Grow Up with Kirstie Sat, 07 Mar 2026 13:22:39 -0500 https://growupwithkirstie.buzzsprout.com en-gb © 2026 Grow Up with Kirstie yes f46fecce-c5a5-57cb-a105-d6ac157d3ffa Kirstie Duggan episodic true Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Kirstie Duggan https://storage.buzzsprout.com/cp5xpqqprrowncl6i36fah4v33rj?.jpg Grow Up with Kirstie Ep 11: The inspiring Mental Health story of Hannah Ennis Ep 11: The inspiring Mental Health story of Hannah Ennis To mark a very special day, World Mental Health Day, we are back with the most powerful story from Hannah Ennis. She is someone who inspired me to share my own story and I’m so grateful she has trusted me to now share hers.

She takes us on the journey that led to her time in rehab in Thailand because unfortunately like so many others, the healthcare system in Ireland failed her.

We chat about how we’ve both used drugs and alcohol as an escape as well as serious self-sabotage and navigating our way out of that. Hannah shares the daily habits, tools & alternative therapies that help her keep the intrusive thought and old patterns from creeping in. But still, not every day is perfect.

Make sure to give Hannah a follow on Instagram: @hannahennis__


TRIGGER WARNING: contains conversations surrounding Mental Health, suicide, self harm and depression that some listeners may find upsetting.

If you or anyone you know is struggling, please see the list of helplines attached below.

Samaritans: 116 123

Pieta house: 1800 247 247

Aware: 1800 80 48 48

If you live outside Ireland, Please search for helplines near you.



Also attached are the details of Zoe , who Kirstie is currently going to for Mindset Coaching & recommends during the episode. @Zoedunleamindsetcoach

]]> To mark a very special day, World Mental Health Day, we are back with the most powerful story from Hannah Ennis. She is someone who inspired me to share my own story and I’m so grateful she has trusted me to now share hers.

She takes us on the journey that led to her time in rehab in Thailand because unfortunately like so many others, the healthcare system in Ireland failed her.

We chat about how we’ve both used drugs and alcohol as an escape as well as serious self-sabotage and navigating our way out of that. Hannah shares the daily habits, tools & alternative therapies that help her keep the intrusive thought and old patterns from creeping in. But still, not every day is perfect.

Make sure to give Hannah a follow on Instagram: @hannahennis__


TRIGGER WARNING: contains conversations surrounding Mental Health, suicide, self harm and depression that some listeners may find upsetting.

If you or anyone you know is struggling, please see the list of helplines attached below.

Samaritans: 116 123

Pieta house: 1800 247 247

Aware: 1800 80 48 48

If you live outside Ireland, Please search for helplines near you.



Also attached are the details of Zoe , who Kirstie is currently going to for Mindset Coaching & recommends during the episode. @Zoedunleamindsetcoach

]]> Buzzsprout-13748555 Tue, 10 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0100 4447 2 6 full true Ep 10: Fresh starts, friendship & failed dates with Caz Ep 10: Fresh starts, friendship & failed dates with Caz The girls are back & there's a lot to catch up on!! Kirstie & Caz get stuck into a serious life update. They 've both faced hurdles over the past few months that have tested their 'healing era' lol. 

They chat about the ups and downs of friendship, getting over betrayal & OF COURSE, they couldn't help themselves but get juicy with the latest dating antics.

Caz gives us the inside scoop on her new podcast coming soon!!! And while Kirstie is only getting over the fear of turning 30 she's decided to move her life to a whole new city down under.

80% of the episode is full of laughs so as always, we encourage you to grab some wine & enjoooyyyy!

Make sure to give Caz a follow on Instagram: @maverick.caz

]]> The girls are back & there's a lot to catch up on!! Kirstie & Caz get stuck into a serious life update. They 've both faced hurdles over the past few months that have tested their 'healing era' lol. 

They chat about the ups and downs of friendship, getting over betrayal & OF COURSE, they couldn't help themselves but get juicy with the latest dating antics.

Caz gives us the inside scoop on her new podcast coming soon!!! And while Kirstie is only getting over the fear of turning 30 she's decided to move her life to a whole new city down under.

80% of the episode is full of laughs so as always, we encourage you to grab some wine & enjoooyyyy!

