That’s life… or is it?

This podcast sits alongside the book series 'The Life Stories of Jennie Lee.'.Show host Kerrie Dorman is the author who chats with guests exploring experiences to enjoy, inspire, and learn from. The reality of real life is often harsh, sometimes brutal; however, there is always a bright side, and we have choices, no matter how difficult they may be to make. There are always two guests for a dual perspective. Reality. Uplifting.

Dancing, SUMO and being Father Christmas 03/28/2026

Dancing, SUMO and being Father Christmas John Pugh and Paul McGee, aka The SUMO Guy, join Kerrie for this show to explore the zest of life and the trigger behind the movement Shut Up and Move On, which has led Paul to be one of the UK's leading speakers and bestseller on self-help and resilience. Spirituality, adversity and honesty have solidified this friendship, from Paul's illness with ME and a church play to the life enjoyed today. Laced with laughter and a dash of football. /episode/index/show/morementoringgoodstuff/id/40602650

Normalising Pressure, Emotions and Breaking Patterns 03/15/2026

Normalising Pressure, Emotions and Breaking Patterns The Show welcomes back Emily De’ath and guest Polly Burns to explore why we tend to put ourselves under pressure when we can make the choice not to. However we know that’s easier said than done. This show provides routes to breaking those patterns. Maybe that’s not ‘just life.’ /episode/index/show/morementoringgoodstuff/id/40251515

Normalising Pressure, Emotions and Breaking Patterns 02/27/2026

Normalising Pressure, Emotions and Breaking Patterns The Show welcomes back Emily De’ath and guest Polly Burn to explore why we tend to put ourselves under pressure when we can make the choice not to. However we know that’s easier said than done. This show provides routes to breaking those patterns. Maybe that’s not ‘just life.’ /episode/index/show/morementoringgoodstuff/id/40254255

Mum guilt, Awareness levels and the Magic of CCR3 01/14/2026

Mum guilt, Awareness levels and the Magic of CCR3 Orla Bance and Emily De’ath join show host Kerrie Dorman to pick apart why mums are prone to guilt. Do dads feel the same? These three have been brought together by CCR3 a new and improved science recognising the values of a person. It can play an intrinsic part in increasing awareness levels and understanding what makes us tick. Emily the ‘giverer’ explains how she is using it to help other women, whilst Orla shares why no one gets away. You can learn more and order the first book /episode/index/show/morementoringgoodstuff/id/39725855

Cancer, Work and Curiosity 12/22/2025

Cancer, Work and Curiosity This show welcomes Alex Kinnear Mellor, author of Cancer Works, balancing your career with not dying, published in 2024. Alex wrote this insightful and inspirational memoir, having survived cancer, choosing to keep her job as Global Head of Communications, working all the way through. Alex is joined by her then right-hand lady, Tegan, who shares what it was like to work with Alex during this brutal time, her tenacity, her changing appearance, and her efforts to promote curiosity in the workplace about cancer. Alex shares how, as a family, they approached her illness, the importance of therapy and protecting her young son whilst being as honest as possible. You can learn more and order the first book /episode/index/show/morementoringgoodstuff/id/39494700

Siblings, Death and Film Fetishes 12/09/2025

Siblings, Death and Film Fetishes Show host Kerrie Dorman chats with her two siblings, exploring the root cause of their close relationship, the death of their mum at the age of 51, and the effect that had on them. Slightly strange film fetishes make the agenda too! Light-hearted until discussing the impact of the book Stand Up had on them. You can learn more and order the first book /episode/index/show/morementoringgoodstuff/id/39335115

That’s life… or is it?

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