Could your money be at risk without you even realising it?In this episode, Aleksandra King speaks with financial crime expert Jessica Cath, Head of Financial Crime at Thistle Initiatives, about the rapidly evolving landscape of financial fraud and why awareness has become more important than ever.From increasingly sophisticated digital impersonation schemes to new ways illicit funds move through financial systems, Jessica explains how modern financial crime networks operate and why the UK has become one of the most targeted markets globally.This conversation explores how financial fraud tactics are evolving, why recovering lost funds can be extremely difficult, and what individuals should understand to better protect themselves.Disclaimer: Guest views are their own and not endorsed by Aleksandra King, Beyond with Aleksandra King, or its producers. This podcast is for entertainment and general information only and is not legal, financial, or forensic advice. Seek independent professional advice before acting on anything discussed.Watch the full episode to hear:• How modern financial fraud networks operate• Why the UK has become a major target• The warning signs people often miss• What to do quickly if access to your phone or banking apps is compromisedFull episode out now.#BeyondWithAleksandraKing#FinancialIntelligence#YourMoneyAtRisk#JessicaCath#TheNewFraudPlaybook

Fraud has a new playbook — and most people don’t know how it works.Financial crime expert Jessica Cath explains the tactics being used today.In this episode, Aleksandra King speaks with Jessica Cath, Head of Financial Crime at Thistle Initiatives, about the changing landscape of financial fraud and why awareness has become one of the most important forms of protection.From highly convincing digital impersonation schemes to emotionally manipulative relationship fraud, organised networks are constantly adapting the way they target individuals and businesses.Jessica explains why the UK has become one of the most targeted markets globally, how young people are sometimes drawn into illegal money-movement schemes, and why the first minutes after losing access to your phone or banking apps can be critical.In this conversation:• Why financial fraud is now one of the fastest-growing forms of crime globally• The tactics behind the “new fraud playbook” used by organised networks• Why recovering lost funds can be extremely difficult• How young people are recruited into money-movement schemes• What to do quickly if your phone or banking access is compromisedEven people who work professionally in financial crime prevention can still become victims.This episode explores how the landscape of fraud is changing — and what individuals and businesses should understand to better protect themselves.Disclaimer: Guest views are their own and not endorsed by Aleksandra King, Beyond with Aleksandra King, or its producers. This podcast is for entertainment and general information only and is not legal, financial, or forensic advice. Seek independent professional advice before acting on anything discussed.🔗 Watch more full episodes of Beyond with Aleksandra King here:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3iQHE-qteJING9jXVVuVUdDa-9qqer7J📲 Connect with Aleksandra:Media Producer → https://aleksandra.mediaInstagram → https://instagram.com/king.aleksandraLinkedIn → https://linkedin.com/in/aleksandraking🌐 Join Aleksandra’s Inner Circle → https://laylo.com/aleksandraking💌 Business inquiries → [email protected]#FinancialIntelligence #GlobalRisk #JessicaCath #BeyondWithAleksandraKing #AssetProtection #BusinessStrategy #LondonSafety #TechSecurity #DigitalForensics

What happens when the world defines you by a game you no longer want to play? Eniola Aluko spent years as the "only girl on the estate," fighting for a seat at a table that wasn't built for her. But her biggest battle wasn't against the boys on the pitch—it was against the fear of losing herself to the machine.

In this deeply personal conversation, Aleksandra King uncovers the raw, human cost of greatness and the terrifying moment Eniola decided to stop being a "talent" and start being a woman in control of her own destiny.

Disclaimer: Guest views are their own and not endorsed by Aleksandra King, Beyond the Boardroom, or its producers. This podcast is for entertainment and general information only and is not medical, mental health, legal, financial, business, or fitness advice. Seek independent professional advice before acting on anything discussed. No professional relationship is created by listening.

This isn't a business interview. This is a story about belonging, bravery, and the brutal honesty required to live a life on your own terms. Whether you're at the top of your game or struggling to find your start, this episode is a reminder that you are more than your "output."

What it Really Takes to Survive:

The Loneliness of the "Only": Growing up as the only girl in a man's world—and the scars it leaves behind.

The Death of a Dream: The grieving process no one talks about when you walk away from the career that defined you.

The Truth About "Fitting In": Why Eniola stopped trying to be liked and started focusing on being respected.

The Courage to Pivot: How to find your voice when the crowd stops cheering, and the stadium goes dark.

