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JIU JITSU LouE077: Ollie Kelly - Purple BeltOllie Kelly is Purple Belt, and more than that, is fully responsible for me starting my journey in the sport of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Ollie has always been a fighting sports fan and took part in Judo and Boxing in his early school life, growing up in France. Having children, and seeing the benefit that Jiu Jitsu brings them, encourages us as adults to also start training. Progressing through the early white belt days, especially being age thirty or over, brings its's own challenge, not least thinking that one has a little more life experience t...
2025-05-1740 min
JIU JITSU LouE076: Dr Christle Guevarra - White BeltChristle Guevarra is a White Belt, and was very much a car forum kinda girl with her Subaru back in the 90's, and was encouraged by a now Black Belt to start training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu over 10 years ago. It has taken that amount of time for Christle to decide to giving it a go, and even now she's already competed twice in the last year, with a huge amount of fun and drive for life on the mats. Christle shares her practice of the solo sport of powerlifting, and the transition through life to J...
2025-05-1041 min
JIU JITSU LouE075: Graham Hill - White BeltGraham Hill is a White Belt, and trains at Grow Jiu Jitsu in Bicester having transitioned from running, to focus on developing his strength now with Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. His first introduction to martial arts was Muay Thai, which seemed to suit the first transition to growing strength. We talk about mindfulness as a practice to ground in the moment, and also meditation in the form of repeatedly drilling mindfulness, which does resonate with the practice of jiu jitsu. Using techniques to improve our opportunity to achieve the best in competition, especially as Masters athletes i...
2025-05-0344 min
JIU JITSU LouE074: Sula-Mae Loewenthal - Black BeltSula-Mae Loewenthal launches straight in to talk about her win at ADCC Trials in 2024. She shares her emotional challenges along the way to her recent Black Belt promotion, and is certainly not shy about being on the big stage. Sula-Mae talks about going from anxiety to pure flow state, and being completely focused to win. The strategic mindset, and thinking that Sula-Mae shares is something to be admired, in addition to her overwhelming dream sense of winning. Be prepared to immerse yourself in a feeling of fun and flow throughout this episode. Listen out for th...
2025-04-2643 min
JIU JITSU LouE073: Ange Taylor - Purple BeltAnge Taylor makes a second appearance on the show, and this time opens up about her competition and life experience in the last year. Taking steps to be independent can be a challenge later in life, and Ange shares how much she has achieved, and overcome. Dealing with past trauma can be difficult for anyone, Ange shares how resilient she has been and her courage to work through the road of healing. Knowing that Jiu Jitsu is her safe space, gives Ange the ability to breakthrough her deep anxiety, and step outside of her home w...
2025-04-1941 min
JIU JITSU LouE072: Andy Chapman - Black BeltAndy Chapman is a Black Belt and trains twice a day every day, and this has been the same for the last 10 years. Andy shares his competition mindset, and also the business growth of Team Ryano Limavady in Northern Ireland. Andy talks with compassion for bringing BJJ hobbyists along with the club, and the importance of making everyone feel the energy where they feel welcome and wish to stay, and continue their own journey for a long time. Finding similar grade, weight and age competitors to yourself, really offers the opportunity to...
2025-04-1237 min
JIU JITSU LouE071: Cara Waller - Purple BeltCara Waller is a Purple Belt and talks of her experience in being part of competition team, and the value it brings, not just to her level of competition but also of her mental health and wellbeing. She is very reflective and mindful, observing and aware of her own performance, compassion and fighting spirit. We discuss the self-talk that can affect us as Jiu Jitsu practitioners, and those of us that experience anxiety. Cara opens up about her growth and awareness around her own ADHD diagnosis, and her driving spirit to support and coach others t...
2025-04-0546 min
JIU JITSU LouE070: Frankie Lee Monaghan - Yellow BeltFrankie Lee Monaghan is a Yellow Belt, and joins me with her Dad, Kevin. Frankie shares her lack of confidence before starting Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and the challenges with being bullied. It wasn't until a School Sports Week that Frankie was introduced to Jiu Jitsu, that her life changed for the better. Kevin her Dad, echoes Frankie's resilience and tenacity for life, as well as the heartbreaking story of noticing Frankie's sadness during the period of bullying at school. Frankie now has high ambition, and big goals for her growth in Jiu Jitsu, travelling the w...
2025-03-2930 min
JIU JITSU LouE069: Lillie Marlow - Yellow BeltLillie Marlow is a Yellow Belt, and joins me with her Mum, Kayley whom I first met when speaking to Olivia Marlow on Episode 20. Lillie shares the story of when she started training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at the age of 6, and how fun and cool it was, an how the last 7 years have progressed. International competitions are common place for The Marlow's, and Mum Kayley is a pro at organisation, and is very well placed to support Lillie in her competitive growth. Lillie shares her guard game, in Worm Guard and Rubber Guard, and really e...
2025-03-2226 min
JIU JITSU LouE068: Taya Jones - Yellow BeltTaya Jones is a Yellow Belt, and a Gracie Barra Ambassador for 2025. Taya joins me with her Mum, Danielle who sounds like she does a great deal for Taya, together with her Dad. We talk about competition, and competing in a kids Absolute with all different weights and belts. Taya talks of the challenges in fighting competitors who are smaller and faster than her. Danielle, her Mum shares the story of the application process, and the seminar when Taya was told that she had been selected to be a Gracie Barra Ambassador. Taya is so h...
2025-03-1538 min
JIU JITSU LouE067: Georgina Victoria Stanciu - White BeltGeorgina Stanciu is based in Spain and, wow, what an incredible woman! Georgina shares starting Brazilian Jiu Jitsu when her son started around a year ago, and as well as growing her skills, she has overcome the fear of people touching her, to the point of hating having beauty treatments, and her hair done. She now gets completely undone regularly with training and preparing competing in the sport. We didn't acknowledge Georgina's pup Macken (named by Georgina's son, after Chris Macken @nogisus_of_newazareth) in the background, but he clearly makes himself heard! ...
2025-03-0845 min
JIU JITSU LouE066: Rich Thompson - Black BeltRich Thompson, First Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is all about consistency and resilience. Starting out being inspired by Jean-Claude Van Damme back in the day, with karate and body building. Rich's take on building skills and improving is another level, he describes stacking and layering skills. Working on your mindset, and focusing on gratitude is of high priority to Rich and his continued success in competitive Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. When there are elements of your jiu jitsu game that you can't do, for one reason or another, maybe injury, Rich suggests working s...
2025-03-0146 min
JIU JITSU LouE065: Vanessa English - Black BeltVanessa English, aka 'Jiu jitsu Woman' is taking things more slowly, as she is recovering from her latest ACL surgery. This isn't her first rodeo, and she shares some fantastic advice on how to prepare and recover in the most effective way. She is a woman on a mission to return to competing, and sparring with intensity, despite her surgeries, tattoos and a not so recent growth into adulthood! We talk about the intensity of competition, and the variety of intensity as one progresses through the belts. There are so many la...
