2 P's In A Pod - The Positivity Podcast: Recent Episodes
2 P's In A Pod
We’re currently living in a time where there’s seemingly a lot of negativity; on the news, social media. So we’re here to show that’s not the case! We’ll find great things happening around the world and to celebrate positive news, rather than make it a token piece at the end of a news bulletin. We’ll be talking to each other, as well as guests, and see how they’re celebrating positivity. This won’t be preachy, it won’t be political; our plan is to be positive and hopefully have a good laugh along the way. His name's Kez P. And his name's Ben P. And this is 2 P's In A Pod.
This week we catch up with Kez P, he's back!
Plus we talk about our summer break. Ben P is going away on a UK tour, and Kez P is super busy too, so we've taken the decision to take a break over the summer. Just remember guys WE WILL BE BACK this is only the end of season 1!
This we talk to James Baskerville, one of the meditation teachers over at the Kadampa Meditation Centre in Kent. We talk about the benefits of meditation, what it's like at the Kadampa Meditation Centre and he leads us in an amazing meditation.
Show Links
- Kadampa Meditation Centre https://meditateinkent.com/
- Kadampa Meditation Instagram https://www.instagram.com/meditateinkent/
- 100 Miles In May Challenge www.gofundme.com/f/100milesinmaychallenge
This week we talk to Sophie, a member of the Porchlight charity, who we are raising money for with our 100 Miles In May challenge.
We talk about the amazing positive work they do, the services the provide and how far your donations can really go.
Show Links
- Porchlight - https://www.porchlight.org.uk/
- Porchlight Socials - @porchlight1974
- Volunteer - volunteer@porchlight.org.uk
- Jack Peilow Photography Walks https://bio.site/XbjFSc
This week we chat to an amazing studio engineer and producer Oz Craggs, who's previous clients include Mallory Knox, Neck Deep and his own band Feed The Rhino.
We talk about his experiences as an engineer and a producer as well as the highlights of playing in Feed The Rhino.
We've also got an update for you for our 100 Miles In May Challenge. Click below to donate to this fantastic cause for this challenge Porchlight.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/100milesinmaychallenge
Show Links
- Hidden Track Studios Website
- Oz Craggs Instagram
- Hidden Track Studios Facebook
- Porchlight Charity
This week we talk about our next fitness challenge for charity. Thats right we're gonna be cycling 100 miles in the month of May!
We'll send out a gofundme page with donation links soon. In the meantime wish us luck. The challenge has BEGUN!
This week we chat to Emily from We Are Here Coffee. We talk about their uncomplicated approach to coffee, keeping it simple for coffee newbs and nerds alike, with their 3 coffees called "This One" "That One" and "The Other One".
We talk about working with charities, improving the relationships with famers and how a sad story of a tuk tuk turned into a positive one.
And don't forget if you decide to subscribe to their awesome coffee use code FIRSTBAGFREE to get your first bag free!
Show Links
- We Are Here Coffee https://www.weareherecoffee.com/
- We Are Here Instagram https://www.instagram.com/weareherecoffee/
This week we chat to yoga instructor, SUP (Stand Up Paddle-board) extraordinaire and founder of Fin & Flow; India Pearson.
We talk about her journey to the coast and rekindling a love of being in the ocean. We talk about the amazing work shes been doing cleaning up the waterways and coastal areas. Brining like minded people together and her podcast Start A Ripple.
A really amazing chat with someone really inspiring. Not to be missed.
Show Links
- India Instagram https://www.instagram.com/with_india/
- Fin and Flow Instagram https://www.instagram.com/finandflow/
- Fin And Flow http://www.finandflow.co.uk/
- Litter Pick Paddle Trip Film https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-ZN_ZsUwkg
WE ARE 1 YEARS OLD!
We cannot believe that we've turned 1 years old; we've done so much, spoken to so many cool people, spread all of the good news...and we're only getting started.
We've had previous guests send in birthday wishes too.
Thanks so much everyone for your continued love and support. Peas and love everyone!
Here's to many more episodes to come.
This week we chat to musical director and choir leader of the Christchurch Gospel Choir Vince Peilow, also known as Ben P's dad!
