Inspiring Leadership with Jonathan Bowman-Perks MBE

🎙️ Inspiring Leadership – Mark UrbanJoin us for a powerful episode with Mark Urban – journalist, historian, Podcaster and former BBC Newsnight Diplomatic Editor – as he shares insights from a career spent on the frontlines of global conflict.Now a writer for The Sunday Times, and Podcast Cohost with former MP Amber Rudd (The Crisis Room) Mark has reported from the Gulf War to Afghanistan, served as a Royal Tank Regiment officer, and worked with EW teams such as Jonathan’s on the Cold War front. His bestselling books reveal the secret worlds of military operations and espionage.Ahead of the release of his latest book TANK (out 5th June) and his new podcast (launching 28th May), Mark discusses the leaders, decisions, and intelligence efforts that shape modern warfare. Don’t miss this episode with one of Britain’s most compelling voices on defence and leadership. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leading Wellbeing with Professor Sir Cary Cooper, CBEJoin us on the Inspiring Leadership Podcast as we welcome Professor Sir Cary Cooper, CBE, a global authority in organisational psychology and workplace wellbeing. As the 50th Anniversary Professor at Alliance Manchester Business School, Sir Cary has authored over 170 influential books and championed healthier, high-performing work cultures. With honours including a CBE and a Knighthood, his leadership legacy is both profound and practical. Don’t miss this inspiring episode on how wellbeing is the key to unlocking business success.Tune in now to be inspired! 🎙️  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Turning Adversity into Action – Matt Gallagher’s Fight Against MNDIn this powerful episode of the Inspiring Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Matt Gallagher, former Coventry rugby player and founder of the Matt Gallagher Foundation, created following his diagnosis with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) in October 2023.Rather than stepping back, Matt has taken bold steps forward—raising over £600,000 through his foundation to support research, increase awareness, and provide hands-on support to the MND community. From charity runs and rugby matches to heartfelt public speaking and community engagement, Matt’s story is one of courage, resilience, and purpose.Tune in to hear how Matt is transforming personal adversity into a powerful movement of hope and solidarity. 🏉 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Navigating Markets, Building Trust: Leadership Insights from Steven Fine, CEO of Peel Hunt.Get ready for an inspiring conversation on the Inspiring Leadership Podcast! This week, we welcome Steven Fine, Chief Executive Officer of Peel Hunt, a leading UK investment bank. Steven joined Peel Hunt in 2006 and was instrumental in leading the management and staff buy-out from KBC Bank in 2010. With roots as a founder member of D. E. Shaw Securities International, Steven brings decades of experience from global financial markets, having managed operations in Tokyo and London.As Deputy Chair of the FCA Markets Practitioner Panel and a non-executive director for the Quoted Companies Alliance, Steven is a passionate advocate for the interests of financial markets participants and quoted companies. He’s also been a judge for the Non-Executive Director Awards for over 15 years, championing governance and stewardship in UK boardrooms.Steven’s collaborative leadership style and transparent communication have helped build Peel Hunt’s reputation for long-term relationships and a strong partnership ethos. In this episode, he shares insights on navigating turbulent markets, the importance of governance, and how technology and culture drive success in financial services. Don’t miss this chance to learn from one of the City’s most respected leaders! 🌍Tune in and be inspired! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙️ InspiringLeadership Podcast: Major General Himalaya Thapa – A Life of Service, Strategy & Global Impact 🌍In this compelling episode of InspiringLeadership, we sit down with Major General Himalaya Thapa (Retd.), a highly decorated officer whose military and diplomatic career has spanned nearly four decades and five continents.From his beginnings in the Royal Nepalese Army in 1978 to his elite training at Sandhurst and strategic studies in Washington, D.C., General Thapa’s path reflects a deep commitment to leadership, learning, and global peace. He shares insights from his roles in critical UN peacekeeping missions—from Lebanon and Sierra Leone to Nepal—offering a rare perspective on conflict resolution and international cooperation.We explore his pivotal leadership during the 2015 Gorkha Earthquake, his time as Nepal’s Military Attaché to the UK and France, and his continued impact in academia, strategic policy, and diplomacy post-retirement.Now a Senior Thematic Expert for Nepal’s Policy Research Institute, General Thapa brings his wisdom to issues ranging from foreign affairs to climate change and national security.Tune in for a masterclass in purposeful leadership, international strategy, and a life dedicated to service and nation-building.