Best Kevin Welsh Podcasts (2025)

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251: Kevin & the 4x4x48 58:32

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In this intensely personal and inspiring episode, Kevin dives deep into his recent experience completing David Goggins' legendary 4x4x48 challenge—running 4 miles every 4 hours for 48 hours. What started as a daunting personal pursuit, fueled by years of hesitation, transformed into a profound spiritual and mental breakthrough on the historic Naval…

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Tiny Books, Big Ideas! 57:45

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When Pretty Girls Poured Tea… and Boys Wanted to Be Builders That was the world Ladybird Books helped paint, but were they quietly reflecting Britain’s postwar values… or subtly reinforcing them? We get Helen Day, the UK’s leading Ladybird book historian to unpack it all. From nostalgic collector to curator, Helen’s encyclopedic knowledge has kept …

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You NEED to Stop Skipping Anime Movies | Trash Taste #284 1:43:32

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Hal Cruttenden: Divorce blew my mind- it hits harder than losing parents 1:04:43

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Before he became one of the most recognisable storytellers on the comedy circuit, Hal Cruttenden was a shy kid from West London who spent years trying to be what he thought others wanted him to be. He trained as an actor, chased approval, and tried to outrun a gnawing sense that something in his life was not quite aligned. It took heartbreak, thera…

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250: Pen to Paper 28:48

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The Analog Advantage: Why We Should All Carry a Notebook Nole flies solo this week to discuss a personal habit he started for simplicity that turned out to have powerful scientific backing: carrying a paper notebook and pen. Frustrated with missed notifications and the constant need to pull out his phone for reminders, Nole made the switch to analo…

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LADYBEARD IS BACK!! (ft. Ladybeard) | Trash Taste #283 2:18:17

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Stephen Mangan: When Mum died, I knew I couldn’t waste life being a lawyer- I had to act 1:00:18

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Before he became one of Britain’s most familiar faces, Stephen Mangan was a bookish North London boy from an Irish working-class family- the son of a builder and a barmaid- who won a scholarship to a boarding school his parents didn’t want him to attend. From there to Cambridge, to RADA, and to the West End, his path looks polished. But behind it l…

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249: It's Not for Those Who Need It, It's for Those Who Want It 22:56

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Nole is missing in action (at the firehouse!), so Kevin steps up to the mic for a powerful solo episode. Fresh off the high of the Fire Up Program's Class 14, Kevin shares an immediate and personal debrief of the weekend. He discusses why it's so difficult—and so necessary—for first responders to take a "tactical pause" away from both work and fami…

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Harry Thorpe & CAUKIN: Co‑Production & Architecture for Social Change 34:28

16d ago34:28

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Send us a text What if a classroom could seed a local business, reshape gender norms on site, and stand strong through a category‑five cyclone? We sit down with CAUKIN co‑founder Harry Thorpe to unpack architecture’s role in driving education, gender equity, and climate resilience, tracing a bold path from student initiative to 60+ transformative p…

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We Hosted an Anime Battle Tournament | Trash Taste #282 1:40:17

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So Here's To Those Great Protestant Men, With Fergus Whelan 54:07

14d ago54:07

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Mickey Moran sits down with author, historian, republican and trade unionist, Fergus Whelan, to discuss the origins of Irish Republicanism, while also appraising those great Protestant men who were instrumental in its foundation.By Éirígí For A New Republic

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Toby Jones: I never wanted to feel desperate about acting 1:04:28

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From Truman Capote to Mr Bates, Toby Jones has built a career on disappearing- an actor whose transformations are so complete they can seem alchemical. But behind that versatility lies a story of inheritance, self-doubt and quiet rebellion. The son of two actors, Toby grew up watching his father’s unpredictable career and vowing never to feel so ex…

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Play might save your life! 1:09:24

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What happens when a man decides to fight depression with play? You get Robert Manolson, founder of Powerful Play Experiences, and one of Canada’s most inspiring advocates for mental wellness in the workplace. His sessions spark joy, ease the spirit, and reconnect teams with their inner child — the one we often leave behind. After years of battling …

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248: Silence is Painful. 17:54

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We live in a world of constant consumption, where every spare second is filled with music, podcasts, social media, or videos. In this solo episode, Nole explores the vital and uncomfortable practice of being alone with our thoughts. He shares insights from a Harvard professor's video on the power of "boredom" to unlock creativity, introspection, an…

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Sitting Down With Final Fantasy Head Localizer (ft. Michael-Christopher Koji Fox) | Trash Taste #281 1:58:38

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John Lloyd: Blackadder, Spitting Image, QI and a life in search of meaning 1:03:46

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As the creative mind behind Blackadder, Spitting Image, Not the Nine O’Clock News and QI, John Lloyd has quietly shaped British comedy for more than forty years. In this episode of Full Disclosure, he sits down with James O’Brien to look back on the work that defined his career-and the questions that have driven him ever since. Lloyd reflects on hi…

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247: Perception, Integrity, & Hiding the Mop. 1:00:35

