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  • Joanna Page: I Went to AA Meetings with My Grandad Aged 11

    Joanna Page: I Went to AA Meetings with My Grandad Aged 11
    2025/10/06

    This week, I’m joined by the brilliant Joanna Page – star of Gavin & Stacey, proud mum, and now the author of Lush – and let’s just say, there’s nothing off-limits. We dive straight into the wild and wonderful, from streaking down Mumbles seafront as a teen to breathing through your anus in drama school (yes, really), and get painfully honest about body image, bullying, and surviving rejection in the business. Joanna shares how it felt to be labelled "too Welsh" at drama school and reflects on the gritty reality of sexual bullying on set – plus, why presenting gives her more control and why perfectionism still sometimes sneaks up on her. If you want a real conversation about living life imperfectly – this is the episode. I left this chat with my heart a little bigger, and I hope you will too.


    BOOKS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

    Joanna’s new autobiography, Lush, is available to buy now.


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    CREDITS:

    Host: Bryony Gordon


    Guest: Joanna Page


    Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig


    Assistant Producer: Ceyda Uzun


    Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm


    Editor: Luke Shelley


    Exec Producer: Mike Wooller

    A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular.

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  • The Life of You – Strength, Nature, and Self: Dr. Charlotte Ord’s Path to Wellbeing

    The Life of You – Strength, Nature, and Self: Dr. Charlotte Ord’s Path to Wellbeing
    2025/10/03
    In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Charlotte Ord to talk about the simple but powerful routines that keep her well, drawing from her experience as both psychologist and patient. We get into why habits like breathwork, movement, and time outdoors matter so much to her recovery and resilience. Charlotte shares honestly about learning to care for herself in new ways, and how those choices now shape her work with others. If you’re looking for practical ideas to feel stronger in mind and body, you’ll find plenty of inspiration here. LINKS TO SUPPORT GROUPS If the content around eating disorders resonated with you today and you would like support, please consider the following charities: BEAT: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/ First Steps ED: https://firststepsed.co.uk/ BOOKS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE Dr. Charlotte Ord’s book, Body Confident You, Body Confident Kid, is available to buy now. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU Got something to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512 – just start your message with LOB. Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB Prefer email? Drop me a line at lifeofbryony@dailymail.co.uk If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need it – it really helps! Bryony xx CREDITS: Host: Bryony Gordon Guest: Dr. Charlotte Ord Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig Assistant Producer: Ceyda Uzun Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm Editor: Luke Shelley Exec Producer: Mike Wooller A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    10 分
  • Protecting Your Mental Health in a World of Weight Loss Injections - with Body Image Expert Dr. Charlotte Ord

    Protecting Your Mental Health in a World of Weight Loss Injections - with Body Image Expert Dr. Charlotte Ord
    2025/09/29
    This week, I’m joined by the brilliant Dr Charlotte Ord – she’s an expert on body image and, honestly, exactly who you want to hear from if all this talk about weight loss and GLP-1 injections is making your head spin. We get into why it feels like progress in body acceptance has stalled, how the latest weight loss trends can really mess with your mental health, and most importantly, what you can actually do about it. Charlotte shares genuinely practical advice – from how to manage your social feeds to setting boundaries and staying rooted in self-compassion. If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or just plain fed up with the pressure to change your body, I promise you’ll come away from this conversation with real, doable ways to feel better and more at home in your own skin. Give it a listen – you’re not alone in this. LINKS TO SUPPORT GROUPS If the content around eating disorders resonated with you today and you would like support, please consider the following charities: BEAT: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/ First Steps ED: https://firststepsed.co.uk/ BOOKS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE Dr. Charlotte Ord’s book, Body Confident You, Body Confident Kid, is available to buy now. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU Got something to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512 – just start your message with LOB. Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB Prefer email? Drop me a line at lifeofbryony@dailymail.co.uk If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need it – it really helps! Bryony xx CREDITS: Host: Bryony Gordon Guest: Dr. Charlotte Ord Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig Assistant Producer: Ceyda Uzun Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm Editor: Luke Shelley Exec Producer: Mike Wooller A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    57 分
  • The Life of You – Poet Nikita Gill on Rage Writing, Recharging Your Battery, and Reconnecting with Nature

    The Life of You – Poet Nikita Gill on Rage Writing, Recharging Your Battery, and Reconnecting with Nature
    2025/09/26
    This week, I’m joined by the poet and author Nikita Gill for a conversation that feels like one of those late-night chats where you see yourself a little more clearly afterwards. I asked Nikita to share the three essential things she can’t live without – her answers were honest, illuminating, and full of surprises. We talk about why nurturing simple rituals matters, how to find hope in the everyday, and the quiet ways we can all anchor ourselves when life feels a bit much. If you’ve ever wondered what really keeps someone creative, grounded, and a little bit magical, this episode will speak to you. BOOKS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE Nikita's book, Hekate, a retelling in verse of the life of a child of war turned all-powerful goddess of witchcraft, necromancy and crossroads, is available to buy now. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU Got something to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512 - just start your message with LOB. Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB Prefer email? Drop me a line at lifeofbryony@dailymail.co.uk If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need it – it really helps! Bryony xx CREDITS: Host: Bryony Gordon Guest: Nikita Gill Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig Assistant Producer: Ceyda Uzun Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm Editor: Luke Shelley Exec Producer: Mike Wooller A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    13 分
  • Unleashing Your Inner Goddess: Poet Nikita Gill on Embracing Rage, Silencing Self-Doubt, and Reclaiming Power

