The 'Getting To Grips With' Podcast

For Episode 20 I was joined by James Dowler

James is a breathwork specialist and teaches people how to use the breath as a vehicle for healing and optimising their physical and mental health.

James suffered from chronic fatigue & chronic pain and then discovered meditation to help alleviate it. Fast forward 6 months all his symptoms had gone after practicing more specifically with breath work. James took a leap of faith, left the ‘day job’ and now spends his time teaching people to harness the power of their breath to alleviate emotional issues, improve their physical health and connect them to a deeper, more spiritual part of themselves.

I leant so much myself in this episode and now see how we can use the breath as a skill. We did a deep dive on...

How we can all be breathing better.

How/Where to start our brrathwork journey.

How to breathe when exercising and sleeping.

Build a better relationship with the breath in general.

James is hosting two insta live sessions for free over on his instagram page @breathewithjames so go check that out! I did a session before the podcast and it was excellent. He has also launched his online courses over at www.breathewithjames.co.uk

Some of the books/topics we discussed were.

Conscious Connected Breathing Workshop

Sacred cow

https://www.sacredcow.info

James Nestor- Breathe -The New Science Of A Lost Art

Patrick McKeown - The Oxygen Advantage

Paul Chek @paul.chek

Dr Gabor Mate

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For Episode 19 I was joined by Ben Coomber. Ben Is one of the UK’s most well-respected nutritionist, coach, and educator in the health and fitness industry.

With years of experience under his belt, Ben is also

An author

Global speaker

Business owner

Writer for major Uk magazines

Father

Husband

and all round top bloke.

Not to mention He also runs a number 1 rated health & fitness podcast with almost 550 guests having been on the other end of the microphone.

We delve into so much from keeping nutrition simple, gyms reopening and the importance of systems as well as

finding balance, flow state and how to say ’no’.

I loved how Ben opened up and shared how he utilised a therapist not because there's a specific problem in his life right now but wants to grow as a human being and understand himself better.

How To Find Out More About Ben 

www.bencoomber.com

@bencoomber

Show Notes:

Book Mentioned - 'The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read' Phillipa Perry

Other Podcast 'Modern Wisdom' By Chris Williamson 

For episode 18 I was joined by Emelye Dwyer.

Emelye is a competitive CrossFit athlete oozing with energy , has a real love for life and is committed to helping others.

We chatted all things self esteem, growth mindset and realising our full potential. Emelye also bravely shared some of her past struggles and how she came to find her love for sport and fitness.

Theres loads of little life hacks and takeaways in here for you too help you be a little better than yesterday.

You can find out more about Emelye on her website

www.emelyewoofitness.com

For Episode 17 I was joined by Jessica Mary Robson who is the founder of Run Talk Run.

Run Talk Run exists to make both running and mental health support less intimidating, and more accessible.

Born out of her own mental health battles, Jess created this inspiring running community in late 2017. This has now grown rapidly and has her 'Run Talk Runners' meeting weekly for 5km's across over 85 locations worldwide.

We discuss the beauty of running, power of community and saying ‘yes’ to making your voice heard.

Find out more at www.runtalkrun.com and more about Jess at www.jessicamaryrobson.com

For episode 16  of the ‘Getting To Grips With’ Podcast I am joined by Nathan Arnold.

Nath is a former professional footballer having previously played for the likes of Grimsby Town, Cambridge United and Lincoln City.

He was part of the team that not only won the National League, but also became the first non-league team for over 100 years to reach the quarterfinals of the FA Cup in the 2016/2017 season.

But rest assured there is far more depth to this journey than just football. He is also founder of ’Nathan Arnold Coaching’ which mission is to make people feel seen and heard and pursue a life lived forwards but understood backwards.

We cover so much is this extended episode from transitioning out of professional football, visualisation, grief, loss, leaning with the heart  and living your true purpose.

You can find out more about Nathan over at....

Website

www.nathanarnoldcoaching.com

Instagram

@narnold20

For Episode 15 we have my first ever guest Luke Ambler back on the podcast for a Covid 19 special.

We delve into so much from slowing down, the art of patience, the testing of our values, hope, routines, love vs fear,  and 5g technology.

Luke is the man behind the incredible 'Andy's Man Club' and the #itsokaytotalk men's mental health movement. Once a former Ireland international rugby player he has also built multiple successful businesses in a variety of different fields from international public speaking, a coffee shop owner, and a journaling businesses. He has taken on ultra marathons, climbed Mount Kilimanjaro and is a full-time dad too. 

I  do hope with this conversation can benefit you during this tough time and help give you some comfort or clarity you may have needed.

Be sure to check out the ‘Get A Grip Music’ Playlist on Spotify with multiple genres, as well as guest's ‘Fire Up’ ‘Chill Out’ and 'Guilty Pleasure' playlist Selections.

