Insights with Sean O'Rourke
RTÉOne-to-one conversations between Sean O'Rourke and well-known individuals. Featured guests are prominent in public service, culture, sport and business and these long-form conversations explore their motivations, achievements and regrets; in short, what made them the people they are.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 64 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Categories | Personal JournalsSociety & Culture | ||||
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In the final episode of the series, skincare expert Jennifer Rock joins Seán to share how she built a successful business while facing life’s toughest challenges and most uplifting moments. She opens up about motherhood, illness, loss, resilience, an... more
Author and advocate Jody Plauché speaks to Seán about surviving child abuse, the aftermath of his abuser’s killing by his father, and his journey toward healing. Trigger warning: This episode contains discussion of child sexual abuse and trauma. Supp... more
Neonatologist Prof Afif El-Khuffash joins Sean to share his journey from intensive care units to advocacy for Gaza. A proud Palestinian-Irish voice, he opens up about breaking stigma in maternal care—and the healing power of both science and art.See ... more
Nigerian-born, Offaly-raised singer Tolü Makay joins Sean to share her journey from church choirs to viral fame. A soulful artist and mental health advocate, she opens up about leaving the corporate world to follow her passion—and what future success... more
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- Hit and miss
Sean is a personable and interested interviewer, some guests and interviews land more than others. The Lelia Doonan interview was superb. Scope to probe more into the careers of former politicians and broadcasters. Some episodes are dull/disappointing.
Apple Podcasts2polcoranoraknot
Ireland4 months ago - Awesome.
For anybody who wants to take a trip down memory Lane to their days in Galway in the heady 70s and beyond, this is a treasure. Ollie’s love for Galway shines through. He turned down the chance to tour with The Boomtown Rats for goodness sake!
Apple Podcasts5Peadar Og
United States7 months ago - Aileen Hickie
What a fascinating Lady. So interesting. A wonderful sense of humour and a terrific personality. Full of energy and enthusiasm and life experience. Thank you Sean for bringing her to the forefront in this interview. I think we would all like to hear more from her.
Apple Podcasts5singalngIrelanda year ago - Aileen Hickie
What a fascinating Lady. So interesting. A wonderful sense of humour and a terrific personality. Full of energy and enthusiasm and life experience.
Thank you Sean for bringing her to the forefront in this interview. I think we would all like to hear more from her.
Apple Podcasts5singalngIrelanda year ago - Sean ORourke podcast
It is very obvious that Sean Orourke researches comprehensively for his listeners- I continue to be delighted with the manner Sean can change direction in his interviews
His recent podcast with both Richard Bruton and sky Journalist Enda are two examples time to update your guest list Sean
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Apple Podcasts5Thomas francis FredrickIreland2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #243 |  France/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
Apple Podcasts | #26 | Ireland/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
Apple Podcasts | #185 | Ireland/Society & Culture |
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Recent guests on Insights include:
1. Jennifer Rock
2. Jody Plauché
3. Afif El-Khuffash
4. Tolu Makay
5. Cathy Kelly
6. Lelia Doolan
7. Laura Coleman
8. Éamon Ó Cuív
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