https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/get-involved-podcast--5261771enHealth & FitnessCopyright Wes & Michaelhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1e9a34a6a6f01056a777040896f1dded.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/get-involved-podcast--5261771Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:46:37 +0000Michael GibsonMichael Gibsonmgibson.irl@gmail.comListen to the very first episode of the Get Involved Podcast with Wes and Michael. We introduce ourselves and give you a little taster of what you can expect in the future.falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s3-e12-technology--71459342https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71459342Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:43:40 +0000Michael GibsonIt has been a few weeks in the waiting but we finally got the time to sit down and talk about technology. It has shaped the world around us for a long time now but what would we do without it? Put the kettle on, have a brew, sit down and Get Involved...2493false312fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s3e11-no-planning-at-all--70977331https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70977331Sun, 29 Mar 2026 16:34:28 +0000Michael GibsonThere was no planning at all we just chose to jump right in and Get Involved!2857false311fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s3-e10-online-dating--70647588https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70647588Sun, 15 Mar 2026 16:57:29 +0000Michael GibsonIt's all about online dating - are you getting involved? If you are then listen in!2652false310fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s3-e9-international-womens-day--70538471https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70538471Sun, 08 Mar 2026 16:57:43 +0000Michael GibsonWhat could have been a very knowledgeable podcast about International Womens Day ended up being a conversation about the latest round of 6 Nations Rugby games. It goes to prove that sometimes the best laid plans can go completely out the window when...2482false39fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s3-e8-resilience--70374932If only it was all as easy as that! But unfortunately, there's a little bit more organisation goes into each episode we record and upload. 
This week the chat in the shed at the bottom of the garden is all about Resilience. What does it mean and more importantly what does it mean to Wes and Michael. 
We pick this one apart and hopefully you would like to Get Involved and have a listen. 
 ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70374932Sun, 01 Mar 2026 15:57:20 +0000Michael GibsonRecord - Click - Send   If only it was all as easy as that! But unfortunately, there's a little bit more organisation goes into each episode we record and upload.  This week the chat in the shed at the bottom of the garden is all about Resilience....If only it was all as easy as that! But unfortunately, there's a little bit more organisation goes into each episode we record and upload. 
This week the chat in the shed at the bottom of the garden is all about Resilience. What does it mean and more importantly what does it mean to Wes and Michael. 
We pick this one apart and hopefully you would like to Get Involved and have a listen. 
 ]]>2684false38fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s3-e7-communication--70213275Michael has arrived with 5 prepared questions and is delighted that Wes is ready to Get Involved.
We discuss what communication really is and what makes a good communicator.
Hopefully what we talked about will make us better commnicators and therefore better at doing this podcasting thing!
We hope you enjoy S3 E7 - so sit back, relax and enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70213275Sun, 22 Feb 2026 16:42:19 +0000Michael GibsonThis week were all about communication and communicating! Michael has arrived with 5 prepared questions and is delighted that Wes is ready to Get Involved. We discuss what communication really is and what makes a good communicator. Hopefully what we...Michael has arrived with 5 prepared questions and is delighted that Wes is ready to Get Involved.
We discuss what communication really is and what makes a good communicator.
Hopefully what we talked about will make us better commnicators and therefore better at doing this podcasting thing!
We hope you enjoy S3 E7 - so sit back, relax and enjoy!]]>2889false37fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s3e6-filter-out-the-noise--70068965https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70068965Sun, 15 Feb 2026 16:20:06 +0000Michael GibsonThings have been flying along so quickly taht we both lost count of the episode we were on. It was indeed Episode 6 and we talked a lot about the recent rugby match of Ireland V Italy. The importance of that nunber 10 shirt and whether Prendergast is...2681false36fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s3-e5-male-menopause-discuss--69864111https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69864111Sat, 07 Feb 2026 18:02:13 +0000Michael GibsonIn this episode we choose to Get Involved with the topic of The Male Menopause! A few weeks ago we decided on the topic but after a little bit of research we discovered that it doesn’t really exist - it’s more appropriate to refer to it as the...2399false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/se-e4-having-the-chat-with-amy-spratt--69742252Amy was more than delighted to Get Involved with talking to us about her life story to this point.
