Mind Cake: Not Self-Help. Just Slightly More Helpful Than Doing Nothing

What if your anxiety isn’t from this life at all? Renowned hypnotist John Koenig joins Mind Cake to explore how past life regression can reveal hidden wounds — and help us heal them in the present. Is it possible that our deepest fears, relationships, or patterns come from lives we’ve lived before? In this fascinating episode of Mind Cake , we’re joined by John Koenig , a certified hypnotist and p...

Can ancient Stoic philosophy help you survive modern mental chaos? Coach Benny Voncken joins Mind Cake to share how journaling, presence, and perspective can transform how we handle anxiety, burnout, and even grief. In this powerful solo-hosted episode of Mind Cake , Paul Beeson speaks with Benny Voncken , a Stoic coach who helps people navigate the chaos of modern life through ancient philosophy...

What does it take to walk from the top of Europe to the bottom — alone? Poet and mental health advocate Kit Birks shares her story of eating disorders, addiction, and how walking and poetry became a path to survival. In this raw and inspiring episode of Mind Cake , we speak to Kit Birks , a mental health advocate, poet, and solo adventurer, whose upcoming record-breaking walk from Norway to Greece...

Can facing death help us live more fully? In this powerful episode, former BMJ editor Dr. Richard Smith explores why we need to rethink how we talk about — and prepare for — our own dying. Why do we struggle to talk about death — even though it’s the one thing guaranteed to happen to all of us? In this powerful episode of Mind Cake , we’re joined by Dr. Richard Smith — former editor of the BMJ and...

How does a mother’s grief spark a global movement? In this moving episode, Phil and Wendy from the Little Princess Trust share how one little girl’s legacy now gives hope — and hair — to thousands of children with cancer. When five-year-old Hannah passed away from cancer, her family turned their grief into something extraordinary — creating the Little Princess Trust , a charity that provides real-...

What does it take to perform magic when your mind is working against you? Illusionist Daniel Bower joins Mind Cake to reveal how he manages anxiety, performance pressure — and why connection is the real trick behind every show. In this entertaining and revealing episode of Mind Cake , magician Daniel Bower pulls back the curtain on the world of live performance — and shares how magic became his th...

Struggling with poor sleep, brain fog, or anxiety? It might be your tongue. In this episode of Mind Cake , myofunctional therapist Karese Laguerre explains how breathing patterns affect focus, energy, and mental health — and how simple changes can unlock real results. What if your tongue posture was silently sabotaging your focus, sleep, and mood? In this eye-opening episode of Mind Cake , we’re j...

Feeling anxious, wired or overwhelmed? Discover how sound baths can help you access calm, clarity, and rest — instantly. Tommy from The Sonic Den joins us to explore the science and magic behind sound healing. What if the fastest way to calm your nervous system... was sound? In this restorative episode of Mind Cake , we speak to Tommy from The Sonic Den , a former rock musician turned sound therap...

Struggling with New Year’s resolutions? You’re not alone—75% of us abandon them by February! But don’t give up just yet. In this Mind Cake BONUS episode, we thought we'd replay Dr. Jan from last year to help you set goals that are realistic, attainable, and designed for success. 🧠✨ Tune in for expert advice on: ✔️ Why most resolutions fail —and how to avoid common pitfalls. ✔️ How to set goa...

Are your screens rewiring your brain? Psychologist Dr. Aaron Balick joins Mind Cake to explore the real psychological toll of digital life — and what you can do to take back control. Are you in control of your screen… or is it in control of you? In this timely episode of Mind Cake , we sit down with Dr. Aaron Balick , a psychologist, author, and expert in cyber-psychology, to unpack the true impac...

This week on Mind Cake, we are thrilled to host the legendary video game designer Howard Scott Warshaw, the creative mind behind iconic Atari games like Yar's Revenge and the infamous E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. Join us as Howard takes us on a journey through his fascinating career, from the dawn of video gaming to his transition into psychotherapy. In this episode, we explore: 🎮 The Atari Days:...

From Pain to Purpose: Karen Roberts’ Journey of Transformation | EP 32 🔥 Can lifestyle changes unlock true transformation? In this episode of Mind Cake , we dive deep with Karen Roberts , founder of Vivendus , to explore how she turned chronic pain into a life-changing mission. From overcoming autoimmune struggles to building a thriving coaching business , Karen’s story is a powerful testament to...

What does it take to challenge every expectation — including your own? Ultra-runner Rachel Macpherson joins Mind Cake to talk baldness, grief, endurance, and mental resilience in a world obsessed with appearances. What happens when you stop trying to fit in — and start chasing what fuels you? In this bold and honest episode of Mind Cake , we meet Rachel Macpherson — ultra-runner, mental health adv...

