The Debrief

For over a decade, Martin Pistorius was fully aware but unable to move, speak, or tell anyone he was still there. Misunderstood as unreachable, he lived locked inside his own body until technology finally gave him a voice. In this extraordinary conversation, Martin opens up about the loneliness, the guilt of feeling like a burden to his family, and how he rebuilt a life he once believed was impossible… including finding love when he thought there was no future left for him.

After Hermès faced backlash over alleged background checks on shoppers before allowing access to certain products, serious questions emerged about privacy, exclusivity, and what luxury brands can legally get away with.  IP lawyer Vivek Jayaram breaks down what’s actually legal behind the scenes of high-end retail, how brands protect exclusivity, and where the line is between customer screening and discrimination.

The watch world can’t stop talking: Swatch x Audemars Piguet collaboration but is it hype, history, or a cash machine waiting to explode? The Debrief are joined by a luxury watch content creator Karim Haddad who shares some industry insights, what collectors should expect, the resale frenzy already brewing, and the insider strategies most buyers won’t hear until it’s too late.

How many decisions do you really make each day? According to Professor Robert Sapolsky… maybe none. In this fascinating conversation with the Debrief, the professor explains why he believes free will is an illusion, arguing that our choices are shaped long before we’re aware of them, by genetics, hormones, environment, and biology.

The Debrief in conversation with Anna Lembke from Stanford University School of Medicine who breaks down how dopamine drives our habits and why it is so easy to become obsessed with things from our life. From compulsive scrolling to modern-day dependency, she explains what’s happening inside your brain and how to take back control before it’s too late.

After losing their mum to dementia, brothers Jordan Adams and Cian Adams were hit with the unthinkable truth - they carry the same gene and could develop symptoms in their 40s. Instead of stepping back, they stepped up. Known as the FTD Brothers, they’ve already raised over £1 million and are pushing even harder. This powerful conversation covers genetic testing, running 32 marathons in 32 days and even being recognised with British royals.

What drives someone to run 100 miles every single week… for over 320 weeks straight? The Debrief are joined by Andy Glaze who breaks down the mindset, discipline, and sacrifice behind his unbelievable streak. From injuries and mental battles to documenting it all online they discuss what it takes to keep going.

When a successful creator quits at her peak, people take sides. Is it brave honesty or total disconnect? Influencer relations expert Le D'Souza tells the Debrief exactly what brands really expect from influencers. From burnout behind the filters to the pressure of constant performance, we unpack the realities of an industry that looks glamorous but demands far more than you see.

Ben Lamm, co-founder of Colossal Biosciences joins the Debrief live for a fascinating conversation. Ben reveals how scientists are racing to revive species like the woolly mammoth. From cutting-edge genetics to exploring whether de-extinction could reshape ecosystems or rewrite the rules of life itself.

AI expert, James Poulter explains to the Debrief how artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, creativity, and the future of work. From real-world applications to ethical dilemmas, he breaks down what AI means for all of us and why understanding it is no longer optional.

The Debrief chat with Victor Vescovo, investor and explorer, who takes us from the highest peaks to the deepest points on Earth. From record-breaking ocean dives to extreme expeditions, he reveals what drives humans to explore the unknown and the mindset needed to operate where few have ever gone.

Dane speaks with Alex Partridge, founder of UNILAD and LADbible, who breaks down how he built one of the world’s most influential digital media brands. From early disruption to global reach, he shares the risks, controversies as well as his own mental struggles with ADHD and how that has shaped him as a person.

The Debrief in conversation with Peter Faulding, pace rescue and forensic search specialist, who reveals what it takes to locate the lost and uncover the truth in the most challenging environments. From high-risk rescue missions to groundbreaking forensic techniques and equipment, he shares the realities behind his role.

The Debrief in conversation with Allisson Levine who shares what it really takes to survive Everest, endure Antarctica, and push past breaking points. From brutal conditions to mental resilience, and she reveals why success isn’t just about strength.

