Welcome to the Tom's Talks Podcast, where we explore the unique stories that shape extraordinary lives. Join me, Tom Dickinson - public speaker, mindset coach and mental health advocate, as I sit down with inspiring individuals from all walks of life. In each episode, we delve into personal journeys, uncovering the pivotal moments, triumphs and challenges that have defined them. The Tom's Talks Podcast offers raw and authentic conversations that remind us we're all on our own unique path. Tune in to be inspired, enlightened, and empowered to embrace your own story.
He Spent £1 Million on Drugs, What Next? | Richard Chapman
The Tom's Talks Podcast is a place where we speak to a vast array of people from different walks of life and find out what makes them them. We will speak about their unique journey and delve into the highs and the lows which ultimately define them. Richard Chapman was an area director at HSBC. He had five sons, a beautiful house, and by his own admission, a perfect life. Then one evening after a round of golf, a stranger in a pub offered him a line of cocaine and he said yes. That yes cost him seventeen years, a million pounds, and very nearly his life. In this episode, Richard takes us through the full arc of his addiction with staggering honesty - from recreational weekends to using 26 grams a day, sitting in a supermarket car park for 36 hours straight, and reaching the point where he'd planned to end his life in a hotel room. It was a WhatsApp message from his 11-year-old son that changed everything. Today, Richard is six years clean and runs Ark House - the very rehab centre he walked into as a broken man in 2020. He now dedicates his life to helping others find the way out he found. Support the show Check out my website: toms-talks.co.uk Follow me on Instagram: toms.talks__ Follow me on TikTok: tomstalks Subscribe on YouTube: TomsTalks
She Lost Her Leg on Her Dream Holiday, What Happened Next? | Sian Lord
The Tom's Talks Podcast is a place where we speak to a vast array of people from different walks of life and find out what makes them them. We will speak about their unique journey and delve into the highs and the lows which ultimately define them. Sian Lord was 24 years old. It was her second day in New York. She was on the pavement, drink in hand, talking to her best friend - exactly where she was supposed to be. Then a taxi driver mounted the kerb. He severed her left leg below the knee, never got out of the cab to check if she was alive, and was never charged. Sian spent six weeks in hospital in America, had four back-to-back surgeries, and flew home to rebuild a life that looked nothing like the one she'd planned. Twelve years on, Sian is a model, motivational speaker, and one of the most honest voices on disability, body image and resilience you'll find. In this episode she holds nothing back — the physical recovery, the mental battle that was harder, the years of hiding her leg, and the moment she finally stopped. Plus Tom opens up about motivation, discipline, and why without a reason why most people never follow through. Whether you're going through something that's changed your body, your plans, or your sense of self — or you just need to hear from someone who's been through the worst and come out the other side - this one is for you. Support the show Check out my website: toms-talks.co.uk Follow me on Instagram: toms.talks__ Follow me on TikTok: tomstalks Subscribe on YouTube: TomsTalks
A Diagnosed Psychopath | Lewis Raymond Taylor
The Tom's Talks Podcast is a place where we speak to a vast array of people from different walks of life and find out what makes them them. We will speak about their unique journey and delve into the highs and the lows which ultimately define them. Lewis' Brand New Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/024164683... Lewis Raymond Taylor was told by his own mother that he wouldn't make old bones. By his mid-twenties, he'd been to prison three times, spent seven years addicted to cocaine, and had an identity built entirely around chaos and destruction. He didn't just believe he was a bad person - he'd been told it his whole life. Then one night in a prison cell, staring at a piece of scratched metal that passed for a mirror, something shifted. And everything changed. In this episode, Lewis, a diagnosed psychopath, life coach, documentary subject and author, sits down with Tom for one of the most honest, thought-provoking conversations the podcast has ever had. This isn't a redemption story dressed up in motivational language. It's a raw, unflinching look at identity, trauma, accountability and what it actually takes to rebuild yourself from scratch. Support the show Check out my website: toms-talks.co.uk Follow me on Instagram: toms.talks__ Follow me on TikTok: tomstalks Subscribe on YouTube: TomsTalks
