance brain function over time. We also discuss risk factors to our brain and what to avoid if we want to keep a healthy brain for as long as possible.

This episode is packed with science-based wisdom and practical advice to help you optimize your brain, unlock your potential, and live a healthier, more vibrant life.

In this episode, we sit down with Amy Neale, venture investor and champion of founders, to demystify the world of venture capital. Amy shares why she loves working with entrepreneurs so much and her own journey which led her to working in the investing and start up ecosystem. We talk about what makes a truly exceptional founder, the common mistakes to avoid when pitching, and how VC funds really work - including why they aren’t the right fit for every business. Amy also shares practical tips on raising capital, choosing the right investors, and crafting a powerful pitch deck. We explore the gender gap in funding, the need for more women in investing, and why now is such an exciting time to be building and investing in Ireland, especially with the rise of AI.

In this episode, international bestselling author Cecelia Ahern opens up about her journey from growing up in Dublin to becoming one of the world’s most beloved storytellers. Cecelia shares how daydreaming and imagination shaped her childhood and sparked her passion for writing, leading to her debut novel PS, I Love You - a story that not only touched millions but completely changed the course of her life.

She reflects on her whirlwind twenties, filled with travel, book tours, and writing more novels, and reveals her philosophy on life. From discipline and creativity, Cecelia gives a candid look at her writing process, her adventures in TV, and what she’s excited about next.

In this episode, Kel Galavan shares her personal journey with money – from getting into debt to taking on a no-spend year, and ultimately turning her finances (and her mindset) around. Packed with practical tips, we dive into how to reframe your relationship with money, build healthy financial habits, and start investing with confidence.

Kel breaks down the difference between affluence and wealth, the five best ways to build wealth in Ireland, and how to maximise the value of your pension. We also cover how to get started in the stock market, the types of funds available, and why money doesn’t have to be scary.

For so many women, financial empowerment isn’t something we were raised with – but this conversation is your toolkit to take control, start investing, and build long-term wealth for your future self.

Emma Maye’s story is one of courage, grit, and reinvention. From an early age, she faced the challenges of dyslexia and a difficult school experience, which taught her to persevere and find her own path. Later, after the sudden loss of her father, she stepped up to support her mother in managing his €1 billion property portfolio - navigating the pressures of NAMA and the immense stress that came with it.

Emma shares how grief impacted her, but also how she found strength on the other side - new ventures, building hundreds of homes, and buying and selling businesses. We also talk about advocating for yourself in male-dominated industries, learning to get out of your own way, and discovering the things that bring true joy, from music and sport to becoming a funeral celebrant.

This is an inspiring conversation about resilience, growth, and finding light through life’s toughest moments.

In this episode, Susan chats with Siobhán Lam, founder of April and the Bear, about her journey from growing up in a family of entrepreneurs to creating one of Ireland’s most-loved interiors brands. Siobhán shares how spotting a gap in the market led her to start her own business, the resilience it takes to keep going, and why reframing failure has been key to her success.

They explore the skills that have shaped her founder journey - creativity, determination, and the belief that you can do anything you put your mind to. Plus, Siobhán offers her tips for designing a room full of personality and style.