Resilience Unravelled

Host Dr Russell Thackeray interviews Todd Malloy in Huntersville, North Carolina, about his journey from a marginalised upbringing to nearly 30 years as a mechanical engineer and then to becoming a licensed marriage and family therapist, certified sex therapist and sexuality educator, and former pastor. Malloy describes how his corporate experience (including product design and managing P&Ls)...

In this Resilience Unravelled episode, host interviews London-based accountant, business advisor, and qualified hypnotherapist Pratiqk Jaani about his shift from feeling unfulfilled despite achieving milestones to a sense of wholeness. He explains that ideas of a “good” or “bad” life are conditioned from childhood and perpetuate a scarcity mindset, creating chronic lack and chasing outcomes. Throu...

In this Resilience Unravelled episode, Russell Thackeray interviews Australia-based Dr. Rosina McAlpine, a PhD educator and former academic, about supporting working parents and raising resilient children. MacAlpine describes her shift from business-school research to parenting after facing conflicting newborn advice, leading her to write Inspired Children and develop Win Win Parenting. She contra...

The episode of Resilience Unravelled with Dr Russell Thackeray discusses “aging well” as an inevitable journey that can be actively shaped, emphasising that while financial security can ease burdens, the most important pillars are accessible regardless of wealth. It argues aging well isn’t about chasing extreme longevity, but cultivating resilience, purpose, connection, health, and meaning. Key th...

This episode of Resilience Unravelled discusses “waiting well,” drawn from long UK healthcare waits and delays in the judicial system, and argues that in a culture of speed, waiting feels like a rude interruption but is inevitable. Waiting well is framed as an intentional mindset—responding to uncertainty with resilience, self-kindness, curiosity, hope, and purpose—rather than passively complainin...

In this Resilience Unraveled episode, Dr Russell Thackeray interviews San Diego-based IT and AI services entrepreneur Ephraim Ebstein, who shares his background growing up in California with frequent trips to Germany and an early interest in entrepreneurship. They discuss why California produces many startups despite high taxes and regulation, and how networks of smaller businesses create opportun...

In a solo episode of Resilience Unravelled, Dr Russell Thackeray reflects on whether UK democracy is resilient amid events in America and stresses that democratic resilience means absorbing shocks, adapting, upholding rule of law, and maintaining trust. They outline UK strengths: deep-rooted institutions, rule of law, civil society, a relatively free press (including BBC impartiality rules), civic...

In this Resilience Unravelled episode, Dr Russell Thackeray meets Jerzy Gregorek, born in Poland, recounts becoming a firefighter at 19, studying fire protection engineering, and joining Solidarity during the 1981 crackdown, including a crushed 10-day strike and three years underground after the murder of a priest he knew. A fter warnings he could be captured, he left Poland in 1985 and later move...

Will Steel joins Resilience Unravelled and shares a business lesson from investing £50,000 in a shirt venture that failed after the designer overcharged and manipulated import paperwork, which Steele links to Keith Cunningham’s idea that leadership failures stem from lack of courage. He introduces himself as a coach for business owners and entrepreneurs, helping them grow while reducing time spent...

In this Resilience Unravelled episode, Alexis Sikorsky, a Swiss entrepreneur based in London, recounts building an internet café/ISP in Senegal, fleeing the country with only a suitcase, then returning to Geneva to grow a banking software and internet development business to about $10–11M revenue before the 2008 financial crisis cut 75% of revenue in a day. After years of survival, he rebuilt to b...

On the podcast Resilience Unravelled, Russell speaks with Susan Inouye in Los Angeles about resilience themes in homes, products, and organisational culture, including companies that post values but don’t live them. They discuss generational differences at work, with Susan describing shifts from command-and-control leadership toward belonging, meaning, and authenticity, and noting that millennials...

In this Resilience Unravelled episode, host Russell interviews Brad Ley in Texas about oxygen and exercise with oxygen therapy (EWOT). Ley explains he turned to oxygen therapy about a decade ago after chronic illness and autoimmune conditions, including psoriasis and autoimmune arthritis, when standard drugs carried serious risks and he developed melanoma. He contrasts EWOT with hyperbaric oxygen...