Becoming a Dad, HSTikkyTokky & Mindset | Q&A
We're back after a short break with an hour long Q&A answering your questions! The Tom's Talks Podcast is a place where we speak to a vast array of people from different walks of life and find out what makes them them. We will speak about their unique journey and delve into the highs and the lows which ultimately define them. Support the show Check out my website: toms-talks.co.uk Follow me on Instagram: toms.talks__ Follow me on TikTok: tomstalks Subscribe on YouTube: TomsTalks
1 GCSE to £34 Million | Adam Stott
The Tom's Talks Podcast is a place where we speak to a vast array of people from different walks of life and find out what makes them them. We will speak about their unique journey and delve into the highs and the lows which ultimately define them. Adam Stott left school with one GCSE. By 25 he had a six-figure salary and a £100,000 car. By 30 he was running a business turning over nearly £14 million a year. And then it started to unravel — and nobody saw it coming, least of all him. This is one of the most honest conversations about business, resilience and ambition you'll hear. Adam doesn't just share the wins. He walks through the moment funders froze £2.5 million of his funding, the year he appeared on stage with 50 Cent and Floyd Mayweather while his business burned behind him, and what it actually cost him, financially and personally, to walk away. He also shares what he's learned from coaching over 100,000 business owners, and why most people are using the wrong strategy at the wrong time. This episode is proudly sponsored by Unthin - The UK's number 1 hairloss solution. Clinically proven to support stronger, healthier hair from within. Use code TOM20 for 20% off your order: https://unthinhair.com/?aff=toms-talks.co.uk Support the show Check out my website: toms-talks.co.uk Follow me on Instagram: toms.talks__ Follow me on TikTok: tomstalks Subscribe on YouTube: TomsTalks
The Tom's Talks Podcast is a place where we speak to a vast array of people from different walks of life and find out what makes them them. We will speak about their unique journey and delve into the highs and the lows which ultimately define them. At 24, Sammie Ellard-King was £24,000 in credit card debt. A third of his wages were going out the door every month — just in interest. Not paying the debt down. Just interest. Sammie is a property investor, financial educator, and founder of the Gains app. He's built a platform helping everyday people understand money — because nobody taught them. And in this episode, he holds nothing back. This episode is the financial conversation most of us never had growing up. No jargon, no judgment — just honest, practical advice on how to get out of debt, start saving, and actually build wealth on an average salary. This episode is proudly sponsored by Unthin - The UK's number 1 hairloss solution. Clinically proven to support stronger, healthier hair from within. Use code TOM20 for 20% off your order: https://unthinhair.com/?aff=toms-talks.co.uk Support the show Check out my website: toms-talks.co.uk Follow me on Instagram: toms.talks__ Follow me on TikTok: tomstalks Subscribe on YouTube: TomsTalks
From Hiding His Stammer to 1 Million Followers | Sam Bagshaw
The Tom's Talks Podcast is a place where we speak to a vast array of people from different walks of life and find out what makes them them. We will speak about their unique journey and delve into the highs and the lows which ultimately define them. Sam Bagshaw has a stammer. He also has over a million followers online — and he built that by doing the one thing most people are too scared to do: showing up exactly as he is. In this episode, Sam shares what it was really like growing up with a stammer, feeling isolated, and not knowing anyone who shared his experience. He opens up about the moment he decided to start posting online, why he never edits out the difficult moments, and how stepping outside his comfort zone has helped him build a platform that’s now changing lives. This conversation isn’t just for people with a stammer — it’s for anyone who’s ever felt different, held back, or unsure whether their vulnerabilities could be a strength. We also discuss what a stammer actually is, how to better support someone who has one, dealing with negativity online, and the habits that help Sam manage his mental health day to day. This episode is proudly sponsored by Unthin - The UK's number 1 hairloss solution. Clinically proven to support stronger, healthier hair from within. Use code TOM20 for 20% off your order: https://unthinhair.com/?aff=toms-talks.co.uk Support the show Check out my website: toms-talks.co.uk Follow me on Instagram: toms.talks__ Follow me on TikTok: tomstalks Subscribe on YouTube: TomsTalks
