Best Anna Moran Podcasts (2024)

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Body Smart Bites 42: How to look toned: Debunking the myths about weightlifting for women 4:55

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In this episode, we delve into the myths surrounding women’s fitness and weightlifting. Join us as we debunk the common misconception that lifting heavy weights will make women bulky. Annie Murray shares her personal journey, highlighting how incorporating weightlifting into her fitness routine transformed her health and gave her the toned physique…

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Iwan Thomas, Chloe Petts, Lottie Gross, Raghu Dixit, Kiioto, Anna Ptaszynski 33:35

4d ago33:35

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Stuart is joined in the Salford Loose Ends studio by the Welsh Sprinter Iwan Thomas, who held the UK 400m record for 25 years. His new memoir 'Brutal', tells his story - one of speed, the drive to succeed and an extremely high tolerance for pain. . Comedian Chloe Petts is gearing up for the Edinburgh Fringe, and in perhaps the ultimate highbrow/low…

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How to reduce hunger on a diet: Your appetite explained! |EP85 1:05:55

6d ago1:05:55

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Have you ever noticed that the minute you say to yourself you’re on a diet, you’re starving and want to eat all of the things?! On today’s episode, we explore all the psychological and physiological factors at play when it comes to hunger. We explore exactly how your body and brain regulate your appetite as well as: 😢 The emotional eating triggers …

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Body Smart Bites 41: The exact six exercises which transformed my body in just 3 years 6:30

9d ago6:30

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Trainer Annie Murray reveals her fitness routine of foundational exercises that have helped her transform her body over three years. As a fan of full body workouts, Annie shares the essential movements she incorporates into every session, that target every muscle group. Jaymie adds valuable insights on the "Big Six" exercises, explaining how these …

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David Baddiel, Richard Thompson, Abigail Cruttenden, Noorruddean Choudry, Amy Gledhill, Stuart Maconie 35:56

11d ago35:56

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An eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedyBy BBC Radio 4

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Real-life fitness journey: How Coach Anna lost 50lbs postpartum | EP84 1:10:26

13d ago1:10:26

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Body Smart Coach, Anna Skinner, joins Jaymie and Stacey on the podcast today to share her own fitness and weight loss story on today’s episode, including: 🤰 Her 50lb weight gain & fitness struggles during pregnancy and postpartum 💪 How her body has never been the same since and why this is OK! 📸 Body dysmorphia - how it takes time for your brain to…

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Body Smart Bites 40: Should we fear menopause? Challenging the paradigm that menopause will be miserable. 6:00

16d ago6:00

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Head of the British Menopause Society, Dr Paula Briggs joins us to discuss the impact of the narrative around menopause on women’s experiences. Dr Paula cuts the BS on many of the myths around menopause including: the power of self-care, the impact of societal pressures and the truth about HRT. We discuss the impact of our environment, social media…

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Charlie Higson, Bilal Zafar, Pravesh Kumar, English Teacher and Alexandra Whittingham join Stuart Maconie. 37:28

18d ago37:28

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Joining Stuart in our Salford studio are Charlie Higson. After writing several books in the bestselling 'Young Bond' series, Charlie has written his first Bond for Adults. Stand up Bilal Zafar's new show 'Imposter' is about a once harmonious house-share that goes very wrong and Pravesh Kumar has written 'Frankie Goes to Bollywood', a new musical ab…

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The Obesity Epidemic: Modern Life is Making Us Fat | EP83 1:08:57

20d ago1:08:57

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Obesity rates have skyrocketed since the 1970s with over 70% of the US population now overweight or obese - but why? Join Stacey and Jaymie as theydiscuss not only how the obesity epidemic has become a more significant global health issue than hunger, but also what you can do to fight back against the trend. They’ll be delving deep on the complexit…

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Body Smart Bites 39: Alcohol and weight management: what happens when we drink? 2:26

23d ago2:26

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We all know alcohol is high in calories, but how else does alcohol affect your weight? Stacey explains how your body reacts to alcohol intake in terms of water retention, inflammation, cortisol levels and more. All of these factors can have a significant impact on the number you see on the scales, so Stacey and Jaymie discuss how managning the amou…

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Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, Tara Fitzgerald, Paul Sinha, Bess Atwell, Jazz Emu, Clive Anderson 36:21

