Shaping Conversations: Podcast Updates, Sustainability & Media Ethics
🎙 Cut Through The Noise – Season 7 is in the Works!
We’re busy recording the new season of Cut Through The Noise, and I’m excited about what’s to come! Meeting new people, discussing fresh ideas, and continuing to learn and share insights with you has been a fantastic process.
This season, I want to ensure we bring you meaningful, insightful conversations that truly add value.
Want to get involved?
As we plan for upcoming episodes, we’d love to hear from you!
✅ Are you an expert in communications or marketing? Pitch yourself as a guest!
✅ Do you have a topic suggestion you’d love us to explore? Let us know!
Your input helps shape the show, so if you have a great idea or want to contribute, get in touch: hello@thecommunicationscoach.ie
🎧 In the meantime, catch up on all episodes below.
Guest On Ireland AM – Discussing the Week’s Biggest Stories
I was delighted to return to the Ireland AM couch last Sunday to discuss the latest news headlines.
We unpacked:
▶️ The ethics of media coverage – Is there such a thing as too much information when reporting on sensitive topics like the Pope’s health?
▶️ The diplomatic challenge facing the Taoiseach as he prepares to meet both Trump, and how communication plays a crucial role in navigating high-stakes political encounters.
It was a great discussion, and as always, great to chat with fellow contributors.
Workshop Success – Communicating Your Sustainability Credentials
This week, I had the pleasure of delivering a workshop at The CUBE, Portlaoise, focusing on how businesses can effectively communicate their green and sustainability credentials.
A huge thank you to Caroline Hofman and the team at The CUBE – Low Carbon Centre of Excellence for hosting and for creating a space where micro-businesses and SMEs can develop their sustainability strategies.
During the session, we explored:
✅ The importance of clear, authentic sustainability communication
✅ How to avoid greenwashing and build trust with customers
✅ Using storytelling, PR, and marketing to amplify sustainability efforts
✅ Leveraging certifications and partnerships to strengthen credibility
It was inspiring to work with so many business owners who are genuinely committed to improving their sustainability messaging. I’m looking forward to seeing their progress and continued impact.
This Week on Let’s Go Green – Energy, Community Action & the Global Waste Crisis
This week on Let’s Go Green on Midlands 103, we’re tackling some of the biggest sustainability issues affecting Ireland and beyond.
Conor O’Carroll (TheJournal.ie) joins me to break down the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) latest proposal on how data centres will meet their energy demands. As Ireland works to balance energy security and sustainability, we’ll explore the potential impact on the grid and the wider public.
Martina Martin (Tullamore Cycling and Touring Club) discusses her club’s passion for cycling and community spirit—but also shares a troubling discovery: illegal dumping in the Slieve Bloom Mountains. We’ll discuss the environmental impact of waste and what can be done to tackle this issue.
Caroline O'Doherty (Irish Independent) unpacks Waste Wars – The Scandalous Afterlife Of Your Trash by Alexander Clapp. This eye-opening book exposes the hidden world of the global waste trade, revealing where the world’s trash really ends up and the devastating environmental consequences of our throwaway culture.
📻 Tune in Monday at 7 PM on Midlands 103, or catch the podcast anytime on your preferred platform.
Let’s Go Green is proudly sponsored by EirGrid Group, supporting vital conversations about sustainability and environmental responsibility in Ireland.
From left to right: Conor O’Carroll, Martina Martin and Caroline O’Doherty
From recording Season 7 of Cut Through The Noise to discussing sustainability and media ethics, it’s been another busy week.
Your input is invaluable, so if you have ideas for the podcast or want to chat about how to improve your business communication, feel free to reach out.
Warm regards,
Aisling O’Rourke
The Communications Coach
