Your story with Ella: Real life, real people, real stories
Episodes
My sobriety journey & why alcohol misuse isn't always obvious- Ashleigh's story
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ashleigh joins the pod to share her journey with alcohol, from how it shaped her life to the incredible transformation she’s made in sobriety.Now a ...
Living with ARFID and being a voice for young disabled people- Violet's story
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The incredible Violet joined the pod to share her journey of living with ARFID, advocating for disabled young people, and her unwavering determination...
Breast cancer, loss, resilience & never giving up -Fi’s story
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the wonderful Fi joins me to share her remarkable story, one of finding purpose through pain and becoming the best...
Two lives saved by one yes: Charlotte’s split liver transplant story & honouring her donor
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Charlotte joins the podcast to share her inspiring story about her split liver transplant and the incredible selflessness of her donor and their famil...
Breaking the silence: Madelyn on mental illness, stigma, and survival
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
**Trigger warning- conversation about a suicide attempt*This week on the pod, the courageous and inspiring Madelyn joins us to share her story of surv...
More than his death, Casey's story and living with BPD told by his wife
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This World Suicide Prevention Day, Jen joins the podcast to share the story of her husband, Casey. After a long struggle with BPD, Casey tragically lo...
Navigating double loss and the path to healing- Sweta’s story
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This National Grief Awareness Day, I am joined by grief coach, Sweta, to talk all about her personal grief journey, her remarkable career and very imp...
From newlywed to widow- Laura's fight for awareness and change part 2
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this part, Laura talks about the aftermath of losing Ed, therapy, her incredible advocacy work alongside fellow widow Gabby and their joint podcast...
From newlywed to widow- Laura's fight for awareness and change
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The incredible Laura joined the pod to share the truly heartbreaking story of losing her wonderful husband, Ed and becoming a widow in her early thirt...
Reclaimed: Gabrielle’s journey from self-doubt to self-love Part 2
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of Gabrielle's story xGabrielle's insta- https://www.instagram.com/gabrielletattersall/?hl=en-gbHave a story to share, please get in to...
Reclaimed: Gabrielle’s journey from self-doubt to self-love
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The wonderful Gabrielle joins the pod to share her powerful story of recovery and healing after a turbulent past, including skin picking, body dysmorp...
Christine's journey through incurable cancer, amputation and determination
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Christine is a mother, a fighter, and an unstoppable force. She’s facing stage 4 cancer, undergone three lung operations, lost her hair, and expe...
Hysterectomy, Healing and the fight for better women’s healthcare -Lisa’s story
19 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lisa is back to share an important health update! We talk all things endo, a hysterectomy and a recent diagnosis of adenomyosis. We also discuss the i...
When illness is invisible: Emma's story on chronic conditions, stigma and survival
12 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week Emma joins the pod to share her experiences of navigating life with multiple chronic health conditions xFollow Emma here- https://www.instag...
Facing fear, Finding strength- Matt's story of anxiety, panic attacks and ileostomy surgery
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Matt joins the pod to share his journey with anxiety, panic attacks, and the coping mechanisms that have helped him over the years, plus hi...
It doesn't define me, my life with DMD- George's story
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, George joins the pod to talk all about how he navigates life living with DMD we talk about surgeries, his inspiring mindset of never giving...
Turning grief into legacy: the story behind LifeBooks- Matt's story
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matt joins the pod to share the story behind his powerful new venture, LifeBooks! After losing his dad, Matt was determined not to let his dad's m...
Losing my younger brother to suicide- Maddie's story part 2
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trigger warning- discussion of suicide and loss **In this part, Maddie shares how running has helped her cope with grief, support her family through t...
Losing my younger brother to suicide- Maddie's story
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
TRIGGER WARNING- conversation about suicideThe wonderful Maddie joins the pod in a two-part episode to share her heartbreaking story of losing her you...
A parent's guide to understanding Hirschsprung’s Disease- Georgina's story
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Georgina joins the pod to share her journey as a parent to the incredible Ffredi , who was diagnosed with Hirschsprung’s disease at just 10 days ol...
Losing my husband to suicide and navigating grief with mindfulness, Reshma's story
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
*Trigger warning- an episode about suicideThe incredible Reshma joins to share her heartbreaking story of loss and turning her pain into purpose. I am...
Seizures, strength and speaking out- Pippa's epilepsy story
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pippa joins the pod to share her story of living with epilepsy!Pippa's insta- https://www.instagram.com/pippameadowcroft/?hl=en-gbHave a story to ...
Fighting FND, Fibro, Asthma & Hyperhidrosis: Jas’s story of resilience
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jas joins the pod to share her experience navigating four chronic health conditions! We talk about hyperhidrosis, FND, fibromyalgia and ast...
Living with incurable metastatic ocular melanoma- Vick’y story of strength & resilience
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Vicky joins the pod to share her experience with this rare cancer, celebrating 3 years with no visible signs of disease and not being afraid to talk a...
You're never too young for cancer! Rachel's bowel cancer story
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rachel joins the pod to share her experience of being diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer as well as her advice, having a hysterectomy, a stoma and st...
