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Author: Christine Mullaney

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Connected Communication is a quirky show hosted by Christine Mullaney from Ireland. Through storytelling and teaching, Christine shares whatever the wind blows through her and stirs in her soul to speak about. Tune in on Tuesdays for a bit of nostalgia, Irish and international culture, public speaking tips, neuroscience nuggets, mental health, mindset and whatever else comes up along the way.

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Ode to Avicii

Ode to Avicii

2025-01-1401:11:14

This week, I explore Avicii's passing through the lens of immigrant entrepreneurship in Ireland. PIeta House: https://www.pieta.ie/Migrant Rights Centre: https://www.mrci.ie/Jigsaw (Youth Mental Health): https://jigsaw.ie/Mental Health Links: https://bit.ly/MentalHealthLinksJoeie Support the PodcastShare your thoughts on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Carrots and Communication

Carrots and Communication

2025-01-0701:21:24

This week, I explore how a World War II propaganda story about carrots is relevant to modern-day communication, Neurolanguage, Neuroleadership, international culture, self-care, storytelling and career development. Support the PodcastConnect with me on Instagram or LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's New Year's Eve, so I decided to talk about the uniqueness of our tongues while exploring the relationship between Traditional Chinese Medicine and AI along the journey towards understanding why we kiss at midnight on New Year's Eve.Support the PodcastConnect with me on Instagram or LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
'Tis the night before Christmas, so I'm sharing with you the psychedelic history of Santa Claus and the syncretised saint he may have come from, how Coca-Cola helped make him famous, why the voices in our heads aren't always negative hallucinations, how we can learn to trust them, a few Christmas folklore stories and a poem. If you're on your own this Christmas and not looking forward to it, this episode is dedicated to you. SamaritansMyMind Support the PodcastConnect with me on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A brief history of Christmas carols and a surprising discovery - from ancient pagan Yuletide traditions to Winter Solstice at Newgrange, onto wassailing, Waits and Good King Wenceslas, we find our way to a surprising discovery that will jingle your bells and leave you passing time in wonder. Support the PodcastShare your thoughts on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It starts with W.B. Yeats. This week, using word p0rn, I teach you how to train your ear to the sounds around you, how to use consonance, assonance, alliteration and onomatopoeia to sexify your speaking and writing, and I give you a mini-masterclass on pitch techniques in English. If you are are developing your English proficiency, or helping people to do so; if you are a public speaker, want to improve your public speaking or presentation skills, or become a better poet or writer, this episode is for you.Support the PodcastShare your thoughts on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Pitch Perfect

Pitch Perfect

2024-12-0301:06:38

On this week's episode, I explore current research on vocal pitch - why we change our voices for babies, pitch across cultures, Japanese-speaking women vs English-speaking women, pitch in the brain, pitch in neurodivergence and what happens to our pitch as we age. If you're a voice coach, English language teacher, public speaking trainer or simply have a curious mind (neurodivergent or not), there'll be some interesting curiosities in here for you. Support the PodcastShare your thoughts on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Unconventional Irish Cures

Unconventional Irish Cures

2024-11-2601:25:28

This week, I talk about the perception of pain and pleasure, cures in Irish folklore like the "lick," a cure for asthma, a cure for shingles and styes. I also share the story of Ireland's Healing Goddess, Airmed. Easily split into two for your journey to and from work. Support the PodcastInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, on foot of a conversation I had with my sister about the French term for potatoes, I've explored the evolution of the words fruit, apple and potato. From French to Farsi, Russian to Zulu, Spanish to Slovakian, Lithuanian to Italian - and German, Austrian, Irish, Spanish, Swiss, Polish, and Portuguese, no plate has been left empty after harvest season. Dig in and enjoy!Support the PodcastInstagram Potato Map Source Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Pursuit of Happiness

The Pursuit of Happiness

2024-11-1201:22:39

This week, I explore overwhelming joy, pursuing happiness, finding contentment, herons and wasps. I also read a short piece from my book - Healing on the Camino. Support the Podcast Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
An exploration of battle, prophecy, the WWF's impact on America, the concept of que sera, sera, the ancient Greek concept of teleology, future proofing vs living in the moment - and the story of the Irish Crow Goddess, The Morrigan at Samhain.Support the Podcast Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What's the difference between Samhain and Halloween? When does Samhain really fall? What were the rituals? Where did Halloween, or Samhain, in Ireland really start? Who was Tlachtga and what does she have to do with the Halloween, or Samhain Fire Festival?Support the PodcastInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, I talk about water, and tell you the story of Boann, Ireland's river Goddess who created the River Boyne which nurtures the land around the site of the Battle of the Boyne, Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth.Support the PodcastInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, I was in a quandary about quail eggs, inspired by Gisele Pelicot, and annoyed by the suppression of the Irish Goddess of Sexuality and Fertility (Síle na Gig), so that's what I talked about. I've also given ye a wee recipe for a natural face cleanser and mask - because you're worth it! It's one for a long walk during which you can talk out loud back to me.Support the PodcastInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is it Ireland or Eire?

Is it Ireland or Eire?

2024-10-0801:01:59

This week, I share the story of how Ireland came to be called Ierne, Hibernia, and Eire.Support the PodcastInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this week's episode, I talk about a recent sighting of the Loch Ness Monster and how it might be connected to Lake Erie's Bessie, and the Irish Crocodile.Support the PodcastInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the first episode back after summer, Christine talks about the history and legends of wolves in Ireland, American and Irish wakes, Autumn Equinox and the Harvest Moon. She also reads one of her new stories about love, companionship and death, wolves, crab apple trees and Irish graveyards. Disfruta.Pauline McLynn: http://paulinemclynn.com/booksSupport the PodcastInstagramRead the Story: https://www.languagecouragecoaching.com/blog/the-tree-of-love-and-death-crab-appleChristine Mullaney Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, I talk about the upcoming summer solstice and lunistice, sharing my personal connection to these events. I share a ritual for self-reflection, goal-setting, and growth, revealing some of my own journey, saving my life and the steps I took to overcome challenges. Embrace the energy of the solstice and set intentions for the coming period. I finish on the topic of fear and empowerment for women, challenging the narrative of women as vulnerable whilst encouraging self-confidence and awareness.Support the PodcastInstagramThe Ripple Effect of Vulnerability Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why Do You Blush?

Why Do You Blush?

2024-06-1142:02

This week, I talk about the fear of speaking in public, how fear is inherent in individuals or can be intentionally created by others. I go on to share my own experiences of how overcoming fear can be empowering and impactful. Later, I talk about the phenomenon of blushing with respect to shame and embarrassment, how to manage blushing using cognitive behavioural techniques and focusing on the positive. Learn how to "flip your fear script" and overcome your fear of public speaking.Support the PodcastInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
I reflect on my 41st birthday and the concept of integrity, discussing the meandering journey of life and the idea of aligning with your "True North." I explore the impact of societal constructs, the loss of integrity in the digital age, and the importance of recalibrating and trusting the journey.Support the PodcastInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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