The Catflap Chats Podcast

This could be the most honest and best Ep we have done. What a superhuman bloke Josh is, both physically and in mindset.  Given 10% chance of surviving his first night when born, he has gone on to achieve some incredible feats, all whilst having Cystic Fibrosis. He opens up about the darkest days, what pushes him, and how he trains to stay alive.  This is a mindblowing episode. Thanks to our partn...

What a guy. A real journey of discovery through rugby. Growing up on potentially the wrong side of society in Auckland, to bringing up 4 awesome girls with his wife in Cardiff. I respect the honesty, and the sacrifice Willis has gone through to make a better life for himself and his family. A champion with The Hurricanes, Cardiff Rugby and Wales, there's still more to come!  Thanks to our partners...

Amazing insight in to Professional Football across the Premier League, Championship, & League One.  Honest, open, & hugely passionate. We spoke about coming through the ranks, earning respect with Paul Ince, the state of todays game, BLM & taking the knee, experiencing Racism on Social Media, & more.  Thanks to Ron Skinners & Sons, LT Scaffold Services, Links Recruitment, JGB Group Electrical & Ti...

What a great guy, who genuinely seems content in life. From Hearsay, Popstars, and the early Noughties fame in the Press, to Theatre, Acting and Music, Noel has had many ups and downs, but continues to learn, grow, and do what makes him happy!  Thanks to my amazing partners; Ron Skinner & Sons, LT Scaffold Services, Links Recruitment Group, JBG Group Electrical, and Tiny Rebel Brewery www.catflapc...

Jess is open, honest, thought provoking - A proven winner - 7 Countries, 11 teams, multiple Champions Leagues, Leagues and Cups. The most capped Welsh Footballer ever, with 30+ goals internationally.  We chat Women's sport, being a high profile gay athlete and role model, social media, Women's football and the disparities with the men's game, winning, challenging the norm, taking herself out of he...

What a guy. I absolutely love the fact that the Parkes family give their absolute all for every team, culture & family they have been part of, but also take every opportunity to enjoy what Rugby & its surroundings have to offer, away from the white lines.  Here's a guy that played with broken bones and injuries for the red of Wales and Scarlets, learned the anthem, bought in to the culture & gave...

Brilliant chat with Dodge. People see the success of the Bournemouth 7s, but it's his back story that intrigued me. That entrepreneurial spirit from such an early age - Wheeling and dealing to make money and get on in life No bullshit, no Jargon. Just a decent bloke working his nuts off to create the best experiences he can. Check out his podcast and website www.eventfulentrepreneur.com, and he's...

21 and given the keys to Cardiff for MTV's Valleys, I loved hearing how Carley dealt with that, dealing with personal grief at the same time, and learning more about the person behind the character.  We talk Reality TV, Mental Health, grief, strength of character, Social Media, dealing with fame, being a mum, and influencing and working a 9-5.  Top girl, and brilliant resilience. Thanks always JBG...

Jazz won two Olympic Silver medals at Rio 2016, amongst a heap of other medals too, at the Commonwealths, Worlds and European Champs.  It was so interesting to hear her journey, and understand the commitment is takes to win those medals, but also the sacrifice you have to go through as well. The emotional rollercoaster and stress is a different level at times Since retiring, Jazz has started 'Swim...

An open, honest, and candid chat with Dragons Rugby Chairman, David Buttress. What a career so far - Coca Cola. Starting up Just East, and then moving on to running the Dragons.  David talks about the highs and lows, the grit, hard work, and unseen efforts it takes to get where he has. But you can also see it in spades - The energy, the passion, and doing what's best, every time.  Thanks always JB...

I can only say 'WHAT A MINDSET'! They told her she couldn't, so she did.  What makes someone tick, that has run a 150 mile Amazon Jungle Ultra Marathon? Or a 350 mile Arctic Circle Ultra Marathon?  Listening to Lowri was inspiring. She has done so much in her career across a heap of different sporting and media disciplines, and it's all fuelled by understanding her WHY! If you're in Business, Spor...

What an honour. A genuine legend of the game and the All Blacks. Siti and I talk about being Fijian, moving to NZ, his electric pro career, the All Blacks, the Pacific Islanders, The Lions 05, RWC's 07 and 11, his move to Clermont and then Castre, and now his career on the coaching side of things. (Lee Byrne gets a few mentions too!)  Humble, an astute thinker, and one of those guys who sees the p...

