Thriving Minds with Alberto Zandi
Thriving Minds with Alberto Zandi is a weekly podcast hosted by Alberto Zandi, an entrepreneur and Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree. Each episode features conversations with world-leading doctors, scientists, athletes, entrepreneurs, and celebrities. The show aims to help listeners achieve success in business, career, and personal life by providing actionable insights and inspiration. Alberto promises episodes that offer both emotional resonance and practical takeaways for personal growth.
Episodes
Yale Hormone Doctor: Your Body Starts Declining At 30, Here’s What To Do | Dr Florence Comite
You are not lazy.You are not broken.And you are not just tired.This week Alberto sat down with Dr Florence Comite, Yale and NIH-trained endocrinologist, precision medicine expert, best selling author of Invincible, and one of the global leading voices in personalised health, hormones, metabolism, and longevity.Dr Florence explains why the body can begin changing under the surface much earlier than
The World’s Most Famous Male Model: Why Success Wasn’t Enough - David Gandy
Most people saw the campaign.Very few saw the years he almost gave up.This week Alberto sat down with David Gandy, the world’s most recognisable male model, entrepreneur, founder of David Gandy Wellwear, and one of the defining figures in modern masculine style.David became globally recognised through the iconic Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue campaign, a moment that helped redefine male beauty and
World Leading Therapist: 3 Steps To Stop Feeling Not Good Enough - Marisa Peer
What if everything you believe about yourself is just a story your brain made up?In this powerful episode, world-renowned therapist Marisa Peer reveals the shocking truth about how your mind works against you and exactly how to take back control. Having spoken at Google, trained thousands of therapists worldwide, and helped countless clients transform their lives, Marisa shares the mindset secrets
Fashion Founder: Why Building A Business Will Break You Before It Makes You Stronger - Dona Ida
She cried every single day in the school playground.Now her jeans are worn by celebrities and royalty, including Kate Middleton.This week Alberto sat down with Donna Ida Thornton, founder of Donna Ida, known in the fashion industry as the Jean Queen, and one of the most distinctive voices in British fashion, to unpack what it really takes to build a brand that lasts for 20 years.Donna shares how s
Best Selling Nutritionist: 6 Things You Must Do To Make Health Feel Easier - Sarah Ann Macklin
This week Alberto sat down with Sarah Ann Macklin, nutritionist, best selling author of Health Shouldn’t Be This Hard, founder of the not for profit organisation Be Well Collective, host of Live Well Be Well, and one of the leading voices connecting nutrition, mental health, self compassion, and the mind body relationship.Sarah shares how she started modelling at 16, built a successful internation
Michelin Star Chef: How To Build A Restaurant That Lasts 20 Years - Adam Byatt
This week Alberto sat down with Adam Byatt, the Celebrity and Michelin starred chef, restaurateur, founder of Trinity, and one of the most respected figures in British hospitality, to unpack what it really takes to build a restaurant that lasts and succeeds for 20 years.Adam shares how he grew up in a working class family in Essex, found food as a way into a bigger world, trained at Claridge’s (Lo
World Renowned Food Psychologist: 6 Habits To Stop Food Controlling Your Life - Professor Jane Ogden
This week Alberto sat down with Professor Jane Ogden, Professor of Health Psychology at the University of Surrey and one of the leading voices on eating behaviour, food psychology, body image, dieting, and the relationship between the mind and body.In this conversation, Professor Ogden explains why our relationship with food is never just about food. She explores how childhood, family scripts, emo
Billion Dollar Founder: The 9 Steps That Built My $5.6B Business - Sir Richard Harpin
This week Alberto sat down with Richard Harpin, the founder of HomeServe, investor, and author of How To Make A Billion In Nine Steps, to unpack the practical framework behind building a business that sold for $5.6 billion.Richard’s story challenges one of the biggest myths about entrepreneurship: that you need a completely unique idea to build something great. He explains why copying and improvin
Cambridge Grief Doctor: 6 Things You Must Do To Heal From Grief And Loss | Dr Chloe Paidoussis
This week Alberto sat down with Dr Chloe Paidoussis Mitchell, the world renowned Chartered Counselling Psychologist, grief and trauma specialist, and best selling author of The Loss Prescription, to unpack what grief really is, what it does to the brain and body, and why so many people feel like they are grieving in the wrong way when they are not.In this conversation, Dr Chloe explains why grief
Former Warner Bros VP: How To Rebuild Yourself After A Difficult Chapter | Viviane Paxinos
This week Alberto sat down with Viviane Paxinos, former Warner Bros Vice President, former AllBright CEO, and one of the most accomplished growth and transformation executives in media and digital, to unpack a career built on ambition, reinvention, resilience, and the courage to keep moving when things do not go to plan.Viviane shares how she grew up in a Greek immigrant family in Canada, moved to
1# Hostage Negotiator: Listening Mistakes Costing You Trust, Deals and Influence | R. Mullender
This week Alberto sat down with Richard Mullender, the renowned former hostage negotiator and communication expert, to unpack what communication really is, why most people do it badly, and how better listening can transform negotiation, trust, persuasion, leadership, and relationships.Richard spent decades in policing, with the final part of his career leading Scotland Yard's hostage and crisis ne
Myprotein Founder: No Degree, No Investors, Just Relentless Execution - Oliver Cookson
This week Alberto sat down with Oliver Cookson, the renowned founder of Myprotein, the world’s #1 supplement brand, serial entrepreneur, author, and one of the UK’s most compelling self-made business builders, to unpack how he went from humble beginnings in Manchester to building one of the most recognised names in sports nutrition.Oliver’s story breaks almost every rule people think success requi
SheerLuxe Founder: The Pressure of Success, Tunnel Vision, Anxiety, and a £40M Exit - Georgie Coleridge Cole
This week Alberto sat down with Georgie Coleridge Cole, the renowned founder and CEO of SheerLuxe, one of the UK’s most influential digital media brands, to unpack the real story behind building a business that shaped modern online publishing and recently reached a major acquisition milestone. Georgie started SheerLuxe in 2007, after spotting a clear gap in the market, a trusted destination that c
Leading Gut Health Expert: These Foods Are Damaging Your Brain and Body - Dr Tim Spector
This week Alberto sat down with Dr Tim Spector, a world leading gut health expert, medical doctor, Professor of Genetic Epidemiology at King’s College London, bestselling author, and co founder of #ZOE.In this conversation, Dr Spector explains why the gut microbiome is one of the most important control systems in the human body, shaping metabolism, immunity, mood, cravings, inflammation, and even
Pizza Empire Founder: What It Really Takes to Build a Successful Restaurant Brand - Thom Elliot
This week Alberto sat down with Thom Elliot, co-founder of Pizza Pilgrims, one of the UK’s most recognisable and successful pizza brands.Thom shares the real story behind building Pizza Pilgrims from a single van into a national business with over 800 employees, and what it actually costs to scale in hospitality. From long hours and financial pressure to the emotional toll of leadership, this conv
Body Language Expert: These Gestures Make People Dislike You Instantly - Martin Brooks
This week Alberto sat down with Martin Brooks, a world leading body language and communication expert who helps people use non-verbal communication to transform their professional and personal lives.Martin’s work sits at the intersection of psychology, communication, and human behaviour. He explains how body language shapes first impressions, why the body often reveals what the mouth is trying to
The Happiness Doctor: This 4 Minute Rule Will Improve All Your Relationships - Dr Andy Cope
This week Alberto sat down with Dr Andy Cope, also known as The Happiness Doctor, a world leading positive psychology researcher, speaker, and best selling author, best known for his work on human flourishing, and for the idea that happiness is the goal behind all your other goals. In this conversation, Andy breaks down what happiness actually is, why we confuse short term pleasure with long term
Beauty Empire Founder: The Untold Story Behind The Global Brand Rodial - Maria Hatzistefanis
This week Alberto sat down with Maria Hatzistefanis, founder and CEO of the Rodial Group, bestselling author, and a Dragon on Dragons Den Greece.Maria grew up on a small island in Greece, dreaming of a bigger world. She moved into magazines, studied business at Columbia, entered investment banking, then got fired at 25, a moment that forced her to choose what she actually wanted.With 20,000 in sav
Grief Psychologist: The Truth About Loss That No One Teaches You! - Dr Erin Hope
