Good Journeys with Ben Veal and Sarah Moon

What is The Burnt Chef Project? What led to its need to be founded? Why is the hospitality industry such a breeding ground for mental health struggles? What is being done to safeguard the mental wellbeing of individuals working in restaurants, cafes, hotels and coffee shops worldwide? Mental health campaigner Kris Hall joins the #GoodJourneysPod with Second Mountain's Ben Veal to share his ins...

What does it mean to be autistic in today's world? How can the neurodivergent community be better supported? Is our society not currently geared to meet the needs of people with autism?  Actually autistic writer, speaker and autism advocate Pete Wharmby joins the #GoodJourneysPod with Second Mountain's Ben Veal to share his inspiring story and hopes for a more inclusive future.  Subscribe...

Joel is an award-winning arthritis and psoriasis patient leader, content creator and lived experience consultant. He’s also the founder of The Pain Company, a purpose-driven ethical clothing brand that exists to raise awareness of chronic pain and illness, and give a voice to the millions of people around the world that live with daily pain. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exclusive video con...

How do we define happiness? What does it mean to be happy in the modern world? What can our emotions tell us about ourselves?   Sarah Perrett, founder of the Happiness Gap, joins the #GoodJourneysPod to share her insight and inspiring personal journey. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exclusive video content:  ⁠ www.youtube.com/@secondmountaincomms    As an intuitive happiness coach and Certif...

What makes Ghostbusters such a special movie? Why does it continue to inspire audiences globally almost 40 years after its release? What is its wider cultural impact? Why was it so difficult to get a third movie made? Joining the #GoodJourneysPod for episode 10 is the author of new book A Convenient Parallel Dimension: How Ghostbusters Slimed Us Forever, James Greene Jr.  Subscribe to our YouTube...

Is freelance life all that it's cracked up to be? What are the essential skills needed to survive and thrive as a freelancer? What does it mean to be "successful" as a solo operator? Author, speaker and bestselling author Sarah Townsend is our special guest for the first #GoodJourneysPod of 2023.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exclusive video content:  ⁠ www.youtube.com/@secon...

Who were The British Bulldogs? What was the magic ingredient that transformed this pair of working-class young lads from a small Northern mining community - Tom Billington and Davey Boy Smith - into globally-recognised sporting superstars? How should they be remembered? Second Mountain Comms' Ben Veal is joined on episode eight of the #GoodJourneysPod by Steven Bell, author of Dynamite & D...

Why is creative industry growth disproportionately benefiting the privileged? Are working class people behind held back from progressing within the PR industry? What are the barriers that are preventing the communications industry from becoming more diverse and inclusive? Our guest for episode seven of the #GoodJourneysPod is Sarah Waddington CBE - social mobility activist, chartered PR practition...

What does it take to turn a passion project into a full time job that you adore? How does it feel when your magazine catches fire and reaches millions of readers? Is it possible to "fall in love" with yourself? Second Mountain Comms' Ben Veal is joined on episode six of the #GoodJourneysPod by Katy Cowan, founding editor of Creative Boom, the fantastic online magazine dedicated to th...

What does it mean to be a B Corp certified business? Why do today's leaders need to build the skills to become emotionally intelligent? How can life's darkest moments help to define a brighter future? Joining Second Mountain Comms' Ben Veal for episode five of the #GoodJourneysPod is Lyanna Tsakiris, CEO and co-founder of purpose-driven marketing agency, Station Rd, a Cardiff-based com...

What does it feel like to become a parent through surrogacy? What motivates someone to serve as a surrogate parent? How can this highly-emotional journey be best navigated? The special guest for episode four of the #GoodJourneysPod is George Ryon, founder of Rainbow Life, a surrogacy agency based in New York State.    Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exclusive video content:  ⁠ www.youtube.com...

What does it feel like to climb to the very pinnacle of your profession? What lies behind the timeless appeal of pro wrestling? What obstacles must be overcome on the journey to becoming a world champion? The special guest for episode three of the #GoodJourneysPod is Nick Aldis: three-time world heavyweight champion professional wrestler, broadcaster, columnist, author and purpose-driven business...

Have we lost touch with the incredible power that play can afford our lives? In our oh-so-hectic-and-distracted modern world, have we become too busy to play like the generations that came before us? What positive changes could take place if we became more present? Joining Second Mountain Comms' Ben Veal for episode two of the #GoodJourneysPod is Debi John, the founder of Play Healing . Subscr...

What does it take to write a critically-acclaimed novel? What are the steps to navigate to immerse yourself in an imaginary landscape? What was the journey like of creating a fantasy world during a global lockdown that saw our real lives temporarily placed on hold? The special guest for the debut episode of the #GoodJourneysPod is Josh Winning, author of the critically-acclaimed fantasy fiction no...