Go In Courage Podcast: Recent Episodes

Rix Banga

Courage is the great human adventure, but overcoming fear comes with plenty of emotional challenges. This podcast is a conversation between real people about real life, delving into the personal experiences of guests on the show, and gaining insight from their journey of courage. If you struggle with fear and enjoy learning from real life, every day people, this show is for you.

🎙 Go In Courage Episode 38: Stabilise Blood Sugar, Calm Anxiety & Boost Energy.

In this episode, host Rix Banga sits down with Alison Diss, a functional nutritionist who helps people transform their health and energy through small, practical changes to the way they eat, sleep, and manage stress.

Alison shares how balancing blood sugar can be the foundation for steady energy, reduced cravings, and improved mental health. She breaks down the importance of protein, fibre, and healthy fats, while also exploring the powerful link between food, mood, sleep, and stress. This conversation is full of doable strategies - from nutrition and movement to supplements like magnesium and omega-3s - that can help you calm anxiety, improve focus, and build lasting resilience without restrictive rules.

🎙 Go In Courage #37: Fear to Strength: Motherhood, Mental Health & Asking for Help with Catrina Brown.

In this episode, host Rix Banga sits down with Catrina Brown, a senior mental health nurse, wife, and proud mother who has dedicated over 20 years to supporting others in health and social care.

Catrina shares her powerful personal journey - becoming a mum at just 18, battling intrusive thoughts and anxiety, and finding the courage to ask for help. She opens up about breaking cycles, the life lessons learned through hardship, and how she turned her own challenges into a lifelong passion for mental health advocacy.

Her story is one of resilience, purpose, and hope — showing how early struggles can fuel a career built on empathy, strength, and service.

🎙 Go In Courage Podcast # 36: From Drugs, Gangs and Prison to Recovery & Helping Others with Gabe Cohen.

In this episode, host Rix Banga interviews Gabe Cohen, a peer recovery expert, founder of Discovery Cafe - a “sanctuary of new beginnings” supporting recovery through community and lived experience. Gabe is also an author, speaker, and program developer, including work for the largest prison in Colorado, and runs sober living homes for justice-involved men.

Gabe has an extraordinary life story marked by resilience, transformation, and dedication to helping others. His journey from a challenging childhood, through periods of homelessness and incarceration, to becoming a leading figure in peer-based recovery support is a testament to the power of second chances and the human capacity for lasting change.

🎙 Go In Courage Podcast Episode 35: It Takes Courage to Love Again - Secrets From A Dating Expert.

In this episode, host Rix Banga interviews Erica Laws, Dating Expert, Relationship Coach and International Matchmaker.

If you are starting out dating or getting back in the game - this episode is for you!

🎙 Go In Courage Podcast #34: How Hypnotherapy Transformed My Health and My Purpose with Rebecca Jackson

In this episode, host Rix Banga is joined by actress and clinical hypnotherapist Rebecca Jackson for a beautifully deep, honest, and energising conversation about the power of healing from within.

Rebecca shares her journey of navigating years of debilitating endometriosis and how traditional medicine failed to provide answers. Through acupuncture and hypnotherapy, she uncovered a profound mind-body connection that not only transformed her health but also reshaped her life’s purpose.

This isn’t just a story about physical healing — it’s about emotional release, spiritual awakening, and learning to trust your body and intuition again. From acting to energy healing, ghost stories to neuroscience, spirituality to stopping smoking, Rebecca takes us on a powerful journey into self-awareness and courage.

🎙 Go In Courage Podcast #33: The Courage to Start Again: Navigating Through Divorce with Becky Nevitt.

In this episode, host Rix Banga sits down with Becky Nevitt for a very open and heartfelt conversation that will resonate deeply with anyone navigating life after divorce. With vulnerability and grace, Becky opens up about what it truly means to let go of the life you planned and find the courage to begin again. Together, we unpack the silent grief of losing your identity in a relationship, the fear of starting over, and the strength it takes to trust yourself again. This is more than a conversation about divorce. It’s about rediscovery, faith, and the power of choosing yourself when everything around you has changed.