25d ago36:21

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The comedian Paul Sinha is a man of many careers - from working GP to sucessful stand up to his role as "The Sinnerman" in ITV's quiz show The Chase. He joins Clive to talk about his new autobiogaphy - Once Sinha Lifetime - charting his extraordinary Bengali family background through the peaks and troughs of his own working life to his recent medic…

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Fitness Over 50: A midlife muscle mission with fitness influencer, Annie Murray | EP82 1:25:13

27d ago1:25:13

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If you’ve dabbled with fitness for a while but you’re struggling to see the results you’re after, you’ll definitely resonate with Annie’s journey… After a lifetime of always trying to be ‘as-skinny-as-possible’, Annie made the shift to weight training at 50 and she’s never looked back! At 53 she’s rocking the best physique of her life, has more ene…

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Eps47: Flow Dive with Illustrator Candace Moran 58:36

29d ago58:36

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This episode is a special one with my guest, Candace Moran. She is an illustrator and designer with a focus on biology, illustration, and the ways in which art can move people to action. (She calls this "artivism.") In this long format podcast we discuss her work, her challenges in balancing life, flow, and her creative practice. You can watch the …

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Eps46: Gratitude & Contrast in the Flow Cycle 8:56

30d ago8:56

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This episode is about finding gratitude among contrast and as a byproduct of the "struggle" phase of the Flow cycle. (It's also about finding perspective among chaos.) You can find the video to this podcast on my YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/quwRv87lQUg I will be interviewing some special guests in future episodes to dive into what Flow m…

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Eps:45 Essentialism, Novelty & Variety 9:23

30d ago9:23

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This episode is about the overwhelm that can happen with lots of stimuli and finding interests among the novelty and variety of life. It's also about getting clear about what is "essential" to you, your creative practice and your life. This is part of "essentialism" for me. I'm not a minimalist, but I do find when I clarify the essentials to any pr…

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Eps44: Time and Progress with Conditions for Flow 11:58

30d ago11:58

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This episode is about "Conditions for Flow", which is my phrase for Flow Triggers and how we relate time and progress in the context of our life. I talk about needing feedback over time, in order to feel or experience progress. You can find the video for this podcast on my YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/gkwJpARRA_4 **This was originally pos…

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Eps43: Variety & Decision Fatigue 10:06

30d ago10:06

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This episode is about variety and what comes with having too much variety as far as creative stimlui...which is Decision Fatigue. The accompanying image for this podcast can be found on instagram @heartbeathive (posted 3/9/24) OR over on my YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/F_T3fkmJL6A A new series will be released soon where I will be discuss…

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Eps42: Duality in Creative Life 11:07

30d ago11:07

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This episode is part of a short series I did on Instagram. In this episode I explore duality in the creative process and life. The painting described can be seen here on my YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/f8oCxMXqKG4 ...Or over on instragram: @heartbeathive (Originally posted on IG Feb 25, 2024) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotif…

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Eps41: Internal Fences 12:30

30d ago12:30

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Hi! I'm rebooting my podcast. This is part of a series I did on Instagram with images I painted using watercolor, India ink, and oil pastel on paper. You can see the image over on my YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/M75zf4Njt3I Thanks for listening. More to come! -Anna --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/flowdive/supp…

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Body Smart Bites 38: How to find happiness: the importance of purpose. 3:46

30d ago3:46

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So often, it takes getting to rock bottom to drive us to turn things around. Mindset expert Maya Raichoora joins us today, to discuss how to get motivated to make a change before we reach that point. We discussed the role of finding purpose to help drive change; but it can feel challenging figuring out what your purpose is, or what ‘living a meanin…

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Laura Smyth, Caitlin Moran, John Hopkins and Alex Lowe join Stuart Maconie. With music from Dexys 35:37

1M ago35:37

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After a series of best-selling books focussing on girls and women Caitlin Moran turns her attention to the lads in ‘What About Men?’. Find out if comedian Laura Smyth is indeed living her best life on the ‘Living My Best Life’ tour and Alex Lowe tells us what makes his Clinton Baptise character so popular. John Hopkins on playing Henry Higgins in M…

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How to get summer body ready in 6 weeks - physically and mentally… Wear the damn shorts this summer! | EP81 56:47

1M ago56:47

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If you’re working on your “summer body” right now, you are most definitely not alone: apparently, ⅔ of women go on a diet before they go on a vacation. And let’s be real a lot of the time, that diet is pretty lastminute.com 😆 So on today’s episode, we tackled the tough questions that might be swirling around your head like: 🤔 Why am I even feeling …

