CamBro Conversations

Today’s conversation is with Steven Pettigrew.Steven is a business investor, turnaround specialist, and AI partner with deep, hands-on experience across business growth, mergers and acquisitions.He grew up inside a large family-run business, went on to build and exit his own company, and now specialises in acquiring and fixing businesses that are underperforming as well as integrating AI to scale already successful business. This is a grounded, no-nonsense conversation about why so many UK businesses struggle, what actually breaks when companies stall or fail, and how disciplined operators think differently about growth, acquisitions, and value creation.Expect to learn:What growing up inside a £35m+ family transport and waste business really teaches you about operations, people, and pressureThe biggest lessons Steven took from working in a multi-fleet, asset-heavy industry from a young ageWhen and why Steven decided to build — and eventually exit — his own transport delivery businessWhat selling a business teaches you that running one never willWhy Steven prefers acquiring businesses rather than starting them from scratchThe different ways to buy a business — and which methods actually work in the UK marketThe most common reasons UK businesses fail long before they run out of moneyWhat Steven focuses on immediately when he steps into a struggling businessHow AI can be used as a partner, not a gimmick, inside real businessesWhy most owners misunderstand scale, margin, and operational leverageSteven’s parting advice for anyone looking to get started in business acquisitionsInvest with Fink using CAMBRO - https://fink.money/academy/ Get my LinkedIn Guide - https://click.convertkit-mail2.com/qdux4r4dq8u7h4dxgxvalh89p0rkkb4h86ng9/08hwh9h22xp4z6tl/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xjYW1icm8ua2l0LmNvbS9wcm9kdWN0cy9saW5rZWQtaW4tcGVyc29uYWwtYnJhbmQtZm9yLXNlbGxpbmc=Shop Notox Skincare using COL15 - https://www.notoxskincare.co/ Get 20 lessons from 330 CamBro Conversations - https://colcambro.kit.com/60ed1b527b Get my Sales Support - https://colcambro.kit.com/d0dceeb5ffConnect with StevenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenpettigrewinvestor Insta - https://www.instagram.com/stevenpettigrewinvestor/ Connect with ColInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/ Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0c Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell 

Today’s conversation is with Dan Lawrence.Dan is a performance coach known for his relentless standards, consistency, and long-term approach to excellence. His work sits at the intersection of training, nutrition, recovery, and mindset, and he’s become one of the most trusted operators in high-performance circles - from elite athletes to business leaders who want to operate at a higher level year-round, not just in January.In this episode, we unpack what high performance actually looks like in real life - beyond buzzwords, hacks, and short-term motivation. Dan shares how his own personality has shaped his drive, where he’s had to slow down to reflect, and how he helps clients build systems that compound over time rather than burn them out.Expect to LearnWhy high standards and consistency matter more than motivationHow Dan works on reflection, not just relentless forward momentumThe 4 pillars of Perform 365: training, nutrition, recovery, and mindsetHow Dan uses data and testing with clients — and what deficiencies show up mostHow environment design shapes behaviour more than willpowerHow Dan reframed his relationship with running  and why “start where you stand” mattersWhat made the difference between Connor Benn’s loss and subsequent winThe biggest misconceptions about high performance in JanuaryHow Dan reviews the year and resets before going againMost people don’t fail because they lack ambition - they fail because they chase intensity without structure, data without context, or goals without identity. This conversation is about building a system you can live with, not one that looks good on Instagram.Invest with Fink using CAMBRO - https://fink.money/academy/ Get my LinkedIn Guide - https://click.convertkit-mail2.com/qdux4r4dq8u7h4dxgxvalh89p0rkkb4h86ng9/08hwh9h22xp4z6tl/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xjYW1icm8ua2l0LmNvbS9wcm9kdWN0cy9saW5rZWQtaW4tcGVyc29uYWwtYnJhbmQtZm9yLXNlbGxpbmc=Shop Notox Skincare using COL15 - https://www.notoxskincare.co/ Get 20 lessons from 330 CamBro Conversations - https://colcambro.kit.com/60ed1b527b Connect with Dan:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danlawrence365/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danlawrence365/ Connect with ColInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today’s conversation is with Ewan Dudding.Ewan is a property investor, mortgage broker, and one of the most active figures in Scotland’s investor community but his journey didn’t start with capital, contacts, or confidence. It started in Lochgilphead, with a grounded money mindset, long hospital shifts while studying, and a willingness to figure things out earlier than most.We go right back to Ewan’s upbringing and early relationship with money, how he balanced university with work, and the influences that first pulled him towards property. He shares the reality