The Feel Good Hour - Live And Uncut Podcast

FEEL GOOD HOUR - SERIES 3, SHOW 1 - HAPPINESS, MAY 2026

Live, Uncut and Straight Talking - The Feel Good Hour Launches With a New Take on Happiness London 7th May 2026… The Feel Good Hour, has launched with a bold, stripped-back format - recorded live in one take with no edits - tackling real-life problems with practical tools that work, starting with a challenge to one of the biggest myths around happiness. Hosted by Nigel Jones, best-selling author, life coach and hypnotherapist, alongside broadcaster and well-being advocate Sam Griffin, the show builds on its origins as a radiosegment and steps into a full podcast format. No edits. No second takes. What you hear is exactly what happened. The concept is simple: real-life problems, straight answers, tools that work. Each episode takes a specific challenge - from anxiety and sleep to habits and mindset - and breaks it down into what’s actually going on and, more importantly, what people can do about it in real life. The format is designed to feel like listening in on a live coaching session, with Sam asking the questions listeners are already thinking, and Nigel giving practical, experience-based answers. In this episode we tackle one of the biggest well-being topics: happiness. But instead of repeating the usual advice, the episode challenges one of the most common assumptions peoplestill believe - that happiness comes from what happens to you. Nigel draws on principles from positive psychology, including the PERMA model, alongside his own coaching work and personal experience, to show that happiness is far more influenced by mindset, focus and daily habits than external events. Sam keeps the conversation grounded, cutting through theory and pushing for clarity so the focus stays on what people can actually use. Originally developed from a radio show format, The Feel Good Hour has already built a loyal following and now reaches a growing audience across the UK, Europe, the USA and worldwide. The aim is not to overcomplicate well-being, but to make it practical, accessible and useful. As Nigel puts it: “Overthinking keeps people stuck. Better thinking moves you forward.” Links Website: www.feelgoodhour.com [http://www.feelgoodhour.com] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeH5NI1EWf4 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeH5NI1EWf4] Hosts: Nigel Jones and Sam Griffin   Format: Monthly podcast, recorded live Origin: Developed from a radio show format Audience: (UK, Europe, USA and worldwide) Focus: Practical tools for well-being, mindset and behaviour change About Nigel JonesNigel Jones is a life coach, hypnotherapist and best-selling author of Walking Back to Happiness. He is the founder of 9KM BY 9AM, a coaching programme focused on helping people change habits, improve well-being and live withgreater clarity and purpose. Nigel specialises in areas including alcohol-free living, anxiety, mindset and behaviour change. Website: https://9kmby9am.com [https://9kmby9am.com] Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1915147301/ [https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1915147301/]   About Sam Griffin Sam Griffin is an experienced broadcaster and presenter, and a passionate advocate for well-being and women’s empowerment. She brings a strong journalistic approach to conversations around mental health and personaldevelopment, helping to make complex topics accessible, relevant and engaging.

FEEL GOOD HOUR PODCAST 2026 EPISODE 4 - DREAMS

WE SPEND SIX YEARS OF OUR LIVES DREAMING - BUT WHAT DO THOSE DREAMS MEAN? To mark National Bed Month this March, the Feel Good Hour explores the science, psychology and symbolism of dreams - and what our sleeping minds may be trying to process. March marks National Bed Month, an annual campaign highlighting the importance of good sleep for physical and mental wellbeing. This month, the Feel Good Hour is turning its attention to one of the most fascinating parts of sleep - dreams. Experts estimate that the average person spends around two hours every night dreaming, adding up to almost six years of a lifetime spent inside the dream world. Yet most people know very little about why dreams happen or what they might mean.   On Friday 13 March, 12:30–1:30pm, presenter Sam Griffin explore the topic live on The Feel Good Hour on Radio Ashford, joined by Kent‑based life coach, hypnotherapist and sleep specialist Nigel Jones, author of Walking Back to Happiness and founder of the 9KM BY 9AM well- being movement. During the programme Nigel explores the psychology and science behind dreaming, explaining how dreams can help the brain process emotion, organise memories and sometimes reveal the pressures we are experiencing in waking life. “Dreams are often dismissed as random nonsense,” says Nigel. “But research suggests they play an important role in helping the brain process experiences and emotions. When the conscious mind rests, the unconscious mind continues working.”  The show includes questions such as: -       Why do we dream? -       Are dreams symbolic - and how should we interpret them safely? -       What’s the difference between nightmares, night terrors, sleepwalking and stress‑related dreams? Sam shares a few of her own dreams live on air for Nigel to explore, giving listeners a fascinating insight into how dream symbolism can reflect everyday life experiences. The episode highlights the importance of sleep habits, sleep beliefs and sleep hygiene, with practical tips listeners can try immediately to improve their sleep quality.  “Good sleep is one of the most powerful foundations for mental health,” Nigel adds. “When we improve sleep, we often improve mood, clarity and resilience at the same time.” Recorded LIVE onThe Feel Good Hour on Friday 13 March from 12:30–1:30pm. To learn more about Nigel Jones’ work in hypnotherapy, coaching and sleep improvement, visit www.9kmby9am.com or email nigel@9kmby9am.com.

