Thriving Minds with Alberto Zandi

What if burnout isn’t a time issue, but an energy one? This week, Alberto sat down with Tam Kaur , self-made entrepreneur, investor, and a powerful voice for ambitious women navigating business, identity, and burnout. Tam shares how chasing success nearly broke her, the rejection that made her stronger, and the cost of trying to prove your worth to a world that misunderstands you. They explore the...

What if burnout isn’t a time issue, but an energy one? This week Alberto sat down with Simon Alexander Ong , globally acclaimed life coach, bestselling author of Energize , and trusted advisor to elite entrepreneurs and high-performers. They talked about the real reasons so many of us feel stuck, tired, or unfulfilled, even when everything looks “successful” from the outside. Simon shares how we c...

Would you risk everything to be truly seen? In this deeply personal conversation, Alberto speaks with Varada Sethu, leading actress and star of Andor and Hard Sun, about the emotional cost of chasing success in an industry that often overlooks people like her. Born in India and raised in Newcastle, Varada opens up about growing up between cultures, never feeling like she belonged, and the struggle...

Why do relationships fall apart, even when two people love each other? Today, Alberto sits down with Dr. Victoria Shalet, a globally renowned relationship therapist who has spent years helping couples navigate intimacy, conflict, and connection.  Drawing on her deep experience, Victoria shares why love fades, what truly breaks relationships apart, and how to rebuild trust and closeness. Alber...

How do we break free from stress? In this powerful conversation, stress and anxiety expert Alice Law reveals the hidden cost of burnout, the emotional patterns behind chronic anxiety, and the science of becoming mentally free. After losing her father and burning out under the weight of high-pressure expectations, Alice didn’t just learn about stress, she lived it. What followed was a deep personal...

How do you keep going when everyone says no? India Amarteifio knows what it means to be rejected. Before becoming Queen Charlotte in Netflix’s global hit Bridgertonprequel, she spent years auditioning, getting knocked down, and questioning everything, including herself. In this emotionally honest conversation, India reveals the truth about the acting industry: the pressure, the insecurities, the r...

What’s the real game behind the world's most followed sport? Guido Fienga has sat at the very heart of football power. As former CEO of AS Roma and of Al-Nassr, he has dealt with world-class players, fan revolts, multi million-euro transfers, and the media storm that surrounds elite clubs. But in this rare, introspective interview, he reveals the side of football no one sees. In this episode Guido...

What if everything you believed about health, medicine, and nutrition was wrong? Dr. Aseem Malhotra, one of the world’s most outspoken cardiologists, joins Alberto to expose what he calls one of the biggest deceptions in modern health care. In this episode, Dr. Malhotra takes us on a wellness journey. This episode will show you: 🟠 How to Keep the Heart Strong 🟠 Nutrition for Heart Health 🟠 Warn...

He’s the world’s most respected body transformation coach and fitness book author. He’s built a global empire in fitness. And he’s about to tell you why your workouts, diet, and mindset are failing you. Nick Mitchell, founder of Ultimate Performance, has trained royalty, celebrities, elite athletes, and billionaires. But in this episode of Thriving Minds, he gives you what most trainers won’t: bru...

She was listed on Forbes 30 Under 30. She built one of the UK’s most inclusive, values-driven talent agencies. And then she walked away. In this episode of Thriving Minds , Chloë Downes opens up for the first time about why she gave it all up, at the peak of success, to rebuild a life defined not by accolades, but by alignment. This is a conversation about ambition, burnout, late-diagnosed Asperge...

She’s one of the world’s leading researchers on love, relationships, fatherhood, and the science of human connection. Dr. Anna Machin , evolutionary anthropologist at Oxford, joins Thriving Minds to reveal how our relationships shape our health, our happiness, and our success. In this deeply insightful episode, you’ll learn: Why love is more than romance, and why it’s essential to your longevity a...

She’s one of the UK’s leading brain and longevity doctors, trusted by world-class CEOs, athletes, and high performers. But before Dr. Tamsin Lewis became the expert, she was the patient. After suffering a traumatic brain injury and falling into a coma, Dr. Tam rebuilt her health, using the very science she now shares with clients globally. In this episode of Thriving Minds , she reveals what most...

What does it really take to build one of the most iconic hospitality brands in the world, and what happens when you walk away? In this episode I sit down with Martin Kuczmarski, the former COO of Soho House, who was the mastermind behind the scale of the brand into a global lifestyle empire known for its exclusivity, culture, and community. From launching clubs across three continents to defining...

