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What does it take to turn an idea into a thriving business while juggling a career, family life and everything in between? In this episode of the Do Good Podcast, Rob Watson sits down with Louise Gallagher, founder of Mersea Sauna, to explore her journey from discovering sea sauna culture in Ireland to bringing a unique outdoor wellness experience to Merseyside. What started as a simple idea has grown into something much bigger — bringing people together through sauna, cold water, nature and community. Louise shares the realities of entrepreneurship, the courage it takes to start something new, the challenges of building a business alongside family life, and why sometimes you have to stop waiting for someone else to make your idea happen. In this episode, we explore: The inspiration behind Mersea Sauna Finding the courage to turn an idea into reality Taking risks and navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship Balancing business, work and family life The growing popularity of sauna and cold water therapy Why connection, nature and community matter for our wellbeing Lessons learned from building a business from scratch Advice for anyone sitting on an idea but afraid to take the leap Whether you're thinking about starting your own business, curious about sauna culture or simply looking for inspiration to make a change, this conversation is a reminder of what's possible when you back yourself and take that first step. Find out more about Mersea Sauna: https://www.merseasauna.com/ About the Do Good Podcast https://www.dogoodpodcast.co.uk/ Conversations with inspiring people who are making a positive difference in the world. Exploring wellbeing, entrepreneurship, personal growth and what it means to live a meaningful life. Subscribe for more conversations and inspiration.

In today's podcast, I welcome John Munro, founder of Long White Cloud Qigong. For over 20 years, he’s been exploring how small, consistent practices can have a profound impact on how we feel and how we live. We explore John’s journey into qigong and how it’s shaped both his life and the global organisation he leads today. We break down what qigong actually is, how it works, and what it offers in a modern world that’s often fast, stressful, and disconnected. We get into the practical side too—simple daily habits, breathwork, and how even 10 minutes a day can help calm the nervous system, improve energy, and bring a sense of balance. We also discuss the real, tangible benefits people can expect, and how long it takes to feel a difference. The conversation goes deeper into health, questioning the current medical model, and whether we’ve lost something fundamental in the West when it comes to wellbeing. We also touch on how practices like this could integrate with modern healthcare in a meaningful way. If you enjoyed this episode, then please share this with a friend & subscribe for future episodes, and be sure to check out the show notes on our website: https://www.dogoodpodcast.co.uk/ Long White Cloud Qigong https://longwhitecloudqigong.com/  The Complete Natural Breath course:  https://academy.longwhitecloudqigong.com/courses/the-complete-natural-breath  Five Waves practice:  https://youtu.be/AwrMzXQ-Wpc  Life Changing Qigong book:  https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Qigong-peoples-stories/dp/B0DQSF7PB5

Today’s episode of the Do Good Podcast is a profound & thought-provoking conversation with psychoanalyst Erica Komisar, and it explores some deeply meaningful ideas about parenting, motherhood, and emotional development. We talk about why the first three years of a child’s life are so foundational, and how a secure attachment with a parent—especially a mother—can shape a child’s mental health and personality for years to come. Erica doesn’t shy away from big topics either—we get into the impact of the feminist movement, how modern society undervalues the role of mothers, and why being emotionally present for our kids matters more than we think. Her thought-provoking insights challenge the status quo and remind us of the profound power of presence, sacrifice, and love in raising emotionally healthy children. If you enjoyed this episode, then please share this with a friend & subscribe for future episodes, and be sure to check out the show notes on our website: https://www.dogoodpodcast.co.uk/ Erica Komisar https://www.ericakomisar.com/ Attachment Circles https://www.attachmentcircles.org/

Welcome to today’s episode of the Do Good Podcast, where we’ll be exploring the healing power of Qi Gong with teacher Lou Walker. She'll share insights into this ancient practice that connects body, mind, and spirit. Whether new to Qi Gong or looking to deepen your practice, this episode will guide you toward greater balance and vitality. If you enjoyed this episode then please share this with a friend & subscribe for future episodes, and be sure to check out the show notes on our website: https://www.dogoodpodcast.co.uk/ Lou Walker: https://www.instagram.com/lou_walker_

Welcome to today's episode! I'm excited to introduce you to Hayley Rigby, a passionate Medical Herbalist specialising in hormone health, nervous system regulation, and stress reduction. With a deep focus on Traditional Chinese Medicine, Hayley offers personalised consultations, herb walks, and workshops to help people reconnect with the healing power of plants. Stay tuned as we dive into how herbs, lifestyle, and nutrition can empower your health and wellness.

