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ENYO Submission Only Jiu Jitsu PodcastE014: Grace Colley - Brown BeltGrace is very excited for her appearance on the ENYO Grand Prix on Saturday 7th June 2025, and has been preparing for the submission focused rule set. She shares her awareness of comparison of fellow competitors when matched in different ranks. Grace share the buzz and excitement for Invitationals, and the unique vibe of these types of events. She is based in Dublin, and celebrates fellow high level female Jiu Jitsu athletes originating from Ireland. Grace will undoubtedly be hunting submissions the whole way through, and the event will absolutely be fantastic! To...2025-06-0720 min
ENYO Submission Only Jiu Jitsu PodcastE013: Darla Anderson - Yellow BeltDarla Anderson is 13, and ENYO 7 is her first very Invitational. She is already inspired to give back, and help coach kids classes, as she was helped by older kids when she started training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as a 7 year old. Having a vision for her future as a high level athlete is on the cards for Darla, and is very much prepared to put in the hard work and dedication. Darla attends as many open mats as possible, and enjoys training with other girls her age to grow her preparation for invitationals and competitions.2025-06-0615 min
ENYO Submission Only Jiu Jitsu PodcastE012: Lisa Holdsworth - Brown BeltLisa is ready to get back out on the Invitational scene with ENYO 7. She is a busy Mum, balancing family life, training and full-time work as a teacher. Lisa shares her experience of training at Ippon Gym in Bournemouth and particularly highlights the female changing rooms, and whilst it's not an indicator of a great BJJ gym, it might make new women to the sport more comfortable. Lisa is an exceptional PE Teacher, also offering BJJ in schools and festivals, and supporting self-defence for young women. She is very excited for her upcoming Super Fight at...2025-06-0526 min
ENYO Submission Only Jiu Jitsu PodcastE011: Alexis Edwards - Yellow/Black BeltAlexis is coming up to her third outing for ENYO, and has already been training for nearly 10 years, having started Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at age 6. She shares her experience from her first invitational on ENYO 1, and tells how she absolutely loved the walkout experience on ENYO 5, having overcome her nerves from her first outing. Lee, Lexi's Dad reflects on her time on the mats, and her growth over the years, even competing in Australia whilst on holiday. Lexi truly values her fellow training partner Billy, being of a similar size, and the value of matching th...2025-06-0422 min
ENYO Submission Only Jiu Jitsu PodcastE010: Annica Von Mantripp - Blue BeltAnnica is ready and cannot wait to step on the mats at ENYO 7. This is Annica's sixth appearance on an invitational and is incredibly motivated to bring the fire and hunt for as many submissions as possible. She shares her Jiu Jitsu journey, quitting as soon as she was promoted to Blue Belt, and now coming back with a positive mindset. Making subtle positive changes, and talking kindly to oneself is now Annica's priority in life. She shares passionately about her feelings, and embraces the energy of preparedness for ENYO 7. Annica is only up against h...2025-06-0326 min
ENYO Submission Only Jiu Jitsu PodcastE009: Injana Goodman - Brown BeltInjana Goodman is part of the 8 Woman Grand Prix at the ENYO 7 event. She is a Brown Belt and a very active competitor, having only really started competing at Purple Belt a couple of years ago. Creating a flow to her training for competition is now very much a priority for Injana, where there is time for intense training as well as time-off. She balances life between training, S&C, and also Coaching. Topics:ENYO 78 Woman Grand Prix£2k prize potNo Gi CompetitionsBJJ ShowsCoachingCompetition TeamSubmissionsRecoveryGrapple Collective Injana on I...2025-06-0223 min
ENYO Submission Only Jiu Jitsu PodcastE008: Jessie Nelson - Yellow BeltJessie Nelson, Yellow Belt is focused and determined. ENYO 7 is her first Invitational and she started training three and a half years ago. Her inspiration is the tenacity of Ronda Rousey and aims to bring that vibe to the Jiu Jitsu world. Jessie credits her parents for supporting her, and truly values her sister for being one of her greatest training partners. Friendships are very important to Jessie, even though she may fight them on the mats! She is honest about the tough journey she has experienced through to yellow belt. Coach Sonny shares the i...2025-06-0119 min
ENYO Submission Only Jiu Jitsu PodcastE007: Anna Menikou - Purple BeltAnna is not a new fighter to ENYO, she first appeared on ENYO 3 back in August 2023, and enjoys the length of Submission Only matches. Anna shares some really good advice for anyone new to the ENYO stage. Making a game plan is a priority for Anna, especially to get the best out of her game. Anna shares the way she feels when travelling to, and taking part in Super Fights. Meeting other Jiu Jitsu athletes, and training with other women makes the effort and dedication to the sport, all worthwhile. Topics:...2025-05-3125 min
ENYO Submission Only Jiu Jitsu PodcastE006: Taya Jones - Yellow/White BeltTaya Jones is a Yellow and White Belt, and has been on a number of invitationals already, showing up with her skill, fun and tenacity for every match. Danielle, Taya's Mum joins the episode, very much supporting her Jiu Jitsu journey. Taya offers great advice for training with other girls of the same size and rank, in preparation for Invitationals and competitions. She shares some of her favourite training partners, that also happen to be fellow ENYO 7 fighters. When you're at the ENYO 7 event, make sure you make lots of noise for Taya, and cheer h...2025-05-3018 min
