Best Gordon Whitehead Podcasts (2024)

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24/30 marathons done and my toughest run yet 1:51

5h ago1:51

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Hi all - a quick update from Jordan! Thanks so much for your support, words of encouragement and donations. A slightly delayed update from me due to lack of signal - but please keep donating if you can: www.makesomenoise.com/spencer-matthews-challengeBy Global

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Bryony Gordon: ‘Run for the way it makes you feel, not for the way it makes you look’ 25:46

3d ago25:46

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Welcome back to this mini series which follows me as I attempt to complete a world record of 30 marathons in 30 days on sand in the Jordanian desert. This week’s guest is Bryony Gordon. She’s a bestselling author and mental health campaigner who runs marathons in her underwear. In this episode we talk about what running has given her and how it's c…

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Jasmin Paris: A gruelling 60 hours with no sleep: The first woman to complete the Barkley ultramarathon 24:43

2h ago24:43

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Welcome back to this Big Fish mini series! I'm so nearly half way through. Today I’m joined by Jasmin Paris, an ultra-runner who made history after becoming the first woman to complete the Barkley Marathons - one of the hardest ultramarathons in the world. Only 20 people have ever made it to the end of the race within the allotted 60 hours. In this…

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11/30 done - 19 marathons to go! 1:47

5d ago1:47

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Hi all - a quick update from Jordan! Thanks so much for your support, words of encouragement and donations. A slightly delayed update from me due to lack of signal - but please keep donating if you can: www.makesomenoise.com/spencer-matthews-challengeBy Global

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Rose Harvey: I joined a run club to meet friends, now I’m running for Team GB at the Olympics 24:42

7d ago24:42

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Welcome back the The Great Desert Challenge mini series. Today I'm joined by Rose Harvey, who's running for Team GB at the Olympics - despite only taking up running professionally in 2020 after she was made redundant from her job as a corporate lawyer. She's utterly talented and inspiring, so whether you’re a runner or not - I know you will absolut…

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An update from Jordan... 1:54

24d ago1:54

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The Great Desert Challenge is underway - so I wanted to give you an update on how the team and I are doing. Please donate if you can! makesomenoise.com/spencer-matthews-challengeBy Global

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Vogue Williams: How I really feel about Spencer’s world record attempt 26:30

16d ago26:30

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Welcome back to this mini series which follows me as I attempt to complete a Guinness world record of 30 marathons in 30 days on sand through the Jordanian desert. By the time you're listening, I will have likely started my first marathon. This episode is with my wife Vogue Williams where we discuss how we're both honestly feeling about the challen…

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30 in 30: Gruelling terrain, 3am starts and the threat we didn’t see coming: What lies ahead of my biggest challenge yet 32:43

20d ago32:43

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Welcome back to this Big Fish mini series which follows me as I attempt to complete a Guinness world record of 30 marathons in 30 days on sand through the Jordanian desert. If you're listening on release, I'm flying to Jordan right now and the enormity of this challenge is really dawning on me. This is part two of this episode with my running coach…

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Have I picked an impossible challenge? A reality check ahead of my world record attempt 27:22

22d ago27:22

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Welcome to this Big Fish mini series which follows me as I attempt to complete a Guinness world record of 30 marathons in 30 days on sand through the Jordanian desert. I fly out on Saturday, and start the race on Monday 29th July. Many people think this challenge isn't even possible; but I disagree. In this episode I'm joined by my running coach Ch…

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S4 E16: Richard Whitehead: The four time world champion and Paralympic athlete with no legs 47:03

2M ago47:03

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Richard Whitehead is a world-class athlete. He’s a double gold and double silver Olympic medalist, a four time world champion and four time European champion. All this success with no legs. Richard runs with prosthetic legs as he has a double knee congenital amputation - but this never stopped Richard from becoming the best in the world. In 2004, a…

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Big Fish Extra Catch: Make these three changes for a healthier life 23:41

2M ago23:41

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We’ve reached the end of the series, and I’ve absolutely loved recording these bonus episodes with my friend and personal trainer Shaun Stafford. Our aim was always to give you a quick deep dive into popular health trends to help you understand them better or change your perspective. I wanted to take a look at some of the top facts and tips I’ve le…

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S4 E15: Paul Chowdhry: Surviving racist abuse and childhood grief to become a bestselling comic 38:55

2M ago38:55

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Paul Chowdhry is an acclaimed and multi-award winning stand-up comedian, actor, writer and podcaster, he hosts The Paul Chowdhry PudCast for Global Player. He’s renowned as the most successful British Indian stand-up comedians in history, and has sold out Wembley Arena, putting him in the top 10 bestselling comics in 2017. His comedy is known for b…

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Big Fish Extra Catch: All you REALLY need to know about fasting, cold plunging and clean eating 26:14

