Best Harvey Morton Podcasts (2024)

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20. Harvey Morton - Putting yourself forward 30:00

10h ago30:00

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Welcome back! This week, we're talking to Harvey Morton. Harvey is a freelancer who specialises in the entertainment industry, with a reputation for being a fantastic social media manager. He's adept and bright, honest and very inspiring to talk to. Lucky us! This episode's for you if you: Struggle to put yourself 'out there' or apply for grants, c…

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19. Phil Shorland - Finding your inspiration and voice 28:11

23d ago28:11

28:11

Welcome back! This week is an episode I couldn't wait to share. We've got Phil Shorland, better known as Content with Phil, talking about the moment he decided to go freelance. That origin moment for Phil was an advert, with words so chilled, so friendly, it inspired him to leave teaching for good. Phil also talks about how he built a network onlin…

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18. Giada Nizzoli - Getting clarity on what makes you unique 24:38

1M ago24:38

24:38

Hello again! This week, the lovely Giada Nizzoli, of Crafty Copy, is on the podcast. Giada is a former generalist copywriter, who with the right support and a dose of confidence, pivoted her business into brand messaging. Giada started charging for things she enjoyed so much, she'd previously done them for free. This episode is for you if you're in…

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17. Ayo Abbas - Pick a niche and stick to it 26:42

2M ago26:42

26:42

Welcome back, this week we're talking to Ayo Abbas. Ayo is a built environment specialist, with a marketing agency that works with a very particular target audience. She talks about how she set up her business, worked on making a name for herself within a niche, and how to thrive in a more 'traditional' sector. This episode is for you if you're int…

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16. Mark Masters - Routine, practice and community growth 24:25

2M ago24:25

24:25

Hello again! This week we've got Mark Masters, founder of You Are The Media. Mark's enthusiasm, willingness to try anything and all-round inclusive spirit is infectious. He's a ball of energy, telling the story of how he spent 10 years growing a newsletter into a giant freelancer community. This episode is great if you want to: Learn how deliberate…

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21: SHED CHAT WITH RACHEL JONES, EDITOR OF TOES IN THE WATER, SPECIAL NEEDS TEACHER, TALKS ABOUT THE POWERFUL EFFECTS WILD WATER SWIMMING HAS HAD ON SELF ESTEEM , AUTO IMMUNE DISEASE, RAISING TWO KIDS ... 22:39

2M ago22:39

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Rachel Jones is the editor of Toes in the Water: Stories of lives changed by wild swimming talks about the good and the bad times and how swimming in cold wild water has transformed her and other people's lives for the better. https://bit.ly/4bLFpbn She highlights a sense of community, trauma, divorce, self-discipline, self-regulation, resilience, …

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15. Robin Waite - Getting 1500 leads from a single partnership 26:08

2M ago26:08

26:08

Welcome back to Niche Upon A Star! Let's get bonkers. This week it's Fearless Business coach Robin Waite. Robin is a super-successful business coach who achieves mind-boggling results. He's number one on Google for 'business coach,' he runs a six-figure business and has another six-figure side hustle. Before you think 'Wait a minute, this all sound…

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14. Emmelie Coulson - Fear and putting your prices up 21:17

3M ago21:17

21:17

Welcome back to Niche Upon A Star! This week we've got the lovely brand designer and illustrator, Emmelie Coulson. Emmelie is known for her bright, bold designs, all-singing social media presence and sold-out networking events in Glasgow. But behind all this marvellous confidence, is a person who has to work hard to overcome imposter syndrome and a…

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20: PAUL UNWIN TALKS TRAUMA,, SURVIVOR'S GUILT, CREATING CASUALTY, GRATITUDE, GRIEF, FEAR, DRUMMING,GRATEFUL DEAD, STEELY DAN, BEDALES SCHOOL, EMDR, ARTHUR MILLER, NOT DWELLING ON REGRET. 1:29:11

3M ago1:29:11

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Paul Unwin is the co-creator of huge hit TV show 'Casualty' with best friend Jeremy Brock, was the artistic director of the Bristol Old Vic, and collaborator and good friend of playwright Arthur Miller, to name a few accolades. He talks about the traumatic turning point of his life at the young age of 19, therapy and later EMDR, survivor's guilt. H…

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13. Jo Watson - Dealing with trolls and bumps in the road 35:28

3M ago35:28

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It's Jo Watson, everyone! Another one of my heroes ticked off. Jo is known for her pithy tone of voice, she's a hilarious copywriter with a big online following. And this episode didn't disappoint: Dealing with trolls Jo goes into depth on how she's tackling internet criticism, and (like Jo would do) she's turning it into gold. Her clever replies a…

