Best Irish Education System Podcasts (2025)

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Homesteading, Food Systems, and Off-Grid Water Solutions: A Conversation with Mark Bonnalie 1:41:23

2h ago1:41:23

1:41:23

In this hands-on episode, Rob Benson talks with homesteader Mark Bonnalie about the real work and rewards of self-sufficient living. From planting fruit trees and managing berry patches to raising livestock and maintaining off-grid water systems, this conversation offers an honest look at homesteading life. They cover spring projects, composting, b…

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The Power of Wholehearted Leadership with Dr. Kathryn Fishman-Weaver 55:29

5h ago55:29

55:29

🌟 The Power of Wholehearted Leadership: 4 Key Insights from Dr. Kathryn Fishman-Weaver 🌟 In this episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, we have an incredible conversation with Dr. Kathryn Fishman-Weaver, the Executive Director of Mizzou Academy. Some key takeaways from our conversation include: 📖 1. Stories Are …

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UCD One Health Centre 57:17

9h ago57:17

57:17

Dr Niamh McLoughlin, Executive Director, UCD One Health Centre, joined Cathal Somers on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to provide an insight into the UCD One Health Centre. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Mark Plunkett. To register for future webinars visit: …

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From Creative Burnout to Capturing the Joy of Work with Brian Doben 59:46

13h ago59:46

59:46

#568 Brian Doben is a celebrated commercial photographer whose journey into the craft was driven by pure instinct and a love for observing life—what he calls the “greatest romance” of his life aside from his marriage. Key themes throughout the episode include Brian’s unexpected entry into photography after realizing his first passion, professional …

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11.28-Bloody Sunset 56:06

12h ago56:06

56:06

You all knew this was coming Merch: cottonbureau.com/mikeduncan Patreon: patreon.com/revolutions

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Battle Beyond The Stars Review - Forbidden Worlds Film Festival With Spider-Dan 53:36

3d ago53:36

53:36

The Forbidden Worlds Film Festival continues with a Battle Beyond The Stars review! Mike & Spider-Dan continue their coverage of the Forbidden Worlds Film Festival 2025 with Roger Corman’s 1980 sci-fi (Star Wars rip-off) Battle Beyond The Stars; they discuss it in-depth and talk about the festival! Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/UCj…

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Sunlight, Circadian Rhythms, and the 80-20 Health Plan: A Conversation with Zaid K. Dahhaj 1:31:19

5d ago1:31:19

1:31:19

In this enlightening episode, Rob Benson engages with Zaid K. Dahhaj to explore the transformative power of heliotherapy and the critical role of circadian rhythms in achieving optimal health. They delve into the historical significance of sun therapy, the modern misconceptions surrounding sunlight exposure, and practical strategies to reconnect wi…

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FWFF Day One: The Big Picture Documentary By Arthur Cauty Review - Forbidden Worlds Film Festival With Spider-Dan 24:34

5d ago24:34

24:34

It’s the first day of the Forbidden Worlds Film Festival and we review The Big Picture Documentary! In this special episode, Mike & Spider-Dan talk about their first day at the film festival, where a documentary about Bristol’s Megascreen premiered, made by Arthur Cauty, called The Big Picture! The documentary showed the history of Bristol’s cinema…

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How Thoughtful Details Win Photography Clients for Life with Allie Siarto 49:44

5d ago49:44

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#567 Allie Siarto is a wedding and lifestyle photographer based in East Lansing, Michigan, and host of the Photo Field Notes podcast. The episode is a deep dive into the importance of creating a world-class experience for portrait clients, a factor Allie emphasizes as crucial for building client loyalty and generating referrals in the photography b…

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Dr. Laura Chávez-Moreno and How Schools Make Race: What They Miss by Staying in "Sesame Street" 48:53

7d ago48:53

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This week on An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, we talk with UCLA's Dr. Laura Chavez Moreno, author of "How Schools Make Race: Teaching Latinx Racialization in America". Dr. Chavez Moreno's work challenges us to think beyond superficial approaches to racial identity in schools. Here are three key themes and insights fr…

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E39: How to Avoid Being Overlooked For Leadership Roles 24:33

7d ago24:33

24:33

This episode focuses on how teachers can avoid feeling overlooked, particularly those with significant experience. The discussion includes the importance of self-reflection, skill development, positive affirmation, and aligning oneself with future leadership roles. I also touch on dealing with online criticism and I recognise the trauma and challen…

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The Mirror and the Megaphone: How Photography Reveals Who You Truly Are 25:21

7d ago25:21

25:21

#566 In this episode of the podcast, I explore how photography can be a powerful tool for self-discovery—not just a way to create beautiful images or chase technical perfection. I share my belief that the most meaningful photos aren’t always the ones that earn the most likes or comments. Instead, our true value as photographers comes from how hones…

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Interview 26: Paula Korsnakova and Eliane Segers (IEA) 47:39

8d ago47:39

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As educators, I wonder do we think much about the research that is done about education. I spoke with Paula Korsnakova and Eliane Segers from the IEA (International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement) to talk about educational research, with a focus on reading from digital devices. The following links may be useful if you'd l…

