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Emily has been part of the YTO community since around 2019, when she joined us for her very first walk. Since then, she's gone on to enjoy countless adventures, building up to an incredible 40-mile challenge! In this episode, Emily shares her journey, the friendships she's made along the way, the community spirit that keeps her coming back and why she loves pushing herself to take on new challenges. A lovely reminder that sometimes one walk can lead to so much more!

Lindsey is back! Following our first chat about her incredible Summer Spine Race, we catch up on what happens after the finish line. From physical and mental recovery to returning to running, Lindsey shares the reality of recovering from such a huge endurance challenge — and how long it really takes to feel like yourself again.

In this episode of Yorkie Talkies Talk, I’m joined by Simon Twigge to hear his incredibly powerful story of cancer, recovery and the role walking played throughout it all. After being diagnosed with head and neck cancer, Simon went through intensive radiotherapy and chemotherapy treatment. During some of the toughest months of his life, walking became far more than exercise, it gave him focus, helped him rebuild his strength and became a daily reminder that he was getting stronger again. We chat about his diagnosis and treatment, the support he received through Yorkshire Cancer Research’s Active Together programme, getting back into the hills and eventually taking on the Yorkshire Three Peaks. It’s a brilliant reminder that getting outdoors isn't always about big miles or big mountains — sometimes simply putting one foot in front of the other can mean everything. 🎧 Yorkshire Cancer Research:https://www.yorkshirecancerresearch.org.uk/ 💚 Read Simon’s story:https://www.yorkshirecancerresearch.org.uk/yorkshire-voices/walking-got-me-through-my-cancer-treatment-and-became-a-daily-reminder-that-i-was-getting-stronger-once-again-simons-experience 🥾 Find walks and adventures with Yorkie Talkies Outdoors:https://www.yorkietalkies.co.uk/

What happens when you say yes to that first adventure? In this episode of Yorkie Talkies Talk, I chat with YTO client Lynn Willis about her journey through some brilliant challenges with us, from taking on the 40-mile Lyke Wake Walk and White Rose Challenge to developing new skills in the Scottish mountains on our Winter Skills trip and facing the exposure of Striding Edge. We chat about the highs, the tough moments, the nerves and how Lynn's confidence has grown along the way. It's a lovely conversation about pushing your comfort zone, finding your people and discovering just how capable you really are outdoors.

Lindsey joins Yorkie Talkies Talk to share what it really takes to tackle the 268-mile Summer Spine Race and finish an incredible 3rd female. We chat training, sleep deprivation, food, kit, tough moments, mindset and what keeps you moving when you’ve still got miles and miles ahead. 🏃 Fancy joining YTO for a trail run? We run friendly, fully guided trail runs where you can simply turn up and enjoy the miles — we’ll take care of the route and navigation. https://www.yorkietalkies.co.uk/trail-running

In this episode of Yorkie Talkies Talk, I'm joined by the incredible Lorna Marie, award-winning fitness coach and founder of Lorna Marie Fitness. We chat about building healthy habits, staying motivated, fitting fitness around a busy lifestyle, and why consistency always beats perfection. Whether you're just starting your fitness journey or looking for some fresh inspiration, there's plenty to take away from this conversation. Find out more about Lorna:🌐 www.lornamariefitness.co.uk📸 Instagram: @lornamariefitness📘 Facebook: Lorna Marie Fitness

In this episode of The Yorkie Talkies Talk, I chat with Dr. Daisy Best, a counselling psychologist and paddleboarder taking on the incredible challenge of paddling every navigable canal across the UK and Ireland. We talk about where her adventure began, her favourite waterways, the benefits of paddleboarding for mental wellbeing, and why canals are some of the UK's most underrated places to explore. It's an inspiring conversation about adventure, resilience and finding peace on the water. Follow Dr. Daisy Best🌐 www.canalpaddler.co.uk Follow me at Yorkie Talkies Outdoors🌐 www.yorkietalkies.co.uk📘 Facebook: Yorkie Talkies Outdoors📸 Instagram: @yorkietalkiesoutdoors If you enjoy the podcast, I'd really appreciate it if you could subscribe, leave a review and share the episode with someone who loves the outdoors.

