FERRI UNFILTERED

Ever had that moment where you just thought, “F*ck it… I need a break”?This week on Ferri Unfiltered, Chris and Laura dive into the power of saying no, stepping back, and taking time off , not because you’re lazy, but because you’re recharging.From spontaneous holidays to those “lightbulb in the shower” ideas, we’re unpacking why slowing down might just be your superpower.Press pause to move forward.

Tough Mudder & Tougher MindsetsThis week, Laura and I dive into the mud, literally and mentally.We talk about why we signed up for Tough Mudder 12 years ago… and why it hit different this time.How our goals have changed.How we’ve changed.And how the same challenge now feels like a whole new adventure.Laura opens up about proving to herself she could do it after becoming a mum.And I chat through my own fear of the water obstacles, and what it taught me about mindset, fear, and growth.We also touch on:– Why your training doesn’t need to stay the same forever– What makes us push ourselves in new ways– And how your “why” evolves as your life doesIf you’ve ever felt like you’re outgrowing an old version of yourself…Or if you’ve been scared to try something because “you’re not the same anymore”This one’s for you 💭💪

This week, Laura and I go deep on change—the kind that sneaks up on you.We chat about:Why growing older means your energy shifts (and that’s a good thing)How some friendships fade while others find you when you need themMy spooky psychic reading that was way too on pointTrusting your gut, noticing signs, and finding peace in the most unexpected placesFrom personal growth to Jesus bangers and seaside reflections—this episode's a ride.

This one’s for anyone who’s ever thought,“Am I actually good enough?”In this episode, we’re diving deep into imposter syndrome, what it feels like, how it shows up, and how to shut it up.Laura talks about a big moment at the Glasgow Girls Club networking event where she realised she knows her stuff and doesn’t need to prove herself to anyone. She even shares her trick of naming her negative thoughts (pure genius) and how it helps her take the power back.I (Chris) somehow manage to relate it all to a Bluey episode, because of course I did. 😂But there’s a message in there about self-doubt, ageing, and that turning point where you either settle… or you go after what you actually want.If you’ve ever held yourself back because you felt like a fraud, this one’s for you.

In this episode, Laura flips the script and puts me in the hot seat.She asked me a question I’ve thought a lot about lately…Why are you training to become a celebrant?Why now? Why take on something new when I’m already a business owner, a coach, and a Dad?Here’s the truth,I’m not starting over. I’m adding to my story.Another chapter. Another skill.A new way to help people feel seen, supported, and celebrated.We chat about:What drew me to celebrant trainingWhat I’ve been learning about myself through itWhy I think we should never stop adding to our experience potAnd how doing something new can reconnect you with who you’ve always beenThis episode is for anyone who’s ever felt pulled to do something different,To evolve, shift gears, or chase fulfilment over expectations.Because growth isn’t about ditching your path,It’s about expanding it.

In this episode, I talk about something that’s freed up a lot of headspace for me lately—The Let Them Theory.They want to doubt you?Let them.They don’t support your business?Let them.They talk, copy, disappear, unfollow, take digs?Let them.You don’t need to chase, convince, or beg for respect.Letting go doesn’t mean giving up—it means rising above.Because when you stop trying to control what others think or do, you reclaim your energy. You focus on your goals, your people, your peace.This one’s a reminder to stay in your lane, protect your space, and know that the right people will never need convincing.

In this episode, Laura and I explore a belief that’s helped guide us through some of life’s biggest curveballs—everything happens for a reason.Whether it’s loss, setbacks, or plans that didn’t quite go the way we hoped, we’ve learned that even the messiest moments often lead us somewhere better. Sometimes, what feels like a step back is just life re-routing you to something more aligned.We talk openly about the moments that shaped us, the signs we didn’t realise were signs at the time, and why trusting the process—especially when it’s tough—can be life-changing.This episode is a reminder to breathe, reflect, and know you’re exactly where you need to be right now.

🔥 We did it. 24 hours. Non-stop. And in this episode, Laura and I break down the highs, the challenges, the emotions, and the incredible impact this event had on everyone involved.💛 From the toughest hours to the unbelievable community spirit, this one hits deep.👊 What kept us going?⚡ How did we push through?🏋️‍♂️ What did this challenge mean to Ferri Fit as a whole?If you were there, you KNOW the energy. If you missed it—this episode will take you right back to it.🎧 Listen now Drop a 🏋️‍♂️💛 in the comments if you were part of this event!👇

Motivation is temporary. It’s unreliable. So, what keeps you going when the excitement fades? Your WHY. In this episode, I break down why motivation isn’t what leads to success—it’s having a strong reason behind your actions. If you’ve ever found yourself starting strong but struggling to stay consistent, this episode is for you. 🚀🔥

