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Bianca Colclough's Empowering Journey: From Gambling Addiction to Creating a Supportive Community for Women

Bianca Colclough, the founder of This Girl community, has opened up about her own struggles with gambling addiction. Despite being unknown to many close to her, this addiction stemmed from years of sexual abuse by a family member and dealing with her parents' difficult divorce. She has also experienced her own divorce and two miscarriages.

In an effort to help other women share their own stories and overcome their traumas, Bianca now brings women together to build self-worth and businesses step by step. Her company offers consulting and networking to support wellness and development.

Bianca's gambling problem started small and quickly became unmanageable as she sought to escape her own reality. Her hope is that by sharing her story, others will be inspired to come forward and seek help in overcoming their own addictions.

No matter what the addiction may be - whether it's related to alcohol, food, drugs, sex, cleanliness, or gambling - asking for help is a courageous step towards healing. Remember that you are not alone on this journey, and there is great strength in seeking support.

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Empowering women in the boardroom and bedroom is what Emma Sayle, also known as the Queen Kitten, is all about. 

 In 2005, she founded her company with the intention of empowering women both in the boardroom and bedroom. Her wild experiences in Ibiza inspired her to create a safe space for singletons and couples alike to explore and embrace their sexuality. Recently, Sayle's company launched a new app called WeAreX, which aims to help change the lives of women through both in-person events and online platforms.

From sex parties to sex tech, Sayle is changing the narrative for women and promoting liberation and empowerment. Inspired by the popular TV show 'Sex and the City,' she has created a space where people can explore their fantasies in a safe and judgement-free environment, both online and offline. In Killing Kittens, women make the rules in the pursuit of female pleasure.

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Anton Ferdinand, a well-known footballer who played for West Ham United and is the younger brother of former Manchester United player Rio Ferdinand, became involved in one of the most significant racial cases in football history involving former Chelsea captain, John Terry. After speaking out about the incident, Anton faced severe backlash and only played another 13 games in the premier league before moving to Turkey to continue his career.

In November 2020, Anton shared his story in the BBC documentary "Football, Racism and Me," which has had a positive impact on many people. Anton is committed to guiding his son through the football world while also serving as an ambassador for Right to Play, an organisation that impacts the lives of young players.

He is passionate about helping young footballers avoid negative experiences and showcase their abilities on the pitch. Anton also educates aspiring footballers on financial literacy and raises awareness about mental health in the sport. His deep understanding of the pressures and scrutiny that come with being a Ferdinand motivates him to be a positive force for change.

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Kevin Lane has been called a gangster, a hitman, and a killer.  He was given a life sentence for a hitman murder committed in 1994. He spent 20 years in prison. 

He has always claimed that he was not the perpetrator of the crime, but his conviction has never been reversed. In his book 'Fitted Up and Fighting Back,' he documents his case and continues to protest innocence. 

In this interview, he speaks openly about his experience working for the criminal underworld and the violent life he led inside some of the UK's most dangerous prisons. 

Today, he claims to be a reformed man who uses his life experiences to steer young wannabe gangsters away from a life of crime. 

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Our guest this week on Second Chance is Leiona Townsend, whose vibrant personality shines through as she shares her experiences with us. Leiona provides her unique perspective on the Heathrow Drug gang scandal, in which baggage handlers smuggled £32 million worth of cocaine into the UK. It's clear that her past does not define her, and she is now an advocate for helping those in prison today.

Leiona has been incarcerated in half of the women's prisons in the UK, and she gives us a true insight into what it's really like behind a 'Bad Girl' image. Her story highlights the urgent need for reform in the way we approach women's prisons, both in the UK and globally. The basic needs of female prisoners are not being met, and the psychological effects are devastating. As part of my foundation work, we are currently researching 'Women in Prison', so please reach out if you would like to help us make a difference.

