Podventures

In the following episodes, MOE Podventures will broadcast the MOEvement Conference 2024 talks. If you'd prefer to see the video version of these talks, please visit our YouTube channel. Kindness creates kindness John Sweeney is a good kind of M.A.D. - make a difference, that is! Inspired by his mentor Darren, who was the first person to believe in him, he slowly started to believe in himself. He w...

In the following episodes, MOE Podventures will broadcast the MOEvement Conference 2024 talks. If you'd prefer to see the video version of these talks, please visit our YouTube channel. Who is the author of your story? We have all grown up with stories from nursery rhymes, fairy tales, and jokes to getting invested in the narratives of books, plays, and films to the telling of anecdotes. What we d...

In the following episodes, MOE Podventures will broadcast the MOEvement Conference 2024 talks. If you'd prefer to see the video version of these talks, please visit our YouTube channel. Lessons from unlikely places Matteo shares an asynchronous chronicle of the moments and people who have defined his journey and the life lessons he has learned from them. Through storytelling, this talk weaves toge...

In the following episodes, MOE Podventures will broadcast the MOEvement Conference 2024 talks. If you'd prefer to see the video version of these talks, please visit our YouTube channel. Overcoming anxiety and living the life I want For a variety of reasons, Felicity was unable and scared to ask herself what she truly wanted from her life. At the age of 23, she had a burnout and breakdown. Only the...

In the following episodes, MOE Podventures will broadcast the MOEvement Conference 2024 talks. If you'd prefer to see the video version of these talks, please visit our YouTube channel. The false promise of being a 'goody goody' In this talk, Flo investigates a pervasive phenomenon she’s coined ‘the curse of the overachieving school girl’. Drawing from personal experience and client examples, she...

In the following episodes, MOE Podventures will broadcast the MOEvement Conference 2024 talks. If you'd prefer to see the video version of these talks, please visit our YouTube channel. Everyone has mental health In this engaging talk Sean Tillman explores the vital role mental wellness plays in all of our lives. You’ll discover resources to support yourself and others, and learn about practical s...

In the following episodes, MOE Podventures will broadcast the MOEvement Conference 2024 talks. If you'd prefer to see the video version of these talks, please visit our YouTube channel. Embodiment and social change Embodiment: the practice of being tuned into our bodies in this way to inform how we move through the world – is one that is being seen and alluded to more and more in wider society. Bu...

In the following episodes, MOE Podventures will broadcast the MOEvement Conference 2024 talks. If you'd prefer to see the video version of these talks, please visit our YouTube channel. The broken transition from boys to men The transition from boy to man is broken. Joseph tells his story in the context of a growing crisis with boys and men, especially with mental health. Men make up 70% of suicid...

In the following episodes, MOE Podventures will broadcast the MOEvement Conference 2024 talks. If you'd prefer to see the video version of these talks, please visit our YouTube channel. Coming out of your shell What does it take to live your life less ordinary? This talk will explore how we are all wired to have unique ideas, passions and purposes yet, the journey to make these happen can be a dea...

In this episode, Alex joins Zohab Zee Khan who shares his journey into the world of coaching and poetry. Describing himself as an adventurer and explorer, Zohab finds joy in discovering new experiences. He walks us through his journey into the world of coaching and how he manages to call himself a full time Poet. Zohab loves connecting with people and is dedicated to understanding how his own stor...

In this episode Alex talks to Sean Tillman, the Lead Trainer of MOE's upcoming Mental Health First Aid Training. Sean also works as a Coach and is passionate about mental health. Short but packed full of interesting nuggets of wisdom, this episode is sure to have you reflecting on how you show up for others. They discuss the importance of looking after other peoples mental health alongside how imp...

In this episode we welcome Katrina Weller, a long-time friend of host Maisie and a beacon of hope for many navigating the tumultuous seas of grief. Katrina's journey is one that is likely to strike a few chords; dealing with the profound loss of a loved one and finding a path to healing and empowerment. From her early days of rebellion following the loss of her mother, to her transformative realis...

