Tools For Tough Times

In this episode, I chat with Shahd, founder of Peace is the Song — a community-based event that brings people together to share their art through spoken word, music, poetry, and more. Shahd is a published poet and author using her platform to foster community, connection, and empowerment. We discuss: The power of community and creative expression Knowing your self-worth Shahd’s journey from Palest...

In this urgent solo episode, I return to the unfolding catastrophe in Gaza. As the genocide intensifies, it is clear that we can no longer participate in a system that funds, arms, and enables it. We must shut it all down. With a Global Blackout. I share updates from the ground, my personal reflections, and the next steps of global mobilisation. I introduce the week-long global blackout already un...

This ep speaks for itself. Listen. Follow me on Insta for updates on the mobilisation I mention. THIS IS WHERE WE RISE UP. GAZA NEEDS US MORE THAN EVER BEFORE. In hope, peace, love and solidarity x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this powerful and deeply human episode of Tools for Tough Times, I speak with Farah, a 19-year-old student currently living in Gaza. Farah has lived through the unimaginable, displaced more than 20 times in her short life, she has survived airstrikes, mass bombings, and the deaths of family and community members. This conversation offers a raw, unfiltered look into the lived reality of a genoci...

Series 2 begins with an overview of what’s to come: a continued mixture of guests, as in Series 1, but with a heavier focus this time on voices from Gaza; people living through the genocide, and those who have been forced to evacuate. These are accounts that speak directly to the realities on the ground and in exile: urgent, unfiltered, and necessary. In this episode, I also reflect on joining the...

In this Season 1 finale of Tools for Tough Times, I reflect on what this first season has taught me - about resilience, connection, and what really matters. I share where I’m at personally, how grief has shaped my direction, and why I’m no longer waiting to make the impact I came here to make. The time is now! Season 2 will bring new voices and deep conversations - from people navigating global cr...

In this compelling episode, we hear the extraordinary story of John McAvoy, a man who went from a life of high-stakes crime to breaking world records and becoming a professional Ironman athlete. Once one of Britain’s most wanted armed robbers, John was sentenced to life in a high-security prison. It was there, in a cell built for punishment, that he discovered purpose. After the tragic death of a...

In this powerful and vulnerable conversation, I’m joined by rapper, TEDx speaker, and mental health advocate Shocka. Shocka opens up about his journey through the mental health system, including being sectioned three times, and the deep transformation that’s unfolded in his life since. We talk about the challenges he faced while balancing a music career with his mental health struggles, including...

In this episode, I chat with singer / songwriter, motivational speaker and life coach Jasmine Knight who takes us through her incredible journey of overcoming trauma, discovering self-love, and ultimately transforming her life in ways she never thought possible. She opens up about the difficult times in her life, where she found herself surrounded by unsavoury people and situations, all stemming f...

In this episode of Tools for Tough Times , I’m joined by Scott – a thoughtful, creative soul who’s been alcohol-free for 10 years and is the founder of Arclett , a community space for people who are sober or just curious about living without alcohol. We talk through Scott’s personal journey – from early influences and social drinking habits to the moment he decided to make a change. He shares how...

In this raw and unedited solo episode, I share where I’m really at. I recorded this on a walk, barefoot, in the midst of deep grief, after losing three people close to me in the past six months, including my mum. This episode isn’t polished. It’s about being honest in the middle of the mess, without trying to fix or reframe anything. I talk about reconnecting with my mum before she passed, the pai...

In this ep, I chat with coach and strategist Georgina, about her journey through the corporate world, and the challenges she has faced with burnout. Georgina opens up about her experiences with mental health, the importance of self-kindness, and the damaging effects of toxic work environments. We explore the early signs of burnout, the vital role of compassion in the workplace, and practical strat...

In this conversation, shares her multifaceted journey as a health coach, chef, and DJ. She discusses her non-negotiables for mental health, her struggles with gut health as a result of ingesting a parasite in Guatemala, and the importance of community in her life. Carly reflects on her travels, the impact of living in Berlin, and how her creative expression through DJing has evolved. The discussio...

In this episode, Nick shares his profound journey through sobriety, detailing his early experiences with alcohol in childhood, the escalation of his substance use, and the eventual realisation that led him to commit to sobriety. He discusses the challenges faced during early sobriety, the importance of community support, and how he turned his experiences into a podcast to help others navigate thei...

In this episode, I sit down with rugby legend Jamie Peacock to dive deep into the remarkable journey of his career. From battling imposter syndrome at his very first trial to becoming one of the greatest British rugby league players of all time, Jamie’s story is one of resilience, leadership, mental toughness, and vulnerability. I have always been very intrigued by Jamie's story, so I wanted to ge...

In this episode I speak with the super inspiring Alex, whose journey of healing and transformation after an unexpected breast cancer diagnosis is nothing short of awe-inspiring. Initially living a hectic, high-stress life and managing undiagnosed ADHD, Alex never expected a routine breast check to reveal cancer. But that shocking diagnosis became the catalyst for a complete transformation - mental...

In this episode, I chat with the wonderful Kev from Breatheolution about his powerful journey into breathwork and cold water therapy. After years dealing with addiction and ADHD, Kev stumbled upon the transformative power of the breath and cold exposure. What started as a personal healing practice evolved into his work as a cold water facilitator and coach, helping others experience the same profo...

In this episode, I sit down with Business Psychologist Andy to explore his incredible journey from debilitating chronic pain to full recovery. After a severe back injury left him unable to move, he was told by one professional that he’d always live with pain. But another expert shared a different perspective - one that changed everything. We discuss: •The critical role of physical rehabilitation i...

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Maria, an EMDR therapist and integrative counsellor, to explore her journey from struggling with extreme mental health challenges due to trauma, to becoming a mental health professional dedicated to healing, self-improvement and helping others along the way. We dive deep into: How trauma from childhood impacts mental health, self-worth, relationships and o...

In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Emma Marie Cole , who shares her journey of embracing singlehood, healing, and thriving on her own terms. Emma gets real about the loneliness that can come with being single, the power of therapy in working through self-worth and inner child wounds, and why she hasn’t dated in a year , and is absolutely thriving because of it. We dive into: - The emoti...