Younified

FULL EPISODE: Movement As Inclusion; Ballroom Culture in Ireland; and Conversational English Classes

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:05:00 +0000

In this episode: the power of movement as a tool for inclusion with Active Disability Ireland; what exactly is ballroom culture and its significant history?; and on the Social Scene, we’ll be hearing about the conversational English classes taking place around the country with Fáilte Isteach.

FULL EPISODE: Citizenship Referendum Legacy; Rainbow Club Cork; and Dublin School of Mandarin Chinese

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:20:00 +0000

In this episode, our panel discusses the legacy of the 2004 Citizenship Referendum, with Dr Ebun Joseph, executive producer of the Echoes of 2004 documentary, and two participants in the film who were personally affected, Toyosi Sanni and Mariam Sobayo. For What's Your Story, we’ll meet the woman behind the Rainbow Club Cork Centre for Autism, Karen O'Mahony. And on the Social Scene, we’ll hear from the Dublin School of Mandarin Chinese.

FULL EPISODE: Different Journeys To Fatherhood; Comedian Emman Idama; and the Capuchin Day Centre

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:30:00 +0000

In this episode we meet gay fathers who tell us about their routes to becoming parents; we chat to Nigerian-Irish comedian Emman Idama; and finally we hear about the work of the Capuchin Day Centre who support the homeless.

FULL EPISODE: LGBT Representation on TV; Dancer Lapree Lala; and the Dublin Filipino Festival

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:20:00 +0000

Featuring: Oisín O'Reilly and Tom Donnelly; Lapree Lala; and Melissa Gonzaga and DonKing Rongavilla.

FULL EPISODE: Prison Education; Neurodiverse Book Characters; and Hope & Courage Collective

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:21:00 +0000

In this episode we discuss: how learning alongside university students is breaking down barriers, with Dr Katharina Swirak, Senior Lecturer in Criminology at UCC, and Damien Quinn, founder of Spéire Nua; What’s Your Story – author Emma Shevah on the importance of neurodiverse characters in books; and The Social Scene – Hope & Courage Collective, with Edel McGinley, executive director of the Hope & Courage Collective.

FULL EPISODE: Can Bias In AI Amplify Existing Inequalities?; Poet Nandi Jola; and The Gay Cycling Club

Fri, 29 May 2026 17:25:00 +0000

In this episode, our panel is: Dr Abeba Birhane, founder and Principal Investigator of the AI Accountability Lab at Trinity College Dublin, and Assistant Professor of AI at the School of Computer Science and Statistics there, and Dr Maria Murphy, Associate Professor in the School of Law and Criminology at Maynooth University. On What's Your Story, we meet South African poet Nandi Jola. And on the Social Scene, we chat to the founder of the Gay Cycling Club, John O'Leary.

FULL EPISODE: The Reality of Racism in Ireland; Experiencing The International Protection System; and Neurodiverse Gaming

Fri, 22 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000

In this episode: Bukky Adebowale, policy education officer at the Irish Network Against Racism, and Dr Ebun Joseph, CEO of the Institute of Antiracism and Black Studies and Ireland's special rapporteur on racial equality and racism, explore the reality of racism in Ireland.

We’ll also meet a man with lived experience of the international protection system to hear his story and why it inspired him to pursue studies in law.

And finally we'll talk about the gaming convention aimed specifically at the neurodiverse community.

FULL EPISODE: How Do We Counteract Homophobia?; Sharing South African Food; and Celebrating Africa Day

Fri, 15 May 2026 17:15:00 +0000

Our panel will discuss: how do we counteract homophobia – with Ruadhán Ó Críodáin, Executive Director of ShoutOut, Oisín O’Reilly, CEO of Outhouse LGBT+ Community Resource Centre in Dublin, and Dr Ger McNamara, Senior Clinical Psychologist.

For What’s Your Story we’ll meet the food truck owner Wiseman Mangaliso bringing South African flavours to Dublin city.

And on The Social Scene we’ll celebrate Africa Day with some of the performers taking part. That’s with Asha Ari, singer-songwriter performing on the main stage at Africa Day, and Florence Olufemi-Ojo from fashion brand Mio Prints.

FULL EPISODE: Medical Access For Marginalised Women; Singer-Songwriter Tolu Makay; and Making Golf More Inclusive

Fri, 08 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Featuring: Doireann Crosson, Head of Policy at the National Women's Council, Anne Burke, Women's and Peer Support Officer, and GP Dr Siobahn Chidley on our panel; Tolu Makay on What's Your Story; and Alex Lai, Inclusion Coordinator at Golf Ireland, and Dianne Conway, golfer, on the Social Scene.

FULL EPISODE: Media Diversity; Non-Binary Fashion; and One Town One Voice

Fri, 01 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Featuring: Dr Anne O’Brien, Associate Professor in the Department of Media Studies at Maynooth University, Dr Páraic Kerrigan, Assistant Professor in the School of Information and Communication Studies at University College Dublin, Dr Ngozi Emmanuel, Research Assistant at the Sir Lenny Henry Centre for Media Diversity; Stephen Foley, designer; Fergal Landy, CEO of Family Resource Centre National Forum, and Jackie Mocheko, member of One Town One Voice.