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Economist, Jim Power, discusses the export opportunities for Irish businesses in the Arab world 18:00

8d ago18:00

18:00

Economist, Jim Power, joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss the impact of US policies on the Irish economy, the ‘concentration risk’ facing many companies and why domestic businesses need to consider exporting to the Arab world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Cuty Gupta from Cozmotec outlines her unorthodox journey to becoming a tech entrepreneur 10:03

8d ago10:03

10:03

Cuty Gupta from Cozmotec joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss her journey from dentistry to the world of tech, how the business aims to bridge the knowledge gap for organisations that are using multiple technologies and her solution for non-tech founders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Dr. Darryl Williams from Partsol reveals the benefits of cognitive AI for organisations 13:54

8d ago13:54

13:54

Dr. Darryl Williams from Partsol joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss the cognitive AI firm, the importance of ‘absolute truth’ and why the presence of regulation and data privacy legislation attracted the US company to locate in Ireland. #KarlFitzpatrick #businessmatters #irishbusiness #irishbusinessnews #businessnews #entrepreneur karlfitzpatrick.ie…

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Tax-Efficient Pension Strategies for High Earners 47:09

8d ago47:09

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In this episode, Paul sits down once again with Aidan McLoughlin, Group Managing Director of ITC, to discuss how pensions can be used far beyond traditional retirement saving, as powerful tools for long-term wealth accumulation, tax sheltering, property investment, and legacy planning. They also dig into Malta-based retirement structures, why more …

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Managing clover to lower carbon and ammonia footprints 59:15

8d ago59:15

59:15

Dr. James Humphreys, Teagasc, joined Mark Gibson on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss managing clover to lower carbon and ammonia footprints. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Cathal Somers. To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/…

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11.27-The Revolutionary Underground 30:39

8d ago30:39

30:39

Come and get us. Merch: cottonbureau.com/mikeduncan Patreon: patreon.com/revolutionsBy Mike Duncan

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268 – Writing Black Panther & How It Changed Sci-fi: Afrofuturism, Supporting African Authors & The Intergalactic Empire of Wakanda With Suyi Davies Okungbowa 1:34:22

10d ago1:34:22

1:34:22

Suyi Davies Okungbowa is this week’s guest, to talk about his latest book, Black Panther: The Intergalactic Empire Of Wakanda, African authors, science fiction and more! In more detail; Mike & Suyi first talk about Suyi incorporates “twoness” in his writing and his implementation of it in the Black Panther novel and how it’s similar, and different,…

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Where are all the male primary teachers? 21:45

10d ago21:45

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Why are Irish primary schools overwhelmingly staffed by women? This episode delves into the statistics, societal pressures, and systemic issues keeping men out of primary teaching. We explore the impact on students, the broader implications for diversity in education, and what international solutions could mean for Ireland. Mentioned in this episod…

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Capturing the Action at the Indy 500 with Chris Owens 1:04:21

12d ago1:04:21

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#565 Chris Owens is the Director of Photo Operations for IndyCar, and in this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, he shares what it’s really like to photograph the iconic Indianapolis 500. From his first experiences with disposable cameras as a child to leading a team of photographers at one of the world’s largest single-day sporting event…

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Doug C. Brown from CEO Sales Strategies talks about Win Win Win and how it leads to revenue growth 18:22

13d ago18:22

18:22

Doug C. Brown from CEO Sales Strategies joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss working with the iconic Tony Robbins, the importance of Win Win Win and how he can help businesses to double their revenue. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Andrea Dermody from Dermody reveals how to build a truly inclusive culture within an organisation 9:48

13d ago9:48

9:48

Andrea Dermody from Dermody joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives that she implemented for State Street, the challenges for business when implementing DEI policies and how to build a truly inclusive culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Tony Ryan from Duneolas explains why his business has received financial backing from GPs 14:02

13d ago14:02

14:02

Tony Ryan from Duneolas joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss the electronic patient record and practice management system for GPs, the backing which the business has already received from medical professionals and why he is passionate about preventative healthcare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Beyond the Checklist: Jill Molli and Leading School Culture with a Conscious Bullseye 51:21

14d ago51:21

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🚀 New episode alert! 🎧 Tune into the latest episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast featuring Jill Molli, Chief Growth Officer for Conscious Discipline. We had a truly insightful conversation about how conscious leadership can drive significant culture shifts in education! Here are a few key takeaways from our dis…

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The Moment Isn't Everything in Photography 26:02

14d ago26:02

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#564 In this episode of the podcast, I dive deep into the idea that while capturing the right moment in photography matters most, it’s not everything. I share my own experiences as a photographer, especially those early days when I felt overwhelmed by all the camera settings—aperture, shutter speed, ISO—and how easy it is to get distracted by what …

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11.26-The Invasion of Mars 29:43

15d ago29:43

29:43

In January 2252 Omnicorp returned to Mars. And they were not messing around. Merch: cottonbureau.com/mikeduncan Patreon: patreon.com/revolutions

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How Private Equity Investing Really Works 1:00:32

