Best Faisal Shah Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 399: Dan Henry 1:11:51

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👉 Dan's Links: https://getclients.com/freshly 👉 Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/freshlygrounded 👉 Hot Food Distribution in Gza: https://launchgood.com/freshlygrounded In this powerful episode of Freshly Grounded, we sit down with Dan Henry, entrepreneur, Wall Street Journal bestselling author, and a man who went from owning a $2M yacht to…

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Episode 398: Faisal & Kaya 1:00:06

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👉 Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/freshlygrounded 👉 Hot Food Distribution in Gza: https://launchgood.com/freshlygrounded Faisal and Kaya flip the usual “life is a sprint” motivational message on its head. Instead of talking about short bursts of intensity, they dive into the marathon parts of life: the slow, steady habits that compound ov…

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Episode 397: Faisal & Sam 1:07:26

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👉 LIVE EVENT TIX: https://fg.live Faisal and Sam reunite for a classic, unfiltered catch-up—packed with hilarious stories, deep reflections, and raw honesty. Faisal opens up about running Freshly Grounded full-time, the pressure to make the brand sustainable, and why this next live show feels different. Sam shares a surprising therapy lesson that c…

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Episode 396: Ibi Idris 48:17

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👉 LIVE EVENT TIX: https://fg.live In this deeply inspiring episode, we sit down with Qur’an teacher and content creator Ibi Idris, who shares a story that will change the way you think about discipline, legacy, and your relationship with the Qur’an. Ibi opens up about how he memorised the Qur’an as a child, forgot it during his teenage years, and t…

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Episode 395: Idris Shah 1:31:03

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👉 LIVE EVENT TIX: https://fg.live This is one of the most personal episodes of Freshly Grounded I’ve ever recorded. Idris Shah isn’t just my guest — he’s been one of the most important people in my life for the past 12 years. He was my very first friend when I started practicing Islam. At a time when I felt completely alone, Idris — three years you…

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Episode 394: DoseOfDris 1:02:44

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👉 LIVE EVENT TIX: https://fg.live From humble beginnings making YouTube videos at 7 years old to becoming one of the most authentic and beloved Muslim content creators in the UK, Dris shares his full journey: quitting his job, finding his unique lane in content creation, and staying true to his faith and roots while building a massive community onl…

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Episode 393 50:05

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👉 LIVE EVENT TIX: https://fg.live 👉 Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/freshlygrounded 📧 Freshly Grounded Newsletter: https://tribe.freshlygrounded.com/subscribe 💪 Buy The Game: https://shop.freshlygrounded.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ✉️ Contact Us • Instagram: http://instag…

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Episode 392 1:04:35

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👉 LIVE EVENT TIX: https://fg.live Faisal and Kaya sit down for a classic unfiltered chat, covering everything from man flu to the delicate balance between confidence and arrogance in Islam. They reflect on how Islam’s perfect balance teaches us to show up with dignity and presence, without crossing into ego, and share personal hacks on how to stay …

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Episode 391 1:24:47

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👉 London Live Event: https://fg.live Faisal and Kaya sit down to brainstorm Faisal's upcoming keynote talk. What follows is a raw, funny, and deep conversation about staying authentic in a world obsessed with virality. Plus, they go off on beautifully chaotic tangents, from choking hazards and Bear Grylls survival techniques to whether AI will repl…

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Episode 390 1:04:15

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EVENT TIX: https://FG.live 👉 Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/freshlygrounded Faisal and Kaya dive into a series of hilarious and surprisingly deep rabbit holes, from the real story behind UGGs and their Aussie origins, to cave exploration anxiety, fruit of the loom conspiracies, stretching in the mall, shoulder dislocations, cruise ship f…

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Episode 389: Arnaut Danjuma & Michael Jarman 1:13:50

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We’re joined by football powerhouse Arnaut Danjuma and his agent and close friend Michael Jarman, the man behind some of football’s most strategic moves. In this powerful conversation, we unpack: 👉 What makes a truly great player-agent relationship 👉 The gritty reality of transfer windows and behind-the-scenes negotiations 👉 Danjuma’s journey from …

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Episode 388 57:44

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👉 Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/freshlygrounded Faisal and Kaya are joined briefly by Ibrahim behind the producer table and the mysterious yet ever-present Sulaiman. We dive into the chaos and beauty of launching Freshly Grounded’s livestreams, the hilarious behind-the-scenes moments, and how it’s reshaping the FG community. We also unp…

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Episode 387: SuperSaf 58:46

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We sit down with SuperSaf, the internet’s go-to guy honest reviews and staying two steps ahead in the world of consumer tech. We get into: 👉 How the YouTube algorithm really works 👉 The rise of Chinese tech: is it innovation or imitation? 👉 What it takes to stay consistent as a creator in a fast-moving world 👉 And whether digital avatars and image …

