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The Well Woman Podcast was made by females, for females. Bringing out honest, truthful and the sometimes confusing side of women’s health. Join Jema Lee, a expert women’s cycle health educator as she breaks through the taboo topics of periods, poo, sex and sensuality. Together where we’re normalising periods, cracking open real body talk and fem rising the future. This podcast is designed to remind you that your body is amazing, you can achieve balance and body confidence all begins with you ...
Girls On Film is a film review podcast from a female perspective, hosted by film critic and broadcaster Anna Smith
“Woke, Feminist, Geezer” (The List) Rich Wilson talks to funny & interesting people about their experiences with men’s mental health. Produced by producerpaul.co.uk and subscribe to the spin-off pod Insane In The Fem Brain https://www.podfollow.com/fembrain now!
Hello my gays, lesbians, trans, and anyone else underneath the beautiful sun! This podcast is all about talking about topics pertaining to the LGBTQ+ community. How life has shaped up and brought us to the very wonderful humans we are today. So sit back, take a listen, and enjoy all the queerness you’re about to hear.
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Ep 66: Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom with star Taylour Paige & casting director Avy Kaufman
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We travel back to 1920s Chicago in this episode that celebrates the Netflix Original film, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom. Starring Viola Davis as Ma, this musical drama tunes into one particular recording session of the famed blues singer. Anna chats to star Taylour Paige, casting director Avy Kaufman and critic Akua Gyamfi.Anna first chats to critic Ak…
Rob Beckett, James Acaster, Mark Steel, David Baddiel, Romesh Ranganathan, Eshaan Akbar, Dane Baptiste, Eleanor Tiernan, Jess Fostekew and Michael Smiley appear in our 100th episode! If you haven't already, please subscribe to our spin-off podcast Insane In The FEM Brain at https://www.podfollow.com/fembrain and you can find more media related info…
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109 - Ayurveda and the Yogic Approach to the Menstrual Cycle with Honey Bachan
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Ayurveda, ancient traditions and the yogi way are 3 topics that fill my heart and all of my coaching sessions with clients. Join me in this episode with Feminine Ayurvedic yogini and mentor Honey Buchan (https://www.instagram.com/seed_of_self/) to explore the Ayurvedic perspective on periods, ovulation and the entire menstrual cycle?In this Episode…
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Ep 65: Vanessa Kirby talks Pieces of a Woman + critic Jessica Kiang
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In this episode, we take a deep dive into the Netflix Original film Pieces of a Woman. This drama stars Vanessa Kirby as Martha, a woman who tragically loses her child after a home birth. Vanessa talks to Anna about how she prepared for the role. She details the research she undertook to learn about pregnancy, giving birth, and the processes of gri…
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Ep 64: Rosamund Pike and Stacy Martin - Complex Female Characters Double Bill
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Anna Smith has two open, feminist discussions with two great actresses. First up, Rosamund Pike talks about her latest movie, the fast-paced thriller I Care A Lot. She has received a Golden Globe nomination for her performance as Marla Grayson, a ruthless businesswoman who exploits the care home system. Rosamund sings the praises of Dianne Wiest an…
Rich Wilson talks to Martin Robinson, Founder and Editor of The Book of Man. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our spin-off podcast Insane In The FEM Brain at https://smarturl.it/fembrain and you can find more media related info on all of our podcasts titles at Producer Paul's website producerpaul.co.uk. For our Patreon supporters page pl…
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108 - Living with Hashimotos with Dr. Donna Mazzola
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Hashimoto's, have you heard of it before? Hashimoto's is a health challenge we could all better understand and learn from, particularly for overall thyroid health. To delve deeper into this topic and better understanding hashimoto's I reached out to Dr. Donna (https://www.instagram.com/drautoimmunegirl/) whom herself lives with hashimoto's.In this …
Rich Wilson talks to comedian Gavin Webster, whose sitcom "I've Got A Job For You Gav" is available on Amazon Prime. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our spin-off podcast Insane In The FEM Brain at https://www.podfollow.com/fembrain and you can find more media related info on all of our podcasts titles at Producer Paul's website producer…
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107 - Ancient Women's Wisdom with Holliea Fairleigh
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As women it's our birthright to know the innate nature of our bodies, mind and emotion as taught through ancient women's wisdom. But how can we do that without looking like modern day witches?In this episode I'm joined by Holliea Fairleigh (https://www.instagram.com/shakti_healing/) to guide you on how you can become your own best healers with sacr…
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Ep 63: Is Wonder Woman 1984 a Feminist Movie? Helen O’Hara, Holly Tarquini & Anna Smith discuss