This week talk about his story with gospel music, the videos of the choir coming together online and raising money for charities along the way, performing in incredible venues and breaking world records. Check out their performances in our show links to get a sample of the good feeling gospel!
Show Links
- CCGC Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CanterburyCCGC/
- CCGC Instagram https://www.instagram.com/christchurchgospel/?hl=en
- CCGC Twitter https://twitter.com/CCGospelChoir?s=20
- CCGC Performance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sc30OdKyvCI
This week Ben goes at it alone for a mini bitesize episode. Just a round up of some good news from around the world including how you can save the planet by peeing in the shower....that's right...Listen now and find out more.
This week we chat to the entertainment triple threat that is David Ribi. Theatre performer, musician and Channel 5's Milkshake TV presenter. We talk about the incredible duets that he's been doing with amazing performers that are well worth watching (link in show links below). We also talk about how his first theatre role being the lead role on a tour and the west end and his ever growing list of creative projects.
Show Links
- David Ribi Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ribsy87/?hl=en
- Duet Video : Don't You Worry Bout A Thing https://www.instagram.com/tv/CH51S0dFB5k/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
This week we chat to singer/songwriter Sarah Howells aka Bryde. We talk about releasing an album in the height of last years lockdown, filming a one shot music video last summer, zoom gigging and her new single that was release this week.
We talk about the devastating news dominating the headlines this week; The tragic story of Sarah Everard and we've also got our regular bout of good news stories from the week too.
Show Links
- Bryde Website http://www.brydemusic.com/
- Bryde Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/0N8tTwUhQQD75uLOyqhfVU?si=8Ny5kh9VQaCW00-_u2CtMg
- Jess Phillips Interview https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-56392007
This week we chat to compere and comedian Maff Brown. We talk about his amazing story from his time as a footballer and coaching, to becoming a stand up comedian. We talk about his star studded comedy club in Kingston called Outside The Box and his time working on TV jumping in last minute on Mock The Week.
His stories are amazing and well worth a listen. Not to be missed.
Show Links
- Maff Brown Instagram https://www.instagram.com/maffbrown/?hl=en-gb
- Outside The Box Comedy Club Instagram https://www.instagram.com/otbcomedy/?hl=en-gb
- Outside The Box Comedy Club https://www.outsidetheboxcomedy.co.uk/
This week we chat to Jonny Garrett, author and founder of The Craft Beer Channel. We talk about his beginnings working with chef Jamie Oliver, his love for craft beer and how the craft beer community brings people together.
Kez has a great nerd out talking about hops and yeast, and Ben, who knows nothing about craft beer, learns a lot too.
Show Links
- Craft Beer Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/TheCraftBeerChannel/featured
- Craft Beer Patreon https://www.patreon.com/craftbeerchannel
- Jonny Garrett Blog https://www.goodbeerhunting.com/home
- Jonny Garrett Twitter https://twitter.com/JonnyGarrett?s=20
This week we have a special guest indeed. We chat to Deborah Haylett of Cafe Revival which is a local mental health social enterprise set up by MIND in Bexley and work in support of East Kent Mind based in our little town in Whitstable.
They have recently been told with minimal warning that they are being evicted from their space, removing an absolute pillar of our community. So we here at 2 P's In A Pod, we wanted to showcase all the positive things they are doing and how they help to look after so many people. Our hope is that you, our listeners, can help support Cafe Revival by helping to campaign and keep this amazing cafe in the community where it belongs.
Finally we decided as this episode is dedicated to our local community, that we should have some local good news too.
Show Links
- Cafe Revival Website https://www.revivalkent.co.uk/
- Cafe Revival Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/caferevivalatthehorsebridge
This week we chat to comedian and host of the Insane In The Men Brain podcast; Rich Wilson.
We talk about his podcast, his love for music and open up for an honest and real chat about mental health. A really special chat.
Show Links
- Rich Wilson Instagram @iamrichwilson
- Rich Wilson Twitter @IAmRichWilson
- Insane In The Men Brain Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/5LU4FUIrvP6MvbBumoKyMF
- Insane In The Men Brain Patreon https://www.patreon.com/menbrainpodcast
This week we talk to Sean, James (Bob), Ryan and Stixx AKA the post- hardcore Welsh band Raiders. As fans of Sean and James previous band The Blackout, and now fans of Raiders, we were both really excited about this one.
