Basically...with Stefanie Preissner

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Basically...with Stefanie Preissner episodes

April 19, 2022 94: Around the World with PJ Gallagher
This episode of Basically was recorded live at the Basically Live Show at Smock Alley on the 23rd of March. Pj Gallagher joins Stefanie to tell stories about all the different countries he has visited.

You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+

Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner

Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin.

This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie

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47 min
April 12, 2022 93: What’s the Story with Breast Cancer Awareness, Aisling?
This week, Stefanie speaks with Aisling Hurley, Chief Executive Officer of Breast Cancer Ireland. Stefanie and Aisling discuss common misconceptions about breast cancer diagnoses, why you should regularly self-check and the importance of knowing your baseline. Aisling relays the eight signs and symptoms to watch out for, when to see your GP, and the upcoming 100k in 30 days fundraiser.

You can find Aisling at https://www.breastcancerireland.com/. Download Breast Cancer Ireland's Breast Aware app on Google Play or the App Store.

You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+

Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner

Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin.

This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at https://humdingermortgages.ie/

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35 min
April 05, 2022 92: What’s the Story with your Journey to Motherhood, Rosanna?
In this episode of Basically, Rosanna Davison joins Stefanie remotely to share her difficult fertility journey. From her struggles in getting pregnant to finding a surrogate, to eventually getting pregnant with twins.

You can follow Rosanna on Instagram @Rosanna_Davison
Rosanna’s book, ‘When Dreams Come True’ is out now.

You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+

Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner

Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin.

This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie

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58 min
March 29, 2022 91: What’s the Story with Covid…again, Luke?
This episode of Basically was recorded live at the Basically Live Show at Smock Alley on the 23rd of March. Luke O’Neill joins Stefanie for a Covid update and why the virus is making more news headlines. They talk about next-generation vaccines and answers some audience questions.

You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+

Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner

Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin.

This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie

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34 min
March 22, 2022 90: What’s the Story with Financial Planning, Robert?
This week, Stefanie speaks with Robert Whelan, the Managing Director of Rockwell Financial Management. Stefanie and Robert de-bunk common misconceptions about home ownership and discuss how to renegotiate your mortgage, painlessly. Robert also offers advice on how to set goals and start saving at any age.

You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+

Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner

Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin.

This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically

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51 min
March 15, 2022 89: What’s the Story with Being a Writer, Cathy?
Stefanie chats with Cathy Kelly about her writing process and the books she has written to date, including her upcoming novel The Wedding Party. She describes the importance of having a strong community of writers behind her and how she got started as a writer.

For tickets to Stefanie’s upcoming live show on March 23rd 2022, check out the Smock Alley Theatre website.

You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+

Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner

Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin.

This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically

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43 min
March 09, 2022 88: What's the Story with the Basically Live Show, Stefanie?
Stefanie has a live show coming to Smock Alley Theatre on March 23rd. Special guests include Luke O'Neill, PJ Gallagher and Panti Bliss!

Get your tickets on the Smock Alley Theatre website. Hope to see you there!

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3 min
March 04, 2022 87: What’s the Story with Ukraine, Tom?
This episode includes graphic descriptions of warfare and may be triggering for some listeners.

This week, Stefanie speaks with Dr. Tom Clonan, a journalist, security analyst, and commentator on international affairs. Dr. Clonan explains the historical context behind the current Russia-Ukraine war, and predicts how Russia may act in the coming days and weeks. Stefanie and Dr. Clonan discuss the global response to the Russian invasion and how to best support Ukrainians.

You can follow Dr. Clonan on Twitter @TomClonan

You can find a list of organisations accepting donations to aid Ukrainians here.

You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+

Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner

Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin.

This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically

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55 min
March 01, 2022 86: What’s the Story with the Fawn Response, Katie?
This week, Stefanie speaks with accredited psychotherapist Katie McKenna. Katie explains how “the fawn response” manifests in children and adults in both helpful and detrimental ways. Stefanie and Katie discuss how to know if you’re a “fawner,” where the response might come from, and how therapy can help fawners achieve more balance in their lives and relationships.

You can get in touch with Katie through her website and read about trauma, the fawn response, parentification, and more on her blog. You can also find her on TikTok @katiemckennatherapist.

You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+

Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner

Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin.

This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically

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49 min
February 22, 2022 85: What’s the Story with Grieving, Liz?
This episode focuses on grief and loss and may be triggering for some listeners.

This week, Stefanie speaks with Liz Gleeson, a psychotherapist and educator who specialises in grief and loss. Stefanie and Liz discuss misconceptions about grieving and the harmful societal expectations we have around bereavement. She offers suggestions for supporting someone who’s grieving, and describes when you might want to ask for help after you’ve experienced a loss.

Liz is on Instagram and Facebook @shapesofgrief and on Twitter @Shapesofgrief. You can listen to Liz’s podcast, Shapes of Grief, wherever you get your podcasts. For mental health professional seeking grief training head to https://www.shapesofgrief.com/

You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+

Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner

Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin.

This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
50 min