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Journey into the depths of the human mind and soul with Dr. Darragh Stewart, a mentor, transformational facilitator, and expert in psychedelic exploration and personal transformation. Inner Insights delves into topics that inspire growth, challenge perspectives, and ignite curiosity. Each episode features thought-provoking conversations with pioneers in health and wellness, science, spirituality, and creativity, as well as personal insights into their work and transformational journeys. Whether you're seeking practical tools for empowerment, stories of transformation, or guidance on connectin

  1. Season 3 - #22: Dr. Brian Pennie - Addiction, Shame, Recovery, healing trauma & the Path Back to Presence & peace

    JAN 28

    Season 3 - #22: Dr. Brian Pennie - Addiction, Shame, Recovery, healing trauma & the Path Back to Presence & peace

    Welcome to season 3. It was a real honour to open the season with the inspirational Brian Pennie. Brian spent 15 years addicted to heroin before completely turning his life around and going on to complete a PhD in neuroscience. His story is extraordinary, and a powerful testament to resilience, recovery, and the depth of the human spirit.We talk about anxiety, shame, addiction, masculinity, spirituality, the quieting of the inner voice and what success actually means when you strip it all back.This is a conversation about unlearning, about presence, about sitting with discomfort instead of running from it,.If you care about mental health, men’s work, recovery, or simply living with more peace and honesty, this one is for you.This was one of my favourite conversations to date, and I have no doubt you will take a huge amount from listening to it.About Brian:Dr Brian Pennie is neuroscientist and resilience specialist, and also works as an advisor and business coach to some of Ireland’s leading CEOs. Through a combination of his own inspiring story alongside the application of proven tools and techniques, he is determined to identify and unleash the hidden potential in others. From corporate programmes and keynote speaking to one-on-one coaching, Brian offers a range of services to companies and organisations of all sizes. His story will draw you in and inspire you.https://brianpennie.com/Instagram: @brianpennie78If you enjoyed it make sure to subscribe to the channel and sign up to my mailing list here: https://innerwork.kit.com/7a6518f2f6.

    1h 16m

  2. 12/17/2025

    #21: Conor Creighton - On Being Irish, Beyond The Stereotypes, Shame and Sensitivity, Healing Irishness and Creativity and Reclaiming The Body

    It was a great privlage to chat to Conor on this weeks episode of the podcast. If you enjoyed it make sure to subscribe to the channel and sign up to my mailing list here: https://innerwork.kit.com/7a6518f2f6. We explore what it really means to be Irish beneath the stereotypes, the humour, the drinking culture and the surface level identity many of us were handed. We speak about collective and ancestral trauma, shame, sensitivity, disconnection from the body, addiction, creativity, anger, love and what happens when we begin to remember who we are beyond conditioning.Conor comes from a small village in the Irish countryside. He grew up in a home with little money and a lot of alcoholism. He spent much of his early life in survival mode, before realising that it wasn't enough to just survive life, he wanted to understand it, master it and enjoy it. This is what he teaches. Conor has a deep knowledge of meditation, psychedelics, human behaviour and the energetic laws of the universe. He also knows a lot about life - for almost twenty years he worked as a barman in Ireland, New York and Berlin, and as a journalist with the Guardian and Vice. Conor is particularly good at helping people work with ancestral junk, codependency, limits, blocks, tricky relationships, addiction, manifestation, tapping into your own magic and of course anything to do with Irishness. Conor lives in the Balearic Islands where he has a small farm with fruit trees and wild cats. https://conorcreighton.com/

    1h 2m
  3. #20 - John Lockley - Sangoma - Healer and shaman, INDIGENOUS WISDOM FOR THE MODERN WORLD, ancestors, dreaming and connection to spirit

    10/19/2025

    #20 - John Lockley - Sangoma - Healer and shaman, INDIGENOUS WISDOM FOR THE MODERN WORLD, ancestors, dreaming and connection to spirit