This week Alberto sat down with Dr Erin Hope, a leading clinical psychologist, bereavement specialist, and founder of The Loss Foundation, a national charity supporting people after cancer loss.Grief is something every human will experience, yet almost none of us are taught how to understand it, process it, or support others through it. In this conversation, Dr Erin explains why grief is not a dis
The Persuasion Expert: How to Persuade Anyone, Negotiate & Build Confidence - Lee Warren
This week Alberto sat down with Lee Warren, a world leading persuasion and communication expert, keynote speaker, and advisor to senior leaders and global organisations.Lee’s work challenges one of the most common myths in business and leadership, that people are persuaded by logic, data, and facts. In reality, most decisions are made emotionally first, and only justified rationally afterwards.You
Digital Detox Expert: How Technology Is Destroying Your Focus and Health! Colin Corby
This week Alberto sat down with Colin Corby, a leading digital detox expert with over three decades of experience in technology, health, and behavioural change.In this conversation, they explore how constant stimulation, multitasking, and screen exposure quietly erode focus, sleep, energy, and emotional resilience. Colin explains why technology itself is not the enemy, but how it replaces movement
Former British Intelligence Officer: The Truth About Real World Spies! - Gavin Stone | E58
This week Alberto sat down with Gavin Stone, a former British intelligence officer with over two decades of experience working across government agencies and international intelligence operations.Gavin shares what life inside the intelligence world actually looks like, how spies are recruited, trained, and deployed, and why the real work is nothing like the movies.This episode you will learn:• How
MIT Neuroscientist: How to Wire Your Brain for Optimism Today - Dr Tali Sharot
This week Alberto sat down with Dr Tali Sharot, one of the world’s leading cognitive neuroscientists, Professor at MIT and UCL, and a global authority on optimism, decision making, memory, and influence.Dr Sharot’s research challenges the idea that humans are rational decision makers. Instead, she explains how optimism bias, emotion, and anticipation shape the choices we make, the memories we form
Master Communication Expert: Why people stop listening when you speak - Graham Davies
This week Alberto sat down with Graham Davies, one of the UK’s leading communication experts, who has advised prime ministers, presidents, CEOs, senior executives, and public figures on how to speak in public and under extreme pressure.Graham’s work is focused on one core idea, communication is not about talking, it is about taking responsibility for what the audience hears, feels, and remembers.I
6 Nations Rugby Chairman: How curiosity can make you a CEO! - Ronan Dunne
Ronan Dunne is one of the most influential business leaders of the past two decades.From banking to telecoms, from CEO of O2 to leading Verizon through periods of enormous transformation, and now Chairman of Six Nations Rugby, Ronan’s career is a masterclass in leadership, adaptability, and long term thinking.In this conversation, we go far beyond titles and success headlines.We explore how curios
Longevity Doctor: This Daily Habit Will Increase Your Lifespan - Mark Jinks
This week Alberto sat down with Dr Mark Jinks, a leading longevity and performance medicine doctor working at the intersection of modern science and preventative health.With a background spanning the NHS, sports medicine, and functional medicine, Mark explains why traditional healthcare focuses too late on disease, and how longevity is really about extending healthspan, not just lifespan. They exp
Leading Nutritional Neuroscientist: The Foods That Shape Your Brain, Mood, Focus and Mental Health!
This week Alberto sat down with Dr Rachel Gow, leading nutritional neuroscientist, researcher, author, and founder of Nutritious Minds Trust.Dr Rachel explains why we have been taught to think about food only in terms of weight, calories, or appearance, while completely ignoring its impact on the brain, mood, focus, and emotional regulation.Drawing from decades of clinical research and personal ex
Leading Communication Expert: This speaking mistake makes people not pay attention! - Vinny Raval
This week Alberto sat down with Vinny Raval, one of the UKs leading speech coaches whose work blends acting, speech and language therapy, and over fifteen years in the field with deep experience coaching CEOs, founders, actors, politicians, and senior executives.Vinny transforms the way people communicate by teaching them what to say, how to say it, and how to say it with confidence, clarity, and
Boxing World Champion - Caroline Dubois Use fear and doubt as fuel to win!