2025-02-2237 min
JIU JITSU LouE064: Enea Lapa - Black BeltEnea Lapa, also known as BJJ Comedy, has recently been promoted to Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He started Jiu Jitsu just to find a way to stay in shape as a twentysomething. As like many of us, Enea went into his first class thinking he could beat most guys in the room, of course this wasn't the case! Jiu Jitsu has changed Enea's life from many perspectives, and has always used his determination to keep going. The mindset he shares is that training and competing at Jiu Jitsu is not going to be e...
2025-02-1530 min
JIU JITSU LouE063: Paul Caswell - Black BeltPaul Caswell is living the dream! Having started Lau Gar Kung Fu in his 20's, he now trains Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and has recently been promoted to Black Belt. Paul is incredibly intentional in all of his jiu jitsu practice, and shares some of the detail that has got him to where he is today. We talk about the benefits of using the Kata gatame in the game, and ways that Paul records and measures his progress, gaps and skills in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Exploring how he approaches competition, and some of the challenging times d...
2025-02-0842 min
JIU JITSU LouE062: Natalie Day - Black BeltNatalie Day is a Mum of two, and a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt who shares her story from being a Social Worker, feeling lonely and having not yet discovered her tribe, through finding her calling, to now having found human connection and growth in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Natalie took the brave step in giving up her career as a Social Worker, to go all in on learning how to teach jiu jitsu. Having a dedication to serving people, and especially young people is what Natalie focuses her energy on, not just as a Jiu J...
2025-02-0145 min
JIU JITSU LouE061: Professor Salvo Pace - Black BeltProfessor Salvo joins me to talk about jiu jitsu for community, and welcoming new students. Travelling around the UK, and all over the World to teach, or train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is something that grows our game, both in the art and in life. Progressing skills in Jiu Jitsu, is done by training more jiu jitsu is very wise advice shared by Salvo in this episode, and whilst we can find ways to enhance our own health, training jiu jitsu is the only thing that is going to make us better. Salvo talks about clean s...
2025-01-2536 min
JIU JITSU LouE060: Jolie Boyle - Black BeltJolie joined a Women's Open Mat at the age of 33, and is now a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu having had an amazing journey. She shares her experience of training, and testing her jiu jitsu at both open mats and competitions. Getting through sad times in life has been helped by training jiu jitsu for Jolie. Over time, she has increased her ability to listen and act upon intuition, as much for life in general as well as for jiu jitsu. Jolie shares heartbreaking stories of the domestic abuse she suffered and now the s...
2025-01-1843 min
JIU JITSU LouE059: James Gwinnett - Blue BeltJames Gwinnett is now a Blue Belt, who needed a new challenge when he started training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Having spent years doing Ultra Marathons, it was seeing and hearing Tom Hardy competing, and describing how life changing BJJ was in dealing with addiction. James was inspired to begin his journey of sobriety back in 2016, after 3 years of heavy addiction and depression due to injury, and began long distance running. As a new parent, James now balances his family life with regularly training jiu jitsu. He shares moments of the challenging three years of alcohol a...
2025-01-1143 min
JIU JITSU LouE058: Craig Young - Black BeltCraig Young is a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu having started training by-chance. Craig shares that very first experience; all the bad, and all the learning. Finding an outlet for his mental health was supported with training jiu jitsu regularly, and now has an incredible amount of focus, dedication and gratitude for competition. Moving gyms as a new Black Belt, can be intimidating. Craig talks about joining Checkmat Essex, with Spencer Hewitt, and being welcomed by everyone at the gym. Craig has surrounded himself with mentors, and people also outside of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu w...
2025-01-0444 min
JIU JITSU LouE057: Mike Leng - Blue BeltMike started martial arts as a child, albeit 'McDojo' martial arts, and it wasn't until he first experienced UFC that his love for the all-round approach of martial arts came into play. Mike took a period of 8 years out of training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu due to life experiences, and now trains as a Blue Belt at Stealth Teesside. Being a Nutritionist for the last 16 years, Mike now serves Athletes and Hobbyists in the world of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. We discuss the importance of health and nutrition for training and competing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Being consistent, go...
2024-12-2835 min
JIU JITSU LouE056: Simon Morgan - Black BeltSimon Morgan is a Black Belt and has just returned to training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu from an Arthroscopy, and a bit of an ACL repair, and he shares his experience of his last 15 years practicing the art, for Simon, BJJ is a way of life. Attending 40+ BJJ events gives Simon the opportunity to keep hold of his limbs and not get injured as much! Seeing friends and having fun really is a priority at these type of Open Mats and Seminars. Simon has the open-mindedness to want to learn from everyone, ev...
2024-12-2139 min
JIU JITSU LouE055: Dan Lester - Purple BeltDan Lester is a Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and started his martial arts journey back in 2014, during the time of the infamous Ice Bucket Challenge. One of Dan's specialism is leg locks, and combining that with his mission to support a mental health charity with seminars and open mats, he really is doing amazingly. We talk about Blue Belts being the 'Buffet Belt', where one might have a little go at everything, and it's not until the Purple Belt where one might skip warmups, and be found hanging out in the car park b...
2024-12-1438 min
JIU JITSU LouE054 Julia Scardone Livesey - Brown BeltJulia Scardone Livesey is an icon in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Judo in the UK. She now is moving to Thailand to continue her journey, along with the rest of her family. Julia shares her competition story, which began back in Brazil as a child. We talk about competing, winning or losing and the benefits of testing out your BJJ skills, together with some of the barriers that are faced when taking part in competitions. Bringing high level women, that train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu together was the initial aim for Julia setting up her Judo f...
2024-12-0745 min
JIU JITSU LouE053 Zoë Lundy - Purple BeltZoë is a Purple Belt who eats, sleeps and breathes Jiu Jitsu. She started Judo as a kid, and has since overcome the frustration of learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at the beginning as she observed no purpose to it all. Zoë has an incredible confidence in her standup game from her Judo experience and she also has incredible skills at taking the back. Her goal is to be a well-rounded fighter. Having a coach is an integral part of the journey for Zoë. Leigh Remedios has contributed a significant number of hours to Zoë's own 6...
2024-11-3044 min
JIU JITSU LouE052: Spencer Hewitt - Black BeltSpencer is now a third degree Black Belt after starting martial arts during his childhood, and ended up injuring his back boxing, losing his muscle strength until he started training and sparring in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Spencer shares the challenges of going from being very active and physical, to losing his confidence, a drop in mental health, and changing careers. The story of learning to deal with customers, especially in retail has served Spencer in dealing with individuals joining his BJJ academy, which started as 4 students to well over 140 students today, with a 50% competition team. W...
