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Beat Breakfast Podcast October 30th 2020 by 186461

I'm in love with my new pooch but my boyfriend wants me to be more strict with him #Dilemma

My partner is moving in his brother and I'm not okay with it! #Dilemma

My husband isn't supporting my pre-wedding weight-loss. He keeps eating in front of me and bringing home sweets everyday. #Dilemma

Orla chats to one half of the couple raffling their house and car to travel the world, she hears more about ADHD Awareness month and talks to a Beat presenter with the disorder.

This week Kev chats to three men in very different sporting circumstances. Fran Rockett chats about Waterford FC's future. Dylan Moran tells us about his next big fight night. And James Deane speaks about the changing perception of drifting.

This week Kevin hears from Jayson Molumby's camp after his international exploits. Tipperary's Paul Collins chats about keeping young players motivated through lockdown. And we chat to Waterford Camogie captain Niamh Rockett after last week's disappointing decision at Congress against supporting dual-players

Waterford FC manager Fran Rockett sits down with Kevin to chat the crazy 2020 season that's been for the club, working under John Sheridan, and the future of the club

Getting signed to a record label is a dream come true for many musicians. But what does it entail, how can you make it happen? In a rare interview with the press, Michelle asks Mark Crossingham, MD at Universal Music Ireland for advice on getting noticed by a label. Finally, she speaks to recently signed South East Artist Robert Grace about dreaming of fame, and having those dreams come true.

Beat Breakfast Podcast October 23rd 2020 by 186461

So far we have met musicians, producer,press and manager, and unfortunately, they have all been men. There is still a great gender imbalance in the music industry and this needs to change. Michelle speaks to up and coming Wexford singer Saige on what its like as a woman in the business, and asks Music PR Manager Sabrina Sheehan if the girls are finally getting their voices heard

I found a hidden engagement ring but I never want to get married. #Dilemma

You can be the next Beyoncé or Jay Z and nobody might ever know about you. A musician without an audience is like a business without customers, and you need to put work into finding your fans. Michelle speaks to Beat Presenter Rob O’ Connor about getting your music on the radio, and chats with prolific music blogger Nialler9 on using social media to your advantage

My selfish partner wants the shared car all to himself #Dilemma

It takes more than talent to make it in the music industry, you need to have the right people behind you. Michelle speaks to Ciaran Conroy form Milestone Music Management about the role of a music manager in developing an artist. She also chats to renowned Producer Phil Magee, who has worked with The Script, Kodaline, and Wild Youth, to name a few, all about developing the sound that sells.

How do I get my messy boyfriend to clean up after himself? #Dilemma

Direct from her apartment in Berlin, Rob caught up with Lydia Ford to chat about her new single 'A Year', her production process & direct lyrical style and the Irish queer-pop scene.

Rob O'Connor from Irish Beats had an extended chat with Louize Carroll a psychologist with Minding Creative Minds. MCM is a new mental health initiative aimed at members of the Irish music industry which can offer short-term intervention and advice covering practical day-to-day issues that cause anxiety or stress. As well an occupational psychologist, Louize is also the bass player with The Blizzards and Irish Women In Harmony and the conversation also took in her own musical obsessions. Minding Creative Minds can be contacted via mindingcreativeminds.ie or by calling 1800 814 244 in the Republic or 0800 0903677 in Northern Ireland. Photo credit: Carl McGrath

Sigala has released his latest single ‘Lasting Lover’ in collaboration with James Arthur. Trish caught up with the music heavyweights for a chat.

Episode 1: Meet the Musicians Oct 19th Michelle opens the series by speaking to two successful from the South East– Alex Gough and Chris Breheny (Moncrieff) Both of these artists have worked tirelessly to carve out their career and have dreams to get to greater heights. They share their story and advice for making it in the music biz.