Graham Frost was introduced to walking as a recreational activity when he was in his late 20s. Listen as he explains his passion for getting outside and just walking.

Re-introducing Heart-Shaped Decisions

Sep 2nd, 2022 7m 11s

Welcome back to the Heart-Shaped Decisions podcast. If you have never listened before, welcome!I have decided to start the podcast again - her is a short introduction to it, and I'll be back very soon with more.

Sam Brook tells Graham some of her incredible story of escape and survival

Nov 23rd, 2021 56m 14s

Sam Brook and Graham have quite a bit in common, as they were both born and raised in strict religions, and left them behind when they were still quite young. Sam now helps other people to be happier through The Happiness Club https://happines

A chat with the Courage Coach - Vaibhav Vadera

Nov 9th, 2021 32m 40s

Graham met Vaibhav during the coronavirus epidemic through the Professional Speaking Association of which they are both members. In this interview, Graham and Vaibhav discuss their lives and how they have made Heart-Shaped Decisions, especiall

The inspiring Tammy Banks shares her life and work with Graham

Oct 5th, 2021 45m 56s

Tammy's personal history, academic achievements & work experience have driven her to champion the importance of effective, achievable solutions to prevent abuse and harm. Tammy leads with passion and commitment. She recognises the importance of

Graham chats with emotion coach Naomi Trentham

Sep 28th, 2021 44m 20s

Graham strongly recommends that you listen to this episode if you are interested in how emotions make us react to different situations in life. Naomi Trentham's journey through working with young people in a lot of different areas and finding

Jo-Anne Mac Millan speaks with Graham about her life and Heart-Centred Entrepreneurship

Sep 1st, 2021 40m 25s

Jo-Anne is a practising psychotherapist and businesswoman with an interest in doing things from the heart, which fits very well with Graham's Heart-Shaped Decisions. There are also other connections that you will find if you give this episode a

Graham talks with Kay Reeve about emotions and how to understand them

Aug 17th, 2021 44m 8s

Kay Reeve has an extraordinary story, and is an extraordinary woman. Do you understand your own emotions, and do you try to understand the emotions of other people? I think most of us would like to understand this area of our lives better - and

Fabienne Vailes knows all about Heart-Shaped Decisions!

Aug 3rd, 2021 56m 56s

Fabienne Vailes is an educator who is making a difference. Listen as Fabienne and Graham discuss their experiences of and thoughts on education, bringing Heart-Shaped Decisions in at every possible opportunity!Fabienne is the author of two boo

Graham's Thoughts in July 2021

Jul 27th, 2021 13m 38s

The Heart-Shaped Decisions podcast has been on a break for a week or two, after over a year of weekly episodes. Graham explains the reasons for the break, and shares a few thoughts on the experiences of the past year or so. You can contact Gra

Julie Norman - A force for positive change in education

Jul 6th, 2021 36m 14s

Julie speaks to Graham about her early life and education and how it inspired her to use her life to make a positive difference to young people's education and the way schools are run. A thoroughly inspiring listen. You can find out more about

A frank chat with former drug dealer and prisoner Warren King - HMP to LSE

Jun 30th, 2021 39m 23s

Warren King used to be a drug dealer, now he's about to start studying at the London School of Economics. He also speaks in schools about the dangers of being lured into drug dealing. A fascinating chat with an inspiring guy. You can find Warre

Andy Palmer speaks about his exceptional life

Jun 22nd, 2021 39m 2s

Graham didn't know much about Andy before this interview. Andy is a fellow helper of people, listen to hear his story, including teaching, football coaching. Olympic torch bearing, and a politely refused MBE. Andy is currently working as a PE

Steve Girling tells Graham his inspiring story of tackling a gambling addiction

Jun 15th, 2021 41m 2s

Steve Girling now wants to help other people with gambling addictions after serving a prison sentence for robbing his employer to fund his addiction. One of the most inspiring stories it has been my pleasure to hear on the Heart-Shaped Decision

Andy Griffiths tells his inspiring story

Jun 8th, 2021 40m 40s

Graham has had the pleasure of getting to know Andy Griffiths over the past few months. Andy loves to help others achieve their potential and has an amazing story himself too. If you are interested in working with Andy after listening to this

David Robson talks to Graham about his work and thoughts on education

Jun 1st, 2021 39m 37s

David Robson is founder of Inspire EHC , a business that is out to make a difference for specialist provision in education. David and Graham are both passionate about making a difference for young people in education and the conversation cover

Lee Dale's Story

May 25th, 2021 38m 40s

I recently met Lee through a mutual connection and I'm very pleased that I did. Lee has lived experience of homelessness and drug abuse - one of the most inspiring stories I've heard and a really unassuming guy!

A chat with inspiring entrepreneur Julie Creffield

May 18th, 2021 20m 4s

Graham has known Julie for a while and recently read her book 'Leading from the Back'. Julie is a no-nonsense East Ender with a big heart who is also a successful coach and mentor. She's been on the telly and everything. Listen and be moved!

Hannah Walton - A Young Woman Making a Difference

May 11th, 2021 43m 18s

Graham met the inspiring young woman that is Hannah Walton on LinkedIn and was immediately drawn to her because of her story and the fact that she wants to help others who do not fit into mainstream education. This is a great listen, especiall

Graham interviews an inspiring young man called Ash Williams

May 4th, 2021 39m 22s

Just when you think you have heard all the inspiring stories that you ever wanted to hear, along comes another one that knocks your socks off. Ash Williams is 19 years of age and has started a CIC called Raising Youth. Listen and be inspired b

Andrew Deighton chats about his journey from engineer to people development

Apr 27th, 2021 36m 7s

Andrew is a people development specialist who started his career as a design engineer. He worked for an internationally renowned company for 26 years and then made the Heart-Shaped Decision to do something different.

Graham chats with Steven Dolby about his story and Heart-Shaped Decisions

Apr 15th, 2021 40m 50s

It is said that everyone has a story. Graham seems to attract people with touching and unusual stories. Steven Dolby's story is unique. Touching , honest and inspiring.

Inspiring Educators 15 - Neya Iqbal

Apr 13th, 2021 20m 9s

Neya Iqbal is a young woman who is passionate about making a difference in the world of education. She is currently working at a Sixth Form College in Luton. Listen as Neya tells Graham about her passion for education and where it came from!

Inspiring Educators - 13 Chat with Newly Qualified Teacher Tom Breakwell

Apr 6th, 2021 24m 27s

Another inspiring talk with Tom Breakwell who is starting out as a Religious Studies teacher and talks about what inspired him to go into teaching and how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting his career in 2021. A very positive interview. You

Inspiring Educators 12 - Vinette Hoffman-Jackson

Mar 30th, 2021 36m 29s

Vinette started her teaching career in Jamaica and is now Assistant Head of a school in the U.K. She talks to Graham about her fascinating and inspiring career and her thoughts on present day education. You can find Vinette on Facebook.