She also left us with some thoughts on how others could also Get Involved in spreading awareness and generating much needed funds for the charities she works with.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69742252Mon, 02 Feb 2026 16:08:26 +0000Michael GibsonThis episode we were honoured to have a real life person sitting on the couch and having a chat with us. Amy Spratt AKA Sprattzer came in to talk to us about her experinces with childhood cancer, the treatments she underwent and what she does these...Amy was more than delighted to Get Involved with talking to us about her life story to this point.
She also left us with some thoughts on how others could also Get Involved in spreading awareness and generating much needed funds for the charities she works with.]]>2875falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s3e3-we-did-our-homework--69581511We are settling into the new format very weel - at least that's what we are thinking. Our homework was done and we also discussed the sobering thought that the biggest killer of men under the age of 50 is suicide.
The Get Involved Podcast is always on the lookout for guests and very soon we will be having some great people on to have a chat with us and Get Involved. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69581511Sun, 25 Jan 2026 16:01:49 +0000Michael GibsonJust like riding a bicycle, recording feels like we never took a break at all. We are settling into the new format very weel - at least that's what we are thinking. Our homework was done and we also discussed the sobering thought that the biggest...We are settling into the new format very weel - at least that's what we are thinking. Our homework was done and we also discussed the sobering thought that the biggest killer of men under the age of 50 is suicide.
The Get Involved Podcast is always on the lookout for guests and very soon we will be having some great people on to have a chat with us and Get Involved. ]]>2108false33fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s3e2-the-new-format--69489408All in all we hope that this will make for a better listening experience.
We're still on the hunt for a sponsor but we also think we may have found the best one! Stay tuned to see does this sponsor want to get involved!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69489408Sat, 17 Jan 2026 19:19:04 +0000Michael GibsonWe've taken the listeners feedback on board and as a result we have a number of changes to make. Michael is going to talk less, Wes is going to talk more and we will bring a little more structure. All in all we hope that this will make for a better...All in all we hope that this will make for a better listening experience.
We're still on the hunt for a sponsor but we also think we may have found the best one! Stay tuned to see does this sponsor want to get involved!]]>2004banter,chat,getinvolved,reallifefalse32fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s3e1-take-2-the-band-is-back-together--69381460
Over 18 months has passed since we last recroded, life just got in the way. This episode we catch up with each other and set the groundrules for the podcast going forward. We talk about the why and how and a little of banter in between.

Sit back, relax and enjoy the chat.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69381460Sat, 10 Jan 2026 13:32:17 +0000Michael GibsonThe boys are back in town... well back in the shed at the bottom of the garden. Either way, they are both here and ready to "Get Involved". Over 18 months has passed since we last recroded, life just got in the way. This episode we catch up with each...
Over 18 months has passed since we last recroded, life just got in the way. This episode we catch up with each other and set the groundrules for the podcast going forward. We talk about the why and how and a little of banter in between.

Sit back, relax and enjoy the chat.]]>1898false31fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e10-world-obesity-day-chat-with-fiona-wyse--53097022It certainly was a great chat and I we learned a lot.
We hope that you enjoy listening.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53097022Sat, 04 Mar 2023 21:55:10 +0000Michael GibsonTo mark World Obesity Day, Saturday 4th March 2023 we chatted with Fiona Wyse about her weightloss journey. The things that she has tried and her latest experience with Ozempic. It certainly was a great chat and I we learned a lot. We hope that you...It certainly was a great chat and I we learned a lot.
We hope that you enjoy listening.]]>4031false210fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e9-chat-with-conscience-about-therapy--52817249What started out as a planned chat about onbe particular topic soon moved on to something a little deeper. It wasn't planned but when are we ever going to stick to the map - sometimes the bets conversations are had when you head off road a little bit.
There is a warning though - some of the chat towards the middle and end is very serious and might cause upset to some listeners. You won't know unless yiu give it a try.
Aisling always has brought out the best in me and she certainly knows the right questions to be asking!
