Chatzzz

In this episode of Chatzzz , Adam catches up with Joe Kirkup for his second appearance on the podcast and this time, he’s taking on something huge. Joe is gearing up for an incredible endurance challenge to raise money and bring joy to local children this Christmas. His mission? To help provide gifts for kids who might otherwise go without this festive season. Across one epic weekend, Joe will be:...

Adam sits down in Dubai with long-time friend Steven Green for an open and honest conversation about transformation, resilience, and growth.  From growing up in Scotland to living a completely new life in the UAE, Steve shares his personal journey of change including 20 months of sobriety, overcoming toxic environments and rediscovering purpose. He reflects on his time as a DJ across Scotland, Ibi...

In this episode of Chatzzz , Adam is joined by Hayley Gibson , a financial adviser from Truly Independent  one of the UK’s leading firms for pensions, investments, protection, and mortgage advice. Hayley shares her inspiring journey from growing up in Cumbria, working in car sales  and making the bold career switch into financial services  proving it’s never too late to back yourself and start aga...

In this episode of Chatzzz, Adam sits down with Michael McCaul and Sophie Thompson, the Carlisle-based couple behind Santo Mil Properties a business on a mission to raise the standard of rental accommodation and change the conversation around landlords. Michael and Sophie share how they started out in property during Covid, why they decided to go all-in after travelling, and what it really takes t...

In this episode of Chatzzz , Adam sits down with Todd Lindsay, founder of the British sportswear brand TWENTYFOURSEVEN® proudly based in Carlisle and now shipping worldwide. They dive into: - The early businesses Todd tried before launching his clothing brand - What it really takes to start, run, and grow a fashion label from the ground up - Behind the scenes of campaign shoots abroad and building...

In this episode of Chatzzz, Adam sits down with Cesar Murphy Teixeira, joining us all the way from Australia while filming in Bali. Cesar shares his story of growing up in Brazil, moving to Australia, and the journey from university life to becoming a software engineer. From there, he co-founded Canwi a startup on a mission to make financial planning more accessible for everyone. We dive into: - W...

In this episode of Chatzzz, Adam Roberts and Claudia Hill share their honest review of Bali after spending time in Uluwatu, Canggu, and Ubud — the good, the bad, and the Bali Belly. They break down: - Living the villa life in Uluwatu and training at the incredible Bambu Gym - What really happened in Canggu (including Bali Belly and meeting Claudia’s Aussie friend) - Exploring Ubud — from peaceful...

In this episode of Chatzzz Adam sits down with Ben Smithson to talk about designing a life on your own terms. From Cumbria to Bali, and everything in between. Ben opens up about: - Moving to Bali and what it’s really like living and working remotely - How online work gave him the freedom to build a different kind of life - The mindset shifts that helped him get unstuck - The pressure to “have it a...

In this episode, we're joined by Alexander Leighton, the man behind ALR Watches and a rising name in the UK luxury watch-dealing scene. From flipping Pokémon cards in the playground to turning MoonSwatches into serious profit, Alex shares how he carved out a niche in the high-stakes world of watches after years of bouncing between jobs, startups, and even personal training. We dive into his f...

In this episode of Chatzzz , Adam catches up with Michael Walters , the founder of Assassin Goods — and the man responsible for bringing Stealth Adjustable Dumbbells to the UK. From launching his own fitness brand to partnering with one of the most innovative names in home gym gear, Michael shares the ups and downs of building something from scratch — and why over 5,000 lifters are now training wi...

In this episode, we sit down with Andy Mallows — a former police officer who’s now running a drinks brand with his son — to talk about life, learning, and what it really takes to rebuild from the ground up. Andy opens up about growing up with undiagnosed dyslexia, the pressure and purpose of life in the police force, and how hitting rock bottom led him to start again with nothing but an idea and a...

From struggling in his early 20s to building a 7-figure property business — Ricardo Taborda joins Chatzzz to share his unfiltered story of building wealth from the ground up. In this episode, host Adam Roberts sits down with Ricardo to talk about:   - How he went from nothing to £50,000+ per month in property - Buying his first property and being told to “put a bomb on it” - Making £4K a month fro...

What happens when you lose £100,000 on a single property deal ? For Kieran and Will, it became the biggest lesson of their journey. In this raw and relatable episode of Chatzzz , host Adam Roberts sits down with two brothers behind WBK Ritchies to talk all things property investment , business failures, family dynamics, and how they’ve built a growing portfolio in Cumbria  without pretending it wa...