2024-11-2354 min
JIU JITSU LouE051: Dan Strauss - Black BeltDan Strauss is an experienced commentator, and talks about his recent experience on Polaris 30, along with some of the technicalities of the role. He talks about the 50-60 matches commentating on Cage Warriors available on UFC Fight Pass since 2020. Dan was first interested in martial arts as a teenager, starting with Japanese Jiu Jitsu in Mill Hill, and he's been training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for close to 20 years, and has been a Black Belt for 10 years. We talk about the journey of the art, discovering new techniques, and the depth and breadth of Brazilian Jiu J...
2024-11-1640 min
JIU JITSU LouE050: Ian Butler - Wrestler & GrapplerIan Butler is fresh off of Polaris 30, having brought his family to London for his debut at Polaris Professional here in the UK. He fought to the very end, and very much delivered the joy of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Ian reflects on his match performance and like many of us, being stuck in a really tight closed guard! Reflecting on every match you participate in, win or learn, you have to refresh and learn from feedback, video footage and anything else is so important for your personal progress. Ian talks of the hours learning from e...
2024-11-0939 min
JIU JITSU LouE049: Danielle Sanniti - Blue BeltDani's journey of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu started in Qatar shortly after her Mother suddenly passed away. Taking steps to grieve, heal and grow through the art of Jiu Jitsu is something many of us turn to. One of Dani's friends during this time took her to her very first class, that she describes as 'Jiu Jitsu Heaven'! Working through grief for Dani brought her a physical connection that was able to reconnect her emotionally to the present moment, on the mats. What comes through is that we don't know that we all need Jiu Jitsu u...
2024-11-0241 min
JIU JITSU LouE048: Jade Barker - Brown BeltJade Barker always wanted to be a Power Ranger, and ditched Ballet for Taekwondo at the age of 5. She trained with kids who were much older than her, and they became an inspiration to Jade, as did seeing, and wanting the large competition trophies. Growing up, Jade found a passion for fighting and striking during her teenage years and then met Colin Howells and began her jiu jitsu journey. She makes a very inspirational point in the transition from her beginnings of Jiu Jitsu at a small gym, to her first Polaris match. MMA has g...
2024-10-2634 min
JIU JITSU LouE047: Andy Harris - Brown BeltAndy trains at Checkmat Plymouth under Ian Harrop, and is a Brown Belt. He brings his extensive years of coaching to the mats and always works on his A-Game. Topics:Training hoursBottom gameOne-to-One TrainingGuard PlayerRoute to SubmissionCoachingBoxingCompetition PrepStrength and Conditioning Andy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harris.a.bjj_and_fitness/The Jiu Jitsu League: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8infsWRCsQWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLou Check out my new show Double Mic Takedown Podcast: https://voxiferistudios.com...
2024-10-1239 min
JIU JITSU LouE046: Jon Bell - Purple BeltJon Bell is a competitor in Freestyle Wrestling, and also trains Brazilian Jiu Jitsu because he was unable to find places to continue his wrestling after returning from Afghanistan. He is now a Purple Belt and trains in and around York, UK. He is also a Lecturer at Leeds Beckett University and is currently running a Grappling Injury Research Study, where he is trying to further understand injury prevention. Jon is seeing the majority of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu injuries in knees, because of the amount of torque there is in this joint. ...
2024-09-2835 min
JIU JITSU LouE045: Michael D'aguiar - Black BeltMichael is a Black Belt, and started his return to competition with a very smooth inside heel hook at Impact Invitational, albeit injured. He is also Head Coach at Gracie Barra Salisbury. The return to competition was something Michael wanted to do, to test the quality of his Jiu Jitsu, regardless of any barrier on the day. Being a smaller guy, Michael has built up a personal brand and positive reputation that far exceeds his physical persona. He has deep belief in his jiu jitsu, and brings such positivity to the art of Brazilian Jiu J...
2024-09-2134 min
JIU JITSU LouE044: Corey Kent - Purple BeltCorey is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu athlete and competitor who is based in The Isle of Wight. Being diagnosed with Autism at the age of 3, and knowing he has been different, and struggling with many things in life, including feeling confused, and in his younger days dealing with anger. Corey shares inspiring insights into his Autism and how he successfully manages it in his life today. Having a game plan, and the utmost respect for every opponent is Corey's mindset. The focus on giving respect to every competition by training and preparing. He started competing a...
2024-09-1442 min
JIU JITSU LouE043: Jerin Choudhury - Blue BeltJerin is my very best Brazilian Jiu Jitsu friend, and it is such a joy to have her on the show. Jerin now trains with her whole family, but was put under a small amount of pressure when her daughter asked why she wasn't training too! Training has grown resilience through the whole family, and particularly Jerin's confidence has grown so much during her time on the mats. When dealing with life, having Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as a skill has allowed Jerin to deal emotionally with situations in society. As a hijab wearing, Bangladeshi, Muslim M...
2024-09-0734 min
JIU JITSU LouE042: Jason Moola - Brown BeltJason is a Brown Belt and Host of WhiteBasementPod, who started out their martial arts career with Kung Fu in the days of Karate Kid, until he discovered Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Jason shares his moving and inspirational story of his love for UFC, and his very first introduction to BJJ. Listen to the origins of Jason's podcast show, WhiteBasementPod, how it got its name, and how it's going now. Jason has wonderful energy, and his mindset has really got him places, even though he has worked through mental and physical challenges over the years! Hang i...
2024-08-3147 min
JIU JITSU LouE041: Lou Temlett - Blue BeltWell, this has been a journey. I am so grateful to be here, and having had a full weekend of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu I'm fired up! Reflecting on my first Interclub as a new Blue Belt, joining over 40 Seminar / Open Mat. I answer your questions, talking about my biggest challenges and the best bits of training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Thank you to everyone I have already rolled with and the many more of you I will be rolling with in the future. Topics:1 Year of JJL Podcast Open Mat - 8th...
2024-08-1727 min
JIU JITSU LouE040: Laura Copeland - Muay ThaiLaura opens up with her fears of starting to train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, let's see whether we can get her on the mats as this show airs! She talks about her fears of getting into a BJJ gym and her journey through sobriety to confidence in sparring with other women in Muay Thai. We talk about choosing a jiu jitsu gym, what it's like to train in the Gi or No Gi, and Lou offers lots of analogies about BJJ, life and fashion. Have a listen and enjoy, especially if you've not yet started training Br...
2024-08-0333 min
JIU JITSU LouE039: Emilia Jastrzebska - Brown BeltEmilia is a Mum who decided to support her children, by encouraging them to train martial arts. She then became interested in training herself 7 years ago, and is now a Brown Belt. Having a mindset of always wanting to do better is an intrinsic part of Emilia's jiu jitsu practice, as is having support to enable her to focus on being successful. She shares a competition story that might send some competitors in a spin! Topics:Children starting martial artsHelping coach kidsDoing betterPhysical challengesKnee on Belly techniqueSupport from familyFocus for tr...
