What's Your Stori?

Meet Charlotte Lewis, a confidence coach, theatre director, and communication expert, who helps people speak with power and presence. With a rich background in theatre and a thriving coaching business, Charlotte shares how her early love for storytelling and direction evolved into a passion for helping others unlock their voice and confidence.Episode Highlights:Charlotte’s journey from stage director to confidence coachThe power of understanding your personal “Dharma” or purposeWhy nerves are natural—and how to manage them with practical techniques (clench your glutes!)Why introverts make some of the best communicatorsWhether you’re terrified of public speaking or simply looking to refine your message, Charlotte brings clarity, warmth, and wisdom to the conversation along with actionable advice anyone can use! We think you'll love her!

Robyn Griffiths, an inspiring academic and musician who now serves as a lecturer and program manager at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD).

From wild childhood days touring Europe with his parents' band to diving into academia later in life, Robyn shares his compelling journey through music, grief, growth, and ultimately finding purpose in empowering students. He opens up about leadership that truly cares, building practical educational programs, encouraging authenticity in a digital world, and his creative fusion of business and art. Robyn’s story is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and the power of helping others find their path.

Summary of the Conversation:

• Robyn discusses growing up in a musical household and how his parents’ punk background shaped his creative identity.

• His winding journey through nursing aspirations, leadership roles in business, and eventual transition to academia.

• The challenges and opportunities in higher education today, especially post-Covid and amid digital transformation.

• The importance of authentic leadership, encouraging talent, and the human side of business education.

• His creation of “CollabX” to connect creative and business students at UWTSD through practical, real-world projects.

• Reflections on motivation, recognition in the workplace, and how a simple “pat on the back” can go further than financial rewards.

In this inspiring episode of What’s Your Stori?, we sat down with Swansea legend Kev Johns MBE. A performer, broadcaster, and voice of the Jack Army.

Kev shares his journey through faith, comedy, and community.

He opens up about:

This is a story of resilience, purpose, and the impact of laughter.

James welcomes business coach and Sales Academy founder, Adam Brooks for a conversation that explores the highs, lows, and turning points of a truly unconventional career.

From confronting authority in childhood to managing offender rehabilitation at 21, Adam reflects on the moments that shaped his approach to coaching, leadership, and life. He shares insights on building trust and why purposeful conversations are the foundation of real transformation.

🎧 What you'll learn:

• The power of meeting people where they are

• Coaching vs. consulting & everything inbetween

• Why pubs are underrated community hubs

• How to raise your energy and show up strong

In this new episode, James sits down with Becca Brooks – scientist, teacher, coach, and mum – for a raw and powerful conversation about identity, resilience, and finding your footing through life’s toughest moments.

Meet Phil Jones—former Royal Marine Commando, cold water immersion expert, and founder of SO FIT, a company dedicated to helping businesses build resilience and unlock peak performance through well-being.

💥 Top 3 Moments:

1. Phil reflects on his decade in the Royal Marines, the elite training that shaped his mindset, and the difficult transition into civilian life.
2. After battling PTSD, Phil discovered the power of cold water immersion and now leads research-backed programs that help others—especially veterans—manage mental health.
3. Through SO FIT, Phil works with organisations to create high-performance cultures by prioritising employee well-being, stress management, and resilience training.

💬 "Everyone deserves to feel good in their own skin" — Jamie Stedman

In this episode of What’s Your Stori?, we sit down with Jamie Stedman, owner of Fitter Body Ladies, a thriving women-only fitness community in South Wales. Jamie opens up about his journey from pushing trolleys at Tesco to building a successful business dedicated to empowering women through fitness.

💪 Jamie shares how he built a welcoming, non-intimidating space where women can regain confidence, improve their health, and prioritise themselves.

🎯 Top 3 Takeaways:

1. Exercise at Your Own Pace – You don’t need to “get fit” before you start. The key is consistency and showing up in a supportive environment.

2. Community Over Competition – Building a healthy lifestyle is easier (and more fun) when you’re part of a like-minded group that cheers you on.

3. Focus on Progress, Not Perfection – Small sustainable changes lead to big results, especially when you're kind to yourself in the process.

   
   

📲 Connect with Jamie:Instagram: @fblllanelliFacebook: Fitter Body Ladies Llanelli

In this episode, we sit down with Mel Evans, a seasoned customer experience expert and voice of the customer advocate, to uncover the secrets of building meaningful customer relationships.

From the power of active listening to strategies that transform customer feedback into business growth, Mel shares invaluable insights that everyone should hear.

🔹 How can businesses create a customer-first culture?

🔹 What are the biggest mistakes companies make in customer service?

🔹 How can you turn negative feedback into a competitive advantage?

Tune in to hear Mel’s expert take on these questions and more!

📩 Connect with Mel Evans:

🌐 insight6.com

🔎 Mel Evans, The Voice of the Customer

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Don’t miss out on stories that can reshape your approach to business and leadership!

This time, the tables are turned! James Owen, the usual host of What's Your Stori?, steps into the guest seat to share his journey—from dreams of becoming a sports teacher to running a successful video production company.

🔥 From navigating the rough world of sales and unexpected career pivots to discovering his passion for filmmaking, James opens up about the moments that shaped his path.

🎥 Now, as the Managing Director of Stori Cymru, he's built a business that brings powerful stories to life through film. But the road to success wasn't always smooth...

Tune in for an episode packed with career twists, lessons in faith, and the hustle of building a creative business from the ground up!

In this episode of "What’s Your Stori?", host James Owen meets Llanelli’s very own croissant craftsman—Ben Conde, executive pastry chef and founder of the new Saint Hugo Bakery.From law graduate to Bake Off: The Professionals contestant, Ben shares his journey into the world of fine pastry, shaped by years of experience in Michelin-starred kitchens across London, Paris, and beyond. His obsession with flavour, precision, and high-quality ingredients shines through as he explains the craft behind every pastry at his new bakery in the heart of Llanelli.We explore everything from his French influences and the story behind the Saintt Hugo name, to how he's bringing world-class patisserie to West Wales—and why passion, people, and perfectionism are at the heart of his work.🥐 Follow Ben’s journey at Saint Hugo Bakery or on Instagram @sainthugobakery