Join Joe and Sherin Hughes as they welcome the one and only Mary Byrne - the Tesco worker who became an X Factor sensation and captured the hearts of Ireland!

In this powerful episode, hosts Joe and Sherin Hughes sit down with Úna Ennis, founder of Archie's Army and mother to 8-year-old Archie, who was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy just ten months ago.

About Archie's Army:
Archie's Army has raised €1.2 million towards the €3.5 million needed for gene therapy treatment in America. But the fight continues - not just for Archie, but for 110 boys in Ireland who need Translarna approved and available through the HSE.

GoFundMe:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/4s5t9y-please-help-our-boy

Sponsored by: Active Lams (10/10 party tray review!)

This is a story of hope, community, and a mother's unwavering determination to save her son's life. 💚

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In this episode, Sherin and Joe sit down with Jason Byrne — founder of Rise Above It and Ballymun Running Club — to talk about his powerful journey through addiction, recovery, and how he’s now helping others through fitness, mindset, and community work.

Jason opens up about his 16-year struggle with addiction, the moment that changed everything, and how he’s now inspiring people across Ireland to “rise above it” — literally and figuratively. There are plenty of laughs too, from stories of wild nights to jokes that close the episode with a smile.

Welcome to Episode 11 of The Joe Irish Podcast with Sherin Hughes.
In this episode, Sherin chats with Kiera Dignam, the talented singer and daughter of the late Christy Dignam, frontman of Aslan.

Kiera opens up about her life growing up in Finglas, her journey as a musician, becoming a mother at 17, balancing family and career. She also speaks candidly about her father’s illness, his passing, and how she continues to honour his legacy through her own music.

This episode is full of laughter, emotion, and raw honesty - a heartfelt conversation about life, family, and finding your voice.

#JoeIrishPodcast #KieraDignam #ChristyDignam #Aslan #IrishPodcast #IrishMusic #DublinPodcast #MusicPodcast #Ireland #FemaleArtists

🎙️ The JoeIrish Podcast with Sherin Hughes – Episode 10: Coach Ken
Welcome to a powerful and unfiltered episode featuring Coach Ken from the Cherry Orchard Running Club. From childhood in Bluebell to addiction, crime, and redemption, Ken shares his journey with brutal honesty, humour, and heart. This one’s a story of survival, community, and transformation.

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💬 Let us know in the comments what part of Ken’s story hit you hardest.

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