We chat about missing live gigs, their creative process, and playing a gig on pool tables! Such a funny chat and not to be missed.
Show Links
- Raiders https://raidersbanduk.bandcamp.com/
- Raiders Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/1eqkRqlaQP07LMw1IXRyqD?si=gRgQ804XRzqWOVX92tKohQ
- Raiders Instagram https://www.instagram.com/raidersbanduk/
- Sappenin Podcast https://www.patreon.com/Sappenin
- Stixx Drum Videos https://www.instagram.com/stixx1985/
This week we chat to Joshua Seigal. A highly acclaimed, award-winning professional poet, performer and educator who uses poetry to develop literacy skills and inspire confidence and creativity in communication.
We talk about his creative process, educating online and Joshua and Kez start a new segment of a "Poetry Exchange".
Show Links
- Joshua Siegal https://www.joshuaseigal.co.uk/
- Joshua Seigal Blog http://joshuaseigalpoet.blogspot.com/
- Joshua Seigal Twitter https://twitter.com/joshuaseigal?s=20
This week, in the month of clean slates, of New Year New Me, we are very privileged to have spoken to Toni Vernelli from the Veganuary team. Veganuary is a nonprofit organisation that promotes and educates about veganism by encouraging people to follow a vegan lifestyle for the month of January.
We talk about its growing success, the benefits of leading a plant based lifestyle and how to diversify our diets whilst being kind to the planet at the same time.
Show Links
- Veganuary https://veganuary.com/
- Veganuary Instagram https://www.instagram.com/weareveganuary/
- Rob Sparks Weight Loss Journey https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/19022852.meet-somerset-man-shed-16-stone-completed-marathon/
This week we have a chat with Tatton Spiller of Simple Politics who online is helping the UK have better conversations about politics. Better informed and more tolerant.
Show Links
- Simple Politics https://www.simplepolitics.co.uk/
- Simple Politics Instagram @simplepolitics
- Simple US Politics https://www.facebook.com/SimplePoliticsUS/
- Simple Politics Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/simple-politics-podcast/id1398292862
- Simple Politics Education Resources https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/SimplePolitics?utm_campaign=skedlink&utm_medium=button&utm_source=skedlink
This week we talk about new years resolution; how to help stick to them, a few positive ideas to get you started and how to achieve a great end result.
We then talk about little challenge/resolution of a social media detox. How its making us feel and the benefits of scrolling through your feeds.
Show Links
- Matt D'Avella Youtube https://www.youtube.com/user/blackboxfilmcompany
- Social Media Detox Tips https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/g30681374/social-media-detox-tips/
We. Are. Back.
Happy New Years guys. We've missed you all and its great to be back bringing you all things positive.
This week we have a little catch up about what we've missed over the last few weeks and a round up of recent news as a breakdown of good news stories from 2020.
We've got some great guest lined up for this year we can't wait to share some new content with you and hope you guys have a positive and prosperous 2021! It's good to be back.
This week you may recognise our guest from Mock The Week and for his one liner comedy style, this week we talk to to the exceptional one liner comedian; Mark Simmons!
We talk about his comedy style, his own podcast, nerding out over jokes and Kez tries out a few puns of his own.
This will be our last episode of the year before coming back in January 2021 so we'll be back real soon.
Merry Christmas Everyone. Peas and Love. x
Show Links
- Jokes With Mark Simmons Podcast on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/jokes-with-mark-simmons/id1455723980
- Mark Simmons http://marksimmons.co.uk/
- Mark Simmons Social Media https://www.instagram.com/jokeswithmark/
This week Kez goes it alone. But not without some help from a very festive guest. Kez is also helped by many of the show's previous guests and friends who called in with their good news stories from around the world and close to home as well.
As always Peas and Love.
www.2ppodcast.com
This week we speak to the incredible singer songwriter Tom Williams. We talk about how he's been coping through lockdown with his unintentional regular live gigs known as "Morning Coffee" and "Wednesday Whiskey", recording an album in lockdown and some really amazing touring memories.
Of course your regular round-up of good news from around the world.
