Join us at the table this week for a conversation about the ups and downs of being single and the role that dating apps play in today's dating scene. In this episode, we'll delve into the reasons why some people are single, and we'll also explore the benefits and drawbacks of using dating apps to find love. We'll explore the idea that being single is a choice, as well as factors that can contribute to being single, such as fear of commitment, lack of self-confidence, and difficulty finding compa...
May 08, 2023•36 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Join us at the table for this latest episode, where we will be discussing the relevance of the British monarchy. This week will see the coronation of King Charles… and as one of the oldest and most prominent monarchies in the world, the British monarchy has had a significant impact on the country's history and culture. However, in recent years, there has been a growing debate about whether the monarchy is still relevant in today's society. In this episode, we will explore the pros and cons of th...
May 01, 2023•42 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Join us at the table for a conversation about gossip! In this episode, we delve into the topic of gossip and its effects on individuals and society. We will discuss how gossip can be harmful to those who are talked about, as well as the people who spread it. We will explore the reasons why people gossip, including the psychological and social factors that drive gossip. We will also examine the impact of gossip on workplace culture and relationships, including how it can contribute to a toxic wor...
Apr 24, 2023•51 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Join us at the table as we explore the concept of busyness and how it affects our emotional wellbeing. Is keeping busy a form of escapism that prevents us from dealing with our emotions? Or is it a therapeutic lifeline that helps us stay focused and productive during difficult times? Join us as we delve into these questions and more. We'll examine the impact of busyness on our mental health and offer strategies for finding a healthy balance. I’ll also share personal stories and experiences of th...
Apr 17, 2023•51 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Join me at the table for this special episode as we celebrate National Pet Month. We will be exploring the importance of pets in our lives and the myriad of benefits they bring. We discuss the emotional, psychological, physical, and social benefits of having pets, as well as their therapeutic roles in our lives. Additionally, we delve into the reasons why some people choose not to have pets, touching on barriers like allergies, financial concerns, and ethical considerations. Lastly, we highlight...
Apr 10, 2023•39 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Join me at the table this week as we have a conversation about lockdown. I know that it’s something we don’t want to look back as we all have memories of that period of time that we would like to forget. Why doesn’t Britain regret lockdown? I also joined Anna Brees for a conversation about media and how we move forward, I share some exerts from that interview. For the full interview, visit https://m.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR1WczKCes2UBY2-xr9fXFVUk8ux_KCMHpySUo5bmd0sNiFr4YxKi0547d0&v=E7g_...
Apr 03, 2023•30 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Are you ready for a world without cash? Join me at the table as we explore the fascinating world of a cashless society. We'll take a deep dive into the pros and cons of going cashless and what it means for our economy and society as a whole. We’ll share some insightful perspectives on topics such as digital currencies, mobile payments, and the future of banking. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or simply curious about the changing landscape of money and what that could mean for you, this episode...
Mar 26, 2023•34 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Welcome back to the table! In this week’s episode, the first of series 3 I share one of my most personal journeys - the loss of my Dad. I talk about my experience at the end of my Dad’s life and what the first year without him has been like. I also explore some of what losing my Dad has taught me. I can only share my experiences and it is important to note that grief and loss is unique to us all. If you would like to delve deeper into the 7 stages of grief, check out Elizabeth Kubler-Ross’ work....
Mar 20, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Welcome back to the table, it’s been a long time. The new season, series, whatever you want to call it starts on Monday 20th March 2023. A new episode will drop each Monday. Here is a little taster of some of the conversations to come…
Mar 17, 2023•6 min•Season 3Ep. 1
The table has turned this week and I’m being asked the questions by my friend Simon! In 2015 I was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease. Crohn’s is a lifelong condition of which no one knows what causes it. There’s currently no cure. With 76% of people with Crohn’s and Colitis feeling like the public don’t understand the conditions I thought it’s a good time to share my story of being diagnosed and living with Crohn’s. This week in the UK it is Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness week, for more information ...
