The Lonely Chapter

By Sam Maclean

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The Lonely Chapter is a podcast about life’s turning points — the moments that shape who we become. Hosted by Sam Maclean, each episode dives into real stories of resilience, loneliness, purpose, identity, grief, growth and self-discovery through powerful conversations with athletes, thinkers, creatives and everyday people. If you’re navigating change or searching for meaning, this podcast will remind you that you’re not alone. New episodes weekly.

Episode Date
Mark Robinson on Leadership, Coaching Mindset, Player Development & Learning Through Failure
Dec 08, 2025
Men’s Health Month & The Conversations That Must Continue
Dec 01, 2025
How Creativity Heals the Body, Releases the Mind & Awakens the Soul | Polina Davi
Nov 24, 2025
Inside the Mind of World Record Endurance Athlete Sean Conway
Nov 17, 2025
Snowdonia Scrambling | Lessons on Resilience, Hobbies & Mental Focus
Nov 10, 2025
Finding “The One” in 1 Year — Dating With Purpose with Life Coach Stephanie
Nov 03, 2025
The Hidden Psychology Behind Great Leadership | Sebastien Page
Oct 20, 2025
The Psychology of Language: How Words Shape Your Reality | Kyle Smith
Oct 13, 2025
5 Life-Changing Ideas I’ve Been Thinking About Lately
Oct 06, 2025
From Anger to Art: Finding Purpose Through Dance | Shaun Dillon
Sep 29, 2025
How to Talk Politics Without Losing Friends | Nathan Smolensky
Sep 22, 2025
Practical Stoicism: Tools for Modern Life | Jamie Ryder
Sep 15, 2025
How Triathlons Trained Me for Cancer - Dr Jeffrey Reynolds
Sep 08, 2025
Serena Williams Sparks GLP-1 Debate: Are We Normalising Quick Fixes?
Sep 01, 2025
The Wrong Mindset Holding Leaders Back (and How to Fix It) | Ryan Gottfredson
Aug 25, 2025
Finding Food Confidence: How to Stop Binge Eating | Amber Abila
Aug 18, 2025
The Truth About Mental Health in Frontline Services | James Bull
Aug 11, 2025
5 Podcast Lessons That Changed How I Think
Aug 04, 2025
Mark O’Brien on Losing Football, Finding Himself & Life After the Game
Jul 28, 2025
How to Optimise Performance in High-Pressure Environments with Lee Eldridge
Jul 23, 2025
Feeling Behind in Life? Here’s Why That’s Okay
Jul 21, 2025
How Solo Travel Changed Her Life After Loneliness – Tsvety Roo on Finding Freedom Alone
Jul 14, 2025
Why Do We Love Reading Books? - Teri M. Brown
Jul 07, 2025
How to Start Difficult Mental Health Conversations That Really Help - Lisa Sugarman
Jun 30, 2025
Can Trust Be Fully Rebuilt After Betrayal? | Expert Insights from Dr. Bruce Chalmer
Jun 23, 2025
Mastering the Art of Communication with Davina Hehn: Avoiding Conflict in Parenting
Jun 16, 2025
Overcoming SVT and Scoliosis: Jess Maclean’s Inspiring Journey of Resilience
Jun 09, 2025
Celebrating 1 Year of Podcasting: Q&A on Firefighting, Samaritans, Dinosaurs & More!
May 26, 2025
Why Does Music Resonate so Deeply? - Exploring the Magic with Lawrence Bradshaw
May 19, 2025
How to Optimise your Diet for Muscle Gain & Fat Loss with Dietitian Aidan Muir
May 12, 2025
What are the Biggest Benefits of Reformer Pilates? - Lauren Chapelhow
May 05, 2025
Exploring Origin Stories with David McIntosh: Motivation, Struggles & Triumphs
Apr 28, 2025
Navigating The Lonely Chapter: Personal Insights & Strategies
Apr 14, 2025
Nutrition Essentials: From Macros to Mindset with Jack Hallows
Apr 07, 2025
Maximising Performance with ADHD: A Conversation with Anna Daphna
Mar 31, 2025
Dr. Stevens on Low Testosterone and TRT: From Symptoms to Solutions
Mar 24, 2025
5 Must-Read Books You Need to Add to Your List
Mar 17, 2025
Finding Strength in Grief: Rachel Hart's Journey Through Loss
Mar 11, 2025
Turning 30: 30 Life-Changing Insights and Reflections
Mar 03, 2025
Why Men Struggle in Silence | Martin Seager on Men’s Mental Health
Feb 24, 2025
Personal Finance 101 with Tremaine Wills: Expert Advice on Budgeting, Investing, and More
