Anti-inflammatory Pioneer’s Podcast

17 Mar 2024 | 35 Min.

Oral Health and The Microbiome Link | Dr Victoria Sampsom

Dr. Victoria Sampson was shortlisted as one of the most promising young scientists in Europe for the Forbes 30 under 30 in Science and Healthcare 2022 for her efforts and devotion to healthcare. She is the first dentist to ever be shortlisted for Forbes. She is known for her work in developing salivary diagnostics, microbiome testing, and incorporating artificial intelligence into everyday care.

In this podcast, we talk about the relationship between mouth health, microbiome, and gut health. We also discuss how saliva testing can predict certain diseases and how changing the bacteria in your mouth and changing the lifestyle you lead can reduce your genetic disposition to certain diseases such as Alzheimer's.

You can find out more about Victoria at https://www.thehealthsociety.co.uk/ and follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriasampson/.

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18 Feb 2024 | 25 Min.

Buccal Massage and Jaw Health | Charlotte Mernier

In this episode, I chat with Charlotte Mernier about jaw health, teeth grinding, posture, TMDs (Temporomandibular Joint Disorders), and her signature buccal massage. Charlotte is a Franco-Belgian Osteopath with over 10+ years of experience guiding patients toward new levels of sustainable health, healing, and whole-body wellness. Charlotte is the Founder of My Osteo London, located on Wimpole Street in London, and brings with her an extensive reputation for her vast range of patient-centric services. Her signature My Osteo Buccal Massage is fundamentally favored by celebrities, professional athletes, and high-end patients seeking restorative balance within a warm, friendly, and welcoming atmosphere. You can find out more about Charlotte at myosteolondon.com.

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21 Jan 2024 | 53 Min.

Performance and Coaching and the True Meaning of Genius | Myles Downey

Myles is a recognized authority on Performance, Coaching and Leadership and the author of three classics in the coaching and performance arena: ‘Effective Modern Coaching’, ‘Effective Coaching’ (between them 300,00+ books sold); ‘Enabling Genius – a mindset for success in the 21st Century’; ‘The Enabling Manager – how to get the best out of your team’ published in July 2022. Myles has worked with CEOs across many prestigious organizations within a wide variety of industries. He has also deployed his performance coaching programs with the Senior Coaches of the England Rugby Team and with the New Zealand Elite Rugby Coaches. In this podcast, we talk about the importance of performance coaching and how everyone has the potential to unlock their unique individual genius.

You can find Myles on Linkedin, or for more information, check out mylesdowney.com.

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17 Dec 2023 | 411 Min.

Beautiful Aging Without Injectables | Dr. Rabia Malik

Dr. Rabia Malik is the only holistic aesthetic doctor in the U.K. whose entire practice is dedicated to collagen stimulation and skin health. She deliberately chooses not to work with injectables. She is a UK-trained GP who set up a holistic skin practice in 2011, and since 2019, she has been based at The Wellness Clinic at Harrods, London. In 2021, she launched Skin W1, her skincare range dedicated to collagen stimulation without irritation. When it comes to skin health, Dr. Rabia believes less is more and is an advocate for a holistic approach to solving skin concerns and aging well. In this podcast, we talk about all things skin, how chronic inflammation can affect the organs in our body, how skin, being our largest organ, is affected too, and how an anti-inflammatory lifestyle can help get good results in the long term. Dr Rabia shares her insight on mainstream injectables and how she focused on collagen stimulation, which is the essence of youth and is ultimately the goal for healthy, glowing skin. You can find more information about Dr. Rabia on her website, drrabiamalik.com.

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27 Nov 2023 | 57 Min.

