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LATEST VIDEO EPISODES
37 episodes
37 / 3 Oct 2026 / 54:37
Tom & Ben reflect on losing both parents within days, the odd comforts and synchronicities that followed, and how grief reshaped their view of life. They talk about festival sobriety, the rise of AI and over-optimization, and the importance of honesty, catharsis and feeling the full range of emotion. This episode is a candid, messy conversation about mortality, connection and learning to live more
36 / 9 Jan 2026 / 50:26
Two hosts explore the idea of a "universal high income" in an AI-powered future and what it could mean for purpose, pleasure, and human flourishing.They discuss risks like boredom, depression, and addiction, and consider eudaimonia, cybernetic enhancements, virtual reality, and education as paths to new meaning after work.
35 / 2 Dec 2025 / 49:06
In this episode the hosts explore vivid and colorful world of dreams — from lucid nightmares to playful, nostalgic adventures. They discuss REM cycles, liminal spaces, and how factors like EMF exposure, sleep habits, and health may affect dreaming. Through personal stories about waking mid-dream, continuing dreams after snoozing alarms, and the emotional afterglow of memorable dreams, they suggest
34 / 30 Oct 2025 / 51:08
Hosts watch a relaxing stargazing video that zooms from Earth to the edge of the observable universe and beyond, sparking funny and profound reactions.They riff on scale, time, black holes, the Big Bang, consciousness and the human microbiome, mixing science, philosophy and playful surrealism throughout the episode.
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33 / 24 Oct 2025 / 1:07:58
In this first Brighton episode from the new studio setup, Tom & Ben talk through technical hiccups, tick bytes and the future of the pod
32 / 10 Jun 2025 / 37:23
In this episode of "This Could Be Something Interesting," we dive deep into the controversial world of video games. Are they merely a waste of time, or is there more to them than meets the eye? Our hosts engage in a lively debate about the impact of gaming on personal and social development, discussing everything from the guilt associated with gameplay to the unexpected benefits and unique experie
31 / 3 Jun 2025 / 54:09
In this enlightening episode, we welcome the multifaceted Angelina Ray, a counsellor, psychic medium, and spiritual healer. Angelina shares her profound journey into the realms of spirituality and intuition, exploring her childhood experiences, the integration of her diverse interests, and how she embraced her psychic abilities. We dive deep into the nature of intuition in a chaotic world, the con
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30 / 27 May 2025 / 47:03
Join us on this eye-opening episode of This Could Be Something Interesting as we delve into the complex journey of womanhood. We explore the often-overlooked challenges that women face, such as the continuous ticking of their biological clocks, societal pressures, and the deeply personal decisions surrounding reproduction. In a candid discussion, Cara highlights the silent struggles and fears that
29 / 18 May 2025 / 1:03:22
Join hosts Tom and Ben as they sit down with ex-opera singer and renowned vocal coach Chrissellene Petropoulos to delve into the incredible mysteries of the human voice. Chrissellene shares her journey from a singer at the Vienna State Opera to pioneering a scientific approach to vocal mastery. Throughout the episode, listeners will discover practical tips on using and protecting their voice, addr
28 / 6 May 2025 / 53:06
Join us in a captivating episode as we explore the profound connection Victoria shares with nature. From her childhood adventures in Oxfordshire's countryside to her unique communication with trees, hear how nature has shaped her life’s journey. Victoria shares her understanding of the 'Great Forest Spirit,' her insights on sustainability, and the lessons the forest has taught her through moments
27 / 21 Apr 2025 / 1:04:22
In this episode, we delve into the transformative journey of Chris Walker, a successful entrepreneur who has experienced a profound shift in his personal and professional life. From starting out with $60k in student debt to building and spearheading a $20m business with 100's of employees, to then facing daily stress, overwhelm and burnout. Chris explains how this journey led to some profound real
26 / 15 Apr 2025 / 54:56
Welcome to this episode of the TCBSI podcast, where hosts Ben and Tom are joined by special guest Mike, a seasoned professional climber, who shares his extensive journey through the intriguing world of climbing. Mike talks about how his passion for outdoor activities led him to pursue a college program in outdoor adventure, ultimately guiding him into the realm of climbing. Throughout the episode,