In today’s episode of the Do Good Podcast we are exploring the powerful practices of somatic experiencing with April Doulby, an expert in helping individuals release trauma that empowers people to reconnect with themselves and experience transformative change. If you’re looking for ways to cultivate more awareness, ease, and vitality in your body and life, then stay tuned for this conversation. If you enjoyed this episode then please share this with a friend & subscribe for future episodes, and be sure to check out the show notes on our website: https://www.dogoodpodcast.co.uk/ April Daulby: https://www.synergysomatics.com/

Neil Meekin is an Innovation and Constellations Practitioner from Liverpool who loves to facilitate and deliver transformational and dynamic experiences for the people and communities he serves. And for over 20 years he has been exploring what it means to be a human, our place in society and the culture we live as well as how to become a better person. If you enjoyed this episode then please share this with a friend & subscribe for future episodes, and be sure to check out the show notes on our website: https://www.dogoodpodcast.co.uk/ Neil Meekin: http://www.neilmeekin.com/

Mark Gober is the author of “An End to Upside Down Thinking”, which won the IPPY award for best science book of the year. He is also the author of “An End to Upside Down Living”, “An End to Upside Down Liberty”, “An End to Upside Down Contact”, “An End to the Upside Down Reset”, and “An End to Upside Down Medicine”; and he is the host of the podcast “Where Is My Mind?”. Additionally, he serves on the board of Apollo 14 astronaut Edgar Mitchell’s Institute of Noetic Sciences and the School of Wholeness and Enlightenment. Previously, Gober was a partner at Sherpa Technology Group in Silicon Valley and worked as an investment banking analyst with UBS in New York. He has been named one of IAM’s Strategy 300: The World’s Leading Intellectual Property Strategists. Gober graduated magna cum laude from Princeton University, where he wrote an award-winning thesis on Daniel Kahneman’s Nobel Prize–winning “Prospect Theory” and was elected a captain of Princeton’s Division I tennis team. If you enjoyed this episode then please share this with a friend & subscribe for future episodes, and be sure to check out the show notes on our website: https://www.dogoodpodcast.co.uk/ Mark Gober: https://markgober.com/

Simon Esler fights for free thought with every tool he has. After building a free thinking, 14 thousand member think tank on Facebook, Simon was censored across social media for challenging official narratives. In response, he pivoted his focus to providing content to freedom oriented streaming platforms, refining his skills as a researcher, content creator and filmmaker within private communities. After almost half a decade of writing, shooting and editing original content focused on modern warfare from a psychological, cultural and spiritual perspective, Simon decided to release his first independent project for the public at large: CUT - Daughters of the West, which is an investigation into cosmetic surgery, feminist sexual liberation, and modern media trends as part of a warped legacy that was being handed to young girls as a foundation for gender ideology to take hold. In this episode, we delve into: - Simon’s background - His film CUT - Daughters of the West - What’s behind the trans-agenda - 5th generation warfare and how it’s being used on teenagers - The war on the family unit - The power of the silent majority - Unschooling - The importance of rite of passage in our children’s development - Plus plenty more! If you enjoyed this episode then please share this with a friend & subscribe for future episodes, and be sure to check out the show notes on our website: https://www.dogoodpodcast.co.uk/ Daughters of the West https://www.daughtersofthewestfilm.com/

