Extrology: Mastering People, Performance & Purpose

The voice is one of our most powerful tools for change - are you missing out on the incredible potential of your own voice? Blair Brian Nichols is a true visionary in the world of public speaking, with a particularly wonderful focus on fostering diverse, purpose-driven success as the Founder of BBN Creative Management. His views will flip your perspective and prepare you to spark opportunities fro...

It’s always been a monumental challenge to overcome addiction, but does today’s world make it a greater struggle than ever before? Last week’s episode of Extrology introduced the brave and remarkable story of Colin Day, whose battle with addiction is detailed in a book which, in itself, became part of the solution. The power of writing in detaching from a stigmatising, polarising digital world is...

Addiction recovery is a brutal road, but at the heart of a high pressure finance industry, it’s nigh on impossible… Colin Day’s been through that journey with anorexia nervosa, and bravely joins us to share his profound journey with a ‘silent struggle’, with uplifting takeaways for anyone in the same position. Join us on Extrology this week for the first in a special, two-parter uncovering the har...

Marketing needs to be smarter than having the same blue logo as 100 other businesses - it needs to be Sharper… Bizarrely, it’s a background in standup comedy that best equips Russ Powell, a returning guest to Extrology. His mastery of storytelling has culminated in Sharper B2B Marketing, of which he’s the Founder and MD. Learn to craft tailored messages, curate the emotions of decision-makers, and...

Are you tired of hustling and burning out, but still want to achieve more? 🤔 Discover how achieving “ more ” can mean “ doing less” through mindfulness, purposefulness and a new mindset in the latest episode of the Extrology Podcast.  Growth Strategy Coach, TEDx Speaker & Author, Gerald J, Leonard, shares how overcoming a debilitating health challenge inspired him to slow down and transform h...

Looking for a podcast episode that will ignite your spirit of adventure? ⛰️🛶 Introducing Mark Agnew - European Adventurer of the Year 23, holder of 2 world-first records, and the very first to kayak the Northwest Passage with his crew, the Arctic Cowboys.  Mark shares gripping tales of his daring 103-day expedition including harrowing encounters with polar bears and sea ice that could have ended...

Get ready to question what's possible - this is one story that will have you believing in the strength of the human spirit. Introducing Darren Hardy; Former Soldier, Extreme Endurance Athlete & Author. Overcoming trauma, breaking records and helping others - just some of the things Darren has achieved in his remarkable journey of resilience.  Tune in to hear how he battled PTSD after the...

From ballet to blockchain, this unique episode of the Extrology podcast has it all! Tune in to hear the journey of eflow Global Founder, Ben Parker - from outback Aussie to Oxford Philosopher to RegTech revolutionary.  Discover how Ben overcame resistance to move Wall Street to the cloud and learn his unconventional leadership tactics that made FinTech giants follow his lead.  He also weighs in on...

Ready to get an inside look into what it really takes to disrupt an industry?  Introducing Nishant Patel, Founder & CTO at Contentstack and the visionary entrepreneur who saw headless CMS coming before anyone else, and built a billion dollar company on that bet.  Digital experiences are ever-evolving - such relentless innovation drove Contentstack to build a cornerstone in modern web developme...

G2A.COM; 30 million users across 180 countries makes it the world’s largest marketplace for games, gift cards, subscriptions & software. Now a billion dollar business, built by one visionary entrepreneur: Bartosz Skwarczek. On episode 86 of the Extrology podcast, discover how Bartosz revolutionised the competitive gaming industry and his proven formula to scale a business internationally by pr...

Dear Extrology Listeners, This is an episode that is a little out of the ordinary for Extrology - but a personal story I’ve been wanting to share with you all for a while. Yes, I have spent time going back and forth, considering whether it is the right topic to share on the podcast, changing my mind over and over again.  But Extrology is all about sharing stories of overcoming adversity, adapting...

Attention, CEOs and Leaders! Are you ready to revolutionise your approach to leadership while prioritising your well-being?  Tune in to this enriching podcast episode filled with actionable insights and wisdom that will transform the way you lead. Join Extrology Host, Lee Cooper and his latest guest, Ryan Renteria, a seasoned CEO Coach, Diverse Board Director and Bestselling Author, who brings a w...

