The Passion Stories Podcast
1) Running, resilience and the rise of women’s sport with Juliette Denny
This week Emma is joined by by Juliette Denny, ultra runner and adventurer. Juliette shares her running journey, from growing up as a footballer to the loss of a close friend and recently taking on t...Show More
2) Cycling around the world with Duncan Covey
On this week’s episode Emma is joined by Duncan Covey, who recently returned from cycling around the world. Duncan left London in April 2024, cycling across Europe, Asia, Australia and the US, riding ...Show More
3) How to design your home with Olivia Caplan
In this week’s episode Emma is joined by Olivia Caplan, interior designer and social media influencer. Olivia shares her journey from chartered surveyor to interior designer and why she started creati...Show More
4) Why we shouldn’t be afraid of sharks with Bertie Gregory
This week Emma is joined by Bertie Gregory, National Geographic explorer and wildlife filmmaker. Winner of numerous awards, including a BAFTA, EMMY and the 2025 Rolex National Geographic Explorer of t...Show More
5) Ultrarunning and sustainability with Damian Hall
On this week’s episode Emma is joined by Damian Hall, ultrarunner, and co-founder of the Green Runners. A record-breaking runner, Damian is often found on a podium at iconic races like the Spine Race,...Show More
6) Stitching and spontaneity with Harriet Riddell
What is textile performance? Why is a sewing machine so loud? Does technology have a place in art? This week, Emma is joined by Harriet Riddell, a textile performance artist who creates art with her s...Show More
7) Mastering the breath with David (Jacko) Jackson
This week Emma is joined by breathwork coach, mentor, and former professional rugby player David Jackson, known as Jacko.After a traumatic brain injury ended his rugby career, Jacko discovered breathw...Show More
8) How to break an outright Guinness World Record with Dr Sarah Ruggins
This week on the Passion Stories podcast, Emma is joined by Dr Sarah Ruggins, who recently smashed the LEJOGLE there and back overall record - cycling from John O’Groats to Land’s End and back again i...Show More
9) How to be a pro athlete in two sports with Annabel Fisher
Can you be a professional athlete in two different sports? In the latest episode Emma is joined by Annabel Fisher who is both a pro gravel cyclist and pro nordic skier. From March to October Annabel r...Show More
10) Animation, emotion and wildlife with Aaron Blaise
In this episode, Emma is joined by legendary animator, director, and filmmaker Aaron Blaise, best known for his work on Disney classics including The Lion King, Brother Bear, and Beauty and the Beast....Show More