Podcast
CraicPit
Hosted by Damien Hennigan · EN
All things fitness, nutrition, mindset and acting the maggot
11episodes
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CraicPit 70: Rise of the Modern Warrior Workshop ⚔️
Jul 1000:29:05Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Gavin Meenan and I take you through the Rise of the Modern Warrior Workshop, a workshop we’ve designed specifically for men who are incredibly busy, short on time, and feeling unsure about the direction of their lives.Gavin brings a wealth of knowledge around breaking through limiting beliefs, setting boundaries, and building mental resilience, while I cover the foundations of sleep, nutrition, training, and creating a lifestyle that actually works.This isn’t a sit-back-and-listen seminar.It’s a fully interactive workshop where you’ll work alongside other men, complete practical exercises, and leave with your own personalised blueprint, a clear plan built around your life, your goals, and your challenges.If you’re tired of feeling stuck and you’re ready to take control of your health, mindset and future, this workshop is for you.📩 Message myself or Gavin and we’ll send you the booking link.
Transcribe →CraicPit 69: Alpha Clan Headspace Work 🧠
Jun 400:38:56Tap to summarizeThis is the unsexy stuff… and the stuff most men would never even think about looking into.But honestly? It’s probably the element that has made the biggest difference in my own life.Your mindset dictates everything:Your habits.Your confidence.Your relationships.Your health.Your success.What are your blockers?What are the beliefs that are holding you back?Why do you keep sabotaging yourself when things are going well?Inside the Alpha Clan, this is the work we do. We identify the problems at the root and rip them out. 💥This is Part 3 of the Alpha Clan optimisation series and possibly the most important one of all.If you’re ready to level up your life, message me on Instagram and join the Alpha Clan today. 📩
Transcribe →CraicPit 68: Alpha Clan Sleep Optimisers 😴
May 2800:27:47Tap to summarizeSleep is one of the biggest problems most men are facing right now… and also one of the most overlooked.Most lads are very quick to jump into training programs and nutrition plans while completely neglecting the thing that controls your energy, recovery, mood, hormones, productivity and fat loss… your sleep.In this episode, I break down exactly:❌ What’s going wrong with your sleep✅ How to fix it🧠 Why your brain and body are exhausted📱 The habits that are destroying your recoveryThis is Part 2 of the Alpha Clan optimisation series and if you can fix your sleep, you can genuinely change your life.If you want help fixing your sleep and getting your structure back, send me a DM and join the Alpha Clan. 📩
Transcribe →CraicPit 67: The Alpha Clan 5 Principles of Nutrition for Men 🥩
May 2100:29:30Tap to summarizeThis episode is a deep dive into the exact nutrition principles we teach inside the Alpha Clan to help busy men get unbelievable results without overcomplicating things.This is Part 1 of a brand-new series:🥩 Part 1 — Nutrition😴 Part 2 — Sleep🧠 Part 3 — MindsetIn this episode, I break down the 5 simple principles I’ve created to remove all the guesswork from nutrition and make getting in shape as straightforward as possible. No fad diets. No calorie obsession. Just structure that actually works for real men with busy lives.If you’ve been confused about food, this episode will simplify everything.And if you’re ready to take action and join the Alpha Clan , send me a DM on Instagram 📩
Transcribe →CraicPit 66: 💉 Dr. Martin Rourke — Men’s Health, TRT & The Questions Irish Men Are Afraid to Ask
May 1301:24:06Tap to summarizeThis was a fantastic conversation with Dr. Martin Rourke, one of Ireland’s leading doctors in the area of men’s health and testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). 🇮🇪Let’s be honest, TRT and men’s hormone health are still very new topics in Ireland. Trying to find a specialist in this space is like looking for hen’s teeth, and doctors working directly in TRT are incredibly rare.Martin shares his journey from becoming a doctor to eventually specialising in men’s health, and we dive deep into the issues many men are silently struggling with, particularly around energy, hormones, performance, and sexual health.If you’re a man dealing with health concerns right now and looking for real answers, this episode will clear up a lot of questions you probably have in your head.🎧 A seriously valuable listen. Find Martin:https://www.optiman.ie/
