The Wall EP.26 - Neuroscientist Explains Memory, Sleep, And How To Keep Your Brain Sharp The Wall By Stephanie O'Quigley podcast

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In this episode, mental health expert Olivia Bowser, joins me to chat all things meditation, mindfulness, and mental health. Olivia is the founder and CEO of Liberate; the LA-based wellness studio helping every day men and women exercise the body and mind. She has worked to develop The Liberate Method, along with a Mental Performance Coach, which offers dynamic exercises to create an approachable mental workout that strengthens muscles like presence, confidence, and resilience. Olivia answers my questions on every day ways to check in with your own mental health, how lifestyle changes can directly impact your mental wellbeing, and also some books that have helped guide her wellness journey: The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle The Book of Awakening by Mark Nepo How to Love by Thich Nhat Hanh Thank you for listening and don't forget to join on social too! @TheWallbyStephanieOQuigley @StephanieOQuigley @Liv.Bowser --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.32 - Sleep Scientist, Dr. Chelsie Rohrscheib, Helping You Get Better Sleep 36:02

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Neuroscientist and sleep specialist, Dr. Chelsie Rohrscheib, joins me for a discussion about the best (and worst) sleep practices. Ever wondered what happens to your brain when you sleep? What about taking naps? Is too much sleep bad? And how to know when to seek professional help for your sleep. Dr. Chelsie has over a decade of experience working in the field of sleep research and medicine. During her research career, Dr. Rohrscheib specialized in how genetics control sleep in the brain and how sleep loss affects health. She is also the Sleep Specialist at Wesper, the at-home tool to identify sleeping patterns. Thank you for listening and don't forget to join on social too! @TheWallbyStephanieOQuigley @StephanieOQuigley @WesperHealth --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.31 - The Basics of Spiritual Awakening with Maura Farragher 44:26

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In this episode, Enigma Wellness founder and holistic wellness practitioner Maura Farragher, speaks to the basics of spiritual awakening. We discuss cultural conditioning, male versus female energy, human evolution and spiritual awakening, separating the ego from the consciousness, and how to create a peaceful inner spirit. Maura treats clients all over the world through online services which can be found here . Books recommended by Maura include: Ordering from the Cosmic Kitchen: The Essential Guide to Powerful, Nourishing Affirmations by Patricia J. Crane and Hiring the Heavens by Jean Slatter. Thanks for listening and don't forget to follow on social: The Wall by Stephanie O'Quigley and Maura on @Maura_Farragher. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.30 - Author and Professor, Dr.Neal Barnard, on Healing Hormone Imbalances 35:45

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Professor and author of 'Your Body in Balance', Dr.Neal Barnard MD, FACC, explains in detail how our hormones react to our diet. Dr. Barnard - who also made an appearance in the hit documentary Forks Over Knives - speaks about how a vegan diet can potentially heal Hashimotos, endometriosis, and other hormonal imbalances we commonly treat with prescription medication. In this episode of The Wall Podcast, you will learn how our diet is directly connected to thyroid health, the main causes of Hashimotos, reasons why you can’t (or can!) digest diary, and more. Thanks for listening and don't forget to follow on social: The Wall by Stephanie O'Quigley and Dr.Neal Barnard . Hosted by: Stephanie O'Quigley --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.29 - Psychologist, Dr. Clodagh Campbell,Explains Anxiety 41:51

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2020 has caused so many of us to feel more anxious than ever, even those who never experienced anxiety in their lives before. Anxiety comes in all shapes and sizes and looks different for everyone, but in this episode of The Wall Podcast, Dr. Clodagh Cambell helps us understand the common woes of experiencing anxiety. Dr. Clodagh Campbell is a psychologist that you may know from Instagram as 'The Wellness Psychologist'. In this episode, Dr.Campbell helps us understand our anxiety, what triggers it, and what's happening in our body when we are triggered. She shares some at-home tips and exercises we can all implement to help combat feelings of anxiousness or help manage our anxiety levels as we continue to spend more time at home. The books mentioned by Dr.Campbell in the podcast: The Choice by Dr. Edith Eva Eger Untamed by Glennon Doyle Thanks for listening and don't forget to follow on social: The Wall by Stephanie O'Quigley + The Wellness Psychologist . Hosted by: Stephanie O'Quigley --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.28 - Life Coach, Mark Fennell, on Being Stuck In A Rut 44:05

