Music and the Mind Podcast

16/10/2024

Music and the Mind Podcast has been nominated for the Best Music Podcast award at .

We would be very grateful if you would take a minute to cast your vote for us.

Vote here: https://irishpodawards.ie/listeners-vote



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26/08/2024

Thanks to Lucy White of the Irish Independent for the mention!

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Music festival season is still in full swing, with Sounds from a Safe Harbour, District X, Clonakilty International Guitar Festival and Westport Festival of Chamber Music yet to come.

20/08/2024

🎶✨ The Power of Music on Your Mood ✨🎶

Did you know that music can impact how you feel and function throughout the day?

🚀 Faster music can boost your alertness and help you concentrate better.
🌟 Upbeat tunes can lift your spirits and make you feel more positive about life.
🌿 Slower tempos can soothe your mind and relax your muscles, easing the stress of the day.

Tune into the right music to match your mood and needs. What’s your go-to music for staying alert, feeling upbeat, or relaxing? Share in the comments! 🎧💬

18/08/2024

🎶✨ Music as a Lifesaver ✨🎶

During the pandemic, music was more than just a hobby—it felt like it was part of my soul. Prof. Luke O'Neill highlights that music, especially singing in choirs, can significantly boost the immune system and lower the risk of Alzheimer’s. Plus, it helps reduce infection risk, likely due to its stress-relieving benefits.

Music truly has a profound impact on our well-being. How has music helped you during challenging times? Share your experiences below! 🎧💬 Tune in for insights and inspiration from Luke O’Neill. Available on Spotify, Apple, and more!



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18/08/2024

🎶✨ Music as a Lifesaver ✨🎶

During the pandemic, music was more than just a hobby—it felt like it was part of my soul. Prof. Luke O'Neill highlights that music, especially singing in choirs, can significantly boost the immune system and lower the risk of Alzheimer’s. Plus, it helps reduce infection risk, likely due to its stress-relieving benefits.

Music truly has a profound impact on our well-being. How has music helped you during challenging times? Share your experiences below! 🎧💬 Tune in for insights and inspiration from Luke O’Neill. Available on Spotify, Apple, and more!




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13/08/2024

How do you think music influences our physical and emotional health? Share your thoughts and experiences below!

Tune in for insights and inspiration from Luke O’Neill. Available on Spotify, Apple, and more!


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08/08/2024

In this episode, our co-hosts Shane Mitchell and Shane Martin welcome special guest Professor Luke O' Neill.

Luke O’Neill is a professor of biochemistry in the School of Biochemistry and Immunology at Trinity College Dublin. During the Covid-19 pandemic he was often seen or heard on Irish media, helping the public understand the virus and how to protect ourselves and each other.

Maybe less well known is the fact that he is also a musician with the band The Metabollix.

Tune in now to hear some amazing insights on the effects of music on our physical and emotional health.

Available wherever you get your podcast.
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Apple: https://shorturl.at/O40PX
More Info: https://linktr.ee/musicandthemindpodcast(link in bio)

Music and the Mind is a new podcast hosted by Shane Mitchell of the Irish folk band Dervish and psychologist Shane Martin. They chat with musicians, composers, and producers about their musical journeys and the impact of music on their lives. Guests also explore how music affects our minds and emotions through psychological insights.



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06/08/2024

🎶✨ Music and Chronic Pain ✨🎶

Did you know music can help alleviate chronic pain? Studies show that music can reduce pain through endorphin release, distraction, and relaxation. Patients often report improved quality of life, with benefits including reduced anxiety, better sleep, and increased relaxation.

Though research varies, many GPs recommend music as a part of pain management. It's a safe, side-effect-free way to complement other treatments and help patients regain a sense of control.

🎧 How has music helped you with pain or stress? Share your experiences below!

04/08/2024

🎶💭 "I was listening to a song that they had just released, and I was thinking, they wrote that just for me." - Paul Bond

Music has a magical way of connecting with us on a deeply personal level. Sometimes, it feels like a song was made just for us, resonating with our own experiences and emotions. Whether it's a new release or a favorite tune, music can provide comfort, insight, and a sense of being understood.

How has a song ever felt like it was written just for you? Share your experiences in the comments below! 🎧💬



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02/08/2024

🎤 We want to hear from YOU! 🎶

In Episode 8 of Music and the Mind, we explored the incredible impact of music on resilience and coping with chronic pain. Now, we want to hear your stories. Music has a unique way of touching our lives and helping us through tough times.

What are some ways you've found music helps you cope with challenges or pain in your life? Share your experiences in the comments below and join the conversation!

Your story could inspire others to find comfort and strength through music. Let’s create a community of support and healing together. 💪💚

You can read Paul's blog here: https://superjetrobotdinosaurs.com/



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30/07/2024

"Chronic pain is so complex, it really is about finding ways for people to live well with pain." - Dr. Katie Fitzpatrick, Music Therapist & Researcher.

