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Welcome to the active journey. Listen to inspirational conversations with remarkable guests from all walks of life. Some famous, some talented, some with just an amazing story to share.
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Welcome to "Playbook for Success," the ultimate podcast for professionals in the realms of kids activities, play, childcare, sports, leisure, and beyond. Hosted by industry veteran Mark Rasche and digital marketing expert Mike Roberts, this podcast is your go-to resource for invaluable insights, strategies, and stories from inspiring leaders in these dynamic sectors. Join us as we sit down with experts, entrepreneurs, and innovators to uncover the secrets to success, navigate through failure ...
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09 - Tommy Gentleman - Inspiring Change Through Sport
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Send us a Text Message. Today, Mark sits down with Tommy Gentleman, a record-breaking athlete, motivational speaker, and successful entrepreneur. Tommy shares his journey from world championship victories in sport jiu-jitsu to breaking a Guinness World Record in rugby conversions. He discusses his passion for sport, charity work through the Jamie G…
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08 - Isaak Dalglish: Representing Team GB and Promoting Parasport
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Send us a Text Message. Today, we are in the studio with Isaak Dalglish, a power badminton player representing Team GB! 🌟 Isaak shares his incredible journey from discovering badminton at age seven to competing on the international stage. A conversation about his experiences, the challenges he's overcome, and his vision for the future of parasport.…
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07 - Jeff King on Football, Coaching, and Career Highs and Lows
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Send us a Text Message. We're back!!! Kicking off Season 2 with an exhilarating episode featuring Jeff King, Chesterfield’s dynamic defender. From non-league football to professional debut against West Ham at the Olympic Stadium, Jeff’s story is packed with grit, resilience, and passion. Discover his rise through the ranks, his coaching days at Act…
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01 - Taking On Challenges - Active Ambitions with Mark Whitwood of Active Sports Group
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In their first ever episode of "Playbook for Success," Mark Rasche and Mike Roberts sit down with Mark Whitwood, founder of Active Sports Group. Discover Mark's journey from a passionate sports enthusiast to leading a successful children's activity business. He shares valuable insights on overcoming challenges, the importance of resilience, and str…
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06 - Crafting Champions: Inside the Mind of Port Vale Academy Director Will Ryder
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Active Journey Podcast, we chat with Will Ryder, Academy Director at Port Vale, exploring his impactful journey in football. From his early days as a promising player to becoming a pivotal figure in coaching and player development, Will shares insights into the essence of nurturing young talent and the…
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05 - Claire O'Connor of babyballet®️ - Redefining Ballet for the Next Generation
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Send us a Text Message. Today, on the Active Journey podcast, Mark is in conversation with Claire O'Connor, the visionary founder and CEO of the globally beloved preschool ballet franchise, babyballet®️. In this inspiring episode, Claire shares the powerful story behind her journey from grappling with personal challenges in the ballet world to pion…
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04 - Bonus Episode - Red Nose Day Active Ultra 100!
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Send us a Text Message. This year, we're lacing up our running shoes for a monumental challenge – the Active Ultra 100! Mark and Hugh are embarking on a 100-mile run in just 24 hours to support Comic Relief. But that's not all – we're inviting 100 schools to join our mission to get 20,000 children taking part in their own Active mile. Sign up your …
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03 - From Edge Hill to the EFL : Matty Donnelly's Journey in Sports Therapy
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of The Active Journey Podcast, Mark sits down with the experienced and insightful Matty Donnelly, the dedicated first team sports therapist at Bolton Wanderers. Matty shares his inspiring career path, starting from his educational roots to his crucial role in the world of professional football. Matty delves i…
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02 - Ryan Brierley - Rugby, Resilience, and Reinvention
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of "The Active Journey" podcast, I'm thrilled to sit down with Super League star Ryan Brierley. As we embark on the second episode of our series, Ryan shares his remarkable journey through the world of professional rugby league. Now in his 12th season and recently signed with his boyhood team, the Salford Red…
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01 - Beyond the Court: Charlotte Moore's Inspiring Paralympic Journey
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Send us a Text Message. In our first ever episode of "The Active Journey" podcast, I welcome a truly extraordinary guest, Team GB para basketball player Charlotte Moore. At just 25, Charlotte is not only a seasoned athlete training for her third Olympic Games in Paris, but also a beacon of resilience and determination. Join us as Charlotte opens up…
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