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The Active CodeThe Active Code Podcast # 52 | Leading teams with purpose, presence and impact - Matt NowellWho is our guest? Matt Nowell is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in people management, including roles at EY People Consulting and IBM Consulting. With a deep-rooted passion for sports and its profound impact on leadership and teamwork, Matt has combined his love for physical activity with extensive corporate expertise to foster growth and connection in organisations. His keen interest in behavioural science, understanding how people think, act, and work, has been central to his career trajectory, influencing the way he approaches leadership and organisational challenges. Having witnessed fi...2025-07-0747 min
The Active CodeThe Active Code Podcast # 51 | Lead, Move and Inspire - Ben HazeldineWho is our guest? Ben Hazeldine is a passionate entrepreneur and respected leader in the children’s sports coaching sector. Inspired by his parents, both athletes and educators, Ben combined his love for sports with a commitment to education to launch Future Stars Coaching in 2009. His vision is to provide high-quality, engaging sports education for children.Since then, Ben has grown the business into a thriving franchise network, with 14 territories now delivering activities to over 25,000 children every week. His innovative approach includes developing training programmes for PE teachers, raising the standard of school spo...2025-06-2340 min
The Active CodeThe Active Code Podcast # 50 | Educator to Entrepreneur - John MulhollandWho is our guest?John Mulholland is a multi-faceted professional with a diverse background in both education and business. Initially beginning his career as a secondary school teacher specialising in A-level geography, John has since expanded his horizons to become the director of a fast-paced sports coaching company called Fiesta Sports Coaching. Beyond education and sports, John is also a property developer with over 20 years of experience. As an educator, John is passionate about developing young minds and has leveraged his extensive teaching experience to improve the physical education sector. Under his leadership, F...2025-06-0238 min
The Active CodeThe Active Code Podcast # 49 | Why Great Leaders Are Always Selling? -Suzy HuntWho is our guest? Suzy Hunt is an accomplished executive and leadership coach passionate about empowering others through personal and professional development. With a rich corporate leadership and sales background, Suzy transitioned to coaching after a pivotal moment in 2017, when simple career advice nudged her towards uncovering her true calling. She holds a qualification in coaching and mentoring from the University of Salford. She has since established herself as a go-to expert for C-suite executives, teams, and individuals seeking to enhance their confidence and achieve performance excellence in their professional lives. In her fo...2025-05-1244 min
The Active CodeThe Active Code Podcast # 48 | 'Unlocking Financial Fitness' - Duncan LloydWho is our guest? Duncan, the founder and CEO of Profit Genie, is a renowned expert in financial management and business profitability. With a strong background in accounting, Duncan has dedicated his career to helping businesses transcend beyond mere compliance and achieve substantial financial growth. At Profit Genie, Duncan, the founder and CEO of Profit Genie, is a renowned expert in financial management and business profitability. With a strong background in accounting, Duncan has dedicated his career to helping businesses transcend beyond mere compliance and achieve substantial economic growth. At Profit Genie, Duncan champions the "p...2025-02-1027 min
The Active CodeThe Active Code #47- Leadership in Motion: Inspiring Active Communities with Wayne Glover, Time 4 SportWho is our guest?Wayne is the founder and managing director of Time4Sport, which promotes physical activity and healthy lifestyles for children and families. With a background in sports coaching and development, Wayne has been leading Time4Sport for over 18 years, growing the organisation to employ 24 staff and serve 7,500 children and families weekly. He holds a BA in Sports Development and Coaching and has extensive experience in coaching, management, and community engagement. Under his leadership, Time4Sport has expanded its services to include school programmes, holiday camps, and family weight management initiatives. Wayne is...2025-01-2043 min
The Active CodeThe Active Code Podcast #46| Creating Active Communities- Dan Wilson and Alex OgdenWho are our guests? Dan Wilson and Alex Ogden are pioneering spirits in the realm of physical education (PE), each illustrating the transformative journey from teaching in schools to spearheading community-wide initiatives for active living. Dan’s evolution from a PE specialist to a director at Yorkshire Sport Foundation is a testament to his leadership in melding education with broader community goals. His personal experiences highlight a strong belief in the value of sports for social and development benefits. Similarly, Alex’s path from a passionate PE teacher to a role at Yorkshire Sport Foundation under Dan's guida...2024-07-1557 min
The Active CodeThe Active Code Podcast #45| Building a Legacy of Movement and Leadership - Ryan Harris, School of PlayWho is our guest? Ryan Harris is a charismatic leader in the children's sports coaching and activity sector. Beginning his career at 17 years old, as a kids' activity club provider at David Lloyd's leisure centre, Ryan has demonstrated a natural flair for sports and leadership. His early involvement in tennis, where he excelled to become the number one player in Lancashire for his age group, laid the foundation for his passion for sports and its development.Despite leaving university early, Ryan's entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to sports led him to recognise th...2024-06-2450 min
The Active CodeThe Active Code Podcast #44| Igniting the spark in physical activity - Adam HollandWho is our guest? Adam Holland is a visionary leader in the children's physical activity sector, having devoted over nine years to managing Progressive Sports in Derbyshire, Nottingham, and Chesterfield. His journey, unconventional in the beginning, started right after high school when he dived into a sports coaching apprenticeship with Port Vale. Despite the early end of his tenure due to financial constraints, Adam’s passion never wavered. He quickly found a new beginning with Progressive Sports, where through dedication, learning, and genuine care for community wellbeing, he has significantly expanded the organisation's reach across the...2024-06-0342 min
The Active CodeThe Active Code Podcast #43| Empowering the Next Generation - Andrea SpringthropeWho is our guest? Andrea Springthorpe is an inspiring figure with a multifaceted professional journey deeply rooted in physical activity and fitness. Starting her career in sales and marketing, Andrea found herself unfulfilled and longing for a change. At 28, she took a bold step by quitting her job to pursue a degree in Exercise, Physical Activity, and Health as a mature student at the University of Huddersfield. This decision was a turning point, leading her to explore various domains of physical fitness but ultimately recognising that her heart was not in becoming a PE teacher. I...2024-05-1338 min
The Active CodeThe Active Code #42: Play Beyond Boundaries- LUSUWho are our guests? With over 25 years of experience in fostering a culture of inclusivity and engagement in sports, Louise Assioun and Sue Morrison stand out as true champions of making physical activity accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Louise, with her rich background in physical education and a level 4 tennis coaching accreditation, spearheads the Team GB Visually Impaired Tennis team, offers invaluable expertise to the Battle Back program, and consults on various projects, including content creation for the LTA’s Coach Education department. Her dedication shines in her work to inspire and develop skills in oth...2024-04-2252 min