10 Years of Abuse… And No One Knew | Kieron Riley
The Tom's Talks Podcast is a place where we speak to a vast array of people from different walks of life and find out what makes them them. We will speak about their unique journey and delve into the highs and the lows which ultimately define them. In this episode, Kieron opens up about being sexually abused from the age of 6 to 16 — something he kept hidden for nearly 20 years. We talk about what it’s like growing up not realising something isn’t normal, the confusion and guilt that follows, and how trauma can shape your identity, relationships, and mental health for years after. Kieron shares what finally led him to speak out, the reality of staying silent for so long, and how he’s now using his story to help others feel less alone. This isn’t an easy listen — but it’s an important one. Support the show Check out my website: toms-talks.co.uk Follow me on Instagram: toms.talks__ Follow me on TikTok: tomstalks Subscribe on YouTube: TomsTalks
I Lost My Wife & Unborn Child... How Do You Survive That? | Ben Kennedy (His Grief)
The Tom's Talks Podcast is a place where we speak to a vast array of people from different walks of life and find out what makes them them. We will speak about their unique journey and delve into the highs and the lows which ultimately define them. In this incredibly powerful and emotional episode of Tom’s Talks, we sit down with Ben Kennedy, also known as His Grief, to hear a story that will stay with you. At just 32 years old, Ben lost his wife and unborn child in a matter of hours — what started as a normal day quickly turned into unimaginable tragedy. In this conversation, Ben opens up about that day — the shock, the trauma, and the reality of losing everything in an instant. But this episode isn’t just about loss. It’s about what comes after. Ben shares how he navigated grief, the guilt, and the mental battle that followed — and how he slowly found a way to keep going, not just for himself, but for his young son. We also explore the importance of therapy, support systems, and how even small shifts in mindset can make a difference during the darkest moments. This is one of the most raw, honest, and important conversations we’ve had on the podcast. If you’re going through a difficult time, or know someone who is, this episode could genuinely help. This episode is proudly sponsored by Unthin - The UK's number 1 hairloss solution. Clinically proven to support stronger, healthier hair from within. Use code TOM20 for 20% off your order: https://unthinhair.com/?aff=toms-talks.co.uk Support the show Check out my website: toms-talks.co.uk Follow me on Instagram: toms.talks__ Follow me on TikTok: tomstalks Subscribe on YouTube: TomsTalks
The Truth About Modern Relationships No One Wants To Admit | Tom Stroud
The Tom’s Talks Podcast explores the stories behind the people — the highs, the lows, and the moments that shape who we become. What does it really mean to be a man in today’s world? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Tom Stroud to unpack masculinity, mental health, and the growing crisis of male loneliness. But this conversation goes far deeper than reality TV. Tom opens up about growing up without a father, dealing with loss, navigating social media pressure, and how a life-changing experience led him to build a thriving men’s community — helping thousands of men connect, open up, and support each other. We explore the uncomfortable truths around modern masculinity, toxic online influences, and why so many men are struggling in silence. This is an honest, raw, and necessary conversation. Support the show Check out my website: toms-talks.co.uk Follow me on Instagram: toms.talks__ Follow me on TikTok: tomstalks Subscribe on YouTube: TomsTalks
Inside the Mind of a Gladiator (It’s Not What You Think) | Jamie 'The Giant'