Dane and Sana get inside the mind of Steve Keogh a detective Inspector whose 30-year career in the UK's Metropolitan Police started in 1991. Steve breaks down what it is really like to be a part of a real life crime scene, from split-second decisions to the subtle clues criminals miss.

The Debrief in conversation with Neil Harbisson who explains how he turned a disability into a superpower by implanting an antenna into his skull to “hear” colour. From becoming the world’s first legally recognised cyborg to identity, technology, and the future of our senses Neil explains all.

Explorer and adventurer Charlie Walker shares his experiences with Dane and Sana. 15 years, covering 60,000 miles by food, horse, bicycle, ski, kayak and dugout canoe. Charlie tells how he builds trust with local communities along the way.

Former McLaren Formula 1 race mechanic Marc Priestley shares the insights from his amazing career with the Debrief as well as working alongside racing champions like Lewis Hamilton and Kimi Räikkönen.

Real life water sommelier Timmo Bausch joins the Debrief in studio to explain exactly what is involved in testing waters from around the world, even telling Dane and Sana some companies book him to do water tasting with their employees for fun.

On The Debrief, Dane speaks with Dubai-based trainer Nikola Aleksic, who’s taking on a 100km run across the city to raise awareness for rare autoimmune diseases. Battling Behcet’s disease himself, Nikola shares what drives him and the challenges he faces along the way.

Dane speaks to Ashy Dykes, a Welsh adventurer and extreme athlete that hold world records that include trekking alone across Mongolia and even hiking the full length of Madagascar. But Ash tells the Debrief what it really takes when it comes mindset and how he even came close to death thanks to bears and wolves along the way.

Communication expert Julian Treasure joins the Debrief to talk about not only being a good communicator but how to be an even better listen. Julian tells Dane and Sana that $10 trillion is lost annually due to miscommunication... so what can he teach us?

The Debrief in conversation with the world's deepest freediver, William Trubridge is an 18 time record breaker, 6 time world champion and the first person to ever dive 100 metres unassisted.

Jason Walsh joins the Debrief, the celebrity personal trainer who has worked with clients like Matt Damon, Pedro Pascale and even Bradley Cooper. He helps his clients get do extreme body transformations to reach their goals for the next big movie.

Dane and Sana are joined on the Debrief by Alex Staniforth, someone who is a true definition of resilience. Alex shares his struggles from early life than has shaped him into the adventurer that he is today.

We explore the world of magic. Magician Ben Seidman explains how he entered this fascinating industry and how he managed to land a role training acting legends like Morgan Freeman in a Hollywood movie.

Dane and Sana dig deep into the world of special effects make up, hair and prosthetics within film and TV. The Debrief hear from industry expert Erika Okvist who has won 2 Emmys, a Bafta and multiple awards for amazing work as a hair and makeup designer.

The Debrief are joined by Jamil Qureshi is an expert in high performance psychology who has worked with 22 out of the world's top golfers, F1 drivers and even huge global companies. Dane and Sana find out what it's like to try made these already success people change their mindset to achieve even more.

Dane and Sana speak with Leon Otremba who gained 20cm in height after having two excruciating surgeries to make him taller. The Debrief discuss what is involved in this operation and what they think is OK when it comes to surgeries to enhance your look.

Domain expert Munir Badr joins the Debrief to give all insights into the domain industry. Dane and Sana find out if they are too late to cash in on any domain investments.

The Debrief speak with Jake Meyers a British mountaineer and adventurer, in 2005 aged just 21 he became the youngest man in the world to climb the Seven Summits. Dane, Sana and Jake discussed the latest announcement from Nepal that inexperienced climbers will be allowed to climb Everest.

The Debrief catch up with Craig Ferguson, the Scotsman currently trekking 3,000 miles across the U.S to reach Boston for Scotlands first game at the 2026 Fifa World Cup all to raise awareness for mental health.

Dane and Sana catch up with CEO and Co-founder of AR Asia Production, Anne Chan. The Hong-Kong based media company specialises in the production and distribution of short-form "micro dramas", scripted series and movies.

