Best Dr Louise Newson Podcasts (2024)

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271 - Endometrial cancer, the menopause and HRT 32:03

1h ago32:03

32:03

In this week’s episode Dr Louise is joined by one of her patients, Lesley Henry, a nurse who lives in Northern Ireland. Lesley shares her experience of menopause, which started before she received a diagnosis of endometrial cancer. Her treatment for cancer led to a surgical menopause, which she found debilitating. Lesley explains she feared her bra…

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Hormone Replacement Therapy At ANY Age | Dr. Louise Newson 15:45

5h ago15:45

15:45

Discover how Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) can transform your life at any age with Dr. Louise Newson, a GP and hormone specialist. Sarah Ann shares her own personal experience of working with Dr. Louise and the life-changing effects it has had, so watch now to learn more about how taking hormones may be the missing piece of the puzzle. Listen t…

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Menopause Trailblazer - Dr Louise Newson 41:33

4h ago41:33

41:33

Our guest this week is known globally for kickstarting a menopause revolution. UK-based Dr Louise Newson is a physician, menopause specialist, businesswoman, educator and author. Not only that, she’s the founder of the award-winning Balance menopause app which has had more than one million downloads, and she hosts a weekly podcast as well! As you’l…

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The one with Dr Louise Newson 23:54

1h ago23:54

23:54

Today on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show: GP and menopause specialist, Dr Louise Newson spills the beans on her upcoming 34-date UK tour, Hormones and Menopause – The Great Debate, as well as appearing at CarFest! Join Chris, Vassos and the team every morning from 6.30am for laughs with the listeners and the greatest guests. Listen on your smart spe…

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270 - Managing menopause at work: how to help yourself and your colleagues 30:19

14h ago30:19

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Menopausal women are the fastest-growing demographic in the UK workforce, yet a 2022 survey by the Fawcett Society found one in ten women leave work due to their menopause symptoms. This week, Dr Louise is joined by Oonagh Ferson, who researched the experiences of perimenopausal and menopausal women in the workplace as part of her MSc in HR managem…

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222: How to cultivate Menstrual Cycle Awareness with The Red School 1:00:33

1h ago1:00:33

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This episode was...unplanned. :-) A couple of months ago I interviewed Dr. Louise Newson on the topic of menopause. Dr. Newson is a medical doctor and focused very heavily on Hormone Replacement Therapy as a treatment that everyone who menstruates should at least consider, and I knew I wanted to do an episode with someone who doesn't hold that beli…

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The one live from CarFest 2024 30:37

24m ago30:37

30:37

Chris and the team are live at CarFest 2024, joined by special guests Rob Brydon, Kirsty Gallagher, Dr Rangan Chatterjee and The Happy Pear! Join Chris, Vassos and the team every morning from 6.30am for laughs with the listeners and the greatest guests. Listen on your smart speaker, just say: "Play Virgin Radio." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv…

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The one with Meik Wiking 23:27

3h ago23:27

23:27

CEO of The Happiness Research Institute, Meik Wiking turns the pages of his latest book, The Art of Danish Living, ahead of his appearance at CarFest. Join Chris, Vassos and the team every morning from 6.30am for laughs with the listeners and the greatest guests. Listen on your smart speaker, just say: "Play Virgin Radio." Hosted on Acast. See acas…

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Women's Empowerment Expert on Surprising New Approach to Success | Sharmadean Reid 1:07:35

3d ago1:07:35

1:07:35

Today, I sit down with Sharmadean Reid, a leader in the worlds of beauty, tech, and media. With a 20-year career that includes launching an innovative salon as well as founding a beauty tech startup, Sharmadean has consistently broken barriers. She was the first black woman to raise £1 million in VC funding in the UK and was awarded an MBE in 2015 …

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Why is the country so angry? With Jordan Stephens 16:09

1h ago16:09

16:09

Ahead of the series' full relaunch, join Anna and the multi-talented musician, actor, and author Jordan Stephens as they unpack the emotions surrounding the recent violence that has gripped the UK. In this mini-episode, after his heartfelt response went viral online, Jordan shares his insights on why he thinks people are experiencing such profound …

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The one with Adam Hills, Alex Brooker and Josh Widdicombe 38:35

