Conversation with Angie & Mike

Summary In this conversation, Anne Diamond, an ADHD and EFT coach, discusses her journey of understanding neurodiversity and the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals, particularly women. She shares her personal experiences with diagnosis, the importance of validation, and the need for community support. The conversation emphasizes the significance of holistic health approaches, collabora...

Summary Cory Wragg, a recovering addict, shares his journey of overcoming addiction and finding self-awareness. He reflects on the importance of analyzing his thoughts and emotions, taking responsibility for his actions, and developing a routine for his recovery. Cory emphasizes that addiction can affect anyone, regardless of their background or social status. He also discusses the physical and ps...

Summary In this conversation, Angie interviews Mike and discusses his background and their involvement in property development. They talk about their experiences with refurbishing properties, dealing with tenants, and the challenges of maintaining rental properties. They also touch on the future of the property market, including the impact of AI and the potential effects of new regulations. They c...

Summary James Bardwell, a farmer and former animal feed merchant, shares his journey of starting a farm and transitioning into industrial units. He discusses the challenges of free-range hen farming, the importance of community support, and the impact of personal and professional setbacks. The conversation highlights the need for empathy and understanding in rural communities and the importance of...

Summary Julie discusses her journey of recovery, her struggles with addiction and illness, and her decision to move back to Manchester. She reflects on her identity crisis, the importance of acceptance, and the challenges of change. Julie also opens up about her experiences with Crohn's disease and the impact it has had on her life. She shares her thoughts on the stigma surrounding bowel issues an...

Rob Jones is preparing to run an ultramarathon in August to raise money for mental health. He shares his journey of training and the impact it has had on his life. The conversation also touches on the importance of behavior and its impact on others, as well as the role of technology in running and training. Rob Jones discusses his journey towards running a 50k race to raise money for our charity....

Summary In this conversation, Tom Jackobs discusses his recently published book 'Selling with Heart' and his approach to sales for health and wellness practitioners. He shares his writing process and how he used AI to create the chapter order. Tom also talks about using the book as a lead magnet to attract ideal clients and gain speaking engagements. The conversation touches on the impact of socia...

Summary In this conversation, Max Dalda Müller discusses his love for cooking, the importance of eating together as a family, and his recent experiences in the Himalayas. He shares his passion for cooking spicy dishes like paella and stir-fries, and the joy he finds in cooking for others. Max also reflects on the significance of eating together as a way to create a warm atmosphere and build connec...

Summary The conversation covers various topics including bullying, cars, motorcycles, and personal experiences. Tim shares his experiences of being bullied and reflects on whether he may have unknowingly bullied others. He then discusses his work in the motorcycle industry, his love for cars and motorcycles, and his preference for two-seater open-top cars. The conversation also touches on the enjo...

Tessa Munt, the Lib Dem parliamentary candidate for Wells and Mendip Hills constituency, discusses her background and political career. She talks about the changes in the constituency boundaries and her experience growing up in a rural area. Tessa also shares personal stories about her father's car accident and her mother's stroke, highlighting the importance of getting help and being persistent....

Summary Sarah discusses her journey with eating disorders, specifically bulimia, and her path to recovery. She shares her experiences with food addiction, body dysmorphia, and the challenges of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Sarah emphasizes the importance of self-care, self-love, and finding balance in her journey. She also highlights the societal pressures and judgments surrounding body image...

Summary Ashton Yon, originally from St. Helena Island, shares her journey of moving to the UK and finding her career path. She came to the UK in search of opportunities. Ashton initially aspired to be a dental hygienist but realized it wasn't for her. She then explored various temp jobs before finding her current role as an apprenticeship lead. She educates employers about the benefits of apprenti...

Summary In this conversation, the guest discusses their experience with counseling and personal growth in recovery. They highlight the importance of acceptance and the need for change in overcoming addiction. The guest also shares their struggles with people-pleasing and the difficulty in expressing personal preferences. They emphasize the value of being assertive and prioritizing self-care. The c...

Summary In this conversation, Mandy, an addictions worker and senior support worker, discusses her role in a treatment center for drug and alcohol addiction. She also talks about her involvement with a charity and her passion for wellbeing. Mandy shares her experience with drumming as a form of self-expression and discusses her interest in alternative therapies like Reiki. She reflects on the chal...

In this conversation, Daniel Bennett, a classic car restorer, shares his journey of starting his own business and specializing in restoring classic cars. He discusses the challenges he faced and the decisions he made along the way. Daniel also talks about his passion for custom work and the importance of adapting to changing plans. He shares his favorite cars and the value of classic cars as inves...

The conversation covers various topics related to drug enforcement, the impact of technology on policing, and the challenges faced by police officers. The chapters include discussions on the reduction in opium production in Afghanistan and its effects on the heroin market, the discovery of nitazines in heroin and the increase in overdoses, the importance of naloxone in preventing overdose deaths,...

In this conversation, Angie, Mike and Ben Veal discuss the challenges and realities of professional wrestling, the impact of COVID-19 on priorities and mental health, and the importance of finding purpose and being present in one's life. They also explore the benefits of remote work and virtual meetings, the power of podcasting in building relationships, and the value of active listening and silen...

The conversation covers various topics related to the property industry, including challenges in the estate agency industry, factors affecting the length of property sales process, differences in property buying process in different countries, the role of solicitors in property transactions, lack of knowledge and education in the property industry, managing expectations and communication in proper...

Angela Thomson joins us today to talk about the challenges she has personally experienced, her education and learnings on trauma and her counselling career  

James joins us to talk about all things Careers, Employability and the advice and guidance he imparts into the young people across the Priory Learning Trust in Somerset. Jame also shares some insight into other careers and experiences he has had. 

Vicky Simmons joins our Podcast to talk about the recent challenge she has completed. Vicky is the Somewhere House Somerset Coordinator. 

In this Episode, Angie & Mike speak to Ben Fox founder of Shepherd.com . Ben talks about launching Shepherd, the website to beat all websites for discovering the best books. Check it out! 

Martin Grass, from Mendip Cave Rescue joins Angie and Mike to talk about all things Caving, Pot Holing and Cave Rescue. Martin talks about his greatest achievements, the excitement of finding out that more people have stood on the moon and looked at its surface than have been to a Cave he helped discover in Somerset!  Martin also talks about supporting the Tham Luang cave rescue (Thai Cave Rescue)...

Charly Andrews Head of Commercial Sales at The Royal Bath & West of England Society, joins Angie and Mike to talk about her working life, including sharing her experience of working abroad, working in the Entertainment and Hospitality industry, and now as Commercial Sales for the Royal Bath & West of England Society.

Angie and Mike talk about Mental Health, Mental Wellbeing, Mental Illness and things to look out for.