The Active CodeThe Active Code Podcast #41| Creating an unstoppable team- Mike MichalowiczWho’s our guest? Mike Michalowicz is the entrepreneur behind three multimillion-dollar companies and is the author of several business books, including Profit First, Clockwork, The Pumpkin Plan and his newest book, All In. Mike is a former small business columnist for The Wall Street Journal and a business makeover expert for MSNBC. He regularly travels the globe as an entrepreneurial advocate.Mike is a dynamic, energetic and passionate individual, often described as a source of inspiration by his peers. As a business leader, author and speaker, he is dedicated to eradicating entrepreneurial pov...2024-04-0130 min
The Active CodeThe Active Code #40: Boosting Customer Experience in Sport & Fitness Industry- Richard Beevers, Customer PlusWho is our guest? With over 40 years of experience in marketing communications and customer relationship management, Richard is the director at Customer Plus, a leading consultancy that helps businesses improve their customer experience and loyalty. He is also a certified NPS practitioner and an accredited C-me colour profiling activator, which enables him to deliver effective and engaging workshops and training sessions for clients across various sectors.What do we discuss?Career Journey and Business VenturesRole and Services of Customer PlusPassion for Sports and Physical ActivityIntroduction to...2024-03-1149 min
The Active CodeThe Active Code #39: Navigating the challenges and opportunities of physical activity for the youth, Kay Batkin, Youth Sport TrustWho’s our guest?Kay Batkin is the Network Director at Youth Sport Trust. Inspired from an early age to work in sports education, her professional journey began with the aspiration of becoming a PE teacher. However, after a chance conversation with her own PE teacher, she decided to broaden her horizons and studied Sport and Recreation Development at Leeds Beckett University. After graduation, she found herself thrown into local authority roles managing school improvement and sports development. Within her career, her leadership roles have taken her from managing pivotal sports programmes and competitions to bu...2024-02-1959 min
The Active CodeThe Primary PE Huddle Podcast| How to add that element of excitement? with Hannah Davis, Glenmead Primary SchoolWho is our guest?On our new season of PE Huddle Podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting Glenmead Primary School's class teacher and PE Lead, Hannah Davis. Hannah has been teaching for 4 years and has been in the PE Lead position for 3 years, having shadowed and supported the Deputy Head with PE previously. Her background includes obtaining a degree in PE and Sport Studies combined with Childhood and Youth Studies, before completing a SCITT in Primary Teaching. Hannah has a strong passion for sports and PE, enjoying competing in athletics and cross c...2024-02-1252 min
The Active CodeThe Active Code #38- Navigating the Business Landscape with Chris Michaelides, CMXSCOur latest Active Code Podcast had the pleasure of hosting CMXSC’s Founder and Director, Chris Michaelides, a passionate entrepreneur with a deep-seated love for sports.Chris shared insights on his personal and professional journey, revealing how he navigates the challenges of being a business owner while emphasising the transferable skills he absorbed from his passion – sports.Who is our guest?Chris is a passionate director who strives to positively impact and engage as many children as possible through physical activity. He is the...2024-01-2244 min
The Active CodeThe Active Code Podcast #37| Invest in people that put children’s needs first and business needs second. -Matt OgleThe Active Code: “Invest in people that put children’s needs first and business needs second”.We’re excited to welcome Matt Ogle, Founder and Director of S4A, to The Active Code. Matt set up S4A when he was just 15 years old and has sent led his passionate team to help inspire children through creativity, sports, and play. As a leading provider in the Buckingham, Northampton and Oxfordshire regions, Matt is perfectly positioned to offer advice and support to leaders during this episode. Matt Grew up being predominantly sports centred at...2023-07-1751 min
The Active CodeThe Active Code #36: Stop expecting people to be active- Rafe Turner, CIMSPAWe’re excited to welcome Rafe Turner, Partnership Executive at CIMPSA, to The Active Code. As the sector’s chartered professional body, CIMSPA works on behalf of the whole sport and physical activity sector – supporting, developing, and enabling professionals to succeed and, as a result, inspiring our nation to be more active.CIMSPA helps to nurture talent, develop careers, inspire professionalism, and set clear regulatory standards for success, continuing the development of a modern, prosperous and respected sport and physical activity sector. Who is Rafe Turner? Rafe Turn...2023-06-2646 min
The Active CodeThe Active Code Podcast #35 | Fox Cycling gives your organisation a point of difference- Dave Thomas, Fox CyclingWe’re excited to welcome both Dave Thomas, Director of Business Development at Fox Cycling, to The Active Code. Since 2010, Fox Cycling has taught thousands of children to cycle so families can ride together; the fun, progressive instruction has been further refined and developed over time.We all know that the current generation of kids spends way too much time indoors, leading sedentary lifestyles, and cycling is the perfect antidote to this problem. But, as we all know, learning to ride a bike can be tough, especially when the bikes are too heavy, or those pes...2023-06-0548 minThe Active CodeThe Active Code Podcast #34| Without great people, you don’t have a business- Adam Hampson and Karl AndradeWe’re excited to welcome both Karl Andrade and Adam Hampton, Directors at Essex Professional Coaching, to The Active Code. Karl Andrade and Adam Hampson hold Director positions at Essex Professional Coaching and are recognised for their immense passion within the AAP network. Essex Professional Coaching is committed to fostering personal development, motivation, and inspiration through sports and physical education. Their core values of enthusiasm, passion, and care are deeply ingrained in their approach to coaching. Who are Karl and Adam? Karl and Adam are the Dire...2023-05-1552 minThe Active CodeThe Active Code Podcast #33| Turn heads towards a career with your organisation - Tom TroutWe’re excited to welcome Tom Trout, an expert in Nursery, Childcare, Wraparound care, and Sports Coaching Recruitment, to The Active Code. Tom is the Managing Director of Love Recruitment, which specialises in recruiting care staff for companies across the UK. They recruit for all departments within the childcare sector, from senior operations to front-line teams. Their services include providing staff for wrap-around care, sports camps, and childcare environments. Love Care Recruitment's focus is on providing outstanding service and delivery while continuously innovating to ensure their clients make the right decisions. Who is Tom...2023-04-2458 min
The Active CodeChildren spend less time outdoors than prison inmates, Stuart ArmstrongWe’re excited to welcome Stuart Armstrong, a strategic sports development professional, to The Active Code. Stuart has been involved with some of the biggest names in the industry. Some of which include The Golf Foundation, UK Coaching, The RFU as Head of Player Pathways, and Development & Rugby Growth. Stuart’s most recent role with Sport England as Head of Coaching & Strategic Lead for Workforce Transformation. Using his extensive experience within the industry, Stuart shares the current challenges with physical activity initiatives. Who is Stuart Armstrong? Stuart Ar...2023-04-031h 02
The Active CodeNavigating acquisitions and leading teams to success, Craig Brennan - Best bitsLast week we welcomed Craig Brennan, founder and CEO of The Little Sports Group, to The Active Code.This episode is the best bits! Drawing on his extensive experience in the sports, education, and childcare industries, Craig shared his expertise and insights in this must-listen episode. Who is Craig Brennan? Craig Brennan is an experienced CEO with a demonstrated history of working in sports,education and childcare. Craig is founder and CEO of The Little Sports Group, a group...2023-03-2002 min
