Unlocked with Emma

A light hearted chat for your ears this week! Who doesn’t love reminiscing on good times and talking shite?\n\nHighlights:\n- How podcasts wreck your head but sure it’s good craic\n- -Was Gerry Adams in the RA?\n- The weird wee ways of Irish people\n- How life has changed since start of corona\n- Ghosting is a bad job\n-Zoom call nightmares\n- Pet peeves of lockdown, what really fries your head and people using covid as an excuse for everything \n- Donald trump impressions\n- Dodgy haircuts and fashion when growing up in Ireland in the 00’s disco scene \n\nTook a long time to edit all of the banter in this! Thanks for the chat Mark & Rory! Check these guys out!!\r\n

With the lads from \"Pulling Favours\" podcast.\nA light hearted chat for your ears this week! Who doesn’t love reminiscing on good times and talking shite?\n\nHighlights  \n- How podcasts wreck your head but sure it’s good craic\n- -Was Gerry Adams in the RA?\n- The weird wee ways of Irish people\n- How life has changed since start of corona\n- Ghosting is a bad job\n-Zoom call nightmares\n- Pet peeves of lockdown, what really fries your head and people using covid as an excuse for everything \n- Donald trump impressions\n- Dodgy haircuts and fashion when growing up in Ireland in the 00’s disco scene \n\nTook a long time to edit all of the banter in this. Thanks for the chat and laughs Mark & Rory. Check them out!\r\n

Hup Tipp, hup takeaways & hup living each day as it comes. Arguably the most talented lady in Gaelic Football, it was a pleasure to chat to Aisling about more than just the round ball and medals. She recently just won an all-star, as well as other achievements for her sheer natural talent and awareness on the field. However, we chat about her failures and successes in life itself, and how failure is just a concept, and essential for growth. From setbacks in college to triumph in the mundane, this Cahir girl takes nothing for granted and stays true to herself. Passion for football is one thing for Aisling, but passion for family, for career, and for discovering herself and the ways of the world is on her priorities too. Self assurance is key. Keep her country Miss Moloney!  Out Monday 15th March

How fitting on International Woman’s Day that I get to release this episode with not 1, but 2 amazing ladies, who really show us what strength & bravery entails! I had a chat with Roseanna, an incredible mother and human being, whose daughter Saoirse stole the nation’s heart with her appearance on The Late Late Toy Show in December 2020. Saoirse was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma (bone cancer) and underwent a below-knee leg amputation at the tender age of 8, as well as going through the gruelling process of chemotherapy. Today Roseanna & I talk about Saoirse’s journey from the highs to the lowest of lows. I chat to Saoirse also, who was showing off her curly locks that are growing back, and riding her bike again, just as a beautiful child should. This is a humbling story of loss, resilience and hope. I hope you feel enlightened after this episode, and very much count every single one of your blessings. Enjoy life, and always hold on to your inner child! And enjoy this lovely chat.

Prepare your ears for the ridiculously talented, Kildare native Megan O’Neill, an irish singer songwriter. Most recently, Megan has been on The Late Late Show performing her song ‘Time in a Bottle', which aired in the famous new Netflix series Firefly lane this year. Her voice has been heard by millions, watch this space! Megan is only getting bigger in the music scene, with her second album out on march 12th.  She has been singing & writing music for the past decade, has toured world wide and performed with huge faces such as Tom Jones. In this lovely heat warming episode we discuss the meaning behind her albums, life in Nashville, powerful women in music, and the complete and utter hard grafting that goes into the music profession. It is a special treat for you music enthusiasts, as Megan provides us with a special treat at the end of this episode with a stunning version of her song 'Ireland'. Hup Irish music! 

Be brave enough to be poor at something new”, she says. This woman has talent coming out of her ears. But she validates that talent with sheer hard work and grit throughout her entire sporting career.  Cork’s Brid Stack is venturing to Australia to join @gwsgiants for the next AFLW season. Having 11 all Ireland titles and 7 all stars, this bubbly lady is moving herself and her family to Oz to tackle a new sport, and she is taking it by the reigns.  We all know her sporting career, but I got to know the lovely and hilarious personality that is Brid during this giggle-filled interview. She practises what she preaches. We discuss teenage years, meeting her now husband in college, the importance of sport for socialising and life long friends, and ofcourse - becoming a mammy!  Far more to this lassie than the jersey