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Welcome to season three of The Wall Podcast! With 2020 just behind us, many are feeling defeated, unmotivated, and 'stuck in a rut’. Be it relationships, career, fitness, or just life in general, we've all experienced times where we move slower than normal and possibly feel guilty for not 'getting ahead'. In this episode Life Coach, Mark Fennell, speaks to why we get unmotivated and sometimes feel a sense of being 'stuck.' Mark helps us understand how we can get ourselves out of a rut, discover our motives, and help check-in on ourselves in order to maintain motivation and a general sense of feeling happy. Books that Mark referenced in the podcast: How To Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie Hope and Help for Your Nerves: End Anxiety Now by Dr.Claire Weekes Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl Mark is a Life Coach based in Dublin, Ireland with over 20 years of experience in the field. Mark coaches groups and individuals to help reset their mindset, discover purpose, manage anxiety, and more. Mark also has his own podcast - “This Adult Life” - and is a regular contributor to Irish national TV + radio. Connect on IG @ thewallbystephanieoquigley Email oquigley.stephanie@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.27 - Mortality, Mindset, and Questioning Societal Norms with Siobhán O’Hagan 47:58

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Ever felt the pressure of society and how you should structure your life? Ever worry about running out of time or catching up with what your friends are doing? What if you don't want a mortgage, marriage and kids? For this episode, Irish-born personal trainer, Siobhán O'Hagan, chats with me about changing the narrative and living for YOU. Siobhán, who now spends most of her time in Bali, has shared her fitness journey with her 100,000+ Instagram fans for a number of years. Her followers have watched her lose weight, gain weight, lose muscle, gain muscle, and everything in between. Siobhán doesn't hold back when it comes to transparency with content online and despite setbacks along the way, she never fails to share how she achieves a positive outlook on life towards whatever challenges that face her. If you're interested in living unconventionally without the pressure of what society thinks you should do, or to simply change your mindset for the better, this episode is for you. Books Siobhán recommended in the podcast: The Code of the Extraordinary Mind by Vishen Lakhiani The Chimp Paradox by Steve Peters Lost Connections by Johann Hari A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle Follow Siobhan on Instagram @ siobh.ohagan and check out her online training here. If you've enjoyed this episode, please share on Instagram - @ stephanieoquigley @ thewallbystephanieoquigley --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.26 - Neuroscientist Explains Memory, Sleep, and How To Keep Your Brain Sharp 46:56

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Neuroscientist, Dr. Sabina Brennan, joins me to take through the basics of neuroscience and connect them with everyday life. Ever wondered how your memory works, or how you can improve your brain health? What about our unexplainable responses to meeting people? Sabina answers these questions and beyond. Sabina Brennan is an Irish neuroscientist, psychologist, and former television actress. She is currently an adjunct assistant professor working at Trinity College Dublin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.25 - Food Behaviours and Somatic Therapy with Todd Nyholm 40:44

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Ever wonder why some cultures eat spicy food and others don't? Or ever wonder why we eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner? Todd Nyholm did too! Todd has been practicing as a Somatic Therapist for almost two decades. His studies have made him an expert in all types of therapy: from visceral manipulation and craniosacral to acupressure, shiatsu, and reflexology. In his book, “Ah, Food, Why Do You Trouble Me So Much?”, Todd shares his discovery of the undeniable relationship between mind and body and how we need to make our food work for us rather than against. Visit Nytality.com for more info on Todd. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, let me know on Instagram: @StephanieOQuigley @TheWallByStephanieOQuigley --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.24 - Denise Kenny Byrne on How To Manifest and Mediate 56:14

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In this episode, founder of The Head Plan and social media star, Denise Kenny Byrne shares how her life changed after her husband was diagnosed with leukemia when they returned from their honeymoon in 2018. Denise talks about finding solace in sharing the journey to recovery on social media and how mediating and manifestation has played a role in her whole entire life. She also talks to her plans for The Head Plan and favorite human behavior books. Books mentioned in the episode: The Laws of Human Nature Atomic Habits The Chimp Paradox The Universe Has Your Back Follow Denise on Instagram @ denisekennybyrne and feel free to join the NEW Instagram account for this podcast, @ thewallbystephanieoquigley Thank you for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.23 - Relationship Expert, Thais Gibson (BSc, MA) On Attachment Styles, Trauma, and Boundaries 40:07

