In this episode, Julia speaks with Louise Camby, professional speaker and director of her family music business, about the power of legacy and creativity.

 Louise’s grandfather, Johnny Douglas, was a prolific composer who wrote the iconic music for The Railway Children and released over 500 albums in his lifetime.

See more about Johhny Douglas here 

Louise is now dedicated to keeping his legacy alive while also encouraging others to reflect on the legacy they themselves are creating, both personally and within their businesses. 

She shares about her current project: the upcoming release of a triple album (vinyl and CD) of Johnny Douglas’s much-loved 1980s Marvel animation scores.

Alongside her work, Louise is a Freeman of the Musicians’ Livery, and is passionate about creating opportunities for young musicians from low-income families to access lessons and nurture their talents. T

hough she plays violin herself, Louise’s focus today is on public speaking, empowering others, and continuing her family’s musical heritage.

This is a conversation about creativity, contribution, and the deep impact of legacy, one that resonates far beyond music.

You can find Louise on Linkedin - She is the only Louise Camby!

In this inspiring episode, Julia sits down with Giovanna Koyama, writer, performer, and associate founder at the fintech company Stellar Fusion. 

After seeing her captivating play Back to the Moon, which explores chasing dreams, facing fears, and discovering what truly matters, Julia talks with Giovanna about her journey into theatre, creativity, and entrepreneurship.

Giovanna shares how staying connected to her body through rituals, rhythms, and practices like jiu-jitsu helps her navigate both her artistic life and business world. She also opens up about the importance of being your own biggest supporter, learning to cheer for yourself through both the triumphs and the challenges.

This is a conversation about creativity, courage, and the power of listening to yourself as you chase your dreams.

In this episode, Julia speaks with Tess Sheehy, Training Manager for the Academy of Professional Celebrants, success coach, and thriving celebrant herself. 

Tess shares her deeply personal journey into celebrancy, which began after she delivered heartfelt eulogies for both of her parents, who passed away just six weeks apart.

Falling in love with the training, Tess went on to build a flourishing celebrancy business and now helps others step into this meaningful profession. 

She also shares the ethos of the Academy, founded by Stuart Logan, which is rooted in love, relationships, and genuine care for others.

The Academy of Professional Celebrants has become a leading, multi-award-winning training provider in the UK, dedicated to nurturing both the personal and professional success of every celebrant.

Here is their Website for you to see the depth of their many courses and trainings 

https://www.funeralcelebrantacademy.co.uk/

In this inspiring episode, Jamie Vidler shares his incredible journey into the world of ultra running, a path that has not only tested his physical endurance but also deepened his self-awareness and inner strength. 

As Jamie opens up about the vulnerability and growth that come with pushing beyond limits, he reflects on how running has become a tool for transformation and healing.

Jamie also speaks about his next challenge: a 250k, 5-day ultra marathon in Pembrokeshire (Sept 16–20), run collectively to raise awareness and funds for Big Moose, a charity providing free therapy for those in need. 

He shares how this annual event serves as a personal check-in, shaping his life and even inspiring him to train as a breathwork coach after last year’s race.

For more information on Jamie's ultra running, have a look here: 
https://www.justgiving.com/page/jamievidler

In this episode, Anadi James interviews me about my 60-year running journey, a passion that began when I was just six years old. 

I share how an innate love for running shaped my life, how at 15 I set my sights on running for England, and the moment I achieved that dream at 19.

We explore the highs and lows of competitive running, the lessons learned through setbacks, and the importance of enjoying the process rather than clinging too tightly to outcomes. 

It’s a conversation about perseverance, passion, and finding joy in the journey, knowing your what, why, and how… but being open about the when!

In this episode, I explore imposter syndrome, a psychological pattern where even high achievers struggle with persistent self-doubt, fear of being “found out,” and difficulty accepting their own successes.

I look at how this inner critic affects all areas of life, fueling perfectionism, overwork, and comparison, and how recognising that everyone experiences vulnerability can begin to free us.

Most importantly, I share practical ways to reconnect with your true self:
Treat yourself as you would someone you respect, admire, and love
 Recognise that you are not an imposter, you are growing into the fullest expression of you
Express yourself fully, because the world needs the one and only you

This is an invitation to step out of fear, silence the inner critic, and reclaim your confidence, resilience, and joy.

In this podcast I speak with Matt Shore, an extraordinary coach who has spent the last 17 years guiding people from all walks of life through physical challenges and achievements. 

With a background as a high-level sportsman in swimming, cycling, running, mountaineering, powerlifting and body sculpting, Matt’s approach is shaped not only by his deep experience but also by a finely tuned intuition developed through years of meditation.

For much of his life, Matt believed his body to be invincible. But in the last three years, a hernia and a hip issue challenged that belief, prompting a profound shift in his outlook. 

Drawing inspiration from Gabor Maté’s book When the Body Says No, Matt shares how this experience has sparked deeper self-reflection, a renewed focus on healing, and a richer philosophy on life, performance, and wellbeing.

https://www.coachingshore.co.uk/

www.peakexperienceuk.co.uk

Instagram accounts 

@coachingshore and @macebelltraininguk

In this episode, I’m joined by Jamie Jeffery, former international acrobatic gymnast and silver medalist at the 2019 European Games. Jamie shares his inspiring journey from elite-level sport to entrepreneurship, after the unexpected halt of the World Championships and a major injury during lockdown.

We talk about how rupturing his Achilles became a turning point, not just physically, but in reshaping his life and career. Jamie now runs a thriving coaching business rooted in working with the whole person, honouring mindset, identity, and personal growth just as much as physical performance.

He shares his coaching philosophy, what it means to truly support someone beyond their goals, and how challenge can become the gateway to deeper purpose.

You can find Jamie here at https://coachjamie.co.uk/about-coach-jamie/

This is his Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@Coach_Jamie/videos

Instagram _coach.jamie_

In this inspiring conversation, Julia speaks with Tim B’Vard — performer, former lawyer, and creator of The Bavard Bar — about a profound turning point in his life. 

After eight years of hosting his fabulous live show filled with play, passion, and community, Tim has stepped away to make space for recovery, reflection and whatever comes next.

He shares candidly about the unfolding of this new chapter, his decision to let go of a creative identity.

He also shares the deeper process of vulnerability sparked by a long-standing eye condition that has shaped his journey for decades.

This is a conversation about vision — literal and metaphorical — and the courage it takes to rest, reimagine, and begin again.

Julia Chi and Anadi James explore the power of perspective and how the lens through which we view the world is shaped by our own conditioning, beliefs, and lived experiences.

We often think we’re seeing reality "as it is," but in truth, we’re seeing it as we are. This conversation dives into how awareness of our personal paradigm opens the door to greater understanding, connection, and emotional freedom.

Together, Julia and Anadi share how true listening — fully hearing another without filtering their words through our own assumptions — is a transformative act. It allows us to cross the bridge into someone else’s world, expanding our own in the process.

By becoming more curious and less certain, and by embracing different perspectives, we create space for deeper connection, richer conversations, and a more peaceful inner life.