Healing Gals Podcast

Molly Smyth
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Welcome to Healing Gals, the podcast where we reconnect to who were were before society got its hands on us! Each episode is a conversation about healing with women who are brave enough to be vulnerable and share the lessons they learned on their individual healing journey. We have a bit of craic along the way and we know we are never finished learning or healing. We cover topics such as feminism and the patriarchy, boundaries, gender based violence, self-love, being a single gal, being a mam, shame and listening to our bodies. We talk about all of these things through the lens of growth, learning and healing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 2d ago

    Behind The Glitter: The Truth About Stripping, Burlesque & Shame

    What is it really like to work as a stripper? And how do you let go of the shame society places on women who own their sexuality? In this episode of Healing Gals Podcast, I sit down with Daria Decollette—former stripper, burlesque performer, and founder of All That Glitters—to talk about her journey from dancer to stripping, and ultimately finding purpose, confidence, and creative freedom through burlesque. Daria shares the realities of working in the stripping industry, including financial exploitation, the lack of protections for sex workers, and the stigma that often follows women long after they leave the industry. She also opens up about body confidence, embracing her sexuality without shame, and how being rejected from her dream opportunities ultimately led her to a life that felt far more aligned. This is an honest conversation about resilience, self-acceptance, healing, and learning that sometimes life's biggest setbacks become our greatest redirections. ✨ In this episode, we discuss: From dancer to stripper to burlesque performerBody confidence and self-acceptanceOwning your sexuality without shameThe realities of stripping and sex workFinancial exploitation and lack of workplace protectionsReleasing shame from your pastRejection as redirectionFinding purpose through unexpected opportunitiesBuilding All That Glitters, a burlesque cabaret in DroghedaIf this conversation resonates with you, don't forget to like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs this reminder: your past doesn't define your future. 💛 Subscribe for more conversations on healing, authenticity, and reconnecting with the woman beneath society's conditioning. Season 6 of the Healing Gals Podcast is proudly sponsored byDARA Mats — luxury yoga mats designed to support your wellness journey both onand off the mat. You can explore the full collection at ⁠www.daramats.com⁠and follow along on Instagram at @daramats for wellness inspiration, newlaunches, and more. There’s also a special discount code exclusively forHealing Gals listeners shared at the end of Episode 1. Healing Gals Podcast is intended for entertainment andinformational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medicaladvice, diagnosis, therapy, or mental health support. If this episode brings upanything difficult for you, please reach out to a qualified healthcareprofessional or trusted support service. Ireland Support Services: • Samaritans – Call 116 123 (24/7support) • Pieta – Call 1800 247 247 or text HELP to 51444 • Text About It –Free text HELLO to 50808 • HSE Mental Health Supports: ⁠HSEMental Health Services⁠ Remember, you are good enough exactly as you are. #HealingGalsPodcast #BodyConfidence #Burlesque #SelfAcceptance #SexWork #HealingJourney #FemaleEmpowerment #Confidence #PersonalGrowth #MentalHealth #WomenSupportingWomen #Authenticity

    1h 33m

  2. Jun 24

    S6 Ep 3: Festival Mná, Blended Families, What's online? and Healthy Anger

    Molly chats about her experience of Festival Mná and why every woman in Ireland could go there and enjoy such a powerful, special day! In honor of Father's Day, Molly discusses blending families and how she navigated this. Molly introduces a new segment called "What's Online?", where she discusses some reels/TikToks she has seen online that raise important points for the gals. Then Molly explores how one of the Love Island contestants seems to be suppressing healthy anger. Molly talks about how she manages her anger and ensures she expresses it and takes care of her health in this regard. Season 6 of the Healing Gals Podcast is proudly sponsored byDARA Mats — luxury yoga mats designed to support your wellness journey both on and off the mat. You can explore the full collection at ⁠⁠www.daramats.com⁠⁠ and follow along on Instagram at @daramats for wellness inspiration, newlaunches, and more. There’s also a special discount code exclusively for Healing Gals listeners shared at the end of Episode 1. Healing Gals Podcast is intended for entertainment andinformational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, therapy, or mental health support. If this episode brings upanything difficult for you, please reach out to a qualified healthcare professional or trusted support service. Ireland Support Services: • Samaritans – Call 116 123 (24/7support) • Pieta – Call 1800 247 247 or text HELP to 51444 • Text About It –Free text HELLO to 50808 • HSE Mental Health Supports: ⁠⁠HSEMental Health Services⁠⁠ Remember, you are good enough exactly as you are.

