Join comedians and authors Sara Pascoe and Cariad Lloyd in their Weirdos Book Club - a space for the lonely outsider to feel accepted and appreciated. Assisted by their comedian and writer friends, each week they’ll discuss a book that is special, stimulating and y’know – weird. Welcome to your new book club! Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Sara’s debut novel Weirdo is published by Faber & Faber and is available to pre-order here. Cariad’s book You Are Not Alone is p ...
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Radio 4 sketch show focused on overblown, melodramatic scenes from modern life. Broadcast in 17 episodes from 2012 to 2019, performed by Sara Pascoe, Daniel Rigby, Mike Wozniak, Cariad Lloyd, Henry Paker and Freya Parker. Written by Benjamin Partridge, Henry Paker and Mike Wozniak, with additional material from the cast.
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My goal right from the beginning was that I wanted it to be a podcast that, when it stopped, you didn’t feel worse,” says Cariad Lloyd, host of Griefcast, a weekly interview podcast where media personalities share stories about loved ones they've lost. “We’re all in this club that no one asked to join, and it’s really helpful when you realize there’s other people in the club. Part of grief is feeling quite isolated, so when you realize, ‘Oh, it's not just me,’ It does help.” In each episode, ...
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Our mind and body can be transformed through the simple act of walking. That’s why Dr Alex George has made this new, ambient podcast.It supports his mission to get us all out stomping, so whether you’re taking the dog out, hiking up a mountain or maybe you simply need some fresh air, Dr Alex and his guests will be here every week as your loyal stomping companions.In every episode, you’ll hear Dr Alex George out on a stomp with an exciting guest, in a location of their choice, to take a meand ...
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Overwhelmed by choice in the Peak TV era? Join hosts and IRL friends Tolani Shoneye (of 'The Receipts' podcast fame) and Gena-mour Barrett (who works for Netflix) as they discuss what they're watching, and what they think * you * should be watching too. Each week they'll be accompanied by a guest from the world of Netflix, who'll share a recommendation of their own. From brand new shows to overlooked gems, 10/10 Would Recommend is a freewheeling, unfiltered review show that will help you spe ...
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That's Helpful is all about self-improvement backed by science. Every episode will teach you something that will shift your perspective, share a life changing skill or empower you to make better choices. Ed Stott invites the experts to share with you everything you need to know to build your best life one episode at a time.
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Comedy from the heart of the Edinburgh Fringe. Live stand-up, interviews, music, features, dirty gossip and more from the Pleasance Courtyard and Pleasance Dome. This Rebranded and relaunched Pleasance Comedy Podcast is a daily show with clips from live 2017 shows. We want you to come down and soak up the atmosphere, and this magazine style show will let you feel like you're already here. Now in it's seventh year, this isn't an hour long conversation with one comedian. This is fast paced, cr ...
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Host Mike Wozniak (Man Down) and his glamorous assistant Diane Morgan (Charlie Brooker's Weekly Wipe) star in what has been described as ‘Almost better than The Generation Game‘ and ‘Nearly as funny as Bruce’s Price is Right‘. The show is a beautiful mix of ridiculous games, ludicrous quizzes, and stupid tasks all immaculately presented by Mike Wozniak and then suitably ruined by Diane... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Join comedian Deborah Frances-White and her special guests as they discuss topics “all 21st century feminists agree on” while confessing their insecurities, hypocrisies and fears that underlie their lofty principles. Deborah Frances-White is the 2016 Writers' Guild Award Winner for Best Radio Comedy for her hit BBC Radio 4 series Deborah Frances-White Rolls the Dice. She is an Edinburgh Fringe regular, screenwriter and is hugely in demand for her corporate seminars.