Show Links
- Tom Williams https://tomwilliamsmusic.net/
- Tom Williams Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/339HdpDXHwU8h6Wfa1AKCw?si=-zPlW1ApQrOvWGNso7wRtA
- Tom Willams Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tomwilliamsmusicuk
This week we take a look at the British institution that is Children In Need. We chat about its past and present as well as some charities that benefit from the amazing fundraising efforts it achieves.
We've also got our weekly good news as well as this weeks recommendations.
Show Links
- Lifers Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/7CyImzWOPa42cTn9u5BgdT
- Lockdown Parenting Hell Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/1Zuurv8AZFWti60lSXiDgz
- They Shall Not Grow Old https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7905466/
This week we speak to online gaming streamer Dan "Chartang" Weller. We speak about why gaming brings him so much positivity as well as how he did on his 24 hour live streams raising money for fantastic causes along the way.
And as always your weekly bout of good news!
Show Links
- Chartang Facebook Stream https://www.facebook.com/gaming/chartanglive
- Chartang Youtube https://www.youtube.com/user/CharTang360
This week we speak in person for the last time in a little while as we enter Englands second lockdown. We talk about our thoughts and feelings as well as what we have learned from the first lockdown earlier this year.
Next week we bring about a new guest and Kez P will be back on the phone.
This week we talk about the benefits of getting up early. How it can help your productivity, your mood and you mental health for the better. Don't get us wrong it's great to have that cosy lie in, but theres so many positive aspects to getting up that little bit earlier now and again.
Show Links
- Spotify https://spoti.fi/31hxCR8
- Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/2BayLPO
- Google Podcasts https://bit.ly/3fYirk2
Our weeks haven't aligned this week. But we wanted episode 30 to be a big one to celebrate. So this week, to ensure you're not without your 2P dosage each week, we've made a mini bonus episode of the good news of the week!
We'll be back next week! Peas and Love! x
This week we talk about some tips and tricks to help your mental wellbeing after National Mental Health Day on Saturday. Even doing one or two of these things can massively help your mental health.
We got our research this week from The Mental Health Foundation and Mind, for more information go to the links below to get some more info on the topics we speak about in this episode:
- Mind https://www.mind.org.uk/
- The Mental Health Foundation https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/
This week we take a look at positive affirmations. How to tackle your daily, weekly, monthly or yearly goals. You can do this!
We also announce our next big challenge for spring 2021. We're looking at charities to raise money for so if you have any in mind let us know in the usual way on our socials.
Instagram - @2PPodcast
Twitter - @2PPodcast
Facebook - facebook.com/2ppod
Web - www.2ppodcast.com
Email - hello@2ppodcast.com
This week, after last weeks chat about gratitude, we did our own gratitude journal. We talk about what we've been grateful for and how we feel about journalling moving forward.
Have you been journalling this week?
Let us know on our socials.
Twitter - @2ppodcast
Instagram - @2ppodcast
Facebook - facebook.com/2ppod
Web - www.2ppodcast.com
This week we talk about practicing gratitude, how to incorporate it more into your life as well as some prompts and ideas to get you started on your very own gratitude journal.
Also, our very Kez P is back from his holidays and moving house. We missed you buddy.
Show Links
- Chris Hemsworth Positive Words https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ad_Oe-DJGJQ
- The Fall https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Fall_(TV_series)
- The Boys https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Boys_(2019_TV_series)
This week we put the word out for good news that you've found. So we share some of your good news stories as well as our own. Send some more our way it was lovely hearing from you.
We also break down our theme tune for you.
Show Links
Nandi Bushell Drum Off with Dave Grohl https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZBQW2gE0Ew
For the next few weeks Kez is away on holiday and will be moving house. So for now you've got Benny P flying solo. Kez does make a little feature though, tune in to see how.
This week we talk about the pressures of social media and some tips on how to combat the negative side of socials to make it a more inspiring and positive experience.
And of course a round of Good News too.
Peas and Love
This week we did our Big Swim Challenge, 1.5km raising money for those affected in Beirut. We're not going to lie it was really really tough!
Thank you so much again for all of your continued and incredible support. Please don't forget you can donate at bit.ly/thebigswim2020
Get In Touch In The Usual Way:
Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/2ppod
Instagram - @2ppodcast
Twitter - @2ppodcast
Website - www.2ppodcast.com
This week we have a special treat for you; a bumper good news special featuring positive news from around the world, from bees gaining citizenship in Costa Rica to free smartphones being given to homeless people to help stay connected.
