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The Mid•Point with Gabby Logan
Gabby Logan
Gabby Logan is middle-aged and unashamed.But what does it mean to be at the halfway stage of your life? Here, Gabby talks candidly to well-known faces about their own midlife challenges and expectations, drawing on the advice of experts from sleep gurus, nutritionists, and doctors specialising on hormone treatment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Anna Richardson
29 nov 202352 min<p>TW: There are references to pregnancy loss and infertility in this episode.</p><br><p>Presenter, producer, and journalist, Anna Richardson, joins Gabby this week to talk about everything from returning to education in your 50’s, to the lonely road of infertility; from how difficult yet vital it is to speak truth to power, to what a memory palace is! Beauty guru <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/NadineBaggott" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nadine Baggott</a> is also back with lots of beauty tips for our midlife skin, including what neck cream you really need - the answer might surprise you! </p><br><p>For more anecdotes and wisdom from Anna, check out her podcast <a href="https://itcantjustbeme.co.uk/episode/21-managing-perimenopause-with-gabby-logan" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>It Can't Just Be Me.</em></a></p><br><p>Here are some useful links to products Nadine recommends in this episode:</p><p><a href="https://geekandgorgeous.com/products/a-game-10" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Retinal Serum, Geek and Gorgeous</a></p><p><a href="https://www.aveneusa.com/retrinal-intensive-cream" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Retinal Intensive Cream, Avène (USA)</a></p><p><a href="https://www.medik8.com/pages/crystal-retinal-ceramide-eye?--&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=18347921647&utm_content=145343633886&utm_term=retinol%20eye%20cream&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAsIGrBhAAEiwAEzMlC9SHGZEwcMo01bBVDsyypNBce_EuTsCQfWJvwM_w2az5ie-5zvuuixoCorAQAvD_BwE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Crystal Retinal Family, Medik8</a></p><p><br></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>
Kate Moyle on Sex
22 nov 202341 minThis week, we have an expert taking centre stage! Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist and Psycho-Sexologist, <a href="https://www.katemoyle.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kate Moyle</a>, is here to talk sex and intimacy. It’s something many people still struggle to talk about, but midlife can radically change the landscape when it comes to sex; certainly, when we asked The Mid.Pointers for questions to put to Kate, you delivered! In this episode, Kate tries her best to answer those questions on everything from libido imbalance to fetishes, pelvic floor strength to sex after parenthood. If you want to explore this topic further, get a copy of Kate’s book <a href="https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-science-of-sex/kate-moyle/9780241593295" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">T<em>he Science of Sex: Every Question About Your Sex Life Answered.</em></a><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>
Angela Hartnett OBE
15 nov 202352 minGabby is joined by one of the most recognisable names in the British restaurant world: Michelin Star chef, restaurateur, and broadcaster, Angela Hartnett OBE. Angela shares her experience of going through the menopause in somewhere as hot and pressurised as a top kitchen; how she’s learned in midlife that sometimes you need to ask for help; where her love of food comes from and why food and family are so intertwined; as well as the things she’s doing to ensure that she’s thriving when she is 90 years of age! Medical Scientist and Public Health Nutritionist, Dr Federica Amati, also joins to discuss the science behind her new book: <a href="https://www.waterstones.com/book/recipes-for-a-better-menopause/dr-federica-amati/jane-baxter/9781804191439?sv1=affiliate&sv_campaign_id=259955&awc=3787_1699636325_386d65a48608b2ab22a548aa05b2d587&utm_source=259955&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=Genie+Shopping+CSS" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Recipes For A Better Menopause.</em></a><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>
Dara Ó Briain
8 nov 202355 min<p>WARNING: This episode contains strong language.</p><br><p>Comedian, presenter, and author, Dara Ó Briain, joins Gabby to talk about how midlife is treating him; how it has expanded his comedy and allowed him to become more of a storyteller; and what it’s like touring alongside being a dad and getting usurped in popularity by their new dog. Co-author of <a href="https://www.waterstones.com/book/ravenous/henry-dimbleby/jemima-lewis/9781800816510" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Ravenous</em></a><em>,</em> Henry Dimbleby, also joins to discuss the state of our national food system and why it needs to radically change to protect our future health and the environment. But fear not, despite the severity of the outlook, Dara reassures that we’ll never run out of things to laugh about!</p><p><br></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>
