3.1) Talking With Kate Stone

This week, I spoke with singer/songwriter Adam Loughran about his mental health journey, the song he wrote in honour of his friends, the beauty of lyrics and the meaning behind his music. A beautiful and honest conversation which brings to light that we are all human - we all suffer with mental health. Music By: The Coronas - New Album 'Time Stopped' - 'At Least We'll Always Have LA'  Intro & Exit Music: @buskybops - Hannah Kinsella LINKS MENTIONED:  Emma O'Sullivan Go Fund Me: Fundraiser by Emma Osullivan : Support Emma's recovery & help break the Stigma (gofundme.com) Emma O'Sullivan Irish Examiner Article: Cork woman battling eating disorder and OCD fears she will die if she cannot access inpatient care (irishexaminer.com) Unspoken Vote Link: https://headline.ie/shine-audience-choice-voting-entry-form/ Podcast Linktree https://linktr.ee/talkaboutitpod Amelhyne Linktree https://linktr.ee/amelhyne

This week, I spoke with singer/songwriter Adam Loughran about his mental health journey, the song he wrote in honour of his friends, the beauty of lyrics and the meaning behind his music. A beautiful and honest conversation which brings to light that we are all human - we all suffer with mental health.  Music By: @adamloughran_al 'Be Okay' & 'Blue Butterflies'   Intro & Exit Music: @buskybops - Hannah Kinsella  LINKS MENTIONED: Podcast Linktree https://linktr.ee/talkaboutitpod  Amelhyne Linktree https://linktr.ee/amelhyne  Adam YouTube Chanel: (412) Adam Loughran - YouTube 

This week, I spoke with the wonderful human Trevor Leeper about his on TikTok to spread hopeful messages, the LGTBQ+ Community in modeling, and being present. I came away feeling lighter, with a glowing heart and I hope you do too! Music By: @kieranrhodesmusic 'Disengage' Intro & Exit Music: @buskybops - Hannah Kinsella LINKS MENTIONED: Podcast Linktree https://linktr.ee/talkaboutitpod Amelhyne Linktree https://linktr.ee/amelhyne Trevor Linktree:  https://linktr.ee/trev_empowers WithLoveTextline Linktree:  https://linktr.ee/withloveproject

This week I chatted with Dubliner Jordan about his musical journey, his name 'John Doe', his struggle with mental health, and his tips for musicians and others like him. An insightful and raw interview with a talented artist.   Music By: @gemmacoxhere 'Immune'  Intro & Exit Music: @buskybops - Hannah Kinsella  LINKS MENTIONED:  Podcast Linktree https://linktr.ee/talkaboutitpod  Amelhyne Linktree https://linktr.ee/amelhyne  Jordan Instagram: @johndoemusic  Ireland AM Interview (7.45 am Playback) https://www.virginmediatelevision.ie/player/show/809/200217/0/

BONUS EPISODE!!  To celebrate my interview on Ireland AM on August 15th, I chatted with blogger, author, poet, and mental health advocate Daragh Fleming to discuss his journey with depression and anxiety, his award-winning blog, and working with the incredible A Lust For Life Team.  Music By: @keywestofficial 'Anything But Normal' Intro & Exit Music: @buskybops - Hannah Kinsella  LINKS MENTIONED:  Podcast Linktree https://linktr.ee/talkaboutitpod Amelhyne Linktree https://linktr.ee/amelhyne Ireland AM Interview (7.45 am Playback) https://www.virginmediatelevision.ie/player/show/809/200217/0/ Daragh Instagram Page @daraghfleming Thoughts 2 Big Instagram Page @thoughts2big  Thoughts 2 Big Blog https://thoughtstoobig.ie/ Pre-order 'Poems That Were Written On A Train, But Weren't Written About Trains' https://www.bookdepository.com/Poems-That-Were-Written-On-Trains-But-Werent-Written-About-Trains-Daragh-Fleming/9781739797539 Daragh Linktree https://linktr.ee/daraghfleming

SEASON 3!! I'M BACK!!  This week I chatted with the business owner, motivational speaker, mental health advocate, and actress Kate Stone about her mental health journey, changing our perspectives, and her unique workshops.  Music By: @calvinhyness 'Summer Rain' Intro & Exit Music: @buskybops  LINKS MENTIONED: Podcast Linktree https://linktr.ee/talkaboutitpod Amelhyne Linktree https://linktr.ee/amelhyne Kate Linktree https://linktr.ee/iamkatestone Kate 30-Day Text Motivation Challenge https://www.heartspeak.school/motivation Kate 7 Week Empowerment Program https://www.heartspeak.school/ Kate Instagram @katefrancestone  Kate TikTok @katestoneheartspeak

SEASON 2 FINALE TW/DISCUSSION OF THE TOPIC OF SEXUAL ASSAULT  I chat with the cast and crew from the award-winning short film 'The Least I Can Do' - Sean, Ella, Emilia, Seb, Alex, and Sam. They open up about the experience of filming this short, the message it portrays, why it's so powerful, and how anyone can make a difference.  This week's young musician is Moncrieff (@_moncrieff) with his original song 'Warm'. Fresh International Film Festival Website: https://freshfilm.ie Sean Tracey Film YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7Wudwd3BR7BNLVxqOZPyjQ https://linktr.ee/amelhyne

In this episode, I chat with filmmaker Aoife Rees and the cast about their short film 'Sad Excuse For A Teenage Girl' and Max Hendrickson about his short film animation 'The Oubliette'.  We talk about their awards, how their love for filming started, tips for other young people and much more.  This week's young musician is Uisce Jones (@uisce_jones_) with their new original song 'Waste Away'.  Fresh International Film Festival Website: https://freshfilm.ie Aoife Rees Short Film: 'Sad Excuse For A Teenage Girl' https://youtu.be/aNpGRE6ZtJo Max Hendrickson Short Film: 'The Oubliette' https://youtu.be/x-1hPw3Caas https://linktr.ee/amelhyne

In this week's episode, I sat down with Ava Bounds, writer, and director of her multi-award-winning short film 'Beth'. We discuss the history behind the film, the film locations, and her international success.  I also sit down with two of the filmmakers behind the Best School Short Film 'Heart Of Land'. They tell me how they fell into filmmaker, how they can't wait to do more, and how others can do the same.  This week's young musician is Taylor D (@taylor_d_music_) with her new original song 'Pretentious Minds'. Fresh International Film Festival Website: https://freshfilm.ie Ava Short Film: 'Beth' https://youtu.be/za0a-NdelZA https://linktr.ee/amelhyne

In this week's episode, I sat down with Rachel and Conor from the award-winning documentary 'The Joys Of Justin' to talk about their journey to Fresh, the people behind the film, why they are so passionate about it, and how we can support the guide dogs or Ireland.  This week's young musician is Ciara Dalton (@ciaradalton) with her original song 'My Perfect Man'. Fresh International Film Festival Website: https://freshfilm.ie https://linktr.ee/amelhyne