242. Jonathan Kemp: 5 Million Steps for Mental Health | The Dublin Chapter

Since setting out from the Shetland Islands on 1 January 2026, Jonathan has been walking around 4,200km through Britain and Ireland to raise awareness and funds for four mental health charities.

In this second chapter of The Ireland Podcast's ongoing record of his journey, Fender Jackson catches up with Jonathan in Dublin.

We join him as he meets the Lord Mayor of Dublin, walk with him through the city to Aware's headquarters, hear about the physical and mental challenges of the journey, and join an Aware gathering marking this extraordinary undertaking.

Jonathan is now heading towards Galway for the final stage of the walk.

Sunday 18 October 2026 - Galway

Join Jonathan for the final steps into Galway.

Monday 19 October - Special Event

The Ardilaun Hotel, Galway

An evening with Jonathan Kemp - stories, reflections and what comes next.

Jonathan is raising awareness and funds for SAMH, Mind, AWARE NI and Aware Ireland.

Support Jonathan:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/Jonathansupporting4mentalhealthcharities