The Robbie Bourke Podcast

By Robbie BourkeMedicine Health & Fitness Education

The Robbie Bourke Podcast episodes

January 16Episode 291: Dr. Valerie Giangrande - Circadian biology and eye health
This episode I speak with Dr Valerie Giangrande.

Dr. Valerie Giangrande is a New York based Optometrist and Quantum Biology Practitioner. Dr. Giagrande brings a unique perspective to optometry, specializing in circadian biology, epigenetics and nutrition and their contributions to ocular health.

On this episode we discuss:
Valerie's background
What was it like for Valerie when she first learned about circadian biology and health
How to optimize our eye health through the lens of circadian biology
How sunglasses can contribute to sunburn
What are Valerie's thoughts on sunscreens?
Valerie's thoughts on indoor lighting
What health benefits did Valerie experience when she improved her circadian health
Valerie gives her thoughts on chrononutrition
This was agreat discussion with Valerie and I hope you all enjoy it.

Show Notes:
Instagram - quantuameyedoc
Website - quantumeyedoc

Books mentioned:
Lights Out - TS Wiley

Podcasts mentioned:
Joe Rogan - The Sleep Loss Epidemic
Episode 12: An Interview with Dr. Jack Kruse
Episode 194: Dr. Jack Kruse - Light, water, magnetism, mitochondria, and getting your message out there

People and resources Mentioned:
Jack Kruse
Mattew Walker
Alexander Wunsch
Mariana Figuerio
1 hr 7 min
December 23, 2025Episode 290: Tim Kettering - energy systems development
This episode I speak with Tim Kettering.

Tim Kettenring is a human performance coach and rehab specialist with extensive experience at every level of sport, from developmental to professional, as well as the general population.
Tim is the President and Director of Performance for Maverick Human Performance which provides coaching, consulting and education services to coaches, competitive athletes, and everyday athletes around the world.
Tim is widely recognized as a subject matter expert on energy system development for athletes.

On this episode we discuss:
Tim's background?
What Tim has learned from coaching Rugby
Tim's biggest influences
We talk energy system development - assessment and prescription
Anaerobic vs aerobic vs hydrid subtypes
Aerobic vs alactic development
Supplements to aid energy system development
This was a great discussion with Tim and I hope you all enjoy it.

Show Notes:
Website - maverickhumanperformance.com

Books mentioned:
Ultimate MMA conditioning
Science of Sports Training

People and resources Mentioned:
Andy Galpin
Kevin Mulcahy
Gareth Sandford
Joel Jamieson
Dave Tenney
Boo Schexnayder
Chidi Enyia
Vern Gambetta
Jorge Carvajal
Eddie Lee
Ian Gibbons
Mark Bennett
Robert Wright
Pavel Tsatsouline
Yuri Verkhoshanksy
George Brooks]
Stephen Sieler
Charlie Francis
Tim Gabbett
James Smith
Jonas Dodoo
Stu McMillan
Dan Pfaff
ALTIS
Thomas Kurz
Jeremy Frisch
Arthur Lydiard
Percy Cerutty
AV Hill
James Morton
James Moran
Iñigo San Millán
Dan Baker
Martin Gibala
Mark Uyeyama
Denis Logan
St. Mary's University Twickenham - MSc strength and conditioning
Dan John
Steve Magness
Elliott Richardson
Rich Clarke
Dan Howells
1 hr 39 min
July 16, 2025Episode 289 - Donie Fox - Principles and practices for human movement and performance
This episode's guest is Donie Fox.

Donie Fox is an Irish physiotherapist, athletic development coach, and educator committed to advancing human performance through evidence- and experience-based rehabilitation and coaching. As the Founder and Clinical Director of RTP Physio, he is curating a patient-centred, movement-based approach while currently pursuing a Doctorate in Human Performance and Innovation at the University of Limerick. His work spans all levels of sport and is grounded in a commitment to quality, clarity, and care.

On this episode we discuss:
Donie's background
Donie's influences
Biggest problems Donie see's with the rehab and performance professions
Donie discusses his system for RTP
What have been Donies biggest challenges as a practitioner and coach
Donie talks about his professional doctorate
Donie gives his thoughts on manual therapy
If Donie could have dinner with 5 people, dead or alive, who would he choose and why?
This was agreat discussion with Donie and I hope you all enjoy it.

Show Notes:
Instagram - doniefox
Instagram - RTP
Website - rtp.physio

Books mentioned:
Polyvagul Theory

People and resources Mentioned:
Vern Gambetta
Anthony Cunningham
GAIN Network
Steve Myrland
Tracey Frober
Grace Golden
Jim Radcliffe
Stu McMillan
Gary McGowan
John Kiely
Dan Pfaff
ALTIS
Tommy Brennan
Andrew Libbs
Bill Knowles
Bill Hartman
Robert Saplosky
Postural Restoration Institute (PRI)
Nadine McCarthy
Paul Kilgannon
Ellen Walsh
SFMA
Roy Keane
Michael Lewis
Steve Magness
David Morris
Stephen Porges
1 hr 15 min
December 31, 2024 Episode 288: Circadian disruption and metabolic syndrome (MetS)
Just a solo episode on circadian disruption and metabolic syndrome (MetS).

Enjoy.

