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The Immerse Podcast
by The Immerse Podcast
Challenge the norm with hosts Alex O'Keefe and Dan Ramsden as we dive into the transformative power of sauna culture, entrepreneurship, health & wellbeing and connection. Through conversations with inspiring athletes, entrepreneurs, and wellness experts, we explore the secrets of health, wellbeing, business, mindset & self mastery. From the sacred traditions of Finnish saunas to the latest trends in recovery, performance, and personal development, our mission is to inspire a healthier, more connected future for families, communities, and ambitious individuals.
Episodes
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Ep78 - "More MEN need to Breathe" With Louise Mortimer / The Spxce
In this episode, Alex and Louise explore the transformative power of breathwork, its impact on mental and physical health, and how it can be integrated into daily life for greater well-being. They also discuss upcoming retreats, community building, and the importance of self-awareness and...
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Ep77 - From Organised Crime to Iron Man Athlete - Dan Lanigan AKA Iron Man Dan
In this episode, Dan Lanigan shares his inspiring journey from a challenging youth to becoming an Iron Man athlete and mental health advocate. Discover how mindset, support, and resilience can transform lives and inspire positive change. keywords mental health, resilience, Iron Man, triathlon,...
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Ep76 - Turning Pain into Power & Breaking Generational Curses With - Emiliano Castroni - Castroni Coffee
In this episode, Emiliano Castroni shares his journey from childhood trauma and family struggles to building a successful coffee business and becoming a dedicated father. We explore themes of resilience, mental health, and the power of love and support in overcoming life's challenges. keywords...
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Ep75 - Leia Guest's journey through 29 jobs to Entrepreneurship
In this episode, Leia Guest shares her journey from multiple jobs to running a successful coffee trailer in Halifax, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, community, and continuous learning. Discover insights on entrepreneurship, self-awareness, and living a purpose-driven life. keywords...
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Ep74 - "Running Saved Me from Eating Issues" With Ella Grace Grows
This episode follows Ella Grace Grows, a local runner and marketer whose story moves from childhood pressure and food anxiety to marathon training, entrepreneurship, and landing in a role that actually fits her personality. It is a conversation about health anxiety, self-image, consistency, and...
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Ep73 - Building the Next Multi-Million Pound Supplement Brand + More With Gabe Moore
In this episode, we sit down with Gabe Moore to unpack the real story behind building a business while juggling pressure, identity, and long-term ambition. =Gabe opens up about leaving barbering after nearly 10 years, why he made the leap into supplement brand building, and how a failed first...
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Ep72 - How Failure Built a Stronger Athlete, Creator, and Mindset / Grace Ramsden, Round 2
In this episode, Grace Ramsden shares her incredible journey from professional rugby to fitness influencer, highlighting her mindset shifts, lessons from failures, and upcoming ultra endurance challenges. Discover how she navigates setbacks, refines her training, and stays motivated through…
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Ep71 - How 'Crazy Auntie Ann' Turned Rock Bottom Into Internet Stardom
Crazy Auntie Anne on sobriety, self-acceptance, and turning kitchen videos into a DJ career Crazy Auntie Anne shares the story behind her rise from college lecturer to viral creator, full-time DJ, and family-run business owner. This conversation covers the mindset shifts that helped her rebuild...
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Ep70 - The Importance of Seasons in Training and Life With Al & Rammer
In this episode, we explore the importance of adaptive training, periodisation, and mental well-being through personal stories and expert insights. We discuss how to optimize training, recovery, and life balance for sustainable success. keywords training, periodisation, endurance, recovery…
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Ep69 - The Magic Inside Napoleon Hill's 'Think & Grow Rich' - Books that Change us With Al & Rammer
In this episode, we explore the timeless principles of success from Napoleon Hill's 'Think and Grow Rich,' emphasizing the power of mindset, goal setting, faith, persistence, and the importance of a supportive mastermind group. keywords Napoleon Hill, Think and Grow Rich, success principles,...
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Ep68 - How to Buy Multi-Million Pound Businesses (Without Millions in the Bank) W/ Lee Tuck & Toby White
In this episode, Lee and Toby share their inspiring journeys from professional sports to successful business ventures, emphasizing mindset, resilience, and strategic investing. Discover practical insights on buying businesses, transitioning careers, and maintaining health and focus. keywords...