The Power of Showing Up – Even When You Don’t Feel Like It. "Motivation is overrated. The real game-changer? Discipline. In this episode, I dive into why showing up on the tough days is the real secret to success—whether it’s in the gym, in business, or in life. We break down the mindset shift needed to push past those moments of doubt, and I share my own struggles with consistency, motivation dips, and the lessons learned along the way. If you’ve ever questioned whether your effort is worth it—this one’s for you. 🚀🔥"

This week my beautiful daughters Sofia and Lucia join their Daddy in the podcast room as they have demanded they have their own episode and of course I couldn’t say no. I have a list of questions for them to see what their thoughts are on different things and get a kids view of the world.

Welcome back to the show Mandy Tsang. As one of my original guests, Mandy returns to talk after our episode before Covid. We have a great discussion on how her life has changed from losing her father to moving her business to new premises while running her family’s shop. Is growth in business always a good thing? We discuss why bigger isn’t always better.

Fuck it. That’s right, fuck it! Go do what you want to do. Don’t wait. Live your life. That’s what Danielle decided. I have known Danielle Cassells for many years. Her talents in Art and design are fantastic. She’s so creative. From textiles, painting, drawing and stationary, Dan is brilliant. On this episode we dive into never quieting those creative skills and never letting dreams and goals die. We also discuss who we would put into a sharpshooter 🤣

Is it ok to not be ok? Lets talk about the stigma around mental health, visualisation and see where it leads to. This week I welcome onto the show my good friend and old Podcast host, Stephen Elliott who has embarked on a new career as a Mindset Coach and my ever controversial friend, David Scott of Mr Karma productions who will surprise you with his hidden abilities. Remember it is good and healthy to talk about your mental health and never be ashamed of how you feel. 📚Book recommendations Letting go by David hawkins Tietam Brown by Mick Foley's The Joy of Actually Giving a F*ck by David Hamilton Excuses Begone! by Wayne Dyre Inner engineering a yogi's guide to joy by Sadhguru sincro destiny by from purple-pyramid.co.uk SynchroDestiny by Dr Deepak Chopra Ask and It Is Given by Esther and Jerry Hicks

Well I have returned to Podcasting after a break. In this episode let's catch up, talk about what has been happening, the Gym move, my mental and physical health and why we should always look at positives in negative situations.

This week I am honoured to have the wonderful and uplifting Natalie Valenti on the show. I am also thankful as this is Natalie’s first ever podcast! We discuss why she started Yoga, how cold water therapy became a big part of her life and how taking a plunge into a cold Loch Lomond with friends became the start Soulful Sunday. Natalie kindly opens up about her struggles with anxiety and how she overcame it. At the end Natalie shares some of her favourite book suggestions which I am sure you will be adding to your reading list.

This week I am joined by my long term friend Mr karma or David Scott as I know him. David is one talented man. From being on the gig scene with bands at the age of 13 he has went from a front man, solo artist with a record label to then taking the plunge and leaving a highly successful job to set up his own production company from scratch. We talk about self belief, taking risks and how the universe can and will speak to you in mysterious ways but ultimately set you on the path you were born to follow.

This week I thought, lets share a story with you. A story with a fantastic meaning behind it .You don't have to be BIG and BRAVE to find your ROAR.

Hello and welcome back to Ferri Unfiltered. I have returned to your ears with a hard hitting first episode. On this chat I will talk you through my journey from being diagnosed with Bowel Cancer and how I was with my journey. This is a subject I have never spoke about by myself. Just me opening up and sharing MY thoughts. I have written about it and been a guest on other shows but never have I faced this alone. This is something I have wanted to do for a while and after speaking to my therapist it is a chapter I want to face head and and close before the end of the year. Thank you for listening to my show and trust me the rest of the new series is not as deep ha ha we will be having fun and random chat but lets get this tough one out the way first.. P.S I was so nervous about doing this that I said I am Type 2 Diabetic ha ha I am not I am Type 1. Yes I am a fanny but it shows you how much it took me to sit down and do this. Enjoy everyone.

This week I am delighted to welcome the legend that is Peter Hartley, a local hero among the mighty Well fans. I really enjoy talking to Peter, he’s such a down to earth guy. He is a big family man where we share a common ground. The big man also blows my mind with his pizza choice. In this episode we talk about the good and also challenging points of his new team Jamshedpur F.C who are in the Indian super league and we discuss his plans for the rest of his footballing career. We talk about how his football story began and his journey to where he is now. I love his honesty about his career from under 21s to playing with Hartlepool United, a team he grew up supporting.