Dec 03, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Joining me for this week’s Table Conversation is hypnotist Doug Sands… Doug specialises in using hypnosis for weight loss. He says by focussing on the emotions behind weight gain he can help his clients achieve significant weight loss. Doug explains how he found hypnosis and how we can use it to communicate with our subconscious mind to overcome stress, anxiety and lose weight. He also dispels some of the myths about hypnosis and how our mind works with food. He shares a mini introduction to hyp...
Nov 26, 2021•42 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Table Conversation is one years old this week! I’ll be chatting with you about this milestone. Creating and sharing the table each week has given me the birthday gift, a big improvement in my self confidence and that’s what I’m sharing with you this week. What is confidence? How do we measure our self confidence? Listen to hear some tips and advice that I’ve discovered and used to help boost confidence. Birthday Music; It's Your Birthday! by Monk Turner + Fascinoma Music promoted by https://www....
Nov 19, 2021•33 min•Season 2Ep. 11
It’s that time for our conversation at the table! This week taking a seat at the table is Integrative Counsellor and Psycho-educational coach Andrew Ellis. Andrew has a passion for in helping others work through the more difficult stages in their lives in the belief that we all deserve to experience our best lives. Andrew talks about what lead him to his career in counselling, what a session of counselling with him would be like and some of those difficult subjects like anxiety, grief, self acce...
Nov 12, 2021•58 min•Season 2Ep. 10
This week I hopped into town for an evening with Holly Willoughby, it wasn’t a one on one but it was an event for the launch of her book Reflections! Join me at the table as I share what I took from the evening and listening to Holly’s book. Reflections by Holly Willoughby is out now. This lead to a late night in a week where I have been struggling with sleep since the clock change. Hear what science has to say about changing the clocks and why sleep is so important to us. I’ll also offer some o...
Nov 05, 2021•41 min•Season 2Ep. 9
OK, artistic licence, it’s not really a quote from Shakespeare! It is a question that a couple of weeks ago I had to ask myself. After looking at the screen time setting on my phone I was disgusted with myself - I was spending over one and a half days a week staring at my screen. Join me at the table this week to find out what I have been doing tor reduce this time. I will also share the science I have discovered that explains why and how we get addicted to our screens.
Oct 28, 2021•28 min•Season 2Ep. 8
It’s just me and you at the table this week, asking whether we should just cancel Christmas now? I am sure you can guess my answer! With supply chain issues will we even have a turkey on the table? I’m exploring some of the reasons why we are experiencing some shortages and why I believe we need to have a think about what Christmas is really about. It seems that Project Fear is on it’s way back with some parts of the media beginning to tell stories of demands for Covid restrictions to return. Li...
Oct 21, 2021•39 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Get yourself comfortable, it’s time for this week’s Table Conversation! With me at the table today is my friend Gemma. This past week in the UK it has been Baby Loss Awareness week, Gemma joins me to share her story of miscarriage. Gemma bravely and openly talks about her three losses and how women in the UK must have had three miscarriages in a row before it is considered a medical issue. This can often lead women, lead couples to feel like they are overreacting or that their loss is discounted...
Oct 14, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 6
This week I am joined at the table by my cousin Corrie - at 40 now, Corrie has been battling stage 4 cancer since November 2018. After over 40 rounds of chemotherapy, numerous operations including having his primary tumour removed, a liver resection and having a colostomy bag - he shares some of his story, how he keeps physically and mentally in the best shape he can, his hopes for the future and why a ground breaking treatment is so important to him. He is a complete inspiration, someone I am b...
Oct 06, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 5
This week I’m joined by Diana Indries, creator of Better Topics card game for couples. Diana is very passionate about helping couples improve their communication - which is why she created the game. She’s been helping hundreds of couples and she joins me at the table to talk about law of attraction, how she met her husband, having it all, feeling gratitude, communication and how to play Better Topics! Find out more about Diana and Better Topics on the website - www.bettertopics.com Download the ...
