📸 In this episode, we sit down with legendary photographer Hugo Burnand for an honest conversation behind the lens. 👑 From royal moments to raw, personal stories, Hugo reflects on what photography has really meant in his life.

📰 Hugo Burnand has had a long-standing relationship with Condé Nast, particularly contributing to Tatler and House & Garden magazines. His impressive list of subjects includes Queen Elizabeth II 👑, Bill Clinton 🇺🇸, Mikhail Gorbachev 🌍, Baroness Margaret Thatcher 🏛️, Lucian Freud 🎨, Nigella Lawson 🍽️, Victoria Beckham 💃, and Michael Jackson 🎤.

🏅 In 2010, he was granted a Royal Warrant by Prince Charles, recognizing his exceptional contributions to royal photography. 💍 He photographed the wedding of Prince Charles and Camilla Parker-Bowles in 2005, and later, the 2011 wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton.

We cover:

• 🤝 What makes a truly great portrait

• 👀 How photographers can spot what others miss — and when to step back

• 📷 The emotional power of photography — and how it can help with depression

• 📰 The responsibility of truth in photojournalism, especially in the age of AI

• 🐎 Unexpected moments: from royal portraits to stampedes in the wild

• 🧠 Why beauty is deeper than appearance — and how to help people feel seen

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🎧 Listen, reflect, and let this episode open a new doorway for you.

🔥 Fireside chat 🔥

💫 3 things you get joy from:Food, family, dogs and horses.

🔮 One unusual thing that gives you pleasure:Dancing in the kitchen.

🎬 A favourite film / book / artist — that isn't obvious (and why):The biography of photographer Sally Mann

🧠 Best advice ever received:From his daughter: “Put a roll of film in your twin-lens camera and photograph how you feel.”

🌧️ How you get over a tough meeting, moment or period of time:By taking photographs that reflect my emotional state — a form of creative healing.

🪂 You can add 1 thing on your bucket list today, what is it?A round-the-world trip

🌍 The world works in a certain way today. What do you want to change about that?Introduce a national 10-month program for school leavers:

1. National service

2. A fine art foundation

3. Community service — to help create more balanced, empathetic citizens.

📢 You can send 1 message to people before you pass away. What would it be?“Respect your family photographs — they’re not just images, they’re emotional heirlooms.”

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Mentions:

Hugo Burnand, King Charles III, Queen Camilla, Victoria Beckham, Nigella Lawson, Margaret Thatcher, Aretha Franklin, Gabriel García Márquez, Lee Miller, Man Ray, Don McCullin, Winston Churchill, Cecil Beaton, Tatler, Vogue, Sally Mann, Kate Winslet, Hitler, Madge, Dame Edna, Richard Gere, Julia Roberts, Fergus Burnand, Lily Burnand, Una Burnand, Maya Burnand, The Mall, Buckingham Palace, Abbey, Australia, Sydney, Melbourne, Mara River, Panama, Dublin, Newmarket, Lambourn.

🎙️ Step inside the creative world of Lindsay Jill Roth — TV producer, author, and champion of meaningful stories.💡 From producing with Oprah to reshaping modern romance, Lindsay reveals how storytelling shapes everything.❤️ Learn how asking the right questions can build intimacy, confidence, and connection — on screen and in life.

🔑 Key Takeaways🎬 The Producer’s Lens: How Lindsay crafts powerful narratives across TV, books, and real life.🧠 Curiosity is a Superpower: Why asking bold questions opens doors — in love, work, and creativity.📖 Tools for Deeper Love: A peek into her book Romance and Practicalities — 250 questions that actually matter.🔥 No More Waiting: Why there’s never been a better time to start creating — and why your story is already enough.

📺 Lindsay Jill Roth is an award-winning producer behind original programming for NBC, BET, ESPN, Food Network, Billboard, The Masters, The Grammys, The TONYS & the US Open.

🎬 She produced Larry King Now and created Haylie Duff’s Real Girl’s Kitchen, and is also the author of What Pretty Girls Are Made Of.

📚 Her latest book, Romance and Practicalities, offers 250 intentional questions to cultivate deeper love and understanding.