Enjoy the latest episode of the Get Involved Podcast!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52817249Wed, 22 Feb 2023 21:17:07 +0000Michael GibsonThis week I sat down agin with conscience and we chatted about going to Therapy. What started out as a planned chat about onbe particular topic soon moved on to something a little deeper. It wasn't planned but when are we ever going to stick to the...What started out as a planned chat about onbe particular topic soon moved on to something a little deeper. It wasn't planned but when are we ever going to stick to the map - sometimes the bets conversations are had when you head off road a little bit.
There is a warning though - some of the chat towards the middle and end is very serious and might cause upset to some listeners. You won't know unless yiu give it a try.
Aisling always has brought out the best in me and she certainly knows the right questions to be asking!
Enjoy the latest episode of the Get Involved Podcast!]]>3194falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e8-we-chat-with-marcus-cowzer--52746543Well listen to this episode to find out exactly what that is according to our next guest Marcus Cowzer.
From football at an early age to now very close to becoming a fully qualified psycotherapist Marcus Cowzer was a pleasure to have in the shed.
We had a very frank conversation about feelings and communication. We spoke about going to therapy and what it can help you achieve.
Put the kettle on make a brew, sit back, relax and enjoy this latest episode of the Get Involved Podcast!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52746543Wed, 15 Feb 2023 21:00:53 +0000Michael GibsonWhat has Therapy and Google Maps got in common. Well listen to this episode to find out exactly what that is according to our next guest Marcus Cowzer. From football at an early age to now very close to becoming a fully qualified psycotherapist Marcus...Well listen to this episode to find out exactly what that is according to our next guest Marcus Cowzer.
From football at an early age to now very close to becoming a fully qualified psycotherapist Marcus Cowzer was a pleasure to have in the shed.
We had a very frank conversation about feelings and communication. We spoke about going to therapy and what it can help you achieve.
Put the kettle on make a brew, sit back, relax and enjoy this latest episode of the Get Involved Podcast!]]>3594false28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e7-wes-michael-chat--52716089Things get a bit controversial when we deep dive into the lads recent experience with confirmations.
Wes gets the usual digs in and does his best to wind Michael up.
The one thing that we worked out that that Pope Pious Wes II does not like to commit!
Wonders will never cease to amaze.
So sit back and enjoy our latest episode!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52716089Mon, 13 Feb 2023 13:52:18 +0000Michael GibsonGuess who's back for Season 2 Episode 7 - its the newly annointed Pope Pious Wes II Things get a bit controversial when we deep dive into the lads recent experience with confirmations. Wes gets the usual digs in and does his best to wind Michael up....Things get a bit controversial when we deep dive into the lads recent experience with confirmations.
Wes gets the usual digs in and does his best to wind Michael up.
The one thing that we worked out that that Pope Pious Wes II does not like to commit!
Wonders will never cease to amaze.
So sit back and enjoy our latest episode!]]>1879false27fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e6-we-chat-with-conscience-corner--52685286I really wanted to talk about the Mens Hike on Saturday just gone and not let the event go unmarked.
We nearly forgot to give a shoutout to our new friend Sean Dutton who we met at the shelters in Portmarnock who is celebrating a huge milestone in his life.
Hopefully balance will be restored to the force and we will get Wes back into the hot next week.
I doubt that there are too many people out there who will want to hear a husband and wife shooting the breeze no matter how serious the topic.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52685286Thu, 09 Feb 2023 19:59:06 +0000Michael GibsonUnfortunately Wes couldn't be with us due to work commitments however I was able to convince Conscience Corner (Aisling) to fill in at short notice. I really wanted to talk about the Mens Hike on Saturday just gone and not let the event go unmarked....I really wanted to talk about the Mens Hike on Saturday just gone and not let the event go unmarked.
We nearly forgot to give a shoutout to our new friend Sean Dutton who we met at the shelters in Portmarnock who is celebrating a huge milestone in his life.
Hopefully balance will be restored to the force and we will get Wes back into the hot next week.
I doubt that there are too many people out there who will want to hear a husband and wife shooting the breeze no matter how serious the topic.]]>2690false26fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e5-we-chatted-mindfulness-with-una-curran--52608978Our guest was Una Curran a wellness and minfulness coach from our very own village of Ratoath.