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Episode 386: Dr Fawzi Katranji 47:55

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👉 Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/freshlygrounded In this episode of Freshly Grounded, we welcome back Dr. Fawzi Katranji, a specialist in breathing and sleep disorders, who recently found himself trending across the world. We unpack what happened, how AI is changing the face of medicine, and what it’s like being recognized in real life b…

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Episode 385 1:04:34

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👉 Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/freshlygrounded Faisal and Kaya are joined by Sulaiman on production and a special guest: 15-year-old Musa, who’s flown in from the UK for a two-day work experience placement at FG HQ. The episode kicks off with jokes, chair upgrades, and coffee bean debates, and evolves into a meaningful conversation abo…

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Episode 384: Ben Iqra 1:05:12

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👉 Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/freshlygrounded -- 💼 THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY EVOLVE TAX: Thinking about moving your business to Dubai? Evolve Tax are the go-to experts for UK entrepreneurs looking to set up shop in the UAE. They’ve already helped 1,000+ business owners make the move, and they’re giving away a full Dubai Business Se…

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Episode 383: Hisham Abu Yusuf 1:29:43

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👉 Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/freshlygrounded Ustadh Hisham Abu Yusuf is not your typical influencer. In fact, he hates social media. And yet, through a divine twist, his words have reached millions. In this powerful episode of Freshly Grounded, Ustadh Hisham opens up about: 👉 His viral Names of Allah series and why it resonated so de…

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Episode 382: The Sunnah Guy 1:20:29

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👉 Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/freshlygrounded The Sunnah Guy has garnered 2.6 million followers on Instagram and is now teaching Muslims how to dominate social media without selling their soul, he's here alongside his strategic sidekick Nas Numbers, co‑founder of 6ten Management and the brains behind the polished Muslim creator moveme…

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Episode 381: Faisal & Kaya 49:07

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Our first episode from the NEW STUDIO! 🎉 Faisal & Kaya sit down in between boxes, wires, and chaos, and talk about everything from setting up the new Freshly Grounded HQ to the wildest debates you didn’t know you needed (can 100 men take down a silverback gorilla?!). We also share the behind-the-scenes of building the dream podcast table, the joys …

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Episode 380: Faisal & Kaya 1:17:47

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Faisal and Kaya sit down to talk about everything happening behind the scenes: from raising investment and growing the brand to the future of the FG studio. This might be the last episode filmed in the home setup… and a new chapter is about to begin. We talk about: – Why we’re raising investment for FG – The emotional ups and downs of building some…

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S8, EP 6: Darren Dilieto and His Journey Creating Hireillo 1:16:01

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Send us a text What happens when an illustrator discovers they're awesome at finding clients for other illustrators? For Darren Dilieto, it sparked a 20-year journey building Hireillo, a revolutionary platform connecting illustrators with clients while challenging industry norms. Darren's story begins in the early 2000s before social media existed,…

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S8, Ep 5: Beth Perkins. Creative Retoucher 1:22:48

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Send us a text From the darkroom to the digital realm, Beth Perkins takes us on a captivating journey through her evolution as a creative retoucher. Processing black and white photos with her father at just six years old sparked a lifelong passion that would eventually lead Beth from Canada to the UK, where she now runs her own creative retouching …

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S8, Ep 4: Marcus Brooks, Videographer and Editor 1:16:17

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Send us a text Every creative career has humble beginnings. For videographer Marcus Brooks, it was a Sony Ericsson flip phone with a basic video editor that sparked a lifelong passion. That early fascination with piecing together clips evolved through experimental YouTube videos, technical education, and eventually, full-time freelance work filming…

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Episode 379: Faisal & Kaya 59:21

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🚨 DONATE TO SPOT PROJECT: This Ramadan, we're fundraising for SPOT Project to support girls' education, hygiene, and the Spot Academy. Help make a difference by donating here: https://freshlygrounded.com/spot In this episode, Faisal & Kaya dive into everything from AI struggles to parenting wisdom and even a heated debate over Windows vs. Mac. We a…

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S8, Ep 3: Neil Shearer, Chemist to Sports Photographer! 1:11:58

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Send us a text On this week's episode, I chat to Neil Shearer. We chat about Neil's unusual path into photography, his love of sports, and how a passion project of his lead to paid work! Find Neil here: Web: www.neilshearer.com TikTok: @neilshearerart Instagram: @neilshearer_photography Support the show Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/ofl…

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Episode 378: Faisal & Sam 1:06:58

