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Basically...with Stefanie Preissner episodes

September 20, 2022 What's the Story with Climbing Mount Everest, Kieran?
In this week's episode of Basically, Stefanie is joined by Kieran Lally, the first Mayo-man to climb Mount Everest. He talks about his preparation for making the climb, including all the other mountains he has climbed around the world. He describes the process of climbing Mount Everest and what it's like reaching the top.

You can find out more about Kieran's journey to the top of Mount Everest by picking up his book, 'Beyond the Summit: The Story Of One Man's Need To Scale His Inner Everest', now available in all bookstores.

You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+

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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
September 13, 2022 113: What's the Story with the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), Morgan?
This week, Stefanie is joined by Dr Morgan Fraser, a lecturer and assistant professor in the School of Physics in University College Dublin, who is hoping to use the JWS Telescope for his research. They talk all about the JWST, what it is used for and why scientists are excited about what it can do. They look at the ever expanding universe and what life on other planets might look like.

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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48 min
September 06, 2022 112: What's the Story with Abortions in America, Carol?
This episodes includes graphic descriptions of abortions and may be difficult for some listeners.

In the wake of the overturning of Roe vs Wade in America, Stefanie talks to Carol Downer, an activist who joined the women's liberation movement in the 1960s and advocated for the legalisation of abortion in California. Carol discusses her personal experience with having an illegal abortion, and how this started her journey working with women to help provide information on abortion, birth control and fertility.

You can find out more about Carol and her work via her website; womenshealthinwomenshands.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 Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie

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44 min
August 30, 2022 111: What's the Story with these New Viruses, Luke?
From monkeypox to shrew pox, avian flu to polio, immunologist Luke O'Neill joins Stefanie to break down everything happening in the world of viruses at the moment.

Luke updates us on the Covid vaccines, progress of intranasal vaccines and the pan-coronavirus vaccine.

Luke is heading to Electric Picnic! Don't forget to stop by the Leviathan Stage to hear some discussions on science, a quiz on science versus anti-science, and Luke's band, the Metabolix will play some well-known hits.

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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41 min
August 23, 2022 110: What’s the Story with TFMR, Vicky and Orna?
This episodes discusses abortions and may be difficult for some listeners.

In the first half of this episode, Stefanie talks to Dr. Vicky O’Dwyer, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Rotunda Hospital to discuss the process of getting an abortion in Ireland and the supports that are available to women in need of abortions and post-procedure.

In the second half of the episode, Stefanie speaks with Orna Cronin, who talks about her personal experience with TFMR (Termination For Medical Reasons), and why she was unable to get the care she needed in Ireland.

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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1 hr 12 min
August 16, 2022 109: What’s the Story with Getting an Abortion in Ireland, Jade and Anne-Marie?
This episodes discusses abortions and may be difficult for some listeners.

In the first part of this episode, Stefanie discusses abortion laws and rights in Ireland with Jade Wilson, a journalist with the Irish TImes who has been covering abortion rights for the last number of years.

In the second part of the episode, Stefanie speaks with Anne-Marie McCallion, who shares her personal experience with getting an abortion and why she had no choice but to travel to the UK to get an abortion, despite the eighth amendment being repealed in 2018 in Ireland.

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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59 min
August 09, 2022 108: What's The Story with Therapy, Mark? | Released Jan 2021
This week, we are taking an episode from the archives to share with you. Originally released in 2021, Stefanie spoke to psychologist and outgoing president of the Psychology Society of Ireland, Mark Smyth, about mental health and therapy for Mental Health Month 2021.

There are questions about social media, life in 2020/2021, anxiety. What is therapy? What is a psychologist, a counsellor, a therapist, a psychoanalyst, a psychotherapist and who needs one? How to pick a therapist, how do you know the right fit and should you get to know your therapist?

You can now 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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1 hr 3 min
August 02, 2022 107: What’s the Story with Pelvic Health, Aoife?
Aoife Harvey from Women’s Health Dublin joins Stefanie to talk about pelvic health - what is it, what do women need to know about it and what exactly is the pelvic floor? Aoife explains some basic pelvic floor exercises and why they are important, particularly for pregnant women and post-pregnancy.

You can find out more about Aoife’s work on Instagram @womenshealthdublin

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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32 min
July 26, 2022 106: What's the Story with the Irish Political Parties, Hugh?
In this episode of Basically, Hugh O’Connell, political correspondent with MediaHuis, joins Stefanie to talk all things politics. He breaks down the different political parties within Ireland, and what they stand for.

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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1 hr 9 min
July 12, 2022 105: What’s the Story with Designing Book Covers, Cathal?
Should we judge a book by its cover? This week, graphic designer Cathal O’Gara joins Stephanie to talk about his experience in graphic design, the design process, and what goes into making a book cover.

You can find Cathal on Instagram @cathalogara

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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35 min