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He’s dodged bullets, been held at gunpoint, worked as a private security contractor in the world’s most dangerous places and still says the scariest thing he ever did was sit still with his own thoughts.

This week, Ellie McKay is joined by the unstoppable force that is Jordan Wylie. Soldier. Adventurer. Author. TV personality. But underneath it all, a man who’s had to battle his demons harder than most.

In this brutally honest episode of On a Mission, Jordan opens up about the journey that took him from a council estate in Blackpool to the frontlines of Iraq, and then straight into a full-blown mental health crisis when the adrenaline ran out.

He talks about the high-stakes missions, the chaos, the wild expeditions and the slow, painful work of rebuilding himself after years of running on fumes. ADHD, PTSD, depression. He’s lived it, faced it and turned it into something meaningful.

Jordan isn’t here to play the hero. He’s here to tell the truth. And it might be one of the most important conversations we’ve had on this podcast.

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Key moments include:

✔ Sleeping on a prison floor at 15 and how it changed everything ✔ Why joining the Army gave him a reason to live ✔ Life as a private contractor in war zones ✔ The emotional crash that came when the chaos stopped ✔ Getting addicted to recognition and losing his sense of self ✔ Using adventure to mask the pain ✔ How humanitarian work helped him find real purpose ✔ Living with ADHD and finally getting the diagnosis ✔ What it really takes to stop performing and start healing ✔ Why being honest saved his life and how he’s helping others do the same

Subscribe to On a Mission for conversations that go there, the mess, the mindset, and the mission behind it all.

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Philly J Lay never set out to be a campaigner. But after a routine spinal fusion left her in agonising pain and heavily medicated, her world was turned upside down.

She spent years in bed, disconnected from everything she once knew, physically broken, emotionally exhausted, and unsure of what recovery could even look like. But it was through that experience that she began to question everything she had been told about health, healing, and the system we place our trust in.

In this episode of On a Mission, Philly shares her story with honesty and clarity. We talk about medical injury, addiction, grief, and the impact of trauma on the body. We explore the role of the gut, the power of natural healing, and the loss of connection to the world around us.

She opens up about her recovery journey and the shift in perspective that changed everything. Not to tell anyone what to think but to share what happened, and what she’s learned along the way.

It’s a conversation about resilience, intuition, and the importance of staying curious about the choices we make when it comes to our wellbeing.

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Key moments include:

✔ The life-changing impact of medical injury ✔ Philly’s experience with opioids, alcohol, and chronic pain ✔ Grieving the woman she once was ✔ Understanding gut health and the mind-body connection ✔ What it really means to heal from trauma ✔ Thoughts on the healthcare system and why she began speaking out ✔ Learning to listen to the body and reconnect with nature

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Looking at James Roffey today, you see the strength, the discipline, the presence of a man who has done the inner work. But behind that calm exterior is a story that challenges everything we think we know about mental health, masculinity, and what it means to fall apart and put yourself back together again.

James is breaking down taboos and speaking openly about the topics that too often go unspoken. His story touches on eating disorders in men, the heartbreak of infertility, the pain of rejection, and the mental health battles that can bring even the strongest to their knees.

From losing his identity when his professional football dream was cut short, to spiralling into years of disordered eating and eventually being hospitalised weighing just five and a half stone, James has lived through it all. He shares what it felt like to be on the edge, the toll it took on his body and mind, and the long process of recovery that followed, not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually too.

He also opens up about the breakdown of his marriage, rebuilding from rock bottom, and the reality of parenting while carrying deep pain. This is not about victimhood, it’s about ownership, growth, and choosing to live differently.

James is the kind of guest who brings truth to the table without ego. His honesty is powerful, his story is unforgettable, and his willingness to speak up is helping others realise they are not alone.

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You think you know Caprice? Think again.

In this episode of On a Mission, Ellie McKay sits down with the model-turned-mogul for an unfiltered deep dive into a life that’s been anything but ordinary. From becoming one of the most photographed women in the world to building a multimillion-pound property portfolio and running successful businesses, Caprice Bourret opens up like never before.

This isn’t a tale of overnight success. It’s about grit, self-awareness and ruthless reinvention. It’s about walking away from the easy route, backing yourself in the face of rejection, and being willing to fail in full view of the world.

Caprice gets brutally honest about fame, money, motherhood, celebrity dating, health and so much more. She shares how a shocking brain tumour diagnosis forced her to reassess everything, why she’s done with people-pleasing, and how she’s managed to stay in the spotlight on her own terms.

