The Comeback with Brenda Dennehy is a powerful podcast that delves into the most inspiring stories of resilience, transformation, and triumph. Hosted by Brenda Dennehy, the podcast shares the journeys of real people who have faced some of life’s toughest challenges—hitting rock bottom, navigating through personal battles, and emerging stronger than ever.Every episode brings an honest and raw conversation about turning adversity into strength, showing that it's not just about bouncing back, but about thriving after hardship. Through heartfelt interviews, Brenda uncovers the moments that changed lives and the lessons learned along the way.From overcoming addiction to ac...
Latest episodes
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51 min
The Comeback with Eleanor Bermingham (Part 1)
My Husband of 10 Years Told Me He Was Gay | Eleanor Bermingham (Part 1)Imagine being married for 10 years, believing you have the perfect life, only for your husband to tell you he…
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46 min
The Comeback with Sarah McGarry
Growing up in a broken home and struggling at school with undiagnosed dyslexia, Sarah McGarry faced challenges from an early age.But nothing could have prepared her for November 20…
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46 min
The Comeback with Coolmine: Addiction, Recovery & Sober October
This week’s episode is a little different, and one that is very close to my heart.In support of Coolmine’s Sober October campaign, I’m joined by Lorraine Higgins and Caroline Dunne…
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49 min
The Comeback with Shirley Keegan
In this episode, Shirley Keegan shares a deeply personal story of resilience, motherhood, shame, burnout and rebuilding.From growing up in a very different Ireland, to becoming pre…
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28 min
The Comeback with Sarah Monaghan
This week on the podcast I sit down with 17-year-old Sarah Monaghan, who was diagnosed with thyroid cancer at just 13.Sarah speaks so openly about her diagnosis, undergoing an egg…
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50 min
The Comeback with Bernard Westman
Bernard Westman shares the story of the darkest period of his life, the moment he felt there was no way out, and what happened when his family found him in Galway.It is a deeply ho…
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53 min
The Comeback with Aoibhe Devlin
Aoibhe Devlin opens up like never before about some of the most difficult periods of her life.For the first time, she speaks publicly about experiencing postnatal depression, strug…
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1 h 24
Suddenly Widowed: Three Women Share Their Stories
What happens when the person you thought you would grow old with is suddenly gone?In this episode, Catriona Brennan, Samantha Byrne and Fiona McCluskey share their experiences of b…
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38 min
The Comeback with Caoimhe McGinley
This week, I’m joined by one of Ireland’s best-known content creators, Caoimhe McGinley.Many will know Caoimhe from The Big Hill House, but behind the beautiful home and social med…
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39 min
The Comeback with Caoimhe McGinley
This week, I’m joined by one of Ireland’s best-known content creators, Caoimhe McGinley.Many will know Caoimhe from The Big Hill House, but behind the beautiful home and social med…
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53 min
The Comeback with Eleanor Doyle
Eleanor Doyle Is BackThe podcast is back after the summer break, and we’re returning with an episode that has quite a story behind it.Eleanor has been here before. Her original epi…
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1 min
A Summer Pause Before the Next Chapter
After an incredible 14 months and almost 1.2 million Spotify streams, I’m taking a short summer break from the podcast.Thank you to every guest and listener who has supported the p…
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39 min
The Comeback with Caoimhe McGinley
This week, I'm joined by one of Ireland's most recognisable content creators, Caoimhe McGinley also known as The Big Hill House on Instagram.From building one of Ireland's best lov…
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48 min
Comeback Confidential with Psychotherapist Lauren Golden
Welcome to Comeback Confidential, the bonus series of The Comeback with Brenda Dennehy, where anonymous listener stories are shared in a safe and supportive space.In this episode,…
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48 min
The Comeback with Humphrey O' Driscoll
What happens when years of bullying, shame and addiction convince you that you're not worthy of being yourself?In this episode, Humphrey O'Driscoll shares his remarkable journey of…
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50 min
The Comeback with Lisa O' Sullivan Shaw
Lisa O'Sullivan Shaw's life has been anything but ordinary.Born with a heart condition, she underwent open heart surgery as a baby before growing up to become Miss Universe Ireland…
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1 h 12
The Comeback with Grace O' Connor
James O'Connor kissed his family goodbye and headed off on what was meant to be the adventure of a lifetime, climbing Mount Kilimanjaro to celebrate his 40th birthday in December 2…
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56 min
The Comeback with Rachel Forde
This week on the podcast, Brenda sits down with Rachel Forde for one of the most honest and powerful conversations we've had on the podcast.Many people may remember the headlines s…
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49 min
The Comeback with Colin Tobin
From working from the age of 12, to building businesses, losing almost €1.3 million, Colin Tobin's story is one of resilience, hard work, and determination.Despite the setbacks and…
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47 min
The Comeback with Dr. Brian Pennie
In this powerful conversation, Brian Pennie opens up about trauma, addiction, hitting rock bottom and the remarkable journey that took him from using heroin during his Leaving Cert…