Every L Podcast

Matt Brown

Real people share their personal stories of unexpected setbacks and disappointments in their lives. Although these experiences may have initially felt like losses, they reflect on the valuable lessons and growth gained from those challenging moments. read less
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Ep 62 | Honouring Memories & Building Legacies: A Story of Love and Loss feat. Amit Kalley
Nov 27 2023
Ep 62 | Honouring Memories & Building Legacies: A Story of Love and Loss feat. Amit Kalley
Amit Kalley is our latest guest and delves into his deeply personal topics of loss, overcoming challenges, and finding strength. Amit shares his experiences of dealing with his mother's battle with ovarian cancer and the premature birth of his daughter. Here are three interesting topics covered in this heartfelt and thought-provoking conversation: 1️⃣ The Power of Support and Family 2️⃣ Coping with Loss and Grief 3️⃣ Creating a Lasting Legacy As you reflect on this episode, take a moment to examine your own experiences with loss and the challenges you have faced. How have they shaped you? Has there been someone who has provided unwavering support? If so, reach out to that individual and tell them. Give them their flowers while they are living and rather than on their tombstone. Follow me on Instagram: @EveryLPodcast for exclusive content and please RATE and REVIEW on the platform you are listening on More about Amit: Amit is Co-Founder of For Working Parents, a company that helps organisations become more inclusive for their working parents. A former Deputy Headteacher, Amit uses his experience and his training as an ICF Coach to create an environment in the workplace that is more empathetic and human and where parents can thrive both at work and at home. In addition to running coaching sessions and parental webinars, Amit also speaks publicly about his own personal story, having lost a parent and then becoming a parent to a daughter born with three holes in her heart. Facebook: @forworkingparents Instagram: @forworkingparents LinkedIn: @AmitSinghKalley TikTok: @kalleycoaching Podcast: What Do Parents Know? Website: www.forworkingparents.com Charity mentioned in episode: https://targetovariancancer.org.uk/
EP 61 | Breaking the Silence: Conquering Shame and Finding Liberation feat. Jill Schultz
Nov 20 2023
EP 61 | Breaking the Silence: Conquering Shame and Finding Liberation feat. Jill Schultz
Jill is our latest guest who opens up about her journey of healing and finding liberation from shame. Here are three interesting topics we covered: 1️⃣ From Darkness to Purpose 2️⃣ Finding Light and Love 3️⃣ Breaking the Barriers of Shame I applaud Jill for using her experiences to shine a light on such an important topic and if you want to learn more about her journey and find support, be sure to visit her website and check out her book, "Liberated: Releasing the Dark Cloud of Shame." Follow me on Instagram: @EveryLPodcast for exclusive content and please RATE and REVIEW on the platform you are listening on More about Jill: Jill Schultz is a disrupter, serial entrepreneur, author, and motivational speaker. Jill’s mission is to help release people from shame. Her own experience of experimenting with other children at a young age because of her own sexual trauma has led her to speak out on this taboo topic and help anyone who has a secret or has felt shame of any kind to create a life of love, success, and abundance. Here are some helpful links too: Book: https://www.jilleschultz.com/book Website: https://www.jilleschultz.com Seven Critical Steps to Heal from Secret: https://unshamed.live/7CriticalStepstoHealfromSecret Uncover your shame worksheet: https://unshamed.live/UncoverYourShame Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/livingunshamed/ Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/jilleschultz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jilleschultz11/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-schultz-30413514/
Ep 59 | Finding Love Within: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Acceptance feat. King Cas Ajani
Oct 30 2023
Ep 59 | Finding Love Within: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Acceptance feat. King Cas Ajani
