Episodes 25
Avg. Duration 39m
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Since Oct 2024
Latest Episode Jul 2025

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Every 2 Weeks
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Episodic
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About This Podcast

Welcome to the PERK+PACE PODCAST with Matt Bayliss and Lydia Papaphilippopoulos. Where original, authentic conversations are brewed well across lifestyle, hospitality, business, health & fitness, plus much more. Bringing you real stories from real people.

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S2E8 Safe spaces and lifting up the LGBTQ+ community

Jul 14, 2025 49m

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Darrian — a diversity and inclusivity consultant, athlete, and soon-to-be personal trainer — to talk all things fitness, identity, and…

S2E7 The pause that fuels progress

Jun 30, 2025 38m

In this episode, Lydia and Matt dive into a topic that every dedicated gym go-er wrestles with: rest days. Why is something so essential often so hard to embrace?Whether you're training hard in the…

S2E6 How to prioritise your health when time is short and life is full on

Jun 16, 2025 18m

Episode: How to Prioritise Your Health When Time Is Short and Life Is Full OnInspired by our recent chat with the unstoppable Xanthi, Matt and Lydia are back with a punchy, tip-packed mini episode…

S2E5 Pressured but powerful: Xanthi's NHS life and Hyrox transformation

Jun 04, 2025 44m

This week on Perk and Pace, Lydia and Matt sit down with the unstoppable Xanthi—a proud Greek powerhouse balancing a high-pressure NHS role with a fierce commitment to health, fitness, and personal…

S2E4 Sweat, Shame & Strength: Fitness Culture in Our 20s, 30s & 40s

May 19, 2025 42m

In this episode of The Perk…

S2E2 The guilt free goal reset: Rewriting the rules

May 05, 2025 39m

Did Q1 go exactly to plan? Or are you staring at those untouched goals wondering what went wrong? In this powerful follow-up to our goal-setting episode from the start of the year, Lydia and Matt get…

S2E2 Gymshark, God & finding purpose over popularity w/ Giwa

Apr 21, 2025 39m

In this powerful and refreshingly real episode of the Perk & Pace Podcast, Lydia & Matt with down with Giwa - Gymshark ambassador, fitness influencer and content creator with a massive…

S2E1 Viva la France: Chaos, Lessons & Triumphs at Hyrox Toulouse with Matt & Lydia

Apr 07, 2025 49m

Perk & Pace is back with Season 2!In this episode of Perk & Pace, Matt & Lydia take you behind the scenes of their unforgettable weekend in Toulouse, where the highs and lows of their…

S1E14 Episode 17: Pizza, passion & pitfalls: behind the scenes at Otto with Chris & George

Feb 10, 2025 35m

In this episode of Perk & Pace, we go behind the scenes at Birmingham’s coolest pizza joint, Otto, with its passionate owners, Chris and George. From humble beginnings to running a thriving…

S1E15 Episode 16: Building mental resilience through physical fitness

Feb 03, 2025 30m

In this episode of The perk & pace podcast, hosts Matt and Lydia dive into the powerful connection between physical fitness and mental resilience. They explore how developing strength, endurance,…

S1E15 Episode 15: Period Power: Unlocking the Secrets of Your Menstrual Cycle for Better Training with Avital Prais

Jan 27, 2025 54m

In this episode of Perk and Pace, hosts Matt and Lydia sit down with expert Avital Prais to dive deep into the fascinating world of the menstrual cycle and its impact on training. Whether you’re…

S1E14 Episode 14: Why you need to fail fast: the art of failing foward

Jan 20, 2025 34m

In this compelling episode, Matt and Lydia dive deep into the uncomfortable yet essential topic of failure. They open up about their own biggest failures — the moments that bruised their egos and…

S1E11 Episode 13: Redefining happiness: going against the grain & building your own life

Jan 13, 2025 44m

In this episode of Perk & Pace, hosts Lydia and Matt dive into what true happiness looks like for them and how they’ve navigated the challenges of going against the grain to create their own…

S1E10 Episode 12: New year, same you: building lasting health habits anytime & navigating the festive season guilt

Jan 06, 2025 38m

In this episode of the Perk and Pace Podcast, hosts Matt & Lydia kick off the new year with a refreshing take on health habits that last—no matter the season. With the festive period just behind…

S1E11 Episode 11: Minced opinions and a Merry Q&A: a Christmas special with Matt, Lydia and special guests

Dec 30, 2024 35m

Get ready for the ultimate holiday treat as Matt, Lydia, and 2 special guests unwrap some festive fun in this Christmas Special! In this episode, your hosts dive into a lively Q&A session,…

S1E10 Episode 10: Finding courage: Laura, Bite Your Brum, on social media, going self-employed and mental health struggles

Dec 23, 2024 38m

In this episode of The Perk and Pace Podcast and the 3rd and final instalment in the limited series recorded at the amazing Setl Birmingham location, hosts Lydia and Matt sit down with Laura, the…

S1E9 Episode 9: Breaking barriers in hospitality: Chef Tara's journey, mental health & thriving in a male dominated industry

Dec 16, 2024 41m

In this episode of The Perk and Pace Podcast, hosts Lydia and Matt sit down with Chef Tara Moreton-Archibald of Thirteen Plates, an inspiring chef with a unique journey. Tara discovered her passion…

S1E8 Episode 8: From Business to Ironman: Guillaume Piot on Overcoming Adversity, Discipline, and Risk-Taking

Dec 09, 2024 51m

In this powerful episode of The Perk & Pace podcast, hosts Lydia and Matt sit down with Guillaume Piot (G), an inspiring entrepreneur, athlete, and risk-taker who built a successful business from…

S1E7 Episode 7: Hidden Gems & Iconic Spots: Our Favourite Hospitality Finds Around the World

Dec 02, 2024 23m

Join Lydia & Matt in this exciting episode of the Perk & Pace podcast, where they take you on a global tour of their favourite hospitality spots. From hidden gems and local favourites to…

S1E6 Episode 6: No excuses. Discipline, hard work and crushing your goals with hospitality hero Andy Low N Slow

Nov 25, 2024 43m

No Excuses: Discipline and Hard Work | Andy Low N Slow  In this episode of our fitness and wellbeing podcast, we sit down with Andy Low N Slow, the renowned pitmaster and founder of Low N Slow, to…

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