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Jun 21, 2021 • 1h 34min

#7 | Dylan Hartley | Leadership, Cultural Architecture, High Standards - What Does It Take To Captain English Rugby?

In this episode, Fergus is joined by Dylan Hartley: former hooker and captain of Northampton Saints and England Rugby.Dylan led Northampton to their first-ever Premiership title, and then went onto captain England on a world record-equalling run of 18 test victories. As well as this, Dylan led England in two winning 6 nations campaigns which included their first grand slam since 2003. He finished as England's most capped hooker, with 97 test caps Dylan is England’s 2nd most capped player of all time.We discuss Dylan's formative years, the early stages of his rugby career, his time as England captain, serving under Eddie Jones, and a whole lot more!Dylan's social media: @dylanhartley.Get 10% off Love Lane Brewery and Contact Coffee Co with code TMM10.www.lovelanebrewing.comww.contactcoffee.com 
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Jun 7, 2021 • 57min

#6 | Faisal Abdalla | How To Live Life With Unstoppable PMA (Positive Mental Attitude).

In this episode, Fergus is joined by Faisal Abdalla: celebrity trainer, author, and best known as Mr PMA, the most positive man in the UK's fitness industry.We explore Faisal's outlook on training, on life, and how his formative years made him the man he is today. As well as this, we touch upon the culture of social media, the power of simply taking the first step, and how much Faisal's perspective shifted once he became a father to Raffi - who actually briefly features in our conversation!Faisal's social media: @faisalpmafitness.Get 10% off Love Lane Brewery and Contact Coffee Co with code TMM10.www.lovelanebrewing.comww.contactcoffee.com 
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May 24, 2021 • 1h 5min

#5 | Locksmith | The Rudimental Story, Mental Health, And Creating Your Own Luck.

In this episode, Fergus is joined by Leon Rolle/Locksmith, who is 1/4 of the global music sensation: Rudimental.We explore the story behind the band, the journey that has got them to where they are now, and the challenges that came with it. As well as this, we dig a little deeper into Lockie's personal challenges, the lessons that he has learned, his continued passion for football, and how with conviction, we can create our own luck.Lockie's social media: @theycallmelocksmith.Get 10% off Love Lane Brewery and Contact Coffee Co with code TMM10.www.lovelanebrewing.comww.contactcoffee.com 
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May 9, 2021 • 54min

#4 | Fergus Crawley | My Experience With Depression And Suicide | Why mental health awareness week is not enough.

Fergus Crawley, an advocate for men's mental health and a charity fundraiser, shares his inspiring journey with depression and suicidal thoughts. He emphasizes the importance of sharing personal stories to foster connection and combat stigma. Fergus reflects on his adolescence, the pressures of masculinity, and how getting a puppy transformed his healing process. His impactful narrative underscores the necessity for ongoing conversations about mental health, well beyond just awareness weeks, advocating for deeper understanding and vulnerability.
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Apr 26, 2021 • 52min

#3 | Nick Symmonds | Life as an Olympic Athlete, to becoming the CEO of Rungum.

In this episode, Fergus is joined by Nick Symmonds - a double Olympian (with a PB of 1:42 in the 800m), CEO of Rungum, and Youtube legend, with an incredible online community.Nick has taken his favourite elements from his professional running career, and now focuses on doing more of them: engaging with his fans at events, and setting goals and smashing through them.We discuss the highs and lows of an Olympic career, the importance of community, what's next for Rungum, top tips for new runners, and even touch on the raw spirituality of nature.Nick's social media: @nicksymmonds / Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXJQ2GQh4BoRuAEkteU0Wg Get 10% off Love Lane Brewery and Contact Coffee Co with code TMM10.www.lovelanebrewing.comww.contactcoffee.com 
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Mar 28, 2021 • 49min

#1 | Roman Kemp | Our Silent Emergency, addressing the UK's male mental health and suicide crisis.

Roman joins Fergus to discuss the impact of his recent documentary: Our Silent Emergency, and how it has been received. Fergus featured in the documentary as an example of a man who has lived through a suicide attempt, and follows up on some of the conversation had within it here.We hear more about Roman's personal mental health, as well as the perspective shifts that he has recently experienced.Get 10% off Love Lane Brewery and Contact Coffee Co with code TMM10.www.lovelanebrewing.comww.contactcoffee.com @themodernminduk / @ferguscrawley

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