Have you ever felt the need to pause a friendship but haven't felt brave enough to do so?One of the benefits of getting older is not only do you become wiser but you also become a bit braver. In this episode, Michelle and Patrick talk openly about their own #midlifemindset and #midlifefriendship experiences. Topics include:-protecting our time and energy the positive impact of "friend cleansing" accepting that not everyone in your life is a friend for life andthe importance of being open to attracting new friendships in midlifeSo, let’s talk on to walk on into #midlifefriendships and let’s see where it leads… Please subscribe to our YouTube channel to help build our community. More episodes and information on our offer: www.talkontowalkon.comIG @talkontowalkonFB @Talkontowalkon #midlifepodcast #midlifeconversations #midlifecouple #midlifemindset #midlifefriendships #friendcleanse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever felt the need to pause a friendship but haven't felt brave enough to do so?One of the benefits of getting older is not only do you become wiser but you also become a bit braver. In this episode, Michelle and Patrick talk openly about their own #midlifemindset and #midlifefriendship experiences. Topics include:-protecting our time and energy the positive impact of "friend cleansing" accepting that not everyone in your life is a friend for life andthe importance of being open to attracting new friendships in midlifeSo, let’s talk on to walk on into #midlifefriendships and let’s see where it leads… Please subscribe to our YouTube channel to help build our community. More episodes and information on our offer: www.talkontowalkon.comIG @talkontowalkonFB @Talkontowalkon #midlifepodcast #midlifeconversations #midlifecouple #midlifemindset #midlifefriendships #friendcleanse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does the term "Midlife Crisis" mean to you? Are you going through one or been through one? Is it something we all go through as we navigate midlife?Midlife is a time when we have increased responsibilities and can become overwhelmed with decisions whilst often distracted with other people’s problems. We also begin to question the life choices we’ve made.Patrick and Michelle discuss their different interpretations on the midlife crisis label and offer tips on what has worked for them including, how to ignore inevitable judgmental eye-rolls and Michelle’s approach to the topic with her coaching clients. This episode puts a fresh perspective on the cliches and stereotypes that surround the term midlife crisis. So let's "talk on to walk on" and let’s see where it leads....Please subscribe to our YouTube channel to help build our community.More episodes and information on our offer: www.talkontowalkon.comIG @talkontowalkonFB @Talkontowalkon #midlifepodcast #midlifegoals #midlifecouple #midlifechat #midlifejourney #midlifemindset #liverpoolpodcast #midlifeaudit #lifeafter40 #lifeafter50 #midlife #midlifecrisis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does the term "Midlife Crisis" mean to you? Are you going through one or been through one? Is it something we all go through as we navigate midlife?Midlife is a time when we have increased responsibilities and can become overwhelmed with decisions whilst often distracted with other people’s problems. We also begin to question the life choices we’ve made.Patrick and Michelle discuss their different interpretations on the midlife crisis label and offer tips on what has worked for them including, how to ignore inevitable judgmental eye-rolls and Michelle’s approach to the topic with her coaching clients. This episode puts a fresh perspective on the cliches and stereotypes that surround the term midlife crisis. So let's "talk on to walk on" and let’s see where it leads....Please subscribe to our YouTube channel to help build our community.More episodes and information on our offer: www.talkontowalkon.comIG @talkontowalkonFB @Talkontowalkon #midlifepodcast #midlifegoals #midlifecouple #midlifechat #midlifejourney #midlifemindset #liverpoolpodcast #midlifeaudit #lifeafter40 #lifeafter50 #midlife #midlifecrisis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you ever take the time to stop for a minute, and think about the last few weeks or months and what’s happened in your life or more precisely what you’ve achieved? There are no rules with timing and we can be rubbish at remembering but we want to get better and help you do the same. So this is our offering based on the first half of 2024. To help us add value we’ve linked our reflections to Patrick’s Midlife to 100 life pillars that he’s chosen as key to living a long and healthy life. They are:- physical health, mental wellness, sleep, nutrition and social interaction/relationships. We discuss how we’ve stayed connected with family and old friends, both at home and abroad; we reflect on some personal achievements and how the simple things in life, like gardening, dogs and sleep keep us sane in our busy