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494 The Stallion Mind with Cat Williams

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you searching for transformation and a sense of belonging? Cat Williams shares her journey from lonely military wife to empowered transformationa...

493 Unlimited Compassion with Sarah Hubbard

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered how to turn brief introductions into conversations that truly matter? In this episode, Sarah Hubbard shares her journey from t...

492 Leading Unapologetically with Alison Maitland and Liz Walker

03 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the key to more impactful leadership isn't learning more but seeing differently? Dr Alison Maitland and Liz Walker explore how vertical develo...

491 Give Kids a Purpose with Tina Feigal

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how to truly reconnect with your child when everything feels overwhelming? Parent coach Tina Feigal shares how her own turbulent childho...

490 Forgiveness Heals Toxicity with Dr Jane Lewis

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the key to healing lies in forgiveness, alignment and an unexpected spiritual awakening? Dr Jane Lewis reveals how ancient Hawaiian wisdom gui...

489 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Reflection paired with action creates genuine growth and fulfilment. In this episode, I bring together inspiring reflections with actions from episod...

488 Investing with Purpose with Barnaby Wiener

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Can business and charity work hand in hand? Barnaby Wiener, founder of Treebeard Trust, believes they can. Drawing on his investment background, Barna...

487 Own Your Wealth with Rebecca Robertson

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you taking ownership of your financial future? Independent financial advisor and trailblazer for women's financial independence, Rebecca Roberts...

486 Mission Magic with Lucy McCarraher

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you clear on your mission? Lucy McCarraher, CEO/co-founder of Book Magic AI and co-founder of Rethink Press, is passionate about amplifying unhear...

485 The Power of Little and Often with Linda Stephens

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered why so many women step back from their careers or feel diminished in midlife? As a wellbeing educator, senior yoga teacher and coach wit...

484 Reinventing Selfish Leadership with Gary Parsons

07 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it really mean to be 'selfish' and could it be the secret to truly effective leadership? Gary Parsons shares his candid journey from buildi...

483 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to turn reflection into purposeful action? In this episode, I, Amy Rowlinson bring together inspiring reflections from episodes 478-482, explor...

482 Indelible Impacts with Nick Gold

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Who truly shapes the impact of a professional speaker—the person on stage or the team guiding them behind the scenes? Reflecting on purpose, legacy ...

481 Giving Everyone a Voice with Fiona Brennan-Scott

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever felt your voice wasn't being heard? Voice and speech coach Fiona Brennan-Scott knows the power and the pitfalls of communication. Sharing her jou...

480 Contentment in the Fells with Harrison Ward

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you climb from life’s lowest valleys to its highest peaks? Harrison Ward, outdoor cooking expert, mental health speaker and author, better kn...

479 Redefining Social Engagement with Alex Clapp

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is the workplace booze culture holding us back? Alex Clapp shares his remarkable journey from addiction to purpose-driven entrepreneurship. His person...

478 Think Like A Coach with Jude Sclater

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it really mean to think like a coach at work? Jude Sclater shares how her practical model is transforming managers into empowering leaders, ...

477 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you seeking deeper meaning, battling self-doubt or redefining success on your own terms? In this episode, I, Amy Rowlinson, bring together inspiri...

476 Behind the Scenes with Catherine Watkin

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when life throws your plans off course? Returning guest Catherine Watkin opens up about her journey through 18 years of undiagnosed heal...

475 Relinquishing Grievances with Louisa Hext

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when life takes an unexpected turn? Louisa Hext shares her decade-long journey through accusation, betrayal and ultimately, self-discove...

474 Prosperity Pathways with Joel Salomon

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to break free from financial stress and step into true prosperity? Joel Salomon, former hedge fund manager turned purpose-driven prosperity coa...

473 Talking Matters with Brydon Duncan

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Why are young men struggling with their mental health and how can we break the silence? In this moving episode, mental health advocate Brydon Duncan ...

472 Existential Clarity with Stephen Bruyant-Langer

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it mean to live a truly meaningful life? Stephen Bruyant-Langer brings decades of coaching and leadership expertise to this heartfelt conve...

471 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how self-reflection leads to meaningful action? In this solo episode, I, Amy Rowlinson, share pivotal moments from my journey—like mo...

470 Why Complex Complicated Conversations Matter with Katie Allen

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever feel too nervous to speak up about sensitive or uncomfortable topics? DEI professional Katie Allen unpacks the art of navigating difficult conve...

