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Ber Grogan chats with guests about lived experience, frontline perspectives and homelessness policy.
New episodes released each Tuesday in the lead-up to Simon Week 2026.
Proudly supported by Cash & Carry Kitchens.
Learn more at Simon.ie/SimonWeek
New episodes released each Tuesday in the lead-up to Simon Week 2026.
Proudly supported by Cash & Carry Kitchens.
Learn more at Simon.ie/SimonWeek
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Average audio length:
39 minutes
Guest interviews
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English
Ireland
4 episodes
since Sept. 1, 2026
episodic
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What is the One Big Push the Irish Government can make to end homelessness in Europe?
Ber is joined by Freek Spinnewijn, Director of FEANTSA, to discuss the policies, partnerships and political leadership needed to turn the tide on homelessness across Ireland and Europe.
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How do our experiences shape the way we see the world?
Ber is joined by Séan Kinsella who shares his perspective as someone with lived experience of homelessness, and Fiona Brennan, clinical hypnotherapist, author and wellbeing advocate, to explore connection, resilience and the importance of belo…
How can we remove stigma and shame from the experience of homelessness?
Ber is joined by Dermot McCann of Midlands Simon Community and Daragh Long of Cork Simon Community to discuss the importance of dignity, respect and person-centred support in responding to homelessness.
What difference do Simon Community services make to people experiencing homelessness in Galway and Dublin?
Ber is joined by Karen Feeney of Galway Simon Community and Eavanna Maloney of Dublin Simon Community to discuss the realities of frontline services and the impact they have on the lives of p…
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