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Mindset KitchenEpisode 34 - Anna Lancaster: Clinical Hypnotherapist & Wellbeing ExpertAnna Lancaster is an industry-renowned authority in reprogramming the mind and mental wellbeing. A Clinical Hypnotherapist and certified Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT®) Practitioner, Anna uses powerful subconscious and pioneering neuroplasticity techniques to help people break free from behavioural patterns, blocks and limiting beliefs that are holding them back in life. Her holistic and bespoke approach empowers clients to achieve rapid, profound, long-lasting transformation – course-correcting them from survival mode to a life filled with abundance, joy, authenticity, success and creativity. She’s the best kept secret of society’s elite, with an international client base that spans musicians, actors...2025-07-0853 minMindset KitchenEpisode 33 - Steve Lindsey: Trustee, Ambassador, FundraiserSteve Lindsey is a charity trustee for Alopecia UK. From a young age he unknowingly reframed his visible difference and now shares his experiences to help others with Alopecia live with confidence. Notably, children and young adults who are at a stage in their lives where resilience and the right mindset is critical to their future happiness and success. He is also the Challenge Ambassador for his local Hospice in the Weald, who provide care & support to those with a terminal or life limiting illness. He fundraises through endurance events on foot, bike, Ironman and also completed...2025-06-091h 00Mindset KitchenEpisode 32 - Simon Alexander Ong: Author of Energize & International Keynote SpeakerSimon Alexander Ong, an award-winning life coach, is highly regarded for his energy, wisdom, and insights as a speaker. With a global presence, Simon captivates audiences in keynote talks, fireside chats, and workshops, where he imparts knowledge on avoiding a human energy crisis through comprehensive energy management - spanning physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual perspectives. Simon firmly believes that “when it comes to happiness and productivity, energy truly is everything.” By unlocking the art and science of energy management, Simon equips his audiences with the tools to live each day with heightened energy levels, enabling them...2025-05-051h 00Mindset KitchenEpisode 30 - Cara Cunniff: Ex British Army officer & FounderCara Cunniff's journey has always revolved around connection—through food, culture, and the shared human experience. She has lived in cities like Paris, where she indulged her love of cooking with some short course training at Le Cordon Bleu, as well as in Germany, Belgium, and the USA, where she experienced the beauty of diverse traditions and cuisines. Having lived in the diplomatic sphere, she's seen how meals are often more than sustenance—they become opportunities to build relationships, share stories, and forge lasting bonds across cultures and nations. These connections shape perspectives, foster mutual understanding, and, at t...2025-03-111h 02Mindset KitchenEpisode 31 - Alex Staniforth: Record-breaking AdventurerAlex Staniforth is a record-breaking adventurer, ultra-endurance athlete, international keynote speaker, author and charity founder from Chester, who is no stranger to overcoming challenges. By the age of 19 he had already survived the two most significant disasters in Mount Everest history, in two consecutive years. However, his biggest mountains have been within: overcoming epilepsy, bullying, mental ill health and a stammer since childhood. Alex has never allowed adversity to become his identity – only an opportunity to discover his potential and inspire others. He is the fastest person to climb all 100 UK county tops...2025-03-0546 minMindset KitchenEpisode 29 – James Stott: The Magic Marine As a native of York, England’s historic Viking capital, James lived a life driven by adventure and personal growth. His journey began with 14 remarkable years in the military, serving as both a Royal Marines Commando and Special Forces medic, where he honed his discipline and learned the true meaning of resilience. After hanging up his military boots, James took an unexpected turn and transformed into a professional magician. This new chapter saw him embracing the freedom of van life, traveling to perform and share the art of illusion with audiences across the country. ...2025-02-1757 minMindset KitchenEpisode 28 - Jamies Collier: Co-Founder of Huel, Author & NutritionistJames is a UK Registered Nutritionist with 30+ years' experience in nutrition and dietetics. He's co-founder and Chief Sustainable Nutrition Officer of Huel, and author of 'Well Fed: How modern diets are failing us (and what we can do about it)'. Huel produce nutritionally complete sustainable food including powders, savoury meals, bars and drinks, and has sold 400+ million meals across more than 80 countries. As Chief Sustainable Nutrition Officer, James oversees the development of new products, nutrition communications and matters related to sustainability. His book, Well Fed, explores contemplative nutrition: a dietary philosophy that encourages you...2025-01-2855 minMindset KitchenEpisode 27 - Alexandra Legouix: Sports TV PresenterAlthough perhaps best known for her