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The young entrepreneur podcast that documents and deconstructs the experiences of driven individuals Making it Big: revealing what methods, mentalities and motivations they stand by. Presented by two students on their very own mission to make something of their lives and navigate the world as young adults in the 21st century. Learn more and stay up-to-date on our Instagram @makingitbigpodcast (www.instagram.com/makingitbigpodcast)
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We are talking with different people to better understand ourselves and others. Sharing tools and tips on how to live our lives with more purpose and peace.
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9: Overcomplicating food is bad for our mental health…how to keep it simple and enjoyable with Dr Lisa Gatenby
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Dr Lisa Gatenby registered nutritionist offers a real-world view on the chaos and confusion which surrounds what and how we eat. This podcast is full of scientifically backed advice and support to take the stress and guilt out of our relationship with food. Lisa discusses the way in which we over complicate food with an excessive amount of food inf…
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8: How to make friends with exercise and alter your perspective for good with Dr Paula Watson
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Paula is an experienced BPS Chartered Psychologist with 18 years’ experience of developing and delivering health behaviour change interventions. Paula’s vast experience of working with different people to build exercise as a long lasting habit has created a wealth of effective tricks, tools and techniques which she discusses in this podcast. So man…
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7: Why buying things makes us sad….materialism and mental health with Dr Louise Lambert
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Dr Louise Lambert, employee wellbeing specialist and positive psychologist explores the issue of materialism, the high valuation of material goods. Louise unpicks the way in which our focus on buying thing negatively impacts our mental health. Louise describes the consistent inverse relationship between materialism and wellbeing; such that as mater…
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Listen to Carey as she explains how fear and anxiety, common emotions that overwhelm so many of us are detrimental to our health. Carey describes how these powerful emotions extract energy from us and alter our daily experiences, mood and reactions. This podcast helps us to understand how we can begin to cognitively understand, detect and manage fe…
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5: How we can imagine ourselves into a better place. Visualisation and mental health with Maya Raichoora
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Maya Raichoora, expert in mental fitness and TEDx speaker describes the power of visualisation to reverse a medical condition in her own life. Maya discusses how the power of imagination led to an empowered journey to take charge of her own health. Maya illustrates the way our own thoughts and beliefs limit us and describes how we can begin to use …
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4: How culture, art and history can help us think differently with Dr Louise Lambert
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In this interesting conversation Dr Louise Lambert, employee wellbeing specialist and positive psychologist describes how art and history can support positive mental health. Louise discusses how art evokes emotion. This is the role of art. Within this there is room for contemplation and reflection. We can examine what we feel and why. Art and cultu…
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3: For every back problem..... there is a back story. How our bodies and minds are interlinked with Rachel Wilkinson
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A chiropractor for over 20 years, Rachel Wilkinson has an intuitive understanding of the way the body reflects so much of our mental health and trauma. In this podcast she describes how so many problems relating to our back and body have a root in mental health. Rachel illustrates with real -life example clients who present with pain and dysfunctio…
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2: You are not 'broken'.....why anxiety is doing exactly what it should and how to embrace it for change, with Jonny Ward
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Why your anxiety is serving a purpose and how you can reframe it". Content descriptor: Jonny Ward aka 'The Anxious Firefighter' brings a fresh perspective on anxiety. A station manager in the Fire and Rescue Service in the North of England he describes his own raw and traumatic journey with anxiety across his career. He explains how he learnt to ma…
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We are talking with different people to better understand ourselves and others. Sharing tools and tips on how to live our lives with more purpose and peace. Join us from wherever you may be and indulge in the conversations we have to offer.By On Wellbeing
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#14: Sam Davies — freelancer, filmmaker & director: what it takes to chase the dream
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In this episode, we are joined by Director and founder of Atlas Film Company — Samuel Davies (@davies_sam). Sam’s dream is to build Atlas and his personal brand to stand alongside the world’s greatest storytellers. We discuss his passion for filmmaking, how he overcame an intense burnout a couple of years back, and what it really takes to chase the…
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#13: Hayley Bennett — race, diversity & inclusion: building values into your business from the start
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In this episode, we are joined by the multi-award winning diversity and inclusion consultant, and passionate equality campaigner — Hayley Bennett (@hayleytvb). In response to her own first-hand experiences, Hayley has made it her mission to inspire individuals and organisations to adopt a more sustainable and inclusive outlook. We discuss what it t…
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#12: Alfie Laurence — The Accidental Entrepreneur: founding a travel business at university, aged 23
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In this episode, we are joined by the recent Bristol graduate and founder of Student Travel Tips — Alfie Laurence (@alfielaurence1). Inspired by his own year abroad, Alfie is on a mission to support other students who are living, studying and working abroad. We discuss Alfie's journey, including how he 'fell into entrepreneurship', the importance o…
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#11: James Marshall-Baquedano — role modelling: challenging stigma & transforming the model industry
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In this episode, we are joined by the model and co-founder of Able Model Management — James Marshall-Baquedano (@jamesmb73). Drawing on his creative background and inspired by his own modelling experiences, James is determined to disrupt the industry by instilling one key concept - “fashion is for everyone”. We discuss how he got started, the wider…
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#10: Cassa Jackson — finding a creative output, building a personal brand, artist or entrepreneur?