I am joined once again by the incredible King Cas Ajani. Together, we dive deep into the importance of self-love, personal growth, and effective communication.  3 topics covered are: 1: The Power of Self-Love 2: Living with Purpose and Personal Growth 3: Effective Communication and Emotional Articulation This insightful conversation with King Cas Ajani went in unexpected directions, but it was an enriching and refreshing change of pace. As you reflect on your own journey, I encourage you to cultivate self-love, embrace personal growth, and communicate effectively. Remember, every "L" you encounter can be an opportunity for growth and transformation Follow me on Instagram: @EveryLPodcast for exclusive content and please RATE and review on the platform you are listening on More about King Cas: In this episode, King shares his story of growing up in a large and often opinionated household that didn't always allow him to freely express himself. Hear him tell us about his childhood traumas and how he now views those around him who may have contributed towards them. Join us in this very personal and eye-opening conversation to challenge your thoughts on how we treat those that we say we love. I hope you enjoy the conversation and are encouraged to know you are not alone in your struggles and even though it may seem like a setback at the moment it doesn't mean this can't be a setup for something greater. Follow me IG and Twitter: @everyLpodcast Email: everylpod@gmail.com for enquiries and feedback Please rate and leave a review :-)   A bit more about King: King Cas Ajani is an artist, producer, author, director, songwriter, youth mentor and advocate for young people's emotional well-being. He was raised in South London and the Zimbabwean-born creative has been keeping busy over the past couple of years! After keeping his head down during what he dubbed his "cocoon years", in 2020 he released a powerful short film called "What Happened to Karen?" Which hit 100k views on YouTube after just 7 days and has been nominated in the "Best Short Film Category by the UK Entertainment Awards 2021. King Cas' journey through entertainment is only getting more interesting as he continues to produce music, write films and hit the stage as a host and performer again.   Twitter and IG@Ajanikingdom Podcast: Zero to Zen
Ep 58 | From Anxious Child to Empowered Coach: My Story feat. Natalie Costa
Oct 2 2023
Ep 58 | From Anxious Child to Empowered Coach: My Story feat. Natalie Costa
🌟 Dive into a heartening tale of transformation on the Every L Podcast with our remarkable guest, Natalie Costa! From her early days grappling with anxiety to her ascension as an empowered coach, Natalie's story is a beacon of hope and encouragement. 🌱 🎧 Join us as Natalie unravels her personal journey, shedding light on the pivotal moments that shaped her mental health advocacy and led to the creation of strategies that not only transformed her life but also the lives of countless others. Her vulnerability and wisdom remind us that every challenge is an opportunity for growth and self-expression.💪🏾 👂🏾In this episode, we explore the essence of empowerment and the significance of community support in navigating life's intricacies. Learn how to harness the power of your thoughts and find solace in Natalie's inspiring narrative. 💖 📣 Don't miss out on this profound conversation that's sure to leave you motivated and ready to tackle your own anxieties with newfound courage.🏆 Follow me on Instagram: @EveryLPodcast for exclusive content More about Natalie: NATALIE COSTA is an award-winning coach, speaker, author and founder of Power Thoughts - a coaching service designed to give children ‘power’ over their own thoughts! Through her private practice and workshops, Natalie has helped over 40,000 children worldwide discover the tools to help them feel calmer, happier and more empowered!    With a background in psychology and having spent 12 years within the educational sector as well as becoming an accredited Performance Coach, Power Thoughts was born - which blends her past experience and deep understanding of children and their needs, now providing them with the tools to cope and thrive in the modern world.    Natalie has been featured in the national press and TV, such as Stella Magazine, Good Morning Britain, BBC Breakfast, The Sunday Times, The Telegraph and is one Super Tutors for BBC Bitesize. She is also the co-author of three activity books for children, ‘Know your feelings,’ ‘Find your Power,’ and ‘Stretch your Confidence!’    Her intention is to always be focused on helping one child at a time, to be as happy as they can be.
