Best Paddy Cunningham Podcasts (2026)

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2026 Top Tips starting a Mounjaro /Wegovy supported weight loss journey. 1:05:46

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Tap here to send us a whatsapp message ⁠ or if you can’t tap, simply send your message to: +353851343766 It is New Year’s Day, and we are back with a fresh episode of The Dose with Paddy and Belinda. In this one, we share the practical, real world tips we wish we could tell ourselves on day one of a GLP 1 supported journey, with a strong focus on f…

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Happy Christmas from Paddy & Belinda 45:24

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Tap here to send us a whatsapp message or if you can’t tap, simply send your message to: +353851343766 In our Christmas special, we are decking the halls with reflections from the year that was. The highs, the hard bits, the unexpected wins, the moments that made us laugh, and the ones that caught us completely off guard. Think of it as our end of …

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From fighting my body to working with it, Aja Beckett on GLP-1s and why Shotsy was born 1:19:33

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Tap here to send us a whatsapp message In this episode of The Dose, we are joined by Aja Beckett, founder of Shotsy and a member of the GLP-1 weight loss community. Aja shares her personal journey of living with obesity, years of dieting, food noise, fear, and the moment she realised that getting a prescription was only the beginning, not the solut…

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The Reality of Long Term Weight Loss and What Nobody Tells You About Maintenance 50:01

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What if the hardest part of weight loss isn’t losing the weight at all… but what comes next? In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Paddy and Belinda open up about the unexpected emotional twists of long term weight loss, the messy transition into maintenance, changing medications, body image, loose skin, and the mental load that never gets talke…

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Switching Treatments, Staying Safe: Experts Insight on What Matters Most with Jason Murphy 59:50

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Thinking about changing your weight loss treatment or accessing weight loss medication? Here’s what you need to know before you do. 💬 In this episode of The Dose, Paddy and Belinda are joined by Superintendent Pharmacist and weight-management expert Jason Murphy from ePharm NI for a straight-talking look at how to switch treatments safely and confi…

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The Real Work Begins: What Maintenance Really Feels Like [S3E3] 53:40

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What really happens after the weight loss? Paddy and Belinda open up about the messy, motivating middle ground of maintenance — when the scale slows, hunger shifts, and the focus turns to strength, movement, and mindset. They share personal experiences with dose changes and how not to do things!! along with the challenge of finding balance between …

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From Frozen Grapes to Feck It: Lorna’s (lorzylovey) honest take on life after 40, self-worth, and laughing your way back to health. [S3E2] 1:01:46

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Lorna Cronin aka lorzylovey - joins Paddy and Belinda for a laugh-out-loud, heart-on-sleeve conversation about finding humour and self-worth on the road back to health. From Cork chaos to comedy sketches, from grief to growth, she shares how laughter helped her rebuild confidence when life felt heavy. This episode is equal parts honesty, craic, and…

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Hello Season 3 - We Are Back! [S3E1] 47:16

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We’re back! After two months away, Paddy and Belinda swap updates on wins, setbacks, and everything in between: Electric Picnic, weddings, the velvet jacket fit-check, maintenance without obsession, training around shoulder pain, and theme-park realities when your body has changed. Expect honesty, laughs, and the usual banter! You’ll hear about Let…

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Price Hikes & Panic: What’s Really Going On? 23:27

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PRICES INCREASE - SPECIAL EPISODE Paddy and Belinda jump back on the mic for a “microdose” episode after a whirlwind week in obesity care across Ireland and the UK. With sudden price hikes on weight loss medications sparking panic, confusion, and sleepless nights for many, they break down what’s really happening, what misinformation to avoid, and—m…

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Goodbye from Paddy & Belinda... for now. [S2E15] 59:17

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It's the final episode of season 2 of The Dose. We're taking a break for a few weeks - but before we do - we met up in person again (only our 2nd time ever to meet in person!). Recorded on location in Ireland, sit back - relax and enjoy the finale of season 2. We'll be back before too long - aiming for September with more fantastic expert guests, c…

