Best Amy Wald Podcasts (2025)

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Biomimicry, Bamboo & Regenerative Design: A Masterclass with Louis Thompson 50:12

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Can bamboo architecture redefine sustainable hospitality and eco luxury travel? Award-winning eco-resort designer Louis (Louie) Thompson, CEO of Nomadic Resorts ( ⁨@Sixsenseshotels⁩ , ⁨@PlayaViva⁩ ) joins Amy to explore how bamboo, biomimicry, and biophilic design are transforming sustainable hospitality. From manta ray-inspired treehouses in Mexic…

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Fort Lauderdale’s Only Sustainable Beachfront Lazy River Hotel | TJ Pierri 27:36

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How Pelican Grand earned Green Key Global certification—and elevated sustainable hospitality. GM TJ Pierri of Pelican Grand Beach Resort (Fort Lauderdale) joins Amy to unpack how a legacy-driven, guest-first approach can power sustainable hospitality. From achieving Green Key Global certification to electrifying team and guest transport with Circui…

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Staypineapple Chicago: Reinventing the Urban Hotel Experience | Beth Anne King 39:24

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How sustainable hospitality elevates luxury at Staypineapple Chicago—inside a certified, dog-obsessed boutique icon. Host Amy Wald sits down with Bethann, General Manager of Staypineapple Chicago, to explore how a historic Loop landmark delivers sustainable luxury without compromise. From Green Key certification and adaptive reuse to plastic-free w…

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Inside the World’s Most Sustainable Travel Destinations | Rob Holmes, GLP Films 1:05:40

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How can storytelling and GSTC standards move sustainable hospitality from checkbox to culture? Documentary filmmaker and GLP Films founder Rob Holmes joins host Amy Wald to explore how authentic storytelling, destination stewardship, and GSTC-aligned practices can accelerate the shift toward sustainable travel destinations worldwide. From accessibi…

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North America’s Top Adventure Operator on Legacy Travel | EXP Journeys 54:45

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Craving eco luxury travel that changes lives and protects places? Start here. Adventure luxury meets purpose-driven travel. Amy sits down with Kevin Jackson and Maxie Johnson of EXP Journeys, a B Corp adventure operator designing bespoke, conservation-forward experiences across the American Southwest and beyond. From helicopter-only lunches atop To…

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Protecting Pink River Dolphins: Relais & Chateaux Amazon Cruises | Gabriela Orihuela 56:32

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Can a luxury Amazon cruise actually protect wildlife and empower local communities? In this episode on sustainable luxury travel, we explore how Delfin Amazon Cruises and Relais & Chateaux are redefining regenerative tourism in Peru’s Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve. Host Amy Wald sits down with tropical biologist and sustainability lead Gabriela O…

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Truffles, Italian Heritage & ESG: The Casa Di Langa Playbook | Eva Codina & Jessica Hinman 46:09

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Wildly Different: How Go2Africa is Reimagining Luxury Safaris | Liesel van Zyl 55:10

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Indulgence and impact can coexist, especially when your safari is designed to give back. This episode shows how nature-based tourism can deliver bucket-list safaris while creating real impact for wildlife, communities, and the planet. Go beyond the Big Five with a purpose-driven look at modern safaris. Amy sits down with Liesel van Zyl, Head of Pos…

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Designing a Sustainable Luxury Guest Experience | Hervé Houdré, Forbes Verified 50:21

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Can luxury and sustainable hospitality truly thrive together? In this episode, we unpack how the Forbes VERIFIED Responsible Hospitality program is redefining five-star service through responsible hospitality—without sacrificing guest experience or profitability. Legendary hotelier Hervé Houdré—creator and global ambassador of Forbes VERIFIED Respo…

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Sustainable Luxury in Miami Beach: Inside the Palms Hotel & Spa 34:39

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Discover how The Palms Hotel and Spa in Miami Beach integrates sustainability into its core identity, proving that eco-conscious hospitality is more than a trend — it's a continuous journey. Join marketing and sustainability director Tanya Morariu as she candidly shares the challenges, successes, and impactful guest experiences that come with leadi…

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How to get travel right | Costas Christ 58:18