This week I got to sit and talk to the amazing Kat from @yer_awrite the popular Instagram page. Kats page showcased her pop culture art work which I’m sure everyone can relate to from still game, Amy Winehouse, Marvel etc, each image ties into her blog which is written in a down to earth, conversational way with humour and Glaswegian dialect and feels just like you’re talking to yer pal. The happy Yellow and white images are all over everyone’s Instagram stories which help spread positivity and create a great social media community. The page is now over 18k followers. I’m not allowed to say I’m a fan as Kat’s not into that patter but I’m a admirer of her work and have been for some time. The page works strongly with a charity which we have worked with in the past. Chris’s House in Wishaw. Who help with suicide awareness and means a lot to many people in this area. We discuss how Kat decided to start posting, how is grown, where she sees it going and then we go off topic as she’s extremely easy to talk to with good banter. Her book choices are fantastic which are heavily influenced by her other passion in her life, working with kids. Her choices will help with anyone looking for new ideas for bedtime reading with their kids which have a positive message. Kat had a positive and infectious personality which makes this one an easy listen and will be sure to brighten your day.

This week I am so happy to sit down with my good friend Colin Campbell whom I have grown up with. We talk about how he went from working in a car garage for many years to now running his Taekondo and little tigers clubs all over Lanarkshire and Glasgow. It is great to hear how he decided to have a big change in his life and follow his passion with helping others and pursue a career in martial arts.

This week I was so happy to sit and chat with my friend Leigh-Anne. She is the woman being the scenes of the Instagram famous dog account Brodie and Tilda Bratwurst, who have an insane 33,500 following and it just keeps growing. We discuss what it's like to be behind the camera of her two famous dogs and how their lives have been impacted by social media. Leigh-Anne tells of how it started and how two wee dogs can give so many people a bit of happiness in their day. During this podcast we talk about mental health during the pandemic and what the future holds for Leigh-Anne.

This week I was so happy to sit down with the amazing and talented Marie - Claire of Marie Clare Cake design. This episode shows you that if you follow your passion and use your talents that you have been gifted with, anything is possible. I loved to hear how she started out on her journey with a love for home economics then after being accepted into Glasgow School of Arts she went in a different creative direction for a while. Her love of baking returned after being gifted cake making tools from her friends mother who was also a baker. This set her off onto becoming the famous and very reputable cake boss she is today. Marie-Clare has a great story and is an inspiration to us all.

I'M BACK! After a 3 month break I am delighted to be back with E16 or can we call it season 2? In this short intro episode I tell you where and why I took some time out from the show and I share a nice wee story at the end. It is so good to be back.

This week after taking a break, I decided since my eldest daughter, Sofia turned 4 that week......why not get her on as a guest? In this podcast I interview Sofia about a range of subjects and she, in her own unique and innocent way, gives me her thoughts and answers on each one. WARNING - THIS INTERVIEW IS FUELLED ON M&Ms

This week I am so happy to sit down with my good friend and Yoga instructor, Lynne Goudie. We have a great talk about the benefits of Yoga and how it helps both the mind and body. Lynne teaches seasonal Yoga which is a style of dynamic Yoga practice which is designed to align you with the changing energies of nature and the seasons. A practice that improves physical strength and flexibility and brings balance and harmony to your life. In the show we talk and cover a range of topics from family life, changing careers from her very busy work schedule and how yoga has helped Lynne in so many ways.

This week I am delighted and honoured to introduce one of the most inspirational and positive people that I have ever spoke to. In 2012 Jack suffered a life changing spinal cord injury leaving him with 15% muscle function. This ignited a passion for life and motivated him to work with others to live more aligned, courageous, fulfilling lives. As a coach and speaker Jack is passionate about accompanying people on their journey of personal development and leadership. He works with individuals and groups as they transform towards the person or team they want to and can be. “THERE IS NO RIGHT OR WRONG PATH, JUST A SERIES OF EVENTS THAT GIVES US A FLAVOUR OF WHAT IT IS THAT SETS OUR HEARTS ALIGHT OR DAMPENS OUR SOUL. WHAT I DO KNOW TO BE TRUE IS THAT IN A LIFE THAT IS NOT ALWAYS A SMOOTH RIDE AND A WORLD THAT’S MORE DISILLUSIONED, DISCONNECTED AND FULL OF PEOPLE WEARING MASKS THAN EVER BEFORE, THE BRAVEST THING A PERSON CAN DO DESPITE THE CHALLENGES THEY MAY FACE IS TO BRING THEIR AUTHENTIC SELVES TO THE WORLD AND THAT IS WHEN THE MAGIC WILL HAPPEN” Jack Kavangh

