People Like Us

From stepping away from the chaos to rebuilding life with purpose — Paul Hanafin returns with a brand-new chapter.  In Episode 118, Paul sits down with us after taking a step back from everything. He opens up about where he’s been, what he’s learned, and how he operates in the world of properties. We dive into his entire real estate journey — the highs, the challenges, and the reality of doing thi...

What drives a man to hike the highest peak in North Africa, lead a team through brutal terrain, and then walk 105 miles to the premiere of his own documentary? In Episode 117 of People Like Us , we sit down with John Beamson, better known as The CEO Adventurer — a man who truly embodies leadership, resilience, and purpose. John takes us deep into his North African leadership expedition, sharing th...

In this week’s episode, we dive into the chaos of the modern world — from Charlie Kirk conspiracies and Gary Neville headlines to the state of the UK right now. Joined once again by Chris Muldowney, we bring the perfect mix of banter, truth, and wild theories you won’t hear anywhere else. Episode 116 is one for the books! Chris Muldowney returns to People Like Us for another hilarious and unpredic...

From wedding videographer to fitness coach, from bankruptcy to film sets — Gordon Ace Hindson has lived a life full of reinvention, lessons, and laughter. In this week’s episode of People Like Us , Gordon sits down with us to share his incredible journey of highs, lows, and the many turns that shaped who he is today. Starting his early life juggling different jobs — from cadet nursing to factory w...

🔥  He’s back!  After a long-awaited return,  Rob Coats  joins  People Like Us  once again — and this episode dives deep into  big conversations, bold opinions, and plenty of laughs. From  global warming  and  conspiracy theories  to the  wildest hot topics in today’s news , Rob and Dan pull no punches as they discuss the state of the world, the people shaping it, and how our perspectives have shi...

⚽ From coaching football to building Future Pathways that help young people find purpose — Deano Browne’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and inspiration. In this episode of People Like Us , Deano shares his remarkable journey. Starting as a passionate football coach in the North East, Deano pushed through challenges, worked multiple jobs, and even took his career to the USA with UK Inte...

Episode 112 of People Like Us welcomes back Andy Ormerod for another hilarious conversation. This week, we dive into everything from takeaway portions 🍔, to those horrible moments of embarrassment 😳, and the nostalgic TV shows 📺 that shaped our lives. Andy brings laughs, relatable stories, and plenty of throwbacks you won’t want to miss. 👉 Tune in now and let us know — what is your most embarr...

Fitness coach and online trainer Michael Purdie ( Instagram: @mpurdiecoaching ) joins us for his 3rd time on People Like Us ! In this episode we cover everything from staying in shape on holiday to the science of mosquito bites, plus fitness, diets, workouts, and the future of health with GLP-1s and Mounjaro jabs. Michael shares who inspired his muscular figure, his journey to becoming an online f...

Cheryl Richardson’s life changed forever when she was diagnosed with  stage 4 breast cancer . After working for 10 years to achieve her dream role as a Paediatric Community Nurse in the North East of England, Cheryl was forced to medically retire. What followed was heartbreak, depression, and the feeling that her life had been stripped away. But Cheryl didn’t let cancer define her story. Instead,...

Ben’s finally back on the pod for the first time this year, and we’re breaking in the brand-new studio (fancier room, same nonsense). We get into the world of  icks  🤢, talk about weight loss methods from Ozempic to gastric bands to actually moving your body, and chat about Southpaw’s future as he packs up the UK life to take on Asia and eventually Australia. Got an  ick  we missed? Or a wild wei...

This week on People Like Us, we are joined by the amazing Dan Walls. A talented artist whose work brings together creativity, history, and a deep love for his craft. Dan shares how he first got started, the journey that led him into graffiti, and the passion that fuels his artwork across the North East. From preserving memories through his skill to expressing artistry in unexpected ways, Dan talks...

Chris joins us for another hilarious episode — but this one comes with some big news. Sadly, Southpaw will be leaving us soon to travel across Asia before heading to Australia for a year to explore a new chapter in a particular industry. We love the Paw and can’t thank him enough for everything he’s brought to the podcast. Don’t worry though, he’s not gone just yet — and we talk it all through on...

