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Gunnar grew up in what looked like the perfect family - until addiction slowly unraveled everything. After his parents fell deeper into their own substance use, his mother disappeared without a word, leaving Gunnar to navigate a childhood suddenly marked by instability and pain.By his teens, he turned to meth and heroin, beginning a long cycle of drug court, jail stays, and surviving on the streets of downtown San Diego. But Gunnar's story didn't end there. Through grit, recovery, and a community that believed in him, he rebuilt his life from the ground up.Now three years sober, Gunnar has graduated college and applied to graduate school with a mission: to advocate for the homeless community he once belonged to and push for real policy change.This episode is a powerful testament to resilience, redemption, and the impact of turning lived experience into purpose.DM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Message me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen AD FREE & workout with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email me chasingheroine@gmail.comSee you next week!

In this solo episode of Relationships at Work, host Russel Lolacher digs into a leadership trap that quietly damages culture, disengages teams, and derails real progress: celebrating effort instead of impact.We hand out recognition for hard work, long hours, new initiatives, “busy-ness,” and well-packaged plans—but rarely pause to ask the only question that matters: Did any of this create meaningful change?Russel explores why organizations reward motion instead of momentum and how this leads to checkbox leadership, abandoned initiatives, and teams who stop believing anything is going to be different. Drawing from real stories, including an executive who celebrated a website without ever asking if anyone used it, Russel breaks down how leaders can shift the narrative.You'll hear:Why effort is the baseline—not the winHow valuing impact strengthens trust, engagement, and cultureThree practical actions to redefine success and hold leaders accountableIf you want to build a workplace where progress is real—not performative—this episode is for you.And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime

Complete our 2025 Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7We'd love to hear from you! Every year, we ask the Life After Prison audience to complete a short survey. Your answers help us understand what's working, what we can improve, and they also help us show our funders the real impact of the show. It only takes a few minutes and your feedback really does make a difference.In this brand new series, Cellmate to CEO, Tony Supreme, CEO of Soul Surge Wellness, who has lived experience of the criminal justice system himself, talks to other CEO's, leaders and changemakers about their transition from prison to leadership.In this episode Tony chats with Jason Frost, who transformed from a gym orderly inside prison to the founder of Fit Box, with multiple gyms and hundreds of clients. Jason shares his journey through addiction, PTSD, and the stigma of a criminal record, to becoming a successful CEO. He highlights the importance of staying focused, being reliable, and how fitness helped with his own mental health.Useful organisations:The Fit Box Group- Gyms and Fitness Centres in Brighton and HoveContact us: If anything you've heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you'd just like to get in touch, please contact us.

This week we are answering some questions submitted by you!!! But before we get into those we start off with an insane story that involves a dog, a boyfriend and urine... Plus, we get real and down to earth about body image and what true confidence means to us now that we are parents. LINKS Follow Jadé on Instagram @jadetunchy and TikTok Follow Lachie on Instagram @lachiebrycki and TikTok Email us at madaboutyou@novapodcasts.com.au Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial. CREDITSHosts: Jadé and Lachie BryckiSenior Producer: Xander CrossManaging Producer: Ricardo BardonDigital Content Producer: Brittany Birt Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've been taught that being busy means being successful — but what if it's actually holding us back? In this episode of Relationships at Work, host Russel Lolacher talks with performance optimization expert and author Peggy Sullivan about how to escape “time poverty” and achieve more by doing less.Peggy shares how leaders can recognize the traps of constant hustle, eliminate low-value activities, and replace them with purpose-driven priorities. From tackling meeting overload to setting better boundaries and aligning time with values, this conversation offers practical steps to shift from burnout to balance — and from busyness to true productivity.Hey! If you're enjoying the insights from our guests, you'll love our R@W Notes Newsletter. It's packed with guest takeaways, the resources that inspire them, and my own tips on how we as leaders can be better humans for the humans the are responsible for. Go to RelationshipsAtWorkShow.com and Subscribe Now and help the workplace be more human. Want more from our conversations on the show? Subscribe to the R@W Notes Newsletter! It's where I share top takeaways from our guests, the resources that fuel their success, and my personal insights on how we as leaders more human. And we need more human. Go to RelationshipsAtWorkShow.com and Sign up today to keep your leadership journey on the right path. And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime

In this explosive conclusion to Blue's story, the chaos of addiction reaches terrifying new heights. What starts as a wild meth-fueled adventure spirals into a blur of residential burglaries, near-death experiences, and cross-count geographicals between California and New Mexico. Blue narrowly survives a car explosion, brushes with death, and finds herself trapped in the same criminal underworld she once swore she'd escape.After a string of arrests, she lands in a New Mexico prison—this time with a baby in California that she's trying to get back to. Headed back to California, she was determined to find sobriety. Ending up in a federal indictment and facing years in federal prison, Blue is finally forced to confront the wreckage of her past and the possibility of a different future.Check out our sponsor Worthy Wellness CenterConnect with Blue's treatment center OC SafehouseDM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Message me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen AD FREE & workout with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email me chasingheroine@gmail.comSee you next week!