🌟 What You'll Learn:

✅ Why divorce feels like grieving more than just a relationship

✅ The identity loss no one talks about after separation

✅ Judgement from your community and protecting your heart

✅ How to begin rebuilding when you don’t know where to start

✅ The power of honesty, surrender, and self-compassion

✅ Why beginning again is not failure - it’s freedom

✅ A powerful reminder: You’re not starting from scratch. You’re starting from strength.

If this conversation speaks to you, share it with someone who needs the reminder that it’s okay to begin again - with gentleness and courage.

🎙 Go In Courage Podcast Episode 32: From Pain to Power - How to Reclaim Your Story with Toni Mcrea.

In this episode, host Rix Banga sits down with entrepreneur and self-development advocate Toni Mcrea, who shares her raw, unfiltered journey from internally thinking small to radically claiming her voice. Toni opens up about the cost of carrying childhood pain into adulthood, the subtle ways we give our power away, and the moment she stopped identifying as a victim — and started choosing courage instead. If you've ever struggled with feeling stuck, unseen, or silenced, this conversation is your reminder: you get to rewrite your story.

🌟 What You'll Learn: ✅ Why we unconsciously stay in victimhood — and how to move through it ✅ How to reconnect with your true self after childhood trauma ✅ The importance of releasing suppressed emotion ✅ How your nervous system impacts healing and relationships ✅ What it means to “choose yourself” over external validation ✅ Why reclaiming your story is the beginning of personal freedom ✅ How to shift from survival mode into empowered living ✅ The role of community, courage, and self-compassion in the healing process ✅ What inner child healing really looks like — and how to begin ✅ A powerful reminder: you are not broken. You are becoming.

🎙 Go In Courage Podcast #31: Faith, Shame & Sacred Pleasure: Advice from a Christian Sex Coach In this episode, host Rix Banga interviews Teresa Young, an Arizona-based sex coach helping men and women heal from cultural and religious shame, reconnect with their bodies, and explore sacred pleasure. Teresa shares her powerful journey through church upbringing, purity culture, and the emotional toll of divorce—and how she now supports others in finding faith-based freedom in their sexuality.

🌟 What You'll Learn:

✅ Why shame disconnects us from pleasure and how to begin healing

✅ How to rebuild your relationship with your body after religious trauma

✅ What purity culture got wrong about sex, intimacy, and desire

✅ How Christian women can embrace pleasure without compromising faith

✅ What “sacred sex” really means - and why it’s not sinful

✅ Why mindset is more important than mechanics when it comes to intimacy

✅ How men and women carry shame differently in faith communities

✅ How divorce can affect your sexual identity - and how to reclaim it

✅ The surprising truth about how God views sex (hint: it's not through shame)

✅ Why being a sex coach and a Christian isn’t a contradiction - it’s a calling

🎙️ Go In Courage Podcast #30: Meet a Stronger You: What’s on the Other Side of Fear? with Mary Saunders and Rix Banga.

In this episode, Rix dives into a transformative conversation with empowerment coach Mary Saunders about the role of fear in personal growth. Far from being just a negative emotion, fear is framed as a signal - an invitation to step into something new, unfamiliar, and potentially life-changing. You’ll hear reflections on how to hold space for yourself in those uncertain moments and why courage often begins where comfort ends.

Whether you're navigating narcissistic abuse, dealing with internal resistance, or facing emotional challenges, this episode offers insights on how to meet a new version of yourself by walking through fear - not avoiding it.

🎙️ Go In Courage Podcast #29: Healing Starts With You: Self-Trust & Transformation with Rix Banga and Ella Worsley.

In this episode, Rix sits down with Ella Worsley, a holistic healer and transformational coach, for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation. Ella opens up about her early life, her dreams, and the path that led her to entrepreneurship and healing work. She shares her knowledge of powerful modalities like Reiki, NLP, and intuitive coaching, offering insights into how they support deep personal transformation. Together, they explore the importance of self-trust, the courage it takes to face fear, and the inner work required to move through trauma.

Ella speaks candidly about navigating relationships, healing attachment wounds, and the value of seeking professional guidance on the journey to wholeness. They also touch on her daily practices, preferences, and the books that continue to inspire her.

🎙️ Go In Courage Podcast #28: Stop Pretending, Start Becoming: The Masculine Growth Journey.

