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“In October 2021 I was re-learning how to walk and in December 2022 I was learning how to run 21km”
Join host Talia Lazarus as she shares powerful life stories, exploring the power of resilience and perseverance as life is turned upside down, and everything you know is taken away and lost.
Sometimes, we are confronted with unexpected challenges and moments that defeat us. It’s during these dark times and rock bottom we question everything and lose who we are. But the human spirit possesses an immense strength that allows us to rise above the darkest moments and find the courage to rebuild our lives in unexpected and extraordinary ways.
You are not alone. Leap into the deep end with us and head straight into the things that scare you most. That step out of your comfort zone is one of the best steps you'll ever take.
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300 Miles, Mental Health & The Duck That Changed Everything with Sid Batty
What happens when the thing you thought would define your future suddenly disappears, and you’re forced to find a completely different path?In this episode of I Got Back Up, Sid Batty, joins Talia for a raw and …
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What happens when the thing you thought would define your future suddenly disappears, and you’re forced to find a completely different path?
In this episode of I Got Back Up, Sid Batty, joins Talia for a raw and relatable conversation about injury, mental health, acceptance and finding purpose in the unexpected. Having both experienced ACL surgery, they reflect on the physical and emotional challenges of recovery, and the frustration of watching life carry on while you feel stuck.
At just 21, Sid suffered an ACL and meniscus injury that ended his football career. After being told he would never play contact sport again, it took three years for him to realise that what felt like the end of his dream was actually the beginning of something new.
Sid also opens up about living with social anxiety, depression and OCD, and how he learned to stop fighting his mental health and instead find ways to live alongside it. From a stuffed duck called Quack that became a symbol of hope, to a viral video that reached over two million views, Sid’s journey is full of unexpected moments that changed his life.
But perhaps his most incredible achievement was running more than 300 miles from East London to the Isle of Man, raising an incredible £22,000 for Samaritans.
Together, Sid and Talia explore the importance of acceptance, the power of perspective, and why sometimes the smallest things can help us keep moving forward.
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Unbecoming Who You Were Told to Be with Artist Sarah Nilson
What happens when life forces you to start again, and you discover that the person you were trying to be was never really you?Joining Talia this week is Sarah Nilson, a full time artist based on the coast of …
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What happens when life forces you to start again, and you discover that the person you were trying to be was never really you?
Joining Talia this week is Sarah Nilson, a full time artist based on the coast of North Carolina, whose journey from bartending to building a thriving creative career is anything but ordinary. Since discovering her love of painting during the Covid lockdowns, Sarah has gone on to work with major brands including Shopify, Headspace and Rainforest Alliance, publish her first book, and see her products stocked in Walmart, Whole Foods and more than 200 retailers across the US.
But behind the colourful artwork and creative success is a story of resilience, reinvention, and learning to embrace who you really are.
Sarah opens up about growing up in an alcoholic home, battling people pleasing tendencies, surviving a serious moped accident, and navigating physical rehabilitation. She reflects on the experiences that pushed her to rethink her life and find a path that felt more authentically her own.
Together, they explore how setbacks can become opportunities for reinvention, why we need to make more room for play and laughter, and how community, friendship, and small moments of human connection can make a huge difference.
This is a reminder that sometimes getting back up isn't about becoming someone new. It's about unbecoming the person you thought you had to be and finding the freedom to become yourself.
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"Life Isn't This Thing to Be Suffered" with Ryan Caldwell, Former Ireland Rugby International
What happens when you lose the identity you’ve built your entire life around, and everything begins to fall apart?In this episode of I Got Back Up, Ryan opens up about the devastating impact of losing his rugby …
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What happens when you lose the identity you’ve built your entire life around, and everything begins to fall apart?
In this episode of I Got Back Up, Ryan opens up about the devastating impact of losing his rugby career, battling depression, falling into addiction, and reaching a point where he had to confront the reality of his life. But this is more than a story about hitting rock bottom. It’s about rediscovering who you are, taking responsibility for your choices, and finding a way forward when the life you once knew no longer exists.
Ryan reflects on retiring from rugby at 30, struggling to let go of the identity of “Ryan the rugby player”, and the painkillers, destructive habits, and low self-worth that followed. He shares how prison became a turning point, giving him the space to reflect, challenge old beliefs, and begin rebuilding his life from the inside out.
Together, Ryan and Talia explore why we cling to identities that no longer serve us, how fear traps us in unhealthy patterns, and why meaningful change often starts with small, everyday decisions.
