Power Movers

EPISODE OVERVIEW

Duration: Approximately 45 minutes

Best For: Business owners drowning in marketing tasks who cannot justify full-time executive hires but desperately need strategic direction

Key Outcome: Understand how fractional leadership models give you a complete marketing infrastructure tailored to your constraints so you can stop being the bottleneck

THE BOTTOM LINE

If you have been trying to handle marketing yourself while running everything else in your business, you already know the result: scattered efforts, inconsistent results, and more hours stolen from your family and health. Charleh Knighton built an...

Duration: 00:43:35

EPISODE OVERVIEW

Duration: Approximately 35 minutes

Best For: Business owners who feel like they cannot step away without everything falling apart

Key Outcome: Learn how to integrate systems, AI, and human connection so your business operates smoothly while you reclaim time for health, family, and strategic thinking

THE BOTTOM LINE

You built your business to create freedom, but somewhere along the way it became a trap. Scott Abbott has spent 30 years helping business owners escape this exact prison. In this conversation, he reveals how the combination of a solid business...

Duration: 00:33:24

EPISODE OVERVIEW

Duration: Approximately 42 minutes

Best For: Business owners who feel like a slave to the company they built and want to create systems that work without constant involvement

Key Outcome: Understand how to identify your zone of genius, leverage AI as an accelerator rather than a complication, and design business models that scale your expertise without draining your energy

THE BOTTOM LINE

What if the reason you feel exhausted and trapped has nothing to do with working harder, and everything to do with working against your own wiring...

Duration: 00:45:30

EPISODE OVERVIEW

Duration: Approximately 45 minutes

Best For: Business owners struggling to scale without systems, drowning in operational chaos, or afraid to take the leap from employee to entrepreneur

Key Outcome: Learn the exact 4-step validation system that generated £100,000 offers from a single poster and discover why working ON your business (not just IN it) is the difference between burnout and breakthrough

THE BOTTOM LINE

David Payne went from primary school teacher to running a potentially £4 million entertainment empire in 18 months - but not by accident. Using a ruthless "test-before-you-build" ap...

Duration: 00:52:26

Best For: Business owners struggling with finding overlooked opportunities and sustainable scaling strategies

Key Outcome: What listeners will be able to do after this episode: Identify waste-to-wealth opportunities in their industry and build authentic, passion-driven businesses without sacrificing personal values

THE BOTTOM LINE

Cathy Crawley transformed from secretary to successful entrepreneur by solving a problem everyone ignored - food waste. Over 23 years, she's educated 100,000+ students, built a sustainable business with her husband, and discovered the secret to entrepreneurial longevity: staying true to your mission while remaining strategically small. If you're drowning in the...

Duration: 00:43:32

What happens when the daughter of Polly Pocket's inventor becomes an art therapist and decides to leap into entrepreneurship? In this deeply personal and inspiring conversation, Kate Wiggs shares her remarkable journey from growing up in a creative, entrepreneurial household to finding her calling in mental health and art therapy.

After working across an incredible range of settings—from corporate boardrooms to addiction centres, schools to hospices—Kate has witnessed the full spectrum of human experience. Now, following her father's passing, she's channelling decades of wisdom into building an online community and school to share art therapy skil...

Duration: 00:37:14

Episode Summary

Join us for an incredible conversation with Angelo Sisco, a fellow Boss Up coach and inspiring entrepreneur who transformed his life after a devastating motorcycle accident. From weighing 300 pounds to building a CrossFit empire, Angelo shares his remarkable journey through the fitness industry, business systems, and his insights on AI's role in the future of business.

Guest Bio: Angelo Cisco

Angelo Cisco is a seasoned entrepreneur and business coach with over 20 years of experience building and scaling companies. After a life-changing motorcycle accident at 21, Angelo discovered his passion for fitness through...

Duration: 00:41:12

🎧 Episode Summary:

In this inspiring episode of Power Movers, host Roy Castleman sits down with Stephen Johnson, the UK Managing Director of Quooker and a powerhouse entrepreneur who took his company from a humble garage operation to a £100 million+ success story. Known for his grit, vision, and unshakeable belief in giving back, Stephen opens up about his journey from failing at school to learning the ropes in his father’s factory — and how that old-school discipline shaped the foundation for his modern, purpose-driven business leadership.

But this conversation goes deeper than just business. Stephen shares how disc...

Duration: 00:46:44

🎧 Episode Overview

In this powerful and vulnerable episode of Power Movers, Roy Castleman sits down with Sharon Aneja, the Chief Heart Officer of Humanity Works Consultancy, to explore the vital intersection of human-centred leadership, resilience, and the evolving role of AI in the workplace.

Sharon shares her deeply personal transformation from a high-powered corporate executive to a leader devoted to creating emotionally intelligent, high-performing teams. From surviving a near-death medical crisis to pioneering the role of a fractional Chief Heart Officer in major tech and finance companies, Sharon reveals why now—more than ever—we must le...

