Podcast Episode 5: Mike Cox – From Police Officer to Stand-Up Comedian

In Episode 5 of Hello You Podcast, we sit down with Mike Cox, a former police officer who traded his badge for a microphone and rebuilt his life through stand-up comedy.

Mike shares his raw and often hilarious journey from working on the front line as a copper to finding freedom on stage as a professional comedian. We talk openly about the realities of police life, the emotional toll of the job, and the moment he knew he had to walk away to protect his mental health and identity.

This episode explores:

• Life behind the scenes as a police officer
• The challenges of leaving a uniformed career
• Using humour as a coping mechanism and healing tool
• Reinventing yourself after burnout and trauma
• What it really takes to start again in a creative industry

Mike’s story is honest, inspiring, and packed with laughter, proof that it’s never too late to change direction and build a life that feels authentic.

🎧 Out 8th February

🌍 Available to download on all major podcast platforms worldwide

Perfect for listeners interested in career change, life after the police, mental health conversations, and real-life transformation stories

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Hello You Podcast – Episode 4

In Episode 4 of Hello You, we sit down with Dave Myers for an honest and inspiring conversation about resilience, identity, and finding purpose after life-changing trauma.

Dave shares his powerful story of losing an arm and a leg in a train-related accident in his late teens, and the long road of physical and mental recovery that followed. He opens up about the challenges of adapting to a new reality, coping with trauma, and rebuilding confidence when everything changes in an instant.

The conversation also explores how gaming became more than just a hobby for Dave, evolving into a source of escape, connection, and empowerment, helping him regain control, community, and a renewed sense of self.

This episode is a raw and uplifting reminder that even after unimaginable setbacks, it’s possible to carve out a new path, rediscover joy, and redefine what’s possible.

🎧 A must-listen episode about strength, adaptation, and turning adversity into purpose.

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In Episode 3 of Hello You, we sit down with Portsmouth-born entrepreneur Alfie Ruffell for an open and thought-provoking conversation about mindset, wellbeing, and resilience.

Alfie shares how the power of positive thinking has played a life-saving role in his journey, along with an honest discussion around health, CBD oil, and alternative approaches to wellbeing. This episode explores how mindset, belief, and daily habits can shape both mental and physical health.

An inspiring and insightful listen that challenges perspectives and encourages you to think differently about your own wellbeing.

🎧 Available now on the Hello You Podcast.

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In Episode 2 of Hello You, we welcome Michael McKinson, professional boxer from Portsmouth, who made history as the first boxer from Hampshire to fight live on Sky Sports in the United States.

Michael shares his journey from youth amateur boxing to the professional ranks, opening up about the highs and lows of life in elite sport. He speaks honestly about the sacrifices required, the setbacks along the way, and the discipline it takes to stay focused when the pressure is on.

This episode explores the importance of mental resilience, positivity, and mindset, both inside and outside the ring. Michael discusses how he manages challenges, maintains belief in himself, and continues pushing forward in one of the toughest sports in the world.

A motivating and insightful conversation for anyone interested in sport, mental toughness, personal growth, and resilience.

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In this powerful episode of Hello You, we welcome Jarrod Speed, who shares his deeply personal mental health journey and the life-altering experiences that shaped it.

Jarrod speaks openly about the loss of his children and the profound grief and trauma that followed. With raw honesty, he explores how devastating loss impacted his mental wellbeing, the challenges he faced in navigating grief, and the emotional weight of learning to live with unimaginable pain.

This episode highlights resilience, determination, and hope, as Jarrod explains how he gradually found a pathway to recovery. He discusses the importance of confronting grief, seeking support, and developing coping strategies that helped him rebuild his life and mental health.

This conversation offers meaningful insight for anyone experiencing bereavement, mental health struggles, trauma, or loss, and serves as a reminder that healing is possible, even after the darkest moments

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