The Be Braver Podcast

Hello, we're closing season 2 with a very special episode in which Josie builds a confidence jar for Annie....and at the same time shows how we all can do the same at home.It's a technique to boost confidence and self-esteem and is easy to replicate.The jar is for Annie who will start 2026 taking on an endurance challenge and it's there to dip in to when there are moments of doubt.You'll hear Josie asking Annie about her strengths, skills, setbacks she's overcome and successes she's proud of.We'd just like to say a big thank you for all of your support during the last 12 months. We wish you a Happy Christmas and a braver 2026! Please keep in touch on insta @bebraverpod and we'll see you in a couple of months.

Today's guest is Richard Whitehead who so many different insights in to bravery and living life with no limits. Richard was born with no legs and has gone on to be a double Paralympic Gold medal winner in 200m, a world record holder in marathon and a competitor in many TV shows such as Hunted and Splash, the celebrity diving show.His story is one about taking on the norm from an early age. His parents fought hard to get him to be able to do school sport. He then went on to work in sports coaching. He's a charity fund-raiser, an active volunteer and has carried out humanitarian work in some of the world's troubled areas. A great believer in giving back to society.Thanks for listening and supporting our podcast. You can follow us on instagram too on @bebraverpod

Today's podcast is a really powerful chat with someone Annie has known for a long time. Siri Lindley became World Triathlon Champion whilst she was training alongside Annie. But that's just part of Siri's story.Siri's family life was shaken as a young girl when her parents separated and she and her sister found their mother trying to commit suicide.Siri's suffered anxiety and OCD during her life and being diagnosed with acute myeloid eukaemia left her with another harrowing time.But she remains so positive and wanting to make a difference. She and her wife set up Believe Ranch and Rescue to save former rodeo horse that were heading to slaughterSo much to take from this - the power of gratitude, redefining fear and looking for meaning.We'd love you to subscribe and follow the podcast and connect with us on instagram @bebraverpod

Our guest today is someone who has played sport at the highest level!Charlie Hodgson is a former England international rugby player. He marked his debut with a national record-breaking 44 individual points...just missing out on a world record. He ended up with 38 caps. It would have been many more but he suffered from some serious injuries, including 2 ACL's, which kept him on the sidelines for long periods.Charlie now uses his elite sport experience to support businesses and he founded rugby buddy, an academy offering mindset training and skills coaching.He tells Annie and Josie about being brave at rugby, which at times is sink or swim. He draws on his experiences to give thoughts on life, sport and parenting...he's got 5 children! The chat moves on to dealing with pressure, the importance of breathing and taking control.Thanks for listening. We'd really appreciate a review and rating if you have time. And please keep in touch with us on instagram @bebraverpod

Today's guest is Michael Caulfield who's an experienced sports psychologist with quite a story! It's a special pod for us as we all met in person at a studio in West London and the outcome is a terrific podcast.Michael has quite a story. He developed an early love of horse racing and went on to work in a stable yard before a chance meeting saw him become Chief Executive of the Professional Jockeys Association.After 15 years in the job he retrained as a Sports Psychologist following a conversation with champion jockey AP McCoy.Michael calls himself a 'dustman' in his work - he takes the rubbish away from the clients he works with. He has a very authentic view of life and tries to make it simple...with a great belief in face to face communication and conversation.We love to hear from you on instagram @bebraverpodThanks for listening!