Sep 30, 2021•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 4
This week I’m joined at the table by Lily Walford, one of the founders of lovewithintelligence.com – the only dating company that uses CIA level behavioural technology. Lily is an international dating coach who has been focused on how busy professionals can date safely and successfully using CIA technology, profiling and body language – all to help her clients find lasting love. We’re talking where to find the one, dating, manipulation, control, cheating, narcissism, trust, relationship goals, c...
Sep 23, 2021•54 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Join me this week at the table as I share what contracting Covid taught me and how one particular purchase has changed my life! Has having the virus changed my viewpoint on restrictions, lockdowns and vaccine status passports? Listen and find out! Keep in touch on social media - @iamcraigstorey or leave me a voice message by visiting www.iamcraigstorey.com.
Sep 16, 2021•25 min•Season 2Ep. 2
It’s been a while! We last sat around the table at the end of May, listen to my reflections of the Summer and what you can expect from Season 2 of Table Conversation!
Sep 16, 2021•9 min•Season 2Ep. 1
It’s the last supper around the table, for now... Join me in the last episode of this series as I answer your questions about the podcast, my experiences and me! Find out what made me decide to create a podcast, which ones I listen to and who inspires me. Follow me on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to be one of the first to know when the next series drops - all @iamcraigstorey.
May 20, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Pick up your drink of choice because it's time to join me at the table for more conversation! This week international travel will no longer be illegal, I for one cannot wait to be on a beach somewhere hot with a cocktail in my hand! I know that not everyone feels this way, hear my thoughts about that. Plus, has the working from home experiment been a failure? Was I wrong for criticising my friend for calling all his employees back to the office as soon as he could? The research is in and it make...
May 13, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Gather round the table for our weekly chat. This week hear how the story of Jim Snodgrass, an 84 year old widower from Edinburgh got me thinking about missing my daily walks! Although the past year has left me with scars and battle wounds (mentally and physically!) it also gave me opportunity to build some positive habits and hobbies. Now life is returning and time is limited some of these are slipping by the wayside! I'm chatting about what from the past year I want to take with me on the walk ...
May 06, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Saying 'no' is the theme of this week's conversation.. Firstly saying no to the narrative of fear that is being driven by many media outlets and our government. I'll share some perspective and context of the current situation in India and my thoughts on why feeling fearful and helpless is no good for you or anyone living in India. Saying 'no' is something I struggle with and this has been brought to my attention as the post lockdown invites are coming in. Listen to some of the research about why...
Apr 29, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Have you ever done an extra lap of the swimming pool? Waiting for the moment when no one is watching to get out? Have you ever wanted to change your career but been worried about what your friends will say? Have you ever decided not to wear an outfit you love because you're not sure you 'can pull it off'? If you can answer yes to any of those questions or you have ever feared being noticed, watched or talked about then this week's Table Conversation is for you. Join me at the table as we talk ab...
Apr 22, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Hear how this week for me has been a week of two halves - celebratory with the easing of some lockdown restrictions, commiseratory hearing and seeing how lockdown has left some of my family. Plus 'Frustrated of Warrington' has been in touch for some advice on cutting ties with friends. Is it OK to cut off long standing friends? How do you do this with minimal drama? Listen to what I have to share and let me know if you have any tips you would like to bring to the table. If you would like to be f...
Apr 15, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 23
This week I'm joined at the table by Nik, a veterinary surgeon. From the Greek island of Chios to Leeds, Nik shares his career journey. A health hero for our animals, he gives us an insight into the challenges of the past year. Before I put some of your questions to him we also discussed some of the reasons why the suicide rate amongst vets is four times the national average in the UK. Content warning: suicide, animal euthanasia. The campaign 'Not One More Vet' can be found at https://nomv.org M...
Apr 08, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Happy Easter! This week's episode is a bonus for the Easter holiday, join me at the table to hear just how the Easter story of over 2,000 years ago can still be relevant to our lives in 2021.
Apr 01, 2021•8 min•Season 1Ep. 22
