Leading BOLDLY

We talk to Neil Smith from Mettle about what it takes to build from the ground up in the tech industry, with no knowledge of tech. Coming from a TV Producing background, Neil was used to the hustle. Being in charge of programs such as The Apprentice and Grand Designs, Neil felt it was time to take on a real mission - to improve the mental health of millions of men. With the help of his friends Bea...

Robert Raymond Riopel has trained over half a million people on how to manage their emotions around money to become financially free. He is the author of "Success Left a Clue" and now, with his business partner Aaron Huey, is helping coaches make the difference in their business that makes the difference. Episode Summary What does it really take to build wealth without losing yourself — or the peo...

Join us for a snapshot of inspiration from Chief Inspector of Thames Valley Police talking about mental health in the Police Force. Why he is now their mental health advocate and a story of how tragedy showed him that you must never stop trying, even when it feels too hard.

Steve Whittle is the Founder of charity Tough to Talk, reducing male suicide by breaking the silence and showing male centric spaces how to actually deal with the suicide crisis. In this 10 minutes, we talk to Steve about why he focusses specifically on men and what the difference is between suicide behaviour in men and women. Website Connect with Steve Connect with Jenny Connect with Matt

Guest intro Rich Hayes is an entrepreneur and the creator of the Dream Machine, a mobile pitching platform built to help everyday people share their ideas, get practical support and find momentum. He has also played a key role in bringing HelpBnk’s mission to life alongside Simon Squibb, helping founders move from “I’ve got an idea” to “I’m doing the thing”. Episode summary Rich Hayes joins Jenny...

Steve Hampson is a successful business owner, investor and charity founder who has built an impressive career in business before turning his energy towards creating lasting social impact. As the founder of Star Trust, Steve is passionate about helping smaller charities access the support, visibility and funding they need to make a bigger difference. He brings a rare mix of commercial discipline, g...

Barbara McAfee is a voice coach, keynote speaker, best-selling author of Full Voice , and a singer-songwriter who helps leaders unlock vocal presence that makes people lean in. She blends practical tools with everyday wisdom, music, and sassy humour — and she’s also the founder of the Morningstar Singers , a volunteer hospice choir where singing becomes an act of service and care. Ever walked out...

What does it really take to go from nothing to building a $45M business? David Asarnow shares the mindset system, confidence conditioning, and practical growth habits that helped him scale businesses to eight figures — plus why most people are using AI at a fraction of what it can do. In this episode, we break down how confidence is built (not born), the nightly mental routine David uses to progra...

Depression doesn’t need another miracle claim. It needs better options people can actually access — with evidence, care, and honesty. Erin Lee, CEO of Flow Neuroscience, shares how her team is building an at-home depression treatment platform using a wearable headset and app, and why it’s not a “magic wand” — it’s a structured approach grounded in science, regulation, and trust. Erin draws on her...

Jordan Cracknell is a New York–born finance leader who worked on trading floors before moving to the UK for her MBA at Cambridge. Now a UK CEO in financial management, she’s passionate about helping more women see finance as a real, reachable option — and starting that confidence early through her children’s book You Can Count on Penny. She’s also a debut recording artist (yes, really), a step mum...

Carolyn Hobdey is a multi-published author and leadership/culture change specialist known for naming the conversations workplaces avoid. She’s the voice behind The Midlife Mistress and author of All The Twats I Met Along The Way, De-Twat Your Life! and Redefining Selfish. Episode Summary Male allyship is usually framed as men supporting women. Carolyn flips the lens: what happens when men feel the...

We talk about all we have learned about Leadership, the highs of wedding planning and the lows of clients who don't pay. Events this year: Clarity that Closes 1 Day Live - London Clarity that Closes 1 Day Live - East Midlands Clarity that Closes 1 Day Live - Online Mission Accelerator Live Productivity App: Productivity Power Up Fusion Score: Take the Quiz Book: The Bridge Across Forever By Richar...

Kevin Crawford grew up inside his dad’s architecture practice in Montrose, starting on the photocopier at 14 and eventually leading the firm through a major transition to 100% employee ownership. Today he runs Designing Success , helping architecture practice owners reclaim time, build stronger teams and design businesses that support their lives, not the other way round. Episode Summary What happ...

