This week Stefanie is joined by Patrick O'Donovan, Minister of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science. They discuss the high and low points of Patrick's career and provide advice for Leaving Cert students awaiting exam results. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. Mater Private Network Emergency Departments in Dublin and Cork provide fast access to care when it’s needed most. Led by emergency medicine consultants, Mater Private Network’s Emergency Department is fully integrated with all other hospital services, which means that if patients need tests, scans, additional consultations with other specialists, or to be admitted into the hospital, this can happen without unnecessary delay. Learn more https://bit.ly/3JF3DrG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is once again joined by fan favourite Robert Whelan, Managing Director at Rockwell Financial. This week Robert updates us on mortgages and answers your listener questions!! Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. Mater Private Network Emergency Departments in Dublin and Cork provide fast access to care when it’s needed most. Led by emergency medicine consultants, Mater Private Network’s Emergency Department is fully integrated with all other hospital services, which means that if patients need tests, scans, additional consultations with other specialists, or to be admitted into the hospital, this can happen without unnecessary delay. Learn more https://bit.ly/3JF3DrG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For this once-off extra episode, Stefanie is joined by Hugh O'Connell to shed light on recent updates from Israel & Palestine. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. HealthCheck at Mater Private is one of the best ways to get a detailed snapshot of your health. Visit healthcheck.ie to make an appointment and find out more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of Basically was recorded live at the Basically Live Show at Smock Alley on the 23rd of March. Pj Gallagher joins Stefanie to tell stories about all the different countries he has visited.  You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Stefanie speaks with Aisling Hurley, Chief Executive Officer of Breast Cancer Ireland. Stefanie and Aisling discuss common misconceptions about breast cancer diagnoses, why you should regularly self-check and the importance of knowing your baseline. Aisling relays the eight signs and symptoms to watch out for, when to see your GP, and the upcoming 100k in 30 days fundraiser. You can find Aisling at https://www.breastcancerireland.com/. Download Breast Cancer Ireland's Breast Aware app on Google Play or the App Store. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at https://humdingermortgages.ie/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically, Rosanna Davison joins Stefanie remotely to share her difficult fertility journey. From her struggles in getting pregnant to finding a surrogate, to eventually getting pregnant with twins.  You can follow Rosanna on Instagram @Rosanna_Davison Rosanna’s book, ‘When Dreams Come True’ is out now. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of Basically was recorded live at the Basically Live Show at Smock Alley on the 23rd of March. Luke O’Neill joins Stefanie for a Covid update and why the virus is making more news headlines. They talk about next-generation vaccines and answers some audience questions. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Stefanie speaks with Robert Whelan, the Managing Director of Rockwell Financial Management. Stefanie and Robert de-bunk common misconceptions about home ownership and discuss how to renegotiate your mortgage, painlessly.  Robert also offers advice on how to set goals and start saving at any age. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stefanie chats with Cathy Kelly about her writing process and the books she has written to date, including her upcoming novel The Wedding Party. She describes the importance of having a strong community of writers behind her and how she got started as a writer.  For tickets to Stefanie’s upcoming live show on March 23rd 2022, check out the Smock Alley Theatre website.  You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stefanie has a live show coming to Smock Alley Theatre on March 23rd. Special guests include Luke O'Neill, PJ Gallagher and Panti Bliss! Get your tickets on the Smock Alley Theatre website. Hope to see you there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode includes graphic descriptions of warfare and may be triggering for some listeners. This week, Stefanie speaks with Dr. Tom Clonan, a journalist, security analyst, and commentator on international affairs. Dr. Clonan explains the historical context behind the current Russia-Ukraine war, and predicts how Russia may act in the coming days and weeks. Stefanie and Dr. Clonan discuss the global response to the Russian invasion and how to best support Ukrainians. You can follow Dr. Clonan on Twitter @TomClonan You can find a list of organisations accepting donations to aid Ukrainians here. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Stefanie speaks with accredited psychotherapist Katie McKenna. Katie explains how “the fawn response” manifests in children and adults in both helpful and detrimental ways. Stefanie and Katie discuss how to know if you’re a “fawner,” where the response might come from, and how therapy can help fawners achieve more balance in their lives and relationships. You can get in touch with Katie through her website and read about trauma, the fawn response, parentification, and more on her blog. You can also find her on TikTok @katiemckennatherapist. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode focuses on grief and loss and may be triggering for some listeners. This week, Stefanie speaks with Liz Gleeson, a psychotherapist and educator who specialises in grief and loss. Stefanie and Liz discuss misconceptions about grieving and the harmful societal expectations we have around bereavement. She offers suggestions for supporting someone who’s grieving, and describes when you might want to ask for help after you’ve experienced a loss. Liz is on Instagram and Facebook @shapesofgrief and on Twitter @Shapesofgrief. You can listen to Liz’s podcast, Shapes of Grief, wherever you get your podcasts. For mental health professional seeking grief training head to https://www.shapesofgrief.com/ You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is joined by Róisín Clarke, CEO of the Irish Foster Care Association (IFCA). Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. HealthCheck at Mater Private is one of the best ways to get a detailed snapshot of your health. Visit healthcheck.ie to make an appointment and find out more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode focuses on suicide and may be triggering for some listeners. You can find a list of supports here. This week, Stefanie speaks with Mark Smyth, consultant clinical psychologist and 2020 President of the Psychological Society of Ireland. Although it is a conversation no one wants to have, Mark highlights why it is important to have conversations about suicide, how to talk to people about suicide and how to offer support. He emphasises that you should go to your GP or local A&E if you are in immediate danger. There are plenty of services and training available for people who want to prepare for conversations about suicide and to learn how to support that person, including ASIST Training and Safe Talk.  Mark talks about the guidelines, devised by Headline and the Samaritans, which journalists use when reporting on suicide, and how these guidelines unfortunately are not followed on social media and the harmful effect this can have within a community. Useful Links: Headline: https://headline.ie/ Shine: https://shine.ie/support/  Samaritans: https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/   ASIST Training: https://www.youth.ie/training/asist-applied-suicide-intervention-skills-training/  Safe Talk: https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/4/mental-health-services/connecting-for-life/training/types-of-training/safetalk.pdf  You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode discusses eating disorders, in particular binge eating disorder and may be difficult for some listeners. If you are in need of support you can find more information here. In this episode of Basically, Stefanie talks to clinical psychologist Dr Tara Logan Buckley. Tara describes binge eating disorder and the differences between “objective” and “subjective” binges. They discuss how dieting can contribute to a cycle of binge eating, why you might want to consider abandoning your fitness apps and the harmful experiences people face due to the stigma around larger body sizes.  Tara offers face-to-face help in the Dublin area, and online. You can find Tara on Instagram @DrTaraLB or by emailing her at taraloganbuckley@hotmail.com.  You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode touches on issues relating to mental illness and suicide and may be difficult for some listeners. You can find a list of relevant supports here. In this episode, Stefanie talks to psychotherapist Joanna Fortune, who specialises in the parent-child relationship. Fortune explains the difference between “play” and “play with purpose.” She also discusses how to have sensitive and age-appropriate conversations with kids about mental health, and answers listener’s questions about parenting with a mental illness from both the parent and child’s perspective. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode touches on issues relating to pregnancy and pregnancy loss and may be difficult for some listeners. If you are in need of support, you can find a list of relevant services here. In this episode, Stefanie talks to Professor Anthony McCarthy, head of the perinatal mental health unit at The National Maternity Hospital in Holles Street, Dublin. Professor McCarthy answers listeners questions relating to perinatal mental health and anxiety. To find out more about perinatal mental health at The National Maternity Hospital, check out their website.   You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Basically, Stefanie talks with Matchmaker and Dating Specialist Mairead Loughman of Love HQ. Loughman suggests solutions for combating loneliness. She discusses how to nurture friendships while minding mental health, how to make new friends (even in a pandemic), and lets us know how many hugs a day we need to meet our daily dose. You can find more about Mairead Loughman at lovehq.ie or on Instagram @lovehq.ie and listen to her podcast, Would Like to Meet, wherever you get your podcasts. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr Harry Barry joins Stefanie on mental health month to discuss anxiety. Dr. Barry describes the differences between acute, general and social anxiety and examples of how to cope in various situations. He talks about self-acceptance as the key to getting a handle on anxiety, and how uncertainty can contribute to feelings of anxiety. You can find more about Dr. Barry’s books and videos mentioned in the podcast on his website at drharrybarry.com  You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie chats with Orlaith McBride about the National Archives of Ireland. Orlaith is the director of the National Archive. She talks all about the the history of the archives and a about what kind of stuff is archived or is fit to be archived, Michael Collins, wills, digital archives and so much more! You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Stefanie chats with Richard Chambers, news correspondent with Virgin Media, and Twitter aficionado. He gives us a glimpse inside the day-to-day of being a news correspondent, what it’s been like to report the news, particularly during the pandemic, and how he fact-checks the news he reports on. Richard has also written a book! It's called A State of Emergency and is available now. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie chats with John Lonergan about prisons in Ireland. John is the former governor at Mountjoy prison. He explains the history of both the conditions of Irish prisons (from the 60s to the present) and himself as he details his own journey through a fascinating career. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie chats with Jessica K Doyle about autism in women. Jessica tells Stefanie about her life in school leading up to her diagnosis. She explains the dangers of masking, signs of autism in women, and receiving a diagnosis as an adult. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie is joined by Sarah Kelly, Senior Speech and Language Therapist and Clinical Director of SpeakEasy SLT. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. HealthCheck at Mater Private is one of the best ways to get a detailed snapshot of your health. Visit healthcheck.ie to make an appointment and find out more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie asks Luke O’Neill questions submitted by listeners about COVID-19 booster shots, new restrictions and what to expect for the future. Luke also does an antigen test live on the show!  You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Stefanie chats with Paralympian gold medalist Ellen Keane. Ellen talks all things training, how she prepares for the Paralympic Games and what it was like to win gold at Tokyo 2020, what her routine looks like and the benefits of chocolate milk! You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically, we’ve got two separate interviews on the show. First, Stefanie sits down with Adam Harris, the CEO and founder of As I Am. Together, they talk about autism, and the struggles autistic people face. They also debunk some commonly assumed myths.  To find out more about As I Am and the supports they provided, please check out their website at asiam.ie/  In the second part of the episode, Stefanie chats with Michael Thomas, best known for his appearances on the Netflix documentary, Love on the Spectrum. They discuss his experiences on the show, his Aspergers, and his interests.  You can watch the first 2 seasons of Love on the Spectrum on Netflix now. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically, Stefanie speaks with Swami Purnanandha, the spiritual director of the Eire Vedanta Society. He talks about Hinduism as a religion based on a philosophy and the origins of the religion as one of the most ancient world religions. He discusses the different paths of Hinduism and what they are, as well as his daily practice as a Swami. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically, Stefanie speaks with Dr Bart Kuczera from Beacon Care Fertility about egg donation. He talks about the most common recipients of egg donations and the process of receiving these donations. They discuss the legal rights of the donors and children born from egg donation.  To find out more about Dr Kuczera and the treatments Becaon Care Fertility provides, you can check out their website at www.beaconcarefertility.ie/   You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Stefanie talks to Dr John Waterstone from Waterstone Clinic about sperm donor treatments. He goes through the main types of people who typically access sperm donation, and how it all works. He also talks about the new legislation soon coming into play in Ireland around sperm donation. You can find out more about Dr Waterstone’s clinic via his website at waterstoneclinic.ie/contact/  You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie chats with Luke O’Neill once again. This time they talk about the Covid Booster shots and go back over the early days of the pandemic. But wait, Luke has also written a book! It’s called Keep Calm and Trust the Science, and comes out on October 29th, telling the story of the pandemic and explaining the science behind the virus.  You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Rockwell. Feel free to check them out at rockwellfinancial.ie/basically  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s no episode of Basically this week but let’s take a look at what’s coming up! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie chats with Sam Ford. Sam is a tour guide who gives tours around Dublin. He talks about the wonders of being a tour guide, from the time he made up a story for some disinterested Spanish students, to the Viking Splash Tours. He presents some fun facts about the city, why he loves German tourists and the fascinating people he meets on private tours. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie continues exploring world religions with Jnanadhara, a member of the Triratna Buddhist Order and Chairman of the Dublin Buddhist Centre in central Dublin. Together, they talk about the origins of Buddhism and who Buddha was. Jnanadhara takes Stefanie through the three aspects of the Buddhist path and the values of practicing the religion. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner  Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Luke O'Neill is back to chat with Stefanie about what's new in science. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. HealthCheck at Mater Private is one of the best ways to get a detailed snapshot of your health. Visit healthcheck.ie to make an appointment and find out more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie chats with Jane Hehir, a psychotherapist with a particular focus in ADHD in women. Together, they talk about Jane’s lived experiences with ADHD, and her diagnosis as an adult. She explains the differences of ADHD in men and women and the types of ADHD. You can check out Jane’s website at janehehir.ie You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Stefanie talks to Paul Hosford about the Government’s new Housing For All Plan. She asks about the new housing plan in general. Will the government help people to buy new homes? Who will be eligible? Will the houses be owned by the state? Will there be enough builders? Will it affect the value of homes people currently own? What provisions are there for renters? And much more! You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically, Stephanie chats with Father Hugh about the Catholic faith. He  talks about his dedication to his fatih in God, starting from his life in the seminary, and discusses how Christianity allows him to find new meaning in all aspects of his life. He goes in depth about Christianity and the evolution of the religion over time. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Stefanie checks in with Luke O’Neill to get his perspective on the pandemic and the success of the vaccine rollout. They talk about the plan for booster shots, and whether it is worth vaccinating children under 12. He answers listener questions and offers some advice for the upcoming flu season. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie sits down with Dr. Tom Clonan, Security Analyst and Columnist with the Journal.ie to talk about the rapidly evolving situation in Afghanistan. Tom gives Stefanie some background on the situation within the country over the last 20 years, discusses what the reality has been like for the people there and the hardships that have been facing women, and why he believes that the image of a more tolerant Taliban is nothing more than clever PR tactic. To read up more about the situation you can follow Tom on Twitter @TomClonan or read his column on https://www.thejournal.ie/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie sits down with Dr. Umar Al Qadri the chairman of The Irish Muslim Peace & Integration Council. To kick off her series taking a look at World Religions Stefanie asks Dr. Umar all about what it is like to be a Muslim in Ireland, the similarities and differences between Islam and Christianity, and why the modern western perception of Islam painted by extremists is wrong. Dr. Umar also talks about his own Muslim upbringing, major Islamic religious celebrations, and an app that helps you pray! You can find out more about The Irish Muslim Peace & Integration Council by following them @IMPIC_ie on Twitter, @IrishMuslimCouncil on Facebook, and at https://impic.ie/ You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie sits down with Sandra Walsh from The Allergy Clinic. Together, they share their experiences with allergies and the benefits of getting tested to better take care of your health. Sandra gives us some tips on how to better manage your allergies, the lowdown on how allergy testing works, and how best to prevent dust mites and tree pollen from invading your home. She also speaks about the benefits of getting tested if you were ever told you were allergic to penicillin as a child as 90% of people who have a penicillin allergy have been given a false diagnosis! You can find out more about The Allergy Clinic by following them @theallergyclinic on Instagram and @theallergyclinicblackrockclinic on Facebook or at https://www.theallergyclinic.ie/ (01)5487098 You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie sits down with Claire Fullam from Trua Hair. Together, they share their experiences with hair loss and the different causes. Claire gives us some tips on how to look after our hair, like washing it every two days and giving it a good brush. She also warns us to take extra care when using bleach, dry shampoo and hair straighteners. You can find out more about Trua Hair by following them @truahair on Instagram or at truahair.ie/shop-front You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically, Stefanie speaks with Grace Harrison from the non-profit mental health organisation Let’s Get Talking, who provides counselling and psychotherapy on a non-set fee model. Grace advises us on how to recognise when you or someone you know might be struggling with an addiction, the different supports available and how to support a loved one suffering with an addiction. You can get in touch with Let’s Get Talking by calling them at 0818714001, go online at letsgettalking.ie or visit one of their face-to-face centres to find out more.  You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Basically, Stefanie talks to Dermot Goode from totalhealthcover.ie to talk all about health insurance. Dermot offers his advice to those of us who might be a bit uncertain about the whole thing, like when is the best time to get insurance and what is the difference between all the various policies? He also explains the age loading added if you wait until you are over 35 to take out a policy and what exactly are the benefits of getting health insurance.  You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to a new season of Basically! This week Stefanie is joined by Dr Niall Muldoon, the Ombudsman for Children. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater Private Network" and Rockwell Financial. HealthCheck at Mater Private is one of the best ways to get a detailed snapshot of your health. Visit healthcheck.ie to make an appointment and find out more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Basically, Luke O'Neill returns for more biscuits and offers an update on the vaccine, discusses conspiracies on the origin of the pandemic and what the future might look like once everyone has been vaccinated.  You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Stefanie talks to founder of the Menopause Hub, Loretta Dignam. They discuss the process of menopause and some of the 40 different symptoms which can be experienced throughout. They talk about some of the treatments available including Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and how ignoring menopause can impact your long term health. But don’t worry, as Loretta says - it’s not all doom and gloom! You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Once again, Stefanie talks with Dr Harry Barry about social anxiety. He explains what irrational beliefs are and the fears that people with social anxiety tend to have. They talk through the different ways people experience social and performative anxiety and reminds us that people are too self-obsessed to judge you! Dr. Barry provides some tips and exercises people with social anxiety can do to help them overcome You can purchase Dr. Barry’s new book “Embracing Change” on his website. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices