We Could Talk For Ireland

Today on We Could Talk for Ireland, Claire and Aisling are taking it all the way back — to the births of their first babies! Claire became a mum in 1995 and Aisling in 2004, and let’s just say... things have changed a bit since then. From gas-and-air giggles to ‘what-the-hell-is-happening’ moments, this episode is full of honest chats, real laughs, and a few surprises. Whether you're a parent or just love a good birth story, you'll...

It’s Week 12, and this one’s full of sunshine, sacraments, and suitcase stress! Aisling is heading off to Salou with what feels like half of Ireland, and her little girl is making her First Holy Communion — cue the white dresses, emotional mammies, and last-minute shoe panics. Claire and Aisling chat all things Communion season: the pressure, the parties, and the memories that last a lifetime. Plus, holiday prep madness, family dyn...

This week on We Could Talk for Ireland, Claire and Aisling dive into the little nuggets of wisdom that have shaped who they are — from life-changing advice to those throwaway lines that somehow stuck. They also explore the increasingly popular “Let Them” theory: what it means to stop over-explaining, stop rescuing, and start letting people be who they are. And for anyone worried about someone in a controlling relationship, Claire a...

In Episode 10 of We Could Talk for Ireland, we’re diving into the wild world of the internet—from the laughs and connections to the trolls and takedowns. Claire and Aisling reflect on how social media can lift us up or drag us down, and why the real power lies in how we choose to respond. Whether it’s blocking out negativity, setting boundaries, or simply not giving energy to the madness, this is your reminder that while we can’t c...

In this powerful episode of We Could Talk for Ireland, Aisling reflects on the quiet courage it takes to be there for others during life’s hardest moments. From the heartbreak of sudden loss to the silent struggles happening behind closed doors, she shares how these experiences have shaped her outlook—and led her to open her home to a young person who needed nothing more than safety, kindness, and a warm hug. This is a gentle but g...

This week on We Could Talk for Ireland, we’re catching our breath after one of those weeks where everything happens at once — from juggling work and motherhood (even when the kids are grown, somehow you’re still “on call”) to managing midweek sleepovers, train station chaos, and the never-ending to-do list of two self-employed women. Claire shares what it felt like stepping up for her first-ever public speaking gig (nerves, pride, ...

This week on We Could Talk for Ireland, we’re diving into the world of tweakments—what they are, why people get them, and just how many Aisling has had! We’re also chatting about confidence, sharing our top tips to help you feel your best. And in a plot twist, Aisling thinks it’s time for Claire to get back in the dating game… and is trying to set her up on a blind date! Should she do it? Tune in for plenty of laughs, honest chats,...

This episode of We Could Talk for Ireland is not one to miss! Aishling and Claire take on the hot topic of Ireland’s education system—are teachers drowning under the weight of ever-growing class sizes and increasing student needs? With resources stretched thin, are they really equipped to handle the complexities of modern classrooms, or is the system failing both students and teachers alike? And here’s the real controversy—are some...

In Episode 2 of We Could Talk for Ireland, Claire and Aisling dive into the growing trend of traveling abroad for cut-price plastic surgery. With very different opinions, the conversation is lively and thought-provoking. Aisling shares a jaw-dropping story of 33 people from her area who traveled together to Turkey for procedures—only for some to come back with botched results. Meanwhile, Claire offers her perspective on the risks v...