Best Chris Connell Podcasts (2026)

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Navigating the Marketing Landscape Ft Victoria Vella 41:12

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In this conversation, Victoria Vella shares her extensive journey in the marketing industry, detailing her role as head of growth at Dusted, an independent agency. She discusses her career path, the challenges she faced, and the importance of adaptability in a competitive landscape. Victoria offers valuable advice for aspiring marketers, emphasizin…

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Navigating Job Market Challenges Ft Larry L. Chism 44:50

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The conversation delves into the challenges faced by job candidates in the current market, highlighting the difficulties in securing opportunities due to factors beyond qualifications. It emphasizes the role of algorithms in the hiring process, where resumes must meet specific keyword criteria to be considered, leading to a more competitive and oft…

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#No.30 At the Turning of the Year: A 2025 Round-Up 16:06

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End of Year Round-Up: 2025 | Save Our Sperrins In this special end-of-year episode, Save Our Sperrins looks back over a pivotal year in the campaign to protect the Sperrin Mountains from gold mining. From the suspension of the Public Inquiry in January, through moments of international solidarity, creative resistance and legal challenge, to the rel…

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#No.29 Extractivism, Emissions and the Reality Behind COP30- A Conversation with Lynda Sullivan 42:52

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In this episode of the Save Our Sperrins Podcast, I’m joined again by writer and activist Lynda Sullivan, fresh from COP30 in Brazil. Lynda spent just one day inside the official Blue Zone, focusing instead on the People’s Summit and the global gatherings organised by Yes to Life, No to Mining, alongside thematic forums examining the mining and ext…

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Building a Dynamic Team in a Startup Ft Lindsay Warren 50:10

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In this episode, Lindsay Warren shares her journey from a sales development rep to leading growth at People Data Labs. She discusses the importance of hiring dynamic individuals, the mission of the company in building workforce data, and the strategies for effective marketing and sales messaging. Lindsay emphasizes the role of AI in enhancing marke…

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#No.28 One Landscape, One Fight: Cross-Border Resistance to Fracking & Mining 1:12:37

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In this episode, we sit down with two men who helped shape one of the most remarkable grassroots movements on the island of Ireland: the cross-border resistance to fracking along the Leitrim–Fermanagh border. Back in 2012, when few understood the scale of the threat, farmers, families and community organisers began to join the dots between their we…

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Freedom vs. Responsibility in Entrepreneurship Ft Ivor Stratford 40:16

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In this episode, Ivor Stratford walks through his journey from early entrepreneurial roots to building Morpheus, a recruitment firm focused on high-growth AI and tech companies. He highlights the realities of running a business, owning every outcome, staying consistent, and finding healthier ways to manage pressure, including his decision to quit d…

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#No.27 Raised by the Hills – A Conversation with Kelan Grant 54:39

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This week’s podcast features Kelan Grant, a successful professional mountain biker — and a childhood friend of my own children, with family ties that stretch back over forty-five years. Kelan has been on bikes almost since he could walk. He grew up in Knockmoyle, at the edge of the Sperrins, and now lives and races professionally out of Morzine in …

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The Joy of Business: Winning Strategies Ft Chris McShanag 30:37

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In this conversation, Chris McShanag discusses the importance of understanding key business metrics and the joy of winning in business. He introduces the MIND methodology, emphasizing the need for businesses to identify their most important number to gauge success. (00:00) - Introduction and Chris’ mission (01:10) - Evolution of remote work and glo…

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#No.26 Business, Human Rights and the Battle for Accountability a Conversation with Chris O Connell Trócaire . 1:05:17

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Chris O’Connell, Trócaire In this episode of Protecting the Sperrins – Voices from the Frontline, Marella Fyffe speaks with Chris O’Connell, Senior Policy Advisor at Trócaire, about the growing global movement for a UN Treaty on Business and Human Rights. From decades of work across the Global South, Chris brings a deep understanding of how deregul…

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The Role of Volunteers in Governance Ft Erin Connell 37:06

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The conversation delves into the challenges faced by the nonprofit sector, particularly focusing on the reliance on volunteer boards for governance. Erin Connell highlights the inadequacies of this model and emphasizes the need for effective leadership and transformation within nonprofit board structures. nonprofit leadership, board governance, vol…

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Leadership, Longevity and the Human Side of Sales ft. David Lynchehaun 50:03

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If you want a B2B podcast system that actually drives pipeline - check out: 👉 https://thepod.fm?utm_source=pod In this episode I sit down with David Lynchehaun from the Morson Group to break down what it takes to lead huge sales operations, navigate complex multi-year deals, and build genuine, long-term client relationships. They turn over £1.5bn a…

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#No.25 How Small Food Producers Strengthen a Rural Economy: Dart Mountain Cheese 1:03:55

