Unveiled with Niamh and Nessa

Niamh's house hunting journey might finally be coming to an end! But the stress and excitement of it all, combined with holiday prep has her feeling overwhelmed, and leaves her irritable to say the least. Thankfully, she's distracted by her dream hen party featuring the one and only Johnny Sexton. Nessa has also made a big purchase this week after paying off her dream wedding dress - But, now that the summer has arrived and reminded her just how sweaty you can get, she's considering some drastic measures to avoid any perspiration on her big day. She also makes a big reveal about some cosmetic news.

In 2020, while 37 weeks pregnant Aoibhe Devlin was exposed to such horrific trolling it forced her to take a break from social media. The trolls knew things only a close friend or family member could have known, and Aoibhe's trust in her close circle was shattered. She told Niamh and Nessa about taking a page out of Coleen Rooney's book and doing her own "Wagatha Christie" style investigation and the surprise she got when she unmasked one troll. Aoibhe decided not to let the trolls win and returned to posting on social media after a short break, but her self belief was hugely impacted. She's worked on herself since then to rebuild her confidence and is now focusing her energy on being a single mom to her two kids. Get in touch on Unveiled@GoLoudNow.com

Business woman and yoga instructor, Maura Rath (a.k.a Yoga With Maura) joined Niamh and Nessa for a chat all about getting started in yoga and the importance of finding the right teacher for you and the right practice. She even convinces Nessa to come along to her next class and give it a try. Maura also opened up about the pressure she felt to start a family after getting married, her decision to freeze her eggs and the differing reactions she received from her doctors and nurses, her family, and her followers online. And after a recent stint on The Apprentice Maura revealed what Lord Sugar is really like behind the scenes and explained why she decided to go on the show even though she never watched it! Get in touch on Unveiled@GoLoudNow.com

With a walk down the aisle fast approaching, Niamh will do anything promising to have her looking good on her big day, including a facial which has her looking every bit the blushing bride, emphasis on blushing. Hopefully that along with her new habit of microdosing workouts is enough to keep any cold feet at bay. Nessa meanwhile is less focused on her wedding prep, and more focused on meal prep and she takes on the glucose goddess challenge. She explains just what's involved and how a celebrity break up lead her to take it on. The girls also answer your listener questions - Get them into us at Unveiled@GoLoudNow.com or dm us on instagram.com/unveiledpod/

Denise Kenny-Byrne was inspired to start her wellness brand, The Head Plan after her husband was diagnosed with blood cancer in 2018. Meditation and journaling helped Denise to keep calm during that time of stress, and more recently it helped her through her IVF journey. She explained what manifesting really is, why it's so misunderstood and how she rejects toxic positivity. Denise and her husband Ciaran recently appeared on Dragon's Den and got backing for The Head Plan and she told us all about that process and what's still to come for her, including potentially a sibling for her daughter Charlotte. Get in touch on Unveiled@GoLoudNow.com

Buying a home in Ireland is tough and it’s a process Niamh is going through right now. But Doddl.ie’s Martina Hennessy has been helping her through the process of applying for a mortgage, learning what supports are available and has been a wealth of knowledge. Niamh and Nessa ask her about everything mortgage-related in this episode, like what’s the difference between the Help To Buy Scheme and the First Home Scheme? Are there any supports for people like Niamh who are looking to buy their second home? If you get a lump sum, should you put it towards the mortgage, or should you live Niamh’s dream of getting a helicopter to Glasto… Get in touch on Unveiled@GoLoudNow.com

Once known as Kneevo, Niamh O'Connor has matured a lot since she first started out on social media, and part of that has been recognising and owning up to her mistakes. For Niamh, a two week stint in the hospital after developing cellulitis from bum filler was the wake up call she needed to realise that her blasé attitude to cosmetic procedures was wrong. Now, she wants everyone to know the real risks and she joined Niamh and Nessa to share her story of how she went from going under the knife 5 times in one year to turning her back on cosmetic procedures entirely. She also opened up about her life online, why she decided to quit Only Fans despite being Ireland's most successful creator, and who the most famous person lurking in her DMs is... Get in touch on Unveiled@GoLoudNow.com! This podcast includes a paid advertisement by 888 Casino.

With the popularity of cycle syncing on the rise, Niamh sits Nessa down and explains the new trend which is not as Nessa thinks when two women have the same time of the month but rather the practice of altering your diet and exercise to suit where you are in your menstrual cycle. Niamh lays out just what you should and shouldn't do during the various stages to reap the benefits. Nessa shares her tale of a disastrous bridal dress shopping experience and wants to hear about the experience of other brides to be - Is it common not to even be allowed to browse the rails? Get in touch on Unveiled@GoLoudNow.com to let her know. This podcast includes a paid advertisement by 888 Casino.

Niamh and Nessa tackle one of the biggest wellness topics for women this week - The Pill. With the first prescription free birth control pill now available over the counter in America, the girls chat about their own experiences trying to find a pill that suits them and wonder whether we're given enough information about the impacts of taking hormonal contraception. Niamh also reveals that her recent injury might rule her out of the upcoming half marathon, and Nessa offers sage advice to a listener looking for an increase in pay. And the two ask if air taxis are the solution to Dublin's transport woes. This podcast includes a paid advertisement by 888 Casino.

Niamh and Nessa are joined by sleep expert and insomnia consultant with the Sleep Care Company, Anne Marie Boyhan who shares her top tips for sleeping well. And it couldn't come at a better time for Niamh still tired from a restless night, while Nessa's simply happy to have her elaborate routine of opening windows and wearing a sleep mask justified by an expert. The three talk about everything from insomnia and burnout, to the sleepy girl mocktail and how parasites could be waking you up at night. The girls also posed some of your concerns to Anne Marie, send your listener questions in to Unveiled@GoLoudNow.com. Find more information and tickets to Anne Marie's upcoming event on www.thesleepcarecompany.com.

