'Fear Less, Do More'

By 'Fear Less, Do More' with Square One Law

Welcome to ‘Fear Less, Do More’ the podcast where we dive into the minds of some extraordinary and fearless businesses and people. People who are challenging the status quo and who are helping to chan... more

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The podcast currently has 65 episodes available.

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May 15, 2025David Burdus on Turning a Spinal Injury into a Mission for Inclusive Design (S5:E3)
In this inspiring episode of ‘Fear Less, Do More’, host Gill Hunter speaks with David Burdus - inclusive design consultant, accessibility champion, and paratriking enthusiast. David shares his extraordinary journey from a life-changing spinal injury sustained in an accident.

David shares his extraordinary journey through an accident that left him with a from life-changing spinal injury to becoming a leading voice in disability inclusion, inclusive design, and accessible infrastructure. With humour, honesty, and deep expertise, he explores how inclusive design must be rooted in lived experience - and why true accessibility benefits everyone.

Highlights include:
David’s personal journey from spinal cord injury to inclusive design leadership
Challenges in disability rights before the Equality Act — and how far we’ve come
How inclusive thinking, co-production, and accessibility audits drive systemic change
The symbolic power of removing the steps at Number 10 Downing Street
The evolution of assistive technology and adaptive vehicles like the Martin Conquest trike
Inclusive design in the built environment and neurodiverse-friendly workplaces
David’s upcoming project ‘Whiskey Chasers’ — blending disability representation, travel, and whisky culture

Connect with David Burdus
https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-burdus-bsc-0b3a7812/?originalSubdomain=uk

Keep up to date with The Whisky Chasers
https://linktr.ee/thewhiskychasers?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

Find out more about your host Gill Hunter
https://squareonelaw.com/people/gill-hunter/

Find out more about Square One Law
https://squareonelaw.com/

Find out more about ‘Fear Less, Do More’
https://squareonelaw.com/insights/fear-less-do-more/

If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy this one
https://squareonelaw.com/s4e8-championing-the-north-east-fear-less-do-more-with-john-holmes/

This podcast was produced and recorded at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio🦩
https://www.flamingoheights.co.uk/
For any enquiries or feedback regarding this podcast, email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ with the subject 'PODCAST’.
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42min
May 08, 2025Alison Dunn on How a Four-Day Work Week Improved Retention at Citizens Advice (S5:E2)
In this brand new episode of ‘Fear Less, Do More’, host Gill Hunter is joined by Alison Dunn, CEO of the Society Matters Group (which incorporates Citizens Advice Gateshead), for a thought provoking conversation on the future of work and leadership.

Alison shares her insights on the evolving working landscape, and reflects on her journey from a legal career to her current CEO role. Alison’s unwavering dedication to equity, personal development, and creating opportunities for systemic change shines through as she continues to champion for positive transformation.

Highlights include:
Alison's transition from a legal career to becoming a charity CEO

Her leadership evolution from performance-driven management to a collaborative and supportive approach.

The successful implementation of a four-day working week at Citizens Advice, leading to improved staff retention and reduced absences.

Insights into Citizens Advice’s regional and national services and their impact.

What being an anti-racist organisation means including the challenges and benefits in becoming one.

The effects of online trolling and Alison’s advocacy for using platforms to drive social justice.

Connect with Alison Dunn on Linkedin
https://uk.linkedin.com/in/alisondunncag

Find out more about your host Gill Hunter
https://squareonelaw.com/people/gill-hunter/

Find out more about Square One Law
https://squareonelaw.com/

Find out more about ‘Fear Less, Do More’
https://squareonelaw.com/insights/fear-less-do-more/

This podcast was produced and recorded at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio🦩
https://www.flamingoheights.co.uk/

For any enquiries or feedback regarding this podcast, email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ with the subject 'PODCAST’.
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47min
May 02, 2025 Fear Less, Do More: Season 5 Trailer
Join host Gill Hunter, Managing Partner at Square One Law, as Fear Less, Do More returns for an inspiring fifth season. This season features 12 separate conversations with fearless guests who’ve broken barriers and redefined success in their fields.

From Big Brother winner-turned-mental health advocate Anthony Hutton to inclusive design consultant David Burdus, activist Catrina McHugh, and self-taught property developers Jack and Tom Atha, each guest shares powerful stories of resilience and innovation.

