Performance People

Kristin Harila is a Norwegian mountaineer who in 2023 broke the True Summit World Record conquering the 14 highest mountains in the world in a staggering 92 days, smashing the previous record by three months. Joining Kristin is the Sherpa who climbed every step with her, Tenjen ‘Lama’ Sherpa. Together they discuss the decision they took to continue their ascent of K2 after encountering another cli...

Welcome to a new series from Performance People where Ben + Georgie breakdown the conversations they’ve had and work out how to integrate some of the insights into their lives, and yours. This week, inspired by takeaways from John Amaechi and Peter Carroll, they dissect what it means to be an ‘Everyday Jedi’ and weigh up winning in the long term versus right now. Connect with Performance People Hi...

John Amaechi is an organisational psychologist, best-selling author and founder of APS Intelligence, which helps businesses create high performance ethical workplace cultures. He was also the first Brit to play basketball in the NBA. One of the UK’s most influential intellectuals, John went from the school gym to the NBA in just nine years before shifting focus to psychology and business, while pa...

Welcome to a new series from Performance People where Ben + Georgie breakdown the conversations they’ve had and work out how to integrate some of the insights into their lives, and yours. This week they debate the five year plan versus a longer term business view, a debate kick-started by George Bamford, founder of Bamford Watch Department and his wife and My Baba founder Leo Bamford. Connect with...

George Bamford is the owner of Bamford Watch Department, Bamford London and one of the heirs to the JCB fortune. Encouraged to go it alone by his father, George had a backstage pass as parents, Anthony and Carole Bamford developed flourishing global businesses, while his watch customisation firm has been disrupting its own sector for 20 years. Alongside George is Leo Bamford, co-founder of, My Bab...

Welcome to a new series from Performance People where Ben + Georgie breakdown the conversations they’ve had and work out how to integrate some of the insights into their lives, and yours. This week we’ve got Ex-England Captain Chris Robshaw and his wife, Camilla Kerslake, England's best selling soprano. Connect with Performance People Hit subscribe today for the latest. 🎧 Spotify/Apple Music http...

Former Harlequins and England flanker Chris Robshaw has enjoyed the highs of a Six Nations grand slam and endured the lows of captaining England to their worst World Cup performance, winning 66 caps along the way, 43 as captain. Alongside Chris is classical singer, Camilla Kerslake. Nominated in 2010 for Classic Brit Awards Album of the Year, Camilla is England’s best selling soprano. Togethe...

Welcome to a new series from Performance People where Ben + Georgie breakdown the conversations they’ve had and work out how to integrate some of the insights into their lives, and yours. This week we’ve got Hollywood superstar Stanley Tucci and his friend and personal trainer, Monique Eastwood. For the avoidance of doubt, this conversation was recorded before the writers and actors strikes began...

First up for Season 3 of  Performance People  is a Hollywood movie star and his personal trainer. For the avoidance of doubt, this conversation was recorded before the writers and actors strikes began in America. Stanley Tucci is an actor, filmmaker, author and presenter. He has starred in blockbuster films such as  The Devil Wears Prada  and  The Hunger Gam...

What can you learn about performance in about 10 minutes from the best in sport, entertainment, business and politics? Performance Hacks gives you two great performance tips you can apply to everyday life from each of our Performance People podcast guests. In this episode, double Olympic gold medallist, Helen Glover shares a strategy to hack time itself and her wildlife TV presenter husband, Steve...

What can you learn about performance in about 10 minutes from the best in sport, entertainment, business and politics? Performance Hacks gives you two great performance tips you can apply to everyday life from each of our Performance People podcast guests. In this episode, Tony Blair’s former strategic advisor, Alastair Campbell, explains why it’s advantageous to ‘think in ink’ and journalist Fion...

What can you learn about performance in about 10 minutes from the best in sport, entertainment, business and politics? Performance Hacks gives you two great performance tips you can apply to everyday life from each of our Performance People podcast guests. In this Episode, Olympic champion Michael Johnson explains how understanding yourself and your reasons for doing stuff help you through life an...