You've heard it before — “let your results speak for themselves.” But in reality, results don't talk — you do. In this solo episode, Relationships at Work host Russel Lolacher breaks down why staying silent about your success can stall your career and how communicating your impact with clarity, alignment, and presence helps leadership truly see your value.Russel shares actionable ways to advocate for yourself and your team:Align with leadership priorities so your wins connect to what matters most.Tell a story with your data that answers “why should leadership care?”Show up where it counts — from one-on-one meetings to leadership briefings.If you've ever felt overlooked or under-valued despite great results, this episode is your reminder: hard work doesn't guarantee recognition — but smart communication can.

Complete our 2025 Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7We'd love to hear from you! Every year, we ask the Life After Prison audience to complete a short survey. Your answers help us understand what's working, what we can improve, and they also help us show our funders the real impact of the show. It only takes a few minutes and your feedback really does make a difference.In this brand new series, Cellmate to CEO, Tony Supreme, CEO of Soul Surge Wellness, who has lived experience of the criminal justice system himself, talks to other CEO's, leaders and changemakers about their transition from prison to leadership.In this episode, Tony chats to Mandy Ogunmokun, the founder and CEO of Treasures Foundation. Mandy shares her inspiring journey from addiction and the revolving doors of prison, to founding a trauma-informed recovery charity for women. Mandy talks about the power of faith, personal growth, and the importance of having supportive people around you.Useful organisations: Treasures Foundation- Providing safe accommodation in East London and specialist outreach support to women with histories of addiction, mental health, trauma and experience of the criminal justice system.Samaritans- Whatever you're going through, a Samaritan will face it with you. We're here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.UKNA- We are Narcotics Anonymous in the United Kingdom & Channel Islands. If you have a problem with drugs, we are recovering drug addicts who can help you get and stay clean.Contact us: If anything you've heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you'd just like to get in touch, please contact us.

Well, I was not expecting to find out that Jadé has some pretty impressive names in her phone. One from Harry Potter and another from a major boyband. But if you think that’s wild, just wait till you hear the stories that were sent in for today’s episode… honestly, they had us shook. LINKS Follow Jadé on Instagram @jadetunchy and TikTok Follow Lachie on Instagram @lachiebrycki and TikTok Email us at madaboutyou@novapodcasts.com.au Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial. CREDITSHosts: Jadé and Lachie BryckiSenior Producer: Xander CrossManaging Producer: Ricardo BardonDigital Content Producer: Brittany Birt Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Accountability in leadership isn't about blame — it's about ownership.In this episode of Relationships at Work, host Russel Lolacher talks with leadership expert Michael Timms on how great leaders inspire accountability by modeling it first. Together they explore how to move beyond micromanagement, empower teams through clarity, and build trust that fuels performance.You'll learn how to:Redefine accountability as ownership, not punishment.Model accountability to inspire your team.Build a culture where people take pride in results.Michael Timms is the author of How Leaders Can Inspire Accountability: Three Habits That Make or Break Leaders and Elevate Organizational Performance.Hey! If you're enjoying the insights from our guests, you'll love our R@W Notes Newsletter. It's packed with guest takeaways, the resources that inspire them, and my own tips on how we as leaders can be better humans for the humans the are responsible for. Go to RelationshipsAtWorkShow.com and Subscribe Now and help the workplace be more human. Want more from our conversations on the show? Subscribe to the R@W Notes Newsletter! It's where I share top takeaways from our guests, the resources that fuel their success, and my personal insights on how we as leaders more human. And we need more human. Go to RelationshipsAtWorkShow.com and Sign up today to keep your leadership journey on the right path. And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime

PART ONE: Krystin “Blue” grew up in New Mexico, a ballet dancer and promising student. At just 19, she smoked crack for the first time - with her mother. That moment changed everything, pulling her into a world of addiction, chaos, and survival. After an overdose and a terrifying encounter with a cartel boss, Blue was arrested for selling Oxy 80s and eventually found herself in Orange County, chasing relief in heroin. In Part One of her story, Blue opens up about the pain, love, and deep longing that drove her down this path — and the flicker of hope that would one day lead her toward healing.Check out our sponsor ⁠Worthy Wellness Center⁠!Connect with ⁠Safehouse OC⁠ on ⁠Instagram⁠DM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Message me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen AD FREE & workout with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email me chasingheroine@gmail.comSee you next week!

