Social Fabric Podcast

Jonathan Smith is a Dubliner through and through.Born in the same building as poet Patrick Kavanagh and GAA football fan forever, Jonathan opened his coffee shop ERNESTO, in the Dublin suburb of Rathmines, with the view of creating a sustainable business that could contribute to the community around him.A destination for many Irish musicians, including Mark Geary, Glen Hansard, Damien Dempsey, Steve Wall  and Christy Moore and many of them have performed live events in the cafe' to raised funds for local charities."If you run a business in a community, you have an obligation to that community" and that encapsulates Jonathan's way of life.You can find out more about Jonathan on his instagram page and of course by visiting the shop for a coffee and perhaps a hug from the man himself. ____________________________________________________Jonathan's Music ChoiceQueen - Sheer Heart AttackLuke Kelly - Raglan RoadDamien Dempsey - You're the cureKate Bush - This woman's workPuccini - O Babbino MioChristy Moore - How LongThin Lizzy - Sarah_______________________________ All music is available on Spotify in the Social Fabric Playlist _______________________________

Mick grew up in Crumlin, Dublin. At a young age he became homeless following an abuse and altercation with his own family.He moved to England and later on to Northern Ireland.Mick has struggled with mental health for most of his adult life but he has found ways to put his experience to good use to help others that may find themselves in the same situation.He has worked in the field of mental heath and outreach for most of his professional life. He is now studying at Dublin's Trinity College to further improve his working life.You can find out more about Mick on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook._________________________Mick's Music ChoiceThe Smiths - Please, Please, PleaseStormzy - Shut upBen Folds - The LuckiestThe tallest man on earth - I'm a stranger nowThe Killers - SpacemanLord Huron - The night we metBon Iver - Hey Ma.____________________________  All music is available on Spotify in the Social Fabric Playlist _______________________________

After years of working in global investment markets, Fiona decided to change her career and follow her passion. She now coaches and is a speaker on Positive Psychology, the science behind what makes individuals and communities flourish.She has been reasearching spirituality and its potential to influence the wellbeing in our lives.In 2015, she was one of 50 women globally chosen to participate in the W50 Program in UCLA aimed at building the next generation of global women leaders.You can find out more about Fiona on here website www.fionaenglishpp.com on Twitter and Instagram___________________________________Fiona's Music ChoicesSting - If I ever lose my faith in youSimple Minds - Alive and KickingArcade Fire - Everything nowFreddie Mercury and Montserrat Caballe - BarcelonaU2 - Moment of surrenderKeane - Somewhere only we know Tina Turner And The Children Beyond - When you Sing___________________________________All music is available on Spotify in the Social Fabric Playlist _______________________________

Garrett grew up in Dublin, Ireland.Qualified as a GP and worked in the field of drug addiction for a number of years within the Irish public sector, before setting up his own practice to ensure an approach that is is pragmatic, evidence based, non-judgmental.The focus is on the individual rather than the drug and the programme is delivered in a way that reduces the stigma associated with addiction.Garrett is passionate and vocal about what he believe are the policy changes required in Ireland to improve the lives and the treatment of patients with addiction.You can find out more about Garrett at www.prioritymedicalclinic.ie  or on Twitter __________________________________________Garrett's Music ChoiceFrank Sinatra - That's lifeThe Kinks - LolaThe Who - My GenerationThe Rolling Stones - Sympathy for the devilThe Kinks - You really got me nowThe Who - I can't explainThe Beatles - Money_____________________________All music is available on Spotify in the Social Fabric Playlist

Danielle lives in Wexford, Pennsylvania with her son Miles.She travels extensively for work and leisure,  has profound understanding of the importance of community and is passionate about the environment.She has worked in IT training and consultancy, but recently her skills have brought her closer to her dream job.She is currently working on a couple of environmental projects including Planting a million Coralsalongside Ty PenningtonYou can find out more about Danielle on Instagram or Linkedin__________________________Danielle's Music Choice10,000 Maniacs - What's the matter hereDido - See the sunHighway 20 Ride - Zac BrownJack Johnson & Ben Harper - With my own two handsMacy Gray - Beauty in the worldMichelle Williams - TightropeVan Morrison - Into the mystic____________________________All music is available on Spotify in the Social Fabric Playlist_____________________________