of buying his first property as a student, how he approached getting a mortgage at that stage of life, and what it was actually like managing and renting out a property while living in it himself.From there, we unpack how his portfolio grew step by step, why he initially trained as an independent financial adviser, and what ultimately gave him the confidence to leave that path and move fully into mortgage broking. Ewan explains the natural overlap between mortgage broking and property investing in Scotland, how he built a team to manage deals end-to-end, and what it really takes to scale beyond the first few properties.We also get into the realities of leverage - including borrowing over £15m in bridging finance, how that experience has sharpened his advice to investors, and why cash flow pressure is often the hidden cost of growth. Along the way, we discuss Stirling as his chosen city, the importance of community through networking and project tours, and where he sees the biggest opportunities in UK property right now.This episode is a grounded, honest look at building a serious property portfolio without shortcuts — and what success might look like heading towards 2030.Invest with Fink using CAMBRO - https://fink.money/academy/ Get my LinkedIn Guide - https://click.convertkit-mail2.com/qdux4r4dq8u7h4dxgxvalh89p0rkkb4h86ng9/08hwh9h22xp4z6tl/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xjYW1icm8ua2l0LmNvbS9wcm9kdWN0cy9saW5rZWQtaW4tcGVyc29uYWwtYnJhbmQtZm9yLXNlbGxpbmc=Shop Notox Skincare using COL15 - https://www.notoxskincare.co/ Get 20 lessons from 330 CamBro Conversations - https://colcambro.kit.com/60ed1b527b Connect with Ewan:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ewan-dudding-aa5791177/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ewanduddingpropertyfinance/ Connect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cPatreon: www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today’s conversation is with Mackenzie Haldane.This is Mackenzie’s second appearance on the podcast after episode 251 in May 2024, and this conversation picks up well beyond tactics and surface-level wins.We talk honestly about what success actually feels like after making money young, how that reality differs from the imagined version, and whether early financial wins accelerate maturity or quietly delay it.Mackenzie shares what he’s learned from building and scaling e-commerce businesses, working closely with others launching dropshipping stores, and spending years refining systems, ads, pricing, and sales psychology. Expect to learn:What success actually feels like now versus what Mackenzie imagined early onWhether making money young accelerates growth or delays emotional maturityThe biggest mistakes people are making in e-commerce right nowThe unseen sacrifices required to build a serious online businessTraits Mackenzie sees repeatedly in people who succeed with dropshippingHow to think about opportunity cost beyond just money - time, energy, and missed leverageThe highest-ROI daily actions most business owners overlookCore sales fundamentals that consistently drive results in e-commerceHow effective ads frame problems rather than productsWhy paid ads should be viewed as an investment, not a costWhat most people get wrong about investing in themselvesHow Mackenzie handles negativity now that he’s more visible onlineWhy so many people still assume making money online is a scamThis episode is about separating illusion from reality, replacing luck with systems, and building businesses that actually compound both financially and personally.Today’s episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 – https://bit.ly/3RmVT0V Invest with Fink using CAMBRO - https://fink.money/academy/ Get my Sales Support - ⁠https://colcambro.kit.com/d0dceeb5ffShop Notox Skincare using COL15 - https://www.notoxskincare.co/ Connect with Mackenzie:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mackenziehaldaneConnect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0c Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell 

Today’s conversation is with Ollie Ollerton.Ollie is a former UK Special Forces (SBS) operator who served on high-risk operations across Iraq and Southeast Asia, including covert counter-narcotics and counter-terror missions. He’s also a bestselling author, the founder of BREAK-POINT performance training, and a familiar face to many as one of the lead instructors on SAS: Who Dares Wins.This conversation goes far beyond the TV persona.This is a raw, grounded conversation about pressure, responsibility, and learning how to live a good, free life.Expect to learn: • What Ollie means by a true “breakpoint” and how finding a second wind under pressure applies far beyond the military • How a traumatic childhood experience shaped Ollie’s life for many years • Why you must always be willing to explore new levels • The real reason so many people feel stuck right now & what to do next • The mindset scripts Ollie uses to live a good life • How emotional control is developed under chaos — and what that looks like in relationships and business • The moment Ollie realised the “military version” of himself wasn’t sustainable in everyday life • What he had to leave behind to grow into his next chapter and why what got you here won’t get you there • Why