The Weekly Wheatley

Derek talks to Cillein about being Ireland's second strongest man, being diagnosed with dyspraxia, his training regime, competitiveness, coming through the tough times, why he wants to become a psychotherapist and stretching!

Derek talks to Monica about her start in ballet, her training in Perm, conditions in post-Soviet Russia, performing at the Point Depot, her book 'Ballerina', her Elite Ballet School and ballet on film!

Derek talks to Dave about his time in Faithless, Sinead O'Connor, his trips to Palestine, politics in music, his group Slovo, the power of the collective and how the Jerry Dammers song 'Nelson Mandela' opened his eyes!

Derek talks about returning to therapy to deal with OCD + his obsession with timing, keeping the gym clean, coaching with conviction, the comfort in being trusted, the new Woodstock documentary, trying to harness Kate Bush's ability to show total confidence in your work and the moral minefield of setting up a Patreon account!

Derek talks to Riadh about her anxiety as a child, her love for baking, the stresses of working within the restaurant sector, mindfulness through baking, being an advocate for mental health and lifting weights!

Derek talks to Ela about anthropology, humanitarian aid, the impact of the repeal of the 8th amendment, understanding conspiracy theories, flat earthers, the differences and similarities of the Irish and Polish people and why is it called wild swimming?!

Derek talks to Shirley about starting 'Balanced by Shirley', shame around money, how money problems affect your mental health, the lack of education around money in schools, being mindful when it comes to your finances and grounding!

Derek talks to Sinead about her difficult childhood, misdiagnosis, Borderline Personality Disorder, abandonment issues, elevated moods, tattoos, speaking out about mental health and cannabis!

Derek talks to Kristen about her career in professional extreme skiing, her reasons for writing 'The Art Of Fear', why we need to change our relationship with fear, tips for changing your mindset, what is behind your poor mental health and Zen therapy!

Derek talks to Maria about becoming a life coach, confidence, '321 Focus', gratitude, guided meditation, daily affirmations and things that are meant to be!