    This was a truly wonderful conversation and episode with John Lockley John is a fully initiated and ordained Sangoma (African Shaman) in two lineages from South Africa, the Xhosa and Swazi nations. He is the author of the book 'Leopard Warrior', and audio teachings 'The Way of the Leopard', both published by Sounds True. His Xhosa apprenticeship took 10 years and he was foreseen in a dream by his teacher, MaMngwevu, a senior Xhosa sangoma from the same tribe as Nelson Mandela, who invited him to be her apprentice. According to John’s Xhosa elders he was one of the first white men in recent times in the Xhosa nation after Apartheid, to be awarded the title of 'Ligqira Linkulu' , meaning senior sangoma. His Xhosa name given by his teacher is 'Ucingolweendaba', meaning 'the messenger or bridge between cultures'. He has pioneered the bridge between modern western Psychology and traditional South African healing. For the last 17 years he has been facilitating 'Ubuntu' (Humanity) and Way of the Leopard retreats worldwide, teaching people how they can reconnect to their Ancestors, Spirit and the Earth. A passion of John's is teaching people indigenous African medicine to help them reconnect to the earth. He facilitates this through his 'Dreams & Tracking' retreats in the Kalahari Desert every year. John holds an honours degree in Clinical Psychology. He is also a Zen meditation practitioner with over 30 years of experience. He took Buddhist precepts with Zen Master Su Bong from South Korea in 1992. John offers private divination and healing sessions online, as well as group oriented monthly ceremonies. A core part of John’s work is helping people with spiritual poverty. He speaks about the importance of people connecting to their immortality, or soul. He facilitates these teachings through meditation and indigenous practices that encompass animal and plant worlds as well as ancestor and dream work. He now splits his time between South Africa, Botswana (Kalahari Desert) and Canada. In April 2025 John was made an elder sangoma medicine man by his Xhosa teachers in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. This was a celebration of over 29 years of being a sangoma and running healing retreats worldwide. John will be in Ireland in December hosting a talk and work shop get in touch with me darragh@innerwork.ie to join. https://www.johnlockley.com/

    1h 21m
  4. #19: - Mari Kennedy - The Celtic wheel, Sacred Feminine, Cycles, Sovereignty, and Ancient Celtic Wisdom for Modern Times

    10/06/2025

    #19: - Mari Kennedy - The Celtic wheel, Sacred Feminine, Cycles, Sovereignty, and Ancient Celtic Wisdom for Modern Times

    In this episode of Inner Insights, Darragh Stewart sits down with Celtic wisdom keeper Mari Kennedy for a deep and soulful exploration of feminine remembrance, the Celtic Wheel of the Year, and what it means to live in right relationship with the masculine and feminine in our modern world.Mari shares her powerful journey from the “good girl” and high-performing woman of modern Ireland to a sovereign teacher of cyclical living, rooted in the rhythms of nature and the ancient wisdom of the land. Together, they explore how the Celtic Wheel offers a map for personal transformation, conscious leadership, and collective healing, and how embracing darkness, rest, and the cycles of nature can help us rebalance in these times of global change.This is a conversation about remembrance, embodiment, and returning home — to the Earth, to the body, and to the deep feminine within us all.Linkshttps://www.marikennedy.com/https://www.instagram.com/marikennedywisdom/

    1h 20m
  5. #18: Tomaí Ó Conghaile - Rembering who we are - The Irish Language Revival, Irish Identity, Celtic spirituality and Shamanism, Ancestral Healing, and The Soul of Irish Culture

    09/10/2025

    #18: Tomaí Ó Conghaile - Rembering who we are - The Irish Language Revival, Irish Identity, Celtic spirituality and Shamanism, Ancestral Healing, and The Soul of Irish Culture