world. So have a listen and then take a minute to think about what you’ve achieved during the first half of the year. We promise you’ll be pleasantly surprised plus it will help generate thoughts and ideas as to your plans for the year ahead. So let’s ‘talk on to walk on’ and see where it leads…Please subscribe to our YouTube channel to help build our community.More episodes and information on our offer: www.talkontowalkon.comIG @talkontowalkonFB @Talkontowalkon #midlifepodcast #midlifegoals #midlifecouple #midlifechat #midlifejourney #midlifemindset #liverpoolpodcast #midlifeaudit #lifeafter40 #lifeafter50 #midlife Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you ever take the time to stop for a minute, and think about the last few weeks or months and what’s happened in your life or more precisely what you’ve achieved? There are no rules with timing and we can be rubbish at remembering but we want to get better and help you do the same. So this is our offering based on the first half of 2024. To help us add value we’ve linked our reflections to Patrick’s Midlife to 100 life pillars that he’s chosen as key to living a long and healthy life. They are:- physical health, mental wellness, sleep, nutrition and social interaction/relationships. We discuss how we’ve stayed connected with family and old friends, both at home and abroad; we reflect on some personal achievements and how the simple things in life, like gardening, dogs and sleep keep us sane in our busy world. So have a listen and then take a minute to think about what you’ve achieved during the first half of the year. We promise you’ll be pleasantly surprised plus it will help generate thoughts and ideas as to your plans for the year ahead. So let’s ‘talk on to walk on’ and see where it leads…Please subscribe to our YouTube channel to help build our community.More episodes and information on our offer: www.talkontowalkon.comIG @talkontowalkonFB @Talkontowalkon #midlifepodcast #midlifegoals #midlifecouple #midlifechat #midlifejourney #midlifemindset #liverpoolpodcast #midlifeaudit #lifeafter40 #lifeafter50 #midlife Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

IttyBit has created software that simplifies the handling of rich media in applications, providing developers with easy ways to upload, store, transform, and extract data from video, audio, and image files, while ensuring compatibility across different formats and browsers. They have built a media intelligence engine which helps developers to add uploads in minutes, to extract rich data from files, and to deliver media at 10x lower cost.As well as detailing the unique elements of the Ittybit offer, Paul talks about: - ·     Dropping out of university to start, scale and sell his YouTube coaching channel ·     His love of travel and his time in Silicon Valley being exposed to people who were "better than him" and thought "bigger than him”·     His socialist values; how he is driven to grow to give back to society·     The importance of a cofounder and community so you're not doing it all alone·     How his 18 month old son, Finn, makes him appreciate the use of his time and energy·     His love of Elon Musk and why...Following a competitive process, Ittybit completed the Baltic Ventures Tech Accelerator 2023 programme and are currently fundraising for their next phase of growth.For more details about the next Baltic Ventures 2024 application process go to www.balticventures.uk and for Ittybit see www.ittybit.comPlease subscribe to our YouTube channel to help build our community.More episodes and information on our offer: www.talkontowalkon.comIG @talkontowalkonFB @Talkontowalkon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On average the UK spends £27bn on clothes, sends 300,000 tonnes of clothes to landfill each year, when it is believed 95% of those garments could be re-worn or upcycled.Birl is making resale easy and profitable for purpose-driven brands by offering a single button on a brand’s product display page to allow customers to trade in and receive credits to purchase new products whilst then handling the logistics, resale & recycling of all trade-ins on the brand’s behalf (think Klarna, but a force for good).Our conversation with Peter Lydon, co-founder, includes:-·     how he has already secured Birl's first fashion brands to offer the trade-in process to customers.·     The opportunities and frustrations of being a tech disruptor in the fashion sector·     Who he turns to when he has a wobble·     How, as an adopted Scouser, he is now giving back.·     how the power of the collective, rather than going alone, can help you go further.·     his unique working routine as he juggles work and family life (believe us, it is quite unique!)