Brave Everyday - Courage isn't the absence of fear, it is action despite it.

Karen Mitchell is living proof that your past does not have to define your future. After surviving childhood sexual abuse, growing up as a latchkey child and overcoming years of trauma, Karen rebuilt her life through faith, education, mentorship and a determination to help others. Now an Assistant Head of Law, mentor, property investor and founder of Diamant Femme, Karen empowers women to lead fro...

In this deeply moving episode of the Brave Everyday Podcast, I sit down with Gareth "The Avocado" to hear an extraordinary story of resilience, survival and hope. Growing up in Zimbabwe, Gareth experienced childhood abuse, trauma, addiction, bullying and severe mental health challenges. After multiple suicide attempts and being told he may never live independently, he made the courageous decision...

Confidence vs Arrogance: Where Is The Line? Welcome to the first episode of Tough Talks, where Louise and Luke tackle real conversations, different perspectives, and topics that challenge the way we think. In this episode, we explore the difference between confidence and arrogance, why so many people struggle with self-belief, and how confidence is often built by doing the things that scare us mos...

In this powerful episode of Brave Everyday, I sit down with Gemma Chappell, a former prison officer whose career has been dedicated to helping and protecting others. Drawing on years of experience working with young offenders, adult prisoners and vulnerable individuals, Gemma shares her insights into rehabilitation, trauma, addiction and the impact our environments can have on our lives. The conve...

What happens when life pushes you to breaking point? In this powerful episode of Brave Everyday, I sit down with entrepreneur and Claritee Circle founder Alex Clapp to discuss addiction, recovery, mental health, self-worth, and finding purpose after adversity. Alex opens up about losing 95% of the sight in one eye, facing the possibility of blindness, battling alcoholism and drug addiction, multip...

In this powerful episode of the Brave Everyday Podcast, I am joined by Priya and Georgie, two inspiring survivors of domestic abuse who have turned their pain into purpose. Together they share their personal journeys of trauma, recovery, healing, and advocacy, while discussing the realities of domestic abuse, stalking, post-separation abuse, PTSD, and the importance of education, awareness, and su...

In this deeply emotional and inspiring episode of the Brave Everyday CIC podcast, I speak with Sylvia about grief, healing, resilience and learning how to carry pain without letting it define your life. After experiencing unimaginable loss throughout her life, including the sudden deaths of both of her brothers and her parents, Sylvia shares how she transformed her grief into purpose and now helps...

In this powerful episode of the Brave Everyday Podcast, I am joined by Jack for an honest and deeply moving conversation about mental health, transformation, ADHD, fatherhood, fitness, resilience and finding purpose after rock bottom. Jack shares how he reached one of the lowest points of his life, struggling with severe depression, suicidal thoughts, homelessness, weight gain and feeling complete...

In this powerful Brave Everyday ladies panel, I am joined by Anu, Carol, Nikki, Karen and Bal for an honest conversation about trauma, healing, survival and what it really means to find your voice again. Together, the ladies share lived experiences of abuse, toxic relationships, PTSD, CPTSD, identity loss, self-abandonment, health struggles and the long journey back to themselves. This episode exp...

In this powerful episode of Brave Everyday, I’m joined by the incredible Louise Mortimer, a breathwork practitioner, coach and space holder who turned her own pain into purpose. Louise shares her deeply honest journey through workplace bullying, sexual harassment, anxiety, panic attacks and burnout, and how cold water therapy, breathwork and nervous system work helped her slowly come back to herse...

In this episode of Brave Everyday, I’m joined by Luke Leyland, documentary maker, combat sports enthusiast and real-life example of courage in action. Luke shares the story behind his documentary on Dambe, a Nigerian combat sport, and what it felt like to become the first white European/Westerner to take part. We talk about fear, failure, confidence, respect, culture, online criticism, and why tak...

In this powerful and emotional episode of the Brave Everyday Podcast , I speak with the incredible Carol about her journey through domestic abuse, trauma, survival and rebuilding her life. Carol shares her story with honesty, courage and real heart. From years of coercive control, violence and emotional abuse, to the lasting impact of trauma, grief and serious health battles, this conversation hig...