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Body Smart Bites 37 : Rise and Shine! Stop Pressing Snooze for a Better Morning Routine 3:42

1M ago3:42

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If you have the best intentions for a morning routine but pressing snooze keeps holding you back, listen in to hear Stacey and Jaymie share their personal tips and experiences for bounding out of bed and starting your day right! They cover sleep cycle optimization, wearable tech and the impact of your bedtime routine on your ability to get up when …

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Stephen Merchant, Plum Sykes, Adeel Akhtar, and Kate Bradbury join Clive Anderson with music by LYRA and Madeleine Peyroux 35:51

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Stephen Merchant - the BAFTA, Emmy and Golden Globe winning actor, comedian and writer behind hits like The Office and Extras - joins Clive Anderson and Athena Kugblenu to talk about a new series of The Outlaws, a hugely popular crime caper set on a Bristol community service project; the Vogue journalist and author Plum Sykes will discuss her new n…

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Hormones Simplified: Menopause, contraception, fertility, PCOS and more. With Dr Paula Briggs | EP80 1:03:52

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If you've ever wondered if your weight loss struggles or health challenges are to do with your hormones, listen in to today's episode as we are joined by Dr. Paula Briggs, a consultant in sexual reproductive health. With decades of experience working in women’s health, Dr. Briggs helped us clear up some of the misconceptions about: 🙃 Menopause and …

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Body Smart Bites 36: Why does my weight go up and down?! Understanding Menstrual Weight Fluctuations 5:26

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Find out when and just how much your weight can fluctuate each month thanks to changes in estrogen and progesterone throughout your menstrual cycle. Stacey and Jaymie explain why hormonal weight fluctuations occur and what to expect. Plus they discuss how water retention, bloating, cravings and food choices can all be affected by your changing horm…

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Jan Ravens, Viv Groskop and Tiff Murray with music from The Will Barnes Quartet and Aleighcia Scott 32:01

2M ago32:01

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Clive is joined by impressionist Jan Ravens (who brings along Liz Truss and Theresa May) chatting about the challenge of developing an impersonation and what happens when the politician who forms part of your act gets the boot...Award-winning novelist Tiffany Murray describes her unusually starry childhood at the residential recording studio Rockfi…

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The perfect morning routine: set your day up for success | EP79 1:12:43

2M ago1:12:43

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Do you really need to get up at 5 am, jump in an ice bath and meditate every morning to get the most out of your days? Join Jaymie and Stacey as they discuss…. 🧑‍🔬 The science behind some of these trending habits 😬 What to do if you’re not a morning person!! ⏰ What actually makes a good morning routine 🌜 Why the best morning routines start the nigh…

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Body Smart Bites 35: How I lost 87lbs and 5 dress sizes! 9:52

2M ago9:52

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Elise-Rose Stanier joins Jaymie and Stacey to share her inspiring fitness journey: overcoming gym-anxiety, strict diets and binge eating to lose an incredible 87lb (39kg) and go from a size 18 to a size 8. Elise explains how she shifted to realistic goal setting and a more sustainable approach to weight loss. She shares real life examples of the sm…

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Frank Skinner, Maxine Peake, Kathryn Hughes, Rachel Fairburn join Stuart Maconie with music by Willy Vlautin and Phoebe Green 37:02

2M ago37:02

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Joining Stuart Maconie in our Salford studio are the comedians Frank Skinner and Rachael Fairburn. In Frank's latest stand up show '30 years of Dirt' he has his comedic eye firmly on the dirty joke, while Rachel Fairburn's showgirl finds her moving away from boozing and towards crystals - will it last? Maxine Peake stars in Robin/Red/Breast at Manc…

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The pursuit of ‘Awesome’ and supplements 101 with Ben Coomber | EP 78 1:32:47

2M ago1:32:47

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Award-winning nutritionist and high-performance coach, Ben Coomber joins Jaymie and Stacey this week to #CutTheBS on supplements and share his thoughts on “How to Live an Awesome Life” (incidentally this is the name of his book) 😉 We can all agree there is a LOT of BS out there when it comes to supplements… but as a respected evidence-based nutriti…

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Body Smart Bites 34: Oats Uncovered: Blood Sugar Myths & Healthy Breakfast Tips 7:40