·     "Don't just take the money": Why aligning values and morals are important for co-founder and investor relationships to thrive.Following a competitive process, Birl has completed the Baltic Ventures Tech Accelerator 2023 programme and is currently fundraising for its next phase of growth.For more details about the next Baltic Ventures 2024 application process or to seek information about investor opportunities go to www.balticventures.uk and for Birl go to http://www.wearebirl.com/ Please subscribe to our YouTube channel to help build our community.More episodes and information on our offer: www.talkontowalkon.comIG @talkontowalkonFB @Talkontowalkon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cubode is working towards a world where everyone is empowered to harness data.It is doing that by turning code from a privilege to an accessible commodity. Just like Canva has democratised design, without having to hire a full creative team, Cubode is democratising the harnessing of data using AI, without having to hire a team of coders. Cubode makes the extraction, processing and analysing of data simple and effortless. No technical expertise needed.Rebeca Garcia, co-founder, is passionate about what she has created. As well as explaining how Cubode offers a unique non-technical alternative to coding, she also shares:·      her views on under-represented female role models as founders or investors in the tech start-up sector·      why making an impact, rather than only aspiring to do so, is something worth celebrating·      her realisation that setting out a vision and reinforcing it is critical·      the story of her parent's business going bankrupt when she was a teenager and how that shaped who she is·      her decision to turn down a place at university and to move to London instead despite not speaking any English and...·      ...why she is not afraid of losing everything.Following a competitive process, Cubode completed the Baltic Ventures Tech Accelerator 2023 programme and are currently fundraising for their next phase of growth.For more details about the next Baltic Ventures 2024 application process go to www.balticventures.uk and for Cubode see www.cubode.comPlease subscribe to our YouTube channel to help build our community.More episodes and information on our offer: www.talkontowalkon.comIG @talkontowalkonFB @Talkontowalkon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the second part of “Start up Stories” in partnership with Baltic Ventures, Talk on to Walk on is once again delighted to share a conversational insight into the mindsets of impressive entrepreneurs. Rebeca Garcia - Cubode who are making coding and data analysis more accessible to small and medium sized companies Peter Lydon - Birl tackling the environmental impact of the fashion industry by allowing customers to trade in used clothing for credit on their favourite brand websites.Paul Williams - Ittybit has created software that tackles problems such as uploading, storing, and converting video, audio and image files at a massively reduced cost. Even if you think their business idea may not be directly relevant to you, their stories and mindset insights are definitely for everyone. You will also get to see our passion for business and why we have invested in the Baltic Ventures tech accelerator and how the power of conversation and community, created at Baltic Ventures has collectively provided these founders the courage and confidence to walk on towards their dreams.  if you love what you hear and want to learn more about becoming an investor or applying for the next Baltic Ventures cohort go www.balticventures.uk If you want to learn more or connect with any of the brilliant businesses featured in this series all details are in the shownotes for each episode. We’re proud to be playing a small part in the journey of these fabulous founders so let’s talk on to walk on with Rebeca, Peter and Paul and let’s see where it leads.Please subscribe to our YouTube channel to help build our community.More episodes and information on our offer: www.talkontowalkon.comIG @talkontowalkonFB @Talkontowalkon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While the UK is in an energy crisis characterised by soaring energy prices, Heatio is making clean energy affordable and accessible to all.Sharing his why and how his young business has recently partnered with EoN, Heatio’s Chief Commercial Officer, Thomas Farquhar brilliantly shares his entrepreneurial journey and reflections which include:-·      why he doesn't describe himself as an entrepreneur·      why bootstrapping a start-up has helped build a strong foundation·      the challenges of running a business whilst fundraising·      how he and his co-founder, Simon Roberts, trust each other implicitly·      his realisation that tunnel vision stopped him opening up·      lessons from his father and grandfather which have shaped his life and business ethosTom shares a great story with honesty and genuine reflection which will bring a smile alongside admiration.Following a competitive process, Heatio have completed the Baltic Ventures Tech Accelerator 2023 programme and are currently fundraising for their next phase of growth.For more details about the next Baltic Ventures 2024 application process or to seek information