The Above Average Podcast

George Charlton (@gbmc73) is a former heavy drug user who now teaches safe drug use and how to reverse an opioid overdose. His story of abuse, drug use, suicide attempts and eventual rise from the ashes is heartbreaking yet truly inspirational tale of one mans battle against his own demons. This episode contains sensitive material some may find upsetting. Viewer discretion is advised

Ian Lambert ( @ianlambert5 ) is a former world record triathlon holder, owner of 3 successful businesses, and has raised over 16 thousand pounds for Dragonfly Cancer Trust. Ian shares his story from secret boozer to triathlon terminator, along with his vital keys for ultimate resilience!

Laura Smith ( @laurasmithfemalecoach ) is a female health and empowerment coach, having helped 100’s of women get in shape, revamp their lifestyle and feel better within themselves. She joins the show to share all her secrets of the fitness industry, how to understand your own mind and reasons for your behaviour, how to develop better habits that serve you AND how to empower yourself as a woman.

Sally Anderson (@sallylovessharpies/@wish_i_was_on_the_beach) is a former burlesque and fire dancer turned artist and skydiver with a degree in Psychology and a HUGE repertoire of skills, Sally is truly a jack of all trades! She shares all her stories from setting beards on fire, cringey performances, terrifying skydives and a deep discussion on why we are who we are!

Caroline Hayes ( @gymgoddesscoach ) is a former stage bikini competitor, now mindset and fitness coach with a strong belief that to get ANYWHERE - you fix your mindset first. We covered absolutely everything in this episode from bodybuilding competitions, food habits, childhood trauma, ACL injuries, skiing catastrophes and just how FIT Jack Reacher really is

Harvey Holt (@harveyholt__) is a fitness and mindset coach, offering clients a new way to look at their body and goals, & helps them develop bulletproof self belief. He joins the show today to tell his incredible personal transformation story, explain 'white knuckle syndrome', why we need to be more strategic, how perfectionism is a waste of time & much more!

Ami Porter ( @mindset_neuro_mastery ) is a neuroscience master who, after her son lost 40% of his brain, committed her time to understanding the deep inner workings of the mind and how to keep it in great working condition.

Amy Dalby ( @a_blondie_bakery / @amy_blondies ) is a former waitress turned entrepreneur famous for her Blondie Bakery and her appearance on Gordon Ramsay's Future Food Stars. Sharing her hilarious insights into the world of hospitality, her time with Gordon Ramsay, and how she took her business from Facebook to a full blown bakery - Amy's stories is both hilarious and inspiring, and full of incre...

John Beamson ( @theceoadventurer ) is a former soldier, TEDx speaker, and entrepreneur known for his blunt and direct honesty as well as running events that bring us massively out of our comfort zones and into scary, challenging and often dangerous scenarios. Sharing his insight into the mind of a soldier, the weakening of society and the reasons we need the 'ugly work', this episode will surely l...

Zac Aynsley (@zacaynsley) is a former DJ turned pro bodybuilder, who's career has had him shaking hands with Arnold Schwarzenegger, breaking world records with Wim Hof, and taking the bodybuilding stage by storm as 'Mr Biceps'. This episode is packed with amazing stories, heartfelt moments, and straight up brutal facts you do NOT want to miss.

Lesley Mort (@lesley.mort.7) is a former solicitor turned business guru having ran a successful 7 figure business for over a decade. Building an incredible life for her family, completing gruelling physical fitness challenges and being a role model for her two kids, Lesley's story is sure to leave you inspired, motivated and a little bit jealous!

Chris Harrison (@chrisharrisonphotog) is a North East based portrait and street photographer who's career has had him shaking hands with Kylie Minogue, taking 'intimate' pictures, and showing off the weird and wonderful public with his street photography - Chris' career is one of amazing opportunities, topless models and surprising behind the scenes antics that are sure to make you grin!

Nick Able (@nickiable) is an entrepreneur and world class musician, having worked alongside the likes of Ravi Shankar and Andy James (Five Finger Death Punch), his career crosses the world, but sometimes the high life doesn't always stay that way...

Craig Tampin (@craigtampin) is a compulsive gambler who has struggled since he was 15 to get a handle on it. Joining me today to tell his story and finally open up about the very thing that ruined his life.

Tricia Scott (@iamtriciascott / @the_female_ceo) is a serial entrepreneur and founder of 'The Female CEO' magazine that empowers every woman to build a life she loves and a business she doesn't seek to escape from. Talking with me today about her rise in the business world, the way it changed her and her experiences with misogyny.

Sarah Law (@expandwithsarah) is a public speaker, life coach and breathwork facilitator. From living the high life in Dubai, to discovering deep soul connections, Sarah has an extensive knowledge of what some might call the 'woo woo world'. This episode is about to go DEEP!

Dr Jeremy French is an HPB surgeon within Newcastles Freeman Hospital and a star on Channel 4's 'Geordie Hospital'. Today he reveals the behind the scenes of surgery (the good and the bad) and gives us a dive into the often chaotic life of a Dr and how to balance life changing operations with family time.

Craig Brodie (@brodz88_runningman) is a rapidly growing influence in the running and cold therapy community. From running a marathon with a torn calf, taking huge risks and pushing his body to it's limits, Craig is truly a man with a bullet proof mind.

Harry Purdy (@harrypurdyofficial) is a mindset and health coach who specialises in transforming your mindset and empowering your life. Chatting to me today about all things emotional, physical and 'primate', this episode is full of valuable information and a good few laughs.

Paul Mort (@paulmortofficial) is an author, 2x mastercoach of the year, husband, father and successful entrepreneur who's path has led him from the edge of a cliff to interviewing and rubbing shoulders with stars such as Tyson Fury, Ant Middleton and Russell Kane. Paul's work is centred around helping people achieve their business, financial and personal development goals.

James Hatton (@james_lewis_hatton) is a fitness guru, professional dancer and former Mr England Competitor. James' story is one of relatability and inspiration, from being obese as a child to turning his body into a pure adonis and helping others do the same - his story isn't one to miss!

Steven Robinson (@stevenrobinson_drago) is a Sky Sports Pro Boxer who has risen from fat, class clown into a formidable 6'7, hard hitting boxer. Revealing his backstory and his battles with mental health, Steven is living proof that just because you were born with very little, doesn't mean you can't conquer life and become what they said you never would.

Tracy Holmes (@tracysladiesfitness) is a former nurse turned fitness guru who's story is one of ultimate service, devastating loss and seriously close calls. She's an entrepreneur in the fitness world as well as a fully present partner, mother and a strong pillar of support for her community.

Sarah Goldsborough (@geordie_ice_woman) is an entrepreneur and mother of 3 who has risen to local fame for documenting over 400 consecutive cold water sea swims. From running a successful business to suffering with anxiety and depression, Sarah's rollercoaster of a story is sure to pull on your heartstrings but also inspire you deeply to master your mindset.

Matt Reed (@matreed_comedian) has been a stand up comic for the past 24 years, supporting the likes of John Bishop and Jason Manford, and knows what it takes to be funny. Sharing some hilarious stories about life in the comedy circuit, watching live comedy go seriously wrong, and a horrendous catfishing ordeal - you don't want to miss this.