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Expelled to Excellence: How Cordell Jeffers Proved the Education System Wrong
Welcome to Beyond with Aleksandra King, where resilience, ambition, and unapologetic truth collide. We don't do small talk here. We sit down with leaders, innovators, and cultural voices who have taken punches and kept moving to give you str…
The Psychology of Winning: How a Special Ops Cop Prepared for Being Shot 14 Times
Most leaders avoid thinking about their worst-case scenario. Derrick McManus mapped his out and accepted the possibility.
On a seemingly ordinary Tuesday in May 1994, McManus—a Special Operations police officer for South Australi…
What a man who was shot 14 times taught me about preparing for pressure
Some conversations change the way you think about your own resilience. My latest episode of The BEYOND Podcast, with Derrick McManus, is one of them.
In 1994, Derrick was a Senior Constable with South Australia's Special Tasks and Rescue Group, the…
Features | The Unapologetic Truth About Toxic Meetings and The Psychology of Conflict
If there is one thing that drains ambition and destroys productivity faster than anything else in the business world, it is toxic corporate meeting culture. In a recent unapologetic episode of Beyond, Aleksandra sat down with elite public sp…
The Confidence Illusion: Matthew Matheson on Authentic Body Language and the Psychology of Winning
True confidence cannot be hacked by standing in a power pose, and "fake it till you make it" is the fastest way to destroy your credibility in a high-stakes environment. In a raw and unfiltered episode of the Beyond podcast, Aleksandra unpac…
Time-Poor but Ambitious? Jenny Tschiesche's Kitchen Hacks to Eat Like a Boss
"I don't have time to cook." It is the most common excuse ambitious professionals use to justify fuelling their bodies with ultra-processed, inflammatory food. But high performers don't need more time; they need a better system.
In a highly actio…
Stop Fighting Your Stress: How to Rewire Your Brain for Peak Performance
Modern culture has sold us a massive lie about stress. We are constantly told that stress is a toxic, debilitating monster that degrades our performance, ruins our health, and must be eliminated at all costs. We are sold endless wellness rou…
Willpower is a Lie: How to Build Unshakeable Self-Efficacy to Achieve Any Goal
We are obsessed with self-esteem. As a society, we constantly preach the importance of valuing yourself, loving yourself, and reciting daily affirmations in the mirror. But when it comes to actually executing on high-stakes ambitions (launching the …
Setting Parental Boundaries Without the Guilt: The "Soft Shell Crab" Approach to Growth
On the latest episode of Beyond with Aleksandra King, Aleksandra and guest Emily Hughes explored one of the most difficult truths for modern parents to hear: you cannot fully control your child. In an era that is increasingly "trauma-informe…
"Am I a Good Parent?" Why This Viral Google Search is the Wrong Question to Ask
In a world saturated with information and judgment, it is no surprise that one of the most frequently typed questions on Google is "Am I a good parent?". During a compelling episode of Beyond with Aleksandra King, Emily Hughes, a conscious p…
The Street Defence: Jessica Cath on Securing Your Phone Against 15-Minute Fraud
In the heart of cities like London, a new kind of street-gang is operating with terrifying efficiency. They aren't just after your hardware; they are after your entire financial life. During this episode of Beyond with Aleksandra King, Jessi…
Scam Factories & AI Deepfakes: The New Billion-Dollar Industry | Features
Fraud is no longer just a side hustle for lone hackers; it is a global industry that now costs more than the international drug trade. According to Jessica Cath of Thistle Initiatives, over 40% of all crime in the UK is now fraud-related.
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The Ultimate Guide to Gut Health and Energy Recovery
If you're struggling with chronic tiredness and constant cravings, Jennifer Hanway is the woman for you. Last week, Aleksandra was joined by Jennifer, a board-certified holistic nutritionist and women's wellness coach: displaying elite …
The Post-35 Revolution: Menopause Myths and Strength Training
The transition into perimenopause and menopause is a topic that is frequently misunderstood, feared and painted in the lens of decline by media. In this episode of Beyond with Aleksandra King, Jennifer Hanway tackles this.
She …
Beyond "Quick Fixes": Why Your Anxiety Coping Skills Aren't Working | Joshua Fletcher
In an era of "self-optimisation," many people are caught in a loop of trying to "hack" their way out of discomfort. On the Beyond podcast, Aleksandra King sits down with psychotherapist Joshua Fletcher to discuss why many popular anxiety manage…
Joshua Fletcher | "Why Am I Always Anxious?" The Science of the Stress Jug
In this episode of the Beyond podcast, psychotherapist and author Joshua Fletcher (known to millions as @anxietyjosh) joins Aleksandra to demystify the mechanics of the human threat response. The conversation challenges the modern obsessio…
Philip Kinsella | Exploring UFOs, Alien Abductions, and the Afterlife
Recently on Beyond, Aleksandra King sat down with Philip Kinsella, an award-winning psychic medium and UFO researcher. Philip shares his journey from witnessing a silver orb as a child to his deep investigations into non-human intelligence and the n…
Features | YFM Equity Partners: The Reality of Scaling UK Businesses with Jamie Roberts
In the landscape of UK private equity, few firms possess the longevity and track record of YFM Equity Partners. Having been in operation for 43 years, YFM has seen the evolution of the British entrepreneurial spirit firsthand. On this episode of the…
Jamie Roberts | A Masterclass in Securing Private Equity Investment
Success in the world of private equity is often a matter of preparation meeting the right personality. In this episode of the Beyond With Aleksandra King our host Aleksandra sits down with Jamie Roberts, the Managing Partner and Chairman of the…
Lewis Raymond Taylor: The Psychopath Life Coach on Netflix, Business Strategy, and Mastering Anxiety
In this episode of the Beyond podcast, Aleksandra explores a provocative question: Can psychopathy be a business superpower? Her guest is Lewis Raymond Taylor, a man who defies the typical CEO profile. He is a diagnosed psychopath, a former …
From Prison Cell to Business Empire: The Logic of Redemption
In a truly unprecedented episode of the Beyond With Aleksandra King, Aleksandra sits down with a guest unlike any other: Lewis Raymond Taylor, a diagnosed psychopath and star of The Psychopath Life Coach. The atmosphere is charged from …
Features | Emma Taylor Presents: From Stage Acting to Public Speaking Mastery
In this feature, we explore the origins of "Emma Taylor Presents," a consultancy built on the foundation of professional performance. Emma Taylor is actor-trained and brings the discipline of the theatre into the corporate world. While we often assu…
Emma Taylor | Master Public Speaking with These Pro Techniques
Public speaking is often cited as a top fear, but according to Emma Taylor, a public speaking coach with 21 years of experience, it is a skill that can be shopped for and improved just like any other. In last week's episode of the Beyond With Aleksa…
Deborah Mitchell | From Converted Toilet to Royal A-List Skincare Empire
The Unconventional Rise of Debra Mitchell
In this episode of the Beyond podcast, Aleksandra (podcaster, YouTuber, speaker, influencer, media commentator) sits down with Deborah Mitchell, the founder of the global skincare brand Heaven Skincare. Deb…