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Solo Powered with Ariana Dunne
by Ariana Dunne
Solo Powered is a podcast that celebrates doing things solo. Whether that be solo travelling, solo journey to parenthood, setting up your own business, making your own movies, one-person plays, Antarctic adventures, rowing solo across the Atlantic and much much more. This podcast will inspire and encourage people to wait for no one in the pursuit of their passions. This is not about living a lonely life, this is about living the most full life on your terms, by finding your tribe of fellow solo'ers who who have discovered that the greatest relationship you will ever have is the one you have with yourself. Ariana Dunne is a journalist, a life coach, celebrant, and an entrepreneur. She has worked for major publications including DMG, Bauer, Telegraph, Dennis, Maximum Media and the IFJ group. Perpetually single by choice Ariana has lived a fabulous solo life for most of her twenties and thirties. In 2017 she bought an apartment by herself, i
Episodes
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Celebrating Solo Powered's 40th Episode
In this episode we celebrate 40 episodes and 1 years since Solo Powered launched. Thank you so much to everyone who has listened or has been a guest. To celebrate we are offering one lucky listener the chance to win a Solo Spa Day in the fabulous Powerscourt Springs in Co. Wicklow. To win message...
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From Dragons Den to the Visionary Room - Susie Kilcoyne shares her Solopreneur journey
Susie is a business growth coach. She has been around the block what feels like a million times before getting to the stage that she's at now. She has worked in sales, the event industry, marketing, graphic and web design. She started her own cosmetics company at 21 and has started multiple...
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Ever wondered where Leprechauns came from? Bean Feasa Lorraine Dwyer explains all
To celebrate St Patricks Day I am thrilled to welcome Lorraine O’Dwyer an 8th generation Bean Feasa (Translation: Wise Woman) or Witch for want of a better word onto the Solo Powered Podcast. Based in the southeast of Ireland, and famed for her unique storytelling walks and workshops that draw us...
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How a Solo Street Food business can be a fulfilling, flexible and rewarding endevour - Seany McCleary
Streat School, an Irish food truck provider and marketing agency, has turned over more than millions of euro and has helped over 300 new outlets to get up and running. The company was founded by Seany McCleary, the owner of Blasta Street Kitchen, a month before the pandemic started. It has gone...
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The Solo pain of beloved pet loss with Mary-Kate Murphy
On this episode Ariana chats to Mary-Kate Murphy about the searing pain of pet grief. Mary-Kate is a teacher and a solo'prenuer as owner of her own dance school as well as running a successful pet-sitting business called 'Teach Tubs'. The business is named after her beloved miniature schnauzer…
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The Bravery of Being a Solo Stand-Up Comedian with Anna Clifford Comedy
Anna Clifford is a multi-talented woman, she is a comedian, actor, writer, poet, podcast host, presenter and content creator. Anna is a natural entertainer with a strong stage presence and jokes to match. She has had audiences across the globe laughing with her relatable act outs and witty...
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Why a 'solo' journey to motherhood doesn't have to be solo - Ellie Fazan Explains
On this episode I am so thrilled to welcome @fazanagram Ellie Fazan onto the podcast. Ellie is a storyteller: She has worked as a stylist, scout, shoot producer, journalist, magazine editor and digital content producer. Whether she's working in TV or print, she says that storytelling is all about...
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Chasing the Snow with Renaissance woman Rachael Oakes-Ash
On this episode Ariana reconnects with her Australian friend Rachael Oakes-Ash who she met when on a solo travel adventure at a Writer and Artists retreat in the Sth. of France in 2016. Rachael is a life writer, established journalist and a travel and ski blogger. She is the founder of...
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Life begins at Menopause a poignant Solo'preneur journey with Stefanie Daniels
On this episode of Solo Powered Ariana chats to Stefanie Daniels founder of 'Life Begins At Menopause' www.lbam.uk. Ariana and Stefanie worked together in London in Bauer Media back in 2010 and since then both of them went on a new and exciting journey into the world of coaching and…
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Sartorial King Lawson Mpame shares his lone wolf journey through the world of fashion and creative direction.
Happy New Year. 2024 we come back with a bang with the erudite gentleman Lawson Mpame sharing with us his lone wolf journey in the world of Fashion and Creative Direction. Lawson has worked with some incredible brands including, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Zalando, Primark and more, featuring…
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A 66 year old J1 Solo Traveller Fiona Griffin shares her inspiring experencies as a Camp Leader in Wisconsin
Forced into retirement at 66 Fiona Griffin decided that her exuberant energy needed to be given free reign. So she embarked on a J1 visa summer in the USA as a Camp Counsellor in Wisconsin. Fiona shares her experiences Solo Travelling, meeting a large new group of International Friends, learning...
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Being fabulous, fun and brave with Jewellery Designer Maeve Barry
The fabulous Maeve Barry joins me for a wonderful chat about her solo journey to jewellery design launching her incredible business Eve Ray as well as her concept online shop BlondeTheStore.com. Maeve also has her own successful PR company and talks about how important it is to build your career,...