Leiona's story is truly captivating, and she encourages women to speak up and share their experiences. She is leading the way to help change the silence and fear of speaking out. Thank you, Leiona, for sharing your life and words with us.

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Tom Gaymor: An Extraordinary Man in Motorsport and Beyond

Tom's journey to success has been far from easy. Despite experiencing a career-ending injury that left him with a broken back, he persevered and fought back to the sport he loves. He has since shared his passion for Motorsport with the world through his exceptional broadcasting and commentating skills.

His injury has given him a unique perspective on the psychological challenges that drivers face. He has witnessed the injuries and deaths of his friends in the sport, making him acutely aware of the risks and consequences of speed and thrill-seeking.

Tom openly shares his moments of fear and panic when things don't go as planned, allowing us all to relate to the chaos and calmness of life. By trading his steering wheel for a microphone, he found a new passion and was able to rediscover the joy of living.

Tom is also an Ambassador for Divert London, a program that provides early intervention for young people in the criminal justice system, helping connect them with employment and training opportunities. He is spearheading a movement to break the stigma surrounding those who have been in the system and guide them towards brighter futures.

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In this episode, we share the inspiring story of Jessica Kent's Incredible Journey: Giving Birth in Prison, Overcoming Addiction, and Advocating for Change. Jessica Kent gave birth to her first child while serving a five-year sentence in an American prison for drug and firearm charges. After just a few days with her newborn, the authorities took the child away. But Jessica was determined to regain custody of her daughter. She overcame her drug addiction and won custody of her daughter, building a new life in the process.

Jessica's life has been full of challenges, from giving birth while chained to a bed in prison, battling alcoholism and drug addiction, to becoming an influential figure with over 2 million social media followers. Despite these obstacles, she has managed to turn her life around and become a role model for women who have been through similar struggles.

Jessica emphasises the importance of treating vulnerable individuals with respect and compassion. She uses her platform to raise awareness of issues within the prison system and advocates for change, including access to basic hygiene products and medical needs for inmates.

Jessica's story serves as a reminder of the need for change in the prison system. You can watch her full interview on the Second Chance Podcast's YouTube channel.

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On Second Chance Podcast Jack opens up about being perceived white, despite his father being black and his mother white. He shares the story of the first time he experienced racism and the offensive comments and remarks made in his presence, by those who did not know he was the son of a black man. His perspective of racism has made Jack determined to speak up and out about racism whenever he can.

He talks about the tough decision he made to step away from a promising football career to become a TV personality and a reality star on Love Island.  Jack was an Islander on Season 4 of Love Island and describes the show as a competitive game. 

Posting pictures on social media of a happy go lucky Jack for his fans, when in fact he was ill in hospital is the kind of pressure fame bestowed on him. His brush with death from a serious illness that lasted for months sent Jack on a spiral of depression as he sought answers.  He found a way out and the determination to live his life and inspire others. 

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This week we have a special new announcement for you.

Our podcast interviews will now be available on our youtube channel ‘Second Chance

Podcast’.

Ahead of its launch, myself, Kabir, our videographer, and Kim, our producer at Second

Chance, discussed filming our guest interviews and the value it adds to the show.

Thank You for listening and I hope you enjoy Second Chance Podcast and the guest

videos to come.

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Girl 1 has been given lifelong anonymity and so we can’t reveal her true identity.

She was one of a number of victims in the highly publicised Oxford Bullfinch case. She has chosen to share her story now to help other young people who may be in a similar situation. Police and social services let her down more than once and she is still picking up the pieces.

She talks to me about her own dysfunctional childhood and how she ended up in care homes from the age of twelve years old. How the care system was not an easy journey,  and why she looked for love and attention in all the wrong places, which was when she met the men that abused her. 

For 3 years she was trapped, punished physically, mentally, and emotionally. The seven men convicted for crimes against her, and the abuse of many other girls, were given long prison sentences, including life. 

But years on, and girl 1 is still looking for answers from the police and authorities she says let her down.

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