Bebelle Podcast

About Bebelle Podcast

BeBelle is a podcast hosted by Sian Horn that dives into the stories of remarkable people behind their businesses. BeBelle is not a business podcast, it's about uncovering the moments of resilience, creativity and determination that have shaped these entrepreneurs. Sian is dedicated to empowering individuals in all aspects of life and believes in the importance of self-care, which manifests differently for everyone. Guests share their own self-care practices, offering listeners fresh perspectives on nurturing their well-being. Tune in to BeBelle for inspiring stories, actionable advice and thoughtful reflections on what it means to navigate life today. Join the BeBelle Community: bebelle.ie (https://www.bebelle.ie/) | (https://www.instagram.com/bebelle_wellness?igsh=NWc1NnI5ZjgyaHhk)@bebelle_podcast (https://www.instagram.com/bebelle_podcast/) Follow Sian: @sian_horn (https://www.instagram.com/sian_horn?igsh=OTJoYjQ1d3E2NDd4) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@sianhorn228) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Publisher

Sian Horn

Category

business · society & culture · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

28 Mar 2019

Latest episode

26 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

103 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   26 Jun 2026

   S7 E12 - The Wellness Myth: Clare McKenna on the Always-On Culture, Midlife & Redefining Success

   "At some point you have to stop climbing the mountain... and enjoy the view." This week, Sian is joined by broadcaster, health coach and author Clare McKenna for a refreshing conversation about ambition, burnout, wellness and what it really means to build a life you don't need a break from. Clare shares her journey from marketing to broadcasting, the years of saying yes to every opportunity, juggling live radio with motherhood, and the moment she realised that constantly chasing "more" wasn't bringing her any closer to happiness. Together, they explore why wellness has become so complicated, how social media has changed our relationship with ourselves, and why feeling well matters so much more than looking a certain way. If you've ever felt like you're constantly striving, comparing or wondering if you're doing enough, this episode is a gentle reminder that maybe success isn't about climbing higher - maybe it's about finally enjoying where you are. ✨ In this episode: Growing up in Howth and finding confidence through creativity Why she never felt she fit the traditional school system Taking the leap into broadcasting How asking for help changed the course of her career The reality of freelancing and building a media career Juggling motherhood, live radio and burnout Why saying yes to everything isn't sustainable Redefining success in midlife Learning to stop chasing "more" What wellness really means Letting go of diet culture and food rules Raising children with a healthier relationship to body image Small daily habits that genuinely improve wellbeing Why self-compassion is the foundation of good health You can find Clare here: Website (http://www.wouldyoubewell.ie/) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/claremckennapresents/?hl=en) ____ BeBelle is a podcast hosted by Sian Horn that dives into the stories of remarkable people behind their businesses. BeBelle is not a business podcast, it's about uncovering the moments of resilience, creativity and determination that have shaped these entrepreneurs. Sian is dedicated to empowering individuals in all aspects of life and believes in the importance of self-care, which manifests differently for everyone. Guests share their own self-care practices, offering listeners fresh perspectives on nurturing their well-being. Tune in to BeBelle for inspiring stories, actionable advice and thoughtful reflections on what it means to navigate life today. Join the BeBelle Community: bebelle.ie (https://www.bebelle.ie/) | @bebelle_podcast (https://www.instagram.com/bebelle_podcast/) | @sian_horn (https://www.instagram.com/sian_horn?igsh=OTJoYjQ1d3E2NDd4) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@sianhorn228) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

2. 

   19 Jun 2026

   S7 E11 - The Conversations We Need to Have: Aimee Owens on Dementia and Alzheimer's disease, Family & Supporting Children Through Change

