The Entrepreneur Who Turned Burnout into a Bold Media Brand
"I was successful on paper. But inside, I felt like I was crumbling."At 27, Phoebe Cleary Rudd had checked all the boxes, an impressive career in finance, a dream apartment, a busy social life. But when burnout hit, it hit hard. She found herself crying on the kitchen floor, disconnected from her purpose, unsure what she was chasing anymore.This deeply honest conversation reveals how Phoebe rebuilt her confidence, walked away from a career that looked perfect from the outside, and founded The Sauce, a bold, disruptive media brand that’s redefining the hospitality space.We talk burnout, entrepreneurship, imposter syndrome, and the hidden emotional costs of building success in your twenties. This isn’t just a business story, it’s a blueprint for anyone trying to reconnect with themselves, their ambition, and a life they actually want to live.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why burnout happens even when “everything looks good on paper”How Phoebe pivoted from finance to launching a media company from scratchThe real cost of perfectionism and people-pleasingHow to navigate imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and competitive pressureThe entrepreneurial lessons no one teaches you: from co-founder dynamics to finding your nicheWhy being recognised on Forbes 30 Under 30 didn’t fix the internal strugglesHow to build a business that reflects who you actually areWhether you’re 25, 35, or 55, this episode will leave you rethinking how you define success, and give you the tools to rebuild your confidence, your clarity, and your next chapter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Sex Therapist: The Truth About Orgasm, Desire & What No One Tells You About Sex
Kate Moyle is one of the UK’s leading psychosexual therapists and a respected voice in the field of modern intimacy, desire, and sexual wellbeing.In this episode of Thriving Minds Kate explains why so many people feel disconnected in their relationships, not due to a lack of love, but because of shame, silence, and the myths we’ve internalized about sex.She breaks down:Why desire fades in long-term relationships, and how to rekindle itThe truth behind the orgasm gap and performance anxietyHow childhood, culture, and pornography shape sexual identityThe role of communication and compatibility in emotional and physical connectionWhat healthy sex actually looks like, and why it’s different for everyoneWith clinical insight and human warmth, Kate offers an evidence-based roadmap to better sex, deeper intimacy, and more honest relationships.This is not a conversation about sex as entertainment.It’s a conversation about sex as connection, and why it remains one of the most misunderstood parts of our lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The World’s Elite Trainer - The Truth About Health, Fitness, Longevity & Aging
Matt Roberts has trained Prime Ministers, pop stars, fashion icons, and royalty. But behind the elite client list lies a deeper mission: to help people live longer, stronger, and better. In this episode, he reveals the truth about how fitness, food, hormones, and habits shape your health, and why most people are getting it disastrously wrong.From building David Cameron a gym inside 10 Downing Street to transforming the bodies of Adele, Tom Ford, and U2, Matt shares raw lessons from 30 years at the pinnacle of performance coaching. He explains why most “transformation” programs are a scam, how cardio really affects muscle gain, and what your body actually needs to defy aging.Matt breaks down:The biggest lies told by the fitness industryWhy cheat meals are misunderstoodWhat to eat, lift, and measure in your 30s, 40s, and beyondThe single most underrated supplement that’s making you fatHow to train your body and brain for real longevityThis is not a crash course in fitness. It’s a manifesto for turning back the biological clock. If you want to build a body that lasts longer than your willpower, start here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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From 30 & Thriving to Thriving Minds – A New Chapter Begins
In this special short video, host Alberto Zandi reflects on the incredible journey of 30 & Thriving, from its launch to over 300,000 subscribers in just one year, and announces the exciting evolution into our new identity: Thriving Minds.Originally created to share the unfiltered stories of Forbes 30 Under 30 honorees, 30 & Thriving uncovered the raw realities behind success, failure, self-doubt, grit, and growth. But as our community grew, so did our mission. We realized our audience wasn’t just made of entrepreneurs, it was filled with thinkers, dreamers, and doers looking to thrive not just professionally, but personally.Thriving Minds marks the next chapter: a podcast designed to help you unlock the best version of yourself, in business, in health, in relationships, and in life.Season 2 brings world-class guests, from neuroscientists and psychologists to elite athletes, nutritionists, and celebrities, offering practical tools and emotional insights for real, lasting transformation.Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a creative, or someone chasing a better life, this new chapter is for you.This is more than a name change. It’s a movement.Welcome to Thriving Minds, where success starts from within. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Europe’s AI Billion-Dollar Founder Who Never Wanted to Be an Entrepreneur – Nikola Mrkšić
Nikola Mrkšić didn’t grow up dreaming of building a $500 million AI company. He wanted to be a neurosurgeon, or a diplomat. Instead, he co-founded Europe’s leading AI platform, PolyAI, a company handling over 100 million customer calls a year, backed by NVIDIA, and reshaping how we interact with machines.In this raw, unfiltered conversation, Nikola reveals:Why he never planned to be an entrepreneur, and how he got “accidentally” rich.The real reason AI startups get funding with no product, no revenue, and no customers.How his childhood during the Yugoslav wars shaped his obsession with seizing opportunity.The stress, pressure, and burnout behind building a billion-dollar company with two toddlers at home.Why Europe is broken for tech and what he’d do differently if starting today.His brutally honest take on success, motivation, and why some people should never start a company.This episode cuts through the hype and tells the truth about what it takes to succeed in AI, and why most people are chasing the wrong dream.🎧 Listen now to hear the story behind one of Europe’s most exciting AI founders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The podcast that unlocks the best version of yourself.What does it really take to thrive—not just in business, but in life?Alberto Zandi is a Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur and co-founder of one of the UK’s fastest-growing companies. But titles don’t tell the full story.Alberto started with nothing but questions, doubts, and a deep urge to build something meaningful.Thriving Minds was born from that journey.Originally launched as 30 & Thriving, the podcast began with raw, revealing conversations with Forbes 30 Under 30 honourees who shared not just their wins, but also the fear, failures, and pressure behind the headlines. As the audience grew, so did the mission.Today, Thriving Minds explores what it truly means to grow—from the inside out.Each week, Alberto sits down with world-class guests: psychologists, neuroscientists, founders, athletes, celebrities, nutritionists, business leaders, and thinkers of all kinds. Together, they uncover the habits, mindsets, and emotional truths that fuel extraordinary growth in both personal and professional life.It’s a space for unfiltered insights and practical wisdom—with tips you can apply in your day-to-day life.If you believe success starts from within, this show is for you.For Alberto, this podcast is personal.It’s the kind of show he wishes he had when he was starting out.And now, he’s sharing it with you.🎧 New episodes every week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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