469 Purposeful Partnerships with John Lane and Will Barfield

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John Lane and Will Barfield share a passion for people-centric approaches in the professional world. Discussing the challenges of modern workplace dy...

468 Leading with Integrity with Candice Quartermain

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What role does intuition play in your decisions and how do you strengthen trust in it? With 20 years of experience as a business consultant, Candice ...

467 The Architecture of Joy with Raquel Aparicio

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What makes a space feel like home? Architect Raquel Aparicio, founder of Mara Design, reveals how her childhood journey from Portugal to China sparked...

466 Rubies in the Rubble with Jazz Singh

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Can your darkest moment reveal your greatest purpose? Jazz Singh’s remarkable journey suggests it can. From a childhood marked by trauma and violen...

465 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

After every five guest interviews, I take time to reflect on each episode, focusing on specific topics, unravelling different threads and diving deep...

464 Purposeful Consolidation with Elliot Kay

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if chasing more was keeping you from what truly matters? Elliot Kay shares his powerful journey of stepping back from multiple ventures to realig...

463 In Pursuit of Better with Pete Cooper

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it truly mean to be a better human? How can you pursue better without falling into the perfectionism trap? Business Book Awards 2025 Finali...

462 Journey and Adventure Within with Harriet Bratt

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

International speaker and trainer Harriet Bratt reveals her inspiring evolution from being silenced by self-doubt to creating real impact through conf...

461 Human Flourishing in all Seasons of Life with Christian Ray Flores

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Christian Ray Flores shares his remarkable journey from refugee to international pop star to purpose-driven high-performance coach. In this inspiring...

460 Purpose Over Pace with Holly Rowlinson

04 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

After collapsing from heatstroke during the 2024 Brighton Marathon, Holly Rowlinson faced heartbreak and the loss of a long-held goal. With reflection...

459 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrating five years of the Focus on WHY podcast - 30.4.2020 - 30.4.2025! After every five guest interviews, I take time to reflect on each episod...

458 Feel the Meaning with Dave Pounds

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you transform deep trauma into purpose and meaning? Dave Pounds, founder of Be Remarkable, shares his powerful journey from personal tragedy an...

457 Walk Alongside People with Rhona Morrison

15 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered how your life experiences could become powerful stories of change and inspiration? Rhona Morrison shares her extraordinary jou...

456 Be Brave, Be Bold, Be You with Lucy Henshall

08 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the life you’ve planned is only the beginning of who you’re truly meant to become? In this powerful episode, Lucy Henshall shares how a h...

455 Autonomous Awakenings with Rachel Power

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

After being told she’d reached her potential in the corporate world, Rachel Power embarked on a journey from burnout to purposeful living. She now ...

454 Breathing Life into Conversations with Shelly Starks

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Communications coach Shelly Starks shares how to connect authentically while staying true to yourself. She explores behavioural analysis tools like E...

453 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

453 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson After every five guest interviews, I take time to reflect on each episode, honing in on specific top...

452 Storytelling with Substance Simon Raybould

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dive into the fascinating world of storytelling with Dr Simon Raybould, as he unravels the power behind the stories we tell. Simon challenges the trad...

451 Reveal Your Brilliance with Sarah Stones

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How might you be unknowingly obscuring your own natural brilliance and blocking your potential? Motivation Specialist Sarah Stones unpacks the transfo...

450 Redesigning for Difference with Nadia Nagamootoo

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nadia Nagamootoo, a Chartered Business Psychologist, drives systemic change through diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in organisations. She emphas...

449 Keys to Self-Compassion with Charlie Hart

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Professional keynote speaker and neurodiversity advocate Charlie Hart, known as ‘Ausome Charlie,’ shares her journey of being diagnosed with auti...

448 Health, Wealth and Happiness with Gurps Khaira

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Born into the turmoil of civil war in Punjab, Gurps Khaira faced unimaginable challenges, including the tragic loss of his mother at just five years ...

447 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

After every five guest interviews, I reflect on each of the individual episodes and focus in on specific topics pulling on different threads and divi...

446 Core and Strategy with Heather Wright

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to question everything? Heather Wright explores character goals, critical thinking and the balance between core values and strategic act...

445 Human Business Thinking with Bryony Thomas

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Exploring the transformative power of empathy, nourishment and positive impact in business, Bryony Thomas dives into human-centric entrepreneurship. B...