he chose to move to Dubai and what that change has unlocked personally and professionally • The tolerant nature of Dubai while maintaning strictnessThis episode is about resilience without bravado, strength in mind and body, and learning how to live freely.Invest with Fink using CAMBRO - https://fink.money/academy/ Get my LinkedIn Guide - https://click.convertkit-mail2.com/qdux4r4dq8u7h4dxgxvalh89p0rkkb4h86ng9/08hwh9h22xp4z6tl/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xjYW1icm8ua2l0LmNvbS9wcm9kdWN0cy9saW5rZWQtaW4tcGVyc29uYWwtYnJhbmQtZm9yLXNlbGxpbmc=Shop Notox Skincare using COL15 - https://www.notoxskincare.co/ Connect with Ollie:Instagram: www.instagram.com/ollie.ollerton Website: https://ollieollerton.comConnect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0c Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell 

Today’s conversation is the return of our round table discussion with Chris Burns, owner of Savage Scholar Consulting and David Hatt, Founder of MTN. This time round, we each share our 3 biggest lessons in Brain, Body and Business to arm you with the tools for success going into 2026.Today’s episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 – https://bit.ly/3RmVT0V Shop Notox Skincare using COL15 here - https://www.notoxskincare.co/ Get my LinkedIn Guide - https://click.convertkit-mail2.com/qdux4r4dq8u7h4dxgxvalh89p0rkkb4h86ng9/08hwh9h22xp4z6tl/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xjYW1icm8ua2l0LmNvbS9wcm9kdWN0cy9saW5rZWQtaW4tcGVyc29uYWwtYnJhbmQtZm9yLXNlbGxpbmc=Free 20 lessons from 330 CamBro Conversations - https://colcambro.kit.com/60ed1b527b Connect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List - https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cJoin patreon - patreon.com/ColCampbellConnect with Chris:Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/storyseller_chris/Email - ⁠⁠chris@thesavagescholar.com⁠⁠Connect with David:Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dhatt_mtn/⁠⁠MTN Coaching - ⁠⁠http://mtncoaching.co.uk/⁠⁠

Today, the guest is me and it’s time for a solo Q&A where I answer the Questions sent in by the listeners over Instagram, on my new Patreon and on my email list.In this episode, I dive into a wide range of topics including cancellation culture, my perfect day, my top non-negotiables, the qualities I look for in the people I spend time with, and what would genuinely surprise people about me from my early adulthood.Expect a real mix today: my thoughts on discipline, confidence, decision-making, politics, Rangers, crypto, food cravings in a deficit, the biggest mental shifts since becoming self-employed, why I’ve turned down sales, and what all of this says about identity and growth.We also get into the frameworks behind staying present in a busy life, the role of logic and intuition in big decisions, what a “successful day” actually looks like, and what drives me to work as hard as I do.Thanks for all your support, please do share this episode with a friend who would enjoy it too.Today’s episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 – ⁠https://bit.ly/3RmVT0V⁠ Shop Notox Skincare using COL15 here - ⁠https://www.notoxskincare.co/⁠ Get my LinkedIn Guide - ⁠https://click.convertkit-mail2.com/qdux4r4dq8u7h4dxgxvalh89p0rkkb4h86ng9/08hwh9h22xp4z6tl/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xjYW1icm8ua2l0LmNvbS9wcm9kdWN0cy9saW5rZWQtaW4tcGVyc29uYWwtYnJhbmQtZm9yLXNlbGxpbmc=⁠Free 20 lessons from 330 CamBro Conversations - ⁠https://colcambro.kit.com/60ed1b527b⁠ Connect with Col:Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/⁠Email List - ⁠https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0c⁠Join patreon - ⁠patreon.com/ColCampbellToday, the guest is me and it’s time for a solo Q&A where I answer the Questions sent in by the listeners over Instagram, on my new Patreon and on my email list.In this episode, I dive into a wide range of topics including cancellation culture, my perfect day, my top non-negotiables, the qualities I look for in the people I spend time with, and what would genuinely surprise people about me from my early adulthood.Expect a real mix today: my thoughts on discipline, confidence, decision-making, politics, Rangers, crypto, food cravings in a deficit, the biggest mental shifts since becoming self-employed, why I’ve turned down sales, and what all of this says about identity and growth.We also get into the frameworks behind staying present in a busy life, the role of logic and intuition in big decisions, what a “successful day” actually looks like, and what drives me to work as hard as I do.Thanks for all your support, please do share this episode with a friend who would enjoy it too.Today’s episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 – ⁠https://bit.ly/3RmVT0V⁠ Shop Notox Skincare using COL15 here - ⁠https://www.notoxskincare.co/⁠ Get my LinkedIn Guide - ⁠https://click.convertkit-mail2.com/qdux4r4dq8u7h4dxgxvalh89p0rkkb4h86ng9/08hwh9h22xp4z6tl/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xjYW1icm8ua2l0LmNvbS9wcm9kdWN0cy9saW5rZWQtaW4tcGVyc29uYWwtYnJhbmQtZm9yLXNlbGxpbmc=⁠Free 20 lessons from 330 CamBro Conversations - ⁠https://colcambro.kit.com/60ed1b527b⁠ Connect with Col:Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/⁠Email List - ⁠https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0c⁠Join