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• E162: "Live or Die?": How DJ Magiggs Overcame Cocaine & Meth and Rebuilt His Life

  Paul McArdle (aka DJ Magiggs) is a wedding and events DJ, host, and MC who turned twenty years of addiction into a story of recovery, family, and hope. Paul traces the journey from early party pills in Ibiza to cocaine and meth, the New Year’s Day hospital ultimatum to “live or die,” the moment he finally said “I am an addict,” and the daily work it took to rebuild his life. He explains how Narcotics Anonymous, community addiction services helped him get sober, and how the simple mantra; people, places, and things, alongside his reset of TIME = Things I Must Earn, guided him to earn back trust with his wife and daughters.You’ll hear practical addiction recovery strategies that work in real life; routines, boundaries, accountability and honest advice for partners and families supporting someone through cocaine or meth addiction without losing themselves. Paul shares how he stays sober in nightlife as a professional DJ, the safeguards he uses on the road, and the mindset shifts that keep him grounded. He talks about rebuilding career, reputation, and relationships after relapse and shame, and offers hope-driven lessons and quotes that can be used daily.Now clean for six years, Paul DJs worldwide, speaks in schools about drugs and mental health, and proves there’s always hope.*This episode discusses addiction and suicidal thoughts. If you or someone you love is struggling, please check the services below. Links from EpisodePaul McArdle/DJ MagiggsInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/dj_magiggs/?hl=en TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@djmagiggs Addiction ServicesNarcotic Anonymous:   Northern Ireland - https://na-northernireland.org/ Ireland -  https://www.na-ireland.org/ Alcoholics Anonymous:https://www.alcoholicsanonymous.ie/  Extern - Addiction Serviceshttps://www.extern.org/our-services/addiction-support Brought to you in Partnership with:Linwoods Health Foods.For 20% off use code Digg20 on link below. (Not available in conjunction with any other discount codes. Excludes sales items & reduced price bundles. Expires 31.12.25)https://bit.ly/4nBUl1r Centre Of LearningUse code Digg20 for 20% Off any course up until 31st March 2026. Must be booked before 4th December 2025.https://www.womeninbusinessni.com/centre-of-learning Location PartnerThe Harrison Chambers of Distinctionhttps://www.chambersofdistinction.com/ For 15% off use code Digg15 up until 30th July 2026

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• Digg Highlight: Purpose Driven Leadership and Building a Scalable Brand, with Jack McGarry, The Dead Rabbit

  Jack McGarry, Managing Director and co-founder of The Dead Rabbit, one of the world’s most awarded Irish bars, talks about scaling with purpose. Jack shares how he’s expanding The Dead Rabbit to new cities like Austin and Washington, D.C., while staying true to his mission of redefining modern Irish culture in America. Since recording the full episode Jack has expanded successfully.He opens up about authentic leadership, building strong teams, and his famously direct hiring philosophy. This highlight episode is a must listen for anyone interested in business growth, culture, and purpose driven leadership.Listen to the full episode here -E96: From Belfast to the World with Jack McGarry, The Dead RabbitSpotifyhttps://spotify.link/cNG56MOWtXbApplehttps://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/digg-podcast/id1550452496?i=1000637430824LinkedIn Job Description:https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jack-mcgarry-961494227_the-dead-rabbit-austin-hiring-general-manager-activity-7113195871860596736-sRmS?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios

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• E161: The Menopause Hub: Loretta Dignam’s Mission to Transform Women’s Health