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What's your motivation? In the firehouse, there are a million "unwritten rules." From leaving "veto in the toilet" to making sure there's "water on the ground" after washing the rig, many tasks are done simply to prove they were done. In this episode, Nole and Kevin dive deep into this unique aspect of firehouse culture, exploring the line between …

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We Watched the Worst Movie of All Time | Trash Taste #280 2:01:32

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Jimmy Wales: The man who built Wikipedia 1:05:34

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Long before it became one of the most visited websites on Earth, Wikipedia began as a radical idea from a curious boy in Huntsville, Alabama. Raised by a father who managed a grocery store and a mother and grandmother who ran a tiny, Montessori-inspired school where “each one teach one” was the guiding principle, Wales grew up surrounded by early c…

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246: Pressing Forward with Randy Rozzell. 1:26:11

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Randy Rozzell—22-year Navy SEAL veteran, former firefighter, and tactical combatives instructor—is back on the show! Since his last appearance on episode 219, Randy has written a powerful book called "Pressing Forward," a story of resilience that goes far beyond the battlefield. In this conversation, we dive deep into the lessons from his book and …

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The Boys Go to Portugal | Trash Taste #279 1:27:30

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Charles Dance: From builder’s labourer with a stammer to Tywin Lannister 58:58

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Before he was Tywin Lannister in Game of Thrones or the commanding presence of The Jewel in the Crown, Charles Dance was a boy from Worcestershire whose father died when he was three and whose mother built a new life for the family, remarried to their lodger. A childhood marked by loss, a stammer and humble beginnings gave little hint of the comman…

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245: Safety Second with Jim Stitzinger 1:10:45

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In this thought-provoking episode, Nole and Kevin welcome their good friend, Pastor Jim Stitzinger, back to the show. They dive deep into a powerful concept from an article Jim wrote: Safety Second. This idea presents a revolutionary paradigm shift, challenging the common prayer to "keep us safe." Jim argues that when we make personal safety our ul…

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We Rated Your Most Unpopular Opinions | Trash Taste #278 2:02:14

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Alexander Armstrong: My default setting is fear- I expect the worst of people 53:58

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Before Pointless, Classic FM and comedy stardom, Alexander Armstrong was a restless kid growing up in rural Northumberland- lonely at boarding school, obsessed with music, and quietly desperate to perform. In this revealing conversation with James O’Brien, he opens up about the bruises and eccentricities of his childhood, the teachers who changed e…

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244: The 4 Phases of Fatherhood 14:22

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In this solo episode, Kevin takes the helm while Nole is away and dives deep into a powerful framework for fatherhood from Jim Ramos of Men in the Arena. Whether you're a new dad or a seasoned grandfather, this episode provides a gut-check on where you are and where you're headed. Kevin breaks down the four distinct phases—Father Fidelis, Father Fi…

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"We Were Born in the Wrong Generation" | Trash Taste #277 2:13:25

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Jack Thorne: “I was allergic to moving - the doctor said, ‘This might be forever.’” 1:06:24

2M ago1:06:24

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Growing up in Bristol, acclaimed playwright and screenwriter Jack Thorne was a shy, politically driven kid who believed he could change the world- first through politics, then acting, before discovering that storytelling was where his voice truly belonged. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O’Brien sits down with the Emmy and BAFTA-winning c…

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Get comfortable being uncomfortable! 54:17

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243: Rick Cook: On Faith, Family, and Fatherhood 1:22:43

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In this powerful and personal episode, Kevin sits down with 20-year LA County Fire veteran, Captain Rick Cook. Kevin and Rick dive deep into what it truly means to be a "good dude"—a man whose character is defined not by his job title, but by his role as a husband and father. Rick shares profound wisdom from his 27-year marriage, the challenges and…

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Cor Hutton: The Quadruple Amputee Who Found Her Feet 51:59

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In 2013, businesswoman and mum Cor Hutton was given just a five percent chance of survival after contracting pneumonia that developed into sepsis. She pulled through, but lost both hands and her legs below the knee. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O’Brien speaks to Cor about her extraordinary journey- from relearning how to live as a quad…

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This Anime Shouldn't be Allowed on TV | Trash Taste #276 1:55:55

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Jamie Oliver: “I’d gone from being skint to having a lot of money, I felt like a fake.” 1:03:22

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Before he became one of the world’s best-known chefs, Jamie Oliver was a dyslexic kid growing up in his parents’ pub in rural Essex, learning the value of hard work, fresh food, and family. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O’Brien sits down with Jamie to trace his journey from peeling veg at his parents’ pub to fronting The Naked Chef, res…

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410 - Scott Vasterling of Humboldt Family Farms 39:27

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Join us for the Season 4 finale of the Cannabiz Conversations Podcast, where host John sits down with Scott Vasterling from Humboldt Family Farms. In this episode, Scott shares his incredible journey from a casual cannabis consumer in San Diego to a passionate advocate for sun-grown cannabis in Humboldt County. Discover how Scott's love for surfing…

