The Middle-aged Bodcast

As our short mid-season break continues, we’re bringing back another episode from the Bodcast archives.This week, it’s our Season 4 chat with the brilliant Tom Campbell.You may know Tom from breakfast radio, Cultaholic Wrestling, or his work as a ring announcer, but this episode is really about change.Tom talks to us about his fitness journey since turning 40, from getting started with Couch to 5K to taking on the Great North Run.It’s funny, honest, and genuinely motivating, especially if you’ve ever thought it might be too late to make a change.Enjoy. We’ll be back with the remaining episodes of Season 7 from next week, so in the words of Tom himself: Stay safe, and love you, bye.Original episode descriptionFrom early mornings on breakfast radio to the bright lights of wrestling ring announcing - and now the pavement - Tom Campbell has lived a life full of big energy and even bigger reinventions.In this episode, Tom joins Rich and T.A. to talk about his midlife transformation: how Couch to 5K got him off the sofa, why Slimming World finally worked, and what it's really like running a half marathon after 40.We also dive into Tom's broadcasting beginnings, life at Cultaholic Wrestling, emotional eating, weight loss wins, and the daily battle to stay motivated - even when you'd rather stay in bed.It's honest, funny, and full of motivation for anyone who thinks they've left it too late to change. Spoiler: you haven't.📸 Follow Tom on Instagram: @mrtomcampbell🐦 Find him on X (Twitter): @TomCampbell🎵 Tom's TikTok: @thetomcampbell📺 Cultaholic Wrestling on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Cultaholic📱 Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast Online!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.uk👍 Like what you heard? Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast wherever you get your pods and tell a mate who runs for their mental health, still remembers old-school BRMB, or once thought they were the next Intercontinental Champion!

Hi, Bodcasters, as we mentioned on social media this week, we're taking a short mid-season break. For the next couple of weeks we'll be bringing back some previous episodes before returning with brand-new episodes on 28 July.This episode features our very own T.A. Shelano reading the first chapter of his debut novel, The Doctor’s Hidden Patients. You can get an eBook copy of the novel from Smashwords as part of their 2026 Summer Sale.Get your FREE eBook copy of "The Doctor's Hidden Patients", the debut novel from Bodcast co-host T.A. Shelano as part of the Smashwords Summer Sale.Use the code SS100 at checkout for 100% off. Offer good through July 31st, 2026.Original episode descriptionWhat secrets would you uncover if your father’s dying words led you to a locked warehouse?In this gripping and exclusive audiobook-style episode of the Middle-aged Bodcast, co-host T.A. Shelano reads Chapter One of his debut sci-fi thriller The Doctor’s Hidden Patients. It begins with a heart attack in a supermarket car park - and ends with a shocking discovery behind a steel door. When Sarah Leidenstraum follows the trail left by her late father, Dr Robert Leidenstraum, she uncovers a secret so disturbing it could change everything she thought she knew.Set in 1999, this story weaves together emotional weight, dark humour, and slow-building suspense. If you're into dystopian fiction, family drama, or sci-fi with a conscience, this episode is for you.📘 Love what you hear?Grab your copy of the book:🔗 Buy on Amazon🔗 Visit the official website📱 Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast Online!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.uk👍 Like, Comment & Subscribe for more laughs and good conversation!

The Middle-aged Bodcast is proud to support Age UK's "Act Now, Age Better" campaign.Age UK’s research found that nearly half of mid-lifers used to dread school PE lessons, with millions still feeling traumatised by PE or put off exercise and sport for life. So in this episode, we're looking back at our own less-than-glorious memories of rugby, football and cricket among other sports and ask how people in midlife can find a way back into movement without any pressure, judgement or embarrassment.We also talk about some of the sports we actually liked, including Rich's surprisingly positive memories of tennis and hokey, and why finding an activity that suits you might be the key to moving more.It's not about channeling Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray or Roger Federer. Sometimes, just hitting the ball over the net is a good place to start.Find out more about Age UK's "Act Now, Age Better" campaign: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/get-involved/act-now/📱 Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast Online!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.ukIf you've enjoyed listening, we'd love it if you could follow the podcast, leave us a review and drop us a comment. Every follow, rating and bit of feedback helps more people find the Middle-aged Bodcast.

