Sphere of Being

In this episode, today’s guest is Andrew Bloch, one of the world’s most influential PR leaders and the founder of Andrew Bloch & Associates. With a career spanning decades, Andrew has advised high-growth marketing agencies, global brands, and served as a long-term communications advisor to Lord Sugar. His work sits at the intersection of reputation, brand strategy, and meaningful impact. This...

Welcome to Sphere of Success. In this episode, our guest is Gill Cooke, an award-winning changemaker who helps organisations thrive by creating workplaces where people and customers truly matter. Through training and coaching, Gill transforms companies into high-performing, inclusive communities. What You’ll Learn: How Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) directly impact profit an...

Welcome to Sphere of Success. In this episode, our guest is Gill Cooke, an award-winning changemaker who helps organisations thrive by creating workplaces where people and customers truly matter. Through training and coaching, Gill transforms companies into high-performing, inclusive communities. What You’ll Learn: How Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) directly impact profit an...

In this episode, today’s guest is Paul D’Ambra, CEO and Co-Founder of Consectus Limited. Paul is on a mission to make digital innovation fast, cost-effective, and customer-centric. With decades of experience in technology and an early adopter of AI, Paul brings a unique perspective: not just talking about AI, but using it every day to grow his business. Together, we dive into how small businesses,...

In this episode, today’s guest is Paul D’Ambra, CEO and Co-Founder of Consectus Limited. Paul is on a mission to make digital innovation fast, cost-effective, and customer-centric. With decades of experience in technology and an early adopter of AI, Paul brings a unique perspective: not just talking about AI, but using it every day to grow his business. Together, we dive into how small businesses,...

In this episode, today’s guest is Professor Alastair Driver, BSc (Hons) FCIEEM – one of the UK’s most respected conservationists and a pioneer in rewilding. Prof. Driver is cited in Who’s Who for his influence in environmental conservation and has enjoyed a distinguished career spanning nearly 50 years. He has served as: National Head of Conservation for the Environment Agency (15 years) Director...

In this episode, today’s guest is Professor Alastair Driver, BSc (Hons) FCIEEM – one of the UK’s most respected conservationists and a pioneer in rewilding. Prof. Driver is cited in Who’s Who for his influence in environmental conservation and has enjoyed a distinguished career spanning nearly 50 years. He has served as: National Head of Conservation for the Environment Agency (15 years) Director...

Welcome to Sphere of Success. Today’s guest is Oyetola Oyewumi, CEO of COBS Group Media – a company dedicated to creating high-performance websites and AI solutions for high-performance businesses. They specialise in helping high-income CEOs attract more top-tier clients through innovative AI and lead generation strategies. In this episode of Sphere of Success Podcast, we dive into: Why entreprene...

Welcome to Sphere of Success. Today’s guest is Oyetola Oyewumi, CEO of COBS Group Media – a company dedicated to creating high-performance websites and AI solutions for high-performance businesses. They specialise in helping high-income CEOs attract more top-tier clients through innovative AI and lead generation strategies. In this episode of Sphere of Success Podcast, we dive into: Why entreprene...

In this episode, today’s guest is Simon Popple, founder of The Gold Program, which is designed to deliver returns better than the gold price itself (averaging 10.6% annually over the last 25 years). Simon runs two actively managed portfolios that are generating strong returns, and he shares valuable insights on how gold can protect wealth, outpace inflation, and fit into a smart investment strateg...

In this episode, today’s guest is Simon Popple, founder of The Gold Program, which is designed to deliver returns better than the gold price itself (averaging 10.6% annually over the last 25 years). Simon runs two actively managed portfolios that are generating strong returns, and he shares valuable insights on how gold can protect wealth, outpace inflation, and fit into a smart investment strateg...

Welcome to Sphere of Success. In this episode, Debra Blackman chats with Priyanka Matta, a visionary entrepreneur and creator working at the intersection of music, wellness, AI, and ESG innovation. Priyanka pioneers fresh approaches to technology, sustainability, and human transformation, and has just launched her debut single, blending creativity with purpose. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ...

Welcome to Sphere of Success. In this episode, Debra Blackman chats with Priyanka Matta, a visionary entrepreneur and creator working at the intersection of music, wellness, AI, and ESG innovation. Priyanka pioneers fresh approaches to technology, sustainability, and human transformation, and has just launched her debut single, blending creativity with purpose. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ...

