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Behind every face is a story that has the power to inspire, connect, and change the way we see the world. We Are The People is where those stories are told—stories of everyday lives, big dreams, challenges overcome, and the small moments that leave a lasting impact.
Through open and honest conversations, we explore what makes us human: resilience, kindness, determination, and hope. These are not just stories you’ll hear; they’re experiences you’ll feel.
We believe that when we share our stories, we inspire others to find their own strength. Together, we are the people.
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In this episode of We Are The People, Sinead Walsh takes us on a journey through their life — from growing up in Donabate with dreams of football and performing, to navigating school as a young queer person in a Catholic environment, and eventually finding their voice in journalism, activism, and stand-up comedy. Sinead opens up about the formative moments that shaped them: fainting at the sight of a vet’s stitches, writing cheeky songs in school, and the challenges of coming out as a teenage...
From childhood on horseback in Utah to years lost to addiction, Mindie’s story is one of resilience, recovery, and redemption. At just 14, she was introduced to meth, setting off a spiral that cost her her marriage, her children, and nearly her life. After countless stints in jail and a house raid that forced her to confront the truth, she made the brave choice to get sober — and has now celebrated over 16 years of recovery. In this deeply moving conversation, Mindie shares how honesty with h...
In this episode of We Are The People, Michael Spencer opens up about his journey from a childhood shaped by skiing in Park City and the pursuit of professional sports, to navigating family trauma, building resilience, and ultimately forging a career as a sports agent. Michael shares how coaching and supporting athletes became a way to provide the belief and encouragement he lacked growing up, leading to moments that reshaped the world of sport—like guiding Gus Kenworthy through one of the mos...
What happens when your dream career collapses overnight? Adam Brawer went from producing films with Oscar winners to watching projects fall apart, relationships break down, and life feel ‘catastrophic.’ In this episode, Adam shares how he rebuilt his life in an unexpected way — luxury real estate. From $50 million listings to cleansing homes of their energy with his ‘from staged to saged’ philosophy, Adam’s story is about resilience, integrity, and redefining legacy in the world we live...
In this deeply moving episode, Patricia shares her extraordinary journey from childhood abuse survivor to trauma-informed healer. Growing up as one of nine children in a Mormon household, she experienced severe abuse and was forced to give up her son for adoption at 16 through church influence. After years of traditional therapy with limited results, Patricia found profound healing through psychedelic medicines and shamanic practices. Today, she works as a trauma-informed coach helping others...
What if your biggest struggles became the foundation for something greater? Jamie Buttars' journey is one of resilience, redemption, and relentless drive. From dropping out of high school and battling addiction to building a coffee shop (Cache Coffee & More) that’s saving lives, Jamie has transformed his past into a force for good. In this episode, we dive into: ☕ How Jamie’s coffee shop became a safe haven for veterans and those struggling with mental health 💪 His powerful perspective on...
In this episode of We Are The People, we sit down with Neil O’Sullivan, co-founder of Nimbus and former footballer, to explore the highs and lows of his journey—from childhood struggles and professional reinvention to the pressures of entrepreneurship and the pursuit of true well-being. Neil shares his raw and honest reflections on overcoming bullying, battling imposter syndrome, and learning to manage anxiety in high-stakes environments. He also discusses the realities of running a wellness ...
In this episode of We Are The People, we sit down with Sarah Collins, a marketing expert, world traveler, and entrepreneur whose story is a testament to the power of stepping outside your comfort zone. From helping KFC crack the Irish market to building a thriving café business in her hometown, Sarah has embraced risk and serendipity to carve out a life filled with adventure and purpose. Join us as Sarah shares her journey through 51 countries, the lessons she’s learned about resilience, and ...
In this episode of We Are The People, we sit down with Damian Darker, a European kickboxing champion, dedicated coach, and proud father. Damian takes us through his journey, from childhood days inspired by Power Rangers and Chuck Norris to becoming a trailblazer in Irish kickboxing. He shares the discipline and respect instilled by traditional martial arts like Taekwondo, the highs and lows of competing on the world stage, and the sacrifices that come with being a fighter in an underfunded sp...