We talk a lot about the importance of taking breaks — but how do you know when you've actually had one?In this solo episode of Relationships at Work, host Russel Lolacher shares what happened when he took a real pause from creating, producing, and strategizing — not because he stopped caring, but because he cared too much to keep going unsustainably.Through small grounding habits, reflection, and honest self-checks, Russel explores what it means to step away with intention — and how to return with clarity instead of clutter.Because a true break isn't just time away from work — it's reconnection with who you are outside of it.If you've been feeling the pull to slow down or the guilt that comes with it, this episode is your reminder that rest is leadership.And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime

Complete our 2025 Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7We'd love to hear from you! Every year, we ask the Life After Prison audience to complete a short survey. Your answers help us understand what's working, what we can improve, and they also help us show our funders the real impact of the show. It only takes a few minutes and your feedback really does make a difference.In this brand new series, Cellmate to CEO, Tony Supreme, CEO of Soul Surge Wellness, who has lived experience of the criminal justice system himself, talks to other CEO's, leaders and changemakers about their transition from prison to leadership.In this episode Tony chats to the CEO of Offploy, Jacob Hill. Jacob talks about the ups and downs of his life so far, as the son of two retired police officers, and former ‘Yorkshire's Young Entrepreneur of the Year'. Jacob talks to Tony about the path that led him to serving a prison sentence, and how drive, passion, hard work, and not shying away from asking for help, put him on the path to leadership.Useful organisations:Offploy- Offploy is a social enterprise formed by ex-prisoners to help those with convictions secure employment and lead a positive life.Rift Social Enterprise- providing self-employment and HMRC-related advice, training and support to marginalised people in the UK. National Careers Service- Inspiring people to thrive.Contact us: If anything you've heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you'd just like to get in touch, please contact us.

Today we delving into the the other side. We have Madeleine Marie in the studio with us, and you will hear her give us a live tarot card reading. Madeleine Marie is a Teacher of Metaphysics and Personal Development, an Intuitive Consultant, and Angelic Reiki Master and much more. She became aware at a very young age that she had natural esoteric abilities, such as clairvoyance, clairsentience, healing hands and communication with Divine Beings. She will guide you with care, compassion, and her vast experience and wisdom. She has helped many people discover their true potential and purpose. She has a sincere, honest and direct approach to guiding you with your direction in all areas of life and finding your true self. As you work with her she will raise your vibration to healing heights, and calm your soul. LINKS Follow Jadé on Instagram @jadetunchy and TikTok Follow Lachie on Instagram @lachiebrycki and TikTok Email us at madaboutyou@novapodcasts.com.au Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial. Get in contact with Madeleine HERE CREDITSHosts: Jadé and Lachie BryckiSenior Producer: Xander CrossManaging Producer: Ricardo BardonDigital Content Producer: Brittany Birt Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most leaders think their organizational problems are structural — that if they just rearrange the boxes on the org chart, everything will flow better. But as organizational design consultant and executive coach Susannah Robinson explains, that's rarely the real issue.In this episode of Relationships at Work, host Russel Lolacher and Susannah break down what organizational design actually means — and how it connects directly to leadership behavior, culture, and employee experience.Together, they explore:Why most “structure problems” are really leadership and communication problemsHow to align your strategy, values, and design so your people can actually succeedThe difference between managing intent vs. managing impact as a leaderHow ego and fear of change block healthy redesignsWhat real accountability and trust look like when teams restructureWhether you're leading a department, a small business, or an entire organization, this conversation will help you see organizational design as a relationship practice — not a chart exercise.

In part three of Keta Loren's powerful story, everything changes. After years of addiction, trauma, and survival on the streets of Los Angeles, Keta has a profound spiritual experience that awakens something deep within her - setting her on a new path of recovery, healing, and purpose. But just as her life begins to transform, tragedy strikes, plunging her into a long season of grief. Through the pain, Keta finally reaches a point of surrender and begins to seek help for her mental health, opening the door to lasting recovery and self-discovery.Connect with Keta on InstagramDM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Message me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen AD FREE & workout with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email me chasingheroine@gmail.comSee you next week!