There was little or no messing on this episode as we diascussed how Una got into doing what she does.
The conversation flowed and we for sure learned an awful lot.
Have a listen and see does something resonate with you?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52608978Wed, 01 Feb 2023 21:13:43 +0000Michael GibsonWe went all grown up with this episode! Our guest was Una Curran a wellness and minfulness coach from our very own village of Ratoath. There was little or no messing on this episode as we diascussed how Una got into doing what she does. The...Our guest was Una Curran a wellness and minfulness coach from our very own village of Ratoath.
There was little or no messing on this episode as we diascussed how Una got into doing what she does.
The conversation flowed and we for sure learned an awful lot.
Have a listen and see does something resonate with you?]]>3402false25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e4-we-chat-with-keith-dixon--52544345https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52544345Wed, 25 Jan 2023 20:34:10 +0000Michael GibsonThis week we had the pleasure of talking to Keith Dixon of Keith Dixon Fitness in Clondalkin. We have been on the lookout for a fitness expert to come in and have a chat to us. And Keith answered the call and came on in. Have a listen for yourself and...4017false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e3-wes-michael-chat-about-love-island-social-media--52491939We discuss plans for the future and guests that will be coming in to talk to us in the coming weeks.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52491939Fri, 20 Jan 2023 09:42:27 +0000Michael GibsonThis week the chat is about Love Island being back on the telly and we talk about their own language that they seem to have invented. Social Media is high on the agenda again as Wes is takling a break from all the popular platforms for the foreseeable...We discuss plans for the future and guests that will be coming in to talk to us in the coming weeks.]]>2476false23fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e2-we-chat-about-all-things-vw-with-darren-o-brien--52421135We had wanted to talk to Darren a while back but the stars never alligned for us that time.
So this was our second bite at the cherry and boy didn't we learn a lot.
I'll not give any of the facts away here - you have to listen for yourself to hear that.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52421135Thu, 12 Jan 2023 11:46:58 +0000Michael GibsonIn Season 2 Episode 2 we got to talk to a true VW Enthusiast - Darren O'Brien. We had wanted to talk to Darren a while back but the stars never alligned for us that time. So this was our second bite at the cherry and boy didn't we learn a lot. I'll...We had wanted to talk to Darren a while back but the stars never alligned for us that time.
So this was our second bite at the cherry and boy didn't we learn a lot.
I'll not give any of the facts away here - you have to listen for yourself to hear that.]]>3375false22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e1-welcome-to-season-2--52360756I'm going to leave it for you to listen to and make up your own mind.
All I know is we enjoyed it and were knackered afterwards!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52360756Thu, 05 Jan 2023 14:14:40 +0000Michael GibsonWell the first one of 2023 was a spirited one for sure. I'm going to leave it for you to listen to and make up your own mind. All I know is we enjoyed it and were knackered afterwards!I'm going to leave it for you to listen to and make up your own mind.
