Psychology with a Sparkle

In this episode, Garry Kelly, Founder & Managing Director of GK Media Studios joins Dr Dee. 

With over a decade building GK Media Studios, Garry has led the creation of hundreds of high-quality productions for businesses, charities, cultural organisations, and public bodies across Ireland and Europe. Garry is an active film producer with a growing body of feature film and scripted projects in development - his work deeply rooted in community, regional storytelling, and supporting creative voices outside traditional industry centres.As the host of the ‘Garry Talks’ podcast series, including Garry Talks: Film, Garry interviews filmmakers, creatives, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders about craft, career, and creativity.
In this episode, Garry chats with Dr. Dee about what led him to his multi mission purpose, his words of advice for people starting out in podcasting and general media, up close and personals re film, actors, music, writing & international fame, the dark side of the web & much more. 
 

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In this episode, Head of Program and Service Design at National Learning Network, Rehab Group, Anne Marie McDonnel joined Dr. Dee to discuss how sustaining a stroke in her mid-twenties, changed her career trajectory from working as a Teacher, to entering the disability sector. Since that time, Anne Marie's contagious energy and passionate, enthusiastic approach, have led her to becoming an international ambassador for disability, human rights, equality and inclusion, with her work spanning across Europe and formerly Saudi. 
 
Anne Marie viscerally describes the initial stages of sustaining a stroke and what helped in her recovery journey - from medical to relational and ancillary supports. She and Dr Dee delve into the presenting symptoms and effects experienced post acquired brain injury (ABI) of any description, including stroke, and the frequently hidden internal difficulties which often present for people in the ABI aftermath, after a full physical recovery has seemingly been made. 
 
Anne Marie describes her work with National Learning Network and how it has evolved over the years in serving new and emerging student profiles- from adapting service design and newly changing technologies, to facilitating enhanced person-centredness and enriched student experiences. Anne Marie's work with the European Platform for Rehabilitation, additionally highlights her relentless passion for advocating for diversity, inclusion, equal rights and equal opportunities for all. 
 
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In Episode 10, Online Fitness Coach & Personal Trainer, Laura Burke joins Dr. Dee to chat about all things fitness and mindset related. They delve into the world of exercise, health and fitness, discussing the interconnectedness of mind and body, and the implications of neglecting either one. Laura dissects the world of macros and protein markers, the importance of strength training as we move through life, building exercise around being a busy mum of 2, the benefits of a varied, non-restrictive diet, and the importance of choosing a form of movement we truly enjoy. Laura and Dr Dee's conversation also includes robust research relating to the impact of exercise on mental health, the pros and cons of intermittent fasting, intuitive eating and so much more.

 

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In this episode, Dr. Dee is joined by Gavin Meenan, an exclusive voice in the men's health community. Awarded Empowerment Coach of the year in 2024 & 2025, and a former European Powerlifting Champion, Gavin has helped hundreds of people to achieve life changing results, via his online and mentoring platforms. The author of 2 bestselling books, 'Stronger Mind, Stronger Body, Stronger Life', and 'The Art of Self Acceptance', Gavin is currently preparing a third book for publication. As an exclusive Men's Health Coach, Gavin helps men reclaim their personal power via 1:1 work as well as his increasingly popular 'Modern Warrior Retreat Weekends' - which assist men from all walks of life, to overcome their personal challenges in working towards achieving lives of freedom, fulfillment and success. Having overcome various struggles himself, Gavin openly discusses his childhood trauma, bullying, convictions, addictions, depression and redundancy, in addition to his background knowledge and experience, to skillfully and sensitively help men from all corners of the world, to feel less alone in their personal everyday struggles. Gavin resides in the town of Sligo with his wife and two children, where he has built a business from being a personal trainer in the local community, to helping empower men worldwide.

 

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Amber Doyle is a Heart Healer, Soul Mentor, and the founder of Amber Moon Holistic — a healing practice based in Co. Galway, where Amber offers intuitive energy work, breathwork, reiki, and spiritual guidance. Amber helps clients reconnect with themselves, by removing energy blocks from the past to support a more positive future. A debut Author of 'Repair not Repeat, Amber blends practical tools with intuitive guidance to facilitate personal growth, clarity and purpose. In this episode Amber chats with Dr. Dee about what led her to healing and energy work, the power of manifestation and positive mindset in supporting goal setting and personal transformation, and the importance of healing from the inside out.

 

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