I think people are amazing! Our world is full of everyday people doing amazing things each and every day. These people fascinate me! I want to learn from them, I want to be inspired by them and I want to share their stories.
The Everyday Amazing Podcast will do exactly that as I share inspirational stories from everyday people!
Some of these people you will know, some you won’t, but each new episode will seek to inform and inspire!
Conquering Cornwall’s 100-Mile Arc of Attrition With Matt Britton
In this episode of the Everyday Amazing podcast, we sit down with Matt Britton - an "everyday bloke just looking to challenge himself."
Matt shares his experience of taking on the 100-mile Arc of Attrition run, a gruelling ultramarathon along the rugged Cornish coast.
We delve into his motivations for undertaking such a challenge and the extensive planning and training that went into it. Matt discusses the physical and mental hurdles he faced and the psychological resilience required to keep going when the going got tough.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just interested in stories of personal endurance, this episode offers an insightful look into what it takes to push beyond your limits.
To learn more about the Arc of Attrition, visit https://arcofattrition.utmb.world/
25 May 2024
What Makes Parkrun Special? With Nathan Rutherford
Have you ever wondered how a simple act of volunteering can transform a community and lift your spirits? In episode five of the Everyday Amazing Podcast, we sit down with the Nathan Rutherford. As a passionate Parkrun volunteer, Nathan's story is a testament to the joy and camaraderie that comes from helping others achieve their goals.
Reflecting on volunteering at over 100 Parkruns, Nathan takes us behind the scenes of Parkrun where every Saturday morning, people of all ages and abilities gather to run, walk, and jog in a celebration of health and community spirit. From the vital role of run directors ensuring everyone's safe and informed, to the marshals cheering on participants, to the [x] funnel managers, Parkrun exemplifies inclusivity. With over 1,950 events taking place every Saturday across the globe, including an additional 400+ Junior Parkruns, it is a worldwide phenomenon only made possible by 1000s of volunteers.
Nathan's infectious enthusiasm for volunteering and the collective effort to ensure no one finishes last—literally and metaphorically—will leave you feeling uplifted and perhaps motivated to don that volunteer vest yourself or sign up to your very first Parkrun event!
To learn more about Parkrun, visit https://www.parkrun.org.uk/
13 May 2024
Finding the Balance - Workplace Wellbeing with Adam Aspbury
In episode four of the Everyday Amazing Podcast, I had the pleasure of being joined by physiologist and health coach, Adam Aspbury as we discussed the four pillars of workplace wellness – physical, psychological, financial and social.
From blue zones to step challenges to general chit-chat between meetings, we discover how our social connections enrich our emotional wellbeing and the interconnected relationship between our physical and psychological wellness.
We also examine the evolving landscape of hybrid work and its impact on our wellbeing, navigating the challenges of work-life balance and transitioning between office and remote settings.
Join us as we celebrate those who inspire us to embrace risks, pursue adventures, and chase our goals in this rapidly changing world.
30 Apr 2024
Beyond The Microphone with Thando Jacobs
In Episode Three of the Everyday Amazing Podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Thando Jacobs, a business analysis consultant and the host of the highly regarded Inside Business Analysis podcast. Six months after Thando welcomed me onto his podcast, it felt fitting to return the invitation and have him join me as one of my inaugural guests to learn more about the individual behind the microphone!
During our conversation, we delve into various topics including:
- Finding your authentic voice and the means to share it
- The significance of collaboration in content creation
- Stepping outside of our respective comfort zones to embrace new challenges
- Thando's vision for the future of Inside Business Analysis
- Our shared admiration for the G.O.A.T freestyle rapper, Harry Mack, and more!
16 Apr 2024
Resilience on the Run: James Weyman on Running the London Marathon
In 2011, business analyst and keen runner, James Weyman, collapsed with kidney failure just 800 metres from the finish line of the London Marathon.
On Sunday 21st April 2024, he'll be at the start line once again in search of closure some 13 years in the making.
But he won't be alone. Inspired by personal experiences, James will be running the marathon in Nina the Nurse - a giant foam costume and official mascot of the incredible WellChild charity, the national charity for sick children.
In episode two of the Everyday Amazing Podcast, James joins Simon Platt to discuss his motivations for this unique challenge and reflect on how his experiences from 2011 have inspired him to tackle the 26.2 miles once again.
To learn more about WellChild visit: https://lnkd.in/e_nybzDt (https://lnkd.in/e_nybzDt)
To sponsor James visit: https://lnkd.in/eVrFzHZP (https://lnkd.in/eVrFzHZP)
1 Apr 2024
Conquering Peaks and Personal Challenges with Corrine Thomas
Join me, Simon Platt, as I sit down Corrine Thomas, business analyst leader and keen mountain trekker, to recount her inspiring escapades through the Himalayas and conquest of Kilimanjaro's peak.
Throughout our conversation, you'll feel the crunch of snow underfoot and the thinning air of high altitudes as we unpack the multi-faceted journey of mountain trekking. Corrine shares how these experiences deepen bonds and forge lifelong friendships, while also touching on the altruistic efforts of Classroom in the Clouds, demonstrating how adventure can become intertwined with philanthropy.
We also reflect on the restorative power of the natural world on both our physical and mental well-being, and Corrine's insights into connecting with the environment and her own personal triumph over adversity.
1 Apr 2024
Conquering Peaks and Personal Challenges: Corrine Thomas on Trekking the Himalayas and Kilimanjaro
Join me, Simon Platt, as I sit down Corrine Thomas, business analyst leader and keen mountain trekker, to recount her inspiring escapades through the Himalayas and conquest of Kilimanjaro's peak.
Throughout our conversation, you'll feel the crunch of snow underfoot and the thinning air of high altitudes as we unpack the multi-faceted journey of mountain trekking. Corrine shares how these experiences deepen bonds and forge lifelong friendships, while also touching on the altruistic efforts of Classroom in the Clouds, demonstrating how adventure can become intertwined with philanthropy.
We also reflect on the restorative power of the natural world on both our physical and mental well-being, and Corrine's insights into connecting with the environment and her own personal triumph over adversity.
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