The Big Lad Podcast

In this episode I talk about the pressures of getting old and what a lot of people my age seem to be going through. I believe this is my most relatable episode to date.

In this episode I discuss the impacts of alcohol on the UK and the movement away from drinking.

In this episode I discuss what it causing issues for men's mental health and how they can potentially go about improving it

In this episode I discuss the pressures on men to be successful in the modern world and what's causing it and potentially not helping. I put a poll up on instagram asking men if they did feel any pressure to be successful in which 92% said yes, I then asked further questions on the back of this to understand why.

In this episode I discuss my issues with Southgate's England squad and set up and also my favourite parts of Euro 2024.

In this episode I discuss what to expect next from the podcast, future plans, more solo episodes and branching out from fitness, stay tuned, big things coming...

In this episode I'm joined by Chris, the co-founder of ON Beer, a revolutionary alcohol free beer that tastes just like the real thing but also provides the same buzz that other zero alcohol beers don't using a powerful blend of botanicals

In this episode I'm joined by Thomas Woods, we spoke about how an injury at 12 stopped Thomas' football career playing for Liverpool. However, during the lockdowns he put his time to good use to become a personal trainer at 16, now 4 years on he lives in Madrid and is back playing football

The podcast is back! You weren't getting rid of me that easily...in this episode I talk through what I've been up to over the last 6 months, moving out, exams, British Rowing Indoor Championships, Hyrox and starting a clothing brand. I also talk about my inability to find happiness in where I'm at and also how this potentially links into ADHD.

I'm joined by Matthew, we speak about his journey into boxing and how he got to boxing competitively as well as becoming a coach. We also talk about the benefits of boxing, what you can expect if you were to start boxing and also Matthew's thoughts on the current heavyweight division as well as some of his favourite boxers of all time.

I'm joined by Alex, we talk about his journey from starting Crossfit to now competing. We discuss the benefits of Crossfit, break down any stigmas that people may have and have a good old catch up!

I'm joined by Naomi, we talk about how she overcame her eating disorder and how this now allows her to help her clients in her online coaching learn to love their body.

I'm joined by Poppy for the second time on the podcast! We discussed her back problems and her approach to training with the plan to step on stage in the future for her first bodybuilding competition.

I'm joined by Andrew, we speak about how he went from a heavy metal rockstar as lead singer of Beyond the Shore to at 27 starting in the gym, falling in love with it and now at 35 looking for his first bodybuilding show. He is doing this all around his busy lifestyle as an entrepreneur and busy family life!

In this episode it's just me, myself and I. I give an update on what's being going on in my life, potentially moving abroad, a new business and I also answer some questions that my instagram followers asked on a Q&A.

We spoke about Nicky’s unusual switch from personal training to the corporate world of finance, her new found passion for crossfit and also her experience on ninja warrior

I'm joined by Leila, we speak about how she went from being an NHS Diagnostic Radiographer to becoming a full time content creator working with some of the biggest fitness brands in the world such as Gymshark and MyProtein. Leila talks us through her weight gain journey, overcoming her eating disorder to become a fitter and healthier version of herself, we also touch on why she's no longer working...

I'm joined by Sean, we talk about how he's working hard to expand his knowledge and qualification to allow him to work alongside the NHS with GP referral clients with special medical conditions. We also talk about his passion for photography and videography and how he works that around his in person personal training business.

I'm joined by Andy, we talk about his journey into physiotherapy, transition into Bolton FC, then Liverpool FC and his move to private practice

I'm joined by Sigi, we talk about what it's like working whilst being an international professional athlete

I'm joined by Beth, we talk about creating balance with food around your lifestyle.

In this episode we speak about how Fred has helped Impossibrew, an alcohol free beer company, grow on social media.

I'm joined by Holly, we break down common fad diets and myths that surround and confuse people in the fitness industry.

In this episode I speak to Colin about how he got into fitness, how he got his podcast to the top 1% in the world and elective sobriety

In this episode I speak to Tasha about the pros and cons of the fitness industry and what it's like starting out as a PT at such a young age.