Best Anne Asher Podcasts (2024)

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Un Update On The GMC 36:59

1h ago36:59

36:59

Asher has a hearing with the GMC (General Medical Council) on the 3rd June 2024, during which he will be formally resigning his membership. In this episode, Asher offers evidence that the GMC is committed to upholding white supremacy, and explains why he can no longer, in good conscience, continue to work as a Doctor in the UK. Visit Asher's webist…

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Jo-Anne McArthur | Hidden: Animals in the Anthropocene 1:01:13

1h ago1:01:13

1:01:13

In this episode we speak with Jo-Anne McArthur, acclaimed animal photojournalist and founder and president of We Animals Media, an organization whose photographers document the lives of unseen and ignored animals caught within human systems of exploitation and oppression. HIghlights of this episode include: How, motivated by the power of photograph…

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Why I'm breaking up with social media 38:42

2d ago38:42

38:42

Asher is not so much breaking up with social media as he is DTR (defining the relationship). In this episode, Asher explains the journey he has been going on since he signed up for his first Instagram account in 2020. He goes through his pros and cons list and talks about the boundaries he has had to put in place over the last few weeks and months.…

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Let's talk about AI 35:59

5d ago35:59

35:59

Asher has come under criticism for using AI to create images that he uses on his website and social media. He is not one to use his podcast to respond to critics, but in this case he has a lot to say and he thinks it's relevant to Fat activism. This episode digs into the complex issues surrounding AI and its role in our collective future. Visit Ash…

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Émile P. Torres | Highway to Hell: The Dystopian Fantasies of Tech Billionaires 1:06:49

6d ago1:06:49

1:06:49

In this episode, we chat with philosopher and historian Dr. Émile P. Torres about the dystopian fantasies of ecologically-blind tech billionaires – transhumanists, longtermists, and effective altruists – of defying nature, transcending humanity, and colonizing the universe. Highlights of our conversation include: how transhumanism is built on the i…

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Let's talk about sex! 55:29

12d ago55:29

55:29

Today Asher is joined by Tamara Pincus, a licensed clinical social worker and AASECT certified sex therapist, with a specialty in working with kinky, polyamorous and LGBTQIA+ clients. She runs the Pincus Centre for Inclusive Treatment and Education in Washington, DC. They specialized in sex therapy and relationship counseling, as well as coaching, …

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April 21st: Lola Young's Tour, Anne Wilson's REBEL Release, and Jennie-Zico Collaboration 4:53

14d ago4:53

4:53

Welcome to another riveting episode of Combster Daily Digest! Today, we're immersing ourselves in the vibrant tapestry of pop culture, where each thread tells a captivating story. Join us as we celebrate Lola Young's meteoric rise in the music world, with her sold-out tour and soul-stirring performance on BBC Radio 1 echoing across the airwaves. An…

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Who am I to judge 34:25

19d ago34:25

34:25

Asher came up with the idea for this podcast whilst recording the previous episode. So in a sense, this is a follow up. Today he talks about judgement - why we do it, when it becomes problematic, and how we can learn to stop judging ourselves and the people around us. (Ps. Asher doesn't know the answer to any of these things). Visit Asher's webiste…

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Alan Weisman | Countdown: Our Last, Best Hope for a Future on Earth? 1:06:54

1M ago1:06:54

1:06:54

In this episode with award-winning author and journalist Alan Weisman, we discuss his 2013 book Countdown: Our Last, Best Hope for a Future on Earth? capturing his journey to over 20 countries over five continents to ask what experts agreed were probably the most important questions on Earth, and also the hardest. ‘How many humans can the planet ho…

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April 13th: Coachella Special - Digital Spectacles, Musical Origins & Festival Adventures 5:00

22d ago5:00

5:00

Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Coachella with Combster Daily Digest's special episode! Join us as we delve into the electrifying Coachella 2024 experience, where music, culture, and technology converge to create unforgettable moments. From the festival's rich musical origins to the diverse array of activities and culinary del…

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April 12th: Coachella Special - Fortnite Fusion, Benga's Comeback & Tyler's Call to Connection 5:50

23d ago5:50

5:50

Get ready for another electrifying episode of Combster Daily Digest, where we bring you the hottest updates from the world of pop culture! In this special edition, we're delving deep into the heart of Coachella 2024, where music meets technology in an unprecedented virtual experience. Join us as we explore the groundbreaking collaboration between F…