    This week I had the absolute honour of sitting down with Tommy Ó Conghaile – Irish language writer, translator, cultural organiser and someone whose work feels especially important in Ireland right now. Together, we journeyed into the revival of the Irish language, the role of plant medicine, and the deep connection between culture, healing, and spirituality. Tommy grew up in South Armagh during the Troubles. For him, discovering Gaeilge wasn’t just about learning a language, it was about reconnecting to identity, ancestry, and belonging. Over the years he has explored how language itself can be a form of medicine – a way to heal intergenerational wounds and rekindle the light within us that colonial history tried to dim. We spoke about: ✨ How shame around our language and culture has disconnected us from our power✨ The revival of Irish and why it’s about so much more than words✨ Plant medicine, psychedelics, and ancestral healing✨ The spiritual essence carried in Irish words and sounds✨ What it means to take space, reclaim sovereignty, and reconnect to land and spirit This is a conversation about identity, soul, and remembering who we are. Whether you grew up speaking Gaeilge or only know cúpla focal, this episode will inspire you to reflect on the deeper roots of our culture, and the gifts that come with reconnecting to them. More about TomaíTomaí Ó Conghaile is an Irish language writer, translator and organiser from outside Newry in South Armagh. He is the founder of culture magazine NÓS, has presented on the BBC and TG4, campaigned for language rights in the North of Ireland and worked for the European Union in Brussels.For almost 10 years he has been exploring the therapeutic capacity of language revitalisation and how plant medicine and spiritual practices can assist in personal and collective healing. He is currently writing his first book, a travel and healing memoir, titled ‘Ar Thóir na Gréine’ (In Search of the Sun). nos.ie x.com/tomairua instagram.com/tomairua More aboutDarragh www.innerwork.ie www.inwardbound.nl Instagram @darraghstew

    1h 15m
  6. #17: Peter Kelly - Hermeticism, Symbols, Shadowwork, Initiation, Shamanism, and the Art of Gnosis

    08/14/2025

    #17: Peter Kelly - Hermeticism, Symbols, Shadowwork, Initiation, Shamanism, and the Art of Gnosis

    “What if your darkest moments were actually the doorway to your awakening?” In this deep and wide-ranging conversation, I sit down with hermetic practitioner, philosopher, and mystic Peter Kelly to explore the transformative power of suffering, the sacred initiations of life, and the global shift in consciousness we are living through. Peter shares his journey from addiction, prison, and despair to awakening through plant medicine, ancient wisdom, and the mystery schools. We dive into: The role of suffering as a catalyst for transformation Fatherhood as a powerful initiation into manhood What it means to live through a collective initiation Radical self-responsibility and the mirror of relationships Symbols as the language of consciousness and tools for personal growth This episode is a rich blend of Hermetic philosophy, shamanic insight, and grounded personal experience – offering both practical tools and profound perspectives for your own path of self-discovery. More on Peter Approaching the acceptance of realised Adept, and the embracement of a Western master, I combine all traditions of wisdom and its application through the one applied conscious embodiment of All that I am and do. Deeply versed in the Hermetic traditions rooted in All cultures, I operate in the combination of All in the One as a philosopher, Alchemist, Mystic, Magi, Theurgist and Occultist; devoutly versed in the language of symbolism and which I use to navigate higher planes of consciousness. Guided in bringing the sacred and ancient wisdom in their true, pure and Divine sense, as directed by the conscious hierarchy of The Great White Brotherhood, I navigate deeply my own journey of darkness on this infinite path. Sharing this unveiled wisdom in guidance to others, I have achieved realisation of my past initiations, and now share the seeding for Westerners as we prepare for the transition from the 4th to 5th root race of humanity. Author of two books, “The Phoenix Birth” and “The Saturated Breath”, both channelled in my true expression symbolically, these activate as a guide to the reader, unveiling deep realisations from the subconscious mind. I also teach the ancient and sacred ways of Hermeticism, Symbolism, Tarot, Kabbalah; the wisdom of the Mystery Schools, to seed for this evolutionary stage through my online ancient mystery school “The Temple Of Thoth/Horus” and in courses, ceremonies, retreats and sessions https://peterkelly.online/https://www.instagram.com/Subconsciously.Conscioushttps://www.facebook.com/share/1FtWZkzFMh/?mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://youtube.com/@subconsciouslyconscious?si=WjSno5-_4aUOpxcS

    1h 16m
  7. #16: Seán Smyth - The Inner Pilgrimage: Yoga, India Vipassana, ADHD, body image and Reclaiming Mental Health

    07/28/2025

    #16: Seán Smyth - The Inner Pilgrimage: Yoga, India Vipassana, ADHD, body image and Reclaiming Mental Health