All I know is we enjoyed it and were knackered afterwards!]]>3053false21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1e52-last-of-season-1--52307079https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52307079Thu, 29 Dec 2022 16:49:12 +0000Michael GibsonGet Involved with Wes & Michael. Two former school classmates that have reconnected in later life and found that they quite a lot in common. What resulted is the podcast you are about to hear. The last episode of Season 1 - welcome to The Get...2680false152fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-51--52138467https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52138467Fri, 09 Dec 2022 12:23:04 +0000Michael GibsonIt goes a little all over the place this episode! We don't finish off anywhere we intended when we started out. Conscience corner was in attendance and we gave it a go to video the episode to put it up on YouTube - I can safely say that I (Michael)...2609false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-50--52055234https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52055234Wed, 30 Nov 2022 13:20:57 +0000Michael GibsonEpisode 50 introduces us to Conscience Corner and Aisling! Now we have someone who will pop in from time to time to make sure we are not breaking any of the rules or upsetting anyone along the way. As the silly season is fast approaching we got to...3184false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1e49-our-one-year-anniversary-episode--51930399https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51930399Thu, 17 Nov 2022 18:00:04 +0000Michael GibsonWell it's nearly our one year anniversary and Wes and Micheal are in giddy form. We take the time to think back over the last year and what we have achieved. Our funniest moment and our favourite moments. A lot had been discussed and lot has been...3135false149fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1e48-we-chat-about-alcoholism-with-emmet-o-hanlon--51843563https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51843563Wed, 09 Nov 2022 19:51:02 +0000Michael GibsonThis evening we had a guest come in to talk to us about alcohol addiction and the disruption that it can cause to a persons life. Emmet talks to us very candidly and openly about his own struggles with alcohol and how he went into a rehab program and...3242false148fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-47--51774263https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51774263Thu, 03 Nov 2022 12:20:12 +0000Michael GibsonWe had a guest planned for this week but unfortunately life can get in the way and we had to postpone. Darren has been rebooked and will join us very soon.2408falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1e46-wes-michael-catch-up-on-whats-been-happening--51696676https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51696676Wed, 26 Oct 2022 17:41:58 +0000Michael GibsonIt's just two regular, everyday guys sitting in a shed at the bottom of the garden. Life has meant that we haven't had a chance to talk over the last few weeks. So we have a lot to catch up on. Log on, sit back and have a listen. We hope that you...2620false146fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-45--51540079We get to talk about the recent Wim Hof Workshop that Michael and Aisling went along to. We also talk a little about see swimming and cold showers!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51540079Tue, 11 Oct 2022 18:28:18 +0000Michael GibsonEpisode 45 already and its a special day for one Kate Killoran who today turns the big 18! We get to talk about the recent Wim Hof Workshop that Michael and Aisling went along to. We also talk a little about see swimming and cold showers!We get to talk about the recent Wim Hof Workshop that Michael and Aisling went along to. We also talk a little about see swimming and cold showers!]]>2262falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-44--51418836https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51418836Thu, 29 Sep 2022 16:34:29 +0000Michael GibsonThis episode we discuss the reasons why we play sports. Do we do it for a reason or do we just fall into them. Some people play to win and some just play sports to be part of a team. Have a listen and let us know what you think? Also the first person...2151falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-43--51375033https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51375033Sun, 25 Sep 2022 11:43:11 +0000Michael GibsonIts already 10 months in and we are on Episode 43. In this episode we randomly touch on the subject of Swinging an the random fact of Mullagh being a hotbed of action. Sam Carroll gets a shout out and we talk about the upcoming Ice Bath experience...2720falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-42--51116606Either way sit back and enjoy and let us know what you think??]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51116606Fri, 02 Sep 2022 13:15:20 +0000Michael GibsonWhat started out as a very light hearted episode very quickly got serious! Today we spoke in a very candid way about Michael's struggles with his mental health. Wes wondered was though love the answer to the issue - but an open discussion hopefully...Either way sit back and enjoy and let us know what you think??]]>2744falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-41--51050122https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51050122Sat, 27 Aug 2022 19:15:43 +0000Michael GibsonStill in the holiday mode we spend the time catching up on what we both have been getting up to. Shout out goes to Will Cheevers who even managed to phone in to say Hi during the recording. Also a massive shout out to our biggest fan Nick to whom we...2794falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-40--50931428https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50931428Tue, 16 Aug 2022 16:47:19 +0000Michael GibsonJust back off his summer holidays Michael catches up with Wes. We talk about the books we have and haven't read and what we have gotten up to over the last few weeks. Have a listen and let us know what you think?2979falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-39--50719544https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50719544Tue, 26 Jul 2022 20:08:16 +0000Michael GibsonA nice warm day in the cabin at the end of the garden it was. Although we probably didn't have too much to talk about before we hit record the conversation flowed. We chatted about the book that Wes has started to read and compared notes on the...2637falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-38--50658685https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50658685Wed, 20 Jul 2022 15:57:01 +0000Michael GibsonSince