Richard Whitehead MBE: Marathon World Records, Double Paralympic Gold and Championing Disability Advocacy

Richard Whitehead MBE: Marathon World Records, Double Paralympic Gold and Championing Disability Advocacy

In this episode (#29), I had the absolute honour of sitting down with Richard Whitehead MBE - double Paralympic Gold Medalist, multiple-time World and European Champion and an all-round inspiration - to unpack a truly magnificent career spent breaking barriers and setting world records 🏃‍♂️🔥 From conquering the 200m sprint to recently dominating the Marathon, breaking his own World Record within 15 days... Richard’s journey is a masterclass in resilience and sheer determination. We dive deep into his legendary achievements on the track and get his powerful, unfiltered insights into advocacy, inclusion and what it takes to be a true role model. We Cover: 🥇 Double Paralympic Glory: What it felt like to win double Gold and double Silver medals for Great Britain on the biggest stage of all. 🏃‍♂️ Smashing World Records: His recent, unbelievable world record runs at the Milan and London Marathons, and his relentless drive to secure a third in Chicago with his 'POWER 300' Initiative 🤝 The Richard Whitehead Foundation: His incredible work creating opportunities, breaking down barriers and championing disability inclusion in sport and beyond. 🧠 Mental Health & Resilience: Richard's honest thoughts on mental well being, overcoming adversity and using his platform to advocate for others. 🎤 Inspiring the Next Generation: Unbelievable stories, insights and life lessons from his career as an elite athlete and public speaker. From the Paralympic podium... to the finish lines of the world's greatest marathons... to changing lives through his foundation, Richard Whitehead has truly seen and done it all. Beyond the medals and milestones, this episode is packed with brilliant inspiration, sharp insights, and a reminder of the sheer power of the human spirit. This is a fascinating conversation that absolutely anyone looking for motivation simply cannot miss. If you love incredible sporting achievements, powerful stories of resilience and pure, unfiltered inspiration, this one is special 🙌🏃‍♂️ LISTEN ON: SPOTIFY: https://shorturl.at/6vpPz ITUNES: https://shorturl.at/qvwxE AMAZON: https://shorturl.at/ESC6W CASTBOX: https://shorturl.at/ls96X Hit up our friends at www.arcadecity.co.uk for the SICK Arcade machine! Interested in your own product placement or sponsorship dealio, 📩 Email: pezzadox1@gmail.com 🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ► @Pezzadox ADD US ON: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thepezzadox/ Find The Pezzadox: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Pezzadox Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pezzadox Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepezzadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553312957145 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/pezzadox TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pezzadox Kyle Perry: https://x.com/iamkyleperry #ThePezzadoxShow #RichardWhitehead #Paralympics #TeamGB #WorldRecord #Marathon #LondonMarathon #ChicagoMarathon #GoldMedalist #Inclusion #DisabilityAdvocate #MentalHealthMatters #Resilience #Inspiration #Podcast #RunningCommunity #runner #disability #mentalhealth #disabled #motivational #Marathon #TeamGB #England #MBE #KylePerry ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Aston Villa Legend! European Cup | Super Cup & League Winner | England Capped - Tony Morley

In this episode, I had the absolute honour of sitting down with Tony Morley - an Aston Villa legend, European champion and former England international - to unpack a magnificent career spent playing with and against the absolute best players of all time ⚽🔥 From conquering English football to reaching the very pinnacle of Europe, Tony’s journey is a masterclass in skill and footballing history. We dive deep into his legendary era at Villa Park and get his unfiltered thoughts on the modern game. We Cover: 🦁 Aston Villa's Current Success: His take on Villa's recent rise and how it compares to his iconic era winning the Top Division title. 🏆 The Pinnacle of Europe: What it felt like to lift both the European Cup and the European Super Cup during a golden age for the club. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 The International Stage: Earning his England caps and sharing the pitch with the undisputed greats of world football. 🖥️ The Modern Game & VAR: Tony’s honest, no-nonsense thoughts on the state of football today and the impact of technology. 📖 Unbelievable Dressing Room Stories: Incredible, never-before-heard insights, laughs and memories from a fascinating career. From local grounds... to the top of the First Division... to the peak of European glory, Tony Morley has truly seen and done it all. Beyond the trophies and milestones, this episode is packed with brilliant nostalgia, sharp insights, and a reminder of what made the beautiful game so special. This is a fascinating conversation that any die-hard football fan simply cannot miss. If you love football heritage, Aston Villa and pure, unfiltered football stories, this one is special 🙌⚽ Interested in your own product placement or sponsorship dealio, 📩 Email: pezzadox1@gmail.com 🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ► @Pezzadox ADD US ON: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thepezzadox/ Find The Pezzadox: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Pezzadox #astonvilla #thevillans #villa #football #soccer #europeancup #championsleague #europeanchampions #tonymorley #kyleperry #diagomaradona #bobbycharlton #premierleague #supercup #england #worldcup #fyp #stories #dressingroombanter #goldenera Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pezzadox Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepezzadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553312957145 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/pezzadox TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pezzadox Kyle Perry: https://x.com/iamkyleperry ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Gay Pride, TikTok Fame and Dealing with Grief: Jack Harrison-Holt