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Thais Gibson is the co-founder of the Personal Development School as well as the author of the book, "Attachment Theory Guide". Throughout her career, she has worked with thousands of clients and helped them to positively transform their lives, relationships, and goals. Thais is certified in over 13 different areas of therapy, including cognitive behavioral therapy, neurolinguistic programming and transpersonal psychology. Thais also has a successful YouTube channel focused on attachment styles and relationship psychology with over 3.5MM views. The most influential factor in relationships is, according to Thais Gibson, our attachment style. Where do we learn our attachment style? Childhood trauma. This episode delves into attachment styles (there are four main types) and where they stem from, setting boundaries in relationships, communicating needs, and so much more. Thais explains why we fall for certain types of partners, why 'opposites attract', and how we can all become much more secure in our relationships. You can enroll in Thais' Personal Development School at PersonalDevelopmentSchool.com and check out her YouTube channel - Personal Development School - Thais Gibson. If you liked this episode, please tag me on Instagram, @stephanieoquigley! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.22 - Healthy Periods, Questions On Birth Control Endocrine Disruptors, with The Hormone Health Coach 1:15:45

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Ever wondered if your period is normal? What happens when you come off the pill? Maria is answering your questions on this episode. Maria Rafferty from The Hormone Health Coach has spent over ten years working with women - from teenage period pain to menopause and everything in between. Maria has worked with groups of women in postpartum classes, menstrual health workshops, and fertility seminars. On this episode, Maria chats to me about what a healthy period looks like (pain, clotting, acne, etc), endocrine disruptors, what happens to your body when you take the pill and when you come off it. Her quote "something is common doesn’t mean it's normal" is a reassurance to us all that just because we are women, doesn't mean we have to be in pain. For reference, we spoke about Period Power by Maisie Hill in this episode, along with Alexandra Pope, founder of Red School. You can follow Maria on Instagram @ TheHormoneHealthCoach - and check out her site for more info about her work: MariaRafferty.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.21 - Anorexia, a Psychiatric Hospital, and Recovery with Jess McCaul 52:26

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Jess McCaul - a blogger from Longford in Ireland - suffered from anorexia for eleven years. After doctors diagnosed her with osteoporosis and osteopenia at just twenty-six years of age, Jess decided that enough was enough. It was from this point that she began her fight against the eating disorder, determined to not let it win. Jess speaks about her low points throughout the years of the eating disorder and how it took away so much of her young life; not being able to go for a coffee with friends, not going to events or parties and spending a lot of time at home trying to stay warm and being consumed by her mental illness. After working with her GP for some time, Jess explains how she felt like she had no choice but to fight for the funding for the inpatient treatment that she knew she needed in Saint John of God's Psychiatric Hospital in Dublin. She reveals that she didn’t have the strength to recover with outpatient treatment alone and if she didn’t get the care she needed, illness could’ve potentially killed her. After two years, Jess was finally granted the funding she needed for her 14 weeks at the psychiatric hospital that she says saved her life. It’s been a full 12 months since she was discharged and despite the 2020 pandemic, she is still feeling positive about her ever-changing road to recovery and is on a mission to spread awareness around mental illnesses. Jess can be found on Instagram - @JesskaDenise - and on her website www.JesskaDenise.com . --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.20 - Sinead Hegarty on Understanding Human Behavior 47:39

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Social media star Sinead Hegarty began sharing her world travels and fashion and beauty finds on Instagram which quickly started to garner attention, followers, and fans. After a sudden breakup with her boyfriend at the time, Sinead turned to learning about human behavior as a way to understand relationships, emotional attachments, and all the changes she was experiencing as a young woman navigating romance and partnerships. Sinead began studying any and all human behavior books she could get her hands on (she names her favorite in this episode!) and as her knowledge grew, so did her fanbase. She shared the ups and downs of her everyday life and all her psychology insights and revelations. She continued to share value with her followers, staying relatable and approachable even when diving into intricate neuroscientific discoveries. Today, Sinead remains an honest, open book with her followers. She maintains her YouTube channel, extensive Instagram videos, and stories as well as her more recent project; her eBook on relationships "You Should Know These Things". If you have an interest in psychology or have ever craved a deeper understanding of topics such as fear, identity, empathy, attachment styles, or spiritual awakening this episode is for you. Follow Sinead on Instagram (@SineadHegarty) and check out her E-Book on SineadHegarty.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.19 - Goss.ie CEO, Ali Ryan, on Feminism, Multi-Million Dollar Deals, and Connecting The Dots 1:27:00

