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U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count

U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count

By: Dean James
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‘Used to Be’s’ do indeed count! “I used to be…” refers to a past human state, role, condition, identity or experience. Understanding the importance of what or who someone ‘used to be’ can provide valuable insight into one’s life journey, reflecting on how our 'used to be' has had influence on who we are today.


Dean James talks to inspiring guests, revealing the most intriguing, inspiring and enthralling stories of a life's past experiences; successes, failures and lessons are reflected on as we celebrate change, transition, transformation and personal development.


We’re not dwelling on the past in a negative, stagnant way. We are giving it it’s proper time, power and reflection, so we can understand the impact it has had on who we are today!

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Episodes
  • U2BDC: I Used To Be...Hopeless

    U2BDC: I Used To Be...Hopeless
    Oct 1 2025

    U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 2, Episode 8

    Brezz Hall | I Used To Be...Hopeless


    In this raw and powerful episode, Brezz Hall opens up to Dean James about his lifelong battle with addiction, shaped by deep trauma and a family history of substance abuse. Gripped from a young age, Brezz hit rock bottom, but he didn’t stay there. He broke the cycle, got clean, and now dedicates his life to helping others do the same as a peer support worker. Living so long with no hope, Brezz now has hope and purpose.


    Beyond recovery, Brezz is sparking real conversations through his apparel brand, 4th Dimension Apparel, where fashion meets purpose. A portion of every sale goes to organisations helping people get and stay sober.

    This is more than a comeback. It’s a movement.


    Find out more about Brezz here...Brezz Hall


    Explore Brezz's Apparel Collection here...4th Dimension Apparel


    If you are affected by any of the themes explored in this episode, please seek professional, medical help/advice. The links below are there to help you:

    UK Based:

    Mind

    Alcoholics Anonymous

    Samaritans



    USA Based:

    Help

    Mental Health America


    Don't forget to like, subscribe, share, connect and comment...we can only grow with your help!

    www.u2bdc.com

    Spotify

    Apple

    YouTube

    Amazon Music

    Deezer


    Instagram

    Facebook

    TikTok

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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • U2BDC: I Used To Be...A Woman

    U2BDC: I Used To Be...A Woman
    Sep 17 2025

    U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 2, Episode 7

    Kane Howard | I Used To Be...A Woman


    In this raw and powerful episode, Kane Howard sits down with Dean James to share his unfiltered journey of transitioning from female to male. From emotional upheaval to financial strain, Kane opens up about the realities of transitioning in the USA and what it means to be a Trans man in today's age. But this isn’t just a story of struggle—it’s one of triumph. Now living as his true, authentic self, Kane has reclaimed his pride, redefined his purpose, and reignited his creativity. He’s written a book, re-educated himself, and is channelling his lived experience into bold new ventures. This is more than a transition—it’s a transformation.


    Find out more about Kane's books here: Kane Jesse Howard


    And follow Craig on:

    Instagram

    Facebook

    TikTok


    If you are affected by any of the themes explored in this episode, please seek professional, medical help/advice. The links below are there to help you:

    UK Based:

    Trans Directory

    Good Law Project

    Terrence Higgins Trust


    USA Based:

    Trans Directory

    Trans Lifeline


    Don't forget to like, subscribe, share, connect and comment...we can only grow with your help!

    www.u2bdc.com

    Spotify

    Apple

    YouTube

    Amazon Music

    Deezer


    Instagram

    Facebook

    TikTok

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • U2BDC: I Used To Be...A Soldier at War

    U2BDC: I Used To Be...A Soldier at War
    Sep 3 2025

    U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 2, Episode 6

    Craig Maddern | I Used To Be...A Soldier at War


    Craig Maddern spent 15 years in the British Army, serving in global conflict zones including Afghanistan. But the battles didn’t end when he left the front lines. In this gripping episode, Craig opens up to Dean James about the physical toll, the mental scars, and the fight to reclaim his life after a bipolar diagnosis, deep depression and PTSD. Now a best-selling author and life coach for high-stress dads, Craig shares how he turned breakdowns into breakthroughs—and why vulnerability, communication, and purpose are the new pillars of strength for modern men. Raw, real, and deeply inspiring.


    Find out about the wonderful work Craig is doing here: CraigMaddernCoaching


    Get Craig's Best-Seller here: How I Went From Stress and Hospital Beds, to Enjoying My Life


    And follow Craig on:

    Instagram

    Facebook

    LinkedIn


    If you are affected by any of the themes explored in this episode, please seek professional, medical help/advice. The links below are there to help you:

    Help For Heroes

    Samaritans

    Mind

    Calm

    Royal British Legion


    Don't forget to like, subscribe, share, connect and comment...we can only grow with your help!

    www.u2bdc.com

    Spotify

    Apple

    YouTube

    Amazon Music

    Deezer


    Instagram

    Facebook

    TikTok

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    1 hr and 21 mins
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