greener fields

This week's episode is a little different, as host and creator of greener field Hannah chats about reaching greener fields two year milestone alongside celebrating and reflecting on the last 104 episode as the podcast comes to a close. During this conversation, Hannah speaks about how greener fields came to be, what she has learned from her incredible guests over the last few years, the things she's taking from this experience, what she has learned about herself in the process. It's an emotional & gratitude filled reflection on the most amazing experience - so make sure to check it out. A little note from Hannah: To all the guests, listeners, friends, and producer Ross - thank you so much for being here. Greener fields has been a dream come true and I will never forget what an amazing experience it has been to creating something with my whole heart, that meant something to others too. Luckily it's not the end, but time for a little evolution and I am so excited for what's to come. People, conversations and connections is what means the most to me, and in a few months time I will qualify as a psychotherapist - and it's time to get ready for all that will come with it. It's been a dream of mine for so long and now it's time to make it a reality. So where is the grass greener? I'm not sure, but I am sure that there will always be green grass everywhere. And to me, that is the most comforting thing in the world. Check out @therapme @hannahnash01

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Rachel Deane from Co. Meath. During this conversation Rachel speaks about growing up in Navan, living in London after the pandemic, the decision to move home, the role of running in her life today and so much more. In this chat Rachel also shares her experience of living alongside a chronic disease, the highs and lows of setting up her run club 'Up and Out', and her thoughts on navigating life in home today. This is such a special conversation about learning to embrace the uncomfortable nature of life in your 20/30s, learning to trust your gut when it comes to making decisions and believing that everything happens for a reason, so make sure to check it out today. Instagram: @rach.upandout @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chat's with Declan Lavin from Co. Kildare. During this conversation Declan speaks about his experience growing up in Kildare, living alongside anxiety, making friends in your 20s and 30s in Ireland, creating content online, joining run clubs and so much more. Declan also speaks about his experience navigating life in Ireland as someone who is neurodiverse, addressing and exploring feelings of loneliness, the value of finding your people and doing things that you want to do. This truly is such a special conversation about finding a place where you feel wanted, navigating life in your 20s at home, living alongside anxiety, putting yourself out there and so much more, so make sure to check it out today. Instagram: @declan_lavin96 @greenerfieldss

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Sineán Callery from Co. Cavan. Throughout this week's episode Sineán speaks about her experience growing up in the North West of Ireland, what being educate at home for several years was like, her experience of studying languages at University, what living and working around the world is like alongside so much more. Since starting at university where Sineán studied French, German and Mandarin she has lived and worked all around the world where she has experience so much. Now working as a tour guide and translator Sineán shares what life is like, the highs and lows, her thoughts on home and Ireland today as well as some advice she would give her younger self. This is a special conversation all about living a life that is aligned to you, exploring the world and navigating the idea of home, so make sure to check it out today. Instagram: @nani.moves @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chat's with Jenny Percy from Co. Tipperary. During this weeks conversation Jenny speaks about growing up in Tipperary, her experience of being diagnosed with anorexia at 14, navigating different challenges throughout her life, moving to Australia last year, the decision to come home, her journey in recovery and so much more. Throughout this conversation Jenny speaks so poignantly about her struggles with mental health, from her early diagnoses, to its manifestation throughout her life, the changing of her values, the impact of the place and people in her life alongside the messiness of it all. Jenny also shares the role that moving to Australia and spending time in Bali had on her recovery to date and the role that home now plays in her life. This truly is such a special conversation about making peace with our past selves, surrendering to the process, learning to trust ourselves alongside so much more, so make sure to check it out today. Instagram: @journeywithjen @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Matthew Brady from Co. Cavan. Throughout this conversation Matthew speaks about growing up in Cavan, his time in college in Galway, living in both Amsterdam and Australia over the last few years and what he has learned throughout his time abroad now that he lives in Dublin. During this chat Matthew also speaks about the important role of people when living abroad, the value of managing your expectations in life, the destructive nature of comparison and alongside recognising the impact of being content where you are on your quality of life alongside so much more. This truly is a really special conversation about trusting your gut when making decisions, remembering that you can create a life for yourself anywhere (but it will take time and effort), and learning that there is some greener grass everywhere - so make sure to check it out today. Instagram: @matthewbrady_1 @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Gary Gillick & Stephanie Byrne from the 'Should I bother ' the podcast. During this week's conversation Gary and Steph speak about their experiences of growing up in Ireland, their time in DCU, what life was like living in Amsterdam, their decision to travel South East Asia, their thoughts on home today, what they have learned over the last number of years and so much more. Having met at University, Gary & Steph have lived, travelled and worked all around the world, and during this very special conversation they share their thought process behind it all, the highs and lows of long term travel, as well as the value of having an open mind. Steph & Gary also speak about their podcast called 'Should I bother?' where they speak about trying different things that people say you should. This is such a special conversation about recognising things don't always have to be perfect to be good, dealing with the transient nature of friendships when traveling, missing home when living away from Ireland and so much more - so make sure to check it out today. Instagram: @shouldibotherpod @hannahnash01 @greenerfieldss

