BeBelle Podcast with Sian Horn

"I love the curve balls that have happened in my life."

In this episode of BeBelle, I'm joined by Christine Duff, a Cork mum, beauty therapist, TEDx speaker and one of the original Faithfuls on The Traitors Ireland.

From becoming a young mum to being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), Christine shares how life's unexpected challenges have shaped who she is today.

We talk about her difficult journey to receiving an MS diagnosis, being dismissed by doctors and why it's so important to trust your instincts and advocate for yourself.

Christine also opens up about how her diagnosis changed her outlook on life, her experience on The Traitors Ireland, the importance of friendship and why she's embracing turning 40 without regrets.

This episode is a reminder to embrace the unexpected, appreciate what you have and stop waiting for the perfect moment to start living.

✨ In this episode:
Becoming a young mum and embracing life's unexpected turns
Being dismissed by doctors before receiving her MS diagnosis
How living with MS changed her perspective on life
Her experience on The Traitors Ireland
The importance of friendships, family and human connection
Embracing turning 40 and finding happiness on her own terms
Why we should stop waiting and start living

You can find Christine here: Instagram | TikTok
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BeBelle is a podcast hosted by Sian Horn that dives into the stories of remarkable people behind their businesses. BeBelle is not a business podcast, it's about uncovering the moments of resilience, creativity and determination that have shaped these entrepreneurs.

Sian is dedicated to empowering individuals in all aspects of life and believes in the importance of self-care, which manifests differently for everyone. Guests share their own self-care practices, offering listeners fresh perspectives on nurturing their well-being. Tune in to BeBelle for inspiring stories, actionable advice and thoughtful reflections on what it means to navigate life today.

Join the BeBelle Community: bebelle.ie | @bebellewithsianhorn | ​@sian_horn | YouTube
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“Why do you want to be like someone else?” - Stevie G

This week on BeBelle, I'm joined by one of Cork's most recognisable voices and a true champion of music and community, Stevie G.
A DJ, broadcaster, music journalist and community activist, Stevie has spent decades shaping Cork's music scene, alongside some of the biggest names in music.

But what I loved about our conversation was discovering the person behind the decks.

We talk about growing up in Cork, finding his individuality through music and how a few encouraging words from a teacher helped shape his future.
And there's a lovely lesson towards the end about making mistakes, letting go of embarrassment and simply moving forward.

In this episode:
Growing up in Cork and discovering a lifelong love of music
Finding individuality and confidence through creativity
The teacher whose encouragement helped change his direction
The importance of nightclubs as safe, inclusive community spaces
Why Ireland needs to better support its music and nightlife culture
Creating Everybody Dance and making music accessible to everyone
The power of music to connect generations and cultures
Learning from mistakes and embracing life's unexpected moments

This is a conversation about following your passion, finding your people and using what you love to make a difference.

You can find Stevie here: Instagram
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BeBelle is a podcast hosted by Sian Horn that dives into the stories of remarkable people behind their businesses. BeBelle is not a business podcast, it's about uncovering the moments of resilience, creativity and determination that have shaped these entrepreneurs.

Sian is dedicated to empowering individuals in all aspects of life and believes in the importance of self-care, which manifests differently for everyone. Guests share their own self-care practices, offering listeners fresh perspectives on nurturing their well-being. Tune in to BeBelle for inspiring stories, actionable advice and thoughtful reflections on what it means to navigate life today.

Join the BeBelle Community: bebelle.ie | @bebellewithsianhorn | ​@sian_horn | YouTube
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To kick off Season 8 of BeBelle, I'm joined by the wonderful Sasha Piton, a content creator, public speaker, community builder and self-love advocate whose journey has taken her in some unexpected directions.

From growing up in a small town and navigating bullying and body image struggles, to becoming a Mormon in her early twenties and eventually leaving the church after 13 years, Sasha shares her fascinating story with honesty, humour and self-compassion.

What I loved most about Sasha is that she's remained authentically herself through every chapter of her life. She doesn't look back on her past with shame or regret, but with an understanding that every version of herself had a purpose and deserves kindness.

In this episode:
Becoming a Mormon, questioning her beliefs and eventually leaving the church
Embracing every version of yourself without shame or regret
Learning self-love after years of bullying and body image struggles
Finding freedom in uncertainty and letting go of expectations
Moving to Ireland, finding community and feeling welcomed
Learning to live in the present rather than the past or future

Since recording, Sasha's journey has taken another unexpected turn. After returning to the United States, she's now enjoying solo travel around Europe and continuing to embrace life as it comes.

You can find Sasha here: Website | Instagram | YouTube
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BeBelle is a podcast hosted by Sian Horn that dives into the stories of remarkable people behind their businesses. BeBelle is not a business podcast, it's about uncovering the moments of resilience, creativity and determination that have shaped these entrepreneurs.