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Joining Anna for a lively Wonder Woman 1984 debate are Empire critic Helen O’Hara and F-Rating’s Holly Tarquini.They first discuss Helen’s new book Women vs. Hollywood: The Fall and Rise of Women in Hollywood, which is available from February 18th 2021. Helen shares some surprising facts on women’s roles in silent cinema and celebrates the increasi…
Rich Wilson talks to comedian Matt Hoss + George Hoare from Time To Change tells us about Time To Talk. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our spin-off podcast Insane In The FEM Brain at https://www.podfollow.com/fembrain and you can find more media related info on all of our podcasts titles at Producer Paul's website producerpaul.co.uk. F…
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106 - Tracking your Menstrual Cycle using Astrology with Nura Rachelle
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Ever considered how the moon and plants connect with our menstrual Cycle? What exactly does it mean to have a bleed on a quarter moon? Can the planets, retrogrades and eclipses really effect our cycle?In this episode I'm joined by Nura Rachelle (https://instagram.com/moon.mystic) a beautifully embodied astrologer to walk us through exactly how we c…
Rich Wilson talks to musician Sean Smith. Find Sean on Twitter.com/seansmithsucks | Instagram.com/fakeseansmith | his podcast is Podlink.to/SappeninPod | If you haven't already, please subscribe to our spin-off podcast Insane In The FEM Brain at https://www.podfollow.com/fembrain and you can find more media related info on all of our podcasts title…
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105 - PCOS and Rewriting the Ageing Process with Dr Anna Arabyan
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How do you feel about ageing? Getting grey hair, wrinkles, sagging skin... Not sure about you but I already have a head full of grey's. In this episode I'm joined by gerontologist Dr Anna (https://www.instagram.com/nutrafemmerx/) who has spent years studying and exploring just this. Join us as we chat all things PCOS and embracing our natural agein…
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Ep 62: Anti-fascist activism with Germany’s Oscar-entry, And Tomorrow the Entire World
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With awards season approaching, we delve into Germany’s Oscar-entry And Tomorrow the Entire World. This urgent political drama follows new Antifa member Luisa (Mala Emde) as she finds her feet in Germany’s anti-fascist organisation.Anna’s first guest is the writer-director Julia von Heinz. Having based the film on personal experience, Julia talks a…
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Ep 61: Custody battles and karaoke: Sweden’s Oscar-entry Charter + reviews with Hanna Flint
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Join us as we explore Sweden’s Oscar-contender Charter. This moving drama follows Alice as she abducts her two children for a trip to the Canary Islands whilst awaiting the outcome of a custody verdict.Anna talks to writer-director Amanda Kernell and leading actor Ane Dahl Torp about the film’s themes of divorce, motherhood, and kidnapping. Amanda …
Rich Wilson talks to comedian Kane Brown. Find him on Instagram @kane_brown_comedy Facebook as Kane Brown. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our spin-off podcast Insane In The FEM Brain at https://smarturl.it/fembrain and you can find more media related info on all of our podcasts titles at Producer Paul's website producerpaul.co.uk. For …
Rich Wilson talks to musician Tom Bright. Find Tom @tombrightmusic, on www.tombright.co.uk and running www.islingtonradio.co.uk | If you haven't already, please subscribe to the original podcast Insane In The Men Brain at https://smarturl.it/menbrain and you can find more media related info on all of our podcasts titles at Producer Paul's website p…
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103 - Ovulation, Everything You Need to Know! with Kaely McDevitt
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Ovulation, it's the most important phase of our menstrual cycle yet often thought only important for those focusing on fertility and pregnancy planning. In this episode I'm joined my Kaely McDevitt (https://www.instagram.com/composednutrition) to explore the importance of ovulation and how we can establish a healthy ovulation, regardless of our con…
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Ep 60: Actor Tuppence Middleton + Saint Maud director Rose Glass talk female mental health on screen
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In the latest isolation pod, Anna chats to two creatives who are championing complex female characters in film, including intimate insights into women’s mental health.Anna first chats to Tuppence Middleton, the star of mystery-thriller Disappearance at Clifton Hill. Inspired by the personal experiences of writer-director Albert Shin, the film follo…
Rich Wilson talks to Richard Herring, comedian, writer and host of the RHLSTP podcast. Find him on Twitter @Herring1967 and at www.RichardHerring.com | If you haven't already, please subscribe to our spin-off podcast Insane In The FEM Brain at https://smarturl.it/fembrain and you can find more media related info on all of our podcasts titles at Pro…
While a global pandemic effected many people in 2020 I was going through my own pandemic. From; breakdown, manipulation, to hives, a Kidney infection, heartbreak, anxiety, fear, pregnancy, and termination. During the last quarter of 2020 I discovered I was pregnant after a traumatic relationship breakdown which ended in a pregnancy termination. In …
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A Funny Taste In Music Xmas Pod Swap
