I’ve sadly never been heralded for my fashion sense but one man who definitely has, is David Gandy. He’s one of the most successful international male models, standing out in an industry where very few men have reached his level of fame and house-hold recognition.

David didn’t plan on becoming a model. In fact, it all started when a friend secretly entered him into a modelling competition on ITV’s ‘This Morning'. He ended up winning and his life changed almost overnight. From there, he became the face of exclusive designers Dolce & Gabbana, famously fronting their hugely successful D&G Light Blue fragrance campaign. I was so excited to have him on the pod and speak about his career, life after modelling and of course, find out if he's ever been approached for a movie (answer - he has and you won't believe the role he turned down...!)

We cover:

•⁠ ⁠Working in a female-dominated industry with some of the most iconic supermodels of all time

•⁠ ⁠Toxic masculinity and advocating for the ‘Lost Boys’ who are getting sucked in

•⁠ ⁠Overcoming shyness and being an introvert in the public eye

•⁠ ⁠Facing up to making mistakes and looking at our insecurities

•⁠ ⁠David’s venture into growing his own brand, WellWear

•⁠ ⁠And of course, some wild after-party stories!

This conversation was a reminder of the value of pushing yourself out of your comfort zone - you never know where it will take you…

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THE CREDITS

Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone

Editor: Dan King

Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza

Video: Jake Ji

Social Media: Laura Coughlan

Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot

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TW: This episode contains discussion of suicide

I’ve know Ashley Roberts for a long time - she’s someone who lights up whatever room she walks into, but the thing that always strikes me about her, is that she’s lived a tough life and yet still has this sunny disposition. I was really excited to have her come onto the pod and she did not disappoint - laughs, tears and everything in between…

We cover:

• The brutal reality of being in the pussycat dolls
• How she honours her dad’s memory after losing him to suicide
• Being the break in the cycle of family trauma
• The power of breathwork to calm her anxiety
• Deciding to be child-free
• Our experience on Strictly Come Dancing (and whether we still watch our dances back with a glass of wine)

This conversation was brimming with energy and emotion - Ashley is proof of how opening yourself to your own vulnerabilities can lead to a richer life - rich in sadness, rich in joy and rich in laughter too.

You can buy Ashley’s book on Breathwork here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breathwork-Techniques-better-emotional-physical/dp/1785124625

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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk

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THE CREDITS

Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone

Editor: Dan King

Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza

Video: Jake Ji

Social Media: Laura Coughlan

Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a first for me - a part 2. If you haven’t heard my first interview with Riordan Maynard, the businessman who got sent to maximum security prison in the US for 6 years, go back and listen now! The reaction from that first episode was astonishing so we simply had to get him back in to answer all those burning questions you all had sent in…

We talk about the lasting impact of prison on his confidence, his identity, and most of all, his family. And of course, dive into the ins and outs of what prison in the states is really like.

We cover:

•⁠ ⁠The PTSD he now lives with after leaving jail

•⁠ ⁠The unexpected friendships (and business offers) he made in prison (including an offer to be the European Cocaine King!!)

•⁠ ⁠Mental resilience he developed inside

•⁠ ⁠The impact of his time away on his kids and wife

•⁠ ⁠How he’s rebuilding his life now

This is a conversation about second chances and what it really takes to rebuild your life after everything has fallen apart. I admire Riordan’s honesty and sheer resilience more than ever - and I think you’ll understand why.

If you're interested in finding out more about Riordan's work, you can head to https://www.mindfort.co/

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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk

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THE CREDITS

Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone

Producer: Helen Burke

Editor: Dan King

Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza

Video: Jake Ji

Social Media: Laura Coughlan

Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I’ve loved watching the F1 on a Sunday afternoon since I was a kid - the cars, the glamour, the spraying everyone in champagne on the podium - it’s iconic. It’s a sport that’s known for its opulence and, despite being a gender mixed sport, it’s always been a male dominated space, but things are finally starting to change…

Bianca Bustamante is a 20 year old driver from the Philippines. Her family sacrificed everything to get her to where she is today: her story is one of determination and perseverance. I was absolutely delighted to have her come join me in the studio to talk about her journey but also nerd-out about F1.

We cover:

•⁠ ⁠The physical training needed to be a race car driver

•⁠ ⁠Being a woman in a male dominated sport

•⁠ ⁠The impact of humble beginnings in Formula 1

•⁠ ⁠Embracing and overcoming the fear of failure

•⁠ ⁠How not to relate your self worth to your career

This conversation illuminated what a crazy world Formula 1 can be but also how a positive approach to life can be such a game-changer to success.