Make sure to give Caz a follow on Instagram: @maverick.caz

]]> Kirstie Duggan Buzzsprout-13677323 Thu, 28 Sep 2023 05:00:00 +0100 3163 full false Ep 9: Mastering your mindset in Sport - with my brother Ep 9: Mastering your mindset in Sport - with my brother Kirstie sits down with her brother, Jordan, who plays rugby professionally and gets an insight into what his day to day looks like (to my surprise he doesn't just go out and throw the ball lol).

Find out what it's like to be a team player even when you're in competition with each other and how he keeps a positive mindset in such a high pressured environment. We also chat about how much your environment impacts your mindset & how no one is responsible for your success except you.

Jordan is involved in a mental wellbeing support network for rugby players because let's face it your mindset & Mental Health is just as important as staying fit. Having many people around him who have struggled over the years, he explains how being there for peoples not a one size fits all & looks different for everyone.

Make sure to give Jordan a follow on Instagram: @jordanduggan

]]> Kirstie sits down with her brother, Jordan, who plays rugby professionally and gets an insight into what his day to day looks like (to my surprise he doesn't just go out and throw the ball lol).

Find out what it's like to be a team player even when you're in competition with each other and how he keeps a positive mindset in such a high pressured environment. We also chat about how much your environment impacts your mindset & how no one is responsible for your success except you.

Jordan is involved in a mental wellbeing support network for rugby players because let's face it your mindset & Mental Health is just as important as staying fit. Having many people around him who have struggled over the years, he explains how being there for peoples not a one size fits all & looks different for everyone.

Make sure to give Jordan a follow on Instagram: @jordanduggan

]]> Kirstie Duggan Buzzsprout-13468780 Fri, 25 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0100 2651 2 5 full false EP 8: The unheard truths of starting a new business - with Sinead EP 8: The unheard truths of starting a new business - with Sinead After starting their new ventures the same day last year, Kirstie chats to Sinead all about starting a new business & times they have to put on their big girl pants and make tough decisions.

Sinead not only explains the benefits of breathwork but we also get an insight into the other side of her business, birth chart readings. She tells us about the struggles of bringing quite a new concept to Ireland from Bali, where it's a regular practice for most.

Amongst too many belly laughs, find out what keeps them going after setbacks, the things that happen behind the scenes that no one speaks about & if it's all worth it.


Make sure to give Sinead a follow on Instagram: @sinead_tormey









]]> After starting their new ventures the same day last year, Kirstie chats to Sinead all about starting a new business & times they have to put on their big girl pants and make tough decisions.

Sinead not only explains the benefits of breathwork but we also get an insight into the other side of her business, birth chart readings. She tells us about the struggles of bringing quite a new concept to Ireland from Bali, where it's a regular practice for most.

Amongst too many belly laughs, find out what keeps them going after setbacks, the things that happen behind the scenes that no one speaks about & if it's all worth it.


Make sure to give Sinead a follow on Instagram: @sinead_tormey









]]> Kirstie Duggan Buzzsprout-13314269 Sun, 30 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0100 3597 full false Ep 7: 'A red flag for me would be how early they put out' with Andy Ep 7: 'A red flag for me would be how early they put out' with Andy Kirstie is back with a follow up episode from her dating episode with Caz.  She chats to Andy about casual sex, whether men and women can be friends & about ghosting being the easier option.

Andy doesn't hold back about what makes someone girlfriend material and gives us an insight into how some men think.

Make sure to give Andy a follow on Instagram: @andymeecoaching

]]> Kirstie is back with a follow up episode from her dating episode with Caz.  She chats to Andy about casual sex, whether men and women can be friends & about ghosting being the easier option.

Andy doesn't hold back about what makes someone girlfriend material and gives us an insight into how some men think.

Make sure to give Andy a follow on Instagram: @andymeecoaching

]]> Buzzsprout-13101195 Sun, 25 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0100 3162 2 3 full true Ep 6: 'I feel I'm going to live forever' with my Nanny Ep 6: 'I feel I'm going to live forever' with my Nanny Kirstie is chatting to the most iconic guest (this one will be hard to beat). Listen in to the most wholesome chats with her favourite human, her Nanny! 