patreon - ⁠patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today’s conversation is with John Cox. John is Managing Director of Cox & Co part of the CASA Group, property wealth specialists, a man with 20 years in the mortgage and property world, former pro rugby player, co-founder of the West End Wine Club, and someone who’s continually evolved how he works, leads, and invests.John’s journey spans finance, sport, family business, entrepreneurship and strategic leadership. This episode digs into the mind behind one of Scotland’s most respected property investment firms and explores how he thinks about people, time, and long-term success.Expect to LearnHow a 20-year mortgage career evolved into running a modern property wealth management firm.What it was really like working with his dad and brother and why you need alignment.Why Cox & Co rebranded “property management” into property investment management.John’s philosophy of adders, subtractors and multipliers and how to identify each in your life and business.The reality of joining the Casa Group and becoming MD for the North.How John built – and why he loves – the West End Wine Club.Lessons from rugby at semi pro and pro level.How he uses a two-hour daily commute to sharpen his thinking, not waste time.The mentors and moments that shaped him over two decades in business.What success would look like for him in the next chapter.Today’s episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 - https://puresport.co/CAMBRO10Get my Sales Support - https://colcambro.kit.com/d0dceeb5ffGet my LinkedIn Guide - https://click.convertkit-mail2.com/qdux4r4dq8u7h4dxgxvalh89p0rkkb4h86ng9/08hwh9h22xp4z6tl/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xjYW1icm8ua2l0LmNvbS9wcm9kdWN0cy9saW5rZWQtaW4tcGVyc29uYWwtYnJhbmQtZm9yLXNlbGxpbmc=Fuel your focus with COLIN10 and Neutonic - https://www.neutonic.com?sca_ref=9669547.luRRrQVs1D2aX&utm_source=uppromote&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=263773Connect with John:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-cox-coxandco-scotland/ Connect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today’s conversation is with Rob Begg, non duality coach & mentor.Rob helps people achieve extraordinary outcomes by reprogramming the root cause of performance. And it’s not mindset. It’s to understand happiness is our nature - it's not out there. And that what we do doesn't lead to results.What we think and do and the results we attain are the expressions of our consciousness.He works with founders, executives, entrepreneurs, and anyone wanting to break through the invisible ceiling that old beliefs, patterns and self-concepts create.Expect to learn:Why identity change beats mindset change every timeAnd why most people try to “think their way” into new behaviours instead of becoming the person who naturally does the thing.How your self-image sets the limits on your successAnd why you revert to the familiar when you “do all the right things” but don’t get the result.Why effort and strategy aren’t enoughRob explains the trap people fall into when they believe more tactics, more grinding, or more motivation will fix identity-level challenges.The subconscious patterns that sabotage your goalsIncluding why you keep repeating outcomes you consciously don’t want.How to dissolve limiting beliefs instead of fighting themA completely different approach to self-development: no affirmations, no forcing, no ego battles.Why success often feels like ‘remembering’ rather than achievingAnd why the highest performers feel incredibly relaxed, not intense.How to shift from trying to change your life… to allowing it to changeIncluding the internal shift required for money, relationships, body composition, business growth, and confidence.The cost of living as the ‘old you’Rob explains why most people are living in a mental time capsule — acting today as the version of themselves from years ago.Why environment and habits matter far less than people thinkWhen identity is aligned, habits become automatic.The identity traps high-achievers fall intoPerfectionism, control, overwork, needing to earn success, and the fear of letting go.We explore the mechanics of identity change, why logical “knowing” rarely leads to real behaviour change, and how to recognise when you’re operating from fear rather than intention.Today’s episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 - https://puresport.co/CAMBRO10Get my Sales Support - https://colcambro.kit.com/d0dceeb5ffGet My LinkedIN Guide - https://click.convertkit-mail2.com/qdux4r4dq8u7h4dxgxvalh89p0rkkb4h86ng9/08hwh9h22xp4z6tl/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xjYW1icm8ua2l0LmNvbS9wcm9kdWN0cy9saW5rZWQtaW4tcGVyc29uYWwtYnJhbmQtZm9yLXNlbGxpbmc= Shop Notox Skincare using COL15 here - https://www.notoxskincare.co/ Connect with Rob:Website: https://robertbegg.