This week, Alberto sat down with Caroline Dubois, world champion boxer, the younger sister of heavyweight world champion Daniel Dubois, and one of the most extraordinary young athletes of her generation. This is the story of a GOAT in the making.Caroline’s story is unlike anything you have heard before. She started boxing at nine years old in a gym that did not allow girls, so she entered under a
Big Mamma Group Founder: I sold my business for $320M and this is my golden lesson - Victor Lugger
This week, Alberto sat down with Victor Lugger, the entrepreneur behind two of Europe’s fastest growing companies, Big Mama and Sunday. He built a hospitality group now valued at over $310M, and then launched a FinTech company processing billions a year, all while raising a family and staying sane through the pressure.In this conversation, Victor opens up about the truth behind building a company
No.1 Dopamine Expert: The health cost of quick dopamine and how to rewire your brain today! - TJ Power
This week, Alberto sits with TJ Power, a world leading neuroscientist, best selling author, and the creator of the DOSE framework. His work investigates how dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins influence mental and physical health, particularly in the context of our digitally driven lifestyles.TJ’s framework is designed to unlock your best life, to live with purpose, intention, focus, and
The Future Face of F1 is Here: The unique story of Bianca Bustamante
This week Alberto sat down with Bianca Bustamante, the twenty year old driver who is now the future face of F1.Born in Manila and raised in a working class family, she fell in love with karting at three. At six she asked to be homeschooled to train more. Her father worked three jobs to keep her dream alive. She became the best in her country but the international costs were astronomical. So she mo
Celebrity Chef - Thomas Straker: From Kitchen Burnout to Building a Restaurant Empire
What happens when the dream job nearly breaks you?This week on Thriving Minds, Alberto sat down with Celebrity Chef, Thomas Straker, the chef, founder, best selling author, and digital powerhouse behind the Straker’s restaurant group and global ‘All Things Butter’ brand.From burnout in fine dining to millions of views on Instagram, Thomas reveals the full story of how he rebuilt his relationship w
Leading Gut Health Expert: Follow these principles to fix your gut and fix your life - Dr. Megan Rossi
What if your gut is running the show, not your brain?This week on Thriving Minds, Alberto sat down with Dr. Megan Rossi, one of the world’s leading gut health experts, bestselling author, and founder of The Gut Health Doctor. With 70-80% of your immune system based in the gut, and powerful links to mood, memory, energy, and inflammation, your gut health may be affecting you more than you think.In
YouTube legend turned entrepreneur: I succeeded but still needed to change my life - Caspar Lee
What happens when you outgrow the identity the world gave you?This week Alberto sat down with Caspar Lee, one of the first YouTubers to build global fame, make millions, and become an online legend.After achieving success most dream of by his early twenties, Caspar walked away from the internet spotlight and rebuilt himself, from burnout and identity loss to business, clarity, and purpose.Now a su
Leading Breathwork Expert: Wrong breathing linked to stress, fatigue, and underperformance - Jamie Clements
Why do we feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected, even when life looks fine on the outside?This week, Alberto sat down with Jamie Clements, world leading and pioneer breathwork expert, mental health advocate, and founder of The Breath Space.They explore why so many people today feel stuck in survival mode, and how reconnecting with the body through breath can transform not just your mind, but
The Manifestation Queen: The 7 steps to manifest and live your dream life - Roxie Nafousi
Why do some people stay stuck while others live their best lives?This week, Alberto sat down with Roxie Nafousi, aka Manifestation Queen. Roxie is a leading self-development coach, bestselling author, and the woman behind the global manifestation movement.In this powerful and practical conversation, Roxie breaks down the psychology of manifestation, and how you can use it to finally move forward,
UK’s #1 Influencer - Tam Kaur: What They Don’t Tell You About Hustling Your Way to Success
What if burnout isn’t a time issue, but an energy one?This week, Alberto sat down with Tam Kaur, self-made entrepreneur, investor, and a powerful voice for ambitious women navigating business, identity, and burnout.Tam shares how chasing success nearly broke her, the rejection that made her stronger, and the cost of trying to prove your worth to a world that misunderstands you.They explore the hid
Leading Life Coach: These steps reduce anxiety, stress, and burnout.
