The Above Average Podcast

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.

Carla Jackson (@carlajackfruit) is a Neurodiversity advocate and speaker here to talk about ADHD, it's misconceptions and what it's like to live with it, as well as various neurodiverse disorders as well as how to aid those with the disorders.

Sam Gibson (@samgibsonlimitless) is a former personal trainer turned 'emotional eating' coach who helps people understand their emotional voids. He sat down with me to discuss his work, the red pill community, and the infamous Andrew Tate. 

Emma Foley (foley_adventures) is a the founder of 'The Feel Good Tribe' as well as 'Fitness With Foley' and shares the dangers of always being 'the happy one' and the challenges she's faced with her personal demons, especially during her long distance relationship.

Yvonne Quinn is a budgeting expert here to talk about the best ways to save your money, manage it correctly and efficiently, and shares some tips on the most effective ways to tackle the cost of living crisis.

Rie Pearson is a former police officer turned author and speaker working with victims of domestic and sexual abuse. Today Adam sit's down to discuss her work, reveal some shocking truths and debate just what it means to be a man in todays world.