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Extraordinary Life Stories
John Reynolds talks with some of the world’s most extraordinary individuals discussing both the highs and lows of their life stories. Each ‘lived experience’ is shared in an informal and candid conversation providing inspiration, thought provoking topics and actionable takeaways. Mindset is at the core of these conversations with guests being transparent about how they keep motivated, juggling family, business, mental health and time for themselves. Extraordinary Life Stories is proudly…
Episodes
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The Future of AI and Sport: Alexis Ohanian & Aki Mandhar on Extraordinary Life Stories Live at IFS Unleashed
Recorded live on stage at IFS Unleashed in Orlando, Florida, this special episode of Extraordinary Life Stories features host John Reynolds in conversation…
Extraordinary Life StoriesSchool Rebel to £100 million Sushi Empire | Simon Woodroffe OBE's Extraordinary Life Story
What does it take to build an extraordinary life when you refuse to follow the conventional path?In this episode, John Reynolds sits down with Simon Woodroffe…
Extraordinary Life StoriesSir Martin Sorrell | Business Growth, Hostile Takeovers & the Future of AI
In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories legendary advertising executive and founder of WPP, Sir Martin Sorrell, sits down with John Reynolds to reflect…
Extraordinary Life StoriesThe Truth About Building Octopus Energy | Greg Jackson's Extraordinary Life Story
What does it take to challenge an established industry and build a business that changes the rules? In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, Greg…
Extraordinary Life StoriesSir Ben Ainslie: The Relentless Pursuit of Winning | Extraordinary Life Stories
From being pushed out onto the water alone as an eight-year-old boy to becoming the most successful Olympic sailor in history, Sir Ben Ainslie’s life has been…
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The Story of Goodwood: The Duke Who Turned Heritage into a Global Motorsport Phenomenon | Extraordinary Life Stories
In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds sits down with Charles Gordon‑Lennox, 11th Duke of Richmond in the historic surroundings of…
Extraordinary Life StoriesFrom Barman to 210 Private Jets | George Galanopoulos on Extraordinary Life Stories
What does it take to build a global private aviation business from a single aircraft?In this episode, George Galanopoulos, CEO of Luxaviation UK, shares the…
Extraordinary Life StoriesShe Walked Away From Olympic Glory | Rebecca Achieng Ajulu-Bushell's Extraordinary Life Story
What happens when you walk away from the dream everyone else expects you to fulfil?Rebecca Achieng Ajulu-Bushell was a British swimming champion, a world…
Extraordinary Life Stories“We Can Make Astronaut Suits, But Not Adaptive Fashion” | Victoria Ann Jenkins on ELS
In this episode, Victoria Ann Jenkins, founder of Unhidden and a pioneering adaptive fashion designer, joins the conversation to discuss her mission to make…
Extraordinary Life Stories“You Cannot Sit There and Wait to Be Spotted” | Siân Welby's Extraordinary Life Story
In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds sits down with broadcaster, presenter and Capital Breakfast host Siân Welby for a candid…
Extraordinary Life Stories“AI Should Teach You, Not Replace You” | Author of The Lean Startup, Eric Ries | Extraordinary Life Stories
In this powerful episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds sits down with bestselling author, entrepreneur and The Lean Startup creator Eric Ries…
Extraordinary Life Stories"You Can Achieve That And Feel Empty" | WBO World Middleweight Champion Denzel Bentley's Extraordinary Life Story
In this powerful episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds sits down with professional boxer and world middleweight champion Denzel Bentley to…
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Born Different, Never Held Back | Sir James Wates
In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, hosted by John Reynolds, Sir James Wates shares the remarkable story behind his extraordinary career, from…
Extraordinary Life StoriesFrom War Zones to the Sports Board Room: The Extraordinary Life of Vicky Gosling OBE
What happens when a career in the Royal Air Force leads to one of the most important sporting movements of the modern era? In this episode of Extraordinary…
Extraordinary Life StoriesThe Man Who Designs Icons, Ian Callum CBE | Extraordinary Life Stories
Long before he became one of the world’s most celebrated automotive designers, Ian Callum was a schoolboy in Dumfries with a very simple ambition: to design…
Extraordinary Life StoriesTHE CONGO IS MY MOST DANGEROUS CHALLENGE YET | Ash Dykes | Extraordinary Life Stories
What does it take to keep going when your body is telling you to stop? Ash Dykes is a five-time world record holder, explorer and extreme adventurer who has…
Extraordinary Life StoriesSaving 1 Million Trees: The Cheeky Panda Story | Julie Chen
What happens when you look at one of the most ordinary products in our homes and ask: surely there’s a better way? In this episode, Julie Chen, co-founder and…
Extraordinary Life Stories'Moddy' Modestas Mankus on AI, Entrepreneurship | Extraordinary Life Stories
What does success really mean in a world being transformed by AI? In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds sits down with entrepreneur…
Extraordinary Life StoriesThe Secret to Spotting Great Entrepreneurs | Tom Teichman | Extraordinary Life Stories