In this insightful and soul-stirring episode of the Go In Courage podcast, I sit down with Amanda Anne, a recovery speaker, alchemist and passionate energy healer. Together, we unpack what it really means to be a man in today’s world — and why true masculine growth begins when you stop pretending and start becoming who you really are.

We explore how men are often stuck in cycles of passivity, people-pleasing, or emotional avoidance, and how these patterns are holding them back from meaningful leadership, love, and impact. Amanda shares a compelling call to men: be honest, lead with integrity, and have the courage to face yourself.

🧠 In This Episode:

The hidden cost of pretending and shrinking as a man
Why masculinity isn’t toxic—but unprocessed pain is
How men can show up with purpose, presence, and power
The emotional work required to become a healthy leader
Creating emotional safety and connection in relationships
Speaking your truth, even when it’s uncomfortable

Whether you're a man on a healing journey or a woman who wants to understand the masculine experience better, this conversation is a powerful reminder that growth starts with truth.

🎙️ Go In Courage Podcast #27: Awaken Your Masculinity: The Sovereign Man’s Courage

In this raw and reflective episode, host Rix Banga sits down with Matt Enns, coach and creator of The Sovereign Man, to explore what it truly means to live with purpose, take radical ownership, and embody masculine strength with integrity.

Matt opens up about his personal journey — from childhood dreams of becoming a ninja and artist to his transformation through coaching, jiu-jitsu, content creation, and a powerful faith experience. Together, they unpack the weight of societal pressure on men, the need for emotional awareness, and the courage it takes to live in alignment with your values in a noisy world.

🌟 What You’ll Learn:

Why sovereignty starts with reclaiming authority over your internal world
The role of childhood dreams in shaping adult identity
How honesty became Matt’s most powerful tool for transformation
What modern masculinity gets wrong — and how to reclaim it
How extreme diet changes transformed Matt’s mental and physical health
Why being misunderstood online is a risk worth taking for truth
Creating daily rhythms that build inner strength and discipline

If you’re interested in personal growth, masculinity, sovereignty, or the faith-based journey of transformation — this episode is full of raw insight and courageous perspective.

🎙 Go In Courage Podcast #26: What Happens When You Mix Courage, Curiousity & Connection?

In this episode of Go In Courage, Rix Banga sits down with Emma Krebs, a passionate podcaster and naturally curious individual. Both explore what courage means in different contexts, from moving across the world to having tough conversations. Emma shares her experiences stepping into discomfort, the impact of curiosity on personal growth, and how facing fears head-on has shaped her journey.

🌟 What You'll Learn:

What courage really looks like in everyday life
The power of curiosity in navigating uncertainty
Overcoming fear and avoidance patterns
The importance of relationships and tough conversations
Lessons from travel, personal growth, and self-discovery

If curiousity and connection drives you, this episode will probably resonate with you.

🎙️ Go In Courage Podcast #25: Courage in Acceptance.

In this episode, host Rix Banga sits down with Matt Brimble—a humanitarian, father, and ultra-runner—to discuss his journey of courage, healing from trauma, and embracing life with acceptance. Matt shares powerful insights on self-kindness, building a strong support system, and stepping into the unknown with confidence.

🌟 What You'll Learn:

Why self-kindness is the foundation of resilience
The importance of surrounding yourself with people who uplift you
How to face uncertainty with courage and trust
Lessons from ultra-running, humanitarian work, and personal growth
Practical ways to embrace change and move forward

If you're navigating change, seeking courage, or looking for inspiration to step into the unknown, this episode is for you!

🎙 Go In Courage Podcast #24: People-Pleasing, Boundaries & Taking Back Your Power

In this episode, host Rix Banga interviews Breanne Felicella, a Life Coach and founder of "Diary of a People Pleaser", to dive deep into the journey of overcoming people-pleasing, setting boundaries, and reclaiming self-worth. Breanne shares her personal struggles with anxiety, self-doubt, and seeking external validation, and how she transformed her mindset to live authentically.

🌟 What You'll Learn:

The hidden costs of people-pleasing & how to break free
Why we seek external validation (and how to stop)
How childhood conditioning shapes our boundaries & relationships
The link between people-pleasing & narcissistic relationships
Practical steps to start setting healthy boundaries today
Overcoming fear & learning to put yourself first without guilt

If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly putting others before yourself, struggling to say no, or stuck in toxic relationship patterns—this episode is for you!