Duration: 00:53:33

Host: Roy Castleman

Guest: Roger Campbell II, Founder of AI Business Foundry & GEMS Stack

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AllthePower

Episode Overview

In this episode, Roy is joined by Roger Campbell II, a visionary AI strategist and founder of AI Business Foundry and GEMS Stack. They explore how business owners can use AI not just for tools—but for real, strategic elevation.

Roger shares his personal journey from corporate director to entrepreneur, how a personal tragedy led to reinvention, and what bu...

Duration: 00:47:07

In this heartfelt episode of the Power Movers Podcast, Roy Castleman sits down with two inspiring figures from his circle — Alex, a former agency owner turned brand storyteller, and Simon, a seasoned corporate veteran and ultra-runner. Together, they explore the intersection of entrepreneurship, identity, and fitness, sharing personal stories of burnout, self-discovery, and transformation. If you’re a business owner feeling overwhelmed, this conversation will challenge you to reconnect with your true self, build systems that serve you, and reclaim your life.

Timestamps (Chapters)

00:00 – Meet Alex and Simon: Why These Two Matter

05:12 – Alex’s Story: F...

Duration: 00:46:05

💥 Episode Summary

What happens when two ordinary women make an extraordinary decision?

Join Roy Castleman on this electrifying episode of the Power Movers Podcast as he welcomes Katja Hasfeld and Sandra Abdul Karim, two Wim Hof Method instructors who took on one of the toughest challenges imaginable—climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro in just 46 hours.

For most climbers, summiting Africa’s tallest peak is a slow journey. The average route takes 6 to 8 days to allow the body to properly acclimatize. But Sandra and Katja did it in less than two—with no shortcuts, no excuses, and no co...

Duration: 00:43:46

Lynda Howarth is the definition of a Power Mover. A high-performance entrepreneur who built and exited 10 fitness businesses—Lynda faced burnout, a serious injury, and the collapse of an industry she once dominated.

But that wasn’t the end.

It was the beginning of something smarter.

In this raw and empowering episode, Roy Castleman sits down with Lynda to unpack the real entrepreneurial journey—one filled with ambition, exhaustion, reinvention, and a relentless drive to create freedom on her own terms.

From launching her first gym at age 27 to bootstrapping a tech-f...

Duration: 00:42:33

🔗 Guest Website: https://causeaneffect.co.uk ⏱️

Duration: 59 minutes👤Host: Roy Castleman

🎧 Guest: Clare Amos, Chartered Business Psychologist | Founder of Cause An Effect

Consulting | Cranfield University Faculty

🔍 Episode Overview:

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, Roy welcomes Clare Amos, a Chartered Business Psychologist and founder of Cause An Effect Consulting. Clare is known for her transformative leadership work with high-performing executives, senior teams, and global business leaders through her programs at Cranfield University and beyond. Clare shares insights into self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and performance psychology—highlighting the deep internal work necessary for auth...

Duration: 00:56:36

In this episode of Power Movers, Roy Castleman sits down with leadership coach and entrepreneur Suzanne Hopson to explore her inspiring journey from working three jobs as a young single mom to becoming President of Operations in a major property company—and then stepping into entrepreneurship to build her own consulting firm, here2elevate. Suzanne shares powerful insights on overcoming fear, finding mentors, stepping into leadership, and the game-changing impact of business operating systems. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this conversation is a masterclass in clarity, courage, and reinvention.

What You’ll Lea...

Duration: 00:38:46

In this powerful and deeply human episode of Power Movers, host Roy Castleman, founder of All the Power Ltd, sits down with Amaury Renard – a former luxury watch executive turned skydiving coach, freediving instructor, and transformational guide. This episode dives deep into Amaury’s extraordinary transition from corporate burnout to a life of freedom, presence, and purpose.

Amaury opens up about the challenges he faced growing up, the trauma that shaped him, and how he built a successful but ultimately unfulfilling career. Through freediving, skydiving, and meditation, he reconnected with his authentic self and now helps high-performing prof...

Duration: 00:37:21

In this powerful and deeply moving episode of Power Movers, Roy sits down with Lorraine McDonnell — public speaker, bestselling author, and Level 2 Wim Hof Method instructor — to explore the raw, unfiltered story behind her transformation from trauma survivor to fearless leader and guide. From a free-spirited childhood on a farm in rural Ireland to surviving two brutal assaults that would alter her life path, Lorraine shares how she hid her pain for years — only for it to surface decades later in the form of PTSD, panic attacks, and addiction. But that was only the beginning of her comeback. Through courag...

Duration: 00:48:30

In this episode of Power Movers, I sit down with my good friend Max Munson—a serial entrepreneur, Wim Hof instructor, and world champion ice swimmer. Max shares his inspiring journey from moving to Prague in 1992 with nothing, to building seven restaurants, a brewing company, and an import/export business. We also explore his transition into wellness, how he became a competitive swimmer in his late 40s, and his journey into cold exposure and breathwork.

We talk about the power of mental resilience, navigating financial crises in business, and how entrepreneurs can use wellness practices to reduce st...