Afro-Fusion Cuisine in Ireland

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 17:20:00 +0000

Lami of Lami's Kitchen tells us about Afro-Fusion cuisine.

‘Most of my friends didn’t know I’d been in care’

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 17:15:00 +0000

Author Deborah Somorin speaks with Mamobo.

Ireland’s Changemakers on Having Balance in 2025

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 17:10:00 +0000

Emer O’Neill, presenter and activist, Kkhamii Kitana, rapper, and Briana Fitzsimons, anti-racism advocate, explore what they plan to bring into 2025.

FULL EPISODE: Changemakers' Hopes For 2025; Homeless At 13; and Afro-Fusion Cuisine

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 17:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Mamobo chats to changemakers about what they learned from 2024 and what they hope to bring into the new year. She also meets Deborah Somorin to hear about her journey experiencing homelessness. And finally we have a taster of Afro-Fusion cuisine.

Ireland’s First Black-Led Wine Club

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 12:30:00 +0000

Ngozi Elobuike, who founded Ireland’s first black-led wine club, joins Mamobo on the Social Scene.

‘It’s almost impossible to be spontaneous when travelling with a disability’

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 12:20:00 +0000

Wheelchair user James Casserly talks to Mamobo about what's involved in planning travel for him.

Being Jewish at Christmas: ‘I try to wish people season’s greetings instead’

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 12:10:00 +0000

Yonit Kosovske and Yanky Fachler explain their experience of being Jewish during the Christmas period.

FULL EPISODE: Being Jewish At Christmas; Travelling As A Wheelchair User; and Ireland’s First Black-Led Wine Club

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Mamobo meets Yonit Kosovske and Yanky Fachler to explore what it's like to be Jewish in the Christmas period. We'll hear from a wheelchair user James Casserly on what goes into planning every trip. And finally we'll chat to the woman behind the first Irish black-led wine club.

Stylist Emmanuel Agbons on Christmas Fashion

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 13:00:00 +0000

Mamobo chats to fashion stylist Emmanuel Agbons about what makes a great Christmas outfit and some of the high-profile Irish celebrities he has worked with.

'In the Alone befriending process it's important to match people with mutual interests'

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 12:30:00 +0000

Laura Browne from Alone joins us to talk about the practicalities of being a volunteer for the organisation.

‘I’ve experienced so much racism – people just push you away’

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 12:25:00 +0000

Thandile Mkhabela tells us about her experience being a migrant in Ireland.

Overcoming Period Poverty

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 14:15:00 +0000

Fiona Parfey from Riley explains their company's journey in menstruation education and breaking the stigma around periods and period poverty.

'I spent a long time dating men - and when I was 30 I figured out I was pansexual'

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 14:10:00 +0000

Elaine Murphy, Education Manager at ShoutOut, explains pansexuality and how it differs from bisexuality.

What Is White Saviourism?

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 14:00:00 +0000

Mamobo is joined by Dr Lucy Michael and Eve Doran, PhD student in Black Studies at TCD, to explore the concept of white saviourism.

FULL EPISODE: White Saviourism; Pansexuality; and Period Poverty

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 13:45:00 +0000

In this episode: we'll discuss white saviourism and how it can take away agency with our panel; we'll be hearing about what exactly pansexuality is; and we'll explore how to overcome period poverty.

‘Our restaurant surviving today is an achievement’

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 16:20:00 +0000

Mamobo explores the world of Lebanese cuisine at Damascus Gate Restaurant in the heart of Dublin city.

‘I reclaimed my Arab culture through drag’

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 16:15:00 +0000

Drag artist and filmmaker Amrou Al-Kadhi tells Mamobo about their directorial debut and how it showcases queer culture.

‘Disabled people are always having to fight for our right to be heard’

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 16:10:00 +0000

Disability activists Paralympian John Fulham, Public Engagement Manager from the Irish Wheelchair Association, and Maryam Madani of Disability Power Ireland, chat to Mamobo to mark International Day of People with Disabilities.

FULL EPISODE: Fighting For Disability Rights; Drag Performer Amrou Al-Kadhi; and Damascus Gate Lebanese Restaurant

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 16:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Younified: Mamobo meets disability activists Paralympian John Fulham, Public Engagement Manager from the Irish Wheelchair Association, and Maryam Madani of Disability Power Ireland. She is also joined by drag performer and filmmaker Amrou Al-Kadhi. And finally she delves into the world of Lebanese cuisine.

'We want to help people struggling financially': Vincent's Charity Shops

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 09:00:00 +0000

Mamobo heads to St Vincent de Paul's charity shop in Meath Street, Dublin, to meet their staff and volunteers.