15d ago1:00:32

1:00:32

In this episode, Paul talks with private equity expert Kevin MacSweeny about how entrepreneurs can release equity, unlock value, and scale their businesses. Without losing control. Key takeaways: Why equity release can help founders de-risk and still double or triple their business The difference between working in the business vs. on the business,…

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Boosting Biodiversity on Farmland 58:22

15d ago58:22

58:22

Dr Saorla Kavanagh, Teagasc Research Officer in Farmland Biodiversity, joined Cathal Somers on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Boosting Biodiversity on Farmland: What does good look like?’ A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Catherine Keena. To registe…

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The Forbidden Worlds Film Festival Preview: Coverage & What’s To Come On Genuine Chit-Chat 14:16

16d ago14:16

14:16

In this special episode Mike talks about the next three interviews he will be releasing on GCC as well as the huge amount of content he’ll be releasing at the end of May for the Forbidden Worlds Film Festival! From 28th May to 1st June, Mike & Spider-Dan will be at the Forbidden Worlds Film Festival to cover all 5 days of the event and hopefully in…

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CSL Report 8C: Diverse School Lives in light of religious control of schools 17:00

18d ago17:00

17:00

Exploring how migration status, ethnicity, and language shape children's primary school experiences in Ireland. Based on the Children's School Lives study, hearing from children, families, and educators on topics like wellbeing, belonging, learning, and facing challenges. This summary of the document is balanced by the findings of my own site, Opti…

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The 2021-2024 Small Schools Project Review 16:27

19d ago16:27

16:27

Join a Notebook LM deep dive comparing two significant reports on the future of small schools and teaching principalship in Ireland – the interim report from the IPPN in February 2004 and the review of the Small Schools Project 2021-2024 from September 2024 by the Department of Education. Has anything progressed? Mentioned in this episode: Music by…

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Growing as a Beginner through Photo Challenges with Kimberly Irish 41:46

19d ago41:46

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#563 Kimberly Irish is a community member and moderator of the Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook group. Kim, based in Wisconsin, shares her journey from picking up a camera out of necessity to document her family’s life, to becoming a sought-after photographer who now primarily shoots weddings. The discussion explores the evolution of Kim’s ski…

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Restorative Practices for School Leaders to Embed Systems & Shift Adult Culture with Nicholas Bradford 59:57

21d ago59:57

59:57

In this episode of An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast, Peter Stiepleman sits down with Nicholas Bradford, Founder and Executive Director of the National Center for Restorative Justice. Nicholas is also the co-author of A Real-World Guide to Restorative Justice in Schools: Practical Philosophy, Useful Tools, and True Sto…

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Photo Q&A: How Do You Keep Kids Smiling and Still During a Photo Shoot? 35:19

21d ago35:19

35:19

#562 In Today’s Episode of the podcast I chat with YOU as I dive into your most pressing photo questions. I take listener-submitted questions and share advice, stories, and practical strategies based on my own experiences as a photographer. Whether you’re wrestling with when to put a signature or logo on your images, trying to wrangle energetic kid…

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Tax Efficient Business Structures 12:10

22d ago12:10

12:10

Sole Trader vs. Partnership vs. Limited Company: Which is Best for Your Business in Ireland? In this video, we delve into the three primary business structures in Ireland. Sole tradership, partnership, and limited companies. We explore the tax implications, risks, and wealth creation potential associated with each structure. Learn why limited compa…

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FarmBioNet 58:24

23d ago58:24

58:24

Dr Meritxell Grau Butinyac, Teagasc & FarmBioNet Project Manager, joined Mark Gibson on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to provide an insight into FarmBioNet - a Farmer-Focused Biodiversity and Agricultural Knowledge Network. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Ca…

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11.25-The Disaster 28:34

23d ago28:34

28:34

It was quite a disaster

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267 – Young Sherlock Holmes 40th Anniversary Review: Forbidden Worlds Film Festival And More! 33:12

23d ago33:12

33:12

Mike has been busy releasing review & discussions of Star Wars: Andor Season 2, but has taken a quick break to review the 1985 movie Young Sherlock Holmes, directed by Barry Levinson and written by Chris Columbus! In more detail, it’s the 40th Anniversary of the movie and as Mike is attending the Forbidden Worlds Film Festival, where a special show…

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Adam Belusko from Avtrac explains why aviation assets are delivering big returns for investors 11:51

25d ago11:51

11:51

Adam Belusko from Avtrac joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss the technical services which it delivers to the aviation industry, the returns which aviation assets are delivering for investors and the challenges which such assets can pose for investment houses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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John Hyland from ClubSpot reveals how it is helping membership organisations to increase revenue 12:11

24d ago12:11

12:11

John Hyland from ClubSpot joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss how the completion of a project for his Sports Management degree provided him with the idea for ClubSpot, how the app can help membership-based organisations to increase their revenue and his plans to bring the solution to the international market. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…

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Silvana Landa McAdam from Landa Bags discusses the global demand for her products 17:03

24d ago17:03

17:03

Silvana Landa McAdam from Landa Bags joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss how her experience of working for L’Oréal provided her with the idea for the business, the importance of sustainability during the manufacturing process and the global demand which has been created for her bags. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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