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Growing Big People with PS.

Growing Big People with PS.

By Paul Scanlon

Growing Big People with Paul Scanlon Podcast is about empowering you to live a bigger more influential life.
Paul's unique ability to make complex things simple is a hallmark of his skill as a communicator.
His belief that it’s more important to grow people than things combined with his innate ability to walk in other peoples shoes creates a rare sense of connection with his audiences and followers.
Big people have bigger social circles and take bigger risks. Big people think big and believe for bigger things than small.

pa@paulscanlon.com
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Growing Big People with PS.Jan 26, 2019

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Oct 12, 202227:50
The 5th Season: Transition

The 5th Season: Transition

It’s not change that stops us it’s the transition from what or who we know to something or someone we don’t know.

Change is easier if we have good transition skills and that is what I want to give you through this teaching.   

In this podcast episode I share about the 3 stages from caterpillar, cocoon to butterfly.  Cocoons of transition aren’t cosy and if you’re in one please remember that we fall apart to become new.  In the cocoon a caterpillar liquifies, it literally has a meltdown.  

We have to go through the dark to fly in the sun. 

 As well as share a metaphor about transition when it comes to the baby, the mother and the midwife.  There's a crucial moment in childbirth called the point of transition.  

It's when the baby is in the birth canal between where it's been and where it's going.  

The key player is the transition coach and she's called the midwife.  I hope this teaching helps you or someone you know who id going through a session of transition.

Share your thoughts @PaulScanlonUK

Oct 04, 202235:18
Strip back the layers your ego has painted on you!
Aug 11, 202213:00
Spotting Narcissism In Yourself & Others - My 10 observations to recognise and manage it

Spotting Narcissism In Yourself & Others - My 10 observations to recognise and manage it

Narcissism is all about a false self it’s a mask that people wear which slips over time and when it does you should be paying attention.

It’s the fear of appearing ordinary which drives them to exaggeration and showing off to appear extraordinary.

Don’t ever try to confront or change a narcissist it’s like trying to nail jelly to the wall. Wish them well and move away from their toxicity.

Here are my 10 signs to look out for when it comes to narcissism to avoid in others and look out for if you have them in yourself.

1. They are self obsessed, self promoting and self absorbed whilst pretending to be interested in you.

2. They brainwash you to believe that you need them in your life because their life is far superior.

3. They manipulate you into their version of you.

4. They make you question your thoughts and decisions in favour of theirs.

5. They will never respect your boundaries because they only see their own importance.

6. They don’t mind ignoring shaming minimising or isolating you to serve themselves.

7. They will Gaslight and marginalise you then encourage and praise you simultaneously in the hope you don’t spot the manipulation.

8. They use people because their agenda and priorities are always more important.

9. They need people and relationships just like the rest of us but they’re unable to see others as equals.

10. They will only want you in their world if you offer them financial security, status, support their projects or just generally stroke their ego in some way.

I love hearing from you so let me know what you thought of this episode either on social media @PaulScanlonUK or email pa@paulscanlon.com

Aug 03, 202221:39
Six Keys To Emotional Prosperity

Six Keys To Emotional Prosperity

All genuinely prosperity is rooted in the soul, but we have often not taught that well in the church.

May is mental health awareness month is USA and I want to help your mental and emotional health through this message.

We’ve got too many good pastors and leaders majoring on spiritual health who are neglecting their own mental and emotional health.

Your spiritual health does not automatically take care of your mental, emotional or physical health, that’s just not how humans work.

Hope this helps someone today, leave a comment if it does. 🙏🏼

Through this teaching I want to give you my 6 hacks to Emotional Prosperity!

Share your thoughts @PaulScanlonUK 

May 05, 202244:42
The One Where...I'm An Actor?!
Apr 27, 202203:22
Stolen Focus: PS. In Conversation With Johann Hari - Part Two
Jan 18, 202231:50
Stolen Focus: PS. In Conversation With Johann Hari - Part One
Jan 11, 202232:20
Building an EFFORTLESS culture and team - In conversation with Greg McKeown
Dec 21, 202129:48
How To Live An Effortless Life - In conversation with Greg McKeown
Dec 14, 202133:47
Mindsets & Relationships: PS. In Conversation With Case Kenny

Mindsets & Relationships: PS. In Conversation With Case Kenny

On this podcast conversation I am joined by @Case.Kenny who is the host of the podcast - New Mindset, Who Dis?

