Welcome to the very first episode of Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained. Rebecca Rees and Caroline Bridge share why this podcast was created, what it means to them, and how their own adventures — from executive coaching to Race Across the World — taught them the power of daring to try.

In this first conversation, Rebecca and Caroline talk about the fears and interference they had to overcome just to start, why our brains resist change, and how both small steps and big adventures can shift how we think, feel and live. Caroline also reflects on her extraordinary experience of winning Race Across the World — the BBC series that drew a record-breaking six million viewers and was shortlisted at the NTA’s (National Television Awards).

Our mission is simple and ambitious: to help people pause, see beyond what holds them back, and discover new possibilities for greater happiness and wellbeing. Each episode brings real stories, simple science, and the humour that keeps us human. Soon, we’ll also be joined by inspirational guests who’ll share their own adventures in daring to try.

We’re rookie podcasters determined to keep going, keep improving, and share the adventure with you. Trying something new is rarely perfect — but it’s always real.

👉 Please follow, share and be part of the NVNG adventure — it all starts with daring to try.

Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained is hosted by Rebecca Rees and Caroline Bridge.

Rebecca is an Executive Coach and Co-Founder of Peak 15 Coaching, passionate about how our brains work and helping people unlock possibility.

Caroline won BBC’s Race Across the World 2025 with her son Thomas — a series watched by over six million and shortlisted at the National Television Awards.

🎯 Our Mission: To help people pause, see beyond what holds them back, and discover new possibilities for greater happiness and wellbeing.

🎧 Creative Team : Angela Young – Podcast Production, Cambridge Podcasts, Zainab Uzair – Graphics, Logo & Cover Art, Gabriella Füzi – Portrait Photography

📩 Contact Us : We’d love to hear your questions, ideas, or stories of stepping outside your comfort zone: WhatsApp: https://wa.me/447375220027

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👉 Please follow, share, and be part of the NVNG adventure — it all starts with daring to try.