Amy Talks

In this episode of Amy Talks, I chat to Julie Coraccio, an expert in de-cluttering. Through her brand Awakening Your Brilliance, Julie helps people to de-clutter all areas of their lives. We discuss what the different types of de-cluttering are, the factors that influence people to have too much clutter, and Julie shares some stories of her work. Links mentioned in the episode: - Good News Story (via The Happy News on Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/p/C3XbgsRMc2r/?img_index=1 - Julie's website: https://reawakenyourbrilliance.com/ - Follow Julie on Instagram @reawakenyourbrilliance Follow and keep up with Amy Talks! X: @amytalkspodcast Instagram: @amytalks.podcast Ask Alexa to 'play Amy Talks'. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amy-jones55/message

Attending concerts alone is something I've done for a while, but is a prospect that scares some people. In this episode, I explore the benefits of seeing your favourite band or show solo, my post-show routine and my thoughts on a certain arena's security protocols. Links mentioned in the episode: - Good News Story: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cu6G4-8Kp0n/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== - Vote for me in the British Podcast Awards Listeners' Choice: https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting Follow the show on social media!Twitter: @amytalkspodcastInstagram: @amytalks.podcast Subscribe to the show and keep up with future episodes - search 'Amy Talks' on your favourite podcast platform. If you have any feedback or suggestions, please feel free to email them to amytalkspodcast@gmail.com. "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License ⁠http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amy-jones55/message

In this episode of Amy Talks, I discuss something that everyone has to go through in a new workplace - a probationary period. Some people pass, and some fail. I talk frankly about my experience of failing my probation twice, and the impact both of these failings had on me. Also find out how I discovered more about how I failed my probation from a podcast that my ex-manager did, than the actual employer themselves 👀 Links mentioned in the show: - Good news story 1: https://www.instagram.com/p/CplnhDvPZAn/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= - Good news story 2: https://www.facebook.com/BeautyStudio.KeliNetwork/videos/620592179804843/ Follow the show on social media! Twitter: @amytalkspodcast Instagram: @amytalks.podcast Subscribe to the show and keep up with future episodes - search 'Amy Talks' on your favourite podcast platform.   If you have any feedback or suggestions, please feel free to email them to amytalkspodcast@gmail.com. "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License ⁠http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amy-jones55/message

It's my 50th episode! 🎉 thank you so much to everyone who has listened over the last five years - I appreciate every single one of you. For this edition of Amy Talks, I speak about a condition that affects millions of people around the world: asthma. I talk about my diagnosis of the condition, how inhalers are not a one-stop shop, and why I think my upbringing affected my chances of being diagnosed with asthma. Links mentioned in the show: - Asthma + Lung UK: https://www.asthmaandlung.org.uk Follow the show on social media! Twitter: @amytalkspodcast Instagram: @amytalks.podcast  Subscribe to the show and keep up with future episodes - search 'Amy Talks' on your favourite podcast platform. If you have any feedback or suggestions, please feel free to email them to amytalkspodcast@gmail.com. "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amy-jones55/message

I'm exploring the complicated topic of imposter syndrome in this episode of Amy Talks. Have you ever felt like a fraud, or that you don't deserve to be where are you in life? Then you might be suffering from imposter syndrome. Join your host, Amy, as she speaks through some personal examples, her anxieties about the podcast, as well as giving some advice on how to tackle this mental health issue that can be so debilitating to some.  Links mentioned in the episode: - Good news story: https://fb.watch/iSeIQwFT-A/ Follow the show on social media! Twitter: @amytalkspodcast Instagram: @amytalks.podcast Subscribe to the show and keep up with future episodes - search 'Amy Talks' on your favourite podcast platform. If you have any feedback or suggestions, please feel free to email them to amytalkspodcast@gmail.com. "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amy-jones55/message

For this episode of Amy Talks, we are going to be exploring a tough topic, familial sex trafficking. I speak with Kellie McKenzie, a victim of this horrific crime, who opens up about the impact it has had on her life, her advocacy work, and going viral with her stories of trafficking on TikTok. She also raises awareness of the issue through her podcast, Unbroken, where she offers a flinching insight into her innermost feelings and thoughts. Links mentioned in the episode: - Good news story (via Facebook) https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=search&v=548687960368456&external_log_id=777a0efa-01a0-45f9-a79d-8174678e561f&q=baby%20grows%20up%20in%20assisted%20living - Kellie's Unbroken podcast: https://anchor.fm/theunbrokenpodcast924 - Kellie's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/TheUnbrokenPodcast Follow the show on social media! Twitter: @amytalkspodcast Instagram: @amytalks.podcast Subscribe to the show and keep up with future episodes - search 'Amy Talks' on your favourite podcast platform. If you have any feedback or suggestions, please feel free to email them to amytalkspodcast@gmail.com. "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amy-jones55/message

