The Schofield Stories Callum Schofield

Former Royal Marine Commando Gareth Timmins joins me on the show to share his story. Gareth talks about his time in the Royal Marine, from the vigorous training, to wearing the prestigious Green Beret, and to the impact of personal expectations. Gareth's book 'Becoming the 0.1%' are diary entries from his time as a young Royal Marine Recruit. After leaving the military Gareth stepped into private security, which again took him all over the world, including on counter piracy missions in Somalia. Nowadays, Gareth is a psychological and performance coach, helping people achieve the best. As well as studying to become to behavioral and cognitive psychologist. It was a true honour to hear Gareth's story and discuss his reflections looking back on a long and fascinating career. Gareth is a true gentleman and this episode is not to be missed!   

Musician and Singer James Sills joins me on the show to share his story and talk about all things related to music and mental health. James is a choir leader, singer, and former music teacher so has seen first hand the impacts of both music and mental health. As a choir leader, James has used his position to make a difference and bring people together through the power of music, such as working with the homeless, and virtually though lockdown bringing the world together. James' book "Do Sing" discusses the positive impacts a group of men coming together to sing can have and how making yourself vulnerable is key. Over lockdown, 'The Sofa Singers' emerged and this group has become a worldwide sensation linking people from across the globe, even on Christmas Day to sing together. This episode is full of incredible tips and motivation to be your true authentic self, and explains the true power of music. 

James Sills: https://www.jamessillsmusic.co.uk/ 

Sofa Singers: https://www.thesofasingers.com/

Do Sing: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Do-Sing-Reclaim-Voice-Singing/dp/1907974709 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jsillsmusic?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor

Stand-up comic and writer Daliso Chaponda joins me on the show to share his story and talk all things comedy. Daliso talks about the reasons behind why he got into comedy, life on the stand-up circuit, and race in comedy. We also spoke about how Daliso was Amanda Holden's Golden Buzzer and finished 3rd in Britain's Got Talent. Daliso also does a lot of writing and always have done, writing novels, children's books, and writes for BBC Radio 4 as well as having his own show. Daliso is someone I've always followed, looked-up to, and wanted on the show from the very beginning, and now he's here and did not disappoint. One of the most natural funny people I've met. Check out Daliso on all social media and I strongly suggest booking tickets for his virtual shows as well his 2021 UK Tour.

Colin Jackson CBE joins me on the show for an uplifting discussion about sport, his career, dancing, and much more. Colin is best known for being a World Champion Hurdler, Olympian, holding a 44 unbeaten streak of races, and an athletics pundit. As well as talking about his incredibly decorated career, Colin discusses his role in organisations such as Red Shoes Academy and Go Dad Run which are both very special organisation to help young people and men. Colin has been in the public eye since a teenager, so talks about how to deal with the constant pressure from a young age. in 2005, Colin swapped his running shoes for dancing shoes appearing on Strictly Come Dancing, and now in 2021 he's popped on his ice skates for the 2021 Series of Dancing on Ice, we wish you all the best for the series! It was an absolute pleasure to talk to Colin and this episode is another inspiring one that's not to be missed! 

Actor Jack Parry-Jones joins me on the show to shed an insight into his career and personal life. We discuss Jack's younger years, where the ambition to be an actor came from all the way up to today where Jack is a BAFTA Cymru Award winning Actor. Jack is best known for starring in Our Girl, Moon Dogs, Bang, and The Crown; where the character of 'The Teacher' holds a personal connection to Jack. Jack also stars in Our Girl (which is my favourite TV Series of all time) which meant this interview was a tick off the bucket list, it also helps that we both come from a similar area in Wales, and two Welshman on a podcast always provides results! It was an honour to interview Jack and hear all about how he's pursues his ambitions whilst overcoming challenges and hardship.

Podcaster, co-founder of Stop Holding Back, soon to be Tedx Speaker, and all round friend of The Schofield Stories Podcast Ruban Pillai joins me on he show to share his story. Ruban has had a stutter from a young age, and at certain times in his life battled hard to overcome demons and the fear of stuttering, to become the man he is today. Hearing Ruban's journey is inspiring. Ruban also host's The Underdog Way Podcast, where he interviews people with inspiring stories because we all love an underdog. This episode is one I've been looking forward to releasing for a while as I know it is full of golden nuggets of stories and advice to motivate everyone to help themselves to become the person they've always wanted to be. Ruban is a sensational guest and this episode is not to be missed!