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Sober Mess Podcast

by Colm Doolan

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  • E179: Pauline McKeown - Building Lives Through Community

    August 31, 2026 · 59 min

    Pauline McKeown, CEO of Coolmine, joins me to talk about addiction, treatment, recovery, and the power of hope and connection. Pauline has worked with Coolmine for over 20 years, and we chat about the work being done by an organisation…

  • E178: James Lumumba - Don't Be Afraid to Talk

    July 3, 2026 · 58 min

    James Lumumba joins The Sober Mess Podcast for an honest conversation about mental health, vulnerability, healing, and the power of speaking openly. We explore resilience, recovery, and why meaningful conversations can change lives. Be…

  • E177: Jonathan Miller – Leadership, Growth & Human Potential

    June 18, 2026 · 1 hr 4 min

    Jonathan Miller is a leadership coach, team facilitator, and Managing Director of Human Engineering. With over 20 years of experience working with leaders and teams around the world, he helps people improve communication, performance…

  • E176: Lisa Doolan - Your Past Does Not Equal Your Future

    June 12, 2026 · 58 min

    Lisa Doolan is a wellbeing coach, speaker, and founder of Healing Hikes. She helps people improve their mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing through nature, movement, community, and personal development. We discuss wellbeing…

  • E175: Denis O’Reilly — Power of My Mind

    March 24, 2026 · 53 min

    Denis O’Reilly is a runner, Pilates instructor, and mental health advocate who rebuilt his life after a serious car crash that forced him to confront trauma, anxiety, and deep self-doubt. Through running, Pilates, therapy, and honest…

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  • E174: Ciara Keigher — Getting Sober at 20

    March 9, 2026 · 1 hr 6 min

    In this episode, I sit down with Ciara, who is 22 years old and is celebrating two years sober today! Ciara shares honestly about how her drinking started when she was around 15. What began as typical teenage drinking slowly became more…

  • E173: Sean Fox – A Life Rebuilt

    March 5, 2026 · 53 min

    In this episode of The Sober Mess Podcast, I sit down with my good friend Sean, who shares his powerful story of addiction, recovery, and rebuilding his life. Sean opens up about his struggles with both substance use and a serious gambling…

  • E172: Lisa Doolan – Emotional Health, Sobriety & Connection

    January 14, 2026 · 1 hr 2 min

    In this episode, I’m joined by my sister Lisa Doolan, a wellness specialist, for a deep and open conversation about sobriety, self-love, and emotional health. We talk about how the work we do on ourselves shapes the relationships in our…

  • E171: Colin “Colimac Explores” McMahon – Finding Peace in the Mountains

    December 17, 2025 · 1 hr 1 min

    In this episode of The Sober Mess Podcast, I’m joined by my good friend Collie Mac — a trail runner, explorer, and someone who truly lives for the outdoors. Collie opens up about stepping away from alcohol, finding peace in the mountains…

  • E170: Ciarán McIvor – A Journey of Growth, Healing & Perspective

    December 9, 2025 · 1 hr 9 min

    Today I sit down with my good friend Ciarán McIvor, the creator of Boxing Bants. Ciarán spent six years travelling around Ireland covering professional boxing, before stepping away to focus on a much deeper journey of self-discovery. In…

  • E169: Andrew “Mo” Mowat - Embracing Nature & Finding Balance with

    November 26, 2025 · 1 hr 1 min

    In this episode of The Sober Mess Podcast, I sit down with mindset coach Andrew “Mo” Mowat for an honest chat about nature, balance, and the simple habits that support our mental health. Mo talks about the power of getting outdoors…

  • E168: Paul Whelan – Music, Sobriety & Finding Strength Again

    November 17, 2025 · 1 hr 4 min

    In this episode of The Sober Mess Podcast, I’m joined by my longtime friend Paul Whelan, a talented singer-songwriter from Dublin. Paul opens up about his journey from the streets of Ringsend to the stage, sharing his struggles with…

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About the show

A few years ago, I hit rock bottom—drinking to escape and struggling with my mental health. A final cry for help led me to a new way of life. Now, 12 years sober at 34, I host an award-winning podcast sharing powerful conversations with incredible people. We dive into the sober tools that heal and connect us—nature, hiking, sea swimming, and the outdoors. Real talk, real journeys. Connect: https://bit.ly/3w66W3Q