Sinéad O’Leary : Fighting Spirit

Sinéad O’Leary : Fighting Spirit

Trigger warning : Knife attack, Murder, PTSD.Sinéad O’Leary was only 19 when her life changed forever.She and her friend Nichola Sweeney, were getting ready to go out, when a neighbour (Peter Whelan) broke into Nichola’s home and attacked them both.Sinéad was stabbed 20 times and managed to survive the onslaught, while her friend Nichola unfortunately died, due to her wounds. In this conversation, Sinéad speaks about her friendship with Nichola, the night itself, the court case and how 19 years on, she doesn't feel safe or respected by the state. It is without a doubt, the most affecting podcast I’ve ever recorded. * Further viewing - TG4 documentary Finné, Series 3 Episode 4 which is still available on the TG4 playerSome extra points from Sinéad….‘My overall experience is that there has been a lack of duty and care for victims throughout the process. A process which I have found to be inhumane and negligent. I was a State Witness in a murder trial but once I had testified against Peter Whelan, I felt completely disposable. When his numerous appeals were launched I would learn of same only through media outlets. I learned about his day releases, parole hearings and sentence remission from a journalist in 2019. Parole hearings which were unconstitutional, which he was not legally entitled to. These revelations shocked me to the core. Only now that I have made a concerted effort to seek the truth, have I been given the right to receive updates of parole hearings and upcoming day releases. It shouldn’t be this hard for victims. After Prime Time aired in 2019 no accountability was taken by the department of justice with regard to the gross mishandling of Peter Whelan's sentence management. I was assured by the then Minister for Justice, Charlie Flanagan, that the new Parole Act would give much needed and increased rights to victims. That the minimum term for parole eligibility for lifers would be increased from 7 to 12 years. I was made to believe, time and time again, that the act would apply retrospectively to Peter Whelan. This would mean that he would only be entitled to a parole hearing when he had served the minimum of 12 years for Nichola's murder and therefore wouldn’t eligible for a parole hearing until 2025. Yet here we are today, the Parole Act is still not in place and another parole hearing is imminent for Whelan. Despite reassurances, I am yet again in limbo. Nicholas family and I have have been tremendously let down and neglected by the state again. As have many other families who have been thrust into the harrowing and frightening parole process a mere 7 years into the life sentences of their loved ones killers.I was invited to submit a Victim Impact Statement for the latest parole hearing; my first invitation after 19 years. This is welcome in written form only. I am not allowed to address the Parole Board in person nor is there someone to advocate on my behalf. My attacker will have full access to my statement; my fears and vulnerabilities will be fully exposed. When the new act is finally established there willbe a prisoners rights advocate from a non government body appointed to the board to advocate for him. I have been fighting for the introduction of a Victims Advocate to the Parole Board in order to address this imbalance. My attacker will have psychologists, prison staff, lawyers and others to speak on his behalf. My voice and the voices of Nicholas family members willbe constrained to a written statement There will be no one there to advocate for us.Victims should be involved in this process. Their ongoing pain and suffering needs to be acknowledged and addressed. It is those who are bereaved by homicide who serve the real life sentences. Their human rights need to be accounted for. I cannot emphasise this enough. The scales of justice need to be rebalanced.’

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Seán Boylan : Heritage, Herbalism, Healing.

Seán Boylan : Heritage, Herbalism, Healing.

Seán Boylan is a 5th generation herbalist and a true sporting legend.For 23 years he was the Meath football manager and led them to 4 All Irelands, gaining him his reputation as an iconic leader. He’s married to Tina and they have 6 children and due to the Coronavirus pandemic he’s currently cocooning at his home.We sat down to have a chat last year and during the conversation he spoke about many things including his deep faith, his recovery from cancer and the healing powers of nature.To get in touch with Seán and/or his team, go to…http://www.dunboyneherbs.ie/I hope you enjoy this conversation and as always I love to hear your feedback so please feel free to get in touch and let me know what you think, you’ll find me on Instagram or Twitter @SileSeoige And if you can, please take a minute to rate, review and/or subscribe to this podcast, I’d really appreciate it X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1 Touko 202049min