The Future of Beauty and Wellness | Carlota Rodben

In this episode, I chat with my good friend Carlota Rodben about beauty and wellness in the future. Carlota is a luxury industry futures and innovation specialist. She began her career at one of the most prestigious luxury houses in the world, where she built and led an innovation team and then went on to manage new concepts focused on the future of retail. Carlota is the author of two books “Beauty As It Is” and “Beyond Luxury.” We talk about how beauty used to equal youth, but now how beauty equals vitality. Carlota is an entrepreneur and a futures consultant to luxury, beauty, hospitality brands and institutions on innovation, transformation, and desirable futures. She integrates technology, innovation, sustainability, and human-centric experiences into her work. Her ultimate ambition is to pioneer a new era of purpose-driven luxury.

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15 Oct 2023 | 49 Min.

Heal Yourself with Mushrooms | Dr. Catalina Fernandez

In this episode, I delve into the history and health benefits of medicinal mushrooms with Catalina Fernandez, the Founder and President of Hifas da Terra. Catalina has been researching mushrooms for over 20 years and her company continues to carry out more research and clinical trials on the powerful health benefits of mushrooms. Cultivating mushrooms has become increasingly popular in recent years, and in this episode, Catalina shares the process that their mushrooms at Hifas da Terra go through, from cultivation to supplement form. Medicinal mushroom's health benefits include, but are not limited to, detoxification, and cancer recovery support and they have a positive impact on microbiota. I also share my own personal story of how I used mushrooms to heal myself. Join us in exploring the world of mushrooms and unlock their inspiring potential for a healthier and happier life.

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17 Sep 2023 | 35 Min.

Women’s Pelvic Floor Health

In this inspiring episode, we have the privilege of hosting Olivia de Maigret, as she shares her insights on pelvic health. Olivia is a fully qualified and registered osteopath based in central London and is a fully qualified pelvic floor rehabilitation therapist from the De Gasqu et Institute in Paris. Join us as we delve into the fascinating topic of how movement and our pelvic floor are interconnected and discover the secrets to maintaining optimal pelvic health. Olivia will guide us through a journey of understanding, starting with the basics – how to pee. Yes, it may sound simple, but Olivia will shed light on the importance of proper technique and why it matters for our pelvic health. Olivia's expertise and passion will leave you feeling inspired and motivated to take charge of your pelvic health journey.

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17 Jun 2023 | 42 Min.

Using Sounds to Calm your Mind

In this episode, my guest Athena Ko, aka The Gong Girl and London’s leading Gong Master, shares her secrets. From creating a happy and well-balanced life using meditation to using sound as a therapeutic tool to disconnect from discursive thinking and delve into a transcendental state to calm your mind. Athena and I talk about how you can use meditational practices to help you move on from depression and pain and how I myself have used meditation to heal from a painful experience. Athena also shares her expertise on how powerful your thoughts can be. Working in hospitals with mental health patients, Athena has spent many years teaching patients breath work and how to meditate. Join us as we delve into the depths of the mind and how positive thinking can have such an impact on our mind, body, and health.

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21 May 2023 | 48 Min.

Skin & Climate Change

In this episode, my guest is Kim Walls. Kim is the CEO & Co-Founder of Furtuna Skin, which creates a collection of luxury natural skincare products made in Italy. Kim’s products are created from olive oil, which is produced at an organic farm that uses regenerative agriculture techniques. In this podcast, Kim brings her beauty expertise and talks about how regenerative agriculture and regenerative beauty radiate through every aspect of their operation, culminating in their approach to skincare. We discuss how certain farming practices can improve the climate and ecosystems and how to find harmony within nature. We talk about skin changes in your 20s, 30s, 40, and 50s, how we need to treat our skin differently as we get older, and explore how hormones and menopause affect our skin. This podcast is not to be missed if you want to know more about organic skincare and how a cleansing balm can reverse climate change.

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16 Apr 2023 | 43 Min.

Long Covid, Immunity & Energy Levels

On today’s episode, we welcome Dr. Tamsin Lewis, a longevity expert who brings a wealth of knowledge and practical experience to the table as a specialist in integrative medicine and psychiatry. Having personally suffered from long-COVID, Dr. Lewis brings a unique perspective on the important link between immunity and energy levels when maintaining our overall well-being. We explore the interconnectedness of our physical and mental health and how they are impacted by our environment, relationships, and daily habits. From discussing the effects of trauma and PTSD on the nervous system and immune response to offering practical tips for achieving balance and harmony in our lives, this episode is not to be missed for anyone seeking to discover valuable insights that can change their daily life.

