Best Choice Broadcasting Ltd Podcasts (2025)

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Inside Barnardos: Sharing Little Voices & Big Stories Part 2 28:12

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5d ago28:12

28:12

Join Trina Mara as she spends a day in Barnardos Dublin where she speaks to project workers, parents and children. It is a gripping story of a day in the life of Barnardos.By Choice Broadcasting Ltd

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Inside Barnardos: Sharing Little Voices & Big Stories Part 1 26:46

5d ago26:46

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Join Trina Mara as she spends a day in Barnardos Dublin where she speaks to project workers, parents and children. It is a gripping story of a day in the life of Barnardos.By Choice Broadcasting Ltd

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Ours to Protect - Energy Conservation 9:27

25d ago9:27

9:27

In this episode we’re looking at energy conservation, and we’ll be chatting with John McCarthy from the carbon neutral Falls Hotel in Ennistymon in Co. Clare.

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Ours to Protect - Energy Conservation 9:32

1M ago9:32

9:32

In this episode we’re looking at energy conservation. We’ll be chatting with Ciaran Byrne from the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland about BER ratings, and looking at ways to cut down on energy usage in the home.

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Alan McGarry talks "Botched: Plastic Surgery Rewind" on Hayu 17:35

2M ago17:35

17:35

Alan McGarry chats to Trina Mara about appearing on Hayu's "Botched: Plastic Surgery Remind", the procedures they have undergone and whether or not to pull back on plastic surgeries.

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Ours to Protect - Fast Fashion Part 3 11:01

2M ago11:01

11:01

In this episode we’re looking at the Fast Fashion industry, and we’ll be chatting with Aaran Murphy about the sustainability driven ‘Relove Fashion’ competition for teenagers

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Ciara McCarthy Nolan on weight loss journey with Mounjaro 11:12

2M ago11:12

11:12

Trina Mara is joined by an old school pal in studio Ciara McCarthy Nolan to chat about her weight loss journey (6 & a half stone so far) and how Mounjaro has helped

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Ours to Protect - Fast Fashion Part 2 10:55

2M ago10:55

10:55

In this episode we’re looking at the Fast Fashion industry, and we’ll be chatting with Deirdre Macken from the Lucy’s Lounge pre-loved clothes store in Temple Bar.

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Ours to Protect - Fast Fashion Part 1 10:50

3M ago10:50

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In this episode we’re looking at the Fast Fashion industry, and we’ll be chatting with Aaran Murphy from Rediscover Fashion about all the damage that Fast Fashion causes to our environment.

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Ours to Protect - Reduce, Reuse and Recycle 9:50

3M ago9:50

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In this episode we’re looking at the importance of reducing, reusing, and recycling. We’ll also hear from Giorgia Anile from the Toy Library who are on a mission to make playtime more sustainable, by keeping toys in the circular economy

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Ours to Protect - Cutting down on Household Waste 0:33

3M ago0:33

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In this episode we’re getting tips to cut down on household waste. We’ll also hear from Ciarán Byrne to see how families can cut back on their carbon footprint.

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Stuart's Addiction and Recovery with Cuan Mhuire - DONATE HERE 14:10

3M ago14:10

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"It seemed that a life of Chaos and Addiction was to be my destiny from an early age. The rebellious teenager that I was developed into a young man with the hopes and dreams to start a career and begin a young family. As is the nature of addiction, it was to take everything that I held dear, my marriage, my children, my house and very nearly my lif…

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Ed Finn Travels loving Lanzarote 13:07

3M ago13:07

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Ed Finn from www.edfinntravels.com is raving about his recent trip to Lanzarote

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Talking Travel: Ed Finn Travels loving Lanzarote 13:07

3M ago13:07

13:07

Ed Finn from www.edfinntravels.com is raving about his recent trip to Lanzarote

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Ours to Protect - Household Waste 10:19

3M ago10:19

10:19

In this episode we’re looking at ways to cut down on household waste. We’ll also hear from Rossa Cassidy to see what ways we could reduce the amount of plastics in the home.

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Czechia & the healing powers of Teplice 12:39

4M ago12:39

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Ed Finn from www.edfinntravels.com and Sarah Slattery from www.thetravelexpert.ie are taking a look at Czechnia and the healing powers of Telpice Email : [email protected] www.lazneteplice.cz

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Florida Theme Parks and more! 11:53

4M ago11:53

11:53

Ed Finn and Sarah Slattery join Trina to chat about all there is to see in Florida in addition to the theme parks www.thetravelexpert.ie www.edfinntravels.com www.wildfloridaairboats.com www.experiencekissimmee.com www.americansky.ie

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Talking Travel: Florida Theme Parks and more! 11:53

4M ago11:53

11:53

Ed Finn and Sarah Slattery join Trina to chat about all there is to see in Florida in addition to the theme parks www.thetravelexpert.ie www.edfinntravels.com www.wildfloridaairboats.com www.experiencekissimmee.com www.americansky.ie