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“Willpower is only 5% of the equation. The other 95% is your biology.”

Disclaimer: Guest views are their own and not endorsed by Aleksandra King, Beyond the Boardroom, or its producers. This podcast is for entertainment and general information only and is not medical, mental health, legal, financial, business, or fitness advice. Seek independent professional advice before acting on anything discussed. No professional relationship is created by listening.

Jennifer Hanway—nutritionist to the Royal Family, CEOs, and Hollywood stars—joins Aleksandra King to explain why being "tired" should never be your normal. In this episode, we move past generic diet advice and into the biological reality of how your body burns fuel.

We explore:

• The Willpower Myth: Why cravings are a signal, not a character flaw.

• Metabolic Math: Why your metabolism isn't actually "slowing down" and how to protect your muscle tone.

• The 30g Rule: The simple secret to energy and skin longevity.

• Executive Stress: Protecting your energy after a day of high-stakes decision-making.

Stop fighting your body and start giving it the fuel to perform at your peak. Watch the full episode for the complete biological blueprint.

Beyond the Boardroom: Joshua Fletcher – A Psychotherapist’s Guide to Rewiring the Anxious Brain

What happens when a psychotherapist suffers from panic attacks so severe he can't leave the house?

In this fearless video podcast interview, Aleksandra sits down with Joshua Fletcher—better known as "Anxiety Josh"—to dismantle the toxic positivity of the wellness industry. As a leader in modern media, Aleksandra digs into the grit behind the glamour of "self-optimization."

From debilitating agoraphobia to becoming a best-selling author and the internet's most trusted voice on mental health, this vodcast cuts through the "breathe it away" noise to deliver hard science and radical honesty.

What You'll Learn:

Why "fixing" anxiety actually makes it worse
The "Stress Jug" analogy that explains burnout
The science behind Exposure Therapy (and why it works)
How to handle panic attacks on the Tube or in meetings
Why "Self-Optimization" culture is toxic.

For anyone who has ever felt their heart race and thought "I'm dying," or felt shame for not being "chill"—Josh proves you aren't broken. This isn’t just advice. It’s a talk show podcast about rewiring your brain when your body is screaming at you to run.

Takeaways:

Which moment hit home for you? Comment ‘Jug’ if your stress jug is full—or ‘Rewire’ if you’re ready to stop fighting yourself.

Full episode → Joshua Fletcher | Anxiety Josh

Is the "Deep State" suppressing evidence of interdimensional intelligence?

In this episode of Beyond the Boardroom, we move beyond "ghost stories" to conduct a forensic examination of the UFO phenomenon. Joining the show is award-winning researcher and psychic medium Philip Kinsella, who argues that what we call "aliens" may not be extraterrestrial at all—but interdimensional.

We dissect the biological nature of "The Greys," the mechanics of abduction through solid matter, and the geopolitical reasons why the Pentagon refuses to release crash retrieval data.

Discussion Points:

• The "Grey" Hypothesis: Are these entities actually soulless biological clones?

• Mechanism of Action: Analyzing the physics of the 1989 abduction case.

• Theology vs. Ufology: The connection between Gnostic "Archons" and modern UAP sightings.

• The Cover-Up: Why the economic establishment fears disclosure.

About The Host: Aleksandra King is a media personality and business leader known for her direct, analytical approach to complex subjects. Famous for prioritizing values over fame on The Apprentice UK, she now explores the psychology of power and resilience.

Jamie Roberts sits in the seat most founders fantasise about. He decides who gets the money.Jamie is Managing Partner and Chair of the Investment Committee at YFM Equity Partners. He sees around 1,500 opportunities a year and invests in roughly 1% of them.In this episode, of beyond the boardroom, Jamie and Aleksandra, pull back the curtain on how investors actually think, why “the default is no”, and what separates a business that gets funded from one that gets politely parked.We get into:1. Why investors back people over products, almost every time2. The fastest deal-killer: misrepresentation and broken trust3. The myth of investors “opening doors” — and what they actually expect you to do4. Risk, reward, and what “success” really looks like behind the scenes5. Negative money culture, and why it quietly limits ambitionFeedback, ego, and the difference between coachable founders and stalled onesIf you’re building a business, pitching investors, or you simply want to understand how money really moves, this one is for you.

Disclaimer: The views expressed by guests are their own and do not reflect those of Aleksandra, the podcast, or its producers. This podcast is for entertainment and general discussion only.