During this weeks episode of greener fields Hannah chats with the incredibly Tosin Cullen, orignally born in Gabon but who has lived all around the world and now calls Ireland her home. During this week's conversation Tosin speaks about moving around a lot throughout her life, falling in love with teaching, coming to Ireland to study, navigating social media, the power of manifesting and her experience of making friends as an adult alongside so much more. From Budapest, Gabon, Nigeria, America, Thialiand and now Ireland during this beautiful chat Tosin speaks her journey to date and all the highs and lows that have gone with it from finding things and places where you feel like you belong to learning to do the thing that feels right to you. This is an incredibly special conversation about the importance of trusting it will work out, discovering your why, bringing people together and so much more, so make sure to check it out. Instagram: @tosinfinityandbeyond @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this weeks episode of greener fields Hannah chat's with Rebekah Kane from Belfast but who is now living in London. During this conversation Rebekah speaks about growing up outside of Belfast, her time in University, navigating her career in her 20s, the highs and lows of life living in London, connecting with her home when away from home and so much more. Having spent the last few years living away from home, throughout this conversation Rebekah speaks about her love of exploring Irish cultural and history alongside the value of also reconnecting when her Irish identity. This is such an incredibly special conversation all about figuring out where you belong, the value of a good support system, trusting in the timing of your life and following your heart, so make sure to check it out today. Instagram: @rebekahkane @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chat with Isabelle Geraghty from Co. Kerry. During this conversation Isabelle speaks about her experience growing up in Dublin, what her time in college was like, discovering her love of travel and adventure, the impact of yoga in her life, going sober in her 20s, bringing people together around the world and so much more. Having struggled with her mental health early on, Isabelle lent on travel as a way to escape but over the years has found that travel has become something that helps her live a life that is both joyful and purposeful. Throughout this conversation Isabelle speaks about the highs and lows of her adventures over the last number of years, the tough parts of full time travel, her experience of setting up 'Craic on Travels' with her boyfriend a few months ago alongside what home means to her today and advice she would give to her younger self. This is an incredibly special conversation all about the value of meaningful connections, exploring the world if and when we can, doing what's right for you and learning throughout the process, so make sure to check it out. Instagram: @isabelledoesthings @craicontravels @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this weeks episode of greener fields Hannah chat's with Heather Jones, originally from Co.Kerry but who now lives in Vancouver. During this weeks conversation Heather speaks about growing up in Co.Kerry, navigating her teens and early twenties in Ireland, her decision to move to Canada, what life has been like in Vancouver, what home means to her today and so much more. Having moved to Canada almost a year ago, Heather speaks about the differences and similarities with life at home, how she has gone about building a community abroad, finding balance between pushing yourself and enjoying the present while she also discusses her experience of navigating loneliness in her 20s and the challenges she's faced with burnout and anxiety over the last number of years. This is such a special conversation about embracing a new environment, seeing change as an opportunity for growth, recognising that things aren't always as serious as they seem and embracing the unknown, so make sure to check it out. Instagram: @whoisheatherjones @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Simon Murphy who is originally from Dublin but is now living in West Cork. During this week's conversation Simon speaks about growing up in Dublin, the role that sport has played throughout his life, navigating life after school and his decision to move to Clonakilty in West Cork in January of this year. Whilst in his final year of his undergraduate Simon made the decision to move to Clonakilty for a job and over the last several months has lived and worked in West Cork. During this conversation Simon speaks about his experience building community and friendship in a new town, the challenges and best parts of moving within Ireland, finding adventure and independence at home alongside so much more. He also speaks about the decision to create West Cork Running Club as a way to bring people together in his new town and what home means to him today. This really is a very special conversation all about finding adventure on our doorstep, taking the opportunities that come our way, stepping outside the box and more, so make sure to check it out. Instagram: @simon_murphy @westcorkrunningclub @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this weeks episode of greener fields Hannah chat's to Stephanie O'Quigley originally from Ireland but who is now living in New York City. During this weeks conversation Stephanie speaks about growing up in Ireland, moving to New York City 8 years ago, her experience of navigating your 20s on the other side of the world, the value of the Irish Network in the US, her thoughts on Ireland today and so much more. Having spent the last several years working in marketing and PR in NYC Stephanie has learned and experienced so much. During this very special episode she speaks about the reality of life in the city, cultural differences she's recognised, and learning the important lesson of balancing the drive to fit in and the value of standing out as an expat. This is such a beautiful conversation about navigating challenging moments, the beauty of living a life that's true to you, finding your people, recognising that home isn't always just one place alongside so much more, so make sure to check it out. Instagram: @stephanieoquigley @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this weeks episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Niamh Cogan, originally from Co.Cork who is now living in New Zealand. During this weeks conversation Niamh speaks about her experience growing up in Cork, navigating college in Ireland, what life was like living in Vancouver for two years, her decision to then move to New Zealand and how this change has been like for her over the last few months. From a young age Niamh felt drawn to the idea of emigration and over the last few years has experienced both the highs and lows of life on the other side of the world. From Auckland to Vancouver Niamh speaks about the similarities and differences between both places and the lessons she has learned throughout the years living in both. This is such a beautiful conversation about the experience of loneliness in our 20s, feeling like you're left behind, the importance of your support system when living away from home, trusting that everything happenings for a reason and so much more, so make sure to check it out. Instagram: @niamh.cogan @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chat's with Rachel O'Connor from Dublin, but who is now living in Barcelona. During this week's conversation Rachel speaks about growing up in Dublin, studying media in college, navigating the working world, her decision to move to Spain, the highs and lows of the last few months and so much more. Having moved to Barcelona almost a year ago Rachel speaks about her experience making friends, the cultural differences between Ireland and Spain, job hunting as well as her thoughts on home today, plans for the future and much more. This is a very special conversation about living life moment by moment, being a homebody away from home, the value in taking a leap and so much more, so make sure to check it out. Instagram: @rachelelizabethalice @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chat's with April Brophy, founder of Sliabh Hiking. During this conversation April speaks about her experience growing up in Waterford, discovering her love of the outdoors, founding Sliabh Hiking, her journey to becoming a mountain leader, what home means to her today, lessons she has learned over the years and so much more. When April's mum first got sick she began to reevaluated things, recognising what was most important to her in life. Since then April has truly embraced her love of hiking and exercise while also founding her own social hike group for all levels, Sliabh Hiking in May 2022. During this chat April speaks about how her own passion for the outdoors and connection has influence her life, the value of bringing people together as well as the importance of pursing your dreams. This really is such a special conversation about finding places and people that you can be yourself around, embracing the Irish outdoors, recognising that things aren't always so serious and seeing the little things for the big things that they are, so make sure to check it out today. Follow us here: @aprilbrophy @sliabhhiking @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah is joined by Jamie Malone from Westmeath, who is currently traveling around South East Asia. During this conversation Jamie speaks about growing up in Moate, his time living in different places around Ireland while working and studying, how the decision to travel came about, the highs and lows of backpacking, lessons he has learned along the way and so much more. While happy at home, a trip to Vietnam in August 2023 sparked the idea of longer term travel and since May of this year Jamie has traveled all around South East Asia, from Loas to China, Korea and Cambodia and so much more. During this episode Jamie speaks about his favourite places, making friends while traveling solo, experiencing new cultures and the challenges he has also faced while being away from home. This really is such a special conversation about following a dream, the reality of missing home, and the value of enjoy each moment, so make sure to check it out! Instagram: @jamiemalone_ @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Emma O'Hanrahan from Co.Dublin who has recently moved home from Sydney. During this conversation Emma speaks about growing up in Dublin, the inspiration behind her decision to move to Sydney seven years ago, the highs and lows of her Aussie life, what the reality of moving home has been like for her and so much more. In this chat Emma also speaks about setting up her business 'Cakes by Emma', the impact of the Irish community abroad on her business and personal life while in Australia, the challenging sides of emigration and some advice she would love to give her younger self today. This is a really special conversation all about following your intuition, coming home after awhile away, the importance of putting yourself out there and reminding ourselves that there is a whole world out there to explore, so make sure to check it out today. Instagram: @cakesbyemma @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Sarah Hayes, originally from Limerick who now lives in Amsterdam. Having worked in Dublin after studying in UL Sarah moved to Amsterdam where she now lives and works. During this chat Sarah speaks about her experience growing up in Limerick and her time in college, what young professional life was like for her in Dublin, the decision to emigrate to Amsterdam, the reality of what life is like over there, what home is to her today & so much more. This is such a special conversation all about leaning into new experiences, the draw to see what else is out there, embracing the highs and lows of life in your 20s, learning to be present, the importance of recognizing your values, and trusting that you are where you're meant to be so make sure to check it out. Instagram: @sarahedel @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chat's with Cork native Rob O'Halloran. During this week's conversation Rob speaks about his childhood and growing up in Cork, his time living and working in Kilkenny, where the grass is greener for him today alongside lessons he's learned over the years and so much more. Rob also speaks about his journey as a musician in Ireland and how it has grown and developed, including the preparation for the launch of his debut album 'Catch the Dusk' which is out now! In this chat the role that music plays in helping Rob explore life's highs and lows is also discussed as well as his experience of learning to detach yourself from the outcome, his relationship with his musical identity and the value of simply doing things just because you love them. This is an incredible special conversation all about growing up, following your passions and letting go, so make sure to check it out today. Instagram: @jarjarjr @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01 Link to Rob's new album: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5ofXjDgcJSkigdj3riR40W?si=SKSHL2-RTdyUf4bPZ9ZTgA