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🚨 DONATE TO SPOT PROJECT: This Ramadan, we're fundraising for SPOT Project to support girls' education, hygiene, and the Spot Academy. Help make a difference by donating here: https://freshlygrounded.com/spot 🎙️ The OGs Are Back! Faisal and Sam sit down for a classic Freshly Grounded episode: tea, laughs, and deep convos included. From reminiscing …

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S8, EP2: Faisal Shah 3D artist, animator and skateboarder 1:27:59

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Send us a text On today's episode, I chat to Faisal Shah. Faisal is a 3d artist and animator, with a passion for Skateboarding! We chat about Faisal's career, his passions and his inspirations. We also tackle some sensitive subjects, including race. You can hear Faisal's drive for his business throughout our chat. Find Faisal here: Instagram: @fais…

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Episode 377 1:09:04

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Donate to SPOT this Ramadan: https://freshlygrounded.com/spot In this Ramadan special, Faisal and Kaya sit down over a cup of Karak tea (after a mini battle with the packaging) to talk all things Ramadan: routines, sleep struggles, hydration hacks, and how food cravings change during the month. They also go deep into ranking their top cuisines (Tur…

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S8, Ep 1: Valeria Medici - Prop painter and Scenic Artist 1:06:20

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Send us a text On today's episode, I chat to Valeria Medici. Valeria is a prop painter and scenic artist, based in Northampton. We chat about how her journey has been peppered with luck, and how she gets to take the "ping" off props! Find Valeria here: Web: valeriamedici.com IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8126322/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Insta: @valer…

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Episode 376: Arman Markar 52:08

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In this episode of Freshly Grounded, we sit down with Arman Markar, a social media creator whose journey took him from cybersecurity to content creation, and ultimately to using his platform for the Deen. 🎙️ We discuss: ✅ The struggle between faith and fame in the digital age ✅ How social media helped him reconnect with Islam ✅ Why young Muslims to…

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Episode 375: Isa Hussain 1:07:05

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Living in Pakistan – The Reality w/ Isa Hussain This episode is one I've been SO excited about! I sat down with Isa Hussain (@isa_unscripted), a UK-born, Pakistan-raised content creator who's shaking up the internet with his raw, hilarious, and eye-opening content about life in Pakistan. Isa’s mission? To break the myths about Pakistan and show Wes…

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Episode 374 1:16:07

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After what feels like 17 centuries (okay, just a few months), Freshly Grounded is BACK! Faisal and Kaya reunite to explain their podcast hiatus, and somehow end up renaming every object in existence. Because who doesn't want to call their spoon a "food shovel"?

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S7, Ep 10: Jonny Wilson 1:09:01

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Send us a text On today's episode, I chat to photographer Jonny Wilson. Jonny shares with me his journey into watch photography, how he's a Broncolor ambassador, and what it's like to work on really expensive watches! Find Jonny here: Instagram: @jonnywphoto / @jnystudios_ Website: www.jonnywilsonphoto.com Support the show Buy me a coffee: https://…

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S7, Ep 9: Meghan Grant 1:26:32

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Send us a text On today's episode, I chat to pivot queen, Meghan Grant! We have a deep dive into Meghan's pivots, how a difficult childhood made her re-assess where she wanted to be in life, and how she's exploring her heritage via her art. Find Meghan here: Web: www.leva-mabi.com *Delicate subjects are discussed in this episode, so if you're not i…

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S7, Ep 8: Yannis Stergioulis 1:20:22

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Send us a text On today's episode, I chat to Yannis Stergioulis, all the way from Athens! Yannis is a trailer editor for a TV Channel in Greece, and shares his story of how he got to where he is, along with a couple of passions he has, which include kite surfing! Find Yannis here: Newsletter: https://yannis-stergioulis.kit.com/profile?_gl=1*1fd6pm9…

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S7, Ep 7: Tom Cressy 57:23

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Send us a text On today's episode, I chat to Director of Photography, Tom Cressey. We chat about Tom's love of film, how a slug he filmed had to have a break, and how he ended up on a battle ship filming yachts! Find Tom here: Insta: @tom__cressey_dop Web: www.tomcressey.com Support the show Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/oflm7nxb75 Supp…

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S7, EP 6: Natasha Aldred, The Pendle Witch Project 1:27:25

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Send us a text On today's episode, I chat to artist Natasha Aldred, of The Pendle Witch Project. We chat about Natasha's uni experience, how she takes inspiration from folklore and witchy things, and how her whole family are creative! Oh, and if anyone knows what the teddy shop is, let us know in the comments! Find Natasha Here: Instagram: @thepend…

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S7, Ep 5: Teresa Trivunovic 1:11:16

