Chancing My Arm

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Chancing My Arm – The Pod With Purpose is a raw, uplifting podcast exploring life after amputation, purpose-driven recovery, and building Dawn Patrol Coffee from the ground up. Through honest conversations with inspiring people met along the way, it’s about turning adversity into momentum — one meaningful story at a time. 

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    Chancing My Arm – Episode 9: The Code with Shaun Tomson

    Episode 9 of Chancing My Arm features a true legend of surfing, Shaun Tomson — a world champion whose life story goes far beyond the waves. In this episode we dive into Shaun’s incredible journey, from growing up in South Africa and rising to become the 1977 World Surfing Champion, to helping shape the golden era of professional surfing. But the conversation goes much deeper than titles and trophies. Shaun shares the philosophy that has guided his life both in and out of the water — from resilience, purpose and mindset, to the lessons learned through personal tragedy and how those experiences led him to create the Code Method, a powerful framework for living with intention. We talk about surfing’s evolution, the culture that surrounded it in the 70s, the importance of chasing your passions, and how adversity can shape who we become. It’s a conversation about courage, perspective, and finding meaning in the ride — wherever it takes you. A powerful episode with a man whose story reaches far beyond the ocean.

    1h 22m

  2. 29 JAN

    Chancing My Arm – Episode 8: On Safer Ground with Gareth Carter

    In this episode of Chancing My Arm, we head far from familiar shores — to Laos — through the eyes of Gareth Carter. What began as time spent living and working in a country shaped by complexity and resilience became something much bigger: a belief in young people, and a chance to open a door that had never felt reachable before. Gareth shares the story of taking a group of Lao teenagers from their everyday reality to the world stage, guiding them all the way to the Gothia Cup — the largest youth football tournament on the planet. It’s a story about trust, responsibility, and what can happen when opportunity meets belief. This isn’t just about football. It’s about courage, connection, and what it really means to give young people a shot — and then stand back and watch them rise.

    1h 25m

  3. 23 JAN

    Episode 7 – Part Two of the Rick Jupp Interview

    Welcome back to Chancing My Arm – The Pod With Purpose. This is part two of my conversation with Ric Jupp — drummer, songwriter, and founding member of Elbow. In this episode, we talk about what it really feels like to walk out onto a stadium stage with thousands of people waiting for you… winning the Mercury Music Prize… and what it’s like to create something that somehow finds its way deep into other people’s lives. We also get into the decision to step away from Elbow, sessioning at the legendary Muscle Shoals Studios, and a whole load of other beautifully random stuff along the way. It’s reflective, funny, honest — and full of those small human moments that sit behind the big public ones. This is part two with Ric Jupp on Chancing My Arm – The Pod With Purpose.

    1h 14m

  4. 16 JAN

    Chancing My Arm – Episode 6: With Craig Bracefield the Amped Surfer

    Welcome back to Chancing My Arm – the pod with purpose. In this episode, I’m joined by Craig Bracefield, also known as The Amped Surfer. Craig is at a turning point in his life — following a serious motorbike crash, he’s made the life-changing decision to undergo the amputation of his leg. We dive deep into his journey: the crash itself, the out-of-body experiences that followed, and how his faith and signs from above have guided and validated this decision. And, of course, we talk about his love of surfing, the waves that keep calling him, and how he’s finding purpose and perspective in the face of extreme challenge. This is Episode 6 of Chancing My Arm — a story of courage, faith, and the extraordinary ways life can guide us when we truly listen.

    1h 4m

  5. 9 JAN

    Episode 5 – Zoe Smith Para Surfer and ISA World Champion

    This week on Chancing My Arm, I’m joined by Zoe Smith – para surfer, competitor, and someone who quietly redefines what resilience really looks like. After a life-changing injury, Zoe didn’t just adapt – she paddled back out. Into cold water, heavy waves, setbacks, and the kind of self-doubt that doesn’t show up on highlight reels. What followed is a story about identity, patience, and finding freedom again in the ocean. We talk about surfing as therapy, learning to trust your body again, and what it means to chase joy rather than limitations. This isn’t just a conversation about sport – it’s about purpose, perspective, and choosing to show up even when the odds shift. This is Zoe Smith. And this is Chancing My Arm.

    1h 16m

  6. 18/12/2025

    Chancing My Arm – Episode 4: Church Halls to Wembley with Ric Jupp.

    This week on Chancing My Arm, I’m joined by Ric Jupp — one of the founding members of Elbow. We talk about the early days of the band, finding your voice creatively, and what it really takes to keep going in a long career built on collaboration, trust, and timing. Ric shares reflections on music, life beyond the spotlight, and the quieter moments that shape the work just as much as the big ones. It’s a grounded, thoughtful conversation about creativity, commitment, and chancing your arm when the path ahead isn’t clear.

    1h 18m

  7. 12/12/2025

    Chancing My Arm – Episode 3: With Surf City Cycles

    Episode 3 – Chancing My Arm with Andrew Pringle of Surf City Cycles In this episode, I sit down with Andrew Pringle — the energy behind Surf City Cycles and a champion of surf-moto culture. We dive into the roots of his brand, the creative spark that shaped it, and how he’s built a business that feels authentically coastal, community-driven, and just the right amount of rebellious. From big ideas about revitalising the high street, to surprising hot takes on mobility scooters, we explore what local commerce could (and should) look like in 2025. We also touch upon the grit and resilience of market traders, sharing stories that every small business owner will relate to. It’s a conversation packed with honesty, humour, and hands-on insight into what it really takes to build something meaningful at a grassroots level. Tune in for inspiration, practical wisdom, and a reminder that small business is still where the magic happens.

    1h 12m

  8. 04/12/2025

    Chancing My Arm – Episode 2: With One Blue Eye Cornwall

    Turning Tide: Repurposing Plastic with Matt Nott of One Blue Eye Cornwall In this episode of Chancing My Arm, I’m joined by Matt Nott, the founder of One Blue Eye Cornwall, who’s on a mission to turn single-use plastics into something with purpose. Matt talks about how the idea began, the creative process of transforming discarded plastic into meaningful products, and why tackling waste at a local level matters. We dig into his hands-on workshops in schools, how he’s inspiring the next generation to rethink rubbish, and the power of giving kids the tools to create real environmental change. It’s a conversation about sustainability, community, innovation — and what happens when you decide to stop waiting for someone else to fix the problem.

    1h 34m
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Chancing My Arm – The Pod With Purpose is a raw, uplifting podcast exploring life after amputation, purpose-driven recovery, and building Dawn Patrol Coffee from the ground up. Through honest conversations with inspiring people met along the way, it’s about turning adversity into momentum — one meaningful story at a time. 

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  • Creator
    The_OneArmedSurfer
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Chancing My Arm
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