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🔥 Fireside chat🔥:

🛍️Three things she gets joy from:🧒 Hearing her children laugh💇 Getting her hair blown dry☀️ Hot, warm weather

A mantra to embrace now:✨ "I choose happiness."

One unusual thing that gives you pleasure:📺 Watching Love Island

A favorite book, film, or artist that isn't obvious:🎭 Oscar Wilde (her favorite playwright)

Best advice ever received:💬 "You do you."

What you would do with a $50M budget to push a message/story:💖 Teach people how to have happy, healthy love — starting with themselves — in a beautiful place, with nourishing food, sunshine, family, friends, and of course, copies of her book.

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Mentions:

Lindsay Jill Roth, NBC, ESPN, The Grammys, Larry King, Ferrari, F1, Brad Pitt, Oprah, Charlie XCX, Pink Floyd, Damien Ard, Andrew Ross Sorkin, Chateau Miraval, Mival Studios, The Masters, The TONYS, The US Open, BET, Food Network, Billboard, Haylie Duff, Real Girl’s Kitchen, Tower Bridge, Substack, TikTok, Instagram, Susan Quilliam, Love Island, Oscar Wilde

🎧 In this episode, we sit down with veteran sports broadcaster Rupert Bell for a fascinating journey through four decades of covering everything from Wimbledon 🎾 to the Cheltenham Festival 🏇. Rupert shares how a childhood love of sport ❤️ turned into a lifelong career, the thrill of being behind the mic 🎙️ at world-class events, and what it’s really like reporting on royalty 👑 and interviewing those at the top of their game 🏆.

With stories that blend humor 😄, humility 🤝, and insight 💡, Rupert opens up about the changing media landscape 📺, the mindset of elite athletes 🧠, and why enjoying what you do matters more than ever ✨.

🎙️ Do What You LoveTurning passion into profession changes everything.

🏇 Stay AdaptableMedia evolves—those who last, evolve with it.

👑 Keep PerspectivePreparation and humility matter, no matter the stage.

🧠 Elite Athletes Win in the MindTop performers are defined by mental strength, not just talent.

🎙️ Rupert Bell is a veteran sports broadcaster with over 40 years of experience behind the mic. He’s covered iconic events like Wimbledon 🎾, the Cheltenham Festival 🏇, the Ryder Cup ⛳, and the FA Cup ⚽, bringing energy and insight to every moment. Known for his warm delivery and sharp storytelling, Rupert is also a respected royal correspondent 👑, with a growing following on YouTube. His career reflects a rare blend of passion, adaptability, and purpose.

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🔥 Most underrated role in media?Behind-the-scenes roles—technicians, producers, and support staff.

🔥 Three things that give you joy?

1. His children’s achievements

2. Aston Villa doing well

3. Waking up ready to enjoy life

🔥 One unusual thing that gives you pleasure?Growing cucumbers

🔥 Favourite film, book, or artist that isn’t obvious?Black-and-white classics with Cary Grant, Audrey Hepburn, and Humphrey Bogart; music by Supertramp

🔥 One event you haven’t covered but would love to?The Olympics—being on site for the full two weeks

🔥 One athlete you’d love to have dinner with (dead or alive)?Rod Laver, Bobby Jones, or Gordon Richards

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Mentioned:

Rupert Bell, Ollie Bell, Steffi Graf, Andre Agassi, Pete Sampras, Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray, Rory McIlroy, Tiger Woods, Tommy Fleetwood, David Beckham, Carrie Grant, Audrey Hepburn, Humphrey Bogart, Rod Laver, Bobby Jones, Harry Vardon, Gordon Richards, Michel Roux, Princess Anne, Prince William, Kate Middleton, TalkSport, ITV Racing, Wimbledon, Cheltenham Festival, The Open, Ryder Cup, The Masters, FA Cup Final, Rugby World Cup, Grand National, O2 Arena, BBC, TNT Sports, YouTube, National Youth Theatre, British Equestrian Media Association, International Olympic Committee, Drive to Survive

Inside London’s Leading Food Redistribution Charity — The Felix Project with Marcus Roberts

✨ In this episode, we go inside The Felix Project – London’s leading food redistribution charity 🍎🚛 – with Relationship Manager Marcus Roberts, whose passion for community and service shines through every story.