If you have any good news for us get in touch with us in the usual way:
Facebook www.facebook.com/2ppod
Instagram - @2PPodcast
Twitter - @2PPodcast
Website - http://www.2ppodcast.com/
This week we fill you in on the charity that we are raising money for as well as things are going for our big swim.
We also talk about Dyspraxia, something we've both dealt with all of our lives. We look at what it is as well as how we manage it in a positive way.
Show Links
- Beirut Fundraising Page https://bit.ly/thebigswim2020
- Dyspraxia NHS https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/developmental-coordination-disorder-dyspraxia/
- Dyspraxia Foundation https://dyspraxiafoundation.org.uk/?gclid=CjwKCAjw1ej5BRBhEiwAfHyh1FiMpg24eyGzOi1BIiayQ4yg5R7-HtFP5zxpoKwBLG3G3EkfpWvmCBoCgZ4QAvD_BwE
- Biffy Clyro - The Celebration Of Endings https://store.biffyclyro.com/uk
- Rule Of Three https://www.ruleofthreepod.com/
This week we talk about the devastating explosion in Beirut, Lebanon and how we'll be doing our bit to help amid this disaster.
We talk about how feelings now that we've run the furthest we've ever run and our next challenge...the longest sea swim we've ever done.
Show Links
- BBC Breakdown of the events in Beirut https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/business-53712679/beirut-anatomy-of-a-lethal-explosion
This week we talk about the end of our 5km (now 10km) running training.
We also talk about the 4 happy chemicals of the brain, and how to access them throughout the day whenever you need them.
Show Links
- Atomic Habits by James Clear https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits
- Screaming in Iceland https://lookslikeyouneediceland.com/
- 4 Ways To Hack Your Brain Chemicals https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/279717
- Hacking Into Your Happy Chemicals https://mywaffl.com/blog/2016/06/hacking-happy-chemicals/?fbclid=IwAR25btKkcFtNFXBHIvt8gOuMtNmo3BCcTF2PDYKzeQkW-DNVrZrPlR36q-0
- Meet Your Happy Chemicals https://innermammalinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Meet-Your-Happy-Chemicals-Chapter-1.pdf?fbclid=IwAR2JPC6nKP0l3OzbA_cP2vrcFR77_Mf9yzX1mVCf9p6_H6IwC3sm_3DX8qs
This week we talk about taking our 5K challenge one step further and we talk to our guests Chris and Sam from the Downtime Gaming Podcast.
We talk about their love of video games and board games with a few cool recommendations along the way plus a whole lot more.
Show Links
- The Downtime Gaming Website https://www.downtimegaming.co.uk/
- Instagram https://www.instagram.com/downtime_gaming/
- Twitter https://twitter.com/downtime_gaming
- Kingdom Hearts https://www.kingdomhearts.com/3/gb/home/
- Dynasty Warriors http://www.koeitecmoeurope.com/dw9/?lang=eu
- Ticket To Ride https://www.amazon.co.uk/Days-Wonder-7201-Ticket-Ride/dp/0975277324/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1FV1NL14CRO2J&dchild=1&keywords=ticket+to+ride&qid=1595883718&sprefix=ticket+to+%2Caps%2C143&sr=8-2
- Carcassonne https://www.amazon.co.uk/Z-Man-Games-Carcassonne-Board-Game/dp/B00NX627HW/ref=pd_lpo_21_img_0/261-9274273-0969010?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00NX627HW&pd_rd_r=a7ea70ec-0562-407b-8c91-fb0a96607e4d&pd_rd_w=wYivL&pd_rd_wg=cfyFw&pf_rd_p=7b8e3b03-1439-4489-abd4-4a138cf4eca6&pf_rd_r=G3WVY75PFSQC4HZXP6C8&psc=1&refRID=G3WVY75PFSQC4HZXP6C8
- Pandemic https://www.amazon.co.uk/Z-Man-Games-Pandemic-Board-Game/dp/B00A2HD40E/ref=sr_1_2?crid=28FG2T2IVEFZZ&dchild=1&keywords=pandemic+board+game&qid=1595883728&s=kids&sprefix=pand%2Ctoys%2C138&sr=1-2
- Werewolf https://www.amazon.co.uk/Apostrophe-Games-Werewolf-Party-Game/dp/B00ZO1BXG0/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=289O3KXZOFEDO&dchild=1&keywords=werewolf+game&qid=1595883816&s=kids&sprefix=werewolf%2Ctoys%2C416&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExSlQyVUQxUUlZQzkxJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMzc5MTQ0M0VDSFZGUDhPTjU4TiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNjU5Mzk0MUZQSzg0QUNQRUI3RiZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=
This week we speak to a very very special guest indeed. The one and only Dr Ranj!