444 Drive Sustainable Change with Iryna Manukovska

22 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Focused on sustainable change management, personal growth and the balance of life, Iryna Manukovska explores the art of driving organisational change ...

443 Sense of Aliveness with Claire Auchmuty

15 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How does exploring one's identity post-trauma or significant life change impact personal growth? Relationship and divorce coach Claire Auchmuty, with ...

442 Making Intentional Choices with Hannah Roberts

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you seeking more fulfilment and intentionality in your career? Dr Hannah Roberts reveals how aligning your natural talents with your career value...

441 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

After every five guest interviews, I reflect on each of the individual episodes and focus in on specific topics pulling on different threads and divi...

440 Path to Gold with Aaron Phipps and Jon Cooper

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Paralympian gold medallist Aaron Phipps and his coach Jon Cooper share their incredible journey from the heights of elite sport to empowering others ...

439 Owning Your Narrative with Natsuko Suwaki

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you owning your narrative? Dr Natsuko Suwaki shares her empowering journey of navigating life’s complexities with intention and balance. Reflec...

438 Finding Alignment with Emma Menzies

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How can personal pain, loss and grief lead to purpose? Former employment lawyer turned fertility at work coach Emma Menzies reflects on her 11-year s...

437 Wisdom of the Wolves with Claire Payne

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What if the key to career fulfilment lies in rethinking everything you know about leadership? Claire Payne, founder of Orthelian, shares how the wisd...

436 Drive Change for Good with Steve Howe

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you feeling overwhelmed by work and life? Steve Howe shares how a single life-changing moment inspired him to realign his work with his values, f...

435 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After every five guest interviews, Amy Rowlinson reflects on each of the individual episodes and focuses in on specific topics pulling on different t...

434 Wild Wisdom with Jen Le Marinel

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

434 Wild Wisdom with Jen Le Marinel   Are you ready to reconnect with your inner wildness? Jen Le Marinel believes in the inherent strength of ind...

433 Unpick the Happy with Tracy Irwin

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling stuck in your routine? Tracy Irwin shares her inspiring journey of moving to Spain to redefine her life’s purpose. From successful business...

432 Get Comfortable with Chaos with Andrew Miller

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to embrace life’s chaos? Andrew Miller, CEO of Business Enjoyment, transitioned from a logical insolvency practitioner to a purpose-d...

431 Style with Purpose with Kay Korsh

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered how your appearance shapes your success? With over 20 years of expertise, Kay Korsh has mastered the science of appearance evo...

430 Create Meaningful Moments with Amy Rowlinson

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you searching for a more purposeful life? With staggering statistics on workplace disengagement, coach, podcast host and newly published author A...

429 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After every five guest interviews, Amy Rowlinson reflects on each of the individual episodes and focuses in on specific topics pulling on different t...

428 Workplace Mindfulness with Steve Ware

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is your mind constantly racing? Steve Ware shares his journey from scepticism to inner peace through mindfulness, creating lasting personal and workp...

427 The Web of Life with Manda Scott

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Former veterinary surgeon turned author, columnist and podcaster Manda Scott explores the need for new narratives that challenge existing economic, c...

426 Strength and Fortitude with Paul Ribbons

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What does having true freedom mean in today’s world? How can overcoming life's hardships and injustices shape your destiny? Property trader, author...

425 What Do You Stand For? with Heather Townsend

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Executive coach, facilitator, business consultant, author and local councillor Heather Townsend takes this reflective pause to examine her life's pur...

424 Changing the Demand with Sue Ellar

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to transform your health and embark on a journey toward a healthier, more purposeful life? Health, Vitality and Weight Loss Coach Sue E...

423 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson

15 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After every five guest interviews, Amy Rowlinson reflects on each of the individual episodes and focuses in on specific topics pulling on different t...

422 Revolutionising Conflict Resolution with Jane Gunn

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Bringing humanity to the heart of conflict resolution is former commercial lawyer turned ‘Barefoot Mediator’, Jane Gunn. Inspired by a chance enc...

421 Regenerating a Planet with Pooran Desai

03 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you curious about interconnectedness and sustainability? Pioneering serial social entrepreneur, author and advisor to companies and government Po...

420 Climate Change and Health with Dr Nuthana PB

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you grappling with the art of making tough decisions? Finding herself at another chapter change in her life, Dr Nuthana PB delves into the challe...

419 The Bigger Picture with Ben Stewart

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What would happen if you were to harness the power of Stoicism and incorporate its teachings into your everyday life? In February 2024, personal trai...