In this brand new series, Cellmate to CEO, Tony Supreme, CEO of Soul Surge Wellness, who has lived experience of the criminal justice system himself, talks to other CEO's, leaders and changemakers about their transition from prison to leadership. In this episode Tony chats to Life After Prison's very own Zak. They discuss Zak's multiple run-ins with the law which started as a teenager, and subsequent prison sentences. Zak shares the changes he made during his third and final sentence, difficulty finding work after prison, and his progression into leadership and starting his own organisation, X Conversation. Useful organisations: X Conversation- At Xconversation our belief in rehabilitation and the power to change guides everything we do and the decisions we make! Social Ark- Social Ark empowers talented and resilient young people to use their lived experiences to create innovative social enterprises that address the issues they care about. Prison Radio Association- The Prison Radio Association uses sound to change lives. Contact us:  If anything you've heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you'd just like to get in touch, please contact us.

It's Halloween tomorrow, so we thought we'd collate your spooky stories for one epic special! Lach really loves this stuff, so you will love it too. LINKS Follow Jadé on Instagram @jadetunchy and TikTok Follow Lachie on Instagram @lachiebrycki and TikTok Email us at madaboutyou@novapodcasts.com.au Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial. CREDITSHosts: Jadé and Lachie BryckiExecutive Producer: Hannah Bowman Managing Producer: Ricardo BardonDigital Content Producer: Brittany Birt Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Originally released: June, 2024In this episode of Relationships at Work, communications and leadership nerd (and host) Russel Lolacher discusses the causes and answers to cultural debt.Technical debt is a common term in software development to explain growing issues caused by not properly addressing problems. By only implementing "band-aid" solutions, the root problems only continue to grow and fester. Cultural debt is the same in that organizational issues unaddressed or avoided, will just poison the company little by little over time until it's not something that can be fixed anymore. Russel provides examples of how we invest in cultural debt and the areas we can pay attention to to avoid it. Join us as we discuss. If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe and share with others.And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime

In Part Two of Keta Loren's powerful story, we pick up in Los Angeles - where her life spirals deeper into addiction, exploitation, and survival. After being trafficked and turning to stripping to get by, Keta becomes trapped in a relentless cycle of meth and heroin use, crime, and chaos. But when she least expects it, a mystical, life-altering experience cracks everything open - ushering in the beginning of her transformation. Check out Work It Health hereConnect with Keta on ⁠Instagram⁠DM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Message me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen AD FREE & workout with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email me chasingheroine@gmail.comSee you next week!

Complete our 2025 Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7We'd love to hear from you! Every year, we ask the Life After Prison audience to complete a short survey. Your answers help us understand what's working, what we can improve, and they also help us show our funders the real impact of the show. It only takes a few minutes and your feedback really does make a difference.This week on Life After Prison:It's the final episode of our four part mini-series and we're bringing back our experts: Roland Karthaus, the architect exploring how prison design can support rehabilitation; Jenny Okolo, occupational therapist looking at daily life and neurodiversity inside prison; and Dr Graham Durcan, a researcher at the Centre for Mental Health. We asked them to look ahead: What current projects give them hope for the future of rehabilitation? And if rehabilitation was really at the heart of the system, what could prisons look like in the years to come? Useful Organisations:Spark2Life (London) – Offers mentoring and workshops to help young people and adults make positive life changes, often led by individuals with lived experience of the criminal justice system.https://www.spark2life.co.uk/Working Chance (London) – They help women secure sustainable employment by offering workshops, career coaching, and job placement services, aiming to challenge stigma and foster inclusion.http://www.workingchance.orgContact us:If anything you've heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you'd just like to get in touch, please contact us.

