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Human Alchemy
Human Alchemy is a podcast focused on people who have trained themselves to go from ordinary to exceptional.
Alchemy is the mystical practice of turning lead into gold and we speak to people who have managed the human equivalent. While there is a focus on performance, the podcast focuses on the moment or phase of change where someone starts to become something else and dives into how it was achieved.
Every now and then there will be an episode focused purely on one topic which will be called a…
Episodes
Human AlchemyEP17: Ash Dykes - Congo Debrief & Basecamp Kyrgyzstan
This week we welcome Ash Dykes back to basecamp for his latest update on Project 6. His first trip, down the Congo Basin, took the world by storm. Over a…
Human AlchemyEP16: James Ketchell - Everest, The Atlantic & Adventure
James Ketchell has done a lot. Here's his list of achievements: 2008 – Serious motorcycle accident, sustaining major leg and ankle injuries. 2010 – Rowed solo…
Human AlchemyRE#4: How to Perform Under Pressure
After a while of waiting, we are back with a Ross Examination and this is one I have wanted to do for a long time! Performing under pressure is at the centre…
Human AlchemyEP15: Adam Gemili - Elite Sprinting, Racing Usain Bolt & Mental Performance
In this episode with Adam Gemili we discuss a lot of different topics. Adam lost out on an Olympic medal by 0.003 seconds and had to deal with that…
Human AlchemyEP14: Ash Dykes - Basecamp Congo
Ash Dykes joins us again for a very new and exciting project. Ash will be going on 6 expeditions over the next 12 months each one lasting around 30 days. In…
Human AlchemyEP13: Joe Pietersen - Dehorning Rhinos, Pro Rugby & Conservation
Join me for this episode of Human Alchemy with Joe Pietersen. Joe played professional rugby for 20 years in South Africa, England, France, Japan and the United…
Human AlchemyEP12: Daniel Eggington - Mission Congo: Will he become the first to walk the river?
Daniel Eggington is an adventurer, who in November, will attempt to become the first recorded person to ever walk the length of the Congo river. It’s a mission…
Human AlchemyEP11: Colin Fisher - Team Dynamics & Organisational Behaviour
Colin fisher is an expert is organisational behaviour and team dynamics having studied at Harvard and worked with some amazing teams and conducted important…
Human AlchemyEP10: Simon Brodkin - Pressure, Stunts & Comedy
On this episode of Human Alchemy, I sat down with Simon Brodkin. Simon has a great CV of performance under pressure having worked initially as a junior doctor…
Human AlchemyEP9: Ash Dykes - Extreme Survival & The Business to Being an Adventurer
Ash Dykes is a Welsh explorer and world record holder, and we have the pleasure of hearing about his remarkable journey from chip shop worker to world-leading…
Human AlchemyEP8: Top 5 Greatest Performances Under Pressure in Sport w. Jamie Monk
Jamie Monk becomes the first repeat guest as we break down the top 5 greatest sporting performances under pressure of all time. As always, if you have any…
Human AlchemyRE#3: Traitors & Group Dynamics
It's been a while since our last episode but we're excited to be back! The Traitors is a fascinating show that highlights some very interesting topics that I…
Human AlchemyRE#2: Mastering Idea Generation
If there's one topic that I rely on more than any other it's this one. How on earth to you consistently come up with new ideas? Almost everything I do depends…
Human AlchemyEP7: Will McLaren - Royal Marines Selection & Challenging Hyrox
Will McLaren spent 5 years in the Royal Marines where he battled through selection and learned some core life skills before making the move to London. After…
Human AlchemyEP6: Dave Pounds - "I witnessed my mother's murder at 12"
Dave Pounds is a resilience and leadership coach who has helped countless teams and individuals. When Dave was just 12 years old he experienced something truly…
Human AlchemyRE#1: The Pygmalion Effect
The 'Pygmalion Effect' is one of the most powerful tools out there for anyone looking to positively impact those around them and the first topic for a 'Ross…
Human AlchemyEP5: Jonnie Fielding (Bowl of Chalk) - Walking until you find your thing
This weeks episode looks at performance from a slightly different angle. Jonnie Fielding has been walking the streets of London for over 10 years as a tour…