This week we welcome Tom Houghton — stand-up comedian, Netflix reality star, and yes, a former resident of the Tower of London. We dive into his journey into comedy, the story behind his social handle @honourabletom, and how social media has shaped his career. Tom also shares fascinating insights from his unique upbringing, including living in the Tower for six years and his father’s role in the K...

This week we sat down with Terry Freeman – The Almost Impossible Man. Terry’s story is nothing short of incredible. In this episode, we get just a glimpse into his unbelievable journey (and yes – Terry, like the chocolate orange). He’s recently released a book sharing his full story, and we can’t recommend it enough. You can grab a copy across shops in Middlesbrough, on Amazon, or better yet – go...

This week we’re excited to finally welcome the much-anticipated Marie Annalise to the show! It’s been a while since we last caught up — and a lot has changed. Marie has exploded online, racking up millions of views across Instagram and other platforms, thanks to her bold, unapologetic (and sometimes controversial) opinions. Dan finds himself agreeing with about 95% of her takes, while Southpaw pla...

This week, we’re joined once again by the one and only Chris! As always, he and Dan manage to go off on all sorts of funny tangents — from random stories to weird debates, it’s another classic episode filled with laughs, nonsense, and a bit of unexpected wisdom. Whether you're a long-time listener or new to the podcast, this one’s got something for everyone who enjoys a proper good catch-up. Thank...

This week we welcome back Andy Ormerod for another funny episode. As always, it’s a laugh as we explore where the line is—or isn’t—when it comes to comedy. We also catch up on Andy’s recent gigs and hear what exciting shows he has coming up. A great chat with plenty of laughs and insights into the stand-up world.

We welcome back Nicola Patterson from Nictriction! As always, Nicola has plenty to update us on. Since we last spoke, a lot has happened — her business has taken off, and she’s been helping more people than ever reach their health goals and build better relationships with food. As Nictriction continues to grow, so do the opportunities. One exciting development is her recent work with the local cou...

For our 100th episode, we’re honoured to welcome a truly special guest — Nicholas Ferryman. Nicky has a story that’s raw, powerful, and unlike anything we’ve shared before. From time spent inside to being known as one of the Bookies Brothers , his life has been filled with challenges — including battles with addiction and involvement in the criminal world. In this episode, Nicky shares his journey...

Paul Hope returns this week for a well-needed catch up! A long-time supporter of the podcast, Paul always comes armed with some brilliant stats on our journey so far. Since we last spoke, Paul’s been busy flying the flag for 49ers Faithful UK , spreading the NFL love across the UK and even featuring some huge American football stars on his own show. We dive into how it all came about and what the...

We’re back — and this time, for good! 🙌Thank you so much for your patience while we made the big move. The new studio is officially up and running, and we’ve already got a backlog of episodes lined up with some very exciting guests on the way! To kick things off, Dan and Jonny settle into the new space and have a proper catch up — expect laughs, rants, and the usual chaos. It feels good to be hom...

This week we’ve got big news to share! It’s the final episode in our beloved studio — the place that’s been our home for over 95 episodes. It's been a wild ride filled with laughs, rants, guests, and everything in between… but it's time for a change. We’re moving on to something new and exciting — a brand new studio that we’ve been working hard on behind the scenes, and it’s nearly ready! We chat...

Jonny and Dan are back for another laugh-filled episode! As always, the lads cover a wild mix of topics, but two highlights this week are their unexpected deep dive into messenger pigeons (are they heroes or just weird birds?) and the discovery of the strange yet traditional sport of quoit throwing . Yes, it’s a real thing — and yes, it gets weird. Plenty of giggles, random tangents, and classic b...

This week we welcome Jonny back for another wild one! The lads dive into a debate on whether smoking is cooler than vaping — with plenty of laughs and their usual funny twists. They also get into some surprisingly deep chat about celebrities who’ve battled heroin addiction and how, out of all the chaos, some incredible moments of magic and creativity have emerged. Tune in for another funny, unfilt...

This week we welcome Jonny back — and trust us, you don’t want to miss this one! Dan and Jonny dive into their usual oddball chats, full of laughs and randomness, but this episode comes with something huge… Jonny drops some life-changing news, and yes, it really is massive. Tune in to hear the big reveal, some classic banter, and a whole lot of good vibes. Thanks for listening, watching, and subsc...