Learning As I Go

“Make everything easier for yourself, and be kinder to yourself”You might know Izzy Utterson as the “Glow Up Girl” and in this episode, you’ll hear the details behind Izzy’s glow up.After Izzy was diagnosed with psoriasis, and her mum was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, Izzy found herself struggling with binge drinking and eating during this challenging moment in her life. Izzy shares with Scott how she transformed her life by practising habit stacking, creating a positive mindset and following small, consistent steps that lead to a monumental glow up. Now she’s taking to TikTok to share her story and inspire others to do the same. 

How do you turn a small startup into a billion-pound company? Paul Richardson is here to tell you.Paul and Gymshark founders Ben Francis and Lewis Morgan, as well as former CEO Steve Hewitt, took a conversation they had in a gym and turned it into a “Unicorn Business” valued at a billion pounds. You’ll hear the raw and real challenges of scaling a business, the importance of laying a strong foundation, and the secrets behind Paul's success.Paul tells Scott about his early days in the waste industry to his pivotal role in Gymshark, and now his venture with Hera London. Paul shares invaluable insights that are not just about making money, but about integrity, leadership, and the courage to back yourself.

“All I ever wanted was to be loved”You might remember Malin from series two of Love Island, but you’ll be shocked by what she’s been through outside of the villa. Malin tells Scott how the loss of her mother and infant daughter Consy led her to battle with substance abuse, and how it was only made worse by an abusive relationship.You’ll hear how Malin discovered meditation on her path to healing, and how she emerged as an author, motivational speaker, and mental health advocate. You’ll be inspired by her strength and resilience. 

"It's the first time on a football pitch I've been at ease."You might know Troy Deeney for that Watford goal against Leicester, but did you know he started that year in prison?Troy shares with Scott how he’s been shaped by his troubled childhood, how his early success in football soon spiralled out of control, and how it all led to a pivotal prison sentence that changed his life.You’ll hear how Troy overcame his demons, battled addiction, and transformed his life through self-discovery. Now Troy is constantly working on his mission to inspire and educate, becoming an outspoken advocate for mental health and social change.Troy is a reminder that our past does not define us, but how we rise from it does.

“I'm just a bloke from Stoke and I like making music”You might know Wes Nelson from Love Island, or his number one song ABRACADABRA with Craig David. But did you know that he started out as a nuclear engineer?Wes tells Scott how he transcended his reality TV roots to become a chart-topping artist, collaborating with people like Craig David and French Montana. Despite his massive success, you’ll hear how Wes has struggled with his identity as an artist and dealt with the challenges of his public perception. Wes opens up about his struggles with imposter syndrome, how they’ve even led to panic attacks, and how hard work, talent, and the courage to redefine himself have helped Wes reach new heights.

"We sold 30 million records and yet we didn't get any money"Coleen Nolan was a performer from the age of two but has had anything but an easy journey. Coleen tells Scott how The Nolan Sisters went from singing in working men's clubs in Blackpool to getting escorted by the army in Japan; and how the payoff wasn’t what any of them expected.Coleen opens up about the challenges that she’s faced along the way, and how it wasn’t until her mid-fifties that she was able to feel in control of her own life.You’ll hear the effect cancer has had on Coleen's family, how the people around Coleen help her remain grounded, and the surprising thing that she looks forward to coming home to.

“Believe in yourself and have the right people around you”Imagine having your dream football career cut short at 20. That was the case for Bradley Simmonds. Since then, he’s used the discipline instilled from his early days at Chelsea to build a fitness empire. Bradley tells Scott about the resilience and business acumen that propelled him to the top, and how he transitioned from playing with Chelsea to training A-list celebrities like One Direction, the Spice Girls, and even top athletes.You’re going to hear Bradley’s unique fitness philosophy, his secret to balancing a high-flying career with a grounded lifestyle, and the pivotal moments that led him to work with major brands like GQ, Men's Health and Mercedes Benz.

“Our darkest times are sent to us so that we can level up.”Ferne McCann was desperate to become famous and found it in shows like TOWIE, Celebs Go Dating and I’m A Celebrity. Since then, Ferne has turned her life from a party girl to a wellness-focused entrepreneur and devoted mother.But change isn't always easy when you’re constantly in the spotlight, and she tells Scott about the real and raw challenges she’s faced. Including a particularly tough time while filming TOWIE. You’ll hear how Ferne has embraced wellness, and how she’s encouraging others to do the same. Plus Ferne shares why her secret formula for happiness includes sticking her feet in the ground.

“I need to stop doing this because I’m absolutely ruining myself”Imagine earning hundreds of thousands at 19 and touring the world before you hit 20. That’s the life of make-up megastar Mitchell Halliday. At just 25, Mitchell has turned his love for makeup into a multimillion-pound global empire, Made by Mitchell.However, Mitchell tells Scott how it hasn’t always been plain sailing, and how constant spending sprees almost took him to the point of ruin. Mitchell credits his team with helping him turn around his mindset to money. You’ll hear how a young lad from Bolton conquered the world of beauty to create TikTok's number-one-selling brand, and how for Mitchell success isn't just about the numbers.

“If I can get through that, then everything else is insignificant”Gemma Atkinson has been on a journey from soap star and pinup icon to a powerhouse of fitness and resilience. Gemma is on a mission to help everyone feel confident in their body. Gemma shares with Scott her secret to being physically and mentally strong, how she came to embrace strength and nutrition and how she finds time for her wellness while also juggling being an actress, influencer, and motherYou’ll hear how the sudden loss of her dad helped Gemma find the perspective she needs to stay grounded in a chaotic life.