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How To Be An IconStrength in the Storm - Two diagnoses, One Unbreakable Spirit: The Story of Becca BarnesIn this powerful and deeply moving episode, I sit down with Becca Barnes, a remarkable woman whose life was forever changed by two devastating diagnoses — first, her son’s rare genetic disorder, and later, her own battle with breast cancer.
Becca opens up with raw honesty about the moments that shattered her world and the journey that followed — one filled with fear, resilience, faith, and a love that refused to break. She shares how these challenges reshaped her outlook on life, deepened her compassion, and taught her to find beauty in even the hardest seasons.
With h...
2025-10-061h 15How To Be An IconCatfished: Loving a Lie – The Ashley Scot Hawkins Story** WARNING: SUICIDAL REFERENCES
Ashley Scot Hawkins thought he had found something real—a transatlantic connection with a woman in America who had a genuine profile and all the signs of authenticity. But beneath the surface of their online romance was a carefully orchestrated lie. The woman existed—but her intentions didn’t.
Manipulating Ashley’s empathy with fabricated stories of illness and hardship, she gained his trust—and ultimately, his financial support. What followed was a harsh awakening that left Ashley not only out of pocket, but emotionally broken. The experience took a heavy toll on his men...
2025-09-221h 15How To Be An IconSilenced No More: Amy Wright's PMDD Story of Strength and Self HealingAmy Wright is a passionate advocate for women’s health and a voice for those suffering in silence with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). After years of battling debilitating symptoms—ranging from extreme mood swings to physical symptoms —Amy was repeatedly dismissed and misdiagnosed by medical professionals. Despite being told it was “just PMS,” she knew something wasn’t right.
For half of every month, Amy didn’t even recognise herself—something would switch inside her, altering her thoughts, emotions, and sense of self in ways that felt terrifying and isolating.
Gaslit by GPs, Amy refused to be ignored any...
2025-09-081h 00How To Be An IconPart 2 with Stacey Beecham: Soul Purpose, Universal Guidance & The Power of ReceivingIn this powerful continuation of our conversation with Psychic Mentor and Energy Alchemist Stacey Beecham, we dive even deeper into the mysteries of the universe and the soul’s journey.
Have you ever wondered if your fate is written in the stars or if you're the author of your own destiny? Do the people you meet come into your life for a reason—or a lesson? Stacey helps us unpack these spiritual questions, offering insight into discovering your soul’s purpose, what happens if you don’t fulfil it in this lifetime, and how to tune into the sign...
2025-08-251h 05How To Be An IconPart 1: Unlocking the Psychic Within: Stacey Beecham on Intuition, Energy & Spiritual GrowthIn this powerful and enlightening episode, we’re joined by Stacey Beecham—a renowned Psychic Mentor, Energy Alchemist, and Master Strategist for the Elite. Stacey shares the moment she first discovered her psychic abilities and takes us on a journey through past lives, intuitive awakening, and what it really means to open your spiritual channel.
We dive deep into how anyone can reconnect with their psychic gifts—even if they’ve been shut down for years—and explore how tapping into your intuition can shift your entire life. Stacey also opens up about her scariest paranormal encounter, and how sh...
2025-08-181h 00How To Be An IconThe Death of a Life You Knew - Lee Howes on Divorce, Grief and Becoming Whole Again**Trigger Warning: References of suicide.
In this powerful and deeply honest episode, Lee Howes opens up about the layered grief of divorce—the death of a marriage, the shattering of family life, and the identity crisis that follows. He shares the pain of losing his grandfather—his mentor, his best friend, and the man who guided him through life with wisdom and love.
Lee speaks candidly about the resistance he felt toward therapy, the fear of being truly seen, and the silence that often surrounds men’s emotional pain. He explores how difficult it is to rea...
2025-08-0454 minHow To Be An IconThe Weight of Comparison - Tom Graves on Disability and Inner StrengthTom Graves is an athlete and everyday icon who has never let cerebral palsy define the limits of his life. From an early age, Tom pushed past the assumptions placed on him—not to prove anyone wrong, but to prove to himself that he could live fully, move freely, and embrace the challenges that came his way.
A passionate sports enthusiast, Tom has found strength, purpose, and identity through physical activity. But like so many of us, he’s also wrestled with the quiet pressures of comparison, especially in a world shaped by unrealistic standards and social medi...
2025-07-211h 17How To Be An IconUnworthy of Love – Alex Devereux on Self-Doubt, Relationships & Fear of FailureWhat happens when you don’t believe you deserve love? Alex Devereux opens up candidly about how his deep-rooted feelings of unworthiness led to the breakdown of his relationships, leaving him stuck in a cycle of self-sabotage and heartbreak.