Case is from Chicago and has developed a really engaged following of people who connect with him on all things Self-Help, Wellness, Mindsets and practical insights on how to live a passionate and purposeful life.

What we talk about in this podcast conversation.

Relationships, self awareness, the power of unlearning, mindfulness and challenging entrenched patterns.

Common struggles people have in life when it comes to relationships.

How to not lose yourself in relationships

Relational attachment styles

Differences between facts and feelings

The importance of unlearning and self awareness

Managing isolation

Men and vulnerability

The power of optimism

Listen and share at paulscanlon.com/podcast-channel

Nov 30, 202138:05
We Remember Things In Two Ways
Oct 26, 202109:16
3 Things I Learnt From Bishop TD. Jakes
Oct 12, 202102:14
Recognising Shifts In Your Life
Sep 21, 202131:41
How To Flip Your Mindset - PS. In conversation with Brian Keane

How To Flip Your Mindset - PS. In conversation with Brian Keane

Reevaluating what is important to you and how to structure your life around your values, and learning the art of having a fitness mindset. 

Get rid of your junk values and hone in on your authentic self  The combination of health, fitness and wellness.

You are really going to love this conversation with my new friend Brian Keane, one of the most genuine guys who speaks authentically and helps make his world of fitness relatable and actionable starting first with having a healthy mindset.

Connect with Brian and let him and I know when you’re listening - @BrianKeaneFitness @PaulScanlonUK.  - Brian Keane podcast, briankeanefitness.com

Find out more about my 11 hour online video course - AGEING WELL. Master the art of ageing in these areas: Physically, Mentally, Emotionally, Relationally, Generationally.

Now 70% off for a limited time, visit: paulscanlon.com/ageingwell  

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This podcast will help you….

  • Get clear on what is important to you
  • How to know your junk vs good values
  • Be motivated to adapt some of Brian and Pauls Ageing Well skills into your own life
  • How to create healthy accountability relationships to keep you present
  • Learn ways to overcome self confidence
  • Understanding the importance of nutrition
  • The combination of health, fitness and wellness
  • Clarity around the mystics of health and wellness
  • Building a life of consistency
  • Your muscles don’t understand weight, they understand resistance
  • Focus on your form and technique
  • See the benefits of supplements
  • Create a healthy separation from your need for social media

 QUESTIONS I ASK BRIAN… 

  • How did you get into the fitness industry?
  • How old are you now, and when you started the teaching industry?
  • How did you know so clearly at 22 of what you didn’t want to do?
  • What has motivated you to continue to grow, learn and develop what you do?
  • How has your motivation changed?
  • What is your thoughts on ageing well in all aspects of your life?
  • What does ageing well mean to you?
  • How has covid had an impact on your industry?
  • How do you encourage people to overcome self-consciousness?
  • Does your partner have an equal interest in health and fitness?
  • The difference for women when it comes to health and fitness?
  • Are you seeing a shift in peoples attitudes when it comes to health vs wellness?
  • Is it common for people to dive into fitness, experience an injury then give up?
  • What’s your feel about protein shakes, nutrition etc?
  • Is there such a thing as a normal day for you?
  • What are your hobbies?
  • Is what you’re doing now, what you’ll do your whole life?
  • How has covid been for your mental health?
Jul 20, 202146:50
Discerning The Trojan Horses Of Family History
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Vulnerability Is...
May 25, 202124:23
Living In Your Creative Flow & Having A Life Of Impact - In Conversation With Ken Olin (Director of This Is Us)

Living In Your Creative Flow & Having A Life Of Impact - In Conversation With Ken Olin (Director of This Is Us)

A behind the scenes look into working on a major tv show @NBCThisIsUs, the nuances of creativity, and not falling to the pressures of your society.

Ken Olin is a Writer, Executive Producer, Director and actor who has directed many episodes of television for shows including the blockbuster TV show THIS IS US, as well as Brothers and Sisters, The West Wing, Alias and many more.

In this conversation although this was our first time speaking together Ken and I had such a great flow, he is a great guy and you are going to love this chat it was as if I was catching up with a long time friend.

Ken shares a lot about the nuances of his creative process and working as a major player in the show THIS IS US, which is one of my favourite shows so it was such a honour to speak with him about this.

He shares about how he started out, and the differences between acting and directing, working with creative people and creating a healthy work culture.

This conversation is for any who love creativity, has an interest in film and television, and great advice for working in your element and not falling to the pressures that your culture may expect from you.

