Best Alan Flanagan Podcasts (2025)

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What We Get Wrong About Race, Feminism & Identity | Blair Imani Ali 50:31

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💬 Blair Imani Ali is an author, historian and the creator of Smarter In Seconds, an online series that is helping change people’s perspectives on issues of politics, identity, race, health and more. ⚡️In this episode Blair and I delve into common biases that impact society, how we’re conditioned to think and feel the way we do, and how to find nuan…

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Food Scientist Reacts to Viral Food Myths (And What’s Actually True) ft. Hydroxide 42:06

9d ago42:06

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💬 Hydroxide is a food scientist and digital creator, with a strong following on Instagram and TikTok. She uses her deep knowledge of food and deadpan comic style to debunk viral myths, and raise awareness of food safety. ⚡️In this episode Hydroxide and I examine various food trends circulating right now and uncover what’s nonsense and what’s worth …

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Why This Plastic Surgeon DOESN’T Want You To Go Under the Knife | Dr Anthony Youn 39:46

16d ago39:46

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💬 In this episode Dr Anthony Youn and I discuss the biggest and latest trends in plastic surgery - and how to know when you should get work done. ⚡️Anthony is one of America’s most trusted plastic surgeons and a leading voice for safe, ethical cosmetic procedures. With millions of followers online, he’s known for cutting through the hype and sharin…

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How To Rethink Your Diet & Eat Smarter | Dr Federica Amati 48:43

23d ago48:43

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💬 In this episode Dr Federica Amati explore how our nutritional needs change and evolve at different stages in our life, and explain how the science of good health is much more clear than we’re led to believe. ⚡️Federica is the Head Nutritionist at ZOE and Nutrition Lead at Imperial Medicine and WellFounded Health. She’s also the best-selling autho…

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Want Better Coffee at Home? James Hoffmann’s Simplest Tips Ever 57:06

29d ago57:06

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💬 “ Now the UK drinks more coffee than tea…which I think is fascinating.” ~James Hoffmann ⚡️ James Hoffmann is THE coffee expert. On YouTube and Instagram, he shares an untold amount of wisdom for all would-be coffee connoisseurs. He’s the 2007 World Barista Champion, author of "The World Atlas of Coffee" and co-founder of Square Mile Coffee Roast…

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Why You Should Be Taking Omega-3 Supplements | Prof. Philip Calder 36:27

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💬 “ Omega-3s have important health attributes right across the life course. They're right up there with fruit and veg” ⚡️ Philip Calder is professor of nutritional immunology in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Southampton. His specific areas of interest are inflammation and the health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids. ⚡ In this episode…

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How Endometriosis Hijacks Your Gut, Brain, and Fertility | Dr Jill Ingenito 1:00:09

1M ago1:00:09

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💬 “ When people come in to see me for pelvic pain, you need to convince me that you DON’T have endometriosis.” ⚡️ Dr Jill Ingenito is an endometriosis excision surgeon, one of few Ob/Gyn’s specialising in the field. She’s amassed a strong following online, talking about this chronically under represented health issue affecting so many women. ⚡ In …

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Master These Mental Health Tricks For A Better Life | Dr Julie Smith 56:38

2M ago56:38

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💬 “If you start treating yourself as someone you care about, then you can turn things around” ~Dr Julie ⚡️ Dr Julie Smith is a clinical psychologist, bestselling author and content creator. She’s become the go-to online resource for mental health tips and tricks (you may have seen her viral videos on TikTok and Instagram). ⚡ In this episode Julie a…

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Nutrition Science Is Changing - Here’s What You Need to Know | Dr Sarah Berry 53:25

2M ago53:25

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💬 “How you eat is so important, the time of day, how fast you eat, the ordering of the meal, how much sleep you’ve had” ~Dr Sarah Berry ⚡️ Dr Sarah Berry is a nutrition scientist at King’s College London, and Chief Scientist at ZOE. Her main areas of expertise revolve around the hot topic of precision or personalised nutrition. ⚡ In this episode Sa…

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Why 80% Of Alzheimer’s Cases Could Be Prevented | The Brain Docs 1:05:08