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A chance to hear Rich interviewed about music on Andrew Bird's brand new podcast, A Funny Taste In Music. If you like the sound of this podcast you'll find it here https://smarturl.it/birdie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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101 - 2021, The Year of Cyclical Connection (Goodbye 2020) with Cassandra Wilder
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2021 we're coming for you. In this episode I connect with fellow menstrual lover Cassandra Wilder (https://www.instagram.com/menstruationqueen/) to discuss all things periods, pandemics, growth, shadows and the year of transformation. Join us as we share why we believe 2021 is the year of cyclical connection.In this episode:* Trusting in the flow* …
This episode is a deep dive into the film Bombshell, a dramatic representation of the Fox News sexual harassment scandal that unfolded in the media in 2016. Anna welcomes film critics Udita Jhunjhunwala and Pamela Hutchinson to revisit the movie and the true story it tells. They celebrate the lead performances from Charlize Theron, Nicole Kidman an…
Rich Wilson talks to comedy character and Xmas no.1 contender K*nt from K*nt & the Gang. Photo: Nobby Clark | www.katg.co.uk | www.facebook.com/kuntandthegang | www.twitter.com/kuntandthegang | www.instagram.com/kuntandthegang | If you haven't already, please subscribe to our spin-off podcast Insane In The FEM Brain at https://smarturl.it/fembrain …
This is a special edition episode of the Well Woman Podcast - the 100th Episode.This episode is dedicated to the listeners - you. To say thank you for your on going support. I opened it up to you to share your favourite learning, ah-ha moment, guest, funny moment and more. Join me and our listeners from all corners of the world as we share our favo…
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104 - How Stress Affects Your Period & Ovulation with Krista King
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In this episode I'm joined by Krista King (https://www.instagram.com/composednutrition) an iterative and functional nutritional practitioner to share with us just how stress effects our health and our cycles. From stress eating, hormonal responses to stress, and how this impacts our ovulation and menstruation.In this episode:* The root causes of st…
Listener Travis introduces a hilarious clip from John Robertson If you haven't already, please subscribe to our spin-off podcast Insane In The FEM Brain at https://smarturl.it/fembrain and you can find more media related info on all of our podcasts titles at Producer Paul's website producerpaul.co.uk. For our Patreon supporters page please go to ht…
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Ep 58: Review of 2020 with Birds' Eye View - how was the year for female filmmakers?
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We team up with Birds’ Eye View to bring you a female-focused film review of 2020. Despite the knockback the film industry as a whole has faced this year, a record number of films by women were released in cinemas and on digital. Host Anna Smith welcomes Mia Bays, Delphine Lievens and Allison Gardner onto this very special episode to discuss the hi…
Rich Wilson talks to neuroscientist, author, blogger, occasional comedian and all-round ‘science guy’ Dr Dean Burnett. Here all Dr Dean's stuff: website www.deanburnett.com | Twitter: @garwboy | Facebook: www.facebook.com/DeanBurnettAuthor | Blog: https://cosmicshambles.com/words/blogs/deanburnett | his next book, Psycho-Logical, can be found on Am…
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Ep 57: Musicals and Festivities – Pitch Perfect and more
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In this lively episode, Anna is first joined by freelance journalist and her regular karaoke companion, Kat Brown. A massive fan of Pitch Perfect, Kat enthusiastically delves into the comedic and authentic female friendships presented on screen. Looking at how the film has aged, they explore both where Pitch Perfect hits the right notes and where i…
Podcast take over. Join guest host Amber Hawken as she turns the microphone around and interviews Jema for a special episode edition. Discover more about Jema behind the scenes and how she became a whole embodied menstrual cycle educator and coach who radiates joy, humour and passionIn this episode:* Jema’s Menstrual Cycle Journey* Why is cyclical …
Rich Wilson talks to actor Tom Aldridge, who currently plays Ron Weasley in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in London's West End. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our spin-off podcast Insane In The FEM Brain at https://smarturl.it/fembrain and you can find more media related info on all of our podcasts titles at Producer Paul's website…
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98 - How to stop Hormonal Cycle Acne with Katie Stewart
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Ain’t no one like getting Acne. From blackheads to cystic acne, none of it is fun and it can seriously hinder our confidence too. But why do some people get acne and others don’t? In this episode I’m joined by holistic nutritionist and skin expert Katie Stewart (https://www.instagram.com/katiestewartwellness/) to share with us the secrets of what w…
Listener Mia introduces a hilarious clip from Rich Wilson's chat with Rob Rouse. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our spin-off podcast Insane In The FEM Brain at https://smarturl.it/fembrain and you can find more media related info on all of our podcasts titles at Producer Paul's website producerpaul.co.uk. For our Patreon supporters pag…
Rich Wilson talks to comedian and comedy MC Jamie Green. Jamie has years of experience on the open mic comedy circuit traveling up and down the country bringing his own brand of “sit down comedy” regularly making audiences roar with laughter. Alongside running his own night called Wise Crack Comedy in Cambridge. Jamie is a regular visitor to the Ed…
