Neuroscientist Dr Sabina Brennan joins Dr Alex George in a packed episode on what makes a healthy brain, and why it’s never too late to start making better choices. In part 1, Sabina explains the biggest influences on the developing brain and how it affects adulthood; how the front lobe works and the huge changes it goes through ages 18-25; and how to make the most of a teenage brain. Follow @sabinabrennan and check out all her books here . Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast To improv...
Oct 07, 2024•32 min
In part 3, Catherine Gray and Dr Alex George share all the best bits of not drinking – and some may surprise you. Catherine shares the financial and personal development benefits of sobriety, how it affected her relationships and how it changes the way you deal with tougher times. Follow @unexpectedjoyof and get her book, ‘The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober’ Get Catherine’s debut novel ‘Versions of a Girl’ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast To improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s...
Oct 02, 2024•23 min
In part 2, Catherine Gray explains why trying sobriety for 30 days isn’t enough, and why 90 days is the real test. Catherine and Dr Alex discuss why you shouldn’t avoid socialising during Sober October or Dry January, how to prepare for the different ways people may react to you not drinking and Catherine shares her top tips for socialising sober including the big one: weddings. Follow @unexpectedjoyof and get her book, ‘The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober’ Get Catherine’s debut novel ‘Versions of...
Oct 01, 2024•35 min
We’re kicking off World Mental Health Month with the author of ‘The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober’, Catherine Gray. 11 years ago, Catherine had a ‘raging alcohol addiction’, but since her recovery, she’s become an integral voice to help people go sober every day. In this episode, she joins Dr Alex George to share her key lessons and the tips she’d offer to the sober curious. In part 1, Catherine shares the anxiety she had around being alcohol-free, the reasons why she couldn’t just cut down her ...
Sep 30, 2024•28 min
Jordan Stephens starts off part 3 with the hidden story behind an iconic photo , showing that we never know what’s going on in someone's life behind social media. Jordan and Dr Alex go on to discuss healing after heartbreak, the feeling and fear of never being happy again and how to find opportunities to ‘fix yourself’ afterwards. Plus, Jordan stresses the importance of sharing how you’re feeling with other people. Follow @jordanfstephens and get his book ‘ Avoidance, Drugs, Heartbreak & Dog...
Sep 25, 2024•19 min
In part 2, Jordan Stephens discusses what having a dog has taught him about love, why we have to accept the death of our former selves and what the most effective antidepressant is – and it’s something you’re already doing. Plus, Jordan shares the ‘six tent peg’ theory by Donna Lancaster, which can help you when you’re going through chaos. Follow @jordanfstephens and get his book ‘ Avoidance, Drugs, Heartbreak & Dogs ’ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast To improve your mental fitn...
Sep 24, 2024•27 min
Musician, actor and writer Jordan Stephens joins Dr Alex George for a stomp to discuss his instant Sunday Times Bestselling book ‘Avoidance, Drugs, Heartbreak & Dogs’. In part 1, Jordan explains how his ADHD diagnosis led him to a creative career, he shares his “wild” ideas on how the education system needs to change and why he feels lucky to have had so much therapy. Follow @jordanfstephens and get his book ‘ Avoidance, Drugs, Heartbreak & Dogs ’ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestom...
Sep 23, 2024•24 min
Giulia Gosi works for the British Red Cross in London, and in part 3 of this partnership with the British Red Cross, Dr Alex speaks to Guila about how she is supporting families who have been separated by conflict or persecution. We talk about the emotional journey that families face and learn what it takes to safely reunite them. TW: In this episode we mention FGM. Look after yourself and listen with caution. For more information on what the British Red Cross does and how you can help head to w...
Sep 17, 2024•31 min
In part 2 of this Stompcast partnership with the British Red Cross, Alex talks to David Craigie – an emergency response volunteer in the north of Scotland who has supported people after devastating storms and floods. He shares his journey of how he came to work with the British Red Cross and the challenges he overcame to help people going through some of the toughest times of their lives. For more information on what the British Red Cross does and how you can help head to www.redcross.org.uk/abo...
Sep 17, 2024•31 min
In a world where conflicts lead to divisions of many, there are an incredible group of people who manage to stay neutral in order to support the greater good. Claire is the Director of International Law and Policy at the British Red Cross, leading on their work involving international law and humanitarian principles. Humanity is at the heart of everything the British Red Cross do, and in part 1 of this partner series, she discusses how operating with neutrality allows the British Red Cross to ac...
