Ireland’s only business, education, society and culture podcast that is harnessed by the trade community. A platform created by working tradespeople, for everyone. Hosted by cousins and fellow electricians Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan, it’s an independently produced show built on the foundations of the trades, but open to all. Each episode features guests from a wide variety of career backgrounds, sharing honest stories, life lessons, and real experiences. This podcast is sponsored by R ...
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Insight Goes to WorldSkills Ireland 2025 event in the RDS Dublin and in this special bonus episode, Keith and Stephen bring you along for the ride. The lads walked the floor chatting with students, exhibitors, and industry representatives to capture the real buzz of an event that connects education with opportunity. From engineering and the trades,…
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In this special bonus episode, we take you inside BEPEX 2025 in Dublin, where Irish brands and innovators in the building, plumbing and electrical industry come together to showcase the latest products, ideas, and solutions shaping the future of the trade. From the importance of energy efficiency to the value of face-to-face conversations, we explo…
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S7 E10 - Set The Fire To The Third Bar
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1:42:36For our Season 7 finale, Stephen takes the mic solo while Keith is tied up with work commitments (don’t worry, he’ll be back for Season 8!). Joining him in the studio is Danielle Tutty from Rathmines Glass, who brings powerful insights into life, business, and breaking barriers in the construction and glazing industries. Danielle opens up about her…
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Join hosts Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan on the penultimate episode of Season 7, as they kick things off with The Overload Segment, where they explore the intricacies of the trade, sharing humorous and insightful stories from the field. This segment delves into the common challenges faced by tradespeople and the unique customer interactions tha…
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In this episode of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast, hosts Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan kick things off with The Overload Segment, catching up on Stephen’s attic renovation progress, discussing the importance of Lockout Tagout (LOTO) in electrical work, and highlighting the real dangers and injuries that can happen when safety isn’t prioriti…
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Kicking off the episode on The Overload Segment, Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan dive into an electrifying conversation with Eoghan O Conghaile, aka The Dublin Sparky. Discover Eoghan's journey from a local Centra to becoming a prominent figure in the Irish trade industry. Learn about his unique approach to content creation, the challenges of the…
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We kick things off with an Overload Segment that took us back to the roots of the podcast, where we delve into the intricacies of electrical maintenance, sharing insights on pricing strategies, the importance of thorough inspections, and the challenges faced in the industry. Discover how to balance quality and cost, and learn from real-life experie…
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Hosts Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan kick things off with The Overload Segment, where they chat with Jessica Rose aka PlumbingJess, a trailblazer in the trades industry. Discover her inspiring journey from academia to becoming a rising star in plumbing, and how she's challenging stereotypes along the way. Jessica's early life and academic backgr…
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We kick off on Season 7 Episode 4 with two incredible and inspiring guests whose stories reflect the true meaning of resilience, growth, and transformation. First up, we welcome back electrical apprentice and Building Heroes ambassador, Chatreen O’Connor. A familiar voice on the podcast, Chatreen joins us for the third time, giving us an honest and…
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We kick things off The Overload Segment, Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Neo Mosudisa, an entrepreneur from Birmingham, who turned a simple idea into a life-saving product. Discover how his background in engineering and a keen eye for safety led to the creation of Spurlok, a device designed to enhance electrical safety in industria…
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Bonus Episode - Robin Grace and The Cliffs Of Moher
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46:23In this special bonus episode of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast, we welcome back a powerful voice and previous guest, Robin Grace, who first joined us in Season 5, Episode 5. During that episode, Robin courageously opened up about his battle with mental health issues rooted in childhood trauma, sharing how it led to moments of deep struggle and…
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In this episode, we’re keeping things real, raw and exactly how we like it.First up on The Overload, we catch up with friend of the podcast Richard Cockerline over a remote video call, bridging the gap between the UK and Ireland. It’s a wholesome chat with plenty of laughs, touching on the importance of reaching out to your mates, keeping safe on s…
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This week on Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast, we’re back in studio for the first episode of Season 7 with two brilliant guests. The Overload Segment: We’re joined by apprentice electrician and friend of the show Gerard Cullen, who steps up to take on our challenge wall before sticking around for a chat. Gerard tells us about his experience trave…
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BONUS EPISODE - Water Of Life In this short but tasty bonus, we’re diving straight into the good stuff, the uisce beatha. We revisit our chat with Keith Daly, but this time, we strip away the career stories and cut right to the heart (and glass) of it: our Irish whiskey tasting. From first sips to final laughs, it’s a short but flavour-packed episo…
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Bonus Episode – “The Sauce Session” ft. Shane Doherty from Little Red Sauces
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6:37In this short but fiery 'Product Of The Week' bonus episode, we revisit a flavour-packed tasting session featuring Shane Doherty, the creator behind the mouthwatering Little Red Sauces.Stephen and Keith roll up their sleeves and dive into a live tasting of Shane’s handcrafted sauces… with none other than chicken wings as the testing ground! Joining…
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Join Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan on their award winning podcast for Season 4 Episode 8. On this episode, Stephen an Keith engage in a deep conversation with one another about the challenges of parenting in the digital age and the impact of technology on youth of today. On the Special Guest Interview Segment the lads are joined by Junior Pastr…