In this powerful episode of Tom’s Talks , we sit down with Jamie “The Giant” — Gladiator, former British bodybuilding champion, firefighter, and coach — to go beyond the persona and uncover the man behind the size and strength. From consuming 10,000 calories a day at the peak of his bodybuilding career to facing the harsh mental reality of body dysmorphia, Jamie opens up about the obsession, sacrifice, and identity struggles that come with chasing physical perfection. But this conversation goes much deeper than fitness… We explore: The truth about toxic masculinity, social media, and the “manosphere” Why core values and integrity matter more than ever His experiences as a firefighter, including life-or-death moments ADHD, late diagnosis, and how it’s shaped his life as a father Why being “fit” isn’t about aesthetics — but balance, purpose, and longevity This is an honest, raw, and thought-provoking conversation about identity, discipline, mental health, and what it really means to be a good man in today’s world. This episode is proudly sponsored by Unthin — the UK’s number 1 hair loss solution. Clinically proven to support stronger, healthier hair from within. Use code TOM20 for 20% off: https://unthinhair.com/?aff=toms-talks.co.uk Support the show Check out my website: toms-talks.co.uk Follow me on Instagram: toms.talks__ Follow me on TikTok: tomstalks Subscribe on YouTube: TomsTalks
Childhood Sex Abuse Survivor Opens Up | Ryan Gadsby
The Tom's Talks Podcast is a place where we speak to a vast array of people from different walks of life and find out what makes them them. We will speak about their unique journey and delve into the highs and the lows which ultimately define them. He was 8 years old when the abuse started. In this episode of the Tom’s Talks Podcast, Ryan Gadsby shares the full story of how he was groomed, manipulated, and abused by his stepfather — someone he trusted as a role model. What makes this conversation so powerful is how normal everything seemed on the outside. From gifts and attention… to control, fear, and silence. This isn’t just a story — it’s something every parent and young person needs to hear. If you take one thing from this episode, let it be awareness. ⚠️ Sensitive topics: Child abuse, grooming, mental health, suicide This episode is proudly sponsored by Unthin - The UK's number 1 hairloss solution. Clinically proven to support stronger, healthier hair from within. Use code TOM20 for 20% off your order: https://unthinhair.com/?aff=toms-talks.co.uk Support the show Check out my website: toms-talks.co.uk Follow me on Instagram: toms.talks__ Follow me on TikTok: tomstalks Subscribe on YouTube: TomsTalks
Why Cancer Rates Are Exploding (And What You Can Do) | Dr Anisha Patel
The Tom's Talks Podcast is a place where we speak to a vast array of people from different walks of life and find out what makes them them. We will speak about their unique journey and delve into the highs and the lows which ultimately define them. What happens when a doctor suddenly becomes the patient? In this powerful episode of Tom’s Talks, we sit down with Dr Anisha Patel — a GP, author, speaker, and bowel cancer survivor — who shares her deeply personal journey from diagnosis to recovery, and everything that came after. At just 39 years old, Anisha was diagnosed with stage 3 bowel cancer — despite having no obvious risk factors. What followed was a life-changing experience that reshaped her mindset, her career, and her mission. This conversation goes far beyond cancer. It’s about resilience, perspective, mental health, and the small habits that could genuinely save your life. This is one of those conversations that could change how you look at your health forever. This episode is proudly sponsored by Unthin - The UK's number 1 hairloss solution. Clinically proven to support stronger, healthier hair from within. Use code TOM20 for 20% off your order: https://unthinhair.com/?aff=toms-talks.co.uk Support the show Check out my website: toms-talks.co.uk Follow me on Instagram: toms.talks__ Follow me on TikTok: tomstalks Subscribe on YouTube: TomsTalks
I Was Ready To End My Life… Then Everything Changed | Paul Mort
