What would you do if the world as you know it suddenly collapsed?This week on Open Mind, Keith Barry sits down with Frank Deegan — survivalist, engineer, and co-founder of the Irish Survivalist Group. For more than a decade, Frank has been preparing for scenarios most of us never want to imagine: food shortages, power grid failures, or even societal breakdown.From bunkers and stockpiles, to foraging and unconventional food strategies (think roadkill), Frank reveals the skills and mindset needed to survive the unimaginable, and tells you how you can get started. Follow @theopenmindpod on Instagram to ask Keith a question or tell us who you would like to see on the podcast.
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EP20: David Gilna - Struck by Lightning
At just 18 years of age, David Gilna was struck by lightning — an event so rare it carries odds of less than one in a million. His heart stopped three times that day, and his life was changed forever.What could have ended his story became the spark for a remarkable career as an award-winning playwright, producer, and performer. Writing gave David a way to process his trauma and turned his pain into purpose, eventually taking him on tour across 38 states of America and leading to the release of his own book of poetry.In this episode, David sits down with Keith to share his vivid memories of that near-death experience, the healing power of creativity, and the extraordinary journey that followed. Together, they reflect on life in showbiz and the beauty of storytelling — how stories allow us to remember, to celebrate, and to cherish what truly matters.This podcast explores some difficult topics, including death and suicide. Follow @theopenmindpod on Instagram to ask Keith a question or tell us who you would like to see on the podcast.
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EP19: Níall Ó Murchú - Blissful Breathing
Keith sits down with Níall Ó Murchú, one of Ireland’s leading breathwork experts who studied under Wim Hof and has now developed his own methods to train breathwork facilitators around Ireland and online.Níáll tells us about his journey from international athlete to wellness expert and explains the incredible psychological and physiological benefits of both breathwork and cold therapy, from stress reduction to improved immunity and even coping with grief. Keith and Níall explain the fads, break down the science and tell you why it's important to never let your ego win. You can check out Níall's work at breathewithniall.com.Follow @theopenmindpod on Instagram to ask Keith a question or tell us who you would like to see on the podcast.
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EP18: Keith's Q&A
You may know Keith as a TV personality or for his magic and brain hacks, but do you know how he found his passion for the mind and became a mindset coach? This week, we're putting Keith in the hot seat to answer all the questions that you, the listeners, have sent in. From the magic in his youth to ice baths, and tips on how to self-hypnotise and overcome your fears, Keith's got an abundance of knowledge from his 25 years experience working with people. He also shares some of his own story and the things he's had to overcome, along with his favourite tricks and the ones that went terribly wrong. Follow @theopenmindpod on Instagram to ask Keith a question or tell us who you would like to see on the podcast.
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EP17: Brian Pennie - Resilience and The Brain
This week Keith is joined by Resilience Specialist Dr. Brian Pennie. Brian has a remarkable story about overcoming childhood trauma that led him to a 15 year heroin addiction. Now holidng a doctorate in neuroscience, Brian shares his the personal insight he has gained from his life experience and studies, including how he's turned his anxiety into his super power.Keith and Brian also discuss all things brain health, from neuroplasticity to supplements, and look at how learning and defining your values can have an immensely positive impact on your life.
World renowned mentalist and magician Keith Barry takes us into unseen corners of the world as he speaks to people with fascinating insights and experiences. Following his own curiosity Keith will learn about everything from the psychology that drives our online lives to how a psychic medium communicates with the dead. He finds out why a hurler would quit playing for his county to build ‘sweat lodges’ to help men find themselves and how someone went to a festival, never came home and ended up on the road with the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Open Mind will speak to both household names and unknown experts in their field, as Keith pursues new knowledge to every corner of the universe.
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