The SuperPower Podcast with Dr Gian Power OBE

Author Simon Alexander Ong knows about finding purpose beyond the corporate grind. He landed a job at Lehman Brothers, only to see the bank collapse 14 months later. But leaving finance wasn’t the end of Simon Alexander Ong’s story, it was the start of a career built around helping others unlock their potential. So how did he go from a corporate career to becoming a bestselling author, coach and speaker?In this episode of The SuperPower Podcast, host Dr Gian Power OBE sits down with Simon Alexander Ong to unpack the turning points that reshaped his life, from losing his mum at 17 to questioning everything he thought success meant.Plus:⚡️ The Cost of Chasing Success: How growing up believing a prestigious job meant success led Simon into finance — and why the reality left him burnt out and searching for more.⚡️ From Finance to Finding Purpose: How the collapse of Lehman Brothers forced Simon to rethink his future and eventually build a career in coaching, speaking and writing.⚡️ Energy Over Time Management: Why sleep, movement, mindset and meaningful work matter more than squeezing every minute out of the day.⚡️ Protecting Your Energy at Work: Practical ways to handle negativity, set boundaries and create space to think in demanding work environments.⚡️ The Formula for Reinvention: Simon’s approach to building skills, broadening your inputs and growing your network to create opportunities you can’t predict.Dive into more episodes and explore inspiring stories from incredible guests. Our podcast is all about discovering the unique superpowers that have shaped some of the most remarkable lives.Learn more about The SuperPower Podcast:https://gianpower.com/podcast/Follow your host, Dr Gian Power OBE:https://www.instagram.com/gianpowerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gianpower/Follow Simon Alexander Ong:https://www.instagram.com/simonalexanderolinkedin.com/in/simonalexanderongListen to The SuperPower Podcast on your preferred platform:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ex8g6sUy4njLKT6VC7KaC?si=be692ece97814f74&nd=1&dlsi=c29b6098f60b4735Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-superpower-podcast-with-gian-power/id1708573347Filmed at: Podshop StudiosMusic provided by: James Mercy - Take You On (feat. PhiloSofie) [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/TYO Watch: http://youtu.be/Produced by: Podshop 00:00 From Early Life, Working At Lehman Brothers To Reinvention05:21 The Impact of Losing His Mum at 1707:52 Finding Resilience Through Adversity12:18 Redefining Success and Finding Purpose15:17 Unlocking Your Curiosity and Creativity30:49 Why Energy Management Beats Time Management35:15 Making Space to Think and Create40:55 Reinvention: The Skills, Inputs and Network Formula

Martine Wright MBE: The Inspiring Story of a 7/7 Bombing Survivor – Trauma, Transformation & Finding Purpose Beyond TragedyIn this deeply moving episode of The SuperPower Podcast, host Dr Gian Power OBE sits down with Martin Wright MBE, widely known as the most severely injured survivor of the 7/7 London bombings. Martine shares a powerful story of survival, resilience, and rebuilding a life after unimaginable trauma.⚡️ Before 7/7: Roots, Identity & Life Before Everything Changed: Martine reflects on her early life, family influences, and the experiences that shaped her outlook long before July 7, 2005. She offers insight into the person she was before the attack, and the life she never expected to lose.⚡️ The Day That Changed Everything: Martine recounts the harrowing moments of the London bombings with honesty and clarity - what she remembers, the chaos of the immediate aftermath, and the devastating physical and emotional injuries she sustained. She speaks candidly about the shock, fear, and uncertainty that followed.⚡️ Rebuilding From the Ground Up: Survival, Recovery & Mental Strength: The conversation dives deep into Martine’s extraordinary rehabilitation journey. She shares the reality of grueling medical procedures, the emotional toll of long-term recovery, and the unwavering determination required to rebuild her body and mind. Martine also reflects on the crucial role of family, friends, and medical professionals in helping her survive and persevere.⚡️ From Survivor to Paralympian: Rediscovering Strength Through Sport: During her recovery, Martine discovered adaptive sport - an unexpected turning point that reignited her competitive spirit and sense of purpose. She discusses her journey to becoming a Paralympian, the discipline and training involved, and the pride of representing her country on the world stage.⚡️ Turning Pain Into Purpose: Speaking, Service & Impact: Beyond sport, Martine shares how she found a new calling as a motivational speaker, using her lived experience to inspire others facing adversity. Together, Diane and Martin explore themes of mindset, community, identity, and how to find meaning after life-altering trauma.⚡️ Living With the Scars: Resilience, Acceptance & Hope: Martine reflects on the long-term impact of surviving a terror attack, both the visible and invisible scars, and the ongoing journey of healing. She offers practical advice on resilience, embracing change, and transforming setbacks into opportunities for growth.Martine’s story is one of extraordinary courage and transformation. It invites us to ask: When life changes in an instant, how do we choose to rise, rebuild, and live with purpose?Dive into more episodes and explore inspiring stories from incredible guests. Our podcast is all about discovering the unique superpowers that have shaped some of the most remarkable lives.Learn more about The SuperPower Podcast.Follow your host, Dr Gian Power OBE:https://www.instagram.com/gianpowerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gianpower/Follow Martine Wright MBE:https://www.instagram.com/martinewright7/?hl=enhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Unbroken-survival-Bombings-Paralympic-success/dp/1471160556Listen to The SuperPower Podcast on your preferred platform:SpotifyApple PodcastsFilmed at: Podshop StudiosMusic provided by: James Mercy - Take You On (feat. PhiloSofie) [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/TYO Watch: http://youtu.be/Produced by: Podshop

