Best Natasha Barnes Podcasts (2024)

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Series 5 - Episode 39: Gloucester-Hartpury go back to back with a consecutive Championship Title; GB Sevens Men fail to reach the Olympics; England win in Tokyo 1:08:16

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The final pod of the season and a big thank you for sticking with us! A great one to finish on as Gloucester-Hartpury win their second consecutive PWR title, beating Bristol Bears in an exciting encounter down at Sandy Park. We discuss the day, the game and the after party! We also chat about the failure of GB Sevens men to reach the Olympic games …

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Ep 60 - Dr Robyne Hanley-Dafoe - Author of Calm Within The Storm: A Pathway to Everyday Resiliency 1:03:11

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Grab a notebook and pen, and listen to Dr Robyne, the Resiliency Expert talk about what makes a resilient person, how we have to fall apart sometimes, and why stress is good. Described as one of the most sought-after, engaging, thought-provoking and truly transformative international speakers and scholars in her field, Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe is a …

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Ep 59 - Lucy Oakley-Denver - From British Intelligence Agencies to Antidotal Intelligence 1:44:20

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"I wrote a blog post, a few years ago, called two fingers up narcissistic sociopath. And then I rewrote it a few years later, with a thank you narcissistic sociopaths, because I was like, I wouldn't be here if I hadn't been through those experiences, and I love where I am now." What does our breath rate have to do with resilience? What does working…

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Series 5 - Episode 38: Season Review - 2023/2024 1:03:41

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Our attempt at a sensible and succinct review of the 2023/24 Gloucester Rugby Season. Ed Price James Eastwood (Snowy) Jim Harley

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Series 5 - Episode 37: An interview with Natasha 'Mo' Hunt and Zoe Aldcroft 49:05

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Jim and Ed are joined by Gloucester-Hartpury co-captains Natasha 'Mo' Hunt and Zoe Aldcroft. They chat about this season, hopes for the future and more success (hopefully) including next years' World Cup and The Lions. Ed Price Jim Harley Zoe Aldcroft Natasha 'Mo' Hunt

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Series 5 - Episode 36: Gloucester fall at the Final hurdle; A Sixth Champions Cup win for Toulouse; Gloucester Hartpury taste defeat for the first time this season 1:22:44

2M ago1:22:44

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The eggs were all in one basket, but they were left scrambled by the Sharks at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. We chat through Gloucester's defeat in the Challenge Cup Final, where we think it went wrong and our experiences of the day and the final. The lads also discuss Toulouse winning their sixth Champions Cup in one of the all time great finals, as …

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Ep 58 - Helen Mort - The power of poetry and activism in times of resilience 38:30

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When we can we use action, and even activism, as resilience? What are the parallels between Helen's own experiences to the subject of her latest biography, Ethel Haythornthwaite? Helen Mort is award-winning author based in Sheffield. She has published three poetry collections and the novel Black Car Burning, as well as a short story collection and …

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Series 5 - Episode 35: Gloucester win final league game of the season; Cup final build up 1:16:46

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Following an awful league campaign, Gloucester signed off at Kingsholm with a win over Newcastle Falcons. We chat through the game, the positives and how we should view a win over an obviously poor opposition. Meanwhile, Gloucester-Hartpury continue their unbeaten run and secured top spot in the PWR. Finally we continue the Challenge Cup final buil…

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Series 5 - Episode 34: An interview with Gloucester Rugby Captain, Lewis Ludlow 47:44

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A chat with Lewis Ludlow about this season, the difficulties and challenges, his average week, how he deals with defeat and victory and whether he could secure Taylor Swift tickets. Ed Price Jim Harley Lewis Ludlow

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Series 5 - Episode 33: Gloucester lose 90 (NINETY) Nil away to Northampton; Rugby's new laws for next season 1:10:25

2M ago1:10:25

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Just when we thought it couldn't get any worse...A record all-time defeat for Gloucester, losing 90 points to nil away to Northampton Saints. There have been plenty of excuses trotted out to account for the dreadful league form and in particular this most embarrassing defeat. We discuss them and try to work out if any are 'legitimate'. We also chat…

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Ep 57 - Jo Moseley - Navigating divorce and bereavements to find JOY and become a bestselling author 1:20:38