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertkbegg/ Connect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today’s episode is a solo special to mark my 33rd birthday.Every year I sit down and record one of these reflective episodes not as a list of quotes or clichés, but as a collection of the biggest truths, lessons, and mindset shifts from the last 12 months of my life and work.This year, I’ve called it “Thoughts at 33” a mix of self-development principles, hard-earned lessons, and honest reflections on identity, business, growth, and purpose.It’s about enjoying the game, holding your standards, resisting comfort, and realising that even in your thirties, you’re still writing the early chapters of your story.Expect to learn:Why you can’t compete with someone having fun and how enjoyment multiplies disciplineHow to opt in and out of content and information with intentionWhy the sunk cost fallacy might be the anchor holding back your potentialHow to slow down time through novelty, milestones, and experiencesThe quiet confidence that comes from actually liking yourself and living in alignmentAnd finally, why it’s never too late to write a new chapter - one you’re proud to liveAnd much moreThis episode is about clarity, control, and conviction and the mindset that no matter what’s happened before, the story isn’t over.You’re still early. You’re still writing. And you can still change everything.Today’s episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 - https://puresport.co/CAMBRO10Get your LinkedIn Guide - https://click.convertkit-mail2.com/qdux4r4dq8u7h4dxgxvalh89p0rkkb4h86ng9/08hwh9h22xp4z6tl/aHR0cHM6Ly9jb2xjYW1icm8ua2l0LmNvbS9wcm9kdWN0cy9saW5rZWQtaW4tcGVyc29uYWwtYnJhbmQtZm9yLXNlbGxpbmc=Get my Sales Support - https://colcambro.kit.com/d0dceeb5ffFuel your focus with COLIN10 and Neutonic - https://www.neutonic.com?sca_ref=9669547.luRRrQVs1D2aX&utm_source=uppromote&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=263773Connect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today’s conversation is with Andrew Wade, the founder of The Core Values Channel - a platform dedicated to exploring practical, centrist, and economically literate solutions to Britain’s biggest challenges.Andrew’s background is in UK manufacturing and international trade, selling British products across Europe and Africa. But after seeing first-hand how political and economic decisions were damaging productivity and punishing working citizens, he decided to step forward with his own plan for national renewal.In this conversation, we dive into his detailed proposals for fixing the UK’s cost of living crisis, reducing the national debt, and rebuilding a culture of contribution and productivity. Andrew doesn’t just critique the current system, he lays out what a sustainable, fair, and growth-focused Britain could look like.Expect to learn:Why Andrew believes Britain needs a new centrist economic movement with real solutionsHow to solve the cost of living crisis without punishing productive workersWhy cutting benefits is essential and how a community service model could workThe problem with importing non-contributing labour and benefit dependencyHow benefit fraud, “sickfluencers,” and policy loopholes distort welfare budgetsWhy job creation must focus on manufacturing and service sector exportsHow Net Zero policies have been hijacked and the hidden costs of wind and solarWhy Scotland’s wind contracts and solar subsidies are damaging food securityThe flaws in Gary Stevenson’s wealth tax proposal and Andrew’s alternativeWhy the UK already has multiple forms of wealth tax (CGT, IHT, Stamp Duty, Council Tax)How to motivate millionaires and billionaires to fund affordable housing projectsThe failure of “envy taxes” and why income tax reform is key to growthHow immigration and youth policy must shift to reward productivity and contributionWhat individuals can do today to protect themselves from the cost of living crisisToday’s episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 - https://puresport.co/CAMBRO10Get my Sales Support - https://colcambro.kit.com/d0dceeb5ffFuel your focus with COLIN10 and Neutonic - https://www.neutonic.com?sca_ref=9669547.luRRrQVs1D2aX&utm_source=uppromote&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=263773Connect with Andrew WadeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@The-Core-Values-MovementLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-wade-16210817/Connect with ColInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today’s conversation is with Darren Grimes.Darren is a political commentator, campaigner, and newly elected Durham County Councillor for Reform UK.Darren first rose to prominence as a young Leave campaigner during the Brexit referendum and later founded Reasoned, a digital platform giving a voice to those who felt “silenced by the tide” of mainstream media narratives. Since then, he’s become one of the UK’s most outspoken defenders of free speech, British values, and political realism — often facing fierce backlash from both sides of the political divide.In this conversation, we unpack Darren’s journey from activism to elected office, and explore his unfiltered take on modern Britain’s cultural, political, and moral challenges.Expect to learn:Darren’s journey from thinking he was a liberal but has become more conservative from a young ageThe founding story of Reasoned and what it means to “stand against the tide”How he handled the backlash and police investigation following the David Starkey interviewDarren’s reflections on the “tolerant left” versus the “hate-filled right”Why he thinks free speech is the defining issue of our timeWhat Reform UK’s local success says about shifting loyalties in traditional Labour heartlandsHis