work as a sports tv presenter, Alexandra has over 15 years of experience as a yoga, meditation and mindset teacher. After a rather innocuous fall, resulting in a broken spine, 3 prolapsed discs and a dislocated pelvis, doctors discovered she had a severe degenerative disc disease and was told she would never be able to do any form of high impact or heavy load exercise again. So she focussed instead on yoga, meditation and her mindset. Within a few months it became apparent that the benefits she gained from practising yoga...2025-01-0758 minMindset KitchenEpisode 26 - Andrew Eggelton: World Class PresenterAndrew Eggelton is a master of the presenting craft, driven by his deep appreciation for those magical moments when a speaker's internal world manifests both verbally and energetically before an audience. Through his guidance, clients discover newfound freedom to explore unique possibilities, uncover their authentic voice, and forge deeper connections with their audiences. Drawing from over three decades of experience in film, TV presenting, and public speaking, Andrew brings what many describe as "a breath of fresh air" to the art of communication. His approach is distinctive – he helps presenters reconnect with their true selves wh...2024-12-091h 03Mindset KitchenEpisode 25 - Akhtar Khan: Business Strategist & Mindset ExpertAkhtar Khan is a renowned and respected business performance psychologist, property and business investor, and CEO of a private investment fund. As a successful business investor, property entrepreneur and published author/authority on mindset, Akhtar’s ongoing mission and commitment are in supporting individuals, entrepreneurs and corporations to break through the upper limits and achieve the impossible at an accelerated pace. Having had a challenging start in life, growing up in a dysfunctional single-parent family with minimal financial resources, Akhtar discovered that a lack of resources was less critical than a mindset of resourcefulness coupled with a he...2024-11-2551 minMindset KitchenEpisode 24 - David B Horne: Founder & AuthorDavid B Horne is Founder of Add Then Multiply, a consultancy working exclusively with business founders who want to grow fast. David trained as a Chartered Accountant with PWC and his career includes being CFO of two companies listed on London’s Alternative Investment Market. During his career he has raised more than £120 million in funding and bought or sold more than 25 companies. He is author of Amazon #1 bestselling Add Then Multiply – How small businesses can think like big businesses and achieve exponential growth. It sets out David's proven FACE methodology - Fund, Acquire, Consolidate, Exit...2024-11-1249 minMindset KitchenEpisode 23 - Azania Stewart: Olympian & CommentatorAzania Stewart, a towering presence in British basketball, brings her exceptional skill and charisma to the court. With a career spanning professional leagues across Europe, Australia as well the 2012 Olympic Games, Azania's prowess as a centre has earned her accolades and admiration worldwide. Off the court, she is a passionate advocate for women's sports empowerment and youth development, inspiring the next generation of athletes to reach for their dreams. Life is short, spend it with tall & beautiful people ;-) As you can see from photos, I am no longer an average h...2024-10-2848 minMindset KitchenEpisode 22 - Vicky O'Farrell: Queen of BehavioursVicky has had a love of people from an early age, which fuelled her passion to become a qualified personality profiler, to help understand why others "Do, Say and React" the way they do. She lives and breathes Behaviours, Core Values, Limiting Beliefs and Boundaries all those things that make you, YOU. Vicky helps you look in the mirror to understand your own style and how to recognise, understand and respect others. It’s not about changing who we are, it’s about flexing and adapting our own style to get the best out o...2024-10-1554 minMindset KitchenEpisode 21 - Gary Rhodes: Health Tech BiohackerOver the past decade, Rhodes has dedicated his efforts to promoting awareness and education on the vital importance of muscle and bone health. His proven track record includes guiding company founders to establish strong brands and become recognised leaders in their respective markets, expanding his network through successful collaborations with industry icons. Inspired by the top motivators and visionaries, Rhodes has played a key role in enhancing the value creation strategies of portfolio companies, collaborating closely with renowned figures to drive innovation and growth. Committed to a lifelong pursuit of optimal health and wellness, Rhodes sha...2024-10-0156 minMindset KitchenEpisode 20 - Caroline Flanagan: Coach for Black LawyersCaroline Flanagan is a transformational coach, an inspirational keynote speaker, the author of two books and host of two podcasts. A magic circle trained ex-City lawyer, Caroline’s mission is to bring greater diversity, equality and inclusion to the legal industry by increasing the number of people of colour who stay in the profession and progress to leadership. A woman of colour from a low income background, Caroline learned to navigate the challenges of being the only one in the room and achieve success in a white world. She