Join your host, Amy, for a look back on 2022’s podcast episodes. Featuring discussions about the Commonwealth Games, cancel culture, and more, this Highlights Special is a place to reflect on the last 12 months of Amy Talks. Here’s to more in 2023! Follow the show on social media! Twitter: @amytalkspodcast Instagram: @amytalks.podcast Subscribe to the show and keep up with future episodes - search 'Amy Talks' on your favourite podcast platform. If you have any feedback or suggestions, please feel free to email them to amytalkspodcast@gmail.com. "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amy-jones55/message

In this episode of Amy Talks, I speak to Megan Campbell, the founder of the custom spirit company Turquoise Sky Spirits. We discuss the process of starting up an alcohol business, the many examples of red tape and regulations that come with this, the fascinating history of alcohol, and more. Links mentioned in the episode: - Good news story (via Facebook): https://www.facebook.com/ABC7/videos/5487998754617467/ - Follow Turquoise Sky Spirits on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/turquoiseskyspirits - Watch Megan's videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@turquoiseskyspirits4917 - Visit the Turquoise Sky website: https://www.turquoiseskyspirits.com Follow the show on social media! Twitter: @amytalkspodcast Instagram: @amytalks.podcast Subscribe to the show and keep up with future episodes - search 'Amy Talks' on your favourite podcast platform. If you have any feedback or suggestions, please feel free to email them to amytalkspodcast@gmail.com. "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amy-jones55/message

Learning to drive is one of the rites of passage and an essential life skill. Listen to this episode to hear all about my driving test experience in 2018, my tips whilst being a learner driver, and driving after passing your test. Links mentioned in the episode: - Good news story: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/vladimir-putin-birthday-gift-tractor_n_6340475de4b08e0e60784ebc Follow the show on social media! Twitter: @amytalkspodcast Instagram: @amytalks.podcast Subscribe to the show and keep up with future episodes - search 'Amy Talks' on your favourite podcast platform. If you have any feedback or suggestions, please feel free to email them to amytalkspodcast@gmail.com. "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amy-jones55/message

In this episode of the show, I discuss why I wasn't creating episodes for the first half of 2022, as well as the difficulties of self-producing and editing a podcast whilst having a full-time job. I also ponder the future of the show, with more interviews, a better social media presence and more.  Links mentioned within the episode: - Good news story: https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/my-rescue-dog-saved-me-by-sniffing-out-my-cancer/ Follow the show on social media! Twitter: @amytalkspodcast Instagram: @amytalks.podcast Subscribe to the show and keep up with future episodes - search 'Amy Talks' on your favourite podcast platform. If you have any feedback or suggestions, please feel free to email them to amytalkspodcast@gmail.com. "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amy-jones55/message

A short one for you this week, but I want to portray my experience of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. It was an amazing spectacle, and an event that I always treasure going to. Hear about which events I went to, what I saw, and my three tips for attending such an event as the Commonwealth Games or the Olympics. Links mentioned within the episode: - https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/4766/Dallas-Police-Officers-Distribute-New-Shoes-To-Kids-Who-Need-Them Follow and keep up with the show on social media! Twitter: @amytalkspodcast Instagram: @amytalks.podcast Subscribe to the show and keep up with future episodes - search 'Amy Talks' on your favourite podcast platform. "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amy-jones55/message

Thank you so much for sticking around whilst waiting for me to upload a new episode. I do apologise that you have been waiting for so long! This is just a short message to say that I am back, and am looking forward to sharing new opinions and interviews with you. Keep up with the show on social media: @amytalks.podcast on Instagram, and @amytalkspodcast on Twitter. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amy-jones55/message

Here's my first episode of 2022! It's all about cancel culture, something that has definitely been more prevalent within the social media age. I discuss what it means, how being 'cancelled' can affect people, and the situation with Polly Vadasz (owner of Sighh Studios) being cancelled because of some absolutely horrific past tweets. Links mentioned in the episode: - Good news story (via @goodnews_movement on Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/p/CYVLawbM7EY/ - @PollyExposed on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pollyexposed - Sighh Studio on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sighhstudio/ - Polly Vadasz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pollyvdsz/ Keep up with the show on social media: @amytalks.podcast on Instagram, and @amytalkspodcast on Twitter. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amy-jones55/message

In this episode, listen to highlights from all of my interviews in 2021 - there's insight from Iain Dale, Jacqui Smith, Deanna Kloostra and more. I hope you've enjoyed hearing these discussions throughout the year, I've certainly enjoyed recording them! Thank you very much for joining me and listening during this year, I really appreciate it, and I hope you learned something new. Please stick around for more fascinating stories in 2022, I can't wait to share them with you. Links mentioned in the episode: - #JusticeForAlicia petition (Change.org): https://bit.ly/3uU6jbj Subscribe to the show on any major podcast platform: search 'Amy Talks'. Follow and keep up with the show on social media: @amytalkspodcast on Twitter, @amytalks.podcast on Instagram. Hope you have a fantastic new year, and stay safe. "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amy-jones55/message

