Path in Life Podcast

Luca

While C-suite executives and Domain Experts are everywhere on podcasts, everyday people are not. You are your own expert in life and have got your unique Path in Life. Path In Life with Luca Podcast looks at people's Paths in Life. It looks at where YOU are now and how YOU have got to do whatever it is YOU are doing.

  1. Aug 10

    Coaching for Everyone, Unlocking Potential Through Better Conversations with Michele Rees-Jones

    Luca Volentir sits down with Michele Rees-Jones, a business and personal coach who specialises in walking alongside people to help them think more clearly and realise they have more potential than they realise. Michelle breaks down what coaching really is, and how it works. She also shares some simple yet powerful questions that create transformation. She also shares practical self-coaching tools for anyone who doesn’t currently have access to a coach so you can achieve that for yourself. — Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction to Michele and coaching (00:29) Michele's personal introduction and core identity (01:24) What is coaching and how does it help? (02:27) Difference between coaching and mentoring (05:21) Key takeaways for listeners about coaching (07:15) Coaching's accessibility beyond executives (10:34) How organisations can promote coaching (13:56) Introducing coaching and mentoring in organisations (15:39) The coach-coachee dynamic and relationship (18:00) Creating a safe space for coaching (20:31) Building trust and confidentiality (22:01) Understanding individual needs in coaching (25:25) Building trust through actions (28:43) Handling tangents and staying present (34:08) Listening deeply to multiple clients (40:20) Genuinely caring about the coachee (45:21) Managing inner voice and self-doubt (50:18) Powerful questions for transformation (55:11) Small changes can lead to big results (01:00:14) The role of curiosity and reflection (01:08:00) Self-coaching tips and resources (01:12:01) Next steps for self-coaching (01:16:25) The importance of listening and curiosity (01:22:18) Encouraging organisations to invest in coaching (01:24:44) Connecting with Michele for coaching insights — Michele's Links: Michele's LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-rees-jones-acc-icf-8851b932/  Luca's Links: Listen on YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@pathInLifePodcastWebsite → https://www.pill-podcast.com/Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathinlife.podcast

  2. Jul 13

    Purpose, Struggle & What Success Really Looks Like with Ben Veal

    Luca Volentir sits down with Ben Veal, award-winning PR consultant, podcaster, and author of Good Journeys. What began as curiosity during lockdown became a platform for deep, honest conversations.  Ben shares how he built two successful podcasts, wrote books featuring inspiring people, and learned that true success isn’t about achievements or validation, it’s about being content with where you are, cherishing family, and telling real stories. — Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction to Ben Veal: A Multifaceted Creator (02:47) The Essence of Good Journeys Podcast (05:55) The Impact of Storytelling and Vulnerability (08:45) Exploring the Book: Good Journeys (12:12) Lessons from Diverse Lives (14:51) Navigating Social Media and Self-Comparison (18:11) Finding Internal Validation (20:48) The Journey of Podcasting and Content Creation (24:09) Building Connections Through Podcasting (27:04) The Role of Technology in Modern Storytelling (30:01) Passion vs. Profession: Balancing Work and Creativity (32:45 The Unexpected Journey of Wrestling Journalism (46:22) The Politics of Success in Wrestling (47:51) Finding a Niche in Wrestling Podcasting (49:20) The Power of Following Your Passion (51:13) Connecting with Guests: The Art of Outreach (52:51) Writing a Book: From Podcast to Publication (56:06) Building Relationships Through Podcasting (01:01:14) The Balance of Professionalism and Friendship (01:05:28) Asking the Right Questions in Interviews (01:11:41) Defining Success Beyond Achievements (01:13:20) Prioritising Family Over Work (01:19:17) Taking a Break: The Importance of Pausing (01:24:050 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Growth — Ben's Links: Ben's Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/benvealwrites/Good Journeys Book → https://amzn.eu/d/0g8CKplqGood Journeys Podcast → https://www.youtube.com/@goodjourneyspodGood Journeys Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/goodjourneyspod/Wrestling Life Podcast → https://www.youtube.com/@wrestlinglifeonlineWrestling Life Website → https://www.wrestlinglife.online/Wrestling Life Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/wrestlinglifeonline/Second Mountain Website → https://www.secondmountaincomms.co.uk/  Luca's Links: Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/62yFSW39kCwAPFttJtEJ6RWebsite → https://www.pill-podcast.com/Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathinlife.podcast

  3. Jun 22

    Prevention Over Treatment, Nutrition, Chasing the High of Being Healthy with Claudia Ghadimi

    Luca Volentir sits down with Claudia Ghadimi, a nutrition coach who helps people build sustainable healthy habits for long-term change. After her own health scare, Claudia transformed her lifestyle and now guides others toward prevention rather than treatment. She breaks down the differences between nutrition coaches, nutritionists, and dieticians, debunks protein hype, explains macros, the importance of chasing the “high” of feeling healthy, and how to make better choices on holiday or in everyday life. — Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Nutrition Coaching 02:49 The Importance of Health Prevention 06:06 Personal Journey to Nutrition 09:02 Understanding the Need for Change 11:55 The Role of Education in Nutrition 14:48 Chasing the High of Being Healthy 18:12 The Difference Between Nutrition Coach, Nutritionist, and Dietitian 32:30 Navigating Health Misinformation 35:44 Understanding Nutrition Coaching vs. Dietetics 39:42 The Protein Debate: Myths and Realities 43:27 Eating Clean vs. Lean Proteins 49:36 Calorie Counting: A Double-Edged Sword 55:15 Building Sustainable Eating Habits 01:04:14 The Importance of Carbohydrates 01:10:14 Understanding Fats and Their Role 01:15:30 Navigating Protein Intake 01:19:01 Balancing Enjoyment and Nutrition 01:27:38 Mentality in Nutrition and Lifestyle Changes — Claudia's Links: Nutrition Coaching → https://www.nutritionwithmi.com/Claudia's Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/nutritionwithmi/ Luca's Links: Listen on YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@pathInLifePodcastWebsite → https://www.pill-podcast.com/Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pathinlife.podcast

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While C-suite executives and Domain Experts are everywhere on podcasts, everyday people are not. You are your own expert in life and have got your unique Path in Life. Path In Life with Luca Podcast looks at people's Paths in Life. It looks at where YOU are now and how YOU have got to do whatever it is YOU are doing.