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Basically...with Stefanie Preissner

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The show that takes news stories and makes sense of them, Basically. For any sponsorship or advertising inquiries on this podcast contact [email protected]

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Episodes

  1. What's It Like Being The Minister For Further and Higher Education, Patrick?

    This week Stefanie is joined by Patrick O'Donovan, Minister of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science. They discuss the high and low points of Patrick's career and provide advice for Leaving Cert students awaiting exam results. Follow Stefanie on Instagram…

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  2. What's New with Mortgages, Robert?

    This week Stefanie is once again joined by fan favourite Robert Whelan, Managing Director at Rockwell Financial. This week Robert updates us on mortgages and answers your listener questions!! Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+…

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  3. What's The Story With Gastroenterology, Dr Khan?

    This week Stefanie is joined by Dr. Rahim Khan, Consultant Gastroenterologist at The Mater Private. Stefanie and Dr. Khan discuss everything from colonoscopies to how regular your bowel movements should be. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on...

  4. What's The Story With Neonatology, Afif?

    This week Stefanie is joined by Dr Afif El Khuffash, Neonatologist, Professor of Paediatrics & Lactation Consultant. They discuss breastfeeding, pre-term birth and Afif answers your listener questions. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on...

  5. What's The Story With Politics From The Inside, Neale?

    This week Stefanie is joined by Neale Richmond TD, Minister of State with responsibility for Financial Services, Credit Unions and Insurance. They discuss the current landscape of Irish politics, and what it's like to be in politics from the inside. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner...

  6. What's The Story with The Cost of Being Single, Robert?

    This week Stefanie is joined by fan favourite Robert Whelan, Managing Director at Rockwell Financial. Robert covers the cost of being single, family finances & answers all of your questions. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks...

  7. What's The Story with Physiotherapy & Spine Health, Claire?

    This week Stefanie is joined by Claire Tynan, Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist at Mater Private Network to discuss all things physiotherapy & spine health. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our…

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  8. What's The Story with AI And Academia, Jennifer?

    This week Stefanie is joined by Associate Professor in Civil Engineering at UCD, Jennifer Keenahan to talk all things AI, academics & engineering. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our...

  9. What's The Story with Breast Surgery, Prof. Malcolm Kell?

    This week Stefanie is joined by Prof. Malcolm Kell, Breast Surgeon from Mater Private Network, Dublin. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of...

  10. What's The Story with Recycling, Laura?

    This week Stefanie is joined by Laura Sherry, Head of Marketing and Communications at Repak to answer all your questions on recycling. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from...

  11. What's The Story with The Middle East Now, Hugh?

    For this once-off extra episode, Stefanie is joined by Hugh O'Connell to shed light on recent updates from Israel & Palestine. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only…

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  12. What's The Story with Foster Care, Róisín Clarke?

    This week Stefanie is joined by Róisín Clarke, CEO of the Irish Foster Care Association (IFCA). Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is...

  13. What's The Story with Speech and Language Therapy, Sarah?

    This week Stefanie is joined by Sarah Kelly, Senior Speech and Language Therapist and Clinical Director of SpeakEasy SLT. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin.…

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  14. What's Happening In Science, Luke?

    This week Luke O'Neill is back to chat with Stefanie about what's new in science. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by...

  15. What's The Story with Being The Ombudsman For Children, Dr. Niall?

    Welcome back to a new season of Basically! This week Stefanie is joined by Dr Niall Muldoon, the Ombudsman for Children. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin.…

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  16. What’s New In Politics, Hugh?

    Welcome back to a new season of Basically! This week Stefanie is joined by Hugh O'Connell to discuss what's new in the world of politics. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is…

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  17. Trailer: New Season Coming Soon

    Exciting news! A new season of Basically is coming to HeadStuff Podcasts on Tuesday the 30th of April. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This season of...

  18. What's the Story with Eye Surgery, Ms. Kirwan?

    This week Stefanie is joined by Ms. Caitriona Kirwan who is an ophthalmic surgeon from Mater Private Hospital Dublin. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This...

  19. What's the Story with Severe Depression, Dr. Martin?

    This week Stefanie is joined by Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry Dr Lorcan Martin to discuss severe depression. As mentioned by Dr Lorcan Martin, the Little Book of Big Conversations is available for free and can be accessed at https://www.janssenwithme.ie/en-ie/depression. Follow Stefanie…

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  20. What's the Story with Gynaecological Cancers, Ms. Thompson?

    This week Stefanie is joined by Ms. Claire Thompson who is a Consultant Gynaecological Oncologist at Mater Private Network in Dublin. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from...

  21. What's the Story with My Finances, Robert?

    This week, Stefanie is joined again by Robert Whelan, the Managing Director of Rockwell Financial Management. Robert is just in time to answer all your Christmas financial questions, inheritance queries, tax questions, and much more. Mater Private Network Emergency Departments in Dublin and Cork...

  22. From The Archives: What's the Story with the Irish Political Parties, Hugh? | July 26th 2022

    In this episode of Basically we are taking you back to an interview from July 2022. Stefanie was joined by political correspondent Hugh O’Connell, to talk all things politics. He breaks down the different political parties within Ireland, and what they stand for. It's a good one. Follow Stefanie…

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  23. What's the Story with being a Buyer's Agent, Liz?

    In this episode, Stefanie is joined by Ireland's Original Buyer's Agent Liz O'Kane. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored…

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  24. What’s The Latest In Science, Luke?

    In this episode, Stefanie is joined by Luke O'Neill once again, to discuss the latest in science and his new book To Boldly Go Where No Book Has Gone Before. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork...

  25. What's the Story with Crisis Communications, Terry?

    In this episode, Stefanie is joined by Terry Prone, the Chairman of The Communications Clinic to discuss crisis communications. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by...