Marisa Peer: Rewiring Your Mind, Breaking “I’m Not Enough” & Transforming Your LifeIn this powerful episode of The SuperPower Podcast, host Dr Gian Power OBE sits down with world-renowned therapist Marisa Peer for a conversation that explores how your thoughts, beliefs, and childhood experiences shape your entire life.⚡️ The Root Belief: “I’m Not Enough” Marisa reveals how this core belief is formed in childhood and carried into adulthood, influencing confidence, relationships, and success.⚡️ Your Past Is Still Driving Your Present From family dynamics to coping roles, she explains how early experiences create patterns the mind repeats, often without us realising.⚡️ Why Logic Doesn’t Work In a battle between emotion and logic, emotion always wins. Marisa shares why real change comes from working with the subconscious.⚡️ Rewriting Your Inner Dialogue Your words shape your reality. Learn how to shift negative self-talk and replace it with beliefs that actually support you.⚡️ Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) Marisa introduces her method for quickly identifying and rewiring limiting beliefs, with real-life examples of lasting change.⚡️ From Self-Doubt to Self-Worth Covering imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and fear of rejection, Marisa shares practical tools to help you step into confidence.⚡️ Tools for Real Change From affirmations to visualisation, this episode is packed with actionable ways to transform your mindset and unlock your potential.Marisa leaves us with one powerful reminder: If your thoughts shape your reality… what are you choosing to believe?Dive into more episodes and explore inspiring stories from incredible guests. Our podcast is all about discovering the unique superpowers that have shaped some of the most remarkable lives.Learn more about The SuperPower Podcast:https://gianpower.com/podcast/Follow your host, Dr Gian Power OBE:https://www.instagram.com/gianpowerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gianpower/Listen to The SuperPower Podcast on your preferred platform:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ex8g6sUy4njLKT6VC7KaC?si=be692ece97814f74&nd=1&dlsi=c29b6098f60b4735Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-superpower-podcast-with-gian-power/id1708573347Filmed at: Podshop StudiosMusic provided by: James Mercy - Take You On (feat. PhiloSofie) [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/TYO Watch: http://youtu.be/Produced by: Podshop