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Join us in this inspiring episode of the Conscious Check-in as Costas Christ, a pioneer of eco-tourism and sustainable travel, shares his groundbreaking journey transforming the tourism industry. Discover how sustainability not only protects our planet but also enhances profitability and creates lasting benefits for communities and businesses alike…

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How the most loved travel brands are winning online | Scott Eddy 41:46

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In this insightful conversation, Greenluxe founder Amy Wald sits down with global travel influencer and digital marketing expert Scott Eddy to explore what truly drives loyalty and emotional connection in hospitality today. From storytelling and sustainability to personal branding and ROI, Scott shares lessons from decades of experience that hoteli…

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Preserving Anegada’s Charm: The story you haven’t heard yet | Bunchie Wheatley 22:50

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Anegada is unlike anywhere else in the Caribbean. Flat, wild, and naturally resilient—this coral island has preserved its beauty not because of development, but in spite of it. In this special episode, I visit Anegada Beach Club and with Bunchie who know the island best. We explore: What makes Anegada geologically and culturally rare How tourism is…

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How Long Bay became the BVI’s best-kept secret | Bria Guishard 38:23

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Join Amy Wald in this inspiring episode of the Conscious Check-in as she sits down with Bria Guishard, General Manager of Long Bay Resort in the British Virgin Islands. Discover how Bria blends authentic hospitality with thoughtful sustainability initiatives to create a luxurious yet eco-conscious guest experience. Learn how community engagement, r…

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Lorri Haines - Caught In A Trap 43:36

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In this compelling episode of "Coming Clean With Me," Caught in a Trap, “host Elliott Wald engages in a deeply personal conversation with Lorri Haines, a multimillionaire entrepreneur and reality TV star known for his role in the ITV show ‘My Family and Me’. Despite his current success, Lorri's journey is one marked by significant challenges and pe…

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Savannah Simms: Music, Madness, and Sobriety 42:01

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In this riveting episode of "Coming Clean with Me," addiction specialist Elliott Wald sits down with the multifaceted Savannah Simms, a rising star in the music industry known for her roles as an events manager, artist developer, and DJ. But beneath the vibrant beats and pulsating rhythms lies a story of struggle and redemption. Savannah candidly s…

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Mathew Hopkins - Finding Strenth, My Battle With Addiction 53:38

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Matthew Hopkins, recovery warrior. Matthew's raw and unfiltered story takes listeners on a rollercoaster ride through his tumultuous past, from his rebellious childhood in Felixstowe to his shattered dreams of an army career. With unflinching honesty, Matthew opens up about his descent into a world of steroids, brawls, and drug addiction. He recoun…

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DJ MAK 10: Grime & Redemption 41:09

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In this raw and gritty episode of "Coming Clean with Me," addiction specialist Elliott Wald sits down with DJ Mak 10, a.k.a. Nathaniel Ramsey, one of the founding fathers of the UK grime scene. Like the hard-hitting beats and unfiltered lyrics that define grime music, Mak 10 lays bare his 23-year battle with addiction, pulling no punches as he reco…

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Beneath the Veneer - The Real Story of Lauren Amy White & Sobriety 41:12

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In this gripping episode of *Coming Clean with Me*, host Elliott Wald sits down with the inspiring Lauren Amy White to delve into her tumultuous journey from the depths of addiction to a life of sobriety and empowerment. Known for his expertise in addiction therapy, Wald guides listeners through an unfiltered conversation that reveals the raw and o…

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Kicking Addiction: Joe's Path from Football to Freedom 42:22

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In this riveting episode of "Coming Clean with Me," host Elliott Wald, a renowned addiction specialist with 28 years of experience, sits down with Joe Sealey, son of Manchester United legend Les Sealey, for a raw and unfiltered conversation about addiction, loss, and redemption. Joe's story reads like a Hollywood script - a promising football caree…

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SEAN WILLERS: Fought the Taliban, Lost to Cocaine 56:57

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Prepare for an intense and revealing conversation as Sean Willers, a former British soldier who fought bravely in Afghanistan, opens up about his harrowing journey from the battlefield to the depths of addiction. In this episode of "Coming Clean with Me," host Elliott Wald engages Sean in a candid discussion about the challenges he faced growing up…

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Sarah Drage - Alcoholism Stole My Father 58:05