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Ali Ryan is the founder and CEO of one of Ireland's biggest gossip website, Goss.ie , a regular Hollywood socialite, and a straight-up feminist. In this episode, Ali discusses her journey to becoming a young, female entrepreneur having started the business in 2016 when she was just 24 years old. She reveals her struggles with school, lawsuits, and run-ins with dominant brands in the industry. We chatted about her drive to prove everyone wrong, how The Secret book influenced her very early on, and how she copes with the pressure of so many responsibilities in business. If you're a young entrepreneur or thinking about becoming one, this episode is for you. Ali has amazing resilience, insights, and amazing self-awareness. You can check out Ali on Instagram - @ItsAliRose Don't forget to follow me on Instagram - @StephanieOQuigley // Email: oquigley.stephanie@gmail.com Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall BONUS Episode - Jacqueline Wilson, Jeffree Star And More Ultimate Chats With Rebecca Shortt 1:41:10

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Jaqueline Wilson books, Instagram models, online comparisons, and YouTube tarot readers... Up and coming Irish YouTuber, Rebecca Shortt joined me for this extra chatty episode where we covered all things social media, online tea, and even our favorite childhood books. If you're a budding content creator or, like Rebecca and I spend too much time online, I recommend this episode! You can check out Rebecca's YouTube channel here. You can check out my Instagram here. THINGS WE REFERENCED: Tyler’s Tarot (Love readings on YouTube) Jane International Tarot & Astrology SkincarebyHyram (skincare GOD) Paula’s Choice 2% BHA (The best skincare product ever) Jeffree Star (House tour) Anami Therapy (Spiritual readings) Gary Vaynerchuck ("Don't compare yourself to others online") Shane Dawson (The video Rebecca was in) Libro.Fm (Support local bookstores) Hustle Harder, Huster Smarter (Curtis Jackson’s book) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.18 - Immigration Attorney Fiona McEntee on Visa's For Irish Citizens and Immigration Rights 1:10:36

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Fiona McEntee is an award-winning immigration attorney and Founding & Managing Attorney of McEntee Law Group in Chicago. She is a national spokesperson and a member of the Media and Advocacy Committee for AILA National. She is also the co-chair of AILA Chicago’s Media and Advocacy Committee. Fiona is regularly tapped for her immigration thought-leadership by major media outlets including MSNBC, BBC, CNN.com, New York Times, Politico, Inc. Magazine, Chicago Tribune, Irish Central, Irish Times, & RTÉ. Now, Fiona runs the team at McEntee Law Group, is an advocate for immigrants' rights, and has written an award-winning children’s book – Our American Dream. This is an episode I’ve wanted to do for quite some time and a subject I could talk about all day! Fiona chatted about immigration for Irish citizens including options after the J1 and E-3 visas. She also answered your Instagram questions and spoke about how the Covid-19 pandemic is affecting immigration. If you’re currently thinking of your next steps in the US or need sound advice for options to work authorization in the US, this episode is an absolute must for you. You can connect with Fiona via Instagram @UsVisaLawyer or email – info@mcenteelaw.com . As always, I can be found on my Instagram, @StephanieOQuigley. **Credit for the quotes mentioned: Donald Trump ( reported by Fintin O’Toole for the New York Times ), Maeve Higgins ( for the NYR Daily ). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.17 - Mental Health, Fitness and Treating Yourself with Laura Dorgan 46:56

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Welcome back to The Wall podcast and thank you for bearing with me. It’s been 11 weeks since I started quarantine and I took a break from recording as I tried to adapt to this new life. I'm sure you are all doing your bit to adjust and I truly hope everyone reading this is doing well and staying safe. We here so many buzzwords when it comes to fitness. There's fitness fads, trends, meal plans, strength training or cardio training, low carbs, or calorie deficit. Health goals can get overwhelming very quickly. In this episode, I spoke with a lovely friend of mine, Laura Dorgan, who also happens to be a personal trainer here in New York. Laura trains men and women all over the world to reach their health goals whatever that may be; building strength, mobility, gaining or losing weight. Laura will be the first person to tell you she has an app (!) with hundreds of exercises, meal plans, recipes, and more. She has thousands of Instagram followers too, following her journey in NYC and shares an insight into what exercise and food look like for a personal trainer, along with her struggles with endometriosis. Laura joined me on the podcast to talk through some fitness and nutrition myths and the biggest and best muscle we need to exercise; the brain. Each and every one of us has a unique goal for our body, even if that goal is just maintenance. For some, the health journey means so much more and in many cases, it can be a huge ‘wall’ to tackle. Join Laura and me in our real chat about the better health journey and get a look inside what a program with Laura herself might feel like. Join me on Instagram, @StephanieOQuigley , and don't forget to check out Laura's: @LauraDorganFitness . Learn more about Laura's work: LauraDorganFitness.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall BONUS Episode - The Truth About Influencer Partnerships 50:42