Emad Shargi: From Freedom to Captivity, Surviving The Injustice in IranIn this unforgettable episode of The SuperPower Podcast, host Dr Gian Power OBE sits down with Emad Shargi for a conversation that spans dramatic extremes; beginning in warmth and security, and plunging into injustice, isolation, and ultimately, liberation.⚡️ The Early Years: Culture, Family & OpportunityEmad talks of his childhood in Tehran; family, culture, community, and possibility. He speaks about his academic journey, international education, and a rising career in global business that allowed him to form meaningful relationships around the world.⚡️ Arrest, Accusations & a Sudden End to FreedomEmad recounts the shocking day everything changed, arrested without warning while visiting Iran, and falsely charged with political crimes he did not commit. He takes listeners inside the confusion, fear, and psychological pressure of interrogation, separation, and the crushing uncertainty that followed.⚡️ Finding Humanity Behind Bars: Friendship, Kindness & SurvivalOver more than five years in prison, Emad describes the bleak conditions, the daily emotional battles, and the lifeline of connection he found in fellow prisoners. He reflects on shared resilience, unexpected friendships, and small, vital acts of kindness that kept hope alive when freedom felt impossibly distant.⚡️ Held, But Unbroken: Dignity, Hope & the Power of Global AdvocacyEmad speaks candidly about surviving captivity without losing himself. He reflects on preserving dignity, staying mentally strong, and his deep gratitude for the unwavering support from his family and international human rights advocates who fought loudly for his release.⚡️ The Longest Flight: Reunited at LastAfter five and a half unimaginable years, Emad describes the overwhelming emotion of his return to the United States, and the moment he finally embraced the people he feared he might never see again.⚡️ A Warning & a MissionNow free, Emad is outspoken in his message, highlighting the very real risks faced by dual nationals and foreign visitors in Iran. He advocates passionately for empathy, awareness, and action in support of political prisoners who remain unjustly detained.Emad’s impactful story leaves the audience with a question we should all ask ourselves: How can you use your voice to stand up for those who don’t yet have their freedom?Dive into more episodes and explore inspiring stories from incredible guests. Our podcast is all about discovering the unique superpowers that have shaped some of the most remarkable lives.Learn more about The SuperPower Podcast:https://gianpower.com/podcast/Follow your host, Dr Gian Power OBE:https://www.instagram.com/gianpowerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gianpower/Listen to The SuperPower Podcast on your preferred platform:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ex8g6sUy4njLKT6VC7KaC?si=be692ece97814f74&nd=1&dlsi=c29b6098f60b4735Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-superpower-podcast-with-gian-power/id1708573347Filmed at: Podshop StudiosMusic provided by: James Mercy - Take You On (feat. PhiloSofie) [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/TYO Watch: http://youtu.be/Produced by: Podshop

Race Across The World Winner Alfie Watts: From Loss to Limitless - Resilience, Purpose & Finding Light After LossIn this episode of The SuperPower Podcast, host Dr Gian Power OBE sits down with Alfie Watts, the youngest-ever winner of BBC’s Race Across the World Season 4. Alfie opens up about a journey marked by loss, determination, and an unshakable belief in what’s possible.⚡️ Growing Up Too Soon: Grief, Loss & Finding StrengthAlfie reflects on losing his mother at a young age and how grief shaped his childhood and adolescence. He shares how navigating life without her pushed him to grow fast, build emotional resilience, and search for meaning in the world around him.⚡️ Inside ‘Race Across the World’: Grit, Teamwork & Amazing MomentsHe takes us behind the scenes of the hit BBC show, revealing the physical and emotional challenges he faced, from long days on the road to moments of doubt and sheer exhaustion. Alfie speaks about the powerful bond he formed with his teammate, and the lessons the race taught him about trust, teamwork, and pushing through adversity.⚡️ Becoming a Travel Creator: Authenticity, Adventure & Viral StoriesAlfie dives into his life as a travel creator, sharing unforgettable stories from backpacking South America to connecting deeply with communities in Southeast Asia. He discusses why authenticity really matters, how sharing the highs and lows has built genuine trust with his audience, and how he uses his platform to spark conversations around mental health.⚡️ Turning Pain Into Purpose: Charity, Advocacy & Giving BackBeyond his travels, Alfie reflects on the charity work closest to his heart, supporting bereaved children and mental health initiatives. He talks about using his own story to help others feel seen, understood, and hopefulAlfie’s journey is a powerful reminder that even in the darkest moments, light can be found, and shared. His story leaves us with one question: How will you turn your challenges into purpose and impact?Dive into more episodes and explore inspiring stories from incredible guests. Our podcast is all about discovering the unique superpowers that have shaped some of the most remarkable lives.Learn more about The SuperPower Podcast:https://gianpower.com/podcast/Follow your host, Dr Gian Power OBE:https://www.instagram.com/gianpowerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gianpower/Follow Alfie Watts:https://www.instagram.com/_alfiewatts_/Listen to The SuperPower Podcast on your preferred platform:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ex8g6sUy4njLKT6VC7KaC?si=be692ece97814f74&nd=1&dlsi=c29b6098f60b4735Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-superpower-podcast-with-gian-power/id1708573347Filmed at: Podshop StudiosMusic provided by: James Mercy - Take You On (feat. PhiloSofie) [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/TYO Watch: http://youtu.be/Produced by: Podshop