A junior doctor saved my life! Living with Hirschsprung's disease- Tom's story
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tom joins the pod to share his story of living with a rare disease called Hirschsprung's disease. We also talk about his podcast that is dedicated...
I count my blessings every single day because of my donor and their family- Marc's double lung transplant story
02 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week Marc joins the pod to share his double lung transplant story, the highs and lows of transplant life, his incredible family and community and...
Losing my mum as a teenager, my grief journey and sharing my experiences online to support others- Anya's story part 2
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anya's story part 2In this part, Anya discusses how she has navigated grief over the years, supporting her family through grief, advice on navigat...
Losing my mum as a teenager, my grief journey and sharing my experiences online to support others- Anya's story part 1
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anya joins the pod to share her wonderful mum's story and how she has navigated her grief in the last few years since her death. Anya talks about ...
Ostomy life, Ken bum surgery and breaking down the stigmas so other feel less alone- Ben's story part 2
02 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of Ben's story. A huge thank you to Ben for sharing his story! If you have a story to share please get in touch x Ben's insta: https:/...
Ostomy life, Ken bum surgery and breaking down the stigmas so other feel less alone- Ben's story
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week Ben joins the pod to share his journey with Crohn's disease, the different surgeries he's been through including a stoma and ken bum...
Navigating the loss of my brother and founding a germ cell cancer charity in his legacy- Toby's story part 2
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 Toby reflects on his grief, his amazing charity work and the importance of knowing your body and getting checks. A huge thank you to Toby fo...
Navigating the loss of my brother and founding a germ cell cancer charity in his legacy- Toby's story
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
CEO and founder of the Robin Cancer Trust, Toby, joins the pod to talk about his brother’s story and legacy, raising awareness of germ cell cancer i...
I was told I would never walk again! Defying the odds and never losing hope- Colin's story
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Help raise vital funds for Movember by donating here https://uk.movember.com/mospace/15312282 This week the incredible Colin joins me to share his rem...
I owe my life to Lorraine! Diagnosed with breast cancer at 28, Tara's story part 2
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of Tara's story- in this part Tara discusses her cancer treatment, getting the all clear and being open x
I owe my life to Lorraine! Diagnosed with breast cancer at 28, Tara's story part 1
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Tara joins the pod to share her breast cancer story and how watching Lorraine saved her life! Tara's insta: https://www.instagram.com/taraa...
My bittersweet journey to success, losing my dad and never giving up- Sean Mac's story part 2
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this part, Sean talks to me about starring in Harry Fest, this September in London, the possibility of going on tour in the future, meeting Harry S...
My bittersweet journey to success, losing my dad and never giving up- Sean Mac's story part 1
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks ep Sean joins the pod to talk all about his incredible Harry Styles Tribute show in Benidorm, the high and lows of putting it together a...
I would be in jail or dead if I didn’t stop. My story of addiction, sobriety and making a difference- Eoin’s story Part 2
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this part Eoin discusses what recovery has been like, the tragic passing of his lovely girlfriend Karley, his social media success and burning desi...
I would be in jail or dead if I didn’t stop. My story of addiction, sobriety and making a difference- Eoin’s story Part 1
17 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Eoin joins the pod to talk about his story of addiction and sobriety. This is a two part episode. TRIGGER WARNING- we do speak about suicide and drug...
My life living with bipolar, busting the myths and changing perceptions- Amber's story part 2
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
TRIGGER WARNING- talks of mental health and suicide* In this part Amber discusses the different types of Bipolar disorder that you can have, advice ...
My life living with bipolar, busting the myths and changing perceptions- Amber's story part 1
23 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
TRIGGER WARNING: This ep does discuss suicide and self harming so please do not listen if this is something you are triggered by. Amber joins the pod...
Life with a stoma and tackling the poo taboo! Beth’s story
02 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Beth joins the pod to talk about her story with slow transit constipation and adjusting to life with a stoma. You can find Beth's insta ...
Grieving my sudden sight loss and being an advocate for those with visual impairments: Chloe's story
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chloe joins the pod to talk about her sight loss story and growing up visually impaired. We talk all about adjusting to life with a prosthetic eye as ...
My story of survival: suicide, sexual assault and not being believed- Samantha's story part 2
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
TRIGGER WARNING: In this part we talk about the awful assault that happened to Sam and how she has been majorly let down by the criminal justice syste...
My story of survival: suicide, sexual assault and not being believed -Samantha’s story part 1
05 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Samantha joins the pod to share her struggles with mental health, a suicide attempt as well as being sexually assaulted. An incredibly harro...
My brain tumour survival story- Israr's story
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Israr joins the pod to talk all about her brain tumour survival story and what a story it is! This ep focuses more on Israr's recovery a...
I woke up completely unable to pee: my life with a neurogenic bladder and FND- Poppy's story
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Poppy joins the pod to share her experience living with two chronic health conditions, FND and a neurogenic bladder. We talk all about these as well a...
