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In this week's episode, Gail McNeill opens up about the moment she realised that having more wasn’t making her happier. She shares the powerful story of selling her house, letting go of almost all of her possessions, and discovering a new sense of freedom in living with less. Reflecting on her journey, Gail explores how success, status, and material things can leave us feeling emptier than we expect, and why true contentment often comes from within rather than from what we own.

Following that, Robin Sharma explores what it really means to find happiness in a world that constantly tells us to want more. He offers a deeper perspective on fulfilment, reminding us that lasting peace doesn’t come from achievement or external validation, but from our relationship with ourselves. Together, these conversations offer a moving reflection on freedom, self-worth, and the secret to a happier life.

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We surprised Pussycat Doll Kimberly Wyatt with a room full of kittens… just because we could 🐾

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🎙️ Full episode with Kimberly and Davina is out now , where Kimberly opens up about her childhood, how dance saved her, and the journey to the Pussycat Dolls.

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Sometimes beginning again means surviving what should have broken you.

In this episode of Begin Again, Kimberly Wyatt opens up about growing up in an environment where she felt vulnerable and unheard, and how those early experiences shaped her confidence, her identity, and her need to escape. Dance became more than a passion; it became her outlet, her therapy, and the first place she felt truly seen. 

She shares what it really felt like to enter the world of the Pussycat Dolls; the pressure, the intensity, and the emotional toll of chasing a dream that meant everything to her. A dream that, at times, made her question her worth, her place, and whether she was enough.

And yet, it was also the thing that changed her life.

Kimberly reflects on how dance and the Dolls gave her power, purpose, and a way to reclaim her story. From feeling replaceable to rebuilding her self-worth, this is a journey of resilience, identity, and learning how to stand in your own space.

She also opens up about motherhood, healing, and what it means to finally create the safety for her children that she didn’t always have growing up.

This episode is about survival, self-worth, and the courage to keep going, even when no one is there to catch you.

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(00:00) Intro

(00:24) Intro to Kimberly and Her Relationship to Davina

(01:44) Small-Town Upbringing & Discovering Her Love of Dance

(06:30) Surviving Abuse Within Her Family

(08:21) Overcoming Her Trauma Through Dance

(11:14) Rebuilding a Sense of Safety

(15:40) Having Her Kids and Unexpected Third Child

(18:23) Leaving for Dance School in New York at 14

(21:09) Building Her Dance Academy and Its Mission

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(25:01) Moving to LA at 17 and Becoming the Pussycat Dolls

(30:35) Internal Competition in the Pussycat Dolls

(34:46) The Pussycat Dolls’ Image and Owning Her Story

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(43:05) Finding a Way Out of the Pussycat Dolls

(46:43) Coming Back to Dance and Moving to London

(50:12) Familial Estrangement and Her Siblings

(53:27) Her 12 Years With Husband Max

(55:10) COVID Affected the Pussycat Dolls Reunion

(56:44) The Return of the Pussycat Dolls

(01:02:35) The Dolls’ Lineup and New Music

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In this week's episode, we dive into the evolving dynamics of parenting as your children grow into adults. Dearbhla Mescal shares her journey of adjusting to her children's adulthood, discussing how to navigate the shift from traditional parenting to supporting them as independent adults. She reflects on how to remain close while respecting their autonomy, finding balance in the new stage of their relationship.

Following that, Mel Robbins offers practical advice on how to maintain a healthy relationship with your adult children. She discusses the importance of setting boundaries, staying connected, and embracing the changes that come with this stage of life, while also highlighting the crucial role of communication in sustaining strong, supportive bonds.

Tune in for a thoughtful conversation on how to gracefully transition into a new phase of parenting as your children become adults, offering insights and real-life wisdom on fostering these crucial relationships.

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Sometimes beginning again means not starting over, but learning how to see your life in a new way…

In this episode of Begin Again, Joel Dommett opens up about the unexpected path behind his success, and the quiet insecurities that never quite go away.

From growing up feeling like he wasn’t naturally good at anything, to performing hundreds of gigs just to get better, Joel shares the reality of building a career through persistence rather than talent. What looks like overnight success is, in truth, years of rejection, self-doubt, and relentless effort.

But this conversation goes far beyond comedy.

Joel reflects on how becoming a father completely changed his perspective on time, success, and what really matters. For the first time, he began to slow down, to be present, and to recognise just how quickly life moves. And with that joy came something he didn’t expect… fear.

He speaks candidly about the vulnerability that comes with loving your life, your partner, your child, and the quiet anxiety that it could all be taken away. It’s an honest and deeply human exploration of what it means to feel grateful, and scared, at the same time.

From near-misses in his career to moments that could have gone completely wrong, Joel shares how some of the most uncertain decisions led to the biggest opportunities, and why embracing the unknown is often the thing that moves us forward.

This episode is about joy, perspective, and the courage to keep going, even when you don’t feel like you’re the most naturally talented person in the room.

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(00:00) Intro
(01:10) Co-Hosting Comic Relief With Davina and Catherine Tate
(08:20) Joel on Landing The Masked Singer
(12:54) Learning to Slow Down and Enjoy His Life
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(18:13) Joy The Masked Singer Brings
(23:50) The Masked Singer Secrets!
(29:02) Becoming a Father
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(34:22) Stand-Up and the Comedy Scene
(39:44) Joel on Moving to London and Finding Comedy
(49:31) Catfish Gate and Not Letting it Define Him
(01:02:06) Meeting his Wife, Hannah
(01:10:56) A Special Letter to Joel

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