'This current generation of young women are facing a perfect storm'

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 08:55:00 +0000

Tammy Darcy of The Shona Project chats to Mamobo about her work in female empowerment.

Why You Should Vote

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 08:50:00 +0000

Liliana Fernandez, Leadership Officer at the National Women’s Council and migrant activist, joins Laura Ileogben, former political campaigner, to speak with Mamobo about how to know if you are entitled to vote in Ireland and why you should.

FULL EPISODE: Why You Should Vote; Supporting Female Empowerment; and Vincent's Charity Shops

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 08:45:00 +0000

In this episode of Younified: why and how you should vote; Mamobo meets Tammy Darcy of The Shona Project to talk about her work empowering young girls; and we head to St Vincent's charity shop in Meath Street in Dublin.

‘I felt so overwhelmed by not sharing it that I imploded’

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:20:00 +0000

Influencer and Movember ambassador Cian Griffin chats to Mamobo about the importance of prioritising your mental health, ahead of International Men's Day.

Together Academy: ‘Our young adults learn by doing, by repetition, by being given opportunities’

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:15:00 +0000

Therese Coveney speaks with Mamobo about Together Academy which provides tailored training and employment opportunities for people with Down Syndrome.

‘There aren’t many opportunities for migrants to have long conversations in English’

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:10:00 +0000

Dr Andrea Ciribuco from the School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at the University of Galway (leader of the project Rural Villages, Migration and Intercultural Communication), Dr Pilar Luz Rodrigues, Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Galway, and Dr Francesca La Morgia, Director of Mother Tongues, a social enterprise working to promote multilingualism and intercultural dialogue in Ireland, speak with Mamobo about migrant integration particularly in rural Ireland.

FULL EPISODE: Migrant Integration; Together Academy; and International Men's Day

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:00:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Younified, we'll be talking about the role language plays when it comes to migrant integration and social inclusion in Ireland, with our panel. We'll meet the CEO of social enterprise Together Academy. And finally we will explore the resources out there to strengthen men's mental health for International Men's Day.

Creating More Inclusive Running Trails

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 13:45:00 +0000

On this week's Social Scene we meetTrail Criú who are hosting an online conference this week called ‘Breaking Barriers and Building Inclusive Trails’. Its chair Farah Masoed speaks with Mamobo.

'Muslim women here find it very difficult to speak out'

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 13:30:00 +0000

Lamis Amer, lead volunteer at the Amal Women's Association, joins Mamobo to chat about the work they do supporting in particular the Muslim community.

What is the difference between misinformation and disinformation?

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 13:15:00 +0000

With an Irish election looming, the digital landscape is becoming ever trickier to manoeuvre, with misinformation and negative rhetoric abounding. Why is this the case and how can we make our online world a safer place? Joining Mamobo is Professor Jane Suiter, Professor of Political Communication at DCU and director of FuJo, the Institute for Future Media and Democracy and Society, alongside Professor Kath Browne of the UCD School of Geography, who is Ireland lead of RESIST, a Horizon Europe funded project addressing ‘anti-gender’ politics across Europe.

FULL EPISODE: Combatting Misinformation; Supporting Muslim Women; and Inclusive Trails

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Younified: Professor Jane Suiter, Professor of Political Communication at DCU, and Professor Kath Browne of the UCD School of Geography, explore how negative online rhetoric has become so rife; we hear from the Amal Women's Association about their work supporting Muslim women in Ireland; and finally Trail Criú tell us about their upcoming conference to highlight the need for more inclusive trailing.

Celebrating Diwali

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 09:10:00 +0000

Prashant Shukla, chairperson of the Ireland-India Council, shares the story behind Diwali.

‘How much queerness should I bring into my stories?’

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 09:00:00 +0000

Cork author Chloe Michelle Howarth tells Mamobo about her debut novel Sunburn and creating an LGBT-centred narrative.

'"I nearly did misdiagnose a child with a different skin tone", some clinicians say'

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 08:50:00 +0000

Mamobo Ogoro is joined by Dr Marian Brennan, Deputy Director of RCSI's Graduate Entry Medicine programme, Tom Else, Research Associate at the Department of Physics at the University of Cambridge, and Dr Monica Oikeh to discuss the provision of medical care for darker skin and why it so often can fall short.

FULL EPISODE: Medical Care For Dark Skin; Creating LGBT Characters; and Diwali

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 08:40:00 +0000

On this episode of Younified: Mamobo explores the challenges for patients of dark skin when it comes to quality medical care; Cork author Chloe Michelle Howarth tells us about her debut novel with an LGBT-centred narrative; and we celebrate Diwali with the Indian community in Ireland.

FULL EPISODE: Gender Pronouns In The Workplace; Black Therapists Ireland; and African Gospel Choir Dublin

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 14:45:00 +0000

In this episode, Mamobo explores the challenges around pronoun use in the workplace; she hears from therapist Ejiro Ogbevoen on why there is a comfort in sitting with a mental health professional who looks like you; and she meets two members of the African Gospel Choir Dublin.