Anne reflects on her life and gives her advice on friendships, relationships, feeling lost and even shares her experience with grief. She chats about her values and gives us an insight into her generation and how things have changed over the years. 

This is a special one, we hope you enjoy!


]]> Kirstie is chatting to the most iconic guest (this one will be hard to beat). Listen in to the most wholesome chats with her favourite human, her Nanny! 

Anne reflects on her life and gives her advice on friendships, relationships, feeling lost and even shares her experience with grief. She chats about her values and gives us an insight into her generation and how things have changed over the years. 

This is a special one, we hope you enjoy!


]]> Kirstie Duggan Buzzsprout-12330383 Sun, 26 Feb 2023 17:00:00 +0000 2271 2 2 full false Ep 5: 'I want the fucking ring' with Caz Ep 5: 'I want the fucking ring' with Caz Welcome backkkk! After a little break we are back into the swing of things.  Kirstie is back with her first podcast guest, Caz, chatting all things modern dating. Things get juicy as the girls discuss casual sex, those sticky situationships, ghosting & who wants to walk down the aisle. It's the advice you need to hear, WE need to hear but also definitely do not take at times.

It's a long one so grab a cup of tea (or wine lol), get cosy and buckle up.

Make sure to give Caz a follow on Instagram: @maverick.caz

]]> Welcome backkkk! After a little break we are back into the swing of things.  Kirstie is back with her first podcast guest, Caz, chatting all things modern dating. Things get juicy as the girls discuss casual sex, those sticky situationships, ghosting & who wants to walk down the aisle. It's the advice you need to hear, WE need to hear but also definitely do not take at times.

It's a long one so grab a cup of tea (or wine lol), get cosy and buckle up.

Make sure to give Caz a follow on Instagram: @maverick.caz

]]> Kirstie Duggan Buzzsprout-12099848 Mon, 23 Jan 2023 16:00:00 +0000 4048 2 1 full true Ep 4: 'I started to take the dogs tablets' Ep 4: 'I started to take the dogs tablets' In the final episode on Kirstie's Mental Health journey she talks about some of her darkest moments. She explains how she removed a toxic relationship and behaviours from her life which led to her move half way across the world. She also reflects on how far she's come and shares what's to come for the Podcast.

TRIGGER WARNING: contains conversations surrounding Mental Health, abusive relationships, suicide, self harm, depression and drugs that some listeners may find upsetting.

If you or anyone you know is struggling, please see the list of helplines attached below.

Samaritans: 116 123

Pieta house: 1800 247 247

Aware: 1800 80 48 48

Women’s Aid: 1800 341 900


If you live outside Ireland, Please search for helplines near you.

]]> In the final episode on Kirstie's Mental Health journey she talks about some of her darkest moments. She explains how she removed a toxic relationship and behaviours from her life which led to her move half way across the world. She also reflects on how far she's come and shares what's to come for the Podcast.

TRIGGER WARNING: contains conversations surrounding Mental Health, abusive relationships, suicide, self harm, depression and drugs that some listeners may find upsetting.

If you or anyone you know is struggling, please see the list of helplines attached below.

Samaritans: 116 123

Pieta house: 1800 247 247

Aware: 1800 80 48 48

Women’s Aid: 1800 341 900


If you live outside Ireland, Please search for helplines near you.

]]> Kirstie Duggan Buzzsprout-11810858 Sun, 04 Dec 2022 20:00:00 +0000 1550 1 4 full true Ep 3: 'They didn't have space for me' Ep 3: 'They didn't have space for me' Following on from the last episode, Kirstie talks about her experience in a Private Hospital after she was admitted because of her declining Mental Health. She also discusses Holistic therapies that helped her along the way and how she fell into old patterns of another unhealthy relationship.

TRIGGER WARNING: contains conversations surrounding Mental Health, abusive relationships, suicide, self harm, depression and drugs that some listeners may find upsetting.

If you or anyone you know is struggling, please see the list of helplines attached below.

Samaritans: 116 123

Pieta house: 1800 247 247

Aware: 1800 80 48 48

Women’s Aid: 1800 341 900


If you live outside Ireland, Please search for helplines near you.


Also attached are the details of Jenny Murphy, who Kirstie went to for Reiki which she discusses in detail in this episode.