We talk about his memories of his first ever panto last Christmas in Canterbury, his podcast Steths, Drugs & Rock n Roll and what dip would go best with his veggie sausages! It was one of the funniest interviews we've ever done, this is not to be missed!
Enjoy everyone. Peas and Love.
Show Links
- Steths, Drugs & Rock n Roll on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/44NCFzo7x2goWK4IvCgEed?si=i13ovlXES8WRG8QUV3P8gA
- A Superhero Like You - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Superhero-Like-You-Ranj-Singh/dp/144495900X
Hi all
So our diaries couldn't match up this week, so we're bringing you a bitesize version this week.
Also, next week we have a special mystery guest! Big reveal very soon.
Peas and Love x
This week we talk about a new fitness challenge that we've set ourselves for the next 30 days.
We talk about our thoughts and experiences of lockdown easing.
And Ben P talks about the live music, theatre and events industry and its current situation.
This week we talk about the 25 press-ups over 25 days challenge that we're both doing thats raising awareness for PTSD, Anxiety and Suicide Prevention. So we thought we'd use our little platform to explore the topic further and show you what we've learned.
Show Links
- Flotsomweave - https://www.flotsamweave.co.uk/
- MIND Charity - https://www.mind.org.uk/
- PTSD UK https://www.ptsduk.org/
This week we talk about The Wim Hof Method. We talk about The Iceman himself, his achievements, as well as the cold exposure, the breathing techniques and how we've found them.
We also go for a litter clean up at our local beach and talk about what we found.
Show Links
- The Wim Hof Method https://www.wimhofmethod.com/
- The Wim Hof Method App https://www.wimhofmethod.com/wim-hof-method-mobile-app
- Wim Hof Vice Documentary https://youtu.be/VaMjhwFE1Zw
- Yes Theory https://youtu.be/8cvhwquPqJ0
- T.S Elliot - Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poetrymagazine/poems/44212/the-love-song-of-j-alfred-prufrock
- Alix Vellis https://www.facebook.com/AlexVellisPoet/
- Alice Gretton https://www.facebook.com/AliceGrettonArtist/
- Last Chance Podcast https://open.spotify.com/episode/0ey4FX2oIVXstFwA01Mq8b?si=IM_rDkaXRHWb_9oeW0JE_w
- Bryde - The Volume Of Things https://open.spotify.com/album/4v58eA9UbExbltHG5mYhkQ?si=fFIrPWJAT4aIIV5jIMq-QA
- Black Peaks - Statues https://open.spotify.com/album/3oNtLCKnPZgQ8KxH23hL70?si=q_Gz8MYNRYmrFij09gvxMA
This week we have a special episode indeed. We talk to comedian, singer, entertainer and the comedy wordsmith Lloyd Hollett.
We talk about his life on the road, being stuck on a cruise ship at the beginning of Covid-19 and his latest adventure The Poddy Training Podcast. A new podcast for new dads, by new dads; out on Fathers Day 21 June 2020. Plus a whole lot more.
Show Links
- Poddy Training Podcast Website https://www.poddytrainingpodcast.com/
- Poddy Training Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/0t8mqbdnvYZ8t6DLj3SEp8
- Lloyd Hollett https://www.lloydhollett.com/
This week we talk about the main headline of this week of Black Lives Matter, talking about our thoughts and try to discuss it positively through educating ourselves to better understand the subject, showing how and where you can do the same.
We are also joined by Kelly Hobbs aka The Mental Health Teacher, who comes back on the show to chat about how things are now that schools in the UK are slowly being opened again.