Dawn Russell grew up in a rural area Co. Tipperary, Ireland.After studying social science in college she joined Ana Liffey where she has worked for the past 13 years.Now Head of Services with the organisation, Dawn is a very emphatic and realist with a wonderful human touch.Her work, and the work of Ana Liffey, in the area of addiction concentrates on the Safer From Harm idea and the humanisation of people affected by addiction.You can find out more about Dawn on Twitter or on Ana Liffey Dawn's Music ChoiceGreen Day -SheThe Clash - Clampdown Blondie - Island of Lost SoulsPretenders - Forever Young (cover)Aslan - This is Wyvern lingo - Out of my hands Pogues - If I should fall from grace of god

Mark Geary is singer songwriter from Dublin, Ireland.With over 20 years on the music circuit, Mark has toured extensively in Europe, the USA and Australia.He has recorded six studio albums so far and he is currently touring with his latest album, The Fool.Mark has toured and performed with the likes of Glen Hansard, The Frames, Elvis Costello, Coldplay and the late Joe Strummer.His brother Karl was the co-founder of legendary New York venue Sin-e, where Mark cut his teeth in his early days in his musical carreer.You can find out more about Mark on his website , on Instagram or Twitter___________________________________________________________________Mark’s Music ChoiceBob Dylan – Idiot WindThe Beatles – Here comes the sunThe War on Drugs – PainThe Japanese house – Something has to changeKate Bush – CloudbustingCurrent Joys – Way out thereGlen Hansard – My brother’s keeper All music is available on Spotify in the Social Fabric Playlist

Deb Davis is part of a group that plans to adopt the co-housing system in Ireland.Based on the LILAC project in Leeds, UK, the concept is one that promotes low environmental impact while enhancing community cooperation and interaction.Deb has traveled extensively and worked as a chef in various parts of the world.She is also a Doula and an instructor of Gentle Birth.She speaks candidly about her fight with breast cancer five years ago, of her love for music, her religious beliefs and so much more.You can find out more about Deb on Facebook _________________________________________________________________Deb's music Choice Pink Floyd - The great gig in the sky Sinead O'Connor - Hold Back the Night Tony Childs  - Welcome to the World Sophie B. Hawkins - Don't stop swaying The Moody Blues - Nigh in White Satin Harry Nilsson - Put the lime in the coconut Oscar Brown - Bid them in __________________________________________________________________ All music is available on Spotify in the Social Fabric Playlist _________________________________________________________________

Martin Doyle grew up in Banbridge, Co. Down during the Troubles and after a stint in Belfast’ Queen’s University, graduated from St Andrew’s College, Scotland.After a number of jobs in France and Germany he settled down in London where he found himself working for a newspaper and from there his career moved through various jobs and assignments until his current role as Books Editor for The Irish Times.In this candid conversation Martin discuss his experience of the troubles, the importance of music, the world of books, FatBoy Slim, Father Ted, the loss of his wife and more…You can find out more about Martin on Twitter, Instagram. or at the Irish TimesYou can read the article that we discussed in the conversation here_________________________________________________________________________Martin’s Music ChoiceHow soon is now – The SmithsThousands are sailing – The PoguesI am the resurrection – Stone RosesDimanche a Bamako – Amodou & MariamHurt – Johnny CashInto my Arms – Nick Cave & The Bad SeedsYou’re the one – Shane MacGowan & Maire Brennan______________________________________________________________________________All music is available on Spotify in the Social Fabric Playlist

Keith grew up in Greystones, Co. Wicklow, Ireland and followed his father path into business and sales.He followed a normal path of school, study, first job, career, marriage, first child…His normal life path was changed abruptly when their second child was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis just weeks after birth.He and his family had to quickly adapt to a New Normal .Keith sits on the board of Cystic Fibrosis Ireland and is the current Treasurer.He values the family unit, community and the importance of getting involved to make sure that change happensFor more information on CF_Ireland visit https://www.cfireland.ieFor more about Keith check out Twitter , Instagram or Linkedin___________________________________________________________________Keith’s Music ChoiceStranger on the shore – Aker BilkAll Night Long – Lionel RitchieChildren – Tokyo MyersI Lived – One RepublicGiant – Rag n Bone ManSomething just like this – Coldplay with The ChainsmokersHourglass – Mindy Gledhill_____________________________________________________________ All music is available on Spotify in the Social Fabric Playlist