Change the Conversation

We sat down for a chat with Yemi Adenuga, a Nigerian-Irish community leader and social justice advocate who, in 2019, became the first elected black female public representative in Ireland. We spoke to Yemi about the challenges that come with being a ‘first’ in any case, and the specific issues she faces as a public figure, such as trolling and abuse. We also talked about family values and what it was like to invite the viewers of GoggleBox Ireland into her home. You can find out more about Yemi and connect with her on YemiAdenuga.com Find more resources and information for building better relationships with yourself and others at daraandco.com.

We sat down for a chat with Dympna Little, better known by her online handle @dimplestilskin, about how she deals with internet fame, her tendency to take things to extremes and her experience with post-natal depression. You can join Dympna’s legions of followers @dimplestilskin on TikTok and Instagram. Find more resources and information for building a better life on daraandco.com. CONTENT NOTE: This episode contains references to depression and suicidal ideation.

In this wide-ranging discussion with The Dead Rabbit co-founder Jack McGarry, we follow his journey through the shock of being unfulfilled after achieving a dream, the issues and identity crisis that followed, and his renewed love of life as an internationally renowned – and sober – publican. You can check out The Dead Rabbit if you ever find yourself in New York and you can follow their updates @thedeadrabbitpub on Instagram. Find more resources and information for building a better life on daraandco.com.

Chip Somers, a psychotherapist, addiction expert and podcaster, explains the difference between excess and addiction and takes us through the tough steps on the road to recovery. You can hear more from Chip on the Soberful podcast and in the Big Fish and Chip episodes of Spencer Matthews’ podcast, or check out ChipSomers.com. Find more resources and information for building a better life on daraandco.com.

Today, we’re talking about sex and why it’s good to talk with sex educator and intimacy specialist Grace Alice Ó Sé. Educate yourself further at GraceAlice.com and with Grace Alice’s masterclass on daraandco.com. You can also follow her @grace_alice_oshea on Instagram.

We sat down for a chat with Sam Stewart about the labels we give ourselves regarding sexuality and gender, why they feel so important, and how they can evolve. Find out more about Sam’s Collective and SamsCollective.com and @samscollective on Instagram, and check out their masterclass on coming out on daraandco.com.

Cyberpsychology researcher Dr Nicola Fox Hamilton shares what she has learned about how people behave in the world of online dating, and how this knowledge can be used to improve your experiences. Check out NicolaFoxHamilton.com to find Nicola’s audiobook, the Psychology of Online Behavior, and check out her masterclass on online dating on daraandco.com.

We speak to conflict coach and mediation specialist Davina Clements to get advice on how to manage conflict, rather than avoid it. You can find Davina on LinkedIn and @relationshipconflictsolutions on Instagram, or check out her website: RelationshipConflictResolution.co.uk. And you can find more resources and information at daraandco.com.

In this episode, Elaine sat down with life coach and personal development specialist Mark Fennell to discuss the journey of self-improvement. Find Mark @markfennell.ie on Instagram or at MarkFennell.ie, and check out his masterclass on confidence daraandco.com.

In this inaugural episode of Change the Conversation, host Elaine Burke speaks to dara & co CEO Naomh McElhatton about the platform, what it’s about and how her personal journey led her here.