INSPIRING STORIES
Episode 7 - The Interrupted Path: From Single Mum to Empowerment Leader: Charlene Grace's Inspiring Journey
In this episode, I chat with Charlene Grace, an extraordinary woman whose journey is nothing short of inspirational. Leaving school at 16 with just one GCSE and becoming a young mother, Charlene defied the odds to earn a first-class honours degree in Law. Today, she is a successful Business Analyst and the founder of 'Grace Simba Community Village,' a charity dedicated to empowering domestic abuse survivors by helping them gain skills, strength, and confidence.
Join us to hear Charlene's incredible story of resilience and transformation, from her challenging beginnings to her current role as an advocate and leader. Discover how she overcame obstacles, found hope, and now works tirelessly to uplift others.
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Wednesday 3 July 2024
Episode 6 - The Interrupted Path: Raymond Tiong
In this episode of The Interrupted Path, Raymond Tiong, a master of strategic thinking and design, delves beyond his impressive CV to share his invaluable lessons. Raymond emphasizes the importance of travel for personal and professional growth, highlighting how exploring the world can foster better self-understanding and skill development. His journey reflects a balance of logic and intuition, resonating with those interested in UX design, research, digital products, or the human side of tech. Tune in to discover how Raymond's insights can inspire more informed decision-making and personal growth.
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Thursday June 25 , 2024
Episode 5 - The Interrupted Path: From Successful Director to Starting Over: Alan Tang's Journey of Reinvention
In this episode of The Interrupted Path, we chat with Alan Tang about his remarkable career journey. From becoming a director in his early 20s to starting over in restaurant kitchens, Alan has embraced the power of reinvention. Now a successful Chief of Staff to Start-Ups & Scale-Ups, he discusses the importance of continuous learning and the value of starting fresh without shame.
Alan is the founder of Collaboration Laboratory, an innovative online program that enhances children's social, emotional, and strategic skills through play—earning rave reviews from parents as "Pokemon meets Sherlock Holmes." He also assists startup and scaleup founders in tackling their most pressing challenges, from setting up new sourcing functions for sustainable tech platforms to designing revenue streams, hiring niche talent, and negotiating multi-million-pound contracts.
We go behind the CV to learn how Alan puts his skills to use in helping others. Tune in to be inspired!
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Thursday June 20 , 2024
Episode 4 - The Interrupted Path: Leroy Nicholas: Using Boxing to Transform Lives
In this episode, Samreen talks to Leroy Nicholas about his discovery of boxing as a teen and how he leveraged this passion to work with youth, teaching them the value of physical exercise for both mind and body. Today, Leroy runs his own charity foundation, instilling crucial life lessons through boxing.
To learn more about the brilliant work the foundation does, head to their website:
https://sweetsciencefoundation.org.uk
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Saturday June 15 , 2024
Episode 3 - The Interrupted Path:From 15 year old school leaver to International Property Investor
In this episode, we chat to George Murphy who left school at 15 but went on to find success as an actor and property investor. He discusses his struggles with dyslexia and finding the confidence to play to his strengths. We delve behind his CV to explore the real life skills he learnt that crafted his path in life.
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Friday March 1 , 2024
Episode 2 - The Interrupted Path:Harriet Muller - From Childhood Bereavement to celebrated Artist
In this episode, I speak to Harriet Muller, a wonderful Artist who discussed how the cancer diagnosis of her mother at the age of 7 started a journey which resulted in the Artist she is today.
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You can find Harriet here: https://youtube.com/@HarrietMuller?si=xwXJ8CP-bGTzqA7_
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This is her book 'Changing Lives': https://www.harrietmuller.com/work/books
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And, here she is in the award winning short film:
https://youtu.be/Wb3EDdx4Gc4?si=DMTwcFofU2GgTKGk
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Thursday Feb 1 , 2024
Episode 1 - The Interrupted Path - Sunil Pindoria - From childhood paralysis to School Transformation
In this inspiring episode of "The Interrupted Path," we delve into the remarkable journey of Sunil Pindoria, a resilient individual who faced both physical pain and the absence of educational resources during his time in Kenya. Sunil's story is a testament to the transformative power of hope, showcasing how one can overcome immense challenges. Navigating through hardships, Sunil's path was marked by adversity. Despite facing physical pain and the lack of educational opportunities, he emerged triumphant with the aid of the right support systems. This episode unveils the intricate layers of Sunil's experiences, highlighting the pivotal role that both medical and educational assistance played in shaping his trajectory. Today, Sunil stands as a successful ICT consultant, a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the ability to rise above obstacles. Join us as we explore the depths of Sunil's interrupted path, celebrating the resilience that led him to not only conquer adversity but thrive in the professional realm. His story is a beacon of inspiration for anyone navigating their own challenging educational journey.
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Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
The Interrupted Path: INTRO
The Interrupted Path is a series which delves into the lives of individuals who have experienced interruptions that have fundamentally changed their life goals or career paths. It's a fascinating series that explores how within those interruptions we learn skills that equip us to become the people we are today.
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Monday Dec 11, 2023