💚 We explore:1️⃣ How The Felix Project rescues surplus food and delivers it to schools, mosques, churches & community groups across London 🥦🍞2️⃣ The power of partnerships – from restaurants donating meals to volunteers powering daily operations 🤝🏽👩🏽‍🍳3️⃣ The real impact on families, children & communities – with fresh food and hope 🌍💫

🍽️ 7.5 million people – or 11% of the UK population – are living in households experiencing food poverty, including 18% of children 👶🏽🥺

The Felix Project believes in a vision of a London where good food is never wasted and no-one goes hungry.

💚 Just £20 given to Felix can deliver 54 meals to those in need 🙌🍲

👉 DONATE HERE: https://thefelixproject.org/donate-how 💸✨

The Felix Project believes in a vision of a London where good food is never wasted and no-one goes hungry.

Marcus also shares what makes the charity’s mission so special, why volunteers are at the heart of it all, and how The Felix Project is scaling up to meet growing demand.

🎙️ Tune in to hear how one organisation is transforming lives, one meal at a time.

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✨ 3 Things That Bring You Joy:

1. Giving back and helping others 🤲🏽

2. Being with my family 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

3. Supporting and being there for each other 💛

🧠 A Mantra You Live By:“Just keep trying, never give up.” 💪🏽Something might not work out now—but eventually, something will, and it’ll be amazing.

🎁 One Unusual Thing That Gives You Pleasure:Volunteering! 🙋🏽‍♂️It brings perspective, joy, and a deep sense of connection to community.

📚 A Favorite Book, Film or Artist (that’s not obvious):He enjoys horror fiction by authors like Dean Koontz, Stephen King, and James Patterson 📖👻

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Mentions:

The Felix Project, Los Mochis, Ocado, Amazon, Amazon Fresh, Costco, Fortnum & Mason, Hilton, Hilton Foundation, Spring Restaurant, Eden Project, Daylesford Organic, Lady Bamford, Bamford, Quintessentially, Acton Depot, Deptford Depot, Felix’s Kitchen, Fair Share, Labour Party Conference, Number 10, He Hall and Sons Farm, Farm Fresh, Canary Wharf, Marcus Roberts, Marcus Feath, Melissa Hemsley, Justin Byam Shaw, , Ben Elliot, Father Neil, Toto, Charity

🔥 Fireside Chat with Marcus Roberts

What’s the real role of comedy in a world full of chaos? 🤔In this episode, rising star Alfie Dundas dives into why laughter is more than just punchlines — it’s connection, resilience, and a way to make sense of it all. 🎭We explore the highs and lows of stand-up, the ethics of edgy humor, and how comedy builds unexpected bridges between people.

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• 😂 Comedy as a coping tool — how laughter helps us handle grief, tension, and uncertainty.

• 🧠 Relatability matters — why the best jokes come from shared, everyday experiences.

• 🚫 Can you say that? — navigating offense, cancel culture, and what makes a joke work.

• 🎤 Life on stage — behind the scenes of building a comedy career with heart and hustle.

Alfie Dundas is a fast-rising UK stand-up comedian 🎤 known for sharp wit, social satire, and viral sketches.He’s opened for big names like Max Fosh and Stephen Bailey, and won the 2023 Backyard Comedy Knockout 🏆.Blending smart storytelling with bold stage presence, Alfie’s redefining modern British comedy. 🇬🇧✨

Mentioned: Backyard Comedy Knockout, King Gong, Royal Theater, NPR, Inside, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Venture Capital, SNL, Netflix, The Apollo, Live at the Apollo, Printworks, The Inbetweeners, The Hangover, Reddit, The Guardian, Alfie Dundas, Stephen Bailey, Max Fosh, Reen Solo, Bo Burnham, Charlotte de Witte, Ricky Gervais, Jimmy Carr, Jack Whitehall, Michael McIntyre, John Mulaney, Chris Rock, Cat Williams, Robbie Hoffman, Jim Jefferies, Danny Dyer, Elon Musk, Prince Andrew, Charlie Kirk, James Milam, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal

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🔥 Fireside Chat 🔥

💫 3 things you get joy from:Standup comedy, my relationship with my partner, and Arsenal Football Club.