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In this week’s episode, I sit down with Julie from Dart Mountain Cheese, an artisan cheesemaking company rooted deep in the foothills of the Sperrins. What begins as a story about cheese quickly becomes something much bigger: a conversation about place, sustainability, and how to build a meaningful livelihood in a rural landscape often written off …

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The Change Makers’ Playbook Ft Giorgia Prestento 35:11

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‘Change is Coming. Will You Lead or Chase it?’ is a short 2-minute assessment that reveals how ready you are to lead through change. You’ll receive personalised results, readiness scores, and a complimentary digital copy of my book Master the Change Maze. https://giorgia-change.scoreapp.com In this conversation, Giorgia Prestento shares her journey…

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#No.24 UK Critical Minerals Strategy 2035: What It Means for Communities and the Environment 9:27

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In this bonus episode, I dig into the UK’s newly published Critical Minerals Strategy 2035 — a document dressed up as environmental responsibility, yet rooted in the same extractive logic that has driven ecological breakdown for decades. Behind its polished language lies a blueprint for expanded mining, weakened planning protections and a deeper en…

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#No.23 Dr Steven H. Emerman – The Science of Failure: Truth, Risk, and Responsibility 1:21:17

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In this episode, Marella speaks with Dr Steven H. Emerman, hydrologist, geophysicist, and one of the world’s leading independent experts on mine tailings storage facilities. Dr Emerman brings decades of research and international experience to a conversation that cuts through technical jargon and gets to the heart of what’s at stake in the Dalradia…

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Revolutionizing Marketing Attribution Ft Sushil Goel 31:37

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In this conversation, Sushil Goel shares his entrepreneurial journey from being an electrical engineer to founding LayerFive, a marketing data platform. He discusses the challenges he faced in the marketing technology space, the importance of ID resolution, and how he built his startup from the ground up. Sushil emphasizes the significance of mento…

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#No.22 Mining the Truth: A Conversation with Lynda Sullivan 51:02

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Lynda Sullivan has spent years working with communities affected by mining, from the Andes to the Sperrins. She speaks about how Ireland became a “green sacrifice zone”, the myth of mining as a climate solution, and what happens when governments trade nature for profit. Her work with CAIM and the Yes to Life, No to Mining network connects local str…

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From Kickstarter to Industry Leader Ft Bradley Dillon 32:43

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In this episode of Visionary Voices, Bradley Dillon shares his journey in the robotics and automation industry, detailing the founding of Luxonis and its innovative approach to machine perception. He discusses the transition from a Kickstarter-funded startup to a successful B2B enterprise, the importance of building a strong team, and the integrati…

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#No.21 Butterlope Farm – A Different Kind of Progress 57:11

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In this episode, we visit Butterlope Farm near Plumbridge, in the heart of the Sperrin Mountains, where Annie and Vincent Mullan have built a life rooted in care — for land, people, and community. Annie, with her background in environmental education, and Vincent, a lifelong farmer, have created a social farm that shows how upland farming can be bo…

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The Journey from Finance to Human-Centered Leadership Ft Grift Krehnbrink 44:01

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In this episode, Grift Krehnbrink, Chief Commercial Officer of Thoughtium, shares his journey from finance to leadership development. He discusses the importance of visibility in organizations, the need for emotional buy-in when casting vision, and the role of AI in business. Grift emphasizes the significance of human connection in sales and the ch…

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#No.20 From the Sperrins to COP 30: Dr Lorna Gold on Caring for Creation 43:50

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In this episode, Marella speaks with Dr Lorna Gold, Executive Director of the Laudato Si’ Movement — a global network inspired by Pope Francis’s call to care for our common home. From her long experience in climate justice and faith-based environmental work, Lorna brings insight into how moral and spiritual leadership can shape our collective respo…

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Leading with Heart and Innovation Ft Eloise Moffett 26:56

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In this conversation, Eloise Moffett, Vice President of Commercial at Innovative Trials, shares her journey from the travel industry to the clinical trials sector. She discusses her leadership style, the importance of creativity in her role, and the significance of understanding client personas. Eloise emphasizes the need for personal development, …

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# No 19. Sacred Sperrins Living Land :A Conversation with Kerry McCory 53:01

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In this episode, I speak with Kerry McCrory, who lives in Coneyglen in the heart of the Sperrins. Through her holistic practice, Kerry helps people reconnect with balance, colour, and the deeper rhythms of nature — but over the years, her care for human well-being has become inseparable from her care for the land itself - through her opposition to …

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Navigating the Startup Landscape Ft Jon Hering 41:01

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In this conversation, Jon Hering shares his journey from the corporate world to the startup ecosystem, discussing the challenges and lessons learned along the way. He emphasizes the importance of aligning work with personal values and the need for startups to engage closely with their customers. Jon elaborates on TalentMapper's mission to enhance e…

