You, Me & a Podcast

Part 1 of an interview series, two authors from the book series 'Tales from Deranged Minds' Ray Bush and Neal Stephens talk about their upbringing, how they got into writing and what makes them want to write. Both based in the US, they have formed a strong community and relationship with fellow aspiring authors all wanting the same thing - getting their work out there. The episode talks ab...

Kayla Namio opens up about a rough upbringing marked by abuse at a young age and how she went on to serve in the US Navy before being medically discharged due to mental health struggles. She found healing and a renewed passion in working with pets and being a child advocate for at risk children. Kayla transformed her profound personal trauma into power, becoming a published author dedicated to hel...

Ian Davis talks about his company, The Age of the Creative, where helps other in the creative and wellness solutions. He has worked with big brands such as Nike, Uber, Toyato, Coachella, Facebook, Pepsi, Amazon, ABC News, Lululemon to name a few. Ian uses evidence backed research and strategies to help high performers and creative teams in the entertainment business reduce their stress, sharpen fo...

Pakesta Washington is a dedicated advocate for bipolar disorder awareness who speaks from a place of deep personal experience. As both a survivor of the condition and a highly accomplished professor, she opens up about the intricacies of her daily journey, providing an intimate look at the highs and lows of life with bipolar disorder while proving that a diagnosis. Her story is one of resilience a...

From the trauma of an abusive childhood to greens of the David Leadbetter Golf Academy in Florida, Abby Pagud shares how she transformed the discipline of elite athletics and the scars of her past into a driving force for professional success. Now at the helm of Kapitol Health, she discusses finding her footing to a visionary entrepreneur redefining the landscape of health and wellness. She is the...

Ashley Garner joins the podcast and shares his unique upbringing, one of the only white children in a small Aboriginal community where him and his brother were barred from attending the local school then going to boarding school in Toowoomba. Ash talks about his incredible career path, covering his time traveling across the Territory to install signage in remote communities and his years spent on...

Frank Joseph is a seasoned journalist and author. From the grit of Chicago to the high-stakes corridors of Washington, D.C., Frank spent the 1960s and 1970s reporting on a nation in flux. He shares firsthand accounts of reporting from the streets during historic riots as well as navigating the capital during the unraveling of Watergate. Frank proves that it is never too late to reinvent oneself. A...

Gallo Chingo opens up in a raw personal conversation about his journey through intercourse addiction. Gallo talks about the challenges of his teens and 20s, reflecting on the years he spent struggling without the right support or understanding of his behavior. He shares the pivotal moment he found a path forward through Sober Recovery, offering a powerful look at the reality of addiction and the t...

Richard Tierney shares his powerful journey from his upbringing in Ireland to becoming a visionary in the field of spiritual healing. Richard opens up about childhood trauma, alcohol and gambling—addictions that once masked a "hole in the soul" left by his past. After finding initial relief through traditional 12-step programs, Richard realized that true recovery required addressing the deep-seate...

Tom from The Truth Tank Podcast, joins the pod for a candid and wide-ranging conversation. Tom opens up about the personal experiences and upbringing that shaped him, offering a raw look at his journey through mental health and the resilience required to find his voice. We explore the origins of his podcasting and how his deep-seated fascination with cinema, history and conspiracy theories fuels h...

Eugene Manley Jr. reflects on the twists and turns of his academic career and the inspiration behind SCHEQ, while opening up about navigating racism. He also shares the profound impact of his ADHD diagnosis, offering a raw and empowering perspective on how neurodiversity and identity shape the pursuit of health equity.

Kurt Sasso, the driving force behind the long-running entertainment show Two Geeks Talking. Kurt takes us through his incredible journey starting the podcast back in 2008, sharing stories from his upbringing in Canada and his deep-rooted passion for geek culture. With over 1,200 interviews under his belt, Kurt discusses his specialty in highlighting comic artists, filmmakers and musicians, providi...

