Colm Flynn is a world renowned journalist working for EWTN, RTE, BBC and many others. Colm is a man I have admired and looked up to for many years. I really admire his confidence, work ethic and above all, his endless talent.

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Paul Stenson, is the owner of the White Moose Cafe in Phibsborough, part of the Charleville Lodge hotel on the North Circular Road. Paul spoke to me about his outspoken nature, life in the hospitality industry and why he felt the need to relocate to an island in Mayo. In an exclusive, Paul also spoke about the ongoing legal battle with his neighbours over a noise complaint at his popular cafe in Dublin.

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Following on from my chat with Tara last week I wanted to sit down with my Uncle Martins daughter, Charlene McCrossan. Charlene had to step into Martins shoes and since doing so has brought Martin McCrossan tours to the next level along with her mum Sharon. This episode is not an advertisement for any of the businesses mentioned, but you SHOULD visit Derry and do a Martin McCrossan Tour when you visit.

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I invited David Cuddy to North Mayo to take part in a day of water activities with Wave Sweeper Adventures and The Western Strand Hotel, Belmullet. David is a 42 year, land locked man who has NEVER taken part in surfing, kayaking or SUP.

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I spoke to Tara Rafter A.K.A The Navigation Coach, who is an award winning life coach and Master Neuro-Linguistic Programming Practitioner (It's ok, I don't know what that is either). Tara works with people who feel lost, overwhelmed or at a crossroads and who want to embark on a voyage of self discovery. We laughed and cried together..........but most importantly we laughed again.

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At the age of 14 David (Fabu D) was sent to Ireland by his Mother. She said she would follow him over to Ireland in a couple of days but what he didn't know at the time was, she wouldn't visit him in Ireland for 20 years. We have a brilliant chat about the rise of fame for "The Black Paddy" and all the positives and negatives that come with it.

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Another difficult but honest discussion, this time with Virgin Media News Reporter Paul Quinn. Paul is from a small village called Riverstown, just outside Sligo. He spoke to Alan about how he always wanted to be a journalist, how he turned a dream into a reality and Paul also spoke about living with a secret until he was 30 years old. A very brave converstaion that he didnt intend to have.

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In recent months David has become one of my closest friends. On this podcast David was open and honest as always, speaks about the recent loss of his dad and dealing with grief for the first time at 42 years of age.

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An open and honest conversation with Irish Country Music Legend Patrick Feeney. Patrick is known nationally for his remarkable tenor voice. He has won many prestigious awards over the years and is a versatile performer.

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In the final episode of season one Alan brought Kieran on a surprise trip to Derry City. The guys went on a tour of the city, met the Mayor and enjoyed a very posh gig at The Guild Hall.

Car: Kevin Kennedy Motors Ballina/Belmullet

Air B&B: Ena's Cove // Flanders Loft

Tour: Martin McCrossan - City Tours

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