The Active CodeNavigating acquisitions and leading teams to success, Craig BrennanWe’re excited to welcome Craig Brennan, founder and CEO of The Little Sports Group, to The Active Code.Drawing on his extensive experience in the sports, education, and childcare industries, Craig shares his expertise and insights in this must-listen episode. Who is Craig Brennan?Craig Brennan is an experienced CEO with a demonstrated history of working in sports,education and childcare. Craig is founder and CEO of The Little Sports Group, a group of companies that provide education, childcare and physical activity programmes across the UK to scho...2023-03-1351 min
The Active CodeScaling up with purpose, Chris SharmanWe’re excited to welcome Chris Sharman, co-founder of Topodium, to The Active Code. Chris has been at the forefront of innovation in the sports, health and wellbeing industries and has a wealth of experience and insights to share. Through Topodium, Chris aims to transform these industries and make a positive impact on people's lives. Who is Chris Sharman? Chris co-founded Topodium Group in 2020 with a single mission; to transform the sports, health and wellbeing industries. By leveraging a powerful set of collaborative solutions and indus...2023-02-2045 min
The Active CodeGo down and talk to people, Ben Rigby - Best bits!Last week we has Sporting Communities’ Ben Rigby join us on The Active Code. Here are some of the best bits of the episode for you to enjoy. Who is Ben Rigby?Ben Rigby is Managing Director at Sporting Communities.Sporting Communities is an ethical, not-for-profit community interest company who are committed to delivering cost-effective, timely and professional services. What do we chat about in the full episode?You’ll get to hear:· How Ben and his team have engaged over...2023-02-0703 min
The Active CodeGo down and talk to people, Ben RigbyWe’re excited to have Sporting Communities’ Ben Rigby joining us on The Active Code.Who is Ben Rigby?Ben Rigby is Managing Director at Sporting Communities.Sporting Communities is an ethical, not-for-profit community interest company who are committed to delivering cost-effective, timely and professional services. What do we chat about?During this episode you’ll get to hear:· How Ben and his team have engaged over 30,000 people in regular physical activity· How Ben and his team have invested millions into communities 2023-01-301h 00
The Active CodeLet people have their moment, Chris Jones, the best ofOur last episode of our podcast was with Chris Jones, ex-international England rugby player. This latest episode features the best bits of that podcast.Who is Chris Jones?On the pitch, Chris was a senior player and key decision-maker. Chris was a key member of successful Premiership-winning squads and capped for England.Following his playing days, Chris is still involved in coaching and mentoring younger players.In his professional career, Chris has moved outside of the sector.What do we chat...2023-01-1803 min
The Active CodeLet people have their moment, Chris JonesAre you a rugby fan?Then you will not want to miss the next episode of The Active Code.We’re thrilled to announce our guest this week is Chris Jones, ex-international England rugby player. Who is Chris Jones?On the pitch, Chris was a senior player and key decision-maker. Chris was a key member of successful Premiership-winning squads and capped for England.Following his playing days, Chris is still involved in coaching and mentoring younger players.In his professional career, Chris has mov...2023-01-0946 min
The Active CodeThe multiple barriers, including belonging and access, Tess HowardWe’re thrilled to announce Hockey star Tess Howard is joining us on The Active Code!Who is Tess Howard?Tess Howard is a Great Britain and England Hockey player. Since recording the episode, Tess has gone on to extraordinary heights in her Hockey career, including scoring a winning goal against Australia in the gold medal match of the 2022 Commonwealth Games.In addition to Tess’s Commonwealth successes, she’s also a public speaker, guest writer and podcast host.What do we chat about?During the ep...2022-12-1245 min
The Active CodeLead by listening - Tara Dillon - Part 2The wait is over.The Active Code is back.And not just as audio, but video too!That’s right, not only can you listen to us, you also have the option to see us on our YouTube channel, by clicking here.We’ve got a whole new host of experts joining us to explore how we can boost leadership and get more children active.And what a first guest we have.Who is our guest?We’re delighted to be joined...2022-11-2839 min
The Active CodeLead by listening - Tara Dillon - Part 1The wait is over.The Active Code is back.And not just as audio, but video too!That’s right, not only can you listen to us, you also have the option to see us on our YouTube channel, by clicking here.We’ve got a whole new host of experts joining us to explore how we can boost leadership and get more children active.And what a first guest we have.Who is our guest?We’re delighted to be joined...2022-11-2137 min
The Active CodeActive Code Season FinaleThe series finale of The Active Code is here and what a series it’s been!To say farewell (for now), we’re looking back on series 3 and bringing you the very best bits in this final episode.Who’s joined us on the podcast this series?We’ve welcomed a whole host of exceptional business owners and experts from both inside and outside of the sports coaching and children's activity sector:Episode 1: Chris Brindley - Non-Executive Director, International Speaker, Executive Coach and Consultant in business and sport2022-04-0607 min
The Active CodeMeet the young people where they are and bring pizza!, Hannah CraneThis week on the podcast we chat to Hannah Crane, Director of Development at StreetGames. Who is Hannah Crane?Hannah is Director of Development at StreetGames, an organisation creating positive change in the lives of disadvantaged young people through the power of sport. Hannah joined StreetGames in 2011 as Partnership Manager, heading up the organisation’s legacy building strategy for London 2012. Now, as Director of Development, Hannah manages the design, writing and delivery of StreetGames’ training. What’s discussed in the episode? ...2022-03-2845 min
The Active CodeDevelop relationships to effect change, Mitchell QuirkeThis week on the podcast we’re joined by Mitchell Quirke, Business Development Manager at Progressive Sports.Who is Mitchell Quirke?Mitchell Quirke is in his eighth year at Progressive Sports.As Business Development Manager, Mitchell develops meaningful partnerships with primary schools and community projects in the Bristol and South Gloucestershire region.Why?To engage and inspire children to lead active and healthy lives.What’s discussed in the episode?The importance of a healthy body and healthy mindHow Progressive Sports doubled thei...2022-03-1444 min
The Active CodePrioritise value over cost, Jack ShakespeareThis week’s guest brings with him years of experience in the children’s activities sector.Joining Paul and Luke for a chat is Director of Research, Policy and Communications for ukactive, Jack Shakespeare. Who is Jack Shakespeare? Starting his career with Fit for Sport in 2007, he helped the organisation become one of the country’s most well-known children’s activity organisations. In a 10-year journey Jack helped develop hundreds of people to operate in the sector and became Head of Training and Development.Moving on to become Head of ukactiv...2022-03-1454 min
The Active CodeShout louder about the benefits, Dennis KennedyThis week on the podcast we welcome Dennis Kennedy, founder of Inspire Activity Limited. Who is Dennis Kennedy? “It takes a village to raise a child" is a proverb that really resonates with this week’s guest. Dennis Kennedy is the founder of Inspire Activity Limited, a West Midlands based organisation that connects people with activity providers through the Community Games project. Swapping life in the corporate world to work with a core voluntary team and provide an environment where children and young people are inspired to grow in a safe an...2022-03-071h 06