What if burnout isn’t a time issue, but an energy one?This week Alberto sat down with Simon Alexander Ong, globally acclaimed life coach, bestselling author of Energize, and trusted advisor to elite entrepreneurs and high-performers.They talked about the real reasons so many of us feel stuck, tired, or unfulfilled, even when everything looks “successful” from the outside.Simon shares how we can ch
Actress Varada Sethu: I Never Felt Like I Belonged - Even After I Made It
Would you risk everything to be truly seen?In this deeply personal conversation, Alberto speaks with Varada Sethu, leading actress and star of Andor and Hard Sun, about the emotional cost of chasing success in an industry that often overlooks people like her.Born in India and raised in Newcastle, Varada opens up about growing up between cultures, never feeling like she belonged, and the struggles
World’s 1# Couples Therapist: The Main Reasons for Breakups - Dr. Shalet
Why do relationships fall apart, even when two people love each other?Today, Alberto sits down with Dr. Victoria Shalet, a globally renowned relationship therapist who has spent years helping couples navigate intimacy, conflict, and connection. Drawing on her deep experience, Victoria shares why love fades, what truly breaks relationships apart, and how to rebuild trust and closeness.Alberto
Stress Management Expert: How To Deal With Stress & Burnout
How do we break free from stress?In this powerful conversation, stress and anxiety expert Alice Law reveals the hidden cost of burnout, the emotional patterns behind chronic anxiety, and the science of becoming mentally free.After losing her father and burning out under the weight of high-pressure expectations, Alice didn’t just learn about stress, she lived it. What followed was a deep personal r
India Amarteifio: The Breakthrough Of A Bridgerton Star
How do you keep going when everyone says no?India Amarteifio knows what it means to be rejected. Before becoming Queen Charlotte in Netflix’s global hit Bridgertonprequel, she spent years auditioning, getting knocked down, and questioning everything, including herself.In this emotionally honest conversation, India reveals the truth about the acting industry: the pressure, the insecurities, the res
Roma Football Club CEO: The Leader Behind Cristiano Ronaldo & José Mourinho.
What’s the real game behind the world's most followed sport?Guido Fienga has sat at the very heart of football power. As former CEO of AS Roma and of Al-Nassr, he has dealt with world-class players, fan revolts, multi million-euro transfers, and the media storm that surrounds elite clubs. But in this rare, introspective interview, he reveals the side of football no one sees.In this episode Guido r
Leading Cardiologist: How Stress, Carbs & Sugar Are Destroying Your Health - Dr Malhotra
What if everything you believed about health, medicine, and nutrition was wrong?Dr. Aseem Malhotra, one of the world’s most outspoken cardiologists, joins Alberto to expose what he calls one of the biggest deceptions in modern health care.In this episode, Dr. Malhotra takes us on a wellness journey.This episode will show you:🟠 How to Keep the Heart Strong🟠 Nutrition for Heart Health🟠 Warning Signs
Fitness Expert: How to Build Lasting Muscle - Nick Mitchell
He’s the world’s most respected body transformation coach and fitness book author.He’s built a global empire in fitness.And he’s about to tell you why your workouts, diet, and mindset are failing you.Nick Mitchell, founder of Ultimate Performance, has trained royalty, celebrities, elite athletes, and billionaires. But in this episode of Thriving Minds, he gives you what most trainers won’t: brutal
Forbes Under 30 Quits While Thriving
She was listed on Forbes 30 Under 30.She built one of the UK’s most inclusive, values-driven talent agencies.And then she walked away.In this episode of Thriving Minds, Chloë Downes opens up for the first time about why she gave it all up, at the peak of success, to rebuild a life defined not by accolades, but by alignment.This is a conversation about ambition, burnout, late-diagnosed Asperger’s,
The Love Scientist: The Science Behind Love, Fatherhood & Emotional Success
She’s one of the world’s leading researchers on love, relationships, fatherhood, and the science of human connection.Dr. Anna Machin, evolutionary anthropologist at Oxford, joins Thriving Minds to reveal how our relationships shape our health, our happiness, and our success.In this deeply insightful episode, you’ll learn:Why love is more than romance, and why it’s essential to your longevity and r
Longevity Expert: How To Live Better & Longer and Stop Stress from Aging You
She’s one of the UK’s leading brain and longevity doctors, trusted by world-class CEOs, athletes, and high performers.But before Dr. Tamsin Lewis became the expert, she was the patient.After suffering a traumatic brain injury and falling into a coma, Dr. Tam rebuilt her health, using the very science she now shares with clients globally.In this episode of Thriving Minds, she reveals what most peop