In this powerful episode of the Brave Everyday Podcast , I speak with Paul Naisbitt about his lived experience of domestic abuse, coercive control, post-separation abuse, trauma, healing, and finding purpose through pain. Paul shares his story openly and honestly, speaking about the impact abuse had on his mental health, family life, confidence, and sense of self. He also talks about the legal and...

In this powerful episode of the Brave Everyday Podcast, I’m joined by the incredible Kay McCready . Kay is an emotional resilience expert, trauma practitioner, breathwork facilitator and mentor who now helps people feel better from the inside out. But her journey to this work has been anything but easy. Kay shares her story with honesty, courage and heart. From spending decades in the police force...

In this powerful episode of Brave Everyday, I’m joined by the amazing Bal, an advanced respiratory physiotherapist with over 23 years of experience, including many years in the NHS. Bal opens up about working through COVID on the frontline, the emotional and physical toll it took, and the burnout that changed everything. After years of caring for others, she was forced to stop and finally listen t...

In this episode of the Brave Every Day podcast, I sit down with Adi Harper, a mindset coach who specialises in helping men overcome anxiety, depression, and the lasting impact of high-pressure careers. Adi shares his journey from serving in the military to rebuilding his life and stepping into a new purpose supporting others, particularly men from military and emergency service backgrounds. Drawin...

In this episode of the Brave Everyday Podcast, hosts Chris and Antonella share their inspiring journey of love, healing, and personal growth. They discuss the importance of self-acceptance, the impact of trauma on relationships, and the transformative power of their Truffle Retreat, which utilizes the healing properties of truffles to facilitate deep emotional healing. The conversation delves into...

In this powerful episode, I sit down with emotional eating coach Sam Gibson to unpack the psychology behind our eating habits and the deeper reasons we turn to food. Sam shares his personal journey from struggling with eating disorders to helping others address the root causes of disordered eating. Rather than focusing only on symptoms, he explains why understanding the “why” behind our behaviour...

In this deeply moving episode, I sit down with Claire Hobson to talk about the day her life changed forever. While training for an Ironman, Claire was hit by a car. The accident left her with severe injuries and a long, uncertain recovery ahead. What followed was not just a physical battle, but an emotional and mental fight to rebuild her life. Claire shares openly about accident recovery, navigat...

In this episode of the Brave Every Day podcast, Louis Lattuca and Kenny Harper share their powerful life journeys shaped by hardship, resilience, and determination. Both grew up facing serious challenges, from financial struggle and chaotic environments to violence and instability. Instead of allowing their circumstances to define them, they used adversity as fuel. They discuss: • Growing up on to...

Today I’m joined by someone that is a master in his industry Robert Hisee , the UK’s number one unconscious mind therapist. I’ve known Rob for over five years now, and he has not only supported me personally, but also kindly supported Brave Everyday , which I’m incredibly grateful for. Rob works at a deep level of the unconscious mind, helping people shift the beliefs, habits and patterns that oft...

Podcast with the incredible Karen Cade’ a fitness coach, author, and founder of Happy You Happy Body. At 57, she’s proving it’s never too late to start again, currently on acareer break, learning Italian, and embracing student life all over again! Karen’s journey is one of true transformation, from surviving trauma and becoming a mum at 16, to rebuilding her life from the ground up emotionally, ph...

In this powerful episode of the BraveEveryday Podcast, Sadie opens up about her journey from a childhood shaped by addiction, family struggles, and the care system to building a life of resilience, motherhood, entrepreneurship, and advocacy. She reflects on the impact of her mother’s addiction, her time in care, and the strength she found in becoming a support figure for her siblings at a young ag...

Join Mizz Kassim as she shares her inspiring journey from humble beginnings to becoming an award-winning recording artist, author, and filmmaker. In this episode of Brave Everyday, Mizz opens up about the challenges she faced, the lessons learned from her mother, and the resilience that fuelled her success. Discover how she navigated the entertainment industry with courage and authenticity, and ga...