Welcome to my podcast page where you can find information about my podcast here, including episode links and information about my special guests!
I have been planning to do a podcast for a while and at the start of 2025 I made it happen! I hope you love listening to it as much as I enjoy producing it for you. The podcast is available on several platforms, including Spotify link here or in the footer. If you have any feedback, comments or suggestions for future shows please do get in touch and I will do my best to cover as many topics as I can!
Ep.24 – with special guest Rene Power talking about authenticity and credibility in business
In this episode I chat with Rene about the importance of authenticity, credibility and having integrity in business, along with brining the human element to what we do. Despite our businesses being different, with me being a coaching psychologist and Rene being a marketeer, we approach our businesses in a similar way and discuss the importance of this.
You can find Rene’s website here.
Ep.23 – How can we manage our wellbeing in a scary world?
I felt compelled to record this, because the world feels quite scary right now and I imagine, like me, many of us are feeling this deeply and wondering what we can do to help maintain our wellbeing and also make a positive difference in the world, here are some of my thoughts, I hope it helps even just one person.
Ep.22 – with special guest Hayley Gerrard talking all things mental wellbeing and Brew Monday
I am joined by special guest Hayley Gerrard talking all things mental wellbeing, things we can do for ourselves, how we can be there for others and the Brew Monday initiative by the Samaritans. Link from Hayley.
Ep.21 – Christmas… is it to be enjoyed or endured?
A podcast based on a blog I wrote a few years ago, it isn’t anti Christmas, it is about raising awareness and increasing compassion, acceptance and understanding for those who find it tricky!
Ep.20 – Lessons from a 10 day Buddhist Retreat
Thoughts and reflections about my experience and learnings from a 10 day Introduction to Buddhism Course I attended last year on my travels. About leading with kindness, slowing down, the idea of non-attachment and more! You can also find my blog here.
Ep.19 – Life after becoming homeless 30 years ago, the follow up!
A follow up to last weeks podcast, more insight into the adversity, the struggles, the reality some of us have to overcome to get to where we are today. Hoping to help at least one person!
Ep.18 – Life after becoming homeless 30 years ago today!
This is an honest account of overcoming the challenges I faced after becoming homeless 30 years ago through no fault of my own. The importance of the power of choice. And the reality of navigating life with many significant adversities. I hope it helps even one person to feel less alone.
I have realised I have missed out some important points, so there will be a follow up in the next episode!
Ep.17 – Being brave and following my dream to travel and work, then deciding to come home!
An honest account of the courage to be brave, leaving everything behind to follow my dream of traveling and working solo for a prolonged time, maybe forever, then making the decision to return home. A story of courage, bravery, honesty and the reality of combining work and travel as a solo traveller.
Ep.16 – Making the decision to Alcohol Free – Part 1
I made the decision to go alcohol free 4 years ago and have never looked back. I know many people are curious and considering going alcohol free so I recorded this podcast episode. There will be at least one more. This is not anti-alcohol, no judgement here, just an honest account of my decision and my journey. I hope it helps at least one person.
Ep.15 – My graduation and experience of academic study despite life’s challenges!
My thoughts based on my graduation ceremony last week for my Masters and my experience of engaging in academic study when life has been challenging, from growing up in an abusive home and being homeless at a young age, to gaining a Masters of Science in Psychology with the Open University.
Also tips and encouragement for those now embarking on or continuing with their own academic journey, or maybe inspiration who are considering it and are wondering if it is possible for them! Here is also a link to a blog I shared after my BSc Graduation.
Ep.14 – The reason habits are important.
Sharing my thoughts on the reasons habits are important in implementing long term change into our lives, and for those who listen, the book I mention is Atomic Habits by James Clear.
Ep.13 – What I learnt from almost dying 24 years ago!
Sharing my thoughts and experience from having a near fatal car accident 24 years ago! The lessons I took from it and the reason I do my best to live a fulfilled life, with purpose, on purpose!
Ep.12 – Mental Health and Mental Health Awareness week
My thoughts on mental health and the importance of talking and thinking about good mental health and what we can do to support that, as well as the importance of seeking help when we experience poor mental health.
Ep.11 – With special guest Dr Auste Simkute discussing Human and AI interactions
Dr Auste Simkute recently completed her PhD at the University of Edinburgh. Auste studied how people learn and interact with AI tools at work and educations settings. She worked with researchers at the BBC, Microsoft and The Department for Culture, Media and Sport exploring human AI interactions.
Auste’s background is in Psychology, so in her research, she is focusing predominantly on humans using the new technologies rather than AI tools. Find a link to Dr Auste’s research here, or connect with her on LinkedIn here.
Ep.10 – My Experiences of an earthquake and my realisations after
My experience of the earthquake and realisations from after… The importance of talking things through and making sense of our experiences whatever they may be.
Ep. 9 – Stop telling people their trauma made them strong
Stop telling people their trauma made them strong… my thoughts based on experience. Trauma doesn’t make us stronger, how we respond to it does, trauma traumatises us and takes stuff away from us.
Ep.8 – Social Comparison
In this episode I share my thoughts on social comparisons, how we only see other people’s highlights and compare it to our whole selves.
Ep. 7 – Emotions – Anger.
In this episode I share my thoughts on the emotion of anger, I hope it helps!
Ep.6 – Valentines thoughts, self-care and learning to love you!
Valentines thoughts, self-care and learning to love you!
Ep. 5 – Slowing Down
This seems to feel very scary for some people, yet so beneficial for us, here are my thoughts.
Ep.4 – Grief
Grief – my thoughts on grief…
Ep.3 – New Years Resolutions Don’t Work, It Isn’t You!
A short episode about the reasons they don’t work and how we can change behaviours if we really want to, because it is possible.
Ep.2 – Getting to know me and my why!
In this episode I share some of my key note speech about the reasons I do this work, it is also a story of overcoming adversity and the fact we always get to choose how we respond!
Ep.1 – First Show
Wow, my first episode of my own podcast… get to know me, my approach and what to expect!