2M ago7:40

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Are oats bad for you? The answer from Jaymie and Stacey is a resounding no… listen in to find out why, as they #CutTheBS on oat myths around blood sugar, insulin, nutrient absorption and more. Learn why your blood sugar spikes after a bowl of oats and whether you should be worried about this. Stacey explains how traditional cooking methods can mini…

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Julie Hesmondhalgh, Sacha Lord, Eddi Reader, Benji Waterhouse, Kathryn Williams & Withered Hand, Fairground Attraction 34:07

2M ago34:07

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Stuart Maconie is joined by Sacha Lord who offers some Tales from the Dancefloor, Julie Hesmondhalgh talks about the impact of a single punch which is considered in a new play by James Graham at the Nottingham Playhouse. Dr Benji Waterhouse, a frontline NHS psychiatrist, discusses his new book You Don't Have to be Mad to Work Here and there's music…

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The 3 pillars of mental fitness and why good mental health takes work - with Maya Raichoora | EP77 1:36:51

2M ago1:36:51

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Have you ever wondered if there is anything behind the bold claims made about visualisation? Or maybe you’ve never even heard of “mental rehearsal” as a legit, science-backed technique (rather than something you subconsciously do when you’re worried about something 😜) Today’s guest, Maya Raichoora, is one of the UK’s leading experts in visualisatio…

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Body Smart Bites 33: Is FRUIT making you FAT? Diet myths Debunked. 10:02

2M ago10:02

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Do you need to cut down on fruit to lose weight? If you’re confused about what ‘healthy eating’ even looks like these days, join Jaymie and Stacey as they debunk the sugar myths and misconceptions around fruit. Jaymie and Stacey explain the different types of sugars and how your body uses them - comparing the natural sugars in bananas, to table sug…

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The Zutons play for Stuart Maconie with Rhod Gilbert, Kathy Lette, Carla Henry, Luke Wright and Bryony Jarman Pinto 37:37

2M ago37:37

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The comedian Rhod Gilbert gave up touring and TV appearances last year when he got cancer. Now he's back - a newly focussed man - with a show called 'Rhod Gilbert & The Giant Grapefruit', all about the big bitter diagnosis he had to swallow; the best-selling novelist Kathy Lette's latest book is called The Revenge Club and is based on a real life c…

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Heal your relationship with the scale: understand why bodyweight fluctuates & take the stress out of weighing yourself | EP76 1:00:22

2M ago1:00:22

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If you have a history of struggling with your weight, the scales can be laden with emotion. One little number can change the course of your whole day. Well, Jaymie and Stacey are here to help you stop the crazy power the scale seems to have over you! As well as exploring why our goal weight feels like it means so much, they explain: 🩸Just how much …

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Body Smart Bites 32: The Surprising Power of Sleep: Health, Habits, and High Performance 5:25

2M ago5:25

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If you struggle to get the recommended 7-9hrs of sleep, this is a must listen - Stacey and Jaymie explore the science behind sleep and find out why when it comes to sleep, we adults are not so different to overgrown toddlers! Discover the links between sleep, health and obesity; and why healthy sleep habits are so vital when it comes to managing yo…

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Stuart Maconie with Richard Herring, Adelayo Adedayo, Natalie Haynes, Nectar Woode 35:29

2M ago35:29

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Stuart is joined by multi instrumentalist and singer of hits like Electric Avenue, Eddy Grant; comic-turned-author Natalie Haynes on putting the feminisim into Greek mythology; actress Adelayo Adedayo on her upcoming second series playing the rookie cop in the hit BBC police drama The Responder and Comedian Richard Herring on finding the humour in …

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Heart Health, BMI and Statins: The truth about cardiovascular disease with cardiac health researcher, Calum Gore | Ep 75 1:09:27

3M ago1:09:27

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Heart disease is the biggest killer in the world, responsible for one death every 34 seconds in the USA. But did you know, you can reduce your risk of heart disease by up to 44% with simple healthy lifestyle changes? This week, Stacey and Jaymie are joined by cardiovascular expert and researcher, Calum Gore; to explain the risks and more importantl…

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Body Smart Bites 31: Mastering Emotional Balance with Breathwork: Daily practices to get off autopilot 7:38

3M ago7:38

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Breathwork Coach Jamie Clements shares the power of simple breathwork techniques to change your emotional state. If you struggle with emotional eating you’ll find this chat hugely insightful as we explore how food often serves that role of changing our state - and how breathing techniques can provide a more suitable coping mechanism. We delve into …

