The Positive Habits Podcast

In this episode of The Positive Habits Podcast , Kat speaks with Ian Burrell , the Global Ambassador for Rum , about carving your own path, building confidence, and developing the mindset needed to succeed. Ian shares how his journey began behind the bar , eventually leading him to become the only global ambassador for an entire drinks category - a role he created through passion, persistence, and...

In this episode of the Positive Habits Podcast , Kat Thorne is joined by Ashley Hadley , founder of the Portsmouth Magazine , for a powerful conversation about community, purpose, and what it really takes to build something meaningful from the ground up. Ashley shares his journey from the construction industry into publishing, and why he felt compelled to create a physical magazine in an increasin...

In this episode of the Positive Habits Podcast , Kat is joined by Daniele for an honest conversation about the habits that shape our mental health, relationships, and performance - at work and at home. Together, they explore how the pandemic disrupted our routines, blurred boundaries between work and life, and quietly changed our relationship with technology. Daniela shares the powerful story of s...

In this episode of The Positive Habits Podcast , Kat Thorne is joined by Polly and Jorge , founders of Moovafy , to explore a powerful question: What if buying and selling a home was more human? Polly and Jorge share their personal story of struggling to sell their London home despite it being “a beautiful house” and how that emotionally draining experience led them to uncover what’s missing in to...

In this episode of The Positive Habits Podcast , Kat is joined by Imogen, co-founder of The Northern Pasta Company, for an honest conversation about food, mental wellbeing, and performance. Imogen shares how living on a small Croatian island during the pandemic transformed her relationship with food and inspired her to create a pasta company rooted in quality, joy, and connection. Together, Kat an...

In this solo episode, Kat discusses 3 transformative habits that significantly boosted her confidence in 2025. She emphasises the importance of not checking your phone first thing in the morning, committing to 10 minutes of daily movement, and maintaining a consistent bedtime. Each habit contributes to improved mental health, emotional regulation, and overall well-being, ultimately leading to a mo...

New Year´s resolutions don´t work – but a transformational 2026 is still within your reach. It´s in your control to make it your most impactful year yet. All it takes is one small, positive habit change. Kat explains how to identify which area of your life to focus on and which small yet powerful habit change to make. KEY TAKEAWAYS New Year’s resolutions often fail because they’re too big, vague,...

Today, Kat speaks with former England rugby player, adventurer, and eternal optimist Ollie Phillips. He shares how choosing optimism, surrounding himself with the right people, and pushing beyond his comfort zone have shaped his life. His journey includes a career in professional sport, corporate work, fundraising, climbing mountains, and now preparing to row 3,000 miles across the Atlantic. Toget...

Today, Kat is joined by Luke Hemsley, founder of alcohol-free wine specialist Wednesday’s Domaine. Their thoughtful conversation is about drinking non-alcoholic drinks, or drinking less, while still being able to feel fully part of any social moment. Luke shares why he built an alcohol-free wine brand even though he still drinks himself. They explore how our social lives became wired around alcoho...

Today, Kat is joined by Laura Rosinska an experienced Event Exec and the founder of Backstage Wellness for a candid conversation about the habits that saved her life and the reality of thriving with neurodiversity. Laura talks about her journey with late-diagnosed ADHD and autism, confrontation with addiction, and why she founded Backstage to build a more inclusive industry. From cold dips to jour...

Kat speaks with Jodie Goodchild who helps people to become 'Known For' using personal branding on LinkedIn . She explains how being your authentic self and building strong habits helps you to do that and how to use the free version of LinkedIn to build your brand. Together, she and Kat explore what it truly means to be successful, the journey to self-discovery, and the importance of living authent...

In this episode, Kat sits down with Simon and his 11-year-old son Charlie for a conversation about what really happens when you swap screen time for summit climbs and running challenges. From facing biting winds on Ben Nevis to pushing through rainy conditions, Charlie opens up about overcoming doubt, building resilience, and finding strength through physical challenges.  Together, Simon and Charl...