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19 Mar 2023 | 43 Min.

Youth, Health & Beauty

This podcast is an insightful and inspiring conversation with Sarah Bradden, a talented facialist and acupuncture practitioner with a unique healing touch. In this episode, we dive deep into Sarah's personal journey of healing and transformation. We discuss how acupuncture became the root to her recovery, as she shares her experience of overcoming a toxic relationship, the challenges of being a single parent with two children, and overcoming the stress that came with it. In this episode, we also explore Sarah's expertise as a facialist and how she uses technology to cure a variety of symptoms.

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05 Dec 2022 | 53 Min.

Food Additives & Your Microbiome

In this episode, my guest is Dawn Sherling- A physician based in the US and author of ' Eat Everything: How to Ditch Additives and Emulsifiers, Heal Your Body, and Reclaim the Joy of Food.'

We discuss Dawn's research on the zero-calorie additives and emulsifiers legally added to food and their link to gut health and inflammation. We address the difference between processed and ultra-processed food, mislabeling, the obesity pandemic in the US, and the importance of eliminating stigma and health taboos surrounding health disorders. Finally, Dawn shares three tips to incorporate daily for better gut microbiome and digestive health.

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07 Nov 2022 | 34 Min.

The Mediterranean diet

In this episode, my guest is Neda Varbanova from Healthy with Nedi. She joins me once more for a chitchat about cooking! We talk about her new cookbook, 'The Mediterranean Meal Plan Cookbook,' which includes over 70 Mediterranean-inspired meals, wellness tips, and more- now available to preorder! And we go deep into how different cultures have different health standards displayed in supermarkets and the misleading marketing portraying vegan food as a healthy option!

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18 Aug 2022 | 34 Min.

Skin Cancer Recovery

In this episode, my guest is Sofia Toubani, who is a member of the EBS lifestyle that suffered from a skin cancer called squamous cell carcinoma of the anal canal. She is kind enough to share with us her story, how she discovered the EBS platform, and how it helped her during her recovery. We also talk about all the health taboos that surround cancer, especially ones like her type, which is common yet isn't talked about much. Lastly, we go into detail about the vegan diet, myths related to veganism, and why I don't believe the vegan diet is helpful in recovery from disease or for general health.

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17 Jul 2022 | 39 Min.

Unstressable

In this episode, my guest is Alice Law, founder of Lawali Life & the Unstressable podcast. She is a stress management consultant and a hugely successful podcast host. Alice’s advice comes from her unique experience fighting chronic stress & witnessing the devastating effects of stress on the physical and mental health of her loved ones and herself. Being kind enough, Alice shares with us her inspiring journey of overcoming stress and the coping mechanisms that have helped her and now help others. We talk about the different types of stress one can face, whether everyday stress or big life situations, how to manage it, and little tips that you can include in your daily life to live a happy, un-stressful life.

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24 May 2022 | 40 Min.

The Behavioral Immune System

In this episode, my guest is Nick Potter, an Osteopath based in London & author of the book titled ‘The Meaning of Pain’. We started talking about the behavioral immune system, which is a psychological immune response toward disease-causing pathogens in our environment, and how so many people experienced this phenomenon during COVID. We also covered several other topics, including adaptation and building resilience through the ‘graded exposure to threat’ technique, the link between nutrition, socialization, mental health & immunity, and how eating disorders can lead to infertility. Make sure to review, subscribe and share this podcast with someone who might benefit from it.

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10 May 2022 | 53 Min.

Why Women Feel More Pain

In this episode, my guest is Nick Potter, an Osteopath based in London & author of the book titled ‘The Meaning of Pain'. In this episode, we start with talking about why women feel more pain and end up covering so many topics around pain. We go into detail about the physiology and psychology of pain, how inflammation affects the feeling of pain in the long term, and how one can improve your lifestyle & mindset toward a better quality of life, happier mood, better performance at work, and optimal health.