Website: vibetribe.ie

Instagram: @vibe_tribe_jenny_murphy


]]> Following on from the last episode, Kirstie talks about her experience in a Private Hospital after she was admitted because of her declining Mental Health. She also discusses Holistic therapies that helped her along the way and how she fell into old patterns of another unhealthy relationship.

TRIGGER WARNING: contains conversations surrounding Mental Health, abusive relationships, suicide, self harm, depression and drugs that some listeners may find upsetting.

If you or anyone you know is struggling, please see the list of helplines attached below.

Samaritans: 116 123

Pieta house: 1800 247 247

Aware: 1800 80 48 48

Women’s Aid: 1800 341 900


If you live outside Ireland, Please search for helplines near you.


Also attached are the details of Jenny Murphy, who Kirstie went to for Reiki which she discusses in detail in this episode.


Website: vibetribe.ie

Instagram: @vibe_tribe_jenny_murphy


]]> Buzzsprout-11685068 Mon, 14 Nov 2022 09:00:00 +0000 1779 1 3 full true Ep 2: 'I paint red flags bright fucking pink' Ep 2: 'I paint red flags bright fucking pink' And we are back!! Following on from the first episode, Kirstie continues to share her struggles with Mental Health, including her experience in an emotionally abusive relationship and unhealthy patterns that eventually led to some time in hospital. 

TRIGGER WARNING: contains conversations surrounding Mental Health, abusive relationships, suicide, self harm, depression and drugs that some listeners may find upsetting.

If you or anyone you know is struggling, please see the list of helplines attached below.

Samaritans: 116 123

Pieta house: 1800 247 247

Aware: 1800 80 48 48

Women’s Aid: 1800 341 900


If you live outside Ireland, Please search for helplines near you.

]]> And we are back!! Following on from the first episode, Kirstie continues to share her struggles with Mental Health, including her experience in an emotionally abusive relationship and unhealthy patterns that eventually led to some time in hospital. 

TRIGGER WARNING: contains conversations surrounding Mental Health, abusive relationships, suicide, self harm, depression and drugs that some listeners may find upsetting.

If you or anyone you know is struggling, please see the list of helplines attached below.

Samaritans: 116 123

Pieta house: 1800 247 247

Aware: 1800 80 48 48

Women’s Aid: 1800 341 900


If you live outside Ireland, Please search for helplines near you.

]]> Kirstie Duggan Buzzsprout-11602996 Mon, 31 Oct 2022 19:00:00 +0000 1821 1 2 full true Ep 1: 'I became a very good liar' Ep 1: 'I became a very good liar' In this first episode, Kirstie shares a raw and unfiltered account of her experiences with Mental Health from a young age. This episode lays the foundations of what’s to come throughout her journey of growing up. 


TRIGGER WARNING: contains conversations surrounding Mental Health, suicide, self harm and depression that some listeners may find upsetting.

If you or anyone you know is struggling, please see the list of helplines attached below.

Samaritans: 116 123

Pieta house: 1800 247 247

Aware: 1800 80 48 48


If you live outside Ireland, Please search for helplines near you.



]]> In this first episode, Kirstie shares a raw and unfiltered account of her experiences with Mental Health from a young age. This episode lays the foundations of what’s to come throughout her journey of growing up. 


TRIGGER WARNING: contains conversations surrounding Mental Health, suicide, self harm and depression that some listeners may find upsetting.

If you or anyone you know is struggling, please see the list of helplines attached below.

Samaritans: 116 123

Pieta house: 1800 247 247

Aware: 1800 80 48 48


If you live outside Ireland, Please search for helplines near you.



]]> Kirstie Duggan Buzzsprout-11504378 Sun, 16 Oct 2022 13:00:00 +0100 1131 1 1 full true Introduction Introduction Welcome to Grow Up with Kirstie! In this intro episode, I give an insight into me and what's to come. I can't wait to share my unfiltered, raw story with you all, along with chatting all things life with some of my faves.



Make sure to subscribe!

]]> Welcome to Grow Up with Kirstie! In this intro episode, I give an insight into me and what's to come. I can't wait to share my unfiltered, raw story with you all, along with chatting all things life with some of my faves.



Make sure to subscribe!

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