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To celebrate our 10th episode, we are joined by and have an exclusive performance from the 22-year-old singer/songwriter — Cassa Jackson (@cassajackson). Not only is Cassa a full-time student at the University of Bristol, she is also Making it Big in the music industry, having performed at Wembley Arena, Colour Day Festival and supported the Jackso…
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#9: Harry Beard — Gen Z: 'the generation of opportunity', starting young & embracing failure
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In this episode, we are joined by the co-founder of Future Labs and Prospect 100 — Harry Beard (@harryckb, www.prospect100.com). Not only has Harry given a profound TEDx talk on the topic of Generation Z, he is actively working on new projects and competitions to help empower and inspire the next generation. We talk to Harry about where his motivat…
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#8: Robbie Singh — game development, joining a start-up & managing a side hustle
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In this episode we are joined by game developer and young entrepreneur — Robbie Singh (@robbiesingh93). Robbie's day job is at the esports betting start-up, Midnite, but in his free time he has co-founded Omeda Studios and is planning to take the Multiplayer Online Battle Arena video game genre by storm with the brand new Predecessor Game. Give thi…
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#7: Daisy Stapley-Bunten — taking risks, seeing opportunity & choosing success
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This episode we are joined by the COO of Corporate Entertainment Professionals — Daisy Stapley-Bunten (@daisystapleyb). Having graduated from the University of East Anglia with an English literature degree in 2016, Daisy went on to work for a B2B publishing company where she founded and edited her first ever publication - the reputable and hugely s…
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#6: Conflict: disagreeing to disagree, using conflict to your advantage
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In this episode, we confront conflict itself and question whether it has a value in entrepreneurship and teamwork. When is it okay to back yourself and go against the grain? When is too much a bad thing? And how do we keep it positive and avoid arguments getting personal? Listen to hear why we think conflict leads to better results. Follow us and h…
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#5: Frankie Woolf — woman in sport, tech & business, from minority to role model
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In our first guest episode, we are joined by Bristol Women's Rugby Club Captain, aspiring computer scientist and young entrepreneur in the making — Frankie Woolf (@frankiewoolf). We discuss the topic of sport and its parallels with business and teamwork at all levels. Frankie opens up about her motivations for entering into what are traditionally s…
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#4: Influencer vs. Entrepreneur: what counts, the role of social media today & the future of entrepreneurship
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In this episode, we delve into the debates around influencers and entrepreneurs, and the emerging role of social media in business today. Do influencers only want to 'get-rich-quick' versus entrepreneurs who commit to 'hard-work-pays-off'? Are the lines blurred? Are we underestimating what it takes to be an effective influencer? Listen to hear our …
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#3: University: the power of people & place, making the most of your networks & environment
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In this episode, we chat about how important environment is in facilitating connections and successes for us. We breakdown the opportunities and pitfalls of university and give our verdict as to whether we think it's worth it in today's world. Follow us and have your say on our Instagram @makingitbigpodcast…
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#2: Why you should aim to Make it Big: a mindset not just a destination
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In this episode, we talk about what we mean when we say Making it Big, and why we think more people can set it as their ambition - even if you don't live up to it. We deconstruct our mindsets and methods for keeping ourselves motivated, especially during tough times. Follow us and have your say on our Instagram @makingitbigpodcast…
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#1: This is Making it Big: the young entrepreneur podcast for anyone
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In the first episode of Making it Big, we introduce a little about who we are, our motivations for starting a podcast and what you can expect from us. Stick around! Follow us and learn more on our Instagram @makingitbigpodcast
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