🎧 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙️ Jonny Huntington's World's 1st Disabled Skier to the South Pole❄️In this episode, we look back on an extraordinary feat of human endurance and resilience. In November 2024, Jonny Huntington made history by becoming the first disabled person to reach the South Pole solo and unsupported. Skiing over 900 kilometers through brutal temperatures dipping to –40°C, Jonny joined an elite group of only 51 people in history who’ve completed this kind of expedition.A former athlete and keynote speaker on Maximising Human Performance and the Power of Self Belief, Jonny’s journey to the pole was more than just physical—it was a powerful testament to mental strength. After surviving a brain bleed that left him paralyzed on his left side from the neck down, he refused to be defined by his limitations.Tune in to hear how Jonny pushed beyond the impossible and rewrote what it means to overcome. This is not just an expedition story—it’s a masterclass in grit and belief. 🏔️👉 Tune in now to be inspired by one of the most powerful stories of human determination.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙️Inspiring Leadership Podcast: From Battlefield to Parliament – Al Carns DSO OBE MC MPFrom a modest upbringing in Scotland to the frontlines of major global conflicts, Colonel Al Carns has dedicated his life to service. In this powerful episode, we sit down with the decorated military leader turned rising political figure to explore his journey through the ranks of the Royal Marines, his leadership in Afghanistan, and the personal sacrifices behind his decision to walk away from a promotion to Brigadier General in pursuit of public service.Al shares what it means to lead with purpose, the values forged in war zones, and how he's now bringing that same commitment to change in Westminster as the newly elected Labour MP for Birmingham Selly Oak and Minister for Veterans and People.This is a story of courage, humility, and unwavering dedication to making a difference—both on the battlefield and in the corridors of power. Don’t miss it. 🎧 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙️ Inspiring Leadership Podcast: Chris Barton – The Visionary Behind ShazamHow do you turn an "impossible" idea into a global phenomenon? Chris Barton, the founder of Shazam, did just that—creating a groundbreaking music recognition app long before iTunes, the iPhone, or the App Store even existed. Despite skepticism and major technical hurdles, his relentless innovation and creative persistence turned Shazam into a household name, with over 2 billion downloads and a $400 million acquisition by Apple.But Barton's journey didn’t stop there. From shaping Google’s Android Partnerships to driving growth at Dropbox, he has continually redefined what’s possible. Now, he’s tackling AI-powered drowning detection with his latest startup, Guard.In this episode of Inspiring Leadership, Chris shares his "Start from Zero" mindset, how he navigated setbacks, and what it takes to push boundaries in tech and entrepreneurship. 🚀Tune in for an eye-opening conversation on resilience, innovation, and leadership. 🎧🔥 #InspiringLeadership #ChrisBarton #Shazam Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liz McConaghy’s story is one of resilience, courage, and transformation. Originally from Northern Ireland, she joined the RAF on her 19th birthday, becoming the longest-serving female crewman on the Chinook Fleet. She was the youngest aircrew deployed to Iraq at just 21 and the only woman in her role for four years. Over a 17-year career, she completed multiple combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, witnessing war from the skies.But after leaving the military in 2019, Liz faced her toughest battle yet—PTSD, trauma, and a fight for her own life. Her powerful memoir, Chinook Crew Chick, became an Amazon bestseller, offering an unfiltered look at the highs and lows of her service and recovery. Now an award-winning speaker and mental health ambassador, Liz is proving that PTSD doesn’t have to define you—it can be a chapter that fuels growth.Join us as we dive into her extraordinary journey, from flying combat missions to rebuilding her life and inspiring thousands. This is a conversation about war, healing, and the unbreakable human spirit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zara Lachlan set three World Records rowing solo, unsupported and non-stop from mainland Europe to mainland South America from October 2024 to February 2025. Lachlan at only 21 years old, was the first female ever and youngest person to complete this route, and the youngest female to row from any mainland to mainland. On this 97-day expedition Zara faced stormy weather leading to a capsize, a large bite from a suspected barracuda, and regular hallucinations from extreme exhaustion. This crossing pushed her physically as she rowed 16-21 hours a day but found the mental struggle from being in pure isolation during testing conditions for the first forty days, where the weather was against her for thirty-five of them, a significantly larger challenge. Throughout the process Zara was raising money for two charities important to her, Team Forces and Women in Sport.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.