is a recognised expert on Imposter Sy...2024-09-031h 01Mindset KitchenEpisode 19 - Felicity Ashley: Mother. Marketer. Mariner. Motivator.Mother. Marketer. Mariner. Motivator. After over 20 years working as a blue-chip marketing leader, the business founder and mother of three rowed the Atlantic whilst unknowingly fighting cancer. Drawing on her personal journeys of discovery, she now works with organisations and leaders facing transformational change. Supporting them to become more inclusive, dynamic, confident, adaptable and resilient. Her work focuses on how a positive mindset is key to success – overcoming challenges, tackling biases, creating winning teams, thriving through change, embracing opportunities, smashing goals. When life gives you lemons, it’s not just about making lemonade - it’s abou...2024-08-2053 minMindset KitchenEpisode 18 - Wynford Dore: Pioneering Brain ResearcherWynford Dore is an entrepreneur that has disrupted several industries with his innovative approach to research. 20 years ago, Susie. his daughter, who had struggled badly in school, became depressed…. and attempted to take her own life. Mercifully she lived…. but it changed his life completely - he sold his companies to focus on education and “how we learn”. As part of this quest he founded an examination board “Education Development International plc” which operated in over 50 countries and sold that to the world’s largest education publisher - Pearson International plc in 2011. He bought a famous private...2024-08-061h 05Mindset KitchenEpisode 17 - Beth Sherman: Comedian & Emmy-winning Hollywood comedy writerBeth Sherman is a speaker, comedian, and Emmy-winning Hollywood comedy writer. As a comedian, she has performed at clubs and universities across the United States, and on behalf of the US Army’s Department of Morale, Welfare and Recreation, at combat outposts and forward operating bases in Iraq. As a television writer, she has written for the biggest shows in American comedy, including Late Show with David Letterman, The Tonight Show With Jay Leno and Ellen. As a writer for the Academy Awards (the Oscars,) and the Screen Actors Guild Awards, she has re...2024-07-231h 00Mindset KitchenEpisode 16 - Sam Bishop: Performance & Psychology CoachSam Bishop has a decade of experience working with elite performing athletes and professional sports teams. His client base ranges from Premier League and Women’s Super League footballers, to Premiership rugby players, Professional Golfers and Cricket players. Over the last 5 years, Sam has also worked as an Executive and Performance Psychology Coach with a client group of senior executives and business leaders. Sam adapted his performance coaching style from the sports fields to the boardroom. Taking key learnings, approaches and techniques from elite performing athletes and teams, into business professionals and senior le...2024-07-091h 01Mindset KitchenEpisode 15 - Jenny Tschiesche: Best Selling Author, Nutritionist & SpeakerJenny is a Sunday Times no. 1 Best Selling author, experienced public speaker and regularly provides talks and workshops including corporate wellbeing seminars. Jenny Tschiesche is also the founder of www.lunchboxdoctor.com, a hugely popular brand. She has worked with leading brands and health campaigns including BBC Sport, Sport England and Cancer Research UK. Jenny regularly contributes to TV and radio shows including Good Morning Britain and BBC Radio and to newspapers and magazines including The Guardian, The Mail, The Express and Top Santé. Jenny's most recent release is Budget Air Fryer Cookbook (2023). She also l...2024-06-2559 minMindset KitchenEpisode 14 - David Robson: Science Writer & AuthorDavid Robson is a science writer and author based in the United Kingdom. A graduate of Cambridge University, he has worked as a feature editor at New Scientist and a senior journalist at the BBC, and his writing has appeared in the Guardian, the Atlantic, Men's Health, the Washington Post, and many other publications. His previous book 'The Expectation Effect', was a BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week and won the British Psychological Society Book Award for 2022. His latest book is The Laws of Connection: 13 Social Strategies That Will Transform Your Life (Canongate). 2024-06-1100 min
Focus on WHYReflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson After every five guest interviews, Amy Rowlinson reflects on each of the individual episodes and focuses in on specific topics pulling on different threads and diving deeper to explore elements that piqued her interest. In this episode, exploring topics of celebration, synchronicity, imposter syndrome, self-doubt, keynote speaking, change, meaningful action, fulfilment, passion, talent, genius, nature, personal responsibility and freedom of choice Amy shares her Reflections with Actions from these five recent podcast episodes: 400 Focus on WHY Goosebumps with Amy Rowlinson 401 Apply a Solutionist Perspective with Nicola Peel 402 Embrace Your A...2024-06-0342 minMindset KitchenEpisode 13 - Joy Poole: Coach for High Performing Female LeadersJoy Poole is a coach who supports high-performing and emerging female leaders to hone their authentic leadership style and write the next brilliant chapter of work and beyond. Throughout her 20 years in tech, consulting, sales and executive leadership, Joy battled with debilitating cases of perfectionism and Imposter Syndrome. Inspired by a coaching experience of her own, she developed an understanding that unlearning those mental habits and getting crystal clear on what it is that you truly want is entirely possible and absolutely essential for finding fulfilment and success - however you define it. Joy is a...2024-05-2856 min