about investor opportunities go to www.balticventures.uk and for Heatio go to www.heatio.co.ukPlease subscribe to our YouTube channel to help build our community.More episodes and information on our offer: www.talkontowalkon.comIG @talkontowalkonFB @Talkontowalkon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone knows a child who struggles in school. CEO of Gaia Learning and TEDx speaker alongside her cofounder, Kirsten Coughtrie are personalising learning experiences for neurodivergent children worldwide.Gaia Learning have created a global online school that supports neurodiverse children through personalised education, which parents and educators can monitor via a dashboard that provides insights into a child’s learning experience. The model leads to reduced anxiety, more personalised learning, and better overall learner experience.Kate exudes passion when she shares her absolute belief that Gaia Learning will change the world of education and is incredibly honest about the realities of building a business.Some of her highlight shares include:-Her feelings when she realised that her daughter, Poppy was different from most other children and how mainstream education doesn't adequately cater for 20% of the population who are neuro-divergentWhy the world needs to understand the potential for online learning (which is not sitting your child in front of a computer for hours)How techniques such as using dinosaurs to teach maths and designing a dream house to teach English can revolutionise a child’s learning, confidence and creative thinking.How the Baltic Ventures Accelerator gave her headspace, a sense of community and an opportunity for meaningful conversationHow her early childhood traumatic events gave her an absolute belief that everything will be alrightWhat she has learnt in terms of accepting support from othersFollowing a competitive process, Gaia Learning have completed the Baltic Ventures Tech Accelerator 2023 programme and are currently fundraising for their next phase of growth.For more details about the next Baltic Ventures 2024 application process or to seek information about investor opportunities go to www.balticventures.uk and for Gaia Learning go to www.gaialearning.co.ukPlease subscribe to our YouTube channel to help build our community.More episodes and information on our offer: www.talkontowalkon.comIG @talkontowalkonFB @Talkontowalkon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Driven by a desire to address nutritional challenges faced in professional sports Dr Sam Impey, co-founded Hexis in 2018 alongside, David Dunne.Hexis allows nutritionists, trainers, and sports organisations to predictively personalise the nutritional needs of their athletes. Based on unique demands of workouts, lifestyle and goals the technology analyses dietary intake and provides feedback and data visualisations to help athletes fuel smarter, perform better and recover faster.  The technology is trusted by some of the world's top sports nutritionists and has been used to power the performance of Olympic medalists and World Champions. As well as detailing the unique elements of the Hexis offer, Sam talks about: - ·     Transitioning from his accomplished academic environment into the uncertain and challenging world of starting and scaling a business·     How his scientific background helps him control overwhelm·     The importance of a complementary and motivational co-founder, Simon Roberts·     His inspirational mum who raised him alone·     How in spite of his dyslexia he gained a PhD and·     The book which provided him with a unique insight on leadership.Following a competitive process, Hexis completed the Baltic Ventures Tech Accelerator 2023 programme and are currently fundraising for their next phase of growth.For more details about the next Baltic Ventures 2024 application process go to www.balticventures.uk and for Hexis see www.hexis.live Please subscribe to our YouTube channel to help build our community.More episodes and information on our offer: www.talkontowalkon.comIG @talkontowalkonFB @Talkontowalkon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to our business podcast series in partnership with Baltic Ventures in which Patrick and I are angel investors.Regular listeners will know about our business backgrounds ranging from large corporates to start ups across multiple sectors.Based on our passion for business and conversation, we’re calling this series “Start Up Stories”Baltic Ventures is a Liverpool based flagship tech business accelerator and we are showcasing a selection of start up businesses chosen from over 200 applicants. Each were also awarded a £50,000 equity investment to turbo charge their business growth.Each guest has their own unique story with many business and life lessons to share.In these first three episodes you will be hearing from·     Dr Sam Impey from Hexis – developers of technology allowing athletes to predict and personalise their nutritional needs.