What makes someone an extraordinary entrepreneur and how do you spot that potential before anyone else does? In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories…
Extraordinary Life StoriesNicola Chapman | From YouTube Pioneer to Surviving MS | Extraordinary Life Stories
Nicola Chapman was one of YouTube’s original influencers, long before “influencer” was even a word. What began as a way to help people learn how to do their…
Extraordinary Life StoriesShe Went Viral Overnight, Now She’s Taking Over Sport | Extraordinary Life Stories
What happens when relentless ambition meets an unexpected moment that changes everything? In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds sits…
Extraordinary Life StoriesAbi Hookway | Single Mum to Multi-Million Property Investor | Extraordinary Life Stories
From a single mum with two young children and £24,000 of credit card debt to building a property portfolio worth more than £10 million, Abi Hookway’s story is…
Extraordinary Life StoriesThe Future of Leadership, AI & Success | Dr Nicola Hodson | Extraordinary Life Stories
What does it take to lead at the highest level in a world being transformed by AI? In this episode, John Reynolds sits down with Dr Nicola Hodson, former Chair…
Extraordinary Life StoriesMarisa Peer | Everything Changes When You Believe You're Enough | Extraordinary Life Stories
What if the biggest factor determining your happiness, relationships and success is one simple belief: "I am enough." In this deeply insightful episode of…
Extraordinary Life StoriesNimsdai Purja | "Nothing is Impossible" | Extraordinary Life Stories
Some people change the world through what they achieve. The rarest people change it through what they help the rest of us believe we can achieve. When I sat…
Extraordinary Life StoriesRachel Robertson: Racing Against the Odds and the F1 Academy | Extraordinary Life Stories
At just 18 years old, Rachel Robertson is already proving that extraordinary stories don't always take decades to unfold. In this inspiring episode of…
Extraordinary Life StoriesJenni Falconer | From Blind Date to Broadcasting, Business & Building a Life You Love
Broadcaster, journalist, entrepreneur and fitness advocate Jenni Falconer joins John Reynolds for an inspiring conversation about a career that's spanned more…
Extraordinary Life StoriesAngela Rippon | 60 Years on Screen & Why Dance Could Change Your Life | Extraordinary Life Stories
For six decades, Angela Rippon has been one of Britain's most trusted broadcasters. From reading the news to presenting Come Dancing, Strictly Come Dancing…
Extraordinary Life StoriesMick McCarthy | Leadership, Loyalty & the Relentless Drive to Win | Extraordinary Life Stories
What does it really take to lead at the very highest level of football? In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, host John Reynolds sits down with former…
Extraordinary Life StoriesTom Glanfield: From Sleeping in the Office to Selling a 400-Person Business and now going again
Tom Glanfield built a recruitment business from scratch, sleeping in the office, creating an alter ego to overcome being underestimated, and eventually growing…
Extraordinary Life StoriesKit Birks: Walking 5,000 Miles Across Europe to Save Lives | Extraordinary Life Stories
What would drive someone to walk nearly 5,000 miles, alone, across the entire length of Europe? In this extraordinary episode of Extraordinary Life Stories…
Extraordinary Life StoriesDr Nik Kotecha OBE: From Refugee to Business Empire | Why Success Means Giving Back
Dr Nik Kotecha OBE arrived in the UK as a six-year-old refugee with his family after fleeing Uganda. Decades later, he built one of Britain's most successful…
Extraordinary Life StoriesToby Anstis | Finding Where You Belong | Extraordinary Life Stories
From the outside, Toby Anstis has spent decades as one of Britain's most recognisable radio voices, warm, confident and effortlessly entertaining. But behind…
Extraordinary Life StoriesPeter Higgins co-founder of Charles Tyrwhitt | Extraordinary Life Stories
What does it take to turn a simple idea into one of Britain's best-known menswear brands? In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories with John Reynolds…
Extraordinary Life StoriesJames Sutton: From TV Fame to Finding Purpose | Extraordinary Life Stories
Actor James Sutton spent over 20 years on British television, building a successful career while privately battling panic attacks, addiction, anxiety and a…
Extraordinary Life StoriesJodie Kidd | Supermodel, Racing Driver & Finding Happiness | Extraordinary Life Stories
From becoming one of the world's most recognisable supermodels to, professional showjumping, polo, racing cars, presenting television and rebuilding life on…
Extraordinary Life StoriesRuby Wax | Episode 2 | Extraordinary Life Stories
In this fascinating return appearance on Extraordinary Life Stories, comedian, broadcaster, bestselling author and mental health campaigner Ruby Wax sits down…
Extraordinary Life StoriesCalum Scott | From HR to Wembley Arena | Extraordinary Life Stories
In this deeply honest episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds sits down with global music star Calum Scott for a raw conversation about rejection…
Extraordinary Life StoriesLara Acosta | From Unknown to Building a Million-Pound Personal Brand | Extraordinary Life Stories
When Lara Acosta left university, she wasn't a celebrity, an industry insider, or someone with a ready-made audience. What she did have was a determination to…
Extraordinary Life StoriesAngie Greaves | The Voice Behind the Mic | Extraordinary Life Stories
In this deeply insightful and uplifting conversation, legendary radio presenter Angie Greaves opens up about her remarkable journey from an HR department at…