Ken also is vulnerable about raising his kids as well as managing his ambitions. And some great conversation about the hidden gifts of the pandemic.

Questions I ask Ken…

4.32 - Where did the idea of the show THIS IS US come from?

6.20 - How do you think the views perceive the show?

9.30 - Where does the sense of connectivity come from with the show? It feels like a therapy session.

13.30 - Milos character and the nuances.

15.34 - Do actors decide certain parts of a role or is that scripted?

17.58 - How did you find such an amazing cast?

20.15 - Do you think being an actor makes you a better director, if so why?

23.54 - Do you miss acting?

26.36 - A common thread in your life that you can track, that took you into this world?

31.19 - The emerging generations observations of wanting to work in their calling, what’s your thoughts on this?

37.08 - This is us is speaking to human needs - loneliness, depression, racism…

38.33 - How do you switch off, hobbies, interests?

42.44 - Do you enjoy being a Dad?

46.30 - Quick fire questions…

Something people often get wrong about you?

Last tv show you binged watched?

Favourite movie?

Concert or show you’ll never forget?

Favourite meal?

What books are you reading?

What would you like on your grave stone?

An ordinary moment that lights you up?

Last time you wrote a hand written note or letter?

What are you most grateful for this past year?

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Let me know when you are listening/watching this conversation tag me in it @PaulScanlonUK and be sure to watch This Is Us as well as connect with Ken on twitter/instagram @KenOlin1.

May 11, 202153:21
Show Up As Your Authentic Self - Holistic Approach To Healing, Creating boundaries, Dealing with trauma, Reparenting & more - In Conversation with Dr Nicole LePera

Show Up As Your Authentic Self - Holistic Approach To Healing, Creating boundaries, Dealing with trauma, Reparenting & more - In Conversation with Dr Nicole LePera

Apr 13, 202101:00:52
Five Things That Are Killing Your Dreams
Mar 29, 202124:05
The Pursuit Of Meaningful Connection, Putting A Spotlight On Anxiety, Depression And Suicide - PS. In Conversation With Sarah Wilson

The Pursuit Of Meaningful Connection, Putting A Spotlight On Anxiety, Depression And Suicide - PS. In Conversation With Sarah Wilson

In this latest conversation I am speaking with the lovely @_SarahWilson_.  

Share with me when you are listening and tag me on social media - @PaulScanlonUK

Sarah is a former journalist (cosmopolitan magazine) and TV presenter (Master Chef AU), author and activist. She wrote the New York Times bestsellers I Quit Sugar and First, We Make the Beast Beautiful, and has a new book out called - This One Wild and Precious Life.   

If you have or know of anyone who has ever experienced any form of anxiety, depression or loneliness can I encourage you to grab your notebook and dive into this conversation as Sarah is vulnerable and real with her answers that I think will really help us all to have a better language for these things we all go through.  

I loved her openness with me also about her experience with suicide which we all know has been on the rise for many years and we need to become more aware of it and speak more openly about peoples experiences with this and mental health.

We also speak about her creative process as best selling author, her thoughts on ageing, climate change and her personal experience with the global pandemic.   

Here are some of the questions I asked Sarah -   

1.05 - How have you found Covid?  

4.07 - What was it about your anxiety that during the lockdown gave you hidden serendipity gifts?   

12.35 - What do you want think will come out of this pandemic with regards to loneliness?  What is it that we are lonely for?  

21.40 - How did you get into writing and your creative process?   

23.24 - What did you mean by you weren’t ready and how did your know when you’re were ready?  

27.11 - What is your creative process?   

31.50 - What is your motivation for writing is it for you or the people?  

36.13 -Do you get lonely, what is your philosophy about relationships?  

39.58 - Do you believe in God and what does that mean to you?  

42.06 - Are you afraid of dying?  

43.11 - Do you worry about ageing?  

Ending with some quick fire questions...

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Mar 16, 202149:09
Shifting Mindsets, Creating A Life Of Freedom & Upscaling What You Do - PS. in Conversation With Lauren Tickner

Shifting Mindsets, Creating A Life Of Freedom & Upscaling What You Do - PS. in Conversation With Lauren Tickner

I had a conversation with @LaurenTickner who is one of Forbes top ten entrepreneurs. We spoke about her drive for doing what she does and the passions she has for the future.

Her journey of losing weight in an unhealthy way and reframing how she saw her fitness journey, as well as managing panic attacks at a young age and other game changing nudges that have got her to where she is now.