Transcribe →CraicPit 65: The Penis Guy🍆 — Fixing ED with Michael Strom
Mar 3100:51:10Tap to summarizeThis one’s a fun but powerful episode with Michael Strom — aka the penis guy. 😅Michael’s journey is fascinating… from being an army officer to now helping men overcome erectile dysfunction through psychological intervention and shockwave therapy.Let’s be honest — ED is a tough subject for most men to talk about. But that’s exactly why this conversation matters. Michael is doing serious work in creating a space where men can actually open up, learn, and take action.We get into practical steps you can take straight away, and also how to reach out if you want to properly fix the issue.Real talk. No shame. Just solutions.Instagram
Transcribe →CraicPit 64: Iron Mind — Daniel Harte on Grit, Solo Adventures & Smashing His First Ironman
Jan 2301:03:31Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I’m joined by Daniel Harte, a proud Cavan man and Alpha Clan alum who recently smashed his very first Ironman. 🏊🚴♂️🏃♂️Daniel’s mindset is next level — a powerful mix of grit, belief, and raw determination. He’s the kind of lad who sets his mind to something and just gets it done, no excuses. We chat about his Ironman prep, his drive to explore the world solo, and how he regularly heads off into the Aussie bush alone with nothing but his Ute and his thoughts. 🇦🇺🌿Whether you’re into endurance sports or just need a shot of motivation, this episode will light a fire under you.
Transcribe →CraicPit 63: From Whitewater to the World’s Peaks — The Wild Journey of Irish Mountaineer Jam McManus
Sep 401:03:54Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I’m joined by Jam McManus, an Irish mountaineer with a story like no other. While most lads were pushed into GAA, Jam’s mother had a different plan — she introduced him to whitewater kayaking, and that lit the spark for a life of adventure. 🌊➡️🏔️That spark turned into a full-blown obsession with the outdoors, leading Jam to take on some of the world’s most challenging mountains — and in 2027, he plans to climb Mount Everest without oxygen. 😮Even more inspiring, he’s turned his passion into his profession with his company Herage, which leads mountaineering expeditions across the globe — from Everest Base Camp to Mount Kilimanjaro and Machu Picchu (which I’ve got my eye on 👀).This was a cracking conversation with an absolute legend.🎧 Link in bio to give it a listen!InstagramEarths EdgeDiscount Code: CraicPit (€200 discount)
Transcribe →CraicPit 62: From Couch to 100 Miles — Daniel Del Piccolo’s Unstoppable Endurance Journey
Jul 17, 202501:02:30Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I’m joined by Daniel Del Piccolo, an endurance athlete from the southeast of England with an inspiring story of transformation.From the couch to 10Ks, then on to half marathons, full marathons, and eventually ultra-endurance events over 100 miles — Daniel shares the mindset, discipline, and absolute passion for running that’s driven him every step of the way. 🏅We chat about the mental strength it takes to keep going when your body wants to quit, the nutrition behind peak performance, and what running has taught him about life and personal growth.If you’re a runner — or thinking about becoming one — this is the episode for you.Instagram
Transcribe →CraicPit 61: From Party Boy to Purpose-Driven — Emmett McKenna’s Journey of Identity, Struggle & Strength
Jun 25, 202501:13:45Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I sat down with Emmet McKenna — a self-proclaimed party boy turned fitness guru with a powerful story of transformation. 🍻➡️💪We got deep on the topic of discovering your true identity, especially when it feels like you’re following the wrong crowd because it’s the only crowd there is. Emmet opens up about seeking help through counselling and therapy, and the importance of men acknowledging their darker thoughts — without letting them take control.Emmet is an absolute champion of a man, and someone I truly look up to. This one’s real, honest, and filled with insight.
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