2024-07-2731 min
JIU JITSU LouE038: Katy Jebson - White BeltKaty is also one half of Her Fight Network (HFN) doing her bit to encourage more women to fight, along with Mill from the last episode. She shares issues that relate to her, and trains Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA. Having started Taekwondo as a child at a family run gym, she now works to enable and offer such positive experiences for fellow women in martial arts through Her Fight Network and Her Network Fund. Competing is in Katy's blood for what seems like all martial arts! With 83 medals and well over a hu...
2024-07-2031 min
JIU JITSU LouE037: Mills Lekka - Purple BeltMills is one half of Her Fight Network (HFN) doing her bit to encourage more women to fight, she lives in Greece, is a Purple Belt, and a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Coach. She shares her fighting journey from MMA, through Boxing and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Inspired by the disconnect between Fight Promoters, and Female Fighters, Mills started up the network bringing them both together. Mills shares her impulsivity, with some incredible outcomes, including her rule of life, 'If anyone can do it, so can I!' If you want more exposure as a female fighter, g...
2024-07-1329 min
JIU JITSU LouE036: Rachel Clarke - White BeltRachel joins me from the middle of the deep blue sea and shares her 19 year white belt journey, she is very much the one doing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, not her belt. Rachel truly shares some fantastic insights from her growth during the nineteen years of training Jiu Jitsu, and this episode really shares the growth one can have with time and commitment, over and above the need for speed to achieve. Heading into Brazilian Jiu Jitsu gyms with the mindset we wish to be treated with is so important. Rachel reinforces the thought and action t...
2024-07-0630 min
JIU JITSU LouE035: Vicky Warren - WTF - Women That FightVicky explains why she loves Jiu Jitsu, after a friend invited her to join a class back in 2019. Now, as a new Mum she is back on the mats, but definitely pacing herself. Vicky has a background in martial arts since childhood, and even her parents were inspired to start training and competing, themselves! No Gi is Vicky's preferred style of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, which has led to her creating the WTF - Women That Fight brand. When she tried to find rash guards and spats to fit women, she really struggled. Vicky talks about t...
2024-06-2940 min
JIU JITSU LouE034: Kerry Davidson - White BeltKerry is fresh from competing, in her third competition with a bunch of medals! However she shares her journey to overcoming anxiety in getting to where she is today, even sharing her childhood sports trauma. Kerry talks about how incredible it is to feel the pride and joy at winning, you can really see and hear her genuine passion and positive regard for the journey of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. She also shares the benefit team mates and being in a relationship with a fellow martial artist. Topics:CompetingOvercoming anxietyProving ourselves to...
2024-06-2232 min
JIU JITSU LouE033: Professor Francesca Sambito Pace - Black BeltProfessor Fran was inspired to start training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in 2013 after giving birth to her twin boys. She is also married to a previous guest, Professor Salvo Pace, Founder of Gracie Barra Bath Academies. Fran felt the intent to start training because of other women on the mats and the whole team. She shares her journey, teaching, training to become a Yoga teacher, and travelling the world with Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, especially enjoying Mexico! Fran shares her knowledge of the breath for the body in Yoga, and the importance of breath for training Brazilian J...
2024-06-1529 min
JIU JITSU LouE032: Aimee Carver - White BeltAimee shares her story of signing up and competing in IBJJF Masters in Barcelona, having previously lived in Spain for some time. Aimee's primary sport is as a Former Powerlifter, and having come to the end of her competitive Junior career, she shares the commitment of being a competitive athlete to moving through martial arts, and on to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Training in an all-female training space is something that is a priority for Aimee, and the jiu jitsu school she attends. Aimee is proactive in preparing for competition and brings her competitive edge, regardless o...
2024-06-0835 min
JIU JITSU LouE031: Molly Vellacott - Blue BeltMolly shares how challenging but yet empowering it is to be an older woman competing and training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. She shares her defiance in putting herself forward for competitions, and some absolute gems of mindset from a sports psychologist friend. Making friends and connections through jiu jitsu is really important, the back story and baggage of life aside, we get to meet on the mats without pretense. Molly finds happiness in knowing she has tried, and continues to learn new things and make positive decisions for her own wellbeing. Topics:...
2024-06-0138 min
JIU JITSU LouE030: Lou Temlett - First Competition - IBJJF Masters 2024Lou opens the episode with a celebration of 30 episodes of the Jiu Jitsu Lou Podcast, and the return from her very first Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competition at IBJJF Masters in Barcelona. Thanks go to everyone for supporting her journey, and she is so grateful for everyone's encouragement in getting to her first competition. She will definitely consider taking part in future competitions! Topics:Female competitorCompetitive spiritSupport and thanksLogistics of competingDeciding to change categoryIBJJF MastersRule SetAims and ObjectivesDefault Bronze Medal IBJJF Masters 2024:https://www.youtube.com/liv...
2024-05-2531 min
JIU JITSU LouE029: Adam Pulfer - Blue BeltAdam joins me from Finland, talking about his martial arts journey. He has a passion to share stories through beautiful photography and video, and is an advocate the mental health benefits of training jiu jitsu. We talk about the challenges and emotions of training and being promoted in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, even when life throws you difficult times. Adam reflects on childhood, and how it has shaped his journey in the art, and how lucky he feels when people share their own stories with him. Topics:Mental HealthThai KickboxingNo GiLeg Lo...
2024-05-1833 min
JIU JITSU LouE028: Angela Taylor - Purple Belt & Christine Martin - Black BeltAngela and her coach Christine join me to talk about Angela's dream, and success through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Learning some great techniques, including meditation from Angela is a huge support for anyone competing of thinking about competing. We hear from Christine, Angela's Coach with some great insight and energy for competing. Angela is inspired to do more because of her success, and the support of her husband, friends and team mates. She also talks about her struggles in Jiu Jitsu as a Blue Belt but still continued to show up and compete. A great episode, e...
2024-05-1130 min
JIU JITSU LouE027: Lo Furneaux - No BeltLo is a great fan of Jiu Jitsu Lou Podcast, and is the proud owner of a Jiu Jitsu Lou giant tea mug! She also works as a member of production staff, supporting high profile jiu jitsu events such as Enyo and Polaris. She claims the title of 'Lo No-belt' because Lo mostly plays at No-Gi, and has been training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for around a year. This episode with Lo is inspirational in itself, very much highlighting the importance of backstage and off-mat production and development in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. To...