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(Video) Live Stream with Paddy - Journey update and Q&A [S2E14] 53:04

6M ago53:04

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Join Paddy on this recent recorded livestream from Instagram where he takes you through his journey so far, answers some questions and general chit chat on life. This episode displays some content on screen in the video episode on Spotify. Also a wee heads up we have 2 further episodes to come in Season two before we take our short summer break - y…

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Weight Lost, Love Found: A Bariatric Love Story [S2E13] 1:22:18

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In this episode, Paddy and Belinda welcome guests Jason and Sue, who share their transformative journeys through bariatric surgery. They discuss the significant weight loss, improvements in mental health, and the importance of community support. The conversation delves into the challenges of navigating social situations, food choices, and the impac…

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Shocking news for Paddy & Belinda gets real 😲 [S2E12] 58:46

7M ago58:46

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This week marks one full year since Paddy took his very dose of weight loss medication (Mounjaro) —and what a year it’s been. In this powerful, insightful, and occasionally outrageous episode, Paddy opens up about the emotional and physical milestones of his 100+ lb weight loss journey, including a jaw-dropping discovery from his recent metabolic t…

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Rebuilding Confidence, One Outfit at a Time with Sarah Lyons [S2E11] 1:05:48

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Paddy and Belinda chat with stylist and body confidence coach Sarah Lyons about how clothes can help you reconnect with yourself—especially after body changes. From shopping anxiety to styling tips for real bodies. Sarah shares practical advice and emotional insights on dressing with confidence, self-compassion, and joy. Fashion isn’t about changin…

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2025 Update: Top tips when starting Mounjaro / Ozempic [S2E10] 1:02:24

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Paddy and Belinda update on everything they wish they’d known at the beginning of their weight loss journeys on GLP-1 medications. From hunger myths and mindset traps to protein goals and movement truths, this episode is packed with heartfelt advice and a few laughs (and a few KitKats too). Whether you're just starting out or deep in your own journ…

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More Than a Jab: The Uneducated PT Karl O’Rourke on the Power of GLP-1s and Belonging [S2E9] 1:09:21

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What if the most powerful part of your weight loss journey wasn’t the number on the scale — but the people you meet along the way? In this episode of The Dose, Paddy and Belinda sit down with Karl O’Rourke — better known as The Uneducated PT — for an eye-opening, no-BS conversation about weight loss medications, fitness culture, and why real health…

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A Lighter Body, A Louder Voice: What We Gained by Losing almost 200lbs [S2E8] 1:01:02

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We lost almost 100 pounds each—but spoiler alert: we didn’t magically become perfect humans. In this laugh-through-the-tears episode, Paddy and Belinda unpack the wild, wonderful, and downright weird things that happen after weight loss. From squeezing into Paul Mescal-style O’Neills shorts to Belinda strutting around in mustard mini skirts (with a…

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From ‘10-Ton Tessie’ to 12 Stone Down: Ashley’s Journey of Weight, Worth & Warriorship [S2E7] 1:35:38

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At only 10 years old, they called her “10-Ton Tessie” —and those words stuck harder than the weight ever did. In this raw and deeply personal episode, Ashley O’Driscoll (@ashleyodriscoll_) joins Paddy and Belinda to share the untold story behind her incredible 12-stone weight loss, and the emotional scars that couldn’t be measured on a scale. From …

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Holidays, Velvet Jackets & Red Flag Realisations [S2E6] 1:15:06

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Send us a text In this week’s episode, Paddy returns from his very first holiday since starting Mounjaro and shares how it felt to travel while on a weight loss journey. We dive into how our taste buds—and even cravings—have evolved, and Belinda has a lightbulb moment about how she’s neck for neck with Paddy in a particular aspect of her journey to…

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Dr Mick Crotty - Obesity Medicine Specialist in conversation with Paddy & Belinda [S2E5] 1:46:39