From meditation and movement to spending time in nature and learning to keep promises to yourself, Ryan explains how simple daily habits can rebuild self-trust, strengthen self-worth, and help you take control of your future.
Because sometimes, you don't need to have your whole life figured out. You just need to do the next right thing.
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Super Bowl Champion & Pro Football Hall of Fame: Ronde Barber
How do you do legendary things? Is there actually a plan B?In this episode of I Got Back Up, Talia is joined by Ronde Barber, former American NFL cornerback who spent his entire 16 year career with the Tampa …
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How do you do legendary things? Is there actually a plan B?
In this episode of I Got Back Up, Talia is joined by Ronde Barber, former American NFL cornerback who spent his entire 16 year career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. A five time Pro Bowl selection, he helped the Buccaneers win Super Bowl XXXVII in 2003, and was inducted in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2023.
In this conversation Ronde draws on why it is not an easy and linear path into the NFL, resilience, the things he had to go through to get to where he got to, exploring how he stepped through self doubt and overcoming the little and big things that stood in his way along his path, whilst navigating his career with his unique situation of having a twin brother Tiki who also played in the NFL for the New York Giants as a successful running back, and not being able to match his expectations.
In Ronde's first year in the NFL he only played one game. And in facing adversity and having to find himself he turned his career around in one year. Together, the conversation explores only really having a plan A in life, believing in yourself, noticing that you are a mosaic of everyone you meet, and understanding that no one does it on their own.
As the only way to become legendary is to do legendary things.
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"The biggest thing I lost was my identity" with Chris Robshaw
What does it really mean to get back up when life takes you in a completely different direction?In this episode of I Got Back Up, Talia is joined by Chris Robshaw, former England rugby captain, for an honest …
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What does it really mean to get back up when life takes you in a completely different direction?
In this episode of I Got Back Up, Talia is joined by Chris Robshaw, former England rugby captain, for an honest conversation about resilience, identity, and overcoming setbacks in sport and in life. Drawing on his career in professional rugby, Chris reflects on the highs, the injuries, the public scrutiny, and the challenges of walking away from the game that shaped so much of who he was.
Chris shares how trust, preparation, self-belief, and the support of those around him helped him navigate difficult moments, rebuild confidence, and embrace new challenges. From managing the physical demands of professional rugby to finding purpose after retirement, taking on a marathon and triathlon, and stepping into the spotlight on Strictly Come Dancing, his journey is a reminder that resilience is not always about returning to who you were. Sometimes, it is about discovering who you can become.
Together, they explore the importance of showing up on the tough days, learning to accept support, facing fear, and having the confidence to step outside your comfort zone, even when you feel far from ready.
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Living With the Fear: Oliver Moorhouse on OCD, Health Anxiety & Resilience
What happens when your own thoughts become your biggest source of fear?Joining Talia in the studio this week is Oliver Moorhouse, for a raw and honest conversation about OCD, health anxiety, intrusive thoughts …
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What happens when your own thoughts become your biggest source of fear?
Joining Talia in the studio this week is Oliver Moorhouse, for a raw and honest conversation about OCD, health anxiety, intrusive thoughts, resilience and learning to live with uncertainty.
Ollie shares his personal experience of health anxiety and the obsessive thoughts and behaviours that can come with it, including checking, researching symptoms, avoiding triggers, and getting caught in cycles of fear. He explains how therapy, acceptance, self-awareness, exercise, sleep and building a personal "toolbox" of coping strategies have helped him manage his mental health and stay grounded.
The conversation also explores the importance of vulnerability, family and friendship, why picking up the phone can sometimes mean more than sending a text and how checking in honestly with the people around us can make a huge difference.
Rather than searching for a quick fix, Ollie discusses learning to manage anxiety, recognise patterns and keep moving forward - even when difficult thoughts return.
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Facing Yourself Can Be the Hardest Part of Sobriety: Millie Gooch on Alcohol, Anxiety & Confidence
What happens when alcohol stops being the solution and starts becoming part of the problem?Joining Talia this week is Millie Gooch, author, speaker and founder of Sober Girl Society, for an honest conversation …
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What happens when alcohol stops being the solution and starts becoming part of the problem?
Joining Talia this week is Millie Gooch, author, speaker and founder of Sober Girl Society, for an honest conversation about drinking, anxiety, sobriety, confidence, and learning to navigate life without alcohol.