This week we tackle the debate of the roles and responsibilities of men and women when it comes to household chores, parenting, and everything in between. LINKS Follow Jadé on Instagram @jadetunchy and TikTok Follow Lachie on Instagram @lachiebrycki and TikTok Email us at madaboutyou@novapodcasts.com.au Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial. CREDITSHosts: Jadé and Lachie BryckiExecutive Producer: Hannah Bowman Managing Producer: Ricardo BardonDigital Content Producer: Brittany Birt Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Originally released: August, 2024What if being 'professional' is actually holding your workplace back? In this episode, host Russel Lolacher challenges the traditional norms and reveals why respect, not rigid professionalism, is the key to a thriving, diverse workplace.The idea of professionalism is usually about aligning behaviours, dress codes, communication styles and work ethics around the norms of the dominant culture. This is a barrier to diversity and innovation, while promoting uniformity. Let's be respectful instead.Russel shares real world examples of what we can do as leaders to encourage a respectful workplace and remove the roadblocks associated with being professional. If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe and share with others.And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Melanie Gulde, the Vermont drug court officer who played a pivotal role in helping Phish frontman Trey Anastasio find sobriety back in 2006. Nearly two decades later, both Melanie and Trey are sober and have joined forces to create something extraordinary - The Divided Sky Foundation in Ludlow, Vermont.Together, they've built a recovery program that blends the 12 Steps, emotional sobriety, and Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (M.O.R.E.) into a truly holistic healing experience. Through immersive workshops, music-centered therapy, nature walks, and mindfulness practices, Divided Sky offers a unique space for transformation — one rooted in connection, creativity, and community.Melanie shares her personal journey to sobriety, to getting involved with Drug Court programs, and why she feels so passionate about helping women find treatment.Recently, the Divided Sky Foundation announced the launch of a Women's Scholarship Fund, created to address the unique barriers women face when seeking treatment for addiction. The Fund provides financial support so that women — regardless of income — can access a dignified and empowering path to recovery. With the assistance of women's rights attorney, Tamara Holder, Melanie and Trey continue to expand their mission of offering hope, healing, and opportunity to all who seek recovery.This episode is a testament to the power of second chances, the strength of community, and the beautiful harmony that can emerge when recovery meets purpose.Check out the website for Divided SkyDM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Message me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen AD FREE & workout with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email me chasingheroine@gmail.comSee you next week!

Complete our 2025 Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7We'd love to hear from you! Every year, we ask the Life After Prison audience to complete a short survey. Your answers help us understand what's working, what we can improve, and they also help us show our funders the real impact of the show. It only takes a few minutes and your feedback really does make a difference.This week on Life After PrisonIt's the third episode of our brand new mini-series!In this episode, Jules speaks to Dr Graham Durcan – a researcher and former psychiatric nurse who has spent years working in and around prisons. Graham shares insights into:The biggest mental health challenges people face insideThe barriers to getting proper supportWhat needs to change if we're serious about making rehabilitation workThis podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful Organisations:Spark2Life (London) – Offers mentoring and workshops to help young people and adults make positive life changes, often led by individuals with lived experience of the criminal justice system.https://www.spark2life.co.uk/Working Chance (London) – They help women secure sustainable employment by offering workshops, career coaching, and job placement services, aiming to challenge stigma and foster inclusion.http://www.workingchance.orgContact us:If anything you've heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you'd just like to get in touch, please contact us.

We have a special guest in the studio this week, the one and only Tammy Hembrow. Tammy shares her current dating status, what its like going through a public divorce, why family is so important and how she deals with public scrutiny. LINKS Follow Jadé on Instagram @jadetunchy and TikTok Follow Lachie on Instagram @lachiebrycki and TikTok Email us at madaboutyou@novapodcasts.com.au Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial. CREDITSHosts: Jadé and Lachie BryckiExecutive Producer: Hannah Bowman Managing Producer: Ricardo BardonDigital Content Producer: Brittany Birt Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Originally released: April, 2024In this episode of Relationships at Work, communications and leadership nerd (and host) Russel Lolacher showcases common resistances to change at work and how leaders can avoid these pitfalls.   Change is a constant in the workplace, but so is resistance to it. The success and failure of change will be found in how leadership introduces, leads, implements and follows up on that change, and in how they respect what's come before. Russel shares five common pitfalls that leaders encounter when implementing change and ways in which we can think differently in how we approach them. If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe and share with others.And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime

Complete our 2025 Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7We'd love to hear from you! Every year, we ask the Life After Prison audience to complete a short survey. Your answers help us understand what's working, what we can improve, and they also help us show our funders the real impact of the show. It only takes a few minutes and your feedback really does make a difference.This week on Life After Prison: It's the second episode of our brand new mini series!In this episode, Jules speaks to Occupational Therapist Jenny Okolo. Jenny works with people in prisons and in the community, and her focus is on how daily routines, purposeful activities, and understanding neurodiversity can all play a role in rehabilitation. In this conversation they explore what daily life inside does to someone's sense of self, how activity and structure help people rebuild and what needs to change if rehabilitation is really the goal.This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Kenny Imafidon - https://youtu.be/qhqYDtndgL4Jacob Dunne - https://youtu.be/Arue_f9_4CcTony Olanipekun - https://youtu.be/uReUvaobmH0Darren Murinas' Episode - https://youtu.be/pD5_BwQnN-UContact us:If anything you've heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you'd just like to get in touch, please contact us.