2M ago26:14

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We’re coming to the end of the series, and I’ve absolutely loved making these bonus episodes with Shaun. I wanted to take a look at my personal highlights from the series. So I’ve rounded up the best evidence-based tips on the most popular topics we’ve covered in this series. We’re looking at fasting, cold plunging and clean eating - it’s a quick l…

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S4 E14: Deborah Meaden: Confidence, self-belief and self-reliance: Becoming one of the UK's most famous businesswomen 52:59

3M ago52:59

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Deborah Meaden is one of Britain’s best known business names - and I’ve been wanting her on the podcast ever since we launched. She’s a highly successful entrepreneur and has been an investor on Dragons’ Den since 2006. Her new book, Deborah Meaden Talks Money has been described as an unmissable book about money and finance for young people - and i…

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Big Fish Extra Catch: Understanding metabolism - what is it and can I speed it up? 23:41

3M ago23:41

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Metabolism is a bit of a buzzword at the moment. This week Spencer and Shaun explore what it is and whether you can actually speed it up.By Global

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S4 E13: Gordon Smart: Abuse, acid attacks and f*cked up celebrities: My time as a tabloid editor 50:30

3M ago50:30

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Gordon Smart is a broadcaster and journalist. His impressive rise to one of the jobs at the Sun newspaper at such a young age is absolutely remarkable. He became the showbiz editor at just 26 years old, and was appointed editor of the Scottish Sun at just 32. But at 36 he decided to pack it all in - telling me he couldn’t handle it, could no longer…

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Big Fish Extra Catch: Is taking supplements actually worth it? 29:41

3M ago29:41

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In this episode, the lowdown on supplements and whether they can really benefit your health and lifestyle. Multivitamins, omega 3, vitamin D, protein powders and creatine... Shaun and Spencer bust some of the myths that surround them.By Global

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S4 E12: Angela Scanlon: How I manifested my TV career 51:03

3M ago51:03

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Angela Scanlon is a presenter and author. She’s presented huge shows for the BBC including The One Show, and has just taken over Graham Norton as the weekend breakfast presenter on Virgin Radio. She’s also the co-founder of the jewellery brand frkl. In this interview we talked about how she manifested her hugely successful TV career, how being a se…

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Big Fish Extra Catch: Cutting the crap and busting gut health myths 26:13

3M ago26:13

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In this episode we're telling you all you need to know about the gut microbiome - and why a healthy gut is crucial for improving your physical health, mental health and immune system.By Global

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S4 E11: Jax Jones: Abandoned as a baby to generating 10 billion streams 44:23

3M ago44:23

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Timucin Lam, known professionally as Jax Jones, is a DJ, record producer and remixer. He rose to prominence in 2014 by featuring on Duke Dumont's number-one single "I Got U". Jax Jones is a trailblazer in the music industry - he has 8 UK Top 10 singles, 8 UK platinum singles, over 60 million single sales and a staggering 10 billion global audio str…

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Big Fish Extra Catch: The best ways to recover after a gruelling workout 25:38

4M ago25:38

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What are the best ways to recovery after a gruelling workout or endurance training? In this episode of Extra Catch with Shaun Stafford we're looking at the best ways to maximise recovery.By Global

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S4 E10: Jason Fox: 'It wasn’t the military that fucked me up, it was normal life’ 53:40

4M ago53:40

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Jason Fox, usually known as Foxy, is a television personality, adventurer and former UK Special Forces soldier and Royal Marine Commando. He joined the marines at just 16 - serving for ten years, after which he passed the gruelling selection process for the special forces. After leaving the military he’s become a bestselling author and is probably …

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Big Fish Extra Catch: Why women need to lift weights 26:01

4M ago26:01

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Are you scared to lift weights out of fear you'll get too muscly? Do you want to give it a go but haven't a clue where to start? In this episode of Extra Catch with Shaun Stafford, we're giving the lowdown on why women should strength train: weight loss, increased metabolism, improving bone and joint health and hormonal balance. PS: You won't end u…

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S4 E9: TJ Power: Neuroscientist on why your phone, porn and ultra-processed food is ruining your mental health 53:16

4M ago53:16

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TJ Power is a neuroscientist, co-founder of Neurify and author of The DOSE effect, which is out later this year. TJ has gained a huge following online for his groundbreaking approach to mental health - particularly in the face of the challenges posed by our modern, digitally-driven lives. In this episode, TJ breaks down how we can all optimise our …

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Big Fish Extra Catch: Am I addicted to caffeine? 26:26

4M ago26:26

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How much caffeine is too much? In this episode of Extra Catch with Shaun Stafford, we're taking a deep dive into caffeine. Is it actually bad for you? How can I optimise it for performance? And when does its overuse become too dependent?By Global

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S4 E8: Christine McGuinness on autism, celibacy and her father’s heroin addiction 41:54