African Gospel Choir Dublin

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 17:00:00 +0000

Mamobo meets Sam Isijola and Muna Charles-Okoro from the African Gospel Choir Dublin, to hear about how the choir helps them to connect with others in the community.

'It never occurred to me I was a "black" therapist'

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 08:00:00 +0000

Ejiro Ogbevoen from Black Therapists Ireland joins Mamobo to explore why it is a comfort to many to have a therapist who looks like them.

Gender Pronouns in the Workplace

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 07:45:00 +0000

Mamobo speaks with Sam Riggs, an Equality Diversity and Inclusion Manager, Donya Anvari from Certified Proud, and Damien McCarthy from HR Buddy, about the use of pronouns at work.

Widening Kids' Access To Irish Trad Music

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 08:50:00 +0000

Shane McKenna from the Dabbledoo programme tells Mamobo about his endeavours to open up access to Irish trad music to young musicians.

What is sensitivity reading?

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 08:40:00 +0000

Helen Gould chats to Mamobo about her work as a sensitivity reader and whether authors are open to the feedback.

'I became a model thinking it was the cure-all for my dislike towards my self-image'

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 08:30:00 +0000

*Note: sensitive issues are explored in this podcast*

In this discussion, Mamobo Ogoro speaks with Hannah Croke and Fiona McLoone about their recovery journey, and is also joined by Ellen Jennings from Bodywhys (helpline: 01 210 7906).

FULL EPISODE: Body Dysmorphia and Body Image; Sensitivity Readers; and Wider Access To Trad Music

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 08:25:00 +0000

In this episode, Mamobo Ogoro hears about the challenges of dealing with eating disorders from our panel and how they have battled to overcome them; she meets sensitivity reader Helen Gould to hear how authors create experiences and characters different to them; and she speaks with Shane McKenna from the school programme Dabbledoo to hear how he is making Irish trad music accessible to a wider audience.

The Filipino Bakery and Cafe

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 07:55:00 +0000

Mamobo meets Eduard Majabague from Dublin's Filipino Bakery and Cafe to find out why Filipino cuisine is proving so popular on TikTok.

Zeda: 'There are still not enough black stylists. There are about three of us'

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 07:45:00 +0000

Mamobo speaks with Zeda about how her stylist career has gone from strength to strength.

Reality TV: Are we seeing enough diversity on screen?

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 07:30:00 +0000

Ashley Chadamoyo Makombe and Sarina Bellissimo join Mamobo to debate what reality TV shows are strong performers when it comes to showcasing diverse casts on screen and why some still only have tokenism.

FULL EPISODE: Reality TV Representation; Zeda; and Filipino Cuisine

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 07:15:00 +0000

In this episode of Younified, Mamobo chats about whether reality TV has come far enough in representing diversity with Sarina Bellissimo and Ashley Chadamoyo Makombe; she hears from Zeda about being one of the only black stylists in Ireland; and the Filipino Cafe and Bakery tell us why that cuisine is such a hit on Tiktok.

'For younger guys, it can be daunting to look for therapy'

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 07:55:00 +0000

Ian Power of Spunout joins Mamobo to chat about their resources to support young people with their mental health, including action panels.

'I got my ADHD diagnosis a month ago. It was a weight off my shoulders'

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 07:45:00 +0000

Amanda Adé opens up about getting recently diagnosed with ADHD.

Should we still have to come out?

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 07:30:00 +0000

Our panel, comedian Gearóid Farrelly, psychotherapist Maeve Burke and BelongTo's Moninne Griffith explore whether those who are LGBT should still have to come out and why it's an important process to many in the community.

FULL EPISODE: Coming Out; My ADHD Diagnosis; and Spunout's Mental Health Supports

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 07:15:00 +0000

Should we still have to come out? Our panel explores why society still expects the LGBT community to do so. We'll meet Amanda Adé who will be chatting about her recent ADHD diagnosis. And Spunout's Ian Power will join Mamobo to talk about their initiatives to improve the mental health of Ireland's young people.

Black & Irish's Leon Diop on Black History Month

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 08:00:00 +0000

Ahead of Black History Month, Leon Diop joins Mamobo to explain how it helps to reflect, celebrate and recognise black history.

'It's unfair that I should take the blame and stereotype for a traveller that's done wrong': Latisha McCrudden

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 07:50:00 +0000

On What's Your Story, traveller and law student Latisha McCrudden speaks with Mamobo about her new podcast and shining a spotlight on the traveller community.

'Some dyslexic people can't read a prescription or a menu. That has to change'

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 07:40:00 +0000

Our panel discusses the prevalence of dyslexia in Ireland. Mamobo is joined by dyslexic playwright Martina Collender; the creator of ‘Dcode’ reading programme Mary Moran; and National Workshop Manager at Dyslexia Ireland, Maureen Dunne.

FULL EPISODE: Dyslexia; Latisha McCrudden; and Black History Month

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 07:30:00 +0000

In this episode of Younified: Mamobo meets a panel who have personal and professional experience with dyslexia - Martina Collender is a dyslexic playwright; Mary Moran is the creator of ‘Dcode’ reading programme; and Maureen Dunne is a National Workshop Manager at Dyslexia Ireland. She is also joined by traveller Latisha McCrudden who is shining a spotlight on her community. And finally, Leon Diop from Black & Irish speaks about Black History Month and its importance.

Diversity Profiling The Workplace

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 07:55:00 +0000

How can we make workplaces more inclusive? Linda O'Sullivan from Business in the Community Ireland joins Mamobo to discuss the Elevate Pledge.

The scuba diver with a genetic movement disorder

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 07:50:00 +0000

Scuba diver Jer O'Connor from Kerry who has Friedreich’s ataxia, a genetic progressive movement disorder, speaks with Mamobo about his adventures diving in the Red Sea.

Bisexuality: ‘It’s not who you’re with, it’s who you are’

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 07:45:00 +0000

Bi Visibility Day falls next week but it’s a community that still faces a lot of misconceptions by wider society. Joining Mamobo to share their stories about their bisexuality and how they feel society understand it are Talita Rodrigues from Outhouse LGBTQ+ Centre, Mark O’Regan and Conor Fleming from Bi+ Ireland.

FULL EPISODE: Bisexuality Misconceptions; Scuba Diving with a Disability; and Inclusive Workplaces

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 07:35:00 +0000

In this episode of Younified: ahead of Bi Visibility Day we are sitting down with our panel Talita Rodrigues, Mark O’Regan, and Conor Fleming to explore their experiences of being bi, the misconceptions around it, and what that identity means to them. We’ll also speak to a scuba diver from Kerry who has Friedreich’s ataxia, a genetic progressive movement disorder. And we’ll also hear about the Elevate Pledge which aims to make workplaces more inclusive.

'I don't think most people feel like they are racist' - Conor Buckey of Human Collective

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 15:02:00 +0000

Equality is at the forefront of clothing brand Human Collective. Its founder Conor Buckley joins Mamobo to chat about their mission.

The Social Scene: Queer Book Club Dublin

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 15:02:00 +0000

Eric Perry and Dónal Talbot chat about how their book club engages with queer culture.

FULL EPISODE: English Language Students in Ireland; Equality In Clothing; and Queer Book Club Dublin

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 15:01:00 +0000

On this episode of Younified, we’ll explore how English language students are finding the experience of settling in to Ireland and whether they feel welcomed or not; we’ll talk to the founder of Human Collective Conor Buckley about his efforts to showcase equality in his clothing; and on The Social Scene we’ll chat to the Queer Book Club Dublin about centralising the queer narrative in literature.

'It's hard to make new friends' - international students in Ireland

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 15:01:00 +0000

We explore how English language students are finding the experience of settling in to Ireland and whether they feel welcomed or not, and their experiences and challenges. Joining Mamobo is Arthur Griz Ferreira from Brazil, Paula Ducar from Spain, and Wesley França from Brazil.

The Polish Community in Ireland

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 07:55:00 +0000

Teresa Buczkowska from Forum Polonia talks about her own journey moving to Ireland and what the future for the Polish community in Ireland looks like.

Getting Diagnosed with Epilepsy

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 07:50:00 +0000

Writer Ciara Moloney explains her journey of misdiagnosis and how it took 15 years to finally be believed by doctors that she had epilepsy.

How can we encourage greater diversity in politics?

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 07:45:00 +0000

Ahead of Kamala Harris's first debate against Donald Trump, our panel discusses what can be off-putting about entering the political arena and how under-representation impacts policy creation.

FULL EPISODE: Diversity in Politics; My Life with Epilepsy; and the Polish Community in Ireland

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 07:40:00 +0000

In this episode of Younified: Mamobo discusses how we can encourage greater diversity in politics; she meets writer Ciara Moloney who explains her struggle to get an epilepsy diagnosis for 15 years; and finally she's joined by Teresa Buczkowska of Forum Polonia to explore how the Polish community comes together in Ireland.

Brazil Day

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 08:00:00 +0000

Brian and Raquel Heavey join Mamobo Ogoro in studio to chat about the plans for Brazil Day 2024.

Transforming Representation In The UK Publishing Industry

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 07:55:00 +0000

Joining Mamobo Ogoro is entrepreneur Serlina Boyd, to discuss how her business Cocoa Publishing is transforming representation within the UK publishing industry.

The Realities Of Being A Carer In Ireland

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 07:50:00 +0000

Joining Mamobo Ogoro in studio to speak about their experience being both mum and carer are Tracy Carroll, who cares for her daughter Willow, who has spastic quadriplegia cerebral palsy and epilepsy, is non-verbal, and a wheelchair user, and her son Noah, who has ADHD, alongside Jane Johnstone, who cares for her two sons Evan and Daniel, who are in their 20s.

