The Purpose Project

In this episode of The Purpose Project , I do something a little different. Instead of an interview, I teach one of the core lessons from a mentorship programme I used to run — a lesson designed to help people gain clarity, direction, and focus in both life and business. This episode is all about vision, mission, dreams, and goals — what they actually mean, how they differ, and why so many people...

After a few months away from the microphone, I’m back with a solo episode of The Purpose Project . Following the completion of the 100km ultra marathon for Diabetes UK, I made the decision to take a step back from recording. I knew I had a lot coming up with Urban Reform and didn’t want to rush interviews or release episodes that didn’t hold meaning or purpose. Instead, I wanted to take the time t...

In this episode of The Purpose Project , I’m joined by my friend Louis Ambert to share the story behind our upcoming 100km ultra challenge, taking place on July 19th, 2025, in South Wales (Gower). Together, we are raising funds for Diabetes UK, a cause close to my heart as someone living with type 1 diabetes. Our conversation covers why we are taking on this challenge, how Louis first got into end...

In this episode of The Purpose Project, I sit down with my good friend Rich Tyrrell, Managing Director of some of Manchester’s most impactful community-based businesses, including Manchester Young Professionals (MYP), Manchester Run Club, and The Social Collective. We walk through the full timeline of Rich and his business partner Andrew’s journey—starting with the creation of MYP over 13 years ag...

In this episode of The Purpose Project , I sit down with Ben , the manager of RF Coaching and a former client, to share the incredible journey of how RikFit evolved into what is now RF Coaching . Starting 12 years ago in my parents' garage with minimal equipment, I built a personal training business from the ground up, achieving fantastic results and gaining a reputation in the fitness commun...

🎙️ From Carpenter to Marine to Athlete: The Journey of Mike Logue In this episode, I sit down with Mike Logue, the powerhouse behind Athlete gym in Dubai. Mike’s story is anything but ordinary—he’s a former carpenter, turned marine, turned elite athlete, and now a successful gym owner and coach. I dive into Mike's incredible journey, uncovering the pivotal moments that shaped his path. From t...

In this episode of The Purpose Project , I sit down with my business partner, Dean Ashton, to talk all things Urban Reform . We dive into our backgrounds, how we met, and why we decided to join forces. We share the story of Urban Reform—why it started, what it stands for, and how our mission is all about empowering people to take ownership. Along the way, we open up about the challenges we’ve face...

In this very first episode, I’m giving you the lowdown on what The Purpose Project is all about! It’s just me, sharing the vision behind this podcast—why I started it, what you can expect, and why the ‘why’ is so important. I’ll also let you in on some quick stories about my own journey: where I’ve been, what I’m up to now, and what I’m planning on next. I’ll drop some hints about the amazing peop...