36m ago38:35

38:35

The Chris Evans Breakfast Show is back! Terrific trio Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker get us ready for Channel 4’s Paralympics coverage, The Last Leg in Paris - live every night from the Opening Ceremony on Wednesday 28th August. Join Chris, Vassos and the team every morning from 6.30am for laughs with the listeners and the greatest gu…

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Caffeine vs Creatine: Which Is Better? | Dr. Tommy Wood 12:05

1h ago12:05

12:05

Creatine is commonly known for its benefits in athletic performance, but did you know it also plays a crucial role in brain health? Dr. Tommy Wood has a ph.D. in physiology and neuroscience, and here he shares the science behind creatine's cognitive benefits, as well as a study that compared the effects of creatine and caffeine in those who are sle…

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221: How to advocate for the schools our children deserve 1:11:06

1h ago1:11:06

1:11:06

How comfortable do you feel speaking up about something your child’s school needs? Have you noticed that some parents seem to feel more comfortable speaking up than others? Have you ever noticed that sometimes rules and policies in school don’t seem to be applied evenly to all students, while squeaky wheels who raise issues that concern them and th…

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The one with Richard Armitage 13:43

1h ago13:43

13:43

Angela Scanlon sits in on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show. Author and actor Richard Armitage flips through his latest book, The Cut. Chris, Vassos and the team are back on Monday morning from 6.30am for laughs with the listeners and the greatest guests. Listen on your smart speaker, just say: "Play Virgin Radio." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva…

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The one with Leila Farzad 17:54

22m ago17:54

17:54

Angela Scanlon sits in on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show. The BAFTA nominated Leila Farzad spills the beans on Netflix’s latest mythological dark-comedy, Kaos, out 29th August. Join Chris, Vassos and the team every morning from 6.30am for laughs with the listeners and the greatest guests. Listen on your smart speaker, just say: "Play Virgin Radio."…

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The one with Ed Jackson 17:57

10d ago17:57

17:57

Angela Scanlon sits in on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show Former professional rugby player Ed Jackson inspires with news of his upcoming documentary, The Mountain Within Me. Join Chris, Vassos and the team every morning from 6.30am for laughs with the listeners and the greatest guests. Listen on your smart speaker, just say: "Play Virgin Radio." Hos…

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Dr. Shefali: How To Break FREE From The Self-Awareness TRAP 1:01:53

5d ago1:01:53

1:01:53

Can consciousness transform our lives and relationships? My recent conversation with Dr. Shefali would suggest so. What began as a discussion about self-awareness evolved into a deep exploration of how consciousness can transform every aspect of our lives, from our relationships to our sense of purpose. In this episode of Live Well, Be Well, we cha…

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The one with Teri Hatcher 18:09

1h ago18:09

18:09

Angela Scanlon sits in on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show. American actress and singer Teri Hatcher spills the beans on the 3D release of Coraline, celebrating the film's 15th anniversary. Join Chris, Vassos and the team every morning from 6.30am for laughs with the listeners and the greatest guests. Listen on your smart speaker, just say: "Play Vir…

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269 - Testosterone supplementation: what can we learn from men’s healthcare? 31:53

11h ago31:53

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This week on the podcast, Dr Louise is once again joined by her friend, retired consultant urologist Steve Payne. Together they look at the similarities and differences in women and men’s experiences of menopause and andropause, and the effect of low testosterone levels, including loss of libido and lust for life, lethargy, mood changes, depression…

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The one with Tom Fletcher 16:43

1d ago16:43

16:43

Angela Scanlon sits in on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show. McFly’s Tom Fletcher brings news of his brand new stage production, There’s A Monster in your Show. Join Chris, Vassos and the team every morning from 6.30am for laughs with the listeners, the greatest guests, and a pinch of the papers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa…

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You CAN Control Stress - Here's How | Dr. Ellen Langer 13:05

1d ago13:05

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Events don't cause stress, what causes stress are the views you have of those events. We have the power in our minds to control how we respond to events, and ultimately how we respond to everything. Harvard Psychologist Dr. Ellen Langer shares how when we connect the mind and body, we can learn how to reduce stress and see profound health benefits.…