Sep 16, 2024•30 min
In part 3, Dr Paula Hall breaks down the common problems people have when it comes to porn and what is really happening when the “spark” fizzles out in your relationship. Plus, she answers how often couples should have sex and why we’re talking about sex more but having it less. For support or to check out Dr Paula’s work, go to www.pivotalrecovery.org and thelaurelcentre.co.uk Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast To improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind Manual Downlo...
Sep 11, 2024•23 min
In part 2, Dr Paula Hall and Dr Alex George discuss how the privacy around sex may cause more problems than it resolves. Paula and Alex discuss why we should talk to and educate children about sex and porn, how to stop feeling ashamed for watching pornography and whether porn is bad for your romantic relationship. For support or to check out Dr Paula’s work, go to www.pivotalrecovery.org and thelaurelcentre.co.uk Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast To improve your mental fitness, get D...
Sep 10, 2024•32 min
Dr Paula Hall is the UK’s leading expert on Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder (also known as, sex and porn addiction), and she joins Dr Alex George to uncover this taboo subject. In part 1, Paula explains whether ‘sex addiction’ is an outdated term, if it’s possible to be too sex positive and how to know if you’re addicted to porn. For support or to check out Dr Paula’s work, go to www.pivotalrecovery.org and thelaurelcentre.co.uk Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast To improve your ...
Sep 09, 2024•31 min
In part 3, Maisie Summers-Newton offers her tips and strategies for maintaining her wellbeing in the high-pressure world of competitive sport. Maisie and Dr Alex discuss how you can train your brain just like your body, how she’s preparing in the run up to Paris 2024 and why she needs a life outside of swimming. Follow @maisiesn_ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast To improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind Manual Download Mettle : the mental fitness app for men Hosted...
Sep 04, 2024•19 min
In part 2, Maisie Summers-Newton explains how she juggles being a Paralympian and a teacher. Maisie reveals how she feels when asked about her disability, if she’s ever felt like giving up swimming and how she deals with post-paralympic blues. Follow @maisiesn_ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast To improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind Manual Download Mettle : the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 03, 2024•23 min
Paralympic swimming champion Maisie Summers-Newton MBE joins Dr Alex on a stomp, recorded just 2 weeks before she flew to Paris to defend her title and gold medal. In part 1, Maisie shares how seeing Ellie Simmonds swim at London 2012 inspired her on her Paralympic journey, her experience at Tokyo 2020 and what it felt like when she not only won a gold medal but smashed a world record. Follow @maisiesn_ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast To improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s b...
Sep 02, 2024•25 min
In part 3, Louise Thompson delves into her experience with a stoma – explaining what a stoma is and how it actually feels. Louise shares why being in hospital is the weirdest holiday of your life, how she’s managed to recover her mental health after 2 years of trauma and what she’s most grateful for. Follow @louise.thompson and get her book ‘Lucky: Learning to Live Again’ SUPPORT LINKS: Support for birth trauma: www.makebirthbetter.org/birth-trauma-support-for-parents Support for PTSD: www.ptsdu...
Aug 28, 2024•19 min
In part 2, Louise Thompson shares the aftermath of her birth experience and the long road to recovery. Louise shares why she almost named her book ‘Death’, how her trauma has changed her life for the better and the frustration when she fell ill again after an Ulcerative Colitis flare-up. She shares her most vulnerable times as she entered back into the hospital, making the decision to have surgery and why she found her own body triggering during this time. Follow @louise.thompson and get her boo...
Aug 27, 2024•30 min
TW: This episode contains discussions of birth trauma and PTSD Louise Thompson, former reality TV star, author and influencer, joins Dr Alex George in this raw, honest conversation about the last 2 and half years that changed her life forever. In part 1, Louise shares how the day her son was born ended up being the most traumatic experience of her life, the fear of facing her death and the PTSD that manifested off the back of it. Follow @louise.thompson and get her book ‘Lucky: Learning to Live ...
Aug 26, 2024•39 min
In part 3, Dr Megan Rossi offers her top tips and hacks to have a healthier gut, which will lead to a healthier life. Dr Megan reveals the 6 things you should eat every single day, how to get more fibre in your diet and what meals you can make that are balanced and easy to make. If you’re not sure how to put it all into practice, don’t worry as Dr Megan Rossi shares easy breakfasts, lunches and snacks you can easily put together and how to make your takeaway healthier. Follow @theguthealthdoctor...
