Purposeful conversations: Ben Veal and Sarah Moon share intimate conversations with very special guests from across the globe, covering their personal, moving and honest life journeys and the lessons learned along the way.
Good Journeys with Second Mountain
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65 episodes
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Purposeful conversations: Ben Veal and Sarah Moon share intimate conversations with very special guests from across the globe, covering their personal, moving and honest life journeys and the lessons learned along the way.
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Recent Episodes
July 21, 2026
Klaire Alexander: I Turned The WORST Day Of My Life Into A New Beginning
<p>What happens when your life changes in an instant?</p><p>In this episode of Good Journeys with Ben Veal and Sarah Moon, we sit down with Klaire Alexander to hear one of the most inspiring stories we've ever shared.A successful Chartered Mechanical Engineer, ultra-marathon runner and mum of four, Klaire was cycling to work in July 2023 when a devastating road traffic collision left her with a severe traumatic brain injury. </p><p>She was placed into a coma at the scene and airlifted to hospital by the incredible Wiltshire & Bath Air Ambulance Charity.Against the odds, Klaire has rebuilt her life with remarkable resilience, honesty and humour.Today, she lives with epilepsy and the lasting effects of her injuries, has retrained in brewing, performs stand-up comedy with the mantra "If life knocks you down, stand-up!" and has raised more than £14,000 for the Air Ambulance that helped save her life.</p><p>In this conversation we discuss:</p><p>- Klaire's life before the accident</p><p>- Surviving a traumatic brain injury</p><p>- Recovery, epilepsy and learning to adapt</p><p>- Becoming a stand-up comedian after tragedy</p><p>- Motherhood and resilience</p><p>- Raising thousands for Wiltshire & Bath Air Ambulance</p><p>- What it really means to start over</p><p>This is a conversation about resilience, perspective, finding purpose after unimaginable hardship and discovering that laughter really can be part of healing.</p>
July 7, 2026
Pete Wharmby On Autism, ADHD, Neurodiversity and Why UK Schools Are Failing Children
<p>Why are so many autistic children struggling in mainstream education? What needs to change in the UK's school system? And how can parents, teachers and policymakers create environments where neurodivergent children can truly thrive?In this episode of Good Journeys with Ben Veal and Sarah Moon, we're joined by autistic author, former English teacher and neurodiversity campaigner Pete Wharmby to discuss his latest book, Different Minds: How We Can Help Our Autistic School Children Thrive.Pete shares his own experiences of autism, reflects on the challenges facing SEND provision in UK schools, and explains why understanding autistic children, not trying to CHANGE them, is the key to creating a better education system.In this conversation we discuss:Autism and late diagnosisThe SEND crisis in UK educationWhy autistic children struggle in mainstream schoolsWhat teachers and parents need to knowHow education can become more inclusiveThe journey and purpose behind Pete's new book, Different MindsWhether you're a parent, teacher, school leader, policymaker or simply interested in neurodiversity, this episode offers thoughtful insights into one of the biggest challenges facing education today.Learn more about Pete Wharmby's work:https://petewharmby.com</p>
June 23, 2026
Matt Tennant, The Soul Compass: Finding Your Purpose, Burnout and Self-Discovery
<p>In this inspiring episode of Good Journeys, Ben Veal and Sarah Moon sit down with Matt Tennant, founder of The Soul Compass, to explore what it truly means to live a purpose-driven, soul-led life.After experiencing anxiety, burnout and a growing sense that the life he was living no longer reflected who he really was, Matt embarked on a journey of self-discovery that transformed both his life and the lives of the people he now helps.In this conversation, Matt shares how reconnecting with your intuition, embracing your authentic self and finding your deeper purpose can lead to greater clarity, fulfilment and resilience.In this episode, we discuss:- Matt's personal journey through anxiety, burnout and transformation- How to recognise when you've become disconnected from yourself- The difference between your inner purpose and your outer purpose- Practical ways to reconnect with yourself in a busy, distracted world- Why nature plays such an important role in healing and gaining clarity- How Soul Plan Readings help people uncover their gifts, challenges and life purpose- Advice for anyone facing a major life, career or relationship crossroads- Why living a soul-led life is more accessible than many people realise.Whether you're searching for more meaning, recovering from burnout, exploring spirituality or simply wondering if there's more to life than the daily grind, this conversation offers practical wisdom and gentle encouragement to help you navigate your own journey.To book YOUR Soul Plan Reading with Matt, visit www.thesoulcompass.co.uk and use promo code GOODJOURNEYS for an exclusive discount offer.</p>
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