Her Pod

May 25th is fast approaching and in this week’s episode, Niamh Maher is joined by members of the Her editorial and social creative teams as we take a look back at our coverage of this historic referendum. We’re discussing our Facts or Fiction series, examining what abortion will look like in Ireland IF the 8th Amendment is repealed, and one of our writers who ordered abortion pills online shares her story. Niamh also travels to the UK to interview a representative from the British Pregnancy Advisory Service.

On this episode we’re taking HEAPS of selfies and not giving a sh*t, we look at the selfie phenomenon with a woman who has actually written a book on it (and given a TED talk), we’re discussing the latest trend of the imported period parties, and we’ll try and unmask bloggers unveiled. We’re surrounded my bloggers in this episode so we HAD to ask. Our Spotlight interview this week is with actress and playwright Amy DeBhrun, she tells us about the struggles of self-funding a play and why the legendary Lady Mary Heath should never vanish in to the walls of history.

On this week’s episode, we’re joined on the panel by Sunday Independent journalist Niamh Horan alongside writer and blogger Laylah Beattie. An advocate for trans people in Ireland since transitioning herself, Laylah wants to share her story in the hopes of helping other young people who are struggling with their gender identity. Well known for her divisive journalism, Niamh Horan speaks out on trolls and why you have to take the good with the bad. We’re also shining a spotlight on the cervical cancer scandal that has rocked the nation, finding out what pansexuality actually means and we’ll delve into our deepest, darkest fantasies. For our Spotlight On Sport this week Orlaith O’Doherty Brown joins us in studio to teach us about Pickleball… we hadn’t heard about it, and we need to play it immediately!

WE’RE 30!!! Despite being old as HELL, we still managed to pull together a thrilling show for you this week. Drag performer Paul Ryder fills us in on the wonderful world of drag and what it’s really like to be ‘read’ and DJ Tara Stewart opens up about her former life as a music snob. We’re also testing our panel’s 90’s music knowledge… with no forewarning (which is really just for Niamh’s amusement), and talking about Kim K’s vagina (natch). For our Spotlight On Sport we’re joined by wrestler Becky Lynch who shares her journey from Ireland to the WWE and everything in between.

On this episode, Niamh Maher is joined by writer Stefanie Preissner and founder of GirlCrew Elva Carri. As the second series of Can’t Cope, Won’t Cope hits Irish screens tonight, Stefanie Preissner opens up about the struggles of female friendships, and shares some exciting news on upcoming projects. We’re also exploring our love/hate relationship with the weather, trying to figure out why the glitter trend is dead AND tackling period poverty… All in a day’s work! Our Spotlight On Sport this week is Irish international Rugby player Sene Naoupu, she’s on a mission to connect athletes with professional coaches across the country, we hear how she plans to do it!

On this week’s episode Niamh Maher is joined by comedian Alison Spittle and broadcaster Suzanne Kane. A ‘True Blue’ in one corner a Westmeath native (via London) in the other, you KNOW the GAA came up… and we all learned something. We’re also talking about growing up in rural Ireland, pregnancies in the media, and the most famous baby on earth. Also, are e-sports really sports? We’re finding out.

On this week’s episode, Niamh Maher is joined by sex columnist Roe McDermott and comedian and activist Linda Hayden. They’re talking about the changing conversation around consent and delving into the world of beauty privilege. Is life really that much SWEETER if you’re HELLA hot? Captain of the Irish Cricket Team Laura Delaney joins us on the line to discuss elitism, ball scuffing, and bringing cricket to the masses.

On this week’s episode Niamh Maher is joined by the Positive Economist Susan Hayes. Whether it’s worrying about paying off an upcoming holiday, saving for a rainy day or finally achieving financial freedom, we’re tackling all things money related with some serious tips thrown in for good measure. Author and journalist Caroline Foran (who literally wrote the book on anxiety) also joins us to talk about practical ways to deal with modern day stress, turns out… taking the time to worry may not be such a bad idea!

On this week’s episode Niamh Maher is joined by Today FM DJ Alison Curtis and owner of Tropical Popical Andrea Horan. They’re talking about everything from Mean Girls and Repeal to their mutual love of Drag and breakups. Our Spotlight interview this week is Monet Izabeth who is launching a new female led feminist travel series. Monet hopes to portray the wonders of travel in a more realistic light, meaning less Instagram filters and more poop!

On this week’s episode Niamh Maher is joined in studio by author Louise O’Neill and designer Emma Manley, aside from new books and fashion seasons they’re also putting on their Agony Aunt hats in order to help out a few of our listeners. Whether it’s searching for an orgasm, taking your husband’s name, dating at work or female mentors: the ladies are going in HARD with their advice. Senior football correspondent with JOE.co.uk Melissa Reddy joins us for our Spotlight On Sport to talk respect and making it in a man’s world.