Focus on WHYRecipe for Life with Dajana PaliokaiteEver wondered how to control your mind and be free to choose positivity? Dajana Paliokaite, founder of Mindset Kitchen, transformed personal tragedy into a passion project combining cooking and deep conversations. Sharing her powerful journey of self-awareness, authentic living, and the importance of gratitude, Dajana embraces freedom in work, life, and mind. Her personal stories of hardship, loss and growth show how choosing positivity can redefine your purpose and impact lives. Embrace your own infinite possibilities with this wonderful recipe for life. KEY TAKEAWAY ‘That freedom to do the things you love the mos...2024-05-2232 minMindset KitchenEpisode 12 - Larissa Astara Gray: Positive Sex Education SpeakerLarissa Astara Gray is a positive sex education speaker who is on a mission to change the way we talk about sex. This is crucial in developing relationships, and young people need to express their boundaries and consent strongly in this area. There are deep taboos around sexuality, and people find it very difficult to discuss, which disempowers them. One of the biggest keys to happiness is successful relationships; however, sexual abuse and violence can destroy relationships. Additionally, the rise in porn culture and negative habits stemming from porn are causing a massive disconnect from o...2024-05-1448 minMindset KitchenEpisode 11 - Emily Thorner: Ultra Soprano & Founder of MoonRising LLCInternational "ultra-soprano" (Second Inversion, WA, USA) and "new music rising star" (The Stranger, WA, USA) Emily Thorner is one of the highest operatic voices worldwide and is equally at home in contemporary operas, mainstream opera, orchestras, and chamber ensembles. Emily is invited to sing for the worlds elite including Heads of State, royalty, and the top global leaders on the mission of social impact and sustainability, she sings for a greater purpose: to raise the frequency of humanity. Known for her command of stratospheric high notes, Emily Thorner is highly sought-after for world premieres. D...2024-04-3058 minMindset KitchenEpisode 10 - Stephen Gillen: Best Selling Author & TV PersonalityNominated for the "Sunhak International Peace Prize in 2019" Stephen is a passionate humanitarian and philanthropist having achieved much influential work in key areas. His influence, skills, media presence, and commitment to the important work of helping others and supporting pivotal causes for positive and meaningful change bring a great addition to Flo Coin, its' mission, and forward-reaching policies of making things better for all people without prejudice. Also a successful international entrepreneur in diverse industries mainly media, Stephen Gillen knows adversity having had a dark past and a tough start. Growing up in war-torn Belfast...2024-04-1659 minMindset KitchenEpisode 9 - Courtney Orange: Wellbeing MotivatorCourtney Orange is a former 6x National Gymnastics Champion, Professional Dancer and an award winning entertainment agency owner. Courtney, who is now better known as the wellbeing motivator, delivers highly interactive workshops and keynote talks, to schools, colleges, universities, organisations and events worldwide. Resilience, Motivation, Confidence & Peak Performance, are 4 powers reflected in Courtney’s extremely positive approach towards life and the challenges it has brought with it. “You Grow Through, What You Go Through,” is a quotation Courtney lives by. This has seen him power through leaving home at 18yrs old, to follow an Olympic dream.2024-04-0257 minMindset KitchenEpisode 8 - Andrew Jameson: Olympic Medalist, Former Investment Banker & BBC CommentatorAndrew Jameson Having grown up in the swimming pool, Andy’s soul is and always will be as an international/Olympic athlete (bronze medalist). He has had and really enjoyed three distinct careers, as an international athlete, the "Voice of Swimming" on British Television in Great Britain for the last 35 years, and as an Investment Banker. He is currently the longest serving BBC swimming commentator. Andy loves seeing and helping people deliver their best self, both at work, and in life in general. Andy's 3 mindset messages: Hav...2024-03-1959 minMindset KitchenEpisode 7 - Buckso Dhillon - Woolley: Energy Transformation Coach & International SpeakerBuckso is an International Motivational Speaker/Host & Energy Transformation Coach who mentors spiritual entrepreneurs amongst us, to develop powerful and effective solutions in creating sustainable business's without sacrificing their core values, or quality of life. She understands that in order to attract the right people, places and things, it is essential to communicate in such a way that is both authentic and compelling. In addition to her expertise in being SEEN and HEARD, she also has a deep understanding of energy work and helps clients identify and remove all blocks that prevent them from moving...2024-03-051h 01
