The Point of U

In today's episode I got to speak to former Rugby League professional Anthony Mullally who's career saw him playing at home and internationally.  Anthony not only represented Ireland at the World Cup but won the 2017 Super League Grand Final at Old Trafford playing for Leeds Rhinos,or those who do not about the sport this is the equivalent of Manchester United winning the Premier League...

A keyword that came up again and again in today's episode was "Equanimity" and it was brought to my attention by London based yoga coach Zaz Grumbar . Zaz has over 20 years experience teaching and practising yoga and I was fortunate enough to have her unpack what yoga is all about, from the different schools to the practitioners journey and the relationship between the teacher and t...

There are few languages that truly universal and one them is the language of dance, travelling, connecting and communicating all across the world. In this episode I spoke to the Artistic Director and Founder of The Portobello Dance School Mark Elie, where classical and contemporary dance is taught up and coming British talent. We discussed his journey of over 4 decades  in Classical Ballet, which...

The very nature of life is that it is a daily struggle and through overcoming that struggle we become that little bit stronger, in the words of Bruce Lee "Do not pray for an easy life, pray for the strength to endure a difficult one". In this episode I sat down with Olympic Weightlifter and Head Coach of West London Lifters Laura Denise Ramsay-Overall (aka Coach LD) who has over 20 years...

When it comes to happiness and quality of life people often think of the financial wealth, but the truth is that richness comes down to health. Whether that be a healthy body, mindset or relationships, if either are lacking you will quickly come to think your life poor regardless of your bank balance. In this episode I speak to Health, Wellness and Fitness expert Artur Zolkiewicz , who is a leadin...

I got a chance to sit down with music guru Nick Raphael who has had a career of over 25 years in the music industry and until recently was the CEO of Capitol Records. Nick has signed some of the biggest names in the business from Jay Z to Sam Smith to Liam Payne to Paloma Faith including working with Ed Sheeran and Victoria Beckham and the list goes on and on. In this time he has received multiple...

A little teaser from Episode 16 of The Point of U which drop on Sunday 5th June 2022 . Follow The Point of U at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepointofu/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepointofu?lang=en Website: https://www.thepointofu.com/

How many of us truly follow our passion in life to the career we always wanted or settle for what life has presented to us?  In today's episode I sat down with gentle giant B enjamin Glynn-Phillips , a man who always found a way to fulfil his passions through his work. From running nightclubs in Wales and managing a punk band, to open a successful Tattoo shop, to becoming the manager of the i...

In today's episode I speak to Lillie Allen aka The Duke of Blonde , Lillie is a motorcycle  enthusiast and brand ambassador whose biking journey can be followed on instagram. A few years ago I too considered owning a motorbike and was met with a lot trepidation and concern from friend and family who referred to the idea as 'death on wheels'. Suffice to say I bought the bike, took to...

Storybooks form and shape our childhood often leaving lasting impressions throughout our lives and occasionally a book appears that's impact is so great it transcends generations. Today I'm joined by Portobello local (situated in Notting Hill, London) and literary legend Michael de Souza , writer and creator of the iconic ' Rastamouse ' series. Rastamouse has gone on to become...

In today's episode I had the pleasure to talk to filmmaker Chris Skarratt, Chris is the founder of The Cleveland Agency film company and works in the heart of London's cultural heritage and theatre. He has made films for some of the biggest names out there from Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, BAFTA winner Ralph Fiennes and institutions such as the Natural History Museum to name but a few. An in...

Today I'm joined by fellow podcaster Stan ' The Man' Ikwu who formerly co-hosted over 100 episodes of 'The Voice of Mail' podcast. He has since gone on to launch his own show on Stereo 'Anime Squad' . This episode is particularly special to me as Stan was in fact the first guest I sat down and recorded a podcast with back in 2020, unfortunately as you all know th...

The theme of mental health is a very important one, and deserves to be taken seriously. With so many people dealing with the difficulties that come along as result from it. In this episode I talk to Mental Health champion Aadam Afghan and we go deep into recognising the signs, stigmas and treatment of mental health issues. There are plenty of things you might think aren't related to your life...

So I am really excited to present to you the final episode of my two-part part special with legendary martial arts master Mauricio Gomes , if you haven't listened to part one you can listen to it here . In part two Mauricio covered his son'S (GOAT Roger Gracie) transition to MMA, he also gives some really interesting and entertaining stories about his life teaching and around the world,...

Today's episode is part 1 of a two part interview with jiujitsu legend Mauricio Gomes , who is one the most highly ranked jiujitsu masters' in the world. We discussed his jiujitsu journey, the impact this martial art has had on people across the globe and the career of his son 'GOAT' Roger Gracie. It was such a pleasure to record with Mauricio and he provided so much Informatio...

The amount of people who have been asking me about CrossFit lately has really surprised me. In today's podcast I speak to Grant Reynolds , Coach at Tribe London and ask him all the questions you want answered including: "What is CrossFit?", What are its principles/philosophy on how we should approach working out both physically & mentally so as to achieve our goals whether they...

On today's episode I am joined by self-defence expert Nick Wood , Nick is not only Head Striking coach at Roger Gracie (RGA) HQ) Academy; but also has a wide client base that  ranges from actors to supermodels, in addition to running a personal security company. We talk the stark reality of violence that one can be faced with day to day  how the right training and mindset can help us be situa...

You literally are what you eat and today there's more choice than ever about what we put into our bodies and how we choose it. In today's episode I speak to Rayder Nogueira Machado health food specialist and founder of super food company Amavida,  I'm sure you've heard of the Brazilian super fruit açai renowned for it's antioxidants that can help boost your immune system a...

Have you been feeling stuck in your career and life? Do the hours just fly by, leaving a lot of unanswered questions about what is next for yourself or how to improve on things that see magnificently simple but might be better if they were done differently. Maybe it's time discuss coaching with someone who can give direct feedback from their expertise as well help guide you  through this jour...

In today's episode I sit down with my good friend, up and coming actor and star of BBC TV drama Silent Witness Jason Wong . We talk about his incredible film career working with the likes of Guy Ritchie (director), academy award winner Matthew McConaughey and Hong Kong legend Anthony Wong.  All this plus so many other topics from acting to racism during the pandemic, he shares with us some of...

In this incredible episode, I sat down with Jalal El Hazzat, a former investment banker who has navigated the corridors of some of the largest blue-chip companies in London and New York. Join us as we delve into Jalal's illustrious career, demystify the world of cryptocurrency, and shed light on the crucial importance of financial literacy. Jalal takes us on a journey through his experience i...

Welcome to the premiere episode of my brand-new podcast! In this captivating launch, I have the privilege of sitting down with Judy Harrison , a highly experienced psychotherapist and the esteemed Director of Azalea Therapy. With over 25 years of experience in both the public and private sectors, Judy brings a wealth of knowledge to our discussion. We delve into the fascinating world of therapies,...

Welcome to my podcast trailer hitting you with a taste of things to come! Do not miss the premiere launch of my show which will be landing on Wednesday 27th October and a bonus episode on 2 days later on Friday 29th October! Follow The Point of U at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepointofu/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepointofu?lang=en Website: https://www.thepointofu.com/