Lauren shares her three motivations behind her success and motivation.

We discussed about her upbringing and having a brother with a disability and how that has helped shaped the woman she is today and the drive she has to help him and others in similar situations.

We speak about shifting mindsets, establishing new healthy habits for longevity, working on creating a life of freedom and much more. You’re going to get a lot out of this interview from someone who is so driven and enthusiastic.

We also share our personal observations of the mindset differences between the USA and the UK as both are coming from parts of the UK that have limiting belief systems.

How she went from working at one of the top management investment firms in London to being a Forbes top entrepreneur.

This interview is for any who are in business, entrepreneurship, start up companies or those who want to create new healthy habits, shift mindsets and turn their passions into a profit.

Question time stamps -

1.12 - what were the game changers that nudged you towards what you are doing now in the sweet spot you have got to?

3.30 - at what point did you realise that you hated your job and wanted to get out of it, and how long after did you stay?

6.37 - what do you think it was at 18 that gave you the awareness to get unstuck?

9.35 - where does your driven-ness come from?

13.35 - What’s the difference to you between working in a business and on a business?

18.45 - Your time in the states, why would you want to spend more time there?

21.51 - What are the mistakes start up companies and entrepreneurs make?

24.25 - What is something people don’t know about you which is probably your superpower ?

30.09 - In what ways are you weird?

31.25 - What is a new belief / habits that’s improved your world in the last few years?

35.00 - Who would you be mentored by and why?

38.00 - What do you want to be doing in the next 5 years?

Let me know what you thought of this conversation, share with me on social media @PaulScanlonUK and tag in @LaurenTickner and don’t forget to subscribe and please leave a review.

Visit paulscanlon.com for more information on seminars, resources and to keep up to date with Paul Scanlon.

Mar 09, 202141:10
Stop Trying To Wake Up God
Feb 23, 202105:42
The mind of entrepreneurial leadership - Q&A with Editor In Chief - Jason Feifer

The mind of entrepreneurial leadership - Q&A with Editor In Chief - Jason Feifer

In this podcast episode I am in conversation with editor in chief of the magazine ENTREPRENEUR. 

Throughout this interview I ask Jason questions about his creative process, hidden gifts of the pandemic, interviewing with The Rock (Dwayne Johnson). 

Some of his personal development challenges, how to keep growing yourself and your business through hard times. 

We spoke about working with teams and high business people who are difficult to work with and navigating relationships. 

This is a great conversation to listen to if you are in any form of entrepreneurship, leadership or personal development. 

You can check out more about Jason @HeyFeifer as well as @Entrepreneur magazine. 


Don’t forget to leave a review, and I’d love for you to subscribe and share with me when you’re checking out this episode.

Feb 16, 202137:42
There’s no such thing as ‘The’ Move Of God - BONUS episode
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My Greatest Gift To You Is A Healthy Me
Jan 13, 202112:45
Gratitude and Reflections from 2020 🙏

Gratitude and Reflections from 2020 🙏

Thank you once again for the precious gifts of your time and attention for each time you've listened or watched one of podcasts or interacted with me on social media or through one of my online courses thank you!

I wanted to share with you this Christmas message as I took some time as I'm sure we have all been doing to reflect on this past year, I hope you can sense my gratitude and appreciation to you.

I want you to have a Christmas by design not default. Have a curated Christmas and start now by choosing your mental, emotional and atmospheric playlists. Dial down the drama and dial up the fun.

Happy Christmas to you, and don’t forget to open all the hidden gifts of 2020 🙏🏼 and I look forward to keeping in touch as we enter into 2021.

Thank you for being a part of my global tribe,

Paul

Share with me when you're listening and tag me in it - @PaulScanlonUK 

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The Awakening In Me To Do Something
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The Ghosting Pandemic
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Human Attachment Styles
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The award for best supporting role goes to...

The award for best supporting role goes to...

Most of us want to live epic lives and be the hero of our own stories, but what if I told you that it’s far greater to fill a supporting role in an epic story than an epic role in a supporting story?

We all want to be top ranked leaders, but it’s better to be a great sergeant than a bad general. 

In this podcast episode, I want to discuss how our impact in the world can be far greater in roles that may not look as epic as we initially envision for ourselves. 

*Enjoying what you’re hearing? I’d love for you to leave my podcast a review!

