Hosted by Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 126 episodes
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The Stripped Back Podcast is more than a Business Podcast. It's a Society and Culture show that looks beyond Careers to explore who we are, what drives us, and how we grow. Hosted by cousins Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan, it looks past job titles to uncover the real stories, pressures and lessons shaping modern life. Rooted in working-class values but relevant to anyone striving to grow. Listen to our Studio Based Guest Interviews and our off the cuff, recorded anywhere Overload Segments on your favourite podcast platform. Join our community, follow us on Instagram @thestrippedbackpodcast
Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan hosts The Stripped Back Podcast, a business show with 126 episodes published.
In this solo bonus episode, Stephen reflects on a career lesson that has shaped his journey both on and off the tools, the danger of limiting yourself. From starting out as an apprentice electrician to stepping into an A
Join one half of The Stripped Back Podcast, Co-Host Stephen Buckley as he reflects on the origins and evolution of the podcast. From starting with just an idea, a phone and honesty, the podcast has grown into a platform
This week we are joined by electrical apprentice Aaron Murray for a special summer break bonus episode filled with honest conversation, motivation and real life perspective. Aaron speaks openly about his experience in sc
Season 9 comes to a powerful and emotional close as we sit down with paramedic and frontline worker John Gaughan for one of the most honest conversations we’ve ever had on The Stripped Back Podcast. In this season finale
Join Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan as they discuss the evolving landscape of renewable energy, the importance of industry standards, and practical insights into electrical safety and maintenance. This episode offers
In our penultimate interview episode of Season 9, we sit down with Adam Powell from Powell Insulation for a proper, honest conversation about building a modern trade business while staying rooted in family values. Adam t
In this episode, we sit down with Ian Brennan of Ian Brennan & The Echoes and Ronan Sherlock from Ian Brennan & The Echoes & Gather The Lost for a real, honest look at life in the Irish music scene. We get into the lads’
This episode featuring Northern Irish Plumber Aaron Cunningham and Dublin Painter Julian Fraser from Fraser Painting, offers raw, honest conversations about health battles, the trades, childhood memories, and mental well
Join Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan in this episode as they explore Ireland's current fuel protests, to innovative DIY education programs. Discover how grassroots movements and practical skills are shaping the future
Join us as we explore the journey of a talented Irish craftsman who shares his experiences from rural Ireland to Australia and New Zealand, highlighting the importance of trades, craftsmanship, and social media in modern
In this episode, we sit down with Fergal Cantwell to break down the realities of retrofitting, energy management, and navigating grants in Ireland. Fergal shares practical insights from the front line of the industry, cu
In this episode, we sit down with Saul Whelan to dive into his journey from school into the world of surveying and the wider construction industry. Saul shares a refreshingly honest perspective on carving out a career pa
Unlock the secrets to elevating your trade game and setting yourself apart at industry events. This episode dives into the power of community, storytelling, and strategic networking, showing how tradespeople and designer
We kick off Season 9 with this special episode of The Stripped Back Podcast, were we took the microphones on the road and headed to the Design Source Ireland Trade & Networking Event at the RDS Dublin. Rather than sittin
In this bonus off season Overload Segment episode, Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan dive into WorldSkills 2025, exploring the incredible range of career opportunities available to students across the trades. From electr
In this bonus Overload Segment, Stephen shares his full journey, from starting out as an electrical apprentice in 2006 to stepping into a leadership role as Assistant Manager of a Mobile Maintenance Team in 2026, Twenty
Season 8 Episode 10, The Season Finale featuring Shay Lally on Restoration, Renovation and The Reality of Costs. We get into: The truth about renovation budgets (and why transparency matters) Managing client expectations
This episode marks a huge milestone for the podcast, 100 episodes. Stephen and Keith celebrate it with a conversation that perfectly reflects what the show is all about: real stories, real people, and real journeys. For
We welcome back a powerful voice and previous guest, Robin Grace, who first joined us in Season 5, Episode 5. During that episode, Robin courageously opened up about his battle with mental health issues rooted in childho
In this powerful episode, we’re joined by Karl Kelly, Irish personal trainer, former professional boxer, and a man with a story that hits hard in all the right ways. Karl opens up about his early life growing up in Monks
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The Stripped Back Podcast is hosted by Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan. The show is categorised under business (careers) and has published 126 episodes.
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