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This week on The Wellness Project Podcast, Dominique sits down with Shane Lennon and Aoibhinn Raleigh for a powerful conversation about addiction, recovery, identity and connection. Shane has been sober for 18 years. Aoibhinn is approaching two years sober after making the life-changing decision to seek help in 2023. Together they discuss the realities of addiction, what was really sitting underneath their relationship with alcohol and substances, and the turning points that changed the course of their lives. They explore loneliness, anxiety, community, the role of movement in healing, and why connection is often the thing we're searching for all along. From yoga and meditation to running and building communities, this conversation is ultimately about recovery in its broadest sense: learning how to sit with yourself, trust yourself, and build a life you no longer want to escape from. The IMAGE Wellness Project is powered by Alflorex and sponsored by Boots, Vita Coco, Manhattan and Cocoa Brown

Why are we still whispering about periods in sports? In this episode, recorded live at WellFest, Dominique sits down with female fight nutritionist Lindsey Rhatigan.  It’s 2026 and in the world of sports we are still normalising missed cycles. Still asking women to wear white shorts designed for men. Still asking female athletes to perform at their peak while ignoring the most fundamental part of their biology. Lindsey works with athletes in one of the most physically demanding sports out there. She helps them make weight safely, fuel properly, and ultimately perform at their best. But what she’s really doing is challenging a system that was never designed with women in mind. In this conversation, Lindsey and Dominique cover the link between missing periods and mental health, the dropout rate of young female athletes, and the fact that so many girls are never taught how their cycle actually works, let alone how to train with it. If you have daughters, if you train, if you’ve ever questioned your relationship with food, exercise or your body, this is an important episode to hear.  The IMAGE Wellness Project is powered by Alflorex and sponsored by Boots, Vita Coco, Manhattan and Cocoa Brown

What does it take to step away, pivot, and bring a groundbreaking brand back to life? In this episode of the IMAGE Wellness Project podcast, recorded live at the IMAGE WellTalk stage during Wellfest, Melanie Morris sits down with beauty innovator and Cocoabrown founder, Marissa Carter.Marissa shares a deeply honest look behind the scenes of her huge business rebrand and relaunch. They dive into the reality of dealing with toxic comparison, the danger of operating at 110% capacity, and how slowing down to connect with nature unexpectedly became Marissa's ultimate source of grounding and mental clarity. Whether you are navigating your own corporate comeback or searching for your true voice, this refreshing 50-minute chat will remind you that your growth is a journey – not a race.The IMAGE Wellness Project is proudly empowered by Alflorex and sponsored by Boots, Cocoa Brown, Manhattan and Vita Coco.Follow Marissa on Instagram: @marissacarter @cocabrowntan

In this fun, chatty, empowering episode, recorded live at WellFest, Melanie Morris sits down with Ireland's elite sporting dynamos: sisters Aoife and Lisa O'Rourke. From a family of five girls in Co. Roscommon, they originally picked up boxing gloves just to improve their fitness—and went on to conquer the world stage. Today, Aoife holds the World Boxing Championship Gold Medal (75kg middleweight), and Lisa is the 2022 IBA World Champion (light middleweight). Beyond the ring, they are record-breaking Hyrox athletes, invited to compete globally in the top 15 pro series.What We Cover In This Episode:- The Roots: From farm life and local GAA to international gold medals.- The Olympics: Aoife's Tokyo and Paris experiences, plus her sights on Los Angeles 2028.- Sibling Rivalry: How their close sisterly bond fuels their competitive drive.- Elite Mindset: The training, discipline, and performance habits of world champions.- Hyrox Pro Series: Smashed world records and what it takes to rank in the global top 15.The IMAGE Wellness Project is powered by Alflorex and sponsored by Boots, Vita Coco, Manhattan and Cocoa Brown. Follow Aoife and Lisa on Instagram: @aoifeorourke327 and @lisaorourke528

Meet Iain Liam Ward AKA The King of Chemo  Diagnosed with terminal brain cancer in 2020 at age 31, Iain turned a tragic situation into a viral mission to break world records by completing marathons and raising money for cancer research. He spoke with host Melanie Morris as part of the IMAGE Wellness Project about: His Goal: To break the Guinness world record for the most money raised for charity by completing marathons. His Twist: You don't have to donate a penny. He uses corporate sponsors to turn your follow into cash for cancer research. His Drive: So far… over 18 marathons and 32 half-marathons completed, many in funny costumes, many carrying a (heavily) weighted vest. All while battling Stage 3 glioblastoma to support cancer research. His Future plans Bigger, bolder, unstoppable, global. See/hear him rewrite the rules of fundraising. And if you aren’t already doing so, please follow Iain on Instagram @thekingofchemo The IMAGE Wellness Project is powered by Alflorex and sponsored by Boots, Vita Coco, Manhattan and Cocoa Brown.