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Undiscovered Greece 7:56

4M ago7:56

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Sarah Slattery and Ed Finn take us on a tour through undiscovered Greece www.edfinntravels.com www.thetravelexpert.ie

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Talking Travel: Undiscovered Greece 7:56

4M ago7:56

7:56

Ed Finn and Sarah Slattery are in studio to take a look at destinations in Greece you might not be familiar with www.thetravelexpert.ie www.edfinntravels.com

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Ours to Protect - Damages to Biodiversity 16:02

4M ago16:02

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In this episode we’re looking at what damages the Biodiversity with expert Anna Browne from Big Sky Flowers. We’ll also hear from Flossie & Harriet from ‘Flossie and the Beach Cleaners’ as an example of how we can all get involved in protecting the environment.

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Ed Finn travels to Doha 13:06

4M ago13:06

13:06

Ed Finn is just back from an incredible trip to Doha! www.edfinntravels.com www.thetravelexpert.ie

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Talking Travel: Ed Finn visits Doha 13:06

4M ago13:06

13:06

Ed Finn and Sarah Slattery are in studio with Trina Mara as Ed is back from Doha!! www.edfinntravels.com www.thetravelexpert.ie

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Battling Gynae Cancer: An important listen for all women 15:41

4M ago15:41

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Ms. Claire Thompson is a Consultant Gynaecological Oncologist at the Mater Hospital. She speaks to Trina Mara about the importance of looking after yourself as so many women discover they have gynaecological cancers at an advanced stage. She speaks about the signs and symptoms but also the fact there are sometimes no symptoms.…

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Myra DuBois: "A tiny bit of tinted moisturizer and I'm ready for the day" 7:24

4M ago7:24

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Myra DuBois has entertained us on Britain's Got Talent, Dom Joly, Pointless, Big Brother's Bit on the side and so much more. She'll bring her comedy show to Whelan's in Dublin this September.

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Virgin Media Television's "Vaping Nation" with Mairéad Cleary 9:15

4M ago9:15

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Virgin Media News presents "Vaping Nation", a powerful new documentary examining the dramatic rise in vaping across Ireland, particularly among young people. Trina Mara chats to Virgin Media report Mairéad Cleary about the documentary and the impact vaping is having on under-18s You can watch "Vaping Nation" on the Virgin Media Player…

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Ours to Protect - Biodiversity Week 14:27

4M ago14:27

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Ours to Protect is starting this Sunday as Traic looks ahead to Biodiversity week. In this episode we’re discussing all things Biodiversity with expert Anna Browne from Big Sky Flowers. We’ll also hear from Lizzie Gageby Bell to see what the Rediscovery Centre did to celebrate Biodiversity week.

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Family therapist talks Netflix "Adolescence" & the book all parents should read 15:01

4M ago15:01

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Family therapist Maureen Treanor chats to Trina Mara after the release of the Netflix show "Adolescence" and tell us about a book written by therapists that is a must-read for parents https://www.corkuniversitypress.com/9781782054856/family-therapy/

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Andrea Mara's 8th book release "It should have been you" 7:15

4M ago7:15

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Ever sent a WhatsApp to the wrong person? Well imagine sending it to ALL of your neighbours....and you were talking about ONE of them in the text! Andrea Mara chats about her latest book release "It should have been you" with Trina Mara (who happens to be her sister-in-law!)

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The Fairytale Trail in Germany 10:05

5M ago10:05

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Ed Finn discovers The Fairytale Trail in Germany - which inspired all the fairytales you read growing up!! www.edfinntravels.com

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Former Fair City & "Veronica Guerin" actor Alan Devine on new play 9:05

5M ago9:05

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Actor Alan Devine joins Trina Mara in studio - his play "Jigsaw" is on at the Glass Mask Theatre at the Bestseller Cafe, 41 Dawson Street, Dublin 2. He can be seen in Netflix' "Valhalla", he played Louie Gleeson in "Fair City" and even played Gerry "The Monk" Hutch in the "Veronica Guerin" film. Jigsaw runs until May 24th. www.glassmasktheatre.com…

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Undiscovered Italy 10:44

5M ago10:44

10:44

Ed Finn and Sarah Slattery talk us through spots to look out for in Undiscovered Italy

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Investigative Journalist Donal McIntyre talks death threats & True Crime series 14:15

5M ago14:15

14:15

Investigative Journalist Donal McIntyre chats to Trina Mara about "Killer Evidence" Season 2 on True Crime, his own brush with death and how it's harder than ever to get away with murder. It airs Mondays and Tuesdays (from May 5th 2025) at 10pm on the "True Crime" channel.

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Last Minute Holiday Deals 11:46

5M ago11:46

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Sarah Slattery and Ed Finn are here with some last minute holiday deals from €295 !! We look at Turkey, Tenerife, Las Vegas, Thailand, Portugal, Lanzarote, Malta, Greece and Majorca. www.thetravelexpert.ie www.edfinntravels.com

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Brendan Scully's search for Miss Ireland 12:57

5M ago12:57

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Brendan Scully chats to Trina Mara about the search for Miss Ireland plus they realize they moved in the same circles in the 1990's!! Nostalgia galore.