4M ago41:54

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This episode contains discussion around suicide and eating disorders. If you are affected by anything you hear in this episode and need support, please see the suggested helpline and website links below. Christine McGuinness is a television personality, former beauty queen and most recently, an influential advocate for autism awareness. A few years…

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Big Fish Extra Catch: How I'm preparing for my toughest challenge yet 32:26

4M ago32:26

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What is the secret to endurance training? I've completed multiple extreme challenges - most recently an ultra marathon in the Amazon jungle and another in the Sahara, Marathon des Sables. In this episode with Shaun Stafford are giving you the lowdown on how I train for such events and how I keep focussed. I'll also reveal how I'm currently training…

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S4 E7: Bryony Gordon: The devastating truth about alcoholism, addiction and getting sober 49:14

4M ago49:14

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This episode contains discussion around addiction and mental health. If you are affected by anything you hear in this podcast, please speak to your GP. Bryony Gordon is a journalist and author. Across her Telegraph column and bestselling books, she’s spoken openly about her mental health struggles, including living with OCD, alcoholism, drug addict…

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Big Fish Extra Catch: The shocking impact of alcohol to your body and mind 25:47

5M ago25:47

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What actually happens to your mind and body when you drink alcohol? In this week's episode of Extra Catch with Shaun Stafford we're exploring why alcohol is so damaging for you. If you're struggling with alcohol, Drinkline is the free national alcohol helpline. You can call 0300 123 1110 (weekdays 9am to 8pm, weekends 11am to 4pm).…

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S4 E6: Robin Sharma: How to transform your mindset on money, success and happiness 56:05

5M ago56:05

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Is happiness overrated? What's the secret to achieving true wealth? This week I'm joined by Robin Sharma - a bestselling author and globally celebrated leadership expert - to find out how you can transform your life. Robin's mentored sports superstars and financial titans and reveals the incredible secrets to their success. Robin's sold more than 2…

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Big Fish Extra Catch: Clean eating: Unnecessary restriction or a gamechanger? 23:41

5M ago23:41

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One of the most common questions in my direct messages is 'what do you eat?' So in this episode Shaun Stafford and I are talking about diet and clean eating. We discuss: what clean eating is, what the benefits are and whether clean it's too difficult to sustain long-term.By Global

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S4 E5: Sophia Webster: The British shoe designer loved by Beyoncé, Taylor Swift and Rihanna 41:59

5M ago41:59

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Sophia Webster is a British luxury accessories designer, who founded her label in 2012. Her instantly recognisable shoes have been worn by the likes of Beyoncé, Rhianna, Taylor Swift and Oprah. She was first stocked in Brown’s after winning a shoe designer competition when studying at the Royal College of Art and is now sold in over 200 stores worl…

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Big Fish Extra Catch: Fitness trackers: Are they worth it? 27:11

5M ago27:11

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Is a fitness tracker essential for training? What does the data tell us and how can it be optimised? In this episode with Shaun Stafford, we talk you through how you can best use your tracker and whether they're worth the money.By Global

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S4 E4: Amy Dowden: How a lifetime of illness and competitive dancing gave me the strength to face cancer at 32 51:13

5M ago51:13

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Amy Dowden is a professional dancer, best known for being one of the pros on Strictly Come Dancing, one of the UK’s most-watched TV programmes. Amy has shown phenomenal strength and resilience throughout her whole life. As a teen she was diagnosed with Crohn’s - an inflammatory bowel disease - and in May last year, she was diagnosed with grade 3 br…

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Big Fish Extra Catch: The damaging effects of lack of sleep may surprise you 25:22

5M ago25:22

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Sleep: why do you need it and how can you optimise it? In this episode of Extra Catch with Shaun Stafford, we talk you through why sleep is crucial to our wellbeing and we also bust some common sleep myths.By Global

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S4 E3: Richard Hammond: What it’s really like to face death and how it changed me 45:03

5M ago45:03

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Richard Hammond is best known as one of the presenters of Top Gear - one of the most commercially successful ever BBC shows, which was watched by more than 350 million people across the world. Along with Jeremy Clarkson and James May they presented the show from 2002 until 2015, and since 2016 presented The Grand Tour for Amazon. 18 years ago, Rich…

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Big Fish Extra Catch: Why you should cold plunge 27:00

5M ago27:00

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If you follow me on Instagram, you'll know I LOVE ice bathing. It's a recent addition to my morning routine, but I don't think I'll ever go back. In this episode of Extra Catch with Shaun Stafford we're talking about deliberate cold exposure: how I got into it, what the benefits are and what actually happens to your body. As always, please do your …

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S4 E2: Aston Merrygold: The real story of what happened after the X-Factor 47:40

