Steve Judge is an award-winning international keynote speaker, twice world champion paratriathlete, and the author of Don’t Lean on Your Excuses and GOLD. After a near-fatal car accident left doctors saying he might never walk again, Steve defied the odds — turning setbacks into stepping stones and becoming a two-time Paratriathlon World Champion, representing Great Britain on the global stage. His compelling journey from wheelchair to world champion and beyond now fuels powerful keynotes and workshops that inspire audiences to overcome barriers, unlock their potential, and pursue meaningful goals with courage and clarity. A TEDx speaker celebrated for his resilience-centred messaging, Steve has worked with organisations including Rolls-Royce, Toyota, NHS, HSBC and the University of Edinburgh, helping individuals and teams turn challenges into achievement.

Key Points of the Episode:

• His early inspirations in his life.
• His take on modern day influencers.
• The near fatal accident in 2002.
• How he found his fighting spirit based on the diagnosis of a doctor.
• His difficult yet ultimately victorious healing journey.
• "The Progress Principle"
• No such thing as "normal" - drop the comparison!
• His take on contemporary masculinity.
• How he manages burnout.
• Sleep. And its profound importance. Not just length but quality.
• A message of hope.

Reach out here: www.steve-judge.com or google Steve Judge.

Or, Linked In

Do reach out. He wants to help.

See his TEDx Talk here

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David Maywald is father to a son and daughter, husband, board member, volunteer, author, and passionate advocate for boys and men. He worked for two decades as an analyst and Portfolio Manager in the investment management sector, and is qualified as a Chartered Financial Analyst. His extensive studies include two degrees, an Honours thesis, and the Boardroom Mastery program with the Australian Institute of Company Directors. David has served as Chair, Treasurer, and committee chair, with governance contributions to twenty organisations during the last three decades. He founded the Awards for Men in Leadership in 2023, and launched Celebrating Masculinity in 2025. His recently released book is called The Relentless War on Masculinity: Does it Ever End?

Here are links:

David Maywald at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmaywald/

Personal profile at X: https://x.com/DavidMaywald

YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@davidmaywald4173

David Maywald’s book The Relentless War on Masculinity is available from these distributors (and others): https://books2read.com/trwom

Amazon product page for the book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1764339703

The book has over 100 five-star ratings across Goodreads, Amazon, and other readers: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/244119645-the-relentless-war-on-masculinity

Celebrating Masculinity at Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CelebratingMasculinity/

Substack for Celebrating Masculinity: https://celebratingmasculinity.substack.com/

TikTok videos: https://www.tiktok.com/@celebratingmasculinity

Key points of the Episode:

• UK Vs Australia, who is further ahead in a balanced debate on mens well bring.
• The remaining pockets of resistance in Australia.
• The momentum behind writing the book.
• The second wave of feminisation.
• The mixed response to the book.
• The 4 Horsewomen of modern feminism.
• Some forward thinking parenting tips.
• Gamma bias- what is it?
• A beautiful philosophy

Reach out: Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmaywald

Or Google "The Relentless War on Masculinity"

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Ally Fogg is a British writer, journalist, and commentator based in Manchester with a long track record of engaging with social and political issues, especially relating to men and boys. He has written extensively for major outlets including The Guardian and The Independent, covering topics from gender politics and public policy to broader cultural debates. Over more than two decades in media and activism, Ally has been deeply involved in the men’s health and wellbeing sector, co-founding and leading initiatives that aim to improve support and conversation around male health, family issues, and social policy. He serves as Chair of the Association for Male Health and Wellbeing, helping steer its development as a national membership community in the UK.

Association for Male Health and Wellbeing (AMHW)

The Association for Male Health and Wellbeing (AMHW) is a UK-based national membership organisation dedicated to strengthening the male health and wellbeing sector. As a registered charity, it brings together not-for-profit organisations, academics, and professionals to foster collaboration, share best practice, and drive positive social change for men and boys. AMHW’s mission focuses on building supportive networks, advocating for fair policy environments, and promoting constructive public dialogue about the issues affecting male health and wellbeing. Through partnership, advocacy, and community engagement, the charity aims to ensure that men’s health matters not just to individuals but to families, workplaces, and wider society

Key points of the episode:

• How it all started and the gender politics of society.
• Who he was a voice for.
• The history of the emerging male health and well being sector across the UK.
• The slow progress from the Government.
• The tenets of what he practises.
• How a complete picture of mens health and well being, creates a healthy society.
• Gender inclusive policy and its importance.....
• .... and where it exists and where it dosen't.
• The flashpoint in 2016.
• Where we are now in 2026.
• How the current situation is unsustainable.
• How much more support is needed.
• How you cannot secure mens health and well being if womens health and well being is compromised, and vice versa.

Reach out: www.amhw.org.uk

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