Digg Podcast

Hosted by CAROLINE O'NEILL

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The Digg Podcast is about making a difference in life and business. In my opinion, there is no way the two can be separated. Throughout the podcast, I will speak to people who are doing inspiring things in the business world but also those who have a personal story to tell. I hope you learn from and become inspired by what you hear, realising that we can all make a difference no matter what path we take in life. Thank you for listening. IG: https://www.instagram.com/diggforsuccess/ LI: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/carolineoneilldigg

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July 27, 2026Episode 19659 min

E196: Classical Singer Russell Watson on the Diagnosis that Changed Everything

Russell Watson is one of the world’s most successful classical singers, with more than seven million albums sold and performances for royalty, presidents and the Pope. Russell Watson shares how he went from factory night shifts and working men’s clubs in Salford, England, to international success. He opens up about the warning signs that were dismissed as stress, the life changing diagnosis that followed and the moment he realised everything could change. Russell also talks about surviving serious illness, rebuilding his career, staying grounded through fame and why talent, hard work and trusting your own instincts have kept him at the top for more than 25 years. Links from Episode Russell Watson Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/officialrussellwatson/?hl=en Tour Dates - https://www.awaywithmedia.com/tours/russell-watson Location Partner - Dunadry Hotel and Gardens https://www.dunadry.com/ which is part of https://mckeeverhotels.com/ Use Digg15 for 15% off B&B stays in any of their seven hotels. Code valid until 30th September, applicable on stays up to 30th March 2027

July 20, 2026Episode 19553 min

E195: Black Paddy on Irish Humour, Racism and the Man Behind the Viral Videos

Black Paddy (Fabu-D) is one of Ireland’s most recognisable online personalities, a comedian, storyteller and content creator known for travelling through towns across the island, meeting people, sharing laughs and bringing his own energy everywhere he goes. He shares the story behind Black Paddy, coming to Ireland from Nigeria, building a life here, and becoming a bridge between cultures. He opens up about Irish humour, racism, social media, fatherhood, faith, comedy and the personal battles that shaped the man behind the viral videos. A funny, honest and powerful conversation about identity, culture, resilience, second chances and why what you give out comes back to you. Links from Episodes Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blackpaddy_official/?hl=en TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@the_black_paddy?lang=en Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheBlackPaddyShow/videos Website - https://www.black-paddy.com/ Location Partner - Dunadry Hotel and Gardens https://www.dunadry.com/ which is part of https://mckeeverhotels.com/ Use Digg15 for 15% off B&B stays in any of their seven hotels. Code valid until 30th September, applicable on stays up to 30th March 2027

July 13, 2026Episode 1941 hr 4 min

E194: Protecting Yourself when Separating, Divorce Law and Prenups with Karen O’Leary

Karen O’Leary is one of Ireland’s best known family and child law solicitors, senior partner and head of family and child law at Caldwell & Robinson Solicitors. Karen shares clear, practical advice on divorce, separation, prenups, cohabitation rights and family law in Ireland. She explains the myth of common law marriage, what happens to the family home, pensions, businesses and finances when a relationship breaks down, and why living together does not give you the same legal protection as marriage. Karen also talks about mediation, protecting your privacy during separation, supporting children through divorce, and why uploading private family law or divorce documents to ChatGPT could get you into serious trouble. A must listen for anyone going through separation, thinking about divorce, living with a partner, or wanting to understand their legal rights before they need them. Links from Episode Caldwell and Robinson Solicitors - https://www.caldwellrobinson.com/ Location Partner - Dunadry Hotel and Gardens https://www.dunadry.com/ which is part of https://mckeeverhotels.com/ Use Digg15 for 15% off B&B stays in any of their seven hotels. Code valid until 30th September, applicable on stays up to 30th March 2027

July 6, 2026Episode 19259 min

E193: Stephen McCammon on Menarys, Family Business, Retail Resilience and 103 Years on the High Street

Stephen McCammon is the Managing Director and owner of Menarys, the historic department store chain with a story that goes back over 103 years. Stephen shares the story behind Menarys, from its beginnings in Dungannon in 1923 to becoming one of Northern Ireland’s most recognised family retail businesses, now with 25 stores in 2026. He talks about the ring that reminds him where it all began, growing up during the Troubles, surviving bomb damage, the credit crunch, Covid, and the collapse of Arcadia. Stephen also opens up about leadership, succession, rebuilding after setbacks, and why Menarys still believes in the high street, community, and the people on the shop floor. This is a powerful conversation about family business, retail resilience, and what it really takes to keep going when everything around you is changing. Links from Episode Menarys Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/menarysofficial/ Website - https://menarys.com/ Location Partner - Dunadry Hotel and Gardens https://www.dunadry.com/ which is part of https://mckeeverhotels.com/ Use Digg15 for 15% off B&B stays in any of their seven hotels. Code valid until 30th September, applicable on stays up to 30th March 2027