We also explore his chronic fear of failure and how it affected his professional life, keeping him from taking risks and truly believing in his own potential. But beyond the struggles, Alex shares the lessons he’s learned about self-worth, setting boundaries, and what a healthy relationship actually looks like.
In this powerful and honest conversation, we d...
2025-07-071h 22How To Be An IconLetting Go & Living for Yourself – Annie Blake on Self-Worth & Breaking Free from People-PleasingWhat happens when the people you trust the most betray, abandon, or deceive you? For Annie Blake, repeated heartbreak and betrayal left her questioning her own worth—wondering why she was never “good enough.” This led her down a path of people-pleasing, self-doubt, and anxiety, as she prioritized making others happy while completely losing herself in the process. We talk about relationship anxiety, particularly anxious attachment and how past experiences of betrayal can affect present relationships with partners.
In this deeply honest and emotional conversation, Annie shares:
How betrayal and abandonment shattered her self-esteem.
Why p...
2025-06-231h 09How To Be An IconA Year from Hell – Ashley Sheen on Turning Pain into Strength** Trigger Warning: References of suicide.
What happens when life throws everything at you all at once? Ashley Sheen knows this all too well. In just one year, he endured a health issue that required surgery (which didn’t fully succeed), the painful end of a long-term relationship, and the devastating news that two close family members had suffered life-changing health conditions.
In this raw and emotional conversation, Ashley opens up about his battle with anxiety and depression, how he shut himself off from those who cared about him, and the heavy toll that isolation took on...
2025-06-0954 minHow To Be An IconNo Fear, No Regrets – Matt Addis on Life After a Brain Tumour DiagnosisWhat would you do if you found out your health would only get worse with time? Matt Addis was in his early twenties, working a regular job in a call centre, when he received a life-changing diagnosis—a brain tumour that would gradually take his hearing. Having struggled with ear issues since childhood, he knew something was wrong, but nothing could have prepared him for what came next.
In this candid and brutally honest conversation, Matt shares how his diagnosis flipped his perspective on life. Instead of giving in to fear or self-pity, he adopted a "fuck it...
2025-05-2653 minHow To Be An IconAnswers from a Life Coach – Finding Happiness & Accepting What We Can’t Change with Austen MooreWhat does it really take to build a fulfilling life? How do we navigate setbacks, find happiness, and push through life’s toughest moments? In this episode, we sit down with Austen Moore, a renowned life and business coach, to get real, actionable insights on personal growth, resilience, and success.
Austen shares powerful mindset shifts, practical strategies for overcoming challenges, and how to align your life with what truly matters. We discuss topics such as:
Overcoming anxiety and why so many of us feel stuck in cycles of worry.
Why we don’t know ours...
2025-05-121h 41How To Be An IconLove, Loss, and Debt – Michelle O’Toole’s Journey Through Grief
Losing a loved one is never easy, but what happens when grief is tangled with anger, betrayal, and financial hardship? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Michelle O’Toole, who faced the heartbreaking loss of her father—only to discover the crushing debt he left behind. As she navigated the emotional weight of grief, Michelle also had to confront the unexpected financial burden, forcing her to balance mourning with survival.
She opens up about the complex emotions of loving someone while resenting the choices they made, how she found strength in the chaos, and the ways...
2025-04-281h 26How To Be An IconUltra Endurance Cyclist, Robbie Ferri - Riding the highs and lows of lifeIn this episode, we sit down with ultra-endurance cyclist and world record holder Robbie Ferri, who has conquered more countries on two wheels than anyone before him, having broken two world records. Robbie takes us inside the thrilling, gruelling, and sometimes terrifying world of ultra-distance cycling, sharing stories from the road—moments of pure exhilaration, near disasters, and the mental battles that come with pushing the human body to its limits and the lows experienced after the 'high' of an ultra endurance event.
Beyond the physical challenges, Robbie opens up about his personal struggles with anxiety and dep...
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How To Be An IconThe Money Laundering Trap - Ellora HowardIn this pilot episode, I sit down with Ellora to discuss how she found herself struggling financially while studying at university. She thought she had found the perfect side gig - easy money for minimal work. But what seemed like a lucky break quickly turned into a nightmare as she realised she was caught in the web of a money laundering scheme.
In this gripping episode Ellora opens up about how she unknowingly fell for the deception, the moment she realised she was in too deep and the consequences that followed.
She shares the lessons l...
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