In this episode of Amy Talks, I speak to Janine Wirth, a home trauma therapist, who helps women to overcome conditions such as PTSD and disordered eating, as well as offering success coaching. We explore how she started in her line of work, how what happened to her helped inspire the work she does, how the pandemic has affected Janine and her business, and more.  Links mentioned in the episode: - Follow Janine on Twitter: https://twitter.com/janinewirth - Follow Janine on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapist_janinewirth - 'Like' Janine's page on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janinewirthrtt/ - Visit Janine's website: https://janinewirth.com Subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode! Search 'Amy Talks' on all major podcast platforms. Keep up with the show on Twitter: @amytalkspodcast "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amy-jones55/message

With the 20th anniversary of 9/11 coming up, I speak to Dean Rotbart, author of the book September Twelfth. The book concerns the story of the Wall Street Journal's staff (whose offices were right next to the World Trade Center and rendered unusable by 10am on 9/11), and how they worked together to get a September 12th edition of the paper out. We discuss the Pulitzer Prize-winning coverage, how the other US bureaus helped out with the next day's paper, and an amazing story of the last ever receipt given out at the World Trade Center. Links mentioned in the episode: Submit your 9/11 story (Where were you on 9/11?): https://bit.ly/3l6eoXb Keep up with Amy Talks on Twitter: @amytalkspodcast Subscribe to the show you never miss an episode! Search 'Amy Talks' on all major podcast platforms. "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amy-jones55/message

For this episode of Amy Talks, I speak to ex-Labour Home Secretary Jacqui Smith and we discuss her previous career as a teacher, life in government (including her tenure in various ministerial roles), her time as Home Secretary and how difficult it can be for ex-ministers to obtain employment after leaving politics. I also ask Jacqui about her work with the NHS Birmingham Hospital Trust, For The Many (which she co-hosts with previous guest Iain Dale), and her time on Strictly Come Dancing in 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic. Links mentioned in the episode: - Good News Story: https://www.oddee.com/ai-built-to-identify-pastries-recognizes-cancer-with-99-accuracy-59109/ - Jo Cox Foundation: https://www.jocoxfoundation.org - Sandwell Children's Trust: https://www.sandwellchildrenstrust.org Follow Jacqui on Twitter: @Jacqui_Smith1 Follow Jacqui on Instagram: @strictlyjacqui Keep up with Amy Talks on Twitter: @amytalkspodcast Subscribe to the show you never miss an episode! Search 'Amy Talks' on all major podcast platforms. "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amy-jones55/message

In this episode of Amy Talks, I speak to Alison Jones (who just so happens to be my mum!) about her running achievements, which include running 50 marathons, and being one of only 1,200 or so people in the world to hold the Abbotts medal. We also discuss what motivated her to start running, how she went from running marathons to running ultra marathons, and she gives her advice on anyone looking to start running or wishing to take their running to the next level. Links mentioned in the episode: - Good news story (via Twitter): https://twitter.com/fesshole - Sandhurst Joggers on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandhurstjoggers/ Follow the show on Twitter! @amytalkspodcast Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts: search 'Amy Talks' Also listen to Amy Talks on Mixcloud: https://mixcloud.com/amytalkspodcast "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amy-jones55/message

LBC presenter, author and blogger Iain Dale joins me to discuss his book Why Can't We All Just Get Along..., discussing the changes in public discourse and how people are becoming more divisive, particularly through social media. We also chat about his presenting career, coming out as gay at 40, the creation of his podcast For The Many, which he presents with ex-home secretary Jacqui Smith and more. Links mentioned in the episode: - Good News Story: https://www.instagram.com/globalpositivenews/ - Order Iain's book Why Can't We All Just Get Along... in paperback from Politicos: https://bit.ly/3gOwNY6 - Listen to Iain's podcasts: All Talk: https://bit.ly/3nv0u1s Cross Question: https://bit.ly/3gIqg0W For the Many: https://bit.ly/3aOw3hy Iain's Dale Book Club: https://bit.ly/335s23X The Prime Ministers: https://bit.ly/2PywyVL Whole Show: https://bit.ly/3u78vfx Follow Iain on Instagram and Twitter: @iaindale Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts: search 'Amy Talks' Follow me on Twitter to keep up with the latest updates: @amytalkspodcast "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amy-jones55/message

In this episode of Amy Talks, I speak to Pamela Troutman, a woman whose daughter was convicted of murdering her abuser and sentenced to 14 years in prison. We talk about Alicia's story, the court process and how Pamela thinks the case was a miscarriage of justice. Pamela also gives her advice to people in a similar situation, as a victim of domestic and sexual violence. Sign Pamela's petition, Justice for Alicia Wright: https://bit.ly/3uU6jbj Get in touch with Pamela for advice: boostasistaup@gmail.com If you need help for domestic violence or sexual abuse, these are some numbers to call and websites to visit for help: UK Refuge National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247 Women's Aid: https://www.womensaid.org.uk Galop, the LGBT+ anti-violence charity: http://www.galop.org.uk US National Domestic Violence Helpline (The Hotline): https://www.thehotline.org. Call them on 1(800)-779-7233 Follow the show on Twitter: @amytalkspodcast Subscribe on Mixcloud: https://mixcloud.com/amytalkspodcast Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts: Search 'Amy Talks' --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/amy-jones55/message