What can you learn about performance in about 10 minutes from the best in sport, entertainment, business and politics? Performance Hacks gives you two great performance tips you can apply to everyday life from each of our Performance People podcast guests. In this episode, football all rounder, Chris Kamara, explains why getting your hands dirty is crucial in a new role and TV presenter, Ben Sheph...

What can you learn about performance in about 10 minutes from the best in sport, entertainment, business and politics? Performance Hacks gives you two great performance tips you can apply to everyday life from each of our Performance People podcast guests. In this episode, endurance swimmer, Lewis Pugh, has a tip for working on your courage and performance mind coach, David Becker, explains the be...

What can you learn about performance in about 10 minutes from the best in sport, entertainment, business and politics? Performance Hacks gives you two great performance tips you can apply to everyday life from each of our Performance People podcast guests. In this episode, Jeremy Clarkson explains why ambition is overrated and Kaleb Cooper reveals his secret to turning dreams into reality. Connect...

In this episode, former pro cyclist David Millar shares a nuanced approach to the mantra ‘never give up’ and his Belstaff CEO sister, Fran Millar, explains why finding joy in work is fundamental to success. Connect with Performance People Hit subscribe today for the latest. 🎧 Spotify/Apple Music http://www.performancepeoplepodcast.com/ https://www.instagram.com/performance.people/ _______________...

What can you learn about performance in about 10 minutes from the best in sport, entertainment, business and politics? Performance Hacks gives you two great performance tips you can apply to everyday life from each of our Performance People podcast guests. In this episode, boxing promoter, Eddie Hearn reveals why short term goals are critical to success and Matchroom President, Barry Hearn explain...

What can you learn about performance in about 10 minutes from the best in sport, entertainment, business and politics? Performance Hacks gives you two great performance tips you can apply to everyday life from each of our Performance People podcast guests. In this episode, Mercedes F1 chief, Toto Wolff explains why you need to identify your superpower and Susie Wolff has a tip for avoiding unneces...

What can you learn about performance in about 10 minutes from the best in sport, entertainment, business and politics? Performance Hacks gives you two great performance tips you can apply to everyday life from each of our Performance People podcast guests. In this episode, Ryder Cup star Tommy Fleetwood explains why the fundamentals should never be overlooked and his manager and wife, Clare Fleetw...

What can you learn about performance in about 10 minutes from the best in sport, entertainment, business and politics? Performance Hacks gives you two great performance tips you can apply to everyday life from each of our Performance People podcast guests. In this episode, a Paralympic power couple reveal how to break any goal down into manageable chunks and explain why it’s crucial to keep it fun...

What can you learn about performance in about 10 minutes from the best in sport, entertainment, business and politics? Performance Hacks gives you two great performance tips you can apply to everyday life from each of our Performance People podcast guests. In this episode, inventor and business titan James Dyson explains why curiosity is a key performance ingredient and son and heir to the Dyson b...

What can you learn about performance in about 10 minutes from the best in sport, entertainment, business and politics? Performance Hacks gives you two great performance tips you can apply to everyday life from each of our Performance People podcast guests. In this episode, world champion triathlete turned film producer, Lesley Paterson, explains why creating an alter ego can boost performance and...

What can you learn about performance in about 10 minutes from the best in sport, entertainment, business and politics? Performance Hacks gives you two great performance tips you can apply to everyday life from each of our Performance People podcast guests. In this episode, former Wales and Lions captain, Sam Warburton explains how overnight success is always 15 years in the making and strength and...

What can you learn about performance in about 10 minutes from the best in sport, entertainment, business and politics? Performance Hacks gives you two great performance tips you can apply to everyday life from each of our Performance People podcast guests. In this episode, mountaineer Kenton Cool focuses on a clear vision of daily progress and performance coach, Jazz Cool explains why striving for...

What can you learn about performance in about 10 minutes from the best in sport, entertainment, business and politics? Performance Hacks gives you two great performance tips you can apply to everyday life from each of our Performance People podcast guests. In this episode, Sir Mo Farah,  Britain’s greatest male long distance athlete, explains why you should do it for yourself and his wife, Ta...