Liz Nugent - “We live in a very unfair world.”

Liz Nugent - “We live in a very unfair world.”

For the S2 finale of ‘Are We There Yet?’ - Kathryn Thomas is joined by one of her favourite writers, Liz Nugent. Liz is the reigning queen of Irish psychological suspense with countless Irish Book Awards. Liz tells Kathryn all about her new bestseller ‘The Truth About Ruby Cooper’ and how her childhood, her health and varied career has shaped her incredible writing. In a fiercely honest conversation, Liz opens up about tackling the taboo of false accusations in her latest book - she explains her deliberate choice to create deeply flawed characters to explore the darkest facets of human nature. Liz also talks on why she’s given up alcohol, living with dystonia as a busy writer, and why her books resonate worldwide. Season Three of ‘Are We There Yet’ will return later this year! Stay tuned for more details. Presented in association with Mater Private Network. 'Are We There Yet? with Kathryn Thomas' is an Onic Original podcast. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Dr. Jim O'Brien - Heart Health Special

Kathryn is joined by Consultant Cardiologist Dr. Jim O'Brien from the Mater Private Network to discuss how to look after your heart as we grow older.  Kathryn and Jim talk about how heart disease is the biggest killer of women in Ireland, accounting for one in four female deaths.  Jim explains how the menopause affects our hearts and he reveals that too much exercise - sometimes - might actually be bad for your heart! He reveals the striking impact of hormonal shifts on cholesterol, why irregular period cycles can raise health risks and why heart palpitations are too often dismissed as anxiety. And if you’re watching on YouTube, you’ll be able to see Kathryn do ten-push-ups on the studio floor… she was definitely not expecting that! 'Are We There Yet? with Kathryn Thomas' is an Onic Original podcast. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Sally Hayden "Hope is an Action."

Kathryn Thomas is joined by award-winning author and journalist Sally Hayden to discuss her new book, ‘This is Also a Love Story: Searching for Good in a Divided World.’ Reflecting on her international reporting since 2013, Sally examines the psychological impact of her work and the "detachment crisis" that leads many people globally to tune out the news.  Currently living in Beirut, Sally shares with Kathryn her firsthand experiences from conflict zones to emphasise the importance of looking past military language and seeing the real civilians affected by geopolitics. By recounting stories of resilience, from taking a bank hostage to pay for parent’s healthcare to witnessing the "love train" platforms in Ukraine, Sally reminds Kathryn that humanity remains at the centre of global events and that hope is an action we must actively choose.  This is Also a Love Story is available in bookstores now. Are We There Yet? is presented in association with Mater Private Network. New episodes drop every Tuesday morning. Connect with us: * Watch on YouTube: Onic Originals [https://www.youtube.com/@OnicOriginals] * Follow us on Instagram: @Onic.Live 'Are We There Yet? with Kathryn Thomas' is an Onic Original podcast. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Simon Harris “There’s Always Challenges.”

Kathryn Thomas sits down with Tánaiste Simon Harris to discuss balancing a political life with parenting in the digital age. They explore the current economic pressures on Irish families, such as the challenges of securing quality childcare, especially those without local family support.  Tánaiste Harris outlines his long-term focus, including his proposed initiatives such as under-16 social media restrictions and new financial incentives for families in his upcoming budget next October. Kathryn and Harris delve into the critical issue of online safety for young people, discussing the need to protect children from addictive algorithms. They also examine the important role of nutrition in school meals, the impact of artificial intelligence, and finally when we might finally see the Children’s Hospital open its doors… Presented in association with Mater Private Network. 'Are We There Yet? with Kathryn Thomas' is an Onic Original podcast. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Dermatology Special: Skincare for All Ages

Kathryn is joined by skincare superstars Dr Caitriona Ryan and Dr Niki Ralph to answer all her pressing questions about looking after your skin as we age. Co-founders of The Institute of Dermatologists in Dublin, Caitriona and Niki highlight how both the science and stigma of good skincare has changed over the past 10 years. From subtle botox to peptide myths, the duo explain why looking refreshed and expressive is now more important than appearing frozen. Kathryn learns about the importance of daily SPF, even when it’s cloudy, and how best to protect the family when abroad. They discuss why impressionable young people need to be protected from harmful skincare marketing and why a simple skincare routine is often the best treatment. Visit the Institute of Dermatology for more: https://instituteofdermatologists.ie/ Presented in association with Mater Private Network. 'Are We There Yet? with Kathryn Thomas' is an Onic Original podcast. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.