    54 min

  3. Jun 17

    S6 Ep 2: Healing Our Politics with Dee Makofane

    Molly sits down with political commentator, podcaster andqueen, Dee Makofane. Dee has her own podcast about the Irish Political system and her insights and commentary are super! Topics covered: How the Irish political system works Impact of Trump on Irish/world politics Irish parties (left and right) Feminism &Intersectional Feminism Saying "I don't know" when you don't know! Who benefits from the current policies made by IrishGovernment Living at home as adults Out of Touch politicians Ruth Coppinger Zohran Mamdani Catch Up with Louise McSharry Holly Cairns Getting into Politics Season 6 of the Healing Gals Podcast is proudly sponsored byDARA Mats — luxury yoga mats designed to support your wellness journey both onand off the mat. You can explore the full collection at ⁠⁠www.daramats.com⁠⁠and follow along on Instagram at @daramats for wellness inspiration, newlaunches, and more. There’s also a special discount code exclusively forHealing Gals listeners shared at the end of Episode 1. Healing Gals Podcast is intended for entertainment andinformational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medicaladvice, diagnosis, therapy, or mental health support. If this episode brings up anything difficult for you, please reach out to a qualified healthcareprofessional or trusted support service. Ireland Support Services: • Samaritans – Call 116 123 (24/7support) • Pieta – Call 1800 247 247 or text HELP to 51444 • Text About It –Free text HELLO to 50808 • HSE Mental Health Supports: ⁠⁠HSEMental Health Services⁠⁠ Remember, you are good enough exactly as you are.

    1h 48m
  4. S6 Ep1: From Garda to Grounded: Leaving Burnout Behind

    Jun 10

    S6 Ep1: From Garda to Grounded: Leaving Burnout Behind

    Welcome back to Season 6 of Healing Gals Podcast! In this episode, Molly discusses perimenopause and her new business, Evertold (which may include a discount for Healing Gals Podcast listeners). Molly then sits down with Laura Martyn, founder of DARA MATS to discuss: -Sponsoring Healing Gals Podcast -Her career in An Garda Siochana and her reasons for leaving. -Her experiences as a member of An Garda Siochana and how difficult it was at times working for that organisation. -Laura shares her experience of overcoming burnout and creating a new career for herself. -How DARA MATS was born and why she chose to make luxury yoga mats that you will not find anywhere else. -The process of design and business building. Season 6 of the Healing Gals Podcast is proudly sponsored by DARA Mats — luxury yoga mats designed to support your wellness journey both on and off the mat. You can explore the full collection at www.daramats.com and follow along on Instagram at @daramats for wellness inspiration, new launches, and more. There’s also a special discount code exclusively for Healing Gals listeners shared at the end of Episode 1. Healing Gals Podcast is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, therapy, or mental health support. If this episode brings up anything difficult for you, please reach out to a qualified healthcare professional or trusted support service. Ireland Support Services:• Samaritans – Call 116 123 (24/7 support)• Pieta – Call 1800 247 247 or text HELP to 51444• Text About It – Free text HELLO to 50808• HSE Mental Health Supports: HSE Mental Health Services Remember, you are good enough exactly as you are.

    1h 40m

  5. Apr 6

    Bonus Episode: Let's Talk about What I Got Wrong

    In preparation for season 6, Molly sits down in her first-ever video podcast to discuss the things she got wrong. Which includes but is not limited to: -Recommending Dax Shepard and his podcast Armchair Expert -Being controlling about her then boyfriend, now husband, keeping in touch on nights out -Expecting perfect behaviour from hurt people -Thinking men doing therapy is enough, it's not -Saying "I don't expect a Matriarchy", spoiler alert, she does! -Thinking she will have to settle for a mediocre man This list is not exhaustive, although it can be exhausting lol! If you enjoy the episode and want to support Molly to keep bringing these episodes, you can buy her a coffee on the link below: buymeacoffee.com/Healinggalspodcast Just a little reminder—this podcast is here to share stories, perspectives, and experiences, not to replace therapy or professional advice You can find a list of support services in Ireland on the following website: https://www2.hse.ie/mental-health/services-support/supports-services/#:~:text=Pieta,Website:%20textaboutit.ie