Síle - Self Worth Talk and Meditation

Síle - Self Worth Talk and Meditation

In this episode I share my thoughts on Self Worth and guide you through a meditation.It was recorded on my phone and from my wardrobe but I hope you find it helpful especially during these strange days.Sometimes we forget who we really are; what we’ve been through, the positive impact we’ve had on others and what we’ve already achieved in our lives.At 19.30 I guide you through an empowering meditation that will help you remember how strong you are, how capable you are and how worthy you truly are.So I suggest you listen to this part of the podcast when you can give yourself 15 minutes to relax, connect and allow yourself to simply follow the sound of my voice.As always I love to hear your feedback...you can find me on Twitter or Instagram at @SileSeoigeAnd if you can take a moment to subscribe/follow, rate and/or leave a review I'd be very thankful.Namaste Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

24 Huhti 202034min

Paul Byrom : What I’ve learnt

Paul Byrom : What I’ve learnt

Singer and performer Paul Byrom is my guest this week.He has faced a fair amount of difficulty in his life but his outlook is refreshing.And even though he is naturally funny, this conversation delves a bit deeper as he opens up about the death of his father, his health challenges in childhood and with his voice and why listening is so important.Whether you know him or you don’t, whether you are a fan of his style of music or not...I would urge you to give it a listen. I think we can all learn a lot from him.Triggers : Alcoholism, suicide, grief. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

17 Huhti 202037min

Dr. Suzanne McClean : A Mother’s Love

Dr. Suzanne McClean : A Mother’s Love

Counselling psychologist and founder of Rosabel’s Rooms, Dr. Suzanne McClean is my guest this week.She bravely shares how her world completely changed three years ago, when her baby girl Rosabel, died suddenly, when she was only 16 months old.My questions at times, may seem insensitive but Suzanne wanted to share her experience in an effort to help others in a similar situation and I am so thankful to her for her time and her honesty.She is an extraordinary woman and this is a powerful and important conversation to have.Triggers : Child Loss, Sudden Death Trauma, Grief.https://hospicefoundation.ie/rosabels-rooms/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10 Huhti 202040min

Síle Seoige : Navigating the Now

Síle Seoige : Navigating the Now

I asked for your Coronavirus related questions on Instagram and in this podcast I try and answer some of them. I’m not claiming to be an expert but if my words help you in one way or another, whether they give you some comfort, or challenge your current thinking, then I'm glad I recorded this episode.Some questions I delve into are...Are you worried about the days ahead?I feel overwhelmed, what can I do to help myself?Do you think everything will go back to normal when this is over? Remember, you are braver than you think, stronger than you can imagine and loved more than you know.Stay safe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3 Huhti 202050min

Michael Healy-Rae : Carpe Diem

Michael Healy-Rae : Carpe Diem

My guest this week is politician and Kerryman, Michael Healy-Rae.We sat down to have a chat many months ago now but I think his philosophy on life is certainly something we could do with a generous injection of, particularly at the moment. He’s married to Eileen and they have five children and in this conversation we talk about many things; his recovery from an accident in his twenties, his parents, why he doesn’t sleep too much and how happiness can be cultivated.I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

27 Maalis 202046min

Brian Dowling and Arthur Gourounlian : A New Chapter awaits

Brian Dowling and Arthur Gourounlian : A New Chapter awaits

Brian and Arthur are my wonderful guests this week.Brian has already had a hugely successful career in television over the past two decades. He went from being a flight attendant to winning Big Brother, the biggest reality TV show of the time, in 2001. And since then he’s presented a whole host of high profile TV shows mainly in the UK but also here in Ireland.His husband Arthur, a proud Armenian; is a world class choreographer and creative director, who has worked artists like…Beyonce, Girls Aloud, Kylie, The Pussycat dolls…to name but a few!They’ve both felt the deep pain of losing a parent. Arthur’s Dad died when he was 16 and Brian’s Mum passed away suddenly, only 2 years ago.We sat down to have a chat in January, a few shows into the most recent season of Dancing with the Stars on RTE and in this conversation, Brian gives us a beautiful insight into his Mum Rosie; they talk about the importance of setting boundaries and finding balance, their relationship and also their plans to have a family. They have such a beautiful perspective on life and I think it's obvious when you hear this that I’m mad about them both. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

20 Maalis 20201h

Síle Seoige : Flying Solo

Síle Seoige : Flying Solo

In this episode I try and answer a selection of questions I received through Instagram. I talk about Cancer, Career and Miscarriage but I also answer questions like.... What is the most embarrassing thing you have ever worn?What is your best and worst quality or trait?And what do you know now, that you wish you knew at 25? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

24 Joulu 201938min

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