I Just Don‘t Know

This special episode I am joined by my good friend Lewis! We cover all sorts as we start off with Lewis lockdown hobby, skating. Hitting the streets and getting out into the fresh air was a crucial part of making it through lockdown in London. We then stumble across other topics and challenging areas like competiting with yourself, perfection and how to deal with the opaque and uncertain issue of what others think.ktE91q0qP5yDAXZwtcPuSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-just-dont-know. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/i-just-dont-know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stepping into the unknown. Putting yourself out there. Being out of your comfort zone. We have all heard these phrases in life, work and in the media. I believe it can be crudely be broken down to Self-confidence and backing yourself. However this is complex topic, unique to everyone. Listen to find out how I try to navigate where I have backed myself and either made that step either in the right or wrong direction. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-just-dont-know. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/i-just-dont-know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spontaneous plans can be some of the best and in this case they were. Last minute tickets to the Isle of Wight Festival. With this summer of festival heating up and Glastonbury just gone by, I wanted to share with you what I learnt about my return to this popular British holiday resort and island off the South coast of England. It is also host to some of the best and most special festival experiences I think!This is also a special episode as I am joined by my first guest, Kirsty Nugent, a long-term festival goer, talented musician and a girlfriend who will always say it how it is. Listen to find out more about the Isle of Wight festival, what we discovered, who we saw and why you should go next year!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-just-dont-know. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/i-just-dont-know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Summer is here! That means festival season! It is time to dance in a field and let loose with a drink in hand, dressed head to toe in a colourful extroverted outfit while jamming to your favourite music. This episode was inspired by my recent venture to Live at Leeds in the Park and I explore those special moments at festivals I hope you have all had the chance to experience, what they mean to me, and why I did not see them coming. Please do get in touch with your music recommendations and moments of discovery!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-just-dont-know. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/i-just-dont-know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I am back! And it is a bit awkward. This episode to kick things off again is all about those moments where we try to avoid too much eye contact and, for some, anxiety transfixes us. We end up bundling through the exchange. I am of course talking about first impressions. Listen as I explore how I have got it wrong so many times, got it right sometimes and definitely have no perfect formula for a good first impression.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-just-dont-know. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/i-just-dont-know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In my recent special episode on the eve of the Russian invasion just over a month ago I reflected on my dissertation chapter written in 2016 on the condition of Ukraine. I explored how its failing civil-military relationships were a danger to European security and any political cohesion across Eastern Europe. And while I considered this situation provocative towards Russia I now see assumptions were made and ultimately I was wrong in my approach. In this episode I reassess my angle of approach and look back at my assumptions on how we view Russia and modern conflict both back in 2016 and more recently in February during my previous special episode.I also try to breakdown some of the positives we can take from the past month. The faint silver lining we can cherish amongst all the tragedy that we are so sadly watching each day in this war of ours.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-just-dont-know. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/i-just-dont-know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all love the sky at night illuminated by stars, planets and the occasional blinking dot of a plane. However there is so much we cannot see that is much closer than we think and in fact, man-made. Satellite and rocket launches are at an all time high with the private sector such as SpaceX taking the mantle from NASA and government departments around the world. This episode I briefly explore the growing concern across the space industry, Space Junk.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-just-dont-know. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/i-just-dont-know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ventures into the unknown and curiosity of what is out of reach. Humankind cannot help themselves but explore. There is nothing further away and beyond our grasp than interstellar space. In this episode I learn about the heroic journeys of Voyager 1 & 2 as well as what our Solar System might look like in the future and what is just outside our planetary neighbourhood.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-just-dont-know. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/i-just-dont-know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The final frontier, an epic journey and incredible human accomplishments in science, engineering and mathematics! This episode I learn more about Pluto, a dwarf planet billions of miles away that we knew little about up until recently. Listen to discover more about Pluto and humankind's endeavour to find out more about this mysterious object in our skies.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-just-dont-know. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/i-just-dont-know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 2016 I included the crisis in Ukraine and events of 2014 as a case study within my dissertation for my Masters Degree in Security & Terrorism.Fast forward to the present day and we are at a critical moment in European history and we are swerving towards the precipice of disaster. The events along the Ukrainian border in the past few months has captured some attention but in the last few days the world has been blown over by Putin's decisions. A few nights ago though, things have started to escalate and we all have our eyes fixed on the situation. Listen to this window into the past where I did not know (for certain) we would get to this crisis moment, but now I can reflect and try to connect the dots.  Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-just-dont-know. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/i-just-dont-know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Leaders instil in their people a hope for success and a belief in themselves. Positive leaders empower people to accomplish their goals." (Unknown)The definition and characteristic traits of a leader are much debated and this hotly contested topic is swathed in academic studies, mainstream assumptions and individual preconceptions installed in us by the role models in our own lives. In this episode I explore what leadership possibly is, and discuss some of the great leaders of our time as well as some examples of my own. Ultimately breaking down the art of leadership, how my views have changed, and where I can adopt some of these approaches in the present day.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-just-dont-know. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/i-just-dont-know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Witches, wizards, elves and trolls, dragons, demons, spells and charms. A fantasy world knows no bounds. In this episode I explore why we are both fascinated but sometimes put off by sheer complexity and diversity of fantasy book, TV and game series. This episode is inspired by the recent release of The Witcher Season 2 on Netflix as well as my current attempt to finally grasp the 2015 game of the year, The Witcher III: The Wild Hunt. Listen to find out why I have been mistaken about fantasy and that my assumptions in the past were misinformed and in fact the fantasy genre offers so much more than I first thought. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-just-dont-know. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/i-just-dont-know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I love a good story but when its a scary one, shared around the fire on a dark mid-winters night, giving you goosebumps and causing hairs on the back of you neck to raise, then even better! Well, sometimes! Listen to Part 2 as I discuss the ghosts stories that inspired this episode as well as some more sinister, some closer to home, some common themes, and the lighthearted side to the supernatural.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-just-dont-know. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/i-just-dont-know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spirits, spectres, wraiths, demons, and ghouls, we are obsessed with spooky stories but even more so by the haunting of ghosts. Are we obsessed or simply trying to find meaning and reason for rattling door locks, squeaky window hinges and strange shapes in the dark?Listen to Part 1 as I talk about how ghosts have fascinated cultures and communities not only in the UK but around the world. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-just-dont-know. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/i-just-dont-know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The legend continues into Part 2 where we explore the impact of the Atlantis story on modern day and how it was revitalised fairly recently to inspire a series of books and movies that dominates some people's view on the myth of Atlantis! However! What if the city was real? What if we just have not found it yet? Listen to find out some of the theories and speculation surrounding the possible location of the Lost City of Atlantis!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-just-dont-know. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/i-just-dont-know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Myths, Legends and Disney movies! Some stories are timeless and that is the least I can say about the epic Lost City of Atlantis. Listen to this Part 1 as I explore the possible origins and inspirations for this fascinating story that captured the imaginations of civilisations and societies for over 2000 years. Enjoy!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-just-dont-know. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/i-just-dont-know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whether it is reaching for that extra chocolate or another handful of crisps, controlling those temptations and impulses for instant gratification is definitely hard. Listen to find out how I breakdown the generalisation of having "will power" and controlling emotions, as well as explore at a high level some of the theories and discussions around self control itself and what we can do about it!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-just-dont-know. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/i-just-dont-know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inspired by recent milestones and my incremental progress since the start of the first UK lock-down last year, in this episode I explore how I have previously approached regular exercise, in particular running! Listen to find out how I challenge both past and current assumptions on how to start running, how to stay motivated and how to reap the benefits of running!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-just-dont-know. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/i-just-dont-know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With December around the corner and advent calendars at the ready, I could not help myself!This episode I explore some well known signs of Christmas, their origins and who actually is influencing us to get excited for this festive period!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-just-dont-know. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/i-just-dont-know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inspired by American author and cult legend, Barbara Sher, I could not wait to record this!This episode I explore our how we achieve our ultimate goals and get what we really want. Listen to find out how Barbara's advice helps me challenge some of my assumptions on how we can reach our impossible dreams!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-just-dont-know. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/i-just-dont-know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.