In today’s episode, I sit down with Linzy Boden, who is an Integrated Therapist, Trainer and Speaker who has a real desire to help others find their true potential. As a child growing up she always felt as if she never really fit… the proverbial square peg. Looking back, she can see now that this feeling was the origin of wanting to help others and she believes the more we can learn and understand about ourselves the more we can tap into our inner strength and happiness. When working with people she has a strong desire in always wanting people to feel truly understood and heard, as well as learn more about themselves and to be able to continuously develop as human beings. I found this conversation inspiring, it’s always a joy to be in the company of those full of wisdom and knowledge. In this episode, we delve into: - Linzy own journey towards becoming a counsellor - Benefits of Integrative Therapy - Impact Covid has had on mental health (esp. with the youth) - Society’s over-reliant on anti-depressants - Parenthood and how best to show up for our children - How our school system is broken and the potential for change - Lack of positive role models in society - Psychedelics and their potential for healing - Plus plenty more! If you enjoyed this episode then please share this with a friend & subscribe for future episodes, and be sure to check out the show notes on our website: https://www.dogoodpodcast.co.uk/ Linzy Boden https://www.standtalluk.org/ Support this podcast via my Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/dogoodpodcast This episode is supporting Positive News — a magazine for good journalism about good things. When much of the media is full of doom and gloom, instead Positive News is the first media organisation in the world that is dedicated to quality, independent reporting about what’s going right. Use the code ‘DoGood20’ at checkout to receive an exclusive 20% off a subscription to the magazine here: https://www.positive.news/product/magazine-subscription/

In today’s show, I sit down again with Dr. Anton Krige, who is a medical doctor, multiple Ironman finisher, and functional medicine specialist. In this episode, we dive deep into what it’s like to work closely with Anton and how he transforms his patient's health and well-being. We used me as the case study in this one and it was eye-opening to get the results back from some of the tests I did (particularly finding out that my biological age is 29 which isn’t bad for a 40-something guy). And there were plenty of other fascinating insights I found out about which I’ve been able to integrate into my daily routine. Anton treats those with complex chronic conditions as well as those who wish to optimise sports performance whilst maintaining health & wellness using his research skills and experience to incorporate cutting-edge research findings in both health and exercise physiology. Anton was previously on the show in episode 68 in case anyone wants to hear a more wide-ranging interview on health and some of the key lifestyle factors for transforming it, the latest tech you can use to improve your health as well as what an ideal day looks like to turn around your metabolic health. If you enjoyed this episode then please share this with a friend & subscribe for future episodes, and be sure to check out the show notes on our website: https://www.dogoodpodcast.co.uk/ Dr Anton Krige https://www.bestyou-functionalhealthclinic.co.uk/ Support this podcast via my Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/dogoodpodcast This episode is supporting Positive News — a magazine for good journalism about good things. When much of the media is full of doom and gloom, instead Positive News is the first media organisation in the world that is dedicated to quality, independent reporting about what’s going right. Use the code ‘DoGood20’ at checkout to receive an exclusive 20% off a subscription to the magazine here: https://www.positive.news/product/magazine-subscription/ Timestamps 10:35 - Cell Blueprint 16:08 - Cell Blueprint questionnaire 23:08 - Blood Smart age 32:35 - Blood results 46:36 - Forecasting 50:22 - Scientific based detox 1:01:33 - Lifestyle changes 1:02:37 - Continuous glucose monitor 1:05:25 - Help with sleep and anxiety 1:09:58 - Exercise snacks 1:21:03 - 5 minute yoga flow 1:24:21 - The pursuit of less and habit staking 1:29:20 - Benefits of working with a functional medicine doctor 1:35:15 - Track your diet, exercise, and health data with Cronometer 1:42:28 - Anton’s no.1 health tip 1:42:40 - Working with Anton

In today's podcast, I chat with Andrew & Emma Groves from Misc. Adventures on choosing the road less travelled to live a life closer to nature. They now live in the Lake District where they work in the woods, make things, take photos and enjoy adventures big and small in the surrounding mountains, lakes and valleys with their young son, Benji. For 11 years they lived in a small barn in the woods in Sussex where they discovered a new way of living and developed a deeper relationship with Nature that inspires all of the many strands of the work they do. In this episode we delve into: - What first inspired them to leave behind their jobs to set up in the woods - Challenges they're faced along the way - Benefits of letting go of excessive material possessions and enjoying the simpler things in life
 - Advantages of raising a child closer to nature
 - Converting and touring in a van - Products they are developing and their plans for the future - Plus plenty more! If you enjoyed this episode then please share this with a friend & subscribe for future episodes, and be sure to check out the show notes on our website: www.dogoodpodcast.co.uk/ Misc. Adventures: https://www.miscellaneousadventures.co.uk/ Support this podcast via my Patreon page: www.patreon.com/dogoodpodcast This episode is supporting Positive News — a magazine for good journalism about good things. When much of the media is full of doom and gloom, instead Positive News is the first media organisation in the world that is dedicated to quality, independent reporting about what’s going right. Use the code ‘DoGood20’ at checkout to receive an exclusive 20% off a subscription to the magazine here: www.positive.news/product/magazine-subscription/