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26 Apr 2022 | 32 Min.

The Drama Triangle

In this episode, my guest is Steve Burns, founder of the therapy lounge and we delve into the Drama Triangle. The Drama Triangle is a model of dysfunctional social interactions that involves three roles: Victim, Rescuer, and Persecutor. Steve goes into detail about each role, how to break out of these roles, and learn how to set your perspective to make a heaven out of hell. We have had previous talks with Steve on the EBS platform, and many participants reached out to him for help following the podcast. This podcast will surely give you tools to better relationships at home, work and socially.

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12 Apr 2022 | 34 Min.

How to Survive Breast Cancer

In this episode, my guest is Karin Greenberg, a mother of two, creator and host of the successful video series Get-T-know and a breast cancer survivor. She is kind enough to give us an insight into her journey with breast cancer, from her diagnosis to recovery, as well as her coping mechanisms and the methods that have helped her during this time. We talk about the significant effects your mindset has on your remission, how to turn the negative into positive, and how one can come out of this experience stronger.

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29 Mar 2022 | 42 Min.

Codependency in Life

In this episode, Steve Burns is my guest, and we talk about co-dependent relationships. Steve is a coach specializing in codependency and addiction, and the founder of Therapy Lounge in London. We have had previous talks with Steve on the EBS platform, and many participants reached out to him for help following the podcast. This episode will deconstruct the concept of co-dependent relationships and how individuals in those relationships identify themselves. Steve also highlights some valuable strategies to help those in co-dependent relationships.

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14 Sep 2021 | 44 Min.

Stress Management & Holistic Performance

In this episode, my guest is Alice Law, from Lawali Life podcast. Alice is a Stress Management & Holistic Performance Coach and the host of a hugely successful podcast. Alice’s advice comes from her unique experience and compelling story. She went through a seven-year period of chronic stress and has witnessed the devastating effects of stress on the physical and mental health of her loved ones. Alice has been kind enough to share her experience with us, as well as her coping mechanisms and the method that has saved her and now helps others. We talk about the different types of stress people can experience, the ways one can prevent it and the simple tips that will help you to feel calm and balanced.

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09 Jun 2021 | 28 Min.

Making History a Human Affair

My guest this week is Simon Sebag Montefiore, a dear friend of mine, a famous British historian, novelist, and award-winning author, whose books are published in 48 languages.

We talk about books and discuss the unique way he tells history through people's lives and relationships.

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12 May 2021 | 28 Min.

Anti-inflammatory lifestyle

Many people with no apparent health issues wonder what benefits they might have when embarking on an anti-inflammatory lifestyle. In this episode, I share with you what you can expect in the short term as well as the longer term thanks to lowering inflammation and implementing a lifestyle supporting optimal mental and physical health.

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28 Apr 2021 | 40 Min.

A Chat About Lifestyle

Join me for a girly chat with Caroline Stanbury, a dear friend of mine and one of the most entertaining people I know. Caroline is an Entrepreneur, Socialite, former Ladies of London star, Luxury Brand Ambassador and Host of her ‘Divorced not Dead’ podcast where she offers her take on life, relationships in her very straight talking style. In this episode, she shares her views on work-life balance, self-confidence, and relationships, as well as her experience on the Eat Burn Sleep lifestyle.

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14 Apr 2021 | 19 Min.

Un-cancel Yourself

In this episode, I am sharing my thoughts on the cancel culture today and talk about how using your own judgment, common sense and critical thinking is crucial to achieve optimal physical and mental health.

Over the past year, I have noticed a trend on social media and the press where critical thinking has become an absolute plague. I believe that it is my duty as someone who advocates physical and mental health to raise a red flag here.

Listen up and un-cancel yourself!

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31 Mar 2021 | 38 Min.