This week on The IMAGE Wellness Project, Dominique sits down with Joe Wicks and Rosie Wicks for a live conversation recorded at WellFest. Known for transforming the fitness space and helping millions of people move more, Joe is joined by Rosie to share a more personal side of their lives. Together, they talk about building a family, creating a calm and stable home environment, and navigating busy careers while staying grounded in what matters most. From parenting and routines to nutrition, movement and the realities of modern life, this is a really honest conversation about supporting yourself and your family to feel their best. The IMAGE Wellness Project is sponsored by Boots (@boots.ireland), Vita Coco (@vitacoco), Manhattan (@manhattan.ie) and Cocoa Brown (@cocoabrowntan)

This week on The IMAGE Wellness Project, Dominique McMullan sits down with Niamh O’Connor for a live conversation recorded at WellFest. Niamh has become one of Ireland’s most refreshing voices online, known for her honesty when it comes to wellness, body image and self-worth. In this episode, she opens up about completely changing the course of her life, from building sustainable routines and discovering a love for running, to stepping away from alcohol and learning how to regulate her emotions in a fast-paced digital world. This is a conversation about growth, perspective and what it really means to feel good within yourself. The IMAGE Wellness Project is sponsored by Boots, Vita Coco, Manhattan and Cocoa Brown

In this moving episode of The IMAGE Wellness Project, Dominique McMullan is joined by journalist, friend and former Kerry Rose Édaein O’Connell for an honest conversation about grief in real time. Earlier this year, Édaein lost her beloved mum Mary after a very short illness. As she approaches her first Christmas without her, Édaein reflects on love, anger, gratitude, community, and what it means to keep going when life splits into before and after. Together, they speak about the reality of sudden loss, the comfort of rural community, and the pressure of the festive season. This episode is for anyone carrying grief this season, missing someone they love. Recorded at Iconic Offices, The IMAGE Wellness Project is sponsored by Activia and Irish Life Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Dominique is joined by personal trainer and endurance athlete John Belton…a man who has spent over two decades helping people perform at their best, in body and mind. From leading extreme challenges across the globe to navigating the tender realities of fatherhood, John shares what resilience really looks like, how to build it, and why slowing down might be the bravest thing of all. Catch up on all episodes of The IMAGE Wellness Project now! Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/6FH872ZutXUf8Usa0wGMg6Apple Podcasts : https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/the-image-wellness-project/id1745366527Acast: https://shows.acast.com/the-wellness-project-podcast Recorded at Iconic Offices, The IMAGE Wellness Project is spnsored by Activia and Irish Life Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this live episode of The IMAGE Wellness Project Podcast, Dominique McMullan sits down with non-diet nutritionist and intuitive eating counsellor Niamh Orbinski to cut through the endless food noise that surrounds women today. Together, they explore how diet culture combined with GLP-1 overuse has taught us to shrink and what it means to finally step away from that narrative. Niamh shares what intuitive eating really looks like, why pleasure and nourishment can beautifully co-exist, and how we can begin to rebuild trust with our bodies.  Huge thanks as always to Activia and Irish Life Health for sponsoring The IMAGE Wellness Project.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The IMAGE Wellness Project Podcast, Dominique McMullan sits down with life and business coach, author, and speaker Mark Fennell. Mark shares his journey through debilitating anxiety, describing how fear of the fear can become more overwhelming than fear itself,  and how he learned to navigate his nervous system and find resilience. He also speaks candidly about infertility, mindset, and why fulfilment can be found in unexpected places.  Huge thanks as always to Activia and Irish Life Health for sponsoring The IMAGE Wellness Project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when you swap silence for beats on the yoga mat? In this episode of the IMAGE Wellness Project Podcast, host Dominique McMullan sits down with Naoise Ní Bhrion (aka Yoga le Naoise) to explore how Techno Yoga grew from a lockdown idea to a festival-stage movement. Together, they dive into the rhythm of resilience, the role of Gaeilge in wellness, and why showing up as your full, imperfect, real self is the most powerful practice of all. Huge thanks as always to Activia and Irish Life Health for sponsoring The IMAGE Wellness Project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are back with season five of IMAGE Wellness Project and this week, host Dominique McMullan is joined by integrative health coach, yoga teacher, holistic healer and new author Miriam Hussey. Together they explore what it means to live a soul-led life, the courage it takes to surrender, and the simple yet powerful ways we can reconnect with ourselves when we feel stuck in survival mode. Miriam also shares the inspiration behind her new book Light Up, a guide to nourishing body, mind and soul in an “always-on” world.  The IMAGE Wellness Project is sponsored by Activia and Irish Life Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Writer, psychotherapist and founder of The Still, Daniella Moyles joins Dominique for the final episode of The IMAGE Wellness Project Podcast.  Daniella’s story is a brave one. Once a model and radio DJ, her life changed dramatically after a panic attack forced her to stop and listen. That moment led her on a journey through travel, self-reflection, therapy and eventually to building The Still, an online space for those seeking real-life emotional change. Together, Dominique and Daniella explore the experience of panic attacks, the power of stillness, the mind-body connection, and why naming our needs can be a radical act of healing. Recorded at Iconic Offices. Sponsored by Activia and Irish Life Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if your body wasn’t a problem to solve? In this episode of The IMAGE Wellness Project, Dominique sits down with Maura Rath (@yogawithmaura) to talk about finding peace with your body, rebelling against diet culture and learning to move for joy – not punishment. Together they explore how to quiet the inner critic, reconnect to your body every day, and create communities where women feel safe showing up as they are. This is the conversation we all need in the age of Ozempic – full of light, laughter and gentle rebellion. The IMAGE Wellness Project is sponsored by Activia and Irish Life Health and recorded at Iconic Offices.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.