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In this gripping episode of "Coming Clean with Me," host Elliott Wald, an addiction specialist, sits down with Sarah Drage to explore the profound impact of alcoholism on her family. Sarah, a child of an alcoholic parent, shares the deeply personal and emotional journey of her father, Steve, whose life was overtaken by alcohol. Steve, a charismatic…

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Paul Sculfor: From Supermodel to Sobriety - From Catwalk to Cocaine 48:24

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Join addiction specialist Elliott Wald in this compelling episode of *Coming Clean With Me*, as he sits down with Paul Sculfor, the original male supermodel whose chiselled features once graced the covers of countless magazines and adorned billboards worldwide. Known for his work with fashion giants such as Armani, Versace, Burberry, and Louis Vuit…

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Peter Judd: From Cocaine to Club King 36:25

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In this compelling episode of ‘Coming Clean with Me’, host Elliott Wald sits down with one of his closest friends, Peter Judd, to explore a remarkable journey from the depths of addiction to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the nightlife industry. Titled "Peter Judd: From Cocaine to Club King," this episode delves into the personal and profess…

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High On Escape, A Story of Trauma & Chaos: Zachary Oliver 50:59

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ZACHARY OLIVER The Descent into Darkness Zach Oliver's childhood was a nightmare of chaos and violence. Growing up in a working-class family, his life took a dark turn when he was just five years old. His mother, battling post-natal depression, spiralled into alcoholism. The loving mother he once knew transformed into a monster before his eyes. "Sh…

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The Addicted Psychopath: Lewis Raymond Taylor 1:03:54

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The Addicted Psychopath - Lewis Raymond Taylor. In this gripping episode of *Coming Clean with Me*, “The Addicted Psychopath” host Elliott Wald delves into the tumultuous life of Lewis Raymond Taylor, a man whose journey from a troubled youth to a successful entrepreneur is as harrowing as it is inspiring. Diagnosed with antisocial personality diso…

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Alcohol Stole My Spirit, I Took It Back: Luke Clark 39:39

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Luke Clark's Journey to Sobriety The Demons We Face In the depths of addiction, we often find ourselves trapped in a cycle of self-destruction, unable to see a way out. For Luke Clark, mental health advocate and host of the popular podcast "Stress Sessions," this cycle was all too familiar. But today, Luke sits across from me, Elliott Wald, addicti…

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Cantona, Kebab & Corner Flags: Confessions of a Man United Fanatic: Jay Motty 41:59

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Welcome to "Coming Clean With Me" with host Elliott Wald, Addiction Specialist. Today, I'm thrilled to have Jay Motty in the studio. Jay is a well-known football commentator, journalist and podcaster, perhaps best recognized, as the co-owner and presenter of Manchester United's longest-running YouTube channel. But beyond his professional accomplish…

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The Ripple Effect: I Broke The Toxic Mould & My Addiction: Josh Connolly 46:33

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Unveiling the Raw Truth of Addiction and Recovery Welcome to another powerful episode of "Coming Clean With Me," the podcast that dives deep into the trenches of addiction and emerges with stories of hope and transformation. I'm your host, Elliott Wald, addiction specialist, and today we're in for an unforgettable journey. From Childhood Trauma to …

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Beyond The Diagnosis; Dr Mclaughlan 48:16

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This episode of Coming Clean With Me dives deep into the complex world of addiction. Dr. David McLaughlin, a leading expert in the field, dismantles the myth of addiction as a simple choice. We explore the underlying emotional needs that drive people to addictive behaviors, from anxiety and loneliness to the pursuit of pleasure and coping with pain…

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Running Through Hell: Charlie Engle's Addiction 58:52

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On the podcast today I have ultra-runner and author Charlie Engle. In a captivating conversation, Charlie takes us on his incredible journey from the depths of crack cocaine addiction to becoming one of the world's most accomplished ultra-endurance athletes. He pulls no punches as he delves into the gritty details of his substance abuse, the warm c…

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SAS Addiction: Ollie Ollerton 52:17

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SAS ADDICTION Ollie Ollerton's Powerful Journey In this gripping episode, former UK Special Forces operative Ollie Ollerton opens up about his harrowing path from a traumatic childhood incident to battling alcohol addiction, depression, and suicidal thoughts. Ollie shares the profound impact of being attacked by a chimpanzee at a young age, which l…