During this weeks episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Aoibhín Venables from Dublin who is now living in Sydney. Having originally planned to move to Australia in May of 2020, Aoibhín moved over in September of 2023 after a few months of traveling to live out her Australian dream. During this weeks conversation Aoibhín speaks about her decision to move to Australia, the highs and lows of her farm work experience, the importance of friends who become family abroad, sharing her move online, lessons she has learned over the years, what life is like on the other side of the world, her thoughts and feelings on home today and some advice she would give to others alongside so much more. During this very speacial chat Aoibhín also speaks about learning to navigate life in a different way, the importance of pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone despite your fears and learning to keep life simple - so make sure to check out this conversation today. Instagram: @aoibhinvenables @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this weeks episode of greener fields, Hannah chats with Róisín Bolt who grew up between the Netherlands and Singapore, before moving to Dublin for work. During this weeks conversation, Róisín speaks about her experience growing up in the Netherlands, moving to Singapore when she was 11, studying in Edinburgh and then moving to work in Dublin a few years ago. In this episode Róisín speaks about the transient nature of the expat bubble, her belief that though change is hard it's important, her experience building a community in the different places she's lived and so much more. Róisín also speaks about her decision to solo travel New Zealand by completing the Te Araroa trail, a route that is 3000km long and takes you from the North to the South Island. In this chat she share's the highs and lows of this experience, what she learned about herself and life along the way, what and where adventure now is to her and the importance of trusting the process throughout it all, so make sure to give this very special conversation a listen. Instagram: @hannahansh01 @greenerfieldss Available on Spotify & iTunes

