SatNaving Life

After losing their three little boys, Ciaran, Sam and Peter, Enda McCabe and his wife Claire were trying to find a way forward. But their lives were about to change once again.
Following a sudden seizure, Claire was diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumour and, at just 38 years old, she was told her cancer was terminal.
In part two of this emotional SatNaving Life conversation, Enda speaks to Carol McGirl about Claire’s illness, her determination to keep living life, and the love and support that surrounded them through some of their darkest days.
Enda shares about losing Claire, the grief that followed, and his journey to fulfil their dream of becoming parents through surrogacy.
He talks about the kindness of family, friends, healthcare professionals and the wider community, and how their support helped him through unimaginable heartbreak.
This is a story about love, loss, family and grief, but above all, it is a story of hope, resilience and the strength we can find in one another.
Because even when life doesn't turn out the way we hoped, it doesn't mean our story is over.

Enda McCabe met Claire in 2002, and from the moment he met her, she left a lasting impression. Years later, their paths crossed again, and they began building a life together.
But their happiness would soon be met with unimaginable heartbreak.
In this emotional episode of SatNaving Life, Enda speaks to Carol McGirl about falling in love with Claire, their journey through IVF, and the devastating loss of their three baby boys, Ciaran, Sam and Peter.
Enda shares openly about the grief they experienced, the love that kept them together, and the strength they found in each other through some of the darkest moments of their lives.
This is a story about love, family, loss and grief, but most importantly, it is a story about remembering the people we love.
Because even when someone is no longer with us, the love and memories we shared never leave us.

At just 41 years old, Finbarr Daly was fit, active and doing everything he thought was right for his health. Then one evening, while out for a run, he suddenly collapsed.
He had suffered a heart attack.
In this episode of SatNaving Life, Finbarr speaks to Carol McGirl about his experience of heart disease, from his first heart attack and multiple stents to a second heart attack and, years later, a double heart bypass.
Finbarr shares the physical and psychological impact this has had on his life, and why knowing your family history and recognising the warning signs can be so important.
This is a story about heart health, family, recovery and resilience, but it is also a reminder that heart disease doesn’t always look the way we expect it to.
Because sometimes knowing your risks, recognising the signs and acting when something doesn’t feel right could help save your life.

He lost his home. He lost contact with his children. He almost lost his life.
For years, alcohol took everything from Francis Shiels. What started as a way of coping with childhood trauma slowly became an addiction that cost him his relationships, his family, and his sense of who he was.
In this moving episode of SatNaving Life, Francis speaks to Carol McGirl about growing up in a home affected by alcohol, the devastating grip addiction had on his life, and the moment he realised he had to ask for help before it was too late.
This conversation explores childhood trauma, addiction, homelessness, recovery, and the stigma that prevents so many people from reaching out. Most importantly, it reminds us that recovery is possible, help is available, and no one should have to face addiction alone.

A heart attack can happen when we least expect it. Knowing the signs and knowing what to do could make all the difference.
In this educational episode of SatNaving Life, Carol McGirl takes us through the cardiovascular system and explains in simple terms what happens during a heart attack.
She also explains what to do if someone becomes unresponsive and stops breathing, including when to start CPR and use an AED.
This episode is about understanding your body, recognising when something is wrong, and having the confidence to act when it matters most.
Because knowing what to do in an emergency could help save a life.