What if everything you thought you knew about sleep was wrong? In this episode of Thriving Minds, I sit down with Dr. Guy Leschziner, world-renowned neurologist and leading sleep expert, to uncover the science, psychology, and habits behind truly restorative sleep. Whether you’re 25, 35, or 55, this conversation will change the way you sleep. You’ll learn how to finally wake up refreshed and energ...

"I was successful on paper. But inside, I felt like I was crumbling." At 27, Phoebe Cleary Rudd had checked all the boxes, an impressive career in finance, a dream apartment, a busy social life. But when burnout hit, it hit hard. She found herself crying on the kitchen floor, disconnected from her purpose, unsure what she was chasing anymore. This deeply honest conversation reveals how Phoebe rebu...

Kate Moyle is one of the UK’s leading psychosexual therapists and a respected voice in the field of modern intimacy, desire, and sexual wellbeing. In this episode of Thriving Minds Kate explains why so many people feel disconnected in their relationships, not due to a lack of love, but because of shame, silence, and the myths we’ve internalized about sex. She breaks down: Why desire fades in long-...

Matt Roberts has trained Prime Ministers, pop stars, fashion icons, and royalty. But behind the elite client list lies a deeper mission: to help people live longer, stronger, and better. In this episode, he reveals the truth about how fitness, food, hormones, and habits shape your health, and why most people are getting it disastrously wrong. From building David Cameron a gym inside 10 Downing Str...

In this special short video, host Alberto Zandi reflects on the incredible journey of 30 & Thriving, from its launch to over 300,000 subscribers in just one year, and announces the exciting evolution into our new identity: Thriving Minds . Originally created to share the unfiltered stories of Forbes 30 Under 30 honorees, 30 & Thriving uncovered the raw realities behind success, failure, se...

Nikola Mrkšić didn’t grow up dreaming of building a $500 million AI company. He wanted to be a neurosurgeon , or a diplomat . Instead, he co-founded Europe’s leading AI platform, PolyAI , a company handling over 100 million customer calls a year, backed by NVIDIA, and reshaping how we interact with machines. In this raw, unfiltered conversation, Nikola reveals: Why he never planned to be an entrep...

In this compelling episode of Thriving Minds , we sit down with Josh Deal, the mastermind behind ZEBR, a platform that's redefining music marketing in the digital age. From his beginnings as a drummer to becoming a tech entrepreneur without a coding background, Josh shares his transformative journey. What you'll discover : Innovative Strategies : How Josh leveraged influencer marketing to propel a...

There are over 400 dog breeds in the world. So why is most pet food still made based on size? Entrepreneur Victor Mortreu, Co-Founder of Just Russel , asked that same question, and built one of the fastest-growing pet food companies in Europe in response. By using AI to create custom-tailored nutrition plans, Just Russel is helping pets live longer, healthier lives.  The company is now doing...

He could’ve taken the easy road. But he didn’t. In this episode, Alberto sits down with Henry Vindevogel, the 29-year-old founder of TOCG, a cosmetic conglomerate with annual revenues exceeding £45M—and someone whose story is often misunderstood. Born into a family of successful entrepreneurs, many assumed Henry’s path was already paved. That his success was inherited, not earned. But behind the s...

How can I build more confidence? How can I self-promote without sounding arrogant? How can I stand out in public speaking? How can I stand out? In this deeply educational and insightful episode, author and coach Stefanie Sword-Williams chats with Alberto about all things confidence. Stefanie has worked with some of the world’s largest companies, including Netflix, Unilever and Google, helping indi...

In just a few years, DIRTEA has grown from a bold idea into the UK’s leading functional mushroom brand , stocked in the country’s biggest retailers and trusted by thousands of customers. But behind the scenes is a story very few founders would have the courage to share.  In this episode of Thriving Minds , Alberto Zandi sits down with Andrew Salter, Co-Founder of DIRTEA, the UK's leading func...

In just 5 years, TRIP CBD went from an idea to being stocked in Whole Foods, Soho House, and over 35 countries worldwide, averaging a staggering 400% growth per year. But their success story isn’t just luck, it’s a masterclass in turning challenges into opportunities. When they launched, CBD advertising was banned across major platforms. Instead of giving up, they hacked their way to global succes...