#67 Rena Maycock CEO of Chirp, protecting our children

"What happens when the healthcare system nearly costs you your life… and then tries to cover it up? In this episode, I sit down with Heather Rowland, who went in to have her baby and ended up on a ventilator in emergency surgery after a catastrophic epidural error. But what happened AFTER was almost worse. The denial. The silence. The gaslighting. Heather fought back. Against her own legal team's advice, against a system designed to wear you down, and against three years of PTSD, guilt and trauma… and she won. This episode is for anyone who's ever been told to sit down and accept what they've been given. It's about trusting your gut when every expert tells you not to. It's about what resilience ACTUALLY looks like - and it's nothing like what you think. It's raw, it's honest, and it will genuinely move you. Go listen. You won't regret it."

What happens when you strip away the politics and get to the real person behind the title? In this episode, I sat down with Minister Neale Richmond - and what I got was raw, honest and genuinely unexpected. We talked about losing both his parents young, and how that shaped everything - his priorities, his parenting, his friendships. He opened up about the moments he nearly walked away from politics, why he thinks it's one of the most selfish professions in the world, and why after 17 years he's finally found his dream job. We went deep on male friendships, being a present dad, and how being direct can be both your greatest strength and your biggest flaw. And he gave one story about a 19 year old girl in Uganda that will genuinely stop you in your tracks. This is the episode where the politician leaves the room - and the real Neale Richmond shows up. Go and listen - I promise it's worth your time.

What happens when life takes everything from you… not once, but twice? My guest today is Mark Pollock, blind adventurer, South Pole explorer, and man on a mission to cure paralysis. In this episode, Mark opens up about the moment he lost his sight at 22, how he rebuilt his identity from scratch, and then how falling from a second story window a month before his wedding left him paralysed. But here's what's remarkable, instead of giving up, he used every challenge as a launchpad for something even bigger. We talk about the difference between optimism and realism, why having something EPIC to pursue is the key to surviving your darkest moments, and how Mark and his team are now on the edge of curing paralysis forever. If you've ever felt like life has dealt you an unfair hand, or you're wondering how to take that next step forward this episode will change the way you think. Mark Pollock. What Makes You Tick. Available now wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and follow.

Ever wondered how growing up in Ballymun shapes a person’s drive and outlook on life? In this episode of "What Makes You Tick," I sit down with Jason Delaney—auctioneer, community leader, and all-around force of nature. Jason opens up about his journey from a childhood in Ballymun’s flats, learning life’s toughest lessons early, to becoming a leader in both business and grassroots sport. We talk about real community, resilience in the face of tragedy, and what it really means to step up for your family and your dreams. If you want to hear raw honesty, powerful stories, and practical advice on making the most of your circumstances—this is an episode you can’t miss. Press play for inspiration, life lessons, and a behind-the-scenes look at what makes Jason—and his community—tick. https://www.wilsonsauctions.com