The Guiding Light

The mission is to be a beacon of guidance and hope for individuals navigating the challenging terrain of addiction and mental health.We are dedicated to illuminating the path to recovery, fostering understanding, and offering support and inspiration.

The Guiding Light is a health podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 12 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts The Guiding Light, a health show with 12 episodes published.

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  Episode #12

  S01 - E12 - Meet Steven Johnson

  Feb 20, 202557 minS1

  <p>Driving to Recovery: Stevie Jay’s Journey from Gamblers Anonymous to a Fulfilling Life</p><p>In the final episode of Season 1 of The Guiding Light Podcast, hosts Ben Holmes and Chris Gilham are joined by Steven Johnson, affectionately known as Stevie Jay—the Non Gambling Golfer. Stevie shares his inspiring journey from the moment he first walked into a Gamblers Anonymous room to the vibrant life he now leads in recovery.</p><p>Listen as Stevie opens up about his struggles with gambling addiction, his time in the anonymous rooms, and the challenges he faced along the way. Toda...

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  Episode #11

  S01 - E11 - Meet Sophie Browne

  Jan 28, 20251h 33mS1

  <p>Reimagining Workplace Wellbeing: Sophie Browne and the JAAQ Revolution In this eleventh episode of The Guiding Light Podcast, hosts Ben Holmes and Chris Gilham are joined by Sophie Browne from JAAQ—a cutting-edge mental health and wellbeing start-up on a mission to transform workplace wellbeing, one question at a time.</p> <p>Sophie explains how JAAQ’s unique platform, featuring expert insights from thought leaders such as Mo Gawdat and real-life experiences from the likes of Davina McCall and professional athletes like Marcus Smith, is redefining how organisations support and educate their teams. By amplifying internal voices, boosting engagement with...

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  Episode #10

  S01 - E10 - Meet Matt Zarb-Cousin

  Dec 14, 20241h 10mS1

  <p>From Gambling Addiction to Global Advocacy: Matt Zarb-Cousin’s Battle for Change</p> <p>In episode ten of The Guiding Light Podcast, hosts Ben Holmes and Chris Gilham sit down with Matt Zarb-Cousin, whose journey from teenage gambling addiction to pioneering activist and entrepreneur offers valuable insights into the complexities of addiction, recovery, and systemic reform.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Matt’s story begins at age 16, when he fell victim to Fixed Odds Betting Terminals (FOBTs). By the time he reached 20, his debts soared to £20,000, and he reached a point of desperation and despair. In this candid conversation, Matt...

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  Episode #9

  S01 E09 - Meet Laila K

  Nov 21, 202456 minS1

  <p>Rock and Recovery: Laila K’s Journey Beyond Alcoholism </p> <p>In episode nine of The Guiding Light Podcast, hosts Ben Holmes and Chris Gilham are joined by the dynamic Laila Khan, lead singer of the incredible band Sonic Boom Six. </p> <p>Known for her electric stage presence and powerful voice, Laila opens up about a deeply personal battle that unfolded behind the scenes of her "rock and roll" life—her struggles with alcoholism.</p> <p> </p> <p>In this raw and candid conversation, Laila shares how she fell into the trap of relying on alcohol to feel more i...

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  Episode #8

  S01 E08 - Meet Ben Howard

  Sep 12, 20241h 3mS1

  <p>In episode eight of The Guiding Light Podcast, hosts Ben Holmes and Chris Gilham welcome the remarkable Ben Howard, a passionate advocate for change in the gambling harms sector and the criminal justice system. Ben’s story is one of profound transformation, resilience, and a relentless commitment to helping others.</p> <p>For 14 years, Ben dedicated his career to health and social care management, working with some of the most challenging individuals and achieving outstanding results in his role. However, in 2020, Ben’s life took a devastating turn when his personal gambling addiction led him down a dark path, culm...

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