Heat pumps are coming faster than the UK is prepared for — and most homeowners don’t know why.In this episode of Fear Less, Do More, Amy Mooney, founder of Mutha Cuva, reveals how clean home heating will replace gas boilers — and the massive skills gap slowing down the UK’s net-zero goals.Key Topics Covered:Gas boiler ban timelines & misconceptionsHow heat pumps actually work (and why they’re more efficient)Smart tech improving home energyBuilding a purpose-led company in a male-dominated industryThe urgent need for diversity in the heating workforceWhether you’re a homeowner, climate-tech innovator, or future-focused leader — this is a conversation about the future of energy in UK homes.

Key Takeaways

Climate change concerns sparked Amy’s journey into the clean-heat sector.

Mutha Cuva provides essential aftercare and support for heat pump owners.

Transitioning from gas to renewable home energy is vital for future UK homes.

Heat pumps can outperform traditional gas boilers in efficiency and sustainability.

The UK heating industry faces a major skills gap slowing energy transition progress.

A more diverse and inclusive workforce is key to innovation and resilience.

Amy’s personal experiences drive her commitment to clean energy and customer care.

Fear can fuel entrepreneurial risk-taking and positive change.

Technology is improving service delivery and heat-pump reliability.

Raising finance requires strategic planning, clarity, and strong networks.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mutha Cuva and Climate Concerns

02:57 The Birth of Mutha Cuva: Addressing Clean Heat Transition

06:00 The Journey of a Marketer to Entrepreneur

08:50 Understanding Heat Pumps and the Gas Boiler Ban

12:11 The Future of Heating: Benefits of Heat Pumps

14:26 The Benefits of a Heat Pump Over a Gas Boiler

16:26 Navigating the Challenges of a Male-Dominated Industry

17:45 The Role of Technology in Heating Solutions

19:08 Balancing Family and Business

22:29 Embracing Fear and Taking Risks

26:59 Raising Finance and Building a Business

29:21 Diversity in the Sector

32:32 Favourite Areas of the Job

34:14 Conclusion and Future Aspirations

Connect with Amy Mooney on Linkedin

https://uk.linkedin.com/in/amymooney1

Visit the Mutha Cuva Website

https://www.muthacuva.co.uk/

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Welcome to a brand new season of Fear Less, Do More.In this episode host Gill Hunter sits down with fashion designer Corey Dixon, the creative mind behind Somebody Else’s Guy - a bold, upcycled, gender-neutral fashion label rooted in authenticity and North East identity.

From navigating profound personal loss to building a brand that challenges the wastefulness of fast fashion, Corey shares the pivotal moments that shaped her journey.

She reveals how her background in theatre influences her design aesthetic, why she refuses to compromise on sustainability, and how unexpected celebrity collaborations have helped propel her work into the spotlight.

Corey also opens up about what fearlessness means to her, how she stays grounded in the North East, and her ambition to stage a major catwalk event that showcases the region’s creative talent.

Key Takeaways:

• Personal loss sparked Corey’s determination to build Somebody Else’s Guy.
• The brand champions upcycled, gender-neutral, sustainable fashion.
• Theatre training influences her dramatic and character-driven designs.
• Fearlessness comes from understanding how brief life can be.
• Celebrity collaborations have accelerated brand recognition.
• Sourcing vintage materials is challenging but central to her ethos.
• Corey is committed to challenging the fast fashion industry.
• The North East remains a vital part of her creative identity.
• Authenticity is what connects her most deeply with her audience.
• Future goals include launching a large-scale North East catwalk event.

Connect with Corey Dixon on Linkedin

linkedin.com/in/corey-dixon-21aaaa166?originalSubdomain=uk

Connect with Somebody Else’s Guy

Website

https://somebodyelsesguy.co.uk/?srsltid=AfmBOopYHnLUOnWxNw28ibUXV6dIJF-kZ-6JgM--ZT1eix7yE8a37j5X

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/somebodyelsesguy/?hl=en

Find out more about your host Gill Hunter

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Find out more about Square One Law

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Find out more about ‘Fear Less, Do More’

https://squareonelaw.com/insights/fear-less-do-more/

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In Season 5’s final episode of ‘Fear Less, Do More’, host Gill Hunter has an uplifting and inspiring conversation with Catrina McHugh MBE, Co-Founder of Open Clasp Theatre Company, a feminist theatre company based in Newcastle upon Tyne.

Catrina shares her story from activism to theatre, and highlights the transformative power of art for social change. She also emphasises the importance of collaboration, storytelling and empathy in creating change, while also reflecting on the challenges and hopes for the future of social justice and prison reform.

Highlights include:

• Catrina’s background and her journey into theatre and activism.

• A look back at her time spent at Greenham Common and her involvement in the miners strike.

• The work of Open Clasp Theatre Company, a feminist theatre company focused on the power and value of arts for social change.

• How Open Clasp Theatre gives voices to marginalised communities, including women in prison.

• Catrina’s perspective on the role of the arts and theatre in addressing social issues and driving change.

• Her work on government advisory panels and the importance of having a seat at the table as an advocate for change.

• Catrina’s involvement in her band, ‘The Camp Vamps’, and how she uses this as a source of joy.

  
  

Connect with Catrina McHugh MBE on LinkedIn

https://uk.linkedin.com/in/catrina-mchugh-mbe-0962831a

Find out more about Open Clasp Theatre Company

https://www.openclasp.org.uk/

Find out more about your host Gill Hunter

https://squareonelaw.com/people/gill-hunter/

Find out more about Square One Law

https://squareonelaw.com/

Find out more about ‘Fear Less, Do More’

https://squareonelaw.com/insights/fear-less-do-more/

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