Cancer can happen to anyone: my bowel cancer story at just 28- Shikha’s story
10 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shikha shares her bowel cancer story with me and offers a tonne of advice. A test can literally save your life! https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about...
I felt isolated and in constant pain: living with endo, fibro, being my mums carer and expressing myself through art- Clare's story part 2
24 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of Clare's story, in this part we talk about the surgeries she has endured for endo and how her art has helped her educate others on what e...
I felt isolated and in constant pain: living with endo, fibro, being my mums carer and expressing my pain through art- Clare’s story part 1
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Clare joins me to talk all about her journey living with Fibro and Endo. We also talk about her experience of being a young carer for her late mum as ...
Hypnotherapy helped cure my severe eczema- Mehak's story
28 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered what happens in a hypnosis session? Mehak shares all and how Hypnotherapy helped cure her severe eczema. Mehak now specialises in hypnot...
Paving the way for the next generation of women living with endo- Dani's story
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Follow Dani’s insta here: https://www.instagram.com/withthewilds/ Dani joins the pod to talk all about her experiences with endometriosis, starting ...
Turning my pain into purpose and co founding a menstrual health charity- Gabz's story part 2
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this part Gabz answers questions you sent in as well as her infertility journey and advice for surgeries. The charity- https://www.menstrualhealthp...
Turning my pain into purpose and co founding a menstrual health charity- Gabz's story part 1
10 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week I am joined with Gabz who talks to me all about her struggles with endo, fibryo and adeno as well as the purpose behind her incredible chari...
My life with endometriosis, infertility and IVF- Lisa's story part 2
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this part Lisa talks about her IVF journey, the pressures and pain of being the 'infertile' partner as well as a tonne of advice! If you have a st...
My life with endometriosis, infertility and IVF- Lisa's story part 1
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week Lisa joins me to talk all about her experiences with Endo as well as IVF and infertility! Lisa's insta- https://www.instagram.com/life....
The woman who feeds through her heart- Nauseated Sarah's story part 2
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2! The one you have been waiting for...apologies! In this ep we talk all about her most asked questions, one word...INTRUSIVE! I still can't ...
The woman who feeds through her heart! The Tiktok icon Nauseated Sarah's story part 1
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week I am joined by Sarah to talk all about her long term health condition and how she feeds through her heart! It is a fascinating story and one...
Changing my mindset altered everything! From bulimia to becoming a mindset coach- Karen's story
24 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week I am joined by the fabulous Karen, a mindset coach who chats to me about her incredibly insightful career as well as her personal story of s...
Grief, bullying and body dysmorphia part 2- my story
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This part focuses on my bullying story and experiences with body dysmorphia x
Grief, bullying and body dysmorphia part 1- my story
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode is all about yours truly, myself. Its a two part episode featuring topics that have affected me. This first part is a grief up...
Surviving a lung and heart transplant at 16! Freya's incredible story
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week Freya joins the pod to talk all about her terrifying ordeal which led to her needing a double transplant at 16! Follow Freya's recovery...
Knowing your normal and giving 0 f's- Katie's incurable breast cancer story part 2
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of Katie's episode. We talk about her secondary diagnosis, living list, death and her goals. Katie's instagram: https://www.instagram.c...
Knowing YOUR normal and giving 0 f's- Katie's incurable breast cancer story part 1
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week I am joined with Katie from https://www.instagram.com/iamkatiestevenson/?hl=en-gb to talk all about her incurable breast cancer and brain me...
The path to finding me and the importance of pursuing your dreams and visions!
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week Loz joins me to talk about a range of topics and experiences she has had in life. We talk about the pressures of being in the creative indus...
Navigating life without Luke part 2
25 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of Luke's story told by his wife Belle. Please make sure to check out Belle's podcast and social platforms! In this episode we talk abo...
Navigating life without Luke told by his wife part 1
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Belle Barnes joins me to share her incredible husband, Luke Barnes, story and journey with heart failure. In this part we talk about their love story,...
Mum and I both had a heart transplant
11 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Natalie shares her story on having end stage heart failiure whilst pregnant whilst her mum was also awaiting a heart transplant. Please have that con...
Surviving two heart transplants and a kidney transplant part 2
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of Andy's story. In this part Andy talks about the side effects of having a transplant and what he loves most about life.
Surviving two heart transplants and a kidney transplant part 1
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week I am talking all about organ donation with a triple transplant survivor called Andy. Andy talks all about his experiences with his transplan...
Living with a chronic illness at 16- part 2
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this part Daisy talks about her struggles with mental health and suicide attempts. Listener discretion advised. You can find a range of helpful web...
Living with a chronic illness at 16 part 1
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Daisy talks about her chronic illness and how it has shaped her life as well as the discrimination she faces daily. A very strong youn...
Navigating grief- part 2
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This part is all about my grandad's story. We recorded this a few years ago. I'll be forever proud of how he handled his diagnosis.
Navigating grief part 1
07 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about processing the recent death of my grandad, the judgement around how people grieve as well as signs from loved ones. This ...
Trailer
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A little glimmer of what you can expect xo To get in touch send me a DM on instagram :)