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Death affects us all. Yet it is still the last taboo in our society, and grief is profoundly misunderstood. Hosted by Julia Samuel – a grief psychotherapist with over twenty five years’ experience of working with the bereaved – we hear stories from those who have experienced great love and loss – and survived. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Award-winning comedy panel show hosted by Danielle Ward, with team captains Margaret Cabourn-Smith and Michael Legge and amazing special guests. In it, two teams work out the right thing to do in strange scenarios and scary situations which range from the everyday to the weird and extreme. Don't feel you have to start at the beginning - we'd suggest you start with the most recent series then work backwards! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Pt 3: How to Prepare for Birthdays, Christmas & Anniversaries after Loss | Cariad Lloyd
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In part 3, Cariad Lloyd explains her tips on managing family dynamics in the run-up to significant anniversaries. Cariad explains how to accept that other people’s grief may look different to yours, how to deal with social media around these times and if there is a bad way to grieve. Follow @cariadlloyd and get her book ‘You Are Not Alone: a new wa…
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Grief is one of those things that many of us still have no idea how to talk about. Whether we’ve lost someone or know someone who has lost someone it can be very uncomfortable to know what to share, when & even how to just broach the subject. This struggle is one Cariad Lloyd knows well. After losing her dad at 15, she says she only really started …
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Pt 2: What Does it Feel Like to Fight to Breathe? | Sophie Grace Holmes
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In part 2, Sophie Grace Holmes reveals how she achieved her world record of running 36 marathons in 36 days – and why the final marathon was so anticlimactic. Sophie shares the mantras she used to get her through such an incredible feat, the importance of appreciating your achievements before moving on to the next, and how ultimately training has i…
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Pt 1: How to Live Life When You’re Told You’re Going to Die | Sophie Grace Holmes
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Sophie Grace Holmes was born with Cystic Fibrosis and doctors told her she wouldn’t live to see 16. Now in her 30s, Sophie has defied all the odds and ran 36 marathons in 36 days. In this episode, Sophie joins Dr Alex George to share what we can learn from someone who was told they were dying from a very young age. Sophie shares the bucket list she…
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Be Bad, Better: How Not Trying So Hard Will Set You Free
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Often we see so many traits & behaviors as directly tied to our morality - including those around how we look, feel, think and act. But journalist & author Rebecca Seal says many of the things we’ve been told are bad are actually just as useful as the good. Her latest book is called Be Bad, Better: How Not Trying So Hard Will Set You Free. Want to …
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The Warlock Effect by Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman
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This week's book guest is The Warlock Effect by Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman. Sara and Cariad are joined by actor, writer, performer and generally magic man Andy Nyman to discuss tricks, David Blaine, cakes, Derren Brown, duping, and 120's London. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! The Warlock Effect is available to buy here or…
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Pt 2: Does Grief Ever Get Easier? | Cariad Lloyd
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In part 2, Cariad Lloyd shares how she began to recover from the trauma of losing her dad by starting a comedy podcast. Cariad and Dr Alex discuss the different types of loss and grief, whether it gets easier to cope when birthdays and anniversaries pass by and why you can’t power through your grief. Follow @cariadlloyd and get her book ‘You Are No…
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Pt 1: We All Experience Grief: Here’s How to Prepare for It | Cariad Lloyd
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Actor, comedian and host of Griefcast Cariad Lloyd joins Dr Alex George on the Stompcast this week. Cariad lost her dad at 15, and almost 2 decades later decided to talk about it on her award-winning podcast which helps us see the funny side of grief. In part 1, Cariad shares which countries are the best and worst at talking about death, why the UK…
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The Appeal by Janice Hallett with Isy Suttie
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This week's book guest is The Appeal by Janice Hallett. Sara and Cariad are joined by the incredible comedian, actor, writer and star of Peep Show - Isy Suttie - to discuss The Sound of Music, bad directors, Brownies and TIE. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! The Appeal by Janice Hallett is available to buy here or on Apple B…