2024-05-0439 min
JIU JITSU LouE026: Liam Wilson - Blue BeltLiam talks very openly and honestly about his pursuit of pleasure in life, touching on addiction and indulgence. He shares how Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and his practice of Buddhism has encouraged his progress. Liam's dedication over time has allowed him to really enjoy the art and approach everything with a really beautiful mindset. We talk about the popularisation of Jiu Jitsu, and our reasons for staring training. Liam explains, in detail, a way to accept and deal with all moments in training. and even competition that will deeply improve your game. Listen out for R.A...
2024-04-2734 min
JIU JITSU LouE025: Mat Garner - Brown BeltMat is a Brown Belt from Derby, UK and is Founder of Digittape, a finger tape for jiu jitsu practitioners and is passionate about supporting others with their journey. He started out as a doorman at clubs on the weekends, and then began his Jiu Jitsu career before quitting. Having a good sense of confidence throughout his life has really benefited his game. We talk about Mat's calmness and knowledge and has always been very sporty for most of his life. Mat talks about the benefits of having a great stand-up game including the importance o...
2024-04-2038 min
JIU JITSU LouE024: Jen Edds - Blue BeltJen is co-host of Beauty and The Gi Podcast, and a Blue Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and based in Indianapolis. She started training Jiu Jitsu at the age of 47 after meeting coach, AJ Clingerman at a speakers event. Jen is a seasoned podcaster, who heard a gap in the market for something more from a female perspective in wrestling/martial arts. We discover what we can now do with our bodies in our 40's, training Jiu Jitsu and discovering our ability to be more physical. Taking up opportunities to train and even compete is s...
2024-04-1335 min
JIU JITSU LouE023: Valentina Martin - Yellow & Black BeltValentina is an inspiration, and so very dedicated to the art of Jiu Jitsu. I am joined by Valentina and her Mom Maria and I am overwhelmed with the positive energy from them both. She is turning 15 and celebrating to progress to becoming a woman in her culture, and there is an incredible commitment from Valentina and the whole family. We talk about preparing for competitions, and the future of Valentina's Jiu Jitsu. Being part of her clubs elite team you can watch and listen to just how dedicated she is. It is very apparent V...
2024-04-0624 min
JIU JITSU LouE022: Giada Pedretti - Purple BeltGiada Pedretti is a purple belts who has been training for 6 years but started in 2015 at the age of 15, however the road has been a little bumpy. Her career started Japanese Jiu Jitsu in Italy, and transitioned to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu after a friend suggested she try it. The decision was an easy one at that stage. Making Jiu Jitsu a long term career is completely Giada's passion. Having visited Nottingham on a school excursion in 2017, she decided it was the place for her, and I discover why! We talk about making Brazilian Jiu Jitsu a...
2024-03-3031 min
JIU JITSU LouE021: Barbara Pellegrino - Blue BeltBarbara Pellegrino is a Double Gold Medalist in the English Open at Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, whose approach is 'one fight at a time'. Her advice is to just go for it in competing and to keep going! Whilst her journey hasn't always been easy, she has stuck to it and stayed dedicated, and now today she is a Gracie Barra Ambassador. We talk about starting training during the Covid lockdowns, and doing solo drills, but not the solo drill we may know, solo drills as in miming the moves without a partner! Barbara demonstrates learning m...
2024-03-2336 min
JIU JITSU LouE020: Olivia Marlow - Blue BeltOlivia talks about her experience meeting a new opponent in Enyo6, her second invitation to compete at Enyo Grappling events. Olivia is a committed and dedicated young lady in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, has been competing since a young age, and continues to do so. We talk about Olivia's International competitions with her Mum, Kayley. The incredible opportunity, the amount of competitors, and success of winning medals, as well as the amazing experience of travelling and experiencing culture together. Olivia shares tips and advice from her top and bottom game, as well as her challenges in c...
2024-03-1630 min
JIU JITSU LouE019: Taylor "Armbar Queen" Taylor - Grey Belt Taylor talks about her match at Enyo 6 in Weston-Super-Mare and how she started training less than 3 years ago. Her Dad, Darrell is really supportive of Taylor's journey from his own passion an interest of UFC and seeing how impressive Jiu Jitsu is, suggested Taylor give it a go. We talk about Taylor's progress and ambition in the art and her preference for No Gi matches. She is an incredible and humble individual that presents herself always with professionalism and support for others. I absolutely loved chatting with Taylor and her Dad and continue to...
2024-03-0935 min
JIU JITSU LouE018: Sam Chidwick - Purple BeltSam is a lifetime martial artist, from reenacting scenes from movies as a kid, being thrown to the wall in his first MMA experience to now having 10 years under his Brazilian Jiu Jitsu belt. We connected through Instagram like I have with many of you, and Sam is a podiatrist and founder of Warrior Grips. He also recalls his white belt days, and makes a real effort to bring on and support white belts. Sam also talks about the importance of protecting and looking after your feet. Do check out his socials and information!
2024-03-0225 min
JIU JITSU LouE017: Sandra Hinz - Blue BeltE017: Sandra Hinz - Blue Belt Sandra joins me from Sweden, for this podcast episode, she has such a beautiful and genuine story, finding peace and being completely present on the mats whilst training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. We talk about competing and being supportive of fellow team mates. Giving back, and encouraging others to join on the mats and particularly wanting other women to join the game. Honouring life's experiences, good and bad, bringing lived experience and appreciation whilst dropping all of the labels we accept through life in training jiu ji...
2024-02-2425 min
JIU JITSU LouE016: Colin Howells - 2nd Degree Black BeltColin celebrates 20 years of coaching Brazilian Jiu Jitsu this year and is also Head Coach for the Royal Navy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Team. Colin shares his beginnings in martial arts and his passion for the art. Some amazing advice, and congratulations for White Belts out there, as well as appreciation for the addiction that Brazilian Jiu Jitsu gives us all. What do you need to ask yourself in your current journey in Martial Arts? Colin really gets to the foundation of jiu jitsu progress, by rolling back to prior to challenging positions and working through y...
2024-02-1732 min
JIU JITSU LouE015: Salvo Pace - 3rd Degree Black BeltSalvo started training from age 10 to 15 in Sicily before moving to the UK, however the love of martial arts started some time before this and being inspired by Bruce Lee movies. Professor Salvo now teaches daily at Gracie Barra Bath, and owns and teaches at his other GB schools in the South West. I was heartened to listen to Salvo share his passion for martial arts, and the mindful origins that continue to give joy, and balance to a martial artists life. There are also some very helpful tips when it comes to mindset!
2024-02-0335 min
JIU JITSU LouE014: Ian Rossiter - 3rd Degree Black BeltIan is a 3rd Degree Black Belt and has been training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu since 1999, and has been trained in traditional Japanese Jiu Jitsu, including weaponry, from back in 1987. We talk about Ian's journey, and setting up a Jiu Jitsu School as a Blue Belt in BJJ. This is a great episode of the mindful learning journey of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, where skill and ability comes from dedication to the sport. There are many hidden gems in this episode so it really is worth only tapping out at the very end! To...