If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us

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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk

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THE CREDITS

Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone

Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister

Editor: Dan King

Assistant Producer: Gurlina Heer + Emily D'Souza

Video: Jake Ji

Social Media: Laura Coughlan

Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aitch - or as he’s known to his mother, Harrison James Armstrong, is a Manchester born rapper, who’s known for his cheeky personality and insane freestyle talent. He hasn’t released music for a while, but he’s back with his new album, ‘4’, so I was excited to have him in the studio to find out about what he’s been up to in that break, and the reason he took it…

We cover:

•⁠ ⁠The impact of becoming an adult in the limelight

•⁠ ⁠The changing landscape of the music industry

•⁠ ⁠The difference between Aitch and Harrison

•⁠ ⁠Getting into fights

•⁠ ⁠The pressure that comes with new releases

•⁠ ⁠Aitch’s recent trek up Mount Kilimanjaro to raise money and awareness for Down syndrome Association

This conversation was really heartwarming, especially hearing Aitch open up about his special relationship with his sister, and how she keeps him grounded despite his huge successes!

You can find more about Aitch's new album, '4', here: https://aitch.orch.stream/aitch-4

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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk

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THE CREDITS

Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone

Assistant Producer: Gurlina Heer + Emily D'Souza

Video: Jake Ji & Ryley Kirby

Social Media: Laura Coughlan

Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you haven’t already heard… I’m going to be a dad! Becoming a parent is a topic I’ve discussed on the podcast before, but now it’s really happening, we thought we’d do a bit more of a personal episode of the show this week, so I sat down with my producer, Jemima, to talk about how I’m really feeling about becoming a dad.

This is a really personal episode because I also invite my own dad, Nick Laing, onto the pod - his first ever appearance - to ask for advice and reflect on our relationship.

We cover:

•⁠ ⁠Navigating my anxiety about becoming a father

•⁠ ⁠Dad talks about me being a nightmare child

•⁠ ⁠How I became more present with family after my early 20s

•⁠ ⁠Making the most of our time before the baby arrives and life changes forever!

•⁠ ⁠The type of dad I aspire to be

I found this conversation deeply moving: having the opportunity to open up with my dad, hear his advice and perspective was so comforting. I am so blessed to have a dad like mine, and it was a reminder to cherish time with the people you love.

You can also follow us

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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk

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THE CREDITS

Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone

Producer: Helen Burke

Video: Jake Ji & Ryley Kirby

Social Media: Laura Coughlan

Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yung Pueblo rose to prominence as a writer known for his deeply reflective thoughts on self-awareness, relationships, and personal transformation - shared widely through his quotes on social media. What began in 2012 as a private outlet soon evolved into a global platform. By 2014, his introspective musings were resonating with millions seeking clarity, healing, and inner growth.

We cover:

•⁠ ⁠Advice for anyone currently facing emotional pain, uncertainty, or major life transitions

•⁠ ⁠His personal philosophy on love, navigating relationships

•⁠ ⁠The transformative role meditation has played in his life

•⁠ ⁠His reckless lifestyle that led to a heart attack that changed his life

•⁠ ⁠The guilt he felt towards his parents and how he reconnected with his father

•⁠ ⁠The Great American Poverty Trap he was brought up in

This conversation is a powerful reminder of how malleable we are as human beings—and that no matter where we start, we each have the ability to change the trajectory of our own lives.

You can also follow us on Instagram and Tiktok @greatcompanypodcast and if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk

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THE CREDITS

Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone

Assistant Producer: Gurlina Heer

Editor: Dan King

Video: Jake Ji & Ryley Kirby

Social Media: Laura Coughlan

Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

During my ultra marathon challenge, one song that kept me going. As I ran, walked and wept from London to Salford, Stargazing by Myles Smith was on repeat. Even when I hit breaking point, that song carried me through and ever since, I’ve been desperate to sit down with Myles. With his calendar booked until 2027, I feel incredibly lucky we finally made it happen…

Myles Smith is an incredible musician and songwriter. In just two years, he’s gone from posting songs on TikTok to racking up 25 million streams in a single month, touring with Ed Sheeran and winning the Rising Star BRIT Award. His breakout single, Stargazing, has been streamed over a billion times and was the best-selling British song of 2024.

But what struck me most about Myles isn’t just his talent, it’s his honesty. He’s experienced pain, heartbreak and at times, has really struggled to fit in. Yet, he’s overcome those challenges to become a musician whose music brings positivity and hope to everyone who hears it. We cover:

•⁠ ⁠His first heartbreak aged 11, when his dad walked out

•⁠ ⁠The racism he’s experienced as an artist for the music he releases

•⁠ ⁠How Ed Sheeran gave him the confidence to release his most personal music

This conversation is a reminder that vulnerability is a strength and that by embracing who we truly are, we create space for others to do the same.

You can also follow us on Instagram and Tiktok @greatcompanypodcast and if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk

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THE CREDITS

Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone

Assistant Producer: Gurlina Heer

Editor: Dan King

Video: Jake Ji & Ryley Kirby

Social Media: Laura Coughlan

Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.