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12. Lizzie Davey - Six figures and diversification 26:32

3M ago26:32

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What does it feel like from the top of Mount Freelance? Nice view, mate. This week's guest on Niche Upon A Star is none other than Lizzie Davey. Lizzie's the mastermind behind Freelance Magic, as well as running her own top-notch content business. She not only serves some of the best known clients in her niche, but she also leaves the ladder down -…

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19: A SHED CHAT HARVEY LISBERG-INTO SOMETHING GOOD. MANAGER OF HERMAN'S HERMITS, GRAHAM GOULDMAN ,I'M NOT IN LOVE, 10CC, GORDON GILTRAP, SAD CAFE, JIMMY WHITE. TALKING ABOUT MICK JAGGER BEING BASHED BY ... 43:29

3M ago43:29

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New to 2024: SHED CHATS Shed Chats are briefer conversations with interesting people - not specifically to do with mental health, but fascinating topics nonetheless. Self-effacing Harvey Lisberg talks about making his own luck, His wild life in the music business, meeting Elvis, Colonel Parker, playing on the same bill as the Stones. What it was li…

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11. Mel Barfield - Personality and self belief 40:32

4M ago40:32

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Welcome back, this week we've got Mel Barfield. Superstar copywriter, queen of LinkedIn, and person with 'near dangerous levels of self-belief.' You're going to love this episode. I did because it's jam-packed with solid gold advice. Some of the highlights: Self-belief and personality overlapped for Mel, to create unstoppable momentum from day one …

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10. Kayleigh Hall - Investing in yourself 27:24

4M ago27:24

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This week we're speaking to Kayleigh Hall, a fantastic brand designer and founder of Hall Creative. And we're all about being ON PURPOSE. Kayleigh shares the challenges she faced in her early years, and the impact of burnout. But she spun all this into gold! Through coaching, Kayleigh shifted her services to strategy-led brand design. This allowed …

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9. Jonathan Wilcock - How to keep growing throughout your career 21:29

5M ago21:29

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On this week's episode, we're talking to the loveliest brand copywriter on earth. The wonder that is Jonathan Wilcock. He's had 40 years experience in the creative industries, so Jonathan knows a thing or two about freelancing. Jonathan talks openly about his family, his creative ambition, and career peaks and troughs: How to take breaks and work a…

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8. Faye Dicker - Creating a community that fits perfectly 21:29

5M ago21:29

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Welcome back to Niche Upon A Star, this week we've got the brilliant Faye Dicker! Faye, the founder of Freelance Mum, shares her journey of creating a community. She talks about the challenges she faced as a professional transitioning into motherhood. Faye explains the growth and evolution of Freelance Mum, including the impact of COVID-19 and her …

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7. Ange Lyons - Discovering variety and taking time out 20:02

5M ago20:02

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Ange Lyons of Lyons Creative is well known for her amazing graphic designs. In this episode, she shares her journey to becoming a freelance designer. She talks about how she transitioned from publishing to freelancing, the challenges of being a mum and running a business, and the importance of taking breaks. Ange also is keen to talk about saying n…

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6. Freya Swenson-Costello - Neurodivergence and empowerment 18:59

5M ago18:59

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How can you balance your time and your sanity when freelancing? Don't worry, Freya can help. And funnily enough, that's the name of her business! Freya Swenson-Costello is an inspiring business owner, full of positivity. Her journey to developing her business has been empowering, enabling her to balance being a mum and having control and direction …

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5. Glenn Fisher - Anxiety and dedication 18:58

6M ago18:58

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This week we're speaking to the brilliant Glenn Fisher, founder of The Fix, author of The Art of the Click, and general all-round badass. Glenn is known to many of us as a super experienced copywriter. But there's more to him than his reputation. He overcame self-doubt, and (with a lot of hard work) built a brilliant community around himself. Glenn…

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18: MARY RYAN: DOCTOR, SCHOLAR, WIFE, MOTHER, SURVIVOR, DOG LOVER, COLD WATER SWIMMER TALKS . PERSONALITY DISORDER, GOOD & BAD PRIESTS, BEING A G.P. POWER, VIOLENCE, NOT BEING BELIEVED, LOVE 1:25:45

6M ago1:25:45

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4. Sophie Cross - Smarter processes 28:54

6M ago28:54

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Sometimes you get to meet your actual heroes! This was one of those days for me. It's Sophie Cross, founder of Freelancer Magazine and creator of one of the best online courses for mastering social media, LinkedIn for Humans. Sophie's very open about things that I think we can all relate to: - Burning out after working too hard - Constantly trying …