Most of us were taught more about test tubes than intimacy. In this conversation, Tatiana Ashborn shares how growing up scared of sex – and deeply under-served by traditional sex education – led her to start a sex and relationships podcast at just 17. What began as a lockdown project in her bedroom has grown into Dirty Talk, a show and social movement that now reaches millions, tackling everything...

What if your phone served your life — not the other way around? Techless founder Chris Kaspar joins Matt and Jenny to unpack the thinking behind WisePhone 2 (a healthy, tool-only smartphone OS) and Sage , a UK kids’ iPhone with deep, multi-layered protections “safe out of the box”. We trace Chris’s journey from brand and filmmaking into mission-driven hardware/software, why he believes phones are...

From Tech CEO to Stay-at-Home Dad: Powering Practical Allyship Guest: Lee Chambers — award-winning business psychologist, author of Momentum , and founder of Male Allies UK. He’s worked with brands like UBS, IKEA and Oracle, and is recognised for making allyship practical, well-being strategic and inclusion something people feel , not just hear. Episode Summary Lee Chambers’ story bends every ster...

In 2020, Audrey was falsely accused after a catastrophic motorway incident that led to her mother’s death. Eighteen months later, the case was dropped. She rebuilt—leaving a senior banking role, launching Smart Perspective, and shaping a practical, human approach to leading through crisis. This episode is about returning to work, redefining value, and starting again with intention. Key Takeaways R...

In this episode of the Leading Boldly Podcast , Matt and Jenny sit down with Ryan Hudson — a true human (and humour) maverick. From being diagnosed with dyslexia at 16, to stumbling into sales and discovering it as his lifeline, Ryan went on to build and lead multiple multi-million-pound businesses. His story is one of resilience, bold decisions, and the power of enthusiasm. Ryan shares openly abo...

In this episode of Leading Boldly , Matt and Jenny sit down with Mark Saxby, a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, speaker, and social media consultant. Mark shares his journey from journalism to becoming a leader in the social media space. He discusses the evolution of his businesses, including Status Social, Positive Social, and Be More Colin, and dives deep into the impact of social media on busi...

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Gary Parsons, an entrepreneur, mental health advocate, and founder of the “Selfish Leadership” framework. Gary shares his inspiring journey of overcoming personal and professional struggles, from his childhood entrepreneurial spirit to facing the challenges of Bell’s palsy, and ultimately building a successful business before experiencing a mental health breakdo...

In today’s episode, we’re joined by James and Enas Fleming, the powerhouse duo behind The Power Within Training . Since 2017, they’ve revolutionised leadership with Motivational Intelligence (MQ)—a powerful blend of neuroscience and psychology. Their innovative approach has earned top rankings in the UK construction sector and is transforming leaders across industries. James and Enas share their j...

In this episode of Leading BOLDLY , Matt and Jenny sit down with Jonathan Armes, a leadership psychologist and founder of Capital Shift, to explore the unseen force shaping how we lead: the mind. Jonathan shares his story—from a childhood filled with introspective conversations to a career dedicated to understanding the human condition. With clarity and humility, he explains why so many leaders un...

In this episode of Leading BOLDLY , Matt and Jenny sit down with Brendan, a passionate educator, musician, and founder of Music Kids Academy , to explore the urgent and often overlooked crisis in modern education: the decline of creativity. Brendan shares his deeply personal journey—how music became a refuge during a difficult adolescence and ultimately shaped his mission to reimagine how we teach...

In this episode of Leading BOLDLY , Matt and Jenny sit down with Tegan, a bold founder reshaping the dating landscape through thoughtful design, purpose, and safety-first innovation. Tegan shares her journey from international studies in China and France to her work at PwC as a management consultant—and the personal experiences that inspired her to challenge the status quo of modern dating. Frustr...

Breaking the Silence: The Male Suicide Crisis In this episode of Leading Boldly , we sit down with Steve Whittle, a mental health advocate and founder of a charity dedicated to preventing male suicide. Drawing from his own experiences with depression, ADHD, and PTSD, Steve is on a mission to break the silence around men’s mental health and provide real, actionable solutions. With men dying by suic...