The Laura Dowling Experience
Conversations about health, science, wellness, life, love, sex and everything in-between. Laura is a Pharmacist who loves to talk to interesting people about their unique life and work experiences. See @fabulouspharmacist on instagram for more information.
Episodes
121 episodes
Behind the Glamour: Chronic Pain, Scoliosis, Mental Health, & Reality TV with Abigail Godfrey #117
In this episode, I’m joined by Abigail Godfrey — Netflix star of Selling the City and a high-profile real estate agent in Manhattan—for a raw and honest conversation about living with chronic pain, managing mental health, and the resilience it ...
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Episode 117
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52:33
Let’s Talk Men’s Health: Testosterone, ED, Sleep Apnoea, & Prostate Checks with Dr. Martin Rourke #116
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Martin Rourke, a Dublin-based GP specialising in men’s health, for a wide-ranging and eye-opening conversation about testosterone, heart health, sleep, and the often-overlooked warning signs men ignore until...
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Episode 116
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1:49:20
The Power of Reset: Mindset Shifts, Cortisol, Perimenopause, and Building Strength with Brian Keane #115
In this episode, I sit down with fitness coach, nutritionist, bestselling author and podcast host Brian Keane to explore how stress, hormones, and mindset play a huge role in overall wellbeing—particularly for women going through perimenopause ...
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Episode 115
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1:26:44
Holding Your Breath: Fertility, Unsuccessful IVF, and Freediving with Claire Walsh #114
In this episode, I’m joined by freediver, author, and speaker Claire Walsh for a powerful and vulnerable conversation about fertility, identity, and the emotional toll of IVF. Claire shares her deeply personal experience of going through seven ...
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Episode 114
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1:18:16
Facing Grief with Humour: Cancer, Loss, Advocacy, & Comedy with Dympna Little #113
In this episode, I sit down with Dympna Little, the brilliantly sharp and darkly hilarious voice behind some of social media’s most honest conversations about grief, cancer, and humour as a coping mechanism. Dympna shares her mother’s battle wi...
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Episode 113
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1:47:42
Heart Health Matters: Lifestyle Changes, Cholesterol, Sleep, & Nutrition with Prof. Robert Kelly #112
In this episode, I sit down with Prof. Robert Kelly, a leading consultant cardiologist, to explore how small lifestyle changes can have a massive impact on heart health. We break away from the traditional approach to heart care, looking at nutr...
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Episode 112
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1:21:50
Joint Replacements: What to Expect, Recovery, & Protecting Your Mobility with Maurice Neligan #111
In this episode, I sit down with Maurice Neligan, a leading orthopaedic surgeon, to explore everything from knee pain and joint preservation to the latest advancements in joint replacement surgery. We break down what actually happens during sur...
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Episode 111
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1:29:18
Conquering Addiction: Childhood Trauma, Neuroscience, & Transformation with Dr. Brian Pennie #110
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Brian Pennie, an Irish neuroscientist, author, and resilience specialist, to explore his extraordinary journey from heroin addiction to academic success. Brian opens up about his 15-year struggle with addict...
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Episode 110
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1:16:21
Healing Through Comedy: Sobriety, Womanhood, & Self-Acceptance with Kyla Cobbler #045 (Rerelease)
This week we’re revisiting one of our most popular episodes from August 2023, with comedian Kyla Cobbler for an honest and powerful conversation about life, love, and healing. Kyla shares her journey to sobriety, the struggles she faced along t...
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Episode 45
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1:41:01
Beauty in Reinvention: Narcissistic Abuse, Ozempic, Changing Career Paths & ADHD with Nikki Dwyer #109
In this episode, I sit down with Nikki Dwyer, CEO of Future Beauty, to hear her powerful story of reinvention and resilience. Nikki opens up about breaking free from a toxic relationship, the emotional toll of narcissistic abuse, and how Ozempi...
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Episode 109
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1:42:31
Women in Media: Intimate Image Abuse, Online Safety Laws & Media Ethics with Alexandra Ryan #108
In this episode, I sit down with Alexandra Ryan, founder and CEO of Goss.ie, for an eye-opening conversation about media, advocacy, and resilience. Alexandra shares her personal experience as a victim of non-consensual intimate image sharing an...
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Episode 108
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2:01:27
Childhood Obesity: Bone Health, Movement, and Support for Families with Dr Grace O’Malley #107
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Grace O'Malley, a leading expert in childhood obesity, to explore the complex realities faced by children living in larger bodies. We discuss the societal prejudices they encounter, the challenges their fami...