This week I am delighted to have the Host of the famous Stayin Inn Quiz, Andy Dunlop which I am sure you will know from Facebook which also featured on the BBC One Show. Andy is a very interesting man. He tells us about his days as a Tour Manager for bands such as Twin Atlantic where they covered 48 of 50 states of the US. While working as a Live events manager he has worked with acts such as Foo Fighters, Spice girls and many more big names. We talk about how Andy pivoted his business and created the hugely popular Stayin Inn during lockdown which has grown arms and legs. The Quiz created such a strong community at a time when people needed it most. They recently helped the Beatson Cancer Charity raise an amazing amount of £30k which is still growing. The episode covers so many topics. I love Andy’s Attitude towards life and how overcoming his battle with depression, he now seizes every opportunity that comes his way. Most importantly we discuss Da life and how important his family is to him.

This week I welcomed the extremely talented singer/songwriter Connor Fyfe onto the show. It is impressive enough to sell out King Tuts Glasgow but this man has sold it out at his ripe old age of 14. We discuss how his career is taking off, his music taste, influences and where he has loved to play so far. This guy has some amazing and hilarious banter and I was buckled at his quick witted comments. His guests he would have for dinner are extremely random. Listen all the way to the end and you will be delighted to hear Connor sing a fantastic cover of a well known song. You will hear why everyone is talking about Connor Fyfe!

This week who better to have back for episode 10 than Laura. To be fair she is back by demand. We chat about our daughter turning one, our adventures to beaches in Scotland so far. This leads us back on to our travelling stories where we tell stories of our adventures which definitely shaped our lives for the better......and of course I brought back a wee story to finish the episode.

This week I was so happy to have female entrepreneur, owner of Sense Intimates and my good friend, Mandy Tsang. We discuss how and why Mandy took the plunge into setting up her own company and how her strong relationship with her mother inspired her to do this. Mandy shares her drive and determination with you. Why you should follow your goals and never give up on them as the world is your oyster. I love her passion for helping people and her beautiful personality comes across for you to hear in this episode.

This week I am delighted to have broadcasting legend Connie McLaughlin on the show. Connie is famous for her presenting on BT and BBC Sports but did you know that she has a very interesting background in psychology and also has a wellness business called Inner Buzz? We cover a range of topics such as how she started, what famous sporting icons she has met, travel and much more. I was also able to test Connie on my new question section that I have for guests .....What books she would recommend to listeners that she has found helpful in her life.

This week I welcomed my amazing friend and guru of Zen, Karen Lafferty to the show. We had a fantastic and very open chat about mental health, Reiki, meditation ....and how we should invest more time into our well-being. I am a very strong believer in taking care of not only your body but your mental state and Karen talks about this in such a brilliant way. Not only has she helped me with my mental state she also has helped so many others with her meditation and mindfulness groups and workshops. We dive into how we are can get through Covid and what we should look at putting in place to come out of this wild time to battle anxiety, depression and low energy. Join us as we Zen out with Zen Zone.

This weeks guest is Scottish entrepreneur Steven Rinaldi. Owner of the UKs top Gym equipment company Primal Strength, who are proving to be the turning key solution to Gyms full fit outs. They now are trading in over 20 countries in Europe and constantly growing. We discuss in this episode how Steven started in the industry and how he changed from one of the largest supplement and sports nutrition companies to starting up on his own and dominating the UK fitness market.

This week I was delighted to have Andy "The Outcast" Cairney on the show. Former Scotland Strongest man, 7x World and 8x European Powerlifting champion and owner of Outcast Barbell Sanctuary Gym. We focused on his truly inspiring story from almost 10 years ago which was an extremely life changing event. He tells the story of when he blew both of his knees in the Arnold Classic Comp in Ohio USA to then head back to American soil after being told he would never walk or lift agin. From wheelchair to world champion ....you won't want to miss this episode

This week I have had the pleasure of talking to Scotland Coach Ray Cavanagh. We discuss his amazing and successful Olympic lifting adventures, being a commonwealth competitor in Canada to Coaching the Scotland team in Australia. He shares how he started out and how his Gym has grown from strength to strength over the years. I stand by what I says at the opening of the podcast. He is the best at what he does.

This week we delve into my crazy list of jobs before owning a Gym. How I met Tom Jones and Tony Blair. The crazy work environments I encountered. How I wanted to be a Fireman. How I got started in the Fitness world and wouldn't take no for an answer.

This week as my first guest I wanted to introduce you all to my wife Laura. She has always been there for me and supported all of my ventures. We discuss how we met, some of our travelling and we share our stories. Also as we aim to do in each show ...we tell you a wee story at the end.

This is a podcast where I can share my stories and many others as I wi be joined by a host of guests. It will be unfiltered, light hearted and well I would say pretty funny.