In episode 27, I sat down with our incredible guest, Jack Harrison-Holt, a talented actor who has recently skyrocketed to fame across social media and TikTok. He has built a highly engaged audience through his hilarious TikTok skits, brilliant character work, and unapologetic authenticity. From the whirlwind of finding sudden internet stardom to navigating the heavy reality of loss, Jack opens up about a journey that balances pure entertainment with raw vulnerability. A fantastic conversation full of heart, soul, and lots of campness… and it’s safe to say, this one is an absolute joy to listen to. We Cover: 🏳️‍🌈 A passion for Gay Pride – a deep dive into his love for the community and the importance of celebrating who you are. 🎭 The breakthrough – how his background as an actor helped him find sudden fame across social media and TikTok. 🎬 The genius behind his TikTok skits – and where he finds the inspiration to bring his hilarious character work to life. 🕷️ Conquering fears – the hilarious (and very real) story of how he finally got over his fear of spiders. 💔 Our shared journey with grief – an honest, vulnerable conversation about loss, healing, and the experiences that connect us all. ✨ Bringing the camp – why injecting heart, soul and camp into everything he does is his ultimate superpower. 📱 The reality of the spotlight – balancing life as a working actor with the new pressures of social media fame. This episode dives into the intersections of comedy, identity, overcoming personal hurdles and what it really means to navigate grief while keeping a smile on your face. Heartfelt, hilarious and wonderfully camp… this is one you won’t want to miss. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

She Accidentally Became Tik Tok Famous...And Here's How! | Davina Dickson #AuntiePod

In episode 26, I sat down with our incredible guest, a creator who skyrocketed to viral success, proving you can become Tik Tok famous without losing yourself to the algorithm. She has built a massive community of 1.9 million followers through her hilarious comedy skits, deeply relatable content, and her beautiful art. From the initial shock of going viral overnight to the hidden realities of navigating anxiety behind the screen, Davina opens up about a journey that looks perfect on the outside but is deeply human on the inside… and it’s safe to say, this one is a breath of fresh air. We Cover: ⚠️ The moment she went viral – and how everything changed almost overnight, thanks to Auntie POD 📱 Becoming Tik Tok famous without letting 1.9 million followers dictate her self-worth. 🎭 The genius behind her comedy skits – and where she finds the inspiration for her most relatable content. 🧠 Battling anxiety – and the heavy pressure of having millions of eyes on you when you’re struggling offline. 🎨 Her art – how creativity became her ultimate escape and healing mechanism. 😳 The reality of internet fame… and the struggle to protect her peace and privacy. ❤️ Confidence, imposter syndrome and staying grounded when the internet expects you to be perfect. 🔥 How she turned her deepest vulnerabilities into content that makes millions feel less alone. This episode dives into internet culture, mental health, creative expression and what it really means to stay true to yourself when the whole world is watching. Honest, hilarious and incredibly relatable… this is one you won’t want to miss. LISTEN ON: SPOTIFY: https://shorturl.at/6vpPz ITUNES: https://shorturl.at/qvwxE AMAZON: https://shorturl.at/ESC6W CASTBOX: https://shorturl.at/ls96X Hit up our friends at www.arcadecity.co.uk for the SICK Arcade machine! Interested in your own product placement or sponsorship dealio, 📩 Email: pezzadox1@gmail.com 🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ► @Pezzadox ADD US ON: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thepezzadox/ Find The Pezzadox: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Pezzadox Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pezzadox Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepezzadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553312957145 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/pezzadox TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pezzadox Kyle Perry: https://x.com/iamkyleperry #Auntiepod #davinadickson #tiktok #influencer #socialmedia #marketing #socialmarketing #kyleperry #skits #comedy #comedian ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Inside the Mind of John Ledward: The Episode They Didn’t Want Us to Film!

Step into the weird, wild and wonderful world of The Pezzadox Show! we sit down with Stafford and Birmingham's very own TikTok sensation, John Ledward. Get ready for an episode like no other. Here is a taste of what we get into: 🦖 The truth about Dinosaurs 👽 Aliens, UFOs and the great unknown 🤖 The future of AI 🎬 Our shared obsession with movies 🌟 John's deep admiration for celebrity culture and the King of Pop, Michael Jackson! This is a fantastic, unfiltered conversation you do not want to miss. LISTEN ON: SPOTIFY: https://shorturl.at/6vpPz ITUNES: https://shorturl.at/qvwxE AMAZON: https://shorturl.at/ESC6W CASTBOX: https://shorturl.at/ls96X Hit up our friends at www.arcadecity.co.uk for the SICK Arcade machine! Interested in your own product placement or sponsorship dealio, 📩 Email: pezzadox1@gmail.com 🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ► @Pezzadox ADD US ON: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thepezzadox/ Find The Pezzadox: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Pezzadox Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pezzadox Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepezzadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553312957145 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/pezzadox TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pezzadox Kyle Perry: https://x.com/iamkyleperry #Johnledward #Stafford #Wolverhampton #Cannock #Birmingham #Lichfield #Walsall #Dinosaurs #Ledward #xfactor #Kyleperry #Pezza #PZADX #pezzadox #pezzatron #podcast #talkshow #albertschloss #michaeljackson #ai ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.