You’ll also meet trailblazers like Anna Gibson, who brought micro scooters to the UK, and inclusive fashion designer Victoria Jenkins, whose work is featured in Primark.

Perfect for entrepreneurs, professionals, and anyone seeking inspiration, this podcast delivers motivational insights, fresh perspectives, and bold stories to encourage us all to ‘fear less and do more.’

Find out more about your host Gill Hunter
https://squareonelaw.com/people/gill-hunter/

Find out more about Square One Law
https://squareonelaw.com/

Find out more about ‘Fear Less, Do More’
https://squareonelaw.com/insights/fear-less-do-more/

This podcast was produced and recorded at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio🦩

https://www.flamingoheights.co.uk/

For any enquiries or feedback regarding this podcast, email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ with the subject 'PODCAST’.
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3min
May 01, 2025Anthony Hutton on Big Brother Fame, Loss, and Building a Mental Health Movement (S5:E1)
In this compelling debut episode of our fifth season, host Gill Hunter chats with Anthony Hutton who opens up about his rise to fame as winner of ‘Big Brother’ back in 2005, and the blessings and challenges that followed.

Hear his story about life after the fame and money ran out and how training as a barber helped him discover his sense of purpose and ability to connect with men also suffering poor mental health and how his own struggles led him to become champion of men’s mental health with his ‘Never Throw In The Towel Project.’

Highlights include:
Anthony’s experience and drive to be on ‘Big Brother.’

His experience with the darker side of fame in the years after.

Struggles with finding a ‘normal’ job in the midst of financial troubles and battles with drugs and alcohol.

Rediscovering his purpose as a barber where men opened up about their struggles.

How the passing of Anthony’s grandma inspired him to set up ‘Never Throw In The Towel Project.’

Find Anthony Hutton here on Linkedin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-hutton-9b5440102?originalSubdomain=uk

Find out more about your host Gill Hunter

https://squareonelaw.com/people/gill-hunter/

Find out more about Square One Law

https://squareonelaw.com/

Find out more about ‘Fear Less, Do More’

https://squareonelaw.com/insights/fear-less-do-more/

This podcast was produced and recorded at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio🦩

https://www.flamingoheights.co.uk/

For any enquiries or feedback regarding this podcast, email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ with the subject 'PODCAST’.
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45min
January 30, 2025Empowered Steps: A Chat About Resilience and Innovation: Lyndsay Watterson (S4:E12)
In this episode of 'Fear Less, Do More', host Gill Hunter chats to Lyndsay Watterson, founder and CEO of Neo-Walk. After losing her leg in 2010, Lyndsay’s desire for a more personalised mobility aid led her to create Neo-Walk, an innovative company that creates stylish and empowering walking sticks. She shares her entrepreneurial journey, including the challenges and successes of expanding her business from a small kitchen operation to a global brand.

Highlights include:
The story behind how Neo-Walk was founded, with humble beginnings as a small business in York, and how it grew into an international brand, used by Hollywood celebrities.
Lyndsey’s perspectives on disability and how it makes her feel empowered, not different, allowing her to embrace doing things ‘a little bit differently’.
The unique opportunities and experiences Lyndsey has had, including pitching Neo-Walk on Dragons Den, performing at the London paralympics and starring in the Bad Education movie.
Lyndsay’s focus is on growing Neo-Walks presence within the US market, whilst also striving to take more time for herself and find balance and rejuvenation.
Lyndsay’s desire to pursue more creative hobbies, such as her pet cockatoo and upscaling furniture.

Find Lyndsay Watterson here on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndsay-mitcheson-a146b97a/?originalSubdomain=uk

Visit the website for Neo-Walk
https://www.neo-walk.com/

If you enjoyed this episode, you might also like this one here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7nCaDX8ZRmZZnvLUkwPjBa?si=n1yL3kvHQ_6lwDsANIQp_Q

Find out more about your host Gill Hunter
https://squareonelaw.com/people/gill-hunter/

Find out more about Square One Lawhttps://squareonelaw.com/

Find out more about ‘Fear Less, Do More’ 🤘https://squareonelaw.com/insights/fear-less-do-more/

This podcast was produced and recorded at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio 🦩
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39min
January 23, 2025 Beyond the Blueprint - Creating Places That Matter: Helen Taylor (S4:E11)
In this episode of ‘Fear Less, Do More’, host Gill Hunter sits down with Helen Taylor, architect and director at Scott Brownrigg, for an engaging and fascinating conversation about her inspirational journey in architecture and the evolution of the profession, particularly as a female architect. Helen reflects on the profound impact of the Grenfell inquiry and underscores the significance of balancing both form and function in order to create meaningful spaces within the built environment.
Highlights include:

How male-dominated the architecture profession was when Helen first began her career in the 1990s, and how it lacked diversity, particularly at senior levels.