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Mick Crotty, a GP and Obesity Medicine Specialist with a passion for transforming how we treat obesity. Dr. Crotty shares his personal journey into obesity medicine and opens up about the work he does at My Best Weight, Irelands leading dedicated weight management clinic that’s changing lives through compassion…

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It's time to spill some tea....... [S2E4] 1:18:39

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Send us a text Its time to spill some tea...... Some insight into our journeys that we have never spoken about before. From Paddy being constantly pushed to do something he didn't want to by a 'Professional' healthcare service - to Belinda's experience of being told one thing - but being able to achieve another proving someone wrong. We also talk a…

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Belinda discusses Stretching Beyond Stereotypes - Pilates for Real Life, with coach Emer [S2E3] 42:22

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Send us a text In this episode, Belinda and her pilates instructor Emer discuss the transformative power of Pilates, exploring its accessibility, the importance of breath, and how it can support recovery and overall well-being. Emer shares her journey from teaching to creating an inclusive environment for all body types and ages, emphasising the si…

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Weddings, Weight & What They Don’t Tell You – Donna’s Story [S2E2] 1:20:49

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Send us a text Community Special: Donnas Story In this very touching episode, Paddy and Belinda, are joined by a member of our community, Donna, who shares her journey as we discuss the emotional and psychological aspects of weight loss, ranging from bariatric surgery, slimming clubs, medication and more. We hear of Donnas lifelong battle with weig…

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We are BACK 🥳 Life update & hello Season 2 [S2E1] 1:11:57

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Send us a text Paddy and Belinda reunite in person for our season two premier, sharing personal updates on their medical weight loss journeys and reconnecting after a break from the podcast. (This is our first time ever meeting!!) • Paddys SHOCKING weight regain ...... no really. • We chat about Paddy on TV in a documentary "The Skinny Jab Revoluti…

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Special - Paddys Interview on Radio - Ocean FM Ireland 15:49

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Send us a text This Interview is from Ocean FM Ireland, on the North West Today programme with Niall Delaney - Tuesday March 4th 2025. Paddy shares his transformative weight loss journey using GLP-1 treatment and challenges common misconceptions about obesity treatment. He highlights how understanding obesity as a chronic disease rather than a will…

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Special - Belinda & Paddy on Radio - Newstalk Ireland 15:28

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Send us a text Belinda & Paddy were invited onto national radio station Newstalk, to speak with Kieran Cuddihy on The Hard Shoulder programme. 13 Feb 2025 This interview was to coincide the arrival of Mounjaro onto the market in the Republic of Ireland.By Paddy Cunningham

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Time to say goodbye 😔 Paddys WOW moment this week & Belindas amazing transformation continues 1:02:58

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Send us a text We celebrate the end of this period of the The Dose, reflecting on our podcast's evolution, listener engagement, and significant learnings. The episode emphasizes the importance of professional guidance in health conversations and invites listeners to share their journeys for future episodes. Eli Lilly respond to our request for info…

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Food Noise, Oprah and Paddy finds a new bone 👀 50:42

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Send us a text Todays episode (sorry we're late) is a pick n mix of conversation, starting with a chat about food noise, onto Belinda's recent mile stone on Social Media, and also shares a glimpse of her experience with Overeaters Anonymous. Paddy shares an update on how much Lean Body mass he has lost in the last four months from his DEXA scan and…

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Paddy is stopping Mounjaro 😱 and maintenance chats. 1:00:37

12M ago1:00:37

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Send us a text Paddy prepares to stop taking Mounjaro, acknowledging the anxiety and unknowns associated with this significant change Belinda interviews Paddy about this new territory in an extremely honest and raw episode. We delve into his recent journey, discussing surgery implications, and reflects on maintenance beyond weight, fostering a deep…

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Body Image - seeing isn't always believing 1:06:53