“I’ve never interviewed a psychopath before.”

In this episode, Aleksandra sits down with Lewis Raymond Taylor — the entrepreneur featured in Netflix’s The Psychopath Life Coach — for a rare, unsettling, and deeply intelligent conversation about psychopathy, responsibility, and choice.

Lewis was diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder. He speaks openly about growing up with violence, addiction, and chaos, serving multiple prison sentences, and living without fear, remorse, or emotional empathy. But this conversation isn’t about shock value — it’s about what happens when someone becomes self-aware enough to stop blaming the world and take control of their behaviour.

This episode explores what psychopathy actually is (and what it isn’t), why extreme traits don’t automatically lead to evil, and how logic, discipline, and education can redirect even the most destructive patterns. Lewis reflects on fatherhood, accountability, masculinity, and the uncomfortable truth that success doesn’t automatically bring fulfilment — especially when emotional connection is absent.

Aleksandra holds the space for a calm, unflinching conversation about power, restraint, and responsibility, asking the questions most people avoid and refusing to reduce complex psychology into headlines.

This is not a redemption fantasy.
It’s a conversation about wiring, awareness, and the decision to live differently.

In this episode, we explore:

• What it really means to be a psychopath

• The difference between emotional empathy and cognitive responsibility

• Violence, addiction, and the search for sensation

• Prison, punishment, and why rock bottom isn’t always transformative

• Education as a turning point, not a miracle cure

• Why success doesn’t equal fulfilment

• How extreme traits can be redirected rather than denied

A challenging, intelligent listen for anyone interested in human behaviour, masculinity, power, and the psychology behind reinvention.

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Beyond the Boardroom: Emma Taylor – The Public Speaking Hacks That Change Everything

What if public speaking wasn’t a talent you’re born with – but a skill you can learn faster than you think?

In this episode, former BBC Apprentice candidate Aleksandra sits down with actor-trained public speaking coach Emma Taylor, who has spent 21 years coaching everyone from MPs and CEOs to lawyers, chess champions and nervous parents at school events.

Emma breaks down exactly how to go from anxious, rambling and overlooked… to clear, confident and in control – whether you’re giving a wedding toast, a boardroom pitch or speaking up on a Zoom call.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why every speech is a “gift” – and how to make yours feel truly considered
• The biggest public speaking mistake people make (and how to fix it instantly)
• How to use eye contact to control the room – in person and on Zoom
• Simple techniques to cut filler words, calm nerves and stop your voice shaking
• How to structure a powerful 30–60 second contribution that people remember
• Real-world advice for wedding speeches, funeral eulogies and high-stakes keynotes

For anyone who’s ever gone blank in a meeting, dreaded unmuting on Zoom, or avoided opportunities because of nerves – this conversation shows you how to build a stronger speaking muscle at any age.

Takeaways:

Which tip are you going to try first – eye contact, breathing, or cutting the “ums” and “you knows”? Comment “SPEAK” if you’re ready to finally sort your public speaking out.

Full episode → Emma Taylor | Public Speaking Confidence

Beyond the Boardroom: Deborah Mitchell – Building a Beauty Empire from Bee Venom and Belief

What happens when a bullied, dyslexic girl from Shropshire turns her kitchen-table facial experiments into a world-renowned luxury skincare brand?

In this fearless video podcast interview, Aleksandra⁠ sits down with Deborah Mitchell—founder of Heaven Skincare—whose story has gone from heartbreak to royal treatment (literally).

From creating anti-aging formulas in a converted disabled toilet to being dubbed the “Bee Venom Queen” and treating Queen Camilla herself, this vodcast is a wild ride through grit, genius, and global ambition.

What You'll Learn:

What happened when her skincare formulas were stolenHow she built a multi-million pound brand with no investorsThe moment the palace came calling (and how she handled it)Why resilience beats perfection—and how to build yoursHow she got Victoria Beckham and Gwyneth Paltrow as fans.For anyone wondering if they're "too sensitive" to succeed, or "too late" to start—Deborah proves you're neither. This isn’t a fairy tale. It’s a talk show podcast about doing the impossible when no one believes in you yet. Especially when you’re a woman.

Takeaways:

Which moment hit home for you? Comment ‘Bee’ if you believe in second chances—or ‘Boss’ if you’re building your own.

Full episode → Deborah Mitchell | Heaven Skincare