The Be Braver Podcast brings experts and guests together to tell the stories of those who have found the courage to step outside their comfort zone and chase big seemingly unrealistic goals. So if you've ever thought about changing careers, learning a new skill or language, climbing a mountain or doing an extreme sporting challenge then sit tight and hear from those who've achieved those dreams. After all, Life is not a dress rehearsal.
The hosts are Annie Emmerson and Josie Perry. Annie went from party girl to international triathletes. She's a former world number one turned broadcaster and motivational speaker.
Dr Josephine(Josie) Perry is a former Communications Director who's become a Chartered Sport Psychologist and author and often found on the gymnastic's air track trying to master handsprings.
The Twin Episode - a Double Dose of Bravery with Charlotte and Annie Emmerson
We're ending the season with a special and unique guest. It Annie's twin sister Charlotte Emmerson.
We've heard a lot about Charlotte over the months here on the Be Braver Podcast. Well here she is to tell her own story and give her own thoughts on being braver. And there's a special guest appearance by her husband, the Game of Thrones actor, Iain Glen.
Charlotte is an actress with dozens and dozens of credits for stage, tv and radio. She's also had to deal with two signficant medical issues. Firstly being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis which requires daily medication. She also suffered a brain haemorrhage on stage in dress rehearsals for a play.
There's chat about being a twin and life growing up. And they discuss the different sorts of brave they've both displayed in their lives.
There's a wonderful insight into the life of an actress on the stage and the qualities required including her starring role alongside Val Kilmer.
Charlotte talks about her rheumatoid arthritis and her regular need to dig deep and show self-reliance and self-belief.
Thanks for all your support during this season. Please tell your friends about the podcast so we can keep bringing great guests to you. We'd love to hear from you. We're at @bebraverpod on instagram
We'll be back soon.
6 Aug 2026
How to get the most out of yourself - Dr. Josie Perry and Annie Emmerson
As season 3 nears the end Josie and Annie get together from their holidays to give their thoughts and advice on being braver and getting the most out of yourself.
Josie's message is to concentrate on what you can do and not what you can't to become more positive and confident. And Annie recalls how Josie had dealt so positively with her scoliosis issues.
They both talk about the people who are inspiring them at the moment. They include the Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn, who's battling brain cancer whilst competing at the highest level. And Sophie Woods who's just completed a 2000km run across the Alps in record time.
Josie gives her take on some of the theories that help you get the most out of yourself with Annie picking up on the phrase 'max out your motivation'.
We hope you enjoy the episode and we'd love you to spread the word and to follow us on insta @bebraverpod
30 Jul 2026
From Racing Bikes to Building Brands - Yanto Barker
Our guest today tells an extraordinary story in a conversation that took an unxpected twist.
Yanto Barker was a professional cyclist from Wales who competed in the Tour of Britain 6 times and made the 2006 Commonwealth Games.
In 2009 he developed a cycling clothing brand, Le Col, starting off at the back of the team bus before becoming one of the UK's top brands.
He's now turned his attention to another project. He's learnt coding and produced a training app called Engyne, an AI powered training and rewards platform.
Yanto speaks very openly and emotionally about his up-bringing and the difficult relationship with his father. He talks about the massive amount of self-reflection and therapy that he's done to ensure he has a great relationship with his own son.
Yanto is a deep-thinker and risk taker and throughout the podcast Josie was taking down some awesome quotes.
Thanks for listening. Please give us a follow on insta @bebraverpod
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