In 2023 we were fortunate to be joined on Extrology by a staggering number of inspiring guests, and sometimes we need to look back in order to refresh our worldview for the year ahead. From Jenn Drummond’s Seven Second Summits to Sue Anstiss’ game-changing Netflix documentary, join us as we look back on some of the best moments from our amazing array of guests last year. Building upon last week’s...

In 2023 we were fortunate to be joined on Extrology by a staggering number of inspiring guests, and sometimes we need to look back in order to refresh our worldview for the year ahead. It’s an impossible challenge to summarise the insights from so many, but in the first of two special ‘Best of 2023’ episodes we shine a spotlight on Sue Anstiss’ game-changing Netflix documentary, Paula Reid’s admir...

The Ultratriathlon is a staggering feat in its own right, but becoming the first person in the UK to complete two of them back to back is among Claire Smith’s crowning achievements. She once hated sport, and has fought through addiction and mental battles, demonstrating a level of resilience that enables us to achieve the impossible. Claire joins us on Extrology to detail the brave start to her en...

Cameron Brookhouse’s exploration of fitness in gaming is a bold step into an engaging future for wellbeing in the digital age. Through Quell, he and his Co-Founders are trailblazing an industry with the first ever dedicated fitness gaming platform, in a captivating game called Shardfall. The link between gaming and wellbeing has rarely been perceived positively, but over the course of this episode...

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes particularly detailed discussions about suicide between the 32:30-35:00 mark, which listeners could find distressing, and may wish to avoid. If you, or somebody you know, requires urgent assistance, Samaritans are available on 116 123. Our lives can be turned upside down in an instant, but as Gareth de la Torre can attest, losing everything isn’t an ending, i...

It’s rare that we’re afforded truly enlightening conversations in life, but this exploration through Udo Erasmus’ worldview is absolutely full of revelations. Through childhood wartime experiences, a studious mind and relentlessly seeking life’s answers, his perspective on finding ourselves and seeking stillness is utterly infectious. Join us in this episode of extrology to experience just a porti...

A must-listen episode for anyone seeking either motivation, strategies or tools to create positive change in their lives.  Doug Fleener shares his incredible journey from the depths of despair, to becoming a corporate director at a global corporation, a CEO and international speaker and a trusted business advisor. Doug reveals his practical strategies for daily success, how to embrace failure and...

Not every business is lucky enough to say that their work has a genuine positive impact on communities worldwide. Kenneth Bérard, Chief Executive Officer of Optimy, is here to share his story; that businesses can serve as a force for good.  Optimy is revolutionising how organisations manage their philanthropic efforts, with a highly configurable, positive impact platform, serving over 350 organisa...

While we rightfully celebrate our NHS, it’s not without room for innovation - that’s where Navenio’s Connie Moser hopes to make her mark. Simple technology used in a complex way is key to a solution that’s reducing wait times and connecting medical professionals with patients’ needs like never before. Connie’s career has been a blend of innovative tech solutions and effective management strategies...

The natural world is more than simply around us - for many, it saves lives. That much is true of Isaac Kenyon, an eco-adventurer and world record-setting advocate for sustainability and mental wellbeing alike, noting the unbreakable link between our wellbeing and the world around us. Isaac joins us on Extrology to detail his experiences with eco-anxiety, and how he was spurred to take on rows, run...

Some people’s fates are seemingly mapped out before their birth, and for Dr Craig Thayer, a life devoted to helping others was preordained. Craig started life adopted at 9 months, and through his family upbringing became a surgeon with a faith as strong as his conviction to do good through his medical marvels. Join us for the inspirational story behind Craig’s book - Saved: One Trauma Surgeon&apos...

Playing small does not serve the world, and by no means does Paula Reid ever play small.  She ventures where most seldom dare, cycling across the entirety of 16 countries, and most recently adding a war-stricken Ukraine to that list in an adventure which exposed the remarkable, resilient nature of its people. What kind of mindset takes the nub of an idea and turns it into such a bold pursuit? Paul...

We don’t make relationships through ‘funnels’, but rather bonds are formed through considerate discussion - the power of a conversation is near-enough unparalleled. Interview Valet began based on the tenet that we’re just one conversation away from creating limitless opportunities, and its Founder & CEO is the greatest advocate for better marketing through conversation - Tom Schwab. Join us fo...