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Life is a Cycle - Sinead Kennedy talks to us about overcoming adversity and living a full and happy Solo travel Life
When Sinéad Kennedy was 32 years old, she was overwhelmed, exhausted, mentally burnt out and sick of everything going wrong. After a traumatic life changing event she chose to pick herself up, shake herself off and live her life to the fullest. Sinead wrote a book called 'Life is a Cycle', which…
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A Solo Child 'Reality Check' from Author and Writer Vicki Notaro
In this episode I talk to the very wonderful Vicki Notaro former Managing Director of VIP Publishing and author of her debut book 'Reality Check' which is released early next year. On this episode we talk about how Vicki made the difficult decision to leave her high profile job to go out on her…
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"Keep seeing things through my eyes" - In Memory of Megan Nelms
In this episode the lovely Callie Adams talks about her childhood friend Megan Nelms who very sadly passed away on October 23 2023. This episode is dedicated to her memory. Ariana met Megan while they were both solo travelling in Paris in February 2023. Megan was in remission from a battle with...
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Flying Solo - Dara Flynn explains why taking time for herself makes family life so much better
This episode is brought to you by Seafield Hotel and Spa Resort Seafield Hotel and Spa Resort are offering 'Flying Solo' packages for anyone who wants to relax and rejuvenate. Starting at €168 for overnight B&B in a deluxe bedroom, Thermal Suite Access in our Award Winning Spa and a Three Course...
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From London to Longford, why living fast and slow is the perfect combo - Oliver Durkin
On the episode Ariana chats to Ad man Oliver Durkin. Oliver is described as more of a dawn guy than a sunset guy. He graduated from University of Ulster, Ireland, 1991 in English and Theatre Studies. Wrote poems. Wrote prose. Took Photographs. Co-founded UK’s first digital TV advertising agency...
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Forgive me I'm not feeling well this week.
I was struck down with the lurgy this week so unfortunately this episode does not feature a fabulous inspiring guest. Instead you get to listen to me talk deliriously about how Solo Powered is now an award nominated podcast thanks to a 'Best New Podcast' nomination in The Irish Podcast Awards. I...
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How to heal yourself from the inside out with Nicky Halliday
On this episode Ariana chats to chef, DJ, coach and shamanic trance dance guide Nicky Halliday. Nicky has been sharing cacao, hosting ceremonies, wellness retreats and DJing at events and festivals for many year. As a chef she loves nourishing people with healthy food and also bringing people...
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Top Solo Travel Tips from Travel Blogger Tara Povey
On this episode Ariana chats to the fabulous travel blogger Tara Povey about her exciting life travelling to over 60 countries around the world and documenting it all for her successful travel blog @whereistara. Tara was born in New Zealand and raised in Ireland. So refers to herself as a hobbit...
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Why a dog could make your Solo Life so much happier - Jon Garstang
To celebrate World International Dog Day on August 26th Ariana chats to the brilliant Jon Garstang. Jon is a rocker, a musician, a yoga instructor, business owner, Dad to Ozzie and ultimately an amazing award winning dog whisperer, trainer and in many cases saviour. Jon runs The Positive Pet...
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One woman's solo journey in a hand made canoe across Irelands waterways - Gwen Wilkinson
Ariana has the pleasure and privilege of interviewing Gwen Wilkinson for episode 18 of the Solo Powered Podcast. In 2019, Gwen Wilkinson set herself the challenge of building a canoe and paddling it the length of Ireland, along a network of inland waterways. She set out from the shores of Lough...
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Women Un-branded, Cathy O'Connor talks about under representation of women over 40
The wonderful fashion stylist Cathy O'Connor come on to talk about her fabulous career in fashion from working on TV's 'Off the rails', to being a magazine fashion editor and stylist to the stars. She has recently launched an important campaign called Women Un-Branded. Women Un-branded is a…
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Advice on how to embark on a solo travel journey - Rory King
In the episode Ariana chats to Travel Entrepreneur of the year Rory King from Rory's Travel Club. Rory organises group trips throughout the year which he said attracts large numbers of solo travellers all looking to meet new people and have new experiences. Rory's Travel Club is a fantastic...
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Episode 16 - A Solo recap episode
In this episode of Solo Powered, Ariana takes the opportunity to go Solo once again to celebrate Ariana's lucky number 16th episode. Ariana thanks the listeners, shares some feedback and recaps over the 15 episodes to date giving some guest updates along the way. Ariana also shares her thoughts…
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Why society needs to adapt to solo living and the joy that it can bring - with Dr Peter McGraw
In the episode Ariana chats to dream guest Dr Peter McGraw. Peter is a Behavioural Scientist and Professor from the University of Boulder Colorado and the creator of the US podcast 'Solo - A single persons guide to living an extraordinary life'. Peter and Ariana discuss the concept that being...
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The power of one. How you can make a sustainable difference
In the episode Ariana talks to Pat Kane a sustainability advocate and strategist, a speaker and a writer and the founder of reuzi, Ireland's one-stop shop for sustainably made, reusable goods and an educational hub on all things sustainable living. After leaving her home country of Brazil solo at...