  26. What's the Story with Israel and Palestine, Tom?

    This week Stefanie is joined by Irish Senator, author, and retired Irish Army Captain Tom Clonan to discuss what is happening in Israel and Palestine. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and…

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  27. What's the Story with TikTok, Nia?

    This week Stefanie is joined by Social media influencer Nia Gallagher to talk all things TikTok. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically…

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  28. What's the Story with Life Coaching, Clara?

    This week Stefanie is joined by executive and life coach Clara O'Keeffe. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by "Mater...

  29. What's the Story with Twitter, Mairead?

    This week Stefanie is joined by News Reporter at TheJournal.ie Mairead Maguire to talk all things Twitter. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner. You can also follow Mairead on Instagram @mairead_maguire. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for…

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  30. What's the Story with Constituencies, Hugh?

    In this episode, Stefanie is joined by Hugh O'Connell, the ‍Deputy Political Editor of The Independent to talk all things constituencies. You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is...

  31. What's the Story with Crime, Nicola?

    In this episode, Stefanie is joined by journalist Nicola Tallant to talk all things crime and gangland. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of...

  32. What's New in Science, Luke?

    Luke O'Neill returns once again with the latest news in science and answers to your questions. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is...

  33. What's the Story with Play Therapy, Debbie?

    In this episode, Stefanie is joined by play therapist Debbie Cullinane. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Follow Debbie on Instagram (@debbiecullinane_) You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This...

  34. What's the Story with Pain Management, Prof. Hegarty?

    In this episode, Stefanie is joined by Professor Dominic Hegarty who is a Consultant in Pain Management & Neuromodulation at Mater Private Network in Cork. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork…

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  35. What's the Story with Spinal Surgery, Mr. Poynton?

    In this episode, Stefanie is joined by leading Irish spinal surgeon Mr. Ashley Poynton to discuss all things spinal care. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin.…

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  36. What's the Story with Sustainability and Fashion, Jo?

    In this episode, Stefanie is joined by sustainability journalist Jo Linehan to discuss all things sustainability and fashion. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only…

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  37. What's the Story with Hospice Care, Martina?

    In this episode, Stefanie is joined by Martina Jennings who is CEO of Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of...

  38. What's the Story with Press Photography, Julien?

    In this episode, Stefanie discusses all things press photography with Julien Behal. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored…

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  39. What's the Story with Cardiology, Prof. Byrne?

    In this episode, Stefanie discusses all things heart related with Prof. Robert Byrne, the Director of Cardiology at Mater Private Network. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for our artwork and our music is...

  40. What's the latest in the Medical World, Luke?

    Luke O'Neill returns once again to the show to bring the latest medical news along with answers your questions - including the latest situations with COVID-19, Alzheimer's, and other topics like the possible dangers of Aspartame and using a patients breath to detect early tumor development.…

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  41. What's The Story with Women & Finance, Hannah?

    In this episode, Stefanie discusses the ever growing discussion about the between Women & Finance with Hannah Drennan, a Senior Financial Advisor at Rockwell Financial. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Thanks to Cathal O’Gara for...

  42. What's The Story with Dental Anxiety, Niall?

    In this episode, Stefanie is joined by another medical practitioner, Dr. Niall Neeson who is also known as 'The Calming Dentist'. A visit to the Dentist can be a nerving situation for some people and Niall has noticed the important interaction between mental health and dental anxiety. Dental...

  43. What's The Story with Hospital Catering, Andrew?

    In this episode of Basically, Stefanie is joined by Andrew Roberts who is the Group Head of Catering at Mater Private Hospital. The importance of food and nutrition within a Hospital plays a vital role for patients on their road to recovery - Andrew takes heed of all aspects when it comes to...

  44. What's The Story with Ireland's Neutrality, Conor?

    In this episode of Basically Stefanie chats to Conor Gallagher, Crime and Security Correspondent of The Irish Times and author of "Is Ireland Neutral?". Conor outlines what NATO is and what are the steps that might be needed if Ireland were to join NATO. They discuss how Ireland and other...

  45. Autism, now what?

    In this episode of Basically, Stefanie chats to Fiona Ferris, Deputy CEO and Head Of Training at As I Am. What began, in 2014, as an online platform for communities to access information and share experiences quickly grew into a movement for change for the autism community. Fiona highlights...

  46. My child has no friends, what do I do?

    In this episode of Basically, Stefanie chats to Fionn Woodhouse, a lecturer in Applied Theatre in the UCCs Department of Theatre. They discuss theatre as a form of social inclusion particularly for teens and kids who struggle to make friends. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You…

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  47. Basically Update - No New Episode This Week

    There's no new episode of Basically this week, but Stefanie will be back with a brand new episode next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  48. What's New In The World of Science, Luke?

    In this episode of Basically...Stefanie chats to scientist Luke O'Neill on what's new in the world of science. They discuss potential new drugs that may help with disease and exciting topics such as the latest trip to the moon. Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner You can support...

  49. What's The Story with The Dáil Éireann, Seán?

    In this episode of Basically... Stefanie chats to Seán Ó Fearghaíl, an Irish Fianna Fáil politician who has served as the Ceann Comhairle of Dáil Éireann since March 2016. Stefanie asks questions such as, what actually happens in The Dáil? Does Seán have any favourite parts to the job? They…

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  50. What's The Story with Mind Mommy Coaching, Laura?

    In this episode of Basically, Stefanie and Laura explore their experience with being a mother with autism, and post-natal support. Laura is an accredited Life Coach and Mom passionate about normalising the challenges of Motherhood so that Moms feel less alone in their experience. Follow Stefanie…

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The show that takes news stories and makes sense of them, Basically.

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