Feb 17, 2025
Beyond the Clippers: Danny’s Mission to Transform Mental Health Conversations Through Barbering
Feb 03, 2025
Casting Lines with CharlieDoesFishing: Content Creation and Fishing Life
Jan 27, 2025
The Psychology of Selling: Insights from Ben Gobbitt, Top 5 Sales Leader of 2024
Jan 20, 2025
Voices of 2024: Top Guest Highlights & Powerful Lessons From The Lonely Chapter
Jan 13, 2025
Edward Troise: From Steroids to Strength — Rope Flow & Kettlebell Fitness Transformation
Jan 06, 2025
My Year in Review: 2024 Highlights, Lessons Learned & Guest Q&A
Dec 30, 2024
What Is Hypnotherapy? Craig Meriwether Explains How It Boosts Confidence & Fights Anxiety
Dec 23, 2024
The Hidden Epidemic of Male Suicide — Expert Insights with Dr. Susie Bennett
Dec 16, 2024
Breaking the Cycle: Mindset, Consumer Culture & Male Mental Health with Tom Hughes
Dec 09, 2024
6 Key Lessons from My First 6 Months Podcasting | Lonely Chapter Reflections
Dec 02, 2024
Avoid These Muscle Building Mistakes — Jack Hallows’ Guide to Online Coaching & Nutrition
Nov 25, 2024
Overcoming Victim Mentality — Kyle Smith on Language, Storywork & Lasting Mindset Change
Nov 18, 2024
52 Bucket List Goals in 52 Weeks — Jeremy George’s Journey from Rock Bottom to Purpose
Nov 11, 2024
Rowing Across the Atlantic for Mental Health — Craig Sadler’s 64-Day Ocean Challenge
Nov 04, 2024
How Yoga & Pilates Support Mental Health, Identity & Balance — Georgie Baba’s Story
Oct 28, 2024
From Army Pilot to Financial Coach — Rob Reed on Reinventing Yourself & Mastering Money
Oct 21, 2024
What I Learned From the ROC Triathlon Trilogy — Hard Truths & Powerful Lessons
Oct 14, 2024
Social Media, ADHD & Creative Burnout — York Atkinson on Navigating the Digital World
Oct 07, 2024
Can AI Think for Itself? Sentience, Fear & the Future of Intelligence
Sep 30, 2024
Wildlife Biology, Fear & Bouldering — Matt Hosking on Life, Ecology & Moving to Ireland
Sep 23, 2024
High Performance Health, Long Covid Recovery & Breath Work — Ben Coomber on Optimising Life
Sep 16, 2024
Media, TikTok Growth & Beginner Whisky Picks — Jayac Heal on Creativity & Content
Sep 09, 2024
5 Books That Changed My Life — Lessons, Growth & Why You Should Read Them Too
Sep 02, 2024
Martial Arts for the Mind — Dave Ferguson on Resilience, Trauma & Men’s Midlife Health
Aug 26, 2024
How to Support Someone Who’s Grieving — Suzanne Jabour on Connection, Loss & Workplace Compassion
Aug 19, 2024
Ultramarathons, Gut Health & Self-Healing — Lauren Callahan on Pushing Limits & Publishing Books
Aug 12, 2024
12 Years Fighting Cancer & Lessons from a SWAT Negotiator — Terry Tucker on Living Uncommon
Aug 05, 2024
Space Law, Travel Lessons & Pole Dance — Chloe Gibbons on Career & Mental Health
Jul 29, 2024
Why Are Men Being Left Out? George TheTinMen on Men’s Mental Health & Gender Equality
Jul 22, 2024
Building Gym Confidence & Healing Through Grief — Raffaella Di Palma’s Inspiring Journey
Jul 15, 2024
Why I Started This Podcast — My Story, Struggles & What Drives Me
Jul 08, 2024
How to Have Meaningful & Intentional Conversations — Chris Burnett’s Guide to Deeper Connection
Jul 01, 2024
Growing Up Dyslexic & Firefighting Reality — Tom Hughes on Resilience & Agility Myths
Jun 24, 2024
From Secure Job to Full-Time YouTuber — Harry Jankel on The Casual Gamer Journey
Jun 17, 2024
Surviving Childhood Cancer & Leading with Purpose — Will Smith’s Story of Strength
Jun 10, 2024
5 Lessons from My First Month Podcasting
Jun 03, 2024
Inside Army Life: Roland Baxter on Discipline, Relationships & Why Therapy Matters
May 27, 2024
From Firefighter to Stand-Up: Billy Kerr on Bombing, Hecklers & Chasing the Laughs
May 20, 2024
Fatherhood, Burnout & the Hustle of PT Life — Adam Youssefbeygi on Balance & Growth
May 13, 2024
The Lonely Chapter
May 06, 2024
Actor. Trainer. Batman? Andrew Kinsler on Identity, Therapy & Purpose
May 06, 2024