During this weeks episode of greener fields Hannah chat's with Amy O'Riordan originally from Co.Cork but is now living in Melbourne. During this conversation Amy speaks about growing up in Co. Cork, her journey to nursing, the decision to move to Australia in 2018, life in Melbourne throughout the pandemic, the importance of those friends who become family, where home is to her today and so much more. Having originally left Melbourne in 2022 to come home, after 1.5 years Amy and her partner realised that their Australian dream wasn't over just yet and they moved back. Throughout this conversation Amy discusses life in Australia over the years, what moving home was like for her, knowing it was time to go back alongside the value of communication for connection when abroad. This is an incredibly special conversation about the importance of being honest with yourself, recognising that we are more capable that we often believe, trusting that it's ok to change your mind and that often home can be more than one place, so make sure to check it out today. Instagram: @amyoriodan @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chat's with children's book author and outdoor enthusiast Barry Coleman from Co. Dublin. During this very special conversation Barry speaks about his experience growing up in Dublin, how the seeds of travel and adventure were planted by his parents early on, his experience traveling the world for 10 months, the impact that adopting his dog Koda had on his life, what he has learned over the last several years and so much more. Barry also speaks about writing 'The Lost Harp' which is a book he has written for children set in Ireland that discusses the topics of connection, friendship and processing loss in a meaningful and digestible way. In 'The Lost Harp' Barry pulls from challenging personal experiences and adventures throughout Ireland to create a very special story that will impact people of all ages. This truly is a special conversation all about finding adventure on your doorstep, learning to say yes to the world, valuing the people you have in your life and recognising that there really is opportunity in each day alongside so much more, so make sure to check it out. Instagram: @heytherebarry @caraandthegiant @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chat's with Ciara Walsh from Co. Galway who now lives in Bologna, Italy. During this conversation Ciara speaks about growing up in Claregalway, how the decision to complete transition year altered the direction of her life, her journey to living in Italy, showcasing life in Bologna online, the value of bringing people together abroad, lessons she has learned along the way and so much more. Ciara also speaks poignantly about the complexity of what and where home now is for her, some challenges that she has faced along the way, learning to appreciate Ireland with age alongside the importance of trusting that you know what's right for you. This is such a beautiful conversation about what life is like living in Italy, the complexity of what home can mean to the Irish abroad, the value of staying connected to your roots, and the importance of following your own path even when it might look different to that of others, so make sure to check it out today. Instagram: @ciaraswalsh @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Sophie Colgan originally from Co.Down who has been living in New York for the last 10 years. During this conversation Sophie speaks about growing up in Co. Down, her journey to moving to New York City, the value of networking, the role of the Irish community abroad in her story, the highs and lows of life in NYC, lessons Sophie has learned over the years and so much more. With her own podcast 'Navigating New York' Sophie aims to share conversations exploring people's journeys pursuing the 'American Dream' in NYC to help those living there & those planning to move, and during this conversation Sophie shares practical advice alongside her own experience of her life in NYC. This truly is an incredibly special conversation about discovering who you are, the value of giving back to those who help you, saying yes and no, finding balance in the busy and so much more ~ so make sure to check it out today. Instagram: @navigating_newyork @sophie_colgan1 @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this weeks episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Laoise Nugent from Co.Kildare. During this conversation Laoise speaks about her experience of growing up in Kildare, discovering a passion for entrepreneurship, moving to Italy, life in Dubai today, what she has learned over the last few years and so much more. While Laoise currently lives in Dubai she spent time living in Italy too and during this conversation she shares stories about both, highlighting the highs and lows of these quit contrasting places. As a social media manager Laoise also speaks about setting up her own business, the importance of networking and the value of practicing gratitude throughout each age and stage of life. This is a special conversation about another take on the conversation of whether to stay or go, but also about what Laoise reality has been like on the other side. To hear more about Laoise experience of living in Dubai, building up her own business, the important role of family, the value of practicing gratitude and what home means to her today, check out this episode of greener fields. Instagram: @laoise_nugent_ @hannahnash01 @greenerfieldss