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242: The Five-Year Interview with Kevin 52:54

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After a three-week hiatus, Kevin is back in the co-host chair! In honor of his return and the podcast's five-year anniversary, Nole turns the tables and interviews Kevin as if he were a guest on the show. The guys kick things off with personal updates, including Nole's restorative trip to Hume Lake and his journey of finding a new church for his fa…

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BÂAN HITS THEATERS | Trash Taste #275 1:56:26

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Leo Varadkar: Former Prime Minister of Ireland on Power and Letting Go 1:05:21

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Before becoming Ireland’s youngest Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar was a Dublin GP with bold ambitions and a belief that politics could be a kind of medicine for society. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O’Brien sits down with the former Prime Minister to explore his extraordinary rise from a mixed-heritage childhood in 1980s Ireland, to leading h…

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409 - Will Read - Founder & CEO, CannaPlanners 41:11

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Welcome to Season 4 of the Cannabiz Conversation! In this episode, we dive deep into the intersection of the cannabis and automotive industries with our special guest, Will Read, CEO of Canna Planners. Join us as we explore Will's origin story, his first encounters with cannabis, and how his experiences shaped the mission of Canna Planners. We disc…

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Season 2: From software sales to Ukraine’s front lines — Will Blackburn’s story 53:54

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When Russia invaded Ukraine, Will Blackburn was selling software in Poland. Within 24 hours, refugees were arriving in his town — and his life was changed forever. Trading his sales kit for his old Army Reserve gear, Will began sourcing medical supplies and driving convoys into the Donbas. Now, in his book The War Next Door: My Journeys into Ukrain…

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241: Why Did It Hurt So Much? Reaction to the Charlie Kirk Assassination, Featuring Jeff Lilley. 1:17:38

2M ago1:17:38

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In this powerful and reflective episode, Nole sits down with his father, Jeff Lilley, to process their deep, visceral reactions to the assassination of Charlie Kirk. They explore why this event stirred up such strong emotions for so many. The conversation delves into the complex emotions of anger, grief, and the desire for justice, while also exami…

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CHINA | Trash Taste #274 1:58:37

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Dr Richard Shepherd: Lessons from 23,000 Postmortems- including Hungerford, Hillsborough and Princess Diana 1:01:49

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Britain’s leading forensic pathologist Dr Richard Shepherd has performed over 23,000 postmortems and given evidence in some of the most high-profile cases of our time, from Hungerford to Hillsborough, from Princess Diana to David Kelly. But his fascination with death began much earlier, when his mother died suddenly from heart disease and he was le…

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408 - Brendon McKee - COO of Silver Therapeutics 37:16

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Welcome to Season 4 of the Cannabiz Conversation! In this episode, host Sean sits down with Brendan McKee, COO of Silver Therapeutics, to discuss his journey in the cannabis industry, starting from his early experiences with the plant at just 12 years old to running a multi-state operation. Brendan shares insights into the challenges and triumphs o…

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240: Distracted in Alaska 15:29

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In this short solo episode, Nole shares a powerful reflection from a recent, life-changing trip to Alaska with his wife. Hosted by Samaritan's Purse and Firefighters for Christ, the retreat was meant to honor families impacted by major fires. But amidst the stunning landscapes of Mystic Lake Lodge, Nole found himself overwhelmed by a profound sense…

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We Played Truth or Drink | Trash Taste #273 2:05:38

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Arabella Weir: At nine my mum said, “I can’t bear the sight of you” 1:00:56

3M ago1:00:56

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Actor, comedian and bestselling author Arabella Weir grew up in a family that prized intellect and appearances but struggled to offer love. In this episode of Full Disclosure, she tells James O’Brien how an unsettled childhood shaped her fearless streak, her need to perform, and her instinct to turn pain into comedy. From the brutal remarks of her …

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407 - Darren Gleeman - Managing Partner, MBO Ventures 37:01

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Welcome to Season 4 of The Cannabiz Conversation! In this episode, we sit down with Darren Gleeman, the Cannabis ESOP Architect and managing partner at MBO Ventures. Join us as we dive deep into the world of Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) and how they can revolutionize the cannabis industry. Darren shares his unique journey from running a h…

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239: The Day I Couldn't Be There 20:45

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In this deeply personal solo episode, Nole shares the recent, difficult experience of saying goodbye to his beloved family cat, Finn. An unexpected work call-up prevents Nole from being there, forcing him to rely on his wife, Heather, and his son, North, to handle the heart-wrenching task. This event becomes a powerful catalyst for reflection on a …

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This is Why Japan Feels So Anime | Trash Taste #272 1:55:24

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Season 2 : Mike Francis - Tattoo Artist Survivor! 1:01:00

3M ago1:01:00

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Think you’ve heard it all? Mike Francis will make you think again. From a brutal childhood marked by abuse and survival, to becoming a husband, father, and respected tattoo artist, Mike’s story is raw, unfiltered, and unforgettable. Today, through his work at MFT Tattoos, he uncovers the myths, humour, and deep truths behind body modification — and…