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Episode 107
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1:14:28
Understanding Obesity: Brain Science, Medication Breakthroughs, and Stigma with Prof. Carel Le Roux #106
In this episode, I sit down with Professor Carel Le Roux, a leading obesity expert, to explore the science of obesity as a brain disease rather than a matter of willpower. We challenge the outdated "eat less, move more" mindset and discuss revo...
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Episode 106
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1:07:24
Building BURST: Leadership, Innovation, & Balancing Business and Family with Brittany Stewart #105
In this episode, I chat with Brittany Stewart, co-founder and COO of BURST Oral Care, about the journey behind the brand’s incredible success. From launching BURST in the Irish market to growing a community of over 40,000 dental professionals i...
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Episode 105
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1:10:09
Very Irish People: Media, Motherhood, and Navigating Perimenopause with VIP Editor Bianca Luykx #104
In this episode, I chat with Bianca Luykx, the editor of VIP Magazine, about her incredible journey in the media industry. With nearly two decades of experience at one of Ireland’s leading magazines, Bianca shares her insights into navigating a...
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Episode 104
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1:11:19
All Things Menopause: Mood Changes, Weight Gain, HRT Myths, and More with Dr. Deirdre Lundy #072 (Rerelease)
This week we’re revisiting our most popular episode from February 2024, with Dr. Deirdre Lundy, a specialist in women’s health and menopause, and author of The Menopause. Dr. Lundy shares her expertise on the physical and emotional cha...
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Episode 72
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1:52:49
Perimenopause and Menopause 101: Libido, Weight Gain, Loneliness and Anxiety with Dr. Sarah Callaghan #030 (Rerelease)
This week we’re revisiting one of our most popular episodes from April 2023, with Dr. Sarah Callaghan, a GP specializing in women’s health and a true champion for women. In this episode, we dive into the big questions around perimenopause and m...
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Episode 30
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1:38:11
Estrogen, Bone Health, and Muscle Strength: Empowerment in Midlife with Dr. Clare Cromwell #103
In this episode, I chat with Dr. Clare Cromwell, a leading menopause specialist and GP based in Cork, about empowering women to take charge of their midlife health. We discuss the role of muscle strength in cognitive health, how strength traini...
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Episode 103
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1:18:22
Breaking the Silence on Gender-Based Abuse: Awareness, Support, and Change with Sarah Benson #102
In this episode, I’m joined by Sarah Benson, CEO of Women’s Aid, to have an open and vital conversation about gender-based abuse. We discuss the harsh realities of psychological and emotional abuse, physical and sexual abuse, and coercive contr...
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Episode 102
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2:04:13
The Maths Problem: Girls' Performance Decline, Maths Anxiety, and Parental Support with TJ Hegarty #101
In this episode, I chat with TJ Hegarty, founder and CEO of Breakthrough Maths, about the challenges and opportunities in making maths education more accessible and engaging. TJ shares his innovative approach, including small class sizes and pe...
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Episode 101
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56:47
Reimagining Mental Health: ADHD, Childhood Anxiety, and Holistic Healing with Dr. Brendan Daugherty #100
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Brendan Daugherty, a child psychiatrist with a unique approach to mental health. Brendan shares his personal story of overcoming psoriasis through psychodynamic therapy, showing the powerful link between men...
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Episode 100
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1:15:44
Women's Bone Health: Osteoporosis, Fibromyalgia, & Perinatal Wellness with Dr. Orla Ní Mhuircheartaigh #099
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Orla Ní Mhuircheartaigh, a consultant rheumatologist with experience spanning from the Mayo Clinic to acute medicine in London. Dr. Ní Mhuircheartaigh shares her insights on women’s bone health, the critical...
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Episode 99
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1:18:07
Moving Beyond Diet Culture: Guilt-Free Eating, Family Nutrition, and Meal Tips with Josh Percival #098
In this episode, we’re joined by dietitian Josh Percival, to explore how to move beyond diet culture and shift the focus from weight loss to health gain. Josh shares how family mealtimes can support better nutrition and why it’s time to drop la...
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Episode 98
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1:27:48
Sleep Hacks, Brain Power, and Parenting in the Digital Age with Mentalist Keith Barry #097
In this episode, we’re joined by Keith Barry, the world-famous hypnotist and mentalist, to explore the mindset behind his incredible career and his new book, Sleep Hacks. Keith shares how he uses brain hacking not only to wow audiences...
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Episode 97
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1:12:53
Heavy Periods, PMDD and Psychosexual Health with Dr. Orla Conlon #096
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Orla Conlon, an expert in obstetrics and gynaecology, who brings over 25 years of experience to our conversation. We discuss the often-overlooked psychological impact of conditions like PMS and PMDD, and Dr....
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Episode 96
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