The struggles Helen faced finding female role models and the adversity her mentors endured.

The evolving role of architects and how a shift to digital tools increased focus on compliance and collaboration.

The specific projects Helen has been involved in during her career and the impact they had on communities.

Helen’s advice to young people considering a career in architecture.
Find Helen Taylor here on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-taylor-4bb3a811/?originalSubdomain=uk
Visit the website for Scott Brownrigg
https://www.scottbrownrigg.com/
If you enjoyed this episode, you might also like this one here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4IKek3gwQxKwfoEpY1GbIc
Find out more about your host Gill Hunterhttps://squareonelaw.com/people/gill-hunter/
Find out more about Square One Lawhttps://squareonelaw.com/
Find out more about ‘Fear Less, Do More’ 🤘https://squareonelaw.com/insights/fear-less-do-more/
This podcast was produced and recorded at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio 🦩
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46min
January 16, 2025It’s All Adding Up: Jon Dudgeon and Dave Gibson (S4:E10)
In this episode of ‘Fear Less, Do More’, host Gill Hunter sits down with Jon Dudgeon and Dave Gibson from Blu Sky Chartered Accountants, who share how a chance meeting led to them establishing their accountancy firm, which has a unique approach to what is traditionally a conservative field. Jon and Dave share how their values of an open work culture has helped them to build strong relationships, as well as a distinctive and memorable brand.
Highlights include -
Jon and Dave’s backgrounds and how their approach has helped shape success
The importance of self control, consistency and a growth mindset when establishing and running a business.
Blu Sky’s focus on building strong relationships with their clients and empowering their team through an honest culture and remote working opportunities.
The firms focus on sustainability and ethical practices that led to them becoming a BCorp certified business.
Jon and Dave’s personal lives, hobbies and their secrets to maintaining a good work-life balance.
Find Jon Dudgeon here on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondudgeon/?originalSubdomain=uk
Find Dave Gibson here on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-gibson-236a0911/?originalSubdomain=uk
Visit the website for Blu Sky Chartered Accountants
https://blusky.co.uk/
Listen to ‘Two Pints of Lager and a Spreadsheet’
https://open.spotify.com/show/1kH9UhvOU4S96Mb0UzGQ6Z
If you enjoyed this episode, you might also like this one here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2c2V5upeK1Qaqri2WYosU7?si=Bc61x3LIRwai54AdsDp0nA
Find out more about your host Gill Hunterhttps://squareonelaw.com/people/gill-hunter/
Find out more about Square One Lawhttps://squareonelaw.com/
Find out more about ‘Fear Less, Do More’ 🤘https://squareonelaw.com/insights/fear-less-do-more/
This podcast was produced and recorded at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio🦩
...more
45min
January 09, 2025North East Seen: Alison Gwynn (S4:E9)
In this episode of ‘Fear Less, Do More’, host Gill Hunter has a fascinating conversation with Alison Gwynn, the Chief Executive of North East Screen. Alison shares the transformative impact of North East Screen and their dedication to develop, upskill and grow the film, television and digital industries of the North East. Alison also opens up about her fearless approach to leadership and her passion for leaving a lasting impact in the creative industry.