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220: Nutritious movement for your child – and you! 1:04:35

7d ago1:04:35

1:04:35

A few months ago my daughter had a routine checkup at the doctor, who asked how much screen time she gets in a day (which is more than typical recommendations but way less time than children spend sitting in school). The doctor told her (but really she told me): “You should get more exercise.” Carys isn’t a team sports kind of person. She doesn’t l…

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The one with Mawaan Rizwan 17:56

4d ago17:56

17:56

Angela Scanlon sits in on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show. Actor, writer and comedian Mawaan Rizwan is starring as The Narrator in the Rocky Horror Show, for two weeks of London dates, at the Dominion Theatre from Friday 6th to Friday 20th September. Join Chris, Vassos and the team every weekday for laughs with the listeners, the greatest guests, an…

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The one with Pixie Lott 17:43

14d ago17:43

17:43

Angela Scanlon sits in on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show. Pop princess Pixie Lott brings news of her upcoming new album Encino, and plays live on our Stool of Rock! Join Chris, Vassos and the team every weekday for laughs with the listeners, the greatest guests, and a pinch of the papers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Astronaut, Entrepreneur and Future-Maker - Anousheh Ansari 46:10

5d ago46:10

46:10

Ever wondered what it’s like to ride in a rocket, and we do mean literally? Today you get to hear first hand about space travel with our guest, the 44th female astronaut in history and the first Iranian and Muslim woman in space. Astronaut and Entrepreneur, Anousheh Ansari is also only the 4th self-funded person to travel to space and the Internati…

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The one with Zoe Blaskey 16:52

8d ago16:52

16:52

Angela Scanlon sits in on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show. Marvellous mum Zoe Blaskey flips through her new book, Motherkind. Join Chris, Vassos and the team every weekday for laughs with the listeners, the greatest guests, and a pinch of the papers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Stanford-trained physician: 5 Nutrients That Supercharge Your Cells (And Why It Matters) 1:20:19

17d ago1:20:19

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I'm thrilled to bring you my conversation with Dr. Casey Means, who is an expert in metabolic health. In this episode, we explore the science behind metabolic function and its impact on our overall health and wellbeing. Introduction to Live Well, Be Well (00:00) Metabolic Health Explained: The Secret to Vibrant Living (00:31) Understanding the Amer…

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The one with Jimmy Doherty 17:04

7d ago17:04

17:04

Angela Scanlon sits in on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show! TV presenter and farmer Jimmy Doherty gives us the lowdown on Jimmy and Shivi’s Farmhouse Breakfast, which continues on Sunday at 8.25am on ITV. Join Chris, Vassos and the team every weekday for laughs with the listeners, the greatest guests, and a pinch of the papers. Hosted on Acast. See a…

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268 - Skin, hair and nail changes in menopause: a dermatologist’s guide 29:44

7d ago29:44

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This week, Dr Louise is joined by Dr Claudia DeGiovanni, a consultant dermatologist with a keen interest in the menopause. Dr Claudia has published a four-part review on the effect of menopause on skin and hair and has carried out research into the effect of menopausal skin issues on quality of life. Here she talks about the prevalence of skin issu…

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The one with Paul Feig 18:44

8d ago18:44

18:44

Angela Scanlon sits in on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show! Legendary filmmaker Paul Feig brings news of his latest movie, Jackpot! Join Chris, Vassos and the team every weekday for laughs with the listeners, the greatest guests, and a pinch of the papers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Why Willpower Is A LIE | Dr. Chris van Tulleken 11:04

8d ago11:04

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Willpower has long been associated with self-control, but why has it not been associated with the ingredients in our foods? Dr. Chris van Tulleken is one of the BBC’s leading science presenters and author of the groundbreaking book, Ultra-Processed People. He discusses how ultra-processed foods and willpower are so closely linked, and why a seeming…

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219: The skills your child will need in the age of AI 57:31

14d ago57:31

57:31

What your child is learning in school isn’t enough The things your child is learning in school are not the things that are most likely to lead to their success in the future. Who could have predicted the shifts we’ve seen since Chat GPT-3 was released to the public in November 2022? While AI still has its bugs, it won’t be long before these bugs ar…

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