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Ep67 - From Failing School to Business Success - Founder of UNTHIN - Barnaby Donlon
In this episode, Barnaby shares his journey from school struggles to successful entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of soft skills, relationship building, and low-risk testing in business. He discusses his ventures in hair loss products, longevity supplements, and the value of…
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Ep66 - Living in the Present: Lessons from 'The Power of Now' - Books That Change Us
In this episode, we explore the profound insights from 'The Power of Now' by Eckhart Tolle, focusing on living in the present moment, overcoming mental barriers, and cultivating inner peace. Join us as we discuss practical strategies for self-awareness, managing the ego, and enhancing performance...
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Ep65 - Revolutionising Wellness: thinAir - The Personal Oxygen Therapy Transforming Health
In this episode, Kav shares the story behind his innovative oxygen therapy device, thinAir, and explores its potential to improve health, longevity, and athletic performance through personalized, data-driven treatment. Discover how this technology is transforming wellness and challenging...
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Ep64 - 12 Rules For Life - The Antidote To Chaos - Books That Change Us
This episode explores Jordan Peterson's '12 Rules for Life' as a guide to navigating chaos, emphasizing discipline, self-awareness, and meaningful living. The hosts discuss parenting, personal growth, and the importance of integrity and resilience in everyday life. keywords Jordan Peterson, 12...
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Ep63 - The Blueprint to Building a Fitness Empire in 11 Years - Ben Bamforth
In this candid interview, Ben Bamforth shares his journey from personal trainer to successful fitness entrepreneur, revealing insights on hard work, mental resilience, and building a business empire. Discover how his background, mindset, and relentless discipline drive his success and the lessons...
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Ep62 - Unlocking the Third Door: Unconventional Paths to Success Ft Special Guest Co-Host, Stephen Milner
In this episode, Alex speaks with special guest cohost Steve Milner about his insights from the book 'The Third Door' and how it applies to business and life. They explore the concept of the third door as a metaphor for unconventional success, the importance of relationships, and leveraging AI as…
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Ep61 - From Street Dealer to Dragons Den - Full Power Cocao Founder Liam Browne
Join Dan from Immerse as he interviews Liam Brown about his transformational journey from a challenging childhood, through entrepreneurship, spirituality, and psychedelic experiences, to becoming a leading advocate for cacao and personal growth. keywords personal development, spirituality,...
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Ep60 - "What I've Learnt From 10 Years of Growing Businesses" With Business Coach and Growth Architect Chris Iredale
In this episode, Chris Iredale shares his journey from early career to becoming a business coach, emphasizing the importance of systems, diagnostics, and continuous learning. He discusses the impact of neurodiversity, the value of mentorship, and practical strategies for business growth and...
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Ep59 - Are You Ready to Level up? 90 Day check in (+ Big Announcements) With Al & Rammer
Are you ready to level up? strap in.. This week we round up immerse life from the past 90 days, Rammer has a BIG announcement and Al talks about growing pains in business, embracing change, balance of fatherhood + much more, Don't miss.
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Ep58 - 'The Secret' Nonsense Or Genuine Hidden Power? Books That Change Us
Discover the Hidden Power of 'The Secret': Dive into the transformative world of "The Secret," a groundbreaking book that explores the law of attraction and its potential to change your life. Uncover the principles that have inspired millions to harness their thoughts and emotions to manifest…
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Ep57 - Joe Keyes - From Pro Rugby to Purpose Driven Business
Most people underestimate how deeply your childhood and early experiences shape your current success and how pivotal self-awareness is in rewriting your story. Joe Keyes, a former rugby star turned entrepreneur, shares the raw, unfiltered journey from North London roots to building a wellness...
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Ep56 - Building 'The Ice Bath Co' with Founder Luke Mace
This week we sit down with Luke Mace, founder of The Ice Bath Co, to explore a fascinating journey from religious missionary to purpose-driven entrepreneur and father of four. We dive into faith, service, family, building with intention, and what it really takes to create a fast-growing brand...