The Debrief in conversation with the world famous graphic designer Stefan Sagmeister who works alongside some of the biggest artists from the music industry. Stefan shares the insights to what makes a great graphic designer and how modern technology can enhance your creativity.

The Debrief chat with Caspar Craven a man who decided to travel the world with his young family by boat. Dane and Sana ask Casper how he uses his entrepreneurial skills and mindset to help raise his family as well as training leaders around the world with their goal setting.

The Debrief chat with Nelly Attar, by the first Arab woman to summit K2 back in 2022. Nelly shares what it was like as a woman in sports in Saudi Arabia as well as her mission to help people add movement into their lives while concurring huge challenges of her own.

What if you could remember exactly what happened on any day of your life? Rebecca Sharrock joins The Debrief with Dane and Sana to talk about living with Highly Superior Autobiographical Memory (HSAM), a rare condition that allows her to recall almost every day she’s ever lived.  So is having a perfect memory a gift… or can it sometimes feel like a burden?

With nearly five million YouTube subscribers, Auri Kananen — also known as Aurika Kateriina and widely called the “ Queen of Cleaning ” — shared how she began cleaning homes for free and how those dramatic transformations eventually helped her build a massive online following. Auri also revealed the one cleaning essential she swears by for tackling almost anything around the house. And if guests are arriving in 15 minutes, she advised which area you should clean first. From practical cleaning hacks to the motivation behind helping people through cleaning, she shared plenty of useful tips.

The Debrief kick off the start of the official testing session ahead of the new F1 season by chatting with British motorsport engineer and presenter for F1 TV, Ruth Buscombe. Ruth shares all with Dane and Sana including what makes a great driver, and her predictions for this season.

Dane and Sana speak with Eline Van Der Velden the creator behind Tilly Norwood an AI actress, the first of her kind that sent Hollywood into a frenzy. A controversial conversation that splits opinions in the industry.

Dane and Sane speak to Jess Smiles and Beth Murphy, two friends from the UK who recently smashed the world record for female rowing. The pair crossed the finished line after rowing 3,000 miles from the Canary Islands to Antigua. The journey is considered as one of the hardest endurance events on earth. They share the good, bad and ugly parts of their achievement.

The Debrief dig deep on the new Open AI feature within Chat GPT focussed solely on your health. Dane and Sana were joined in studio by Evan Kraus, Chief Operating Officer of APCO worldwide looking after the organisations AI Communications Lab as well as Dr Kotecha who shared her positive views on AI and health.

The Debrief in conversation with Scott Flansburg aka the ‘Human Calculator’. Prepared for your mind to be blown and for you to see numbers in a completely different way.

The Debrief speak to retired Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield who flew on three space missions over his amazing career. Chris shared his insights with Dane and Sana on the launch of Artemis II and the new trend of astronaut tourism.

The Debrief in conversation with Piers Linney MBE and former Dragons Den. Piers gives some major business insights, what it’s been like to grow several hugely successful businesses and also his latest business launch in the UAE.

Dane, Sana and Ellis hear from Sotheby's highly sought after auctioneer Phyllis Kao and what it takes to be one of the best in the business. From pristine art to dinosaur fossils Phyllis's auction house energy has picked up major attraction across social media platforms.

The Debrief catch up with Ken Goldin from the 'King of Collectibles'. Ken tells us all about his empire and what collectables have sored over the years and what we should look out for. He talks all things TV show to real life in the job.

The Debrief are joined by Robert Wennekes the man behind ‘the international butler academy’. Robert shares all the inside scoop of what makes you the best butler & the experiences that come with it.

The Debrief in conversation with BoyzLife. Former Boyzone Keith Duffy & former Westlife’s Brian McFadden are celebrate 10 years of collaboration this year, Dane caught up with them during their trip to the UAE.

A world leading trichologist joins the Debrief live in studio to talk hair and scalp health. The team put lots of questions to specialist Mark Birch about Danes thinning hair as well as Mark busting all your hair myths.