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3. André Spiteri - Getting clients and knowing your worth 28:23

7M ago28:23

28:23

What an episode! André Spiteri talks openly about the grit and determination it took to set up Maverick Words. Packed full of gems. What a great interview! We look at early freelancing challenges: André struggled to find clients in his first year as a freelancer, taking on many low-paying jobs and working long hours just to build confidence and a p…

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2. Megan Rose - Growing gently 22:02

7M ago22:02

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Welcome back to Niche Upon A Star! Let's crack on with episode 2: Megan Rose Douglas, or simply Megan Rose, is known for being a talented, authentic brand copywriter. Megan is inspiring because she has such unique clarity and focus. Megan set up her business and grew it organically, with a clear focus on her online ideas, her ideal clients, and her…

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1. Gareth Hancock - Discovering your authentic voice 22:25

7M ago22:25

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Welcome to Niche Upon A Star, episode one! Let's get going: Gareth Hancock is a distinctive, friendly, and warm voice in freelancing. He got his start on freelancing websites, taking small writing jobs to build his skills and portfolio. It took years for Gareth to refine his niche, which is now creative copywriting. By being himself online, Gareth …

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17: RICHARD MORTON JACK TALKS IN-DEPTH ON NICK DRAKE: THE ‘FIVE LEAVES LEFT’ ‘PINK MOON’ SINGER-SONGWRITER’, HIS LYRICS, CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY, ISLAND RECORDS, EXPECTATIONS, FEAR, DISSAPOINTMENT, DEPRESSION ... 1:45:38

8M ago1:45:38

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Music biographer, reviewer, and co-founder of elvinyl.com Richard Morton Jack joins host Jeremy Thomas to discuss 'Nick Drake: The Life' and much more.Many people thought that Nick Drake was going to be hugely successful in the 1970s. His three albums were all critically acclaimed, yet did not sell. Tragically, he took his own life when he was 26. …

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National Coming Out Day Special: Dr Mark Rackley Chartered London Psychologist on How to Accept Your Sexuality, Big Brother, Mental Health and Finding Balance 32:49

10M ago32:49

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It's National Coming Out Day and I'm joined by Chartered London Psychologist, Dr Mark Rackley to chat about how to accept your sexuality, Mark's time on Big Brother's Bit On The Side, mental health and finding balance. Dr. Mark Rackley is a qualified counselling psychologist from Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland, with extensive experience in helpin…

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Transforming Kitchens and Lives: Ben Locke's Journey towards Ethical, Sustainable, and Affordable Home Makeovers 39:11

10M ago39:11

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I'm joined by Ben Locke of Re-Faced - Ben speaks about how he has set up a thriving family business, Re-Faced, to be a force for good in the community. We'll delve into his journey of creating ethical and sustainable kitchens and how he's using vinyl wrapping to breathe new life into old spaces. We'll also learn about his mission to give back to th…

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16: Top impressionist of BBC Radio 4's Dead Ringers, talks about growing up in a house dominated by Liverpool FC and her father's Schizophrenia. Her love of Thora Hird's certainty. Spitting Image, winning ... 1:30:10

10M ago1:30:10

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Jan Ravens did not enjoy her childhood, did not like being teased about her father . Did not like feeling such a powerless child. Jan talks about how being ill, causing a serious weight loss and his made her the most popular gal down at the disco. How this and impersonating teachers to her fellow pupils gave her some much needed power. She talks of…

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Nicky Chinn talks about having ECT aged 16. How he coped with severe bipolar throughout his life, while-writing over 50 hits with Mike Chapman. Songs like Tiger Feet, Blockbuster, Devil Gate Drive, Hey ... 1:41:27

1y ago1:41:27

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Ambassador to Bipolar UK, animal lover, Nicky Chinn waited nearly many years to discover the best ways to stay sane. Alongside his songwriter partner Mike Chapman, Nicky enjoyed huge success around he world, including wining three Ivor Novello awards. Acts like Sweet, Mud, Racey, Suzi Quatro, Smokie, Toni Basil, Tina Turner and Huey Lewis. Nicky al…

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The Efficiency Master: Gareth Hoyle Shares His Journey to a Four-Day Work Week 39:52

1y ago39:52

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Today I have the pleasure of speaking with Gareth Hoyle, Managing Director at Marketing Signals, who has successfully implemented a four-day work week for his employees. Gareth shares with us his reasons behind the decision, the challenges he faced, and the benefits that have been seen since the shift. A key takeaway from this episode is the import…

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From Policing to Pizza to Non-Executive Director: An Inspirational Journey with Nicola Frampton 36:14