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Ep55 - The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything - Win Or Learn - Books That Change us Vol 5
The conversation explores the Win or Learn philosophy from the book 'Win or Learn' by John Kavanagh, emphasizing the idea that there is no losing, only learning. It delves into the impact of this philosophy on personal growth, overcoming the fear of failure, and creating one's own path in life.…
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Ep54 - From Building Site to World Club Champion With Elliot Minchella
Elliot Minchella, Hull KR captain. (Audio failed with 20 mins remaining so not full conversation, sorry guys!) The conversation covers the challenges and triumphs of the guest's career, the impact of winning a trophy, an incident at the uni halls, the importance of connection and community, the...
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Ep53 - The Book that EVERY Entrepreneur Should Read - 'Traction' by Gino Wickman
Books that change us VOL 4 - In this episode, Al & Dan review the transformative book 'Traction' by Gino Wickman, exploring how its EOS system can bring structure and clarity to chaotic business environments. Discover key insights on vision, people, data, issues, process, and execution that can...
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Ep52- How to use AI for Good with Steve Milner
'The AI episode' with local tech entrepreneur, Steve Milner. Don't Miss.
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Ep51 - '3 Powerful Lessons from Inside Auschwitz' - Books that change us VOL 3 - Mans search for Meaning
Mans search for meaning is a 1946 book by Viktor Frankl chronicling his experiences as a prisoner in Nazi concentration camps during World War II, and describing his psychotherapeutic method, which involved identifying a purpose to each person's life through one of three ways: the completion of...
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Ep50 - Leeds first ever UFC fighter, Louis "Lightning" Lee Scott
Leeds first ever UFC fighter, Louis Lee Scott shares his story. Remember the name. Don't miss.
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Ep49 - Books that Change us Vol 2. - The Go Giver
“The Go-Giver” by Bob Burg and John David Mann is a captivating parable that shifts the conventional focus from getting success to giving value. Through its engaging narrative, the book introduces the idea that what you give in value can determine your success.Don't Miss.
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Ep48 - Stories Strong Men don't always tell with Guy Armitage
Vulnerability is the gateway to connection.. The main theme in this weeks podcast with super league rugby player, Guy Armitage. He breaks down stereotypes in this deep and thought provoking chat. From tough man contact sports to philosophical, original poetry and writing childrens books, this one...
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Ep47 - Tupac's Inner Circle, BJJ & Stoic Philosophy with Adisa Banjoko
Likely one of the most fascinating people you'd ever come across, Bishop (Adisa Banjoko) is an OG from the west coast hip hop scene. Interviewing the likes of eazy e, befriending Tupac, wutang + more. Adisa has many layers of depth including gaining a black belt in BJJ and deeply studying stoic...
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Ep46 - Immerse Book Plug Vol1 - Is everything we know about Ageing wrong? - 'Lifespan' By David Sinclair + Ground-breaking Bryan Johnson 90 day sauna study (Unpacked)
A first of its kind episode from the lads, a new bi weekly book review (still working on the name).. Week one is 'Lifespan' by David Sinclair. In this paradigm-shifting book from acclaimed Harvard Medical School doctor and one of TIME Magazine’s 100 most influential people on earth, Dr. David...
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Ep45 - Jiu Jitsu: Should we all be learning The Gentle Art? | Professor Craig Tetley
Jiu Jitsu is often seen as a fight.. but what if its really a way of life? We sit down with Professor Craig Tetley, 3rd dan black belt and owner of dreamart Bradford. We explore the gentle art in depth along with an incredible personal story from Craig including moments of extreme depth, wisdom…
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Ep44. - Running Ultras with Purpose at 52 - Endurance Athlete, Mark Kilner
An awe inspiring chat to kick off 2026 for you all, todays episode we spoke with multiple ultra marathon runner and endurance athlete, Mark Kilner. At the age of 56 Mark shows that age is just a number and continues to push physical and mental limitations. His next race he is aiming to raise…
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Ep43 - A Chat Around the Christmas Tree - Immerse Podcast 2025 Year Round UP!
Join the lads sat around Dan's Christmas Tree to reflect on a transformational year for Immerse the podcast and the sauna brand. Merry Christmas and a happy new year to everyone who's tuned in, subscribed & connected with us this year. big love! 2026 we are ready.