Kate Bottley
1 nov 202343 min<p>This week’s guest has been compared with the Vicar of Dibley, and she doesn’t mind one bit! This week, the Reverend Kate Bottley brings all the warmth and humour that Dawn French’s character was famous for, and then some. Gabby and Kate discuss all the big topics in this episode: love, death, and skinny dipping! Professor Mike Tipton also joins them to talk about best practices for those who are new to wild swimming, and Kate shares why it’s the one hobby she has stuck with. </p><br><p>Below are some links to studies Mike references in this episode:</p><br><p>The Physiological Society - <a href="https://physoc.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1113/EP086283" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Cold water immersion: kill or cure?</em></a></p><p>British Journal of Sports Medicine - <a href="https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/56/23/1332" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Cold water therapies: minimising risks</em></a></p><p>BMJ Case Reports - <a href="https://casereports.bmj.com/content/2018/bcr-2018-225007" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Open water swimming as a treatment for major depressive disorder</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>
Sarah Beeny
24 okt 20231h 7m<p>Property expert and broadcaster, Sarah Beeny, chats with Gabby this week about the opportunities that you can unlock in midlife, the joy of being a groupie mum, and the breast cancer diagnosis which she refuses to let define her. Sarah’s new book, <a href="https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-simple-life-how-i-found-home/sarah-beeny/9781399613323" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>The Simple Life: How I Found Home</em></a>, charts her life through the properties she’s restored, renovated, and loved, and they discuss the importance of making a house a home. They also discuss all things property finance and pensions with host of the <em>Financial Times' Money Clinic</em> podcast and author of <a href="https://www.waterstones.com/book/what-they-dont-teach-you-about-money/claer-barrett/9781529146332" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>What They Don’t Teach You About Money</em></a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/claerb/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Claer Barrett</a>. </p><p><br></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>
Kenny Logan - Rugby World Cup Challenge
17 okt 202335 min<p>Gabby and Kenny get together for a wee debrief after completing <a href="https://kennylogansrwcchallenge.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kenny Logan’s Rugby World Cup Challenge</a>, in memory of their great friend Doddie Weir and in aid of <em>My Name’5 Doddie Foundation</em>. They talk about the highs and lows of the weeklong cycle-walk challenge, carrying the Ireland v Scotland Rugby World Cup match ball from Edinburgh to the game in Paris, as well as what it meant to them to meet so many people affected by Motor Neuron Disease along the way. </p><br><p>You can still donate to this great cause by clicking <a href="https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/kenny-logans-rugby-world-cup-challenge" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</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>
Ed Balls
10 okt 202359 minFew former politicians have had successful reincarnations as television presenters, but Ed Balls is one of them. He joins Gabby to talk about how he is loving the so-called midlife crisis because it’s only really at the midpoint that he’s been able to say yes to the many things he would like to try – including famously, dancing on <em>Strictly</em>! Ed also discusses what raising a young family within the world of politics was like, the new podcast he's cohosting <a href="https://linktr.ee/politicalcurrency" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Political Currency,</em></a> and Gabby gets his thoughts on how middle-aged women in particular could have a huge say in the next General Election. They also speak to psychiatrist and author of <a href="https://www.waterstones.com/book/how-to-build-a-healthy-brain/kimberley-wilson/9781529351491" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>How To Build A Healthy Brain</em></a><em> </em>and<a href="https://www.waterstones.com/book/unprocessed/kimberley-wilson/9780753559741" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em> Unprocessed</em></a>, Kimberley Wilson, about the significance of diet and exercise on brain health and what we need to be doing in midlife to give ourselves the best chance against Dementia.<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>
Lee Mack
3 okt 20231h 8mGabby’s guest this week is a comedian, writer, and TV presenter, and he’s also turning the midlife crisis on its head! For Lee Mack, the midlife crisis is more like the midlife question mark: a time when you question some of the ways you’ve been told to live. Lee shares why things like meditation, veganism, and sobriety, have become increasingly important to him at the midpoint, as well as why he loves time off more and more but would trade it all for a shot at playing football for FC Barcelona! Entrepreneur and behaviour change coach, <a href="https://andyramage.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Andy Ramage</a>, also joins to talk about how he is helping people who want to take a break from drinking alcohol. <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>