External factors cannot bring you inner happiness, and Conor O’Keeffe has first hand experience with this.An uplifting story that should give our nation hope and excitement for the future, particularly those in their 20’s. Those tough on the outside males- have a good listen to this episode!From being a professional athlete to alcoholism and depression, Conor had to bust through many doors of life to learn the meaning and worth of his life. Nothing was ever good enough, but only for him alone and his inner torment.Now 29, the Cork man is an ultra marathon runner and adventurer sharing his life and connection with the natural world via social media, and takes full accountability for his actions. We discuss how important it is to be your own best friend, the beauty of music and the outdoors and most importantly- day to day mindset and how you can do absolutely anything you set your mind to. This interview will enlighten you today, and make you realise just how lucky you are to be here! If today is a bad day, remember it’s only 1 of 365. 

Back at it with a positive story- one that was 64 years in the waiting. I had the chats with Dungannon Clarke's manager Chris, where we talk about how much it means to the town to win the Tyrone Senior Championship after a long drought. We discuss the history of the club, Dungannon during the troubles, and how the club and community are thriving. But most importantly, it's about the unforgettable season of extra times and heart stopping moments that will never be forgotten.

My final episode of this series is a chat with our local well-being advocate, who really is a beauty inside and out. This lovely lady discusses many enlightening and informative topics with me this week. There are many important take home messages from this chat, but one that stood out for me is that you do not have it all figured out In your 20’s. Enjoy the journey and the destination will be a bonus. Focus on you and your own inner happiness, and the rest will follow! Thank you for the laughs and chats Annette. Had to keep that intro in 😜 Lots of positive and exciting things to come from this lady!

Ireland's favourite and very down to earth performance nutritionist chats with me this week. Known for his work with Dublin Senior men & Leinster rugby, Daniel is a genius in his own field. We cover important topics from nutrition being mandatory in schools, negative connotations with food, and the male/female perception of fuelling our bodies.

A short background about me, my interests and reason for starting this podcast.

Ireland's greatest female Gaelic footballer ever- what a pleasure it was to talk to this incredible woman! Always destined for this path, Cora's character was created for sport. Resilient and driven, is it any wonder she has won 11 all-stars? We talk the importance of girls in sport, the effect of a good coach, & overcoming adversities such as injuries and the media.Her story is still not finished. Here's to strong women.

Who needs a laugh this fine Monday? This week I am joined by my good friend Conleth, a musician (and comedian) making his mark on the world. Based in Liverpool, Conleth's song-writing and vocal talent has gained huge following and the world-stage is soon to be his. We talk inspirations, how unreal Ireland is for music and that feeling of togetherness, and what his future plans are. Give this legend a listen!

We all know the name. The first man to lift Sam Maguire for Tyrone in '03. But who is the mind behind the jersey?  Peter’s success did not come easy.  An insight to who Peter is & what he stands for. We talk how it all began, his personal life, and what small/very steep steps he surpassed to get to the top. We dive into his passions, & nurturing the young minds of Tyrone and further afield. Arguably the best ever, he will surely inspire you this lovely Monday!

A must-listen episode with the incredible Meghann Scully. This episode is dedicated to anyone who is suffering or has suffered with grief, loss, depression or hardship. We discuss dealing with loss at a young age, how as humans we can only mask grief for so long, and how to ask for/ utilise help. She hit rock bottom but is now very successful. There is always light at the end of the tunnel, and Meghann truly is a ray of sunshine. Enjoy. 

This week I talk to the bubbly and informative Sinead Hegarty, from Castlederg. Having built a social media empire whilst travelling, Sinead portrays the most positive, yet realistic approach to life. We discuss what it's like to hit rock-bottom and the associated constant learning and self-improvement to achieve your optimal potential. Her purpose is to help us enhance relationships and educate us on our emotions for all aspects of life.

The talented Sarah Rowe joins me this week. We discuss playing professional sport, growing up in Mayo, her change of heart for her studies, and her passion for life coaching. We discuss all elements of life from primary school to quad bikes around the farm! Enjoy

Darren is a hard worker, and his focus and dedication has led him to be one of the best GAA forwards in Ireland. Driven by a relentless energy to succeed, and by lessons he learned from his late mother, Darren discusses his life in and out of the footballing world. We talk growing up, his love for the outdoors and most of all his mentality.