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Send us a text This episode dives deep into the emotional complexities surrounding body image during a weight loss journey, examining how perceptions can often lag behind physical changes. Paddy shares his experiences with body image over the years, while Belinda reflects on societal beauty standards and the influence of social media on self-esteem…

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Nutrition & Food for your weight loss journey 1:32:24

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Send us a text The podcast episode focuses on resetting nutrition for individuals using GLP-1 medications like Mounjaro, Ozempic, Saxenda etc. We discuss strategies to manage food intake, the importance of hydration, and how to create a balanced approach while being gentle with yourself. Paddy is a qualified Personal Trainer & Nutritional Coach and…

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Tips when starting Mounjaro, New Years Resolutions (BS?) and post Christmas checkin 1:09:30

1y ago1:09:30

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Send us a text Welcome to our final episode of 2024! We discuss navigating New Year resolutions and the pressure put on us by social media around this time of year, we reflect on how Christmas week went (Paddys first Christmas on Mounjaro), we also check in to see how is Belinda getting on having recently joined the gym - and Paddy shares some lear…

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🎄 Christmas Special 🎄 50:42

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Send us a text It's hard to believe it but it's time for a Christmas special! 🎄Paddy & Belinda are back chatting about where their heads are at in relation to Christmas & dealing with a weight loss journey. For Belinda her third whilst on a medically supported journey - and Paddy his first. Paddy also shares his experience of working with an Online…

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Slimming Clubs & Black Market Medications 1:21:41

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Send us a text Welcome to another episode of The Dose, Belinda is back this week and we have some great conversation about black market medications such as Ozempic, Mounjaro & the unreleased Retatrutide - as highlighted in a recent TV show that Paddy was part of. As we approach January we also reflect on our experiences good and bad, of various wei…

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130lbs weight loss - Ozempic, Bariatric Surgery, & tips for Christmas with Rob Cumiskey 1:25:50

1y ago1:25:50

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Send us a text In this episode of The Dose Paddy is joined by Rob Cumiskey who shares his journey of weight gain, being on Ozempic and more recently undergoing bariatric surgery and the next step in his journey. Rob has also undertaken studies to now work as a coach via his own company Bennu Health Coaching specializing in supporting clients who ma…

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🚨 Breaking News: Mounjaro in Ireland 🚨 5:22

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Send us a text A breaking news episode about Mounjaro being released in the Republic of Ireland! 🚨 We have also reached out to Eli Lilly for more comment and will bring it to you here when we can. Thanks to the Irish Independent for covering this and credit to them for the original report - you can read their full piece here. None of the content in…

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Advocacy, Stigma, and Success : Health Coaching Unpacked with Nikki Virag 53:20

1y ago53:20

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Send us a text In this episode we are joined by our first guest Nikki Virag who is a Health Coach, holding a Nutrition & Health Coaching Diploma and who is the Lead Health Coach with Beyond BMI which offers a multidisciplinary approach to weight management. We delve into so many great topics about what is health coaching, the role it plays in weigh…

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Weight Loss Plateaus - Breaking the 8 month stall. 41:43

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Send us a text In this episode we explore a near eight month weight loss plateau even whilst on Ozempic & Mounjaro - along with exploring does that mean its it when you hit a plateau or what steps you can take to try and break through them. We also chat about a massive milestone for Belinda on her weight loss progress and we randomly end up chattin…

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Heartbreak, Hopes & Happiness : Belindas Story [microDose] 6:27

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Send us a text In this touching microDose episode, Belinda shares her journey of more than 30 years of trying to get control over her weight. A journey with heartbreak, hopes and happiness. A journey that so many will relate to. A journey that Belinda shares so vulnerably, openly and honestly - so much so, you may want to grab a tissue 💜 www.thedos…

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I regained 9.5 stone 💔- microDose 8:24

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Send us a text In this special video episode, Paddy shared his emotional journey into a lifetime of weight loss and weight regain, with the most significant happening when he regained 9 and half stone over recent years. If you are someone who has ever 'fallen off the wagon' this episode is hopefully something that will resonate for you and also giv…