its the summer season we are still just having the general chats between us. This episode is a bit like just being a fly on the wall of one of our coffee chats. We have a few different topics that we cover, including the rugby results, what to...2362falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-37--50573140https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50573140Thu, 14 Jul 2022 16:02:49 +0000Michael GibsonThis episode we have a chat about communication and what it means to us. Wes gives his verdict on the Ireland victory over the All Blacks and his prediction for the final game of the test. #getinvolved and let us know what you think?2588falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1e36-michael-talks-openly-about-his-mental-health--50407924https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50407924Wed, 29 Jun 2022 18:34:28 +0000Michael GibsonThis Episode focuses on the main reason why we have been a little bit slow to record and upload more content recently. Michael explains to Wes where he has been going for last 6 weeks and tries to put a bit of perspective on his struggles with Mental...3454false136fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-35--50173750https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50173750Sun, 12 Jun 2022 15:42:26 +0000Michael GibsonWe take a moment to have a think back over the last few episodes and what they have taught us. There's a little discussion around the feedback that we got from some listeners recently and the endless chat around who actually is the funniest out of the...2204falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1e34-we-chat-to-karen-from-soak-bath-salts--49989095https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49989095Sun, 29 May 2022 19:12:17 +0000Michael GibsonOur very first Road Trip with the Podcast. We headed to Easky in Sligo for our chat with Karen from Soak Batch Salts. Karen relocated from Dublin to Sligo primarily for her son but has found the pace fo life over there also perfect for her blooming...2878falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-33--49927637https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49927637Tue, 24 May 2022 19:14:30 +0000Michael GibsonThe episodes guest is Ronan Halpenny. Ronan works in the area of disability services and had reached out to us to come in and have a chat about disabilities and Neuro Diversity. We really did learn a lot from the conversation and we would for sure...2937falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1e32-darkness-into-light-for-pieta-house-live-episode--49760767https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49760767Wed, 11 May 2022 17:22:27 +0000Michael GibsonThis is our LIVE Episode for Pieta House, Darkness into Light. We setup our little podcasting rig outside As You Like It Cafe in the middle of Ratoath Village and we did our best to speak to as many of the participants as we could as they returned...4132false132fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1e31-we-chat-to-chris-about-his-cancer-battle-and-victory-over-the-disease--49615131https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49615131Sun, 01 May 2022 15:40:59 +0000Michael GibsonWe were delighted to welcome an old school mate to have a serious conversation about his struggle with cancer. It was certainly an interesting conversation and his outlook was certainly positive. Please do take a listen.4859false131fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involed-with-wes-michael-episode-30--49573571We talk about a little bit of everything in Episode 30. We touch on sport, training for sport and our little take on sports psychology. I don't know if any team will be beating our door down to get us on their coaching staff :-)]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49573571Wed, 27 Apr 2022 19:34:25 +0000Michael GibsonAs Wes so rightly stated at the start of this Episode - we are in he double digits now!!! He'll eventually catch up with the rest of us. We talk about a little bit of everything in Episode 30. We touch on sport, training for sport and our little take...We talk about a little bit of everything in Episode 30. We touch on sport, training for sport and our little take on sports psychology. I don't know if any team will be beating our door down to get us on their coaching staff :-)]]>1952falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-29--49507873https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49507873Thu, 21 Apr 2022 18:29:55 +0000Michael GibsonWe get to discuss the finer points of body image. Whether it's the way we look or how the way we looks makes us feel. Michael shares his feelings about one of the things he dislikes about his appearance. We both agree that we mentally feel a lot...2195falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-28--49445608https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49445608Fri, 15 Apr 2022 15:36:13 +0000Michael GibsonIts a Good Friday and we got the pleasure of having Aisling on the podcast with us. We talk about Mass and Spirituality. We also touch on death and funerals. Have a listen and we hope that you enjoy the off the cuff conversation.2803falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-27--49413023https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49413023Tue, 12 Apr 2022 16:38:55 +0000Michael GibsonIts been a long time since we got to speak to you all. But I think you'll agree that we fairly got everything back on track with this latest episode. If it's about communication then this is the episode for you!2652falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-26--49122153https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49122153Sun, 20 Mar 2022 12:30:04 +0000Michael GibsonThis episode we took the opportunity to think back over the past 25 episodes and talk about what we have learned. It was an enjoyable episode from our side as we have really learned a lot about different things. We hope that you enjoy it too?2641falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-podcast-s1e25-we-chat-with-se-o-hanlon--49093372https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49093372Thu, 17 Mar 2022 12:26:35 +0000Michael GibsonWe recorded this episode while on our trip to the mountains. We took the families to Laragh and Glendalough for a few days away from the hustle and bustle of everyday city life. Little or no internet access and plenty of time to be outside in the...2955false125fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1e24-we-chat-nutrition-with-humblegut-terrie-pugh--48995847Terrie Pugh joined us to talk about all things gut and its relationship with the mind and anxiety and mental health.