Duration: 00:52:12

In this episode of Power Movers, host Roy Castleman sits down with business operating system expert Scott Abbott to discuss the power of structured systems in scaling businesses. Scott, the visionary behind BOS UP, shares his journey, insights, and strategies for implementing Ninety.io—a powerful SaaS-based business operating system—into small and medium-sized enterprises. Together, they explore how business owners can regain control, increase efficiency, and ultimately live the life they love.

From leadership principles to AI’s role in modern business, this episode is packed with actionable insights for entrepreneurs looking to optimize their operations and fi...

Duration: 00:58:25

In this inspiring episode of Power Movers, host Roy Castleman welcomes Simon Bowden, a leader who has lived a life of adventure, transformation, and resilience. From surviving lions in the African bush as a teenager to managing high-stakes business transformations in Saudi Arabia, Simon’s journey is a masterclass in leadership, wellness, and defying ageism.

Together, Roy and Simon explore the lessons learned from extreme environments, the power of breathwork and cold exposure, and the vital role of business operating systems and AI in modern business success. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a leader, or someone looking to ma...

Duration: 01:01:52

In this episode of Power Movers, I sit down with the inspirational David Payne, a former helicopter engineer and teacher turned artist manager, entrepreneur, and mentor. David shares his incredible journey of transformation, from leaving a 9-to-5 job to building a life driven by passion, creativity, and helping others achieve their dreams.

We explore:

How David transitioned from teaching to managing performers full-time.The moment he decided to take the leap into entrepreneurship.Lessons learned from marketing, mentorship, and managing world-record-breaking magicians.The creation of Full Time Talent, empowering artists to make a living doing what...

Duration: 00:49:41

In this inspiring episode of Power Movers, host Roy Castleman sits down with Sarah Rose, a mother of three, holistic therapist, and newly minted Wim Hof Method instructor. Sarah shares her incredible journey of self-discovery, resilience, and transformation as she battled five autoimmune diseases, overcame profound physical and mental challenges, and embraced the Wim Hof Method to reclaim her health and life.

Discover how Sarah transitioned from relying on electric wheelchairs and daily medications to becoming a thriving entrepreneur, supporting others through her holistic health practice. Her journey highlights the power of commitment, community, and self-belief, offering...

Duration: 00:56:39

In this inspiring episode of Power Movers, Roy sits down with Laura Vaillancourt, a licensed mental health counselor, geriatric mental health specialist, and podcaster, to discuss how AI has transformed her approach to both healthcare and business. Laura shares her journey of integrating tools like ChatGPT into her caregiving practice, offering invaluable insights into streamlining operations, supporting caregivers, and improving patient outcomes—all while navigating the complexities of HIPAA compliance.

From leveraging AI for personalized communication with non-English-speaking caregivers to brainstorming creative treatment plans, Laura reveals how AI has enhanced her team’s ability to think outside the...

Duration: 00:30:48

In this deeply personal solo episode, Roy Castleman reflects on one of the most pivotal chapters of his entrepreneurial journey—pursuing a dream that turned into a nightmare. From acquiring his first IT company to stepping into the exhilarating world of adventure centers, Roy shares the highs of living his dream and the devastating lows of watching it fall apart.

He opens up about the lessons learned from running an ambitious adventure business with wind tunnels, wave machines, and escape rooms while managing three IT companies. Roy candidly discusses the challenges of juggling multiple industries, the struggles of...

Duration: 00:17:11

What happens when your biggest dream turns into your toughest lesson? In this raw and powerful episode, Roy Castleman shares the behind-the-scenes journey of acquiring his dream adventure centre—only to watch it unravel under the weight of debt, burnout, and a global pandemic. For business owners pushing toward scale, this episode delivers hard-won lessons about vision, resilience, and knowing when to walk away.

Timestamps (Chapters)

00:00 – The dream begins: Buying the adventure centre

02:10 – From excitement to overwhelm: Managing 150 staff across 12 businesses

04:20 – When the lights went out: Losing six months of revenue

06...

Duration: 00:15:55

In this continuation of their inspiring conversation, Roy Castleman and Katherine Barr dive deeper into the transformative possibilities of AI and the profound questions it raises about humanity. They discuss the fears surrounding AI, the ethics of its use, and how it can be a tool for freedom, creativity, and deeper human connection. The conversation explores how AI can be a "bicycle for the mind," helping entrepreneurs and individuals free up time to focus on what truly matters.

Roy and Katherine also touch on the essence of consciousness, the role of empathy in an AI-driven world, and...

Duration: 00:54:23

In this first episode of Power Movers, Roy sits down with Ailsa — a creative entrepreneur, fitness instructor, and wellness advocate — to explore how she rebuilt her business from the edge of burnout using wellness practices, business operating systems, and AI tools.

This isn’t theory. It’s lived experience.

You’ll hear how Ailsa restructured her schedule, embraced the BOS model, simplified her marketing using AI, and prioritized breathwork and cold exposure to build both resilience and clarity.

If you’ve been feeling stretched thin and know something has to change, this episode is your call...

Duration: 00:57:41