Today’s guest is Ruby O’Brien — an advocate for real change, someone who refuses to accept the limits placed in front of her. She’s passionate about representing young people, especially those from areas where expectations are quietly capped and opportunities feel distant.

Ruby opens up about the upbringing that shaped her — becoming a young carer at a young age, taking on responsibility early, and growing up in one of the most deprived areas in the UK. We talk about the pressure of that role, the lack of visible role models, and why she’s driven to be the person she once needed herself.

We dive into how she sees life now: not as something to survive, but something to shape.

Where goals become habits, and circumstances don’t get the final say.

Ruby also shares her experience of being part of Youth Parliament — challenging stereotypes, navigating public judgement, and proving that where you’re from doesn’t dictate where you can go.

We talk about identity, social media, and vulnerability — the pressure of being visible, the difficulty of accepting praise, and why showing up as your true self matters more than perfection.

This episode is about voice, responsibility, and breaking ceilings.

A real, honest conversation with someone who’s choosing purpose over limitation.

A huge thank you to Ruby for opening up and sharing her story with so much honesty.

Also want to say a huge thanks to Parliament Sq Coffee hosting this episode ☕️

Today’s guest is Jimmy Carr a guy who bleeds red and white, lives and breathes Liverpool FC, and understands the true meaning of graft. But behind the football passion and the humour is a decade marked by chaos, growth and moments that forced him to mature quicker than most.Jimmy opens up about the upbringing that shaped him a childhood full of love, support and everything he needed — followed by the tougher years that came with his parents splitting up and the distance it created with his dad at moments. We talk about the mentors who stepped in, the lessons his mum drilled into him, and the resilience.We dive into how he sees life now: as an opportunity.Not something to drift through, but something to take responsibility for — even when things feel heavy, uncertain, or unfair.Jimmy also shares his journey with mental health, he speaks honestly about the pressures men still feel when opening up, how far we’ve come, and how far we still need to go.And of course, we talk about doing what you love — how he went from long commutes and early mornings in college to working full-time at The Anfield Wrap and launching Back of the Kop podcast, a project born from pure passion and obsession for the club he loves.This episode is about chaos, character, and choosing your path even when life tries to write it for you.A real, honest conversation with someone who’s built on grit, humour, and heart.A huge thank you to Jimmy for opening up and sharing his story with so much honesty.Also want to say a huge thanks to Parliament Sq Coffee for hosting this episode ☕️

Today’s guest is Rachael McName, a woman overflowing with love, emotional intelligence and a level of compassion that genuinely shifts the energy of any room she walks into. Her story goes way beyond kindness; it’s about resilience, healing and choosing to lead with love even after life has thrown some heavy moments her way.We dive into the big themes:love, self-worth, identity, emotional healing and believing in something bigger than yourself.We explore the power of learning to love yourself, how adversity shaped her growth, the impact of Gabor Maté’s work, her journey into NLP and why she now believes in “the magic” of the world around her.This episode is raw, warm, thoughtful, and full of lines that make you stop and think. Rachael is someone who makes you feel seen, heard, and understood and her perspective on life will stay with you long after the episode ends.Huge thank you to Rachael for opening up and sharing her heart and her wisdom. Follow Rachael –Instagram – @RachaelMcnamee4Also want to say a huge thanks to Parliament Sq Coffee for hosting this episode ☕️

Today’s guest is comic Sam, a guy whose humour hits quick, whose timing is sharp and whose story goes much deeper than just making people laugh.Even though Sam only properly started comedy around 12 months ago, he’s been refining it his whole life: in conversations, in pubs with his mates, in the way he talks to people, and in the way he sees the world. The stage just finally gave him a place to put it all.We dive into the mindset behind comedy — turning awkward moments into punchlines, using confidence in a positive way, and finding strength through laughter.It’s a fun one, a real one, and easily one of the episodes with the most laughs yet.Huge thank you to Sam for opening up and sharing the story behind the humour. His journey shows that sometimes the funniest people are shaped by the heaviest experiences — and they learn to turn them into something that lifts others up.Follow Sam –Instagram – ComicSams

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Today’s guest is singer-songwriter Jake Riley an artist whose sound belongs to another generation and whose story hits far deeper than just music.

Born with a serious heart condition, Jake grew up facing challenges most people never see. But instead of slowing down, he used it to his advantage — turning vulnerability into strength, pressure into creativity, and life’s hardest moments into songs that mean something.

We dive into being process-driven — patience, enjoying the journey, and understanding that writing one great song is always better than writing ten good ones.

Huge thank you to Jake for opening up and sharing his journey. His story is honest, powerful, and a reminder that sometimes the things that challenge us the most end up shaping the parts of us that shine the brightest.

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Youtube - @jakeanthonyriley2142

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Dee Taylor’s story is one of resilience, creativity, and rediscovery. Growing up under immense pressure, with an alcoholic parent, she discovered her true self and the peace that comes from caring less.

Now, as a writer, storyteller, and performer, Dee turns her lived experiences into art that not only expresses her truth but helps others face theirs. From finding peace after chaos to redefining strength through creativity, this episode dives deep into what it means to grow up too fast, rebuild yourself, and choose compassion over resentment.We speak about family, addiction, storytelling, and the beauty of discovering peace — even after years of noise.

🎧 Watch, listen, and reflect. Because this one will remind you that healing isn’t about forgetting — it’s about transforming.

Huge thank you to Dee for opening up and sharing her truth. Her story is powerful, raw, and a reminder that growth often begins when we finally find peace within ourselves.

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In this episode, I sit down with Jayone, a man who focuses on mindset — growth, faith and self-discipline. From his early experiences to the habits that now shape his days, Jayone opens up about how faith became his foundation, how movement became his therapy and how the process of becoming has taught him more than any end goal ever could.This conversation goes beyond running or routine — it’s about finding peace in the struggle, trusting the timing of your journey, and learning to keep moving even when life feels heavy. Jayone’s honesty and focus remind us that growth isn’t just about success; it’s about staying grounded, staying grateful, and staying faithful.If you’re someone chasing purpose, rebuilding yourself or just looking for something real to connect to — this episode is for you.A massive thank you to Jayone for sharing his journey and reminding us that growth comes from discipline, faith, and trusting the process — even when it’s not easy.Follow JayOne - Instagram - Jayonee7Tiktok - @jayonee2Youtube - @jayoneee7 Also want to say a huge thanks to Parliament Sq Coffee for hosting this episode ☕️

In this episode, I sit down with Dhari Sachdev — a creative force whose illustrations bring stories, emotions and ideas to life.

Dhari opens up about her journey from being “painfully shy” as a child to becoming a confident artist who lives and breathes creativity.

This story is one of growth, courage and expression — a reminder that sometimes, the small things in life mean the most.If you’ve ever struggled with confidence, creativity, or finding your place in the world — this episode is for you.

🎙️ A massive thank you to Dhari for sharing her story and reminding us how important it is to experience life and express ourselves through creativity.

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