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Ep42 - Lucy Bronze - England Women's Footballer of the Year
This one needs no introduction. Lucy Bronze, the GOAT for her 2nd appearance on the immerse podcast. Don't miss.
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Ep41 - 'Building Puresport' With Dan Temm
Puresport, one of the fastest growing sports brands growing in the UK right now. Dan Temm is the passionate CEO looking to build the next giant brand that will rub shoulders with the likes of Nike & more. Don't Miss.
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Ep40 - Film Making with Purpose - Lee Barnes
In this powerful episode we speak with up and coming film maker, Lee Barnes. He's recently made a ground-breaking, feature length film around the story of the men's suicide prevention charity, Andy's man club. Don't miss.
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Ep39 - Leon Pryce - Super League's Prodigal Son
From the highs of super league glory to the quiet peace of fatherhood. Leon opens up about going sober, finding himself again and what it truly means to be a man. Don't miss.
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Ep38 - 5 Day Fast & more (Unpacked) - Al & Rammer
Lock in, Don't miss.
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Ep37 - On a Mission to save Men with Tom Talks
Tom shares the deeply emotional story of his brother tragically taking his own life after becoming addicted to ketamine + his own battles with mental health issues that followed. Tom now visits schools and businesses spreading the word around mental health and is on a mission to help save men.…
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Ep36 - Inspiring the Next Generation with John Keyes
A sit down with a true gent, John Keyes. From working over 10 years at Arsenal FC in the community working with gang culture to becoming 'personal development officer' for schools in the north. John has a story to tell. Don't miss.
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Ep35 - "The Everyday Person is Being Scammed" - Online Business Mentor, Matt Hall
2nd time round for the man, Rammers cousin, Online business coach, entrepreneur and all round top gent, Matt Hall. Back and better. Don't Miss. www.immersesaunas.co.uk@immersethebrand
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Ep34 - "The Freedom Coach" - High Performance Through Healing with Stevie Ward
On this episode of The Immerse Podcast, we are joined by former Leeds Rhinos captain Stevie Ward, now known as The Freedom Coach. A two-time Super League champion, Stevie's journey from elite athlete to mental performance coach is nothing short of inspiring. After retiring due to…
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Ep33 - Will Pryce - Legacy, Lessons & Levelling up.
A real & raw chat with emerging superleague, NRL & Hull FC star, Will Pryce. Don't Miss. @Immersethebrand www.immerserecovery.co.uk
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EP32 - "The HUGE UK Culture shift happening right now" Explained with Al & Rammer
3 reasons why Health culture is changing in the UK with Al & Rammer. Get one of our Saunas - www.immerserecovery.co.uk follow us @Immersethebrand
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EP31 - "Why I Stopped Alcohol" With Al & Rammer
An honest & vulnerable discussion on Al's turbulent journey with alcohol & Dan's more healthy relationship with it. This one is raw, Don't miss. IG - @immersethebrand www.immerserecovery.co.uk
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EP30 - How to Win in Fitness & Business with Dan Keane
In this episode, we sit down with Dan Keane, fitness coach, entrepreneur, elite Hyrox athlete, and sub-3-hour marathon runner to unpack what it really takes to win in both the gym and the game of life. From early struggles and mindset shifts to building a values-driven business, this is a raw and...
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From Corporate to Conscious Calling with Entrepreneur Holly Puddephatt
In this episode, we sit down with Holly Puddephatt, founder of Eletha studios, coach, mum, and creator of a thriving reformer Pilates community. Holly opens up about the trauma of childbirth and her journey through postpartum recovery, including her experience with prolapse. With honesty and...
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Challenge the norm with hosts Alex O'Keefe and Dan Ramsden as we dive into the transformative power of sauna culture, entrepreneurship, health & wellbeing and connection. Through conversations with inspiring athletes, entrepreneurs, and wellness experts, we explore the secrets of health, wellbeing, business, mindset & self mastery. From the sacred traditions of Finnish saunas to the latest trends in recovery, performance, and personal development, our mission is to inspire a healthier, more connected future for families, communities, and ambitious individuals.
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