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, Emma Foran takes us on her journey of self-discovery, career transformation, and personal growth. From her early aspirations to be an actor to navigating unfulfilling corporate roles, Emma shares how she found her true calling in social care and her current role as an Employment Officer at Down Syndrome Ireland. Emma reflects on the invaluable lessons she learned growing up alongside her aunt, who has Down Syndrome, and how it shaped her compassionate...
Stepping out of our comfort zone is never easy, and I have great admiration for anyone that has stepped outside theirs to do something that they have been afraid of. James Michels is one such person. Growing up he was an introvert, who lived in his own world and was wary of letting people in. Today he is an author who has published 5 books, finding the confidence to share his inner universe with the world. Join us as James opens up about his pivotal moment of self-discovery. He shares his jou...
Growing up in a predominantly white neighborhood, Astrid faced a unique set of challenges that shaped her into the remarkable person she is today. She'll share her experiences of navigating the immense pressure to succeed imposed by her parents and the process of discovering her identity as the only black child in her school. But it's not just her cultural background that sets her apart; like any young person today, she's had to confront the typical struggles of adolescence. In this episode, ...
Today, we're joined by an incredible guest, Peter Ryan, a remarkable athlete who has conquered adversity and shattered barriers. Growing up, rural Tipperary was home for Peter. That meant sports and plenty of them. He was very good at soccer and hurling but never pushed himself. In school he followed the crowd and stayed within his lane. He was a coasting through school happy in the knowledge a job in construction would see him through. Then at the age of 19 his eyesight began to fail and he ...
Orlagh Reynolds was a messer as a child and she has retained that sense of mischief into adulthood. She loved life and life loved Orlagh back as she lived the dream. City hopping as her career developed, working her dream job, surrounded by friends and family and topped off by her husband and daughter. Orlagh was lucky and grateful. Then one day, her husband Fraser received a Motor Neuron Disease diagnosis that turned their world upside down. He was given two years to live and as the devastat...
Scott Jenkins didn’t want to find himself at the age of 80 looking back at his life wondering what more he could have done with it, what more he could have achieved and the people he could have helped along the way. Scott grew up in Wales and reached a turning point at the age of 30 where he decided to do something big, something that would have an impact on his life but also on lives around him. Himself and his brother decided to run 2000 miles from Boston to Austin, raising money and learni...
Beulah Coombs was born in Jamaica in 1949 and at the age of 8 she moved to Manchester following her parents who had moved their to help rebuild England after the war. She is part of the Windrush Generation. The world she encountered was much different to what she imagined and the welcome she received was tainted by ignorance as she strove to make an impact in her new surroundings. But make an impact she did as Beulah ignored the racists and naysayers to build a life in her adopted country tha...
Lawrence Cowan set out in politics determined to change lives but his life took an unexpected turn when his best friend, Gordon Aikman, was diagnosed with Motor Neuron Disease. It was too late for Gordon but together they were determined to positively impact the lives of future MND sufferers. From Gordon Brown to Nicola Sturgeon, Lawrence and his friends energised Scottish politics to change Scottish Healthcare for the better, positively impacting Scottish generations to come. Their campaign...
Elaine Garrigues O'Neill grew up in Ireland but her eyes were always firmly fixed on a life further afield. When she graduated from University she moved to France and set about becoming as French as the French themselves. She set about honing her translation skills in the corporate world before realising she would much rather be her own boss. With little more than a few contacts, a large helping of bravery and a willingness to conquer French bureaucracy she set up her own translation busines...
Vicki Duffendack was a typical South Dublin woman, she grew up interested in boys, having fun with friends and seeing the world. She travelled across the globe as a nanny, working hard and partying just as hard. In Australia, she found love and got engaged but when that didn't last she looked for love on Instagram... well what she thought was love. Her quest for likes and followers brought her to Bali but her obsession with appearance drove her to a breakdown. In the depths of despair she ...
Serendipity and chance encounters brought Inka and Iason together, their shared interests blossomed into a romance that is now three years down the road. As their relationship developed their boundaries fell as they opened up to each other and realized a shared dream. The dream of one day creating music with their partner… that day arrived and so The Zorbas was born. The Zorbas is a mixture of music, cinema, design, story telling… and lots more. Ambition, vulnerability, excitement, passi...
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brilliant podcast, such interesting stories about normal people!