Soapbox The Podcast

Series 2, The Round Up... Lou and Sue take a look back at Series 2 recalling the highlights, surprises and key aways...  S2 Ep 1: What would happen if… Amanda Hamilton shares her international business story as the CEO of her own multinational business… Drink Me Chai.  S2 Ep2: Frankie Cohen: Just stand up - wellness advice for your life! Personal Trainer and Fitness Coach, offering one-to-one PT sessions and teaching group classes. S2 Ep 3: Meet Danny Eycott - a delightfully dyslexic film maker! As a filmmaker Danny runs two companies: Squid Shack Studios where he directs and produces short films and documentaries and Brand and Culture Videos where he helps businesses bring their brand story to life through the power of video. S2 Ep 4: Life would be empty without stress - Stress Management Coach Dr Emmanuel Akpe. S2 Ep5: Hayley King, a champion for Sickle Cell Disease and founder of Cianna’s Smile to raise awareness. Join us for this series's highlights and listen to other Soapbox conversations from wherever you get your podcasts. Don't forget to like, subscribe and share feedback in the comments section... Head to the Sound Bite Media website for other podcast services. If you'd like to be a guest yourself then please get in touch to share your soapbox perspective at [email protected] Soapbox The Podcast - ordinary people, extraordinary stories...

Cianna’s Smile offers support and education to families impacted by Sickle Cell in the UK. Our goals are to decrease isolation for those living with Sickle Cell, support families, and raise awareness of Sickle Cell and blood donation. Resources: NHS website guidance on Sickle Cell; website The Sun Who Cares Wins Nominee - Hayley King, Cianna's Smile, Reading Contact Hayley King; Website: https://www.ciannassmile.co.uk/ Email address: [email protected]  

What is the number one cause of stress in the world?  Biomedical scientist and global Stress Management Consultant Dr Emmanuel Akpe has over a decade of impactful experience in training and consultancy.  Mental Health UK’s 2024 Burnout Report, based on a YouGov poll of 2,060 adults, found that 20% of UK workers needed to take time off work in the last year due to experiencing high or extreme levels of pressure or stress whilst the Stress Management Society report research that 52% of all workers in the UK are battling burnout. Worrying stats. So what is the cost of stress to businesses and individuals? ...Is some stress necessary? ...and what can we all do about it? Join us as we explore the symptoms and triggers of chronic stress and talk stress management tactics with Dr Emmanuel.   Resources: Mental Health UK; website Stress Management Society; website Samaritans; website / Call 116 123 / Email [email protected]   Contact Dr Emmanuel; Website - https://tsmwellness.com/  Email - [email protected]  Instagram - @eakpe1    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/eakpe/           

Danny has over 20 years of experience crafting compelling and engaging content As a filmmaker Danny runs two companies:  Squid Shack Studios where he directs and produces short films, documentaries and working on completing our first narrative feature in 2025 🤞 The second company is called Brand and Culture Videos where he helps businesses bring their brand story to life through the power of video.

Frankie Cohen is a self employed Personal Trainer and Fitness Coach, offering one-to-one PT sessions and teaching group classes at Nuffield Health and Energie gyms, both based in Wokingham, Berkshire. Whilst teaching a variety of fitness classes her true passions lie in Spin and Pilates and sharing her love of health, fitness and the joy of movement with others. Super proud of her inspirational mum, who is still teaching fitness at nearly 70 years old, Frankie has followed in her mum’s footsteps, even running and managing her own boutique gym.   Ready to share her wealth of knowledge in all things health and fitness, Frankie is flying the flag for inclusivity, positivity and holding a fitness safespace for everyone at all fitness levels. Check out her instagram and facebook handles at Frankie_Atthegym.

Amanda Hamilton began working for the BBC, raising funds for drama productions, where she found her talent and passion for negotiating and cutting deals. Quitting her corporate job to start a business selling high-end teas from a Tuk-Tuk van at a railway station in South East London, she soon started experimenting in her kitchen with a blend of spices, after first trying Chai whilst backpacking across India.  Customers loved her recipe and she soon started selling to local coffee shop baristas, before moving onto supplying major supermarkets and high street coffee chains. Amanda expanded the business, eventually exporting her product to over 20 countries and becoming CEO of her own multinational business… Drink Me Chai. Now a business mentor, Amanda is inspiring a new generation of start-ups. Welcome Amanda Hamilton...  

Now that's a wrap for Series 1 of Soapbox The Podcast: Ordinary people, extraordinary stories! Lou and Sue reflect on the guests they interviewed for series 1 Hear from Team GB Bike Mechanic Max Dr Agatha about her perspectives on the NHS Amy talks about finding her passion to be a leading VA (Virtual Assistant) Tiffany describes what it's like to carve out an acting career Career consultant Yanmo explains the importance of understanding your values! Plus the two hosts share their memorable career moments that include penguins and flying a life-saving plane   Join us for the series highlights in this insightful episode and get in touch if you want to share your soapbox perspective: [email protected]  

Career expert Yanmo Adetula says she is on a mission to inspire others to take the next step on their career journey with confidence and courage. Yanmo works with people to become more influential and impactful which leads to more income for their chosen career. Yanmo discusses why so many people feel frustrated in the workplace, what holds us back from pursuing our ambitions and the main differences between men and women when it comes to careers. Author of 'Be the CEO of your own career' Yanmo explains why we should never settle for a job that doesn't match with our values.  As a straight talking woman of faith - Yanmo's SoapBox perspective will make you sit up and wonder why this advice isn't discussed more - don't miss it....    

Tiffany King would describe herself as a ‘theatre maker’ working as an actor, writer and director. 2022 was a turning point. She decided to quit her teaching job and apply to the prestigious and highly exclusive RADA (Royal Academy of Dramatic Art). She got her place and studied intensively for her MA all whilst juggling home-life, family and her own performing arts school business. What’s next for Tiffany - Broadway, TV, a Hollywood acting role? Come with us as we explore the exciting world of Show Biz!

Max is a leading bike mechanic for Tour de France and Team GB juniors. Working under pressure with tools, wit and expertise,  Max describes a high energy police chase and what goes on behind the scenes to make sure winners cross the line! Now he is about to launch his own business Denovovelo.com . Listen to Max for a down to earth chat about a sport that is inclusive and accessible to all!