The Active CodeYou get multiple shots at business, but only one shot at life, Edwyn van RooyenThis week on The Active Code we welcome tech entrepreneur Edwyn van Rooyen who’s using science, tech and real-time data to help organisations, schools and individuals find their own perfect blend of health, happiness and success. Who is Edwyn van Rooyen?Ed is a successful tech entrepreneur, having set up and run multiple organisations. With a background in legal and financial services and a keen interest in sport and physical activity, Ed is passionate about creating successful teams who thrive within the workplace. Ed’s most recent venture, T-Cup...2022-02-2850 min
The Active CodeThere’s only so much time to do things, Adam LakelandWho is Adam Lakeland? Adam Lakeland is founder and director of Pro Sport Coaching Ltd . Dedicated to raising children’s activity levels, Adam launched Pro Sport Coaching in 2006, growing a team of like-minded individuals who deliver quality physical activity provision in Lancashire schools and nurseries. Alongside his role as director, Adam is a committed First Team Manager at Curzon Ashton FC. He joined as manager in November 2021, prior to which he was manager of Farsley Celtic FC from May 2017 - October 2021. Adam’s first season saw him guide the team to the Evo-Stik Premie...2022-02-2157 min
The Active CodeChildren don’t ask if you’re from the public or private sector, they don’t care, Chris BrindleyWho is Chris Brindley? Chris Brindley is a Non-Executive Director, International Speaker, Executive Coach and Consultant in business and sport. Chris’ career prior to his current portfolio of roles spanned two different industries, having been an Executive Director in both. After four years as MD at the UK’s leading challenger bank, Metro Bank, Chris decided to make the move that has seen him recognised with an MBE for services to sport and awarded winner of the Institute of Directors, UK Non-Executive Director of the Year in 2017. Chris is a leading Confere...2022-02-1454 min
The Active CodeSeason 3 Teaser2022-02-0701 min
The Active CodeBecome a better leader by doing, Steve MitchellIn the series finale, hosts Paul Griffiths and Luke Johnson are joined by Steve Mitchell.Who is Steve Mitchell?Mitch is a Skills and Sport Consultant and retired rugby player who believes that sport can change lives. Mitch’s parents ingrained in him the importance of physical activity from a young age, and this led him to taking a gap year coaching in primary schools in Johannesburg, followed by a degree in PE and Sport Science at Loughborough University. After graduating, Mitch worked in the public sector in a...2021-08-301h 02
The Active CodeDevelop people through delegation, Anderson HirstIn the penultimate episode of this series, hosts Paul Griffiths and Luke Johnson are joined by Anderson Hirst.Who is Anderson Hirst?Anderson is the Founder and Director at Selling Interactions, an international sales consulting and training organisation based in Birmingham. He is a passionate researcher of sales best practice, splitting his time between sales research and hands-on delivery.After switching from an initial career as a brewer, Anderson started out in front line technical sales before moving into the field of sales training and consulting where he sold...2021-08-2345 min
The Active CodeCollaborate and be clear on your 'why' - Andy HealdIn this week’s episode of The Active Code, hosts Paul Griffiths and Luke Johnson are joined by Independent Educational Consultant, Andy Heald.Who is Andy Heald?Andy has spent over 20 years in the children’s activity space, starting out as a coach and moving on to roles as an educator, business owner and company director.Andy has a passion for workforce development and his roles have led him to implementing a high-quality coach development programme and solution to drive success on a national scale.Andy currently acts as Vice Chair of the Community Prof...2021-08-1655 min
The Active CodeFailure is just a process, Eddie RayIn this week’s episode of The Active Code, hosts Paul Griffiths and Luke Johnson are joined by Eddie Ray, Founder and Managing Director at Progressive Sports.Who is Eddie Ray? Eddie is an entrepreneur, franchiser and investor. He set up Progressive Sports in 2006 and has been supporting schools and communities ever since.Progressive Sports’ mission is to inspire, engage, empower and encourage children to lead healthy active lifestyles and they achieve this through providing a range of programmes to support PE and Sport in schools and al...2021-08-0950 min
The Active CodeThe most important thing is culture, Will AtterburyIn this week’s episode of The Active Code, hosts Paul Griffiths and Luke Johnson are joined by Will Atterbury, Founder & Managing Director at Active Me 360 CIC.Who is Will Atterbury?Will is a keen sportsman and a business enthusiast. He has been a sports coach for many years and has worked in the Active Leisure, Sport and Physical Education sector in a range of roles. Will is based in Hampshire, but has also spent time working as a Special Constable for the Metropolitan Police in London. In 2019, Will fou...2021-08-0256 min
The Active CodeChaos creates incredible ways of thinking - Gary Laybourne, Coach CoreIn this week’s episode of The Active Code, hosts Paul Griffiths and Luke Johnson are joined by Gary Laybourne, Chief Executive Officer at Coach Core. Who is Gary Laybourne?Gary is an experienced sports coach and former triathlete whose mission to better the lives of the young apprentices he works with stems from his own life experiences.As a coach, Gary has worked with various organisations and people from all walks of life over the last 20 years. Since 2012 he has worked with Coach Core and...2021-07-2658 min
The Active CodeFailure is just feedback, Alex Wallace & Katie Smith, The Mintridge FoundationIn the second episode of this series, hosts Paul Griffiths and Luke Johnson are joined by Alex Wallace and Katie Smith from The Mintridge Foundation.Who is Alex Wallace?Alex is the Founder and Managing Director of The Mintridge Foundation, a charity that uses the power of positive role models to impact lives.Her passion is to give all young people equal sporting opportunities, and Mintridge achieves this by working with Olympic, Paralympic and elite athletes to deliver unforgettable experiences to children and young people.Alex has...2021-07-1952 min
The Active CodeYou can't be what you can't see - Justin Coleman & Rudro Sen, Alliance of Sport in Criminal JusticeIn the first episode of a new series of The Active Code, hosts Paul Griffiths and Luke Johnson are joined by Justin Coleman and Rudro Sen from Alliance of Sport in Criminal Justice.Who is Justin Coleman? Justin is Co-Founder and COO of Alliance of Sport in Criminal Justice, an organisation which was set up to reduce violence, crime and reoffending. Justin is an expert in leading and delivering projects that use sport and physical activity in the Criminal Justice System.He has won several awards for hi...2021-07-1256 min
The Active CodeSeason 2 Trailer2021-07-0504 min
The Active CodeInnovate year on year and work towards a central goal - Jeremy SnapeEpisode eleven and the final episode of the current Active Code series sees hosts Paul and Luke joined by Jeremy Snape, Sporting Edge Founder and Managing Director.Who’s Jeremy Snape?As a former International cricketer and coach providing innovative performance ideas for teams and leaders. Jeremy has rapidly become one of the most recognised names in sport psychology drawing upon real life examples from his playing and coaching career. As Founder and Managing Director of Sporting Edge, Jeremy helps business leaders transform their mindset, leadership skills and performance.The three will...2021-05-1753 min
The Active CodeHelp people break through their brick walls - Harvey GroutIn episode 10 of the Active Code hosts Paul and are joined by Harvey Grout, Managing Director at Careers in Sport and PGCE Physical Education Subject Leader University of Reading.Who’s Harvey Grout?Harvey began his career as a secondary school PE teacher, having gained a QTS physical education degree at the University of Warwick.In 2012 Harvey founded Careers in Sport, drawing on his experience from PE teaching and coaching. Careers in Sport offers students, sports enthusiasts and professionals with a passion for sport, career advice and job opportunities from leading professionals in the...2021-05-101h 05