The Tom's Talks Podcast is a place where we speak to a vast array of people from different walks of life and find out what makes them them. We will speak about their unique journey and delve into the highs and the lows which ultimately define them. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Paul Mort — a two-time UK Master Coach of the Year — for one of the most raw and honest conversations on mindset, mental health and personal growth you’ll hear. Paul opens up about hitting rock bottom… standing on the edge of a cliff ready to end his life… and the moment he decided to change everything. From addiction, lost years, and a complete lack of purpose — to building a life of impact, speaking on global stages, and helping thousands transform their mindset. This isn’t surface-level motivation. This is the truth most people avoid. This episode is proudly sponsored by Unthin - The UK's number 1 hairloss solution. Clinically proven to support stronger, healthier hair from within. Use code TOM20 for 20% off your order: https://unthinhair.com/?aff=toms-talks.co.uk Support the show Check out my website: toms-talks.co.uk Follow me on Instagram: toms.talks__ Follow me on TikTok: tomstalks Subscribe on YouTube: TomsTalks
I was left at a telephone box at 10 years old... | Charlotte Jonsie
The Tom's Talks Podcast is a place where we speak to a vast array of people from different walks of life and find out what makes them them. We will speak about their unique journey and delve into the highs and the lows which ultimately define them. In this powerful episode of the Tom’s Talks Podcast, we sit down with Charlotte Jonsie, a women's coach, TEDx speaker and mental health advocate to talk about authenticity, motherhood, mental health and the small habits that can completely change your life. After experiencing postpartum depression and hitting one of the lowest points of her life, she rebuilt herself through small daily practices that helped regulate her nervous system, improve her mindset and reconnect with who she truly is. From growing up in a chaotic environment to eventually stepping onto a TEDx stage, Charlotte's story is a reminder that your past doesn’t define your future. This episode is proudly sponsored by Unthin - The UK's number 1 hairloss solution. Clinically proven to support stronger, healthier hair from within. Use code TOM20 for 20% off your order: https://unthinhair.com/?aff=toms-talks.co.uk Support the show Check out my website: toms-talks.co.uk Follow me on Instagram: toms.talks__ Follow me on TikTok: tomstalks Subscribe on YouTube: TomsTalks
The Last Message My Son Sent Before Taking His Life | Steve Phillip
The Tom's Talks Podcast is a place where we speak to a vast array of people from different walks of life and find out what makes them them. We will speak about their unique journey and delve into the highs and the lows which ultimately define them. This is one of the hardest conversations we’ve ever had on the podcast. In this episode, a father shares the heartbreaking story of losing his son and the phone call that changed his life forever. What started as a normal day quickly turned into every parent’s worst nightmare. We talk about the warning signs that can be missed, the role social media can play in young people’s mental health, and why this conversation is more important than ever. Since losing his son Jordan, Steve has dedicated his life to helping others. Through The Jordan Legacy, he is doing incredible work raising awareness, educating communities and working to prevent people from taking their own lives. https://thejordanlegacy.com If this episode helps even one person feel less alone or encourages someone to reach out for help, it’s worth sharing. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to a trusted person or a professional for support. This episode is proudly sponsored by Unthin - The UK's number 1 hairloss solution. Clinically proven to support stronger, healthier hair from within. Use code TOM20 for 20% off your order: https://unthinhair.com/?aff=toms-talks.co.uk Support the show Check out my website: toms-talks.co.uk Follow me on Instagram: toms.talks__ Follow me on TikTok: tomstalks Subscribe on YouTube: TomsTalks
Getting Away From Crime After Prison At 16 Years Old | Jason Frost
The Tom's Talks Podcast is a place where we speak to a vast array of people from different walks of life and find out what makes them them. We will speak about their unique journey and delve into the highs and the lows which ultimately define them. In this episode we sit down with Jason Frost, AKA The Brighton Coach. At 16, he was sentenced to five years in prison. After turning his life around he's now a successful gym owner and spends a lot of his time helping those in need. By his early twenties, he was selling steroids, moving cocaine, and living in constant paranoia — convinced he was untouchable. Violence, addiction, ego and anger fuelled everything. Until it nearly killed him. In this episode, he opens up about: Growing up without a father figure The fight that changed his life Prison and why it didn’t reform him Building a drug operation after