Episodes
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How can adversity fuel your creativity?
In this episode, John and Julian chat with Matt Lucas, of Little Britain and Come Fly with Me, about how early struggles - losing his hair, academic challenges, his father’s imprisonment, and finding his sexual identity - shaped his character, comedic voice and career.
You may know many of his characters from his sketch shows, but here’s a character you may not know so well: Matt Lucas.
This is good one if you want to meet the man behind the masks, be inspired to overcome challenges, or want to understand his creative process and how he collaborates.
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Do we need better MPs? And would you like to be one?
In this episode, Julian and John talk with Sir Charles Walker KBE, the former British MP for Broxbourne.
They discuss his passion for authenticity in politics and mental health advocacy. Charles has been open about his own struggles with mental health, using his platform to raise awareness on the issue.
This open and frank discussion will be an insightful listen for those who want a deeper understanding of life as an MP, and how we can better understand the needs of those who choose to represent us in parliament.
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In this episode of Winning Not Fighting, John and Julian sit down with Josie Taylor, a leading expert in Montessori education and Positive Parenting.
With over 14 years of experience—and three kids of her own—Josie shares how to raise confident, independent children without punishment. From managing screen time and school stress to handling attention-seeking behaviour, she explains how stepping back can help kids find their true selves.
Full of practical insights and real warmth, Josie’s approach is a game-changer for parents wanting a stronger, more loving connection with their children.
Josie's Enneagram type is 7.
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Are most chronic diseases linked to inflammation triggered by modern life? In this episode of Winning Not Fighting, hosts John Vincent and Julian Hitch sit down with Dr. Ash Kapoor, a pioneering GP and regenerative medicine expert, to explore why we get ill and what simple action we can take to help prevent it. Very few understand more about how the human body works and fewer still are able to communicate simply how to make it last longer.
We discuss why our healthcare system may be missing the bigger picture—and how ancient wisdom could hold the keys to a healthier future.
Dr. Ash delves into his journey through medicine, his passion for treating patients as whole individuals, and the importance of addressing not just symptoms but the environmental and psychological factors behind them.
Ash is an Enneagram 2.
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In this episode cardiologist and TV doctor Aseem Malhotra shares his personal story, and tells us why we should talk to our doctor about the pros and cons of prescription drugs.
From his campaigns against sugar, and against the demonising of fat, to his more recent concerns about Covid vaccines, and why he believes they were the cause of his father’s death.
You’ll learn what Aseem has to say about the lifestyle choices that will significantly improve your health and reverse metabolic illness. It’s an intense one.
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We are joined by James 'Jimmy' Allen, one of the world's most sought after strategy consultants. As a senior partner at Bain and Company, Jimmy has spent the last four and a half decades helping shape some of the best known businesses - with strategies rooted in his co-authored bestsellers, Profit from the Core and The Founder's Mentality.
Our conversation explores Wing Tsun principles like Mastery and Know Yourself, and also the wisdom of Not Forcing where Jimmy explains how the most nimble (small and large) businesses innovate and scale quickly.
Jimmy's thinking is always practical, always fresh, often in contrast to assumed thinking, and frequently transformational. This is essential listening for anyone. Not just for those in business, but in any organization.
Stay tuned to find out whether you are a disrupter, scaler or executor and how this will change your life. Really.
Jimmy's Enneagram type is 3.
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In this episode of Winning Not Fighting, hosts John Vincent and Julian Hitch are joined by Simon Ruda.
Known for his work as a founder and director of the Behavioural Insights Team, Simon shares insights from his career, including his role in the Met Police and discusses the application of behavioural theories to government policies and the potential ethical concerns surrounding these methods, particularly during crises like COVID-19.
Simon's Enneagram type is 8.
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In this episode of Winning Not Fighting, hosts John Vincent and Julian Hitch talk to Dr. Gowri Motha, an obstetrician and pioneer in natural birthing.
The episode explores Gowri’s experience in helping mothers give birth naturally, with little or no medical intervention. We discuss Wing Tsun principles like staying relaxed and not forcing, and we reflect on the impact of how Western culture and medical practices have impacted traditional, natural ways of giving birth. Gowri explains how to prepare the body, mind, and the birthing environment for a gentle, natural birth experience.
Gowri’s enneagram type is 3.
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In this episode of Winning Not Fighting, hosts John Vincent and Julian Hitch are joined by renowned music producer Haydn Bendall.
Haydn shares his journey from aspiring to be a doctor to becoming a legendary producer, working with artists like Kate Bush and Paul McCartney. The conversation delves into how Haydnn creates a supportive environment for artists, the concept of mastery, and his reflections on personal growth and self-awareness.
Haydn's Enneagram type is 7.
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