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Bonus Episode - Product Of The Week - Maus Stixx Pro Series
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9:11In this special bonus episode, Stephen and Keith dive into their Product of the Week segment, shining the spotlight on one of the most innovative fire suppression solutions on the market, the MAUS Stixx PRO Series. The lads break down why this award-winning product is making waves across multiple sectors including Healthcare, Pharma, Data Centres, …
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Bonus Episode - Carl James with Safe-Connect
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19:37In this bonus episode of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast, we’re joined by the brilliant Carl James from IRISS, a global leader in electrical safety innovation. We dive deep into their revolutionary Safe-Connect products and the game-changing thermochromic technology behind them. From preventing costly damage to cables and critical infrastructure…
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In this raw and unfiltered bonus episode, we bring you an exclusive behind-the-scenes chat that happened before we hit record on Season 6, Episode 10. The cameras were rolling, the mics were live, and the conversation was just too good to keep to ourselves. Co-host Keith picks up mid-rant about being used by a potential client to price up work—only…
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The Coach's Corner, Karl Kelly's Story
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1:02:38In this powerful bonus episode, we’re joined by Karl Kelly, Irish personal trainer, former professional boxer, and a man with a story that hits hard in all the right ways. Karl opens up about his early life growing up in Monkstown Farm, Dublin, sharing his struggles with the traditional school system, especially the disconnect he felt with mainstre…
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We're wrapping up another incredible season of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast with not one, but two brilliant guests who embody growth, grit, and supporting others. First up on The Overload Segment, we’re joined by none other than UK-based electrician and YouTube sensation Adam Stears aka SOTA Electrical. Adam takes us through the unexpected tu…
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It’s the penultimate episode of Season 6, and we’ve got an inspiring double-header for you. Kicking things off in The Overload Segment, we usually focus on the trades – but this week, we welcome a different kind of apprentice. Jordan Dargan, Irish entrepreneur and standout contestant on BBC’s The Apprentice UK 2025, joins us to talk about his roots…
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In this week’s episode, we kick things off with a special edition of The Overload Segment, featuring a brilliant father-daughter duo: Tom and Ella Kindregan from KDL Retail Interiors. Tom shares his journey into the trade, starting from a young age and driven by a deep-rooted passion for construction. His daughter Ella, just 18 and preparing for he…
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We kick off this episode with our Overload Segment, where three electrical apprentices from different sectors Daniel Sadlier, Jordan Malongi, and Zoe Hynes joined us in-studio after winning our Instagram competition to take on the Electricians Challenge Wall and be in with a shot at nabbing the new Velocity Pro Gear Rogue 600 Wheeler Toolbag. After…
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In this powerful and deeply important episode, we shed light on an often overlooked issue: eating disorders in men. While conditions like anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder are frequently associated with women, men suffer too — often in silence, hidden by stigma and misunderstanding. We dive into the real experiences behind these struggle…
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In this powerful double-feature episode of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast, we bring you two deeply inspiring conversations that explore the highs, lows, and honest realities of life behind the scenes — both online and on the canvas. We kick things off with Jay Kavanagh, a Dublin-based digital creator and lifestyle influencer whose eye for fashi…
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In Season 6, Episode 4 of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast, the lads are joined by an old friend and returning guest, Gary O’Neill from O’Neill and Son’s Electrical. Gary drops in for The Overload Segment and takes on the now infamous Challenge Wall before settling in for some proper shop talk. The conversation flows as the trio chat about the la…
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This episode is packed with real stories, raw and powerful conversations across two powerful segments.OVERLOAD SEGMENT:Back in Season 1, we caught up with Kamile Macijauskaite — aka KimmyTheSparks — over the phone. Fast forward to Season 6, and we finally sit down with her in person at Robus HQ in Dublin during her Robus Visitor Tour.In this stripp…
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In this powerful episode, Stephen and Keith welcome two incredible guests who share their unique journeys through their respective industries. We kick things off with Theo Webster, a two-time UK Electrician of the Year winner. Theo delves into the highs and lows of self-employment, the importance of mental health awareness, and maintaining health a…
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S6 E1 - The Take Over, The Break's Over
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1:34:02We’re Back! Kicking Off Season 6 with an Electrical Trade Special We're launching Season 6 with a powerhouse episode focused on the electrical trade, featuring expert insights and inspiring career journeys.On The Overload Segment, we sit down with John Ford, the Technical Training Manager at Robus Lighting, to discuss:His career journey and how he …
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Between Season 5 and the much-anticipated Season 6, Stephen and Keith are back with a special bonus episode! This time, they’re handing over the mic (sort of) to their listeners by answering anonymous questions sent in via Instagram. Expect laughs, a few surprises, and some classic trade industry banter as the lads tackle everything from work dilem…
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Welcome to the Season 5 finale of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast! In this special episode, we’re wrapping up Season 5 with two incredible guests who share their journeys, insights, and experiences in the trades and beyond.Joining us for The Overload Segment is Richard Doyle, Managing Director of Royal Kitchens and The Construction Crew. You mig…
