Karl O Rourke

The Uneducated PT

Welcome to the uneducated PT. This show is to learn as much as we can about a range of different topics. I want you to come on the journey of self discovery with me. 

Author

Karl O Rourke

Category

Education

Podcast website

www.spreaker.com

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

🎙 Episode 93 — From Rock Bottom to Rising Up: The Journey of Paddy D Kelly 19.06.2025

In this powerful and deeply human episode of The Uneducated PT Podcast, I sit down with the raw and real Paddy D Kelly — a man who has walked through addiction, battled weight gain, built a platform through content creation, and come out the other side with hard-earned wisdom. We dive into the real-life struggles your listeners might be facing right now the weight of self-doubt, the noise of socia...

EP 92 – Coaching GLP-1s, Body Acceptance & Food Inclusivity with Anna Harris 18.06.2025

EP 92 – Coaching GLP-1s, Body Acceptance & Food Inclusivity with Anna Harris In this episode of The Uneducated PT Podcast, we sit down with Anna Harris—registered nurse, nutritionist, and the voice behind @thenutrition_nurse. Known for her compassionate and evidence-informed approach, Anna brings clarity and warmth to some of the most nuanced conversations in the nutrition space. We discuss: C...

Episode 91 – “Crabs in a Bucket: When Loved Ones Pull You Down” 17.06.2025

In this week’s episode of The Uneducated PT Podcast, we dive into the notorious “crabs in a bucket” mentality and how it sabotages even the most determined weight-loss journeys. We explore: Why partners and friends sometimes resent your progress more than they celebrate it How backhanded compliments and “harmless” jibes chip away at your confidence Real-life examples of unsupportive loved ones and...

Episode 90: Mastering Exercise Selection / Aaron Davis Coaching 12.06.2025

Featuring special guest Aaron Davis of Aaron Davis Coaching In this jam-packed conversation we dive deep into the art and science of strength training, habit formation, and what it really means to be a coach. Aaron helps us cut through the noise and answer the questions every trainee—and every trainer—wrestles with: Rep ranges for hypertrophy: How many reps should you really be doing to maximize m...

🎙️ Episode 89: "Designing Your Life: Intention, Wisdom & the Power of Action with Ryan Eveleigh" 05.06.2025

Episode 89 of the Uneducated PT Podcast, hosted by Karl O'Rourke, features a compelling conversation with Ryan Eveleigh, a holistic health and transformation coach known for his no-nonsense approach to fitness and personal development. In this episode, Karl and Ryan delve into the concept of "creating a life by design," emphasizing the importance of living with intention and purpose. They explore...

Episode 88 – Periods, Fertility & Female Health with Kathryn from Her Health Dietitian 04.06.2025

In Episode 88 of The Uneducated PT Podcast, we’re joined by the brilliant Kathryn, the expert behind Her Health Dietitian, for a deep and empowering conversation about periods, fertility, and all things women’s health. Kathryn is not only a wealth of knowledge when it comes to hormonal health, nutrition, and fertility—she’s also an absolute joy to listen to. Her passion for educating and supportin...

🎙️ Episode 87: Rewiring the Mind – Transformation Through Language with Greg 03.06.2025

(@thetransformationcoach_) In this insightful episode, host Karl O'Rourke engages in a deep conversation with Greg, known as The Transformation Coach, exploring the profound impact of mindset and language on personal transformation. Greg shares his journey and expertise on how the words we choose and the narratives we construct can either propel us forward or hold us back. T he discussion delves i...

🎙️ Episode 86: Breaking Free from Diet Culture with Becky Jones 28.05.2025

🎙️ Episode 86: Breaking Free from Diet Culture with Becky Jones (@the_empower_coach) In this empowering episode, Karl O'Rourke welcomes Becky Jones, the force behind The Empower Coach, to delve into the complexities of diet culture and the journey toward food freedom. Becky shares her personal experiences and professional insights on dismantling harmful narratives around dieting, embracing intuiti...

Ep.85 The Paradox Of Connection, And Social Media Life. 22.05.2025

In this episode I speak on my time on social media and creating content as a online coach. 

EP.84 The Silent Crisis: Men’s Mental Health & Modern Society. 20.05.2025

In this solo episode, I dive deep into one of the most under-discussed issues of our time — the quiet collapse of men’s mental, emotional, and social wellbeing. We cover the brutal stats around male suicide, the challenges boys face in education, the collapse of traditional male roles, the dating and friendship crises, and how society often tells men to talk, but rarely listens. This is not about...

EP 83 GLP 1s With Karl. Solo Ep 17.05.2025

In this episode I speak about GLP1s at a basic understanding how they work and why they're important. 

Ep.82 Unspoken Struggles: Exploring Men's Binge Eating, Body Image, and Cultural Pressures with Brian Ó hÁonghusa 14.05.2025

In this compelling episode, we sit down with Brian Ó hÁonghusa to delve into his research on men's experiences with binge eating and body dissatisfaction. Brian sheds light on how societal norms and cultural expectations often silence men's struggles with eating disorders, leading to feelings of shame and dismissal. We discuss the lack of data surrounding men's mental health in this area, the uniq...