Millie shares her journey from university drinking culture and blackout anxiety to nearly nine years sober, exploring how alcohol became a way to manage confidence and difficult emotions before ultimately making her mental health worse. She also explains the science behind alcohol-related anxiety, sleep disruption, and blackouts, while opening up about the identity shift that came with sobriety.
The conversation also explores therapy, panic attacks, self-discovery, and how sobriety helped Millie better understand herself. She shares how Sober Girl Society grew from a small idea into a community supporting sober and sober-curious women, alongside practical advice for building confidence without relying on alcohol.
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Clinically Dead for 2 Minutes & 42 Seconds: Tom Lockyer on Cardiac Arrest, Mental Health & Football
Joining Talia this week is professional footballer Tom Lockyer for an honest conversation about surviving cardiac arrest, trauma, resilience, and discovering who you are beyond football.Tom's career took him …
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Joining Talia this week is professional footballer Tom Lockyer for an honest conversation about surviving cardiac arrest, trauma, resilience, and discovering who you are beyond football.
Tom's career took him from being released by a professional academy at just 15 for being considered too small, through non-league football and spells with Bristol Rovers and Charlton Athletic, before spending six years at Luton Town and helping the club reach the Premier League. But his life changed dramatically after suffering cardiac arrests on the pitch.
Tom opens up about collapsing during Luton's Championship play-off final at Wembley, later being diagnosed with atrial fibrillation, and then suffering another cardiac arrest while playing against Bournemouth in the Premier League. He recalls waking up surrounded by paramedics and discovering that he had been clinically dead for 2 minutes and 42 seconds.
The conversation goes far beyond football, exploring the delayed impact of trauma, anxiety, identity loss, and the challenge of rebuilding your life when the career that defined you is suddenly taken away.
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From Footballer to Fighter: Leon McKenzie on Mental Health & Survival
What happens when the applause fades and you're left to face your biggest battles alone?Joining Talia in the studio this week is former Premier League footballer, professional boxer, mental health advocate, and …
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What happens when the applause fades and you're left to face your biggest battles alone?
Joining Talia in the studio this week is former Premier League footballer, professional boxer, mental health advocate, and author Leon McKenzie for one of his most honest conversations yet.
After a successful football career with clubs including Norwich City, Coventry City and Crystal Palace, Leon transitioned into professional boxing before dedicating his life to raising awareness of mental health. Having experienced depression, trauma, and suicidal thoughts, he now uses his platform to help others realise that healing is possible and that asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Together, Talia and Leon explore the lifelong impact of childhood experiences, the non-linear journey of healing, and how faith, purpose, self-love, and vulnerability have helped him rebuild his life. This is an emotional conversation about surviving the darkest moments, embracing authenticity, and discovering the strength to keep getting back up.
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I Lost 30% of My Body, But Found 100% of My Potential" - Aaron Phipps MBE on Resilience, Purpose & Paralympic Gold
What if the biggest setback of your life became the foundation for your greatest achievements?In this inspiring episode Talia is joined by Paralympic gold medallist, MBE, motivational speaker, and disability …
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What if the biggest setback of your life became the foundation for your greatest achievements?
In this inspiring episode Talia is joined by Paralympic gold medallist, MBE, motivational speaker, and disability advocate Aaron Phipps. After contracting meningitis as a teenager, Aaron underwent life-saving surgery that resulted in the amputation of both legs. Rather than allowing adversity to define him, he rebuilt his life, becoming one of Great Britain's most celebrated wheelchair rugby players and helping Team GB win Paralympic gold at the Tokyo 2020 Games.
Aaron shares the mindset that has carried him from hospital beds to the Paralympic podium, opening up about resilience, mental health, embracing risk, and finding purpose through life's greatest challenges. He also reflects on pushing beyond perceived limits, including becoming the first person to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in a wheelchair, proving that impossible is often just a starting point.
This conversation is a powerful reminder that resilience isn't about avoiding hardship, it's about choosing to rise every single time life knocks you down.
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The Comeback Mindset: James Haskell on Resilience, Reinvention & Mental Strength
What does it really take to get back up when life doesn't go to plan?Joining Talia in the studio this week is former England and British & Irish Lions rugby star James Haskell. Since retiring from professional …
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What does it really take to get back up when life doesn't go to plan?
Joining Talia in the studio this week is former England and British & Irish Lions rugby star James Haskell. Since retiring from professional rugby, James has successfully reinvented himself as a bestselling author, broadcaster, podcaster, entrepreneur, and international DJ, proving that life after elite sport can be just as rewarding as the career that came before it.
