{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Taran's Parallel Universe","title":"Nina Carberry: Jockey, Dancer, Politician","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/a87515b1\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1564,"description":"Life's most defining moments often stem from decisions that feel small at the time, or from a resilience that must be cultivated from a young age to overcome a male-dominated world. It takes mental fortitude and an all-in commitment to transition from a grueling career like champion jockey to a public life as a television personality and politician.\nThis episode delves into the pivotal choices, heartbreaking sacrifices, and intense focus required to succeed across multiple, completely different fields. Discover how one moment on a reality TV show redefined a career trajectory and why trusting your own conviction is the key to achieving the unbelievable.\nThis journey is brought to you by the brilliant Nina Carberry, a Member of the European Parliament (MEP), Champion Jockey, and TV Personality, who shares the work ethic that defines her life.\nTHINGS WE SPOKE ABOUT\nConsidering a career in sports massage/physio.\nDancing with the Stars opened new paths.\nBuilding resilience from childhood farm life.\nThe life-changing decision to have a family.\nRegret over turning down US scholarship\nGUEST DETAILS \nNina Carberry | MEP, Champion Jockey & TV Personality Nina Carberry is a legendary Irish sportswoman, politician, and television personality. Widely regarded as one of the greatest amateur riders in horse racing history, she secured seven Cheltenham Festival winners and a historic victory in the 2011 Irish Grand National before retiring in 2018. \nSince hanging up her silks, Nina has become a household name on screen, winning Dancing with the Stars in 2022 and serving as a coach on RTÉ’s Ireland’s Fittest Family. In 2024, she successfully transitioned into politics, being elected as a Member of the European Parliament (MEP) for the Midlands–North-West constituency. \nShe is also the author of the Rowan Tree Stables children’s book series and remains a prominent figure in Irish public life.\nConnect with Nina Carberry:\nwebsite: https://ninacarberrymep.com\nHOST INFORMATION\nTaran...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/CJH_m_zOlXCJs3BklyOuvUxc5TkdkVIwfo8m2pAZc38/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wMDdj/MjZmOTkzMzM4YjRk/OTA3NTNlNzliYjZl/M2Q1MC5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}