U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 2, Episode 3

Jay Hall | I Used To Be...The Walking Dead

Dean James interviews Jay Hall about the lead up to the release of his first novel, "The Last First Date". Jay was diagnosed with a condition that doctors said should have killed him years ago. He lived with this (unknowingly) for 8 years, until his health finally deteriorated to a life threatening point. Jay was running a successful business that grew very large and very fast, and the stress of running a business of that size, and lack of enjoyment forced a stop to his life as he knew it. Jay tells Dean about his transition to getting back to health and back to doing all of things that bring him joy; writing, podcasting and running a large-scale Halloween event. Jay's first novel, "The Last First Date" is available now.

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Have look at Jay's Halloween Event in Winnipeg: Fear Wpg

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U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 2, Episode 2

Maria Roney | I Used To Be...In An Abusive Relationship

Dean James interviews Maria Roney about her harrowing and traumatic experience of being in an abusive marriage for more than 20 years, and how she is now living her dream life by the beach with love, joy and peace, doing what she loves. Maria speaks so openly and honestly about some of her experiences, including her daily practices and coping strategies from her PTSD. Maria's story is a true display of strength, resilience and survival. Her inspiring transition from surviving being a victim of domestic abuse, into supporting other women is truly remarkable! Maria is a Healer, Intuitive Guide and Teacher, supporting women who are ready to transmute the pain of the past to awaken their divine feminine power, and experience true freedom, joy and abundance. She wants you to know that if she can do it, so can you!

Maria is offering a Freebie to all U2BDC listeners! Click Below to claim yours...

Unlock Happiness - Maria Roney

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If you are affected by any of the themes explored in this episode, and are in need of further help & support, please see the links below:

Books:

Too Good To Leave, Too Bad To Stay, by Mira Kirshenbaum

Broken To Brilliant Book Series

Domestic Abuse: UK Charities

Women's Aid

Refuge

Victim Support

LGBT+ Victim Support

Support for Male Victims

Australian Charities

Broken To Brilliant

1800Respect

Services: Australia

White Ribbon

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U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 2, Episode 1

Daniel Dow | I Used To Be...A Tradie

Dean James interviews Daniel Dow about his successful transition from being 'on the tools', to performing stunts in some of Hollywood's biggest movies. Daniel was a floor-layer. An honest, reliable living, which he enjoyed. But he was always striving for something more. He always had big ambitions, a fearless nature and a command over his body in multi-disciplines. In this episode we hear about how Daniel trained hard in his spare time to become a stuntman. H was given his first opportunities by an old neighbour who became an incredible mentor, role-model and friend, and how he now performs next to the likes of Tom Cruise, Bruce Willis, Benedict Cumberbatch, Woody Harrelson and Pierce Brosnan to name but a few.

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To follow Daniel's mammoth property development project, Click Here.

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U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 11

Ryan Curtis | I Used To Be...A Mummy's Boy

Dean James interviews Ryan Curtis about the sad death of his mother, Ann. Ryan speaks openly about the kind of Mum Ann was, the beautiful close relationship they shared, and the devastating end that he experienced when she was diagnosed with cancer and given 6 months to live. Ryan used to be a Mummy's Boy, but is continuing to be a Mummy's Boy (just in spiritual form) by carrying the torch of his Mum's spirit forward. Listen as he explains to Dean, how he coped with the end-of-life phase, and how he is coping with life now, without his Mum.

Ryan is running the London Marathon on Sunday 27th April 2025. He is raising money for St Francis Hospice, who cared for his Mum at her end-of-life phase and who has given his family crucial support throughout this difficult time. If you can spare a few quid, please sponsor him here:

SPONSOR RYAN'S LONDON MARATHON RUN FOR ST FRANCIS HOSPICE

If you are affected by any of the themes explored in this episode, and are in need of further help & support, please see the links below:

Sue Ryder - Grief Support

Cruse Bereavement Care

Samaritans

Cancer Research - Coping with Cancer

Mind - Support and Self Care for Bereavement

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U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 10

Colin Ross Waterson | I Used To Be...A Dancer

Dean James interviews Colin Ross Waterson about his epic career as a professional dancer. Colin used to be one of the 'original' male swans in Matthew Bourne's 'Swan Lake'; one of the longest running and most successful dance shows of all time. Being an original cast member, Colin tells his incredible story of moving to London to train at 16 and all of the mentors and role models that helped him along the way. Colin transitioned from dance to music composition, and is now a successful full-time composer with a back catalogue of bangers as well as a couple of exciting musicals in the pipeline. Listen to how Colin identity as a dancer has carried him through his career transition.