Together, they dive into the mindset behind resilience, the power of self-belief, and how embracing setbacks can become the catalyst for growth. James opens up about protecting his mental health, learning from failure, building confidence through visualization, and staying authentic in a world increasingly shaped by social media. The conversation also explores relationships, setting healthy boundaries, finding purpose beyond sport, and even James' fascination with the universe and life beyond Earth.
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Life After A Kidney Transplant: Ottilie Quince on Resilience, Recovery & Hope
What happens when life throws challenge after challenge your way? For Ottilie Quince, the answer has always been the same: keep moving forward.In this episode Talia sits down with kidney transplant recipient …
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What happens when life throws challenge after challenge your way? For Ottilie Quince, the answer has always been the same: keep moving forward.
In this episode Talia sits down with kidney transplant recipient, cyclist, and resilience advocate Ottilie Quince to explore her extraordinary journey through chronic illness, organ transplantation, and rediscovering purpose.
Ottilie shares the realities of living with end-stage kidney disease, the emotional highs and lows of receiving a transplant, and how cycling became far more than a hobby—it became a lifeline.
Together, they discuss the power of community, self-advocacy in healthcare, and why embracing life's setbacks can lead to unexpected opportunities for growth.
Whether you're facing your own health challenges or supporting someone who is, this conversation is a powerful reminder that resilience isn't about avoiding adversity; it's about learning how to navigate it, getting back up and taking it one step at a time.
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Behind the Laughs: John Fendley on Grief, Mental Health & Getting Back Up
Life rarely follows the path we expect, and often our biggest challenges become the moments that shape us most.Joining Talia in the studio this week is TV presenter, broadcaster, Soccer AM favourite, and …
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Life rarely follows the path we expect, and often our biggest challenges become the moments that shape us most.
Joining Talia in the studio this week is TV presenter, broadcaster, Soccer AM favourite, and LifeJacket UK producer John Fendley for an honest conversation about resilience, mental health, grief, and embracing life's unpredictable journey.
John shares his experiences of navigating difficult moments, learning to sit with uncomfortable emotions, and understanding that life isn't a straight line. From managing overthinking to finding joy in everyday moments, this episode explores what it really means to rebuild, grow, and keep moving forward.
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Why Men Stay Silent: The Story Behind Say It Lad & The Power of Speaking Up
Joining Talia in the studio this week is the incredible team behind Say It Lad, the anonymous voice-note platform helping men open up about their mental health without fear of judgment.Together, they explore …
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Joining Talia in the studio this week is the incredible team behind Say It Lad, the anonymous voice-note platform helping men open up about their mental health without fear of judgment.
Together, they explore why so many men struggle to talk about anxiety, depression, loneliness, and fear, and how silence often becomes one of the biggest barriers to getting support. The conversation dives into the power of vulnerability, the impact of negative self-talk, and why being heard can be more valuable than being given advice.
Through honest discussion and personal insights, this episode highlights how simple acts of openness can create life-changing turning points and why creating safe, accessible spaces for men to share their experiences has never been more important.
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Say It Lad is a UK-based men's mental health initiative built around a simple but powerful idea: giving men a safe, anonymous space to speak openly. Through WhatsApp voice notes, users can share their experiences, struggles, fears, and victories without using their name or revealing their identity. The platform was created to break down the barriers that stop many men from asking for help, offering peer-to-peer support through honest conversations and shared experiences. Its mission is simple: help men realise they are not alone and encourage conversations before crisis point.
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Football, Failure & Fighting Back with Jay Bothroyd
Joining Talia in the studio today is former professional footballer Jay Bothroyd to explore the defining moments that shaped his remarkable career and personal journey.From the highs of representing England to …
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Joining Talia in the studio today is former professional footballer Jay Bothroyd to explore the defining moments that shaped his remarkable career and personal journey.
From the highs of representing England to the challenges of adapting to life and football overseas, Jay opens up about the resilience, determination, and mindset that helped him overcome setbacks and continue moving forward. He shares candid insights into handling criticism, navigating cultural changes, managing personal health challenges, and finding strength through vulnerability.
This powerful conversation is packed with lessons on perseverance, self-awareness, and personal growth that extend far beyond the football pitch.
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My smile is back. Young-Onset Parkinson’s: Carl Beech
I got my smile back.. Carl Beech creator of the BeechBand and someone living with Young-Onset Parkinson’s, Carl went from losing his ability to speak, walk normally, and control his body.. to calming his …
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I got my smile back..