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#No.18 Frontlines of Justice:James Orr on Power, Place and the Politics of Extraction 1:16:30

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In this conversation, James Orr — Director of Friends of the Earth Northern Ireland — joins us to reflect on decades of environmental work, solidarity, and vision for change. From his long-standing support for the Save Our Sperrins campaign to his calls for an independent environmental agency and a just settlement for Lough Neagh, James brings a ra…

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The Power of Sales and Adaptability Ft Chris Allaire 38:50

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In this episode of Visionary Voices, Chris Allaire, founder and CEO of Averity, shares his entrepreneurial journey, insights into the staffing industry, and the importance of sales skills. He discusses the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, the role of technology and AI in business, and offers valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs. C…

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#No.17Divided by Gold, Rooted in Place: Emma Conway on Family, Land and Belonging 52:26

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In this conversation, Marella speaks with Emma Conway, founder of Sperrin Soul Forest School — a mother, educator, and member of an extended local family whose differing views on the goldmine mirror the wider divisions playing out across this rural community While parts of Emma’s family have engaged with Dalradian, others, including Emma herself, h…

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From Funded to Bootstrapped Ft Razak Malas 32:26

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In this conversation, Razak Malas shares insights into his journey as an entrepreneur, focusing on his current offshore staffing company and the lessons learned from previous ventures. He discusses the importance of maintaining a lean team, the transition from a funded to a bootstrapped business model, and strategies for rapid growth. Raz emphasize…

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#No.16 Hope is a Luxury, Resistance is Intergenerational – Gerry McGovern Speaks Out 58:25

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What happens when the drive for endless growth leaves nothing but waste behind? Gerry McGovern, author of the After the Goldrush podcast , joins me to explore how mining — and the mindset that fuels it — mirrors the same destructive patterns we see in the digital world. Our conversation looks at what it means for communities like ours in the Sperri…

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#No. 15 Sinéad Ní Mhearnóg : Language, Community and Courage 52:11

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In this episode I speak with Sinéad Ní Mhearnóg Uí Ghéibheannaigh, a young mother, poet, and advocate for the Irish language from ConyGlen near Greencastle. Sinéad works with Glór na nGael, supporting communities to keep the language alive, and has long been a passionate voice in the Save Our Sperrins campaign. We talk about her roots in the Sperri…

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#No.14 Law, Land, and Justice: Dr Amy Strecker on the Sperrins 37:04

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In this episode, I speak with Dr Amy Strecker, Associate Professor at the Sutherland School of Law in UCD and one of the volunteer expert witnesses supporting the Public Inquiry into goldmining in the Sperrins. Amy brings her expertise in land law, justice, and cultural landscapes, helping us understand how law can both protect and endanger communi…

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#No.13 Council Stands with the People, Not Dalradian 5:50

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This update brings you inside the Council chamber as Fermanagh and Omagh District Council refused Dalradian’s latest attempts to delay site restoration until 2025. From explosive claims that their works are “miniscule” to councillors openly admitting unfamiliarity with the site, it was a meeting that laid bare the contradictions and the politics ar…

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#No.12 Dancing with the Earth: Mary McGuiggan on Rights of Nature and Connection 43:05

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In this episode, I sit down with Mary McGuiggan — A Derry woman, retired primary school teacher, renowned Irish dancer and dance teacher, activist, mother, grandmother, and Gaelic speaker are just some of her many talents . Mary has been at the heart of building the Rights of Nature campaign in Northern Ireland and is one of the founders of The Gat…

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#No.11 Hard-Earned Wisdom from Navan: A Conversation with Nuala and Mairéad Heaney 1:23:37

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What is it really like to live beside a mine? In this episode of the Save Our Sperrins Podcast – Voices from the Frontline, we hear from sisters Nuala and Mairéad Heaney of Navan, County Meath. Their family home sits in the shadow of the Randalstown tailings dam — a toxic reservoir that has grown stage by stage since the late 1970s. For communities…

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The AppSumo Success Story Ft Nick Christensen 52:14

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In this conversation, Nick Christensen, head of growth at AppSumo, shares insights into the company's unique business model, which focuses on providing lifetime deals for software products to entrepreneurs. He discusses the importance of feedback loops in product development, effective marketing strategies, and the future of email marketing. Nick a…

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#No.10 From Greencastle to the Council: Emmet McAleer on Speaking Truth to Power 53:35

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From community halls to the council chamber, Emmet McAleer carried the voice of the Sperrins into local government. Here he reflects on that journey. In 2019, Emmet made history when he was elected to the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council on a single issue: stopping the goldmine. Against the odds, he unseated a sitting SDLP councillor and became…

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Unlocking Entrepreneurial Growth Ft Eddie Jimenez 38:38

