Beyond with Aleksandra King

Aleksandra King

Beyond with Aleksandra King. Fearless long-form conversations on power, resilience and the messy truth behind success. Beyond with Aleksandra goes past glossy LinkedIn stories into the real decisions, trauma and relationships that shape high performers. Each week Aleksandra, entrepreneur, media personality and former BBC The Apprentice candidate who famously walked out, sits with founders, athletes and cultural provocateurs to dissect confidence, status, money, attraction and shame so you can build a stronger career, healthier relationships and a better life.

  1. How to Build "Instant Connection" with Anyone (Backed by Science)

    2 DAYS AGO

    How to Build "Instant Connection" with Anyone (Backed by Science)

    Why do some of the smartest people in the world make the most disastrous decisions? In this episode of Beyond with Aleksandra King, she sits down with award-winning science writer and author David Robson (The Intelligence Trap, The Expectation Effect, and The Laws of Connection) to explore the fascinating neuroscience behind how we think, connect, and thrive.David reveals why high intelligence can actually be a "trap" that leads to dogmatism and bias, and how we can use the "Expectation Effect" to physically alter our health, fitness, and response to stress. We also dive deep into the silent epidemic of loneliness—exploring why it's more dangerous to your health than smoking—and the science-backed "social muscles" we can all exercise to build genuine, shared realities with others.In this episode, you’ll learn:The Intelligence Trap: Why expertise often leads to "earned dogmatism" and how to stay cognitively flexible.The Science of "Clicking": What brain scans reveal about people who are on the same wavelength.Loneliness vs. Health: Why social connection is the number one predictor of longevity and how to overcome social anxiety.The Power of Mindset: How your expectations can change your body’s physical response to pain, aging, and stress.The "Beautiful Mess" Effect: Why showing vulnerability is actually your greatest tool for charisma and leadership.Self-Compassion: The evidence-based reason why being your own worst critic is sabotaging your success.Whether you're a high-achiever feeling disconnected or looking for a toolkit to improve your mental and physical well-being, this conversation offers a roadmap to becoming a "better-performing human" through science.Disclaimer: Guest views are their own and not endorsed by Aleksandra King, Beyond with Aleksandra King, or its producers. This podcast is for entertainment and general information only and is not legal, financial, or forensic advice. Seek independent professional advice before acting on anything discussed.🔗 Watch more full episodes of Beyond with Aleksandra King here:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3iQHE-qteJING9jXVVuVUdDa-9qqer7J📲 Connect with Aleksandra:Media Producer → https://aleksandra.mediaInstagram → https://instagram.com/king.aleksandraLinkedIn → https://linkedin.com/in/aleksandraking🌐 Join Aleksandra’s Inner Circle → https://laylo.com/aleksandraking💌 Business inquiries → aleksandra@aleksandraking.com

    1hr 13min
  2. Smart People Make Bad Decisions. Here is Why.

    TRAILER

    Smart People Make Bad Decisions. Here is Why.

    “We can see it in brain scans—people who click are physically in sync.” Is your intelligence actually holding you back? In this exclusive teaser for Beyond, host Aleksandra King challenges science writer David Robson on the dark side of high achievement.From the "Intelligence Trap" that makes smart people make disastrous choices, to the terrifying link between loneliness and early mortality, this episode isn't just about business—it’s about survival.Disclaimer: Guest views are their own and not endorsed by Aleksandra King, Beyond with Aleksandra King, or its producers. This podcast is for general information and entertainment only and does not constitute professional advice.

