#LIKEACHALLENGE 

I'm writing up so many TV show concepts lately that you can see the steam coming out of my ears. Good news - I'm now collaborating with a big UK production company trying to pitch my/our own ideas , begging brands for money and convincing people that their stories deserve to be on telly. Back in the day - you had a good idea, a couple of paragraphs, you went to the channel if you knew the right person and usually you got your show commissioned if you had a decent enough track

It's been nearly 9 years that I've been running #likeachallenge. There have been a few 'leaner' years where I lost some of my usual confidence, inspiration and spark (the long and winding covid period did not help). I took time to think whether writing about my adventures is something that the world actually needs or more importantly, if I need it. Also social media like Instagram or TIktok took over the world... and despite it's massive popularity, I still prefer writing,

I've kept it quiet for a while (well, I still am until it comes out) but here are some behind the scenes from the making of #TheLastHunt. This time - together with the amazing Guy Walters - we were tracing the stories and/or myths surrounding Nazi Gold and the possibilities of some of that stolen gold still being hidden away in far away and hard to reach places around Europe. Apart from the fascinating travel and exploration elements, the documentary also showcases the tragic

Well, above all: I managed to stay afloat. I’m hoping for a solid year in 2026, now that I finally understand a few more of the unwritten rules of working in the UAE. Because trust me, there are many. This year felt a bit like being thrown into a desert sandstorm armed only with an optimistic grin. But somehow, I walked out the other side with new contacts, new skills and slightly better hydration habits. I made some great connections, attended some very cool events (the kin