June 29, 2026Episode 19257 min

E192: Losing Both Parents & Sister in One Night & finding Strength Through Grief with Marie Boyle

Marie Boyle works in Snaubs Boutique in Newry, but behind her warmth, humour and positivity is a story of unimaginable loss. At just 21 years old, Marie lost both of her parents and her sister in one night. Marie shares what happened, how she found a way to keep going, and the tools that helped her live through grief, including talking, meditation, EFT tapping, energy healing, signs, faith and learning how to be kind to herself on the hardest days. This is a powerful conversation about grief, trauma, loss, resilience, healing and learning how to live again after the worst thing imaginable. Marie speaks so openly about the pain of losing her family, the guilt that can come with feeling joy again, and the small moments of grace that helped her rebuild her life. It is heartbreaking, but it is also full of light. A reminder that even in the darkest moments, there can still be hope. Links from Episode Marie Boyle Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mlbboyler/ Brought to you in Partnership with… Voduz Hair - Digg Mama Bounce Back Bundle - https://www.voduzhair.com/products/digg-mamas-bounce-back-bundle?_pos=1&_sid=2d1de0746&_ss=r No code needed for Digg Mama Bounce Back Bundle For 15% off use Digg15 https://www.diggcommunity.com/offer/voduz Location Partner - Dunadry Hotel and Gardens https://www.dunadry.com/ which is part of https://mckeeverhotels.com/ Use Digg15 for 15% off B&B stays in any of their seven hotels. Code valid until 30th September, applicable on stays up to 30th March 2027

June 22, 2026Episode 19155 min

E191: Father Conor McGrath on Priesthood, Social Media and Changing How People See the Church

Father Conor McGrath is a Catholic priest, vocations director and one of the youngest men to become a parish priest in Ireland. Father Conor talks about being called to priesthood from a young age, becoming ordained at 25, and what life as a priest is really like today. Faith, loneliness, people walking away from the Catholic Church, social media, women in the Church, leadership, parish life, different cultures coming together, and why asking questions about religion matters were all discussed. Whether you are a person of faith, have stepped away from the Church, or are simply curious about priesthood and modern religion in Ireland, this is an honest conversation about faith, community and belonging. Links from Episode Fr Conor McGrath Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/downandconnor_vocations/?hl=en Location Partner - Dunadry Hotel and Gardens https://www.dunadry.com/ which is part of https://mckeeverhotels.com/ Use Digg15 for 15% off B&B stays in any of their seven hotels. Code valid until 30th September, applicable on stays up to 30th March 2027

June 15, 2026Episode 19049 min

E190: Olivia McVeigh on Alopecia, Endometriosis and Learning to Be Confident

Olivia McVeigh is a makeup artist, entrepreneur, content creator, podcast host and advocate who has built a powerful online community through her honesty around alopecia, endometriosis, confidence and women’s health. Olivia opens up about losing her hair, learning to wear wigs with confidence, being diagnosed with endometriosis after years of pain, and why female pain is too often ignored. She talks about being put into menopause at 24, the reality of living with alopecia, the importance of advocating for yourself, and why she refuses to let online opinions stop her from showing up. Olivia also shares the story behind the Girls Groupchat podcast, her BBC 100 Women recognition, her wig workshops, and why representation for women with hair loss matters so much. This is a conversation about confidence, resilience, female health, social media and learning to stop seeing yourself as something that needs to be fixed. Links from Episode Olivia McVeigh Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/oliviamcveigh_/?hl=en The Girls Groupchat Live Tickets at the SSE Arena Belfast https://www.ticketmaster.ie/the-girls-groupchat-live-tickets/artist/5590494?venueId=460013&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZnRzaASY9UlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAacNy07OnQxEsESZUHkKIrhOx8gghPnPVdbkXtXRILyTCK7iv11VJOhUn7j3Wg_aem_CcnAq0jiryLLB_eNAZkLKQ Resources: Endometriosis UK - https://www.endometriosis-uk.org/ App - Frendo Endometriosis Tracker Alopecia UK - https://www.alopecia.org.uk/ Brought to you in Partnership with… Voduz Hair - Digg Mama Bounce Back Bundle - https://www.voduzhair.com/products/digg-mamas-bounce-back-bundle?_pos=1&_sid=2d1de0746&_ss=r No code needed for Digg Mama Bounce Back Bundle For 15% off use Digg15 https://www.diggcommunity.com/offer/voduz Location Partner - Dunadry Hotel and Gardens https://www.dunadry.com/ which is part of https://mckeeverhotels.com/ Use Digg15 for 15% off B&B stays in any of their seven hotels. Code valid until 30th September, applicable on stays up to 30th March 2027