ENYO Submission Only Jiu Jitsu PodcastE005: Iris Day - Blue BeltIris Day is very excited to be returning to the ENYO stage. She first appeared on ENYO 5, age 16 and felt very honoured for the invite, as she does now for ENYO 7. Women's Only Open Mats are a great place to work on your stand-up game and improve your Jiu Jitsu. Iris shares her progression through the kids belts, have trained Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for quite a number of years to Blue Belt, and enjoys competing. She regularly coaches kids classes which brings her so much joy, and takes away the fun and spontaneity of the y...2025-05-2915 min
ENYO Submission Only Jiu Jitsu PodcastE004: Serina Sharma - Grey/Black BeltSerina will be heading to her very first Invitational event at ENYO 7, and is feeling very excited to be on the Women's Only stage in Southampton Central Hall on Saturday 7th June 2025. Competing has now become second nature to Serina, to the point where she really enjoys the experience. Balancing life and training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu can be a challenge for any of us, and Serina often thinks about Jiu Jitsu throughout her day to keep her connected with the sport. Topics:Enyo 7First InvitationalGuard playCompetitionsEnyo Foundation Open MatTeamworkTeen's Open Ma...2025-05-2819 min
ENYO Submission Only Jiu Jitsu PodcastE003: Gabriela Kuliga - Purple BeltGabriela has a great Judo background and started when she was 11, and sees it as a very much magical sport, most of us would absolutely agree, especially when we get thrown on a regular basis on the jiu jitsu mats. She loves the dedication and hard work that training in martial arts brings her, and Gabriela truly loves her stand-up game, and is hoping we all boo if anyone pulls guard at ENYO 7! Jokes aside, Gabby is really looking forward to appearing on the show in June, with a highlight reel performance. ...2025-05-2722 min
ENYO Submission Only Jiu Jitsu PodcastE002: SPONSOR - WTF Women That FightVicky and John, founders of WTF Women That Fight share the development of their business, especially as a Sponsor of ENYO 7 now that it has come full circle from Vicky's invite to fight on a previous show. They both truly admire ENYO as the UK and Europe's Biggest Submission Jiujitsu Invitational, and all the work that Josie and the team puts into the events. WTF have a wide range of BJJ kit and apparel, with new products that were debuted at the ENYO Foundation Open Mat. They will be at the EN...2025-05-2621 min
ENYO Submission Only Jiu Jitsu PodcastE001: Courtney Kaye - Purple BeltCourtney Kaye is the first of many competitors on the upcoming ENYO 7 event to join the ENYO Submission Only Jiu Jitsu Podcast. She is a Purple Belt, and competed on ENYO 6 back in 2024. Courtney is inspired, and very grateful for the opportunities that ENYO provides women in martial arts. She also shares her journey from training Muay Thai as a young child, her reluctance to train in the Gi, through to now approaching her second ENYO appearance. She shares a little more about life outside of training, and how she is pr...2025-05-2521 min
KAIROS PRO Jiu Jitsu PodcastE012: KAIROS Sponsor - 866 Jiu Jitsu & Wellness CampMatt Fantom is a Brown Belt and Co-Founder of 866 Jiu Jitsu and Wellness Camp, and one of the many sponsors of KAIROS 2 PRO JIU JITSU. Matt talks of the professional level of the KAIROS 2 event and the quality of Jiu Jitsu seen at the event on Sunday 27th April 2025. Looking after your wellness is an incredible addition to your Jiu Jitsu training, and we all know that much of the learning of the art happens off the mats, at camps like the 866 Jiu Jitsu and Wellness Camp. We talk about the co...2025-05-1325 min
KAIROS PRO Jiu Jitsu PodcastE011: KAIROS Sponsor - Two ChefsBen Sulston and Tinsin Wong make up Two Chefs based in Cambridge, and one of the many sponsors of KAIROS 2 PRO JIU JITSU. Ben is a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Tinsin a self-proclaimed 'spazzy' White Belt and both train at EscapologyBJJ, the host of KAIROS. Listen and learn about blast freezing, and the freshness of the food prepared by the Two Chefs as well as how to create great pasta at home. Both Ben and Tinsin have long careers in the food and hospitality industry, and founded Two Chefs around a year a...2025-05-0938 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
KAIROS PRO Jiu Jitsu PodcastE010: Tommy Yip - Black BeltIn this episode, host Lou Temlett sits down with black belt Tommy Yip to discuss his journey in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and his upcoming super fight at KAIROS 2. Tommy shares insights into his training regimen, competition mindset, and the evolution of his grappling style. Topics:Tommy's path to earning his black beltPreparation strategies for high-level competitionsInsights into the BJJ sceneMental and physical aspects of elite performance Tommy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chinamanyip/ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_eemG0gZNYW_8T9v_yg0...2025-04-2427 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
KAIROS PRO Jiu Jitsu PodcastE009: Emma Louise Thompson - Brown BeltEmma Louise Thompson has been focusing on updates for the KAIROS 2 PRO Jiu Jitsu Grand Prix and very much preparing herself for competing. Emma's approach is to take each match as it comes, of which there are many. She started out with competitive Judo at age fourteen and has continued her growth in martial arts, testing herself through the ranks to now, as a Brown Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Emma favours the Gi from her Judo background, and she is very excited for the coin flip decision on KAIROS 2 were she may end up wi...2025-04-1723 min