Aug 21, 2024•32 min
In part 2, gut health doctor Dr Megan Rossi shares the signs that your gut might be telling you it’s not doing so great. Dr Megan explains the top things that are unhelpful for the gut, alcohol’s impact on the gut and how you can prepare for hangover days, and whether cow's milk is bad for you. Follow @theguthealthdoctor and check www.theguthealthdoctor.com for more Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast To improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind Manual Download Mettle : ...
Aug 20, 2024•30 min
Dr Megan Rossi, aka The Gut Health Doctor, joins Dr Alex George with an episode that is packed full of tips and tricks on how to have a healthier gut. In part 1, Dr Megan explains why your gut health is so important, how the gut impacts your brain, skin and hormones and the positive side of “you are what you eat”. Follow @theguthealthdoctor and check www.theguthealthdoctor.com for more Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast To improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind Manua...
Aug 19, 2024•28 min
In part 3, Dr Benji Waterhouse and Dr Alex George explains the benefits of being a little more selfish. Dr Benji explains what you can do if you see someone in public having delusional thoughts, why doctors feel like they can’t talk about their own mental health and what he thinks the future of the NHS is. Follow @doctor_benjis and get his book ‘You Don’t Have to be Mad to Work Here’ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast To improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind Manual ...
Aug 14, 2024•25 min
In part 2, Dr Benji Waterhouse breaks down what psychotic illnesses are, specifically schizophrenia. Benji explains what schizophrenia actually is, he shares the story of a patient who believed he was a Werewolf and how the stigma can sometimes feel worse than the illness itself. Plus, Benji reveals how it feels when he has to section someone, whether psychedelics could be a cure for depression and why they still use “electric shock therapy” in 2024! Follow @doctor_benjis and get his book ‘You D...
Aug 13, 2024•21 min
The Adam Kay of mental healthcare, Dr Benji Waterhouse is a front-line NHS doctor specialising in psychiatry, as well as an award-winning stand-up comedian. In this episode, he opens the doors to the psychiatric ward and shares if you need to be “mad” to work there. In part 1, Benji explains how humour makes difficult topics easier to talk about, why his own unhappy home life inspired his career in psychiatry and he discusses whether medication can fix mental illness. Follow @doctor_benjis and g...
Aug 12, 2024•22 min
Do you need a 12-step routine to have perfect skin? In part 3, Dr Soma explains the skincare products you need to build a routine. Dr Soma explains how to identify your skin type, the best product for anti-ageing and how pollution is affecting your skin (and how to combat it!). Follow @dr.somaskin Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast To improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind Manual Download Mettle : the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...
Aug 07, 2024•27 min
Suncream can be annoying, so is it really necessary when cloudy and even indoors?! Dr Soma explains when you should be wearing your SPF. In part 2, Dr Soma explains the many ways SPF protects your skin, reveals whether you can burn in the winter or through windows and what to do if you’re feeling anxious about previous burns. Plus, she explains how to identify reliable information on social media, the different types of Skinfluencers you can follow and how to know if someone is actually a dermat...
Aug 06, 2024•27 min
Dermatologist and skincare expert Dr Cristina Psomadakis (aka Dr Soma) joins Dr Alex George on this week's stomp to bust some serious skin care myths to help you get clearer skin. In part 1, Dr Soma explains what slugging is and whether it actually works, which products are worth splashing your cash and where you can save, and whether moisturising is making your spots worse. Follow @dr.somaskin Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast To improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The M...
Aug 05, 2024•34 min
In part 3, Dr Alex George dives into Sophie Grace Holmes’ nutrition to discover how we can eat better every day. Sophie explains the problems you'll face when you don’t fuel yourself properly, why food needs to be fun and the intricacies of losing weight and gaining muscle. Plus, Sophie reflects on her family's feelings around her condition and achievements and how Cystic Fibrosis has affected her love life. Follow @sophiegraceholmes Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast To improve your ...
Jul 31, 2024•27 min
In part 2, Sophie Grace Holmes reveals how she achieved her world record of running 36 marathons in 36 days – and why the final marathon was so anticlimactic. Sophie shares the mantras she used to get her through such an incredible feat, the importance of appreciating your achievements before moving on to the next, and how ultimately training has improved her overall health and condition. Follow @sophiegraceholmes Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast To improve your mental fitness, get ...
Jul 30, 2024•35 min