    57 min
  6. S5 Ep11 The Gals, The Patriarchy, & The Dilemma

    Jan 14

    S5 Ep11 The Gals, The Patriarchy, & The Dilemma

    S5 Ep11 — The Gals, The Patriarchy, & The DilemmaFor the Season 5 finale, Molly sits down with Aisling for an honest, wide-ranging end-of-season chat. From the small things that quietly improve our lives to the big systems that shape us, this episode blends humour, vulnerability, and reflection in true Healing Gals style. Topics CoveredSmall changes that improved our livesGubby Soap Company (Discount code: HEALING15)Aisling’s experience of harassmentDinner with the EnemyGrowing up in strict religionPatriarchy & religionThe male loneliness epidemicIncreasing fruit intakeLily’s album & book + a new take on David HarbourListener’s DilemmaA thoughtful, funny, and heartfelt conversation to close out Season 5. Support the PodcastThe Healing Gals Podcast is a one-woman show. If this episode resonated, support the podcast by buying Molly a coffee:  buymeacoffee.com/Healinggalspodcast ConnectHave a dilemma or topic you’d like discussed?  healinggalspodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 43m
  7. S5 Ep 10 What We Are Bringing into 2026, Capsule Conversations

    Jan 7

    S5 Ep 10 What We Are Bringing into 2026, Capsule Conversations

    This week's episode is a solo episode where Molly discusses things she is leaving behind in 2025 and things she is bringing into 2026. Molly shares a very exciting opportunity for her listeners, her new legacy service, Capsule Conversations. Capsule Conversations is a guided legacy service that gently records the voice, stories, and memories of someone you love, or of yourself. Through a professionally held conversation, we create an audio time capsule that families can return to for years to come — a voice preserved, a presence kept close. This is not a rushed recording or a scripted interview. It’s a calm, thoughtful conversation, held with care, emotional intelligence, and deep respect for the person sharing their story. Each Capsule Conversation is delivered as a beautifully packaged keepsake. This work is especially for families with older or unwell loved ones — but it’s also for anyone who values memory, connection, and legacy. Capsule Conversations is launching in Ireland in 2026. Follow on Instagram for updates.  Support the PodcastThe Healing Gals Podcast is a one-woman show — Molly records, edits, and promotes every episode herself.If you’ve received something meaningful from this conversation, consider supporting the show by buying Molly a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/HealinggalspodcastYour support helps keep these heartfelt, healing conversations coming. Connect with MollyHave a dilemma or topic you’d love to hear discussed on the podcast?Email Molly at healinggalspodcast@gmail.com — she’d love to hear from you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    46 min
  8. S5 Ep9 Reconnecting to Myself, Giving up Alcohol, Grief.

    12/31/2025

    S5 Ep9 Reconnecting to Myself, Giving up Alcohol, Grief.

    This week, Molly is joined by the gorgeous Stephen (aka Annie Queeries / Mannie Queeries) for a deeply moving, funny, and heart-opening conversation. Stephen is a drag performer, podcaster, content creator, and all-round angel. Together, they explore what it’s like to grow up outside of the narrow “box” men are expected to fit into, and the profound impact of being rejected by society for simply being yourself. Stephen shares honestly about his formative years, homophobia, identity, and the long-term effects of emotional disconnection. This episode also tenderly holds space for grief, as Stephen speaks about the very recent passing of his mam, how giving up alcohol changed his life, and what healthy love looks like when you finally believe you deserve it. You are going to laugh, cry, and feel so seen listening to this one, gals. Topics We CoverStephen’s hilarious TikTok videosGrowing up queer and experiencing homophobiaReclaiming and unpacking “the F word”Exploring identity outside rigid gender normsThe impact of societal rejection on self-worthThe magic of female friendshipsAlok Vaid-Menon and gender expansivenessThe conditioning men receive under patriarchyHow emotional disconnection leads to long-term health issuesFinding sexuality confusing and unsafe in a rigid worldThe powerful “I deserve” toolGiving up alcohol and choosing self-respectChanging career paths later in lifeRedefining healthy loveLosing a mam to cancerGrief, funerals, and honouring life after loss  Support the PodcastThe Healing Gals Podcast is a one-woman show — Molly records, edits, and promotes every episode herself.If you’ve received something meaningful from this conversation, consider supporting the show by buying Molly a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/HealinggalspodcastYour support helps keep these heartfelt, healing conversations coming. Connect with MollyHave a dilemma or topic you’d love to hear discussed on the podcast?Email Molly at healinggalspodcast@gmail.com — she’d love to hear from you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    2h 4m
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About

Welcome to Healing Gals, the podcast where we reconnect to who were were before society got its hands on us! Each episode is a conversation about healing with women who are brave enough to be vulnerable and share the lessons they learned on their individual healing journey. We have a bit of craic along the way and we know we are never finished learning or healing. We cover topics such as feminism and the patriarchy, boundaries, gender based violence, self-love, being a single gal, being a mam, shame and listening to our bodies. We talk about all of these things through the lens of growth, learning and healing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Molly Smyth
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    62
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Molly Smyth
  • Show Website
    Healing Gals Podcast

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