6M ago47:40

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Aston Merrygold is best known as a member of JLS - one of the most successful ever acts from the X-Factor. JLS have achieved five number one singles and a number one album - and sold more than 10 million records, making them one of the most successful British boy bands. They disbanded in 2013, before reuniting in 2020 with a huge sellout tour. In t…

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Big Fish Extra Catch: You asked, we delivered: Fasting 101 32:32

6M ago32:32

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Welcome to a brand new series of bonus episodes of Big Fish. Last series we focused on improving our mental health and resilience, but this series we're turning our focus to physical health. This year I'm training for something incredibly exciting - I'm trying to break a world record for charity and I need to be as fit as possible. I've roped in my…

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S4 E1: Romesh Ranganathan: 'I feel completely undeserving of whatever success I have' 48:05

6M ago48:05

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Romesh Ranganathan is a comedian and presenter. He's one of the UK's most popular and successful stand-up comics, who's about to embark on his new tour Hustle. Romesh is so honest in this interview. He talks about suffering from imposter syndrome and the impact of his world changing overnight when his dad left his mother for another woman and soon …

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Season 4 - coming soon! 1:49

6M ago1:49

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Season 4 of Big Fish is launching next Wednesday 6th March with Romesh Ranganathan. I cannot wait to share this next series with you - we're also launching a brand new series of bonus episodes, which I'll share with you soon.By Global

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Big Fish and Chip: Why you need to rethink failure 21:25

7M ago21:25

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In the final episode of season 3, Chip and I discuss the importance of learning from failure for personal and professional growth. Plus why making mistakes is essential to helping achieve your goals. We also have a chat about being prepared to failure and taking risks by stepping out of comfort zones can not only lead to personal growth but most im…

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S3 E15: Ali Abdaal: THIS is the secret to productivity 43:58

7M ago43:58

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Ali Abdaal is a doctor and one of the world’s most-followed productivity experts. In 2017, during his final year at Cambridge University, Ali started posting YouTube videos about health and productivity. His channel now has 7 million monthly views and over 5 million subscribers. And his online productivity courses have hundreds of thousands of stud…

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Big Fish and Chip: How to go sober 21:55

7M ago21:55

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We are over half way through January. But how is it going? In today's episode, with lots of people coming in to the month with plans for a whole reinvention of themselves to look healthier, be fitter and sober, Chip and I discuss all things for tackling sobriety in Dry January and beyond, plus how resilience plays a big part in our success.…

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S3 E14: Scott Walker: What a kidnap for ransom negotiator can teach you about handling crisis 1:00:11

7M ago1:00:11

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Scott Walker is one of the world’s most experienced kidnap for ransom negotiators. Over the course of his career, he’s helped resolve over 300 cases or similar crises. Scott spent 16 years as a Scotland Yard detective engaged in counter-terrorism operations and resolving kidnap for ransom cases and was also deployed to hostile environments on behal…

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Big Fish and Chip: Is imposter syndrome real? 20:33

8M ago20:33

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I'm sure you've heard of the phrase 'imposter syndrome' - but what is it? Is it real? In today's episode, Chip and I discuss why so many of us experience feeling like an imposter at work - and what the difference is between not feeling confident or competent and suffering from imposter syndrome.By Global

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S3 E13: Lurata Lyon: How I survived human trafficking 1:02:27

8M ago1:02:27

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This episode is suitable for over 18s only and contains details some people may find distressing. The episode includes a personal account of being trafficked, held captive, raped and abused. Lurata Lyon is a survivor of human trafficking. She grew up in former Yugoslavia and as the brutal war in Kosovo broke out, she was kidnapped by a human traffi…

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Big Fish and Chip: Fasting, ice baths and conscious breathing: The top health changes I’m taking into 2024 20:22

8M ago20:22

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Happy new year! Today we're talking about the health changes I made last year which I will be taking into 2024. In 2023 I found myself exploring and experimenting with a variety of different health fads, but here are the top 3 that have vastly improved my life. As always, please do your own research or consult your GP before trying any of these.…

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S3 E12: Ovie Soko: Panic attacks and instant fame: The dark side of reality TV 48:36

8M ago48:36

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This episode contains detailed discussion around panic attacks. If you or someone you know has been affected by anything you hear in this episode please speak to your GP. Ovie Soko is a TV personality and professional basketball player. He was catapulted into fame after reaching the final of Love Island in 2019. He won the public’s hearts with his …

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Big Fish and Chip: How to set goals, manage stress and identify problem drinking: My top tips from 2023 14:01

8M ago14:01

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I've absolutely loved recording these bonus episodes for season 3 of Big Fish. In this episode we're releasing our top 3 tips from 2023 - how to set goals, how to manage stress and how to identify whether you're a problem drinker. If you'd like to listen to these episodes in full, please listen back to episode 1 on drinking, episode 3 on goals and …

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