This episode, hosted by Alex Smith features the incredible Natalie Tucker! We are thrilled to have Natalie as a guest, bringing her wealth of experience as a consultant, coach, and community builder for impact-driven leaders striving to maximise their social impact. Natalie talks about her motivations for travel and her 'blue-sky chasing', digital nomad lifestyle . She shares insights on structuri...

In this episode, Maisie welcomes Qayyah, a multifaceted graduate of the MOE Foundation Coaching Course. A self-described "very human human being," Qayyah shares some of her profound insights on self-description, humanising oneself and the incredible significance of embracing all aspects of our humanity. From her diverse background in cognition, teaching, journalism, to her transformational journey...

Episode 10: Catriona Horey In this episode Alex welcomes Catriona (Cat) Horey, a Leadership and Life Coach with a fabulous portfolio career who did her MOE training in Guernsey. She shares insights into her personal interests and values, describing herself as a curious and kind individual who finds joy in nature, diversity, and travel. Catriona also discusses the evolution of her practice as a coa...

In this episode, Alex Smith interviews Imani Clough-Brown, a phenomenal coach who works with young people to equip them with the tools they need to succeed. Imani is a powerhouse of an individual who inspires, encourages, and explores deeply in a humble way. They discuss the importance of effective communication, personal development, and believing in others as well as oneself. Tune in to hear Ima...

In this episode Darren talks to Robin Chu, CEO and Founder of CoachBright , a social mobility charity on a mission to support young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to become confident, independent and resilient so they can lead the lives they want.  Robin tells us the story of his humble origins, living in a small coastal town in the south of England, soaking up his parents’ work ethic...

In this episode, Darren welcomes Natalia, a talented artist and lifestyle entrepreneur. Founder of Natalka Design , a global communications agency helping clients with visual strategy and event visualisation, Doodeledo and seasoned TEDx speaker, Natalia is a creative force to be reckoned with. The main discussion points include the significance of ongoing communication and receptiveness to others'...

Welcome back to MOE Podventures! In episode 6, Darren Robson talks to MOE Trustee Steffen Stäuber - Founder and CEO of Create Meaning , who has dedicated his life to all forms of creativity. Steffen begins the episode by talking about his childhood and how he spent it in the highly entrepreneurial town of Stuttgart Germany, the home to famous manufacturers such as Porsche and Bosch. We learn how h...

In episode 5 of Podventures, Darren Robson talks to Jeffrey Wotherspoon – a highly-valued member of the community who has been instrumental since the inception of MOE Foundation. Jeffrey starts by sharing his story in looking back to his early years and the combined London-Ghanaian upbringing. At age 5, Jeffrey returns from Ghana to East London (his birthplace) with the resounding memory of seeing...

In another unorchestrated and enlightening episode of MOE Podventures we talk to MOE Magician, Master Trainer and Growth & Positive Impact Director - Tony Phillips. Speaking with the utmost eloquence and clarity, Tony in episode 4 initially shares with us his background of being born into a forces family in the North of England, then moving to an overseas military base at an early age before s...

In Episode 3 of MOE Podventures meet Chloë Garland, MOE coach graduate and founder of Quarter-Life. Chloë introduces her story self-describing an incredibly blessed upbringing and a personal natural tendency to follow ‘the rules’. We learn it was during her early high school years an unexpected adventure occurred. 6-months of international travel, as a family, offered Chloë the opportunity to take...

In this episode, Darren talks with Mark Winn who shares his journey: Marc Winn is a Dad, Husband and Entrepreneur who found his calling in supporting people turn ‘struggle into ease’. One of many accomplishments, Marc, is known for creating the world-wide meme of Ikigai. This powerful and joyous episode of Podventures hosted by Darren Robson, begins with the sharing of Marc’s childhood - of being...

In this episode, former MOE trustee Simon shares his journey: How privileged he feels to have grown up in a humble and deeply loving family. How he tried University but found that it wasn’t the right path for him and so after less than 1 year he left University to explore his own path. This led him to a year in London sofa surfing and finding his way, whilst at the same time his family wished he w...