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White Fox Talking
Mark Charlie Valentine, Sebastian Budniak
77 episodes
1 week ago
Send White Fox Talking a Message A dying head torch, a cold wind on Ingleborough, and a 19-year-old who refuses to quit—Bailey Backhouse joins us to share how he tackled the Yorkshire Three Peaks three times in 36 hours to raise funds for Andy’s Man Club. He’s an electrical apprentice by day, a boxer by training, and a mountain mover when purpose calls. What started as a bold idea over a family celebration became a community-backed fundraiser with real impact, powered by grit, family support,...
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Mental Health
Education,
Self-Improvement,
Health & Fitness,
Alternative Health
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Send White Fox Talking a Message A dying head torch, a cold wind on Ingleborough, and a 19-year-old who refuses to quit—Bailey Backhouse joins us to share how he tackled the Yorkshire Three Peaks three times in 36 hours to raise funds for Andy’s Man Club. He’s an electrical apprentice by day, a boxer by training, and a mountain mover when purpose calls. What started as a bold idea over a family celebration became a community-backed fundraiser with real impact, powered by grit, family support,...
Show more...
Mental Health
Education,
Self-Improvement,
Health & Fitness,
Alternative Health
Episodes (20/77)
White Fox Talking
E76: Three Peaks, Three Times In Thirty Six Hours - One Purpose with Bailey Backhouse
Send White Fox Talking a Message A dying head torch, a cold wind on Ingleborough, and a 19-year-old who refuses to quit—Bailey Backhouse joins us to share how he tackled the Yorkshire Three Peaks three times in 36 hours to raise funds for Andy’s Man Club. He’s an electrical apprentice by day, a boxer by training, and a mountain mover when purpose calls. What started as a bold idea over a family celebration became a community-backed fundraiser with real impact, powered by grit, family support,...
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1 week ago
31 minutes

White Fox Talking
E75: Adventure Neuroscience: From Fear to Resilience in the Wild with Dave Gallagher
Send White Fox Talking a Message What happens to your mind when the ground wobbles and the stakes feel high? We explore the frontier of adventure neuroscience with resident psychologist and mountain leader Dave Gallagher—measuring fear at 45 feet, restoring calm with targeted breath work, and turning freeze into forward motion with micro-steps and clear cues. This is a story about how nature, science, and careful coaching can rewire stress responses and build real-world resilience. We unpack...
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2 weeks ago
1 hour 1 minute

White Fox Talking
E74: Breaking the Silence - Kaylee Thompson's Courageous Justice Journey
Send White Fox Talking a Message Imagine carrying a traumatic secret from age four until adulthood, then finding the strength not only to seek justice but to transform your experience into advocacy for others. This is Kaylee Thompson's remarkable story. Thirty years after experiencing sexual assault as a toddler, Kaylee made the life-changing decision to report her abuser to police. Despite the challenges of a historic case with limited physical evidence, she persevered through an 18-month i...
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3 months ago
50 minutes

White Fox Talking
E73: Inside the Storm: Sip Powers Veteran's Journey Through PTSD
Send White Fox Talking a Message What does it take to paddle, mountain bike, and run 350 kilometers without sleep? For Sip Powers, it's about making visible the invisible struggles of veterans living with PTSD. After 34 years of military service and the devastating loss of his wife to suicide, Sip found himself facing his own mental health crisis. Despite years of helping wounded veterans through rehab programs while denying his own trauma, he eventually reached breaking point. "My complex P...
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4 months ago
47 minutes

White Fox Talking
E72: Healing Through Trauma: Miranda Arieh's Journey from Patient to Practitioner
Send White Fox Talking a Message Miranda Arieh's journey from mental health patient to pioneering trauma specialist will forever change how you understand recovery and healing. After spending her teenage years in foster care and being sectioned under the Mental Health Act, Miranda became what she calls a "rebound patient" for 15 years—unable to find effective treatment within a system that often re-traumatized rather than healed. The breakthrough came when Miranda decided to work within the ...
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4 months ago
54 minutes

