This week my guest is Michael Smoak. He is a Coach and Content Creator. He shares practical fitness, habit and mindset advice to his 1 million+ following.

In this episode, we're diving into actionable steps to help you stick to your New Year's resolutions and improve your mind and body in 2025.

We discuss the powerful connection between physical health and professional performance, sharing actionable insights and habits for busy lives.

Michael shares the achievable small, consistent changes that lead to significant results, as well as the critical role of identity, mindset and accountability in achieving lasting wellness. 

We talk about how to conquer challenging times, how to improve your relationship with yourself, how to stack self-confidence and how to learn from your inner-child.

This episode was one of my favourites this year. It was a raw, no-BS and actionable approach to self improvement.

My guest is Braulio Estima, a 3 x ADCC renowned BJJ champion and Hall of Fame Athlete.

In this episode, I sit down with Stuart Trevor, the founder of AllSaints and his new label, STUART TREVOR.

We explore his Scottish upbringing and how the values instilled by the Mormon church shaped his fashion journey. Stuart shares insights on the importance of sustainability in today’s industry, the evolving perception of vintage clothing, and how he navigated challenges throughout his career.

Learn about what it takes to build a global brand, what it is like dressing Guns N Roses and how to know when to cash out of a behemoth brand.

Join us to discover his vision for the future of fashion and the role of creativity in building a successful brand.

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Graeme Carling is an Entrepreneur and Scotland's largest private landlord. He is the Chairman of The Carling Group.

In this week's upload, I am taking you behind-the-scenes of a Day in the Life of a podcaster. I work full time at a multi-billion pound consultancy firm and I spend weekends trying to make this podcast happen at the biggest and best level I can.

My guest is David Millar -a Men’s Work Coach, the Owner of Mantra Menswork and a Dad.

We delve into the evolving landscape of fatherhood, addressing what it truly means to be a dad today.

David discusses key responsibilities that define successful fathers and examines how these roles have changed across generations.

David shares personal challenges he faced when becoming a father and reflects on how this journey transformed his relationship with his own dad.

The conversation also touches on media portrayals of fathers and their impact on boys' perceptions of masculinity, as well as the need for community among modern men.

David explores accountability in personal growth and parenting, societal views on commitment, and whether boys today have the freedom to be themselves.

He shares his decision to homeschool his children, critiques traditional education systems, and discusses common challenges faced by men at his retreat, Mantra.

Finally, David highlights the unique support men's groups provide and shares transformative experiences from clients that underscore the importance of men's work. This episode encourages fathers to actively participate in redefining masculinity for future generations.

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In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with David Millar. David is a Men’s Work Coach and the owner of Mantra Menswork.

We explore the evolving landscape of fatherhood. We discuss what it truly means to be a dad today, delving into the key responsibilities that define successful fathers and how these roles have shifted across generations.

David shares his personal challenges in becoming a father and reflects on how this journey transformed his relationship with his own dad. We also examine the impact of media portrayals of fathers on boys' perceptions of masculinity and the vital need for community among modern men.

Throughout our conversation, David emphasizes accountability in personal growth and parenting, questioninghttps://www.instagram.com/davidmcintoshjr/ societal views on commitment and whether boys today have the freedom to express themselves fully. He discusses his decision to homeschool his children, critiques traditional education systems, and highlights common challenges faced by men at his retreat, Mantra.

Finally, we explore the unique support that men's groups provide and share transformative experiences from David's clients that underscore the importance of men's work. This episode encourages fathers to actively participate in redefining masculinity for future generations.

Connect with David: https://www.instagram.com/davidrossmillar/

Connect with Me: https://www.instagram.com/davidmcintoshjr/

This week guest is BBC Scotland's Act of the Year Bemz. Bemz. Bemz is a hip-artist, performer and a old friend.

In this candid conversation, Bemz shares insights on:

Big love to my mate Bemz for coming back on the show.

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This episode is sponsored by Handsome Jacks Finnieston. Get along for the cleanest haircut in Glasgow. Situated on Argyle Street - visit Handsome Jacks Finnieston.

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To celebrate hitting another year, I've gathered questions from across social media platforms to bring you an extended Q&A session.

I'll be tackling a wide range of topics, from personal insights to my podcasting journey, and everything in between.

Expect to learn about my relationship with alcohol, my dreams for the podcast, and what success means to me.

I'll share some behind-the-scenes stories from my recent Gymshark speaking gig and hanging out with Example.

You'll also hear my thoughts on work-life balance, my biggest struggles , and even who has. my favourite moustache.

We'll dive into the evolution of my podcasting goals, the biggest lessons I've learned along the way, and how I'm balancing growth with staying true to my vision.

I'll reflect on proud moments, challenges I've faced, and how my beliefs have been challenged over the past year.

For those curious about my comedy journey, I'll update you on my progress since that first Q&A where I promised to try stand-up.

You'll hear about my best and worst heckles, and which comedians inspire me most.

We'll also touch on some more serious topics, like current struggles, and what I'd tell my younger self if I could.

Plus, I'll share my thoughts on Chris Williamson, Jimmy Carr and other heroes of mine and reveal my dream podcast guests.

Thanks for the love! Hope you enjoy,

David x

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Nick Yarris is a speaker, writer and ex-death row inmate.

I had the privilege of sitting down with Nick Yarris in London. Nick spent 22 years on death row for a murder he didn't commit.

Nick is an author, motivational speaker, and the subject of the documentary film "Fear of 13," available on Netflix. He's also the inspiration for a play currently running in London, starring Adrien Brody.

At 21, after enduring a violent childhood, Nick found himself in a situation that led to his wrongful conviction and life sentence.

In the 1980s, prisons and guards were notoriously harsh to convicts of such crimes. Enforced silences, caged dog-fights, guard beatdowns, and "quality time" with psychopaths were commonplace.

Nick became the FBI's Most Wanted Man after a prison escape but soon turned himself back in.

He promised his mother he wouldn't waste his time on death row becoming embittered by his wrongful accusation.

Nick became both the kindest and most dangerous man on death row.

He taught himself to read in prison, becoming a student of language and religion. He wrote letters home to family, friends, and lawyers of other inmates.

His eloquent and powerful communication led him to become the first death row inmate to request DNA testing.

As a result, Nick was exonerated in 2004 after DNA technology proved his innocence.

Nick spent 22 years behind the toughest bars for another man's crime.

He was tortured mentally and physically for an act he did not commit.

Yet, Nick tells me, "Death row is like a fond memory to me. I am no longer disturbed by what happened to me."

Since his release, Nick has become an author, anti-death penalty activist, and inspiring public speaker.

He uses his pain as his purpose.

He uses his pain to connect.

Five years ago, after seeing Nick on Joe Rogan, I reached out before I started my podcast.

I thanked him, we connected, and we've been friends since.

His story isn't just about survival—it's about thriving against impossible odds and emerging triumphant from trauma.

This episode hits hard. Prepare for tears.

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In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Anna Machin, an evolutionary anthropologist at the University of Oxford and expert on the science of love.

Love - that mysterious, powerful force that has inspired countless works of art, literature, and music. But what exactly is love from a scientific perspective? Dr. Machin will help us unravel the evolutionary purpose of love and explain why it's critical to our survival as a species.We'll dive deep into the neurochemistry of love, exploring the roles of oxytocin, dopamine, and other hormones in forming and maintaining romantic relationships.

Dr. Machin will also shed light on how love differs across cultures and whether humans are truly designed for monogamy.