This week we are taking a step back from your funny stories, and getting real about the reality of Jad's second pregnancy. From struggling with grief during one of the happiest times of life, to what postpartum might look like, this episode covers it all... LINKS Follow Jadé on Instagram @jadetunchy and TikTok Follow Lachie on Instagram @lachiebrycki and TikTok Email us at madaboutyou@novapodcasts.com.au Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial. CREDITSHosts: Jadé and Lachie BryckiExecutive Producer: Hannah Bowman Managing Producer: Ricardo BardonDigital Content Producer: Brittany Birt Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Originally released: January, 2025Ever felt like you're "babysitting" your team instead of leading them? You're not alone. Many leaders hit a point of frustration, but that feeling is a signal—an opportunity for reflection and growth. In this episode, we explore why some leaders feel this way, what it says about their leadership approach, and, most importantly, how to shift from micromanaging to mentoring. Learn actionable steps to empower your team, foster accountability, and redefine your leadership mindset. Because great leadership isn't about control—it's about trust, coaching, and clarity.And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime

This week on Life After Prison is the first episode of our brand new mini series!In this first episode, Jules speaks to Roland Karthaus. He's an architect who's looked a lot at prison design, and he's interested in how the way prisons are built can either support rehabilitation or get in the way. She asks him about the role of rehabilitation in prison design, the cost of building new prisons versus investing in people, and what would need to change if rehabilitation really was the priority.This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful organisations:Prison Reform Trust - The Prison Reform Trust works to make the UK's prison system fairer, more humane, and more effective — reducing unnecessary imprisonment and improving conditions for people inside and their families.https://prisonreformtrust.org.uk/Howard League - The Howard League campaigns for less crime, safer communities, and fewer people in prison — promoting justice, rehabilitation, and second chances for everyone.https://howardleague.org/Frank's episode - https://youtu.be/6dgNgfgKwQ0Tony's episode - https://youtu.be/uReUvaobmH0Joel's episode - https://youtu.be/kLW-71YjSN4Sobanan's episode - https://youtu.be/kr7uO_zAPF8Contact us:If anything you've heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you'd just like to get in touch, please contact us.

We are back with a part two of your most hectic break up stories, and you did not disappoint! Plus, a question from a listener trying to figure out how to break up with their partner again after a second chance. LINKS Follow Jadé on Instagram @jadetunchy and TikTok Follow Lachie on Instagram @lachiebrycki and TikTok Email us at madaboutyou@novapodcasts.com.au Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial. CREDITSHosts: Jadé and Lachie BryckiExecutive Producer: Hannah Bowman Managing Producer: Ricardo BardonDigital Content Producer: Brittany Birt Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Originally released: May, 2024In this episode of Relationships at Work, communications and leadership nerd (and host) Russel Lolacher recommends we share our values publicly to build better connection.Knowing our values is vital to our self-awareness and in helping us make decisions and setting boundaries that help our career and our employee experience. But they are too valuable to keep to ourselves. Share them. With everyone. It'll benefit us as leaders, our teams and the organization. Russel provides real-world examples of what sharing our values looks like and the many benefits to doing so to help our teams be more innovative, productive and inclusive. Join us as we discuss. If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe and share with others.And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime

In part two of Harold's story, we pick up in 1998 as he enters sobriety after decades of drinking and crack addiction. His journey through early recovery is anything but simple - Harold finds himself selling crack while sober, and later endures a bizarre tragedy that changes his life forever. Along the way, he receives an incredible gift from a fellow twelve stepper that reshapes the course of his recovery. Harold's honesty, wisdom, and depth of experience continue to shine as he shares the lessons that have carried him through more than two decades of sobriety.DM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Message me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen AD FREE & workout with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email me chasingheroine@gmail.comSee you next week!

This week we're chatting all things break ups... Specifically the bad ones! Plus, a listener question about trusting after emotional cheating. LINKS Follow Jadé on Instagram @jadetunchy and TikTok Follow Lachie on Instagram @lachiebrycki and TikTok Email us at madaboutyou@novapodcasts.com.au Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial. CREDITSHosts: Jadé and Lachie BryckiExecutive Producer: Hannah Bowman Managing Producer: Ricardo BardonDigital Content Producer: Brittany Birt Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Originally released July, 2023. In this episode of Relationships at Work, communications and leadership nerd (and host) Russel Lolacher highlights the gap between leadership assumptions and employee reality.Numerous surveys have been conducted by SHRM, Deloitte, Forrester showing executives have a very different perception of their organizational culture than those who work for them.Russel asks the question, "but how do you know?" to challenge those leaders who make assumptions, dismiss data they don't agree with or have far too small of a network to know what's really going on. He also offers ideas on how to embrace employees and the challenges they face. And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime

In this Relationships at Work mini-episode, host Russel Lolacher gets real about the warning signs of burnout and why stepping back is one of the most important — and overlooked — leadership skills. Drawing from his own experience producing daily episodes, running a newsletter, and working a full-time job, Russel shares how to recognize when your passion is turning into a grind, and how to model sustainable leadership by setting boundaries.You'll learn:The early signs burnout is creeping in — before it hits hardWhy pausing isn't failure but a necessary leadership practiceThree actionable steps to spot and address burnout earlyIf you've been feeling your joy fade, your fuse shorten, or your energy drop, this episode will remind you that protecting your well-being is how you protect your impact as a leader.And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime

Part 4 of our 4-part conversation on turning adversity into opportunity.Organizations often say they embrace failure — but do they really? Executive coach Whitney Faires and host Russel Lolacher dive into how leadership accountability and honest feedback shape a healthier workplace culture. From avoiding toxic positivity to taking extreme ownership, Whitney shares why cultures that accept setbacks as learning opportunities unlock trust, loyalty, and long-term success.And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime

This week we hear your craziest stories of being betrayed by those closet to you. Plus a listener question from someone that's dealing with jealousy in a relationship and might need to have a chat to their partner... LINKS Follow Jadé on Instagram @jadetunchy and TikTok Follow Lachie on Instagram @lachiebrycki and TikTok Email us at madaboutyou@novapodcasts.com.au Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial. CREDITSHosts: Jadé and Lachie BryckiExecutive Producer: Hannah Bowman Managing Producer: Ricardo BardonDigital Content Producer: Brittany Birt Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part 3 of our 4-part conversation on turning adversity into opportunity at work.When adversity hits, teams look to their leaders for guidance. Executive coach Whitney Faires joins host Russel Lolacher to explore how leaders can normalize setbacks, create space for mistakes, and help teams grow through challenges. Whitney explains how modeling resilience, encouraging problem-solving, and maintaining perspective builds trust and motivation. Learn how to guide your team through adversity without losing momentum.And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime

Part 2 of our 4-part conversation on turning adversity into opportunity at work.Failure feels personal — but it doesn't have to define you. In this episode, executive coach Whitney Faires talks with host Russel Lolacher about reframing adversity through mindset and self-reflection. Whitney shares how to separate emotion from fact, regulate your response, and see setbacks as chances for growth. Learn why resilience starts with self-awareness and how leaders can build strength on the other side of adversity.And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime

Part 1 of our 4-part conversation on turning adversity into opportunity at work.Setbacks are part of every workplace — but how do we define adversity without downplaying its impact? Executive coach and leadership expert Whitney Faires joins host Russel Lolacher to explain what adversity looks like at work, why leaders should avoid minimizing challenges, and how to clearly understand obstacles before responding. Discover why clarity is the first step to transforming adversity into opportunity.And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime

his week's episode features the powerful story of a woman who endured the darkest depths of heroin and crack addiction—homelessness, sex work, selling drugs, arrests, and violent assaults. After years of chaos, she found her turning point and got sober in 2018. Her journey didn't stop there. Against all odds, she built a new life as a devoted mother, wife, and homeowner. Today, she works in the treatment field, dedicating her life to helping others heal through trauma therapy. She also shares how an unexpected arrest on her one-year sober anniversary sparked a deeper sense of spirituality that continues to guide her path. This is a raw and inspiring conversation about resilience, redemption, and the power of recovery.DM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Message me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen AD FREE & workout with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email me chasingheroine@gmail.comSee you next week!

Corporate jargon might sound polished, but it's destroying trust, relationships, and humanity at work. In this Relationships at Work mini-episode, host Russel Lolacher — internationally recognized leadership speaker and host of this globally ranked top 5% podcast — breaks down why corporate speak fails and how leaders can replace it with clear, human communication. Learn why jargon alienates teams, what it signals about leadership, and three practical steps to create authentic connection through plain, honest language.And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime

Part 4 of our 4-part conversation on leadership design.What does a workplace look like when leadership design is at its core? Host Russel Lolacher is joined by Georgi Enthoven — global advisor and thought leader on purposeful, high-impact work — to reveal how cultures shaped by vision and contribution inspire employees to say, “I'm proud of what I do.” This episode explores how organizations can foster community, pride, and sustainability to create modern workplaces worth belonging to.And connect with me for more great content! Sign Up for R@W Notes Subscribe on Youtube Follow on Linkedin Follow on Instagram Follow me on Threads Follow on TikTok Email me anytime