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What do you mean you don't care whether people like you?!?! 43:57

26d ago43:57

43:57

Asher was 43 years old when he found out that there are some people out there who don't care whether people like them or not! It has understandably taken him a few days to process that, and this episode explores Fat tropes and the potential reasons why Fat people are so desperate to be likeable (#NotAllFatPeople). Visit Asher's webiste and check ou…

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Moral courage, dog whistles, and dealing with d1ckh3ads 38:47

2M ago38:47

38:47

It's not our fault that other people lack the moral courage to challenge their own bias, listen to other POVs, or respect people who question their beliefs. It's not our fault but, as is the way of the world, we still need to learn how to deal with it. In this episode, Asher processes his experience giving a guest lecture to a group of nutrition un…

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Jennifer Watling Neal and Zachary Neal | Getting the Numbers Right: The Childfree Choice More Prevalent than Reported 1:03:47

1M ago1:03:47

1:03:47

In this episode with Dr. Zachary Neal and Dr. Jennifer Watling Neal, we explore their research about the prevalence and characteristics of childfree adults in the US and globally. Despite the fact that people without children make up a significant portion of the population, both nationally in the US (20-25%) and globally, this group remains largely…

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March 31st: Lola Young's Tour, Bethenny's Aussie Adventure & Beabadoobee's Milestone 5:54

1M ago5:54

5:54

Get ready for another dose of pop culture excitement with Combster Daily Digest! In this episode, we're diving deep into the latest happenings from the entertainment world. Join us as we follow English singer-songwriter Lola Young on her North American tour, where she shares heartfelt moments with fans and hints at what's next. Plus, experience Bet…

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March 27th: Titanic's Triumph, Hera Björk's Eurovision Return and JoJo Siwa's Comeback 5:25

1M ago5:25

5:25

Get ready to dive into the latest whirlwind of pop culture excitement with Combster Daily Digest! In this episode, we're thrilled to share the buzz surrounding the entertainment world. Join us as Icelandic sensation Hera Björk gears up for her triumphant return to the Eurovision Song Contest, while JoJo Siwa sets the stage for her grand musical com…

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Trauma Recovery with Anne Kinsey 56:13

2M ago56:13

56:13

Asher met Anne when they joined his online community The Weighting Room. They both realised that they had quite a bit in common and struck up a friendship. Anne (they/them) is a neurofeedback/biofeedback professional, an author, and a human trafficking consultant. They are the founder of non-profit aimed at providing trauma recovery for those who w…

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March 21st: Johnny Orlando's Teaser, Scarlett Rose Leithold's Glamour, Jordan Davis' Duet 5:41

1M ago5:41

5:41

Discover the latest buzz in pop culture on this episode of Combster Daily Digest! Join us as rising country star Priscilla Block gears up for her international tour alongside Megan Moroney, Kaylee Bell, and Cooper Alan. Plus, catch the dynamic duo Marcus & Martinus as they represent Sweden in the Eurovision Song Contest with their latest hit "Unfor…

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March 21st: Ghostbusters Premiere, Kenya Grace's Debut, Isabela's Alien Adventure 5:29

2M ago5:29

5:29

Prepare for another riveting edition of Combster's Daily Digest, where we delve into the latest happenings in pop culture! Join us as we uncover the excitement surrounding the premiere of "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire" and Mckenna Grace's star-studded appearance. Then, get ready for the cinematic adaptation of "The Sims" with director Kate Herron at…

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Medical Trauma 101 39:32

2M ago39:32

39:32

In this episode, Asher reads an entry from his own journal and then delves into the science of stress and trauma. Cards on the table, he is not a trauma expert but he does have a lot of lived experience with dealing with his own trauma, and supporting clients through theirs. He has been using the Wheel of Feels app for a while now. Visit Asher's we…

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51: 🪄🃏The Devil’s Picture Books and Wild West Magic 49:09

2M ago49:09

49:09

This episode we take a peek at the devil’s picture books – a name given to playing cards. We start with Chinese accounts dating back nearly 1000 years then go via beautiful Mamluk designs to Thomas de la Rue industrialising the printing process 100 years ago. But what are playing cards without magic? We meet one of Anton’s namesakes, Anton Zamloch …

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Travis Rieder | Catastrophe Ethics: How to Choose Well in a World of Tough Choices 1:01:17