During the week's episode of greener fields, Hannah chats with performer and comidean Rachel Galvin from Co.Dublin. During this conversation Rachel speaks about growing up in Dublin, finding her voice in musical theatre, the pressure to fit in and be accepted, moving to London to pursue her passion, her growth and success on social media, her use of comedy to discuss challenging topics, what she's learned over the years and so much more. Having found a passion for preforming and theatre as a child, Rachel speaks about how this changed as she grew up when the desire to fit in overtook this. Rachel is now fully leaning into her love of preforming with her first West End Debut and Dublin performances of her show 'The Shite Feminist' coming up over the next few months. There is so much power in knowing you are not alone in how you might think or feel, and Rachel does an incredible job at discussing challenging topics such as body image, mental health and the patriarchy in a lighthearted and thought provoking way online and in her show. This is a very special conversation about overcoming self-doubt, the pressure to fit in, the importance of embarrassing yourself a little, the role of location in terms of creativity, what success now means to her and learning to flip your own internal script, so make sure to check it out. Instagram: @racehelgalvo @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Jack Banks from Co.Limerick, now living in Houston Texas. During this conversation Jack speaks about growing up in Limerick, moving to Dublin, the highs and lows of his time in college, completing a PhD, making the move to Houston, the GAA community abroad, what he has learned over the years and much more. As a postdoctoral research fellow in the University of Texas Health Science Center, Jack shares all about his journey on how he got to where he is today, his why behind it all, what life is like living in Houston, how he has built a community abroad alongside the things he misses from home and what he things being Irish abroad is all about. During this conversation Jack speaks movingly about some challenges he's faced, his reasoning behind his decision to move, the importance of creating connections abroad and so much more - so make sure to give it a listen today. Instagram: @jankszs @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this weeks episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Elizabeth Keenan from Co. Longford. During this conversation Elizabeth speaks about growing up in the Midlands, moving to Dublin for college, her love of travel, her experience of living in Boston, starting a blog, her passion for photography, the importance of connections and so much more. Having spent her summers in the states with family as a teenager, Elizabeth moved to Boston after graduating. During this chat Elizabeth speaks about the highs and lows of her time in the US, alongside what she's learned over the years since moving home. From travelling around New Zealand in a van for two months, to navigating friendships, connections and relationships whilst at home, this conversation has it all. This conversation is another special one all about embracing change, surrounding yourself with people who build you up, learning about different cultures and countries and more, so make sure to check it out. Instagram: @elizabethkeenanx @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this weeks episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Kerie Dillon from Co.Limerick. During this conversation Kerie speaks about growing up in Limerick, studying sport science in college, living in Dubai and Australia, moving back to Ireland, what home means to her today and so much more. Kerie is a lifestyle and fitness coach with a huge passion for supporting people holistically with their health and has spent several years traveling and living abroad. In this conversation Kerie speaks poignantly about the lessons she has learned over the years, her experience of life abroad, the highs and lows of different places, and finding the things, people and places that align with her today. This is an incredibly special conversation about being present in the now, learning to become happy in yourself, the value of saying yes and no more, and the importance of coming home to yourself - so make sure to check it out today. Instagram: @keriedilloncoaching @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this weeks episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Ellie Berry from Tipperary. During this week's episode Ellie speaks about growing up in Ireland, discovering the Irish outdoors, finding her love of nature, creating 'Tough Soles', what she has learned over the last few years, her thoughts on home and emigration today alongside so much more. Ellie has completed several incredible outdoor challenges and during this conversation she shares all about hiking ever National Waymarked Trail in Ireland and completing the Vadeleur Lynn's Challenge in record time last summer (275 peaks in 50 days!!). Ellie also speaks about learning to see Ireland through a new lens, the importance of explore our relationship with nature, and trusting our intuition more, because often we can do more than we first think. In this episode Ellie discusses the various highs and lows of her challenges to date while also so graciously sharing her passion of discovering Irelands great outdoors and taking care of it in the process. Ellie's genuine passion for what she does is evident throughout this conversation which leads to another special take on the wider topic of life at home and abroad, so make sure to check it out. Instagram: @allezberry @tough_soles @greenerfieldss @Hannahnash01 Check out tough soles - https://toughsoles.ie

During this weeks episode of greener fields Hannah speaks with Bianca Mostert from South Africa. During this conversation Bianca speaks about growing up in South Africa, studying and training to become a doctor, moving to Ireland during the pandemic to work, what home now means to her and so much more. Bianca also speaks about life as a doctor, not going the conventional route, emigration guilt, making friends in Ireland in your 20/30s as well as various things she has learned over the years. In this episode Bianca shares some of the challenges she has faced, her thoughts on emigration and travel as a whole, the pressure to 'figure it all out' in your 20s and it's another beautiful take on the wider conversation of emigration, but this time to Ireland.Make sure to check out this very special conversation today. Instagram: @Bianca_mostert @greenerfields @hannahnash01

During this weeks episode of greener fields Hannah speaks with Will Murphy from Co.Laois. During this weeks conversation Will speaks about growing up in Laois, dropping out of college, his love of traveling around Ireland, moving to Dublin, making friends in your 20s at home and so much more. Will also speaks about his love of content creating and the Irish outdoors, his experience of working in media and radio, the importance of surrounding yourself with good people and what home means to him. In this episode Will speaks about his journey from hiding to finding himself while figuring things out one day at a time. This is an incredibly special conversation and another beautiful perspective of life in Ireland in your 20s today, so make sure to check it out. Instagram: @will_murphyyy @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this weeks episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Celina Stephenson from Co.Wicklow, now living in London. During this conversation Celina speaks about her experience of growing up in Wicklow, finding her voice, running the London Marathon, learning to trust herself and all about recent move to London. Celina also speaks about her growth on social media, creating her run club 'runners high' and what home means to her alongside so much more. In this episode Celina so poignantly shares all about some of the challenges she's faced, the importance of learning to trust yourself, doing the thing despite fear or sadness and recognising that the grass isn't always greener where you are not. This really is such a special conversation about life in your 20s, the duality of experiences, the importance of nurturing our sensitivity and remembering that to be cringe is to be free, so make sure to check it out this week. Instagram: @celinastephens0n @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this week's episode Hannah chats with Steph Ní Chonchúir from Co. Dublin. A recent graduate in Irish and Sociology and competitive swimmer from Skerries, Steph's love of Ireland and the Irish language is evident throughout this incredibly special and inspiring conversation. Throughout this chat Steph speaks about growing up in Dublin, falling in love with what's on our doorstep and so much more. During this episode Steph speaks so insightfully about the impact of globalisation and emigration on Ireland, her research on the Irish language revitalisation project, her thoughts on the connection between Irish language and culture, the role of media in regards to the promotion of language and how everyone can engage with the learning and promotion of Gaeilge. Steph also speaks about creating an Irish language community called 'Píosa Me', a social club for Irish speakers and enthusiasts all around the country. This is truly such a special conversation about the interconnecting role of language, culture and country and how we can all play our part, so make sure to check it out today. Instagram: @stephaineoc02 @piosame @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Ohio born Jasmine Darya. Originally from Ohio Jasmine moved with her husband to Dublin a year and a half ago. During this conversation Jasmine speaks about growing up in the US, her experience of studying abroad during college, her big move from New York to Dublin, her thoughts on the differences and similarities between both countries alongside so much more. Jamine also speaks about her love of content, her journey to 200k+ on TikTok, her thoughts on friendship in your 20s, her reality of life in Dublin, and some life lessons she has learned over the years. This is a very special conversation about moving to Ireland in your 20s - so make sure to check it out today. Instagram: @jasminedarya @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01 TikTok: @jasminedarya @jasminewherever @greenerfieldss

During this episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Kevin Keane from Castleknock, now living in Co.Clare. During this conversation Kevin speaks about his time growing up in Dublin, his experience studying Law, speaks about his life whilst studying in the Netherlands, making a career pivot from Law to Pottery in yours 20s and so much more. In the episode Kevin takes us on his journey over the last few years about how he got to where he is today, the places he's lived and things he's experienced to get there. In his most recent move, Kevin speaks about what his life is like working as a Potter living in Co.Clare, what he's learned over the years and his hopes for the future. This is a very special conversation changing your mind, trying different things, finding out what matters most to you, and much more, so make sure to check it out today. Instagram m: @Kevinkeanclay @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During the conversation Hannah is joined by Andre McCarron from Co.Derry. Having grown up in Co.Derry, Andre moved to Belfast for university and spent some time working there before making the decision to move to London 18 months ago. Throughout this conversation Andre speaks about his experience growing up, the decision to move to London and what the reality has been like over the last few months. During this conversation Andre speaks about the duality of loving home and London at the same time, the value of having good people in your corner, fostering a sense of home and community abroad, the reality of getting jobs in your 20s and so much more. This truly is a very special conversation about recognising that though home might be where your happiest, it may not have to be where you are today alongside the highs and lows of life in your 20s at home and abroad - so make sure to check it out. Instagram: @andre_mccarron @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this conversation Hannah is joined by Jordan McPhillips from Co.Galway. In this episode Jordan speaks about growing up in Tuam, her decision to move to London, what life has been like living in London for the last 6 years and so much more. She speaks about her thoughts on the best and worst parts of life in London, her advice for meet new people, the value in trusting your gut and the importance of breaking your own glass ceiling in life. Jordan also speaks about 'The craic in London' her social pages where she showcases the best places to go in London and things to do, shares the best bits of the Irish community abroad and reminds us to take the craic with us wherever we go. This is such a special conversation about trusting your gut to take you where you need to go & embracing it all in the process, so check it out this week! Instagram: @thecraicinlondon @greenerfieldss TikTok: @thecriacinlondon @greenerfieldss

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chat's with Tara Marzuki from Co.Cork. Having studied fashion in Belfast, Tara emigrated to New York City where she lived for the last 8 years before moving home to Cork a few months ago. While working in content creation and as a freelancer for the last 12 years, Tara has experienced many highs and lows which she share so poignantly throughout this conversation. During this chat Tara speaks about her experience of growing up in Ireland, the reality of her experience of life in NYC, the reality of moving home to Ireland, making vlogs and sharing her life online, creating your own luck and so much more. This is such a beautiful conversation about the importance of listening to your intuition, reflecting on where you are today, valuing places and people and so much more - so check it out! Instagram: @tarmarz @greenerfields Youtube: Tar Mar

During this episode Hannah chat's with Mai Kenneally from Co. Cork. Having moved to Australia in January 2020 Mai spent the following four years living and working in Sydney until she moved home to Cork a few weeks ago with her partner and young daughter. Throughout this conversation Mai speaks about her life in Sydney, dealing with homesickness, building a community abroad, and so much more. Mai also speaks about her experience of having her baby in Australia, the highs and lows associated with the distance and time difference, embracing the different life stages of friendships in your 20s alongside her decision to move home to Ireland just a few weeks ago. This is an incredibly special conversation all about changing perspectives, becoming a mum, decision making, and the importance of creating a village - so make sure to take a listen. Instagram: @maikenneally @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01 TikTok: @maik_26_ @greenerfieldss

During this weeks episode Hannah is joined by Lucia Guzikowski and Niall Foster from Crosscare Irish Diaspora Project.  Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project builds on a rich history of emigrant advice at Crosscare stretching back to the 1980s. Established in 2022 as a specialised service, Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project strives to empower Irish citizens to make informed decisions regarding their migration. Niall is the Policy and Outreach Officer with Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project and provides information and advocacy assistance to Irish citizens moving abroad and returning to Ireland – particularly people returning with complex needs. Lucia is the Communications Officer for Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project. Originally from Boston and hailing from an Irish American family, Lucia is passionate about empowering the global Irish community to make informed migration decisions. Lucia came to study her Masters in Trinity College Dublin and has since lived and worked in Dublin. This is an incredibly special conversation about the work that the team at Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project do with the Irish Diaspora all around the world alongside getting to know a few of the team behind this. If you have any questions about emigrating, living abroad, or returning to Ireland - get in touch with Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project diasporasupport.ie/get-help/. Instagram: @crosscareirishdiasporasupportporject @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01 TikTok: @irishdiasporasupport @greenerfieldss