In today's podcast, I talk with Michelle Sakhai, who is a contemporary abstract expressionist artist, based in New York City. Sakhai's paintings reference the teachings of Transformative Art. With a focus on light and energy, each spontaneous stroke serves as a vehicle for healing and channelling peace. In this episode we delve into: - How art helps with anxiety and depression - The creative process and how do you deal with creative blocks - How tarot cards & readings can help us find the answer to our most important life questions - How Michelle’s spiritual unfoldments play a role in her art - And plenty more! If you enjoyed this episode then please share this with a friend & subscribe for future episodes, and be sure to check out the show notes on our website: https://www.dogoodpodcast.co.uk/ Michelle Sakhai: https://www.michellesakhai.com/ Support this podcast via my Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/dogoodpodcast This episode is supporting Positive News — a magazine for good journalism about good things. When much of the media is full of doom and gloom, instead Positive News is the first media organisation in the world that is dedicated to quality, independent reporting about what’s going right. Use the code ‘DoGood20’ at checkout to receive an exclusive 20% off a subscription to the magazine here: https://www.positive.news/product/magazine-subscription/

Marcus Pibworth is a storyteller based in England but known to pop up around the globe, running storytelling workshops. He is an alumni of ‘The International School of Storytelling’. One of the key focuses of Marcus’ current work is on using storytelling to explore masculinity through his ‘Stories For Men’ series. I first came across Marcus in Positive News Magazine a few years back, feeling inspired by his nomadic lifestyle living in a van and travelling around the UK & Europe recording his Ministry of Change podcast. Which is conversations about mental health, navigating the difficult bits of life and what it really means to be human. In this podcast we discuss what it was like to live in a van for 3 years, mental health challenges men face, the transformational effects of storytelling, embracing fatherhood and much more in this insightful conversation. If you enjoyed this episode then please share this with a friend & subscribe for future episodes, and be sure to check out the show notes on our website: www.dogoodpodcast.co.uk/ Marcus Pibworth: https://marcuspibworth.com/ Support this podcast via my Patreon page: www.patreon.com/dogoodpodcast This episode is supporting Positive News — a magazine for good journalism about good things. When much of the media is full of doom and gloom, instead Positive News is the first media organisation in the world that is dedicated to quality, independent reporting about what’s going right. Use the code ‘DoGood20’ at checkout to receive an exclusive 20% off a subscription to the magazine here: www.positive.news/product/magazine-subscription/

In this episode, I welcome spiritual teacher Louise Kay back on the show (for a fourth time). We hear her insight on how these challenging times are triggering the great awakening in us and mankind. We also hear how to navigate difficult relationships as well conscious manifestation. Louise grounds all the wisdom shared with an embodied awareness guided meditation towards the end. I’m always grateful for my conversations with Louise, and as I joked in the show, I imagine we’ll be having these deep conversations for many more years until we are old and grey. If you enjoyed this episode then please share this with a friend & subscribe for future episodes, and be sure to check out the show notes on our website: https://www.dogoodpodcast.co.uk/ Louise Kay: https://www.louisekay.net/ Support this podcast via my Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/dogoodpodcast This episode is supporting Positive News — a magazine for good journalism about good things. When much of the media is full of doom and gloom, instead Positive News is the first media organisation in the world that is dedicated to quality, independent reporting about what’s going right. Use the code ‘DoGood20’ at checkout to receive an exclusive 20% off a subscription to the magazine here: https://www.positive.news/product/magazine-subscription/