🧘 A mantra you want to embrace now would be:“Go where you’re loved.”

🔮 One unusual thing that gives you pleasure:Reddit — maybe not that unusual, so I’ll be more specific: r/fontspotting where people upload photos of signs and fonts that they don’t know, and then people identify them in the comments.

🎬 A favourite film / book / artist — that isn't obvious (and why):There’s an old animated film called Hoodwinked that for some reason I watched as a child and I think was the funniest film I ever saw, and I now literally cannot find it on any streaming platform. I think there might be a conspiracy.

🪂 You can add 1 thing on your bucket list today, what is it?Go to all continents before I die.

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In this episode, we step into the deliciously detailed world of Audrey’s Chocolate with owners Alice and Will Crone. From rebranding a heritage chocolate company 🍬 to managing a growing team 👥 and crafting every piece by hand ✋, they share the real stories behind building a luxury brand rooted in nostalgia, creativity, and joy ✨.

🍓 Takeaways include:– The power of storytelling 📖 and tradition in brand building– How to manage growth without losing your creative soul 🎨– Lessons on working as a couple 💑 and staying in your lane 🚦– Why premiumization is reshaping the UK chocolate market 🇬🇧– The role of sustainability 🌱, quality ✔️, and customer feedback 💬 in product development

Perfect for anyone curious about artisan business, thoughtful entrepreneurship, or the simple magic of a well-made chocolate box 🍫🎁.

👫Alice and Will Crone are the visionary couple behind Audrey’s Chocolate 🍫, one of the UK’s oldest independent chocolatiers, which they acquired and revitalized in 2023 ✨. Alice, with a background in food 🍽️ and a passion for design and storytelling 🎨📖, leads the brand’s creative direction—bringing warmth, beauty, and a touch of magic to every product. Will, drawing on his experience in finance 📊 and operations from roles at Morgan Stanley and Soho House 🏢, guides the strategic growth and keeps the business running smoothly.

Together—both in marriage 💍 and entrepreneurship 🚀—they’ve reimagined Audrey’s as a modern, sustainable luxury chocolate brand 🍬, blending heritage with heartfelt innovation 🌱.

🍫 Audrey’s ChocolateAudrey’s is the oldest chocolate maker in Sussex, UK 🇬🇧, handcrafting delicious chocolates since 1948. Known for their artisanal cream chocolates 🍬, they now use Valrhona — one of the world’s finest chocolates — which is 🌍 100% traceable from cocoa bean to bar. Audrey’s is proudly palm oil–free ❌🌴 and uses fully recyclable packaging ♻️ across all products.

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Mentions:

Duzi Studio, Audrey’s Chocolate, The Kollective Institute of Ideas, Valrhona, Fortnum & Mason, Dozy Studio, Morgan Stanley, Soho House, Number One Lounge, Cadbury, Hotel Chocolat, Thorntons, Neuhaus, Penguin

🔥 Fireside chat🔥:

💫 3 things you get joy from:Spending time with family and children, playing sport, getting home to excited children and a fun bath time, my 20-minute walk to work

🧘 A mantra you want to embrace now would be:"Embrace the chaos"

🔮 One unusual thing that gives you pleasure:Fulfilling orders and watching the chocolates come together during busy periods

🧠 Best advice ever received:"Don’t overcomplicate it" – talk to your team about what matters to them, not just the business

📚 Something you want to learn more about:(Will) How to systemize admin processes better; (Alice) Slowing down decision-making in a fast-paced business

Go behind the scenes with ITV Racing presenter Oli Bell as he shares what it takes to stay authentic under pressure at iconic events like the Grand National and Royal Ascot 🐎🎙️. From powerful stories of unsung heroes in racing to surprising life lessons learned at the poker table ♠️, Oli opens up about the emotional heart of the sport and why accessibility and diversity matter now more than ever 🌍❤️🐴✨