stance on the “self-loathing” of modern Britain and the symbolism of “flagging”Why he withdrew council funding for Durham Pride — and what he’d say to those who felt excluded by that decisionThe courage required to challenge “diversity dogma” and speak publicly without fearHow Reform UK can move beyond immigration and prove its wider competenceHis take on Net Zero, government spending, and what he calls “climate zealotry”The transition from media commentary into real-world governanceWhat’s next for Darren personally and for Reform UK as a political forceFuel your focus with COLIN10 and Neutonic - https://www.neutonic.com?sca_ref=9669547.luRRrQVs1D2aX&utm_source=uppromote&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=263773Unlock more sales in your business - https://colcambro.kit.com/d0dceeb5ffConnect with Darren:Website: https://www.darrengrimes.com/Connect with ColInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today’s conversation is with Gio Vezza and Jordan O’Donnell, better known as Jezza & Jod. Two of Scotland’s fastest-rising DJs, producers, and co-founders of the PRTY collective.From grassroots raves during lockdown to performing at Hi Ibiza, The Hydro, NRG Tenerife, and The Arches, their story is a blend of passion, persistence, and partnership. Beyond the decks, they’ve built one of the most recognisable event brands in the country, launched their own nightclub Tempo, and created a movement that’s redefining Scottish club culture.In this episode, we go behind the music to explore how it all began, the discipline behind the madness, and what it really takes to scale from bedroom sets to international stages.Expect to learn:How Jezza & Jod first started DJing together and built momentum after lockdownThe origin story of PRTY and how the team split roles across events, branding, and performanceHow Jordan made the leap from gas engineer to full-time artistGio’s early life in civil engineering and football before music took overThe realities of performing sober vs partying and how discipline shapes consistencyHow they balance the nightlife lifestyle with training, fitness, and recoveryBehind-the-scenes stories from Hi Ibiza, The Hydro, and The ArchesHow the PRTY merch exploded into a brand you see at every raveHow they prepare for a major set, read a crowd, and play off each other liveThe importance of connecting with fans through community and authenticityTheir advice for young aspiring DJs on breaking into the sceneThe song that never fails to lift the roof (yes, we talk Innerbloom)Who would make the Jezza & Jod “Mount Rushmore” of DJsWhat success looks like in 2030 as the PRTY movement keeps growingToday’s episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 - https://puresport.co/CAMBRO10Shop Notox Skincare using COL15 here - https://www.notoxskincare.co/ Get my Sales Support - https://colcambro.kit.com/d0dceeb5ffConnect with Jezza & JodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jezzaandjodPRTY: https://www.instagram.com/prty_events/PRTY website: https://prtyevents.co.uk/ Connect with ColInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today’s conversation is with Taylor McDonald, property investor, deal sourcer, and founder of 1st Seed Property.Taylor’s story is one of grit, growth, and relentless self-development. From being kicked out of home at 17 to running one of Scotland’s most active sourcing businesses and building a property portfolio that now includes developments like Grey Harlings Hotel beside the fifth oldest golf course in the world, his rise has been anything but conventional.In this conversation, we connect the dots from his early setbacks to his current success while unpacking the mindset, structure, and strategy behind scaling in property and business.Expect to learn:How being kicked out at 17 shaped Taylor’s drive and identityWhy it took until 21 for him to “knuckle down” and focusWhat first drew him to property and how he found his lane in a noisy industryThe lessons learned from working as a chef and growing up around his dad’s landscaping businessHow mentorship and education through Paul McFadden’s Protégé programme transformed his approachThe journey of starting, scaling, and selling his first business and why “profit is sanity, revenue is vanity”The biggest challenge or deal that burned him and how he respondedWhat it takes to balance being both an investor and a sourcing business ownerHow to identify the right joint venture and private finance partnersThe confidence and vision behind the Grey Harlings hotel redevelopment in MontroseWhy structure, discipline, and routine are non-negotiable in his lifeThe role Jiu Jitsu plays in shaping mindset, humility, and consistencyWhat the next 5 years look like for 1st Seed Property and Taylor’s wider investment journeyToday’s episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 - https://puresport.co/CAMBRO10Get my Sales Support - https://colcambro.kit.com/d0dceeb5ffConnect with Taylor McDonaldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylor_mcdonald_property/Website: https://www.1stseedproperty.