2024-01-2732 min
JIU JITSU LouE013: Happy New Year & RoutineHappy New Year! In this episode I talk about making Brazilian Jiu Jitsu a routine and the importance of sleep, calling BS on 'motivation'. Just get to the mats! Welcome to all my new listeners and I really encourage you to book your free session, and start training jiu jitsu. To those of you who have been listening for a while, drop me a DM and come on the show! Topics:Happy New YearRoutinesThe importance of sleepKeep showing upGive Yoga a goCome and be my guestGet inspired, keep shining!
2024-01-0614 min
JIU JITSU LouE012: Lucy Wheeler - Blue BeltE012: Lucy Wheeler - Blue Belt Lucy has been brave enough to travel around Europe and train at a Jiu Jitsu school in Lisbon, not knowing the language and walking fresh in off the street. Whilst we become familiar with the jiu jitsu schools we currently train at, it takes some bravery to take yourself out of your comfort zone and experience somewhere new. However, we have the language of jiu jitsu and this seems to connect us all, around the world! This is a fantastic episode covering minor injuries, training at...
2023-12-0941 min
JIU JITSU LouE011: Annual Review & Spotify WrappedI take this opportunity to reflect and review on my podcasting and jiu jitsu journey's, and the social benefits of being part of a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu school. Getting out of your own way to start enjoying life, starting training Jiu Jitsu, having a go at new activities as part of the wider community. Thanks to all my listeners, especially those who listen on Spotify, as I share the Spotify Wrapped data for the three months of Jiu Jitsu Lou Podcast show! Topics:Weight maintenance Zero expectationsHow much do you ha...
2023-12-0918 min
JIU JITSU LouE010: Maccy - White BeltMaccy has amazing energy and enthusiasm for Jiu Jitsu! Whilst we speak about the fun of being a glasses wearer on the mats, we also dig deep in terms of mental health and rehabilitation. Maccy talks openly about her life challenges and how Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has helped her make small incremental steps to improvement. We also talk about the love and care we have for our Jiu Jitsu Family. Topics:Glasses wearersMental HealthFocus of living to workRefocusing to what's importantNeurodiversityImproving only 1%Constant improvementHow do you take feedback?We're all equalBJJ Family & RespectSupport from o...
2023-11-2532 min
TECH TALKS with LouE042: Donata & Hans on Data Privacy, Laws and Policy GeneratorsDonata Stroink-Skillrud, President & Legal Engineer and Hans Skillrud, Donata's husband and Co-Founder & Vice President of Termageddon discuss the importance of data privacy for anyone who owns a website. We talk about all the different data privacy laws around the world, and how it is the responsibility of you the website owner, to understand the regional law of the visitor that is visiting your site. Shifting the ownership of data from customer to content creator, and consent from website owner to website visitor. Topics:Web agencies are here to helpSmall businessesLegal documentsImportance of privacyGDPR & UKDPAData s...
2023-11-2545 min
TECH TALKS with LouE041: Jo Blood on Ergonomics, Workstation Assessments and Self CareJo Blood is Owner of Posture People, improving people's lives in the workplace and supporting freelancers and businesses to care for their body when working at a desk. We talk about working from home, legal requirements for small businesses and the benefit of having a standing desk, as well as all the equipment that is not so good to use if you're working on a screen! Do check out Posture People YouTube videos. Topics:ErgonomicsWorkstation assessmentsImproving people's livesHelping people flourish when they are workingDo you love your office chair?!Legal requirements for small businessesValue o...
2023-11-1836 min
JIU JITSU LouE009: Emily Eyles - Brown BeltEmily has been training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for nearly ten years now, and trains with Pedro Bessa, one of her 'Jiu Jitsu Dads'! We talk about her infamous reputation as a Jiu Jitsu Goblin, and why it came about, and her drive to compete and try to win BJJ Gi Competitions. She has some great tips for newbies and those who have been training a while. Topics:Goblin ConceptTrying to win CompetitionsCompeting as a White BeltChallenges of training'Masters' definitionTake up spaceFocus on training one thingPositions and moves/techniquesFight anxietyIBJJF World Jiu Jitsu Competition - L...
2023-11-1126 min
TECH TALKS with LouE040: Liz Pendleton on developing apps & waking up feeling great!Liz Pendleton is Co-Founder of Rise & Shine Alarm Clock App, helping people to wake up feeling great! We talk about being the go-to person for tech support during our education years, and being ground breaking in creativity with tech. We also talk about wake hygiene, and the positive benefits of waking up with mindful practice. Topics:Early computers in educationSafe spacesReal life experiencesChallenges of 'getting out of bed'Do you snooze?Wake HygieneHypnopompic stateMindful practiceChallenges of developing an appValue of creation for self LizRise and Shine Alarm Clo...
2023-11-0745 min
JIU JITSU LouE008: BJJ Competitions & Supporting CompetitorsThis week's episode is about entering a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competition, the build-up, the training, the cost and the expectation! Supporting fellow team mates at competitions is a great thing, as well as the excitement of watching No Gi matches. Have a listen, let me know what you think! Topics:Attending competitionsEntering a competitionWinning MindsetExcitement of No Gi matchesFeeling of plateauing in BJJSupporting fellow teammatesStart competing early in your BJJ careerGetting support from fellow team mates Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLou Come and be a pa...
2023-10-2817 min
JIU JITSU LouE007: Lou Temlett - Mum & White BeltHaving trained Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for nearly a year, I have grown in the love for the sport, for myself and my children. Developing new skills, additional strength and calmness, and being part of a community with others who love training Jiu Jitsu, fellow Mums, other parents and friends has been one of the most fulfilling things to do in this time. Once you start rolling…! Topics:New to Jiu JitsuTraining in the Advanced ClassFamilyImproved strength and resilienceDrilling movesMeasuring your own experienceBeing a Jiu Jitsu MumManaging the unexpectedRoutine for success
2023-10-2116 min
JIU JITSU LouE006: James Cathro - Blue BeltJiu Jitsu Lou has a lovely conversation with fellow team mate, James Cathro about training advanced classes and his journey in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Working out what constitutes winning in King of The Hill takes time, and is even easier for shorter people, now James has tirelessly campaigned for half guard as a win! James has some fantastic tips for White Belts, and his mindset with small wins is admirable. Enjoy listening! Topics:What makes a win in King of The Hill?SweepsPassing GuardBlue Belt JourneyLearningJudo throws and gripsHave fun an...