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Chloe Targett-Adams | corporate lawyer to one of the most influential women in global sport
What does it take to thrive at the highest level of global sport? In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds talks with Chloe Targett-Adams…
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From Set D to CEO: Liam Condon CEO of Johnson Matthey on Extraordinary Life Stories
In this powerful conversation, Johnson Matthey CEO Liam Condon shares the life experiences that shaped his leadership journey, from struggling at school in…
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Jonathan Warburton, The King of Crumpets: Building a British Icon One Loaf at a Time | The Warburton Story | Extraordinary Life Stories
In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories with John Reynolds, Jonathan Warburton shares the remarkable story behind one of Britain’s most loved brands…
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Stephen Fry | Extraordinary Life Stories
In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories John Reynolds sits down with Sir Stephen Fry. Stephen is an English actor, broadcaster, comedian, director…
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Frankie Brady | The Air We Ignore | Extraordinary Life Stories
In this eye-opening episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds sits down with air quality scientist turned entrepreneur Frankie Brady to uncover the…
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Lewis Moody: Rugby, Resilience, Purpose & Facing MND | Extraordinary Life Stories
Former England Rugby World Cup winner, British & Irish Lion, and one of the game's most fearless competitors, Lewis Moody joins John Reynolds for one of the…
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James Warnock | Resilience, Social Media & Building a Meaningful Life | Extraordinary Life Stories
In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds talks with James Warnock. In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds talks with…
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Paul Drechsler CBE | What Great Leaders Understand About People | Extraordinary Life Stories
Paul Drechsler CBE shares an extraordinary journey from the son of a Czech refugee in Dublin to leading global companies across Europe, the US, and Brazil in…
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David Dein: The Man Who Changed Football Forever | Extraordinary Life Stories
In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds sits down with legendary football executive David Dein, the visionary behind the Premier League…
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Andy Wilman | The Man Behind Top Gear, The Grand Tour & Clarkson’s Farm
Andy Wilman has spent decades shaping some of the most successful shows in television history, often from behind the scenes. As the creative force alongside…
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Lord Karan Bilimoria founder of Cobra Beer | Extraordinary Life Stories
In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds talks with Lord Karan Bilimoria to discuss the journey of a Zoroastrian Parsi entrepreneur who…
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Myleene Klass | Full Episode | From Pop to Purpose, Motherhood, Music, and Making Change
In this full length episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds sits down with broadcaster, musician, author and campaigner Myleene Klass for a…
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Sir Iain Duncan Smith | Extraordinary Life Stories
In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, host John Reynolds is joined by Sir Iain Duncan Smith for an open and reflective conversation about a life…
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Sir Kenneth Olisa | Extraordinary Life Stories
In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds talks with Sir Kenneth Olisa. Sir Kenneth is a British businessman, philanthropist and…
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Rory Sutherland | Extraordinary Life Stories
In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds talks with Rory Sutherland. Rory is a British advertising executive. He is the vice chairman of…
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From Market Stall Trader to Dragons' Den Dragon: The Extraordinary Life Story of Susie Ma
In this powerful episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds sits down with entrepreneur and Tropic Skincare founder Susie Ma to uncover the deeply…
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From Accountant to Premier League Chairman: Cliff Crown’s Extraordinary Life Stories
In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds sits down with Cliff Crown, Chairman of Brentford Football Club, whose journey from a…
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Jonny Wilkinson CBE | Extraordinary Life Stories
In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds talks with English rugby legend and former international fly-half, Jonny Wilkinson CBE.
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Jeff Mostyn | Extraordinary Life Stories
In this episode John Reynolds invites Jeff Mostyn back into the studio for the first ever second recording. From the Brink: AFC Bournemouth Football Club's…
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Rob Rinder MBE | Extraordinary Life Stories
In this episode of Extraordinary Life Stories, John Reynolds talks with Rob Rinder MBE. Sometimes known as Judge Rinder, Rob a British criminal barrister and…