·     Kate Longworth from Gaia Learning – a global online school that supports neurodiverse children through personalised education.·     Thomas Farquhar from Heatio a cleantech start-up that manages energy use in your home to cut your bills and carbon footprint.These are seriously impressive and ambitious companies, so we are delighted to be sharing with you a conversational insight into what it takes to be a budding entrepreneur in 2024 and how the power of conversations and community, has given them the courage and confidence to walk on towards their dreams.We’re proud to be playing a small part in the journey of these fabulous founders so let’s talk on to walk on with Sam, Kate and Tom and let’s see where it leadsIf you want to learn more or connect with any of the brilliant businesses all details are in the shownotes.For more details about the next Baltic Ventures 2024 application process or to seek information about investor opportunities go to www.balticventures.uk.Please subscribe to our podcast here and on our YouTube channel to help build our community.More episodes and information on our coaching and talks offer: www.talkontowalkon.comIG @talkontowalkonFB @Talkontowalkon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What were you doing 15 years ago? On 3rd February 2009, our latest life chat guest, Liverpool born, Honorary Royal Marine Colonel, Andy Grant, was blown up in Afghanistan alongside his fellow Marine commando, Iain Syme.Andy was just 20 years old when he suffered 27 horrific injuries, was in a coma for 2 weeks, and woke to be told he could no longer have children.  18 months of tough rehabilitation followed before Andy made the agonising, life changing decision to have his seriously injured leg amputated.  Not only did Andy face the challenge of having to learn to walk again he has gone on to become;·     World record holder as the fastest single leg amputee over 10km·     Double gold medal winner at Prince Harry’s Invictus Games going on to run marathons, learning to ski and surf and conquering the highest of mountains.Andy is in training for the one of the hardest ultra-marathons in the world, the Marathon des Sable and despite being told he could never have children, he is the proud father of his “greatest achievement”, his beautiful daughter, Alba.Andy’s story is documented in his superbly-titled book “You’ll Never Walk” and his story begins at age 12, when he faced life without his beloved mum who passed away from leukaemia. Andy shares beautifully how his mum and family have been, and continue to be, his main source of strength and inspiration throughout his incredible challenges.  Now as an accomplished motivational speaker, Andy inspires people of all ages around the world to believe that anything is possible.  If ever there was a story to make us not only open up but get us off our backsides to walk on and live life to the max, it’s this one.Let’s ‘Talk on to Walk on’ with Andy Grant and let’s see where it leads…Please subscribe to our YouTube channel to help build our community.More episodes and information on our offer: www.talkontowalkon.comIG @talkontowalkonFB @Talkontowalkon #Lifeconversations  #inspirationalstories #royalmarines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What were you doing 15 years ago? On 3rd February 2009, our latest life chat guest, Liverpool born, Honorary Royal Marine Colonel, Andy Grant, was blown up in Afghanistan alongside his fellow Marine commando, Iain Syme.Andy was just 20 years old when he suffered 27 horrific injuries, was in a coma for 2 weeks, and woke to be told he could no longer have children.  18 months of tough rehabilitation followed before Andy made the agonising, life changing decision to have his seriously injured leg amputated.  Not only did Andy face the challenge of having to learn to walk again he has gone on to become;·     World record holder as the fastest single leg amputee over 10km·     Double gold medal winner at Prince Harry’s Invictus Games going on to run marathons, learning to ski and surf and conquering the highest of mountains.Andy is in training for the one of the hardest ultra-marathons in the world, the Marathon des Sable and despite being told he could never have children, he is the proud father of his “greatest achievement”, his beautiful daughter, Alba.Andy’s story is documented in his superbly-titled book “You’ll Never Walk” and his story begins at age 12, when he faced life without his beloved mum who passed away from leukaemia. Andy shares beautifully how his mum and family have been, and continue to be, his main source of strength and inspiration throughout his incredible challenges.  Now as an accomplished motivational speaker, Andy inspires people of all ages around the world to believe that anything is possible.  If ever there was a story to make us not only open up but get us off our backsides to walk on and live life to the max, it’s this one.Let’s ‘Talk on to Walk on’ with Andy Grant and let’s see where it leads…Please subscribe to our YouTube channel to help build our community.More episodes and information on our offer: www.talkontowalkon.comIG @talkontowalkonFB @Talkontowalkon#Lifeconversations  #inspirationalstories #royalmarines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you someone who prefers staying in your comfort zone or have you changed your life by making big decisions? In their latest podcast episode, Michelle and Patrick discuss the importance of making big decisions and share their personal experiences.  Michelle talks about her decision to end her first marriage while Patrick shares his experience of choosing to leave a stable job. In their conversation, they highlight the importance of reflecting on what you really want, taking care when seeking the opinions of others especially the couch critics, tuning into your gut, and creating your own story to tell.  If you struggle with making big decisions, this podcast is definitely for you. Don't allow your life to drift, do take action and create the life you want. Remember, age is not an excuse! #BigDecisions #PersonalGrowth #Reflection #TakeAction #Midlife #CouplesConversation They would love you to subscribe to their YouTube channel to help build their growing community. https://www.youtube.com/@talkontowalkonFor more episodes and information about Michelle and Patrick and their wider coaching and talks offer go to: www.talkontowalkon.comConnect via Instagram @talkontowalkonFacebook @talkontowalkon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you fancy listening to Michelle and Patrick having a chilled, end of year chat which reveals more about them, then this is the episode for you.They chat over a glass of festive fizz about what they loved and struggled with this past year. From discussing business decisions to coaching, a midlife marathon announcement and Patrick’s struggle with the word “retirement”, to a tribute to friends who have passed in midlife, any preaching about “new year, new you” is avoided.Instead, by applying a simple process to themselves, they demonstrate how you can focus on what worked and what didn’t work for you this past year. They hint about some changes coming in 2024 and end with the all-important reminder to stay focussed on your self-talk and to “cut the crap” that’s holding you back.As always, their aim is to show the power of deep conversation and this episode provides a unique insight to this motivated, midlife, husband and wife podcast team.Please subscribe to our YouTube channel to help build our community.https://youtu.be/XtuFf-ujfwUMore episodes and information on our offer: www.talkontowalkon.comIG @talkontowalkonFB @Talkontowalkon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you fancy listening to Michelle and Patrick having a chilled, end of year chat which reveals more about them, then this is the episode for you.They chat over a glass of festive fizz about what they loved and struggled with this past year. From discussing business decisions to coaching, a midlife marathon announcement and Patrick’s struggle with the word “retirement”, to a tribute to friends who have passed in midlife, any preaching about “new year, new you” is avoided.Instead, by applying a simple process to themselves, they demonstrate how you can focus on what worked and what didn’t work for you this past year. They hint about some changes coming in 2024 and end with the all-important reminder to stay focussed on your self-talk and to “cut the crap” that’s holding you back.As always, their aim is to show the power of deep conversation and this episode provides a unique insight to this motivated, midlife, husband and wife podcast team.Please subscribe to our YouTube channel to help build our community.https://youtu.be/XtuFf-ujfwUMore episodes and information on our offer: www.talkontowalkon.comIG @talkontowalkonFB @Talkontowalkon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our first Midlife Muddle episode gave an overview of the importance of mindset and touched on how the narrative around midlife is finally changing from doomy gloomy to one of opportunity. Whilst it’s all very well reading the headlines around “creating the life we want” and “finally being comfortable in our own skin” the reality is it doesn’t always feel that way. This is especially true if we don’t have at least a few good habits to help get us through the days when our joints are aching, we’re exhausted or we’re cracking up because, for the 10th time, we’ve forgotten where we’ve put our glasses or why we came up the stairs… You will know which habits you either need to ditch or which habits you need to work on but if you want to hear our midlife habit experiences, ideas and top tips to not only survive but thrive in midlife and hopefully beyond then… Let’s 'Talk on to Walk on' and let’s see where it leads… Please rate and review if listening on Apple. Please subscribe on Spotify and You Tube.More episodes and information on our offer: www.talkontowalkon.comIG @talkontowalkonFB @Talkontowalkon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.