2023-10-1423 min
TECH TALKS with LouE039: Lucy Smith on helping education and organisations become more inclusiveLucy Smith is a Serial Social Entrepreneur and Founder of Inclusive Change, and we talk about identifying as neurodiverse including the challenges in the workplace, and to mental health. Lucy is on a mission to educate organisations to be more inclusive and continue to understand and support on an individual basis as many diversities as possible. Finding ways to facilitate wellbeing, and success to be remarkable. Topics:Neurodiversity30 year career in Civil ServiceAutistic child diagnosisLate DiagnosisFuture of work with neurodiversity in mindThrive in the workplace and educationTech systems to keep everything togetherIdentifying as neurodiverseUnderstanding N...
2023-10-1236 min
JIU JITSU LouE005: Stay Clean, Fight Dirty, with Dan from Grappler's SoapJiu Jitsu Lou talks to Dan Bassett, founder of Grappler's Soap about the martial arts he trains, and keeping it real for the streets. His research into soap brands to solve his sensitive skin has finally brought him to this point in time with his brand success. Take a listen to all the goodies in this amazing Grappler's Soap! Topics:Sensitive skinEczema Research into soapDefence SoapDoing goodStaph infectionsRingwormNot being able to trainGrapplingBrand recognitionIkigaiShipping Worldwide Dan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grapplers_soap/Buy Grappler's Soap: https://www.mrbassetts.co...
2023-10-0720 min
JIU JITSU LouE004: Jiu Jitsu is for EVERYONEI talk about the importance of feeling a sense of inclusion when you train Jiu Jitsu. Flow rolling and a balance of energy and strength. Oh, and we happened to be the top Jiu Jitsu podcast in the charts last week! Topics:BJJ is for everyone@mywhitebelt Jim TrickFlow rolling with Coach Felix & Coach LewisTransgenderCompetitionLearning ReflectionNeurodiversityCommunityTrying something newSearch up to book a free Jiu Jitsu session. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLou Come and be a part of the show: https://calendly.com/lout...
2023-09-3018 min
JIU JITSU LouE003: Sabrina Pavel - Mom & Blue BeltSabrina is a Mom, a blue belt in Jiu Jitsu and is a Kickboxing trainer for the MOMSQUAD. Having just had her second baby by caesarean she is itching to get back on the mats! We talk about her Jiu Jitsu journey, and the benefits it brings to new Moms. Enjoy, OSS! Topics:Student LifeLevelling UpDedicated to trainingWeight lossFeeling stuckPostpartum depressionADHDCentring mindsetFind your new familyReturning to train after caesareanImposter syndromeSurprise promotionHighs and LowsStrength and conditioning Sabrina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/je.suis.bri/Sunshine Athletics: https://www.in...
2023-09-2321 min
JIU JITSU LouE002: Getting StartedThis episode is about getting started in Jiu Jitsu, and being grateful for not knowing anything about martial arts before starting. The benefit of training is that 100%, you gain a new family. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is not just for you, it is for your whole family. Enjoy! Topics:Getting started in Jiu JitsuBruises and injuriesGi Jacket & Gi PantsRankingMeasure of progressCommunitySecond FamilyCompetitionEducating the next generationFundamentalsTrain BJJ anywhere around the worldVulnerabilityLearning capabilityIf you don't win, you learnSoundtrack on the drive to train BJJSearch up your local BJJ schoolUK Apple Podcast Charts - #64 in 24 hours ...
2023-09-1623 min
JIU JITSU LouE001: Warming UpIn this episode I go off on one about my own journey into sports, albeit on the TV as a kid! How tough I found it starting out in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and my achievements and discoveries along the way. Topics:Starting outWrestling and The World's Strongest Man CompetitionsGetting on the matsWarm-upsCommunitySupport & encouragement Come and be a part of the show: https://calendly.com/loutech/jiu-jitsu-with-lou-podcast-connection-call Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.louFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jiujitsuloupodcastJIU JITSU LOU Pat...
2023-09-0912 min
JIU JITSU LouJIU JITSU LOU TrailerWelcome to the Jiu Jitsu Lou Podcast, I’m Lou Temlett and I’m a White Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. I’m also a Mum to fellow students, aiming to encourage and inspire our family’s positive physical, emotional and mental health well-being. I also want to inspire you, and make you feel more confident in starting or continuing with your jiu jitsu journey, I will be chatting with fellow martial artists, personalities and brands so that we can learn more. I’m at the very start of my J...
2023-09-0801 min
The Wealthy Wednesday Podcast with Dave DrimmieS2 E12: Stand Out Podcasts with Kerr MathiesonJoin me in conversation with Kerr Mathieson of Audio Outsource who specialise in creating podcasts for businesses. Learn why a podcast might be just the right way to help your business Stand Out during this forthcoming recession.
Partial Transcript:
Dave: It's really interesting, actually, because there's a formula out there, it's called the 7-11-4. It's 7 hours of content. This is what people need to know in the buyer's journey. There need to be 7 hours of content. Eleven different touch points through four separate channels, and that's whether it's offline or online. So 7 hours of b...
2022-12-0731 min
The Wealthy Wednesday Podcast with Dave DrimmieThe Wealthy Wednesday Podcast. Episode 12: Podcasting with Kerr MathiesonJoin me this week as I speak to Kerr Mathieson of Audio Outsource: Audio Producer and Content Creator.
The key reason for this episode is simple. In the last couple of episodes, our guests spoke about building a team you can trust.
Well, Kerr has helped make this podcast possible and is regarded as part of my 5* team!
Listen to his views on why podcasts are important in this day and age and whether it's something you should be considering (hint: you should!)
2022-02-1626 min
The Story So FarThe Story So Far Series 2 EP5 Alistair KerrJoin me in hearing The Story so Far for Alistair Kerr or Creative Mongrel.
Hear Alistair's journey from Architect to Creative as we discuss Self Employment, Imposter syndrome, Niche markets and more!
Reach out to Alistair here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alistair-kerr-creativemongrel/
http://www.creativemongrel.com/
getintouch@creativemongrel.com
If you'd like to appear as a guest on the podcast, head to https://www.audiooutsource.co.uk/the-story-so-far and fill out the form!
2021-05-2131 min
The Story So FarThe Story So Far Series 2 EP4 Keith MacKenzieWelcome back to another episode of The Story So Far, this time with Professional Voiceover - Keith MacKenzie.
Come and have a listen to how Keith moved into Voiceover from Financial Services (!) and the similarities he has to most of us in running a business.
Keith mentions:
https://www.gravyforthebrain.com/
https://www.scottishvoiceovers.com/
Website: www.keithmackenzie.co.uk
Email: keith@keithmackenzie.co.uk
Phone: 07391 171354
2020-11-1000 min
The Story So FarThe Story So Far Series 2 EP2 Gill FaichneyJoin me in listening to Gill Faichney talk about her work in the third sector, how she got there and what she thinks the future holds.
Gill can be contactedon:
gillfaichney@dvva.scot
01382 305700 – Main DVVA number
www.dvva.scot
www.volunteerdundee.org.uk
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gill-faichney-87b405116/
Here's the glossary for the episode!
