I'm not sure this has been done on a podcast before!... But I do want to do this as couple of years back I asked a very talented gentleman to be the guest on my podcast.

I'm very grateful that he trusted me, although this was the very first recording, and gave me an amazing start to the Online Entrepreneur Academy Podcast.

And yes, I will go back and ask him to be a guest again, but for now, I'd like to re- broadcast this episode so that you, my audience, that has grown over the months can hear this first episode ...because let's face - it how often do people search through the back episodes!

Calvin Niles, I'm forever grateful for trusting me and coming on the show and for the wisdom you gave then still stands true.

In this episode, Calvin joined me to talk about his passion for storytelling

Calvin shares wisdom about storytelling, and in story form...This wide-ranging conversation will reassure and encourage you for your business.

Hear Calvin talk about playing to your strengths, having one social media presence per market segment, yet the wisdom of the multiple touch points on different platforms

Here are the links mentioned in the episode

1. YouTube: https://bit.ly/3zA2zi9
2. Simplify Your Life Work Book: https://bit.ly/3wz0Ojx
3. Website: www.calvinniles.com
4. Courses: http://academy.calvinniles.com/

And here are Calvin's choices at the end of the episode for you to follow up on, should you wish!

1. Book 1 Letting Go: https://amzn.to/3cLV51Z
2. Book 2 The Alchemist https://amzn.to/3zD9nMf
3. Classic Music: Ludovico Einaudi https://amzn.to/3q62AGk
   
   
   

Do message us, suggestions, feedback guests you'd like to have in a conversation here? Thank you for you support and interest. Apprecaited

My podcast is advert-free and jingle-free, simply put together, and hopefully demonstrates you can be working alone, keep the tech simple, and still share fabulous information.

Keeping business simple is my motto! ...Although I will at some point have some music and a jingle!!

Thank you for joining us, you'll find us here:
https://calendly.com/susanmaghrabi/1-1-meeting Book your Complimentary Appointment

The Rest :
https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-lancaster-maghrabi/
👉http://bit.ly/OLEAGroup My free FB Group,
https://www.facebook.com/susanlancastermaghrabi/
https://www.facebook.com/SusanMaghrabi101
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUpIKPhe3_SD1qNytfILNXQ
The Charity we support:
https://www.facebook.com/StKizitoPrimarySchool see the page for details

Welcome to this episode! I’m thrilled to introduce, Dr. Mark Deeks – speaker, teacher, and performer with an incredible background spanning over 25 years in the music industry. And, a Heavy Metal aficionado, of course.

Mark has built a diverse and fascinating career, from delivering a TedX talk on the mental health benefits of heavy metal, to his choir work with BBC’s Gareth Malone. He’s also conducted the Royal Northern Sinfonia, led workplace-based musical projects focused on staff wellbeing, and even musical directed for Faye Tozer of Steps.

Mark’s versatility doesn’t end there – he’s given piano lessons to Lenny Henry (famous British comedian and actor) - worked with black metal bands like Winterfylleth, whom he joined. And even written symphonic versions of songs by metal stars Sonata Arctica.

But above all, Mark is passionate about the power of music to reduce stress and improve mental health. Whether through his keynote speaking, interactive workshops, or encouraging people to incorporate music into their daily lives, he’s dedicated to showing how music can be a game-changer for personal and professional wellbeing.

I thank Mark for joining my podcast, generously sharing his time.

Please note my introduction is based on Mark's own words from his website which you'll find here

You can contact Mark here
Hear his TEDx talk here
LinkedIn

NB. The conversation refers to his unique Musical Getaway experience in October 2025, on The Holy Island of Lindisfarne, Northumbria- which is now sold out. However... I'm sure there will be more. So bookmark the website details to keep up to date

Do message us, suggestions, feedback guests you'd like to have in a conversation here? Thank you for you support and interest. Apprecaited

My podcast is advert-free and jingle-free, simply put together, and hopefully demonstrates you can be working alone, keep the tech simple, and still share fabulous information.

Keeping business simple is my motto! ...Although I will at some point have some music and a jingle!!

Thank you for joining us, you'll find us here:
https://calendly.com/susanmaghrabi/1-1-meeting Book your Complimentary Appointment

The Rest :
https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-lancaster-maghrabi/
👉http://bit.ly/OLEAGroup My free FB Group,
https://www.facebook.com/susanlancastermaghrabi/
https://www.facebook.com/SusanMaghrabi101
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUpIKPhe3_SD1qNytfILNXQ
The Charity we support:
https://www.facebook.com/StKizitoPrimarySchool see the page for details

Welcome to today's episode! I'm thrilled to be joined by Ekaterina - Kate Bodrova, a bi-lingual business owner, former teacher, and partner in an exciting project called Amazy.

If you're an educator, teacher or coach don't miss this episode!!

You're interested in technology don't miss this episode!

Amazy, Kate's platform, is all about helping teachers save valuable time by quickly generating lesson plans, ideas, and interactive materials. This means teachers can focus on what really matters – delivering engaging lessons – rather than spending hours on preparation.

Kate’s journey from the classroom to building a solution that truly supports educators is inspiring, and I’m excited to dive into how Amazy is making a real difference. Welcome, Kate!

Recommended book:“The Mom Test: How to Talk to Customers and Learn If Your Business is a Good Idea when Everyone is Lying to You” by Rob Fitzpatrick

Island choices: coffee; a book — “Micromégas, Zadig, Candide” by Voltaire;
Music — Sergei Rachmaninoff; Food — buckwheat

You can reach Kate at her email
kate@amazy.world

On Social LinkedIn Kate Bdrova

Website https://amazy.uk

If you'd like to try out Amazy you can have a 14 day complimentary access as well! Just perfect!

Do message us, suggestions, feedback guests you'd like to have in a conversation here? Thank you for you support and interest. Apprecaited

My podcast is advert-free and jingle-free, simply put together, and hopefully demonstrates you can be working alone, keep the tech simple, and still share fabulous information.

Keeping business simple is my motto! ...Although I will at some point have some music and a jingle!!

Thank you for joining us, you'll find us here:
https://calendly.com/susanmaghrabi/1-1-meeting Book your Complimentary Appointment

The Rest :
https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-lancaster-maghrabi/
👉http://bit.ly/OLEAGroup My free FB Group,
https://www.facebook.com/susanlancastermaghrabi/
https://www.facebook.com/SusanMaghrabi101
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUpIKPhe3_SD1qNytfILNXQ
The Charity we support:
https://www.facebook.com/StKizitoPrimarySchool see the page for details