White Fox Talking
E71: Walking Out of the Dark - Kelvyn James
Send White Fox Talking a Message The healing power of nature and human connection takes centre stage as Kelvyn James returns to White Fox Talking, sharing his transformative journey from profound darkness to founding a thriving mental health charity. Kelvyn lays bare the brutal realities that shaped him - growing up in a violent household where his earliest memory is "an exceptional act of violence" and later facing the unimaginable trauma of his mother's murder. What followed was a five-yea...
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5 months ago
40 minutes

White Fox Talking
E70: From Homelessness to Community Healing: Imran Shah's Journey
Send White Fox Talking a Message What happens when hate crime tears through a community? Behind the headlines and political noise, real people suffer lasting trauma that transforms into a "siege mentality," severely impacting mental health and wellbeing. Imran Shah, recently honored with an MBE for his 25 years of work in community cohesion, brings us to the front lines of this battle. Drawing from his powerful personal journey that began with homelessness at age 15, Imran reveals how misinf...
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6 months ago
1 hour 5 minutes

White Fox Talking
E69: Woolly Therapists: How Grace Olson's Sheep Are Teaching Children Mental Resilience
Send White Fox Talking a Message Grace Olson's sheep aren't livestock – they're therapists with woolly coats and gentle souls that can transform lives. During this captivating conversation, Grace shares how her journey through bullying and suicidal tendencies led to unexpected healing through animal connections. Now, she's channelling these therapeutic experiences into beautifully illustrated children's books that might just save young lives. Each of Grace's sheep-centered stories carries pr...
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6 months ago
41 minutes

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E68: The Wim Hof Method: Breath Work, Cold Exposure, and Mental Resilience with Jack Walker
Send White Fox Talking a Message Ever wondered how something as simple as your breath and cold water could completely transform your mental state and physical health? Jack Walker, certified Wim Hof instructor and founder of Wellness Retreat Spain, takes us on a deeply personal journey from struggling with cannabis addiction and unexplained depression to finding extraordinary clarity through breath work and cold exposure. We are joined in the studio by Bradley Perigo, who practices the Wim Ho...
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7 months ago
1 hour 18 minutes

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E67: Padraic McDonagh - Loss, Resilience, and Community Create Champions
Send White Fox Talking a Message What happens when the fighting spirit meets profound loss? Two-time British Thai Boxing Champion Padraic McDonagh takes us on a raw, unfiltered journey through his remarkable life—from discovering Thai boxing as a 12-year-old on a Leeds council estate to building a legacy that transforms lives through combat sports. McDonagh's story pivots around his mentor Steve Adams, who spotted his talent immediately and became a father figure in his life. "Stick at this,...
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7 months ago
50 minutes

White Fox Talking
E66: Never Mind the Bollox, Here's Dave Beer - Good Times, Bad Times & 'Music for the Beloved'
Send White Fox Talking a Message What happens when you leave school to follow a band and end up shaping an entire era of clubbing? Dave Beer, the trailblazer behind the legendary Back to Basics, did just that. In our latest episode, Dave shares his remarkable journey from punk rock rebellion to an influential career as a promoter, musician, and artist. We explore how his struggles with ADHD in his youth fuelled a passion for music and community, leading to a life defined by resilience and cre...
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8 months ago
1 hour 3 minutes

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E65: Abbie Barnes on Breaking Barriers and Embracing Identity
Send White Fox Talking a Message Have you ever felt like the healing power of nature could transform your life? Meet Abbie Barnes, a filmmaker, presenter, inspiring public speaker, mountain leader, and YouTuber, whose remarkable journey through adversity has led to the founding of Spend More Time in the Wild. In our engaging conversation, Abbie reveals how the solace of the outdoors provided refuge during childhood struggles with bullying, shaping a passion for encouraging others to har...
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8 months ago
58 minutes

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E64: Navigating Menopause - Catherine Childe's Mission to Embrace Awareness and Break Stigmas
Send White Fox Talking a Message Have you ever wondered why menopause isn't a standard topic in our educational curriculum? Join us on a journey with Catherine Childe, the Menopausal Teacher, as she takes us through her personal story of transitioning from a teaching career to becoming a beacon of support for women navigating menopause. Catherine courageously shares her struggles with anxiety and vertigo, revealing how these challenges ultimately led her to a new calling. Her experiences high...
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9 months ago
51 minutes

