The Active Journey

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered what it takes to combine passion, philanthropy, and adventure into a life that inspires millions? Wonder no more. Our guest today is Bernie Hollywood OBE , a man whose name is synonymous with daring challenges, relentless charity work, and impactful change.  Bernie has dedicated over 40 years to supporting numerous causes, raising an astounding £42 million f...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Active Journey Podcast, Mark interviews Laura Fairhurst, a world-class Ironman Distance triathlete and successful entrepreneur.  Laura shares her inspiring story, starting from her early days in sports to becoming a champion triathlete. She discusses her training regimen, balancing business and elite competition, and the challenges she's overcome.  Laur...

Send us Fan Mail Today, Mark sits down with Tommy Gentleman, a record-breaking athlete, motivational speaker, and successful entrepreneur.  Tommy shares his journey from world championship victories in sport jiu-jitsu to breaking a Guinness World Record in rugby conversions. He discusses his passion for sport, charity work through the Jamie G Sporting Trust, and the challenges of balancing busines...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we are in the studio with Isaak Dalglish, a power badminton player representing Team GB! 🌟 Isaak shares his incredible journey from discovering badminton at age seven to competing on the international stage.  A conversation about his experiences, the challenges he's overcome, and his vision for the future of parasport. Plus, hear about his Hollywood adventures and his...

Send us Fan Mail We're back!!! Kicking off Season 2 with an exhilarating episode featuring Jeff King, Chesterfield’s dynamic defender.  From non-league football to professional debut against West Ham at the Olympic Stadium, Jeff’s story is packed with grit, resilience, and passion.  Discover his rise through the ranks, his coaching days at Active Soccer, and the highs and lows of his career,...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Active Journey Podcast, we chat with Will Ryder, Academy Director at Port Vale, exploring his impactful journey in football. From his early days as a promising player to becoming a pivotal figure in coaching and player development, Will shares insights into the essence of nurturing young talent and the importance of player welfare. Join us as Will discusses...

Send us Fan Mail Today, on the Active Journey podcast, Mark is in conversation with Claire O'Connor, the visionary founder and CEO of the globally beloved preschool ballet franchise, babyballet®️.  In this inspiring episode, Claire shares the powerful story behind her journey from grappling with personal challenges in the ballet world to pioneering a transformative approach in children's...

Send us Fan Mail This year, we're lacing up our running shoes for a monumental challenge – the Active Ultra 100! Mark and Hugh are embarking on a 100-mile run in just 24 hours to support Comic Relief. But that's not all – we're inviting 100 schools to join our mission to get 20,000 children taking part in their own Active mile. Sign up your school for the Active Ultra 100 and on the...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Active Journey Podcast, Mark sits down with the experienced and insightful Matty Donnelly, the dedicated first team sports therapist at Bolton Wanderers.  Matty shares his inspiring career path, starting from his educational roots to his crucial role in the world of professional football. Matty delves into the critical importance of sports therapy, providing...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of "The Active Journey" podcast, I'm thrilled to sit down with Super League star Ryan Brierley. As we embark on the second episode of our series, Ryan shares his remarkable journey through the world of professional rugby league. Now in his 12th season and recently signed with his boyhood team, the Salford Red Devils, Ryan opens up about the highs and...

Send us Fan Mail In our first ever episode of "The Active Journey" podcast, I welcome a truly extraordinary guest, Team GB para basketball player Charlotte Moore. At just 25, Charlotte is not only a seasoned athlete training for her third Olympic Games in Paris, but also a beacon of resilience and determination. Join us as Charlotte opens up about her incredible journey, starting from th...