Carl Beech creator of the BeechBand and someone living with Young-Onset Parkinson’s, Carl went from losing his ability to speak, walk normally, and control his body.. to calming his symptoms and getting his voice, his movement, and his smile back.
From tapping on his arm one day, Carl had an epiphany which became the device everyone in the Parkinson’s community is talking about – the Beechband. The day Carl felt hope again.
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Hold On. Multiple Sclerosis: Ben Parker
Diagnosed with Multiple sclerosis (MS), at the age of 32 in 2008, it was a day that freed Ben but also told him that things were going to be tough. The one thought that came through was just hold on …
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Diagnosed with Multiple sclerosis (MS), at the age of 32 in 2008, it was a day that freed Ben but also told him that things were going to be tough. The one thought that came through was just hold on. Participating in marathons, and becoming a teacher, the pain that started all of this has since created the happiness he now has..
Ps never forget, the world is always better with you in it.
MS is a chronic, autoimmune disease of the central nervous system where the immune system damages the myelin sheath protecting nerves, disrupting brain-body communication.
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Injuries and the Mental Battle: Troy Noak
Troy Noak is formerly an avid no-gi Brazilian jiu-jitsu competitor, Troy’s road back to the mats has been anything but straightforward. While drilling takedowns in preparation for competition, he fractured his …
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Troy Noak is formerly an avid no-gi Brazilian jiu-jitsu competitor, Troy’s road back to the mats has been anything but straightforward. While drilling takedowns in preparation for competition, he fractured his patella; but it was what came after that truly tested him.
Eager to return to his previous workload after three months of physical therapy, Troy pushed too hard too soon and ruptured his hamstring.
What followed was a year-long physical recovery, and an even longer mental battle that proved more challenging than the injury itself. Facing himself, Troy shows just how your life can change when you show up to your fears..
Troy is a presenter and video editor for Sleeper Fantasy and a business management student at NYU.
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Surviving Meningitis B: Ludovic Peze
Ludovic Peze is a resilient entrepreneur and motorsport expert who founded Motors Formula Team (MFT) in 2014 with a vision to redefine excellence on the track. After overcoming a life-changing battle with …
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Ludovic Peze is a resilient entrepreneur and motorsport expert who founded Motors Formula Team (MFT) in 2014 with a vision to redefine excellence on the track.
After overcoming a life-changing battle with meningitis B and suffering with PTSD, Ludo channelled that determination into building his life and proving to himself what he is capable of.
Building a bridge between elite racing and strategic business management, Ludo is dedicated to turning challenges into advantages, and promoting diversity in the world of professional motorsport.
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Paralympic Gold. 103 Marathons. No Limits: Richard Whitehead MBE
Richard Whitehead MBE was born with a double knee amputation and was driven by a desire to compete professionally in sport on the world stage. A double Paralympic gold medallist marathon runner, Richard has won …
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Richard Whitehead MBE was born with a double knee amputation and was driven by a desire to compete professionally in sport on the world stage. A double Paralympic gold medallist marathon runner, Richard has won gold at the London 2012 and Rio 2016 Paralympic games and run marathons around the world.
He has continued to push boundaries, not just in sport but also in how we think about limitations, mindset, and possibility, encouraging others to think about what they do have, not what they don’t.
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The Cave: Dan Frolec
In 2002, Dan’s scuba diving holiday in Croatia turned to tragedy when one of the group got trapped in an underwater cave, and then a navy diver died in the rescue operation. Dan and a fellow diver were falsely …
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In 2002, Dan’s scuba diving holiday in Croatia turned to tragedy when one of the group got trapped in an underwater cave, and then a navy diver died in the rescue operation. Dan and a fellow diver were falsely accused of murder and thrown into custody. Grieving the loss, they had to summon the energy and mindset to fight for the truth and their freedom.
Dan has also published a book called ‘The Cave’ detailing the story.
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I Can Do Hard Stuff: David Smith MBE
David Smith MBE is a British adaptive rower who won gold at the 2012 Paralympics. He underwent surgery in 2010 to remove a tumour inside his spinal cord. However, during surgery 4, David was left paralysed on …
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David Smith MBE is a British adaptive rower who won gold at the 2012 Paralympics. He underwent surgery in 2010 to remove a tumour inside his spinal cord. However, during surgery 4, David was left paralysed on his left side.
In 2025, David found out he had three tumours inside his brain, losing his hold on life. David was fighting between death and survival.
Staying fit and healthy, David’s outlook on life is tremendous, and he constantly reminds himself that ‘he can do hard stuff’.