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Key moments include:

✔ The tabloid moment that catapulted her to fame ✔ Why she walked away from modelling at the top ✔ Building a business empire in an industry that underestimated her ✔ The mindset shift that came after brain surgery ✔ The lessons learned from rejection and reinvention ✔ Why she’s still doing it all, without nannies, filters or excuses ✔ The new chapter: acting, property, purpose and real freedom

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This is what happens when two good friends sit down and talk about the stuff that actually matters.

In this episode of On a Mission, Ellie McKay is joined by the brilliant, big-hearted and wonderfully honest Angharad Wrigley for a conversation about life, growth, and finding your way back to yourself after years of running on autopilot.

Angharad shares how it took her until her 40s to finally like the person she’d become. Along the way, she talks about the quiet decision to embrace sobriety, the shift from self-doubt to self-trust, and the sense of purpose she’s found through her business, her love for animals, and a totally new way of living.

From building confidence, to breaking habits, to rescuing dogs and cats and giving them a second chance, this is a story about letting go of what no longer fits and finally making space for what does.

It’s deep, funny, raw in all the right places and a reminder that you’re allowed to rewrite the script, no matter how late you start.

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Key moments include:

✔ The decision to live life with more clarity and less chaos ✔ Why her 40s feel more grounded than any decade before ✔ Learning to trust her gut and stop looking for outside validation ✔ Letting go of drinking as part of rediscovering her identity ✔ Finding unexpected purpose through animal rescue ✔ Creating a business that fits around her values, not the other way around ✔ The shift from functioning through life to actually living it ✔ What changes when you stop trying to be everything to everyone ✔ The power of slowing down, tuning in and doing life differently

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Dr. John Demartini wasn’t supposed to make it.

Diagnosed with learning difficulties. Branded “uneducable.” Homeless at 14. By the world’s standards, his story should’ve ended before it ever really began.

But one powerful conversation changed everything.

In this episode of On a Mission, Dr. Demartini shares the truth behind his journey not the highlight reel, but the moments most people never see. The shame. The survival. The relentless work it took to rebuild his identity, word by word, thought by thought.

From living under bridges to teaching in over 100 countries, Dr. Demartini has spent his life helping others uncover their potential. But it started with facing his own darkness and making the decision to live with purpose, no matter what.

This is a conversation about trauma, healing, alignment and what it means to write a new story when the old one was never yours to begin with.

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Key moments include:

✔ The early diagnosis that almost sealed his fate

✔ Living on the streets and navigating addiction

✔ The moment a mentor told him he could do something extraordinary

✔ Learning to read one word at a time

✔ Repeating a daily affirmation for 49 years

✔ Why Dr. Demartini believes nobody is broken, just out of alignment

✔ Turning pain into purpose through education and service

✔ Creating the Demartini Method to help others unlock their true potential

✔ Why chasing pleasure won’t lead to fulfilment and what to pursue instead

✔ His mission to empower every individual to live intentionally

Dr. Demartini’s journey is proof that it’s not where you start, it’s what you decide to believe from this point forward.

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The day John Bygraves was told he had just three months to live, everything came crashing down.

His world, once filled with music, momentum and a fast-paced DJ lifestyle, suddenly stood still. What began as a small health concern turned into a rare and aggressive cancer diagnosis, and within moments, life as he knew it was gone.

Faced with a life-altering decision, John chose to explore a different path that challenged convention and called him to completely re-evaluate the way he lived, thought and healed.

This episode is a powerful exploration of what happens when you’re forced to confront everything you’ve avoided. From emotional trauma to daily rituals, John shares how he rebuilt his life piece by piece, with honesty, reflection and a willingness to look deeper. It’s raw, thought-provoking and a reminder that healing, whatever form it takes, often begins from within.

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Key moments include: ✔ The diagnosis that changed everything ✔ Why he initially declined conventional treatment ✔ The role sound healing, fasting and meditation played in his recovery ✔ How trauma, stress and early life experiences contributed to dis-ease ✔ Why he believes cancer became his greatest teacher

John’s journey isn’t a prescription. It’s a deeply personal account of transformation, fuelled by curiosity, resilience and hope. Whether you’re navigating your own challenges or seeking a fresh perspective, this is a story that encourages reflection on what it truly means to live with intention.

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