Former Soho House COO: How to Build Iconic Brands - Martin Kuczmarski
What does it really take to build one of the most iconic hospitality brands in the world, and what happens when you walk away?In this episode I sit down with Martin Kuczmarski, the former COO of Soho House, who was the mastermind behind the scale of the brand into a global lifestyle empire known for its exclusivity, culture, and community. From launching clubs across three continents to defining t
The Sleep Doctor: Why You Feel Tired All the Time (Even If You Sleep 8 Hours) — Dr. Guy Leschziner
What if everything you thought you knew about sleep was wrong?In this episode of Thriving Minds, I sit down with Dr. Guy Leschziner, world-renowned neurologist and leading sleep expert, to uncover the science, psychology, and habits behind truly restorative sleep.Whether you’re 25, 35, or 55, this conversation will change the way you sleep. You’ll learn how to finally wake up refreshed and energi
The Entrepreneur Who Turned Burnout into a Bold Media Brand
"I was successful on paper. But inside, I felt like I was crumbling."At 27, Phoebe Cleary Rudd had checked all the boxes, an impressive career in finance, a dream apartment, a busy social life. But when burnout hit, it hit hard. She found herself crying on the kitchen floor, disconnected from her purpose, unsure what she was chasing anymore.This deeply honest conversation reveals how Phoebe rebuil
The Sex Therapist: The Truth About Orgasm, Desire & What No One Tells You About Sex
Kate Moyle is one of the UK’s leading psychosexual therapists and a respected voice in the field of modern intimacy, desire, and sexual wellbeing.In this episode of Thriving Minds Kate explains why so many people feel disconnected in their relationships, not due to a lack of love, but because of shame, silence, and the myths we’ve internalized about sex.She breaks down:Why desire fades in long-ter
The Elite Trainer: Why You Are Not Loosing Fat
Matt Roberts has trained Prime Ministers, pop stars, fashion icons, and royalty. But behind the elite client list lies a deeper mission: to help people live longer, stronger, and better. In this episode, he reveals the truth about how fitness, food, hormones, and habits shape your health, and why most people are getting it disastrously wrong.From building David Cameron a gym inside 10 Downing Stre
From 30 & Thriving to Thriving Minds – A New Chapter Begins
In this special short video, host Alberto Zandi reflects on the incredible journey of 30 & Thriving, from its launch to over 300,000 subscribers in just one year, and announces the exciting evolution into our new identity: Thriving Minds.Originally created to share the unfiltered stories of Forbes 30 Under 30 honorees, 30 & Thriving uncovered the raw realities behind success, failure, self
AI Billion-Dollar Founder: AI Will Replace Most Jobs – Nikola Mrkšić
Nikola Mrkšić didn’t grow up dreaming of building a $500 million AI company. He wanted to be a neurosurgeon, or a diplomat. Instead, he co-founded Europe’s leading AI platform, PolyAI, a company handling over 100 million customer calls a year, backed by NVIDIA, and reshaping how we interact with machines.In this raw, unfiltered conversation, Nikola reveals:Why he never planned to be an entrepreneu
The Bootstrapped Entrepreneur How to Bootstrap A Tech Star Up to Success
In this compelling episode of Thriving Minds, we sit down with Josh Deal, the mastermind behind ZEBR, a platform that's redefining music marketing in the digital age. From his beginnings as a drummer to becoming a tech entrepreneur without a coding background, Josh shares his transformative journey.What you'll discover:Innovative Strategies: How Josh leveraged influencer marketing to propel artist
The Pet Entrepreneur: How To Make Millions From Your Canine Best Friend
There are over 400 dog breeds in the world.So why is most pet food still made based on size? Entrepreneur Victor Mortreu, Co-Founder of Just Russel, asked that same question, and built one of the fastest-growing pet food companies in Europe in response. By using AI to create custom-tailored nutrition plans, Just Russel is helping pets live longer, healthier lives. The company is now doing ov
The Inherited Entrepreneur: You Can Inherit Money But Not Respect
He could’ve taken the easy road. But he didn’t.In this episode, Alberto sits down with Henry Vindevogel, the 29-year-old founder of TOCG, a cosmetic conglomerate with annual revenues exceeding £45M—and someone whose story is often misunderstood.Born into a family of successful entrepreneurs, many assumed Henry’s path was already paved. That his success was inherited, not earned.But behind the surf
The Confidence Coach: Build your confidence today with Stefanie Sword-Williams
