Coming up: one of the most emotional stories I've had on Zestology. Gemma Oaten is a well-known actress here in the UK, rising to fame on Emmerdale . (Try explaining the appeal of Emmerdale to an American!) Behind her rise though was an almost unbelievable tale of triumph over adversity. She has had it rough. Gemma was only 10 when she first became ill after negative comments at school affected her self esteem. And from there it was a downhill spiral into an eating disorder. Today on Zestology, ...
Sep 18, 2016•47 min
Next time on Zestology: Gemma Oaten was only 10 when she first became ill after negative comments at school affected her self esteem. And from there it was a downhill spiral. She's faced unbelievable adversity on her journey to becoming a successful actress. And a wonderful person who's great to hang out with.
Sep 16, 2016•1 min
The Sleep Doctor - with Dr. Michael Breus #80 How do you sleep? I thought I knew most of the important stuff about sleep, morning routines, and caffeine, but I just interviewed Dr. Oz's sleep doctor specialist, Dr Michael Breus , and he told me some stuff that blew my mind. I'm actually writing this with a cup of coffee by my side, and I've changed my morning routine (and coffee routine) because of the information I learnt from Dr. Breus. He's seriously well qualified. In addition to his private...
Sep 11, 2016•37 min
Next time on Zestology: Dr Breus is a legendary sleep doc and is seriously well qualified. In addition to his private practice where he treats athletes, celebrities, and the like, he also "trains other sleep doctors." That'll do for me. That's next time on Zestology.
Sep 09, 2016•1 min
Sascha Kindred has taken part in every Paralympics since Atlanta (yes in the mid 90s). He's got gold medals galore, and all that despite a doctor originally telling him and his family that he would never walk in his life. Coming up: How Sascha overcame adversity to get where he is. The special light-based alarm clock Sascha uses to help him wake up in the morning. Preparation is key, without that he feels lost. His silver medals mean more to him than gold. (Why??) The Queen made a very embarrass...
Sep 04, 2016•35 min
Next time on Zestology: How do the world's best athletes motivate themselves, espcially when they've been through massive adversity? The Paralympics start soon in Rio. So who better to speak to than one of the most decorated Paralympians of all time. And he has an incredible story
Sep 02, 2016•52 sec
Bust stress like a boss - with celebrity trainer and entrepreneur Angela Martindale #78 The way to bust stress and change unhealthy habits all comes down to consistency. Angela Martindale is a celebrity trainer and entrepreneur and helps her clients bust stress like a boss. According to her, it takes 21 days to create a healthy habit. So whatever you want to achieve, if you're willing to give it 21 days, you could change things permanently. If you can be consistent for 21 days of your life, you ...
Aug 28, 2016•41 min
Next time on Zestology: It takes 21 days to create a healthy habit. So whatever you want to achieve, if you're willing to give it 21 days, you could change things permanently. If you can be consistent for 21 days of your life, you can change your mindset, achieve more of your goals, and bust stress like a boss. Angela Martindale has more - next time on Zestology
Aug 26, 2016•1 min
Straight off the bat, today's podcast guests have an awesome name. The Personality Hackers. I love the idea of hacking into anything, so if they can help me hack and improve our behaviours, capabilities and more, that could work. The Personality Hackers are Joel Mark Witt & Antonia Dodge. Coming up today. What's more important - natural talent or hard work? How to deal with negative feedback (this is good) How to find your flow state How to show up happier, more resourceful and more energy H...
Aug 21, 2016•33 min
Next time on Zestology: What's more important - natural talent or hard work? How to deal with negative feedback (this is good) How to find your flow state And loads more, with the Personality Hackers.
Aug 19, 2016•1 min
Sometimes on my podcast Zestology I get very specific - into the nitty gritty of supplements, lifestyle practices and the science of feeling good. And then sometimes, I like to meet and pick the brains of interesting, successful and prominent people with a damn good story to tell. Roll on this week - yep this pic is me hanging out with 80s pop sensation Sinitta. Sinitta has 14 international hit singles. I was basically singing along to her music in the 80s. She is a mentor on The X Factor and sh...
Aug 14, 2016•46 min
Next time on Zestology: Sinitta has 14 international hit singles. Yep, I was singing along to her music in the 80s. She is a mentor on The X Factor and she now makes her own fitness videos. But one of the best moments in our chat - I thought - was when she told the long and painful story of how she realised she "wasn't famous any more", and how she dealt with some serious ups and downs.
Aug 12, 2016•1 min
Why is it important to take risks, and how can we take more risks and get outside our comfort zone? Science journalist and writer Kayt Sukel has no problem tackling interesting (and often taboo) subjects spanning love, sex, neuroscience, travel and politics. In fact, she's so dedicated to the cause that in the writing of her last book, she had an orgasm in an MRI scanner for a Guardian article. (I won't put the link, I'm sure you can google that one yourself). Her work has appeared in the Atlant...
Aug 07, 2016•42 min
Why it's important to take risks, and how we can take more risks and get outside our comfort zone more? With awesome writer for Atlantic Monthly, the New Scientist, USA Today, the Washington Post, Kayt Sukel.
