Below The Surface18 Jul 2025

Ep. 16 - Showing Up When It's Hard with James Carty

This week on Below the Surface, we sit down with James Carty — a Garda sergeant, dad of three, and the current chairperson of Down Syndrome Mayo.

James opens up about the emotional reality of serving in the guards, from delivering life-altering news to witnessing trauma first-hand — and the toll it takes on mental health. But this isn’t just a story about the job. It’s about love, family, and fierce resilience.

He shares the powerful journey of his daughter Iris, who was born with Down syndrome — and how she’s defied every expectation.

We talk about medical bias, redefining “normal,” and why they refused to accept limits on what she could achieve.We also dive into James’ personal mission to raise funds through extreme endurance events, including five back-to-back HYROX challenges.

He shares how fitness became his outlet, and how his wife and kids continue to be his greatest team.

Whether you’re a parent, a public servant, or someone who needs a dose of grounded inspiration — this episode will stay with you.

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