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97 - Birth Control Gateway, The Copper IUD with Stefanie Adler
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How much do you know about your birth control options? A common form of contraception is the IUD however with 2 forms of the IUD available it can make for a very confusing miss understanding. In this episode I'm joined by fellow menstrual cycle and women's health lover Stefanie Adler from https://www.brightbeanhealth.com andhttps://www.instagram.co…
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Ep 56: Strippers on screen – Hustlers and more
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This episode enters the world of stripping, with a focus on the film Hustlers. Anna’s first guest is Grace Barber-Plentie, a freelance film programmer and writer who recently curated a Barbican film event on Reframing the Fat Body. Grace draws our attention to a particular film in her programme that normalises fat pole dancers: Dangerous Curves. Th…
Rich Wilson talks to comedian Rich Hall. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our spin-off podcast Insane In The FEM Brain at https://smarturl.it/fembrain and you can find more media related info on all of our podcasts titles at Producer Paul's website producerpaul.co.uk. For our Patreon supporters page please go to https://www.patreon.com/m…
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96 - Preparing for a Healthy Pregnancy with Doula April Davis
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If you've never explored the pregnancy path before beginning out with; 'how to prepare for a healthy pregnancy' can be overwhelming. Join me and Doula April from https://www.instagram.com/thevaginablog/ as she gives us the run down on exactly what you can do pre conception to prepare for a healthy one.In this episode:* What is a Doula* Healthy sign…
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Ep 55: Behind the scenes of Luxor with director Zeina Durra and cinematographer Zelmira Gainza
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Luxor stars Andrea Riseborough as a British aid worker navigating the Egyptian city as she meets her ex-boyfriend and struggles from recent traumas. Writer-director Zeina Durra (The Imperialists Are Still Alive!) and our first ever cinematographer guest Zelmira Gainza chat to Anna about their film. The friends talk Anna through their careers so far…
Listener Ellie Freeman introduces a hilarious clip where Mark Steel talks about his school days. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our spin-off podcast Insane In The FEM Brain at https://smarturl.it/fembrain and you can find more media related info on all of our podcasts titles at Producer Paul's website producerpaul.co.uk. For our Patreo…
Rich Wilson talks to Punk Poet & Working Class Man Talker 1990's Chris. 1990s Chris is a queer working class writer from Hereford. Specialising in poetry for film and audio, Chris has written for Channel 4's Random Acts and BBC sounds. His work hopes to start conversations around queer identity, masculinity and class. Find Chris at... Instagram - h…
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95 - Amplify Your Relationship with Food with Mel Wells
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Did you know that it's possible to enjoy food without food guilt or shame towards what you just ate, or how much you just ate? In this episode I'm joined my Mel Wells (https://www.instagram.com/iammelwells/) who's dedicated herself to help women heal their relationships with food.In this episode:* Binge eating, bulimia, anorexia* Food obsession and…
Jump on over to Insane In The Fem Brain to hear Rich Wilson talking to the awesome Suzi Ruffell. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Seed cycling has been around for well over a few decades but can seed cycling actually help with your cycle signs? In this solo episode I delve into the in's and out's of seed cycling.In this episode:* What is seed cycling?* How to seed cycle?* Benefits of seed cycling* History of seed cycling* Seed cycling and hormone balance* What you need to see…
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Ep 54: Phantoms and Feminism with Truth Seekers stars Susan Wokoma and Emma D'Arcy
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This episode dives into Truth Seekers, the new paranormal Prime Video series and latest collaborative effort of Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. Anna Smith talks to its two female stars: Susan Wokoma (Helen) and Emma D’Arcy (Astrid). First, Susan (Chewing Gum, Year of the Rabbit) tells Anna how she prepared for the role of Helen and enthusiastically reca…
Rich Wilson talks to comedian Russell Hicks. Find out more about Russell here: Website: https://russellhicks.co.uk Twiter: https://twitter.com/russellhickss?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/russellhickss/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russellhickss/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxNUvMCR0fpOe7AnGwNrlMw If you have…
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93 - Liver Health for Healthy Hormone Balance with Fran Dargaville
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Liver health, how important is it for a healthy menstrual cycle? Tune in as Fran Dargaville (www.instagram.com/frandargaville_nutritionist) and I discuss healthy hormones, liver health and how to do it all in a go-go world.In this episode:* The liver and gut relationship* How the liver functions* The importance of bile* Excess oestrogen, what you n…