2M ago1:01:17

1:01:17

In this episode with bioethicist and moral philosopher Dr. Travis N. Rieder, we discuss his latest book Catastrophe Ethics, in which he explores how individuals can make morally decent choices in a world of confusing and often terrifying problems. We explore the morally exhausting and puzzling nature of modern life in which individual actions can o…

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March 14th: Rodrigo's Condoms, Kim K Meets Bianca, and LaKeith's New Album 5:01

2M ago5:01

5:01

Get ready for another thrilling episode of Combster's Daily Digest, where we uncover the latest buzz in pop culture! Join us as we explore Olivia Rodrigo's surprising concert giveaway in Missouri, featuring morning-after pills and condoms. Then, dive into LaKeith Stanfield's tantalizing teaser from his upcoming album 'Self Control', followed by Dan…

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The Good Doctor 38:22

2M ago38:22

38:22

We're all fairly familiar with what a bad doctor looks like. But what about good doctors? Does kindness equal weight inclusive. Just because they care about and respect their patients, does it mean good doctors don't have anti-fat bias? Explore these questions and more in this week's episode. Visit Asher's webiste and check out all his FREE RESOURC…

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March 12th: Jennie’s Role, Princess Kate’s Photograph, and John Cena’s Oscars Nudity 5:08

2M ago5:08

5:08

Prepare to embark on another exhilarating journey through the vibrant world of pop culture with the latest episode of Combster's Daily Digest! Join us as we uncover the latest buzz surrounding BLACKPINK's Jennie potentially joining forces with Ji Chang Wook and Park Bo Gum in JTBC's 'My Name is Gabriel.' Explore the controversy surrounding Princess…

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March 8th: GloRilla’s Glow, Kenya Grace’s Teasers, and Asher Angel’s Soulful Unveiling 5:20

2M ago5:20

5:20

Dive into the latest episode of Combster's Daily Digest for an electrifying journey through the latest pop culture sensations! Join us as we delve into GloRilla's radiant moment at Billboard's Women in Music event, followed by Kenya Grace's exclusive listening party teasing upcoming musical treasures. Get ready for ScarLip's collaboration debate, a…

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March 7th: DDG's New Single, Emma Myers' Adventure, and Gal Gadot's Bundle of Joy 5:18

2M ago5:18

5:18

Dive into the latest episode of Combster's Daily Digest for a whirlwind tour through the hottest happenings in pop culture! From the unveiling of DDG's upcoming single "Shoot Up Your Block" to Emma Myers' epic adventure scaling Mount Doom, we've got all the buzz you need to stay in the know. Tune in as Tate McRae mesmerizes with her haunting acoust…

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March 6th: CKay, Beabadoobee, and Ice Spice's Latest Triumphs 5:18

2M ago5:18

5:18

Step into the latest episode of Combster's Daily Digest for an exhilarating ride through the world of pop culture! CKay ignites the stage as he prepares to co-headline AFROLAND 2024 in Germany, promising a weekend filled with Afro beats and culture alongside stars like Richard Bona, Diamond Platnumz, Libianca, and more. Meanwhile, Beabadoobee's enc…

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UNSHRINKABLE 29:35

3M ago29:35

29:35

In honour of World Ob*sity Day, Asher talks about how are bodies aren't meant to shrink and how much easier it is to take up space once we've come to this realisation. You can learn about Asher's new course Unshrinkable here. Visit Asher's webiste and check out all his FREE RESOURCES. You can also book a consultation, join a course, find out about …

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March 5th: Rihanna's Controversial Gig, Coco Jones' Debut, and Kate Middleton's Rare Outing 5:26

2M ago5:26

5:26

Get ready for a jam-packed episode of Combster's Daily Digest! Today, we dive into the latest pop culture buzz, starting with Rihanna's controversial performance at an Indian billionaire's wedding, stirring mixed reactions among fans and critics alike. Then, Coco Jones gears up for her highly anticipated album debut, promising Grammy-winning vibes …

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March 4th: Swift's Tour, Jennie's Solo Teaser, & Kardashian Drama 4:55

2M ago4:55

4:55

Get ready for a whirlwind of pop culture updates on today's episode of Combster's Daily Digest! Taylor Swift takes center stage as her spectacular Eras Tour transforms Singapore into a vibrant hotspot, with a potential economic injection of up to 500 million Singapore dollars. Meanwhile, Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's drama unfolds as Kim navigate…