In this episode of Resilience Unraveled, host Dr Russell Thackeray interviews Chris Burres, a scientist and entrepreneur, about his unexpected journey into the longevity space. Chris shares his extensive background in working with a unique molecule, ESS 60, which has shown remarkable potential in extending lifespan and improving health. He explains the science behind this molecule, its origins, an...

In this episode of Resilience Unraveled, Dr Russell Thackeray welcomes Kate McAfoose from Chang Robotics. Kate shares her journey from civil engineering in upstate New York to her current role at Chang Robotics in Jacksonville Beach, Florida. She delves into her early career in project management and her transition into the field of automation and robotics. The discussion highlights the challenges...

In this episode of Resilience Unraveled, Russell interviews Renee Zukin, an author and former educator, about her background, her focus on empowering entrepreneurial women, and the benefits of writing and journaling. Renee discusses her new book, 'Every Day I'm Brave,' which explores the relationship with fear and provides tools for personal growth, including journaling prompts. The episode also c...

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, host Russell Thackeray welcomes guest Patrick Engasser, who shares his journey of overcoming blindness since birth to succeed in sales and motivational speaking. Patrick discusses his move from Buffalo, New York to Destin, Florida, and the attractions of the warmer climate and beach lifestyle. Despite his initial desire to work in sports radio, he pivoted...

This was one of our favourite podcast recordings from the last few months! In this episode of Resilience Unravelled,' host Russell Thackeray interviews Chris Endersby, a versatile professional with a diverse career journey spanning local government, the private sector, and entrepreneurship. Chris shares his unconventional career path, the lessons learned from his early days in child protection soc...

In this episode of Resilience Unraveled, Dr Russell Thackeray discusses eye health with Dr. Pam Theriot. Dr. Theriot shares her expertise on dry eyes, the impact of increased screen time, and effective remedies. She explains the different types of tears, their roles, and how blinking rates are significantly affected by digital devices. Practical solutions such as eyelid cleansers, Omega-3 fatty ac...

In this episode of Resilience Unraveled, Russell welcomes Daniel Lachman to discuss the pressing issue of intellectual property rights for artists. Lachman, who previously ran a successful clothing company, pivoted to founding 'Justice for Artists' after dealing with extensive counterfeiting of his own designs. He explains the intricacies of copyright law in the US, how his organization helps arti...

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Russell shares heartfelt Christmas and holiday greetings while reflecting on the diverse experiences people may have during the festive season. The discussion highlights the joy, reflection, and rejuvenation often associated with Christmas, as well as the challenges and pressures some might face, especially amidst family dynamics and commercial expectation...

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Dr Russell Thackeray interviews Sylvia Moore Myers about her profound experiences with grief and trauma. Sylvia, who specialises in traumatology and holds advanced degrees in human services and crisis trauma response, shares her personal story of losing a son to a senseless murder and surviving a violent attack. She discusses the concept of grief recovery,...

In this episode of 'Resilience Unravelled,' host Russell Thackeray welcomes Ralph Brewer from Help for Men. Ralph shares his journey of overcoming personal challenges, including divorce and single fatherhood, which led him to create Help for Men and The Brotherhood. They discuss the concept of masculinity and its current crisis, touching on toxic masculinity, the role of men, and societal expectat...

In this episode of 'Resilience Unravelled,' Russell chats with Trevor G Blake, a successful entrepreneur known for his ventures in the pharmaceutical industry. Trevor shares his life journey, born in Liverpool and later moving to the U.S., where he leveraged his diverse background to excel in various business settings. Trevor discusses his military service in the Royal Navy, personal life, and app...

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, Dr Russell Thackeray interviews Matt Granados from Life Pulse Inc. The discussion covers a range of topics including Matt's personal journey of resilience influenced by his daughter Natalie's rare medical condition. They delve into the importance of resilience, the misconceptions around work-life balance, and the value of intentionality and structure in ac...

In this episode of Resilience Unraveled, host Russell welcomes guest Sanjiv Patel, a transformation expert and first-generation immigrant from Kenya, to discuss his journey and insights. Sanjiv shares his experiences in banking, financial services, and his transformative MBA journey that led him to his current focus on helping organisations and individuals achieve clarity, authenticity, and purpos...