2024 British Podcast Award Winner & 2025 Radio Academy Award Nominated Podcast

Health & Fitness Episodes

Physical and mental well-being are integral to the recovery process, and this category explores the role of health and fitness in fostering resilience. Episodes feature personal stories of individuals who have used exercise, mindfulness, and healthy lifestyle choices to support their recovery. Discussions with experts provide insights into how fitness can alleviate stress, improve mental health, and build self-esteem. The category also addresses practical strategies for incorporating fitness into everyday routines and overcoming barriers to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. By focusing on the connection between health, fitness, and recovery, the podcast emphasises the holistic nature of healing
Neil Firbank: Heroin Recovery and The National Recovery Games
March 6, 2026

Neil Firbank: Heroin Recovery and The National Recovery Games

In this episode of Believe in People: Addiction, Recovery & Stigma, Neil Firbank joins us to discuss heroin addiction recovery and how connection and purpose can transform lives. We explore themes of addiction recovery, traum...

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Believe in People EXTRA: Steroids - The Real Cost of Performance Drugs
Feb. 6, 2026

Believe in People EXTRA: Steroids - The Real Cost of Performance Drugs

This short episode of Believe in People Extra features a focused clip from our conversation with Adam Maxted - UK wrestling star, personal trainer, and two-time Love Island contestant. Adam speaks openly about steroids, testi...

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Joe Sealey: Cocaine, Fame & Football Legacy - Recovery Behind Reality TV
Dec. 24, 2025

Joe Sealey: Cocaine, Fame & Football Legacy - Recovery Behind Reality TV

In this episode of Believe in People: Addiction, Recovery & Stigma , Joe Sealey joins us to discuss cocaine addiction, alcohol misuse, grief, and recovery. Known to millions as a cast member on The Real Housewives of Cheshire...

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Andy Woodward: Trauma, False Accusation, Alcohol Recovery and Rebuilding Life After Collapse
Nov. 21, 2025

Andy Woodward: Trauma, False Accusation, Alcohol Recovery and Rebuilding Life After Collapse

In this episode of Believe in People: Addiction, Recovery & Stigma , we conclude our two-part conversation with Andy Woodward , who reflects on the long-term psychological effects of childhood trauma and how those experiences...

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