It's our 75th episode, and we're going back to 1991 for a look at one of the greatest sequels ever made, Terminator 2: Judgment Day.Rich and T.A. revisit the James Cameron classic 35 years on, from Arnold Schwarzenegger's iconic T-800 to Robert Patrick's terrifying T-1000. The groundbreaking CGI, old-school practical effects and some truly terrible Arnie impressions.We also talk about whether Terminator 2 now feels less like sci-fi and more like a warning, with AI, machines, screens and technology becoming a bigger part of everyday life.There's nostalgia, favourite scenes, stunt work and a few questionable attempts at "I'll be back".📱 Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast Online!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.ukIf you've enjoyed listening, we'd love it if you could follow the podcast, leave us a review and drop us a comment. Every follow, rating and bit of feedback helps more people find the Middle-aged Bodcast.

In this episode of The Middle-aged Bodcast, we are joined by inspirational speaker, author and survivor Chris DT Gordon.Chris shares the incredible story of how a small scratch on his hand led to sepsis, necrotizing fasciitis, also known as flesh-eating bacteria. Chris went through 15 surgeries, an induced coma, and the possibility of losing his arm, but his story isn't just about survival. It is about recovery, resilience, gratitude, kindness and choosing how you respond when life changes in an instant.We also talk about Chris' book From Survivor to Striver, The Attitude of Gratitude, the power of small acts of kindness, getting active again after trauma, marathon running, Comic Cons and why gratitude is not just a feeling, it's an action.An inspiring, funny and genuinely uplifting conversation about surviving the unimaginable and finding a way to move forward.Check out Chris' book "From Survivor to Striver: How gratitude can transform you into a superhero!" on AmazonFind out more about Chris on his website, Instagram, Threads and TikTok.📱 Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast Online!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.ukIf you've enjoyed listening, we'd love it if you could follow the podcast, leave us a review and drop us a comment. Every follow, rating and bit of feedback helps more people find the Middle-aged Bodcast.

In this episode of Season 7, we catch up on what we've been up to since completing our 12-mile charity walk in aid of Andy’s Man Club.T.A. talks about taking on his first Parkrun as we continue trying to stay active in midlife, while Rich gets back into cooking with a slow cooker spaghetti bolognese and starts thinking about what else he can try in the kitchen.We also chat about days out, comedy shows, cinema trips, immersive experiences, upcoming films, future plans for the Bodcast and why fitness, food and wellbeing will continue to be a big part of this season as we support Age UK's "Act Now, Age Better" campaign.📱 Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast Online!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.ukIf you've enjoyed listening, we'd love it if you could follow the podcast, leave us a review and drop us a comment. Every follow, rating and bit of feedback helps more people find the Middle-aged Bodcast.

In the first episode of Season 7, we look back on our 12-mile charity walk from Merry Hill to Birmingham city centre in aid of Andy's Man Club.From bacon sandwich temptations in the opening stages and unexpected roadside encouragement to aching feet, Whisper Gold-fuelled determination and a finish line complete with medals, banners and cheering supporters, we relive every step of the challenge.We also reveal how much we've raised so far, reflect on what the experience taught us about fitness, mental health and pushing ourselves beyond our comfort zones, and discuss why staying active in midlife is going to be a bigger focus for us moving forward. As part of that journey, we're proud to be supporting Age UK's Act Now, Age Better campaign throughout Season 7.Most importantly, we want to say a huge thank you to everyone who donated, supported, encouraged and helped us smash our original fundraising target for Andy's Man Club.There's still time to donate if you'd like to support the cause via our JustGiving page.📱 Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast Online!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.ukIf you've enjoyed listening, we'd love it if you could follow the podcast, leave us a review and drop us a comment. Every follow, rating and bit of feedback helps more people find the Middle-aged Bodcast and keeps us moving forward.

Season 7 is here and fresh off the back of our 12 mile charity walk for Andy's Man Club, we're backing Age UK's "Act Now, Age Better" campaign.This season will focus on ways of keeping active in mid-life, interspersed with the usual banter, laughs and special episodes.Season 7 promises to be a summer sizzler.The Middle-aged Bodcast, getting older but having some laughs!📱 Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast Online!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.uk