A Holt-based podcaster has released a new book showcasing real-life stories of courage, purpose, resilience and reinvention from people across the UK and beyond.
Ben Veal, who hosts the Good Journeys Podcast, revisits some of the most powerful episodes in his new book, reshaping them into concise chapters designed to be read in 10 to 15 minutes, each ending with three actionable life lessons.
Titled Good Journeys, the book draws on four years of deeply personal podcast conversations.
Ben said, “The chapters are accessible and reflective, designed for readers navigating change, seeking clarity or reassessing their direction in life.”
Good Journeys shines a spotlight on many purpose-driven individuals from the South West, including Grace Farrimond, founder of Young Blooms florist and RHS Chelsea award winner; Robin Worrall, creative director of Rednine brand + design; Sarah Perrett, emotion code practitioner and founder of The Happiness Gap; and Esther Champion, founder of Bristol-based Myrtos Consultancy.
“Each contributor shares personal insights into the ups and downs of their professional journeys, touching on themes of leadership, resilience and building meaningful work within their communities,” said Ben.
“It opens with a foreword from Sir Terry Waite, one of Britain’s most respected humanitarian figures. Sir Terry is widely known for negotiating hostage releases in the 1980s and enduring more than four years in captivity in Lebanon. Since his release in 1991, he has dedicated his life to advocacy and humanitarian service.”
The book also features internationally recognised contributors, including Sir Alexander McCall Smith, autistic author and speaker Pete Wharmby, special needs advocate Tonye Faloughi-Ekezie, film and television actor Autumn Reeser, and Emmy Award-winning TV presenter Chris Van Vliet.
Since its launch, the Good Journeys Podcast has featured conversations with founders, creatives, authors, athletes, activists and everyday heroes from around the world.
The book can be purchased online at: https://www.secondmountain comms.co.uk/good-journeys-book
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