Human Stories with Tony Lloyd

A great plesure to catch up with John again who has just published his 5th book, 'Spring Days in Winter'. With a romantic theme, this is an intriguing spy story that will grab your imagination totally. John tells me the basic story line, without giving much away, and how it all came about. Having read his previous books I can highly recommend this one. Search for it on Amazon and enjoy!...

A fascinating chat with Russ Kane who is a fellow broadcaster but also a professional Celebrant.  Russ explains all about how he became one and why, with some amusing stories from his experiences too. He also is a stand-up comedian, something I could never do either!  Find out more and see how to engage Russ at www.russkanecelebrant.com   Let me know what you thought of this episode and send a tex...

Great to catch up again with Amanda, a Public Relations expert and much more! We chat about why PR is so important and how it works, and she gives some fantastic tips for you too. The Lifestyle Awards are a great opportunity to network and celebrate your organisation every year, Amanda explains all about it. Living in Cyprus she explains what that is like, and what you need to emigrate there. A lo...

A totally fascinating and inspirational chat with Katey about her expertise in coaching on how to handle toxic people. We all know some right?! Katey tells me how she got involved with helping others cope, the signs to identify and why people are toxic towards others, and how to handle them too. She has written 3 books and has some impressive clients, she's studied film production and script...

John just rowed 3000 miles across the sea for 52 days from The Canaries to Antigua for 'The World's Toughest Row'   A privilege to chat to John and get his story, it's fascinating!  He tells me why he did it and what motivated him to row with 3 others across the sea, the training involved, the mental issues, the equipment onboard, what it was like to land safely after the journ...

Amanda is such an insiration especially to women. She is an example of how anyone can succeed if you try hard enough. A professional journalist from the age of 19 and working on local and major national newspapers, she is now a sought after public relations guru and writer. She tells me a great story from when she worked for the Daily Star! We chat about her amazing career and her Lifestyle Magazi...

Always a pleasure to chat to John Michell about his latest book 'The Wind From New Jersey', this one's a real hit for sure!  John explains what's behind the book, including why he has included a storyline about stress and mental illness. John has excellent advice for anyone thinking about writing a book themselves, invaluable words from an Australian expert! About the book: Fra...

Who would have thought there was so much to being an artist! Julie tells me about her work and how she got started in art, and amongst other things about her 'Translations' project which helps all sorts of people get their thoughts and lives onto canvas via Julie's talents. Fascinating! Her story about The Tate Modern is amazing! Julie has some great advice for fellow artists and sh...

Matthew's experiences in 'interesting' parts of the world has led him to be a writer, not just a writer but a talented and sometimes hilarious writer! His book 'Ruskie, Beers, Bears & Babushkas' is based on his sometimes dangerous business experiences and life in Russia.  Not only keeping us on the edge of our seats but making us laugh out loud too! His book is on Amaz...

Always a pleasure to interview the inspirational Stacey Jackson, a professional singer / songwriter, tv presenter, entrepreneur and mother of 4.  Her book ' How a Gangster Rapper Made Me a Better Mom' is out electronically now and in print in March 2024 and available to pre order now. Stacey tells me what the book is about and how she came about writing it (sounds great and must get a co...

Fascinating to talk to mental health expert and Exorcist Paul Devlin on Human Stories. He tells me about his work and how he got into what he does, plus he has some excellent advice for people who are maybe considering getting his help. Details about what Paul does and his audio books and much more can be found at www.pauldevlinsuniverse.net   Let me know what you thought of this episode and send...

Renown actor Colin McFarlane talks to me about the Justice4Windrush Campaign. He tells me how he got involved and about his personal reasons why, and about his friendship with fellow campaigner Annie Lennox. Colin explains to me how the sad situation came about and affected so many people, and how they were treated, first being invited to the UK after the war, and then fighting deportation after m...

