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Think Halloween began in America? Think again! Long before pumpkins and party shops, Samhain was Ireland’s new year; a liminal night of fire...
A Dublin man once stole the show at the opening of one of the world’s most iconic landmarks, by cutting the ribbon himself!! That’s just one...
In this solo reflection, I share thoughts on what a celebrant-led funeral really looks like. For many, the only funerals they’ve known have...
In this episode of The Celebration Sessions, I sit down with Ambassador Dr. Jilan Wahba Abdalmajid at the Embassy of Palestine in Dublin for...
As we approach the year's end, it can be a time for reflection and anticipation. As a funeral celebrant, I've had the privilege of honouring...
Seosamh Ó'Broin was a historian, Irish language advocate, and member of the community in Inchicore. His impact on Inchicore is far reaching,...
This episode is slightly different as it is Conor on his own, sharing his thoughts about the recent headlines from the Vatican regarding the...
There are wedding bells in the air for this episode as the countdown is on to The Wedding and Honeymoon Show at the RDS. I'm joined by write...
The Irish have have left their imprint on the history of Argentina and for this episode we turn our attention to Mayo born William 'Guillerm...
I am on board Hurtigruten's MS Roald Amundsen after a wonderful expedition cruise across Antarctica. The ship is named after the fist person...
I'm joined by Brian Doyle from Jennings Funeral Home to explore the role of the Funeral Director; how they arrive into your life; and how th...
For this episode we turn our attention to Islam as we talk about celebrations in the holy Islamic calendar such as Eid al-Adha, Eid al-Fitr,...
March 31 marks International Transgender Day of Visibility. It’s a day when we can celebrate our trans and non-binary friends and acknowledg...
In this episode, I'm joined by Sudhansh Verma of the Vedic Hindu Cultural Centre of Ireland to explore the festival of Holi, also known as t...
Talking about death over cake and coffee may not sound like everyone's cup of tea, but Death Cafes have been growing in popularity and they...
Words have the power to take you to a different place, and this time around we turn our attention to the literature of grief. I'm joined by...
Japan is a country rich in ceremony and ritual so in this episode I'm joined by Kyoto based writer Karen Lee Tawarayama to find out more abo...
I'm joined by writer, broadcaster, and radio presenter Claire Murrihy to chat about Christmas traditions around the world. From Japan to Sou...
Its a gastronomic episode this time around as I'm joined by Lisa Goldberg from The Monday Morning Cooking Club to explore Hanukkah and how f...
As the Irish Ethical Celebrants Society begins new ceremonies celebrating children of various ages, I'm joined by fellow Ethical Celebrants...
This episode explores some interesting ways in which occasions are marked across India. I’m joined by Katie and Luke, travel vloggers known...
This gorgeous episode is a love letter from actor, TV presenter, and national treasure Simon Delaney to his wonderful wife Lisa. To celebrat...
What happens your 'digital remains' when you die? The data and information we share through social media, google searches, emails and corres...
I'm joined by writer, script editor, story consultant and improv expert John Dawson to talk about the magic that can happen in life when we...
This episode celebrates the importance of ritual, and the part that rituals play in how we celebrate occasions. There is plenty of wedding c...
Irelands first Hindu Priest Sudhansh Verma joins me to share his insights and knowledge on the funeral customs and rituals of the Hindu fait...
Author and Meditation Teacher Conor Creighton shares his wisdom and thoughts around accepting that this is it ; this is the only moment you...
Life coach, celebrant and columnist Ariana Dunne shares her wisdom on how to make meaningful love connections. We're talking dating through...
I'm joined by Caroline McNamara of Serendipity Celebrants, and funeral celebrant Pat Fenlon to discuss how we can adapt to a new landscape f...
Episode 13 is about what happens when Jewish boys turn 13 years of age. The Bar Mitzvah is much talked about in TV and movies, and in this e...
We're talking about the literature of love this time around and I'm joined by Bob Johnston of the Gutter Bookshop in Dalkey and Temple Bar t...
End of Life Companion and Doula Tanya Bryan joins me in this episode to discuss the role of a Death Doula; how we deal with the idea of 'end...
Broadcaster, hotelier, wellness and motivational speaker, Bibi Baskin shares her story of embracing change through her life; recognising syn...
In this episode, Gordon and Joel share their gorgeous love story; how absence and makes the heart grow fonder; and despite eloping to where...
Memorial tattoos can be such a unique and personal way to remember someone special who is no longer with us. A tattoo can help keep memories...
In this episode, I'm joined by 12 year old Laragh Byrne who has big dreams to represent Ireland in the Olympics when she's older. We hear wh...
In such a changing landscape regarding weddings, I'm joined by Yvonne Cassidy of the Irish Ethical Celebrants Society in this episode to tal...
In this episode well known TV personality, radio presenter, best selling author, and Bethany bereavement counsellor Andrea Hayes, shares her...
Self care is something that gets thrown around so much, but there is so often a fine line between self care, and self destruction. Aoibheann...
In Ireland we're susceptible to the weather. Sometimes the Child of Prague doesn't work and in this episode I chat to Sarah and Cormac who h...
The Irish wake is a much talked about phenomenon, and the Irish are often lauded for 'doing death well', but just how true is it? In this ep...
Welcome to the Celebration Sessions. This is my journey, learning more about what makes us tick; how we celebrate, how we embrace joy, and h...