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“Addiction's No Laughing Matter" Canadian Comedian Andrew Barr 48:37

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In this episode of Coming Clean With Me, addiction specialist Elliott Wald interviews Andrew Barr, a comedian who turned his struggles with cocaine and alcohol addiction into material for his act. Andrew shares his journey from starting with alcohol in his 20s to escalating cocaine usage. He discusses the challenges of being a comedian in a bar env…

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Walking Through Addiction's Shadow - The Family's Journey 54:48

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Broken Bonds: A Mother's Desperate Call, a Sister's Unyielding Love, Unveiling the Agony and Triumph over Addiction Experience the power of a mother's love and a sister's unwavering adoration, in this heart-wrenching episode of 'Coming Clean with Me.' Join me, as I delve into the challenging journey of a family almost torn apart by a son and brothe…

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Behind The Drum & Bass: DJ Jumpin Jack Frost Talks Addiction 31:21

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In this episode of Coming Clean With Me, addiction specialist Elliott Wald sits down with drum and bass DJ Jumpin Jack Frost for an unflinching conversation about addiction and recovery. Frost opens up about his challenging upbringing and how it fuelled his descent into drug use. He details the consequences this had on his personal and professional…

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The Addicted Lawyer: The Brian Cuban Story 47:43

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From Gavel to Gravel: Brian Cuban's Battle with Addiction on Coming Clean With Me Imagine a high-powered lawyer, seemingly untouchable in the courtroom, brought to his knees by a different kind of battle – a brutal fight for his own life against addiction. This is the raw and powerful story of Brian Cuban, on this episode of Coming Clean With Me. E…

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Behind The Beat - A British DJ's Battle With Addiction 47:48

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Where beats meet recovery and resilience on the dance floor Get ready for an electrifying episode of 'Coming Clean with Me' as I uncover the pulsating tale of DJ Ross Mac. Join us, as he spins the records on his journey from a cocaine-fuelled DJ lifestyle to a decade of sobriety. In this revealing interview, DJ Ross Mac takes us behind the scenes, …

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Breaking Free From Addiction: A Son's Awakening, A Mother's Faith 46:18

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Are you ready for an emotional rollercoaster? Buckle up because we're revisiting Tal, the talented tattoo artist who bravely shared his battle with cocaine addiction in a previous episode. But this time, he's not alone. Joining him is his rock, his confidante, his mother, Michal. Prepare to be moved, as Tal and Michal openly discuss the ripple effe…

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Cocaine Shane's Road To Redemption 48:23

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Hitting rock bottom can be a brutal wake-up call. In this episode, Elliott Wald sits down with Shane Samler, who opens up about his harrowing battle with cocaine addiction and the long, arduous road to recovery. Shane's story begins at a young age, detailing his descent into addiction that steadily intensified. He candidly discusses the devastating…

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Ink Resilience - A Tattoo Artist's Triumph Over Addiction 48:46

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Join me for another revealing episode of 'Coming Clean with Me' as I sit down with tattoo artist Tal Booker, who lays bare the impact of his Cocaine Addiction and its unexpected link to online gambling. In this candid interview, Tal takes us through the eye-opening journey from his initial encounter with cocaine, to the gripping spiral it led him i…

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Exposing Addiction With Professor John Marsden 1:03:45

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Professor John Marsden unravels the complexities of Addiction. Welcome to a thought-provoking episode of 'Coming Clean with Me,' where I sit down with Professor John Marsden, a leading expert in addiction psychology and the distinguished Professor at the Institute of Psychiatry. With over three decades of professional appointments in the field of a…

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Addiction Drove Me To Steal £2.7 Million 37:15

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From Crime to Redemption: Unmasking the Depths of Addiction Welcome to another episode of 'Coming Clean with Me,' where I delve into compelling stories of personal transformation. Today, I sit down with David Smallwood, who bravely opens up about his journey, from a life of crime fuelled by addiction to redemption. From his early struggles with dru…

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From Addiction To £9 Million A Year 58:32

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If you're struggling with addiction, this video is a must-listen! Mike Carroll's story is inspirational and educational. Mike shares his story of overcoming addiction and becoming a millionaire. This video is a great resource for anyone looking to overcome addiction. Visit Elliott's website to find out more about the help you might need here: https…