The 4 O'Clock Club

Lead From The Front

Episode 65 – From the Front Line to Battleborne | Ash’s Story In this powerful episode, we sit down with Ash, our second male guest, to talk honestly about identity, discipline, and rebuilding life after the military. Raised in Stoke-on-Trent by a single mum, Ash shares what it was like growing up mixed-race, feeling like an outsider, and searching for belonging. That search led him to the army at just 18, where he served 16 years in the infantry, rose to Sergeant, and completed two frontline deployments to Afghanistan. Ash opens up about: How the military gave him structure, brotherhood, and purpose Switching off emotion under pressure and trusting training The brutal reality of transitioning out of the army and losing identity Why leaving in 2022 was harder than combat itself Fatherhood being the turning point that changed everything From that struggle, Battleborn was born. What started as helping two friends transform their fitness quickly became something deeper — a mindset-led program built on discipline, routine, accountability, and leading by example. Ash breaks down why motivation isn’t enough, how daily habits shape your life, and why most people fail without accountability. #The4OClockClub #Battleborn #Mindset #Discipline #MilitaryToCivvy #Accountability #MensMentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #LeadFromTheFront

Christmas Spirit

It’s just the two of us this week — Sarah & Zara — and we’re diving head-first (well… one of us is!) into the festive season. Sarah is ALL IN on Christmas: lights up, tree decorated, playlists on repeat, full elf mode activated. Zara… not quite there yet. More “I’ll get festive when I’m ready” vibes. Join us for a cosy, funny, very real chat about: * What gets us into the Christmas spirit * The pressure to feel festive * Traditions we love (and ones we could happily ditch) * How to protect your peace during the busiest season of the year Grab a brew, pop on your fairy lights, and settle in for a warm, giggly, very Christmassy episode — even if you’re not feeling it yet.

Survive or Thrive

Episode 63 of The 4 O’Clock Club and we’re joined by online coach Katie Grasby – and this one is a proper booster. 💥 Katie chats with us about: How she helps women feel stronger, fitter and more confident through online coaching Building healthy habits that actually fit around real life (kids, work, chaos and all) Body image, confidence and learning to be kinder to yourself Why mindset is the missing piece for most women when it comes to lasting change If you’ve ever felt stuck, fallen off the wagon for the 100th time, or struggled to put you anywhere near the top of the list, this episode is for you. 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe to The 4 O’Clock Club for more honest, unfiltered conversations with women who get it. 👇 CONNECT WITH KATIE GRASBY Instagram: @katie_grasbypt 👇 CONNECT WITH US Instagram: @the4oclockclub #The4OClockClub #KatieGrasby #OnlineCoach #WomensHealth #WomensWellbeing #MindsetMatters #FemaleEmpowerment

The Nearly Girl

Join us for another empowering episode of The 4 O’Clock Club, where we sit down with the incredible Sophie Wright Sophie is a presenter, author, and DJ who’s carving out her own powerful space in the world of broadcasting and storytelling. In this episode, she opens up about her creative journey, the challenges she’s overcome, and what drives her to keep pushing boundaries in every area of her work. Expect honest conversation, laughter, inspiration, and a deeper look into what it really takes to build a multi-hyphenate career as a woman in the media industry. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more empowering conversations every week. #The4OClockClub #SophieWright #SoWrightPresents #Podcast #WomenEmpowerment #FemaleCreators #Author #Presenter #DJ

Choose Yourself - with Dr Mumta Jilka

Episode 61 with guest Dr Mumta JilkaJoin us for a deep-dive conversation with one of the UK’s top dental entrepreneurs, Dr Mumta Jilka — as she opens up about resilience, reinvention and mental strength in the face of business turbulence. From scaling her practice, navigating the mood swings of success and crisis, to empowering herself and her team to thrive — this episode is for anyone ready to step into their own power and manage the grind without losing their spark. Tune in and get ready to reset, recharge … and rise.