E164: Derek Sherry - Sobriety, Running and Resilience

Today I’m joined by my very good friend, Derek Sherry — a man with one of the best tans in Ireland and a story that’s even brighter. Derek’s journey is one of transformation, resilience, and community. In the 80s and 90s, he was a familiar face on Dublin’s nightlife scene — but behind the music and mayhem, he was battling trauma, addiction, and depression. A few years ago, a crippling back injury nearly left him unable to move, yet today he’s training for his second Dublin Marathon. Derek is now three years sober, a proud member of Portmarnock’s Shelters Running Club, and a regular sea swimmer. In this episode, he shares how running, swimming, and the incredible community at The Shelters have played a vital role in his sobriety and in rebuilding a life full of purpose and healing