In this episode of Sphere of Success, I chat with Oliver Murray, Sales Director at Future Stores. Oliver has spent over 22 years in Media & Advertising, with deep expertise in OOH and Brand Experiences. At Future Stores, he helps brands unlock the power of immersive storytelling, real-world engagement, and measurable retail impact - a vision recently recognised with a Gold Reggie Award for the...

In this episode of Sphere of Success, I chat with Oliver Murray, Sales Director at Future Stores. Oliver has spent over 22 years in Media & Advertising, with deep expertise in OOH and Brand Experiences. At Future Stores, he helps brands unlock the power of immersive storytelling, real-world engagement, and measurable retail impact - a vision recently recognised with a Gold Reggie Award for the...

In this episode, today’s guest is Jeremy Grandstaff, a senior executive with 25+ years of experience leading learning and development, organisational strategy, stakeholder engagement, and collaborative culture-building initiatives. Jeremy currently serves as the Director of Learning Initiatives for Penny Forward and co-facilitates programs with the Institute for Culture, Change, and Leadership, in...

In this episode, today’s guest is Jeremy Grandstaff, a senior executive with 25+ years of experience leading learning and development, organisational strategy, stakeholder engagement, and collaborative culture-building initiatives. Jeremy currently serves as the Director of Learning Initiatives for Penny Forward and co-facilitates programs with the Institute for Culture, Change, and Leadership, in...

Welcome to Sphere of Success. In this episode, Debra Blackman chats with Matthew Monaghan, an inspiring pilot, finance professional, author, and public speaker who proves that true strength is forged in adversity. Born with a rare muscular condition that doctors believed would severely limit his life, Matthew defied every prediction. He learned to walk again, earned his pilot’s license, built a ca...

Welcome to Sphere of Success. In this episode, Debra Blackman chats with Matthew Monaghan, an inspiring pilot, finance professional, author, and public speaker who proves that true strength is forged in adversity. Born with a rare muscular condition that doctors believed would severely limit his life, Matthew defied every prediction. He learned to walk again, earned his pilot’s license, built a ca...

In today’s fast-paced business world, is it really possible to lead with kindness and still thrive? In this episode, I’m joined by Lisa Shepherd, Co-Founder and Director of The Biskery, a values-driven business that has grown from a kitchen table idea into a brand recognised for its heart, purpose, and community focus. Lisa shares her journey of building a brand that goes beyond biscuits, one root...

Welcome to Sphere of Success. Today’s guest is Angela Fumpson. She is an Executive Mentor, Intuitive, Process Specialist and proud “Quality Geek.” With 30+ years of experience in manufacturing and engineering, she now helps heart-centered entrepreneurs, innovators, and business leaders unlock a deeper path to growth. Her unique method blends sharp analytical process design with intuition, energy w...

In this episode of Sphere of Success, host Debra Blackman unpacks The Courage to Be Real at Work with the brilliant Dr. Heather Browne, a licensed marriage and family therapist, TEDx speaker, and best-selling author of Speaking with the Heart. With her powerful insights, lived experience of growing up with a paranoid schizophrenic mother, and decades of clinical expertise, Dr. Heather helps us see...

#publicspeaking #successmindset #businessgrowth #youngspeaker #motivation #confidencebuilding #inspiration Public Speaking and Confidence: How a Young Speaker Found His Voice | Sphere of SuccessCan you really start a speaking career as a teenager and hold the attention of big audiences? On this channel we explore the stories, lessons and strategies that shape entrepreneurs, leaders and speakers, s...

#SphereOfSuccess #Viessentially #businessgrowth #successmindset #entrepreneurship #literacy #educationmatters #reading Business and Leadership: How Entrepreneurs Create Success | Sphere of Success What does it really take to grow a business, lead with confidence and become the go to in your market? On this channel we explore the stories, lessons and strategies that shape entrepreneurs and leaders,...

What if success is actually making you miserable? In this powerful episode, mental health and personal growth expert Sakirat Okewole shares her emotional journey from burnout and hospitalisation to discovering her true purpose. She opens up about the conditioning that pushed her to overwork, the crushing moment it all came crashing down, and the inner transformation that followed. This conversatio...