The Active CodeInstil ethics and a team mentality - Andrew BodeIn episode 9 of The Active Code hosts Paul and Luke are joined by Andrew Bode, director at Kanga Sports. Who’s Andrew Bode?Andrew began as a secondary school PE teacher, having gained a PGCE in Physical Education after studying Sport and Exercise Science.In 2013, Andrew founded Kanga Sports, an award-winning sport and education provider based in North Yorkshire. Knowing the importance of physical activity to children’s health and wellbeing, Kanga Sports aims to create a love of sports that lasts a lifetime.What’s covered in the epis...2021-05-0347 min
The Active CodeHave a vision led approach to your ideas - Dillan O'Connor & Dale Harris, Dream Big SportsIn episode 8 of The Active Code hosts Paul Griffiths and Luke Johnson are joined by directors at Dream Big Sports, Dillan O’Connor and Dale Harris.Who are Dillan and Dale?Dillan and Dale are directors at Dream Big Sports, a not-for-profit organisation based in the North West.Dream Big Sports provides sporting and educational opportunities to disadvantaged young people to make their hopes, ambitions and dreams a reality.Dillan and Dale are also co-founders and directors at Active Education Co. recognising the need for high-quality physical activity provision to...2021-04-261h 03
The Active CodeEmpowering my team to help them make the right decisions - Dave JohnsonIn episode 7 of The Active Code hosts Paul Griffiths and Luke Johnson are joined by founder of Physical Education and Active Kids (PEAK), Dave Johnson.Who’s Dave Johnson?From London all the way up to Newcastle, Dave Johnson has inspired children and young people.Dave is founder of Physical Education and Active Kids (PEAK). PEAK works with schools to provide high-quality PE delivery, training, support and resources to ensure children have access to outstanding physical activity opportunities.Before founding PEAK in 2014, Dave had been a primary teacher, assistant head...2021-04-1958 min
The Active CodeWhy don’t we learn from the gaming industry? - Martine VerweijIn episode 6 of The Active Code hosts Paul Griffiths and Luke Johnson are joined by founding director of Raceways Events C.I.C Martine Verweij.Who’s Martine Verweij?Martine is on a mission to get kids moving!With a strong sporting background which includes having competed for Great Britain and the Netherlands as an age-group athlete in cyclo-cross and triathlon, Martine understands the value of physical activity. As founding director of Raceways Events C.I.C and founding CEO of Kids Run Free, Martine inspires others to get acti...2021-04-1257 min
The Active CodeIf you don’t know, you don’t really care - Greg DryerIn episode 5 of The Active Code, hosts Paul Griffiths and Luke Johnson are joined by co-founder of miMove app, Greg Dryer.Who’s Greg Dryer?Greg is a university lecturer, qualified teacher, business owner and former senior tutor at Youth Sports Trust.Greg is the founder of a ground-breaking activity monitoring app for schools and organisations. miMove app allows teachers, parents and coaches to support young people with making physical activity a regular part of their lives.By transforming teaching and coaching practices to break down barriers, Greg’s visio...2021-04-051h 04
The Active CodeBe brave and collaborate - Ben KirkIn episode 4 of The Active Code hosts Paul Griffiths and Luke Johnson are joined by Ben Kirk, founder and director of Inspired Schools and Inspired Somerset.Ben’s early career comprised secondary school teaching and playing semi-professional football.Ben’s passion for both vocations combined to form his following venture, being founder and director of Inspired Schools and Inspired Somerset. With a vision to create healthier and happier schools across the UK, Inspired Schools and Inspired Somerset aim to reduce childhood obesity by getting children and families active.What do Ben, Paul and...2021-03-2957 min
The Active CodeAction is the backbone to everything - Mim Telfer In episode 3 of The Active Code hosts Paul Griffiths and Luke Johnson are joined by Mim Telfer, co-founder and director of The PE Hub. Mim Telfer is a qualified teacher with a degree from the University of Birmingham, Mim taught primary and secondary education for several years before setting up The PE Hub in 2014. The PE Hub offers a comprehensive library of pre-planned lessons and videos, supporting teachers to realise their potential as educators and deliver the high-quality PE lessons pupils need to lead active lives.In the episode they discuss:...2021-03-2253 min
The Active CodeIf you want to learn about leadership, read a book. If you want to become a great leader, you need to do it - Mark TonksIn episode 2 of The Active Code hosts Paul Griffiths and Luke Johnson are joined by Mark Tonks, Regional Director of LMI-UK and founder of Orange and Blue UK.Who’s Mark Tonks?Mark brings 20 years of practical hands-on experience in leadership and management.Having spent 17 years delivering leadership development and training to businesses as part of the global Leadership Management International organisation, Mark set up Orange and Blue in 2017.Orange and Blue offer a variety of training, assessment and coaching to businesses of all sizes, supporting organisation growth through wo...2021-03-1553 min
The Active CodeRemain focused on your purpose - Rob WilkinsonThe first episode sees hosts Luke and Paul from Aspire Active Partnerships joined by Director of Moving Matters, Rob Wilkinson.Rob talks about how he went from studying Sociology to being director of two businesses, his experience as a semi-professional footballer, the managers that inspired his success, how his colleagues describe him, plus his take on the competitive landscape and a divided sector.2021-03-0156 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 106 - Max Cavalera (Soulfly / Killer Be Killed / Nailbomb / Ex-Sepultura)Reluctant Hero. Heavy metal god, riff legend and inspirational mastermind, Max Cavalera, is our guest on Episode 106 of Sappenin' Podcast! The brilliant mind behind genre defying bands Soulfly, Sepultura, Nailbomb and more takes a trip down memory lane to reflect on his near 40 years of insane life experiences and the return of metals craziest super group Killer Be Killed. Get ready for truly mind blowing stories on how the KBK project started with members of The Dillinger Escape Plan, Mastodon, and Converge, his undisputed passion got music, touching tales from his time with Lemmy, Corey Taylor and Fred Durst...2020-12-041h 11
Total Movie RecallTMR 048 – The Sixth Sense This week on Total Movie Recall, Steve holds Ryan’s hair back while he cries and dry heaves and rocks back and forth like his cat just died, because there has never been a movie more perfectly designed to make him cry like The Sixth Sense. Misunderstood children? Check. Put-upon mothers just trying their best? Check. An exasperated but committed psychologist just trying to figure out how to reach this kid? Double check. Get your tissues for this one. The Sixth Sense (1999) d. M. Night Shyamalan Starring: Bruce Willis Ha...2020-11-231h 46
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 104 - Second Anniversary Special with Charlie Simpson (Busted / Fightstar)A Present For Everyone. It's our second year anniversary and songwriting genius, Charlie Simpson, is back to help us celebrate on a very special Episode 104 of Sappenin Podcast! The Busted, Fightstar and solo vocalist helps us reflect, laugh and pokes fun at us, as we uncover exclusive secrets on his first new solo material in almost half a decade! Experience wild stories behind his new single I See You, starting his own independent record label, what that means for him as a musician going forward, signing other artists, building a studio during time in lockdown, strange Busted situations, updates o...2020-11-201h 21
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 101 - Moon Valjean (Goldfinger / Greek Fire / Ex-Story Of The Year)Until The Day I Die. Motivational music genius, Moon Valjean, is our guest on Episode 101 of Sappenin' Podcast! For the last two decades Moon has been a crucial part to our alternative emo scene having key roles in bands such as Story Of The Year, Greek Fire and now Goldfinger, not to mention hosting a highly popular radio podcast The Rizz Show in the states. In this conversation we experience every chapter of his life from his fifteen year stint in Story Of The Year, their early game changing records like Page Avenue to his 2018 departure, the passion of...2020-10-301h 39