Bad Language! A funny chat. Louder than life and doesn't seem to care too much for random peoples opinions. But under that tattooed exterior, there's a heart and a soft side too!  Love Island, dealing with the fall out and the loss of a loved one. Owning a nightclub in Zante. Social Media. Doing what scares you, using that as a focus to achieve your goals. Starting Only Fans, and everything that g...

I LOVED this episode, partly because Lydia answered all those questions I had thought were stupid, so never asked! Great to learn more about professional golf, and what its like in the real world of being a pro, when you aren't Tiger Woods or Dustin Johnson...This is the side of golf we don't see. Interesting convos about Mens and Womens prizes funds, sponsorships and coverage, and some tips on be...

Recorded this just before Christmas, and it was not what I was expecting. Ryan opens up about wearing many masks, from the Macho Rugby one, to one now driven by a want to be the best role model possible, to those he cares about.  This got deep, but in a relatable way, so much of what Ryan said resonated with my own life, and the many suits of armour I wear too. He's so much more than the Grand Sla...

Recorded just before Christmas, it's not every day you have a catch up with one of the hottest prospects in the UFC! I love Tank's work ethic, his confidence, his outlook on the negative things in life, and his desire to fight the best to be the best.  He's been thrown in at the deep end, but seems to have some great people around him, and we can't wait to see what Tank brings to 2021, and hopeful...

Lovely to catch up with Elma, fresh off the RWC2023 World Cup Draw and the World Series 10's in Bermuda.  Growing up as a white, Afrikaans female, in a predominantly male dominated industry was interesting to listen to, and it goes to show that if you're a brilliant broadcaster and content creator, then you can achieve so much in the industry.  We touch on SA Rugby, the Lions, Social Media, Trolls...

Loved this chat, recorded over 2 sessions. Only known Ollie a short while, but his mindset and outlook is infectious. He's taken a lot of what he knew into a successful business career, but also had the character to know that a lot of what he thought made him a good captain/player, didn't always work in the real world either.  His career both on and off the pitch has been brilliant, and his charit...

When you think boxing, you may think of AJ, Matchroom, Eddie Hearn etc.  What you don;t think of is the other side of boxing - Ticket Sales at Hall Shows. Boxers giving their all to earn a pittance as they build a rep. Trolls who will happily call boxers shit or quitters, having never boxed or stepped in to a ring.  Such a refreshing chat with Gary about the state of boxing away from the bright li...

This was like therapy for me, the most honest I've ever spoken to someone on the pod.  We chat healthy food, lifestyles, mindsets, tough upbringings, quitting porn, simple life hacks, gut health, body health, mind health, relationships, social media, lifestyle transformations, getting out in to nature, being addicted to our phones, the importance of water and plenty more.    Huge thanks to David W...

Great chat with JT - He's a funny bloke and easy to see why he's a popular squad member whether that's at the Blues, the Scarlets before, or with Wales.  Absolutely loves the gritty side of the game, and has a brilliant attitude to training, life, and coaching. He also loves the social side of the game - playing because he loves it, and playing harder after working hard... Thanks as always to Who...

13 years since I last caught up with Suzy! Was amazing to see her and catch up on what has been a fantastic career (With more to hopefully come), and to hear about that transition from Court to Classroom.  There's a load of takeaways from this in terms of life, business and the mindset of elite level operators!  Thats always to the teams at Who Knows Wins, LT Scaffold Services, David W Harris & Co...

London, Japan, Cardiff. Good to catch up with these two Rugby Nomads, seeing what they're up to at the moment, and why FourFiveCBD is growing at a rate on knots!  We kept the rugby chat to a minimum, but it became apparent there's so many transferrable skills and characteristics between (Elite level) sport and business. The transition has been interesting, and I came away understanding more about...

Fresh off Exeter Chiefs European and Domestic titles, it was good to have a beer with club captain, Jack Yeandle. He gives an insight into the club, Rob Baxter, the players, and their culture which has enabled so much success over recent years.  We chat about The highs, the lows, the relationship with Sarries and managing the range of emotions in such pressured environments.  Huge thanks to Who Kn...

What a great chat with Jess. She's an open book, and far more clever than most blokes would give her credit for I imagine. I learned a lot about subjects I didn't know much about, and it opened my eyes to a different way of thinking.  Glamour Modelling and what really goes on. Feminism. Social Media. Trolls. Presenting. Mental Health. Stigma and Stereotyping. Body Positivity. Men's emotional intel...