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When we feel at rock bottom, how do we pull ourselves back up? Jo Moseley, 59, is a single Mum of two grown up sons living on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Alongside a lovely day job, Jo is a bestselling author, podcaster and award winning tiny filmmaker. Jo talks about some of the difficult moments in her life, when she has been forced to be br…

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Series 5 - Episode 32: Gloucester beat Benetton Treviso to reach their 5th European Final; Semi-Final weekend review and Stuart Barnes' Times article 57:09

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Gloucester Rugby are heading to Tottenham after beating Benetton Treviso in the European Challenge Cup Semi-Final. We discuss the vast improvement on the previous week and the key performances, before running through our opponents in the Final - Sharks after their comeback win over Clermont. We also chat about the Champions Cup Semi finals before p…

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Series 5 - Episode 31: Possibly the angriest pod ever as Gloucester lose to Exeter at home; Red Roses Grand Slam, Glos-Hartpury come third in the Cup; Billy Vunipola, RFU and PRL agreement 1:14:40

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Firstly an apology as we have decided to leave a lot more of the swearing in this weeks pod, but we are sure you understand why. Gloucester lose another league game, this time to Exeter Chiefs, but it was the manner of the defeat and the apparent contempt shown to the Season ticket holders that grates most. Four very angry Cherry Jammers discuss th…

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Ep 56 - James Wythe 'Healthy Living James' - From bed bound ME/CFS suffered to food blogger with 1 million followers 1:06:39

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How did James Wythe go from years bed bound with ME/CFS to sharing his recipes, to full time food blogger? What has his journey taught him about resilience? James Wythe, better known as Healthy Living James, is a qualified health coach, cookbook author and full time food blogger with over 1 million followers. Growing up James was incredibly sporty,…

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Series 5 - Episode 30: A much changed and young Gloucester side defeated away to Saracens, but snag a try bonus point; The Red Roses continue to win but is there a danger from too many one sided wins 57:29

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Back to the league again and another defeat - this time expected as a young and much changed Gloucester side lost away to Saracens. However a plucky final 10 minutes took advantage of some sloppy Sarries play and secured a Try bonus point. We chat through the game, whether the squad selection was the correct one is probably still to be decided, but…

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Ep 55 - Clare Rutter - Paddler and Brain Injury Survivor 1:11:18

3M ago1:11:18

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When life gives us a traumatic brain injury and cancer diagnosis can we find the positives in it? Clare Rutter believes we can and share's her incredible story. Clare Rutter is a micro adventurer and explorer, a paddlesports & outdoors enthusiast. Clare was British Canoeing #ShePaddles Ambassador for Canoe Wales and paddles in South Wales & South W…

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Series 5 - Episode 29: Gloucester reach the European Challenge Cup Final with a gritty win over Ospreys; European round-up and Mythical Gloucester games remembered 57:44

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Gloucester's incredible run in knock out competitions continues with a Quarter Final win over Ospreys. It means a Semi Final against Benetton Treviso in early May. We chat through the game and how the club might need to prioritise the Cup at the expense of the remaining league games. We also round-up the whole weekend of European fixtures, includin…

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Ep 54 - Leonie Charlton - Writer and Poet talks about grief 1:04:14

3M ago1:04:14

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Warning: just over 30 minutes into the podcast we briefly mention a suicide and miscarriage in passing. What can we learn from the animal world about resilience? Where do rituals fit in with grief and resilience? Leonie Charlton is a writer, and is passionate about our relationship as the human animal with the rest of the natural world. She is auth…

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Series 5 - Episode 28: Gloucester reach the Quarter Finals of the Challenge Cup; Bristol defeat review; Being blocked by Stephen Jones and full Last 16 European Round-up 1:19:12

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After a week off, we are back to review the whole weekend of European Rugby as Gloucester reach the Quarter Finals of the Challenge Cup following a hard fought win over Castres at Kingsholm. We also chat through the previous weeks league defeat to Bristol, before discussing all the games and the Quarter Final prospects in both European competitions…

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Ep 53 - Jen Zwinck - Widow Advocate, Author, and Host of Widow 180: The Podcast, 1:12:16

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How do you even start to get over the brutal murder of your husband? It seems completely insurmountable... but this is something Jen Zwinck talks us through on this incredible episode. Jen's advice on how we rebuild our lives after a devastating bereavements is also something we can draw from for getting through any tough times, break ups, or chang…

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Ep 52 - Natasha Carthew - Poet and Author who talks about resilience in poverty 53:01