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 100 - Simon Neil (Biffy Clyro)Mon The Biff. The beautiful mind, body and soul of alternative music, Simon Neil, is our guest on Episode 100 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Biffy Clyro vocal and guitar magician is with us to celebrate our new triple digit era with heartfelt conversations, unbelievable stories and a serious look back at the bands iconic career. Experience exclusive secrets on every chapter of the Biffy book from starting off at toilet venues in Merthyr Tyidfil to headlining the biggest festivals in the world like Download, Reading & Leeds and Isle Of White, his genius songwriting, the unxpected secret cult legacy of their...2020-10-231h 27
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 99 - John Feldmann (Goldfinger / Producer)Superman. Goldfinger icon, producing royalty and musical mastermind, John Feldmann, is our guest on Episode 99 of Sappenin' Podcast! The godfather to the emo scene celebrates our last double digit episode with a bag full of inane stories, day to day insights and caffeine filled madness. Experience what his hectic schedule is really like as we divulge in songwriting secrets, living next door to Travis Barker, exclusive news on new Goldfinger music, their current supergroup line up, his whole introduction to the punk rock world, the early ska days, Tony Hawk Pro Skater, how he discovered The Used, saving Bert...2020-10-161h 18
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 98 - Simon Young (Journalist / Author)Die Laughing. Music journalist, published author and Geordie banter extraordinaire, Simon Young, is our guest on Episode 98 of Sappenin' Podcast! This certified workaholic has a CV full of whirlwinds situations, stories and job titles that even your grandmother would be impressed with. With the release of his new and debut book 'So Much For The Thirty Year Plan: Therapy? The Authorised Biography' available now, Simon dives into his relationship his relationship with the Irish metal titans and talks to us about his wacky carrier. Hear tales from his fifteen years as part of the Kerrang! team, traveling with and...2020-10-091h 19
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 97 - Saxl Rose (Neck Deep / Wiz Khalifa / State Champs)Play Smart. Multi talented, saxophone genius and collaboration enthusiast, Saxl Rose, is our guest on Episode 97 of Sappenin' Podcast! The positive and inspirational son of a gun is a figure you MUST of seen jump up everywhere in the alternative, pop punk and rap music scenes over recent years, featuring on tracks, touring and performing with a host of incredible names including: Paramore, Wiz Khalifa, Neck Deep, State Champs, The Used, Chris Brown, Beartooth, Bobby V, Stand Atlantic, Kellin Quinn, Halfnoise, Miss May I and so many more! Get to know the man behind the sax as we find...2020-10-021h 27
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 96 - Machine The Producer (Lamb Of God / Fall Out Boy / Every Time I Die / Four Year Strong / Hed PE)Gutter Phenomenon. Music producing, mixing and mastering icon, Machine, is our guest on Episode 96 of Sappenin' Podcast! If you're a regular listener of ours, you've heard countless stories about this true industry legend, but now we finally get to experience his creative mind for ourselves. Machine is a regarded as one of the most prestige and important figures in our scene and the man behind the desk and success to so many of our favorite bands, albums and singles from a variety of rock sub genres. With a discography of working with bands such as: Fall Out Boy, Every T...2020-09-251h 29
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 95 - Mikaila Delgado (Yours Truly)Self Care. Lyrical sweetheart and punk rock queen, Mikaila Delgado, is our guest on Episode 95 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Yours Truly vocalist celebrates the release day of their debut studio album with us as we get into some serious and silly conversations. We've heard SO MUCH about this band (and how cool Mikaila is) over the last year that we thought this was the perfect opportunity to get to know her and the bands biggest secrets. Dive into insights behind the records crustal mental health themes, addressing topics like self worth, grief, anxiety and imposer syndrome, growing up on...2020-09-1856 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 94 - Hassle Records: 15th Year Anniversary (Wez & Mease)Cutting Our Teeth. One of Europe's most important labels, Hassle Records, are our guests on Episode 94 of Sappenin' Podcast! As the record label celebrates its 15th year anniversary, founder Wez and project manager Mease join us for a chance to pick their brains about our favourite releases and a round table dissuasion about what really goes on behind the scenes. Hear about their involvement with bands like Alkaline Trio, We Are The Ocean, Frank Iero, Canterbury, Alexisonfire, Cancer Bats, Lonely The Brave, Casey, Four Year Strong and more to what life is really like as an independent label, industry...2020-09-111h 09
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 93 - Four Year Strong (Alan Day & Dan O'Connor)Brain Pain. Massachusetts bearded punk legends, Four Year Strong are our guests on Episode 93 of Sappenin' Podcast! Alan Day and Dan O'Connor take a chaotic and laughable trip down memory lane with us as they open up on pretty much everything FYS ever. Get stories on their bizarre lockdown adventures, coming to terms with a new normal, digesting the reaction to their new album, why they're so proud of these songs, the legacy of their classic albums Rise Or Die Trying and Enemy of the World, silly song titles and movie references, artwork inspirations, producers and songwriting, how the...2020-09-041h 32
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 92 - Aaron Gillespie (Underoath)Erase Me. The absolute iconic drummer, vocalist and songwriter that is Aaron Gillespie is our guest on Episode 92 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Underoath creative visionary joins us for a set of honest, funny and in-depth conversations on his astonishing career as we cover everything from the bands impact to their genre defying sound, revisiting cult favorite records for The Observatory live streams, the reasoning for originally leaving and eventually rejoining, secretly recording new music, personal life in lockdown, the recent birth of his second child, cooking, religion, writing for other artists, his side project The Almost and much more...2020-08-281h 06
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 91 - Ryan Potter (The Hunna)I Wanna Know. Indie turned emo punk visionary Ryan Potter is our guest on Episode 91 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Hunna vocalist opens up on the bands incredible journey of highs and lows as they finally have the platform to express themselves. Experience their new era as he discusses their reimagined sound and heavy attitudes, record label heartache, evolving with freedom on new album 'I'd Rather Die Than Let You In', explicit backstage politics, almost breaking up to now working with a collection of his childhood heroes in Fall Out Boy, Blink-182, Twenty One Pilots and My Chemical Romance, personal...2020-08-2156 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 90 - Bonnie Fraser (Stand Atlantic)Pink Elephant. Australia's emo vibe queen Bonnie Fraser is our guest on Episode 90 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Stand Atlantic vocalist returns for her own dedicated episode to not only tell us everything going on with the band and their journey, but her own personal stories of her life, love and insane career. Buckle up for a wholesome, deep and chaotic series of conversations on the most random elements you can ever imagine as we celebrate the release of their sophomore studio album, Skinny Dipping reaching 25 million streams worldwide, the pressure she puts on herself, what dark secrets she's actually...2020-08-141h 04