   "We don't talk about ageing with children - but children notice everything." Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of dementia, Alzheimer's disease, ageing, memory loss, caregiving, grief, and family illness. This week's conversation is a deeply moving one about family, memory, love and the difficult realities that so many families quietly navigate behind closed doors. I'm joined by primary school teacher and dementia advocate Aimee Owens, who shares her family's journey after her father was diagnosed with vascular dementia and Alzheimer's disease. As a teacher of over 20 years, Aimee sees first-hand how important grandparents are in children's lives. Yet when dementia enters a family, many children are left trying to make sense of confusing emotions and changes without the language or support they need. We talk about growing up in Monaghan, the pressure of perfectionism, family life, music, teaching and the life-changing moment when Aimee realised something wasn't quite right with her dad. This is a conversation about compassion, resilience and why we need to create more space for honest conversations about dementia - especially with children. ✨ In this episode: Growing up in Monaghan with three older sisters Music, competitions and the pressure of perfectionism Becoming a primary school teacher Missing out on her dream college course and learning resilience Why failure isn't really failure The early signs of her father's dementia Living with vascular dementia and Alzheimer's How dementia affects family relationships Supporting a parent who no longer recognises you The role grandparents play in children's lives Why we need to talk to children about ageing and illness Caring for loved ones with dignity and compassion The emotional impact on spouses and caregivers Writing a children's book about dementia Learning to be kinder to yourself You can find Aimee here: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/aimeeowens87/) | Interview with Claire Bryne on Newstalk (https://www.goloudplayer.com/episodes/the-impact-of-dementia-on-grandc-MjE1MTdjMzRiZGUzMGY2OThiM2U3ZjhiYmQwMGFlOWU=) You can find Aisling Ní Domhnaill here (https://www.instagram.com/the_a.n.d_project/) and Sound Quality Gifts here (https://www.instagram.com/soundqualitygifts/). ____ BeBelle is a podcast hosted by Sian Horn that dives into the stories of remarkable people behind their businesses. BeBelle is not a business podcast, it's about uncovering the moments of resilience, creativity and determination that have shaped these entrepreneurs. Sian is dedicated to empowering individuals in all aspects of life and believes in the importance of self-care, which manifests differently for everyone. Guests share their own self-care practices, offering listeners fresh perspectives on nurturing their well-being. Tune in to BeBelle for inspiring stories, actionable advice and thoughtful reflections on what it means to navigate life today. Join the BeBelle Community: bebelle.ie (https://www.bebelle.ie/) | @bebelle_podcast (https://www.instagram.com/bebelle_podcast/) | @sian_horn (https://www.instagram.com/sian_horn?igsh=OTJoYjQ1d3E2NDd4) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@sianhorn228) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

3. 

   12 Jun 2026

   S7 E10 - The Future of Wellness: Frank Murphy on Lived Experience, The Meaning of Success & Ageing Well

   "You need to be training in your 50s for your 60s." This week's episode is a little different - and one I thoroughly enjoyed. I'd been following Frank Murphy online for quite some time before inviting him onto the podcast. His videos are practical, encouraging and full of simple advice about staying healthy as we age. What I wasn't expecting was the story behind the man. Frank is a longevity fitness coach, former Taekwondo World Champion, Tai Chi instructor and lifelong student of movement. But this conversation goes far beyond exercise. We talk about growing up in Cork, the environments that shape us, the impact of violence and rejection, how one life-changing assault led him into martial arts, and why his passion today is helping people stay strong, mobile and independent as they age. At 70 years old, Frank is still training, still learning and still proving that ageing doesn't have to mean slowing down. This is a conversation about resilience, curiosity, purpose, movement and making the small daily choices that shape our future. ✨ In this episode: Growing up in Cork in the 1950s and 60s The power of environment and community "Crab mentality" and why people resist change Working as a carpenter and navigating drinking culture A violent assault that changed the course of his life Discovering Taekwondo and becoming a champion The role revenge played in his early motivation Why success isn't about money Self-worth, authenticity and comparison culture Living and working in the UK during the Troubles Why wellness is more than fitness Strength training, mobility and ageing well Building independence as we get older The importance of staying curious and continuing to learn His philosophy: Stay Strong, Eat Well & Move Better You can find Frank here: Website (http://www.frankmurphylongevityfitness.com/) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/frankmurphy.longevityfitness/) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/FrankMurphyLongevityFitness/) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@FrankMurphyLongevityFitness) ____ BeBelle is a podcast hosted by Sian Horn that dives into the stories of remarkable people behind their businesses. BeBelle is not a business podcast, it's about uncovering the moments of resilience, creativity and determination that have shaped these entrepreneurs. Sian is dedicated to empowering individuals in all aspects of life and believes in the importance of self-care, which manifests differently for everyone. Guests share their own self-care practices, offering listeners fresh perspectives on nurturing their well-being. Tune in to BeBelle for inspiring stories, actionable advice and thoughtful reflections on what it means to navigate life today. Join the BeBelle Community: bebelle.ie (https://www.bebelle.ie/) | @bebelle_podcast (https://www.instagram.com/bebelle_podcast/) | @sian_horn (https://www.instagram.com/sian_horn?igsh=OTJoYjQ1d3E2NDd4) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@sianhorn228) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Who has been a guest on Bebelle Podcast

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• Claire Fullam
• Siobhan O'Hagan
• Rachel Hennessy
• Alexandra Ryan
• Katrina Kelly

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

3.9 / 5

284 ratings

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