Julia Bradbury
26 sep 20231h 3mPresenter, author, and outdoor evangelist, Julia Bradbury, is with Gabby on the podcast this week. Julia talks about how her breast cancer diagnosis has had a profound effect on her midlife, and how it partly inspired her new book <a href="https://www.waterstones.com/book/walk-yourself-happy/julia-bradbury/9780349436234" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Walk Yourself Happy</em></a><em>. </em>As well as the power of walking, they discuss the other lifestyle habits which Julia researched for the book, such as nutrition and breathwork, and how this has informed changes in her own life. Determined to give herself the best fighting chance against cancer and secure her longevity, this is an uplifting reminder that we have agency over our own bodies even in the face of illness. Dr Caroline Leek, founder of <a href="https://www.fruitflycollective.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Fruit Fly Collective</a>, also joins to discuss how to talk to children about cancer and signposts valuable resources, such as <a href="http://www.parentingwithcancer.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Parenting With Cancer</a>, which families can use when they receive a cancer diagnosis.<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>
Extraordinary People: Mandy Hickson
19 sep 20231h 3m<p><em>Trigger Warning: Miscarriage is discussed in this episode, so please take care whilst listening.</em></p><br><p>We are finishing our mini-series featuring extraordinary people with inspiring stories to tell by hearing from former RAF fast jet pilot, Mandy Hickson.</p><br><p>Mandy always dreamed of following in her grandfather’s footsteps and becoming a pilot, but in her early adulthood, this was simply not an option: women were not allowed to be pilots in the RAF. But as soon as that rule changed, there was no stopping Mandy! She became only the second female to fly a Tornado GR4 on the front line, and in her career, she completed 45 missions over Iraq and three duty tours.</p><br><p>In this episode, Mandy speaks about how difficult it is to become a fighter pilot (regardless of gender), what it was like knowing she was a test case and how she overcame that, what the military taught her about unselfish behaviour and how there is always more to be gained from working as a team, as well as what it was like juggling being a mum with a high-pressure role in the air force, and the issues this still poses for female fast jet pilots today.</p><br><p>Since leaving the RAF, Mandy has set up her own <a href="https://www.mandyhickson.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">business</a> and travels the country speaking at schools and businesses and sharing all she’s learned. Mandy has also published a memoir, <a href="https://www.mandyhickson.com/aboutd55661df" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>An Officer Not A Gentleman</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>
Extraordinary People: Fiona Spargo-Mabbs
12 sep 202356 min<p><em>Trigger Warning: This week's episode contains a conversation about the loss of a child.</em></p><br><p>This is the second instalment of our special mini-series focusing on extraordinary people with remarkable stories to share. Gabby was inspired to break away from the usual roster of celebrities and experts, and instead spotlight ordinary people who have real insight when it comes to overcoming adversity; Fiona Spargo-Mabbs has exactly that.</p><br><p>In 2014, Fiona’s worst nightmare became a reality when a police officer stood on her doorstep in the early hours of the morning and informed her that her youngest son, Dan, was in intensive care. This was the start of the worst few days of her life, as specialists raced against time to counter the effects of an extremely strong dose of MDMA (ecstasy) which Dan had consumed whilst at a rave with his friends. All of them had taken the drug, but Dan had been the one who had unknowingly taken the dose which was twelve times stronger than had caused deaths in the past.</p><br><p>Dan never came home, and in the years since, Fiona has had to come to terms with her family’s new reality. She talks about this, and how she and her husband, Tim, have thrown themselves into making sure that teenagers and parents have the drug education they need in order to avoid any other young person dying needlessly. You can find out more about <em>The Daniel Spargo-Mabbs Foundation</em> <a href="https://www.dsmfoundation.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>, and purchase Fiona’s book <em>I Wish I’d Known </em><a href="https://www.dsmfoundation.org.uk/more-information-for-parents/i-wish-id-known-fionas-book/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p><br></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>
Extraordinary People: Ed and Lois Jackson
5 sep 202352 min<p>This month, Gabby presents a special mini-series focusing on extraordinary people with remarkable stories to share. <em>The Oprah Winfrey Show</em> was formative viewing for Gabby, and having rediscovered its early episodes, she was inspired to break away from the usual roster of celebrities and experts and instead spotlight ordinary people who have shown remarkable strength of character and overcome adversity. Over the course of the next three episodes you'll hear three very different stories, but all of them will leave you feeling inspired.</p><br><p>We’re kicking off the series with a power couple; Ed and Lois Jackson. Back in 2017, Ed was enjoying his career as a professional rugby player and he and Lois were looking forward to their upcoming nuptials, but a split-second misjudgement at a barbecue changed the trajectory of both of their lives forever. Ed suffered an almost catastrophic spinal cord injury and was lucky to survive the accident. They speak about what it was like being told that he would never walk again, and Ed’s extraordinary reaction to that news. We hear how they have navigated the highs and lows of the last six years, how Ed went from being paralysed in all four limbs to climbing Yr Wyddfa/ Snowdon in 12 months, and how reframing and gratitude helped them to find a greater purpose and form their charity <a href="https://www.millimetres2mountains.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Millimetres 2 Mountains</em></a>.</p><p><br></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>
The Menopause
29 aug 202347 min<p>To round out our series of summer specials, we’ve combed the archive for some of the most insightful chats we’ve had about the menopause. There are a myriad of symptoms associated with menopause and it manifests differently for everyone, so it’s important we continue to talk about it and to share helpful tips that make this stage of life a little easier to navigate. </p><br><p>In this episode, you’ll hear from writer Lorraine Candy, model Penny Lancaster, MP Carolyn Harris who campaigned to make HRT more affordable for women in England, TV presenters Davina McCall and Lorraine Kelly, plus functional nutritionist Pippa Campbell, who explains why our body shape may change as we go through the menopause.</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>
Relationships in Midlife
22 aug 202346 min<p>This is the second of our special compilation episodes this summer; perfect for you to dip in and out of on your holidays, or to accompany you on any long journeys. This week we’re focusing on a topic that comes up a lot on <em>The Mid.Point</em>: relationships. Be they romantic, familial, or purely platonic, they can often take on a new importance when navigating midlife. </p><br><p>Like everything, relationships change and evolve over time and sometimes they no longer serve us by the midpoint, hence why many people find themselves navigating the end of a significant partnership or friendship at this time of life. However, scientific research suggests that there are anti-ageing properties bound up in social interactions and a sense of community, so it’s vitally important that we keep making friendships throughout our lives. But it can be hard to put yourself out there, especially when it comes to dating. These are all aspects that our wonderful guests - Elizabeth Day, Phil Neville, Rob Rinder, Jane Fallon, Kelly Cates, Kirsty Gallacher, Kenny Logan, sobriety advocate Matt Pink, and Professor Rose Anne Kenny – all touch on in this week’s episode. </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>
The Joys of Getting Older
15 aug 202341 min<p>School’s out, and so is the rule book! This summer we’re bringing you a special mini-series which takes you on a trip through the archive, showcasing the best snippets from our vast and varied line up of guests. Each week we’ll be focusing on a topic that’s particularly pertinent to those of us at the midpoint, and this week we’re celebrating the joys of getting older. </p><br><p>There’s still a pervading sense of pessimism when it comes to the mainstream narrative on ageing, but the chats on this podcast over the last three years have proved that most midlifers are anything but! Celebrities and experts all agree that there are so many good things that come with midlife. In this episode, you’ll hear the likes of Sharleen Spiteri, Colin Murray, Edith Bowman, Trevor Nelson, Zoe Lyons, Nihal Arthanayake, Phil Neville, Olivia Williams, and fitness expert, James Smith, being positively old!</p><p><br></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>
Davinia Taylor
8 aug 202349 min<p>Author of <em>It’s Not A Diet </em>and founder of supplement brand <a href="https://www.willpowders.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Will Powder</em></a><em>, </em> Davinia Taylor, is here to explain the principles behind her new book <a href="https://www.waterstones.com/book/hack-your-hormones/davinia-taylor/9781398709614" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Hack Your Hormones</em></a><em>. </em>You may well remember Davinia from her days as an actress on <em>Hollyoaks</em> and being a renowned party girl in the 90’s - painting London red with The Primrose Set! But gone are those hedonistic days, and in the last 14 years, Davinia has learned lots from her own journey from alcoholic to wellness advocate. She talks to Gabby all about biohacking, and ways you can support and stimulate certain hormones such as dopamine, to get the best out of your mind and body. They also discuss ways to optimise and track your sleep, and the things to avoid in the ingredient lists of many household foods.</p><p><br></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>
Julia Samuel on Grief
1 aug 202333 min<p>By its very nature, this expert episode on grief is raw and emotional, and some tears were shed in the making of it. But Psychotherapist, best-selling author, and podcaster, <a href="https://juliasamuel.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Julia Samuel</a>, is here to guide us through the many shades of grief; something which impacts all our lives in one way or another and particularly in midlife. </p><br><p>Julia very generously answers your questions on everything from practical ways to support loved ones who are grieving, dealing with living losses such as divorce, and visualisation techniques which can help to stop you from ruminating on the “what if’s” that come with a loss which is open-ended or without conclusion. Alongside her practical advice, Julia also speaks about some of the fundamentals when it comes to bereavement; why grieving always takes longer than anyone wants, the power of walking and talking, the compounding effect of multiple losses, and how grieving together helps us to build strong familial bonds. </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>
Patrick Kielty
25 jul 20231hComedian, radio presenter, and brand-new host of <em>The Late Late Show</em>, Patrick Kielty, is reaching new heights at the midpoint! Not only does he bring the laughs this week but he also brings the wisdom, including the importance of creating opportunities for yourself, how <em>not</em> to prepare for the London Marathon, and why you must make sure the material at your wake is good! Patrick also explains how one drunk phone call from a pub car park in rural Ireland turned into a life in LA, getting married to Cat Deeley, and the birth of their two children. Gabby also reunites Patrick with physical activity expert and celebrity trainer, Professor Greg Whyte OBE, who speaks about the importance of movement and strength training as we get older - Guinness less so, sorry Paddy. <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>
Monica Galetti
18 jul 202356 minFull disclosure: this episode is highly likely to make you hungry! Gabby is joined by one of the most revered chefs in the country, <em>MasterChef: The Professionals</em> judge and <em>Mere Restaurant </em>chef owner, Monica Galetti. Monica grew up in Samoa imbibing the food centric culture there, before travelling to New Zealand to train as a chef and landing in the UK in Chef Michel Roux Jr’s Michelin kitchen! After juggling competing priorities for many years, pressures on her business and her family meant Monica had to step back from<em> MasterChef</em> last year. Monica explains what she learned in that time, and how she’s now finding the joy in what she does again. Monica also talks about finding her "fit crew" and feeling more confident than ever in the gym, the importance of a happy kitchen, as well as her beloved “boys” – her three dogs! Sporting Director, Calvin Mudd, also joins to explain what Canicross is and why it might be you and your canine companion’s new favourite form of exercise. <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>
Lara Lewington on AI
11 jul 202330 min<p>We’ve got another expert episode for you, and this time we’re tackling a subject that’s been making the headlines of late… AI! We’ve all heard about it, but what do most of us really know about artificial intelligence beyond the scary stories? How is it going to change our everyday lives, and how prevalent is it already? Gabby is putting all your questions to tech journalist and AI commentator, Lara Lewington. </p><br><p>Lara has presented and reported for the BBC’s flagship technology programme, <em>Click</em>, since 2011, and she recently made <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001k1kz" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>A Documentary: By ChatGPT</em></a> for BBC Radio 4. Lara explains some of the pitfalls of AI, as well as some of the ways we might be able to use it to our advantage when it comes to things like healthcare, drug discovery, and policing social media. She also explains what data is harvested from us already (often unknowingly), and how personal data trackers are being used to help prevent illnesses and increase longevity – things which are all made possible by AI. </p><p><br></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>
Alex Jones
4 jul 202353 min<p>It’s been an interesting career trajectory for TV presenter, Alex Jones; from having Davina McCall invigilate her university exams whilst competing on a reality TV show, to broadcasting to millions every night hosting BBC’s <em>The One Show</em>. But there is always more to a story like this than meets the eye… And there is a reason Alex has remained at the helm of the weeknight show for the last 12 years. Now at 46 years old, we find out what she’s learned en route to the midpoint and how she balances work with being mother to three children under six years old! Alex’s youthful outlook on life shines through her wealth of hilarious anecdotes, from bartering for directions with paparazzi to bargaining with Chris Evans over chips and champagne. They are also joined by Uju Asika, writer of <a href="https://blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/product/9780241608418?gC=5a105e8b&gclid=CjwKCAjw44mlBhAQEiwAqP3eVgkIf_pet4iSSItq7oIRiReSgq3iNknYEjUq1C2Fcw0oJYBBvnUh2xoCx6MQAvD_BwE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Raising Boys To Do Better</em></a><em>, </em>to talk about<em> </em>how we can support boys navigating the modern world and offer practical tips on how to bring up kind children in an oftentimes prejudiced world. </p><p><br></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>
Rob Rinder MBE
27 jun 20231h 13m<p>From the U.N.’s International Court of Justice to the bejeweled <em>Strictly</em> ballroom at Blackpool, this week’s guest’s journey to the midpoint has been quite an extraordinary one. Gabby chats with barrister and broadcaster Rob Rinder MBE, ahead of the release of his debut novel <a href="https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-trial/rob-rinder/2928377085209" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>The Trial</em></a>. They talk about everything from why it’s important that we keep in mind the myriad of human reasons why people behave in the way they do, how forgiveness is sacred but is not the same as forgetting and how Rob lives in forgiveness even though his family were victims of the Holocaust, to why he can’t bear the “farting smugness” of some yoga classes and why he will forever be a match-maker and a romantic! Psychotherapist and best-selling author, <a href="https://juliasamuel.co.uk/about-julia" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Julia Samuel</a>, also joins to offer an expert view on inherited trauma and behaviours, and practical ways to help you deal with that – which is the focus of her latest book <a href="https://juliasamuel.co.uk/books/everyfamilyhasastory" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Every Family Has A Story</em></a>. </p><br><p>Julia mentions the work of Charles Duhigg around habit forming and you can find out more about his work <a href="https://charlesduhigg.com/the-power-of-habit/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>. The latest of Rob’s factual series, <em>The Holyland and Us</em> <em>- Our Untold Stories</em>, is also still available to watch on <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001k3wj/episodes/player" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">BBC iPlayer</a>. </p><p><br></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>
Reuben Logan - Flying the Nest
20 jun 202332 min<p>In the interests of fairness - and keeping everyone in the family happy - Gabby’s son Reuben joins her on the podcast this week, ahead of leaving home to begin his professional career as a rugby player. It’s a very open discussion about what it means to be a teenage boy in the modern world, including Reuben’s take on masculinity and whether toxic influencers online actually have any influence at all. They also speak about how Reuben dealt with anxiety and the pressures of school, being added to the club WhatsApp group and preparing to enter a professional workplace for the first time, as well as what it’s like being mum to a sporty child – and the ways they (inevitably) find you annoying! </p><p><br></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>
Trevor Nelson MBE
13 jun 20231h 2m<p>This week’s guest is usually the one asking the questions, more accustomed to interviewing some of the world’s biggest R&B stars, but today it’s his turn to come up with the answers! Gabby is joined by critically acclaimed radio host and DJ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/djtrevornelson/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Trevor Nelson MBE</a>, to talk about how he’s feeling about life on the cusp of his 60th birthday. Trevor talks about the power of saying no, the secret to longevity in an industry that’s preoccupied with youth, enjoying the simple things in life and why he is absolutely a dog person! Sarah Gilchrist from <a href="http://www.gilchristperformance.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Gilchrist Performance</a> also joins to talk about how you can optimise sleep and recovery when – like Trevor – you don’t work a traditional 9-5. </p><p><br></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>
Kenny Logan - Prostate Cancer: The Follow Up
6 jun 202339 min<p>Kenny joins Gabby on the anniversary of his Prostatectomy to talk about how the diagnosis affected him and the changes his body has gone through in the year since his operation. It’s also a frank and honest chat about how the couple have navigated this together – and yes, there is quite a lot of chat about erectile function! They also discuss the fear of saying the wrong thing in today’s world, how signing up to challenges can really help to keep you motivated around the 50 mark, and a rather memorable holiday story involving one delirious Kenny and a thermometer!</p><br><p>If you or someone you know have recently been diagnosed with prostate cancer, you might like to <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/6At4oYr1fINDaFyYq7xY7w?si=74e7fb9b66ed496b" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">listen back</a> to the special episode Gabby and Kenny recorded alongside Kenny’s Consultant Urologist, Declan Cahill. If you want to know more about Declan Cahill's work you will find his website <a href="https://declancahill.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>, and <a href="https://prostatecanceruk.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Prostate Cancer UK</a> has some very useful links and resources, too. Crucially, like many men, Kenny did not experience any symptoms before his diagnosis and sadly we know that 1 man dies of prostate cancer every 45 minutes, so if you or someone close to you wants to get checked, ask your GP for a Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) and urine test - two simple tests that save lives.</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>
Lorraine Candy
30 mei 202358 minJournalist, podcaster, and former Editor in Chief, Lorraine Candy, spent her career writing for and about women in some of the nation’s best-known publications, but when she started experiencing what she calls her “physical and emotional unraveling”, she had no idea that what she was experiencing was in fact the perimenopause. Now, Lorraine is on a mission to share all that she’s learned about the menopause, to ensure that no woman feels alone or ashamed if their minds and bodies begin to change, and her new book <a href="https://www.waterstones.com/book/whats-wrong-with-me/lorraine-candy/9780008530099" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">What’s Wrong With Me? 101 Things Midlife Women Need to Know</a> is out this week. Gabby and Lorraine also speak with warmth and humour about issues that impact all midpointers, such as dealing with living losses, finding a new sense of identity, as well as the many upsides of midlife! Life coach, <a href="https://www.haddoncoaching.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ed Haddon</a>, is also on hand to discuss how coaching can be a great way of re-establishing your purpose in midlife. <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>
Dr Megan Rossi on Gut Health
23 mei 202343 min<p>The gut is often referred to as ‘the second brain’ and Dr Megan Rossi is here to tell us why! Megan - aka <a href="https://www.theguthealthdoctor.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Gut Health Doctor</a> - is here to shine a light on our gut microbiome’s incredible potential, a fascinating and relatively new area of scientific research which Dr Rossi has dedicated her career to. She talks about how the brain and the gut interact and why paying attention to the health of your gut microbiome can positively affect your mental health, not only that, but you can also increase your gut’s ability to recycle oestrogen by eating certain foods – an important note for women in midlife. Megan is also here to break down some of the myths around carbs, gluten, and food intolerances - including how to reintroduce important prebiotic foods you thought didn’t agree with you - and we also put your questions to Megan. Plus, if you’re a frequent flyer, be sure to listen to the end for top tips on how to avoid Mile High IBS!</p><p><br></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>
Gabby & Lois - Navigating Midlife Family Dynamics
16 mei 202330 min<p>We’re keeping it in the family this week, with Gabby’s daughter Lois Logan joining her to talk about something that many teenagers (and parents) will be dealing with right now: leaving school and revising for exams! Lois and Gabby also discuss their different perspectives on things like beauty standards on social media, the moment your children become teenagers and no longer want to spend as much time with you, and what it’s like seeing your mum go through the menopause just as your hormones kick into life. Lois might be the youngest guest ever on The Mid.Point, but she certainly has plenty of insight to share. </p><p><br></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>
Professor Rose Anne Kenny on Ageing
9 mei 202351 min<p>This week, Gabby takes a deep dive into the biology of ageing with Professor Rose Anne Kenny. Professor Kenny is a physician, researcher, and the founding principal investigator of The Irish LongituDinal study on Ageing. Rose Anne is also a best-selling author, and Gabby has read her book - <a href="https://www.waterstones.com/book/age-proof/professor-rose-anne-kenny/9781788705066" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Age Proof: The New Science of Living a Longer and Healthier Life -</em></a><em> </em>cover to cover! They discuss key topics from her research, including what epigenetics are and how we can influence them and our biological ageing, the commonalities that people living in the so-called Blue Zones have and what this teaches us about how to live long and healthy lives, and how research shows it’s never too late to make a difference to how you’re ageing on the inside. Professor Kenny also answers your questions on everything from supplements and exercise, to how much we should eat as we get older. </p><p><br></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>