Aug 05, 2016•1 min
The Law of Attraction just sounds a little too good to be true. Think about something enough and it will happen. It just sounds so... convenient. Law of Attraction coach Jeannette Maw decided it would be awesome to appear on Oprah to talk about what she does. So, she used the Law of Attraction and the next thing she knew, she was appearing on national TV. Wow. How did she do it, and how can we do it too? The Law of Attraction. Does it work? Jeannette is a Master Certified Coach and founder of Go...
Jul 31, 2016•35 min
Next time on Zestology: The Law of Attraction. Does it work? Jeannette is a Master Certified Coach and founder of Good Vibe University . She describes herself as a full time manifesting geek on a mission to inspire conscious creators.
Jul 29, 2016•54 sec
Become a millionaire poker player* (*maybe) with mind coach Dr. Stephen Simpson #73 Are you ready to make your own luck? Dr. Stephen Simpson is one of my regular Zestology guests. He works with top professional poker players such as Chris Moorman and Liv Boeree on helping them achieve their potential in every area of your life. Today's podcast is Dr. Steve and me sitting in Steve's garden in Portugal, and Steve tells me a few good stories about millionaire poker players, and how we can learn fro...
Jul 24, 2016•48 min
Next time on Zestology: Become a millionaire poker player* (*maybe) with mind coach Dr. Stephen Simpson. This is a fun one.. recorded on the scene in Portugal.
Jul 22, 2016•55 sec
Have you heard of dutch daredevil "The Iceman", Wim Hof, yet? If not, you have a treat in store in this week's podcast. I first saw him speak in California last year. This guy is incredible. He holds 20 world records, including a world record for longest ice bath. Wim has shown what the human body is capable of once you find the flow within your physical and mental state. He describes his ability to withstand extreme cold temperatures as being able to "turn his own thermostat up" by using his mi...
Jul 17, 2016•51 min
Next time on Zestology: What an awesome dude. Multiple world record holder Wim has shown what the human body is capable of once you find the flow within your physical and mental state.
Jul 15, 2016•1 min
Put the painkillers down, and listen to Zestology. Dr Michelle Robin is one of the world's top chiropractors and a relevant guest for me. In this podcast, we start off with some general chat - but if you want to get straight to the good stuff on backs, sleep position and so forth, feel free to skip straight to that bit. Back pain is something I have a specific interest in. That's because every once in a while, mine hurts. Once Dr. Michelle gets going, the unbelievable in-depth knowledge she has ...
Jul 10, 2016•38 min
Next time on Zestology: How can we live pain free? How can we sort out a painful back? What's the perfect sleep position? What position is a big no-no for your back? And what one change in mindset could help us live with loads more energy (I like this one) That's next time, with Dr. Michelle Robin, on Zestology
Jul 08, 2016•1 min
Uh, are the two most important words in the world? Laura Coe is an entrepreneur, podcast host, philosophy lover and certified life coach. She's a brilliant podcast guest, because she told me in simple terms how two little words could change our lives. She had a high-powered corporate career, and when I say high-powered, she was right at the top. But then something dramatic happened, and everything changed. Our topic this week - expressing what you really want in life, and then getting it. (There...
Jul 03, 2016•38 min
Next time on Zestology: I'm with Laura Coe, entrepreneur, podcast host, philosophy lover and certified life coach, and we focus in on the two most important words in the world. What are they? You'll have to wait until the weekend, but trust me, this is a good 'un, and Laura is an outstanding guest.
Jul 01, 2016•1 min
Coming up: Unusual solutions for getting better sleep. (Warning - one of these involves sellotaping something to your forehead) Why electric blankets are way bad for you. Supplements for more focus Why a cold bath might be the best thing you could do for yourself If you could cram as many crazy biohacking techniques for feeling optimal into one day as possible, what would you do? It's time for another fun podcast episode with my buddy, The LifeStylist Luke Storey . If you are interested in bioha...
Jun 26, 2016•43 min
If you could cram as many crazy biohacking techniques for feeling optimal into one day as possible, what would you do? It's time for another fun podcast episode with my buddy, The LifeStylist Luke Storey .
Jun 24, 2016•1 min
Award-winning BBC broadcaster and journalist Tim Samuels is on Zestology this week. He's just written a new book called Who Stole My Spear ? Getting back to nature and reconnecting is so important. It's a recurring theme on Zestology, and Tim Samuels is the perfect person to help transport us back a few thousand years! Coming up: How can you hunt and gather in an open-plan office? Why is singing so good for us on a primal level? How can you get more caveman on a day to day basis? And where does ...
Jun 19, 2016•37 min
Next time on Zestology: Top BBC presenter and author Tim Samuels on primal living. Including; How can you hunt and gather in an open-plan office? Why is singing so good for us on a primal level? How can you get more caveman on a day to day basis? And where does your DNA tell you that you originate from?
Jun 17, 2016•1 min
Are these the supplements you need? With top doc Dr David Minkoff #67 This podcast includes the three most important supplements you can take for health and longevity according to Dr. Minkoff. He is one the USA's foremost docs and he has some strong views. He started out as a conventional MD, and then his life took an unconventional turn. (He reveals all on the podcast). Now he's one of America's top integrative doctors and this podcast is PACKED with great info on living more healthily. Dr Mink...
Jun 12, 2016•52 min
I interviewed author John C. Havens on hacking happiness. He is a TEDx speaker, Mashable and Guardian writer, and he has a simple message. If you want your life to count, you have to take a count of your life. Listen on for simple actionable steps on how to achieve this.
Jun 05, 2016•37 min