In this powerful episode, Kat sits down with Hannah Baldwin - a modern-day energy healer and organisational and positive psychologist whose work helps people flourish and thrive. Together, they explore The Hidden Energy Leaks in Your Life - the habits, behaviours, and situations that quietly drain your mental, emotional, and physical capacity. This is an inspiring, practical conversation designed...

Kat speaks with serial entrepreneur, public speaker, mentor and podcaster Stephanie Melodia. In this candid discussion, they discuss the mounting pressures business owners face, especially those in the UK, and how to tackle them. Including when to commit, when to pivot, and when to gracefully quit rather than simply delaying the inevitable. Stephanie shares the critical decision-making strategies...

Today, Kat speaks with Nathan, a chemistry teacher from York, about his inspiring journey from unhealthy habits and self-doubt to running marathons and transforming his life through the power of routine. Nathan shares how small, consistent changes in diet, exercise, and mindset helped him overcome barriers, improve his well-being, and inspire those around him. During the episode, he shares dozens...

Kat is frequently asked about her own habits. Today, she talks about one that literally transformed her life, going for a short run. Like most of us, as a child, Kat could think of nothing worse than cross country running, a school activity that was more “punishment than joy.” Kat shares what changed her mind and how she discovered that running was an effective way to energise herself, improve foc...

Are you so busy that you are constantly saying no to doing those activities that keep you healthy, energised and motivated? In this episode, Kat uncovers the hidden benefits of saying yes to activities that boost your well-being. She demonstrates how investing time in yourself actually results in you feeling less stretched and more fulfilled. Kat shares a simple method you can use to change your n...

Do you ever feel like you’re constantly busy but never truly in control of your time? In this episode, Kat dives into why so many of us feel overwhelmed in today’s fast-paced, always-on world. From the endless stream of information to the pressure of putting everyone else’s needs before our own, she explores what’s really driving that sense of exhaustion and disconnection. You’ll discover how taki...

Are you struggling to break free from old habits and achieve lasting weight loss and health? In this episode, Kat sits down with Ben Chudley to discuss how after a lifetime of weight battles he and his wife lost over 6 stone each and, today, lead a healthier, happier life. You will discover how changing your mindset, embracing structured routines, and prioritising habits like meal planning, streng...

Kat speaks with Caitlin, a productivity coach whose journey began with a life-altering health challenge at 18. Together, they explore how Caitlin turned adversity into a passion for sustainable productivity, meaningful work, and well-being. She shares practical strategies for building positive habits, navigating the modern world of AI and reclaiming focus in our distracted world. Caitlin provides...

Kat speaks with Gareth Webb, Managing Director of Fairways, an award-winning children's services charity based in the south of England and Wales. They discuss the difference fostering makes to the lives of the children, their foster families and society as a whole. Through real stories, Gareth demonstrates how positive habits, trauma-informed care, businesses and community support can come togethe...

Kat speaks with Chuks Uwaechia, the visionary founder of Kent Housing and a passionate philanthropist who is a hands-on supporter of Gillingham Street Angels. A charity that works to ensure that the people of Medway have access to good food, clothes and education. He and Kat discuss how positive lifestyle habits, being empathetic and kind is a powerful combination that attracts the people you need...

Today, Kat speaks with the Head of People at Bosch Digital,  Marina Takács for an honest conversation about perfectionism and the pressure that comes from always being the “the strong one”. Marina shares how she burnt out despite being there to stop others from doing exactly that and how she recovered and came back even stronger. Whether you’re leading a team, managing a demanding role, or simply...

Kat speaks with Mark and Chloe Legg, a dynamic couple with 4 children who manage 25 businesses - all while prioritising personal growth and self-care. Discover how they transformed their lives through intentional habits, balanced family and business, and found creative ways to spend quality time together. Their story is a testament to the power of mindset, partnership, and making self-improvement...

Today's solo episode is a story. It's the story of a very powerful positive habit change - a habit change that seemed so tiny that it was hard to imagine that it's going to have any impact at all. It took a few minutes a day and had a hugely positive impact on the life of a mum and her 11-year-old autistic son.  This very short, but powerful episode is exactly what you need to inspire you to come...