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Natasha Carthew is a working-class writer from Cornwall. We discuss resilience around poverty. How can cultivating positivity and creativity build resilience? Her book Undercurrent: A Cornish Memoir of Poverty, Nature and Resilience, is out now in hardback, with the paperback out on 11 April 2024. She has written ten books, including poetry, three …

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Series 5 - Episode 27: Gloucester beat Leicester at Welford Road for the first time since 2007; Women's Six Nations Review; TMO issues and Bristol preview 1:08:29

4M ago1:08:29

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This episode is dedicated to the memory of Ruby Cole, a young Gloucester supporter who tragically passed away last week. All our thoughts are with Jo and Neville at this difficult time, as well as all of Ruby's family and friends. There is a Go Fund Me page, in memory of Ruby, aiming to raise funds for Great Western Air Ambulance. The link can be f…

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Series 5 - Episode 26: Gloucester win the Premiership Cup Final at Kingsholm; Six Nations Final weekend review 1:08:09

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After 9 long years, Gloucester once again win some silverware after beating Leicester in the Premiership Cup Final at a raucous Kingsholm. We chat through the game, the performances that made a difference, the atmosphere and even the music. We also discuss the final weekend of Six Nations action, including a review of another encouraging England pe…

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Series 5 - Episode 25: England beat Ireland with their best performance in 5 years; Italy beat Scotland and Wales heading for the Wooden Spoon; Glos-Hartpury secure a Home Semi and Prem Final preview 1:09:03

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After five long years of generally seeing England put in average performances (all be it, with some good results) finally a performance to be proud of as the men in white ruined Ireland's Grand Slam dreams. The lads chat through all the Six Nations action, including Italy's deserved win over Scotland and a resurgent French side hammering Wales. Mea…

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Series 5 - Episode 24: Gloucester-Hartpury make it 12 wins from 12 in the league, Gareth Anscombe and Christian Wade rumours, Jake Polledri retires and Listener Questions 1:12:04

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A massive thank you to everyone who sent in some questions over the past week. We have decided to focus on the quick fire ones this time round as we want to make sure we have a full house for the more 'in-depth' questions. Gloucester Hartpury continued their unbeaten run in the league, making it 12 from 12 - Jim gives us the lowdown on the game and…

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Ep 51 - Abbie Barnes - Filmmaker, Mental Health Advocate and Founder of Spend More Time In The WILD 1:22:36

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Content warning: This episode contains discussions around suicide, self harm and eating disorders. 'Resilience is Growth' Abbie Barnes is an award-winning presenter, filmmaker, and mountain leader with a passion for tying wellbeing to expeditions and adventures. They are also the founder of the organisation Spend More Time In The WILD and host one …

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Ep 50 - Nick Jonsson - From Adversity and Loss to International Bestselling Author 45:25

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Nick Jonsson's story of overcoming adversity is an inspiration to all. Nick candidly shares how redundancy, personal health decline, and turning to alcohol led to a divorce and separation from his son, marking his lowest point. This period, along with the tragic loss of a friend who died by suicide, however, was a turning point for Nick, propelling…

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Series 5 - Episode 23: Gloucester reach the Premiership Cup Final; Leicester win to set-up Kingsholm showpiece; Glos-Hartpury reach the top; England A Squad announcement plus rumours and re-signings 1:25:25

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A hard fought win for Gloucester over defending Champions Exeter means the Cherry and Whites have reached their first Final since 2018 - a win for Leicester away to Ealing, means that Kingsholm will be the venue. We discuss the performances, the win and how the cup competitions continue to give us hope for the season. The lads also chat through the…

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Series 5 - Episode 22: Glos Hartpury with another comeback win; England beat Wales; Scotland hilariously robbed, Ireland ease to a win over Italy; How can we fix rugby? 1:23:51

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Another superb comeback for Gloucester Hartpury as they overturn a large second half deficit to beat local rivals Bristol. Jim takes us through the game and the importance of keeping this unbeaten run going. Elsewhere, in the Six Nations, England managed to sneak a win over a young Wales side, Ireland eased passed a disappointing Italy while Scotla…

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Ep 49 - Alastair Humphreys - Adventurer and Writer 57:01

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How does an adventurer deal with not going on adventures anymore? We talk about resilience for expeditions, resilience for the tough times in life we haven't chosen, social media envy, and Alastair's tip for dealing with negative book reviews in a very public manner... Alastair Humphreys is a British Adventurer and Author of 15 books. He spent over…