Ep 57 | ADHD and Dyslexia: Empowering Lives, Breaking Barriers feat. Jacob Kelly
Sep 25 2023
Ep 57 | ADHD and Dyslexia: Empowering Lives, Breaking Barriers feat. Jacob Kelly
Jacob is my latest guest and we explore the power of representation, breaking barriers, and empowering lives. Here are some key takeaways from our conversation: 1️⃣ Representation Matters: Jacob highlights the importance of representation in prominent positions and the public eye. It's essential for individuals with ADHD and Dyslexia to see themselves reflected in various fields, as it can inspire and empower them to achieve their goals. 2️⃣ Managing Anger and Impulsivity: ADHD can come with challenges such as anger and impulsivity. Jacob shared his personal journey in managing these traits through sports and open communication. Understanding and explaining these struggles can foster understanding and resolve conflicts. 3️⃣ Challenging Stigma and Providing Support: Jacob is passionate about advocating for ADHD and Dyslexia, particularly in the context of parenting. He encourages open conversations, provides advice, and connects individuals with role models in various industries. It's crucial to challenge the stigma surrounding these conditions and provide the resources and support needed. Listen to the episode for insightful discussions, personal experiences, and a fresh perspective on ADHD and Dyslexia.  Follow me on Instagram: @EveryLPodcast for exclusive content More about Jacob:  Jacob is a mental health and neurodiversity advocate and shares his experiences of both on his Instagram page. Jacob also hosts events and podcasts where he shares his life experiences of being an ADHD parent with lived experience of postal natal depression to educate, highlight and support those affected by neurodiversity and or Mental health. Instagram handle? @: ADHDfatheruk X (aka Twtter) handle? @: ADHDfatheruk
Ep 56 | Reshaping Perceptions: The Beauty Of My Scars feat. Sabreen El Awad
Sep 18 2023
Ep 56 | Reshaping Perceptions: The Beauty Of My Scars feat. Sabreen El Awad
Sabreen is a Sudanese-Canadian who was born in Moscow and is my latest guest. During this conversation, she shares how she has been misdiagnosed for so many years and the impact it had on her. She also shares how she reacted when she was given the correct diagnosis and who she called on to support her during these challenging times. Sabreen also shares how her stubbornness was a contributing factor for her bottling it all up and also wrestled with not being happy with the appearance of her body. With a strong trust in God, Sabreen finds strength in her scars as a reminder of her incredible journey.  I appreciate Sabreen's openness and authenticity in sharing her story. Follow me on Instagram: @EveryLPodcast for exclusive content More about Sabreen: I am a Sudanese-Canadian who was born in Moscow, Russia. I have lived in Egypt, Yemen, Sudan, UAE (HINT: Dubai) and here I am in Canada so when people say where are you from? I don’t usually have a clear answer to that  I work with autistic children as an Instructor Therapist. I enjoy writing the most and learning new things. I also love talking about and experiencing different cultures! I take my time to appreciate the similarities and differences of cultures to make the best out of my learning.  In addition to being a writer, I am the podcast producer of “The Lemon Narrative with Sabreen” podcast. Through my travels I was always bothered by how visual identities are judged, I always sensed stories hidden within the people I met. Therefore, I started a treasure hunt through my writing and my podcast. I call it a treasure hunt because I always come across beautiful stories, I always find home within each character I talk to and home is my treasure and my favourite place to be.  Follow me or listen to my podcast to enjoy these stories. IG:  https://instagram.com/thelemonnarrative_?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==   Podcast links:  https://youtube.com/@TheLemonNarrativewithSabreen?si=pi9zgnOR7m9YAnNc https://open.spotify.com/show/0V0qNvmNN6VnwXVN04x8r4?si=JkqbIqxiRMWtxvrqZDZbgA https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-lemon-narrative-with-sabreen/id1705421826
Ep 55 | Love, Lies, and Life Lessons: A Story of Marriage and Betrayal feat. Kennith Allen Thomas
Sep 11 2023
Ep 55 | Love, Lies, and Life Lessons: A Story of Marriage and Betrayal feat. Kennith Allen Thomas
This episode is all about love, lies, and life lessons, as we dive into Kennith's personal journey of marriage and betrayal. In this heartfelt conversation, Kennith shares his powerful story of resilience and growth, as he navigates the complexities of love and betrayal. We explore how certain experiences can deeply impact us on a cellular and spiritual level, shaping our reactions to life's challenges. Kennith's story is a testament to the power of self-reflection and forgiveness. He shares his belief in giving people the benefit of the doubt, as our reactions are often influenced by a series of factors, not just the present circumstances. We also delve into the importance of building a strong foundation with God and seeking wisdom in our choices. Throughout this episode, Kennith's authenticity shines through, reminding us that we are not alone in our experiences. So get ready for a thought-provoking