Ep.81 From Self-Doubt to HYROX Pro: Lhea Terzaki’s Journey 12.05.2025

In this episode of The Uneducated PT Podcast, we sit down with Lhea Terzaki—HYROX UK ambassador, elite athlete, and founder of HYLIFE Coaching . Apple Podcasts+3TikTok+3Instagram+3 Lhea shares her inspiring journey from battling self-doubt to becoming a top HYROX competitor. She discusses the mindset shifts that propelled her forward, the importance of tailored training strategies, and how she emp...

Ep 80 Male Gay Over 40 And Thriving / Steven Whyte Fitness & Life Coach 09.05.2025

he Uneducated PT Podcast – Episode 80: Redefining Fitness with Coach Steven Whyte In this episode, we sit down with Coach Steven Whyte, a fitness and life coach specializing in helping gay men over 40 become fitter, stronger, and more confident in body, mind, and life  . Instagram+1coachstevenwhyte.co.uk+1 Steven shares his personal journey from self-doubt to self-belief, offering insights into ho...

Ep 79: Unlocking Entrepreneurial Brilliance with Shannon Irvine. 07.05.2025

The Uneducated PT Podcast – Episode 79: Unlocking Entrepreneurial Brilliance with Shannon Irvine In this enlightening episode of The Uneducated PT Podcast, we sit down with Shannon Irvine, a seasoned marketing and operations consultant dedicated to helping 6-7 figure businesses.  Shannon shares her expertise in streamlining operations and crafting marketing strategies that drive substantial growth...

Ep.78 Nicole Chatila Sustainable habits 02.05.2025

I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Nicole Chatila, the inspiring force behind Strive Fitness Coaching, for an insightful podcast episode. Nicole is a dedicated health, fitness, and lifestyle coach who empowers her clients to become the best version of themselves through sustainable habits and a positive mindset. Instagram In our conversation, we delved into Nicole's journey in the fi...

Ep77 – Chris Stone: Men's Body Image, Real Resilience & Calling Out the Fitness Industry 29.04.2025

Ep77 – Chris Stone: Men's Body Image, Real Resilience & Calling Out the Fitness Industry In this powerful episode of The Uneducated PT Podcast, I sit down with men's resilience coach Chris Stone for a raw and wide-ranging conversation. We dive into the complex world of men’s body image, the rise of muscle dysmorphia, and the often superficial way society tells men to "open up." Chris unpacks w...

Ep.76 Surface Vs Hidden Metrics. 28.04.2025

Welcome back to another solo ep of the Uneducated PT Podcast. I'm touching on the importance of finding the hidden metrics in your life. 

Ep.75 Social Health, The loneliness epidemic, Community & Connection. (Solo Ep) 21.04.2025

Yes people welcome to Ep 75  I dive into my experience with loneliness, the different types, indivualistic society, hustle culture, karoshi a term for death by over work, the friendship recession, the sexless generation, the digital area, how to define success and much more.  Support the pod by sharing it :) 

Ep74.Josh Hubbard / Fatherhood 14.04.2025

Family Coaching & Military Mindset with @jhubbardfitness In this insightful episode of the Uneducated PT Podcast, I sit down with @jhubbardfitness to explore the intersection of family coaching and military discipline. Drawing from his experience in the army and his work as a fitness coach, @jhubbardfitness shares how the structured environment of military life has influenced his approach to c...

Ep.73 Stress Eating 10.04.2025

In this episode of the podcast wee speak to Nathan Keevil Online WeightLoss Coach all about stress eating. Nathans Instagram   In our conversation we explore the deeper layers of stress eating, touch on secret eating, the obesity map and unpack the oversimplication of the "eat less, move more" message. We also discuss guiding clients back to homeostasis, how memory distortion plays into beahviour,...

Ep 72 – From Stripper to Confidence Coach 08.04.2025

Ep 72 – From Stripper to Strength Coach: Cheryl Skipper on Fear, Fat Loss & Fierce Confidence In this powerful and raw episode, we sit down with Cheryl Skipper – a fat loss and confidence coach who's on a mission to help women lose weight, feel strong, and actually enjoy the process. But Cheryl’s story goes way deeper than workouts and meal plans. A naturally shy and introverted woman, Cheryl...

#71 Alycia Thompson Ward Women's Health Surgery Coach 06.04.2025

🎙️ In this episode of The Uneducated PT Podcast, we sit down with Alycia to talk about the power of mindset when life doesn’t go to plan. She opens up about how she reframed one of the toughest seasons of her life — including her recovery from surgery — and how she used that experience to bounce back stronger, both physically and mentally. From setbacks to comebacks, this conversation is all about...

#70 Ciaran Russell / Fertility, Frustration, and Finding Strength 27.03.2025

In this episode of The Uneducated PT Podcast, we sit down with Ciaran Russell for a powerful, honest conversation about fertility. From sperm analysis to treatment options, we dive into what the journey looks like for couples trying to conceive — and the emotional toll it can take along the way. Ciaran shares his personal experience, the challenges he and his partner have faced, and how they’ve na...

#69 Matt Jones / How To Be A Runner 26.03.2025

In this episode of the podcast we speak to Matt Jones who has been coaching for 13 years and helps runners improve their performance.  Learn about tempo runs, what the 80/20 rules is, what runners to use, how to reduce the risk of injury and much more. This is a great episode full of information I hope you enjoy. 

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