Emotional Health Strategy

Steve Burns is the founder of the therapy lounge in London. Steve had a successful business career until he suffered a mental breakdown. After being disappointed by the results he saw with psychotherapy, he devised his own method to recover his mental health. He has since made a career change and helps others feel better. He believes in rapid, genuine, and long-lasting change.

In this episode, we talk about the mind-body connection and share some tips on how to get past self-pity and start taking action to feel your best.

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17 Mar 2021 | 23 Min.

Mental Health & Inflammation

In this episode, I am sharing my thoughts on mental health and its link to chronic inflammation.
Mental wellness has become a forefront issue during the pandemic and the restrictions when it comes to social interactions. I share with you the chemical processes which happen in our bodies due to the uncertainty we are facing and the reduced social interactions. I also point out some unhealthy patterns which I have noticed on social media or the press when it comes to mental health, and I motivate you to take action to feel your best.

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03 Mar 2021 | 44 Min.

Paola Diana: Author, Women’s Rights Activist, Entrepreneur

Paola Diana is a mother, entrepreneur, author, and a committed advocate of women's rights. She is the Best-Selling Author of “Saving The World. Women the XXI's Century Factor For Change" and host of the YouTube Talk Show and Apple Podcast UNLEASHED. THE GAME CHANGERS. In this episode, we talk about female leadership, embracing change, and raising the new generation.

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17 Feb 2021 | 28 Min.

Andrea Wong, Media Professional

Andrea Wong is a high-level media professional who currently serves as a director of Liberty Interactive Corporation and on the advisory boards of several media and entertainment societies and organizations.

She was recently President, International Production for Sony Pictures Television and President, International for Sony Pictures Entertainment, overseeing 18 production companies around the world.

Andrea worked with top level media companies and brought The Crown to Netflix, Army Wives and Project Runway to Lifetime, The Bachelor, Dancing With the Stars and Extreme Makeover: Home Edition to ABC.

In this podcast episode, Andrea goes back to her journey from growing up in Silicon Valley to graduating from MIT with a degree in electrical engineering and receiving an MBA from Stanford University to becoming one of the key players in the entertainment industry. She shares the story of her extraordinary career as well as her views on mindset and a healthy work-life balance.

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03 Feb 2021 | 35 Min.

Fulfilment, Emotions and Relationships

Natasha K. Richardson is a transformational life and leadership coach, yoga teacher, and the creator of the TLC Method™. Referred to as “sunshine in the human form”, she ignites optimism wherever she goes. In this podcast episode, we talk about fulfillment, emotional wellbeing, and relationships.

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20 Jan 2021 | 37 Min.

Philipp Mosimann, Restaurateur and Long-distance Runner

This week, my guest is Philipp Mosimann, who co-manages Mosimann's private dining club in London, which was founded by his father over 30 years ago.
Mosimann's catered for the Royal Weddings of both Princes’ William and Harry and for the previous 6 Olympics Games.
When not at work or spending time with family, Philipp runs international marathons and ultra runs.
In this podcast episode, we talk about his life, personal story with food, and ways of staying healthy.

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06 Jan 2021 | 30 Min.

Dr. Tamsin Lewis M.D., Integrative Medicine Expert

Dr. Tamsin Lewis is a medical doctor with a BSc in Neuroscience and the Biology of Ageing, specialist training in psychiatry and sports medicine, and further education in nutritional and functional medicine. She is a former GB elite triathlete and 2014 Ironman UK champion.
She started her own company focused on providing personalized healthcare focused on longevity and performance optimization.
In this podcast episode, we talk about the importance of the out-of-the-box approach to health.

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23 Dec 2020 | 32 Min.

Aiste Miseviciute, Ex-supermodel and World-food Ambassador

Lithuanian ex-supermodel and world-food ambassador, Aiste Miseviciute of Luxeat has joined me in this podcast episode. We share our passion for good food and chat about the culinary cultures around the world, and in Japan in particular.
Who said that models don’t eat?

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09 Dec 2020 | 33 Min.