KAIROS PRO Jiu Jitsu PodcastE008: Vivi Roustani - Black BeltVivi Roustani will be flying in from Greece and is excited to win the KAIROS 2 Pro Jiu Jitsu £2k prize pot and will be eating nice food, and investing in future competitions. Vivi shares her expertise, and love for the sport of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. She has a mindset of always learning, and understanding her body, to notice how far she has come in her journey. Preparing well for the upcoming KAIROS 2 is a priority for Vivi, with a more holistic approach, with the addition of manifestation, not just winning each match but also the fig...2025-04-1426 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
KAIROS PRO Jiu Jitsu PodcastE007: Daniel De Groot - Black BeltDaniel De Groot is ready for his Superfight with Tommy Yip at the upcoming KAIROS 2 event at EscapologyBJJ on 27th April 2025. Daniel has been training under the same coach since 2015, and uses signature moves such as Half Guard and Guillotine and Foot Locks. Creating an exciting match is one of the many priorities for Daniel. Facing a familiar opponent in Tommy will bring some challenges, and he will have to find some secret alternate moves, over and above Foot Locks from his purple belts days. Bringing Jiu Jitsu to everyone, as we...2025-04-0721 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
KAIROS PRO Jiu Jitsu PodcastE006: Hayley Valentine - Brown Belt Hayley Valentine is fresh back from her recent MMA fight in Miami, and is fired up and a very willing competitor for KAIROS 2. She has an incredible mindset as well an attitude that will bring excitement to every match. Being in the under 55kg division, at the upcoming KAIROS 2 event looks to be as fun as it will be spontaneous. Hayley will be bringing her intensity, as well as her tenacity, knowing that she has all of the self-belief she needs to take the win. She has some incredible team mates around her, al...2025-04-0324 min
KAIROS PRO Jiu Jitsu PodcastE005: Francesca Lana - Brown BeltE005: Francesca Lana - Brown Belt Francesca Lana is going to extreme lengths in her preparation for KAIROS 2.Whilst she is a confident professional athlete, Fran had some hesitations about coming onto the show. Doing hard things in life, really does enable you to grow! Being able to name moves, and replicate the art of Jiu jitsu has given Fran the confidence and positive mindset to continue competing. Not having to work against strength, has changed Fran's perception of Jiu Jitsu. We talk about the holistic approach to the game, and ha...2025-03-3127 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
KAIROS PRO Jiu Jitsu PodcastE004: Amy Derwanz - Brown BeltInvesting in her future is Amy Derwanz's aim as Pro Jiu Jitsu Athlete, and we discuss the importance of prize pots and ambassadorships. Amy focusses on efficiency and variation in her training, especially in the run up to KAIROS 2. As a Brown Belt with many years in both MMA and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Amy shares how we can make life better, not just for professional athletes like herself but for the everyday competitor. There are so many benefits of women training with other women, at training camps, and seeking out fellow competitors in similar weight br...2025-03-2727 min
KAIROS PRO Jiu Jitsu PodcastE003: Libby Genge - Brown BeltLibby is a Brown Belt, and preparing for KAIROS 2 in her competition season of training. She works flexibly to enable her incredible schedule, and very much plans ahead for competing, and currently prefers her No Gi game bringing her Judo, Wrestling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu experience. Taking time to see a Sports Psychologist during her time on the Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme has improved her mindset. Libby shares visualisation techniques for her approach, and praises her parents dedication towards her achievements and success. She talks of how her growth in self-belief has increased massively over t...2025-03-2426 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
KAIROS PRO Jiu Jitsu PodcastE002: Ashley Bendle - Black BeltAshley is a Black Belt and shares that she may be quite emotional if she wins the £2k Prize Pot offered for KAIROS 2! She has been training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for 23 years to-date and has never looked back, and even recalls all the movements being second nature to her, when she wasn't playing with her dolls. Sharing how phenomenal it is to train with other females is something that means a great deal to Ashley, and even more so in recent years. Ashley talks about how supportive everyone was at the KAIROS 1 event, and the po...2025-03-2028 min
KAIROS PRO Jiu Jitsu PodcastE001: Moti Takwoingi - Brown BeltMoti Takwoingi is a Brown Belt and one of the amazing competitors for the upcoming KAIROS 2 Pro Jiu Jitsu Event. She shares what it was like taking part in KAIROS 1, and how excited she is about taking part in this new event. Moti shares her mindset of 'being ready for anything' and is mostly known for her No Gi game, and with KAIROS 2 event is aiming to improve her Gi game. She shares incredible advice for other -55kg female competitors and the advantages of training with other women at open mats. ...2025-03-1724 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 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 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 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 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 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