Oh, and Kez is socially distantly in the studio too!
Show Links
- 13th (Netflix) - https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/80091741
- When They See Us (Netflix) - https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/80200549?source=35
- BlacKkKlansman - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7349662/
- Natives - https://www.waterstones.com/book/natives/akala/9781473661233
- Why I'm No Longer Talking To White People About Race - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Longer-Talking-White-People-About/dp/1408870584
- About Race Podcast - https://www.aboutracepodcast.com/
- George Floyd Memorial Fund - https://www.gofundme.com/f/georgefloyd
- Black Lives Matter UK - https://twitter.com/ukblm?s=20
- Black Minds Matter UK - https://www.blackmindsmatteruk.com/
This week we give our take on the BBC documentary Football, Prince William and Our Mental Health; why it's such a positive thing and our takeaways of the documentary.
And our guest this week is Matt Latham from the podcast Pick A Disc - a podcast where the guests talk about their favourite album of all time. We talk about some amazing albums, live experiences and some facts he's learnt along the way.
Show Links
- Pick A Disc https://www.spreaker.com/show/pick-a-disc
- Sands United https://sands.org.uk/
- Ministry Of Silly Walks https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-england-berkshire-52812589/ministry-of-silly-walks-comes-to-sonning-during-lockdown
- Record Breaking Bunting https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/quarantined-needleworkers-break-record-for-longest-bunting/
This week we talk about Mental Health Week and the theme of this year - Kindness with some stories of kindness along the way.
And our guest this week is Colin Verhaar from the Beyond Thought Podcast. We have an insightful chat about philosophy, buddhism and how to be in present and in the moment.
Show Links
- Beyond Thought Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/69fQwhiHgVfC5AMhJKwIXy?si=LFv8xQgrT9eMZYetRO9Low
This week we talk about your favourite lyrics and live gig experiences before delving into our own.
And our guest this week is Richard Tutt. He speaks to us about Dystonia, and how that affects his mother, his fundraising efforts and raising awareness of the illness.
Show Links
- Dystonia Society https://www.dystonia.org.uk/
- Muse - Butterflies and Hurricanes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzCKrwOme2U
- Smashing Pumpkins - Soma https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3MU-UkAh5A
- Enter Shikari - Undercover Agents https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHgsYIeTtVU
- Manchester Orchestra - The Silence (live) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5s3ytiYZS8g
- Nine Inch Nails - Hurt (live) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=na49bAWQjJk
- Elbow- Reading Festival 2011 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eWaMfRqmd74
This week we talk about the latest address from the Prime Minister and we give a run down of how we think you could deal with all of the potential confusion.
And our guest this week is Lori-Louise Boyton from Fit2Flex! We talk to her about fitness, the importance of having structure especially during such an unstructured time and also about exercising for your mental health.
Show Links
- Instagram @fit2flexuk
This week we talk about how we got on during our Isolation Triathlon, how much money we raised for Canterbury Food Bank and how we feel now its come to an end.
And our guest this week is Samantha Dorrance aka Sammy & The Sparks! We talk to her about her new project, which is a pop band for kids that helps promote positivity and mental health in children to help them navigate through life.
Show Links
- Canterbury Umbrella Covid-19 Resources https://canterburyumbrella.co.uk/covid-19-resources/
- Canterbury Umbrella Worksheets https://canterburyumbrella.co.uk/resources-and-worksheets/
- Sammy & The Sparks https://www.sammyandthesparks.com/
- The Worry Monster Lyric Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jRJnQ15Oxvs
This week we talk about our Isolation Triathlon, our version of the 2.6 challenge, raising money for Canterbury Food Bank over 7 days.
And we have our first guest; Kelly Hobbs aka The Mental Health Teacher! We talk to her about how important mental health is in young children and we can do to help bring about a healthier mind.
Show Links
- Isolation Triathlon https://www.gofundme.com/f/isolation-triathlon?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link-tip&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet
- The Mental Health Teacher on Instagram @thementalhealthteacher
- Kyle Bax Walking 111KM https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fundraiser-display/showROFundraiserPage?pageId=1165991
- Architects - Holy Hell https://open.spotify.com/album/3gh9LlHXtUEPkqsWj60Qy7?si=PUxZf9QKQFOd6gHImy0eeQ
- This Is Pendulum https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37i9dQZF1DZ06evO4BNUk0?si=GlL-OQGWSKCJ32swk76TWw
- TTNG - Animals https://open.spotify.com/album/7n8f4VpR5BAC9IiLiiIWKl?si=T2VVb60GTamq21QNgCFluA
This week, Kez talks about ways on keeping the kids entertained during this lockdown period.