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Ever wondered what goes on behind the ‘spon’ and ‘ad’ posts by your loved and loathed influencers? How do brands identify influencers and how do they identify the health of the influencer's audience? What attracts us to certain influencers and does curated content really matter? My dear friend and old coworker, Fatima Scott, is the guest star of the first episode of The Wall Podcast. Fatima is a Senior Community Manager at the leading influencer marketing agency, Collectively, here in New York City. Fatima has worked with some of the largest brands in the world including COTY, Clinique Hewlett Packard and more and is continuing to help brands identify fitting influencers for their next campaign. Fatima and I sat down to discuss the ins and outs of influencer partnerships, how to determine real from fake and the future of influencing. Thank you for listening and feel free to connect on Instagram, @StephanieOQuigley! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.16 - Lorna Ruane (@LCsCloset) On The Reality Of A Ph. D., Working For The Worlds Biggest Brands, And The Royal Family Fashion 1:19:28

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For this episode, I got to sit down with a lovely friend and fellow blogger, Lorna Ruane. Lorna works is the Associate Director of Research and Analytics for some of the world's biggest companies that we use and rely on every day. She comes from a family of 10 in Mayo, and started out her career working with numbers helping her dad out at the horse racing. Lorna studied a Ph.D. in Marketing (fashion and brand relationship) in NUI Galway. During her final year, Lorna launched her blog and social media, LC’s Closet, where she documented her outfit and interest in fashion for the past seven years. She decided to leave her brothers and sisters and set up a new life here in New York, where she has continued to work for the biggest brands in the world. She also still shares her outfits on Instagram, alongside her obsession and dedicated interest in the Royal Family. Lorna and I spoke about the realities of a Ph.D., leaving Ireland, an insight into the US workplace and the pros and cons of living in New York. If you’ve ever wondered what value a Ph.D. might bring to your career or what it’s like to work in New York this one is for you! Follow Lorna at @LCSCloset on Instagram! Thanks for listening and be sure to let me know what you think on Instagram - @StephanieOQuigley. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.15 - Dating In A Modern World With Author Of 'Swiping For Prince Charming' 36:06

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I always want to start off and thank you all for listening to The Wall Podcast because it means so much to me and I love to see the numbers grow every week. In this episode I touch on a topic that I haven't spoken about before; it's modern-day dating! Sabrina Marzaro - author of 'Swiping for Prince Charming' - joined me to talk about navigating dating apps and the 21st-century dating scene. Sabrina released her first book in 2019. This beautifully illustrated tale tells the story about a man her in life which leads to very personal discovery and lesson. Sabrina is also a professor at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City and owns her own branding and copywriting company, Graphite and Ink, where she has worked with brands such as L'Oréal, Givenchy and Guerlain. Sabrina and I chatted about experimenting with dating and shared learnings of self-love and the importance of personal happiness. We also answered some of your questions you sent in on my Instagram too! You can check out Swiping for Prince Charming on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Target and more. Don't forget to follow @swipingforprincecharming on Instagram too! www.stephanieoquigley.com /// @ stephanieoquigley --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.14 - How Two Irish Sisters Are Changing Oral Care Across The World 35:29

