The Turning Point | Fitness, Mindset & Health Conversations

Lorenzo Gesaldi is an ultra endurance athlete whose story goes far beyond running. Having progressed from Ironman and trail running into some of the world’s most demanding ultra distance events, Lorenzo has built a life around testing the limits of body, mind and identity. Most recently, he completed a brutal 225km race across Réunion Island, with 14,000 metres of elevation, finishing an extraordi...

He had the money, the success, the status and the confidence. Then a near-death experience in Ibiza forced Gary Goldsmith to confront a question that changes everything: how do you want to spend the time you have left? This episode explores far more than business success. It is a story about confidence, identity, resilience, and what happens when life suddenly reminds you that time is not guarante...

What does it take to become the kind of person who can complete an Ironman? In this conversation, I sit down with Lisa Hounslea — working mum, triathlete, and newly minted Ironman finisher — to explore the identity, discipline and mindset behind a goal that most people would dismiss as impossible. We talk about the moment Lisa decided, just after completing her first 70.3, that she was going all i...

Justin Andreas is someone who has repeatedly tested the limits of both mind and body. An endurance athlete who has completed 100-mile ultramarathons and taken on brutal endurance events in sub-zero temperatures, Justin knows what it means to keep moving forward when everything inside you is telling you to stop. In our conversation, we explore what endurance really teaches you about yourself — the...

Andy Bush is a voice millions of people know instantly, but what interested me most in this conversation wasn’t just the broadcaster people hear on air — it was the man behind the microphone. We talked about how his path into radio happened almost by accident, why not being obsessed with the industry may have actually helped him find his own authentic voice, and what it really takes to keep showin...

Lifting Through Pain: A Young Veterans Road to Recovery In this episode of Own It The Comeback podcast, I have an emotional chat with Jeff Livingston, a U.S. Air Force veteran, about his journey of resilience and transformation. Jeff shares his experiences of the military, including deployments to Jordan and Iceland, and the challenges he faced with chronic pain after leaving the service. He discu...

In this episode, I talk to nutrition expert Paul Garrod to discuss the critical role of nutrition in fuelling comebacks, particularly for Men in their 40s and 50s. We explore the importance of consistency in dietary habits, the impact of carbohydrates on performance, and the significance of sleep in recovery. The conversation also addresses common challenges faced by Men trying to improve their nu...

What if your breath could change everything? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Russ Allchin, a certified Wim Hof Method instructor, to unpack how breathwork transformed his training, mindset, and emotional health. From martial arts to midlife resilience, Russ shares his journey and the science behind breathing techniques that unlock energy, focus, and emotional release. We explore how men...

In this honest and powerful episode, husband, father and IT consultant, Gareth Ryan shares his deeply personal journey through nearly three decades in the SAP world — and the hidden mental health battle that nearly broke him. As the pressures of work mounted and post pandemic life deepened feelings of isolation, Gareth reached a breaking point. What followed was a courageous path of self-awareness...

I chat with sober coach and father, Luke Jones, to unpack what it really takes to ditch the bottle and build a life you don’t want to escape from. Luke opens up about his own journey—from regular heavy drinking shaped by British pub culture, to the quiet but powerful wake-up call that came from his young son’s simple question. What followed was a deep, honest transformation—one that led Luke to so...

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Founder Coach,  Daniel Rowntree to explore a journey of resilience, personal growth, and transformation. Once immersed in the alcohol industry, Daniel now channels his energy into coaching, wellness, and helping others rewrite their stories. We dive into the deeper layers of sobriety, the healing power of therapy, and how redefining success means prioritis...

In this episode I sit down with Guy Thompson — former professional rugby player turned personal trainer — for an honest conversation about life beyond the game. We talk about the highs and pressures of professional rugby, the identity shift that comes when the crowd noise fades, and the mental health challenges that often sit quietly beneath the surface for elite athletes and high-performing men a...

Discipline, discomfort, and the moments that define us I talk with George Mahood — endurance athlete and author of Operation Ironman — for an honest conversation about discipline, discomfort, and the quiet decisions that shape who we become. We go beyond the headlines of endurance sport to explore the mental battles, self-doubt, and daily commitment behind Operation Ironman - One Man's Four M...

Comfort feels safe — but over time, it quietly erodes the life you’re capable of living. In this powerful episode of The Turning Point , I chat with former UK Special Forces operator, bestselling author, and BREAK-POINT CEO Ollie Ollerton for a deeply honest conversation about discipline, identity, and the standards that ultimately define a man. Ollie shares the formative experiences that shaped h...