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We’re joined by Colm Skehan - a strength coach, trainee counsellor, and therapist who’s been sparking important conversations online about men’s mental health. 

 One of his recent TikTok videos, where he spoke about the internal pressure many men place on themselves, drew a lot of attention 

Today, we’re diving deeper into that conversation, exploring the mental challenges men face, the expectations they carry, and why Colm is passionate about helping men break unhealthy cycles through his work with Yana Empower.   

It's time for our Business Spotlight - and today we’re chatting to someone who has seriously blown up in the business world in a very short space of time.   

 Laura Murphy is the founder of Oatco Superfuel, a brand she only started in 2024 - and it’s already in over 800 stores, including Tesco and Aldi, with nearly a million euros in revenue last year alone.   

She’s just been named on the Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe list, and even had three Dragons fighting to invest in her business.   

 It all started because she wanted a snack that actually tasted good, fuelled her day, and fit into real life - and now it’s turned into a massive success story.   

We have something special on the way - 1 epic Secret Sesh, 1 secret location all to make Some Noise for Focus Ireland! 

 It’s under wraps right now, but what I can tell you is that wee’re bringing something big to Galway on May 1st… stay with iRadio for more! 

 You can also organise your own gig or event and help raise vital funds  

 If you’re a musician, in a band, a DJ, or fantastic event organiser, you can get involved &  organise your own gig on Friday, May 1st. 

 Raise your voice, Raise some money & Help give every child a place to call home. 

 Sign up today at iRadio.ie/Focus 

 Míchéal Kearney caught up with Stephen who's a Focus Ireland Support worker

Now, if you’ve spent any time on social media lately, you’ll know that the way brands connect with people is changing fast. It’s less about polished ads and more about real, relatable content - and that’s where today’s guest comes in.   

 Valerie is joined by Clodagh Henderson, content creator and founder of Nua Digital, a new Irish business offering content creation and digital marketing services. Clodagh’s right at the centre of this shift towards creator-led content and user-generated content, helping brands show up online in a way that actually feels authentic.   

If you’ve ever thought “why is dating in Ireland actually this bad?”-you’re not alone. Our next guest has been very real about the highs, lows, and absolute chaos of the dating scene, and you might recognise her from First Dates Ireland.  

 It’s Tipperary content creator Cloda Scanlon, and she’s here to share her experience.

Last month saw the launch of a new Garda Schools Programme lesson dedicated to ‘Coco’s Law’. Developed in partnership with Webwise, the lesson is available now to be delivered in secondary schools nationwide.  

 Coco's law is aimed at tackling online harassment and the circulation of intimate images, and Mary Hayes who is the Coordinator for Too Into You with Women's Aid joins Valerie to talk more about it.   

Joining us today on iRecommend the man behind the podcast I Said What I Said, Shane McCarthy! Shane has been making waves with his hilarious, takes on life, love, and everything in between - his tiktoks have us in stitches and now you can listen to him in long form.    

 We’ll be talking about how the podcast journey has evolved, what’s coming up for his first ever live show at the Lime Tree Theatre in Limerick on Friday, June 5th, and, of course, Shane’s top recommendations for podcasts and TV shows you need to check out.

In mid-March, a meningitis outbreak was reported at the University of Kent, involving the Meningitis B strain. Since then, a huge amount of information and misinformation has been circulating on social media, leaving many people feeling anxious about their risk. 

To help us separate fact from fear and better understand the symptoms, risks, and protections, Valerie is joined now by Irish GP Dr Gareth Patterson. 

He’s the Cork barber making waves far beyond the chair, turning a simple idea into a nationwide movement. “Pints and Ponytails” is the feel-good event helping dads level up their hair-styling skills while bonding with their daughters - and it’s only getting bigger.    

 With his third event landing in the coming weeks, and a side gig grooming Ireland’s international football stars, Kiwi Cuts is definitely one to watch. Ciaran O Sullivan joins us now to chat about it all.   

Help us, Make Some Noise, for Focus Ireland, and raise vital funds to end child homelessness. 

 A staggering statistic , there are currently over 5,000 children in Ireland without a home and we want YOU to make a difference. 

 If you’re a musician, in a band, a DJ, or fantastic event organiser, you can get involved & organise your own gig on Friday, May 1st. 

 The goal is to Raise your voice, Raise some money & Help give every child a place to call home. 

 Sign up today at iRadio.ie/Focus 

Mícheál Kearney spoke to Deirdre who's a customer of Focus Ireland.