What happens when the commentary stops? Cricket legend Jonathan Agnew opens up about life beyond the mic — sharing raw insights on grief, pressure, and staying grounded through it all. In this powerful and intimate episode of Mind Cake , we sit down with Jonathan Agnew — the iconic voice of cricket — for a conversation that goes well beyond sport. From the commentary box to personal crossroads, Jo...

🎙️ When Life Flips the Script: Lee’s Cancer Battle & Mental Health Journey 🎙️ 💭 What happens when the interviewer becomes the guest? 💭 In this powerful bonus episode of Mind Cake , Amy Alexander turns the tables and puts Lee Crompton in the hot seat. Raw. Honest. Unfiltered. Lee shares his deeply personal journey—from facing a terminal cancer diagnosis to battling the mental and emotional to...

💡 Energy is currency—where are you spending yours? 💡 Feeling drained? Stuck? Searching for balance? In this episode of Mind Cake , we sit down with Amy Alexander , a yoga practitioner who turned her scoliosis diagnosis into a powerful journey of healing, resilience, and self-discovery . 🧘‍♀️ Healing through Movement – How Yoga Transformed Amy’s Life 🌍 From Scoliosis to Strength – Overcoming Li...

"I ​see ​us ​as ​a ​holistic ​being. ​There ​is ​no ​separation ​between ​mind ​and ​body. ​We ​know ​that ​our ​thoughts ​can ​impact ​how ​we're ​feeling ​physically ​and how ​we're ​feeling ​physically ​can ​impact ​our ​thoughts ​and ​our ​emotional ​health ​as ​well." In this enlightening episode of Mind Cake, we step into the tranquil therapy space of Lee-Anne Breen from Tr...

After somehow convincing the legendary Arthur Smith to come on the podcast (we’re still not entirely sure how that happened), Lee and Paul sit down to debrief on the chaos. From Arthur’s outrageous stories of losing bets and singing the Moldovan national anthem in the buff (outside Boots, no less) to how exactly Lee got him on the show—this episode is all about the behind-the-scenes madness. But l...

What do a Moldovan anthem, near-death experience, and decades of comedy have in common? Arthur Smith , legendary comic and Fringe veteran, joins Mind Cake for a wild ride through humour, health scares, and healing. In this brilliantly chaotic episode of Mind Cake , hosts Lee Crompton and Paul Beeson sit down with Arthur Smith — the gravel-voiced legend of British comedy, known for Grumpy Old Men ,...

This week, Lee and Paul dive into their chat with psychic medium Cara, unpacking Lee’s sceptical yet eye-opening reading experience. From startlingly accurate personal insights to bold predictions involving Adele and Lewis Capaldi , Lee wrestles with the mysteries of the spiritual world. Meanwhile, Paul, the more open-minded of the duo, ponders the delicate balance between belief and doubt and how...

What do your auras reveal — and who’s guiding you through life, unseen? In this powerful episode of Mind Cake , renowned psychic medium Cara joins us to share how spirit guides and energy readings can help bring clarity, healing, and self-trust. In this spiritually charged episode of Mind Cake , hosts Lee Crompton and Paul Beeson welcome psychic medium and spirit guide Cara for a fascinating dive...

In this Mind Bites follow-up, Lee, Paul, and Gail unpack their lively chat with Charlotte Blackler of Mena-pause.com , mixing insight with plenty of laughs. From the wonders of phytoestrogens and plant power to their usual playful tangents, nothing is off-limits! Expect belly laughs and bizarre questions, like: 🍪 If menopause was a biscuit, what would it be? 🦶 Who’s on foot rub duty—Paul or Gail...

In this episode of Mind Cake , Gail and Jenny sit down with Charlotte Blackler , the scientist, herbologist, and brilliant mind behind Mena-pause.com . With a passion for natural remedies, Charlotte shares how she’s helping women navigate menopause with plant-powered nutrition and herbal solutions. 💚 Charlotte’s Journey: From scientist to founder—how her passion for herbology and women’s health l...

In this no-nonsense follow-up, Lee and Paul are back with work/life balance coach Allison Mandell , cutting through the chaos with raw honesty, relatable stories, and laugh-out-loud moments. Allison delivers practical tips for managing the madness of modern life—because who really has it all together, anyway? Expect: 💡 Brutally honest advice (no sugar-coating here!) 🤣 Real-life stories that'...

🎬 Former MasterChef and Dancing with the Stars producer Allison Mandell left high-stress TV behind to help others reclaim joy, time, and sanity. This episode is your permission slip to stop the hustle. In this refreshingly honest episode of Mind Cake , Lee and Paul sit down with Allison Mandell , a high-flying TV exec-turned-work-life balance coach. After years in the whirlwind of reality TV (thi...