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Resisting and clinging to pain
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PS. In Conversation With Glo Atanmo part 2

PS. In Conversation With Glo Atanmo part 2

PART TWO - In this conversation I speak with my new friend Glo Atanmo on her entrepreneurial beginnings, how it is to travel the world, dealing with wealth and finances, her tips and tricks on being an influencer and graphic designer as well as continuing out important conversation around the current racial divide.
You are going to love this part two of the conversation and don't forget to subscribe, share and check out Glo on instagram @GloGraphics.
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Find out more about my free course on THE FIVE BEHAVIOURS OF SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE at
paulscanlon.com/freecourse
More about Gloria Atanmo -
Glo is an online educator and content creator, starting her career as a travel blogger through witty, reflective, and informative storytelling. After venturing to over 80 countries across 6 continents and working with brands along the way, she's landed features in Forbes, Oprah Magazine, Conde Nast, Essence, Buzzfeed, and more. She's authored a book, spoken on many stages, led retreats around the world, and now focuses on online educational activism. She gives herself another 5 years before she’ll go live on a mountain and be fertile.
Sep 09, 202038:18
PS. In Conversation With Glo Atanmo part 1

PS. In Conversation With Glo Atanmo part 1

PART ONE - In this conversation I speak with my new friend Glo Atanmo on her entrepreneurial beginnings, how it is to travel the world, dealing with wealth and finances, her tips and tricks on being an influencer and graphic designer as well as continuing out important conversation around the current racial divide. 

You are going to love this part one of the conversation and don't forget to subscribe, share and check out Glo on instagram @GloGraphics.

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Find out more about my free course on THE FIVE BEHAVIOURS OF SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE at paulscanlon.com/freecourse

More about Gloria Atanmo -

Glo is an online educator and content creator, starting her career as a travel blogger through witty, reflective, and informative storytelling. After venturing to over 80 countries across 6 continents and working with brands along the way, she's landed features in Forbes, Oprah Magazine, Conde Nast, Essence, Buzzfeed, and more. She's authored a book, spoken on many stages, led retreats around the world, and now focuses on online educational activism. She gives herself another 5 years before she’ll go live on a mountain and be fertile.

Aug 28, 202035:08
Six Keys to a Great Mentoring Relationship part 2
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Six Keys to a Great Mentoring Relationship part 1
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PS. In Conversation With Ray Panthaki

PS. In Conversation With Ray Panthaki

You're going to love this conversation I had with a great guy called Ray Panthaki. 

More about Ray -

Ray is a British Actor/Producer/Writer/Director has made waves across the Film industry in all of the above disciplines and was awarded BAFTA 'Breakthrough Brit'. 

An accomplished actor in both Theatre and Film, Ray achieved the prestige of undertaking a lead at the Royal Shakespeare Company in Tanika Gupta's 'The Empress'.

Recent years have seen the release of both ‘Colette’, directed by Oscar winning ‘Still Alice’ Director Wash Westmoreland in which Ray starred alongside Keira Knightley and Dominic West and ‘Official Secrets’ which premiered at Sundance 2019 in which he starred alongside Ralph Fiennes, Matt Smith, Rhys Ifans and again, Keira Knightley. He can currently be seen resuming his lead role alongside Anna Friel in Series 3 of Netflix/ITV’s hit Drama ‘Marcella’ and HBO’s ‘Gangs of London’ for ‘The Raid’ Director Gareth Evans.

This September Ray will be star alongside two-time Oscar winner Hilary Swank in Astronaut Drama ‘Away’ for Netflix.

He has just completed filming the feature ‘Boiling Point’, a one single take Drama alongside Stephen Graham, which was also co-produced through his Urban Way banner.

Aug 12, 202049:43
PS. In Conversation With Bethany Hamilton
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Correlation and Causation
Jul 15, 202032:16
PS. In Conversation With Laura Toggs
Jul 01, 202052:53
PS. In Conversation With Sidney Mohede
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Big People Do These 5 Things
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PS. In conversation with Lorna Maseko
Jun 03, 202037:01
AM I A RACIST?
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Emotions are data, not directives

Emotions are data, not directives

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Emotions and reason work like a seesaw. When emotions are high reason abandons us and straight thinking becomes impossible.

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May 29, 202015:54
6 Rooms Missing From God's House part 2

6 Rooms Missing From God's House part 2

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Jesus said ‘In my fathers house are many rooms’

Here are rooms 3-6 that I think are missing from many of the fathers houses around the world,

3: An X Ray room

4: A play room

5: A changing room

6: A spare room

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May 21, 202022:33