In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Brilliant Humans Podcast, Jonathan Griffiths speaks with Paul Naisbitt - a survivor of domestic abuse, advocate, volunteer, and campaigner raising funds to create the first male refuge in the North of England.

Paul shares his remarkable journey from feeling trapped and voiceless to rebuilding his life with purpose and compassion. He opens up about the moment that changed everything - discovering coach and speaker Paul Mort, whose honesty, accountability, and belief in personal responsibility helped him regain his confidence and sense of self.

Together, Jonathan and Paul explore what it means to take back control, to rebuild after trauma, and to find freedom through focus and kindness.

The Brilliant Humans Podcast celebrates the people who remind us what makes us human.

Content warning: this episode includes references to domestic abuse and suicide, which some listeners may find difficult. Please take care while listening, or feel free to skip this one if it feels too much right now.

In this episode of The Brilliant Humans Podcast, Jonathan Griffiths talks with Chip Means about the power of laughter, vulnerability, and what we can learn from Conan O’Brien’s unique blend of humour and humanity.

From late-night comedy to quiet moments of self-doubt, Chip reflects on how Conan’s openness about mental health and imperfection makes him not just funny - but profoundly relatable. Together, they explore why the best humour often comes from honesty, how comedy can connect and heal, and why being human will always be funnier - and braver - than pretending to have it all figured out.

🎧 The Brilliant Humans Podcast celebrates the people who remind us what makes us human.

When your big brother becomes a professional footballer, admiration can take many forms. For Steve Shaw, it grew into a lifelong respect for habits, humility, and hard work that separate raw talent from true brilliance.

In this episode of The Brilliant Humans Podcast, Steve reflects on the powerful lessons he learned from his brother Paul Shaw - lessons forged through nearly two decades in professional football with clubs including Arsenal, Millwall, and Gillingham. From the discipline behind a 19-year career to the resilience needed to stay grounded under pressure, Steve shares how those same principles now guide his own approach to business, leadership, and family.

A thoughtful and inspiring conversation about persistence, character, and what it really means to pursue excellence on and off the pitch.