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Exceed High Performance Podcast

Emmaj.lawson

Education

Frequency: 1 episode/21d. Total Eps: 14

Unlock the mindset that turns potential into peak performance — in sport, business, and life! Hosted by Emma Lawson and Performance Psychologist Dr. Tom Bates Real conversations. Fresh perspectives. Powerful mindsets. Emma and Tom go beyond the clichés of “high performance” to explore what truly makes people thrive. From athletes and leaders to everyday changemakers, their guests share authentic stories of growth, resilience, and human connection. This isn’t just about performance — it’s about unlocking potential, living with purpose, and flourishing in every walk of life.

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23/06/2026
#89
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26/09/2025
#83
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21/09/2025
#65

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Bruce Dee: The only thing stopping me is me

Friday, June 12, 2026 • Duration 14:59

In this episode of the Exceed High Performance Podcast, I sit down with Paralympian and British record holder Brice Dee, to explore the mindset behind elite performance. Bruce reflects on his journey to Paris Olympics, the importance of self belief, and why trusting the process is more important than chasing outcomes. A thoughtful conversation on what it takes to performance at your best and why. In Bruce's words 'the only thing stopping me is me.'

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The unseen side of performance.

Thursday, May 14, 2026 • Duration 20:09

Elite performance begins long before the moment itself.

When we caught up with British Champion Lauren Cox at the GB Aquatics Championships, we discussed:

The importance of visualisation beforehand.

The inner dialogue under pressure.

The discipline to keep showing up.

And the ability to turn setbacks into motivation.

Lauren reflects openly on missing out on the Olympics, and how that experience ultimately became part of what shaped her. Lauren also speaks about the importance of rehearsing performance mentally, to the point where, by the time she races, it feels like she's already been there before. Not because confidence simply appears. But because belief is built through preparation.

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The Mindset Behind Olympic Gold | Matt Richards & James Guy

Sunday, March 22, 2026 • Duration 01:29:14

What does it really take to get to the top, and stay at the top?

In this episode of the Exceed High Performance Podcast, Olympic and World champions Matt Richards and James Guy share the mindset behind one of the most successful relay teams in British swimming.

Together with performance psychologist Tom Bates, this conversation goes beyond the podium to explore the habits, standards and culture required to perform at the highest level.

From the pressure of the Olympic call room… to the honesty and accountability inside a world-class team, this episode reveals what it takes to consistently deliver when it matters most. We explore:

• The mindset required to win at the highest level
• Why winning once is never enough
• How great teams build trust, honesty and accountability
• The discipline and commitment behind sustained success

This is a conversation about more than sport. It’s about how individuals come together to form a team and how that team creates something greater than the sum of its parts.

Follow the Exceed High Performance Podcast for more conversations on mindset, leadership and elite performance.

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Why consistency beats brilliance!

Monday, February 9, 2026 • Duration 54:04

In this episode, we dive into the idea that high performance is deeply personal, not a universal formula. Jake Woolmore of the Bristol Bears joins us to share a powerful and refreshingly honest perspective on what alternative high performance really looks like inside a top rugby environment.Jake opens up about showing up for the team without ego, understanding his role, and building a mindset rooted in hard work, humility, and self-awareness. He talks about how his unusual source of motivation, “not wanting to be the worst”, became the fuel that pushed him to outwork others, stay consistent, and chase continuous improvement year after year.Through his experiences, Jake demonstrates that high performance isn’t just about physical outputs; it’s shaped by our values, our environments, and the inner narratives we build. His story highlights how you can create a standard of excellence that is authentic to who you are and still show up fully for those around you.A grounded, insightful conversation that reframes what it means to perform at your best… in your own way.

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Regina Kuzmina: Leading with courage and care!

Monday, December 15, 2025 • Duration 27:50

Regina Kuzmina, former Head of Beauty and Wellbeing for Unilever, shares deeply personal stories about her own career transitions, and how she's learned to harness mindset to navigate change at the highest levels of business. It's a powerful reminder, that high performance isn't just about pushing harder, or climbing higher - it's about knowing when to evolve, how to stay true to yourself, and how to lead with courage and care. This episode offers an alternative, beautifully human perspective on what it means to perform at your best through every chapter of your career.

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Defy your own limits!

Friday, December 12, 2025 • Duration 55:00

Getting kicked out of Oxford Uni was a turning point that pushed RAF fighter pilot Luke Wilkinson to strive for elite performance. Here Luke opens up about the mental tactics he's developed to perform under incredible speed under intense pressure. From training his brain for split-second decision making, to using visualisation to limit the potential for error. This is a story about resilience, disciplined preparation, and what's possible when you really commit your mind and body to defy your limits.

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From Underdog to English Champion: The Psychology Behind Yaser Al Ghena’s Rise

Monday, November 24, 2025 • Duration 39:41

In this episode of the Exceed High Performance Podcast, English Super Lightweight Boxing Champion Yaser Al Ghena offers a powerful exploration into the mindset behind elite performance. Yaser reveals how boxing evolved from a passion into a calling, and how he cultivated the mental resilience required to perform under the intense pressure of competition.

He reflects on transforming his underdog status into a source of energy and belief, and shares why he adopts a no-excuses philosophy—one that enabled him to capture the English title while fighting with two broken hands.

This conversation dives deep into identity, discipline, and the psychology of pursuing excellence, even when the odds are stacked against you.

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Resilience at the top: Cyrus Christie on achieving longevity in Football

Saturday, November 22, 2025 • Duration 42:18

Exceed High Performance and Cyrus Christie

"Strength grows in the moments you think you can't go on - but keep going anyway."

In this powerful episode, Cyrus Christie shares the mindset behind 500+ appearances across the Premier League, Championship, and International Football. What stands out is not just Cyrus' skill - but his resilience, adaptability and self-belief. From Fulham's elite standards, to representing his country of Ireland, Cyrus opens up about:

* Sustaining peak performance over more than a decade.

* Bouncing back from setbacks, injuries and criticism.

* Staying true to yourself under pressure.

* The mental habits that fuel long-term consistency.

* Why he now feels driven to mentor and inspire the next generation.

Listen now on Spotify. #Cyrus Christie #Elitemindset #exceedhighperformance #exceedperformance #resilience #fulhamfc #boltonwanderers #mindsetmatters #drtombates #performancepsychology #footballlife #500performances

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From Collapse to Olympic Gold: Hannah Macleod on the Mindset of Champions

Monday, October 27, 2025 • Duration 54:03

Double Olympian Hannah Macleod shares the remarkable journey of the GB women’s hockey team — from heartbreak and unravelling after the World Cup in 2014, to rebuilding belief, redefining culture, and achieving Olympic gold in Rio 2016.

Hannah reveals how small behaviours can make or break performance, why mindset and connection sit at the heart of winning teams, and how legacy goes beyond medals to inspire the next generation.

Tune in for powerful lessons on resilience, culture, and the mindset that turns setbacks into success.

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Resilience, Growth & Leading Against the Odds: Steve Roest, CEO of PocDoc

Monday, October 20, 2025 • Duration 33:45

Resilience, perseverance and self-improvement: lessons from Steve Roest.

What does it take to build something remarkable in the face of failure?

In this episode, we speak with Steve Roest, co-founder and CEO of PocDoc, about the perseverance, resilience, and courage required to step up when the odds are stacked against you. Steve shares how early setbacks became fuel for growth, the mindset shifts that enabled him to thrive as a leader, and the practices that keep him committed to self-improvement and helping others succeed.

A conversation rich in insight, this episode explores what it really means to turn adversity into opportunity — and to lead with both ambition and care.

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