1y ago36:14

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In this episode, Harvey sits down with Nicola Frampton, Non-Executive Director of Frasers Group PLC and UK Operations Director of Dominos Pizza. Nicola shares her journey from leaving school at 16 to join West Yorkshire Police to becoming a Director in the retail industry. Nicola provides valuable advice for young people starting out in their caree…

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Breaking Down Gender Stereotypes and The Power of Pilates for Recovery with Anaya Grover, Founder of Men Do Pilates and Elite Athlete Trainer 34:59

1y ago34:59

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Anaya Grover is a certified Pilates instructor and the founder of Men Do Pilates. She fell in love with Pilates after picking up a sports injury 20 years ago and has been sharing her knowledge and passion for Pilates ever since. Anaya qualified as a Pilates Teacher with Body Control Pilates – Europe’s largest training organisation. Her own injury a…

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From Starting a Blog to Presenting on Steph's Packed Lunch and Sort Your Life Out with Mr Carrington 41:22

1y ago41:22

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Iwan, known professionally as Mr Carrington, is a London based content creator and television presenter dedicated to sharing lifestyle and home content with his engaged audience. Iwan formed his online presence in 2013 and created distinct platforms on youtube and instagram that allowed him to share his passion for fashion and home renovation, incl…

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14: IAN RANKIN TALKS WITH JT ABOUT THE PRIME OF MISS JEAN BRODIE AND MUSIC... 3:33

1+ y ago3:33

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We are currently refurbishing the Shed but will be back on the air mid May. Meanwhile do listen to this Ian Rank post shed talk interview or any eps you may have missed or want to listen again!By Blue Baltic Entertainment Ltd

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14: WHILE WE ARE BEING RENOVATED 0:21

1+ y ago0:21

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All 13 episodes of Shed Talks have been recorded by Jeremy Thomas in his own private shed. The site IS undergoing some repairs but will be back with a bang in themiddel of May.By Blue Baltic Entertainment Ltd

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13: LORD BROOKE talks of a father who wanted a daughter, not him. How finding his feminine side, helped him succeed in running trade unions. How addiction to sex & booze nearly killed his marriage and ... 1:05:04

1+ y ago1:05:04

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12: DANNY EVANS - talks about the fast lane of the music business, the power of Rachmaninov, working with Lang Lang, channelling John Ogden, driving on the hard shoulder and accelerating onto Bipolar ... 1:27:51

2y ago1:27:51

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Although not an actor like Geoffrey Rush, Danny Evans has several things in common with the movie Shine.. A child prodigy, student of The Royal College of Music he was set to become a concert pianist, performing all over the world. That is until his violent father and a serious back injury caused him to stop. Danny talks about disappointment, then …

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11: TIM LOTT 1:14:54

2y ago1:14:54

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Tim Lott talks about taking a train journey with David Bowie, severe depression, the ups and downs of growing up in a working class family, medication, bad trips, how ADHD made sense of some of his past actions, tennis, the music of Gillian Welch, being a father to four daughters, why he thought Mike Leigh was faking it, and his passion for cheesy …

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#2 Pursuing Your Passion and How His Nan & Mum Sparked His Passion for Cooking and with Luke Catleugh, London Lifestyle YouTube & Food Creator 48:10

2+ y ago48:10

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I loved chatting to Luke Catleugh, London Lifestyle and Food YouTuber. Luke has been vlogging his life since 2017, and regularly shares updates covering everything from shopping and cooking to travelling. Luke has over 35,000 subscribers on YouTube and was named as one of Hello Magazine's Rising Stars for 2022. In this episode, Luke tells us how hi…

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10: AL Kennedy talks brain fog, her bare knuckle boxer grandfather, baking her own bread, card sharks, a toxic head, chaos engineers, what writing means to her health and the power of Nature. 48:49

2+ y ago48:49

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A successful broadcaster, stand up, Guardian blogger, A. L. Kennedy is best known for her dark, emotionally intelligent award winning novels, She is famous for not suffering fools, However, in person, wearing her bright yellow lifejacket, Alison Kennedy is less frightening to meet than you might think. She kindly paddled from Essex to Somerset and …

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#1 Creating a Healthy Skincare Routine, Discovering Your Skin Type, Menopause Skincare Advice and The Importance of SPF with Izzy Gannon of Fixation Skincare 35:12

2+ y ago35:12

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To kick off Season 3, I'm chatting to Izzy Gannon of Fixation Skincare. Izzy founded Fixation Skincare in 2018 and prides herself on delivering ethical, results driven facial and body treatments to all. Her motivation is to provide her clients with visible results to improve and combat skin complaints and concerns. Fixation Skincare offers a wide r…