Follow Colin and listen to his projects here:

Colin's Website

If you are a dancer thinking of changing career, get support here:

Dancer's Career Development

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U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 9

Jill Kaufman | I Used To Be...A Stay At Home Mum

Dean James interviews Jill Kaufman about her time as a stay at home Mum. Jill had three children and was a stay at home Mum for 9 years. During this time, Jill describes how unhappy she was, losing part of her identity and losing the joy from life. What followed was a difficult divorce and a brave re-entry back to training and education. Now Jill has a successful career, using all of her experiences to help support and guide others. Jill is a qualified therapist, a divorce coach and mediator, a trainer and coach in parenting, an author and much more! Check out her work below...

Jill's Website

Separation and Divorce Community

8 Free Guidelines for Separation and Divorce

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U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 8

Reese Sabatini-Blake | I Used To Be...Paralysed

Dean James interviews Reese Sabatini-Blake about her experience of becoming hemiplegic, meaning she was paralysed on one side of her body. Reese went in for a brain surgery, aiming to reduce the quantity and intensity of her seizures, however after having a stroke on the operating table, she woke up having been paralysed on her left side. Reese was told she would never be able to walk again, unaided. However she discusses with Dean how, through sheer determination and an understanding of the science behind neuroplasticity, she was able to get back to 99% of fully-able movement. Reese is a best-selling author and holistic mental health professional, using all of her past experiences of adversity to tell her story and help others through he work.

To find out more about Reese's work Click Here

To order Reese's books on recovering from hemiplegia Click Here

For Reese's book outlining her methods of practices as a mental health practitioner Click Here

If you need information or support about any of the themes explored in this episode, please follow the links below:

What is Hemiplegia

The Brain Charity

Living with Hemiplegia

What is Neuroplasticity

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U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 7

Ange de Lumiere | I Used To Be...A Lawyer

Dean James interviews Ange de Lumiere who speaks about changing her career later on in life, and realising at that point how much she identified with being a lawyer. The struggle of changing a career and navigating your way through new challenges and life experiences can be difficult. Ange has managed to find a way to reconcile and celebrate her old identity as a lawyer, and bring all of those lessons and experiences into the new version of herself with true balance!

If you need information or support about any of the themes explored in this episode, please follow the links below:

Career Consultants

NFP

Career Shifters

Short Video

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U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 6

Amir Sardari | I Used To Be...A People Pleaser

Dean James interviews Amir Sardari as he reflects on his behaviours of constantly playing the role of a 'people pleaser'. For Amir, 'people pleasing' unknowingly allowed him to cultivate unhealthy, toxic relationships. Amir speaks very honestly about his journey of un-learning these bad habits and unhealthy behaviours that no longer served him, and re-learning how to act in a way that was truly authentic and served his happiness.

If you need information or support about any of the themes explored in this episode, please follow the links below:

Alopecia Areata

People Pleasing Behaviour

Changing People Pleasing Behaviours

Mindfulness

Cognitive Dissonance

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U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 1, Episode 5

Chavier Lowe | I Used To Be...Obese

Dean James interviews Chavier Lowe as he shares his incredible story of transforming his body, his health, his fitness and his life by losing a huge amount of weight after finding himself morbidly obese weighing over 100kg. Chavier speaks about his motivations to get healthy, and some of the personal struggles he experienced when he realised his health and fitness had gotten out of hand. He also shares some practical tips to help us all on our fitness journey!

Here are some links which may able to provide help and support if you or someone you know is going through some of the issues explored in this episode.

NHS Lose Weight

Coach Greg - mentioned by Chavier

Sean Fitzness - mentioned by Chavier

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