FULL EPISODE: Being A Carer; Representation in Publishing; and Brazil Day

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 07:45:00 +0000

In this episode of Younified, Mamobo Ogoro hears what the realities of being a carer in Ireland today are with her panel; we meet Serlina Boyd who is revolutionising representation in the publishing industry in the UK; and we hear about the upcoming celebrations for Brazil Day.

Libyan-Irish Musician Farah Elle

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 08:00:00 +0000

Performer Farah Elle speaks with Mamobo about the inspiration behind her music and why it was important to her to also sing in Arabic.

'It's easier to blame the immigrant'

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 07:55:00 +0000

Diane Ihirwe, Senior Community-Based Protection Associate with UNHCR Ireland, shares her story and what she thinks about the challenges facing asylum seekers in Ireland today.

Raising Mixed Heritage Kids

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 07:50:00 +0000

Dr Philomena Mullen, Assistant Professor in Black Studies at the Department of Sociology, Trinity College Dublin, and mums Briana Fitzsimons and Emma Weld-Moore join Mamobo Ogoro to explore their experiences of being part of mixed-heritage families.

FULL EPISODE: Raising Mixed Heritage Kids; UNHCR's Diane Ihirwe; and Musician Farah Elle

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 07:45:00 +0000

In this episode of Younified: our panel explores their experiences of being part of a mixed heritage family; the UNHCR's Diane Ihirwe joins Mamobo to discuss her work; and Libyan-Irish musician Farah Elle shares how her culture influences her creatively.

The Irish World Music Café in Limerick

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 08:00:00 +0000

In The Social Scene, we meet Professor Helen Phelan, the Director of the Irish World Academy of Music and Dance at the University of Limerick, who is behind the Irish World Music Café, who use music as a tool to unify across differences.

How can we endeavour to prevent gender-based violence?

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 07:55:00 +0000

Cork lawyer and activist Wuraoluwa Ayodele, who has dedicated her life to challenging gender-based violence, chats to Mamobo Ogoro about her work.

'In an ideal world, everything would already be accessible'

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 07:50:00 +0000

'In an ideal world, our organisations wouldn't exist, everything would already be accessible, everyone would be given equal access and opportunity' - our panel explores whether Irish buildings and transport are accessible enough. Joining Mamobo Ogoro are Gerald Craddock, Chief Officer at the Centre for Excellence in Universal Design, and part of the National Disability Authority; Kevin Kelly of Vision Ireland, who has a large role in The Wayfinding Project and who lost his sight in his early teens; and Adela Buliman from the Inclusion and Accessibility Labs.

FULL EPISODE: Accessibility; Challenging Gender-Based Violence; and The Irish World Music Café

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 07:45:00 +0000

On the latest episode of Younified, we'll be asking are our roads and buildings accessible enough? Our panel joins Mamobo Ogoro to discuss. In What's Your Story, we'll meet Cork lawyer and activist Wuraoluwa Ayodele who has dedicated her life to challenging gender-based violence. And we'll head to Limerick to the Irish World Music Café, who use music as a tool to unify across differences. Younified - supported by Coimisiún na Mean.

Cork's Palestinian Cafe Izz

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 07:55:00 +0000

Mamobo meets the owner of Izz cafe in Cork to explore what Palestinian dishes are proving a hit in the real capital.

Resilience and Mindset Expert Sacha Dekker

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 07:50:00 +0000

Sacha Dekker explores her journey becoming disabled and her relationship with it now, with Mamobo Ogoro.

'There was no internet in the 70s. It was only in the 90s I could become the true me'

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 07:45:00 +0000

Mamobo Ogoro reflects on the trans supports available in Ireland with our panel - Philippa Ryder, of Dublin Pride, former board member and chair of Transgender Equality Network Ireland (TENI) and LGBT activist, Felix O’Connor, trans comedian, and Dr Chris Noone, lecturer in psychology in the University of Galway, whose research focuses on experiences of health and wellbeing in the LGBT+ community, who is a board member of the LGBT Federation.

FULL EPISODE: Trans Supports, Resilience Expert Sacha Dekker, and Izz Palestinian Cafe

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 07:40:00 +0000

In this episode of Younified: we'll talk about the trans supports available in Ireland with our panel - Philippa Ryder, of Dublin Pride, former board member and chair of Transgender Equality Network Ireland (TENI) and LGBT activist, Felix O’Connor, trans comedian, and Dr Chris Noone, lecturer in psychology in the University of Galway, whose research focuses on experiences of health and wellbeing in the LGBT+ community, who is a board member of the LGBT Federation. We'll also meet resilience and mindset expert Sacha Dekker. And finally we'll head to Co Cork to speak with the Palestinian cafe Izz. Supported by Coimisiún na Mean.

Go Dance For Change

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 08:00:00 +0000

Go Dance For Change tell us how they use dance for intercultural celebration.

'Mental health wasn't really talked about growing up'

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 07:55:00 +0000

Mental health advocate Blezzing Dada speaks with Mamobo.