    Unleashing Your Inner Goddess: Poet Nikita Gill on Embracing Rage, Silencing Self-Doubt, and Reclaiming Power
    2025/09/22
    This week, I’m joined by poet and author Nikita Gill, whose powerful writing has helped millions find hope through heartbreak and uncertainty. We explore how language and storytelling can transform pain, how to let go of harmful societal fairytales, and why unlearning shame about our emotions is the first step toward healing. Nikita shares her journey through trauma and self-doubt, from growing up amid conflict to fighting feelings of loneliness and depression. We discuss finding strength in community, redefining our self-image, and embracing the messy, wild parts of ourselves. Nikita’s inspiring ideas on resilience, empathy, and rebuilding out of ruins offer comfort and clarity for anyone feeling lost or overwhelmed. If you need reassurance, a dose of hope, or simply a reminder of your own power, this episode is for you. BOOKS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE Nikita's book, Hekate, a retelling in verse of the life of a child of war turned all-powerful goddess of witchcraft, necromancy and crossroads, is available to buy now. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU Got something to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512 - just start your message with LOB. Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB Prefer email? Drop me a line at lifeofbryony@dailymail.co.uk If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need it - it really helps! Bryony xx Credits: Host: Bryony Gordon Guest: Nikita Gill Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig Assistant Producer: Ceyda Uzun Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm Editor: Luke Shelley Exec Producer: Mike Wooller A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    43 分
  • The Life of You – Ellen Atlanta on Zumba, Community & Comfort

    The Life of You – Ellen Atlanta on Zumba, Community & Comfort
    2025/09/19
    This episode, Ellen Atlanta returns to reveal her three essentials: joyful Zumba classes at her local leisure centre, the comfort of home and relationships, and the simple pleasure of sweets and cheese. Together, we talk about why movement should be about feeling good, not punishment; how community brings genuine connection; and why a balanced approach to self-care matters more than“perfect” wellness routines. From building intergenerational friendships to embracing life at home (and on the sofa), Ellen shares honest insights on redefining wellbeing according to what brings true happiness, not just what looks good online. If you’ve ever questioned gym culture, wanted to find more joy in movement, or yearned for self-acceptance, this episode is for you. BOOKS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE Ellen’s book, Pixel Flesh, explores the impact of digital beauty culture on women’s self-worth and mental health, and is available now in all good bookstores. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU Got something to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB. Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB Prefer email? Drop me a line at lifeofbryony@dailymail.co.uk If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need it – it really helps! Bryony xx Credits: Host: Bryony Gordon Guest: Ellen Atlanta Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig Assistant Producer: Ceyda Uzun Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm Editor: Luke Shelley Exec Producer: Mike Wooller A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    9 分
  • To Botox or Not to Botox – How to Navigate a World of Impossible Standards with Social Historian and Former Beauty Consultant, Ellen Atlanta

    To Botox or Not to Botox – How to Navigate a World of Impossible Standards with Social Historian and Former Beauty Consultant, Ellen Atlanta
    2025/09/15
    This week, I’m joined by author and beauty culture commentator Ellen Atlanta to explore how tweakments, filters and social media are reshaping not just our faces – but the way we see ourselves. From the rise of fillers in the UK to the constant pressures of online “perfection,” Ellen shares powerful insights from her book and from conversations with young women growing up in the middle of it all. Together, we talk about what it means to navigate beauty in the digital age, how social media has shifted our ideas of confidence and self-image, and why these treatments and filters have become such a big part of the conversation. If you’ve ever questioned your reflection, wondered how the online world is shaping your self-esteem, or simply wanted to better understand today’s beauty culture, this episode will give you fresh perspectives on acceptance, confidence, and defining beauty on your own terms. BOOKS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE Ellen’s book, Pixel Flesh, explores the impact of digital beauty culture on women’s self-worth and mental health, and is available now in all good bookstores. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU Got something to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB. Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB Prefer email? Drop me a line at lifeofbryony@dailymail.co.uk If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need it – it really helps! Bryony xx Credits: Host: Bryony Gordon Guest: Ellen Atlanta Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig Assistant Producer: Ceyda Uzun Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm Editor: Luke Shelley Exec Producer: Mike Wooller A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    51 分
  • The Life of You - Miriam Margolyes on Bowel Health, Chocolate, and Why She’ll Never Retire

    The Life of You - Miriam Margolyes on Bowel Health, Chocolate, and Why She’ll Never Retire
    2025/09/12
    In this episode, Miriam Margolyes returns to share her thoughts on some of life’s most important essentials - from the unwavering significance of bowel health (and her father’s daily question growing up), to the necessity of people and the simple joy of chocolate. We also discuss the reality of the pelvic floor, getting older, and the comfort of ensuring the loo is never too far away! Expect laughter, honesty, and a dash of delicious shock. If you thought the main interview covered everything, think again – this episode is full of the golden moments only Miriam can provide. BOOKS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE 📚 Miriam’s latest book, The Little Book of Miriam, is available in all good bookshops from Thursday 11th September 2025. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU 🗣️ Got something to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB. 💬 Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB 📧 Prefer email? Drop me a line at lifeofbryony@dailymail.co.uk If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need it - it really helps! Bryony xx Credits: Host: Bryony Gordon Guest: Miriam Margolyes Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig Assistant Producer: Ceyda Uzun Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm Editor: Luke Shelley Exec Producer: Mike Wooller A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    5 分