FEEL GOOD HOUR PODCAST 2026 EPISODE 3 - HOARDING

Welcome to The Feel Good Hour - the show that helps you feel lighter, brighter, and back in the driver’s seat.   With National Old Stuff Day falling on 2 March, we’re talking about hoarding - one of the most misunderstoodmental health conditions.   It’s often dismissed as mess or disorganisation, but for millions of people it’s something far deeper, affecting health, homes and relationships.   Joining Sam, as always, is Nigel Jones - life coach, hypnotherapist, NLP practitioner, author of Walking Back to Happiness, and founder of 9KM BY 9AM. Nigel works with behaviour change at a deep emotional level and helps people make changes that are realistic, compassionate and lasting.   National Old Stuff Day is a timely moment to reflect on our relationship with possessions - why we keep things, what they represent emotionally, and when holding on stops being comforting and starts becoming harmful. This isn’t about blame or forced clear-outs. It’s about understanding and taking small, safe steps forward.   1.     When does “being a bit messy” or “liking to keep things” cross the line into hoarding? 2.    Is hoarding officially recognised as a mental health condition — and how is it classified medically? 3.     What’s really going on underneath hoarding behaviour — what emotional need is being met? 4.    What impact can hoarding have on physicalhealth? 5.    What impact does hoarding have on mental healthover time? 6.    How does hoarding affect partners, children, carers and others around the hoarder? 7.     Is it realistic to tackle hoarding alone — or does it usually need support and structure? 8.    What are some gentle first steps if decluttering feels panic‑inducing? 9.    What can we learn from Japanese and other cultural approaches to possessions and tidying? 10.  Is there a simple, judgement‑free self‑check listeners can do — and one small action for National Old Stuff Day? If something resonated today, remember this: hoarding isn’t about laziness or mess - it’s about emotion, safety and identity. Change doesn’t start with bin bags. It starts with compassion and one small step. If you’d like to find out more about Nigel’s work in coaching, NLP and hypnotherapy, head to 9kmby9am.com oremail nigel@9kmby9am.com [nigel@9kmby9am.com]