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E63: Nicky Chisholm - Pink Nicky's Journey of Empowerment and Community Connection
Send White Fox Talking a Message What if the secret to true wellness lies just beyond our comfort zones, in the embrace of nature's vast landscapes? Join us as we explore the adventurous world of Nicky Chisholm, affectionately known as Pink Nicky, whose journey from organising vibrant networking events for female entrepreneurs to thriving as a freelance project manager in the adventure industry is nothing short of inspiring. Nicky's love for the outdoors is infectious—whether she's running a ...
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9 months ago
45 minutes

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E62: Exploring Authenticity and Mental Resilience - Ed Stafford's Journey of Adventure and Self-Discovery
Send White Fox Talking a Message World-renowned explorer and TV star Ed Stafford, the first person to journey the entire length of the Amazon River on foot, joins us to share his compelling life story. From tales of his rebellious youth and army days to his transformative expeditions, Ed opens up about the pivotal experiences that shaped his extraordinary path. Learn how the challenges of walking the Amazon for 860 days became a profound lesson in self-awareness and psychological resilience, ...
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10 months ago
1 hour 6 minutes

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E61: Adam Smith - Empowering Neurodivergence Through Food Activism
Send White Fox Talking a Message What if your greatest challenges could become your most powerful strengths? In this episode, we sit down with Adam Smith, the inspiring co-founder and chief executive of Surplus to Purpose, who shares his incredible journey from a troubled youth to a professional chef. Adam opens up about his experiences growing up with undiagnosed autism, facing childhood abuse, and navigating the vibrant yet chaotic nightlife of Leeds. His story is one of resilience and tran...
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10 months ago
1 hour 16 minutes

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E60: From Leeds to the Limelight - Josh Warrington's Inspiring Boxing Journey and Mental Resilience
Send White Fox Talking a Message Ever wondered how sheer determination can shape a champion? Josh Warrington, the Leeds Warrior himself, joins us to share his incredible journey from a young boy in Leeds to becoming an elite athlete. Hear firsthand how the mental health benefits of boxing and an unwavering mindset can inspire profound transformations beyond the ring. Josh opens up about the sacrifices, challenges, and the pivotal moments that fueled his ascent to the top, offering insights in...
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11 months ago
59 minutes

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E59: [Adventure Mind Series] Harnessing Urban Movement - Charlotte Blake's Vision of Parkour for Mental Wellness
Send White Fox Talking a Message What if the urban landscape around you could be a tool for mental wellness? Join us as we explore this groundbreaking concept with Charlotte Blake, the visionary behind a charity that uses parkour as a therapeutic approach to mental health. After discovering parkour’s profound impact on her own mental well-being while living in bustling cities like Reading and London, Charlotte embarked on a mission to share this dynamic exercise with others. We promise an enl...
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11 months ago
54 minutes

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E58: [Adventure Mind Series] Unlocking Adventure Neuroscience - Dave Gallagher's Insights on Mental Health and Personal Growth
Send White Fox Talking a Message Join us as cognitive psychologist and neuroscientist Dave Gallagher takes us on an enlightening journey into the realm of adventure neuroscience. Discover how your brain transforms in adventurous and extreme environments and unearth the surprising therapeutic benefits these experiences can offer. Dave shares his compelling insights on how embracing adventure can not only enhance performance and well-being but also push the boundaries of both personal growth an...
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12 months ago
1 hour 9 minutes

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E57: [Adventure Mind Series] Climbing Through Grief - Richard Chapman's Transformative Journey to Mental Health Recovery
Send White Fox Talking a Message Could climbing hold the key to overcoming grief and mental health challenges? Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Richard Chapman from Climbing Matters, who shares his transformative journey through the loss of his son Archie and how climbing became his lifeline. Growing up in Cornwall with a deep-rooted passion for climbing, Richard found solace and support within the climbing community, offering a heartfelt perspective on how outdoor activities can be...
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1 year ago
49 minutes

White Fox Talking
Send White Fox Talking a Message A dying head torch, a cold wind on Ingleborough, and a 19-year-old who refuses to quit—Bailey Backhouse joins us to share how he tackled the Yorkshire Three Peaks three times in 36 hours to raise funds for Andy’s Man Club. He’s an electrical apprentice by day, a boxer by training, and a mountain mover when purpose calls. What started as a bold idea over a family celebration became a community-backed fundraiser with real impact, powered by grit, family support,...