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
TECH TALKS with LouE038: Dr Jo Watkins on being a medical GP and integrating her entrepreneurial spiritDr Jo Watkins, GP and Founder of The HOW People is on a mission to help teenagers navigate the challenges of growing up in today's society. Dr Jo is a freelance GP, coach, mum of 4, entrepreneur and small business owner that has made her passion of helping others her career. We talk about the shifts and turns her and her business partner have made to continue to build their future. Topics:General Practice TrainingPartner in a GP PracticeHuman ConnectionEntrepreneurshipThe HOW PeopleLive support sessionsMoving business onlineBe ConsistentUsing KajabiCommunityMission to help others...2023-09-1836 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
TECH TALKS with LouE037: Mike Cunningham on Trees, Biodiversity and Carbon BalancingMike Cunningham, CEO and Founder of 9Trees has always had a passion for wildlife and woodlands. Mike shares his knowledge of trees and woodlands, from his favourite trees to climb as a child, to which variety of tree can be planted where, in the UK. Mike's mission is to support individuals and businesses to start their 9Trees journey, and begin carbon balancing the 9 tonnes of emissions each UK citizen is responsible for every year. Our conversation progresses onto using drone footage to monitor biodiversity gains together with mapping tools. Topics:Wi...2023-07-0637 min
TECH TALKS with LouE036: Dr Mhairi Towler on Science Communication & Animation, bringing science to lifeDr Mhairi Towler has been a lifetime in the sciences, as well as a keen eye for the arts and creativity. Dr Mhairi brings science, art and technology together as a founder, animator and educator for Vivomotion. We talk about the inspiration to follow sciences through education, and the imagery of proteins in a cell. With storytelling being one of the most valuable skills in creating science animations, students and clients alike are encouraged to map out the fundamentals of their science communications. Topics:Science and animationFarming backgroundIllustration & BiologyProteins moving around in a cellMovement a...2023-06-1634 min
TECH TALKS with LouE035: Shain Khoja on being a global change maker, and person-centred thinkingShain Khoja is a global change maker, serial entrepreneur, and Founder of Thriving.ai. We are all going to age, and the statistics show that there will be 2.1 billion people over the age of 60 by 2050. Shain has created an app that takes the guesswork, disruptions, and guilt out of caring for your aging loved ones. She shares amusing stories of Afghanistan, interpretation of brand imagery, and understanding priorities of life in different cultures. We discuss the challenges of ageism, being female founders in the tech sector and getting investment. Topics:Being a tech founderBeing a...2023-06-0843 min
TECH TALKS with LouE034: Becky Walsh on comedy in business and the value of humourBecky Walsh is a comedian and author and was a thought-leader for spirituality, back in the day as a Radio Presenter on LBC. Strap in for a rollercoaster of an episode, as we converse about brand, psychology and neuroscience with a huge smattering of unintentional comedy. We also talk about Becky trying to get an intellectual-date with Simon Sinek and some important tips for life and business. Topics:SEE Monster - Unboxed FestivalBranding and EventsAccessibilityCommunity EngagementListen out for the name-drops!Comedy Show about BurnoutStage managementHuman PsychologyCultural ConnectionsSimon Sinek is single?!IntuitionNeuroscienceNeurodiversityGut Health and Mental H...2023-05-1844 min
TECH TALKS with LouE033: Joyce Durst on creating a values-led tech business and thinking biggerJoyce Durst is CEO and Founder of wearegap.com. Joyce is a natural visionary, has nearly 4 decades in tech and is a values-led female leader in the industry. We talk about creating a values-first tech business and technology for good, focusing on customer connection, excellent service and understanding purpose. Topics:Computer EngineeringTechnology working as designReliability in MathsRecognising we are responsible for doing the right thingBeing okay with not doing thingsValues First - GREATNESS, AGILE, PEOPLEBringing your best selfCustomer ConnectionMaya Angelo on Legacy“Your legacy is every life you’ve touched, every person whose life...2023-05-1147 min
TECH TALKS with LouE032: Gemma Casey on Championing and Supporting Start-Ups and Growing BusinessesGemma Casey is NatWest Ecosystem Manager for Wales and host of Inspiring Women Wales Podcast. We talk about Gemma's background in Journalism and storytelling in respect to starting your own business, and the benefits of being supported by the likes of an entrepreneur accelerator programme. Topics:JournalismHelping Communities tell their storyBuilding relationships with trustIntroduction of Camera Phones - pilotCutting out and sticking copy for newspaper proofsCore values of businessBusiness JournalismCommunication | Collaboration | ConnectionBusiness community support and experienceHow to articulate your business clearly60 second pitchStorytelling as a marketing toolBuilding target audience and where they existCitizen JournalismMicro b...2023-02-0739 min