In Episode 8 of Music and the Mind Podcast, join hosts Shane Mitchell and Shane Martin as they explore the power of music in fostering resilience with Dr. Katie Fitzpatrick and music lover and cancer patient, Paul Bond. Discover how music can be a healing force, helping individuals navigate the challenges of chronic pain and build resilience. 🎶🧠💪

Dr Katie Fitzpatrick is a trained music therapist, community musician, researcher, pianist and singer who is passionate about using music to promote health and wellbeing. She has MA's in Music Therapy and in Community Music, and completed her PhD research on the use of music and music therapy for people living with chronic pain at the University of Limerick. She currently works as Senior Music Therapist at the Pain Management Centre in the UL Hospitals Group.

Tune in now and be inspired by their incredible stories. Available wherever you get your podcasts!



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25/07/2024

We're back with Ep. 8! Join your hosts, Shane Mitchell and Shane Martin, as they explore the topic of music and resilience with music therapist and researcher, Dr Katie Fitzpatrick, and cancer patient and music lover, Paul Bond. Together, they consider the role music plays when dealing with pain and whether it can help foster resilience.

Available wherever you get your podcast.
Spotify: https://shorturl.at/x3830
Apple: https://shorturl.at/O40PX
More Info: https://linktr.ee/musicandthemindpodcast(link in bio)

Music and the Mind is a new podcast hosted by Shane Mitchell of the Irish folk band Dervish and psychologist Shane Martin. They chat with musicians, composers, and producers about their musical journeys and the impact of music on their lives. Guests also explore how music affects our minds and emotions through psychological insights.



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23/07/2024

Ever noticed how a song’s meaning shifts with your age and state of mind? It’s incredible how the lyrics and rhythm of music can deeply resonate with our emotions. Happy songs can lift our spirits, while sad ones can help us confront and understand life's tougher truths.

Your perception of life transforms with every note and melody. Music isn't just an art form; it’s a powerful lens through which we experience and interpret our world.

How has a song's meaning changed for you over time? Share your thoughts below!



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21/07/2024

In Episode 7, Adrian Dunbar shares his journey from music aspirations to acting success in our latest podcast episode. Discover how his path led him to iconic roles in "Line of Duty" and "Kiss Me, Kate," and hear his thoughts on the irreplaceable impact of music.

Tune in on Spotify, Apple, and more. Links in bio!



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19/07/2024

🎶 If your life had a soundtrack, what songs and music would be on it? 🎶

Music has a unique way of capturing the essence of our experiences, emotions, and memories. If your life had a soundtrack, what song would be on it? Is it a song that reminds you of a special moment, a challenge you overcame, or a period of growth and transformation?

In our latest episode of Music and the Mind, Adrian Dunbar talks about the profound impact of music on our lives. From his mother's musical influence to his own eclectic taste, Adrian shares why music is irreplaceable for us all. This got us thinking about how different songs mark different chapters of our lives.

Join the conversation! Comment below with the song that would be the soundtrack to your life and tell us why it’s meaningful to you. 🎧✨

Listen to the full episode on Spotify, Apple, and more. Links in bio!



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🎙️With Shane Mitchell & Shane Martin.
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16/07/2024

We can't imagine a world without music, can you?

🎶 In our latest podcast episode, Adrian Dunbar dives deep into the profound impact of music on our lives. From his mother's musical influence to his own eclectic taste, Adrian shares why music is irreplaceable for us all.

Join Shane Mitchell and Shane Martin as they explore the essence of music with Adrian, known for his iconic roles in "Line of Duty" and "Kiss Me, Kate." Don’t miss this insightful conversation!

Listen now on Spotify, Apple, and more. Links in bio!



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11/07/2024

In this episode, our co-hosts Shane Mitchell and Shane Martin welcome special guest Adrian Dunbar, who speaks about the influence of his musical mother, his eclectic taste in music, and what music means to him.

Adrian Dunbar is an actor, director and singer from Enniskillen, Co Fermanagh. With a career spanning over four decades, Adrian is well known for his role as Superintendent Ted Hastings in all six series of BBC Television's Line of Duty. He has also starred in Ridley, Emily and Blood in recent years. Adrian is currently starring in Cole Porter’s classic musical Kiss Me, Kate at the Barbican Theatre in London.

Available wherever you get your podcast.
Spotify: https://shorturl.at/x3830
Apple: https://shorturl.at/O40PX
More Info: https://linktr.ee/musicandthemindpodcast(link in bio)

Music and the Mind is a new podcast hosted by Shane Mitchell of the Irish folk band Dervish and psychologist Shane Martin. They chat with musicians, composers, and producers about their musical journeys and the impact of music on their lives. Guests also explore how music affects our minds and emotions through psychological insights.



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09/07/2024