The Waffle Shop

A bit of a different vibe on the waffle this week!After 4 years of podcasting, I sit down with a good friend of mine, Luke, to have a beer and waffle about what's been going on recently!This waffle wasn't planned, but following on from a song that has been stuck in my head for weeks, it grew into a powerful conversation!The main takeaways from the episode are:Don't be afraid to startIt's ok to self-validateThing's are supposed to scare usViral Podcast EpisodesWhy you shouldn't try to find love on TV This podcast has a bit of everything and actually contains some really good advice, so I hope it helps!I really hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to hit the subscribe button!

Joining me for a waffle this week is the ridiculously talented Dylan and the Moon!Dylan is a proud trans man, musician, podcaster, and now public speaker who is as inspiring as he is talented!We have a waffle about his transition journey, coping mechanisms, and how embracing your weirdness can change your life for the better!We also have a waffle about his brand new single, Off My Brain, where he duets with his former self, Lots Holloway which makes for one of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard. The song takes you on a journey that leaves you feeling proud of your journey so far!This podcast has a bit of everything and has some really great advice, Dylan is so open and honest about his journey with self-discovery and his struggle with accepting his former self, that really resonates with me. I really hope this episode helps others to embrace who they are and to be proud of their journey so far!I really hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to hit the subscribe button!

Joining me for a waffle this week is the brilliant Luke Clark!Luke is a mental-health advocate and podcaster and he joins me for a waffle about how he created the incredible Stress Sessions and how it has changed the direction of his life foreverWe also had a waffle about all things mental health, coping mechanisms, and sobriety, and we even bonded over a similar experience with fish!There are a few moments throughout this episode that people may find triggering so if you are affected by anything in this week's episode, please reach out for helpSamaritans - 116 123Calm - 0800 58 58 58I really hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to hit the subscribe button!

Joining me for a waffle this week is the brilliant Charlie King!Charlie is a TV personality, an entrepreneur, and a phenomenal advocate for both body image and mental health!Charlie joins me for a waffle about his time on The Only Way is Essex and how featuring on the cover of Men's Health Magazine changed the course of his journeyWe have a very open waffle about surgery, men's mental health, body dysmorphia, and how toxic social media can be. This waffle goes in all directions and covers topics such as sexuality, authenticity, and coping mechanisms with the hope that it inspires others to open up about what they are going throughFollowing some time away, Charlie is now back with a brand new fire in his belly to inspire others to be comfortable in their own skin. His brand new programme, Beyond Your Physical, has been developed to help people become the best version of themselves!If you want to find out more, click hereI really hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to hit the subscribe button!

Joining me for a waffle this week is the brilliant Demi Sims!Demi is a reality TV star, an entrepreneur, and now a podcaster!Demi joins me for a waffle about her brand new podcast, SimSquared, the upcoming new series of House of Sims and everything in between!We also have a waffle about all things sexuality, it's not something we speak about enough on the podcast, so this chat was so refreshing, and I can't thank Demi enough for opening up about her sexuality journey and how she embraces it!Not only did we waffle about all things sexuality, Demi very openly and honestly spoke about her own mental health journey, her vitiligo, and how therapy has helped her throughout her life. I really hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to hit the subscribe button!

HAPPY 4TH BIRTHDAY, THE WAFFLE SHOP! 🧇Joining me to celebrate The Waffle Shop turning 4 is my podcasting wife, Emma Tindall!Emma was my first proper podcaster friend, and since joining forces back in 2021, we've been pretty inseparable!From interviewing supermodels to hosting sold-out live shows together, it's been quite the journey already! We have a waffle about the journey so far, our favourite moments, and we announce the return of something insanely exciting!I just wanted to take this opportunity to thank every guest so far, every person who has supported the podcast, and, more importantly, every listener. You have changed my life in so many ways!I really hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to hit the subscribe button!

Joining me for another episode of The Waffle Shop is the ridiculously talented Samira Mighty!Samira joins me for a waffle about all things music, coping mechanisms, and the songs that have soundtracked her journey so far!You might recognise Samira from Love Island, but wait until you hear her sing! We have a waffle about her brand new EP, Dancefloors & Drama Vol.1, the inspiration behind it, and who her dream collaboration would be! There is a particular standout track for us here at The Waffle Shop, and it's a banger! The song ‘Broke Me Good’ is Samira’s intensely personal track yet, forged from the trauma of a destructive past relationship. She sings over stormy 80s synths and electric guitars that is guaranteed to get you dancing! “I’m played, I’m used, but I’m alive. If I survive this fall, guess I’m invincible…”We also have a waffle about imposter syndrome and how sometimes it can limit our beliefs. One bit of advice that came out of today's episode was to always challenge it! You are far more capable than you think, and you deserve greatness!I really hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to hit the subscribe button!

Joining me for a waffle this week is quite possibly the most inspiring guest we have ever had on the show, Ryan GadsbyRyan joins me to share his journey of childhood se*xual ab*use.Ryan was ab*used by his stepdad from the age of 8 until he reached 16. Ryan very bravely shares his story of how he survived this horrific ordeal in the hope that it inspires others to reach out and ask for help.We have a waffle about the journey so far, the impact it has had on his mental health and how a defining moment changed the course of his life foreverHe is now on a mission to build awareness for fellow survivors, encourage others to share their stories, and, more importantly, remind people to never be ashamed of what happened to them!Ryan has now created Prevention Pathways to provide in-school support and educator training to bridge the educational gap for trauma-affected children. Their ‘Be Aware, Be Active, and Be Alongside’ programme will also equip those on the frontlines with the knowledge and tools to make a real difference.This episode may be triggering for people so if you are experiencing anything discussed in this week's episode, then please head to Ryan's Instagram for links on how you can get helpI really hope you enjoy the episode, and don't forget to hit the subscribe button!

Joining me for another episode of The Waffle Shop is the ridiculously talented Formz!Formz joins me fresh from the Super Bowl to have a waffle about his brand new single, Keyboard Warriors. The track addresses online bullying, and was written after he received online hate for performing a football freestyle on Sky Sports. Formz built up a significant following over the pandemic with regular freestyles, rapped sporting roundups and by simply doing something that he loves doingI took so much away from this episode, and Formz is a true example of how having self-belief and clarity can really take you to where you need to go!Formz is about to take to the stage in Manchester on February 21st and in London on March 14th, so head here for tickets!I really hope you enjoy the episode and don't forget to hit the subscribe button!