Claudia Hill is back for another  Chatzzz appearance from sunny Marbella for a powerful conversation on healing, mindset, and what it really takes to move forward when life throws you something heavy. In one of her most honest chats yet, Claudia opens up about the trauma she’s experienced and how she’s choosing to use it as a stepping stone rather than a limitation. They explore:  ➤ Why trauma doe...

In this episode of Chatzzz , Adam Roberts is joined by international adventurer and all-round storyteller Gary Calder — and what a journey he’s been on. From travelling the world working on cruise ships to becoming a fully qualified pilot, Gary’s life has been anything but ordinary. This episode dives into the highs, lows, and lessons learned from a career spent chasing freedom, connection, and me...

In this episode of Chatzzz , host Adam Roberts is joined by a very special guest — his partner, Claudia Hill — for a personal and inspiring conversation about choosing a life that feels good, not just one that looks good on paper. Claudia opens up about her journey back to Carlisle after living abroad, and how she went from feeling stuck in a job she hated to now training as a Pilates instructor a...

In this episode of Chatzzz, I’m joined by Henry Berry, founder of Big Marbella, the company dedicated to making your real estate dreams come true in the stunning city of Marbella.  Henry shares his journey of building Big Marbella from the ground up and what sets the company apart in the competitive real estate market.  We dive into the ins and outs of doing business in Marbella, the unique opport...

In this episode of Chatzzz, I’m joined by Kevin Byrne, founder of MacLir, an innovative brand revolutionising the world of fitness with their Creatine Gummies.  Kevin shares how MacLir is changing the game by offering a simple, effective alternative to traditional creatine powders. No more scooping – just pure, convenient power for real gains. MacLir, named after the mythical Irish god "Son o...

In this episode of Chatzzz, I’m joined by my girlfriend, Claudia Hill, as we chat about our recent adventures and what makes a strong relationship.  We share stories from our trip to Australia over Christmas and New Year, where we explored new places and made lasting memories. We also discuss the beginning of our journey in Marbella and what we’re looking forward to in the coming months.  Througho...

In this episode of Chatzzz, we’re joined by Julie Blundell, Head of Income Generation and Marketing at Annie Mawson’s Sunbeams Music Trust. Sunbeams is a charity dedicated to providing Community Music Therapy for disabled children and adults across Cumbria, aiming to improve quality of life and self-esteem through the creative power of music. Julie discusses the charity’s transformative Music For...

In this episode of Chatzzz, we’re joined by two legends from Carlisle, Marc Allan and Phil Tuddenham. Marc Allan, known for his childhood role in the hit TV series Biker Grove, shares his journey from a child star to becoming the self-proclaimed entertainment legend of Carlisle. Marc talks about his early days in radio with CFM Radio, where he made a name for himself, and his return to local radio...

In this episode of Chatzzz , we’re joined by Brian Ferguson, a fire safety expert with qualifications including DipGAI, MInstAI, RegAI, DipFD, and CertFDI.  Brian is dedicated to helping facilities achieve fire door compliance through inspection, training, consultancy, and digital asset management. With a wealth of experience in fire safety, Brian shares valuable insights into the importance of fi...

In this episode of Chatzzz , we’re joined by Laura Mallows, the founder of Mallows Beauty, who has become a poster girl for TikTok's live shopping business. Laura shares how she now makes more in one hour of going live than a full day spent in her Cardiff beauty store. With the boom in online sales, she made the bold decision to close her flagship store and focus on selling body scrubs and sk...

In this episode of Chatzzz, I’m joined by Oliver Hodgson, the Managing Director of Platinum Live, a communications agency renowned for its work in PR, media management, marketing, and consulting.  Oliver is a media commentator, featured in Business Insider, Sky News, and The Daily Telegraph, and a regular contributor to People Management Magazine, GB News, and ITV News. At just 21, Oliver reflects...

In this episode of Chatzzz, I’m joined by Jack Barker, Co-Founder of Kendal Mint Co®, the original energy bar recharged for athletes.  Jack shares the exciting growth of Kendal Mint Co®, with an impressive 260%+ year-on-year sales growth for 2024-2025. He takes us through the journey of upgrading their warehouse space, which is five times the size of their current setup, after starting with just a...