Brush Wizards Podcast

What if many of the challenges you face today actually started in childhood? In this episode, I sit down with Jackie Cooper to explore how our early experiences shape the way we think, feel and behave as adults. We discuss limiting beliefs, emotional health, relationships, people pleasing, boundaries, personal transformation and why understanding yourself is the first step towards lasting change....

What gives life meaning? In this episode I sit down with decorator Aaron Griffin for one of the most thought provoking conversations we've ever had on the Brush Wizards Podcast. We talk about Aaron's journey from youth worker to decorator, adopting children, finding purpose beyond work, community, faith, Christianity, mental wellbeing and why it's healthy to ask the biggest questions in life. This...

In this heartfelt episode, Cognitive Hypnotherapist Heather Sinfield shares how personal tragedy led her to dedicate her life to helping others navigate grief, loss and emotional trauma. Heather discusses the realities of bereavement, the importance of processing emotions rather than suppressing them, and how cognitive hypnotherapy can help people regain control of their lives. She also explains m...

In this episode of The Brush Wizards Podcast, Gary Proctor is joined by Kim Searle for a fascinating conversation about mindset, anxiety, self worth and the hidden programming that shapes our lives. Together they explore how childhood experiences can influence adult behaviour, why stress and anxiety affect people differently, and how understanding the brain and nervous system can help us make posi...

In this powerful episode of The Brush Wizards Podcast, we sit down with Steve Willicott, founder of Uncle Matt’s Hats, to talk openly about mental health, isolation, grief and why community matters more than ever. What started as a simple idea has grown into a movement helping normalise conversations around mental health through humour, honesty and human connection. Steve shares the heartbreaking...

Gene Fulton is back on the Brush Wizards Podcast 🔥 This episode is packed with honest conversations around pricing, confidence, earning more money, client communication and building a decorating business properly. We talk about: 🎯 Charging properly and valuing your work 🎯 Building confidence during site visits 🎯 Interior designers and higher end projects 🎯 Mindset shifts that helped Gene doub...

In this episode, John talks through his journey from school into the corporate world and then into painting and decorating. We cover building a business, understanding value, and why knowing your worth matters in the trade. The conversation also touches on resilience, working with others in the industry, and how community and collaboration play a big role in long term success.

In this episode, Joff Talbot talks about his journey from youth work into painting and decorating, and how mindset and personal growth have played a big role along the way. We cover learning the trade, building confidence, and dealing with challenges both on and off the job. The conversation also explores well-being, belief, and how small changes in thinking can make a difference over time. A diff...

Gary chats with Gareth Thompson about Spray Dogz , a new hanging system designed for kitchen sprayers. Gareth explains how the idea came about, why he wanted an alternative to drilling into door edges, and how he is building the brand alongside his decorating business. They also talk about spraying, kitchen resprays, working alone in the trade, and how decorators can futureproof themselves as the...

In this episode of the Brush Wizards Podcast, powered by Brewers Decorator Centres, I sit down with Scott Whitehead and Jaden to talk about getting started young in the trades and building a career in decorating. Jaden shares his journey from starting out at just 13 years old to becoming a key part of the business, while Scott talks about the realities of working with family and passing on knowled...

In this episode of The Brush Wizards Podcast, powered by Brewers Decorator Centres, Gary chats with Tim Blake about his journey from postman to full time self employed decorator. Tim shares how he fell into decorating, why he enjoys working alone, and how he built a business that suits his lifestyle. From regular customers and wallpapering to spraying, product choices and pricing, this is a real c...

In this episode of The Brush Wizards Podcast, powered by Brewers Decorator Centres, we sit down with experienced decorator Gary Marsh to talk about the reality of working in the trade today. Gary shares his journey from getting started to building a solid domestic decorating business, including why he now avoids working with builders and focuses on the type of work that suits his lifestyle. We get...

In this episode of the Brush Wizards Podcast , Gary Proctor sits down with decorator Jordan Coupe for a powerful and honest conversation about life, business and personal growth in the painting and decorating trade. Jordan shares his journey through addiction, how getting sober changed his life and the impact it has had on both his mindset and his business. He also talks openly about living with A...