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Pt 3: Running Tips for Beginners to Experts | Jonny Davies
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In part 3, Jonny Davies breaks down exactly where to begin if you want to start training for your first or next big run. Jonny explains the different types of runs, the importance of strength training for running and why having a strict but boring bedtime is crucial to your recovery. Plus, he describes why your running speed is not important, how t…
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Pt 2: How Exercise Builds Resilience for ANY Challenge | Jonny Davies
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In part 2, as Jonny explains his next challenge of running every UK & Ireland capital city, he offers critical advice which you can apply to almost any problem you are facing. Jonny and Alex discuss how to develop the best mindset for exercise, why you need to stop preparing for all future problems and how to realise what you’re truly capable of. F…
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Pt 1: How Running Can Improve Your Self Esteem | Jonny Davies’ 570km Tube Map Challenge
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In 2023, Jonny Davies ran the entirety of the London Tube Map to raise money for suicide prevention. In this episode, he joins Dr Alex George to describe what went into this incredible achievement and what we can learn from his mindset. In part 1, Jonny shares why he wanted to take on the 570km challenge, the toughest moments of the challenge and w…
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The Ultimate Couple’s Guide To Better Sleep
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We all know how essential a good night’s sleep can be for our health, but whilst we might be prioritising our bedtime routine, our partner’s night time habits may be the thing that’s costing us a perfect night’s sleep. Whether they’re a champion snorer, elite level fidgeter or they just have a completely different sleep schedule to you - it doesn’t…
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In this week's episode Sara and Cariad discuss the books they're looking forward to reading this summer! Sara’s novel Weirdo is published by Faber & Faber and is available to buy here. Cariad’s book You Are Not Alone is published by Bloomsbury and is available to buy here. Cariad's children's book The Christmas Wish-tastrophe is available to pre-or…
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Pt 3: Why Main Character Energy Will Change Your Life | Fats Timbo
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In part 3, Fats Timbo reveals the inspiration behind her book ‘Main Character Energy’ and how to apply it to everyday life. Fats explains the simple hack for being confident, how to worry less and how to get motivated for the gym. Remember, feel the fear and do it anyway! Follow @fatstimbo and get her book ‘Main Character Energy: 10 Commandments to…
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Pt 2: Are Toxic Friends Holding You Back? | Fats Timbo
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In part 2, Fats Timbo explains how self help books changed her life and helped her overcome her shyness. Fats and Alex discuss how to get the most out of self help books, how to deal with jealous friends and offer advice on how to stop letting fear hold you back. Follow @fatstimbo and get her book ‘Main Character Energy: 10 Commandments to Living L…
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Pt 1: How to Stop Self Loathing and Start Loving Yourself | Fats Timbo
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Comedian and educator Fats Timbo joins Dr Alex George to share her inspirational story from being bullied as a child to becoming a viral sensation on TikTok. In part 1, Fats shares what it was like to grow up with Achondroplasia (a common form of dwarfism), why she prefers to be described as a ‘Little Person’ and the shocking choice her mother was …
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If you’re anything like me, ageing is probably something you try not to think about. But it doesn’t have to be this way - we can embrace ageing, help to combat ageism & make the most of all the brilliant things that come with it, without denying of course that it’s not all wonderful. So how do we do it? Well, lucky for you, my guest today is an exp…
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I'm Sorry You Feel That Way by Rebecca Wait with Poorna Bell
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This week's book guest is I'm Sorry You Feel That Way by Rebecca Wait. Sara and Cariad are joined by award winning writer and journalist Poorna Bell to discuss family dynamics, happy endings, siblings and girls schools. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! I'm Sorry You Feel That Way by Rebecca Wait is available to buy here or o…