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Tim Peake, Helen Lederer, Phil Manzanera, Jess Fostekew, Michele Stodart and Geejay. 35:00

3M ago35:00

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The astronaut Tim Peake joins Clive to talk about life on and off Earth, and he's joined by the acclaimed guitarist Phil Manzanera who tells us about the astonishing life he led en route to joining Roxy Music. Helen Lederer discusses her new memoir and recalls formative days in The Comedy Store and Jess Fostekew talks footie in her new podcast. We'…

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How I lost 87lbs - Elise-Rose Stanier shares her journey of weight loss, health, self-love & inner confidence | EP74 1:16:26

3M ago1:16:26

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Stacey and Jaymie are joined by the lovely Elise-Rose Stanier at Body Smart HQ for an honest chat about her incredible 87lb (39kg) weight loss journey. From feeling lost and hopeless, to empowered and strong - this is one emotional ride! Elise shares the highs and the lows of her transformation, including: 😨 The scary moment that made her realise s…

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Body Smart Bites 30: The Obesity Epidemic: Are Weight Loss Medications the answer? 6:07

3M ago6:07

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With over 70% of the UK and US population struggling with overweight and obesity, its clear that obesity is a problem we just have to solve. Once you get above a BMI of 35 there are significant health risks and losing weight becomes more challenging. So we asked Endocrinologist and Obesity Metabolism expert, Professor Annice Mukherjee (aka The Horm…

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Bettany Hughes, Al Murray, Lesley Sharp, Nisha Katona, The Wandering Hearts, Guy Chambers, Amanny Mo and Clive Anderson 36:43

3M ago36:43

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Stand up comic Al Murray on 30 years of his outspoken stage persona The Pub Landlord and his more recent side-hustle as a history podcaster; Actor Lesley Sharp on playing a spy in her high octane thriller set on a London to Beijing flight and called Red Eye; Historian Bettany Hughes on her new series of Treasures of the World, this time heading alo…

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Misinformation overload! Busting nutrition myths & banishing food fear | EP73 1:24:44

3M ago1:24:44

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Do you really need to avoid eggs? Are oats poisonous? Is caffeine destroying your gut health? Join Jaymie and Stacey as they #CutTheBS on some wild claims like… 🐮 Dairy causes inflammation 🍌 Fruit is making you fat 🌾 Oats are poisonous 🥚 You shouldn’t eat too many eggs 🍭 Fructose messes with your metabolism ☕️ Coffee will mess up your digestion 💧 A…

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Body Smart Bites 29 : Transform Your Sleep: Your Guide to Nasal Breathing and Mouth Taping - with Jamie Clements 4:02

3M ago4:02

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Find out how the straightforward method of mouth taping can help clear your mind, elevate your sleep quality, and contribute to your overall well-being as Stacey and Jaymie are joined by breathwork coach, Jamie Clements. If you’re dealing with sinus issues, mouth breathing at night, or just seeking ways to wake up more rejuvenated, this episode is …

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Ruby Wax, Anuvab Pal, Paul Hartnoll, Jessica Gunning, Tiger Braun-White and Nerina Pallot 34:30

3M ago34:30

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Ruby Wax defined an interview style which many of us now take for granted. She discusses her hugely popular books on mindfulness and her new book which sees her undertake a series of journeys designed to aid her recovery from depression.Paul Hartnoll of the dance act Orbital is another genre definer, looking back at the history of electronic music …

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Body Smart Bites 28: Maximise Fat Loss & Muscle Gain: Proven Strategies for a Leaner, Stronger You 6:01

3M ago6:01

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Jaymie & Stacey Unlock the secrets to effective fat loss and muscle preservation. Dive into the essentials of a calorie deficit, the power of protein, and the role of resistance training in transforming your body. Discover how to balance your fitness regimen with quality sleep for optimal results. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your…

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Breaking the stress cycle, through the power of your breath - with Jamie Clements | EP72 1:46:18

3M ago1:46:18

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Are you part of the 99% of people who have dysfunctional breathing? Breathwork coach Jamie Clements joins us to shed light on the power of something we do 20,000 times a day… Breathe. The way we breathe is linked to our stress levels, our emotional wellbeing and even our digestion. But we hardly give it a moment’s thought - when was the last time y…

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