Inner Insights with Dr. Darragh Stewart

About Inner Insights with Dr. Darragh Stewart

Journey into the depths of the human mind and soul with Dr. Darragh Stewart, a mentor, transformational facilitator, and expert in psychedelic exploration and personal transformation. Inner Insights delves into topics that inspire growth, challenge perspectives, and ignite curiosity. Each episode features thought-provoking conversations with pioneers in health and wellness, science, spirituality, and creativity, as well as personal insights into their work and transformational journeys. Whether you're seeking practical tools for empowerment, stories of transformation, or guidance on connectin

Publisher

Darragh Stewart

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

11 Dec 2024

Latest episode

6 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

31 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   6 Oct 2026

   #31: Daragh Fleming - Stop Performing. Start Being. Love, Grief, Masculinity & Taking Off the Mask

   What happens when we stop performing and allow ourselves to be truly seen? In this episode of the Inner Insights Podcast, I sit down with Irish writer, poet, spoken word performer and multidisciplinary artist Daragh Fleming for a deep and honest conversation about masculinity, mental health, vulnerability, intimacy, grief, creativity and what it means to live authentically. Daragh has spent over a decade using writing and poetry to open up conversations around mental health. His work challenges the expectations placed on men and explores what happens when we let go of the need to perform who we think we're supposed to be. We explore: • Why so many men struggle to express emotions beyond anger • The conditioning and expectations surrounding modern masculinity • What it really means to take off the mask and be yourself • Why true intimacy requires vulnerability and risk • The fear of being rejected for who we really are • How social media can turn vulnerability into another form of performance • The pressure to turn ourselves into a "personal brand" • Poetry and art as tools for processing emotions • Grief as the final stage of love • How losing someone can become a catalyst for purpose • Male violence, emotional literacy and "emotional hygiene" • Why empathy may be one of the most important qualities we can cultivate • The resurgence of poetry and spoken word in a world craving deeper connection Daragh also shares his beautiful poem "The Saddest Summer", exploring grief, loneliness, numbness and the process of finding your way back to yourself. This is a conversation about becoming more human, not less. If you're interested in men's work, mental health, relationships, emotional intelligence, creativity or living with greater authenticity, I think you'll get a lot from this episode. Connect with Daragh Fleming: @DaraghFleming His debut poetry collection is forthcoming with Penguin. If this conversation resonates with you, please like, subscribe and share it with someone who might benefit from it. #InnerInsights #DaraghFleming #MensWork #MentalHealth #Masculinity #Vulnerability #Authenticity #Grief #Poetry #SpokenWord

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   21 Sept 2026

   #30: Iryana Mosina - Psychedelic Culture, Consciousness, Integration and Harm reduction

   Join me this week for a conversation we had together last year all about Psychedelics. The conversation delves into the intersections of psychedelic culture and consciousness, reflections on the Breaking Convention we both attended, the excitement and complexity in the psychedelic space, the importance of preparation for psychedelic journeys, grounding and self-regulation, the significance of intentions in psychedelic experiences, and the role of psychedelics at festivals and raves. We talk about the profound impact of festivals, particularly psychedelic festivals, as transformational spaces that facilitate personal growth, healing, and community connection. We also emphasizes the importance of harm reduction services and the integration of psychedelic experiences beyond the festival environment. Takeaways Psychedelic culture and consciousness exploration Importance of intention in psychedelic experiences Festivals serve as transformational spaces for personal growth and healing. Harm reduction services and integration of psychedelic experiences are crucial aspects of festival culture. Chapters 00:00 The Psychedelic Culture and Consciousness 02:36 Reflections on Breaking Convention 02:52 Excitement and Complexity in the Psychedelic Space 05:47 The Importance of Preparation for Psychedelic Journeys 08:12 Grounding and Self-Regulation 17:04 The Significance of Intentions in Psychedelic Experiences 25:09 Psychedelics at Festivals and Raves 29:11 The Healing Power of Festivals 30:04 Psychedelic Festivals as Transformational Spaces 31:31 The Impact of Festivals on Personal Transformation 34:59 The Importance of Harm Reduction Services at Festivals 45:46 Integration of Psychedelic Experiences at Festivals 51:28 Community and Integration Beyond Festivals About Iryana Mosina Iryana Mosina is a researcher and interdisciplinary explorer focused on psychedelic culture and consciousness. Her work explores psychedelic education, preparation, integration, harm reduction, and side care in recreational settings. Her current research examines how intentions may shape psychedelic experiences and outcomes. This conversation is for educational purposes only and is not medical or mental-health advice. #Psychedelics #HarmReduction #PsychedelicEducation #FestivalCulture #Consciousness #Integration #InnerInsights

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   13 Aug 2026

   #29: Dr. Bryan Duggan -Cyberdelics, AI & Creativity, Human evolution, Robotics, The Future of Music

   Back for round 2, in this episode, Dr. Brian Duggan and Darragh Stewart explore the transformative potential of AI and robotics in human creativity, cultural heritage, and everyday life. They discuss the balance between innovation and fear, the future of music and art, and the ethical considerations of technological advancements. In this episode, Bryan Duggan shares insights on the future of technology, AI, neural interfaces, and the cultural significance of Irish traditional music. We explore how emerging tech can empower and transform lives, and the importance of responsible engagement with these innovations. What we chat about The impact of AI on creativity and human potential The evolution of traditional Irish music through AI Cyberdelics and altered states of consciousness via technology Holographic and hologram musicians transforming cultural heritage The ethical and societal implications of AI and robotics The future of music creation and immersive experiences AI as a tool for education and skill development The balance between technological innovation and fear of loss The potential of neural interfaces and exoskeletons The role of AI in music and creativity Cultural revival through Irish traditional music Harm reduction and legislation around cannabis and psychedelics The impact of technology on aging and longevity The importance of responsible engagement with tech Chapters 00:00Introduction and guest background 01:56AI's role in expanding human creativity 03:58The backlash and fears around AI in art and music 05:55The relevance of learning programming in the age of AI 08:00Predictions and inevitability of AI development 09:59Making art from algorithms and the origins of computer science 12:08The future of AI-generated art and the importance of foundational skills 14:00Irish traditional music and AI projects like TunePal 15:46Enhancing music education with AI and holographic technology 17:59Holographic musicians and preserving cultural heritage 19:59The concept of digital immortality and virtual performances 22:06SquareWave project: creating interactive musical journeys 24:04The social and emotional impact of AI in music creation 25:58AI as a tool for learning and personal growth 28:05Cyberdelics and altered states of consciousness through technology 30:07The cultural and societal implications of AI and robotics 32:02The duality of acceptance and resistance to AI advancements 33:59The future of robots and AI companions in daily life 35:53Ethical considerations and human identity in the age of AI http://bryanduggan.org (http://bryanduggan.org) http://github.com/skooter500 (http://github.com/skooter500) @skooter500 https://bryanduggan.org/projects/skuarewave-create-music-with-holograms/ (https://bryanduggan.org/projects/skuarewave-create-music-with-holograms/) https://bryanduggan.org/projects/tunepal/ (https://bryanduggan.org/projects/tunepal/) AI, robotics, creativity, cultural heritage, music technology, cyberdelics, holographic musicians, AI art, future of human evolution technology, AI, neural interfaces, Irish music, cultural revival, harm reduction, psychedelics, longevity, digital creativity

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• Robbie Griffin
• Michael Conlan
• Michael Ledden
• Megan Wrenn

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