release Cocaine addiction and drug-induced psychosis Being stabbed by rival gangs Sleeping in his car with nothing left Driving to Brighton to start again Building a six-figure fitness business from scratch This is a raw conversation about masculinity, ego, trauma, redemption and what happens when you finally take responsibility for your life. No glorifying. No excuses. Just honesty. If you’ve ever wondered whether someone can truly change — this episode answers that. This episode is proudly sponsored by Unthin - The UK's number 1 hairloss solution. Clinically proven to support stronger, healthier hair from within. Use code TOM20 for 20% off your order: https://unthinhair.com/?aff=toms-talks.co.uk Support the show Check out my website: toms-talks.co.uk Follow me on Instagram: toms.talks__ Follow me on TikTok: tomstalks Subscribe on YouTube: TomsTalks
Why Saying “Yes” Changed My Entire Life | Charlie Such
The Tom's Talks Podcast is a place where we speak to a vast array of people from different walks of life and find out what makes them them. We will speak about their unique journey and delve into the highs and the lows which ultimately define them. In this powerful episode, we sit down with artist Charlie Such to talk about grief, purpose, mental health, and what it really takes to build something meaningful. After losing his mum to cancer eighteen months ago, Charlie’s perspective on life completely shifted. What started as a hobby became a mission. A need. A purpose. From drawing in school textbooks to painting murals across Scandinavia, Charlie’s journey is proof that growth comes from action, not perfection. This conversation is honest, emotional, and packed with lessons around resilience, delayed gratification, and backing yourself — even when you don’t feel ready. This episode is proudly sponsored by Unthin - The UK's number 1 hairloss solution. Clinically proven to support stronger, healthier hair from within. Use code TOM20 for 20% off your order: https://unthinhair.com/?aff=toms-talks.co.uk Support the show Check out my website: toms-talks.co.uk Follow me on Instagram: toms.talks__ Follow me on TikTok: tomstalks Subscribe on YouTube: TomsTalks
Andy's Man Club Founder (UK's Biggest Support Group) | Luke Ambler
Free-to-attend peer support groups for men across the UK https://andysmanclub.co.uk/groups/ In this powerful episode of Tom’s Talks, we sit down with Luke Ambler, co-founder of Andy’s Man Club, the largest men’s mental health charity in the UK. Luke shares the real story behind Andy’s Man Club — from its beginnings in Halifax to over 300+ groups supporting thousands of men every single week. We talk openly about why men still struggle to talk, how trauma gets buried, and why talking alone isn’t enough without action. Luke also shares emotional stories from men whose lives were changed — and in many cases saved — by simply having a place to talk. If you care about men’s mental health, wellbeing, fitness, resilience, or personal growth, this is an episode you need to hear. This episode is proudly sponsored by Unthin - The UK's number 1 hairloss solution. Clinically proven to support stronger, healthier hair from within. Use code TOM20 for 20% off your order: https://unthinhair.com/?aff=toms-talks.co.uk Support the show Check out my website: toms-talks.co.uk Follow me on Instagram: toms.talks__ Follow me on TikTok: tomstalks Subscribe on YouTube: TomsTalks
He Quit Rugby at the Peak of His Career… Here’s Why | Dan Sarginson
The Tom's Talks Podcast is a place where we speak to a vast array of people from different walks of life and find out what makes them them. We will speak about their unique journey and delve into the highs and the lows which ultimately define them. This episode is one of the most raw and important conversations we’ve ever had. Former professional rugby league player Dan Sarginson opens up about walking away from the sport at the peak of his career, the unseen pressures of elite performance, and the personal grief that shaped his decision. From playing Grand Finals with Wigan Warriors to retiring at just 29, Dan shares the real reasons behind quitting - reasons most people never hear. This episode is proudly sponsored by Unthin - The UK's number 1 hairloss solution. Clinically proven to support stronger, healthier hair from within. Use code TOM20 for 20% off your order: https://unthinhair.com/?aff=toms-talks.co.uk Support the show Check out my website: toms-talks.co.uk Follow me on Instagram: toms.talks__ Follow me on TikTok: tomstalks Subscribe on YouTube: TomsTalks
