Chad is one of most talented creative's I have seen working in film, TV and advertising. To watch him light a scene, frame a shot as a DOP/Cinematographer, direct talent or even create an art piece. I sit and chat with someone whose work ethic is phenomenal and also love a decent cup of coffee.

Lyndon is an inspirational character who I have never seen without a smile on his face. Lyndon shares some recent dark times and mental challenges he has overcome along with his story of being a quadruple amputee, meningitis survivor, Olympic torch bearer and more. To say Lyndon doesn't sit and wait for life to approach him is an understatement.

Alan Stewart is a sled dog racer and that's just his hobby. As a man who worked as a deep sea diver, he resides in near Aviemore, in the Cairngorms in Scotland. Due to climate change it has become increasingly difficult to maintain his sled dog business during winter season, so this was his last time he opened his doors to the public.
Listen to Alan tell stories of himself as well as extreme friendships he has.

Musician Ant Francis band Bare Roots was born in the North East of England. Ant has been in bands, toured Europe, lived the life as a musician, song writing and event organising since a teenager and now is helping mentor young up and coming bands in the North East of England.
A great episode for music lovers as we cover the state of today's music industry and how it has changed through promotion, marketing and even production.

@barerootsband

Michael Owen is a storyteller. He has changed career focus, and is driven by passion and honesty with which he runs his companies. PR company Angelfish, clothing brand Always Wear Red and his personal blog 50Odd.
Listen to how Michael discuss his journey, reasons and philosophy of which he lives his life.

Aerospace, automotive and CGI specialist Richard Seymour is a renowned photographer and filmmaker in the advertising industry. He has worked internationally for clients such as Leica, Red Arrows, Thales and Porsche. He has been a sort of mentor to me throughout my career, since my early days assisting. Richard is very vocal and honest about his opinion within the industry and has a lot to say.

Paul Lancaster 'SuperConnector' is an award winning mentor and adviser for startups, content marketing and social media expert. Founder of Newcastle Startup Week, Plan Digital UK as well as Founders Friday inspiring and connecting local business owners and entrepreneurs. Paul's passion from DJ to business is unique and inspiring.
@lordlancaster

Dan has a long relationship with Portrait photographer Chris Owens. They came up together through the photography world and have a few stories to tell. Listen to Chris talk about taking over North East Times magazine, assisting Harry Borden, having image ideas stolen and social media hiatus.

@thisischrisjo
https://www.instagram.com/thisischrisjo/
http://christopherjamesowens.com

25 years in the Model Agency business, MD Lesley has had an interesting journey. Lesley speaks about being a women in business, but speaks about more personal issues. Being a born again Christian, family and her ex-husband who took his own life.
It's an emotional episode but we discuss some poignant issues.
@ttmmanagement
www.tyneteesmodels.co.uk

Streetwise Newcastle CEO Mandy Coppin has worked in youth culture for 30 years. Homeless from the age of 16 Mandy is motivated by rejection and hardships of life. Listen to Mandy talk about her experience working directly with today's young people on mental, sexual and social health issues, along with learning to fly because she was told she couldn't.

https://www.streetwisenorth.org.uk
www.facebook.com/streetwise.newcastle
@streetwise_newcastle