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Dr.Clare talks Herbal Medicine & new Podcast 8:46

5M ago8:46

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Dr. Clare is a qualified GP and medical herbalist. Dilis offers the best of both orthodox and herbal medicine. She is the clinical director at her integrated health clinic, Dr Clare Apothecary. She chats to Trina Mara about why some people are choosing herbal medicine after getting little relief from traditional medicines. We discuss its uses in tr…

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Peter Smith is back for more slagging and to announce extra dates! 7:36

5M ago7:36

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Peter Smith last visited us in November when we slagged him about wearing sunglasses indoors - well he's back! Due to phenomenal demands, he is announcing new dates for Moonlight - the Philip Lynott Enigma at Vicar Street June 20th, 21st and 22nd and UCH Limerick June 24th

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Thailand Tips with Sarah and Ed 10:44

5M ago10:44

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Trina Mara is chatting to Ed Finn and Sarah Slattery about Thailand www.thetravelexpert.ie www.edfinntravels.com

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Jake Shears from Scissor Sisters on IRISH best pal & Elton John 12:28

5M ago12:28

12:28

Scissor Sisters star Jake Shears chats to Trina Mara ahead of their show at Dublin's 3Arena on 28th of May - he chats to Trina Mara about his Irish best pal, Elton John, getting a boyfriend AND LARGE FEET!! (How have we gone down this road again?? )

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Michael McDonald from the Doobie Brothers talks to Trina Mara 13:19

5M ago13:19

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Michael McDonald from the Doobie Brothers chats to Trina Mara about his big break into music, how he wasn't in the same room as Patti LaBelle despite having a hit duet record, his youngest fan and the return of the Doobie Brothers to Dublin's 3Arena on 21st July

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Will FREE HRT actually be free? 7:15

5M ago7:15

7:15

Catherine O'Keefe from the Menopause Summit and Wellness Warrior chats to Trina Mara about the free HRT which is set to come into effect in June but will it really be free?

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Undiscovered Spain with Ed Finn and Sarah Slattery 10:55

5M ago10:55

10:55

We all love Spain but Ed Finn and Sarah Slattery have some Spanish suggestions apart from the usual hotspots

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There's a cruise for everyone !!! 11:22

6M ago11:22

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Ed Finn from www.edfinntravels.com and Sarah Slattery, www.thetravelexpert.ie are in studio - did you know there is a cruise out there for everybody!!

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Neili Conroy drops in to chat about "Philo", "Family", "The Van" & Fair City 9:12

6M ago9:12

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Neili Conroy drops into studio with Trina Mara to tell us about her play "Philo" on at Moat Theatre in Naas on 10th & 11th April and Gaiety Theatre Dublin from April 22nd-26th. We also chat about her start in "Family", "The Van" and "Fair City" aswell as her famous street in Dublin!

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Sex and the City creator Candace Bushnell 16:07

6M ago16:07

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The real Carrie Bradshaw, Sex and the City creator Candace Bushnell brings her one-woman show to Dublin's 3Arena on the 13th of May 2025. She takes the audience on a whirlwind tour of New York City, from Studio 54 to the Lipstick jungle and beyond, sharing her remarkable stories of fashion, literature and sex while pouring cosmos in Manolo’s. Canda…

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Easter breaks for the family & Spring breaks for singles/couples 9:34

6M ago9:34

9:34

The Travel Expert Sarah Slattery and Ed Finn from www.edfinntravels.com talk us through Easter and Spring breaks

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Singer RuthAnne on new book about showbiz & her experience with endometriosis 20:57

6M ago20:57

20:57

Singer songwriter RuthAnne has already achieved so much in her career - from writing hit songs like JoJo's "Too Little, Too Late" to writing for John Legend, Diana Ross, Niall Horan and so many more. She has written her latest song "The way I'm wired" about her struggles with endometriosis and had urged women not to take no for an answer from medic…

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Duran Duran's John Taylor chats to Trina Mara 10:14

6M ago10:14

10:14

Duran Duran's John Taylor chats to Trina Mara about the eighties and playing Malahide Castle in Dublin on 30th June and Virgin Media Park in Cork on 1st July 2025 with Nile Rodgers and Chic

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Gabrielle and Trina finally meet in person!! 2:51

6M ago2:51

2:51

Gabrielle and Trina finally meet in person at her 3Arena gig in Dublin.......and Trina had to see what size shoes she was wearing !!!

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The importance of bone health for Women Over 65 6:59

6M ago6:59

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Registered Dietician Orla Walsh specializes in nutrition and bone health. It's really important for women in particular over the age of 65 to have a bone health plan. In association with the Irish Osteoporosis Society, Organized by Amgen. www.irishosteoporosis.ie