Todays episode was a little longer than usual but we certainly crammed in as much as we could into the whole conversation.
We will definitely have Terrie back in to talk to us a little bit more.
Please do take a listen and tell us what you thought?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48995847Tue, 08 Mar 2022 18:17:54 +0000Michael GibsonWe had another guest in the cabin again today. Terrie Pugh joined us to talk about all things gut and its relationship with the mind and anxiety and mental health. Todays episode was a little longer than usual but we certainly crammed in as much as...Terrie Pugh joined us to talk about all things gut and its relationship with the mind and anxiety and mental health.
Todays episode was a little longer than usual but we certainly crammed in as much as we could into the whole conversation.
We will definitely have Terrie back in to talk to us a little bit more.
Please do take a listen and tell us what you thought?]]>3294false124fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-23--48962160https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48962160Sat, 05 Mar 2022 17:42:57 +0000Michael GibsonA bit of an off the cuff episode today. We were just shooting the breeze in the kitchen and the whim took us to head out the cabin and knock one out. In this episode we talked about the conflict in Ukraine and particularly how it's being reported in...2946falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-micheal-episode-22--48916002https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48916002Tue, 01 Mar 2022 22:16:41 +0000Michael GibsonWe had another guest in the cabin on this episode. Dave AKA Mexy came in and we talked about all things music. Naturally enough we drifted off topic a bit and had a good bit of craic. Wesley took some notes and has a few artists to research as...2973falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-21--48836131https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48836131Tue, 22 Feb 2022 22:24:31 +0000Michael GibsonThis episode we continue to explore the random topics that you sent our way! We also decide that we might soon need a sponsor - is that you? Wes puts Michael in his place by claiming the Funniest title and branding Michael a curtain twitcher. Mammy...2824falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-20--48759943https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48759943Wed, 16 Feb 2022 18:20:13 +0000Michael GibsonWe were delighted to get so many responses to our call to action on topics. In this episode we do our best to get through as many suggestions as possible.2558falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-19--48630842https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48630842Mon, 07 Feb 2022 18:50:34 +0000Michael GibsonThe Tinder Swindler is number one in the Netflix's chart and worth a watch. Wes & Michael have wanted it and are now ready to Get Involved and give you our verdict. We delve deeper into the myths of Social Media and what turns us off it. Is it social...2846falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-18--48509758Michael threw out the bait and he took it hook, line and sinker.
Listen as we talk about the good and the bad of social media.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48509758Sun, 30 Jan 2022 16:25:52 +0000Michael GibsonWe finally got to talk about Wes's favourite subject - SOCIAL MEDIA. Michael threw out the bait and he took it hook, line and sinker. Listen as we talk about the good and the bad of social media.Michael threw out the bait and he took it hook, line and sinker.