(Just Search 'Get A Grip Music)

You can find out more about 'Andy's Man Club' here www.andysmanclub.co.uk

Mark is one of the UK’s top charting podcasters with his show 'Take Flight’ which is for those seeking higher levels of performance while inspiring people to make that leap of faith towards a passion and purpose driven life.

We sat down to talk all things podcasting, men’s mental health, therapy and taking action on passions projects.

With this episode I really wanted to inspire those who are thinking about starting thier own podcast.  Hopefully by the end of this episode you will be  equipped to take flight to broadcast yourself and your ideas to the world and have gained some knowledge what equipment you need and tips to get up and running. It really is not as complicated as you may think.

Big shout out to white city place and Sean the engineer for letting us use this amazing facility in the heart of London. You can record your first three episodes for free! Head on over to www.whitecityplace.com/podcast to find out more.

Some of the resources discussed in the podcast:

Books 

The Laws Of Human Nature- Robert Greene

The Five People You Meet In Heaven - Mitch Albom

Harry Potter Series

The Way Of The Peaceful Warrior - Dan Millman

Podcasts:

Aubery Marcus

Ed Mylett

Spotify Playlist Additions

Fire Up

DMX -X gunna give it to ya

Chill Out

John Mayor - In your atmosphere

Guilty Pleasure

Chris Bro - Your man aint me

For episode 13 I was joined by Cameron Parker (@camparkerhud)

Cam is traveling up and down the UK well in excess of 1000 miles a week delivering powerful messages in schools, colleges and universities with a mission to not only inspire as many people as he can but to provide content that can change lives.

In this episode, we discussed so much and his energy and passion for life really shone through and was he was certainly not afraid to get vulnerable.

There is honestly something for everyone in here and I had such a rollercoaster recording this one. From the laughing, singing and stone-cold silence as we went deep on his journey and past struggles.

We also spoke about the current education system and challenges we all face today in society, not just at school but how to be a good leader and build resilience for life itself.

He kept me on my toes and make me think about my own journey and goals with the podcast and made me question alot.

Some resources , things to check out that were mentioned in the show:

Book: Purpose by Ben Renshaw

Book: 'When The Body Says No’ Dr Gabor Mate

Be sure to check out the ‘Get A Grip Music’ Playlist on Spotify with multiple genres, as well as guest's ‘Fire Up’ ‘Chill Out’ and 'Guilty Pleasure' playlist Selections.

(Just Search 'Get A Grip Music on Spotify)

Cam’ Selections were….

Fire Up

J Rock - Win

Chill Out

Sam Cooke - Change is going to come

Guilty pleasure

S Club 7 - Reach

You can follow the Podcast and What Cam Is upto over at;

Instagram: @camparkerhud

Website: http://cameron-parker.com

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Instagram

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Host:

Tom Watson

@tomwatsonuk

website: www.tomjwatson.co.uk

For episode 12 I was joined by Hayley Millbank the CEO and Co-Founder of Cannadox a to discuss all things CBD Oil. 

This is something that has grown real momentum over the last year or so and we get to grips with an array of talking points under the cannabis oil umbrella Including;

What CBD oil is and how it differs from other strains.

Its benefits for our health and wellbeing

Its’ Application and variance in strengths

The legalities and research that surround it 

as well as I and The potential growth of CBD in the market place.

We also touch on Hayleys personal journey and how she came to starting a cannabis oil business in 2018, after leaving a previous career behind plus much much more. I also got a chance to go through some follower questions that were sent in. 

Show Notes

Books Mentioned:

Wild Power (Book) Alexandre Pope

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Wild-Power-Discover-Menstrual-Feminine/dp/1781807582/ref=sr_1_1?adgrpid=53585206536&gclid=Cj0KCQjws7TqBRDgARIsAAHLHP4ADM4ERISoEQot-HUwwnz0CGBNFlQJ7mft9L6ItO7tpHaYLFQSep0aAiYkEALw_wcB&hvadid=259101168176&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=1006661&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=e&hvrand=9521085523524760937&hvtargid=kwd-308912870605&hydadcr=24432_1816108&keywords=wild+power+alexandra+pope&qid=1565350275&s=gateway&sr=8-1

Podcasts Mentioned:

Dear Lovejoy 

Get A Grip Music:

Be sure to check out the ‘Get A Grip Music’ Playlist on Spotify which multiple genres and as well as guests ‘Fire Up’ ‘Chill Out’ and Guilty Pleasure Selections. (Just Search 'Get A Grip Music!)

You can follow the Podcast and Hayley/Cannadox at;

Instagram: @cannadox

Website: www.cannadoxshop.com

www.projectgetagrip.co.uk

Instagram

@projectgetagrip

Facebook

Project Get A Grip

Host

Tom Watson

@tomwatsonuk

website: www.tomjwatson.co.uk