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In this episode of the Visionary Voices podcast, Eddie shares his journey as an entrepreneur, emphasizing the importance of personal growth, building strong foundations, and the challenges faced by founders. He discusses the significance of having a supportive community and the necessity of understanding one's ideal client profile. Eddie also refle…

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Navigating the HR Landscape Ft Neil Katz 31:04

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In this episode of the Visionary Voices podcast, Neil Katz shares his extensive journey in HR and entrepreneurship, discussing the pivotal moments that shaped his career. He emphasizes the importance of support networks, the challenges of business growth, and the necessity of embracing AI in the workplace. Neil also reflects on personal development…

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# No.9 Drawing the Line: Counter-Mapping the Sperrins with V’cenza Cirefice 35:44

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In this episode I sit down with V’cenza Cirefice — activist, researcher and long-time supporter of Save Our Sperrins. V’cenza has been a constant presence in the campaign, bringing not only her energy on the ground but also her skills in counter-mapping and visual storytelling. We talk about how these creative tools give power back to communities, …

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#No.8 At the Doorstep of the Mine: Olivia and Tish on Protecting Greencastle’s Future 43:53

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In this episode I talk with Olivia and Tish, two young mums living just a stone’s throw from where the mine and processing plant are planned. Their concerns go far beyond their own families — they speak about the heart of Greencastle itself, where neighbours lean on each other, traditions are carried on, and community is the lifeblood of village li…

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The Elite Executive Group You Never Heard About Ft Brian Kropp 51:49

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In this conversation, Brian Kropp discusses the evolving landscape of AI strategies and membership-based business models. He emphasizes the importance of renewal rates, cash flow management, and creating value for clients. The discussion also covers the challenges of outbound sales, the role of influencers in business growth, and the potential disr…

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Building a Winning Team Ft Dale Cooper 34:39

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In this episode of Visionary Voices, Dale Cooper shares his entrepreneurial journey, discussing his transition from the corporate world to owning two managed service providers. He emphasizes the importance of building a strong team and company culture, adapting to change, and the role of AI in business. Dale also reflects on the lessons he's learne…

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#No. 7 Human Rights in the Hills: Mary Lawlor on Defending the Defenders 39:12

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Human Rights in the Hills: Mary Lawlor on Defending the Defenders What happens when a rural community stands its ground for ten years—and the world begins to take notice? In this special anniversary episode, we’re joined by Mary Lawlor, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on Human Rights Defenders, to reflect on the ongoing campaign to protect th…

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Empowering Women in Business: The Horizon Awards Ft Russ 29:57

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In this conversation, Russ shares his journey in launching the Business Intelligence Group, a unique business aimed at creating awards. He discusses his transition from a corporate career to entrepreneurship, the challenges and pivotal moments he faced, and the importance of community and feedback in shaping his business. Russ also highlights the i…

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#No.6 This Is Our Land: The Hollywoods on Farming, Family and the Fight for the Sperrins 50:02

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The Hollywood family have lived and farmed in the Sperrins for generations. But now, their home lies in the shadow of a proposed goldmine. In this moving conversation, they share what it feels like to live with that looming threat—day in, day out. This episode is about place, memory, and the quiet courage it takes to protect what you love. 📣 Share,…

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#No. 5 Bridging Divides - Nature , Healing and Protecting the Sperrin Mountains 48:01

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In this thoughtful and quietly powerful conversation, we speak with Dr Louise Taylor — a political researcher, eco-therapist, and member of the Unionist community — about her journey into the heart of the Save Our Sperrins campaign. With a PhD exploring the relationship between nature and mental health, Louise brings a deeply informed and personal …

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#No. 4 Ten Years On: Reflections from the Heart of the Sperrins 10:11

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About this episode: This solo podcast marks a major milestone: ten years since a group of ordinary people in the Sperrin Mountains in Northern Ireland said no to a proposed goldmine — and yes to something much more powerful: community, care, and commitment to place. In this heartfelt reflection, Marella Fyffe , a member of Save Our Sperrins team , …

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# No. 3 Ten Years On: Fidelma, Cormac, and the Power of Community 48:12

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In this episode, we hear from two key voices in the Save Our Sperrins campaign — Fidelma O’Kane and Cormac McAleer. While many played a part in founding SOS, Fidelma and Cormac have remained a steady presence throughout. Ten years on, they reflect on what sparked the movement, how the community has held strong, and why the campaign to protect the S…

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#No. 2 Save Our Sperrins Podcast Special: What Happened at the Public Inquiry January 2025 8:32

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In this special episode of the Sperrins Podcast, we take you inside the short-lived but revealing Public Inquiry into the Dalradian goldmine proposal. From the opening day’s dysfunction to its sudden collapse just three days later, this episode tells the full story of what happened—and why it matters. 📣 Share, review, and help amplify our story SAV…