010 - Pirates, Prison & Survival: The Forgotten Story of the Chennai Six - Nick Dunn
Meet Nick Dunn – former British soldier and security contractor wrongfully imprisoned in India for 4 years. He shares his gripping story of survival, resilience, and hope under extreme conditions, the emotional toll of injustice, and the strength he drew from family and routine. Nick reveals lessons from his darkest moments and how he rebuilt his life after freedom, offering inspiration and practical advice for anyone facing adversity.
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009 - From Struggle to Strength: Oly Newton on Mental Health, OCD & Resilience - Oly Newton
Meet Oly Newton – mental health advocate, OCD survivor, and founder of Run for Your Mind. Oly shares his inspiring journey of overcoming personal struggles, helping thousands of young people and adults understand mental health, and creating community programs like ‘Run for Your Mind’. Oly shares practical strategies, inspiring stories, and actionable advice for checking in on friends, building resilience, and breaking the stigma around mental health.Check out:Run4YourMind - https://run4yourmind.com/Lights On - https://lightsonwellbeing.com/@run4yourmind
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008 - From Big Screen to Barefoot: Danny's Journey of Identity & Legacy - Danny Ligairi Badham
In this episode, Danny Ligairi opens up about his extraordinary journey - from surviving childhood challenges and finding his Fijian roots, to mentoring young athletes, building the Barefoot Project, and even working on Hollywood sets with Tom Hardy. He shares the lessons, struggles, and triumphs that shaped his life, offering insights on resilience, family, and creating opportunities for others.
Gina Atkinson is a UK veteran, endurance adventurer, and charity ambassador. In this episode, Gina shares her incredible journey from military service to extreme endurance challenges. We explore her experiences overcoming adversity, finding purpose through adventure, and supporting veterans and youth through charitable work. Gina opens up about resilience, mental health, and how pushing limits can inspire others.
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006 - How Jay Motty Turned Life Around: Sobriety, Football & Family Life - Jay Motty
Join Jay Motty as he shares his journey from addiction and denial to sobriety and self-discovery. In this podcast, expect both honest and candid conversations about overcoming challenges, lessons learned from recovery, the impact of family and football on his life, and the work he does alongside Stephen Inspiring, raw, and unfiltered, this episode offers insights for anyone seeking resilience, accountability, and personal growth.
The Stephen Howson Podcast brings you in-depth, no-nonsense conversations with elite athletes, soldiers, entrepreneurs, and people with extraordinary life stories. From the battlefield to the boardroom, from football pitches to wild adventures — Stephen uncovers what drives people to push limits, overcome challenges, and succeed. Expect raw honesty, tactical insights, and powerful stories you won’t hear anywhere else.
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