418 Level the Playing Field with Hannah Miller

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Struggling to unlock your true strengths and talents? Meet Hannah Miller, a guiding light in helping you to identify, value and harness your unique st...

417 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After every five guest interviews, Amy Rowlinson reflects on each of the individual episodes and focuses in on specific topics pulling on different t...

416 Fulfilling Performance with Andy Follows

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever felt stuck in a job that doesn't fulfil you? Leadership development expert Andy Follows has a clear and compelling vision and mission. Helping pe...

415 The Superwoman Myth with Dr Joanna Martin

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you aspire to be superwoman? If so, you’ve been sold a lie. Superwoman doesn’t exist. Trusting her intuition and focused on accomplishing the O...

414 Principles of Life with Sarah Spencer

23 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wonder how to align your vision with the rhythms of nature? Embracing nature's wisdom to co-create a future abundant with purpose, resilience, an...

413 Redefining Retirement with Charlotte Mannion

16 Jul 2024

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Are you prepared for retirement? What does retirement mean to you? Sharing how she is spending her retirement, Charlotte Mannion emphasises the import...

Focus on WHY Trailer

16 Jul 2024

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Focus on WHY launched on 30 April 2020 and this new trailer reflects the evolution of the podcast over the years. Host Amy Rowlinson explains the int...

412 An Abundant Life with Mark Saxby

09 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Curious about how faith intertwines with business values and personal growth? Recognising the perpetual pressure to achieve and stay busy, Mark Saxby ...

411 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After every five guest interviews, Amy Rowlinson reflects on each of the individual episodes and focuses in on specific topics pulling on different t...

410 Mental Strength with Lorna Davies and Jac McGill

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is your child struggling with fear, anxiety or peer pressure? Committed to improving children's mental health, building resilience and encouraging gr...

409 Turn the Tide with Monty Halls

25 Jun 2024

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Are you asking longer life questions? What are you passionate about? How well do you adapt to challenges?   Monty Halls, marine biologist and adve...

408 Spaciousness with Clare Foley

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

 Do you ever find yourself living just for the weekends? Ditching the perfection trap and unpacking societal pressures, Clare Foley demonstrates the...

407 Essence of Life with Riccardo Sai

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever pondered the dynamic force of life or the profound beauty amid challenges? Visual storyteller Riccardo Sai dives deep into these themes, explori...

406 Strategic Gender Balance with Kathy Coleman

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How essential is gender balance for business success? Does your workplace view challenges as growth opportunities? After a health crisis, Kathy Colem...

405 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson

02 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After every five guest interviews, Amy Rowlinson reflects on each of the individual episodes and focuses in on specific topics pulling on different t...

404 People, Planet and Profit with Ben Wales

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tired of the corporate world grind? From burnout to brilliance, Ben Wales was once there, but he found his calling in guiding values-driven founders/...

403 Recipe for Life with Dajana Paliokaite

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how to control your mind and be free to choose positivity? Dajana Paliokaite, founder of Mindset Kitchen, transformed personal tragedy i...

402 Embrace Your Adventure with Jenna Dominique

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From broadcast journalism to creating unique adventure retreats, Jenna Dominique’s journey highlights the importance of purposeful living. Reflectin...

401 Apply a Solutionist Perspective with Nicola Peel

07 May 2024

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Are you feeling disconnected from nature in our tech-driven world? Environmentalist, speaker and solutionist Nicola Peel shares profound insights int...

400 Focus on WHY Goosebumps with Amy Rowlinson

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when you combine magic with synchronicity and serendipity? You get goosebumps! For this special 400th episode milestone, hosted by Beverl...

399 Reflections with Actions with Amy Rowlinson

23 Apr 2024

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After several guest interviews, Amy Rowlinson reflects on each of the individual episodes and focuses in on specific topics pulling on different thre...

398 Running into Life with Marc Convey

16 Apr 2024

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After a life-altering accident, burn survivor Marc Convey defied odds, choosing post-traumatic growth over limitation. Through resilience and healing...

397 Craft Connection through Comedy with Beth Sherman

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is humour the universal love language of connection? With a flair for comedy, speaker, Emmy award-winning comedy writer, comedian and speechwriting c...

396 Threads of Alignment with Lis Cashin

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you in a prison of your own making? Are you caught in the pursuit of perfection? From battling undiagnosed PTSD to her transformative path throug...

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