During this week's episode of greener fields, Hannah chat's with Úna Harty from Co. Limerick in Ireland. Having grown up in Limerick, Úna moved to Dublin for college and lived and studied in the city for 8 years before deciding to pack up her life to go traveling. From here Úna complete a section of the Camino, travelled around Asia and ended up in Valencia in Spain where she now lives. During this conversation Úna speaks about how she made the most of her time in college, her Covid catalyst, her different peaks and pits of her travels, the reality of what life is like living in Spain, creating a travel blog with her girlfriend (backpackhers.com) and so much more. Throughout this conversation Úna also speaks about the importance of recognising the things that make you feel alive, her experience of expat life, her thoughts on Ireland today while she also shares some really important advice that she's learned along the way. This truly is such a special conversation about living, learning and being brave throughout it all - so make sure to check it out today. *To find out more about an Camino trip hosted by Úna & Emma, register your interest here - https://backpackhers.com/blog/ Instagram: @unaharty @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this week's episode of greener fields Hannah chats with content creator Grá Daly from Tipperary. Having grown up in rural Ireland, Grá went to study law as an undergrad and is now completing Masters in Teaching alongside and running her socials ' Hey It's Grá', where she showcases unique and budget friendly things to do around Dublin. During this very special conversation, Grá speaks about her experience growing up in Ireland, her time in university, discovering a love of social media, life learnings to date and so much more. Grá poignantly takes us through different challenges and changes she's faced over the last few years, discusses the importance of putting yourself out there, her thoughts on emigration, shares some of her favourite Dublin recommendations alongside her hopes for the future, so make sure to give it a listen today. Instagram: @heyitsgra_ @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this conversation Hannah is joined by Andreea Lazar from Romania who has lived and worked in Cork for the last 8 years as a nurse. In this chat Andreea speaks about her decision to move to Ireland 8 years ago, the most difficult parts about the move, her favourite parts about living in Cork and so much more. Over the last several years Andreea has traveled around Ireland, falling in love with the beauty on her doorstep. During this conversation Andreea also discusses the guilt associated with emigrating from home, making changes the align with her dreams, embracing independence and finding a sense of home wherever you go. This is a special conversation all about trying something new, embracing Ireland to the fullest, pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone and more - so make sure to check it out today. Instagram: @andreealazar12 @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this weeks conversation Hannah chats with Aisling Magee from Co.Down and Eoin Ruddy from Co. Tyrone. During this episode they both speak about their travels, adventures to date, what they have learned along the way and more. With over 29k subscribers on YouTube, Eoin and Aisling document their travels and adventures around the world online since they left Ireland in September 2021. Since then they have hiked through Croatia, climbed to Everest Base camp and travelled all through Southeast Asia - and aren't planning on stopping anytime soon! During this conversation they speak into their relationship with travel, their motivation for adventure, the highs and lows they have experienced over the last few years and more. Both Eoin and Aisling are such naturally gifted story tellers, and through their stories of their travels over the last couple of years they can't help but leave you feeling inspired to find your own version of adventure. Make sure to listen to this very special conversation today. Instagram: @eoin_and_aisling @hannahnash01 @greenerfieldss

During this weeks episode of greener fields Hannah chats with Gino Forte from Co. Tipperary. In this conversation Gino speaks about growing in Clonmel, living in Cork City, emigrating to Dubai, working in property and so much more. During this episode Gino takes us through what his life was like growing up, how the decision to move to Dubai came about, what the reality is like working in property, his experience of life in Dubai, what he has learned over the last few months and more. Gino also speaks about the highs and lows he's experienced over the last few years, his take on the reality of emigration, what he's discovered about different cultures, as well as his experience of making friends abroad and taking risks. If you've ever wondered what life is like living in Dubai, considered working in property or just curious about another perspective on this very topical conversation regarding travel and emigration, check out this conversation today to hear Gino's take. Instagram: @ginoforte97 @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this episode of greener fields, Hannah chat's with Emily Clery from Co.Wicklow. In this episode Emily speaks about her experience growing up in Ireland, discovering her different passions in life, embracing the Irish outdoors alongside so much more. During this very special chat Emily speaks about her time in college studying Psychology, working in the corporate world in Dublin, making friends in Ireland as an adult while also learning to embrace discomfort in finding what lights her up. Throughout this conversation Emily speaks about her time as a guide with Galz Gone Wild, an all girls hiking group based in Ireland. Here Emily shares with us the profound impact that finding your tribe, connecting with the outdoors and following what feels right to you can have on your life. This is an incredibly special conversation all about feeling seen, finding places where you feel like belong, embracing Ireland and the Irish outdoors, taking a shot in the dark and learning to be where you are, so make sure to take a listen today. Instagram: @emilyclery @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this weeks conversation, Hannah chats with 26 year old Lauren Redmond from Dublin. In this episode Lauren speaks about growing up in Ireland, emigrating to Canada, coming home after a few weeks, what she's learned along the way and so much more. Lauren is a yoga teacher, reiki practitioner and podcast host from Dublin, who spent years planning to emigrate to Canada only to make the difficult decision to come home just a few weeks later. Now back living at home, Lauren so poignantly takes us through her experience of coming home, how to recognise when something isn't quite right, dealing with homesickness, the impact on her mental health, the importance of trusting the universe and letting go of the things that no longer serve you. During this conversation Lauren speaks about her experience and shares so much of what she's learned along the way that I really believe there is so much to be gained from this conversation whether you are in Ireland, abroad or looking for a change. To hear about Lauren's story - make sure to listen to this episode. Instagram: @laurenredmond @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01

During this conversation Hannah chat's with Aoife Cahill, born in Co.Clare. During this episode Aoife chat's about growing up in Ireland, living in Paris and what she's learned over the last number of years alongside so much more. Originally born in Co.Clare, Aoife spent most over her life in Limerick before she moved to Galway to study languages in NUIG. Having spent her summers France and attending a gaelscoil, Aoife spent a lot of her life surround language and culture, supporting her in her decision to move to Paris several years ago. During this special conversation Aoife speaks about her decision to move, what her time in France has been like, the highs and lows she's experienced living in Paris and much more. This is a conversation about leaving home despite loving home, what you learn about living in such a big city, the important in saying yes to things that might scare you and more, so make sure to check it out. Instagram: @_aoife.cahill @greenerfieldss @hannahnash01 TikTok: @aoifeinparis @greenerfields