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 88 - In Hearts Wake (Jake Taylor & Kyle Erich)Worldwide Suicide. Australian metalcore environmentalists In Hearts Wake are our guests on Episode 88 of Sappenin' Podcast! Jake Taylor and Kyle Erich take time to showcase how they're trying to save the planet with all the eco-friendly efforts they are taking with their new album Kaliyuga and how the music industry can do their part, mixed with some insanely random conversations. Yes this is a random and educational at the same time. Listen to the four of us talk carbon footprints, plants, recycled vinyl, heavy riffs, Australian rap, didgeridoos, a lockdown wedding, Trump, Wetherspoons, football, nuclear weapons, awful puns, unique t...2020-07-311h 27
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 87 - Neck Deep #2: Neck Deeper (Ben Barlow & Seb Barlow)All Distortions Are Intentional. Britain's finest pop punk exports Neck Deep are our guests on Episode 87 of Sappenin' Podcast! Ben Barlow returns with his brother Seb Barlow for a series of celebrations to commemorate the release day of their new album (and this time it's deeper... Neck Deeper). Listen to a host of insight, banter and chaos as the four of us discuss the band's slight change in sound, dealing with massive pressure behind the scenes, how Seb finally became a official member after being involved since day one, his established producing career, an update on the whole FUCK...2020-07-241h 24
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 86 - Knuckle Puck (Joe Taylor & Nick Casasanto)Breathe. Chicago emo punk force, Knuckle Puck are our guests on Episode 86 of Sappenin' Podcast! Joe Taylor and Nick Casasanto take a step into the weird and wonderful world of Sappenin' as they open up on their new alum 20/20, their reputation as one of the pop punk scenes most friendly figures, collaborating with Derek from Mayday Parade, finding themselves in similar situations as their musical idols, early demos, breaking down on tour, unsuspected show situations, their favorite conspiracies, The Beatles, Avril Lavigne, the future and more! Lovely and uplifting conversations from a bunch of rad humans. Turn it up...2020-07-171h 10
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 85 - Will Gould (Creeper)Sex, Death & The Infinite Void. Punk's gothic cult leader Will Gould is our guest on Episode 85 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Creeper vocalist draws back the curtains on the bands theatrics, characters and concepts that’s made them the rock titans they are today, in a very artistic conversation that shows their true identity. Get honest insights into their year away from the spotlight, new music, chasing the runaway American dream, unexpected inspirations, creating a real and passionate cult fan base, dramatic image changes, songwriting, mental health, the future and more! Plus find out how we almost got former guest Han...2020-07-101h 21
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 84 - State Champs (Derek DiScanio & Tyler Szalkowski)The Finer Things. International pop punk sweethearts, State Champs are our guests on Episode 84 of Sappenin' Podcast! Derek Discanio and Tyler Szalkowski celebrate the bands tenth year anniversary with a host of candid conversations as we reminisce their journey to becoming one of this generations most influential acts. Uncover unique and untold stories from countless world tours to their first ever practice, becoming the songwriting machines they are today, collaborating with Simple Plan, All Time Low and Blink-182, revisiting their acoustic side with the new Unplugged EP, undergoing speech therapy, chicken nuggets and so much more! We really hit...2020-07-031h 09
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 83 - Bury Tomorrow (Daniel Winter-Bates & Davyd Winter-Bates)The Union of Crowns. British metalcore champions Bury Tomorrow are our guests on Episode 83 of Sappenin' Podcast! Brothers Daniel and Davyd Winter-Bates provide touching yet hilarious conversations on everything from their new album Cannibal to their inspirational work as part of the NHS, all while building a passionate community with their fans. Experience insights into their most angry and honest material to date, mental health stigmas, creating safe spaces, growing as a band during the MySpace era, weird backstage scenarios, freaking out to their idols, twitch streaming, their own independent clothing company, tour injuries, tips for looking after yourself...2020-06-261h 37
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 82 - Northlane (Marcus Bridge & Josh Smith)Quantum Flux. Australian metal-core giants, Northlane are our guests on Episode 82 of Sappenin' Podcast! Marcus Bridge and Josh Smith join us for an episode full of wild stories and deep conversations. Get all the gossip on their new single 'Enemy of The Night', taking the band to the next level with latest record 'Alien', extremely personal lyrics, taking business risks, unbelievable and candid ideas for a post pandemic tour, pure Aussie mannerisms, strange rumors, and so much more including... cricket! Oooh yes, we cover everything! One of the alternative scenes real titans at the moment and we had a...2020-06-191h 17
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 81 - Ben Bruce (Asking Alexandria)Like A House On Fire. Alternative metal guitar wizard Ben Bruce is our guest on Episode 81 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Asking Alexandria visionary joins us for a host of wild and silly conversations on an insane career of riffs, breakdowns, acting and more! Get exclusive gossip and secrets on the bands new album with insights into their evolution of songwriting, working with Matt Good as a producer, the early days, having Danny Worship return on vocals, strange YouTube comments, starting his acting career with American Satan (featuring Andy Black), it’s upcoming spin off series ‘Paradise City’, meeting unexpected movie...2020-06-121h 13
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 80 - Jordan Pundik (New Found Glory)Greatest of all Time. The uncrowned king of pop-punk Jordan Pundik is our guest on Episode 80 of Sappenin' Podcast! New Found Glory's lyrical genius shares a host of laugh and creative conversations not only about their upcoming album Forever + Ever x Infinity but his love and new business adventure in coffee, becoming a qualified tattooist, wild ink stories, drawing talents, the bands insane 23 year journey, unexpected influences, their roots, basketball obsessions, predicting the future, cool merch, being a father in quarantine, Back To The Future, some of the BEST IDEAS EVER and many more shenanigans. Recording this was an...2020-06-051h 07
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 79 - Dance Gavin Dance (Tilian Pearson & Jon Mess)We Own The Night. Experimental emo cult icons, Dance Gavin Dance are our guests on Episode 79 of Sappenin' Podcast! Vocal duo Jon Mess and Tilian Pearson open up on the bands new album Afterburner with candid conversations on their evolution, creating artistic and cartoon worlds, always pushing genres boundaries, fart joke lyrics and some absolutely wild life experiences including strange fan interactions, on stage cringe moments and their favorite hallucinogenic drug stories. Yes! We get into EVERYTHING! Take a trip inside their minds and receive the most honest insight into one of the scenes most influential bands yet. Turn...2020-05-291h 07
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 77 - Matt Good (Producer / From First To Last)Make War. Emo guitar wizard, songwriting genius and producing icon, Matt Good is our guest on Episode 77 of Sappenin’ Podcast! Dive into exclusive insights on all his crazy workings and projects with never told before stories on From First To Last with clarity on their current status, all the gossip and reflection from their 2017 original line up reunion with Skrillex, the time Wes Borland from Limp Bizkit joined the band and even answers to those heavy rumors on new music, all while picking his brain on how he’s made countless incredible records behind the mixing desk with the like...2020-05-151h 12
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 76 - Hyro The HeroGhetto Ambiance. Hip-Hop turned metal mastermind, Hyro The Hero is our guest on Episode 76 of Sappenin' Podcast! Experience exclusive insights into his wild career from creating cover remixes in quarantine to secrets on his next album, crazy feature ideas, his early emo mix-tapes, how he first decided to try and blend the two genres, creating a connection to preform with everyone from Asking Alexandra to Wu-Tang Clan, his mind blowing job of babysitting a rock icons child, breaking records and his feature on 'Higher and Higher' by The Blackout with his side of how it happened, the aftermath that...2020-05-081h 00
