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Brush Wizards Podcast

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by Gary Proctor

26 episodes

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Powered by Brewers Decorator Centres. The Brush Wizards Podcast connects UK painters and decorators through real conversations, events and trade partnerships. Hosted by Gary Proctor, the show brings together decorators, merchants, brands and industry leaders to explore the trade, business, mindset and community behind painting and decorating. If you paint for a living, this is where you stay connected to what’s happening in the trade. Join the Brush Wizards Network: https://brushwizards.co.uk/join

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July 14, 2026

Ep26 - How Steven Macfarlane Built a 12-Person Decorating Business in Just 2½ Years

After serving in the Army, working in recruitment and running his own gym, Steven Macfarlane found his passion in painting and decorating. Just two and a half years later, he's built a thriving decorating business with a team of 12 decorators, specialising in heritage restoration, spraying and high-end residential projects.In this episode we discuss:• Building and growing a decorating business • Heritage restoration and listed buildings • Airless spraying and modern decorating techniques • Pricing confidently and profitably • Managing a growing team • Cash flow and client payments • Mental health in the decorating trade • Living with bipolar disorder • Creating a supportive culture for your team • Steven's incredible fundraising challenge for The Lost City ProjectThe conversation finishes with a powerful discussion about mental health in construction and why simply checking in on someone can make a bigger difference than you realise.If you'd like to support Steven as he takes on Everest Base Camp, Mera Peak, Lobuche East and Island Peak, raising money for The Lost City Project, you can donate here:<a href="https://www.justgiving.com/page/steve-macfarlane-3?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL">https://www.justgiving.com/page/steve-macfarlane-3?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL</a>If you enjoy the podcast, please follow the show and leave a rating. It really helps us reach more painters, decorators and tradespeople across the UK.

July 7, 2026

Ep25 - Why We Think, Feel and React the Way We Do | Jackie Cooper

What if many of the challenges you face today actually started in childhood?In this episode, I sit down with Jackie Cooper to explore how our early experiences shape the way we think, feel and behave as adults.We discuss limiting beliefs, emotional health, relationships, people pleasing, boundaries, personal transformation and why understanding yourself is the first step towards lasting change.We also talk about something rarely discussed in the decorating trade: andropause, testosterone and men's hormonal health.If you've ever wondered why you react the way you do or felt like you're repeating the same patterns, this conversation is well worth a listen.Topics include:• Childhood conditioning • Limiting beliefs • Emotional resilience • Relationships • Self awareness • Energy and transformation • Andropause • Testosterone • Mental wellbeingChapters00:00 Introduction 02:52 Childhood conditioning 06:05 Perfectionism 08:56 People pleasing 11:56 Parenting styles 15:04 Growth mindset 18:08 Personal transformation 21:07 Relationships 25:11 Breaking unhealthy patterns 30:58 Healing the inner child 33:11 Self care 35:45 Andropause and testosterone<a href="https://coopertransformations.co.uk/">Home - Cooper Transformations</a>

June 30, 2026

Ep24 - Is There More to Life Than Work? | Aaron Griffin

What gives life meaning?In this episode I sit down with decorator Aaron Griffin for one of the most thought provoking conversations we've ever had on the Brush Wizards Podcast.We talk about Aaron's journey from youth worker to decorator, adopting children, finding purpose beyond work, community, faith, Christianity, mental wellbeing and why it's healthy to ask the biggest questions in life.This isn't about telling anyone what to believe.It's about having respectful conversations around subjects many of us rarely discuss.Whether you're a person of faith, a sceptic or somewhere in between, I hope this episode gets you thinking. Chapters:00:00 Introduction 03:30 Aaron's journey into decorating 09:00 Rookie decorating mistakes 20:00 Podcasts and lifelong learning 22:00 How faith shapes Aaron's life 31:00 Finding purpose beyond decorating 39:00 Life after death and big questions 42:00 Manifestation and scepticism 48:00 Christianity explained 55:00 Building community through Brush Wizards 57:00 Final thoughts

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What is Brush Wizards Podcast?: Powered by Brewers Decorator Centres.

The Brush Wizards Podcast connects UK painters and decorators through real conversations, events and trade partnerships.

Hosted by Gary Proctor, the show brings together decorators, merchants, brands and industry leaders to explore the trade, business, mindset and community behind painting and decorating.

If you paint for a living, this is where you stay connected to what’s happening in the trade.

Join the Brush Wizards Network: https://brushwizards.co.uk/join
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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