and inspiring conversation as we explore the depths of love, the pain of betrayal, and the lessons learned along the way. Follow me on Instagram: @EveryLPodcast for exclusive content More about Kennith: Husband, Father, Professional Dancer, Entrepreneur, Author, and Advocate for the Down Syndrome & Childhood Cancer Community. Kennith is an American Author, Speaker, and Personal/Leadership Development Coach, Helping Companies cultivate leaders unifying transformational change for humanity. Leading their teams to build a better quality of life and overall performance. Kenny is known for his heroic leadership efforts in helping his special needs son, Kristian (Who has Down Syndrome), defeat AMKL-leukemia in half the time projected by doctors in just 149 Days. For over 20 years Kennith has been inspiring the masses with love, and long-spirited, faithful leadership with his powerful speeches and captivating stories. Whether the topic is Personal Growth, Leadership, Overcoming adversity, or Elevating the Mindset. Kenny's message is effective and inspires change X (twitter):TheKennyClutch_ Instagram: @KennyClutch_ The Chronicle Of Allen (playlist): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLC581FD01F9F5A30B
Ep 54 | reDEFINEd Success: How Losing My Business Helped Me Rediscover My True Identity feat. Ashley Verma
Sep 4 2023
Ep 54 | reDEFINEd Success: How Losing My Business Helped Me Rediscover My True Identity feat. Ashley Verma
Our guest this week is Ashley who opens up about the struggles and losses she experienced, and how they ultimately led her to reDEFINE her own understanding of success. We delve into the importance of being kind to ourselves and the power of self-love and affirmation. Ashley's story serves as a reminder that through difficult times, it's crucial to acknowledge our own worth and treat ourselves the way we do our loved ones. Ashley's journey not only transformed her as a mother and wife but also as a business owner. We explore her path from a successful dance career to opening a thriving boutique studio in London, to the unexpected closure brought on by the pandemic up to the creation of her new business and podcast Bizzimumzi. Here are 3 talking points from the episode: 1. The importance of self-care and self-kindness 2. The power of self-reflection and sharing personal struggles 3. Resilience and adapting to change Join us as we navigate through Ashley's empowering story, and discover how she discovered her true identity and built a brand with her daughter. We'll also touch on the joy of community and the importance of giving back. Stay tuned until the end, when Ashley graciously offers words of advice and encouragement for all our listeners. Be sure to follow me on IG for exclusive content @EveryLPodcast More about Ashley and Bizzimumzi: Bizzimumzi was created by Ashley Verma’s own experience of becoming a first-time Mom in February of 2020. “Becoming a parent is life-changing. It’s a gift and lets be real… It’s terrifying! Once the little bundle of joy arrives, you quickly realise this isn’t all perfect Instagram shots. No, this is now all about survival!”   Ashley Verma – self-proclaimed “ always coffee-infused” – was born and raised in Moundsville, West Virginia. She began a professional Broadway career at just 19, performing on Broadway and around the globe. It was while performing that her fitness career began, teaching sold out classes and personal training the elite. Jumping the pond with her British husband, she launched her first fitness business Define London. Ashley’s fitness business was thriving pre-COVID-19, and she was the go to personal trainer for the likes of celebrities Jourdan Dunn, Pippa Middleton, Lorena Rae and Lisa Snowden. The global pandemic gave Ashley the harsh slap of reality when she found her Define London brick and mortar having to close down. Forced to pivot to virtual practices, she had just given birth to her daughter, Adiya, and her husband was frequently travelling to Uganda building his solar energy business. She felt overwhelmed, finding great struggle at times, but began to combat the postpartum depression by sharing ‘Mommy and Me’ workouts and vlogging adventures with Adiya on their Youtube channel, Bizzimumzi. Celebrating her daughter’s first birthday, Ashley began to feel a bit more normal in a ‘new normal’ world. She and her husband were expecting a second child, but things took on a tragic turn at 12 weeks when they received news of a miscarriage. “Motherhood, parenting…. It’s bananas! I found myself spiralling, depressed with the miscarriage news. I was doing my best to be the best for Adiya while grieving the loss of my child. There is no baby book for this, It’s life!” Surrounded by family and friends, Ashley was encouraged to start a podcast about her journey and bring on other Bizzimumzi’s to share their life experiences. Ashley’s journey creating Bizzimumzi has been beyond therapeutic for her and through weekly feedback after a podcast launch, so does her following. The Bizzimumzi community is not just about the pretty bits. Ashley and every Bizzimumzi is unapologetically At Its Best, even when “At Its Best” has paint on the walls, cries filling the room, and you haven’t washed your hair in 4 days. We All Got This! X (Twitter): @Bizzimumzi Instagram: @Bizzimumzi Facebook: Bizzimumzi