This week we’ve pulled together some of our favourite moments from the pod. The bits that had us laughing, cringing, and sometimes just flabbergasted. We’ve gone back through a few of our most-loved episodes and grabbed the highlights as we take you on a trip down memory lane! LINKS Follow Jadé on Instagram @jadetunchy and TikTok Follow Lachie on Instagram @lachiebrycki and TikTok Email us at madaboutyou@novapodcasts.com.au Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial. CREDITSHosts: Jadé and Lachie BryckiExecutive Producer: Hannah Bowman Managing Producer: Ricardo BardonDigital Content Producer: Brittany Birt Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eric's journey begins in a small town in Ohio, where he was raised in a strict, religious fundamentalist household. The shift from being homeschooled to suddenly navigating public high school was jarring, and Eric turned to drinking and smoking weed as a way to cope. What started as a teenage escape grew into a cycle of destructive relationships and escalating substance use - Percocets, then heroin.Over the years, Eric's addiction drove him into schemes to hustle money, from petty hustles to full-blown counterfeiting operations. His criminal activity eventually caught the attention of federal authorities, leading to ten felony charges and even a visit from the Secret Service.But Eric's story didn't end there. Clean since 2014, he has become a beacon of hope - showing that it's possible to find deep spirituality without traditional faith. Today, he owns Sacred Journey Recovery, a men's treatment center in Vista, California, dedicated to an experiential approach to healing with a strong focus on trauma therapy.In this episode, Eric opens up about the chaos and consequences of his addiction, the unraveling of his life under the weight of heroin and crime, and—most importantly—the path he found to rebuild everything. His story is raw, unfiltered, and a powerful reminder that no matter how deep the hole, recovery and redemption are possible.Check out Sacred Journey RecoveryDM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Message me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen AD FREE & workout with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email me chasingheroine@gmail.comSee you next week!

In celebration of the release of Searchlight Pictures’ “The Roses”, we invited counsellor, psycho-sexologist, behavioural scientist, and author Lucille Shackleton on the show, breaking down the moments that you felt the cracks in your relationship starting to show. Plus a question from a listener trying to figure out how to move forward after a relationship ended in a rough way. Disclaimer: Lucille’s responses in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. They are not therapy, nor a substitute for therapy or professional advice. The content is general and may not fit your specific situation. If you’re seeking mental health support, please reach out to a qualified professional. LINKS Follow Jadé on Instagram @jadetunchy and TikTok Follow Lachie on Instagram @lachiebrycki and TikTok Email us at madaboutyou@novapodcasts.com.au Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial. CREDITSHosts: Jadé and Lachie BryckiExecutive Producer: Hannah Bowman Managing Producer: Ricardo BardonDigital Content Producer: Brittany Birt Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the depths of Skid Row to the heights of entrepreneurial success, Khalil Rafati's story is one of the most jaw-dropping transformations you'll ever hear. Once a homeless heroin addict, Khalil hit rock bottom before rebuilding his life piece by piece. In this episode, he opens up about the brutal reality of addiction, the turning point that sparked his recovery, and how he went on to create SunLife Organics—a superfood empire with wildly popular health bowls and smoothie shops that have become cultural staples.Khalil doesn't sugarcoat his past, and he doesn't pretend his success was easy. He shares how self-reliance, recovery, and an unwavering belief in possibility allowed him to build a life beyond his wildest imagination. Whether you're struggling to find hope, or simply looking for inspiration to start over, Khalil's journey proves that no matter how far you've fallen, a comeback is always possible.Connect with Khalil on InstagramDM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Message me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen AD FREE & workout with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email me chasingheroine@gmail.comSee you next week!

This week, we sit down with ESPN reporter and former Rutgers gymnast Lauren Sisler, whose story is as heartbreaking as it is inspiring. In 2003, Lauren lost both of her parents within hours of each other to fatal fentanyl overdoses—a devastating truth she was too ashamed to share at the time. For years, she told friends and teammates that her parents had died of heart failure and respiratory issues, hiding from the stigma of addiction. It wasn't until seven years later that Lauren began to face the truth, and a full decade before she opened their toxicology reports.In this powerful conversation, Lauren shares how she found the courage to peel back the layers of shame and grief and embrace what she now calls the “Shatterproof Mindset.” She opens up about the path to forgiveness, the resilience born from tragedy, and how learning to fall in love with her own story has allowed her to honor her parents' memory while helping others find healing in theirs.If you've ever struggled with grief, shame, or the fear of telling your truth, this episode will show you that even the most shattered stories can become unbreakable.Connect with Lauren on InstagramDM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Message me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Workout with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email me chasingheroine@gmail.comSee you next week!