How can I build more confidence?How can I self-promote without sounding arrogant?How can I stand out in public speaking?How can I stand out?In this deeply educational and insightful episode, author and coach Stefanie Sword-Williams chats with Alberto about all things confidence.Stefanie has worked with some of the world’s largest companies, including Netflix, Unilever and Google, helping individua
Leading Functional Mushroom Brand: How I Built a Multi-Million Brand from Mushrooms
In just a few years, DIRTEA has grown from a bold idea into the UK’s leading functional mushroom brand, stocked in the country’s biggest retailers and trusted by thousands of customers.But behind the scenes is a story very few founders would have the courage to share. In this episode of Thriving Minds, Alberto Zandi sits down with Andrew Salter, Co-Founder of DIRTEA, the UK's leading function
TRIP CBD Co-Founder: How a Sports Injury Led to Europe’s Biggest CBD Brand
In just 5 years, TRIP CBD went from an idea to being stocked in Whole Foods, Soho House, and over 35 countries worldwide, averaging a staggering 400% growth per year.But their success story isn’t just luck, it’s a masterclass in turning challenges into opportunities.When they launched, CBD advertising was banned across major platforms. Instead of giving up, they hacked their way to global success
The First Black Woman to Swim for Great Britain: How To Beat The Odds & The Method of Pivoting
“I didn’t just want to make history, I wanted to change it.”Rebecca Ajulu-Bushell became the first Black woman to ever swim for Great Britain, but that was only the beginning. She went on to graduate from Oxford, become the CEO of the 10,000 Interns Foundation, and author the powerful book This Heavy Black Bone.In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Rebecca opens up about the hurdles of being a
The Art Entrepreneur: Why 99% of Artists Fail
The Art Industry Is Rigged – Marine Tanguy Exposes the TruthA story to fuel your day with motivation and hope.Marine Tanguy grew up on a small island in France, far from the art world’s elite circles.She had no connections, no privilege, and no fast track to success. Yet today, she’s the founder of MTArt Agency. Her mission is to empower talented artists who don’t have the means to break thro
The Tech-Recruitment Entrepreneur: How Gary Izunwa Built A Game Changing Recruitment Platform
Gary Izunwa grew up in a single-parent, working-class household where he learned the value of hard work and witnessed first-hand the barriers to opportunity faced by underprivileged communities. Today, he’s the founder of Tangent, a ground-breaking digital recruitment platform tackling the deep-rooted unfairness in employee referrals and opening doors for those often overlooked by traditional hiri
The Dark Side of the Adult Industry: Activist Exposes the Truth About Porn, Consent & Adolescents
Alberto is joined by Elena Michael, founder of Not Your Porn, in this eye-opening episode of Thriving Minds to uncover the hidden truths of the multi-billion-dollar porn industry and its impact on society.They dive into:How porn is affecting adolescent minds and the dangerous consequences.The dark secrets of the adult industry’s economy.The alarming rise of image-based abuse and what needs to be d
The Story of Actress Lou Llobell: From No to Yes In The Big Screen
In this episode, Alberto Zandi sits down with Lou Llobell, the breakout star of Apple TV’s hit sci-fi series Foundation. While the world is just beginning to recognize her talent, we are the first to bring her inspiring story to you.Lou shares:The struggles she faced breaking into one of the most competitive industries.How she overcame countless rejections with grit, determination, and self-belief
The VC Founder: $22M Raised to Acquire and Scale Consumer Brands
How do you build a venture capital firm from scratch with five co-founders? What does it take to scale consumer goods brands successfully? And why is teaming up with experienced individuals crucial to achieving exponential growth?In this episode of Thriving Minds, Alberto sits down with Laurence Booth-Clibborn, the founder of Mothership, a venture capital firm transforming the consumer g
Tom Grennan’s Story: From Singing in a Pub to an 80,000-Audience Stadium
In this compelling episode of Thriving Minds, Tom Grennan sits down with host Alberto Zandi to uncover the truth behind his meteoric rise from singing in pubs to selling out stadiums filled with 80,000 fans.But this isn’t just a story about fame. This is about how heartbreak redirected Tom’s path from football to music, the years of hustle that tested his resilience, and the unexpected moment a So
BAFTA Winner Mia McKenna-Bruce: From Working in a Call Centre to Achieving your Dreams
At just 8 years old, Mia McKenna-Bruce embarked on a career that would take over two decades of relentless effort, resilience, and heart. Despite early successes, she faced the harsh realities of the entertainment industry. Rejection after rejection and the crushing weight of burnout. At one point, she walked away from it all, trading auditions for a headset at a call centre in Australia.But Mia’s