Sian is dedicated to empowering individuals in all aspects of life and believes in the importance of self-care, which manifests differently for everyone. Guests share their own self-care practices, offering listeners fresh perspectives on nurturing their well-being. Tune in to BeBelle for inspiring stories, actionable advice and thoughtful reflections on what it means to navigate life today.

Join the BeBelle Community: bebelle.ie | @bebellewithsianhorn | ​@sian_horn | YouTube
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"At some point you have to stop climbing the mountain... and enjoy the view."

This week, Sian is joined by broadcaster, health coach and author Clare McKenna for a refreshing conversation about ambition, burnout, wellness and what it really means to build a life you don't need a break from.

Clare shares her journey from marketing to broadcasting, the years of saying yes to every opportunity, juggling live radio with motherhood, and the moment she realised that constantly chasing "more" wasn't bringing her any closer to happiness.

Together, they explore why wellness has become so complicated, how social media has changed our relationship with ourselves, and why feeling well matters so much more than looking a certain way.

If you've ever felt like you're constantly striving, comparing or wondering if you're doing enough, this episode is a gentle reminder that maybe success isn't about climbing higher - maybe it's about finally enjoying where you are.

✨ In this episode:
Growing up in Howth and finding confidence through creativity
Why she never felt she fit the traditional school system
Taking the leap into broadcasting
How asking for help changed the course of her career
The reality of freelancing and building a media career
Juggling motherhood, live radio and burnout
Why saying yes to everything isn't sustainable
Redefining success in midlife
Learning to stop chasing "more"
What wellness really means
Letting go of diet culture and food rules
Raising children with a healthier relationship to body image
Small daily habits that genuinely improve wellbeing
Why self-compassion is the foundation of good health

You can find Clare here: Website | Instagram
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BeBelle is a podcast hosted by Sian Horn that dives into the stories of remarkable people behind their businesses. BeBelle is not a business podcast, it's about uncovering the moments of resilience, creativity and determination that have shaped these entrepreneurs.

Sian is dedicated to empowering individuals in all aspects of life and believes in the importance of self-care, which manifests differently for everyone. Guests share their own self-care practices, offering listeners fresh perspectives on nurturing their well-being. Tune in to BeBelle for inspiring stories, actionable advice and thoughtful reflections on what it means to navigate life today.

Join the BeBelle Community: bebelle.ie | @bebelle_podcast | ​@sian_horn | YouTube
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"We don't talk about ageing with children - but children notice everything."

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of dementia, Alzheimer's disease, ageing, memory loss, caregiving, grief, and family illness.

This week's conversation is a deeply moving one about family, memory, love and the difficult realities that so many families quietly navigate behind closed doors.

I'm joined by primary school teacher and dementia advocate Aimee Owens, who shares her family's journey after her father was diagnosed with vascular dementia and Alzheimer's disease.

As a teacher of over 20 years, Aimee sees first-hand how important grandparents are in children's lives. Yet when dementia enters a family, many children are left trying to make sense of confusing emotions and changes without the language or support they need.

We talk about growing up in Monaghan, the pressure of perfectionism, family life, music, teaching and the life-changing moment when Aimee realised something wasn't quite right with her dad.

This is a conversation about compassion, resilience and why we need to create more space for honest conversations about dementia - especially with children.

✨ In this episode:
Growing up in Monaghan with three older sisters
Music, competitions and the pressure of perfectionism
Becoming a primary school teacher
Missing out on her dream college course and learning resilience
Why failure isn't really failure
The early signs of her father's dementia
Living with vascular dementia and Alzheimer's
How dementia affects family relationships
Supporting a parent who no longer recognises you
The role grandparents play in children's lives
Why we need to talk to children about ageing and illness
Caring for loved ones with dignity and compassion
The emotional impact on spouses and caregivers
Writing a children's book about dementia
Learning to be kinder to yourself

You can find Aimee here: Instagram | Interview with Claire Bryne on Newstalk
You can find Aisling Ní Domhnaill here and Sound Quality Gifts here.
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BeBelle is a podcast hosted by Sian Horn that dives into the stories of remarkable people behind their businesses. BeBelle is not a business podcast, it's about uncovering the moments of resilience, creativity and determination that have shaped these entrepreneurs.

Sian is dedicated to empowering individuals in all aspects of life and believes in the importance of self-care, which manifests differently for everyone. Guests share their own self-care practices, offering listeners fresh perspectives on nurturing their well-being. Tune in to BeBelle for inspiring stories, actionable advice and thoughtful reflections on what it means to navigate life today.

Join the BeBelle Community: bebelle.ie | @bebelle_podcast | ​@sian_horn | YouTube

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