From early mornings on national television to navigating public opinion, social media and the pressure, Muireann O’Connell joins Hilary Rose for a candid, funny and deeply thoughtful conversation. Best known for her work across radio and TV, Muireann shares what she’s learned about broadcasting, confidence, boundaries and staying curious in a rapidly changing media landscape.

In this episode, Muireann reflects on why asking questions is never something to apologise for, how ego can quietly derail good conversations, and why empathy and discernment matter more than ever in a world shaped by algorithms, outrage and misinformation. 

Key topics we discuss:

• Muireann’s journey through radio, television and broadcasting
• Why asking questions is a strength, not a weakness
• The moment she stopped feeling embarrassed for having a different opinion
• Early mornings, sleep struggles and nervous system regulation
• Fashion, confidence and showing up comfortably on camera
• Social media, misinformation and the loss of fact-checking
• How algorithms shape what we see and what they hide
• Empathy, ego and the rise of “main character energy”
• Why broadcasting should never be about the presenter
• Advice for aspiring presenters and creatives

You can find Muireann here: Instagram

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