Inspired by the viral 'Sephora Kids' trend seen online, Niamh and Nessa ask how young is too young to be using retinol and if an interest in skincare is damaging for kids or just a new wave of experimentation? They also take a trip down memory lane and recount some of their favourite, but sadly discontinued products from their youth. And that's not the only throwback from their childhood's mentioned - Niamh is also bringing back... falling? A tumble while out for a jog has her in need of some rest and relaxation, but true to form, she won't lie down for long. Much like the partner of a listener who got in touch looking for advice after he too injured himself but won't take the proper break needed to recover. Send in your questions to Unveiled@GoLoudNow.com.

Niamh is finally finished her 30 days hard and gives her honest assessment of the challenge which ended in a four day hangover. Nessa revels in the support she's received from her fellow candle lovers after she revealed last week that she burns one per week. Niamh holds her own position that it's mad, and tries to persuade Nessa to give incense and aromatherapy a go instead, touting the benefits of adding some essential oils to your life. And the two answer your questions on building up the confidence to go makeup free and navigating different cleanliness levels in a houseshare. Send your questions in to Unveiled@GoLoudNow.com.

Niamh and Nessa lament their lack of pastimes and reminisce on childhood hobbies, like speech and drama, Irish dancing and failed attempts at learning a musical instrument, for inspiration on how they could spend their evenings. Niamh reveals her not so secret love of performing and desire for the stage, while Nessa wonders how many candles is too many candles to burn per week. The girls also ask whether older generations had it better by focusing their efforts on more fulfilling pursuits, and get briefly confused by the game of Bridge. Tell us your dilemmas, or if you'd be interested in an Unveiled meet up by emailing Unveiled@GoLoudNow.com.

Just 12 short weeks after delivering her beautiful baby boy Jude, blogger and founder of Cloo Active and 67 Spritz, Louise Cooney joined Niamh and Nessa in studio. She opened up about life as a new mom and revealed that she’s finally starting to feel herself again after suffering with pelvic pain, but explained why it might be a while before she gets back to her usual fashion content. The girls also chatted about mom shaming and what maternity leave looks like for self employed women, and reminisced on some good times rubbing shoulders with celebrities. Get in touch on Unveiled@GoLoudNow.com.

Is anyone surprised to learn that Niamh and Nessa were often admonished for talking too much in school? It may make them ideal podcast hosts but it also means that a silent retreat is off the table! Despite all the benefits of reducing noise in our daily lives, the girls struggle to leave the house without headphones on as they discuss their recent attempts at the latest trend of silent walking. If a tree falls in the woods, but you have earphones in, does it make a sound? They also hear from one listener who's gotten the ick from her sore loser boyfriend and offer some tips for the best at home workouts for those days when you just can't bare to leave the house. Send your questions to Unveiled@GoLoudNow.com or send a DM to UnveiledPod.

Niamh and Nessa are back! And they've got plenty of news to share, from Nessa's engagement that was predicted on the pod, to Niamh's attempt at Dry Jan which is going as well as can be expected! There's also talk of the 75 Hard challenge, which Niamh has scaled down to a more manageable 30 days, although her addition of a few minutes of meditation means it's a hard no from Nessa. Would a rejection challenge suit Nessa more? The girls discuss the latest trend which sees people asking strangers to swap bikes, or for permission to take naps in mattress shops all to build up a tolerance to rejection. There's even a call out for dares, which can be sent in to Unveiled@GoLoudNow.com, along with your listener questions, dilemmas and any topic suggestions for the new season!

We reach the end of Season One of Unveiled, but Nessa is keen to make sure everyone knows this is only a brief breather, not the end - and she's policing all end of season reflections to make sure nobody veers into eulogy territory. Meanwhile, Nessa tells us of struggling with an unplanned hangover that caused her to hear colours, while Niamh has been living a wholesome life with hand carved reindeer and the novelty of cash payments. Niamh wonders if Nessa is finally losing her resolve and moving over to Niamh’s view on healthcare and wellbeing - and there is a conscious effort to make the podcast that bit more gender inclusive.

It may not even be December yet, but Niamh and Nessa are already beginning to feel the pressure of Christmas (Not Xmas - One abbreviation Niamh can't stand!) It can be a stressful time for those trying to navigate spending the day with their family, or a lonely one for others without anyone to celebrate with. The girls do their best to offer support to get through the festive season, as well as on how to make friends in your 30's. They also answer some of your listener questions on clashing with your personal trainer and coping with adult acne - If you have any questions send them to Unveiled@GoLoudNow.com.

Niamh and Nessa are done with the weighing scales and allowing the numbers they show to make them feel bad - And are all about how you feel instead! The girls reflect on the changes in diet culture in recent years and look back at some controversial diets from the past including one from the 1970's that incorporates a full bottle of white wine. Niamh talks about how her recent weeks spent 'living like a king' have seen her go up a dress size and how grateful she is that she's no longer in a headspace where something as inconsequential as a clothes tag will ruin her day. And new to weight lifting Nessa chats about the difference she's seen as a result of her workouts and explains her new high protein diet of... beef sandwiches? Get in touch on Unveiled@GoLoudNow.com

After losing her father, veteran broadcaster Gerry Ryan, when she was just 17, Bonnie Ryan has gone on to become a hugely successful makeup artist and content creator. She joined Niamh and Nessa to talk about her grief and the coping mechanisms she has found as the years go on, including getting up at 5am every day and manifesting the life she wants. She also told them about how one of her dreams has now come true as she launches her own makeup collaboration with SOSU and how she persisted with her goals despite struggles with adult acne knocking her confidence.