A successful actor, stuntman, and entrepreneur, Matt Hookings reveals the truth about the film industry and what the entertainment world is really like behind the scenes… He shares his incredible journey from flipping burgers at Mcdonalds to now working alongside Hollywood heavyweights such as Russell Crowe and Tom Cruise. Matt reflects on the adversity he faced in his early life and how those setbacks shaped his journey from acting school to Hollywood. Finally, he opens up about the risks & sacrifices he’s taken throughout his career and how he overcame the odds to become a key player in the film industry & productions for the likes of Amazon and Netflix. Trust me when I say you won’t want to miss this episode of ‘Turning Adversity Into An Asset’ Let us know what you think below! Watch the episode on Youtube >>>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJlp1yKFty8  

“I’ll 100% be a billionaire…” Brad Lea, the CEO & founder of LightSpeed, shares his remarkable story of building a multi-million dollar global tech company from scratch. Host of the top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, & author of the bestselling book, The Hard Way, Brad opens up about his tough upbringing and how he was eventually kicked out of his house aged 16… He uncovers the stories of his life to share how he overcame huge adversity to become one of the most influential entrepreneurs on the planet. He also reveals the secrets he’s used to help generate millions for celebrities and business owners including Tony Robbins, Zig Ziglar and Grant Cardone. Trust me when I say you won’t want to miss this episode of ‘Turning Adversity Into An Asset’ Let us know what you think below!                  Watch the episode on Youtube >>>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBK2k4ITqII                

Addiction to Whole Again ‘I thought I was going to die…’ One of the most recognised faces in showbiz today, Kerry Katona shares her remarkable journey from a troubled childhood in foster care to becoming a chart-topping singer and reality TV star She reflects on her path to fame, navigating the world of modelling and lap dancing before finding success within the pop group ‘Atomic Kitten’. Tune in as Kerry shares her incredible story, the ups and downs, drugs, alcohol, bankruptcy and how she overcame huge adversity all played out in the media. She also opens up about the pain and suffering that goes on behind the mask of social media, the press, society's perception of celebrities and what life is really like in the public eye… Trust me when I say you won’t want to miss this episode of ‘Turning Adversity Into An Asset’ Let us know what you think below! Watch the episode on Youtube >>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zQctxNGCAk&t=12s

Michael Neill, a bestselling author and coach, shares how one client changed his life and led him into coaching. He discusses the importance of genuinely changing lives and prioritizing making a difference. They explore the power of coaching, personal growth, and reflection. They also touch on embracing contentment, overcoming mental illness, and debunking myths of self-help.

Known as Britain's last gentleman gangster, Dave Courtney shares his story from a hidden and dark world… From his early life of crime to working with the krays and even experiencing his own personal tragedies, Dave reveals what life was really like in the criminal underworld. He shares all about a life of crime, violence & betrayal & opens up about the consequences of his actions and the time he spent in prison. Unexpected twists and life-changing events eventually brought Dave to a crossroads and he eventually decided to leave his criminal life behind and start fresh as a successful security entrepreneur. Trust me when I say you’ll want to listen to the end of this one. Don't miss this eye-opening conversation on the podcast "Turning Adversity into an Asset." Let us know what you think below! Click here to check out my website  >>> LewisRaymondTaylor.com Watch the episode on Youtube >>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjPOobM4krA

After getting involved in a street fight whilst on a night out with his friends, Ty Mitchell’s life turned quickly in one single moment Unbeknown to Ty, a person from the other group had unfortunately passed away and Ty was arrested and charged with murder. Join us in this episode as Ty opens up and shares vividly the story from that life changing night. He reflects on his initial shock, legal battles, the confusion learning about the person's death whilst in jail and how he now thinks people should actually get longer in jail for this crime. Tune is as he shares his emotional journey & the resilience required to face life-altering challenges head-on. Now a free man, Ty opens up about rebuilding his life, his charity work and how he wants to educate & give back to the younger generation. Don't miss this eye-opening conversation on the podcast "Turning Adversity into an Asset." Let us know what you think below!  Click here to check out my website  >>> LewisRaymondTaylor.com Watch the episode on Youtube >>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6m7O1wDxz4  

This week Lewis is joined by Kevin Lane - "the nicest convicted murderer you've ever met”. Kevin’s life took a turn when he was convicted of murder and spent over two decades behind bars but despite spending time in jail, he continues to protest his innocence. In this episode, Kevin speaks about his life working for the criminal underworld and how he now uses his experiences to help steer young wannabe gangsters away from a life of crime.  Click here to check out my website  >>> LewisRaymondTaylor.com Watch the episode on Youtube >>>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lFRcbTdeBGA

This week, Lewis is joined by Nick Gazard as he shares his incredible story of how he turned tragedy into a force for good. Nick's daughter, Holly Gazard, was murdered by her ex-boyfriend whilst at work in Gloucester.  Despite this unimaginable loss, Nick has found the strength to not only help 1000s of others through their own adversity but also create a lasting legacy for his beloved daughter. Nick now dedicates his life to his valiant charity work and educates people about the dangers of coercive control, domestic abuse and stalking, all elements that contributed to Hollie’s murder. Click here to check out my website  >>> LewisRaymondTaylor.com Watch the episode on Youtube >>>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ngsfheo_8eE  

In this episode, Brad Burton joins Lewis Raymond Taylor to share his incredible journey from a pizza delivery man at 30 to building a multi million pound business and becoming the UKs No 1 motivational business speaker. He also shares his experiences from the early days, the harsh realities of running a business—low sales, even battling depression and he reveals the untold stories behind his success. Click here to check out my website  >>> LewisRaymondTaylor.com Watch the episode on Youtube >>>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U-mJKxxT9eg  

In this episode, we dive into the remarkable story of Pam Warren, a financial advisor whose life took an unexpected turn when she became a survivor of a devastating train crash which left her with severe burn injuries. Join us as we explore how Pam transformed her adversity into an asset, finding inspiration and making a difference along the way. Discover the challenges she faced, the remarkable recovery she underwent, and the incredible resilience that led her to become one of the UK's most renowned female inspirational speakers. Click here to check out my website  >>> LewisRaymondTaylor.com Watch the episode on Youtube >>>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXmoREIZHOY