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Anna Galligan – Episode 23

Declan McGlade September 10, 2026

In this episode, Orlane is joined by Anna Galligan, a seasoned arts professional with nearly 40 years of experience as an actress, drama facilitator, theatre director, performing arts teacher and lecturer. Anna first appeared on the show nine months ago in Episode…

Joy & Jargon – Episode 22

billbergin August 26, 2026

In this episode, Orlane is joined by Lucia, a compliance specialist with over 10 years of experience in the insurance sector. Together they unpack some of the key terms used in compliance, including “framework”, “governance”, and the well-known “Three Lines of Defence”…

Joy & Jargon – Episode 21 – Dr Maurice Nicholson

billbergin August 12, 2026

In this episode, Orlane is joined by Dr Maurice Nicholson, a veterinarian with 50 years of experience and a passionate hawk specialist. Together they explore how the specialised language of falconry has quietly entered everyday English. Expressions such as “fed up”, “hoodwinked”,…

Joy & Jargon: Siobhan Comyns (Senior Executive Assistant, part II)

billbergin July 29, 2026

In this second conversation with Siobhan Comyns, we move beyond the professional jargon and explore the skills, mindset, and life lessons behind a successful 36-year international career as a Senior Executive Assistant. Siobhan shares what it really takes to thrive in this…

Joy and Jargon: Siobhan Comyns

billbergin July 15, 2026

In this 19th episode of Joy and Jargon, Orlane brings our attention to a role that is often undervalued: the Senior Executive Assistant. Her guest, Siobhan Comyns, is a true veteran with 36 years of experience. Siobhan began her career in the Irish Civil Service which…

Eorna Walton

Rodrigo July 2, 2026

In this 18th episode of Joy and Jargon, Orlane continues the exploration of visual art with figurative painter and art teacher, Eorna Walton. Eorna draws inspiration from her everyday surroundings — from intimate still lifes in her studio and garden scenes on the…