Marina is an actor, author and relationship coach and her new book 'Men Need Love Too' is out now. Described as 'a man's simple guide to sex and relationships' Marina tells me what inspired her to write the book, what is in it and has lots of advice about love, making love, falling in love and much more! A fascinating and very informative interview not to be missed! Find o...

Paula Love Clark is an established author and artist and has published her latest book 'Pyramid'. To quote "Pyramid is a riveting dive into the unchartered depths of human potential when artificial intelligence is intricately woven into the very fabric of the human brain". This is not an anti AI book, rather a fictional novel that encourages the reader to think widely about wha...

Bill is a Canadian TV Personality and Author with many stories to tell about his career in Canadian broadcast media and it's all in his book 'A Happy Has Been - Exciting Times and Lessons Learned'. Originally from my podcast 'Music Stories with Tony Lloyd' the interview is very relevant here on Human Stories as Bill's story is about his career and other good work he d...

Award winning musician and composer Tony Mantor has embarked on a mission to help people understand Autism with his podcast 'Why Not Me'. This is basically a podcast about a podcast ! Tony is interviewing people from all over the world who have stories to tell about autism, and of course they are all different. Tony's song ' Why Not Me' is the inspiration behind his podcas...

Award winning John Michell's latest thriller is 'Weather Over Mendoza' and we discuss how his diplomatic career has inspired him to write books. He tells me how the title came about, how he worked in The USSR back in the day, and what he plans for the next book too, all fascinating stuff! He gives great tips for writers and we talk about his style of writing, we may have touched on...

An absolute pleasure to interview Denise again this time about her new venture as a professional celebrant. Still a member of the eighties group Tight Fit (The Lion Sleeps Tonight 1982) and ex wife of record producer Pete Waterman, Denise tells me why she has become a celebrant and what influenced her to become one amongst her busy life. She opens up to me about her mother's passing, how she...

Dean's amazing story is a must listen! He was an active sportsman when his life was turned upside down when his wife died from a brain tumour, then a year later he was diagnosed with Leukemia. His incredibly moving story tells of the dark place he found himself in and how he struggled to cope. Then something in a journal he found that he had written when he was eleven years old changed everyt...

I met Roy through a mutual friend who was a top chef from Iceland. Roy has an amazing story about discovering he had a half brother and sister, but then 30 years later quite by chance he met them again.  It makes you wonder doesn't it! Let me know what you thought of this episode and send a text here ----------------------------------------------------------------- Podcasting is an increasing...

Tonje was eventually diagnosed as Bipolar and was given the wrong medication before the correct diagnosis.  She tells me her story about those early days in her life and how she changed things. Tonje is now a valued member of The True You Hub, an organisation full of experts helping women in many ways become better versions of themselves. She contributes her experiences as a mental health and well...

Catherine fought breast cancer 6 years ago, was treated. All was good. Then it came back. I find out about Catherine's life, what happened, how it affected her job as a Police Officer and her personal life, the treatment and it's effects on her and her family. Catherine is about to embark on more chemo therapy and treatment, and is very keen to share her journey with other women  so it m...

Roy lives in Khakiv in Ukraine. His town is under constant missile attack by the Russians. He tells me what it's like to live there and be in the music business, but notice how he never moans at all. Roy sold albums to raise money for food for the Ukrainian Army, he's safe for now. Makes you think doesn't it! Roy's music and information can be found here, please help him if you...

I knew this one would be interesting and it certainly was! Brilliantly fascinating too with some myth busting, huge amounts of completely enlightening information and advice for more or less everyone I think! If you've ever wondered what a 'Tantric Experience' is then it's all in the interview! Kerry can help people connect with themselves and teaches life changing tools and te...

Now this is an amazing organisation that helps women! Listen to Emma who tells me  about her journey through several cancer episodes and health issues that led her to start The True You Hub for women. She explains that it is far more than just another diet plan and the Hub has amazing experts to teach and guide women to be the best version of themselves in many ways. A fascinating interview not to...