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The Laura Dowling Experience

Laura Dowling
Mental Health
Menopause
Women's Health
ADHD
Ireland
Nutrition
Obesity
Grief
Body Image
Anxiety
Perimenopause
Parenting
HRT
Diabetes
Self-Love
Cancer
Emotional Eating
Childhood Obesity
Autism
Physiotherapy

Conversations about health, science, wellness, life, love, sex and everything in-between. Laura is a Pharmacist who loves to talk to interesting people about their unique life and work experiences. See @fabulouspharmacist on instagram for more information.

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Pamela Deasy was in her early 40s, working full time and volunteering with the RNLI, when fatigue started dragging her back into bed in the middle of the day. Her bloods were clear. She was told it was perimenopause, then depression. Months passed be... more

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In this bitesize moment pulled from the Laura Dowling Experience back catalogue, endocrinologist Dr Mary Ryan opens up about losing her husband unexpectedly while raising three small children, and what grief actually looked like for her in the years ... more

Anxiety author Caroline Foran joins Laura for a deeply personal conversation about parenting a young son recently diagnosed as autistic with a PDA profile, alongside her own long history with anxiety.

Caroline talks openly about the years before the... more

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In this bitesize moment pulled from the Laura Dowling Experience back catalogue, comedian Kyla Cobbler shares an honest, no-frills account of how her drinking quietly turned into dependency — while she was still training, working, and gigging five ni... more

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Caroline Foran
Author of Everything I Wish I'd Known About Anxiety
Episode: #170 Caroline Foran | The Nervous System, Anxiety & PDA Parenting
Kyla Cobbler
Comedian sharing her sobriety journey
Episode: Bitesize Moment: "I Thought I Was Fine. I Wasn't." — Kyla Cobbler on getting sober
Barbara Scully
Comedian, author, and broadcaster; discussed aging, health, and life in Ireland
Self-employed / Speaker and author
Episode: #169 Barbara Scully | The Things They Don't Tell You About Getting Older
Maria Walsh
Irish politician, MEP, advocate for women's health and LGBTQ rights
Irish Parliament / European Parliament
Episode: #168 Maria Walsh | Deepfakes, Politics and Women's Health
Michelle Flynn
Perinatal psychotherapist
Private practice; collaborates with perinatal mental health teams
Episode: #167 Michelle Flynn on Why Some Experiences Stay With Us
Mary Ryan
Author of It's Probably Your Period, medical professional
Mary Ryan (author/clinician)
Episode: Mary Ryan | The Things We Ignore About Women’s Health
Hannah Daly
Occupational Therapist, Disability Advocate, author
Independent practitioner
Episode: Hannah Daly | ADHD, Autism, and Being Diagnosed Later in Life
Andy Hogan
Professor of Immunology
Mnuchie University (immunology department)
Episode: Dr Andy Hogan on How the Immune System Shapes Your Health
Kathleen Funchion
Member of the European Parliament representing Ireland's South
European Parliament
Episode: Women in Politics: Online Misogyny and the Fight to Be Heard

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Laura Dowling
Host of The Laura Dowling Experience, focused on health, science, wellness, and personal stories.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Great show

    Fantastic & very informative show , with a good laugh thrown in , thank you Laura

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hcylxitsjtx25374
    Ireland4 months ago
  • A must listen!

    A must listen for every man, woman of all ages! Laura is engaging, informative and hilarious!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mary in bunnytown
    Ireland5 months ago
  • Entertaining | Informative

    It’s entertaining, informative, and refreshingly honest ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nuala h
    Ireland6 months ago
  • Episode featuring Sophie Morris is disappointing. She is not a dietician and much of what she says is dubious. There are many qualified dieticians that could have been given a platform on this topic

    Podcast Addict
    1
    Maria
    6 months ago
  • Amazing

    Absolutely love Laura’s podcast. Such an intuitive interviewer, who really brings the best out in the interviewees. Deadly Laura

    Nichola Dublin.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nichola11
    Ireland7 months ago

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Consistently insightful interviews that blend expertise with relatable storytelling.
Engaging and informative with a warm, empathetic host.
High-quality guests and varied topics keep conversations fresh and accessible.
Listeners appreciate the host's approachable style and practical takeaways.
Some criticisms note occasional missteps in complex debates, but overall positive.

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Bitesize Moment: "I Thought I Was Fine. I Wasn't." — Kyla Cobbler on getting sober
Q: What was the hardest part of going sober initially?
The hardest part was facing the withdrawal and the social pressures, as well as the fear of losing a sense of identity tied to alcohol and performance.
Bitesize Moment: "I Thought I Was Fine. I Wasn't." — Kyla Cobbler on getting sober
Q: When did you first realize drinking had become a problem?
I started recognizing the pattern after trying to curb drinking for gigs and realizing I was drinking every night, which led me to seek therapy, AA, and a full commitment to sobriety.
#168 Maria Walsh | Deepfakes, Politics and Women's Health
Q: How do you handle online abuse and misinformation as a public figure?
She emphasizes education, critical thinking, and a proactive approach to counter misinformation, including calling for tighter platform regulation and faster, more concrete policy actions.
#168 Maria Walsh | Deepfakes, Politics and Women's Health
Q: What inspired you to pursue politics and advocacy for women's health?
Walsh describes a lifelong drive to serve her community, the pull of volunteering on Saturdays, and a commitment to improve women's health policy by engaging with Parliament, the UN, and EU bodies.
Mary Ryan | The Things We Ignore About Women’s Health
Q: Is there education there, though, with the GPs, if the GP is the first point of contact?
Mary discusses evolving education for GPs and plans for broader dissemination through her book and continued medical education to ensure earlier identification and management of menstrual disorders.

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What is The Laura Dowling Experience about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show covers health, wellness, science, and everyday life with a focus on practical expertise and human stories. Listeners can expect interviews with professionals and advocates across healthcare, nutrition, mental health, parenting, entrepreneurship, and social issues, balanced with accessible personal anecdotes and humor. Notable strengths include a physician-host's ability to translate complex topics for a broad audience, a steady stream of high-quality guests, and a reputation for honest, empathetic conversations on topics like women's health, aging, and lifestyle. The format tends toward informative yet relatable discussions that empower listeners to make informed choices about health and well-being while highlighting real-world exp... more

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2. Kyla Cobbler
3. Barbara Scully
4. Maria Walsh
5. Michelle Flynn
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7. Hannah Daly
8. Andy Hogan

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