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In part 3, Kate Moyle dives into the link between mental health and sex, with tips on how to enhance your sex life. Kate and Alex discuss how to rebuild sexual connection, how to feel less shame about your desires and how to figure out what works for you. Plus, Alex asks Kate how we can all have better sex, and you might not like the answer… Follow…
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Pt 2: How Much Sex Should We Be Having? | Kate Moyle
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In part 2, Kate Moyle dives into why sex changes throughout relationships and the common challenges faced in the bedroom. Kate explains why achieving orgasm shouldn’t be the goal in sex, advice for men with performance anxiety and understanding what the biggest killer of a couple’s sex life is. Follow Kate @katemoyletherapy and get her book ‘The Sc…
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Pt 1: Is British Sex Culture Broken? A Psychosexual Therapist Explains | Kate Moyle
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Psychosexual and relationship therapist Kate Moyle joins Dr Alex George on this much needed sex education lesson. In part 1, Kate explains why we struggle to talk about sex so much, why we must resist the Hollywood version of sex and whether porn can ever be a good thing. Plus, Kate delves into why there’s so much shame about sex and if there’s suc…
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How to Build a Science-Backed Skincare Routine with Lab Muffin Beauty Science
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A good skincare routine can be a truly fantastic thing, but with SO many products on the market making wild claims, it is incredibly hard to know where you should be focussing your time, not to mention your money. Fear not though, Dr Michelle Wong is here to help - you might know here as Lab Muffin Beauty Science on social media where she’s been de…
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Will I Ever Have Sex Again? by Sofie Hagen with Sofie Hagen
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This week's book guest is Will I Ever Have Sex Again? by Sofie Hagen Sara and Cariad are joined by multi-award winning comedian, author and podcaster Sofie Hagen to discuss Just Seventeen, crabs, intimacy, lubrication wine and gender. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Trigger warning: In this episode we discuss issues of sexu…
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Pt 3: How to Optimise your Immune System for a Happier Life | Dr Monty Lyman
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In part 3, Dr Monty Lyman offers tips and advice on how to optimise your immune system for both longevity and a happier life. Dr Monty breaks down the 3 categories to focus on to improve your health, the dos and don’ts when it comes to diet and why loneliness could make you ill. Follow @monty.lyman and get his book ‘The Immune Mind’ Follow the podc…
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Pt 2: Why We’re Most Human After Having a Poo – The Gut Health Connection | Dr Monty Lyman
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In part 2, Dr Monty Lyman dives into gut health with Dr Alex George, and why it’s crucial to have a healthy gut. Monty explains why diversity is important for both the mind and the body, how taking care of your gut health can improve your mental health and what foods you can eat to start making that change. Follow @monty.lyman and get his book ‘The…
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Pt 1: The Shocking Link Between Your Immune System and Your Mental Health | Dr Monty Lyman
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Dr Monty Lyman is a medical doctor, researcher and author who specialises in the relationship between the mind and the immune system. In this episode, he uncovers the incredible science of how our immune system impacts our brain and, ultimately, our mental health. In part 1, Monty explains the surprise discovery that uncovered unknown connections t…
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The First 2 Hours: How to Maximise your Most Valuable Time
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The saying goes - win the morning, win the day. But, if you’re anything like me - your morning will be determined by your inbox, who calls first or what’s been dropped in your lap that day. Productivity expert Donna McGeorge says this way of working is a big mistake and could see the quality of your work suffer, not to mention the extra hours spent…
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This week's book guest is Butter by Asako Yuzuki. Sara and Cariad discuss dairy products, ramen, soya sauce, not murdering, misogyny and Pot Noodles. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Trigger warning: In this episode we discuss eating disorders, weight loss, fat phobia and generally disordered eating. Butter by Asako Yuzuki i…
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Pt 3: 3 Episodes That Will Improve Your Health | 100th Episode
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In part 3, Dr Alex George and Producer Charlie share some star-studded highlights, before sharing 3 final clips which are full of healthy hacks. We share clips from Em the Nutritionist’s episode where she tells us how to eat the rainbow, Dr Rangan Chatterjee’s life-changing “death bed” exercise and neuroscientist Nicole Vignola shares what doom scr…
