The Sports Diary

Josh Wharmby - Kelly Rowland Knows My Name!

In this episode, we follow our guest’s journey from dancing at age five in his parents’ studio to his first major break on The X Factor at 18, an opportunity that turned one week of work into seven and launched his professional career. He opens up about the turning point of shifting from performer to choreographer, the pressure to stay relevant, and the mental challenges that come with quiet seasons in the industry. We also highlight career milestones including working with Brian Friedman, choreographing for Kelly Rowland, dancing for P!nk and Sabrina Carpenter, contributing to Netflix projects, and building his own dance company of 100+ dancers. Now a 34-year-old dad, he’s ready to talk about it all.

Dr Paul Mansell - Performance Psychologist

Today we’re joined by performance psychologist Dr. Paul Mansell, whose passion for understanding the mental side of sport began at just 11 years old—during his own district football trials, where the pressure of performance first sparked his curiosity in sports psychology. In this episode, we dive into Dr. Mansell’s research, publications, and upcoming projects, exploring how mindset, resilience, and focus shape athletic success. Plus, you’ll pick up a few practical tips you can start applying to your own life—whether you’re an athlete or simply aiming to perform at your best.

Josh Faulds - From Rugby Roots to Hurdles Heights

Today we're joined by dual-sport standout Josh Faulds, whose athletic journey began on the rugby pitch before he found his stride in track and field. From County Rugby and the Leicester Tigers Academy to national 400m hurdles finals, Josh balanced both sports at a high level—until one took the lead. Since making his England debut in 2017, he’s become a mainstay in the UK hurdles scene, climbing steadily through the ranks. This season, he’s hit new heights with a British indoor silver, a European relay bronze, and a breakout performance at the World Relays in China. Now just 0.09 seconds shy of the World Championships qualifying mark, he’s eyeing his biggest season yet.

Beatrice Rogers - Breaking Barriers In Women's Football

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with footballer and content creator Beatrice Rogers — one of the youngest athletes we've had on the podcast. Beatrice shares her incredible journey from playing football with the boys at school to making history as the first girl selected for her school's team. Now sponsored by Under Armour and with a growing platform online, Beatrice opens up about her path through the FA Advanced Coaching Centre and playing for clubs like Stevenage, Cambridge United, and London Seaward. Tune in for an honest conversation about breaking down barriers, balancing sport and social media, and what it takes to chase big dreams at a young age.

Chanice Sumners - From Set Back To Come Back

Chanice began her powerlifting journey in 2021 and has quickly become a force in the sport. After overcoming a back injury in 2022 that took her out for 8 weeks, she returned stronger than ever—hitting massive personal bests and showing incredible resilience. For Chanice, powerlifting has been more than just physical—it’s been a path of mental growth and healing. In 2025, she proudly made her debut representing Team England.