Is accentism the most accepted form of discrimination?

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 07:50:00 +0000

Accentism is perhaps the most commonly accepted form of discrimination in the workplace. Joining Mamobo to explore this often unconscious prejudice is entrepreneur Dr Toluwani Akaehomen, and Dr Stephen Lucek, Assistant Professor in Linguistics at the School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics at UCD.

FULL EPISODE: Accentism, Blezzing Dada and Go Dance For Change

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 07:45:00 +0000

In this week's episode of Younified, why is accentism perhaps the most commonly accepted form of discrimination in the workplace? Joining Mamobo to explore this often unconscious prejudice is entrepreneur Dr Toluwani Akaehomen, and Dr Stephen Lucek, Assistant Professor in Linguistics at the School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics at UCD. Also on the show: mental health advocate Blezzing Dada joins us to share her story; and Go Dance For Change tell us how they use dance for intercultural celebration.

Neurodiverse Festivals

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 08:00:00 +0000

Joining Mamobo is Emma Weld-Moore from Neurodiversity Ireland to explain how festivals and events in Ireland can better accommodate the neurodivergent community.

Dagogo Hart: Spoken Word Poet

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 07:55:00 +0000

Mamobo meets spoken word poet Dagogo Hart to chat about how his heritage shapes his creative work.

How can we challenge racism and discrimination in sport?

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 07:50:00 +0000

The Olympics has just kicked off, and representation, diversity and inclusivity is crucial to ensure everyone feels welcome to join it, watch it and enjoy it. Joining Mamobo to discuss the challenges facing sport right now when it comes to discrimination, and potentially some of the solutions, are: Niamh Tallon, founder of HerSport; Amina Moustafa, Sport Against Racism Ireland (SARI) development director; and Fahmeda Naheed, who works with Doras on EU-funded projects SALAAM (Sustainable Alliances against Anti-Muslim hate) and combatting racism in and through sports in the SCORE Project (Supporting Cities Opposing Racism in Europe).

FULL EPISODE: Tackling Discrimination in Sport; Poet Dagogo Hart; and Neurodiverse Festivals

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 07:45:00 +0000

Joining Mamobo to discuss the challenges facing sport right now when it comes to discrimination, and potentially some of the solutions, are: Niamh Tallon, founder of HerSport; Amina Moustafa, Sport Against Racism Ireland (SARI) development director; and Fahmeda Naheed, who works with Doras on EU-funded projects SALAAM (Sustainable Alliances against Anti-Muslim hate) and combatting racism in and through sports in the SCORE Project (Supporting Cities Opposing Racism in Europe). Also in this episode: spoken word poet Dagogo Hart on how his heritage influences his art; and we hear about what festivals and events can do to better accommodate the neurodiverse community.

Why we should celebrate disability pride

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 08:20:00 +0000

Maryam Madani, the founder of Disability Power Ireland, joins Mamobo Ogoro to discuss the upcoming disability pride parade, on Saturday 27th July.

'It is tough for queer people of colour. I stopped going to queer bars because I feel alone there'

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 08:15:00 +0000

Queer activist Pradeep Mahadeshwar joins Mamobo Ogoro on Younified to share his story.

How should we reintegrate former prisoners back into society?

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 08:10:00 +0000

When it comes to the lives of people with past convictions, it can be quite complicated to reintegrate back into society and come back to social norms. On the panel is Damien Quinn, founder of Speire Nua, which aims to assist people with criminal convictions to access the labour market, and Pat Sheedy, author of “A Hundred To One”, who both served time in prison, and also by Saoirse Brady, executive director of the Irish Penal Reform Trust, to give their thoughts on how best to reintegrate former prisoners into society.

FULL EPISODE: Reintegrating Former Prisoners; Queer Activist Pradeep Mahadeshwar; and the Disability Pride Parade

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 08:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Younified, we will be exploring how we should reintegrate former prisoners back into society - we'll meet some who spent time behind bars and hear what they think. We’ll talk to a queer activist who moved from India to Ireland who will be telling us why he still feels lonely on the gay scene here. And we’ll be hearing about the importance of celebrating disability pride, as the founder of Disability Power Ireland will be here to tell us about the upcoming disability pride parade in Dublin.

The Galpal Collective

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 08:20:00 +0000

Ashley Chadamoyo Makombe explains how The Galpal Collective supports creatives in Ireland.

'I wanted to get better - but I was addicted to heroin'

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 08:15:00 +0000

Eileen McHugh, CEO of Hair Together, shares her personal story with Mamobo Ogoro on her struggles with addiction and how she came to create her social enterprise.

Is Queer Housing A Good Idea?

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 08:10:00 +0000

Would it make you feel more comfortable if you were living with people of the same - or fluid - sexualities? And is queer housing a good idea? Joining Mamobo Ogoro to discuss this are: Eileen Leahy, chair of Aisteach queer housing cooperative, Oisin O’Reilly, CEO of the Outhouse LGBTQ+ Centre, TCD MA student Hana Flamm who is researching the history of Dublin's gay bars, and Today FM's Cathal O’Sullivan.