TECH TALKS with LouE031: Saasha Celestial-One on being a Female Tech Founder and fighting the Climate CrisisSaasha Celestial-One is the Co-Founder of Olio - the Number 1 Free Sharing App.Saasha is part of the solution to fighting the climate crisis, and with technology is actively campaigning to educate and inspire individuals and families around the world to reduce food waste and landfill. We talk about female entrepreneurship, community, remote working, and gamification. All very much being a big part of the success behind Olio for employees and the 6 million users worldwide.Topics:Best friends and new MomsSearching for a business problemSharing unwanted itemsCo-Founding a tech b...2023-02-0341 min
TECH TALKS with LouE030: Rob 'The DermaGuru' on Pharmacosmesutical Technology and SkincareRob Russell-Haworth-Dunne, also known as 'The DermaGuru' is on a mission to promote skincare for all genders, and all skin types. His skincare knowledge is incredibly advanced and is an industry mentor and educator. We talk about technology in skincare products and devices, as well as technology to support his growing skincare clinic that serves clients worldwide. Topics:Early skincareSkincare routineIngredients and researchSkin Scanner DeviceDermis and EpidermisDetecting sun damageUnderstanding the skinExpression in the faceDigital skincare shoppingBusiness apps for skincare clinicsR&D in skincareMental Health and skincareAll skincare for all skin typesSkincare for all gendersSPF s...2023-02-0139 min
TECH TALKS with LouE029: Jonny Stevens on Developing an Alcohol Free Drinks Discovery AppJonny Stevens has been working in tech and hospitality for nearly a decade and has developed the worlds first Alcohol Free (AF) Drinks Discovery App. We talk about life in hospitality, using tech to greater inform customers, alcohol free drinking choices available and development of the Better Without App. Topics:Working in HospitalityEvents & Project ManagementTechnology and Problem SolvingHospitality Back Office SystemsAllergen information on menusNetworking eventsHospitality during CovidAnxiety and alcoholAlcohol free(AF) beer on draught in over 200 pubs in the UKNormalising AF social drinkingTom Kerridge - Hand & Flowers in Marlow AF cocktailsAdditional benefit of AF d...2023-01-2453 min
TECH TALKS with LouE028: JUICE on Skating, Dance, Teaching, Pain, Positive Mindset and Skate TechCeejay, aka JUICE has 14 years on wheels, and has always been a mover and a groover, and his mission is get as many skating as possible, even the likes of me!We talk about skating growing up, dreams of being talent spotted for the live stage and the important reality of having a positive mindset. Unbelievably, there was a time in Ceejay's life where he could not walk and he's now a superstar skate hero. Topics:SkatingBecoming a Dance Champion and Talent SpottedContemporary and Street DanceChallenge to find a 'proper job'First pair o...2023-01-1739 min
TECH TALKS with LouE028: Fabrice El Gohary on Micromobility & Hypergrowth in TechFabrice El Gohary has spent the last decade in technology and Micromobility, and is on a mission to decarbonise our societies by enabling people to commute with electric vehicles. We talk about what Micromobility is and how it impacts communities in a positive way, and how to create Hypergrowth in a technology company. Topics:MicromobilitySolution for short journeysEnabling use of electric vehiclesPublic Transport providers in EuropeCommunity transportDecarbonise societiesCombining technology with legacy transportImportance of the Customer Feedback LoopHypergrowth in TechnologyResilience and SustainabilityDecarbonising SocietySocial Inclusion / Carbon Footprint / DiversityEnd of Life of Electric Vehicles - issue of B...2023-01-0340 min
TECH TALKS with LouE027: Matt Young ‘The Journaling Guy’ on Journaling & Men’s Mental HealthMatt Young has spent more than 20 years in broadcasting and is the Founder of The Journaling Guy. We talk about Matt's early career in car and mobile phone sales, as well as an extensive career in radio. This has fundamentally put Matt in a superb position to be the Founder of The Journaling Guy, helping men of all ages start journaling and communicating more. Topics:Working on 'The Business'Car Sales & RadioMobile Phone Sales - commissionFounding The Journaling GuyHelping men to communicateBreaking down barriers to communicationDownload of thoughts onto paperGoing through difficult times in lifeConnectivity t...2022-11-2942 min
TECH TALKS with LouE026: Jeremy Inson on Sports Journalism, Storytelling and The World CupJeremy (Jez) Inson is an International, multi platform Sports Journalist. Jez and I met at Uni and I have been in awe of his success in broadcasting. We talk about Sydney Olympics in 2000 through the years of sporting events to the Qatar World Cup 2022, storytelling, all the secrets of producing sporting broadcasts and how to become a Sports Journalist. Topics:Sports JournalismSydney Olympics 2000Performing Arts & StorytellingHistory of StorytellingWho, What, Where, When, Why and HowSporting documentariesCombining social and politicsFootball World CupsQatar World Cup 2022Advice on how to become a Sports JournalistKnowing your worthSpeed of deliveryLive S...2022-11-2255 min
TECH TALKS with LouE025: Ginny Foster on creating Patents and Becoming a Robotics ChampionGinny Foster now has 6 Patents to their name, she has over 10 years expereince in electrical engineering and her specialism is Robotics. We talk about determination, languages, and what it means to have a Growth Mindset in tech and engineering fields. We also discuss normalising our knowledge when it is above and beyond the norm. Topics:Growth Mindset and ResilienceBeing a Digital Immigrant in a land of Digital NativesEscaping Social AnxietyPausing creative activitiesGetting started with CalculusFormula for learningLearning in a comfort zonePatentability - New, Useful and Non-ObviousIndustrial OperationsBecoming a Robotics ChampionCollaborative and Industrial RobotsSaving time an...2022-11-2044 min