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Welcome back to episode 14 of The Wall Podcast! Thank you for continuing to listen and if you're new here; welcome. On this one, I got to spend a few hours with Dr. Vanessa Creaven co-founder of Spotlight Oral Care which is an Irish oral care company that made its name after their Spotlight Teeth Whitening Kit took the Irish cosmetic market by storm. Vanessa and her sister, Lisa Creaven, are both dentists from Galway in Ireland. They’ve truly found an untouched area of the global oral care market and have developed a collection of clean, non-toxic, environmentally friendly products that make us look good on the outside, but are also good to our teeth and gums too. in this podcast, Vanessa takes us back in time to the launch of their well-known teeth whitening kit, which became a social media sensation. This product started out as something they wanted to offer their patients, but the demand began to snowball, more and more retailers have requested their product. Fast forward three years later and Vanessa - still only twenty-eight years old - announced that she and Lisa just signed with 1,000 Ulta stores across America. A coveted move for any cosmetic company and a true pinch-me moment for a brand that has come from Galway. This is not only an intriguing success story from two very smart sisters, but Vanessa also shines a light on some truth about popular oral care products on the market and the harsh reality of what many consumers are putting in their mouths. It was a real eye-opener for me! The story of Spotlight Oral Care is the epitome of what this podcast means to me; true success that stemmed from pure resilience and passion. Thanks for listening and be sure to let me know what you think on Instagram - @ StephanieOQuigley. You can check out the Spotlight collection at SpotlightOralCare.com and on Instagram @Spotlight_Oral_Care as well. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.13: Shauna Doyle Talks School Struggles and The Value of Being Authentic with Your Audience 38:39

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It’s finally here, Season 2 of The Wall Podcast! Thank you for all who have listened through Season 1. I’m excited to say that I am just getting started! To kick off the new season, and the very first episode of 2020, I have an interview with Irish influencer, Shauna Doyle. Shauna is a fast-growing blogger from Cork and is best known for her chats on Instagram stories and her blusher. Yep, Shauna’s rule is that you can never have too much blush on your cheeks! Shauna started out in retail, moving up the ranks fast in some of the bigger outlets until she landed a job as a makeup artist in MAC makeup. School was never for her so Shauna thought she was destined for a career in makeup and retail. Until her follower numbers started to grow rapidly. Despite her current following being at a ‘micro-level’ by industry standards, Shauna has been able to sustain a living out of full-time blogging from her hometown of Cork while studying a master's in PR too. Shauna, who by the way is only twenty-two years old, sat down with me in NYC to chat about her journey so far. She was traveling to promote the latest fashion app called Alana, so you could say things are escalating pretty fast for her. Shauna is a great example of how, if you’re brave enough to ask and you’re willing to put in the work, that sometimes the answer is simply 'yes'. You can join Shauna on Instagram ( @shaunadoyle.x ) and YouTube , and don't forget to check out the new Alana app (@alana.app) too! Thanks for joining me for season two and, as always, I look forward to the next one! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.12: Wander Beauty Co-Founder, Divya Gugnani, on Becoming A Serial Entrepreneur and Succeeding in The Beauty Business 36:05

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Divya Gugnani is the co-founder of the first travel-inspired beauty brand of its kind. The collection of skin and color cosmetics can be found on the shelves of Nordstrom, Sephora, Ulta and more. But before Divya founded Wander Beauty, she was a student of both Harvard and Cornell before then continuing on to a career in investment banking at Goldman Sachs. Divya met Victoria’s Secret Angel Lindsay Ellingson in 2014 and Wander Beauty was born. The pair teamed up to create a multi-award winning. a global beauty brand. What makes Wander Beauty different? It aims to disrupt the beauty industry and streamline makeup routines by creating beauty essentials to make travel and busy lifestyles easier. In this episode of the podcast, I asked Divya how Wander Beauty came about, how you go from having a successful career in finance to launching a luxury beauty brand. I wanted to know what made Divya tick and she was willing to share. I can’t explain how excited I was to record this interview and to share this content with you. Divya is a serial entrepreneur, successful businesswoman, and most important a supermom. Enjoy this episode and don't forget to check out Divya on Instagram - @dgugnani. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.11: Trauma Specialist, Gillian O’Shea Brown, Talks Treating and Understanding Traumatic Experiences 52:11

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Gillian O’Shea Brown, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist, Advanced EMDR Practitioner and Complex Trauma Specialist with a passion for working with individuals and couples to foster resilience, courage, and strength. She is currently a Doctoral Researcher at NYU and serves as a Clinical Affiliate of the Integrated Trauma Program at the National Institute for the Psychotherapies, NYC. Originally from Cork, she now owns a psychotherapy practice in Manhattan's Flatiron District. She incorporates integrative healing techniques such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy, and more. Gillian sat down with me to share her understanding of trauma itself - the big 'T’ trauma and small 't' relational trauma. Specifically, she explains how and why these experiences have an effect on our wellbeing and overall quality of life. She explains how our mind is wired to cope once immersed in various distressing experiences and how, with the help of the right therapy, we have the ability to treat and manage ourselves. This episode is relevant to us all but especially those who are curious about how the mind copes with trauma or just unwanted life experiences in general. Gillian explains what you can expect from therapy, her various therapeutic approaches and how they work. I learned so much in this episode and I think you will too. To contact Gillian directly, you can email her at gillosheabrownlcsw@gmail.co m. For more information on the service please visit www.gillianosheabrownpsychotherapy.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.10 - Louise Cooney on Working Hard, Being Proud of Herself and Her New NYC Life 36:26

