Best Anna Moran Podcasts (2024)

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Interview with Nicole Krass 48:11

1h ago48:11

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Originally from Germany, Nicole Krass would find herself diving occasionally before taking an extended break. As she was about to embark on a lifetime trip to Indonesia, she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Determined to continue, she persevered and at the same time inspired others to pursue their dreams. Since this interview, she has become …

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Body Smart Bites 43: Lose Weight for Your Vacation: Fast yet healthy weight loss in 6 weeks 3:57

1d ago3:57

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Are you gearing up for a vacation and looking for a quick weight loss plan? In this episode, Stacey Jones and Jaymie Moran share expert tips and practical advice on how to lose weight fast - in just six weeks, but with healthy weight loss strategies. They discuss practical diet and fitness tips to manage your calorie intake and incorporate more phy…

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Santi Series: Interview with Tiffany Norberg 49:23

2h ago49:23

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If you ask Tiffany Norberg where some of the best diving is, she will tell you it’s right in her backyard. At a young age, her mother made sure to involve her in water sports, so naturally, she would gravitate to the underwater world. She would find herself signing up for her Open Water Course while at school in Sweden. Here, she connected with the…

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Griffin Dunne, Marc Almond, Ruth Ware, Sophie Duker, Nadine Shah, Stuart Maconie 36:36

3d ago36:36

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The actor, producer and now memoirist Griffin Dunne on growing up in Hollywood in a family of literary stars including his aunt Joan Didion, on his own screen success opposite Madonna in Who's That Girl and in After Hours and the real-life tragedy that changed his life forever. Soft Cell front man Marc Almond on his early days as a subversive perfo…

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Interview with Natalie Turner-Blackman 47:51

1d ago47:51

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Originally from South London, Natalie Turner-Blackman became certified during her gap year in 2015. Earning her Open Water Certification while at a marine conservation program, she instantly fell in love with the aquatic environment. Returning home to the cold waters of England did not dissuade her from pursuing this newfound interest. After comple…

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Interview with Kirsty Moran 58:47

2d ago58:47

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In this episode, I sit down with musician, SSI instructor, and founder of Atlantic Scuba Adventures, Kirsty Moran. On the advice of her Mother, she decided to try diving while serving with the Irish Defense Forces. What at first terrified her, soon became one of the biggest joys of her life. Immersing herself, this new hobby quickly became a new ca…

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Master motivation: Dopamine hacks to balance your brain with neuroscientist, TJ Power | Ep 86 1:47:21

3d ago1:47:21

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Do you ever get frustrated by your lack of motivation or get stuck in procrastination mode? In this eye-opening episode, neuroscientist TJ Power explains how dopamine is the crux of motivation… but!! Our modern lifestyle has trashed our innate drive to do life’s difficult things. From tackling that laundry pile, to starting your new healthy eating …

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Interview with Anna Dimitriadis 48:00

3d ago48:00

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Growing up, Anna Dimitriadis would spend summers in Greece by the ocean. It was only a matter of time before she would find herself enjoying the wonderful moments beneath the surface. Now, she can usually be found in the wild, capturing those moments and bringing them to the big screen. Seeking more adventure, she quit her job and pursued a career …

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Santi Series: Interview with Dr. Dubravka Vejnovic 57:48

4d ago57:48

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In this episode, I sit down with Dubravka Vejnovic as she shares her journey to become an inspirational figure to all divers in the scuba community. A path that started in Africa eventually led her to seek out her local diving, where she continued to train with Triton Diving Center. Through training, hard work, and perseverance, she has become a me…

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

5d ago4:55

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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

7d 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

9d 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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Interview with Jenn Thomson Part 1 58:45

10d ago58:45

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In part one of this episode, I speak with the 2022 GUE NextGen Scholar, Jenn Thomson. After learning to dive in Thailand, she instantly knew that scuba diving was going to be a lifelong passion. She shares with me the GUE Scholarship process, a brief overview of her year after winning the award, some goals for the future, connecting with the GUE co…

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

12d 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

14d 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

17d 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

19d 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

21d 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

23d 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

26d 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

28d 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

30d 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

1M 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

1M 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

1M 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

1M 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

1M 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

1M 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

1M 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

1M 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

1M ago35:51

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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

1M ago1:03:52

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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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Interview with Richard Kelch 43:48

2M ago43:48

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Richard Kelch became certified with his wife after moving to a new city to create new friendships. Eventually, he joined a dive club to enjoy and spend more time underwater. With his local diving in The Great Lakes, it was only a matter of time before he discovered his love for wreck diving. As the wrecks became deeper, he would find himself moving…

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

2M ago5:26

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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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Interview with Simon Bailey 57:32

2M ago57:32

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For several years Simon Bailey flirted with diving before becoming certified. Eventually earning his certification, he fell in love with this sport, as many of us do. One thing led to another and he would find himself 11 years out of the water. In this episode, I sit down with him and speak about his journey back to the aquatic environment. His sec…

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Interview with Frank Aron 46:18

2M ago46:18

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In this episode, I speak with Underwater Photographer Frank Aron. After being introduced to scuba diving in the South of France, Frank eventually found his way to overhead environments. He became cave-certified in Mexico, moving on to spend time in the mines of Germany and France. Challenges of photography in flooded mines, developing a passion for…

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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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Round Table Discussion: The Wet Mules 1:05:38

2M ago1:05:38

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In this Round Table discussion, I sit down with some members of the Wet Mules. Craig Challen, John Dalla-Zuanna, Richard Harris, and Ken Smith share some exploration stories, their different roles, challenges of remote explorations, installing underwater habitats, how the group was formed, the infamous “Green Book”, and much more. Please enjoy! Fac…

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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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Takeover Episode: Olivia interviews Jess Patterson 1:18:57

2M ago1:18:57

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In this first Takeover Episode, I welcome back Olivia from Fully Submerged Scuba to host, as she speaks with the Recipient of DEMA’s Wave Makers Award, Coordinator of the Sea Turtle Healing Center at Bavard Zoo, and Instructor with Ohana Dive Company, Jess Patterson. From an early age, Jess knew she wanted to pursue a career in helping marine life,…

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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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