Highlights include:
A look into North East Screen, what they do and the doors they are opening, boosting production in the region from 2% to 90% over the last 7 years.
The significant growth of the North East film industry, driven by partnerships with major broadcasters such as the BBC.
Insights into both the successes and challenges of fostering a creative industry that is sustainable.
Alison’s career journey, and how her commercial mindset and ambition brought transformation to North East Screen.
Alison’s strong leadership style, approach to driving change and her dedication to nurturing young creatives in the region.
Find Alison here on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-gwynn-315915146/
Visit the website for North East Screen
https://northeastscreen.org/
If you enjoyed this episode, you might also like this one here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3VgAC6nYs5uAcojsUOB21M?si=5ROV-uaGTw6Vghr6M-j2ww
Find out more about your host Gill Hunterhttps://squareonelaw.com/people/gill-hunter/
Find out more about Square One Lawhttps://squareonelaw.com/
Find out more about ‘Fear Less, Do More’ 🤘https://squareonelaw.com/insights/fear-less-do-more/
This podcast was produced and recorded at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio🦩
...more
39min
December 12, 2024Championing the North East: John Holmes (S4:E8)
In this episode of ‘Fear Less, Do More’, host Gill Hunter sits down with John Holmes, Chairman of Bernicia, who shares stories from his extensive career which has stemmed from his passion and love for the North East. John discusses the challenges and successes of North East regeneration projects, his involvement in tourism and other initiatives and why he values a holistic approach to community development.

Highlights include:
John’s background of growing up in a tight-knit community and how that influenced his career and values.
His contributions to North East regenerations projects, such as Newcastle Quayside, and the challenges he faced.

His transition from a career as a chartered surveyor to embarking on a role within the Civil Service.

John’s role in the Civil Service and his experience of working with controversial Deputy Prime Minister, Michael Heseltine.
His extensive work in the social housing sector and Bernicia’s holistic approach to supporting communities.
John’s passion and involvement for promoting tourism and the North East’s assets.
His work at Durham Cathedral and managing its estates and properties.

Find John here on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-holmes-48060413/?originalSubdomain=uk

If you enjoyed this episode, you might also like this one here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7DisGBXbUewxkH4o2mA0g6?si=e8a9e818e6fa4364

Find out more about your host Gill Hunterhttps://squareonelaw.com/people/gill-hunter/

Find out more about Square One Lawhttps://squareonelaw.com/

Find out more about ‘Fear Less, Do More’ 🤘https://squareonelaw.com/insights/fear-less-do-more/

This podcast was produced and recorded at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio🦩
...more
43min
December 05, 2024Science, Startups, and Spinning Plates: Fozia Saleem (S4:E7)
In this episode of ‘Fear Less, Do More’, host Gill Hunter talks with scientist Dr Fozia Saleem about how her real-life research led to pursuing entrepreneurship and business.Fozia has experienced unique challenges in her corporate journey and has succeeded by leading her industry in a different way, and creating opportunities both for herself and the next generation of leaders.
Highlights Include:
How a sixth form biology teacher inspired Fozia’s career by bringing science to life and making it fun.

How a university professor was the catalyst for a career in industry, after seeing something in Fozia she didn’t see in herself.

How ambition to break through the glass ceiling in pharmaceuticals led Fozia to pursue a PhD

The challenges of graduating during a recession when big Pharma companies were making mass redundancies.

How being the only woman and person of colour in many corporate meeting rooms shaped Fozia’s personal values to become sure of herself and speak up loudly for others.

Confirming to a corporate stereotype early in her career by wearing greys and blacks and minimising herself to fit in

How using the support networks on offer and asking for help after graduating is a powerful tool, and isn’t a sign of weakness.

The journey from big Pharma to becoming a startup entrepreneur in the North East of England.

Her mission as Chief Executive of Magnitude to help companies fail fast, to increase the speed to market for new drugs.

How the job description in a startup goes out of the window and should read ‘carry on spinning plates’, a far cry from the rigid roles of working in a corporate setting.

Tackling the demands of juggling a busy startup and her own young family.
Find Fozia here on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-fozia-saleem-b7762718/
Visit the website for Magnitude Biosciences
https://magnitudebiosciences.com/team-members/dr-fozia-saleem/
If you enjoyed this episode, you might also like this one here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5IEbwJBHzt9erp7pARcGR4?si=ffwfvYWoQzuMLi7QsbrddQ
Find out more about your host Gill Hunterhttps://squareonelaw.com/people/gill-hunter/
Find out more about Square One Lawhttps://squareonelaw.com/
Find out more about ‘Fear Less, Do More’ 🤘https://squareonelaw.com/insights/fear-less-do-more/
This podcast was produced and recorded at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio🦩
...more
42min

FAQs about 'Fear Less, Do More':

How many episodes does 'Fear Less, Do More' have?

The podcast currently has 65 episodes available.