    2 min
  3. Why Most Parenting Advice Fails High-Achieving Families

    26 MAR

    Why Most Parenting Advice Fails High-Achieving Families

    What is the best way to raise confident, emotionally strong children in today’s high-pressure world?In this episode, parenting coach Emily Hughes shares practical, evidence-informed parenting advice for modern families — covering boundaries, emotional intelligence, behaviour, and long-term child development.With more parenting advice available than ever before, many parents feel overwhelmed, second-guess their decisions, and struggle to balance discipline with connection.Drawing on her experience working with over a thousand families, Emily Hughes explains why many common parenting approaches fail — and what actually works when it comes to raising resilient, emotionally secure children.This episode focuses on calm parenting, setting boundaries without shouting, and developing emotional intelligence in children, while helping parents lead with clarity and confidence.What you will learn:✔️ Parenting strategies to raise confident and emotionally secure children✔️ How to set boundaries with children without shouting or losing connection✔️ The difference between discipline and emotional coaching in parenting✔️ Why emotional intelligence is critical for long-term success in children✔️ Common parenting mistakes and how to avoid them✔️ How to stay calm as a parent under pressure✔️ The importance of modelling behaviour in child development✔️ Parenting teenagers in a digital world, including media literacy and structure✔️ Long-term parenting approaches vs short-term behaviour managementAbout the guest:Emily Hughes is a parenting coach specialising in helping high-functioning parents develop calm, consistent parenting strategies. Her work focuses on emotional regulation, behaviour management, and raising confident children through structured, intentional parenting.Watch the full episode if you are searching for parenting tips, parenting advice, how to discipline children, or how to raise emotionally intelligent childrenTimestamps (add once available):00:00 Introduction00:00 Parenting in a high-pressure world00:00 Boundaries and discipline00:00 Emotional intelligence in children00:00 Parenting teenagers00:00 Long-term parenting strategiesDisclaimer:Guest views are their own and not endorsed by Aleksandra King, Beyond with Aleksandra King, or its producers. This podcast is for general information and entertainment only and does not constitute professional advice. Please seek independent guidance where appropriate.

    59 min

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    Your Money At Risk? | Leading Financial Crime Expert Explains

    Could your money be at risk without you even realising it?In this episode, Aleksandra King speaks with financial crime expert Jessica Cath, Head of Financial Crime at Thistle Initiatives, about the rapidly evolving landscape of financial fraud and why awareness has become more important than ever.From increasingly sophisticated digital impersonation schemes to new ways illicit funds move through financial systems, Jessica explains how modern financial crime networks operate and why the UK has become one of the most targeted markets globally.This conversation explores how financial fraud tactics are evolving, why recovering lost funds can be extremely difficult, and what individuals should understand to better protect themselves.Disclaimer: Guest views are their own and not endorsed by Aleksandra King, Beyond with Aleksandra King, or its producers. This podcast is for entertainment and general information only and is not legal, financial, or forensic advice. Seek independent professional advice before acting on anything discussed.Watch the full episode to hear:• How modern financial fraud networks operate• Why the UK has become a major target• The warning signs people often miss• What to do quickly if access to your phone or banking apps is compromisedFull episode out now.#BeyondWithAleksandraKing#FinancialIntelligence#YourMoneyAtRisk#JessicaCath#TheNewFraudPlaybook

    1 min
  5. What a Financial Crime Expert Knows That Most People Don’t

    11 MAR

    What a Financial Crime Expert Knows That Most People Don’t

    Fraud has a new playbook — and most people don’t know how it works.Financial crime expert Jessica Cath explains the tactics being used today.In this episode, Aleksandra King speaks with Jessica Cath, Head of Financial Crime at Thistle Initiatives, about the changing landscape of financial fraud and why awareness has become one of the most important forms of protection.From highly convincing digital impersonation schemes to emotionally manipulative relationship fraud, organised networks are constantly adapting the way they target individuals and businesses.Jessica explains why the UK has become one of the most targeted markets globally, how young people are sometimes drawn into illegal money-movement schemes, and why the first minutes after losing access to your phone or banking apps can be critical.In this conversation:• Why financial fraud is now one of the fastest-growing forms of crime globally• The tactics behind the “new fraud playbook” used by organised networks• Why recovering lost funds can be extremely difficult• How young people are recruited into money-movement schemes• What to do quickly if your phone or banking access is compromisedEven people who work professionally in financial crime prevention can still become victims.This episode explores how the landscape of fraud is changing — and what individuals and businesses should understand to better protect themselves.Disclaimer: Guest views are their own and not endorsed by Aleksandra King, Beyond with Aleksandra King, or its producers. This podcast is for entertainment and general information only and is not legal, financial, or forensic advice. Seek independent professional advice before acting on anything discussed.🔗 Watch more full episodes of Beyond with Aleksandra King here:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3iQHE-qteJING9jXVVuVUdDa-9qqer7J📲 Connect with Aleksandra:Media Producer → https://aleksandra.mediaInstagram → https://instagram.com/king.aleksandraLinkedIn → https://linkedin.com/in/aleksandraking🌐 Join Aleksandra’s Inner Circle → https://laylo.com/aleksandraking💌 Business inquiries → aleksandra@aleksandraking.com#FinancialIntelligence #GlobalRisk #JessicaCath #BeyondWithAleksandraKing #AssetProtection #BusinessStrategy #LondonSafety #TechSecurity #DigitalForensics

    47 min
  6. The Royal Nutritionist: The Secret to Hormones, Energy, and Metabolism

    11 FEB

    The Royal Nutritionist: The Secret to Hormones, Energy, and Metabolism

    “Willpower is only 5% of the equation. The other 95% is your biology.” Disclaimer: Guest views are their own and not endorsed by Aleksandra King, Beyond with Aleksandra King, or its producers. This podcast is for entertainment and general information only and is not medical, mental health, legal, financial, business, or fitness advice. Seek independent professional advice before acting on anything discussed. No professional relationship is created by listening. Jennifer Hanway—nutritionist to the Royal Family, CEOs, and Hollywood stars—joins Aleksandra King to explain why being "tired" should never be your normal. In this episode, we move past generic diet advice and into the biological reality of how your body burns fuel. We explore: The Willpower Myth: Why cravings are a signal, not a character flaw. Metabolic Math: Why your metabolism isn't actually "slowing down" and how to protect your muscle tone. The 30g Rule: The simple secret to energy and skin longevity. Executive Stress: Protecting your energy after a day of high-stakes decision-making. Stop fighting your body and start giving it the fuel to perform at your peak. Watch the full episode for the complete biological blueprint.

    1hr 6min
  7. The Anxiety Paradox: Why Fighting Panic Makes It Worse

    28 JAN

    The Anxiety Paradox: Why Fighting Panic Makes It Worse

    Beyond with Aleksandra King: Joshua Fletcher – A Psychotherapist’s Guide to Rewiring the Anxious Brain What happens when a psychotherapist suffers from panic attacks so severe he can't leave the house? In this fearless video podcast interview, Aleksandra sits down with Joshua Fletcher—better known as "Anxiety Josh"—to dismantle the toxic positivity of the wellness industry. As a leader in modern media, Aleksandra digs into the grit behind the glamour of "self-optimization." From debilitating agoraphobia to becoming a best-selling author and the internet's most trusted voice on mental health, this vodcast cuts through the "breathe it away" noise to deliver hard science and radical honesty. What You'll Learn: Why "fixing" anxiety actually makes it worseThe "Stress Jug" analogy that explains burnoutThe science behind Exposure Therapy (and why it works)How to handle panic attacks on the Tube or in meetingsWhy "Self-Optimization" culture is toxic. For anyone who has ever felt their heart race and thought "I'm dying," or felt shame for not being "chill"—Josh proves you aren't broken. This isn’t just advice. It’s a talk show podcast about rewiring your brain when your body is screaming at you to run. Takeaways: Which moment hit home for you? Comment ‘Jug’ if your stress jug is full—or ‘Rewire’ if you’re ready to stop fighting yourself. Full episode → Joshua Fletcher | Anxiety Josh

    1hr 1min
  8. "They Are Not Extraterrestrial": The Interdimensional Theory of UFOs & The Grey Agenda | Philip Kinsella

    14 JAN

    "They Are Not Extraterrestrial": The Interdimensional Theory of UFOs & The Grey Agenda | Philip Kinsella

    Is the "Deep State" suppressing evidence of interdimensional intelligence? In this episode of Beyond with Aleksandra King, we move beyond "ghost stories" to conduct a forensic examination of the UFO phenomenon. Joining the show is award-winning researcher and psychic medium Philip Kinsella, who argues that what we call "aliens" may not be extraterrestrial at all—but interdimensional. We dissect the biological nature of "The Greys," the mechanics of abduction through solid matter, and the geopolitical reasons why the Pentagon refuses to release crash retrieval data. Discussion Points: The "Grey" Hypothesis: Are these entities actually soulless biological clones? Mechanism of Action: Analyzing the physics of the 1989 abduction case. Theology vs. Ufology: The connection between Gnostic "Archons" and modern UAP sightings. The Cover-Up: Why the economic establishment fears disclosure. About The Host: Aleksandra King is a media personality and business leader known for her direct, analytical approach to complex subjects. Famous for prioritizing values over fame on The Apprentice UK, she now explores the psychology of power and resilience.

    1hr 11min
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Beyond with Aleksandra King. Fearless long-form conversations on power, resilience and the messy truth behind success. Beyond with Aleksandra goes past glossy LinkedIn stories into the real decisions, trauma and relationships that shape high performers. Each week Aleksandra, entrepreneur, media personality and former BBC The Apprentice candidate who famously walked out, sits with founders, athletes and cultural provocateurs to dissect confidence, status, money, attraction and shame so you can build a stronger career, healthier relationships and a better life.

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  • Creator
    Aleksandra King
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Aleksandra King
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    Beyond with Aleksandra King