TECH TALKS with LouE024: Elisabeth Hancock on Teaching Yourself Tech and Working Your EnergyElisabeth Hancock is author and podcaster of 'Work Your Energy'. They are a strategic leadership & energy coach and has spent 20 years in the corporate world, helping individuals and businesses achieve their goals and maximise potential. We talk about coaching, finding your niche and normalising energy healing. In this episode I recall a recent dream of me being in graduation robes that are 100 years old, in 2032. Putting this here so I can reference back in 10 years! Topics:Seeing things in a different wayCorporate organisationsCh...2022-11-1344 min
TECH TALKS with LouE023: Steve Hill on Neurodiversity and Identifying as Autistic in the IT SectorSteve Hill is the Commercial Director of Auticon UK, a unique multi-national IT Consultancy and social enterprise, which exclusively employs autistic adults as IT Consultants. We talk about the advantages of neurodiversity of talented IT professionals in the workplace. Topics:The World's Largest employer of Diagnosed Autistic employeesSupporting people in the IT SectorWhat is Neurodiversity?Underemployment for people with autism1 in 100 people in the UK identify as autisticCognitive profilingNon-linear measure of autismJob Coaches with a background in Clinical PsychologyFear of doing or saying the wrong thingUnwritten Rules of the officeHyper/Hypo-sensitivitiesTraining for Organisations'Not everyone i...2022-10-1943 min
TECH TALKS with LouE022: Alexis Kingsbury on SaaS, Mindset and Adding ValueAlexis Kingsbury is an award-winning entrepreneur, with over 10 years of experience, currently running two SaaS businesses with a remote & global teams. He also supports as a board member and consultant for companies such as Sony PlayStation. Topics:Software As A Service (SAAS)Coding Web 1.0 and beforeFlow of data, proving the processMechanical Turk - chess playerBanner Advertising - impressionsMindset of Working SmartCreating a scalable business for LifestyleManagement ConsultancyImposter SyndromeAdding value to a businessConsulting for Small BusinessesBuilding Teams for SuccessEmployee driven onboarding Alexis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexkingsbury/htt...2022-08-3151 min
TECH TALKS with LouE021: LARKHALL on Visual Representation of Classical MusicLARKHALL, the performance alias of Charlie Williams is a composer, a pianist and also a creative coder. Charlie earned an M.Phil. at the University of Cambridge's Centre for Music and Science, where he developed SingSmash, a game you play by singing. That landed him a job helping to develop audio-recognition app SHAZAM. Topics:Why LarkhallEarly SHAZAMSoftware & App developmentPhysical and Location transitionBuilding a network and teamOpen source and Rework cultureDisklavier™ Yamaha acoustic pianoVisual representations of musicChallenges and constraints of technologyPre-Order the new album and see LARKHALL on TourTaking audio and visual comp...2022-06-2244 min
TECH TALKS with LouE020: Len Pannett on Innovation of 3D Printing in the Supply ChainLen Pannett is a supply chain and operations implementation expert with a long experience of working in the fields of engineering and technology. He is a specialist, author and noted speaker on the topic of using 3D printing to overcome supply chain problems. Topics:What is a Supply ChainWhat is 3D PrintingLasers and Electro beams!The Terminator movieRestrictions of traditional manufacturingHistory in 3D printing, began in the 1980'sMaterials in 3D printingWatching 3D printing is boring!Advantages of 3D PrintingWhy there is not more 3D Printing in 2022Customisation of 3D PrintingSpare Parts and Customer Pain Po...2022-06-1946 min
TECH TALKS with LouE019: Marco Robinson on Resilience and being the Hero in your own lifeMarco Robinson is an Award winning Entrepreneur, and Award Winning Film Maker. An epic human being with so many incredible stories to tell. Today he shares his insights into early adopter technology for social gain, being the first kid in the street with a mobile phone, and innovating in new ways throughout his career, to now, producing his own musical. Topics:Credibility does now not require face-to-face meetingsBelief systems around technologySome people not believing technology and progress until they can see itTechnology making local events possible in a global spaceCommunication technology in business is pi...2022-05-1735 min
TECH TALKS with LouE018: Amanda LaCount on Dance and inspiring others to follow their dreamsAmanda LaCount is a well known hip hop dancer, choreographer, model, and influencer.dancer, choreographer, model and influencer. She is the pioneer of #breakingthestereotype™️ and a bit of an inspiration of mine! Some of her most notable performances include The Ellen Show, Meghan Trainor, Katy Perry, DWTS, The Voice, and her National Dance Tour "Amanda LaCount Live". Topics:Seeing the talent at a young ageGoing to the place where the action isYou can be what you want to beRole model for this generationBeing an early adopter of social mediaB...2022-04-0135 min
TECH TALKS with LouE017: Alex Blake On Suicide Prevention in Education and the WorkplaceMy guest Alex Blake, is founder of PMA Obviously! and has found purpose in sharing his story, having started his wellbeing business in 2020, during the first lockdown. He has recently been recognised nationally and has been awarded the Lifestyle Coach Award for the South Coast. Today he seeks to help and inspire others to overcome the shame and fear of admitting attempted suicide and supports in the education and corporate sectors. Topics:Social AwkwardnessDecision makingFeeling lostSharing Mental HealthEducation and depressionWorking in techHiding behind social mediaSuicide PreventionRecharging your own batteriesChanging career direction to find fulfilmentBeing s...2022-03-1130 min