  Loretta Dignam is the founder of The Menopause Hub, Ireland’s first dedicated, multidisciplinary menopause clinic, and a global advocate for women’s health. Named in the Forbes 50 Over 50 Global List 2025 and winner of the Irish Tatler Woman of the Year Award for Health, Loretta has made it her life’s mission to smash the stigma, make menopause mainstream, and give women the support they deserve.Loretta shares her personal journey through 26 different menopause symptoms, the frustration that drove her to create The Menopause Hub, and the breakthroughs that are changing how women experience this stage of life. She explains what menopause, perimenopause and postmenopause really mean, how to spot the early signs in your 40s, and why so many myths about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) need to be challenged. Loretta also opens up about the impact of brain fog, anxiety and low confidence in the workplace, why men must be part of the menopause conversation, and how relationships and intimacy can shift during this time.Loretta shows why life after menopause can be the most liberating, energising chapter yet. Whether you’re experiencing symptoms yourself, supporting a partner, or leading in the workplace, this conversation is packed with practical advice, honest storytelling and hope for the future.Links from EpisodeLoretta DignamLinkedIn - https://ie.linkedin.com/in/lorettadignam The Menopause Hub - https://www.themenopausehub.ie/ Brought to you in Partnership with:Linwoods Health Foods.For 20% off use code Digg20 on link below. (Not available in conjunction with any other discount codes. Excludes sales items & reduced price bundles. Expires 31.12.25)https://bit.ly/4nBUl1r Centre Of LearningUse code Digg20 for 20% Off any course up until 31st March 2026. Must be booked before 4th December 2025.https://www.womeninbusinessni.com/centre-of-learning Location PartnerThe Harrison Chambers of Distinctionhttps://www.chambersofdistinction.com/ For 15% off use code Digg15 up until 30th July 2026

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• Digg Highlight: How to Train Your Brain to See Opportunity, with Gerry Hussey

  Gerry Hussey is a renowned performance psychologist, co-founder of 'Soul Space', multiple best-selling author and one of the leading minds when it comes to integrative health and wellness in neuroscience. His episode is one of our most listened to.In this clip Gerry shares how to reprogram your mind for success and open yourself to opportunity. He explains how your thoughts and self-talk shape your reality through the brain’s Reticular Activating System, and how changing the story you tell yourself can change everything.Gerry reveals the mindset tools he used to visualise his bestselling book, build a thriving business, and turn uncertainty into achievement. His approach combines neuroscience, belief, and disciplined action, showing how confidence, clarity, and focus can transform both your personal and professional life.Listen to full episode here - E102: Overcoming Negative Self-Talk to be better in Our Working Lives, with Gerry HusseySpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/1mUTKV8bQC8Xk5RdhC0vyp?si=fiKdeogKT8u9ovBBApCPIA Applehttps://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/digg-podcast/id1550452496?i=1000646836881 

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• E160: Bored of Lunch Creator Nathan Anthony on Viral Recipes & Global Success

  Nathan Anthony is a TV chef, Sunday Times and New York Times best-selling author, and the creator behind Bored of Lunch. He has built a community of over five million followers with his affordable, family-friendly recipes that have been viewed more than a billion times online. Famous for his air fryer recipes and slow cooker recipes, Nathan has turned simple home cooking into a global brand. From starting during lockdown to becoming a household name, he has gone on to publish six cookbooks, appear regularly on This Morning, and is launching his very own spice range.Nathan shares his journey from university cooking experiments to social media success. He opens up about overcoming imposter syndrome, building confidence alongside professional chefs, and balancing hard work with passion. With stories about family, food, and finding purpose, plus plenty of laughs, including a mac and cheese disaster this conversation captures the mix of ambition, honesty, and good craic.If you’re searching for easy air fryer recipes, healthy slow cooker meals, or the motivation to grow your own platform, this episode with Nathan Anthony is packed with insights, laughs, and inspiration from one of the UK and Ireland’s most loved food influencers.Links from EpisodeNathan AnthonyBored of Lunch Website - https://boredoflunch.com/ Charity linkLittle Heroes - https://littleheroesni.org/ First appearance on Digg PodcastSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/61WABmYfiFYXGJxbJnWBjy?si=dKlodDVcRNCJdnfi_XzmcQApplehttps://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/digg-podcast/id1550452496?i=1000567882423Brought to you in Partnership with:Linwoods Health Foods.For 20% off use code Digg20 on link below. (Not available in conjunction with any other discount codes. Excludes sales items & reduced price bundles. Expires 31.12.25)https://bit.ly/4nBUl1r Centre Of LearningUse code Digg20 for 20% Off any course up until 31st March 2026. Must be booked before 4th December 2025.https://www.womeninbusinessni.com/centre-of-learning Location PartnerThe Harrison Chambers of Distinctionhttps://www.chambersofdistinction.com/ For 15% off use code Digg15 up until 30th July 2026

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