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Series 5 - Episode 21: Six Nations Round One review; Potential Saudi investment into Gloucester; Glos-Hartpury's incredible comeback and general nonsense about American Football 1:30:27

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Just when we thought we would be having a relatively quiet few weeks discussing the Six Nations and the Glos-Hartpury women's fixtures, news broke of potential Saudi investment into Gloucester and three other Premiership clubs. The guys give their honest opinions on the issue, before chatting through Gloucester-Hartpury's incredible comeback win ov…

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Ep 48 - Fabrice Desmarescaux - Using the Art of Retreat for Resilience 1:00:20

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How would you feel if I told you to go and do nothing for a morning? No phones, no distractions, just you? In the episode Fabrice Desmarescaux tells us the benefits of taking time out, and why stopping can be the key to our resilience. Fabrice Desmarescaux works with CEOs and their teams to help them reach higher levels of performance and conscious…

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Series 5 - Episode 20: Gloucester win their first league game in 10! Premiership Cup dilemma; Six Nations preview 1:03:31

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After 100 days, 9 consecutive league defeats and lots and lots of misery the Cherry and Whites finally managed to put in a decent performance to beat an all be it depleted Sale Sharks side. The lads chat through the performance, the improvements, the key players and the much needed perspective to the result. We also discuss the upcoming Premiership…

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Ep 47 - Aziz Musa - An Entrepreneur Navigating Resilience in Crisis Zone 48:56

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What did the youngest public company CEO in the UK learn about resilience? How did he survive when war broke out in the street he was working? How do we develop resilience each day? Aziz Musa was the youngest public company CEO in the UK, and he had already made significant strides in the corporate world. However, it was his venture into Sudan in 2…

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Series 5 - Episode 19: Two wins in Europe, another game against Castres; Glos-Hartpury keep on winning; LRZ off to the NFL 1:10:18

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After a week off due to Ed not having a voice following the victory up in a cold Edinburgh, the boys are back and for once are generally happy! We chat through both victories and a much better performance against an all be it weakened French opposition. Could this be the catalyst for a win in the league over Sale Sharks? We also mull over Glos-Hart…

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Ep 46 - Lunden Souza - NLP Master Practitioner and Podcast Host 1:00:05

6M ago1:00:05

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'Resilience is the willingness to be stretched' How do we process tough times, how do we embrace being uncomfortable, and where does forgiveness fit into resilience? Lunden Souza is host of the Self Love & Sweat, former personal trainer turned International Online Life Coach and Master NLP Practitioner. Self Love & Sweat The Podcast is the place wh…

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Ep 45 - John R Spender - created the best-selling book series A Journey Of Riches 1:01:22

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How do show resilience in the midst of chaos? How can we rebuild our lives after adversity? John Spender is a 36-time International Best Selling co-author, who didn't learn how to read and write at a basic level until he was ten-years-old. He has since traveled to more than 65 countries, territories and started many businesses leading him to create…

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Series 5 - Episode 18: Listeners Questions - Best pub? Which Bath player we would sign? What would we waste £200k on? Oh and the review of Gloucester's ninth consecutive league defeat to Bath 43:53

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A new record broken for Gloucester Rugby and an unwanted one at that. The Cherry and Whites slipped to their ninth consecutive league defeat, this time away to arch rivals Bath. We chat through the game and the need for change, especially in the coaching department. Before that we do have some fun with your excellent questions sent in via Twitter, …

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Series 5 - Episode 17: Two defeat over Christmas including at Twickenham; the BIG GAME Experience; Success for Glos-Hartpury and missing Stats 1:09:57

7M ago1:09:57

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After two more defeats in the league, Gloucester have now equalled the worst run in the Premiership for the club of consecutive losses. Are there any positives to pull out (other than four losing bonus points)? What next for George Skivington and the rest of the coaches? Will the Bath game be where we pull the plug? We discuss the performances and …

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Ep 44 - Imogen Furlong - Caving Expedition Leader 1:05:42

7M ago1:05:42

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Imogen Furlong, Imo, has an impressive track record as a cave expedition leader. Imo broke ground leading the first expeditions to the Shan plateau in Myanmar. She's also explored the deepest cave in China, was the first to complete the deepest cave traverse in Mexico, and was part of the team who connected and surveyed the longest cave in India. H…

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Series 5 - Episode 16: The return of the Cherryettes (sort of); Reworking a classic; Successive European wins and new threads for Glos-Hartpury 58:33

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Two successive wins in Europe have given the club a bit of positivity after a few disappointing weeks. We chat through the victories over Clermont and Black Lion, while also discussing the reworking by the club and local band Tux Fizz of "We are the Glo'ster Boys", the (sort of) return of the Cherryettes and Glos-Hartpury's excellent start to their…

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Ep 43 - Isaac Kenyon - Mental Health Advocate, Adventurer, and Speaker 58:33

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CW - we mention suicidal thoughts and ideation in this episode "Resilience is a reaction" - Isaac Kenyon talks how embracing failure, teamwork and nature have helped him manage his own mental health from a young age. Isaac Kenyon, is a British geoscientist, eco-adventurer and international keynote speaker, who has undertaken world-record achievemen…

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Ep 42 - Jenny Tough - Adventurer and Writer 1:08:32

8M ago1:08:32

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CW: We do mention eating disorders on this episode What do solo adventurers teach us about resilience? Can we practise resilience to get us through the tough days and adversity we don't choose? Jenny Tough describes herself as an Adventurer, Storyteller, Mountain Lover. In this episode we talk about solo adventures, fear, depression, eating disorde…

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Series 5 - Episode 15: Gloucester defeated again - what are the next steps for the players, board and supporters; European preview and Farrell steps back from International duty 55:32

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Another week, another defeat. Six in a row for the third time under George Skivington. We ask what the players, board and the supporters need to do? Buckle up and endure the rest of the season, actively make moves to change things, should supporters consider making their feelings known more vocally? Is that 'too football'??? We also chat through th…

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Series 5 - Episode 14: Gloucester lose again at Home in the Slater Cup; Glos-Hartpury kick off their campaign with a big win over Leicester Women 1:03:09

8M ago1:03:09

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It's going to get better soon isn't it? Until then, we have to cope with yet another poor performance and big defeat at home. We chat through the latest loss to Leicester Tigers and try and find any positives from one of the more disappointing displays in a long time. However, we are cheered by the continuing brilliance of Gloucester-Hartpury as th…

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Ep 41 - Karly Arber - Entrepreneur, Female Founder, and Coach 1:04:17

8M ago1:04:17

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Content Warning - We discuss an abusive relationship in this episode. How do you come back from an abusive relationship, a court case with a famous popstar, and losing all your stock due to a shipping error? Karly has done all this in the last few years and tells us how she did it, and why letting go of shame, embarrassment and a fear of failure wa…

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Series 5 - Episode 13: Gloucester last minute heartbreak away to Exeter; RIP Ken Nottage; The future of Rugby once again in the balance including Promotion and Relegation (Again!) 1:17:50

8M ago1:17:50

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***Apologies for the delay in publishing this episode, blame Ed and his inability to press buttons in the correct order*** After a heart breaking last kick defeat away to Exeter for the Cherry and Whites, we discuss whether it was bad luck, or bad coaching that led to Gloucester chucking away a 9 point lead with 5 minutes to go. The guys also chat …

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Ep 40 - Joe French - Film maker, Climber, Musician, Barefoot runner, and Author 1:11:58

8M ago1:11:58

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‘Healing is an ongoing process. That is how to start moving forward. It's not a case of getting a certificate, ticking a box, and saying that I'm healed. It's about accepting what has happened and allowing it to become part of who I am, without it defining who I am, leaving me frozen in time.’ Joe French - Out of Mind Joe French is a Film maker, Cl…

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Ep 39 - Maria Coffey - Author and Adventurer 1:16:18

8M ago1:16:18

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Maria Coffey is an award-winning author and adventurer living in Canada and Spain. Her 13th book is out in November 2023 and called Instead: Navigating the Adventures of a Childfree Life She’s paddled a kayak all over the world; started the adventure travel company, Hidden Places, with her partner Dag; and co-founded the non-profit Elephant Earth I…

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Series 5 - Episode 12: Gloucester lose to Bath in the West Country Derby. 55:52

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After a superb first 40 minutes, unfortunately Gloucester were unable to stop their west country rivals from scoring 35 points in the second half to win once again at Kingsholm We discuss the performance, the game and where this leaves George Skivington. How long can this continue? Ed Price Lawrence Landray (Loz) Russ Brookes…

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