🎙 Go In Courage Podcast #23: Narcissistic Abuse, Healing from Trauma, & deciding to Go In Courage.

In this episode, host Rix sits down with Amy Goff, a Narcissistic Abuse and Trauma Specialist, to discuss her powerful journey through marriage breakdown, single parenthood, and healing from trauma. Amy opens up about her personal experiences during lockdown, how she navigated a narcissistic relationship, and the courage it takes to step out of your comfort zone and seek help.

🌟 What You'll Learn:

How authenticity & vulnerability can help build meaningful connections
The impact of lockdown on relationships & recognising signs of a marriage breakdown
Identifying narcissistic behaviours and setting healthy boundaries
The power of trusting your gut instinct in relationships
How self-awareness and self-care can aid healing and personal growth
Breaking cycles of trauma and working towards happiness
Strategies for reversing negative thoughts & building self-worth

If you've struggled with toxic relationships, self-doubt, or navigating after narcissistic abuse this episode is for you.

In this episode, transformational teacher and psychic, Emma Zia, takes us on a journey of self-discovery and embracing authenticity. Emma shares her personal experiences of overcoming social anxiety and reconnecting with her true essence, emphasising the importance of communication and self-expression in transformation. The conversation dives deep into themes of facing fears, breaking free from societal expectations, and rewiring our relationship with discomfort. Emma challenges common misconceptions about psychic abilities, explaining that everyone has the potential to tap into their intuition and access information beyond the physical realm. She highlights the power of truth in setting us free and encourages listeners to discern their desires and fears, distinguishing between those driven by lack and those driven by potential.

Overcoming fear is part of the human adventure, and we believe this is not just done in the big moments of life, but the day to day moments too. The Go In Courage Podcast is hosted by Rix Banga, who talks to real people about real life, discussing ideas around courage, and gaining insight from every day people. In this episode, Rix talks to Dan Robinson, founder of the English Catholic channel and based in the UK.

Overcoming fear is part of the human adventure, and we believe this is not just done in the big moments of life, but the day to day moments too. The Go In Courage Podcast is hosted by Rix Banga, who talks to real people about real life, discussing ideas around courage, and gaining insight from every day people. In this episode, Rix talks to Jessica, founder of Serendia Wellness and a holistic wellness practitioner based in the UK.

Overcoming fear is part of the human adventure, and we believe this is not just done in the big moments of life, but the day to day moments too. The Go In Courage Podcast is hosted by Rix Banga, who talks to real people about real life, discussing ideas around courage, and gaining insight from every day people. In this episode, Rix talks to Tiara Thomas, founder of The Self Love Method and a Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Coach.

Overcoming fear is part of the human adventure, and we believe this is not just done in the big moments of life, but the day to day moments too. The Go In Courage Podcast is hosted by Rix Banga, who talks to real people about real life, discussing ideas around courage, and gaining insight from every day people. In this episode, Rix talks to Sunny Sidhu, DJ, Producer and Employment Specialist about his recent experiences building courage.

Overcoming fear is part of the human adventure, and we believe this is not just done in the big moments of life, but the day to day moments too. The Go In Courage Podcast is hosted by Rix Banga, who talks to real people about real life, discussing ideas around courage, and gaining insight from every day people. In this episode, Rix talks to love coach, Helena Summer about her experiences helping couples build stronger connections.

Overcoming fear is part of the human adventure, and we believe this is not just done in the big moments of life, but the day to day moments too. The Go In Courage Podcast is hosted by Rix Banga, who talks to real people about real life, discussing ideas around courage, and gaining insight from every day people. In this episode, Rix talks to professional violinist, Jessica Diamond about her experiences building courage.

Overcoming fear is part of the human adventure, and we believe this is not just done in the big moments of life, but the day to day moments too. The Go In Courage Podcast is hosted by Rix Banga, who talks to real people about real life, discussing ideas around courage, and gaining insight from every day people. In this episode, Rix talks to intimacy therapist Katherine Smailis about her experiences building intimacy.