    In this episode of the Inner Insights Podcast, I sit down with Seánie Smyth, yoga teacher, men's mentor, and mental health advocate, for a raw and real conversation about transformation. We dive into his personal journey from chaos to clarity, exploring how yoga, Vipassana meditation, and multiple pilgrimages to India helped him manage ADHD, overcome old patterns, and build a new relationship with his mind and body. We talk about: Making the leap from gym culture to a yogic lifestyle The power of Vipassana and stillness for a distracted mind Healing ADHD through embodied practice Building brotherhood and connection in a disconnected world Mental health, body image, and redefining masculinity The spiritual grit required to truly walk the path Seánie speaks from the heart with honesty, humour, and deep humility. Whether you're a yogi, seeker, or just trying to find your way, this one is for you. https://mindyourself365.com/Instagram: mindyourself365

    1h 20m
  8. #15 - Robbie Griffin - Becoming Whole: The Work Every Man Was Never Taught - Soul Initiation, Shadow & Shame Work, Modern Brotherhood & Soul-led Living

    07/06/2025

    #15 - Robbie Griffin - Becoming Whole: The Work Every Man Was Never Taught - Soul Initiation, Shadow & Shame Work, Modern Brotherhood & Soul-led Living

    “Soul initiation begins when we finally turn back towards the parts of ourselves we’ve abandoned.” This week on Inner Insights, I sit down with my brother Robbie Griffin.   A transformational guide and co-founder of Emergence Brotherhood, for one of the most honest and moving conversations we’ve had on the podcast to date. We explore what it really means to step into the unknown, to dismantle the masks we’ve learned to wear, and to return to our most authentic, vulnerable, and powerful selves.✨  Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode: Why shame keeps so many men disconnected from themselves and others. How to begin integrating your shadow and reclaiming lost parts of yourself. The difference between performative masculinity and embodied presence. Why rites of passage and community are essential for healing and growth. The importance of emotional expression, grief work, and inner child care. How masculine and feminine energies live within all of us, and how to integrate them. The true medicine of brotherhood, creativity, ritual, and soul-led living. This episode is not just for men. It’s for anyone feeling the weight of cultural conditioning, the ache for belonging, or the call to come home to their soul.🎧  Available now on Spotify, Apple, YouTube and all platforms📲  Link in bio to listen🌀 @emergencebrotherhood |  @darstewy https://www.instagram.com/robbiegriffinalchemy/ https://www.robbiegriffin.life/ https://www.emergencebrotherhood.com Tag someone who’s on this path or longing to take the leap.Robbie's full bio - Robbie has spent twelve years delving into the deep mysteries and wisdom of ancient traditions in both Western and Eastern philosophies and practices. He spent 18 months at Highden Mystery School, diving deeply into Esotericism and community living.  He is the founder of Emergence Brotherhood, the Alchemy Of Love Festival, The Temple of Conscious Connections, The Temple of Alchemy, Robbie Griffin Alchemy and faculty with ISTA (International School Temple Arts).  He also presents at numerous different schools and festivals worldwide.As a mentor and facilitator, Robbie empowers people to connect from the depths of their hearts and communicate transparently, authentically, and vulnerably. Allowing for radical self-acceptance, opening the doors to deep love, connections, and intimacy both within and with others. Robbie dedicates his life to opening deeper to love, shedding old conditioning, and allowing his soul to shine. He loves to share his insights and inspire others into a new way of being. He blends an eclectic mix of modalities and a wealth of life experience to offer a unique magic that ignites courageous transformations.  Robbie is drawn to working with the dark, density, shamanic subtleties, and the merging of these elements within. He is dedicated to landing the temples, experimenting with radically alternative lifestyles, and bringing together heart-centred communities where we can live in synergy and synarchy.

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Journey into the depths of the human mind and soul with Dr. Darragh Stewart, a mentor, transformational facilitator, and expert in psychedelic exploration and personal transformation. Inner Insights delves into topics that inspire growth, challenge perspectives, and ignite curiosity. Each episode features thought-provoking conversations with pioneers in health and wellness, science, spirituality, and creativity, as well as personal insights into their work and transformational journeys. Whether you're seeking practical tools for empowerment, stories of transformation, or guidance on connectin

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