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Send us a text On today's episode, I chat to Creative Lead, Teresa Trivunovic, who moved over to the Darkside! (She made the jump from Agency to Client side!) We have a good natter about how she decided to make the jump, how creativity can be found in lots of different ways, and how she balances family life with her career. Find T here: Instagram: …

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S7, Ep 4: Chris Stringer 1:53:00

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Send us a text On today's episode, I chat to illustrative designer Chris Stringer. Chris is an illustrative designer from South Wales. After leaving a retail career to work in design, he has since specialised in apparel and swimwear, A ‘jack of most trades’, Chris uses digital and traditional illustrative techniques in his work. He also creates art…

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S7 Ep 3: Nick Woodhead 1:13:31

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Send us a text On today's episode, I chat to designer Nick Woodhead. We chat about Nick's love for hiking, his journey into becoming self employed, and what inspires him the most! Find Nick here: Web: https://nwdi.co.uk/ Instagram: @nwdinick Support the show Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/oflm7nxb75 Support the show here: https://www.buz…

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S7, Ep 2: Jack Graham 1:13:14

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Send us a text On today's episode, I chat to business owner Jack Graham. Jack is a self taught videographer, and owns and runs Racoon on the Run, based in Manchester. He has also set up a freelancer platform called "Freelancer fightback", which is launching soon! Jack's story is one of perseverance, and boy does he have some cracking stories! Find …

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S7 Ep 1: Harriet Young 1:49:44

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Send us a text On today's episode, I chat to tattoo artist Harriet Young. She's based in Tooth and Talon in Ancoats, Manchester, and chats about how she became a tattoo artist, how she got her ADHD diagnosis, and her best and worse place to tattoo! Find Harriet here: Instagram: @lonerosetattoo / @loneroseflash / @toothandtalontattoo Support the sho…

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In this candid solo episode, Faisal returns after a month-long break to share an emotional and eye-opening journey through unexpected health challenges. From asthma attacks to shocking blood test results, he opens up about the wake-up call that pushed him to make drastic lifestyle changes. Faisal discusses his new diet, cardio routine, and how he n…

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S6, Ep8: Grace Hatley 1:23:18

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Send us a text On today's episode, I chat to food stylist and ex model, Grace Hatley. We have a good chat about Grace's change in careers, how she loves to grow her own food, and the best and worst shoots she's been on! Find Grace here: Insta: @gracehatleyfood / @gracehatley_ / @bossfoodstylists Support the show Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffe…

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Episode 370: Faisal & Kaya 1:20:40

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Welcome back to another ‘Chinwag and Natter’ session, where Faisal and Kaya dive into a lighthearted catch-up covering coffee obsessions, storm warnings, and the life lessons embedded in everyday routines. From exploring why coffee culture means so much, to debating the value of politeness, tradition, and even surviving hurricanes—this episode blen…

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S6, Ep7: Aurora Foulds 1:17:15

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Send us a text On today's episode, I chat to Huddersfield artist Aurora Foulds, also known as Rora. Aurora is a freelance artist, who specialises in mark making. We have a chat about her career so far, what it's like to work as an artist whilst being a parent too, and how she creates her artwork! We also have a chat about Aurora's neurodivergence, …

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S6, Ep 6: John Steel 1:07:24

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Send us a text On today's episode, I chat to West Yorkshire based photographer, John Steel. John photograph's weddings, and commercial businesses, in a way that relaxes people to get some fantastic shots! We chat about how John got into photography, how he gets the relaxed shots he shoots, and how weddings have changed over the last decade or so. F…

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S6, Ep 5: Sam Jones 1:09:20

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Send us a text On today's episode, I chat to Art Director and photographer Sam Jones. Sam works for a high street fashion retailer, based in Manchester. We chat about Sam's journey into Art Directing, how she loves shooting jewellery (and blooming expensive watches!) and how her move to Manchester came about. Find Sam here: Insta: @samanthajonescre…

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Episode 369: Mansoor Danish 1:01:06

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In this episode of Freshly Grounded, Faisal sits down with Mansoor Danish, a key figure at the International Open University (IOU). Mansoor shares his insights on negotiation, body language, and psychology in both business and everyday life. He breaks down the art of negotiation, drawing parallels between business dealings and personal situations, …

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S6, Ep 4: Ali O'Neill 1:28:55

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Send us a text On today's episode, I chat to illustrator Ali O'Neill. Ali and I met in Society - Holmfirth's co-working space - about a year ago. Ali is known for her Folks and Fabric digital illustrations, of people and places in the Holme Valley. Ali's creative journey has seen her train as an archaeological illustrator, work for the BBC, and act…