The Story of Pip & Nut: Europe's Biggest Nut Butter Company - Pip Murray
Pip Murray had a passion for nut butters as a fuel source to run marathons, but couldn’t find healthy, tasty options without palm oil. In 2013, she decided to make her own and started selling them at a local artisan market in the UK.By 2024, her company, Pip & Nut, is selling millions of jars each month across Europe, stocked by major retailers like Whole Foods, Sainsbury’s, Waitrose, Tesco, H
The Twin Entrepreneur: Building A Tonic Water Empire with my Sister - Raissa De Haas
In this episode Alberto Zandi sits down with Raissa de Haas, co-founder of the internationally recognized premium mixer brand, Double Dutch. From launching the company with her twin sister Joyce in 2015 to now selling over 2 million units monthly, Raissa shares the remarkable journey behind building one of the most innovative brands in the beverage industry. Raissa opens up about how their pa
Unlocking the Power of the Black Pound: The Financial Value of the Black Community - Ruby Aryiku
In this eye-opening and educational episode, Alberto dives into the untapped economic power of the Black community with Ruby, Co-Founder of VAMP, a leading talent agency representing Black talents. Ruby shares how she and her friends turned their frustration over the lack of representation into a multimillion-dollar company that showcases the value of the Black pound. Alberto and Ruby discuss
The World Class Chief Operating Officer: How A Corporate Job Can Be As Fulfilling And Exciting As Being An Entrepreneur! - Claudia Stankler
A business founder is usually filled with passion, vision, and has a strong emotional bond with their business.Claudia Stankler, Chief Operating Officer of Connectd, shows us how a corporate job can allow you to have a life outside work while feeling as motivated and fulfilled as a founder.Connectd is a community-driven technology platform that connects investors and advisors with leading and rele
The Skincare Enthusiast: How To Come Up With A $19M Idea In A Week - Ahana Banerjee
Building a business is not always about finding an external gap in the market. Ahana Banerjee looked inward to what mattered to her to come up with a business idea while at university.After experiencing severe acne through her teenage years, Ahana deleted her Instagram account and was determined to develop a platform for people to share their experiences with acne without being judged.She develope
The Sidemen Manager: How to Become A Successful Content Creator - Jordan Schwarzenberger
What is the key to becoming a successful influencer?Jordan Schwarzenberger is a university dropout with a passion for media enterprise. After working at one of the best European talent agencies, Jordan spotted a gap in the market and co-founded Arcade Media, a management company with a single client: The Sidemen, one of the biggest and most successful YouTube collectives, including KSI as a lead m
Young Hospitality Millionaire: How to Succeed in the Worlds Oldest Industry - Arian Zandi
Most people don’t start a business because they don’t think they have a groundbreaking idea. Arian Zandi proves this wrong, emphasizing that implementation is more important than the initial idea.Arian Zandi decided to quit his corporate career in strategy consulting to follow his passion for entrepreneurship. In 2018, Arian co-founded Emerald Hospitality Group. Many would argue that the hospitali
The Gymnast Fighting The Climate Crisis: Former Athlete Reduces CO2 Emissions By 95% - Alisha Fredriksson
Do you think you need to study a technology-related field to build a company in the tech space?This is the story of Alisha Fredriksson, a gymnast who became an expert in climate crisis mitigation technologies and raised millions to found a company aiming to change the world.Global shipping accounts for 11% of total emissions in the transport sector, and its carbon footprint could increase by a sho
The E-Commerce Entrepreneur: How To Build A $100M Empire From Scratch - Eliott Jabès
Did you start a business but failed in your first attempt?Eliot Jabès built an e-commerce platform to sell second hand sneakers. After hard work and dedication, it still failed. Instead of giving up, Eliot applied all the lessons learned from his first failed business to build what is today a big tech company worth millions of dollars.Eliot co-founded Stockly, a platform that enables e-retailers t
Welcome to 30 & Thriving: Conversations with Forbes Under 30
Success is often depicted as an almost unattainable goal. People will tell you that to achieve it, you need wealth, connections, experience, and luck.In this brand-new podcast, 30 & Thriving, hosted by Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur Alberto Zandi, you’ll discover that success can be defined in numerous ways and, crucially, that the path to success isn’t always uniform.In each episode, join Al