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Paddy Smyth explains why a disability shouldn't get in the way of your dreams
In this brilliant episode Ariana chats to the indomitable reality star, disability rights activist and BBC documentary maker Paddy Smyth. We talk about Paddys challenge throughout life, finding love and acceptance for himself as a gay disabled man living with cerebral palsy. Overcoming adversity...
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Solo podcaster Louise McSharry opens up about overcoming adversity
In this episode Ariana chats to former RTE broadcaster and radio presenter Louise McSharry. Louise publicly exited the organisation in 2021 after her show was unceremoniously cancelled. But rather than allow the loss of a big radio organisation get in between her and her loyal listeners Louise...
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Turn your writer dreams into reality by self-publishing - Yvonne Redden
In this episode Ariana chats to Yvonne Redden a self published authour. Over lockdown, she interviewed over 37 people in a variety of industries during the pandemic and in 2022 self-published her first book 'Talk Learn Connect' which was a collection of interviews with leaders in business,...
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Reimaging Spinsterhood with the fabulously childfree and single Lucy Meggeson
n this episode, Ariana chats to Lucy Meggeson, the podcaster who fronts her own fantastic series called 'Spinsterhood Reimagined' Lucy describes herself as single, childfree, music-obsessed, river-loving, personal growth crazy, autumn and winter-loving, unapologetically passionate,...
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A solo walk in nature is good for the soul - Feebee Foran Forager
Have you ever wondered where the saying “fresh as a daisy“ comes from? If so you have to listen to this enchanting conversation between Ariana and Feebee Foran founder of the fabulous wellness brand Forager. Solo exploration by getting out into nature and embracing the wild and wonderful outdoors...
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Imagine spending 112 days solo at sea - Damian Browne tells all about his epic solo ocean row
In this hugely inspiring and motivational episode Ariana chats to the indomitable Damian Browne. Damian is an extreme adventurer, peak performance athlete and International keynote speaker hailing from from Galway, Ireland. After playing professional rugby for 16 years most notably with…
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How to get the Beckhams on your client list with the accidental florist Heather Condren
In this episode Ariana has the best chats with Heather Condren, founder of the iconic Flowerpop floristry business. Heather has only been a solo'preneur for four years but in that time she has seen her business grow from making bouquets for friends and family at her kitchen table into a renowned...
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PR Guru Rob Kenny offers advice on how Solo Travel can keep romance alive
In this hilarious episode Ariana chats with PR Guru Rob Kenny who has launched his own hugely successful PR business RKPR. Rob was brave to leave full-time employment with a major global PR company to pursue his own excellence in business in the pursuit of having more freedom to do the things he...
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A magical solo journey to parenthood with Clodagh O'Hagan
In this episode of Solo Powered we focus on Solo journeys to parenthood. Ariana chats with Clodagh O'Hagan who had a baby on her own, adorable blonde haired blue-eyed Frank. We chronicle her experience with topics touching on why and how she made her decision, reaction of family and friends,...
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How to fund and make your own movie with Gordon Hickey
In this episode Ariana interviews Gordon Hickey who, not only launched his own succesful solo business, Container Coffee, but he also , wrote, produced, directed and starred in two of his own self funded short films which went on to great acclaim in film festivals around the world. He wanted to...
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Why adult play is essential to living your most authentic self. Episode 3 with Kelly Shatter.
In this episiode Ariana chats with Kelly Shatter who, not only launched her own business, Stoke Improv, but who also produced, wrote, directed and starred in her own solo one woman play called 'The Scratcher'. Kelly also teaches courses and hosts workshops helping others to write and act in solo...
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A celebration of Solo'dom with Conor Clear
In this incredible episode Ariana interviews Conor Clear who has just returned from a Solo adventure to Antarctica. Conor is a broadcaster, actor and celebrant who epitomises what the Solo Powered podcast is all about. Ariana and Conor will discuss his motivation for making such an epic solo…
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"Answer me this....Why are you still single?"
In this launch Episode Ariana introduces herself and explains the premise of the podcast. She discusses what Solo endeavours are all about and talks about the rise in Solo Travel, Solo Parenthood, Solo Passion Pursuits and more. She talks about her own experiences with Solo life, stigmas and...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Solo Powered is a podcast that celebrates doing things solo.
Whether that be solo travelling, solo journey to parenthood, setting up your own business, making your own movies, one-person plays, Antarctic adventures, rowing solo across the Atlantic and much much more.
This podcast will inspire and encourage people to wait for no one in the pursuit of their passions.
This is not about living a lonely life, this is about living the most full life on your terms, by finding your tribe of fellow solo'ers who who have discovered that the greatest relationship you will ever have is the one you have with yourself.
Ariana Dunne is a journalist, a life coach, celebrant, and an entrepreneur. She has worked for major publications including DMG, Bauer, Telegraph, Dennis, Maximum Media and the IFJ group.
Perpetually single by choice Ariana has lived a fabulous solo life for most of her twenties and thirties. In 2017 she bought an apartment by herself, i
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