June 8, 2026Episode 1891 hr 20 min

E189: The Truth About Property Development, Business & Bouncing Back with Gary McCausland

Gary McCausland is a very successful property developer, businessman, founder and CEO of The Richland Group, founder of Hubflow, former Channel 5 TV presenter and author of How to Make a Million from Property . From starting out counting sausages in a factory to building businesses across Belfast, London and beyond, Gary shares the real story behind his journey, including the highs of success, the impact of the 2008 financial crash, and how he rebuilt after nearly losing everything. Gary also gives honest advice on property investment, negotiation, leadership, making better decisions and why entrepreneurship will quickly humble you. If you’re interested in property, business, resilience or backing yourself when things get tough, this is an episode you’ll want to hear. Links from Episode Gary McCausland LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-j-mccausland-4b0a912/ Hubflow - https://www.hubflow.com/ Richland Group - https://www.richlandgroup.co.uk/ Gary’s Book - How to Make a Million from Property Brought to you in Partnership with… Duality Healthcare - https://www.diggcommunity.com/offer/duality-heathcare For 10% off any memberships use code Digg10 Location Partner - Dunadry Hotel and Gardens https://www.dunadry.com/ which is part of https://mckeeverhotels.com/ Use Digg15 for 15% off B&B stays in any of their seven hotels. Code valid until 30th September, applicable on stays up to 30th March 2027

June 1, 2026Episode 1881 hr 5 min

E188: Emer Maguire on Autism, Coming Out and becoming a Comedian

Emer Maguire is a comedian, musical performer, content creator and singer from Strabane, best known for her relatable comedy, viral songs and live shows across Ireland and the UK. A funny, honest conversation about growing up painfully shy, being diagnosed with autism, coming out, family acceptance, online trolls, life on stage and the rescue dog who changed her life. Emer opens up about feeling different as a child, the challenges of social anxiety, why education around autism matters, and how her assistance dog Dougal has given her more confidence and independence. Emer shares the story behind her comedy, her love of music and the Irish family WhatsApp group song that had everyone laughing. A brilliant episode about identity, resilience, family, autism, acceptance and finding your place in the world. Links from Episode Emer Maguire Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/emermaguireofficial/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@emermaguireofficial Show dates and tickets… https://www.emermaguire.com/ Brought to you in Partnership with… Voduz Hair - Digg Mama Bounce Back Bundle - https://www.voduzhair.com/products/digg-mamas-bounce-back-bundle?_pos=1&_sid=2d1de0746&_ss=r No code needed for Digg Mama Bounce Back Bundle For 15% off use Digg15 https://www.diggcommunity.com/offer/voduz Location Partner - Dunadry Hotel and Gardens https://www.dunadry.com/ which is part of https://mckeeverhotels.com/ Use Digg15 for 15% off B&B stays in any of their seven hotels. Code valid until 30th September, applicable on stays up to 30th March 2027

May 25, 2026Episode 1871 hr 5 min

E187: How Country Star Lisa McHugh Built Her Career, then Her Body Forced Her to Stop

Country music star Lisa McHugh opens up about her music career, burnout, motherhood and recovery after being diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). Lisa shares the reality behind breaking into the Irish country music scene, the success of Applejack, the support she received from Daniel O’Donnell and Philomena Begley, and the hard work behind becoming one of Ireland’s best known country singers. She also speaks honestly about the terrifying moment she suddenly lost the power in both of her legs after years of stress, exhaustion and constantly pushing through. This is a powerful conversation about burnout, nervous system overload, mental health, healing and learning that your health truly is your wealth. Links from Episode Lisa McHugh Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lisa_mchugh/?hl=en-gb Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LisaMchughOfficial/?locale=en_GB Enable Occupational Therapy https://enableotni.com/ Michael O’Doherty https://michaelodoherty.ie/ Brought to you in Partnership with… Duality Healthcare - https://www.diggcommunity.com/offer/duality-heathcare For 10% off any memberships use code Digg10 Voduz Hair - Digg Mama Bounce Back Bundle - https://www.voduzhair.com/products/digg-mamas-bounce-back-bundle?_pos=1&_sid=2d1de0746&_ss=r No code needed for Digg Mama Bounce Back Bundle For 15% off use Digg15 https://www.diggcommunity.com/offer/voduz Location Partner - Dunadry Hotel and Gardens https://www.dunadry.com/ which is part of https://mckeeverhotels.com/ Use Digg15 for 15% off B&B stays in any of their seven hotels. Code valid until 30th September, applicable on stays up to 30th March 2027