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Welcome back to The Wall Podcast! This episode is an interview with Irish Influencer, Louise Cooney, who has recently moved to New York City. Louise spent years working for Tourism Ireland after college, where she got the opportunity to live the Manhattan life for 12 months. Fast forward a few years, a lot of hard work and a huge social media audience behind her and she now is back in the Big Apple to stay! Louise shares her story on how she has garnered such a large audience, what she deems important in the realm of social media and her plans for new life in NYC. Louise is guaranteed to deliver style and a smile and we’re here for it. Enjoy this episode and share your feedback on Instagram. Don't forget to follow Louise too at @louisecooney_! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.9 - Influencer @TarMarz Shares Her Story on Becoming a Full-Time Digital Content Creator 48:20

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Welcome back to The Wall Podcast! This is an interview with someone you might already know and someone I am lucky to call a friend here in New York. Tara Marzuki is from County Cork in Ireland but has resided in NYC for the past four years. Tara is known for vlogging her life in Manhattan (and her impeccable video editing skills) but also has a degree in textile, art, and fashion and has worked for years in fashion design, with a notable stint designing costumes for Game of Thrones. Tara has worked with some of the worlds biggest brands including Nars, Puma, and Burberry and has impressively accumulated almost 200,000 social media followers across Instagram and YouTube. Tara sat down with me in her new Brooklyn apartment (@ abrooklynloft on IG ) to chat about her journey on becoming a full-time digital content creator, her struggles working for herself and her New York experiences; the good, the bad and the ugly. Follow Tara’s daily fashion inspiration and all-round realness on Instagram, @ TarMarz . You won’t regret it! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.8 - A Makeup Artist To The Stars with Neil Scibelli 48:13

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This is an interview with celebrity makeup artist, beauty expert, and musician, Neil Scibelli (@MakeupByNeil). Neil, a native New Yorker, has painted the faces of Sophia Richie and Destiny's Child Michelle Williams, has worked on Beyonce’s and Adele’s music videos and is Elle Macpherson’s go-to makeup artist. He's a regular contributor to some of the world's biggest websites including Women's Health, Byrdie, POPSUGAR, and more. Neil sat down with me to chat about how he spent many days off working for free and built his network from nothing, noting how important being genuinely interested in makeup artistry and holding yourself professionally is. Neil speaks to the idea that social media has had a somewhat negative impact on the world of celebrity makeup artists and how he came to learn that doing a good job with a good heart will carry you further than any online presence every will. If you're interested in makeup artistry, the creative arts or just curious to hear how such a glamorous story unfolded from nothing, this one is for you! Let me know you like this episode - tag me on Instagram (@ StephanieOQuigley ) if you're tuning in! Enjoy, Stephanie xxx --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.7 - How Irishman, Paddy Greene, Became One Of Manhattan's Biggest Nightclub Promoter 40:28

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Sligo man, Paddy Greene, moved to New York at the prime age of 25 on a J1 Visa. After getting fired from his bar job on the week before Christmas, he quickly figured out there was an opportunity to do night club promoting in a way that nobody else was. Fast forward a few years and Paddy has become a self-made nightclub entrepreneur, working for the largest nightclubs in New York City and beyond. He tells me the stories of nights spent with Leonardo DiCaprio, Conor McGregor, and various royal families. Paddy speaks about the discipline of managing a professional business in the club scene in one of the busiest cities in the world. There is also some sound advice in there for recent J1 graduates too. Nightclub promoting may not be for you, but there is an undeniable ‘Irish luck and charm’ about this story that’s hard to ignore. Thank you for tuning into The Wall Podcast, please do tag me on Instagram so we can connect - @ StephanieOQuigley! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-oquigley/support…

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The Wall EP.6 - Irishwoman in Manhattan On The Journey of Entrepreneurship & Feeding Your Soul Along The Way 1:08:51

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