This week on Yorkie Talkies Talk, I'm joined by Theresa, founder of I Love Zero in Pocklington. 🌿 We chat about her journey from teaching to running an award-winning zero waste shop, the challenges of starting a business during COVID, sustainable living, and what it's really like being an independent business owner. Whether you're passionate about shopping local, reducing waste, or dreaming of starting your own business, this episode is full of inspiration and honest conversation. Follow I Love Zero🌿 Instagram: @ilovezeropocklington🌿 Facebook: I Love Zero Pocklington🌿 Website: ilovezero.co.uk 🎧 Don't forget to follow The Yorkie Talkies Talk for more conversations with inspiring people from the outdoor, wellbeing and local business communities.

This week on Yorkie Talkies Talk, I’m joined by Clare Atkinson, co-founder of Salt Revive in Beverley. After struggling with asthma and recurring chest infections, Clare discovered salt therapy and experienced life-changing results. That experience inspired her and her husband Will to bring salt therapy to East Yorkshire, opening Salt Revive in 2018. We chat about her health journey, building an award-winning wellbeing business, and how salt therapy is helping people of all ages breathe easier and improve their wellbeing. Find out more about Salt Revive:Website: https://www.saltrevive.comFacebook: Salt Revive BeverleyInstagram: @saltrevivebeverley

This week on Yorkie Talkies Talk, I'm joined by Aaron Parker from The Conscious Self. We chat about reconnecting with ourselves through nature, breathwork, mindfulness and community. Aaron shares his journey into wellbeing, the power of slowing down, and practical ways we can all find a little more balance in our busy lives.Connect with Aaron 🌿 Website: The Conscious Self 📸 Instagram: @conscious__man 📘 Facebook: The Conscious Self Facebook Page 💼 LinkedIn: Aaron Parker LinkedIn

In this episode, I share a relaxed update from behind the scenes at Yorkie Talkies Outdoors, including recent guided walks, paddle boarding sessions, upcoming trips, challenge events, safety reminders, reviews, and my exciting plans for 2027.

In this episode of Yorkie Talkies Talk, I sit down with Christine to talk about her journey after losing her husband during a climbing expedition in Peru. We discuss grief, healing, resilience and how walking and the outdoors helped her slowly rebuild confidence and find comfort again. A powerful and emotional conversation about love, loss and the importance of community.

Challenge Fifty-Two – Saying Yes to New Experiences 🎙️ This week on Yorkie Talkies Talk, I chat with Sally from Challenge Fifty-Two about trying 52 new things every year, stepping outside comfort zones and why adventure can start with something really simple. A lovely, inspiring episode full of positivity, confidence building and encouragement to say yes to new experiences. Follow Sally:🌍 https://www.challengefiftytwo.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/challengefiftytwo/ 🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music.

In this episode, I sit down with Luke Harrison to talk about his incredible journey walking LEJOG — from Land’s End to John O’Groats. We get into what it really takes to complete a challenge like this — the long days, the mental battles, and the moments that make it all worthwhile. It’s easy to look at something like LEJOG and see it as one big achievement, but chatting to Luke, it’s clear it’s about so much more than that. I loved hearing about the highs, the lows, and everything in between — from tough conditions to the unexpected kindness you find along the way. If you’ve ever thought about taking on a big challenge, or you just enjoy hearing real stories from real people pushing themselves, this one’s definitely for you.

What starts as a solo booking can turn into something much bigger. In this episode, I chat to two Yorkie Talkies Outdoors clients who met on a walk and ended up building a genuine friendship through shared miles, muddy boots, and big challenges. We talk about what brought them to YTO, how that first connection happened, and why the outdoors has a way of bringing people together like nothing else. If you’ve ever turned up to something solo or wondered if you should—this one’s for you.