Listen as we talk about the good and the bad of social media.]]>2204falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-17--48470114https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48470114Thu, 27 Jan 2022 17:34:44 +0000Michael GibsonWe were back on our own again for this episode. We had some chat about the written word and Wes has promised to write Michael a letter to test out his writing skills. Aisling made a very quick visit to the log cabin but legged it before she got a...2530falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-16--48393930https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48393930Fri, 21 Jan 2022 19:26:20 +0000Michael GibsonThis episode we have the great pleasure of talking to our two daughters. Niamh & Kate or Kate & Niamh chose to join us and Get Involved. We talk about all things Friend Groups and about our experiences in school. We definately will have these two back...2597falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-15--48366803https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48366803Wed, 19 Jan 2022 19:23:48 +0000Michael GibsonThis episode we talk about personal values and what makes a person tick. I tell Wes about my reading of the Squiggly Career. Its a book worth reading if you have the time or the inclination.1825falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-14--48323506https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48323506Sun, 16 Jan 2022 18:25:35 +0000Michael GibsonIn this episode we have our first guest Anna Kavanagh! Anna came to talk to us about the group that was setup in the Ratoath Community Centre. We slightly went over time on this episode but we touched on the recent death of Ashling Murphy in Tullamore...2834falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-13-remixed--48294271https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48294271Fri, 14 Jan 2022 14:06:17 +0000Michael GibsonIn this episode we have a great chat because we haven't seen each other for a few weeks due to the aul Covid. We have some more shout outs and have some talk about keeping up with the Jones's and the effects that this can have on our overall wellbeing.2234falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-thirteen--48267526https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48267526Wed, 12 Jan 2022 17:15:58 +0000Michael GibsonIn this episode we have a great chat because we haven't seen each other for a few weeks due to the aul Covid. We have some more shout outs and have some talk about keeping up with the Jones's and the effects that this can have on our overall wellbeing.2234falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-twelve--48086317https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48086317Tue, 28 Dec 2021 16:02:46 +0000Michael GibsonSo you want to learn how to play the guitar? What would you do if you won the lottery?2234falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-eleven--48085738https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48085738Tue, 28 Dec 2021 15:12:40 +0000Michael GibsonHow was your Christmas? We talk about consistency and New Year New You syndrome.2132falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-ten--48026749https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48026749Wed, 22 Dec 2021 17:56:20 +0000Michael GibsonThings start out easy but get very serious in this eipsode - we talk about bulling in school and the workplace.2331falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-nine--47986985https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47986985Sun, 19 Dec 2021 18:48:09 +0000Michael GibsonEpisode 9 is one of longest podcasts yet - sometimes the chat does just flow. In this episode we talk about Music and of all things Toilet Paper.2126falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-eight--47986617https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47986617Sun, 19 Dec 2021 17:54:45 +0000Michael GibsonWe look to get a bit more structure to the podcast - there are the usual Shout Outs but we also have the 3 random topics to discuss and normally they can take us anywhere at all.2014falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-seven--47921503https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47921503Tue, 14 Dec 2021 19:13:17 +0000Michael GibsonWho would you have at the dinner table? Roy Keane and Eric Cantona make the list.....2169falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-six--47921469https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47921469Tue, 14 Dec 2021 19:10:57 +0000Michael GibsonWe start off with a few shout outs and then get onto some more serious topics like our wedding song....1998falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-five--47724668We talked about the fact that some of our content might not exactly be suitable for younger years - so listener discretion is advised.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47724668Tue, 30 Nov 2021 19:11:45 +0000Michael GibsonWe threw a few random topics out for conversation - funniest moments and favourite films etc. We talked about the fact that some of our content might not exactly be suitable for younger years - so listener discretion is advised.We talked about the fact that some of our content might not exactly be suitable for younger years - so listener discretion is advised.]]>1490falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-four--47724272https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47724272Tue, 30 Nov 2021 18:40:44 +0000Michael GibsonThis episode we talk about how this episode nearly didn't happen at all. I mention Maurice and how he made me laugh.1305falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-three--47657157https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47657157Thu, 25 Nov 2021 20:10:03 +0000Michael GibsonIn this Episode we talk about the demise of my little Mini and how we are or aren't car people. Obviously we are not able to keep on track so things go a little bit off the beaten track.1126falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-involved-with-wes-michael-episode-two--47656724https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47656724Thu, 25 Nov 2021 19:29:02 +0000Michael GibsonToday we talk about what we wanted to be when we grew up and what actually happened to those dreams and aspirations.1231falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1e1-wes-michael-episode-one-we-have-lift-off--47587195https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47587195Sun, 21 Nov 2021 18:14:12 +0000Michael Gibson821false11full