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Pt 2: 3 Episodes That Transformed My Outlook | 100th Episode
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In part 2, Dr Alex George reflects on the diverse lineup of guests he’s hosted over the past 100 episodes. Alex shares a powerful clip from Dilly Carter’s episode to inspire anyone going through adversity, Dr Iain Jordan shares how MDMA could be a powerful tool for PTSD and Robin Sharma reminds us that money is only one form of wealth. Follow the p…
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Pt 1: 3 Episodes That Changed My Life | 100th Episode
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To celebrate 100 episodes of the Stompcast, Dr Alex George and Producer Charlie reflect on the most impactful episodes throughout the last 2 years. In part 1, you’ll hear how the stomp with Toddla T led Alex to his ADHD diagnosis, his conversation with Michelle Heaton opened his eyes to the world of alcohol and Joshua Patterson’s motivating intervi…
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How to Make Life Changing, Deep Connections with Kasley Killam
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If I were to ask you how healthy you are right now, what would you say? Would you tell me about your social life? How many friends have you connected with in the last week? Or how connected you feel with your local community? Probably not, but Kasley Killam says that social health is vital to our physical health & by ignoring it, we’re missing out …
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Doppelganger by Naomi Klein with Naomi Klein
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This week's book guest is Doppelganger by Naomi Klein. Sara and Cariad are joined by the award winning and internationally bestselling author Naomi Klein herself, to discuss the Left, the Right and everything in between. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Trigger warning: In this episode we briefly mention rape. Doppelganger b…
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Pt 3: A Relationship Expert’s Guide to Healing from Heartbreak | Matthew Hussey
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In part 3, Matthew Hussey reveals his ultimate advice for getting through heartbreak. Matthew and Alex discuss if heartbreak is a necessary part of becoming who you are, the different types of heartbreak and how to overcome the insecurities that are holding you back. Follow @thematthewhussey and get his new book Love Life Follow the podcast on Inst…
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Pt 2: How to Stop Making the Same Relationship Mistakes | Matthew Hussey
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In part 2, Matthew Hussey explains what you need to do to find your perfect person. Matthew shares how to trust your instincts in relationships, why we get ourselves into bad relationships and how to say no to unhealthy love. Plus, there’s an interruption from a passerby which shows Matthew’s work in real time! Follow @thematthewhussey and get his …
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Pt 1: Dating Confidence: The Instant Cure for Shyness | Matthew Hussey
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Matthew Hussey is a world-renowned dating coach with a combined international following of more than 16.8 million. This week, he joins Dr Alex George to share his insights and expertise on how to find love. In part 1, Matthew shares why men are worse at meeting new people, why you need to push past shyness to create opportunities and how to learn w…
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Banish Your Imposter Syndrome with Dr Jessamy Hibberd
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If you’ve ever shared that you’re feeling it, the most common reaction is ‘oh my gosh me too’. I’m talking about Imposter Syndrome - it’s brutal, unhelpful and feels horrible. So why do we experience it and how can we tackle it? That’s exactly what we’re going to take down today - by the way this episode was requested by Jess on Instagram - if ther…
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All Fours by Miranda July with Annie Macmanus
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This week's book guest is All Fours by Miranda July. Sara and Cariad are joined by renowned podcaster, DJ and best-selling author Annie Macmanus to discuss hotel rooms, dancing, window cleaners, menopause, parking and Davina McCall. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Trigger warning: In this episode we discuss birth trauma. He…
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Pt 3: Navigating Grief: Tips for Self-Care and Emotional Wellbeing | Dr Chloe Paidoussis-Mitchell
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In part 3, Dr Chloe shares how she helps her clients during the grieving process. Dr Chloe explains how to objectively observe your emotions, how to regulate your nervous system and top tips to ground yourself in times of extreme anxiety. Follow @drchloe_thegriefpsychologist and get her book ‘The Loss Prescription’ Support links: NHS Macmillan Canc…