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This Won't End Me: Corey Cooper
Ever since he heard announcer Johnny Olsen say "Get ready to match the stars!" while in the audience of the TV show Match Game, Corey knew that broadcasting would be his calling. Embarking upon a career that …
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Ever since he heard announcer Johnny Olsen say "Get ready to match the stars!" while in the audience of the TV show Match Game, Corey knew that broadcasting would be his calling. Embarking upon a career that has spanned successful radio DJ gigs to breaking news as a Producer, to ensuring the quality of TV and radio in Master Control, Corey has fulfilled dreams of being a part of the entertainment industry.
Corey was diagnosed with two cancers at once, and then had a stroke, which took partial eye vision away.
Corey has faced his fears and challenges head-on, not letting them end him.
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Charlotte Evans MBE: Life after Paralympic Gold
Charlotte Evans MBE is a British skier, sighted guide and Paralympian. After an ACL injury ended her career, Charlotte was forced to examine her identity, questioning who she really was if she wasn’t a skier …
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Charlotte Evans MBE is a British skier, sighted guide and Paralympian. After an ACL injury ended her career, Charlotte was forced to examine her identity, questioning who she really was if she wasn’t a skier anymore.
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Matt Black: I Beat Bowel Cancer
In 2020, Matt had an emergency nine-hour lifesaving operation for bowel cancer. Now five years cancer-free, Matt believes that cancer has given him a voice to talk about his experience both as a cancer survivor …
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In 2020, Matt had an emergency nine-hour lifesaving operation for bowel cancer. Now five years cancer-free, Matt believes that cancer has given him a voice to talk about his experience both as a cancer survivor and the signs to look out for.
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Alex Brooker: The Last Leg, Soccer Aid & Self Doubt
Alex Brooker was born with hand and arm deformities, with his fingers on each hand fused, and without a bone in his right leg, resulting in his leg being amputated. Navigating self-doubt, co-hosting The Last …
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Alex Brooker was born with hand and arm deformities, with his fingers on each hand fused, and without a bone in his right leg, resulting in his leg being amputated. Navigating self-doubt, co-hosting The Last Leg, playing in Soccer Aid and working in television, explore how what we go through shapes us.
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The Mighty Motivator: Rob Hosking
Rob Hosking joined the police force at age 22, and through the traumas he witnessed on the job, this began the start of a 5 year cycle of poor mental health, PTSD and struggling to never open up, leaving him …
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Rob Hosking joined the police force at age 22, and through the traumas he witnessed on the job, this began the start of a 5 year cycle of poor mental health, PTSD and struggling to never open up, leaving him with where he felt he had no other options..
Witnessing first hand the negative stigmas surrounding male mental health, and stuck in a macho culture within the Police, Rob felt like he couldn’t open up about his feelings and depression, which led to a deterioration in his mental health where he felt he had no other options..
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Finding Me Beyond Illness: Dr Shanali Perera
Dr Shanali Perera studied medicine, and whilst specialising in rheumatology, she developed vasculitis, a rare autoimmune condition. Losing herself to illness, she struggled with image and identity.. until she …
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Dr Shanali Perera studied medicine, and whilst specialising in rheumatology, she developed vasculitis, a rare autoimmune condition. Losing herself to illness, she struggled with image and identity.. until she found art. Expressing herself through art transformed her life..
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Hold onto Hope: Paddy Rafter
From an early age, Paddy Rafter lived a life of addiction and trauma. A musician, singer, painter, former college lecturer and racehorse trainer, Paddy has now brought his knowledge and experience in a book …
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From an early age, Paddy Rafter lived a life of addiction and trauma.
A musician, singer, painter, former college lecturer and racehorse trainer, Paddy has now brought his knowledge and experience in a book called ‘The 48 Acts, Live your life a better, deeper way’.
Taken to dark places, feeling alone, hopeless and misunderstood, Paddy has found a way out of the hell that was his everyday life, discovering a new way of life and discovering true peace and happiness.
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Memoirs of a Suburban Troublemaker: Ellen R.B. Smith
Ellen R. B. Smith’s story is one of facing isolation, rejection and seeking attention with acts of rebellion – shoplifting, drinking, fighting during the struggles of adolescence, Ellen was yearning for …
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Ellen R. B. Smith’s story is one of facing isolation, rejection and seeking attention with acts of rebellion – shoplifting, drinking, fighting during the struggles of adolescence, Ellen was yearning for belonging, identity, and independence.
We all have a power within waiting to be unleashed.
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