🐎 Staying real under pressure — how Oli brings authenticity to live TV 🎙️

🐎 Poker vs. Presenting — surprising lessons from the card table ♠️🃏

🐎 The future of horse racing — accessibility, diversity & why it matters 🌍📣

🐎 Unseen heroes — powerful stories from stable staff to jockeys 💪👢

🐎 The magic of horses — emotional bonds that change lives forever ❤️🐴

🎙️ Oli Bell is a leading ITV Racing presenter known for his authentic style, sharp insight, and deep passion for horse racing 🐎. He has fronted major events like the Grand National, Royal Ascot, and Cheltenham Festival, while also presenting in sports such as darts and football. Oli is the co-creator of the acclaimed documentary Riding a Dream, now being adapted into a feature film 🎬, and is a competitive poker player ♠️. Through his work, he champions accessibility, diversity, and storytelling in sport 📣.

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🔥 Fireside chat 🔥:

💫 3 things you get joy from:Poker ♠️, backgammon 🎲, and sport in all its forms 🏉⚽

🔮 One unusual thing that gives you pleasure:Watching backgammon videos on YouTube 📺🎲

🎬 A favourite film / book / artist — that isn't obvious (and why):Artist: Matthew Small — known for his striking portraits 🎨Musician: Zan Williams — chilled music he enjoys 🎧Film: Anything directed by Leonora Lonsdale or starring Esme Lonsdale 🎬🌟

🧠 Best advice ever received:“You were in their shoes once — they might be in yours one day.”

📚 Something you want to learn more about:No explicit answer, but likely more about storytelling in sport and connecting with audiences 🎙️📖

🪂 You can add 1 thing on your bucket list today, what is it?Attend the Palio di Siena horse race in Italy 🇮🇹🐎

📢 You can send 1 message to people before you pass away. What would it be?“Be kind, stay humble, and always be yourself.”

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Mentions: Oli Bell, Ruby Walsh, Luke Harvey, Mick Fitzgerald, AP McCoy, Jamie Oliver, Bob Champion, Charlie McCarthy, Nikki Henderson, Leonora Lonsdale, Esme Lonsdale, Jack Whitehall, ITV, ITV Racing, The Opening Show, Royal Ascot, The Grand National, Cheltenham Festival, Seven Barrows, Riding a Dream (documentary), Bob Champion Cancer Trust, DraftKings, Columbia Road (Nelly Duff Gallery), Racing for the Disabled, Champions for Gallop, 15 (Jamie Oliver's show), Netflix, Drive to Survive, Racing Post

Step into the high-stakes world of hostage negotiation with Scott Walker—one of the most seasoned crisis responders on the planet. In this gripping episode, we uncover the mindset, methods, and emotional mastery it takes to influence dangerous individuals and navigate the toughest conversations of your life.

What you’ll learn:🧠 How world-class negotiators stay calm and in control—even under extreme pressure🎯 Scott’s 6-step influence framework—built for life-or-death stakes, but powerful in everyday leadership💬 Why deep listening disarms conflict and builds trust faster than logic ever will🔥 How real resilience is forged—through adversity, mindset, and radical ownership

Scott Walker is one of the world’s most experienced kidnap-for-ransom negotiators, having helped resolve over 300 cases as well as crises such as piracy and cyber extortion attacks.🔐. When hostages are taken or cybercriminals strike, he’s the one called to solve the unsolvable 🚨 He’s also the author of the Sunday Times bestseller Order Out of Chaos: A Kidnap Negotiator's Guide to Influence and Persuasion 📘.

🔥 Fireside Questions🔥:

🧘 A mantra you want to embrace now:“Everything happens for a reason — and your job is to find out what that reason is.”

🌄 One unusual thing that gives you pleasure:Doing unexpected experiences with his kids, like a zip wire over a lake or down a canyon.

🎬 A favourite film, book, or artist that isn’t obvious:Film: Heat with Al Pacino and Robert De Niro.

✨ Best advice ever received:“It’ll always turn out right in the end.”

🧍 If you could change one thing about how the world works:“People need to take more personal responsibility for their situation in life.”

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