Life Mastery with Gurmej Singh Pawar

What does it actually take to compete as a professional MMA fighter — and what does the sport teach you beyond fighting? Tim Wilde is one of the UK's top professional MMA fighters, with 18 wins across Bellator and the PFL. We recorded this just after one of his fights was pulled due to injury — so we start there: the mindset of dealing with setbacks when an entire training camp leads to nothing. W...

Harjap Bhangal has been an immigration lawyer for 21 years. In August 2024, his name appeared on a threats list during the UK riots. Police evacuated his offices. He stayed anyway. In this episode we go deep on the things most people in media won't say out loud. Small boats are 3–4% of immigration — so why is that the entire conversation? Who's actually profiting from asylum seekers in hotels (it'...

Jon Aldridge has been my personal trainer for seven years. He's seen me when I'm feeling good, my most burnt out, and everything in between. That's why this conversation is different. Jon is a strength and conditioning coach, personal trainer, and owner of Compound Fitness and co-owner of Optimal Sports Performance (OSP) in Cannock (West Midlands, UK). He's competed in CrossFit, completed an Ironm...

This special New Year edition of Life Mastery is a little different, it’s just me, no guest this time. As 2026 begins, I wanted to talk about something most of us struggle with: why goals don’t actually work. Every January we set resolutions, make lists, and promise ourselves change… and yet, most people lose momentum by February. After more than 20 years running businesses, I’ve learned that succ...

I sit down with Darren Lewis, one of the most respected voices in British sports journalism and someone I’ve admired long before we arranged this conversation. We first met years ago at an event where he stayed behind long after his talk had finished, speaking with young people, listening to their stories, and encouraging them in a way that didn’t feel forced or performative. That moment told me e...

I sit down with Mickey Patel, senior partner at August Equity. Mickey shares insights from his impressive career in private equity, his dedication to self-development, and how he's working to make a social impact. We talk about his career journey, overcoming challenges, and valuable lessons on entrepreneurship and leadership.   Thanks for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode and want to hear mor...

Join me as I talk to Tess Howard, a GB and England hockey player with a Commonwealth gold medal and a trailblazer for change in women’s sportswear. Tess shares her inspiring journey to elite athletics, from overcoming a knee injury to making waves in the fight for inclusivity in sports uniforms. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in elite athleticism and social impact.   Thanks fo...

Ganan Kanagathurai: From Corporate Boardrooms to Queues at Roti King ✨ On this episode of Life Mastery, I sit down with my friend Ganan Kanagathurai, who has had one of the most fascinating and unconventional career journeys I know. At just 38, Ganan became CEO of Itsu, one of the UK’s most respected Asian-inspired food brands. Today, he’s the co-owner of Roti King, and if you know anything about...

Join me as I chat with Svetlin Todorov, an online entrepreneur who has turned his love for windsurfing into a business and lifestyle. Discover how he transitioned from affiliate marketing coaching and how you can too! This episode is packed with inspiring insights on living life to the fullest while building a thriving online business. Thanks for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode and want to...