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Obesity: shame, guilt, embarrassment and the trigger for change. 1:02:25

1y ago1:02:25

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Send us a text This is our first dedicated recording of our podcast! In this episode Paddy delves into Belinda journey more to discuss her why behind the change this time. We talk about Paddys shame, guilt and embarrassment of 'falling of the wagon' and dealing with the emotion and pressure that can come from others - and ourselves in relation to o…

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Lets Talk Emotional Eating, with Belinda - microDose 9:37

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Send us a text In this shorter microDose episode, Belinda share's some of her insights into emotional eating and some of the awareness she has gained whilst on her Ozempic / Mounjaro journey. Emotional eating is something so many of us have lived with at one stage or the other. Sit back, relax and listen to this episode to see what food for thought…

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Ozempic 🎃 Mounjaro Trick or Treats with Q&A 1:05:28

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Send us a text 👻 It's Halloween week so we discuss some of the tricks (the myths and scaremongering) and the treats of being on a journey supported by Ozempic, Mounjaro or similar. We also answer all your questions that came in before and during the episode. 🎃 This is a live recording from Mon 28 Oct 2024. Combined Paddy & Belindas weight loss tota…

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Top Tips for Ozempic / Mounjaro weight loss Success, Being on TV, Q&A 1:29:09

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Send us a text Episode 2: Top Tips for Ozempic / Mounjaro weight-loss Success, Being on TV, Q&A Join Paddy Cunningham (@MounjaroPaddy) and Belinda Hogan (@ozempic_insights) as we chat about our top tips for success when on a weight loss journey, we answer your questions about Ozempic & Mounjaro and also have a chat about being on TV. This episode i…

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The microDose with Paddy & Belinda 4:16

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Send us a text Each week we are going to bring you a short snippet of our longer podcast - aka, The microDose ! The microDose will be under 5 mins as a quick and easy way to get a flavour for some of the topics discussed in our longer full length episodes. This microDose episode touches on eating 'normal' whilst on holidays, Belindas experience of …

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120lbs weight loss with Paddy & Belinda - Ozempic & Mounjaro (Ireland) 1:32:20

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Send us a text Episode 1: 120lbs weight loss discussion! Join Paddy Cunningham (@MounjaroPaddy) and Belinda Hogan (@ozempic_insights) as we chat about our weight loss journeys, totalling 120lbs supported by GLP1 Medications Ozempic & Mounjaro, both Paddy & Belinda are based in the Republic of Ireland. This episode is a recording of our Instagram li…

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Choose Your Attitude [Episode 10] 12:22

2+ y ago12:22

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Send us a text We often talk about someones attitude, but have you ever stopped to wonder, just how intentional you are with the attitude you have towards things (life!) each day? Do you allow yourself to go through the motions and accept the mood we wake up in - or do you challenge yourself to checkin, acknowledge how you are and then choose your …

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Moments of Joy - [Episode 9] 11:51

2+ y ago11:51

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Send us a text Well, it's time to get this show on the road again - welcome back to The Healthy Handbag! In this episode we are going to talk about moments of joy - and about how to approach looking for moments of joy in everyday life to help you feel grateful, grounded - and ok :)Sidenote: I'm aiming to product the podcasts a lot more regularly no…

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PATHWAYS IN LIFE 31:40

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In this episode I go solo elaborate more about my own development and life journey since 2004 to present day. My pathways of spiritual awakening, fitness, wellness, happiness, mental health and coming out as gay. There are many people out there you can chat to if you need support for your own wellness and mental health. Speak out and be you. www.de…

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Benefits of Organic food for your health 44:10

4+ y ago44:10

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Join the conversation between myself and Colman Power as I chat to him about his work as an organic grower / horticulturist and work as a personal trainer. We explore benefits of organic food that includes gut health, energy boosting and overall well-being. We also look at Colman's journey into fitness and how he coaches his clients. Naturally we i…