25 / 8 Apr 2025 / 1:00:59
In this enlightening episode of This Could Be Something Interesting, hosts Tom and Ben engage in a captivating conversation with Rich, the visionary founder of Enrichd. Rich shares his personal journey, beginning from his struggles with insecurity as an overweight 12-year-old to discovering the profound benefits of superfoods, especially mushrooms and tea. This transformative journey led him to Lo
24 / 25 Mar 2025 / 1:08:22
In this eye-opening episode of "This Could Be Something Interesting," we delve deep into the world of electromagnetic fields (EMF) and their impact on our health with our special guest, Tim, founder of Omnia Radiation Balancer. Tim shares his personal journey of discovering the harmful effects of EMF on the body and introduces a simple solution that could mitigate these effects. We explore the sci
23 / 18 Mar 2025 / 1:04:38
Welcome to the TCBSI Podcast! In this episode, hosts Ben and his brother are joined by their guest, Crystal, as they delve into the fascinating journey of musical transformation and personal growth. Crystal, once known for her folk pop music persona Amya Ray, discusses her courageous shift to the electronic realm with her new artist identity, Lyla Sylva. She opens up about her journey through musi
22 / 4 Mar 2025 / 56:38
In episode 25 of "This Could Be Something Interesting," we welcome Heather as a special guest to explore the multifaceted world of motherhood, especially from her perspective as a young mum. Heather shares her journey, starting as a teenager unexpectedly thrown into parenthood, and navigating the challenges and joys of raising her daughter, Leah, into her teenage years. Heather opens up about the
21 / 25 Feb 2025 / 1:00:02
In this episode, Tom chats with Skye, a passionate mental health professional, to navigate the intricate world of mental health and crisis support. Skye opens up about her journey into the mental health space, sharing her experiences and insights while working within the NHS's crisis and assessment teams in East Sussex. Join the conversation as Skye and the host delve into the complexities of the
20 / 28 Jan 2025 / 49:01
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of terms and conditions, shedding light on some of the most bizarre and unexpected clauses hidden within our everyday user agreements. From Instagram’s rights over your photos to Tesla's prohibition on driving military tanks, we explore the humorous and sometimes alarming fine print that governs our digital lives. Our hosts dig into examples from
19 / 14 Jan 2025 / 1:05:04
18 / 19 Dec 2024 / 43:28
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15 / 10 Sept 2024 / 1:13:04
14 / 4 Sept 2024 / 1:04:08
13 / 25 Aug 2024 / 53:44
12 / 13 Aug 2024 / 56:46
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11 / 1 Aug 2024 / 1:00:07
10 / 17 Jul 2024 / 49:00
In this episode we dive into the definition of selfishness - is it really as bad as we make it out to be?
09 / 2 Jul 2024 / 37:18
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08 / 26 Jun 2024 / 56:18
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07 / 19 Jun 2024 / 59:34
In this episode we dive into the topic of addiction, and the hidden pandemic that exists within our current society.You can learn more about Alex, his mission and his support group on the links below: can also find additional free resources and support around mental health and addiction on the links below:
06 / 11 Jun 2024 / 1:02:41
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05 / 4 Jun 2024 / 1:27:42
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04 / 31 May 2024 / 1:15:29
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03 / 21 May 2024 / 1:05:27
In this episode we dive into altered states of consciousness and our perceptions of reality... After all, who really gets to decide what is real and what isn't, and are we all just experiencing a mass psychosis?
02 / 14 May 2024 / 1:38:11
The word exchange may provoke a different feeling or emotion in each of us - to some it may brins up ideas of barter or financial exchange. However as we discover in this conversation today, the word goes much deeper than that, and exchange is actually something we're engaged in every second of every day (often without realising) and bringing awareness to the exchanges we're taking part in can imp
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01 / 7 May 2024 / 50:25
In this episode we dive into the origins of language and communication and how our over-reliance on language and linguistics as a form of communication could be holding humanity back from the next wave of our evolution as a species