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-mcdonald-598146215/ Connect with ColInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today’s conversation is with Jon WynnJon is a former Australian Special Forces soldier, sobriety advocate, fitness coach, and HYROX competitor.Jon’s story is one of transformation from his early years in the military, to a battle with addiction that led him through 15 rehabilitation programs, and finally to a rebuilt life of fitness, fatherhood, and fulfilment in Majorca.In this episode, we unpack what it really takes to rebuild your life from rock bottom, the mental cost of service and identity loss, and the daily discipline behind lasting recovery.Expect to learn:What life was really like in the Special Forces and how Jon’s experiences in Afghanistan shaped himThe truth about transitioning out of the military — and how easily identity and purpose can unravelThe reality of addiction, relapse, and going through 15 rehab programs before real change stuckHow Jon rebuilt his mindset, body, and habits to sustain sobriety and performanceWhat he’s learned from injuries and setbacks, including two calf ruptures in back-to-back summersHow HYROX competition helps fuel discipline and community post-recoveryWhat success means to Jon now as a father, coach, and advocate for men’s mental healthFuel your focus with COLIN10 and Neutonic - https://www.neutonic.com?sca_ref=9669547.luRRrQVs1D2aX&utm_source=uppromote&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=263773Unlock more sales in your business - https://colcambro.kit.com/d0dceeb5ffGet clean skincare with COL15 - www.notoxskincare.coConnect with Jon:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonwynnfitnessandsobrietyConnect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today’s conversation is with David Belle, investor, writer and founder of Fink Money. David’s mission is simple, as he puts it: “I only care about getting Brits to invest more in shares.”This episode covers the state of the UK economy, broken policies, culture shifts, and the unintended consequences of political decision-making. We also explore why David has decided to join the UK exodus and move to Portugal.Expect to learn:Why UK pension funds have pulled £372 billion out of domestic equities since 2006.How Australia’s super funds have outperformed by allocating 45% to their own stock market.The scale of the UK’s legal migration wave since 2020 The dangers of GDP manipulation and the “Boriswave” era of 4.5m arrivals in 4 years.Why the UK Government is ignoring 2nd and 3rd order consequences of its policiesIf the UK could really be heading for an IMF bailout.Whether Liz Truss’s plan was actually a feasible way out of the mess.Why David is moving to Portugal – and why many other Brits are following.The story of how fraud rocked his previous business Macrodesiac, the impact on his mental health, and how he rebuilt.Today’s episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 - https://puresport.co/CAMBRO10Get my Sales Support - https://colcambro.kit.com/d0dceeb5ffConnect with David:Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@fink.tok YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DavidBelleFink X - https://x.com/db_fink LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-belle-3089b966/Connect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today, the guest is me and it’s time for a solo episode. In this solo special, I open up about the leap I’ve taken into going all in on sales coaching and podcasting. It didn’t happen the way I planned and that’s the point. When the security you thought you had disappears overnight, what matters most is how you respond.Expect to learn:Why I decided to make sales coaching my full-time focus.The emotional rollercoaster of redundancy and how this time was different to 2019Key business lessons from watching an industry collapse from the inside.Why “profit beats revenue” and the trap of vanity projects.How to prepare yourself mentally, physically, and financially for curveballs.What “identity capital” means and how to build it.Why I believe sales coaching is the most optimal entrepreneurial vehicle for me.How mentors, clients, and community helped me navigate the transition.How I selected who I chose to tell, when and howThe long-term vision for CamBro Conversations and my coaching business.This episode takes you from my start in the furniture sales industry in 2021, through the curve ball of redundancy in 2025, to the decision to go all in.I share candid reflections on fear, excitement, and freedom, as well as practical strategies that kept me grounded: protecting sleep, fuelling my body, journaling, and sticking with small daily habits that compound over time.You’ll hear the business lessons too from the dangers of chasing vanity revenue, to the importance of saying no, to why resilience and strategy matter more than ever when the unexpected happens.The closing message is simple: sometimes you don’t get to choose the timing, but you can always choose how you respond. You are in the business of you — and the more you take ownership, the more opportunities open up.For more indepth on my 2019 redundancy experience, check out episode 15.Thanks for all your support, please do share this episode with a friend who would enjoy it too.Today’s episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 – https://bit.ly/3RmVT0V Connect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List - https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cJoin patreon - patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today’s conversation is with Myles Usher-DoyleMyles is a leading vocal coach and public speaking consultant who helps clients master communication, presence, and performance.With a background in musical theatre and years of experience coaching entrepreneurs, executives, and creatives, he’s developed a unique perspective on how to truly connect with an audience.In this episode, we explore the foundations of confident communication and the habits that separate great speakers from average ones.Expect to learn:The #1 skill you need to become an excellent communicatorHow to practice presence and “own the room” when speakingWhy posture and hand gestures matter more than you thinkThe weekly preparation routines that set you up for a successful presentationHow poetry can sharpen your speaking skillsThe most common mistakes people make when presenting (and how to avoid them)Why being yourself and understanding your why will unlock your best presenting skillsThis conversation will help you sharpen your voice, improve your presence, and make more impact in any setting. Whether that’s in the boardroom, on stage, or in everyday conversations.Today’s episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 – ⁠https://bit.ly/3RmVT0V⁠ Today’s podcast is supported by Bands For Brothers. Join the movement & get your band and/or t-shirt here - https://www.instagram.com/bandsforbrothers/Connect with Myles:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakwellcoaching/Website: https://www.speak-well.co.ukLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/myles-usher-doyle-99318629Connect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today’s conversation is the return of Andrew Craig to CamBro Conversations for his 4th appearance on the podcast.Andrew is an investor, author, and commentator who has spent years helping people better understand finance, economics, and wealth creation. In this episode, we unpack the state of the UK economy, the policy failures of recent governments, and the choices that will determine our financial future.Expect to learn:Why UK citizens are no wealthier than they were 30 years ago while countries like Ireland, Australia, and Singapore have surged aheadWhether Brexit was a missed opportunity to become the “European Singapore”The impact of legal mass migration, with 4.5 million arrivals between 2021–24Why the UK’s obsession with Net Zero is economically damagingWhy Starmer’s choice of advisors is so worrying for aspirational UK citizensWhy Gary Stevenson is so wrong about the UK and policyWhether Liz Truss’s economic plan was a feasible path out of the messWhy Andrew believes we urgently need a small, economically literate, fiscally responsible government option at the ballot boxFor more from Andrew and I, check out episode 42, 200 and 271.Today’s episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 – ⁠https://bit.ly/3RmVT0V⁠ Shop Notox Skincare using COL15 here - https://www.notoxskincare.co/ Connect with Andrew:Website: https://www.plainenglishfinance.co.uk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PlainEnglishFinance LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewcraigpef/ Connect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today’s conversation is with Younes Sadaghiani.Younes studied politics at university having left Iran during the 2000s as it degenerated under the Islamic Republic. He has become a prominent voice online for his commentary on Iran, Islam, and UK politics. In this episode we unpack his personal journey, the realities of life under the Islamic Republic, and the broader challenges facing both the Middle East and the West.Expect to learn:Why Younes chose to put his head above the parapet online and speak out on big issuesThe history of the Islamic Republic in Iran and what life looks like for the 60% of Iranians who aren’t MuslimThe challenges of Radical and Fundamentalist Islam, and how that shapes geopoliticsWhat Younes believes the political left misunderstands about IslamWhy a country so rich in natural resources still leaves its citizens without basic utilitiesHow Iran’s financial support of Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis fuels instability in the Middle EastThe hard realities about Israel versus Hamas that often get lost in debateYounes’ biggest mindset shifts in the last five years, and his evolving relationship with faith and spiritualityWhat he learned helping craft the Reform Party’s communication strategy during the 2024 UK electionThe significance of 40,000 names on the UK’s terror watch list, and what politicians should do to secure the country’s futureWhy he believes this conversation is just the beginning, with a follow-up episode needed on spirituality, wellness, and the future of the UKThis episode is a deep dive into a topic many have been scared to address. Younes brings articulate insights and I know you’re going to learn a lot during this 55 minute episode.Today’s episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 – ⁠https://bit.ly/3RmVT0V⁠ Connect with Younes:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/younessrocksYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@YounessrocksTwitter/X: https://x.com/younesrocksConnect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell