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Modern Irish Mom: Faith, Courage, and Tuning Out the Noise
In this episode, Carla sits down with Lisa O’Sullivan Shaw known to many as Modern Irish Mom on Instagram for an inspiring and deeply personal conversation. Lisa’s Instagram is filled with hilarious videos poking fun at mom life, along with plenty of fashion content. But behind the laughs and style, Lisa has a truly remarkable story.She opens up about her journey from overcoming childhood bullying to being crowned Miss Ireland Universe and making a bold move to NYC on a whim. Now, as a mother and online creator, she shares how faith has guided her through life’s toughest challenges, including her battle with a serious heart condition.Lisa recounts the harrowing experience of waking up in a high-dependency ICU after life-saving open-heart surgery and the long road to recovery that followed. Please note: we do discuss details of Lisa’s surgery, so listen with care.Follow Lisa on Instagram www.instagram.com/modernirishmomGet in touch - [email protected] Like and subscribe - and come back for a new episode next week. The Imperfectionist is a GoLoud original. Presented by Half of Carla aka Carla Piera FitzGerald and produced by Claire O'DowdEvery Tuesday, Carla will be joined by a guest who will share their own self-doubts and how they've overcome them. Together, we’ll dive into how embracing imperfection might just help unlock your true potential.Follow Carla on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/halfofcarla& YouTube https://www.youtube.com/halfofcarla
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Erica Cody: A Redirection in the Right Direction
In this episode, Carla is joined by singer, songwriter, and self-confessed yapper, Erica Cody. They dive into the story behind her brand Rally Grl, the importance of carving out space for creativity, and why she sees herself as her biggest competitor. Erica opens up about facing self-doubt how she’s found her own way to silence it and reach for the stars anyway! Follow Erica on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ericacodyKeep an eye on her brand Rally Grl https://www.instagram.com/rally.grlAnd check out her latest single “Grl Don’t Do It” found.ee/grl-dont-do-itGet in touch - [email protected] Like and subscribe - and come back for a new episode next week. The Imperfectionist is a GoLoud original. Presented by Half of Carla aka Carla Piera FitzGerald and produced by Claire O'DowdEvery Tuesday, Carla will be joined by a guest who will share their own self-doubts and how they've overcome them. Together, we’ll dive into how embracing imperfection might just help unlock your true potential.Follow Carla on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/halfofcarla& YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/halfofcarla
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Carla's Correspondence Corner: Mailbag Special
The curse of comparison, negative friends, body image holding back relationships, failing to stay on track, and braving a brand new start are some of the areas covered this week in a special ‘mailbag’ episode - where Carla reads listeners messages and gives her opinion and some advice.And the self compassion pioneer that Carla mentions is Dr Kristen Neff. Read more about her work here. New episode every Tuesday. Get in touch email [email protected] you have ever felt 'not good enough' or struggled with negative self-talk, this is the podcast for you. In Carla's journey, of losing over half her body weight, she discovered that the biggest transformation wasn’t physical, it was learning to silence her inner critic and reframe her thinking. Carla is joined by guests who will share their own self-doubts and how they've overcome them. Together, we’ll dive into how embracing imperfection might just help unlock your true potential.Half of Carla’s 'The Imperfectionist' is a GoLoud original.Presented by Carla Piera FitzGerald and produced by Claire O'DowdFollow Carla on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/halfofcarla& YouTube https://www.youtube.com/halfofcarla
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Clare McKenna: Wellness, Connection & Embracing Life’s Magic Moments
This week, Carla is joined by the passionate presenter, broadcaster, and health coach, Clare McKenna. Clare shares insights from her career, the power of putting yourself out there and embracing life’s magic moments. Clare & Carla explore why being “full of yourself” should be seen as a positive, the importance of meaningful connections, and the natural ebbs and flows of adult friendships. They also dive into the wellness industry, the value of regularly checking in with yourself, and why staying in your comfort zone might be holding you back.Follow Clare on Instagram - www.instagram.com/claremckennapresentsFind out more about her events and courses on www.nourishyourself.ieAnd catch her on her show “Alive & Kicking" Sundays, 8-9am on Newstalk.If you want to get in touch, if you’ve feedback or a topic you want to discuss, email us [email protected] Tuesday, Carla will be joined by a guest who will share their own self-doubts and how they've overcome them. Together, we’ll dive into how embracing imperfection might just help unlock your true potential.Follow Carla on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/halfofcarla& YouTube https://www.youtube.com/halfofcarlaThe Imperfectionist is a GoLoud original. Presented by Carla Piera FitzGerald and produced by Claire O'Dowd
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The Glam Shamrock, Laura Drury: Authenticity, Confidence & C-Section Realities
The guest this episode is the wonderful Laura Drury—also known as The Glam Shamrock on Instagram. Laura is a content creator, business owner, and Mum of three. She shares everything from fashion to family life, always with honesty!Carla and Laura spoke about self-doubt, comparison, and how to stay true to yourself when the online world tells you otherwise. Laura’s work advocating for women and c-sections. This episode includes discussion on fertility, pregnancy loss and birth.Follow Laura on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theglamshamrockThe Imperfectionist is a GoLoud original. Presented by Half of Carla aka Carla Piera FitzGerald and produced by Claire O'DowdIf you have ever felt 'not good enough' or struggled with negative self-talk, this is the podcast for you. In Carla's journey, of losing over half her body weight, she discovered that the biggest transformation wasn’t physical, it was learning to silence her inner critic and reframe her thinking.Every Tuesday, Carla will be joined by a guest who will share their own self-doubts and how they've overcome them. Together, we’ll dive into how embracing imperfection might just help unlock your true potential.Follow Carla on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/halfofcarla& YouTube https://www.youtube.com/halfofcarla
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About The Imperfectionist

Hosted by Carla Fitzgerald (Half of Carla) ‘The Imperfectionist’ is all about overcoming negative self-talk and embracing personal growth. In the process of losing over half her body weight, Carla realised the most important transformation wasn’t physical—it was learning to let go of perfectionism and silence her inner critic. In each episode, Carla shares her story and chats to guests who reveal their own self doubts and how they have overcome them to become happier and more successful. The goal? To help listeners empower themselves, embrace their imperfections, and unlocking their true potential.