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Episode 28 - James Conolly died for Lip Fillers?, Level 5 thoughts and the Gym Debate

Season 2, Ep. 28
On this episode, Eva and Lucy discuss what’s happening to Ireland at the moment. Listen to the girls discuss the debate around whether gyms should be open, the controversy around the government's actions in regards to Anti-Lockdown marches and how they're coping mentally with Level 5. We wanted to keep in mind the new level 5 lockdown restrictions across Ireland. Linked below are several helplines. These times are tough but remember you're not alone. Aware (support and assistance for those suffering with depression and bipolar disorder)   1800 80 48 48 Pieta House (centre for the prevention of self harm)  1800 247 247 Samaritans (help for those in a personal crisis, 24 hours a day)  116 123 Women's Aid (national helpline for women suffering from abuse)  1800 341 900 Since this episode was recorded, events in the Dáil have grasped the nation’s attention. You can read more on what the Commission of Investigation (Mother and Baby Homes and Certain Related Matters) Records Bill means for this country over on our Instagram www.instagram.com/areyoutwoinloveor . Stay tuned for a podcast on this topic, coming soon.

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