FEEL GOOD HOUR PODCAST 2026 EPISODE 2 - RESOLUTIONS CHECK IN

FEEL GOOD HOUR PODCAST - SHOW 2 2026 Resolution Check-In: You’ve Got This Far Mid-January reset • New Year’s resolutions • Dry January The Feel Good Hour Podcast…Recorded LIVE on Radio Ashford on 20th January 2026. As January reaches and passes its midpoint, millions of people across the UK are reassessing their New Year’s resolutions — particularly around health, wellbeing and alcohol. Recent figures suggest that around 72% of UK adults — approximately 39.5 million people - planned to make a New Year’s resolution, with lifestyle change topping the list. Alcohol remains a major focus: more than 17.5 million adults — nearly one in three — planned to take a full month-long break from drinking this January, while around 21% of the UK population say they intend to drink less in 2026. Despite the strong start, this stage of January is where many people begin to doubt themselves. Motivation naturally dips, routines are disrupted, and even small slips can feel like failure — often leading people to abandon their goals altogether. Life coach and hypnotherapist Nigel Jones reframes this moment very differently. “You can only ever run halfway into a field,” says Jones. “After that, you’re running out. If you’ve made it halfway through January, you’ve already done the hardest part. From here on, you’re running toward the finish line — and you can see it.” Research into behaviour change consistently shows that the early weeks of change demand the most mental energy. Habits are unfamiliar, routines haven’t bedded in, and people rely heavily on motivation rather than automatic behaviour. Once this phase passes, consistency becomes easier and momentum begins to build — particularly when change is broken down into small, daily actions rather than all-or-nothing goals. “People think they’ve failed because it doesn’t feel easy yet,” says Nigel. “But it’s not supposed to feel easy at this stage. That doesn’t mean it’s not working.” We talk blips, cravings, Dry January, daily goals, and what really helps people stay on track — without guilt, pressure, or perfectionism. If you’ve slipped, stalled, or just need reassurance, this hour is for you. QUESTIONS INCLUDE We’re halfway through January — why is this the point people wobble most with resolutions? Let’s talk about blips — are they failure, or part of the process? If someone’s had a blip, what’s the healthiest way to respond — mentally and practically? Cravings can hit hard — what’s going on in the brain? In the moment of a craving, what simple tools can help people ride it out? What if someone does fall off the wagon — especially with alcohol — how do they avoid the spiral? With Dry January in mind, what helps people get through the month and maybe keep going? If resolutions are meant to last longer than January, how should people be thinking about change? For anyone thinking “I haven’t done this perfectly” — what’s the one message they need to hear? Hosted on Radio Ashford 107.1 FM, The Feel Good Hour is designed to be accessible, practical and supportive - offering real-life tools listeners can try immediately, without pressure or perfection. #FeelGoodHour #RadioAshford #BeyondResolutions #Goals2026 #DryJanuary #Wellbeing #PersonalGrowth #NigelJones #SamGriffin #9kmby9am

FEEL GOOD HOUR PODCAST 2026 EPISODE 1 - NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS

Highlights from ... The Radio Ashford Feel Good Hour. 2026 Episode 1... Recorded Live on 2nd January 2026A very Happy New Year to you all. It’s great to be back with you as we step into a brand-new year together. January has become a national reset moment. Millions of people across the UK use the new year to rethink habits around health, wellbeing, work–life balance and finances, with initiatives like Dry January highlighting a growing appetite for more mindful, sustainable change rather than quick fixes. While motivation is often high at the start of January, many New Year’s resolutions struggle to last. Not because people lack willpower — but because goals are frequently built on pressure, guilt or all-or-nothing thinking, rather than a realistic plan that fits everyday life.The show is about doing things differently. Joining me, as always, is Nigel Jones — life coach, hypnotherapist, NLP practitioner, bestselling author of Walking Back to Happiness, and founder of the 9KM BY 9AM movement. Today we’re going beyond resolutions and talking about how to design a 2026 blueprint for goals and growth - one that supports your wellbeing, fits your life, and helps change last longer than January. INTERVIEW QUESTIONS 1. What are New Year’s Resolutions & Why do people often find them a struggle to last? 2. Why is it far better to focus on goals rather than a resolution list? 3. How important is reflecting before setting goals for 2026? 4. You talk about ‘Getting Wise About Your Whys’ Can you tell us what it means? 5. What is goal setting to the now? 6. How do small daily actions create momentum that lasts all year? 7. Dry January is huge - how can people give themselves the best chance of success? 8. If someone has a million goals flying around, how do they decide which one to go for first? 9. What role does intention play in shaping the life we want? 10. Why is writing things down such a simple but powerful part of goal setting & self-growth? 11. Why is it important to create a compelling future when setting goals? 12. And to wrap things up with a bang — what are your top feel-good hour goal setting tips? To connect with Nigel, visit 9kmby9am.com or email nigel@9kmby9am.com You’ve been listening to The Feel Good Hour - here to help you start 2026 feeling clearer, calmer, and more in control.