In this episode of the Brush Wizards Podcast, Gary is joined by Lisa for an honest conversation about self development, mindset and becoming the best version of yourself. Lisa shares practical exercises that have helped her shift perspective, build resilience and move closer to the life she wants. From creating a clear vision of your future self to overcoming negative thinking and self sabotage, t...

In this episode of The Brush Wizards Podcast, Gary Proctor speaks with Ian Wells, Managing Director of Polyvine Ltd, as the company celebrates 40 years in business. Founded in 1986 in Cheddar, Somerset, Polyvine has grown from a specialist varnish manufacturer into a globally distributed brand — while remaining independently owned and family run. For four decades, every Polyvine product has been r...

In this episode of The Brush Wizards Podcast, UK decorator Ian Crampsie shares his honest story about burnout in the painting and decorating trade. We talk openly about the pressure painters and decorators face, running jobs, managing clients, and trying to maintain work life balance in a physically and mentally demanding industry. Ian discusses: • How he got started in painting and decorating • B...

In this episode of The Brush Wizards Podcast, Gary Proctor sits down with decorative artist Lesley Anne Kinney to explore her remarkable journey into the world of decorative painting. After spending 18 years working as a croupier, Lesley made the bold decision to retrain and pursue a creative career. What followed was the building of a highly respected decorative finishes business, specialising in...

In this episode of the Brush Wizards Podcast, Gary Proctor speaks with decorator Martin Reynolds about his journey from car rental management into professional painting and decorating. After reassessing his life during COVID, Martin made the decision to pursue decorating full time, discovering both the mental health benefits and career opportunities the trade offers. He shares his experience worki...

In this episode of the Brush Wizards Podcast, Gary Proctor sits down with Ben Mottershead , Operations Director at Bradite , one of the UK’s most respected family run paint manufacturers. Founded in 1938, Bradite has built its reputation on performance, durability, and consistency. Ben shares the real story behind how the company has evolved over generations, why they deliberately moved from a com...

The Brush Wizards Podcast is powered by Brewers Decorator Centres In this episode of the Brush Wizards Podcast, Gary sits down with decorator Neil Hopper for an honest conversation about life in the trade. Neil shares how he got into decorating, the pressure of being self employed, a serious health scare, and the mental breakdown that forced him to rethink everything. They talk about money stress,...

Powered by Brewers Decorator Centres. In this episode Gary Proctor sits down with Minul Shah from Axus Decor to explore the story behind one of the most respected names in painting tools. Minul shares how Axus Decor grew from his grandfather’s hardware store in Nairobi into a modern brand known for innovation in abrasives, tapes, brushes and paint accessories. The conversation covers how real deco...

Powered by Brewers Decorator Centres. In this episode, Gary and Lisa break down a simple, practical way to reflect on 2025 and set clear goals for 2026 without overwhelm or New Year burnout. They cover how to review your past year, decide what to keep and what to drop, and use the Wheel of Life to get clarity across health, work, money, relationships and personal growth. 🎯 Download the Wheel of L...

🎄 Dive into the festive spirit with Lisa and Gary as they share tips on having an intentional and stress-free Christmas. From decluttering to mindful gift-giving, they explore how to make the holiday season more meaningful. Tune in for practical advice and heartwarming stories that will inspire you to embrace the true essence of the holidays. #IntentionalChristmas #HolidayWellness #FamilyTime

In this episode, Gene Fulton joins Gary Proctor to break down the real business of decorating — from branding and earnings to wallpapering, spraying and winning the right type of clients. Gene shares why decorators must stop giving away discounts on materials, how to qualify clients properly and why building a solid portfolio leads to consistent, high-value work. They dive into the power of networ...

In the very first episode of the Brush Wizards Podcast, Gary sits down with VIP member Jessica Hazard for an honest chat about decorating, tools, mindset, confidence and life on the tools. We talk about the real stuff decorators deal with every day — wins, challenges, funny moments and the importance of community. This is a relaxed, real conversation that sets the tone for what this podcast is all...