Jonny Becker is The Coaches Chef.  Fitness Professionals, Personal Trainers and Coaches hire him as their in-house chef to improve their clients results, turn their clients into pros in the  kitchen, to breakdown the fundamentals of nutrition and to demystify urban myths regarding "healthy foods". Today Jonny and I break down fitness nutrition for dummies and have a laugh along the way! We speak about  - fish and rice cake diets - if abs are made in the kitchen - alcohol and it's effects on sleep and hunger - why you should regulate your caffeine for mental performance - our desired "last meals" Thanks Jonny for stopping by! Follow Jonny's content and obtain his services: https://www.instagram.com/thecoachschef/

This weeks episode is my appearance on the University Challenged Podcast with Toni Kent. Here's what it this episode is about.. ---- Would you know what to say if you found yourself on a Zoom call with Her Majesty the Queen in your early 20s? David McIntosh did. As Scotland's first ever Management Consulting apprentice at KPMG, and the Co-Chair of the firm's UK Social Mobility network, David's life story so far makes for powerful listening. So much so, he was chosen to speak with Her Majesty as part of the firm's 150th anniversary celebrations. In our conversation, David explains how growing up in receipt of free school meals and with uniform and holidays provided by veteran's charities empowered him to 'flip his DNA' and embark on a quest to become an accountant. He also shares how the work of the Social Mobility Foundation opened up access to opportunities that may otherwise not have been visible or available to him and the impact this had in setting his trajectory towards management consulting aligned with public service. We talk poverty, using humour to deflect attention and how counting coppers as a child can be a clue to a future career. There's also lots to take away on the value of being unconventional and the power of having a North Star. --- Check out out the University, Challenged podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2jF3Z2j5QcjWyArN0nU3cS?si=a9a3a1bb8c52432c

Jay is a heavyweight boxer who has won the Scottish Cruiserweight title and was the youngest boxer to fight at Madison Square Gardens. This podcast is the most explosive, intimate, and intense podcast I have ever listened to never mind recorded. And, we recorded in in real life in a studio! Jay opens about his Mum being caught up in a drug smuggling operation whilst on holiday which ultimately led to him, and his 6-year-old autistic brother being homed in a Caribbean orphanage. He speaks intimately about how this event, and growing up in a deprived area, has propelled his boxing journey which he navigates the “jay way”. Jay talks about what it was like fighting kids twice his age when he weighed almost 80kg at the age of 8. He opens about the career prospects of professional boxing and speaks transparently about the money in boxing. He speaks about his highlights which include dropping almost 35kg to make cruiserweight to win the Scottish Cruiserweight Title. He also speaks very candidly of his experience with suicidal tendencies, mental health, alcoholism. Thanks, Jay, for stopping by and being so open and candid. ----- Some of the stories told by Jay can be interpreted as sensitive and therefore viewer and listener discretion is advised. The stories and topics discussed do not reflect me or the opinions of my employer. ---- This podcast was edited and produced by Paul Shields @RebelCityPaul and was shot in the @RebelCityPodcast Studio.

Daniel Ball is the CEO of The Early Careers Company and the Founder of The Early Careers Foundation. Daniel launched an expansive start up organisation with social purpose in a matter of months. He scaled the business from 1 to 13 employees and has moved in to two offices with views of global expansion. Daniel’s personality really shines through in this episode. As a young, hungry and excelling 25-year-old entrepreneur you would think Daniel’s motivation lies within his financial success, but you’d be wrong. For him, It’s knowing the risks that his employees have taken to buy into his vision for a better future and a more inclusive and contemporary careers market. He provides his thoughts on: - Joining a start-up as a teenager - Happiness vs Joy - Burnout culture - Remote working and human connection - Why no one ever regrets being kind I really enjoyed having Daniel stop by and make time for the show in his manic diary. I love both his charity’s and foundation’s mission statement. Thanks, Daniel, for your time! If you particularly enjoyed this episode, please share on your socials and subscribe!