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Pt 2: Why We Need to Talk About Death | Dr Chloe Paidoussis-Mitchell
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In part 2, Dr Chloe explains why as Brits we are so bad at talking about death and grief, and ways we can improve. Dr Chloe and Dr Alex discuss why we avoid discussing loss when someone is recently bereaved, why it’s important to ask people about the people they’ve lost and how to start talking more about death. Follow @drchloe_thegriefpsychologist…
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Pt 1: The 5 Stages of Grief are a Myth | Dr Chloe Paidoussis-Mitchell
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Grief and trauma psychologist Dr Chloe joins Dr Alex George to explain the different types of grief and what happens to us during this process. In part 1, Dr Chloe shares different types of grief that aren’t widely discussed, why the ‘stages of grief’ is a myth and how to come to terms with the fact that you may never move on from loss. Plus, she o…
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The Happiness Curve: Why Life Gets Better Later with Jonathon Rauch
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So many of us expect to become less happy as we age, BUT science says you couldn’t be more wrong - you’ll likely become happier as you get into old age, you’ll be more content and more able to live in the present moment. This phenomenon is called the happiness curve and it’s a concept that award winning journalist Jonathon Rauch is incredibly passi…
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Small Things Like These and So Late in the Day by Claire Keegan
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This week's book guests are Small Things Like These and So Late in the Day by Claire Keegan. Sara and Cariad discuss the different works of Claire Keegan, ADHD, the island of Ireland, the C word, music with words and Ian McKellen. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Trigger Warning: In this episode we discuss the Magdalene Laun…
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Pt 3: There Is No Success Without Mental Fitness | Oscar Piastri
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In part 3, Oscar Piastri reflects with Dr Alex George on the biggest challenges throughout his career. Walking inside the McLaren Technology Centre, Oscar reflects on his achievements in F1, what he’s most proud of and he reveals what he thinks about when he’s driving 200 mph. Follow @oscarpiastri Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast To im…
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Pt 2: Inside the Cockpit of an F1 Car | Oscar Piastri
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In part 2, Oscar Piastri reveals the toughest part of racing in Formula 1. Oscar shares with Dr Alex how he handles the jet setting life of Grand Prix weekends around the world, the physical training required to be an F1 racer and what it feels like to drive a Formula 1 car. Follow @oscarpiastri Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast To impr…
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Pt 1: Step into the Mind of an F1 Driver | Oscar Piastri
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McLaren Formula 1 driver, Oscar Piastri joins Dr Alex George for a stomp around the McLaren Technology Centre. In part 1, Oscar explains how he navigates the pressures and expectations that comes from the motorsport world, how he maintains his mental edge and the simple, everyday practices that keep him grounded. Follow @oscarpiastri Follow the pod…
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Simple Gratitude Hacks to Transform Your Health
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Gratitude is one of those words that’s everywhere - particularly if you’re interested in self-improvement & your health. BUT what does the science actually say about introducing a little more gratitude into our lives & the best ways to do it? Well, Professor Fuschia Sirois is a psychologist from the University of Durham who’s been studying gratitud…
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The Chain by Chimene Suleyman with Chimene Suleyman
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This week's book guest is The Chain by Chimene Suleyman. Sara and Cariad are joined by writer and co-editor of the critically acclaimed collection of essays 'The Good Immigrant USA' Chimene Suleyman to discuss romance, trust, Fleetwood Mac, writing through pain, comedy and the power of women. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!…
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Pt 3: Dopamine Addiction: You Need to Know This | Nicole Vignola
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In part 3, neuroscientist Nicole Vignola offers tips on the benefits of boredom and how to start feeling happier every single day. Nicole and Dr Alex discuss how to get the right kind of dopamine, why doomscrolling is a problem for you and your brain and how long it will take to start seeing the benefits of your new habits. Follow Nicole @nicolesne…
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