The Pear Pod
No Sleep, 3 Kids & Running a Business… Here’s What Changed Him
Apr 7, 202658 min
Phil Donnelly jumps on the pod to discuss balancing parenthood while growing a business.
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Signup to Generate a PitchThe Pear Pod is a business podcast hosted by Sam Byers, with 67 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.
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Phil Donnelly jumps on the pod to discuss balancing parenthood while growing a business.
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Delighted and honoured to be joined by Malaki I started listening to his music back before COVID and had dreamed of having him on the podcast someday so this is a big deal for me. I guarantee you'll enjoy this.Please please like and subscribe
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00:00 – The Chaos Behind the Camera What really happens when content creation goes wrong — from lost footage to bad audio and broken mics. The painful side of the grind that no one sees. 03:22 – Welcome to The Pear Pod Meet Paul & John from Is It Worth It? — the duo turning everyday meals into viral content. Find out how their journey began. 06:05 – From Holidays to Honest Reviews How Paul’s love for filming memories on lads’ trips evolved into one of Ireland’s most authentic review channels. 09:48 – Building a Brand on Brutal Honesty Why “Is It Worth It?” refuses to fake positivity — and how being too honest cost Paul some friendships. 12:37 – The Pressure of Being Recognised What happens when restaurants realise a reviewer has walked in? Bigger portions, fresher food, and the psychology behind it all. 15:28 – “Not You!” – The Pizza Shop Confrontation Paul shares the story of the viral moment when a Dublin pizza owner told him, “I don’t want your review.” The shocking reality behind that clip. 18:15 – Authenticity vs. Influence Can small creators stay honest when money enters the picture? The team reveals how they’ve resisted paid reviews and stayed independent. 22:41 – When Integrity Costs You Work Paul talks about turning down easy cash and why taking the high road might mean slower growth — but lasting respect. 26:50 – Dublin’s Hidden Food Gems The best dishes and restaurants in the city you need to try — including Michelin-level meals that won’t break the bank. 30:10 – The Struggles of Reviewing Restaurants What really happens when you film in a busy restaurant? The intimidation, fake friendliness, and staged “empty” reviews explained. 34:52 – Overpriced or Overhyped? Paul and the host debate luxury dining — from disappointing €200 steak dinners to why cheaper meals sometimes taste better. 39:05 – The Salt Bae Experience Behind the scenes of reviewing London’s most infamous restaurant — and the shocking £630 steak story. 42:33 – Going Global (Without Selling Out) The dream of taking Is It Worth It? international — from London to LA — and the challenge of growing while staying true to their roots. 47:15 – The YouTube vs. TikTok Dilemma Why content that explodes on social media doesn’t always succeed on YouTube — and how the duo plans to master both. 50:10 – The Search for the Right Sponsor Paul reveals the brands they’ve turned down and what kind of partnership would actually make sense for their audience. 54:40 – Real Impact: When Reviews Change Lives The powerful stories of local takeaways going viral — and how one review had queues wrapping around the block. 57:22 – The Future of Honest Food Reviews How fake reviews dominate the scene — and how you can spot creators who aren’t telling the truth. 01:02:15 – What Food Wins the Internet? Discover the secret: it’s not pizza. Paul breaks down which dishes perform best online and why Irish audiences are obsessed with spice bags. 01:07:45 – Hate Comments & Humour The host opens up about the “Make podcasts cheaper” trolls — and how creators stay sane online. 01:10:12 – The Travel Dream: Chalk & Cheese Paul’s second channel idea — how a travel job led him to create a platform for honest experiences across Ireland and beyond. 01:14:40 – Why They Quit the 9-to-5 From business degrees to bold decisions — Paul and John prove that following your passion can actually pay off. 01:18:00 – Closing Thoughts: Doing What You Love A genuine conversation about purpose, patience, and why doing what feels right is always worth it.
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Back with another interview for you all today. Delighted to welcome the founder of Naze, Niall Keogh onto the podcast where we discuss everything from starting a business with his mates, my journey quitting green and how Naze helped him tackle his social anxiety. Enjoy people! And subscribe ffs
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