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Alive and Kicking with Clare McKenna

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Mental Health
Ozempic
Baby Formula
Cost Of Living
Weight Loss
Breastfeeding Policy
Infant Nutrition
Cancer Care In Ireland
Success
Johann Hari
Food Industry
Sleep
Decision Making
Manifestation
Women's Health
Body Positivity
Chronic Pain Management
Endometriosis
Mindset Coaching
Diversity and Inclusion

Clare McKenna looks at ‘health’ in the widest sense of the word. From mindfulness to skin problems, from personal health journeys to tips for better exercise, Clare tries to bring you a dose of happy and healthy living.

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Clinical Psychologist Martin O’Connor

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Dr Heather McKee, Behavioural Change Specialist

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Musician and author Niall Breslin

Guest: Bressie, author of the book and album 'The Place That Has Never Been Wounded'

Guest: Clinical Psychologist Martin O’Connor, author of 'Early Childhood Intervention'

Guest: Dr Heather McKee, Behavioural Change Specialist

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Recent Guests

Niall Breslin
Musician, mental health advocate, author
The Place That Has Never Been Wounded (book)
Episode: Alive and Kicking Full Episode 8/3/26
Martin O'Connor
Clinical psychologist, author of Early Childhood Intervention
Author, Clinical psychologist
Episode: Supporting young children with developmental disabilities
Heather McKee
Behavioural change specialist
Independent
Episode: Why we are so reluctant to track our key health indicators?
Olive Finucane
Community palliative care nurse at St. Francis Hospice
St. Francis Hospice
Episode: Alive and Kicking Full Episode 1/3/26
Nora McCarrick
Community palliative care nurse at St. Francis Hospice
St. Francis Hospice
Episode: Alive and Kicking Full Episode 1/3/26
Sinead Brady
Career psychologist
Careers Psychologist
Episode: How to know you are in the right career
Tony Griffin
Former GAA star and author of The Teenagers' Book of Life
Episode: Alive and Kicking Full Episode 22/2/26
Dr. Jennifer Reid
Clinical psychiatrist and assistant professor at the University of Pennsylvania.
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: Guilt-Free: Reclaiming Your Life from Unreasonable Expectations
Mandy Rocke
Registered nurse and mother of a child with congenital heart disease
Heart Children
Episode: Alive and Kicking Full Episode 15/02/2026

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Clare McKenna
Host of Alive and Kicking, known for her warm, engaging presentation style. She addresses a wide range of health topics, aiming to inspire her audience toward a happier, healthier life.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • Such a lovely Sunday listen

    This is a great programme to kick off your Sunday.

    Clare is such a warm and engaging presenter and the guests she has on are so inspirational.

    I’d highly recommend a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Book23!
    Ireland6 years ago
  • Great show!

    Clare is great presenter, I love her interview style. Extremely fair and unbiased. Great journalist.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    paad82
    Ireland6 years ago
  • Ads for greyhound racing

    Really? Won’t be listening to newstalk anymore.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Kate_____
    Ireland6 years ago

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Clare is a warm and engaging presenter.
The show features inspirational guests and meaningful discussions.
There are occasional concerns regarding advertisements, which listeners find off-putting.

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#156
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Supporting young children with developmental disabilities
Q: Tell us a little bit about your work and your experience of those wait times that I mentioned.
Martin explains his background in disability services, describes common wait times and diagnostic delays, and emphasizes how these delays place a severe emotional and practical burden on families, underscoring the need for timely, compassionate engagement from professionals.
Why we are so reluctant to track our key health indicators?
Q: Why is it important to know your numbers and your normal, rather than ignoring them?
McKee argues that knowing the key metrics empowers people to take control of their health, reduce anxiety around potential issues, and make incremental changes that yield long-term benefits without overwhelming disruption.
Why we are so reluctant to track our key health indicators?
Q: So why do we avoid the very information that could protect us, and how do we move from knowing to actually doing?
Dr. Heather McKee explains that fear, time, cost, and friction often deter people from chasing health metrics, and emphasizes identifying the most meaningful indicators for an individual, then taking small, manageable steps to act on those insights.
Alive and Kicking Full Episode 22/2/26
Q: Are teenagers today under more pressure than previous generations?
Every generation faces new challenges, but the virtual world poses unique pressures on today's teenagers.
Alive and Kicking Full Episode 22/2/26
Q: Why did you want to listen to so many teenagers?
The work comes from a personal need to understand youth identity and prepare young people for real life beyond academics.

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A focus on holistic health and well-being characterizes the content, with topics ranging from mental health and self-care to practical advice on parenting, skincare, and financial wellness. The discussions feature a diverse array of guests, including experts in psychiatry, pediatrics, and nutrition, all aiming to provide actionable insights that resonate with listeners' daily lives. This blend of expert advice and personal narratives creates a relatable and enriching experience, making it particularly appealing for audiences who are interested in enhancing their understanding of health in its many forms.

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7. Tony Griffin
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