TECH TALKS with LouE016: James Graham On Local, Sustainable & Ethical BusinessMy guest James Graham, is a founder of Communiti - a local and sustainable grocery app.Having faced a number of business pivot moves he now runs a number of successful businesses. He is inspired by having an idea, networking and taking action. James has an amazing ability to co-ordinate and pull together resources for the benefit of the business. His level of commitment is outstanding, as well as having a good sense of fun! Listen in to the Hong Kong Cider story! Topics:Hard work and effort, re...2022-02-2552 min
TECH TALKS with LouE015: Patti Dobrowolski On Drawing Your Future and helping Women in TechMy guest Patti Dobrowolski, author of 9 Tips to Up Your Creative Genius and DRAWING SOLUTIONS: How Visual Goal Setting Will Change Your Life, is founder of Up Your Creative Genius, a consulting firm that uses visuals and creative processes to help companies and individuals around the world accelerate growth and change. Her large format visuals grace the walls of such clients as Microsoft, Nike, Starbucks, PepsiCo, Samsung, The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the Seattle Space Needle. She is host of the podcast Up Your Creative Genius on Spotify and Apple Podcasts ...2022-02-1139 min
TECH TALKS with LouE014: Ben (11) On Lego building, Maths and Balloon ModellingWhat a privilege to interview my son on his very first podcast at age 11! He only started listening to podcasts a week ago when he got his first phone, and now he's appeared on his very own episode. What better gift could a podcasting Tech Mumma give?! Ben has only just started his first business and is excited to grow and develop his skills, as well as have fun along the way. Topics:DancingSuperhero skills at MathsLego buildingBalloon modellingChores and earning a weekly allowanceDreams of running 10 children's parties before UK Su...2022-01-2818 min
TECH TALKS with LouE013: Professor Mike Phillips On Immersive Technologies, Data and EducationMy guest Mike Phillips - Professor of InterDisciplinary (i-DAT) Arts at University of Plymouth, is an inspiration in the immersive, interactive and performative technologies. He is a master in the creative arts with deep consideration for ecology and environment, as well as using super clever sensors and visualisation bringing humans together with data. Topics:Getting into UniversityArts and Science backgroundExperimental mindsetOpening horizons for career choicesLeonardo Journal https://direct.mit.edu/leonBuilding Management SystemsMesh networksTurning Data into experienceScientific v's Human Data (Dirty Data)Char Davis - Immersive VR https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Char_DaviesRoy A...2022-01-2155 min
TECH TALKS with LouE012: Darren Shaw On Starting with The End in Mind - Psychology and TechMy guest Darren Shaw, always starts with the end in mind and he has very clear goals in every aspect of his life. He is know as one the Best Breakthrough Artists in Jungle Music and is a very well known Drum and Base MC, and regularly performs to crowds of up to 10,000 people, and uses his master level psychology to continue to build his successful businesses. Topics:BBC Microcomputers (this was the one with the Owl logo, not the Acorn!)Coding games in the 1980'sEntrepreneurship at a young ageInspiring others to do what y...2022-01-1442 min
TECH TALKS with LouE011: Joanne Butcher On Technology in the Film Industry, Storytelling and FundingMy guest, Joanne Butcher has worked in the film industry for 20 plus years, worked with hundreds of producers, writers and directors. Whilst directing a first run cinema and film school in Miami Beach, Florida, she developed a feature film competition that led to film makers competing for a $200,000 prize. Today she helps film makers raise funds to get their projects made and distributed. 'Every film is someone experimenting with technology' Topics:StorytellingCreativity of technology in filmMechanical Film ProjectionDigital FilmCommercial Edit SuitesInvestment in filmsFilm making educationFundraising for projectsLearning to 'Tell the St...2022-01-0746 min
TECH TALKS with LouE010: Victor Chen On Philosophy, Martial Arts and Positive FunctionalityMy guest on this episode, Victor Chen, is a Real Martial Artist and a Modern Day Philosopher. He is a star in his own right, as an actor and a stunt coordinator in feature films. We discuss getting to the very core of talent, moving away the layers of support stars in the film, dance and tech world. Using ones intrigue and investigation to create our own opportunities. Victor being inspired by Ninja Turtles and me by dancers on Come Dancing in the 1980's! Whilst all of this seems not to re...2021-12-3046 min
TECH TALKS with LouE009: Harriet Williams On getting your voice heard and into the digital worldMy guest on this episode, Harriet Williams, is a pioneer in educating and influencing young black mum's to consider options within the tech world. She, like many young mums found it difficult to return to work or education. She began to question her legal rights and the rights of other teenage parents who were in a similar position to herself. She is a founder working independently as a Young Parent Consultant offering services in the statutory and voluntary, startup and scaleup sector as a public speaker, researcher and content writer. I me...2021-12-2333 min