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 75 - Matthew Leone (Madina Lake)Playing with Fire. Artistic mastermind, music genius and wholesome soul, Matthew Leone is our guest on Episode 75 of Sappenin Podcast! The Madina Lake bassist celebrates the bands return with secrets behind their first new single in nine years verses their emotional career journey. Experience exclusive insights on their current status, working on a new EP, what changed between their break up and reunion, hidden concepts and connections between every record, creative side projects, the determent River People fan base, becoming a part time British citizen, his charity work, dealing with Covid-19 quarantine, wild tour stories and so much more...2020-05-011h 13
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 74 - Bert McCracken (The Used)Heartwork. The voice to an entire emo generation, Bert McCracken is our guest on Episode 74 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Used vocalist celebrates the release of the bands new album with exclusive and candid conversations on creating a positive artistic release, the bands legacy and evolution, his relationship with long time producer John Feldmann, sneaking onto tour buses, the truth on the original line up, mad features and secret songs he's lent his voice to, creating his own brand of weed, misunderstandings of the past, who would play him in a movie, dealing with Covid-19, the most insane experiences, reminiscing...2020-04-241h 10
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 73 - Thomas Ian Nicholas (Actor / Musician)Frat Party! Hollywood movie star, feel good musician and overall gentleman Thomas Ian Nicholas is our guest on Episode 73 of Sappenin' Podcast. The lead to numerous cult classic films including the American Pie franchise, Rookie of the Year and Walt Before Mickey opens up in a wonderful, honest and funny conversation about his mad career, the movie business and his ‘Thomas Nicholas Band’. Dive into exclusive news on new material, his latest single iWant, never straying from his two loves, The Dangerous Summer, his latest project Adverse with Mickey Rourke, comic-con experiences, whisky, sheep, Stifflers Mom, working with charity and so...2020-04-171h 09
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 72 - Luke Johnson (Lowlives / Lostprophets)Burn Forever. Hard hitting drum machine, beautiful soul and amazing human, Luke Johnson is our guest on Episode 72 of Sappenin' Podcast! The man behind the kit to some absolutely insane and important bands in the alternative rock scene gives us a look into his crazy career with exclusive news on his new band Lowlives, starting up No Devotion and why he decided to leave, making contacts in the early days with Beat Union, Amen, session drumming, teching for AFI, Panic! At The Disco and Alexisonfire, being a father, his Brummie / Cockney / Californian accent, mad auditions and so much more...2020-04-101h 35
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 71 - Hawthorne Heights (JT Woodruff & Matt Ridenour)Sappenin' is for Lovers. Emo gatekeepers, Hawthorne Heights are our guests on Episode 71 of Sappenin' Podcast! JT Woodruff and Matt Ridenour unleash an honestly brutal, funny and refreshing look into their lives on the road over the last two decades. Celebrate the 15th anniversary of their debut studio album 'The Silence of Black and White' with amazing stories on how the record was made and their feelings towards it now, overcoming jaded moments, seeing their audience grow up and connecting with a whole new generation of fans, embracing emo nostalgia, their plans for having time off at home, hilarious...2020-04-031h 04
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 70 - Caleb Shomo (Beartooth)Disease. The multi talented, musical in-cyclopedia that is Caleb Shomo is our guest on Episode 70 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Beartooth frontman invites us into the bands tour bus for a mind blowing conversation on all things music, life and happiness. Hear Caleb take time to reflect on the bands rise over their last three records, how this project started as almost a joke, his former band Attack Attack! (US), catching the songwriting bug with writing, recording and producing EVERYTHING, his mix-tape list of his own collaborations, names he's almost worked with, mad John Feldman stories, worst criticism, getting bullied...2020-03-271h 07
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 69 - Alex Sim-Wise (OnlyFans / Get Your Bits Out)In the words of Bill and Ted...Sixty-nine dudes! Alternative modeling superstar, author, presenter and sexy consultant, Alex Sim-Wise is our guest on Episode 69 of Sappenin' Podcast. As one of the top creators on OnlyFans, we get invited to find out how "working in the sexy world" really is with her self help website and workshop books in "Get Your Bits Out", strange requests and celebrity DM's, experiences and journeys working for Front Magazine, MTV and BBC Radio 1, being a mother in her industry, time in the music scene, going big on her mad wedding, favourite taboo smells, sexy...2020-03-201h 50
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 68 - Joel Birch (The Amity Affliction)Misery. Joel Birch from The Amity Affliction is our guest on Episode 68 of Sappenin' Podcast! Turn it up and join Sean and Morgan to find out Sappenin' this week!Follow Us on Social Media:Twitter: @sappeninpodInstagram: @sappeninpod Special thank you to our Sappenin' Podcast Patreons:Join the Sappenin' Podcast Community: Patreon.com/Sappenin.Dayna Lasnover, Kylie Wheeler, John Price, Emma Barber, Janelle Caston, Liam Connolly, Paul Hirschfield, Nathan Crawshaw, Scarlet Charlton, Kelly Irwin, Drew Styles, Sam Ledgerwood, Mitch Perry, Becca Vaughan, Caden DenOudst...2020-03-131h 10
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 67 - John O'Callaghan (The Maine)You Are OK. Flamboyant alternative emo songwriter, John O'Callaghan is our guest on Episode 67 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Maine vocalist takes time to dive into the world of their 8123 community by playing us top secret demos of new music, their evolution of sound in recent albums, trying to create an experience, the old MySpace days, keeping up with pop culture, Greta Thunberg, trying to keep everything independent, his upcoming wedding, updates on their drummer Pat's new born baby, letting fans interpret his lyrics, causing chaos for The Blackout on Warped Tour in 2009, getting twitter trolled by Adam Lazzara from...2020-03-061h 01
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 66 - Loathe (Kadeem France & Feisal El-Khazragi)I Let It in and It Took Everything. British metal titans Loathe are our guest on Episode 66 of Sappenin' Podcast! Kadeem and Feisal take time to reflect on the surreal period that has been the release of their second studio album. Experience their reactions to seeing the record blow up online, how the songs were made, having their idols in Deftones, Architects and Good Charlotte post their approval, changing as people, secret family member features, coming to terms with life on the road, working with Ryan Richards from Funeral For A Friend, shocking elements of the industry, snare drums...2020-02-281h 23
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 65 - Shane Told (Silverstein / Lead Singer Syndrome)A Beautiful Place to Drown. One of the most inspirational emo vocalists, songwriters and talkers of our generation, Shane Told is our guest on Episode 65 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Silverstein frontman celebrates the twentieth anniversary of the band with a hilarious, love filled and passionate conversation about their growth, all the secrets behind their new album, it's list of guest collaborations, how the emo scene has evolved, Discovering The Waterfront, his love for Morgans puns, some of the best road stories we've ever heard, THAT Hollywood Undead tour with The Blackout, his podcasting world, vocalist problems, 2000 Trees, life and...2020-02-211h 10