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9: NATHAN HORROCKS- Super honest, super cheerful, ex Jockey turned Film Director talks abandonment, dyslexia, riding sixty winners, anorexia, social media, one day not wishing to wake up, and how one horse ... 1:30:25

2+ y ago1:30:25

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Nathan Horrocks has jumped many fences in his life, both literal and metaphorical. Raised in Yorkshire and Kenya, he talks candidly about traumatic events including being separated from his mother while a small child and then reconciling with her 25 years later. He lifts the lid on what it is really like to be a professional jockey. How he loves th…

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8: IAN RANKIN - talks panic attacks, growing up in gangs, secret diaries, family tragedy. How three things stopped him from veering off the cliff. 1:21:27

3y ago1:21:27

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Ian Rankin spills the beans about his mental health and allows us to see behind the creator of those 23 Inspector Rebus crime novels. Born on the tough side of Fife, he came up the hard way but credits his elder sister for encouraging him to write his thoughts into diaries. To understand him, you need to know that Edinburgh is his capital, and sinc…

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7: GORDON DARROCH - ALL THE TIME WE THOUGHT WE HAD. 1:23:43

3y ago1:23:43

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Gordon a multilingual journalist talks about Autism, Withnail & I, Scotland, Hiroshi Murakami, loneliness, James Joyce, meeting the love of his life aged 18, getting married, Stress, Bladerunner, having two kids diagnosed with autism, the healing power of running, Breaking Bad, Our Friends in the North, New Order. What happened when his wife, aged …

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Cinema Isn't Dead! The Rise of Streaming Services, Social Media Trolls and Pure Escapism - Film Special with Andy Meakin and Lee Ford of The FilmFile Podcast 55:21

3y ago55:21

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In my latest bonus episode, I chat to Andy Meakin and Lee Ford of The FilmFile Podcast about why cinema isn't dead, the rise of streaming services, their experiences with social media trolls and whether Black Widow can perform well at the Box Office. We also dive into a deeper discussion about Andy and Lee's interests in film, how cinemas are recov…

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Loneliness Awareness Week Special with Louisa "Wizzi" Magnussen, Founder of MindsAnonymous.com 45:27

3y ago45:27

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The Social Sanctuary is back with a special bonus episode for #LonelinessAwarenessWeek 2021. Today, I'm chatting to Louisa "Wizzi" Magnussen, founder of https://mindsanonymous.com, Radio Host and Owner of https://wiz-media.co.uk. Wizzi and I chat about loneliness as we move out of lockdown after a recent article published by The Guardian states tha…

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6: 6. DICK MOORE- Poacher, turned gamekeeper talks about bullying, love, anxiety, top class rugby, depression and a fatal teenage obsession that ended in tragedy. 1:24:48

3y ago1:24:48

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Dick Moore hated school so badly, he faked appendicitis. At odds with a sadistic headteacher, his depression and anxiety were very real. An immense ability n the rugby field kept him afloat. Fast forward to university, Dick became a teacher. He then married and within 5 years was the youngest prep school headmaster in the country. He occupied that …

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5: 5. Karen Cowan talks Harrods, and Heroin. Bipolar, Alcohol, Forbidden Love. Fear and Chaos of growing up unparented. 1:24:49

3+ y ago1:24:49

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Shed Talks’ very own psychologist Karen Cowan, switches to the hot seat and bears all for this extended edition. She talks candidly about growing up with aristocratic heroin and alcohol addicted parents, amidst great wealth but amidst fear, anxiety and bad asthma- never feeling safe. How protecting her younger sister helped her deal with her father…

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#6 From Student Radio to BBC Radio 1, Making the News Easy to Understand and Telling Great Stories with Will Chalk, Multimedia Journalist at BBC Radio 1 Newsbeat 28:51

3+ y ago28:51

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On the final episode of The Social Sanctuary Series 2, I chat to Will Chalk, Multimedia Journalist for the Newsbeat team at the BBC. Will produces news and features for BBC Radio 1 and he started his journey in Student Radio before working in local radio and then moving on to his dream job at BBC Radio 1. Find out more about Will's career so far, a…

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#5 How to Help Your Children Sleep, Overcoming Nighttime Fears and Creating Healthy Sleep Routine with Lucy Shrimpton - The Sleep Nanny 31:38

3+ y ago31:38

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How can you help your children to get better quality sleep? On today's episode, I discuss overcoming nighttime fears, creating a healthy sleep routine and where our nightmares come from with Lucy Shrimpton, The Sleep Nanny. Lucy also shares nursery decor ideas and busts some old myths around sleep! Lucy Shrimpton is one of the world’s leading child…

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