Impact of Trauma

Dr. Ursula Levine is a general practitioner at Lanserhof at the Arts Club in London. She has developed a unique all-rounded approach, specialized in traditional Chinese medicine and trauma therapy. In this episode, we talk about the impact of trauma on chronic inflammation, the five elements of health, and the importance of a holistic approach to wellness.

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23 Nov 2020 | 32 Min.

Performance Mindset

Paul Collingwood is a former England top cricketer who is now an assistant coach of the national team. He joined me to talk about performance mindset and the importance of mental wellness in sports and in life.

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09 Nov 2020 | 37 Min.

Mimi Ikonn, Entrepreneur

This week Mimi Ikonn has joined me for a conversation about entrepreneurship, moving countries, and how childhood experiences influence our entire life. Mimi was born in Azerbaijan and moved to Canada with her family in her teens where later she met her husband Alex. They started multiple successful companies, founded a family, and moved countries together. At the moment, Mimi and Alex live in London and they are a great example of how two people can be a happy couple, best friends, parents, and business partners at the same time.

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26 Oct 2020 | 31 Min.

Vanessa Branson, Serial Entrepreneur

In this episode, Vanessa Branson, a serial entrepreneur who recently wrote her memoir, has joined me for a conversation about "focussed enthusiasm" that has helped her and her siblings to launch various successful businesses. Vanessa comes from a family of extraordinarily successful entrepreneurs (one of her siblings is Richard Branson, a famous entrepreneur and founder of the Virgin Group). Vanessa shares her thoughts on the difference between her generation and the younger generations, parenting, the importance of having courage, trusting people, and not consuming too much "scary content".

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24 Oct 2020 | 19 Min.

Mindset tips for Long Term Health

In this bonus episode, I am sharing my thoughts on the power of moderation andwhy it is important to go easy on yourself while embarking on a health journey. There are a lot of extreme measures in the modern world, that include extreme diets, workouts, and other seemingly efficient quick fixes. These techniques seem beneficial in the short term, but as they cause stress (and guilt, when we can't keep up with them), they are detrimental to our long term health. In this episode, I am sharing my tips on how to remove this guilt and health extremism and achieve long term health through easy, moderate, and enjoyable lifestyle changes.

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13 Oct 2020 | 44 Min.

“Beauty As It Is”

Carlota Rodriguez Benito, the author of “Beauty As It Is” has joined me for a conversation about beauty. Carlota has been a professional ballet dancer for 15 years, which resulted in her developing a very deep interest in what true beauty is. She has interviewed over 60 high-level professionals from the beauty industry all over the world for her book and she is going to share some of her precious insights with us today

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29 Sep 2020 | 24 Min.

A Top Lymphatic Drainage Therapist

Flavia Morellato, one of London’s top lymphatic drainage therapists, has joined me to talk about her work and the role that the lymphatic system plays in our bodies. After finishing her degree and working as a lymphatic drainage specialist in Brazil she moved to London to get her Lymphatic System Master's degree and afterward, she created the Flavia Morellato Method which helped her become one of the favorite lymphatic drainage specialists in the city.

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12 Sep 2020 | 27 Min.

Finding Self-love

Tori Boughey, founder and creator of TBalance, has joined me this week for a conversation about mental health, balance, spirituality, and self-love. Tori is a holistic health and life coach who guides people towards finding balance in their lives by helping them to improve the most important relationship they engage in - the one with themselves

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28 Aug 2020 | 30 Min.

Neda Varbanova from Healthy with Nedi

In this episode, Neda Varbanova from Healthy with Nedi, has joined me for a girly chat about cooking

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30 Jul 2020 | 33 Min.

Francesca White from The Beauty Triangle

Francesca, health and beauty editor at Tatler Magazine, founder and curator of the Beauty Triangle, has joined me to talk about everything beauty. The Beauty Triangle is an events platform aiming to create conversations that educate and empower women, connecting professionals and consumer audiences for beauty and wellbeing.

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