Life throws challenges our way—but what if those challenges are the key to our greatest strengths? How to be an icon is a podcast dedicated to transforming adversity into power. Each episode dives into real stories of resilience, expert insights on mental toughness, and practical strategies to help you rise above setbacks. Whether you’re facing personal struggles, professional roadblocks, or simply looking for inspiration, this podcast will equip you with the mindset and tools to not just survive, but thrive.
Tune in, embrace the struggle, and turn your pain into power. 💪🎙️
Strength in the Storm - Two diagnoses, One Unbreakable Spirit: The Story of Becca Barnes
Host interviews Becca Barnes, who shares her experiences navigating her son's rare genetic disorder and her own breast cancer diagnosis, highlighting resilience and finding strength during adversity.
22 Sept 2025
Catfished: Loving a Lie – The Ashley Scot Hawkins Story
Ashley Scot Hawkins recounts his experience being catfished, detailing the emotional and financial manipulation he endured, and shares his journey of recovery and resilience in an interview.
8 Sept 2025
Silenced No More: Amy Wright's PMDD Story of Strength and Self Healing
Advocate Amy Wright shares her powerful PMDD journey of self-healing and challenging medical dismissal, offering hope and validation for complex health challenges.
25 Aug 2025
Part 2 with Stacey Beecham: Soul Purpose, Universal Guidance & The Power of Receiving
Host [Host Name] interviews Psychic Mentor and Energy Alchemist Stacey Beecham about discovering soul purpose, universal guidance, and the power of receiving abundance.
18 Aug 2025
Part 1: Unlocking the Psychic Within: Stacey Beecham on Intuition, Energy & Spiritual Growth
Host [Host Name] interviews Psychic Mentor Stacey Beecham about unlocking intuition, past lives, and spiritual growth to break free from negative patterns.
4 Aug 2025
The Death of a Life You Knew - Lee Howes on Divorce, Grief and Becoming Whole Again
Lee Howes discusses the multifaceted grief of divorce, the loss of his grandfather, and his journey through therapy toward emotional vulnerability and reclaiming his life in this interview.
21 Jul 2025
The Weight of Comparison - Tom Graves on Disability and Inner Strength
Athlete Tom Graves discusses overcoming the pressure of comparison and embracing self-acceptance despite societal expectations and physical limitations in this interview.
7 Jul 2025
Unworthy of Love – Alex Devereux on Self-Doubt, Relationships & Fear of Failure
Alex Devereux reveals how feelings of unworthiness sabotage relationships and shares lessons on setting boundaries and overcoming the fear of failure in this interview.
23 Jun 2025
Letting Go & Living for Yourself – Annie Blake on Self-Worth & Breaking Free from People-Pleasing
Annie Blake discusses how betrayal and abandonment impacted her self-esteem, leading to people-pleasing tendencies and anxiety, ultimately learning to prioritize her own well-being and set boundaries in this interview episode.
9 Jun 2025
A Year from Hell – Ashley Sheen on Turning Pain into Strength
Ashley Sheen recounts his experiences with health issues, relationship challenges, and family crises, emphasizing the importance of opening up and seeking help during difficult times in this interview.
26 May 2025
No Fear, No Regrets – Matt Addis on Life After a Brain Tumour Diagnosis
Matt Addis shares his transformative journey of facing a brain tumor diagnosis in his early twenties, embracing a fearless approach to life, and inspiring listeners to seize the present moment in this interview.
12 May 2025
Answers from a Life Coach – Finding Happiness & Accepting What We Can’t Change with Austen Moore
What does it really take to build a fulfilling life? How do we navigate setbacks, find happiness, and push through life’s toughest moments? In this episode, we sit down with Austen Moore, a renowned life and business coach, to get real, actionable insights on personal growth, resilience, and success.
Austen shares powerful mindset shifts, practical strategies for overcoming challenges, and how to align your life with what truly matters. We discuss topics such as:
Overcoming anxiety and why so many of us feel stuck in cycles of worry.
Why we don’t know ourselves enough and how self-awareness leads to lasting happiness.
Dealing with stress, overwhelm, anger, and other negative emotions in a healthy, productive way.
How to accept the things we can’t change and find peace in uncertainty.
Austen also opens up about a debilitating injury he suffered during a Thai kickboxing fight—a sport in which he holds a black belt. He shares how this life-altering moment forced him to redefine success, let go of what he couldn’t control, and rebuild his life with a new purpose.
This episode is packed with wisdom, real-life experience, and the tools you need to navigate life's toughest challenges. Tune in for an inspiring, thought-provoking conversation with the fearless and pragmatic Austen Moore.
If you would like to connect with Austen, you can find him through his website: austenmoore.com
28 Apr 2025
Love, Loss, and Debt – Michelle O’Toole’s Journey Through Grief
Losing a loved one is never easy, but what happens when grief is tangled with anger, betrayal, and financial hardship? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Michelle O’Toole, who faced the heartbreaking loss of her father—only to discover the crushing debt he left behind. As she navigated the emotional weight of grief, Michelle also had to confront the unexpected financial burden, forcing her to balance mourning with survival.
She opens up about the complex emotions of loving someone while resenting the choices they made, how she found strength in the chaos, and the ways she learned to heal and move forward. This raw and honest conversation explores the messy realities of loss, the impact of financial stress on grief, and the resilience it takes to rebuild.
If you’ve ever struggled with complicated feelings after losing a loved one, this episode is for you.
If you want to connect with Michelle, you can find her on Instagram: @shell_otoole_photography or @otooles.on.tour
Useful links:
https://www.cruse.org.uk/understanding-grief/
https://www.gov.uk/debt-advice
https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/loans/debt-help-plan/
14 Apr 2025
Ultra Endurance Cyclist, Robbie Ferri - Riding the highs and lows of life
In this episode, we sit down with ultra-endurance cyclist and world record holder Robbie Ferri, who has conquered more countries on two wheels than anyone before him, having broken two world records. Robbie takes us inside the thrilling, gruelling, and sometimes terrifying world of ultra-distance cycling, sharing stories from the road—moments of pure exhilaration, near disasters, and the mental battles that come with pushing the human body to its limits and the lows experienced after the 'high' of an ultra endurance event.
Beyond the physical challenges, Robbie opens up about his personal struggles with anxiety and depression, revealing how the solitude of the road can be both a place of healing and hardship. We explore the mindset required to keep going when everything tells you to stop, the importance of mental resilience, and how cycling became both an escape and a salvation. He offers ways in how to deal with challenges when everything feels out of control.
Join us for an inspiring and raw conversation about endurance, mental health, and the pursuit of something bigger than ourselves.
If you want to connect with Robbie you can find him on Instagram: @ridingwithrobbie
31 Mar 2025
The Money Laundering Trap - Ellora Howard
In this pilot episode, I sit down with Ellora to discuss how she found herself struggling financially while studying at university. She thought she had found the perfect side gig - easy money for minimal work. But what seemed like a lucky break quickly turned into a nightmare as she realised she was caught in the web of a money laundering scheme.
In this gripping episode Ellora opens up about how she unknowingly fell for the deception, the moment she realised she was in too deep and the consequences that followed.
She shares the lessons learned, the impact it had on her life and what others should look out for to avoid falling into the same trap.
If you'd like to connect with Ellora you can find her on Instagram @elloraadventures or TikTok: @ellorahoward
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