A Bit Of A BoostDealing with change and challenges: mindset messages from Dajana PaliokaiteHello and welcome to A Bit Of A Boost with me, George Anderson I’m a wellbeing and performance coach, speaker and author and this podcast brings together guest experts, inspirational stories and ideas that I hope will you a bit of a boost. My guest today brings with her a combination of deep wisdom and powerful mindset messages, all underpinned with a truly inspirational story. I’m delighted to welcome the host of Mindset Kitchen, Dajana Paliokaite to the podcast to share her story and unpack some of...2024-02-261h 17Mindset KitchenEpisode 6 - George Anderson: Wellbeing & Performance coachGeorge Anderson is a wellbeing and performance expert with 20 years of experience as a coach, trainer and speaker. He works with individuals and organisations to help them take more action towards improving their physical and mental wellbeing, resilience and performance, in the workplace and beyond. George's three key mindset messages: Reframe stress and discomfort Keep an eye on the big picture, but focus on the next step you need to take Set goals to challenge and change you, not just to achieve an end The food George wanted to t...2024-02-2055 minMindset KitchenEpisode 5 - Paul Dornan: Writer, Speaker, Creative ConsultantPaul Dornan has worked in the TV and creative world for over three decades as a writer, producer, script-mentor and director. He’s written everything from sit-com, to film to radio drama and created drama that’s funny and comedies that’s are dramatic. His work has been seen by huge audiences and sold around the world, he co-wrote a Number 1 best-selling comedy book that ruined Alan Bennett’s Christmas by keeping him at number 2. He’s worked with a galaxy of stars from Dame Edna Everage to the Spice Girls to Christopher Lloyd from Back To Th...2024-02-061h 01Mindset KitchenEpisode 4 - Tony Courtney Brown: Founder of Total Body Health Clinic Total Body Health, a holistic clinic, came about as a response to a number of health challenges Tony faced in middle age. Depression, back pain (slipped disk, sciatica and arthritis), a prostate issue, stress, and problems sleeping. Tony was taking 24 pills a day! After having injections in the back, Tony was told that the only option was to fuse his vertebrae with a small risk of paralysis, impotence and incontinence, or all three. He declined and said it didn't hurt that much (it did)!. Tony came across Bioresonance, which not only enabled him t...2024-01-231h 07Mindset KitchenEpisode 3 - Stuart Wade: Clinical Hypnotherapist Stuart Wade helps high achievers in sport and business to perform better, overcome anxiety and lose weight if they need to, all through the power of clinical hypnotherapy and mind coaching! Stuart is a lifelong martial artist and athlete, having competed at the highest levels in Taekwondo and Kickboxing over his competitive career. He also has a tremendous sweet tooth believe it or not! Stuart’s 3 key mindset messages: Have a conviction in what you are doing. It’s an essential ingredient of mental toughness and getting what you want. “Comparison is the thie...2024-01-151h 01Mindset KitchenEpisode 2 - Amy Rowlinson: Focus on WHY podcast & Life Purpose Coach With a fascination for understanding WHY people do what they do, Amy Rowlinson shines the light on purpose, fulfilment and curiosity to empower others to forge their own paths. As a Life Purpose Coach, Podcast Strategist and Podcaster, Amy’s chosen mission is to gift a living legacy of inspiration, insight and knowledge to create long-lasting, positive ripple effects. On her own global podcast, Focus on WHY, Amy speaks with people from all walks of life providing uplifting and relatable conversations designed to inspire you to take action. Amy’s 3 key mindset messages: It’s never to...2024-01-1551 minMindset KitchenEpisode 1 - Matt Black: Serial Entrepreneur Matt Black is not your typical investor. A serial entrepreneur for over 30 years, highly creative & strategic thinker, he grew and exited over 12 companies of his own, and was inspiration or angelic force for good behind many hundreds more. A feminist and crusader for equality Matt has also been a champion of the concept that positive entrepreneurial thinking can literally change the world. His passion is helping others turning ideas into positive impact as well as financial rewards. He believes we can all contribute to tackling humanities biggest challenges if we do it together. ...2024-01-151h 34
Grief and Rebirth: Finding the Joy in LifeRebirth Series: Dajana PaliokaiteDajana Paliokaite, who is originally from Lithuania and now lives in London, is the first incredibly inspiring interview in our Rebirth series. Her grief journey began when her 39-year-old husband Trevor passed away from cancer when their son Luciano was only 11 months old. Three weeks after he passed, Dajana heard Trevor call her by her nickname, Bean. That was the start of her inspiring healing journey, helping Dajana to find herself and redefine her life.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR ABOUT THINGS LIKE:How Grief and Rebirth Podcast was a catalyst to he...2021-03-0437 min