Overcoming fear is part of the human adventure, and we believe this is not just done in the big moments of life, but the day to day moments too. The Go In Courage Podcast is hosted by Rix Banga, who talks to real people about real life, discussing ideas around courage, and gaining insight from every day people. In this episode, Rix talks to Mollie Emberton, a budding artist, about her experiences building courage.

Courageous Conversations: Building Deeper Connections in Relationships with Natalie Kazarian. Overcoming fear is part of the human adventure, and we believe this is not just done in the big moments of life, but the day to day moments too. The Go In Courage Podcast is hosted by Rix Banga, who talks to real people about real life, discussing ideas around courage, and gaining insight from every day people. In this episode, Rix talks to Natalie Kazarian, a licensed marriage and family therapist from California.

Overcoming fear is part of the human adventure, and we believe this is not just done in the big moments of life, but the day to day moments too. The Go In Courage Podcast is hosted by Rix Banga, who talks to real people about real life, discussing ideas around courage, and gaining insight from every day people. In this episode, Rix talks to Becca Francis who talks about chasing her dreams as a west end actress, sharing a stage with Sir Ian McKellen & John bishop, whilst juggling the loss of her father.

Overcoming fear is part of the human adventure, and we believe this is not just done in the big moments of life, but the day to day moments too. The Go In Courage Podcast is hosted by Rix Banga, who talks to real people about real life, discussing ideas around courage, and gaining insight from every day people. In this episode, Stuart Smith shares some of his life experiences and thoughts around courage.

Overcoming fear is part of the human adventure, and we believe this is not just done in the big moments of life, but the day to day moments too. The Go In Courage Podcast is hosted by Rix Banga, who talks to real people about real life, discussing ideas around courage, and gaining insight from every day people. In this episode, Micaela Hollins shares some of her life experiences and thoughts around courage.

Overcoming fear is part of the human adventure, and we believe this is not just done in the big moments of life, but the day to day moments too. The Go In Courage Podcast is hosted by Rix Banga, who talks to real people about real life, discussing ideas around courage, and gaining insight from every day people. In this episode, Ian Smith (CEO of the East to West Charity) shares some of his life experiences and thoughts around courage.

Overcoming fear is part of the human adventure, and we believe this is not just done in the big moments of life, but the day to day moments too. The Go In Courage Podcast is hosted by Rix Banga, who talks to real people about real life, discussing ideas around courage, and gaining insight from every day people. In this episode, Toby Payne (founder of Mooshoo and author of "Health & Well-Being Made Easy: The 12 Principles of Outstanding Health & Well-Being" shares some of his life experiences and thoughts around courage.

In this episode, Guy Trevithick (General Manager Twinings Tea) shares some of his life experiences and thoughts around courage.

Overcoming fear is part of the human adventure, and we believe this is not just done in the big moments of life, but the day to day moments too. The Go In Courage Podcast is hosted by Rix Banga, who talks to real people about real life, discussing ideas around courage, and gaining insight from every day people. Today's guest is Vivek Behl who shares his experiences of being courageous.

Overcoming fear is part of the human adventure, and we believe this is not just done in the big moments of life, but the day to day moments too. The Go In Courage Podcast is hosted by Rix Banga, who talks to real people about real life, discussing ideas around courage, and gaining insight from every day people. Today's guest is Emily Parker, Co-Pastor of Flow Church UK, who shares her thoughts on the subject.

Overcoming fear is part of the human adventure, and we believe this is not just done in the big moments of life, but the day to day moments too. The Go In Courage Podcast is hosted by Rix Banga, who talks to real people about real life, discussing ideas around courage, and gaining insight from every day people. Today's guest is Sola Osinoiki, Global VP, author, public speaker who shares his thoughts on the subject.

In this episode, Sophia Choudry (Founder of www.rotibox.co.uk) shares some of her life experiences overcoming fear.

Overcoming fear is part of the human adventure, and we believe this is not just done in the big moments of life, but the day to day moments too. The Go In Courage Podcast is hosted by Rix Banga, who talks to real people about real life, discussing ideas around courage, and gaining insight from every day people. Today's guest is Marija Mckean, Executive Officer CofE & musician who shares her thoughts on the subject.

We are joined by Sam Phillips in the studio, looking at the meaning of courage and how it has had an impact on his life.