FULL EPISODE: Queer Housing; Hair Together; and The Galpal Collective

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 08:00:00 +0000

Mamobo Ogoro chats to our panel - Eileen Leahy from Aisteach queer housing cooperative, Oisin O'Reilly from Outhouse LGBTQ+ Centre, Hana Flamm, MA student at Trinity College Dublin researching the history of Dublin's gay bars, and Today FM's Cathal O'Sullivan - about whether queer housing is a good idea; we meet Eileen McHugh, CEO of Hair Together, on how her social enterprise helped her overcome her addiction; and Ashley Chadamoyo Makombe from The Galpal Collective shares how they support creatives in Ireland.

Why are we drawn to Asian cuisine?

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 08:20:00 +0000

We head to visit Asia Market in Dublin's city centre to explore their cuisine offerings and the role their heritage plays.

‘Every day feels like a lifetime’ – sleeping in Phoenix Park

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 08:15:00 +0000

Host Mamobo Ogoro chats to Allen Bobinac from the Lighthouse homeless cafe, who himself was homeless, alongside Aubrey McCarthy from the Tiglin charity, to hear how they are helping those on our streets.

Why is there so much judgement about invisible disabilities?

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 08:10:00 +0000

In this episode of Younified, Mamobo Ogoro meets Adam Harris from autism charity As I Am and Emily Larkin from Invisible Disability Ireland to hear about the realities of living with an invisible condition.

FULL EPISODE: Invisible Disabilities, Being Homeless, And Exploring The Asia Market

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 08:00:00 +0000

Adam Harris from autism charity As I Am and Emily Larkin from Invisible Disability Ireland join Mamobo Ogoro in this week's episode of Younified to explore the world of invisible disabilities. Also on the show, Allen Bobinac talks to Mamobo about being formerly homeless, alongside Tiglin founder Aubrey McCarthy. And finally for The Social Scene we take a trip to Dublin's Asia Market.

The Social Scene: The Sanctuary Runners

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 08:20:00 +0000

Mamobo Ogoro meets the Sanctuary Runners, a running group that encourages Irish residents to run alongside, and in solidarity with, migrants, asylum seekers and refugees. Joining her is Graham Clifford, their Founder and Head of International Development, and Adan Khalif Musa from Somalia.

What's Your Story: Rapper Kkamii Kitana

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 08:15:00 +0000

To celebrate Pride Month, Mamobo Ogoro chats to trans rapper Kkamii Kitana about her journey.

Is The Travelling Community Misrepresented On Screen?

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 08:10:00 +0000

Joining Mamobo Ogoro to discuss the depiction of travellers in Irish film and TV are Catherine Joyce, from the Blanchardstown Traveller Development Group, who previously won Person of The Year for her contribution to the progression of Traveller rights; actor Joshua Donoghue and director Ethan Donoghue, also from the travelling community.

FULL EPISODE: Traveller Representation On Screen, Rapper Kkamii Kitana and The Sanctuary Runners

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 08:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Mamobo Ogoro discusses the depiction of travellers in Irish film and TV, with Catherine Joyce, from the Blanchardstown Traveller Development Group, who previously won Person of The Year for her contribution to the progression of Traveller rights; actor Joshua Donoghue and director Ethan Donoghue, also from the travelling community.

To mark Pride Month, we will meet rapper Kkamii Kitana who will be telling us her story of transitioning. And we’ll talk about how sport is bringing immigrant and Irish communities together when the Sanctuary Runners join us in studio.

The Social Scene: Global Kitchen Kilkenny

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 08:20:00 +0000

We explore Ireland's cultural diversity through food with the Global Kitchen Kilkenny.

What’s Your Story: Wheelchair User James Cawley

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 08:15:00 +0000

Mamobo Ogoro is joined by wheelchair user James Cawley to hear how he pursued his dream of a teaching career.

The Heart of the Matter: Leading Changemakers

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 08:10:00 +0000

Paddy Smyth, Paul Ryder and Briana Fitzsimons join host Mamobo Ogoro to discuss how they have led the way making change in Irish society.

FULL EPISODE: Influencing Change: Who is leading the way?

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 08:00:00 +0000

In the very first episode of Younified, we’ll be meeting a panel of changemakers - Briana Fitzsimons, Paul Ryder and Paddy Smyth - to hear about how they made their mark on society; we’ll be chatting to wheelchair user James Cawley; and we'll also be speaking about cultural diversity and food with Global Kitchen Kilkenny.

Trailer

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 08:18:00 +0000

Listen, laugh and learn, on our brand new show ‘Younified’, where we will be meeting people from underrepresented diverse communities around Ireland to hear their stories and perspectives. Hosted by Mamobo Ogoro, with the support of Coimisiún na Mean.