Ryan Michlig
Clearing The Air with Ryan Michlig
Welcome to Clearing The Air , the podcast that dares to go deeper. Hosted by Ryan Michlig, this series brings much-needed attention to the conversations that often don't get the airtime they deserve. From smoking and mental health to politics and complex family dynamics, Ryan creates a space where honesty leads the way. With candid, compassionate, and thought-provoking chats, Clearing The Air offers more than just conversation—it offers connection. Each episode acknowledges the struggles, celebrates the small victories, and reminds listeners they’re never alone. It’s a raw and relatable journe...
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Episodes
What Happens After We Die? A Conversation On Spirit, Love and Healing With Dawn Reader - Part 2 02.12.2025 48:04
Welcome to Clearing The Air In this episode, Ryan sits down with spiritual medium Dawn Reader to explore the real world of mediumship, beyond the myths and misconceptions. Dawn shares her personal journey into spirituality, the influence of her family, and why educating others is vital for easing fear around death and grief. Together, they dive into the science of energy and vibration, the importa...
What Happens After We Die? A Conversation On Spirit, Love and Healing With Dawn Reader 27.11.2025 51:15
Welcome to Clearing The Air In this episode, Ryan sits down with spiritual medium Dawn Reader to explore the real world of mediumship, beyond the myths and misconceptions. Dawn shares her personal journey into spirituality, the influence of her family, and why educating others is vital for easing fear around death and grief. Together, they dive into the science of energy and vibration, the importa...
Breaking the Stigma: Jamie’s Journey Through Vaping, Chronic Illness, and Resilience 18.11.2025 37:53
Welcome to Clearing The Air In this episode of Clearing The Air, Ryan sits down with Jamie for a wide-ranging conversation about vaping, health, and resilience. They explore the stigma surrounding vaping, particularly among young people and share powerful success stories of individuals who transitioned from smoking to vaping and eventually quit altogether. The discussion also dives into the comple...
Hope In Hardship: Rachel Bott On Turning Loss Into Lasting Impact 12.11.2025 45:08
Welcome to Clearing The Air In this heartfelt episode of Clearing the Air , Ryan is joined by Rachel Bott, the Director of the Doddridge Centre. Rachel opens up about life with COPD, exploring how chronic illness impacts families, resilience, and love. Rachel shares the emotional story of losing her father, George, to COPD after years of heavy smoking and farm work. She reflects on his strength, t...
Old Friends, New Habits: Smoking, Vaping, and the Power of Reflection with Tracey Preece 04.11.2025 56:40
Welcome to Clearing The Air In this week’s episode of Clearing the Air , Ryan sits down with someone who knows him better than most — Tracey Preece , his former boss, lifelong friend, and now a fellow ex-smoker. Ryan and Tracy first crossed paths in the early 2000s while working in Birmingham. Back then, life moved fast — high-pressure sales targets, constant banter, and endless cigarette breaks t...
Breaking the Cycle: Chelsea Torpey on Addiction, Advocacy, and the Vape Debate 28.10.2025 54:41
Welcome to Clearing The Air In this episode of Clearing The Air, Ryan is joined by Chelsea Torpey for a thought-provoking discussion on the complexities of smoking and vaping. Together, they dive into personal experiences, the role of nicotine replacement therapies, and the psychological challenges that come with quitting smoking. The conversation also shines a light on the role vape shops play in...
The Road to Recovery: Mick Wilson's story of Health, Healing, and Hope 21.10.2025 1:00:59
Welcome to Clearing The Air In this episode host Ryan is joined by Mick Wilson to explore his remarkable journey from being a long-time smoker and lorry driver to becoming a passionate gardener and vaping advocate. Mick opens up about how the stress of long-distance driving fuelled his smoking habits and how a prostate cancer diagnosis reshaped his outlook on health and life. Together with his wif...
But It’s Just a Vape… Or Is It? with Marie Michlig 14.10.2025 51:07
In this epsiode of Clearing The Air, host Ryan is joined in the studio by his sister Marie They clear the air on the complexities of smoking and vaping. Together, they share candid personal stories, reflect on the influence of peers and society, and explore the ongoing challenges of addiction. With a balance of humor and heartfelt honesty, the discussion covers the health risks of vaping, the need...
Clearing the Air: Quitting Smoking, Addiction, and Life After 07.10.2025 46:19
Welcome to Clearing The Air In this episode, Ryan sits down with his Mum Joyce to explore the complexities of smoking, addiction, and the journey toward quitting. Joyce opens up about her secret smoking habits, the psychological challenges of addiction, and how family dynamics influenced her behaviour. The conversation also examines vaping as a tool for quitting, the role of mindset and support sy...
Cutting Through The Cloud: Vaping Myths with Jamie Ridley 02.10.2025 53:10
In this eye-opening episode of Clearing the Air , host Ryan Michlig is joined by Jamie Ridley , a seasoned professional in the vaping industry, for a candid discussion about the realities and misconceptions surrounding vaping. Jamie shares her experiences working directly with customers, shedding light on the myths that persist and the importance of honest, personalised consultation in helping peo...
The Emotional Ties of Smoking with Helen Kennedy 24.09.2025 52:32
Welcome to Clearing The Air In this heartfelt episode of Clearing the Air , host Ryan Michlig sits down with Helen Kennedy to explore the deeply personal and often complicated road to quitting smoking. Helen opens up about the powerful social and emotional influences that led her to smoke, and how those same forces made it difficult to stop. From her early smoking habits to the transition into vap...
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