Kristian Hill is an online coach and business owner in the fitness industry. Kristian pushes his body and mind through immense challenges. Today, Kristian stops by to talk about his most recent. An Iron Man. An Iron Man is a triathlon comprising of a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile cycle and 26 mile run. In this episode we speak about the three life cycles of completing one. Pre: the training, nutrition, recovery, preparation, mental fortitude and nae-sayers. Intra: the self-talk, the pain, the conditions, the fuelling. Post: the reflections, the emotions, the support, and the next challenge. Kristian suffered every set back in preparation including the event being rescheduled 3 times in 3 different countries and Kristian contracting covid weeks before his race. He speaks about how to deal with the variables that life throws. If you enjoyed this episode – let us know! You can find Kristian, his podcast and his coaching services here: https://www.instagram.com/coachedbykdh/

Gary is the CEO of Success Masters and the Author of #1 Best Selling book The Power of Strategic Influence: 10 Success Factors of Highly Influential Leaders. Gary stops by not only to share his story but to share the insights he has gained from meeting and interviewing 12 influential entrepreneurs and authors. Gary defines influence, how we all have it and how we can all put it to good use. I am grateful for Gary stopping by (digitally from Utah!) You can find Gary C Laney on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyclaney/ You can find his book: Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Strategic-Influence-Success-Influential/dp/1737091593 Waterstones: https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-power-of-strategic-influence/gary-c-laney//9781737091592

Ron is the Author of Retail Pride: The Guide to Celebrating Your Accidental Career When will you get a real career? When will you stop working nights and weekends? When do you plan to use your  degree? If you work in retail, these are questions you often hear. Does this make you feel like the career you love was all just an accident? You’re not alone. The retail industry employs millions, yet most people don’t end up there by design. Ron Thurston wrote Retail Pride as an indispensable guide for every retail employee, manager, and multi-store leader looking to accelerate their potential and grow their career. It’s filled with straightforward, practical tips for developing your talents, connecting with customers, and building your leadership skills. Based on more than twenty-five years of Ron’s retail leadership experience, you’ll discover a sense of belonging in the words of someone who has been a champion for the industry and shares your journey. - Get your copy of Retail Pride - https://www.retailpride.com/  Reach out to Ron - https://www.instagram.com/retailpride/

Jacob Hawley is a stand up comedian and podcast host on BBC Sounds. When Jacob isn’t performing his live sets, he is the host of the Jacob Hawley On Drugs, Jacob Hawley on Love, Jacob Hawley Job Centre Podcasts on BBC Sounds and is know for the BBC Radio 4 show ‘Class Act’ on iPlayer.  Today, Jacob shares his story from Stevenage to Stand up, how to start in comedy, how comedians measure success, how working class is represented in comedy and how content creators are shifting the dial of the archetype of white working class men. We even get to hear Jacobs worst stand up horror story.  Disclaimer – a virtual room of a scotsman and comedian leads to explicit language throughout this conversation. That aside, I really hope you enjoy this episode full of gags.  Please follow Jacob Hawley on Instagram @jacobhawley - https://www.instagram.com/jacobhawley/

Josh Bridgman is IFBB Pro Bodybuilder, Youtuber, Content Creator, Coach and Business Owner at 1MR. Josh has documented his journey to become a IFBB Pro for almost a decade. He has outlaid his quest over various social media platforms encompassing a joint following of over 100k followers/subscribers. Recently, Josh won his Pro Card enabling him to  compete at the elitist level of bodybuilding taking him one step closer to competing and winning in Mr Olympia. In this episode, expect to learn “how to turn pro” in any realm. We speak about the behaviours, actions, attitudes, changes, sacrifices and manifestations professionals embody. Josh reflects on his journey using it to demonstrate the differences between an amateur and professional. Also, expect to learn what a career in professional bodybuilding looks like and the rewards that come along with competing. Thanks Josh for coming on!

Brian J Esposito is a founder, serial entrepreneur, board member, public speaker and Linkedin influencer. He is the Founder/CEO of Esposito Intellectual Enterprises (EIE). Brian, based in San Diego, has appeared on 30+ podcasts to speak about his 150 Joint Ventures, 65+ holdings and the 25 countries that he operates in. Brian has created an ecosystem that allows entrepreneurs to bring their curiosity, idea or business to life by leveraging Brian’s panel of 29,000 connections and his business infrastructure in the most sustainable and mutually beneficial way. Brian’s career spans two decades in the manufacturing, distribution, retail, beauty, restaurant, commercial real estate, liquor, music, maritime, aviation, med tech, education security and fashion industries. He learned to code and created multiple successful businesses at a very young age including the world’s first e-commerce platform within the beauty industry. He appears on the podcast to talk about his spectacular failures, hardships and the lessons that hold hands with navigating challenge. He brings his wealth of business acumen and a unique insight into running multiple business simultaneously. He also outlays how we as individuals can monetise our personal network. Thanks Brian for stopping by! You can find Brian on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianjesposito/