Happy Place

Glennon Doyle

<p>The author of Untamed and Body Warrior has a lot to say - and in this interview with Fearne she packs it all into one podcast. From getting angry, to her battles with alcohol and body image... and on to her personal journey of sexuality... oh, and her latest parenting woes. It's all in here.&nbsp;</p><p>Warning: references to body dismorphia</p><p><em>This series of Happy Place is supported by Happiful - to discover their magazine or if you're looking for online counselling support in your area, head to&nbsp;</em><a href="http://happiful.com/happyplace" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>happiful.com/happyplace</em></a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Daisy May Cooper

<p>The star and co-creator of This Country talks to Fearne about writing comedy, getting to meet your heroes and celebrating the life of close friend Michael Sleggs, who passed away in July.</p><p><em>This series of Happy Place is supported by&nbsp;Happiful&nbsp;- to discover their magazine or if you're looking for online counselling support in your area, head to&nbsp;</em><a href="http://happiful.com/happyplace" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>happiful.com/happyplace</em></a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

George Ezra

<p>In the midst of lockdown, George Ezra's new project seems tailor-fitted to our times: calling up an old friend and celebrating that relationship, despite the distance.</p><p>Speaking to Fearne, the singer-songwriter reveals his own anxieties and the ways he manages them.</p><p>You can listen to Phone A Friend on your podcast app now <a href="https://smarturl.it/phoneafriendpod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">with this link.</a></p><p><em>This series of Happy Place is supported by&nbsp;Happiful&nbsp;- to discover their magazine or if you're looking for online counselling support in your area, head to&nbsp;</em><a href="http://happiful.com/happyplace" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>happiful.com/happyplace</em></a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Vex King

<p>From homeless child to Instagram star, Vex King has spent a lot of time thinking about thought. The author of <a href="https://www.hayhouse.co.uk/good-vibes-good-life-audiodownload" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Good Vibes, Good Life</a> is on a mission to challenge our ideas about self-love, and in this chat with Fearne the mind coach discusses those early challenges to the issues that face him today.</p><p><em>This series of Happy Place is supported by Happiful - to discover their magazine or if you're looking for online counselling support in your area, head to </em><a href="http://happiful.com/happyplace" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em> happiful.com/happyplace</em></a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Ricky Gervais

<p>Fearne dials in to discover Ricky Gervais is living the dream: one that involves pasta, red wine and talking about the new series of After Life on Netflix.</p><p>Also on the agenda are Ricky's thoughts about criticism, controversy and Fearne's duvet studio.</p><p>This series of Happy Place is supported by Happiful - to discover their magazine or if you're looking for online counselling support in your area, head to <a href="http://happiful.com/happyplace" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">happiful.com/happyplace</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Kelly Jones

The lead singer of the Stereophonics has often written from experience, and always from the heart - but his most recent work hints at some big upheavals in his life, and the&nbsp;lives around him.&nbsp;Fearne drops into Kelly's studios (pre-lockdown!) to discuss what's been happening, and how he's taking on these changes with positivity and compassion.&nbsp;<em>Thanks to the sponsors of this series of Happy Place, Mindful Chef. For 25% off your first four recipe boxes, plus a free recipe book from its founders Myles &amp; Giles, go to&nbsp;</em><a href="http://mindfulchef.com/HAPPYPLACE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>mindfulchef.com/HAPPYPLACE</em></a><em>&nbsp;or use the code HAPPYPLACE at checkout.</em><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Busy Philipps

<p>Resilience can be hard-earned characteristic - and Busy Philipps has lived through some tough times and has the tough personality to match it.</p><p>In this pre-lockdown chat with Fearne, they discuss how to own your past without letting it define you, and making sense of the uncomfortable situations we end up in.&nbsp;</p><p>Content warning: reference to abortion.</p><p><em>Thanks to the sponsors of this series of Happy Place, Mindful&nbsp;Chef. For 25% off your first four recipe boxes, plus a free recipe book from its founders Myles &amp; Giles, go to&nbsp;</em><a href="http://mindfulchef.com/HAPPYPLACE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>mindfulchef.com/HAPPYPLACE</em></a><em>&nbsp;or use the code HAPPYPLACE at checkout.</em></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Dynamo

<p>Bradford-born magician Dynamo has had quite a journey - from taking on the local bullies with magic to a TV career and millions of fans across the world... and then there's the impact Crohn's disease has had on his health. He talks to Fearne about his positivity and the way he's had to adapt his act to meet his circumstances.</p><p><em>Thanks to the sponsors of this series of Happy Place, Mindful Chef. For 25% off your first four recipe boxes, plus a free recipe book from its founders Myles &amp; Giles, go to&nbsp;</em><a href="http://mindfulchef.com/HAPPYPLACE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>mindfulchef.com/HAPPYPLACE</em></a><em>&nbsp;or use the code HAPPYPLACE at checkout.</em></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Happy Place X GABA Meditation: reconnecting to our happy place

A special meditation episode composed for you by the podcast <a href="https://podfollow.com/1480815448" target= "_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl= "https://www.google.com/url?q=https://podfollow.com/1480815448&source=gmail&ust=1585843520007000&usg=AFQjCNGC8jEChJSy4wsxMEw6B6_WfBRG-Q">GABA</a> (which you'll have heard Fearne mention in our chat with Russell Brand), designed to place you in an ethereal world using sound science to activate the GABA neurotransmitter and promote calm.    A thought provoking, emotion releasing, soothing meditation with ASMR, music and storytelling. A beautiful, intoxicating listen. Shut your eyes, sit still, and enjoy…<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Lisa Taddeo

<p>Over several years, and after interviewing dozens of women, Lisa Taddeo settled on three stories of women and their unique relationships with sex.</p><p>In this interview with Fearne about the resulting book, Three Women, she talks about how their experiences will sound familiar to many others - even though their cases can be quite extreme.</p><p><em>Thanks to our sponsors for series six, Mindful Chef. For 25% off your first four recipe boxes, plus a free recipe book from its founders Myles &amp; Giles, go to </em><a href="http://mindfulchef.com/HAPPYPLACE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em> mindfulchef.com/HAPPYPLACE</em></a><em>&nbsp;or use the code HAPPYPLACE at checkout.</em></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Erling Kagge

<p>Silence can seem quite frightening to many people - but not Erling Kagge. You wouldn't think the explorer, lawyer, art collector, entrepreneur, politician, author and publisher has any time on his hands to sit in silence but, as he tells Fearne, that's the secret of his many successes.</p><p><em>For 25% off your first 4 boxes at Mindful Chef, plus a free recipe book from its founders Myles &amp; Giles, go to </em><a href="http://mindfulchef.com/HAPPYPLACE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em> mindfulchef.com/HAPPYPLACE</em></a><em>&nbsp;or use the code HAPPYPLACE at checkout.</em></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Myles Hopper & Giles Humphries

<p>Starting a business can take its toll - so what can you do to make the process that bit easier? The founders of Mindful Chef join Fearne to talk about the highs and lows of working together to deliver healthy ingredients and tasty recipes to your door.</p><p><em>For 25% off your first 4 boxes at Mindful Chef, plus a free recipe book from founders Myles &amp; Giles, go to </em><a href="http://mindfulchef.com/HAPPYPLACE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>mindfulchef.com/HAPPYPLACE</em></a><em>&nbsp;or use the code HAPPYPLACE at checkout.</em></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Special: International Women's Day (Part 2)

<p>Bryony Gordon, Poorna Bell and Annie Price are back with Fearne for part two of their chat, in front of a live audience, in west London.</p><p>Thanks to Sweaty Betty, who collaborated with Happy Place to make this episode. Find out more about their work for International Women's Day at <a href="http://sweatybetty.com/fearnecotton" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> sweatybetty.com/fearnecotton</a>.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Special: International Women's Day (Part 1)

<p>In this live, two-part special in partnership with Sweaty Betty, Fearne is joined by journalist Bryony Gordon, writer Poorna Bell and presenter and fitness trainer Annie Price to discuss their experiences in front of a live audience.</p><p>To find out more about the work of Sweaty Betty on Interational Women's Day, visit <a href="http://sweatybetty.com/fearnecotton" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> sweatybetty.com/fearnecotton</a>.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Flo Perry

How have we got to 62 episodes without mentioning sex? Flo Perry, author of How To Have Feminist Sex, drops by to discuss with Fearne some of our hang-ups and what we can do to celebrate our bodies in a more healthy and celebratory way.&nbsp;Warning: strong sex references<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Joe Wicks

<p>The Body Coach himself turns up at Fearne's door (they're neighbours, don't you know) to discuss being a father of two, meeting your work goals... and being named GQ's worst dressed of the year.</p><p><em>Thanks to the sponsors of this series, Mindful Chef. For 25% off your first 4 boxes, plus a free recipe book from founders Myles &amp; Giles, go to&nbsp;</em><a href="http://mindfulchef.com/HAPPYPLACE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>mindfulchef.com/HAPPYPLACE</em></a><em>&nbsp;or use the code HAPPYPLACE at checkout.</em></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Rio & Kate Ferdinand

<p>What does it take to be a stepparent? Following their hit BBC One documentary, Kate Ferdinand is joined by husband Rio to talk about the fallout from making&nbsp;the programme, diving deeper into their story of loss, love... and building a new family together.</p><p><em>Thanks to the sponsors of this series, Mindful Chef. For 25% off your first 4 boxes, plus a free recipe book from founders Myles &amp; Giles, go to&nbsp;</em><a href="http://mindfulchef.com/HAPPYPLACE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>mindfulchef.com/HAPPYPLACE</em></a><em>&nbsp;or use the code HAPPYPLACE at checkout.</em></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Tom Kerridge

<p>Chef Tom Kerridge works hard and, for a long time, played hard too.</p><p>In this open and honest conversation with Fearne, one of Britain's finest chefs talks about his process, his addiction to work and the sacrifices he's made along the way.</p><p><em>Thanks to the sponsors of this series, Mindful Chef. For 25% off your first 4 boxes, plus a free recipe book from founders Myles &amp; Giles, go to </em><a href="mindfulchef.com/HAPPYPLACE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>mindfulchef.com/HAPPYPLACE</em></a><em> or use the code HAPPYPLACE at checkout.</em></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Nadiya Hussain

The Bake Off winner, writer and presenter talks to Fearne about her upbringing, arranged marriage and the realities of being a British celebrity raised with Bangladeshi traditions.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Scroobius Pip

The host of Distraction Pieces talks to Fearne about their mutual love of podcasting, the link between trauma and stutters... and how to reframe fear as something positive.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Tom Odell

Tom's first panic attack was only a couple of years ago, and since then he has learned his own ways of managing his anxiety. In this revealing interview, he talks to Fearne about that first attack, and share their own stories and methods of coping.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Sarah Wilson

Sarah is not looking to be happy. At least, not always happy: the bestselling author wants to live a fuller life than that - and as she tells Fearne, that means making decisions that have baffled her friends, family and peers.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Jessica Ennis-Hill

As an heptathlon Olympic champion and one of the key faces of the London 2012, Jessica could have packed it all in as soon as she decided to have a baby. But then she came back, to further medal-winning glory. In this chat with Fearne, she reveals how she did it, what she learned, and what we can all apply to our lives.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Elizabeth Day

The host of How To Fail drops in to talk about her own experiences with failure, and what she's learned from hearing the mistakes of dozens of guests from her&nbsp;show.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Ellie Goulding

Fearne drops into the studio of singer-songwriter Ellie Goulding - as she records a new album - to discuss her chart-topping career and how she has navigated the challenges that fame and success can bring.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Ludovico Einaudi

<p>The most-streamed classical artist in the world meets his biggest fan, as Fearne travels to Sicily to meet Ludovico Einaudi.</p><p>Together, the pair discuss the inspiration for some of his most impactful work, the challenges he has faced, and sharing emotions through music.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Jonathan Van Ness

There is still plenty of unecessary stigma and shame still in the world - but what can we do about it?&nbsp;The star of Netflix hit Queer Eye and web series Gay Of Thrones talks with Fearne about coming to terms with his HIV status, how therapy has tamed his addictions... and his ambitions for a cat hotel.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Hillary Rodham Clinton & Chelsea Clinton

The former US secretary of state, senator and First Lady, is joined by her daughter Chelsea to share with Fearne stories of their favourite females from across the world - all taken from their new book, Gutsy Women.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Gerad Kite

Fearne takes a deep dive into the world of five element acupuncture with Acupuncture Master&nbsp;Gerad Kite. If you've ever wondered about the origins and applications of this ancient remedy, let Gerad be your guide!<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Jada Pinkett Smith

<p>The actor, comedian, singer-songwriter, screenwriter, businesswoman (and wife to Will Smith) kicks off series five of Happy Place with an amazingly revealing chat about marriage, emotional independence and much, much more. A perfect pick-me-up to start your week.</p><p>You can watch Jada's latest show, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redtabletalk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Red Table Talk</em></a> on Facebook Watch now.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>