In Episode 2 of the podcast, the hosts discuss the journey and experiences of the Harrison family. Dean, Nathan and Glenn discuss the motorcycle industry, including their challenges and ambitions. They explore topics like the racing culture on the Isle of Man, personal growth through adversity, and the dynamics of family involvement in motorcycle racing. The episode illustrates the passion for motorbikes and the supportive community surrounding the sport.

From Crashes to Comebacks: How Heartbreak Ignited a Champion's Journey

In this episode of The Word podcast, host Martin engages in a deep discussion with elite athlete Georgia, who reflects on her journey through sports, including her experiences with injuries, competition, and personal growth. Georgia shares insights into the mental challenges she faces as an athlete, her approach to recovery, and her aspirations for future success, including winning an Olympic gold medal. The conversation emphasizes the importance of resilience, support, and the joy of racing, as well as the lessons learned from setbacks in her athletic career.

Breaking Barriers: An Athlete's Journey from Injury to Olympic Glory

In this episode of the Deep Dive podcast, the hosts discuss the journey and impact of Recycle Collect, a social enterprise focused on recycling on the Isle of Man. The guest reflects on the rapid growth of the business over four years, highlighting community engagement, challenges in selling recycling services, and the importance of education in shifting public mindsets about recycling. The conversation also touches on the company culture, the significance of local support, and future plans for using electric vehicles for recycling operations.

Clara Issac | Recycling Revolution: How One Woman's Gamble Transformed a Community!

In this episode, the hosts discuss high-performance techniques and mental resilience with guests Elliott, an ex-professional bike racer, and Ian, the only Wim Hof instructor on the Isle of Man. They delve into the importance of physical and mental training, including the Wim Hof breathing method and its benefits for improving athletic performance and mental health. The conversation also touches on personal journeys, the impact of training on resilience, and the role of breathwork in managing stress and enhancing recovery.

Coffee with Conor | Unlocking Human TT Potential: The Mind-Body Connection to High Performance

In this episode of The Deep Dive, we’re joined by Sarah Mercer, co-founder of Earthscope, a social enterprise dedicated to transforming the Isle of Man into a nature-first nation. Sarah shares her journey from aspiring environmental lawyer to climate communicator and change maker, offering insight into how Earthscope is driving sustainability through transformative training, stakeholder engagement, and community-led initiatives tailored to the Island’s unique needs.

The conversation explores the connections between climate change and biodiversity loss, the importance of embedding nature into corporate governance, and why local action is vital in addressing global challenges. Sarah also speaks to the urgent need to cut greenhouse gas emissions - often discussed in terms of fossil fuel use (and she notes that in this context, she misspoke early in the episode and meant to say “greenhouse gases”) - and the power of storytelling in inspiring collective action.

Since recording, Sarah has let us know that 18 new Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) have been submitted globally since the original 2020 pledges - an encouraging sign of increasing climate ambition.

Sarah Mercer | From Law to Ecology: Discover the Journey of a Passionate Environmental Advocate

In this episode of The M Word Podcast, hosts Martin and Matt catch up on Max's journey in the professional cycling world for the first half of 2025. They delve into his experiences at elite races such as the Tour Down Under and the iconic Paris Roubaix, discussing the challenges of transitioning to the highest level of professional cycling and the differences in racing dynamics. Max shares insights on training, nutrition, and the intensity of cycling at the highest levels, highlighting the importance of team support and personal improvement.

Max Walker | Stepping up and riding against Mathieu Van Der Poel and Tadej Pogačar | EF Education

In this episode of The M Word Podcast, hosts Martin and Matt chat with Percy Hampton about various topics, including his upbringing, experiences, and perspectives on young people's engagement in politics. They discuss the importance of resilience, the need for better communication between politicians and the public, and the unique challenges faced by the Isle of Man. Percy emphasises the value of curiosity and encourages younger generations to take action rather than complain about issues, highlighting the need for a proactive approach to shaping their community.

Percy Hampton | Breaking the Mold: Percy’s Journey to Island Influencer

In this episode of the Deep Dive Podcast, hosts Martin and Lyle welcome Tim Groves, a chartered surveyor and residential property expert at Black Grace Cowley estate agents. Tim shares insights on the real estate market on the Isle of Man, discussing the dynamics between commercial and residential sectors, the impact of supply shortages, and the community-focused approach of his firm in enhancing client relationships and service quality.

Unlocking the Secrets of the Isle of Man Property Market: Insider Tips You Never Knew!

In this episode, Martin and Matt sit down with one of the Isle of Man’s most exciting young athletes, Regan Corrin, joined by his strength and conditioning coach, Ben Carling.

Regan shares his journey from kicking a football at age four to becoming the first Manx athlete to break the seven-metre barrier in the long jump, setting a new Isle of Man record of 7.31 m. He also talks about his national championship win, Great Britain call-up, and his growing passion for both long jump and high jump.

Together with Ben, they explore what it takes to compete at the top level — from mastering technique and mindset to understanding the difference between speed jumpers and power jumpers, and how subtle factors like track surface, wind conditions, and confidence can make or break a jump.

The conversation also dives into:
 • The science behind explosive performance and tendon strength.
 • How modern strength and conditioning compares to the brutal training regimes of past generations.
 • Regan’s reflections on balancing confidence, discipline, and resilience as a young athlete on the rise.

It’s an inspiring and technical look into the world of athletics — full of insights on mindset, marginal gains, and the pursuit of excellence.

Regan Corrin and Ben Carling. “Beyond the Runway. Strength, Speed & the Science of Jumping”

In an extended episode we chat to Dan about studying Egypotology and how he transitioned to a local telecommunications before going down the rabbit hole of bitcoin and into blockchain. Now working full time in the blockchain space we chat about: 

Basics of Bitcoin, decentralization, self sovereignty, the documentary fakefluencer, the Isle of Man, Capitalism and a lot more.

Find Dan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thewetwareia/

Series 3 - Episode 4 - Dan Thomas - Decentralised Tech Specialist #blockchain #crypto

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