Anjan shares his powerful journey from navigating the high-pressure academic culture of India to adjusting to life and career in the USA. Drawing from his experience as a software architect and his life-altering transition to the States, he discusses the mental frameworks necessary to turn intense pressure into professional clarity. Drawing from the insights shared in his viral TEDx talk, Anjan di...

Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson joins the podcast and discusses his incredible transition from professional basketball to mental health advocacy. James played in the NBA at the Seattle Supersonics and Dallas Mavericks as well as playing professionally in Europe for six years. He then went to open his own business in Seattle after he retired from basketball. James opens up about the private bat...

25 episodes in and it’s finally time for a solo episode To celebrate this milestone, I’m sitting down to answer your burning questions. From deep truths to random trivia and everything in between. Huge thanks for sending these in. Let's dive in!

Willie Thornton is a Missouri-based DJ known as Wild Willie and host of the moving podcast, "Soul Impact: How Music Saved Us." Willie explores music as a lifeline, but today, he is sharing his own deeply personal story for the very first time. Willie's journey began with a rough and abusive childhood, and he found his essential coping mechanism and enduring love in music. He has face...

Oya Obinidodo is a rapper, author, filmmaker and content creator from Virginia. Oya shares her incredible story of resilience, from being a teen mom to courageously surviving and escaping domestic violence in three relationships. She also gives us an inside look at how she generates the ideas for her popular content. Don't miss the conversation with the author of Living Around Dangerous Human...

Dean Conway is friend from the gym and has always been a funny guy. However, he shares his story of his battle with depression and how he hid it for many years by putting on a happy face. Dean talks about his struggles and inner battles he went through within his own mental health. This episode is quite deep, and I thank Dean for opening up and sharing his story. Dean talks about how he gets throu...

Tom Keevers shares his story publicly for the first time. In May 2009, Tom lost his younger brother, Henry, along with two other teenage boys, Hamish Stewart and William Hutchison, in a tragic car accident. In this raw and honest conversation, Tom reveals the impact of this loss and emphasizes that the power of his support network which helped him immensely. He explains how vital his friends and f...

Kate Lee shares her journey from working in the Tourism industry to being a Teacher. Kate's opens up on how she went to Police to make a statement on her first day of teaching and before teaching her first class. Kate talks about what high school teaching is like now and how important looking the student's wellbeing is. Kate also talks about how teachers are more than just educators. Kate...

Kevin Johnston joins me for a deeply personal and raw conversation. Kevin has kept his painful and chaotic childhood a secret and, in this episode, he finally shares his story publicly for the first time. The content is heavy at times, but it's also a powerful testament to his incredible resilience. Kevin opens up about the struggles of his past and how he has managed to maintain a positive ou...

Dean Cooper is an advocate for anti-domestic and family violence as well as toxic masculinity amongst men. Dean first pursued a professional career in Rugby which he cut short. After trying a few difference courses at University, Dean found Criminology as the one that stuck and went on to work for the criminal justice system. After a few years, Dean found his passion in raising awareness against d...

Will Craig from the Podcast 'Sunday Reset w/ Will & friends' joins me on the pod and shares his incredible story of being diagnosed at birth with a health condition called Hydrocephalus where the cerebrospinal fluid in the brain is built up and can cause damage to the brain tissue. Will talks about the mechanical device that helps drain the fluid but can break at anytime at which leave...

Mel Morris has a funny and unique social media presence which shows videos of herself and creates gym content to help people go into fitness or to the gym who might feel insecure or self-conscious about their body. Her videos are modest and have no shame. Mel receives several regular messages about how much her videos help her. She also posts for the gym clothing brand LSKD as an online creator wh...

Chad from the Cheers Big Ears Podcast jumps on and talks about his upbringing, why he started his podcast and his love for pop culture. Started in 2018, the podcast started as Chad and his co-host talking about whatever whilst having several drinks. Now it's less about drinking and more about talking. We both get talk about mental health and why men struggle with asking for help when needed. S...