Human AlchemyEP4: Shaun Edwards - Coaching, Performance & Simplicity
I travelled down to Perpignan in the south of France to meet one of, if not the greatest defence coach of all time, Shaun Edwards. What I enjoyed about Shaun's…
Human AlchemyEP3: Charlie Copsey - Fighting Talk, Elite Athletes & Taking a Leap of Faith
Charlie Copsey has 20 years experience in production working on BBC Radio 5 Live's 'Fighting Talk', since then, Charlie has started her own business - 'The…
Human AlchemyEP2: Josh Brandon - Managing Superstars & Developing Talent
Josh Brandon has over 20 years experience in talent management, working with musicians, actors, athletes and influencers. Josh has seen people go through every…
Human AlchemyEP1: Stuart Lancaster: Leadership, Failure & Desire to Get Better
Stuart Lancaster is a highly experienced professional rugby coach who has worked at all levels of the game. He has played professionally, coached at academy…
Human AlchemyEP14: Starting a Podcast - The Good, The Bad & The Ugly
I had no idea at all what to expect when starting a podcast, what would be easy, what would be hard or what to expect. Before the podcast moves in a different…
Human AlchemyEP13: Marcus Watson - Winning an Olympic Medal, Toughest Opponents & Career Reflections
In this episode I speak with an old teammate of mine, Marcus Watson. Marcus had a really diverse career that saw him compete at the Olympics, tour the world…
Human AlchemyEP12: Jamie Monk - How to Run Fast, Dealing With Failure & Interviewing Sporting Greats
In this episode, I sit down with Jamie Monk. Jamie used to be a top level runner who trained with Mo Farah and posted some unbelievably fast times. Jamie gives…
Human AlchemyEP11: Conor Gilsenan - The Apprentice, Leadership & Finding Clarity
Conor Gilsenan played 9 seasons of professional rugby in Ireland and England before retiring due to concussion. He then went on BBC's 'The Apprentice' before…
Human AlchemyEP10: Alan Hertz - Secrets of London's Streets
In a slightly different episode, I sat down with Alan Hertz in one of London's oldest pubs that has a fascinating story. While he hails from North America…
Human AlchemyEP9: Ben Mercer - From Pro Rugby Player to Bestselling Author
In this episode, Ben Mercer takes us through his journey from professional rugby in England and France, retirement, becoming a bestselling author, building a…
Human AlchemyEP8: Sam Larner (Part 2) - Game Theory & More Stats
Part 2 of my conversation with Sam Larner focuses on where game theory can be applied in professional sport, how stats can influence recruitment and more…
Human AlchemyEP7: Sam Larner - Moneyball Statistics, Sneaky Tactics & Sports Analytics
Sam Larner is at the forefront of a statistical revolution in Rugby. Sam's knowledge of stats across a wide range of sports makes for fascinating listening and…
Human AlchemyEP6: Matija Karaula - Sales Mastery, Bold Moves & A Global Journey from Croatia
My guest this week is Matija Karaula. Matija went from growing up in Croatia to becoming the Global Head of Sales at a multi million pound software company as…
Human AlchemyEP5: Vince Walsh - Dispelling pop science myths, how we REALLY learn and constructing the perfect team
Vince Walsh has published over 300 papers on the human brain as well as working with world renowned sports organisations from the Premier League to the Olympic…
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EP4: Ross Ducat (Part 2) - The Lucia Light Machine, Hypnogogia & Creating a Tech Company
If you've never heard of hypnogogia or the Lucia Light Machine, you're in for a treat. Ross Ducat is the Founder of a tech company that uses the flashlight on…
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EP3: Ross Ducat (Part 1) - Philosophy, Being Fired (A lot) and Life as a DJ
Ross Ducat is a man of many hats; DJ, Tech Founder, Amateur Philosopher and I'll call him a socialite as well. I always think that if you can have an…
Human AlchemyEP2: Joey Speed - Making Sales, Working Abroad and Cracking Social Media
My second guest is Joey Speed. Joey has worked in the corporate sales world, founded 15 companies to date, travelled the world while working on multiple new…
Human AlchemyEP1: Cam Whitnall - Wildlife, Zoos and Social Media
In this episode: Are zoo's a force for good or evil? The effort and skill required to build a strong personal brand and social media following Cam's efforts…