In this episode, Toni sits down with a multifaceted individual known for his roles as an author, podcaster, actor, and cancer survivor: Billy Moore. Today, Billy shares his personal journey, including his struggles with addiction, time spent in prison, and his experiences in Thailand where he worked as a stunt stand-in for Sylvester Stallone. He also discusses his crushing cancer diagnosis and the challenges he faced during his recovery process.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Billy Moore's ability to adapt to challenging situations, whether in prison or on a film set, showcases his resilience and resourcefulness.
Despite facing extreme circumstances in Thai prisons, such as witnessing violence and living in overcrowded cells, Billy maintained a sense of humour and found ways to cope.
Billy's journey from addiction to recovery, including periods of relapse, highlights the ongoing struggle and complexity of addiction recovery.
Billy's involvement in the film industry, including working with Sylvester Stallone, showcases his diverse experiences and ability to seize unexpected opportunities.

BEST MOMENTS

"Klong Prem had 20,000 inmates because they had different prisons within the complex itself."

"I had this Indian guy, he was in for murder. And he hadn't even done it and I believed him to be fair."

"I'm watching everyone and just observing what's going. Everyone's washing themselves down, the whistle goes again, you dry yourself off, the whistle goes again, you sit down ... Everything goes on this whistle."

"I've seen so many people who have got low self-esteem shout at the rooftops about what they've got, what they're driving, what they're wearing, what all these are going on. It's all a show for Facebook and social media, the smiles."

HOST BIO

Toni's journey defies the norm. Raised with a strong work ethic and a traditional career path in mind, she initially pursued a corporate job in HR after earning her degree. However, in 2015, everything changed when she attended a property training seminar. Little did she know that this event would ignite a profound passion for property investment.

With her husband Chris, Toni raised millions in joint venture finance, creating a multi-million-pound property portfolio. But her story doesn't stop there. By the age of 33, she left her HR job behind to empower others in building their successful property businesses.

Toni's passion for public speaking led her to become a world record holder. Beyond the accolades, she sees it as a calling to educate and inspire. Toni hosts training events and uses her "Talks with Toni" podcast to share insights, interview captivating guests, and motivate her audience.

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