Episode 34

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28th Jan 2026

Confidently Lost with Gavin Oattes

Gavin Oattes joins me for a brilliant chat about the messy bits of life, the funny bits, and the small moments that keep us going. He talks about his journey from comedy to teaching, and why playfulness shouldn’t disappear just because we’ve become adults with bills.

Gavin opens up about anxiety and how it shaped his book, Confidently Lost. We get into glimmers too, those tiny sparks of joy that can pull you back from the edge on a rough day. He shares a simple example of spotting one in the middle of a stressful morning, and how it shifted everything.

We talk about how success changes as you get older, the power of being fully present, and why your energy matters more than anything you say.


It’s honest, warm and full of reminders that vulnerability isn’t a weakness. If you’ve been feeling a bit lost lately, this one’s a good companion.

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About the Podcast

Brave Conversations with Lee Walls
Bravery means something different to each of us, right? Firewalk Scotland founder Lee Walls hosts this series of intimate, personal and inspiring conversations about what bravery looks and feels like. How do you stay authentic, and stay real? How do you ensure that you show up for yourself when needed?

New episodes fortnightly on Wednesdays.

Find out more about Lee's work with Firewalk Scotland here: https://www.firewalkscotland.co.uk/