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Alive and Kicking with Clare McKenna

Clare McKenna looks at ‘health’ in the widest sense of the word. From mindfulness to skin problems, from personal health journeys to tips for better exercise, Clare tries to bring you a dose of happy and healthy living. Listen and subscribe to Alive and Kicking with Clare McKenna on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App. You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'

Latest episodes

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Alive and Kicking Full Episode 29/06/25

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Dealing with family estrangement with Karl Melvin

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Dr Mark Rowe on embracing micro-moments of connection

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The dangers of wellness claims with Psychotherapist Cara Byrne

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The Secret of Gut Health

This week on Alive and Kicking Clare McKenna chats to Dr Alan Desmond about why we don't need Colonic Irrigation for a Healthy Cut. The pandemic has fueled a surge in antidepressants and other medicines being issued to patients with mental health concerns, Clare will be joined by psychologist Allison Keating to discuss this and talk through some coping skills. Plus Niall O'Flionn on the health benefits of Tai Chi.