RB
1 hr 8 min
November 30, 2024 Episode 287: Opposition analysis for hurling
Solo podcast on opposition anlysis for hurling.
Enjoy,

RB

Articles mentioned:
Redefining Strength: High Force Does Not Equal High Load
The Force System in Training

Resources mentioned:
The Coach Analyst course

36 min
October 30, 2024 Episode 286: Solo podcast - Jesus not nutrition!!
Just a solo podcast on some thoughtas round nutrition

Enjoy.

RB
44 min
September 29, 2024 Episode 285: Solo Episode - Developing Player (Personized) Developmental Plans (PDPs)
Solo episode on developing Player (or Personized) Developmental Plans (PDPs)

Enjoy,

RB
1 hr 12 min
August 30, 2024Episode 284: Jason Hettler - Speed and agility coach IMG Academy
This episode sees the return of Jason Hettler to the podcast.

Jason is the Speed and Agility Coach at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. Prior to this he was the Performance and Innovation Manager at ALTIS in Phoenix, Arizona where his role included leading a group of sprinters, consulting with various professional sporting organizations, creating and editing education content, internship coordination, and media/marketing.

On this episode we discuss:
Jason's role at IMG
How did Jason build his COD/ agility model
Jason shares his annual schedule with his Tennis players
He discuss performance therapy for tennis players
I ask Jason about his microcycle set up
I ask Jason about the differences between training sprinters vs tennis players
We discuss training transfer and skills vs capacities
We discuss training load and staying healthy
What is the biggest thing Jason has changed his mind on lately?
What is Jason's favorite Glam Slam
How did Jason develop his ESD model
How has fatherhood changed him
What projects is Jason working on?
This was agreat discussion with Jason and I hope you all enjoy it.

Show Notes:
Website - www.hettlerperformance.com
Twitter - @jhettler24
Instagram - jhettler24

Books Mentioned:
Going Somewhere: Truth about a Life in Science
Thinking Fast and Slow

People and Resources Mentioned:
ALTIS
Rich Clarke
Damien Harper
Gareth Sandford
Jon Goodwin
Stu McMillan
Charlie Francis
Anatoliy Bondarchuk
Derek Evely
Yuri Verkhoshansky
Matt Jordan
Martin Bucheit
55 min
July 31, 2024Episode 283: Nigel O'Hara - Kildare senior hurling coach
This episode's guest is Nigel O'Hara who is currently the Kildare senior hurling coach and formely the hurling coach to the Na Fianna senior hurlers who won their first ever Dublin senior hurling title last season (2023).

On this episode we discuss:
Nigel's background
Would Nigel ever considering completling a UFEA soccer course
Who have been Nigel's biggest coaching influence
I ask Nigel what is his coaching philosophy and principles
Nigel gives his take on games-based training and technical work
We discuss the game moments, set plays, and KPIs
We discuss defensive puck outs
How Nigel got involved with the Kildare senior hurlers
We discuss the current state of Dublin senior hurling
We discuss in-game management
How does Nigel facilitate half-time with teams
This was agreat discussion with Nigel and I hope you all enjoy it.

Show Notes:
Twitter - @nigelohara06

Videos Mentioned:
A Games Centred Approach Developing Decision Makers - Paul Kinnerk
GAA Games Development Conference 2017 - Paul Kinnerk

Papers Mentioned:
A tactical periodisation model for Gaelic football
A Tactical Periodization Approach for Rugby Union

People and Resources Mentioned:
Pep Guardiola
Vitor Frade
Bill Shankly
Bob Paisley
Robbie Fowler
Roy Evans
Jürgen Klopp
Paul Kinnerk
James J. Claffey
Eoin Bennis
Johan Cruyff
Rinus Michels
Niall O'Ceallachain
Shane Keegan
Eoin Roche
Mike Dwyer
Marcelo Bielsa
Dan Abrahams
Kevin Mulcahy
Jamesie O'Connor
Shane Mangan
Paul O'Brien
David Herity
Brian Dowling
Paul Murphy
The Hurling Pod
Stick to Football
Roy Keane
Gary Neville
TJ Reid
Jimmy Barry Murphy
1 hr 35 min
June 30, 2024Episode 282: Peter Wright - speed development and RTP for team sports
This episode's guest is Peter Wright of Petey Performance.

Peter is a Strength & Conditioning/ Performance coach currently in based in Ireland. He has worked with elite athletes in a variety of sports throughout the world, specifically international representatives in rugby, soccer, athletics, boxing, basketball, tennis, golf, cricket and sailing, as well as many intercounty GAA hurlers and footballers.

You can see Peter's full biography here.

On this episode we discuss:
Peter's background
Peter's professional and personal influences
Peter's training system
We discuss linear and mutli-directional speed/ agility development with team sport athletes
We discuss return to performance (RTP)
This was agreat discussion with Peter and I hope you all enjoy it.

Show Notes:
Instagram - peteyperformance
Twitter - @peteyperform9
Website - peteyperformance.com

People and Resources Mentioned:
ALTIS
David Grey
Stu McMillan
Dan Pfaff
Daniel Moore - currently Head S&C at Landsdowne Rugby
Alan Murdoch
Cian O'Brien
Rob Pacey
Joel Smith
1 hr 16 min