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For our milestone 50th episode, we are thrilled to welcome Nicola Connolly Byrne, a multi-award-winning personal development expert and international speaker, including taking the stage at TEDx to share her inspiring story.Nicola opens up about her childhood and the challenges that shaped her adult life. She dives deep into the mental struggles she…
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Stephen and Keith are back with another jam-packed episode of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast! This week, we’re diving into two fascinating conversations that highlight both the opportunities for apprentices working abroad and the importance of affordability in the life safety sector.The Overload Segment: Karl Cummins on Working Abroad as an App…
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In this electrifying episode of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast, Stephen and Keith are joined by two powerhouse guests, each with an incredible story to tell.First up, Eddie Nolan, Managing Director of Dynamic Electrical, shares his journey from the early days of his career to becoming the official supplier and installer of Maus Fire Suppression…
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Content Warning:Welcome to a very special and emotional episode of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast as we celebrate our one-year anniversary and kick off 2025 with a powerful, inspiring installment! 🎉Overload SegmentWe’re joined by Sean McCloughlin, a WorldSkills Lyon 2024 Medallion of Excellence Winner and a qualified electrician at G Mac Electr…
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A Stripped Back Christmas with Aoibhe Devlin
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39:44In this Christmas special episode of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast, Hosts Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan sit down with blogger, influencer and fellow Balbriggan native Aoibhe Devlin for a reflective and inspiring conversation. From growing up in Balbriggan to navigating the highs and lows of having a social presence. She talks all things mo…
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Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast – Episode HighlightsHosts: Stephen Buckley & Keith DelahanSpecial Guests:Paul Collins (The Marble Master) – Expert in marble restoration and tiling.Tony Griffin – Former Clare hurler, acclaimed author, performance coach, and philanthropist.---In this captivating episode of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast, Steph…
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Join Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan on their award winning podcast where they are joined on this episode by two insightful guests.On the 'Overload Segment' they welcome Finance Expert Cian Carolan onto the podcast where they explore various themes surrounding community engagement, financial awareness, and personal growth. They discuss the import…
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Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast - Season 5, Episode 2In this episode of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast, hosts Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan bring you another packed show featuring engaging guests, innovative products, and inspiring stories from the trade and beyond. On the Overload Segment, Stephen and Keith welcome two industry professi…
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Join Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan on their award winning podcast where on this maiden episode of Season 5they welcome guests Cheryl Naughton and Nathan Nash. They discuss the challenges faced by tradespeople, the importance of mental health, and the impact of social media in the trade community. Nathan shares his personal journey into plumbing…
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Join Stephen and Keith on the final episode of Season 4 where, in this episode, on The Overload Segment they are joined by Jay Carraher, Managing Director and Head Electrician at Carraher Electrical Ltd, to talk about the current landscape of the electrical industry. Jay shares insights on how to keep a business thriving and the keys to successfull…
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Join Stephen Buckley and Keith Buckley on their award-winning podcast where on The Overload Segment, the lads are joined by apprentice electrician, graphic designer and FAI football coach Lena Baldock. In this engaging conversation, Lina shares her journey as a young female electrician navigating the challenges of a male-dominated industry. From he…
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Join Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan on their award winning podcast where in this episode, the lads engage in a deep conversation with amateur Irish golfer Max Kennedy and neuroscientist Brian Pennie . On the overload segment with Max they explore the challenges involved when pursuing a career in golf and the pathways to professional golf, includ…
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Join Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan on their award winning podcast where on this episode they engage in a lively discussion creating equal opportunities for job seekers from disadvantaged areas, focusing on inclusivity in hiring practices, the importance of apprenticeships, and hiring based on skills. On the special guest interview, they are joi…
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Join Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan on their award winning podcast, where on this episode they remotely link in with building heroes ambassador and BIM Technologist Liam Roche on The Overload Segment. Liam shares his remarkable experience at the WorldSkills competition in Lyon, France. The conversation delves into the scale of the event, the per…
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Join Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan on their award winning podcast, where on this episode they are joined on The Overload Segment by ETB electrical instructor John Doheny and then they welcome award winning playwright, producer, actor, and lightning strike survivor David Gilna onto The Special Guest Interview Segment. Hosts Stephen and Keith eng…
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Join Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan on their award winning podcast where on this episode they welcome Daniel Bradley onto the special guest segment. Daniel opens up about his incredible life story, a tale of hardship, mistakes, and ultimately transformation. He talks us through the pivotal moments in his life including incarceration, addiction, …
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Join Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan on their award winning podcast where on this episode they welcome fellow electrician Ricky Byrne from Byrne Electrical Ltd back onto The Overload Segment to talk all things AM2's. They take a walk through the exam process and delve into Ricky's comprehensive step by step guide. The conversation also highlights…
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