A life in
stories & songs.

Frankie Stories is my podcast and radio show about art, creativity and the lives behind them.

I revisit events from years gone by and explore the stories of well-known figures and extraordinary people whose lives are connected with the arts. I’m drawn to the human story: the experiences, encounters and ideas that leave their mark on creative work.

Sometimes I follow a theme as it appears in different art forms — in music, painting and literature. Sometimes I follow a remarkable life. The starting point is always something that interests me personally and makes me want to look closer, make connections and share what I discover.

You can also invite me to tell a Frankie Story in person. Choose one of my previously prepared programmes, or let’s agree on a new subject to explore especially for your occasion.

The possibilities aren’t limited to my imagination — yours is welcome here too. Perhaps you’d like a story about your favourite painter, writer or musician, or a theme that moves between different art forms. All commissioned Frankie Stories stay within the world of art and creativity.

We’ll discuss your interests and what you need, agree on a subject I can research and develop, and shape a live storytelling programme for your audience. A bespoke story involves dedicated research and preparation and is priced above an existing programme.

Frankie Stories Live opens a little door into my own life.

Here, I share personal stories with humour: amusing episodes, unexpected situations and the moments that make me stop and think, “Well, that was a story!” It’s a chance to get to know the person behind the creative projects, through the entertaining and sometimes surprising things that happen along the way.

This is the lighter, more playful corner of my world. Come for a laugh, a little curiosity and a few personal glimpses I feel like sharing.

Irish Dreams is an intimate musical solo show about Dolores O’Riordan, bringing theatre, storytelling and live singing together. Across approximately 90 minutes, I tell the moving story of her life, interwoven with 10 of The Cranberries’ best-known hits.

The story begins with her childhood and follows the challenges she faced, alongside the joys, successes and extraordinary heights of her career. It is a remarkable life story — deeply touching, and at times heartbreaking — that has become profoundly personal to me.

Dolores opened up sides of music and creativity I had never imagined, expanding my horizons in ways I couldn’t have anticipated. Over many years of work, her story became part of my own world. Now I’m finally ready to open a small door into that world and share it with you.

This show is my homage to Dolores and a tribute to her memory. I want more people to know her story, to meet the person behind the music and to understand why she means so much to me.

Irish Dreams is made for an intimate gathering: a space to listen, feel and experience this story together.

Dreamberriez: The Cranberries Tribute Band is my tribute to The Cranberries — a project built around my love for their distinctive sound and a determination to do their music justice.

I’ve worked to preserve as much as I can of their unmistakable 1990s character: a sound I associate deeply with Ireland, and especially Limerick. For me, it’s about more than playing the right notes. It’s about keeping the spirit and integrity of the music alive.

I spent time studying the accent and exploring vocal techniques, including Irish singing styles and the yodel-like breaks that are such an important part of the sound I wanted to honour. Bringing those details together has meant holding myself to a very high standard, always trying to get as close as I can to the original Cranberries sound.

Finding musicians who shared that commitment wasn’t easy. I chose them carefully — musicians who could meet that standard, do this music justice and help me preserve the authentic character of The Cranberries.

That care is at the heart of every Dreamberriez performance. If you’d like to bring the band to your event, tell us about your occasion and venue.