The Tom Aspinall Podcast

Bauer Media

Introducing a powerful new podcast hosted by the current UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall and his long term friend and collaborator Charlie Moose exploring the mindset behind elite performance. Through candid, honest conversations, Tom sits down with some of the most driven and successful figures across sport, entertainment, and culture to uncover what truly motivates them. Each episode dives into the habits, pressures, setbacks, and mental resilience that shape success at the very top, revealing how high performers think, how they respond under pressure, and what keeps them pushing forward. This isn’t just about achievement it’s about the mindset behind it. Hosted on Bauer Media. For Partnership or Advertising Enquires please email podcasts@bauermedia.co.uk

Episodes

  1. 18 hr ago

    Leah Shutkever on Life as a Professional Eater | The Tom Aspinall Podcast | EP 7

    This week on the Tom Aspinall podcast, Tom is joined by competitive eating champion and multiple Guinness World Record holder Leah Shutkever. Leah shares her journey from studying architecture to becoming a full-time competitive eater, the mindset required to compete at the highest level, and the discipline behind her preparation. She also opens up about overcoming shyness, finding confidence in a male-dominated sport, the career-changing impact of lockdown, and the biggest lessons she’s learned along the way. Plus, Tom and Charlie take on a donut eating challenge, Leah reveals the wildest messages she’s received online, and recounts the frightening moment she passed out during a competition in Japan. This episode includes: Leah Shutkever’s journey to becoming a multiple Guinness World Record holder. How sibling rivalry sparked her competitive mindset. Why she left architecture to become a full-time competitive eater. What she really eats day-to-day and how she prepares for food challenges. Why fasting gives her an advantage before competitions. The career-changing impact of lockdown. Building confidence and succeeding in a male-dominated sport. The wildest DMs she’s ever received. Tom and Charlie take on a donut eating challenge. The terrifying moment Leah passed out during a competition in Japan. The biggest mistake of her career and the lessons it taught her. What she’d tell her future self. f you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who’s chasing their own goals. Sponsors: ◉ This episode is sponsored by That Prize Guy. This is an extremely special prize as they are making their 12th, YES 12th! Millionaire. The draw is on August 30th. Enter now before it's too late and be in with a chance of becoming a millionaire. ENTER HERE- https://thatprizeguy.co.uk/competitions/summer-millionaire

    Leah Shutkever on Life as a Professional Eater | The Tom Aspinall Podcast | EP 7
  2. 9 Jul

    Grace Neutral: Tattoos, Identity & Being Different | The Tom Aspinall Podcast | EP 3

    This week Tom Aspinall sits down with tattoo artist, creative and cultural icon Grace Neutral for one of the most fascinating conversations of the series. From growing up in the Middle East to pursuing a career in ballet, before becoming one of the world’s most recognisable hand-poked tattoo artists, Grace’s journey is anything but ordinary. She opens up about always feeling different, embracing individuality, and why learning to be unapologetically yourself is one of the most powerful things you can do. Together, Tom and Grace explore identity, self-expression, body modification, overcoming judgement, finding purpose and the courage it takes to live life on your own terms. Grace reflects on the experiences that shaped her outlook and how every chapter of her life has helped define the person she is today. This is an honest, thought-provoking conversation about resilience, authenticity and having the confidence to stand out rather than fit in. Whether you’ve followed Grace’s work for years or are discovering her story for the first time, this episode is a reminder that our differences are often our greatest strengths. If you enjoyed the episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear it. This episode includes: Growing up in the Middle East and feeling different from an early age. Grace’s journey from ballet to becoming one of the world’s leading hand-poked tattoo artists. Why embracing your individuality is your greatest strength. Finding confidence through self-expression and creativity. Overcoming judgement and learning to ignore other people’s opinions. How every chapter of life shapes who you become. The importance of living authentically and unapologetically. Why standing out is better than fitting in. Sponsors: ◉ This episode is sponsored by That Prize Guy. Win the comfortable living bundle- 10 grand tax free cash, £750 a month for one year, 10 grand three times during the year and a £3000 holiday voucher. ENTER HERE- https://thatprizeguy.co.uk/competitions/comfortable-living-bundle-july-1

    Grace Neutral: Tattoos, Identity & Being Different | The Tom Aspinall Podcast | EP 3
  3. 2 Jul

    Louis Theroux: The Truth About Prison, Fear & Human Nature | The Tom Aspinall Podcast | EP 2

    This week Tom Aspinall is joined by legendary documentary filmmaker Louis Theroux for a fascinating conversation on confidence, curiosity, anxiety and the mindset that’s defined both of their careers. From navigating awkwardness to interviewing some of the world’s most controversial people, Louis shares the lessons that have shaped the way he sees people and himself. Tom also opens up about recovering from his eye injury, handling social media, his long-term plans in the UFC, and what drives him to keep competing at the highest level. It’s an honest, thoughtful conversation about resilience, perspective and performing under pressure. This episode includes: Why prison became Louis Theroux’s “happy place” The weirdest thing about “weird” people Self-doubt, anxiety and finding confidence How awkwardness became Louis’ superpower Tom’s eye injury and dealing with the online response Inside Louis’ Manosphere documentary How Louis became a UFC fan Tom’s career plan Does Tom actually enjoy fighting? The documentary Louis is most proud of Working with Joe Exotic Louis’ Inner Game Follow Tom Aspinall's Podcast for more conversations on mindset, performance, and personal growth. This episode is also sponsored by That Prize Guy. Fancy winning £90,000 tax-free cash? Tickets start from just 40p. Enter now using the link- https://thatprizeguy.co.uk/competitions/ps90000-july

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Introducing a powerful new podcast hosted by the current UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall and his long term friend and collaborator Charlie Moose exploring the mindset behind elite performance. Through candid, honest conversations, Tom sits down with some of the most driven and successful figures across sport, entertainment, and culture to uncover what truly motivates them. Each episode dives into the habits, pressures, setbacks, and mental resilience that shape success at the very top, revealing how high performers think, how they respond under pressure, and what keeps them pushing forward. This isn’t just about achievement it’s about the mindset behind it. Hosted on Bauer Media. For Partnership or Advertising Enquires please email podcasts@bauermedia.co.uk

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