TECH TALKS with LouE008: Ollie Kelly On Customer Centricity, Kaizen and Web 3.0Ollie Kelly has been in tech and customer experience for nearly a decade, his aim is to help others with their own progress and learning in tech. He loves networking, and making meaningful conversations. He has an amazing capacity for customer centricity and efficiency with Kaizen. He's an inspiration in the linguistics and language field bringing his skills to automation. Ollie is the Founder of The NFT Project, which we'll leave for a future podcast! Topics:Omnichannel ExperienceCustomer CentricityContinuous ImprovementAutomationInteractive Voice Recording SystemAsynchronous MessagingSocial ListeningIntegrated TechnologiesOperationsLinguistics and languagesCryptocurrencyWeb 3.0 The NFT Project: ht...2021-12-1637 min
TECH TALKS with LouE007: Jannice Jones On Being a Successful Well-PreneurIn this episode of TECH TALKS WITH LOU I interview Jannice Jones about her positive mindset and making a success of her new venture in Well-Preneurship with The Positive Life Company. After completing her Masters in Positive Psychology, she now coaches businesses and individuals to address the whole business or self with Positive Wellbeing. She focuses on enabling businesses to flourish and change culture for positive outcomes. Jannice and I work together intuitively for me to support her with a comprehensive tech service for her Positive Life Company business. 2021-12-0929 min
TECH TALKS with LouE006: Michael Giuliano on Engineering, Curiosity, Thinking and Taking ActionMichael Giuliano, epic interview. Takeaways: start thinking, take action. Listen to your customers, keep listening to your customers, build from the ground up with your heart and soul. Advice for anyone out there with a desire to build or create tech, or in fact, anyone delivering any product or service to a customer. Great things come from a spark of genius, that is feeling and intuition as well as a process driven mind. Topics:Engineering mindsetCuriosity on how things work5 Whys, SMART objectivesLego buildingProblem solvingTech growth and visionHardware & Software'Engines' that make things workThe simplicity o...2021-12-0249 min
TECH TALKS with LouE005: Samsera On Women In Tech and CreativityIn this episode of TECH TALKS WITH LOU I interview Samsera, a fellow woman in tech, who also has an absolute love and talent for creativity. She also features her new song 'Nothing Wrong with Me', so stay until the end and you'll get to hear it, and see it if you're following on YouTube. Topics:Creativity and coding synergyMusic and playing instrumentsOpportunities to travel for workGoing with the flowWomen in TechOwning your voice in TechMusic ProductionTake the BRAVE PILL and JFDI, every day! https://www.samsera.co...2021-11-2543 min
TECH TALKS with LouE004: Lou Temlett on creativity and logicThis episode of TECH TALKS WITH LOU is a solo episode where you get to hear insights into my firm foundation of logic and creativity.Sharing a personal perspective on my life: being taught to code at the age of 3, learning essential life skills and following one of my dreams.Topics:Coding and logicCreativity and life skillsWebsite developmentFintech and AccessibilityFinding your own experience and knowledge and bringing it to the forefront of lifeBecoming more aware of my skillsFollowing my dreams, running successful teamsTake the BRAVE PILL and JFDI, every day!2021-11-1815 min
TECH TALKS with LouE003: Tim Jones On Tech in Dairy Farming and Following His DreamIn this episode of TECH TALKS WITH LOU I interview Dorset Dairy Farmer Tim Jones.Now, I had a sense of how tech might compliment the farming industry but certainly not to the extent that it does. Tim talks about GPS tracking, apps, systems and labour monitoring, together with tips for anyone with a dream to become a dairy farmer.Topics:GPS Tracking in Dairy FarmingFarming AppsLabour MonitoringFollowing your dreams Tim: https://www.instagram.com/rewheadfarm/Lou: https://www.instagram.com/lou.temlett/...2021-11-1134 min
TECH TALKS with LouE002: Jurgen Donaldson On Being Disconnected in Today's Digital WorldHey, Welcome!Welcome to my podcast:TECH TALKS WITH LOU. Thank you for being here for my second episode, where I interview Jurgen Donaldson who now works in Talent Acquisition at Swift having 17 years in recruitment and losing his sight 2 years ago. He is now a advocate for issues that impact the visually impaired communityTopics:Disconnected in today's digital worldIncrease accessibility on social media Jurgen: https://www.instagram.com/the_blind_foodie/Lou: https://www.instagram.com/lou.temlett/ht...2021-11-1143 min
TECH TALKS with LouE001: Jose Ucar On Connection, Purpose and Taking ActionHey, Welcome!Welcome to my podcast:TECH TALKS WITH LOU. I feel very honoured that you are here right now, listening.Thank you so much.In my very first interview, I ask Jose Ucar, a global TEDx speaker, NLP coach, international business marketing specialist and founder of Finding Excellence, about how he uses tech within his business.Topics:ConnectionPurposeTaking ActionAutomation Jose: https://www.instagram.com/jose_ucar_/Lou: https://www.instagram.com/lou.temlett/https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisetemlett/...2021-11-1139 min
TECH TALKS with LouShow TrailerHello, I'm Lou Temlett, welcome to TECH TALKS with Lou, the show in which I discuss the top tech secrets for success from the best in today's digital world. So, to make you feel more confident with the trials and tribulations of technology, each week, I'll be chatting with business owners about their successes with tech in their quest to fulfill their dreams. And I'll also be hearing from you the listener, about your tech tales of frustration from the corporate world, and how I can help shift your mindset with a positive sense of c...2021-11-1001 min