Ben goes through 10 ways of paying it forward to those in need during the corona outbreak.
We talk about the amazing fundraising achievement of Captain Tom, as well as positive new from around the world and tips and tricks to pass the time and stay positive.
Show Links
- Make your own musical instrument https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7z0KLDgmO58
- 10 Ways to help others during corona outbreak https://www.positive.news/society/10-ways-to-help-others-during-the-coronavirus-outbreak/
- The Isolation Choir https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk5-NihkareZFsqHWynB42Q
- Enter Shikari - Nothing Is True But Everything Is Possible https://open.spotify.com/album/4VBnxLnSqWSodiwHIZGdIH?si=JC47aCw_Qli_JeYghku_YQ
- This Is The Midnight playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37i9dQZF1DZ06evO1C1F61?si=ih11_XpdRNC9FmfmfwPmjg
This week, Ben shares some personal experiences of being out on tour, whilst Kez gives us an insight into the positive impact of sport.
Have a listen to Kez's Isolation Song.
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We're back for episode 2 of 2 P's In A Pod from the 2nd week of Covid-19 lockdown.
We recollect on digitally celebrating Ben P's birthday with silly games and filters.
We celebrate more positive news such as the first, of many, claps for the NHS.
Kez P plays a game of Mad Libs.
We recommend some podcasts to pass the time at home (links below).
Links
- Fake Doctors, Real Friends
https://open.spotify.com/show/6qckOLN3q2qpZilM6i1MKv - Steth, Drugs & Rock ’n’ Roll
https://open.spotify.com/show/44NCFzo7x2goWK4IvCgEed?si=kPrYW5WdQt65hXuusuFmVA - Marvel's Wolverine
https://www.wolverinepodcast.com/ - You’re Dead To Me
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p07mdbhg/episodes/downloads - Shagged Married Annoyed
https://open.spotify.com/show/2F9rNDThYAfyLdy9Pv3t0i - Hip Hop Saved My Life
https://www.romeshranganathan.co.uk/podcast/ - Off Menu
https://www.offmenupodcast.co.uk/ - Brooklyn 99
https://www.nbc.com/brooklyn-nine-nine/exclusives/brooklyn-nine-nine-podcast - Mad Libs Game - www.madtakes.com
Hello and welcome to the opening episode of 2 P's In A Pod!!
This week we talk about us, and what we hope to achieve from doing this podcast.
We talk about Week 1 of our time in lockdown during the Covid-19 outbreak.
We find some positive news stories from around the world.
We recommend things to do whilst cooped up at home (links below).
As well as Kez's positivity quiz and some quick fire positivity questions for each other.
Links
- Bedouin Soundclash - When The Night Fills My Song https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4-0KRJlnyO8
- Mountain Goats - Up The Wolves
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=el-ZrpQybXM&list=OLAK5uy_nz_h2mHUqmglhlS-WtM1EiMfD9KSxX6Os&index=7 - Dresden Files books
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Storm-Front-Dresden-Files-Book/dp/0356500276 - Gogo Penguin - One Percent Live
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aTwUaZb_xYM - Sigur Ros - Svefn-g-englar
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCVtqwu3_vg - Ready Player One book
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ready-Player-One-Ernest-Cline/dp/0099560437
Hello and Welcome to 2 P's In A Pod
We are Ben P and Kez P - the 2 P's
We’re currently living in a time where there’s seemingly a lot of negativity; on the news, social media. So we’re here to show that’s not the case! We’ll find great things happening around the world and to celebrate positive news, rather than make it a token piece at the end of a news bulletin. We’ll be talking to each other, as well as guests, and see how they’re celebrating positivity. This won’t be preachy, it won’t be political; our plan is to be positive and hopefully have a good laugh along the way. His name's Kez P. And his name's Ben P. And this is 2 P's In A Pod.