DDVA - Dundee Volunteer and Voluntary Association
TSI - Third Sector Interface
KEN - Knowledge Exchange Network
...
2020-10-0600 min
The Story So FarThe Story So Far Series 2 EP2 Donna RobertsonCome listen to the Story So Far of Donna Robertson of squared Insurance Brokers.
A very entertaining conversation in which Donna even shares how she'd love to change the face of insurance services.
You can find Donna here:
https://www.squaredbrokers.com/
or reach her on
donna@squaredbrokers.com
and 07540 450586
If you'd like to appear as a guest on a future episode, get in touch via the website here:
https://www.audiooutsource.co.uk...
2020-09-2236 min
The Story So FarThe Story So Far Series 2 EP1 Trevor FentonWelcome back to Series 2 of The Story So Far.
To kick off this new series, I'm joined by Trevor Fenton of Fenton's Commercial Law.
Come listen to Canadian born Trevor's journey!
Contact Trevor by phone on
+44 1382 848458 (UK)
and +1 604-260-6830 (Canada)
Email him at tfenton@fentonslaw.com
Check the website www.fentonslaw.com
and find him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevorfenton/
If you'd like to appear...
2020-09-0849 min
The Story So FarThe Story So Far EP10 Gerry Higgins - Season Finale!Please join me in welcoming Gerry Higgins to the Season 1 Finale of The Story So Far!
Gerry is a wizard of intercultural communication.
Gerry was a fantastic guest to have as the last in the current series.
We'll return later in the year with more stories from more lovely people. That could include you if you like, just head to www.audiooutsource.co.uk/the-story-so-far !
You can find Gerry in the following ways:
Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerry-higgins-4435662/
Tel No. +44(0)7305521939...
2020-06-3049 min
The Story So FarThe Story So Far EP9 Ed WaughIn this penultimate episode of season 1, I talk to Ed Waugh of Talking Horse Design & Print.
A great insight into how Ed got into design and his love for challenging projects!
You can reach Ed here:
ed@talking.horse
www.talking.horse
on Linkedin @ http://www.linkedin.com/in/edwardwaugh
Facebook: http://facebook.com/TalkingHorseDesignPrint
Instagram is TalkingHorseDesignPrint
Twitter is @MisterEd_THDP
Get The stickers Ed discusses here: www.talking.horse/covid19
If you'd like...
2020-06-2338 min
The Story So FarThe Story So Far EP8 Alison HendersonI've looked forward to both the interview and the publish date for this episode for a while now!
Episode 8 - Alison Henderson - CEO of the Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce.
A great chat with Alison about her journey and what ties her previous careers together.
You can find Alison on Linkedin here.
Check out the Chamber of Commerce here.
If you'd like to appear as a guest on a future episode of The Story So Far, head over to the website and fill out...
2020-06-1653 min
The Story So FarThe Story So Far EP7 Leslie MarshEpisode 6 of The Story So Far sees me in the company of Leslie Marsh
Leslie is a Shamanic Consultant, Storyteller & Professional Speaker.
You can reach out to Leslie here:
Email: info@spiralheart.co.uk
Web: https://www.spiralheart.co.uk
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shamanismscotland/
Blog: https://www.spiralheartscotland.com
If you'd like to appear as a guest on the show, please visit www.audiooutsource.co.uk/the-story-so-far and fill out the...
2020-06-0952 min
The Story So FarThe Story So Far EP6 Christine MackayIn this episode, I talk to Christine Mackay of SalamandraUK animation studios.
A great insight as to how they do business and the passion they hold for animation.
Christine and Salamandra can be reached by the following:
Website: https://salamandra.uk/
Twitter handle: @SalamandraUK
Facebook page: @salamandrauk
Instagram handle: salamandra.uk
Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/salamandradesigndigital
If you'd like to appear as a guest on the podcast, drop me a message at
www.audiooutsource.co...
2020-06-0234 minThe Story So FarThe Story So Far EP5 Stephen FinnJoin me in listening to the story of Stephen Finn, Photographer, Linkedin Champ, and Network organiser.
Stephen can be reached at
Linkedin
Website
Networking/Linkedin events
Email to stephengfinn@hotmail.com
2020-05-2643 minThe Story So FarThe Story So Far EP4 Susan WalshJoin me in listening to the story of Susan Walsh - The Classification Guru (and find out what that means!)
Susan is a great guest and has some entertaining tales to tell.
You can reach Susan at:
susan@theclassificationguru.com
Web: https://www.theclassificationguru.com/
Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/susanewalsh
Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheClassificationGuru/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClassificationG
If you'd like to appear as a guest on The Story So Far, head to...
2020-05-1937 minThe Story So FarThe Story So Far EP3 Liam McKelvieJoin me to hear from Liam McKelvie of ZeroLimbits, Professional Speaker and Quad Amputee.
At age 2, Liam lost all 4 limbs to meningitis, and has become an advocate of positive mindsets and attitudes.
Liam can be reached by email: contact@zerolimbits.com
website: https://zerolimbits.com/
facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZeroLimbits/
insta: https://www.instagram.com/zerolimbits/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liammckelvie2/
If you'd like to appear on the show...
2020-05-1227 minThe Story So FarThe Story So Far EP 2 Jon GillIn this Episode, we hear from Jon Gill of Playful Communications and Made on a Mobile. Jon can be found and contacted here:
Jon Gill
Playful Communications Website
#MadeOnAMobile – Mobile filmmaking and training
Learn to shoot, edit and share video content of your product, process or passion from a single device.
Online training now available
Find Jon online
Web: PlayfulCommunications.co.uk
Twitter: @OnTheSuperfly
Instagram: @OnTheSuperfly
LinkedIn: hellojon
#MadeOnAMobile
2020-04-2850 minThe Story So FarThe Story So Far EP1 Kevin AndersonKevin Anderson of The Story Edge gives us the story of his business, how he got there, and the challenges he's faced. A fascinating and often humourous tale!
Kevin can be found here:
kevin@thestoryedge.co.uk
Linkedin
Twitter @kevanderson
Facebook
If you'd like to appear as a guest on the podcast, please feel free to get in touch. We're always looking for interesting business stories and lessons that can be passed onto others.
Email us at admin@audiooutsource.co.uk or fill...
2020-04-1441 min
The Story So FarThe Trailer EpisodeThis is the trailer episode for the new podcast 'The Story So Far'
The first full length episode is due to be published on 10th April, publishing every fortnight.
On The Story So Far, we talk to businesses and individuals about their journeys, challenges, solutions, and the future.
We focus mainly on the localised area of Dundee, Perth, Fife , Angus, but are more than happy to talk to you if you've been through some interesting times!
If you'd like to be a guest on the show, please get in touch here...
2020-04-0309 min