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Laura Carroll | Breaking Out of the Baby Matrix: Busting Common Pronatalist Myths 1:01:36

2M ago1:01:36

1:01:36

To celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8th, we interviewed Laura Carroll, internationally recognized expert on pronatalism and the childfree choice, who starts by sharing highlights from her latest book A Special Sisterhood: 100 Fascinating Women From History Who Never had Children. We also unpack her book The Baby Matrix: Why Freeing Our …

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Asher Takes His Power Back Part 2 43:12

3M ago43:12

43:12

Following on from last week, Asher tells the GMC exactly what he thinks of them and why doctors should be focussing on tackling, prejudice, discrimination and injustice as opposed to protecting their own. You can read Asher's open letter to the GMC here. Visit Asher's webiste and check out all his FREE RESOURCES. You can also book a consultation, j…

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Asher Takes His Power Back Part 1 46:20

3M ago46:20

46:20

On the 19th January, Asher received notice of a formal warning from the GMC regarding two tweets he penned in 2022. He was accused of reverse racism/transphobia/homophobia. This is the conclusion of a 2 year investigation into his social media content that has had a number of devastating effects. In this episode, Asher takes his power back from the…

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Christopher Ketcham | The Megamachine and Green Growth Delusions 52:28

3M ago52:28

52:28

In this interview with freelance writer Christopher Ketcham, we unpack the techno-industrial extractivism that plagues modern societies and the media’s complicity in failing to challenge the growth model on which it is based. We discuss Chris’ book This Land: How Cowboys, Capitalism, and Corruption Are Ruining the American West in which he outlines…

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50: ♠️♥️ Magic and Playing Card History with Magician Lee Asher ♣️♦️ 1:25:21

3M ago1:25:21

1:25:21

It’s episode 50 and we have a very special guest - the magician and playing card historian Lee Asher! Anton has been learning magic for the last 18 months and also become an avid playing card collector so Lee was the perfect guy to have on. He’s worked with some of the big names in magic and even invented his own card tricks - his knowledge and adv…

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What does "success" look like with Bree-Danielle Wyatt 50:09

3M ago50:09

50:09

I recorded this episode with Bree, who goes by @justbreehonest on Instagram, in March 2023. It has taken me this long to get my act together and post it. It's a really interesting conversation between a straight sized fitness professional and a fat person who isn't generally a fan of fitness professionals. Bree is one of the exceptions! Listen in t…

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Does weight loss improve joint pain? 37:40

3M ago37:40

37:40

The question was "what happens if I have to lose weight for my health". In this case, it was joint pain. Who says they need to? What evidence do they have? What can we do when we find ourselves in similar situations? Find out in today's episode. Visit Asher's webiste and check out all his FREE RESOURCES. You can also book a consultation, join a cou…

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Angela Saini | The Patriarchs: How Men Came to Rule 1:03:22

3M ago1:03:22

1:03:22

In this interview with award-winning science journalist Angela Saini, based on her bold and radical book The Patriarchs: How Men Came to Rule, we explore the roots and complex history of how patriarchy first became embedded in societies and spread across the globe from prehistory into the present. Angela discusses how gendered roles, pronatalism, a…

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Perimenopause: Medical Misogyny Meets Weight Stimga 37:29

4M ago37:29

37:29

I spend quite a bit of time talking about the perimenopause. It turns out people don't know much about it, and most of what they have been told is nonsense. So this episode is dedicated to all the people who are tired of the night sweats and the fatigue and the brain fog. Weight loss isn't going to fix it, but you probably already knew that, didn't…

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Weight inclusive nutrition anyone? 46:12

4M ago46:12

46:12

Never ask a doctor for nutrition advice, because most of us don't have a clue what we're talking about. And yet I managed to spend an entire episode talking about it, which shows that I have mastered the art of faking it 'til you make it. Or something like that. It's worth listening to because I make one or two valid points. Visit Asher's webiste a…

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Diana Coole | The Toxification of Population Discourse: How Population Became a Dirty Word 1:05:15

4M ago1:05:15

1:05:15

When and why did population become a dirty word? And why are so many people shamed for advocating for population reduction? Despite innumerable scientific studies showing the impact of human overpopulation and overconsumption on mounting social and ecological catastrophes, including climate change, biodiversity destruction, ocean acidification, res…

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