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The Laura Dowling Experience

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

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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Laura sits down with MEP Maria Walsh for a wide-ranging conversation about women, power and what is shifting in Europe right now. Maria has just returned from the UN Commission on the Status of Women in New York, where for the first time in seventy y... more

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In this episode, Michelle Flynn shares her deeply personal and professional insight into birth trauma, and why it’s not always about what happens, but how it’s experienced.

Drawing on her own journey through pregnancy anxiety... more

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How many women have been told that pain is just part of being a woman?

For many women, painful or heavy periods become something they learn to live with. In this conversation, periods are reframed as something far more import... more

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Hannah Daly talks openly about the long path to understanding her brain. Growing up, she knew she experienced the world differently, but dyslexia and dyspraxia seemed to explain enough at the time. It wasn’t until much later t... more

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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
Cynthia Ní Mhurchú
Member of the European Parliament representing Ireland's South
European Parliament
Episode: Women in Politics: Online Misogyny and the Fight to Be Heard
Aoife Dunne
Comedian and creator of the show Good Grief
Performer/Comedian
Episode: Aoife Dunne: Ayahuasca, Grief and an Unexpected Route into Comedy
Nadia Adan
Ashford Motors founder and car dealer
Ashford Motors
Episode: Why I Left Stockbroking to Sell Cars From My Drive with Nadia Adan
Laura Casey
Psychiatric nurse and eating disorders expert
Lowes Bridges (in episode context)
Episode: Understanding Eating Disorders - Control, Shame, and Recovery with Laura Casey

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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
    Ireland3 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
    Ireland4 months ago
  • Entertaining | Informative

    It’s entertaining, informative, and refreshingly honest ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nuala h
    Ireland5 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
    5 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
    Ireland6 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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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.
Mary Ryan | The Things We Ignore About Women’s Health
Q: So when a young girl, a young teen has a longer period than, say, three to five days, and she's in pain and she's missing school, what should her parents do?
The host asks about early recognition and parental action, and Mary emphasizes the importance of early intervention, lifestyle measures, and seeking medical guidance to reset hormonal balance and prevent long-term complications.
The Reality of School Meals in Ireland Today with Ger Killian
Q: What inspired you to start Lunch Bag and bring school meals to non‑Desh schools in Ireland?
A personal need as a single mother, combined with research into the gaps in the existing system and a belief that families deserved more flexible, varied, and dignified lunch options for kids.
Why I Left Stockbroking to Sell Cars From My Drive with Nadia Adan
Q: What were the challenges and risks of selling high-end cars in the early days?
Early days involved safety concerns, volatile cash flow, undervaluation by competitors, and learning to mitigate risk with secure locations and later technology like AI cameras and security. She also discusses the importance of reputation and SIMI accreditation.
Why I Left Stockbroking to Sell Cars From My Drive with Nadia Adan
Q: How important has social media been to your growth and credibility?
Extremely important; Instagram drives actual sales while TikTok builds brand awareness. She emphasizes organic growth, testimonials, and community engagement rather than paid ads, plus using content to demonstrate trust and transparency.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Laura Dowling Experience

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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Recent guests on The Laura Dowling Experience include:

1. Michelle Flynn
2. Mary Ryan
3. Hannah Daly
4. Andy Hogan
5. Kathleen Funchion
6. Cynthia Ní Mhurchú
7. Aoife Dunne
8. Nadia Adan

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