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Extraordinary Life Stories

John Reynolds | Entrepreneur
Leadership
Mental Health
Centre For Social Justice
Football
Entrepreneurship
AFC Bournemouth
Mindfulness
Formula One
IFS
Miscarriage
Motor Neurone Disease
Warburtons
Air Quality
Goodwood Estate
Festival Of Speed
Premier League
Tropic Skincare
Jeff Mostyn
Absolute Collagen
Damon Hill

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 fam... more

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Charles, 11th Duke of Richmond
The Duke of Richmond, a hereditary titleholder and entrepreneur driving Goodwood's festivals and diversified estate ventures
Goodwood Estate
Episode: The Story of Goodwood: The Duke Who Turned Heritage into a Global Motorsport Phenomenon | Extraordinary Life Stories
Jonathan Warburton
Baker from Bolton in Lancashire; fifth/soon-to-be sixth-generation leader of Warburtons
Warburtons
Episode: Jonathan Warburton, The King of Crumpets: Building a British Icon One Loaf at a Time | The Warburton Story | Extraordinary Life Stories
Frankie Brady
Air quality scientist and entrepreneur
AeroLabs
Episode: Frankie Brady | The Air We Ignore | Extraordinary Life Stories
Lewis Moody
Former professional rugby player turned charity advocate and entrepreneur
My Name'5 Doddie Foundation; former England rugby player
Episode: Lewis Moody: Rugby, Resilience, Purpose & Facing MND | Extraordinary Life Stories
James Warnock
Influencer and entrepreneur focused on resilience and meaningful living
Independent/Entrepreneur
Episode: James Warnock | Resilience, Social Media & Building a Meaningful Life | Extraordinary Life Stories
Paul Drechsler
Business leader; former CEO and chairman involved in education and philanthropy
Various (including Teach First, The Felix Project)
Episode: Paul Drechsler CBE | What Great Leaders Understand About People | Extraordinary Life Stories
David Dein
Former Arsenal vice-chairman and influential football administrator
Arsenal, Premier League, FA
Episode: David Dein: The Man Who Changed Football Forever | Extraordinary Life Stories
Andy Wilman
TV producer known for Top Gear, The Grand Tour, and Clarkson's Farm
Andy Wilman / Top Gear / Grand Tour
Episode: Andy Wilman | The Man Behind Top Gear, The Grand Tour & Clarkson’s Farm
Karan Bilimoria
Lord Bilimoria, founder of Cobra Beer
Cobra Beer
Episode: Lord Karan Bilimoria founder of Cobra Beer | Extraordinary Life Stories

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Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 5 ratings
  • Fantastic work!!

    Omg I’m 2 episodes down Heston and Stephen fry , wow so good so interesting, good job!! British girl living in oz xx

    Apple Podcasts
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    Liane Turner
    Australiaa year ago

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The conversations feel candid and human, not showy or performative.
High-quality storytelling with a strong mix of topics and diverse guests.
Guests are compelling and well-prepared, offering concrete lessons for leaders.
Sponsors feel integrated rather than intrusive, adding value to the episodes.

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#226
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Adi Sehgal on the Age of AI | Extraordinary Life Stories
Q: Saying you want to build a world where AI serves humanity, how do you plan to get there in practical terms?
By creating tools and platforms that harness AI to improve everyday life, upskill people, and enable autonomous growth while keeping humans at the center.
Darren Roos Chairman of IFS.ai | Extraordinary Life Stories
Q: How do you balance leadership duties with personal life?
By building a multi-legged approach to life—work, family, personal passions, and faith—ensuring that each leg supports the others and that you protect time for yourself and loved ones.
Darren Roos Chairman of IFS.ai | Extraordinary Life Stories
Q: What makes a good CEO, in your view?
A good CEO works incredibly hard, loves what they do, leads with authenticity, communicates clearly, and creates value for employees, customers, and investors alike rather than chasing glamour.
Darren Roos Chairman of IFS.ai | Extraordinary Life Stories
Q: Tell me, who is Darren Roos?
Darren is a South African-born technology leader who has led large software businesses, then became chairman of IFS, with a track record of driving growth and digital transformation across global enterprises.
Ruby Wax | Extraordinary Life Stories
Q: How did mindfulness become central to your work?
She explains that mindfulness began as a personal need during mental health challenges and evolved into a tool supported by neuroscience, enabling her to manage thoughts, reduce reactivity, and connect more effectively with others.

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This show curates in-depth conversations with high-achievers and thought leaders across business, sport, arts, and public life, focusing on resilience, leadership, purpose, and practical takeaways. Episodes spotlight authentic storytelling, mentorship, and real-world lessons drawn from long careers, personal trials, and societal impact. A notable strength is the breadth of guests—from corporate pioneers to cultural icons—paired with a candid, human-centered interviewing style that offers actionable insights for listeners aiming to lead with intention, balance family and work, and make a broader positive impact. The format often blends personal history with leadership lessons and strategic thinking, making it useful for founders, executives,... more

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1. Charles, 11th Duke of Richmond
2. Jonathan Warburton
3. Frankie Brady
4. Lewis Moody
5. James Warnock
6. Paul Drechsler
7. David Dein
8. Andy Wilman

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