2M ago1:05:08

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💬 “If we focus on our cognitive health early on, about 80% of dementias could be prevented” ~The Brain Docs ⚡️ The Brain Docs are Drs Dean and Ayesha Sherzai. They are neurologists and codirectors of the Brain Health and Alzheimer’s Prevention Program at Loma Linda University Medical Center. They’re also the authors of ‘The Alzheimer’s Solution’ an…

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How Human BODY PARTS Are Being Illegally Traded Around the World | Scott Carney 47:40

2M ago47:40

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💬 “ We are basically farming poor people for their organs, and that is dystopian.” ~Scott Carney ⚡️ Scott Carney is an investigative journalist and author of “The Red Market”, where he investigates the macabre underworld of the global body trade. Scott is also a well-known YouTuber, where he exposes and debunks science grifters. ⚡ In this episode S…

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Is Everyone Taking Steroids Now? | Noel Deyzel 43:09

3M ago43:09

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💬 “ My mission is to help save people from a lot of the mistakes that I have made.” ~Noel Deyzel ⚡️ Noel Deyzel is a bodybuilder and fitness influencer, known for his openness about his steroid use. He’s amassed millions of followers online, discussing diet and exercise strategies, and spreading messages about positive mindset and motivation. ⚡ In …

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Memory Glitches: Can You Trust What You Remember? | Charan Ranganath 52:37

3M ago52:37

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💬 “ Form memories with intention - and make the decisions in daily life that will give you the memories you want to hold onto.” ~Charan Ranganath ⚡️ Charan Ranganath is a Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience and director of the Dynamic Memory Lab at the University of California at Davis. He’s also the author of Why We Remember: The Science of M…

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Zen Monk’s Guide To Slowing Down & Enjoying Life | Haemin Sunim 54:26

3M ago54:26

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💬 “ When you slow down and actually appreciate what we already have, that is the path to true happiness.” ~Haemin Sunim ⚡️ Haemin Sunim is a Zen Buddhist Monk and author of three books - all of which focus on mindfulness, self compassion and finding peace in a busy world. ⚡ In this episode Haemin and I explore the teachings of Zen Buddhism, and lea…

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Make America Healthy Again: Toxic Food or Toxic Information? | Dr Jessica Knurick 1:01:06

3M ago1:01:06

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💬 “[MAHA’s] reliance on corrupt scientists and poisonous food additives is really a distraction from the real systemic issues.” ~Jessica Knurick ⚡️ Dr Jessica Knurick has a PhD in nutrition science and takes an evidence-based approach to her role as a dietician. She’s been gaining a lot of attention on social media for her work debunking false heal…

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19. ADHD and nutrition with Becca King 1:09:09

3M ago1:09:09

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In today’s episode host Abby Langer explores the intricate world of ADHD nutrition with Becca King, a renowned ADHD nutritionist. They dive into the impact of ADHD on nutrition, food choices, and daily functioning, shedding light on common misconceptions and the different ADHD types. The conversation highlights essential elements such as executive …

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Can We Cheat Death? Nobel Prize Winner Breaks Down the Science of Living Forever 57:34

4M ago57:34

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💬 “Evolution doesn't select for longevity. It doesn't care how long you live.” ~Venki Ramakrishnan ⚡️ Venki Ramakrishnan is a Nobel Prize-winning biologist, former president of the Royal Society and author of Why We Die: The New Science of Ageing and Longevity. ⚡ In this episode Venki and I uncover the science of why we die, whether there’s a biolo…

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18. Embracing Fitness over 50 with Beth Wilkes Farrako 47:54

4M ago47:54

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In this episode of Aggressive Salad, host Abby Langer is joined by Beth Wilkes Farrako, a renowned nutrition and strength coach. They discuss the importance of fitness and strength training for women, particularly those over 50, and how the industry is evolving to become more inclusive. Beth shares insights on overcoming societal pressures around a…

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Do You Really Need An Oura Ring For Better Sleep? | Dr Sujay Kansagra 47:46

4M ago47:46

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💬 “If you have a problem with your sleep, it'll worsen just about every medical condition or psychiatric condition that you're experiencing. ~Dr Sujay Kansagra ⚡️ Dr Sujay Kansagra is a double board certified sleep specialist, also known as That Sleep Doc on Instagram. He’s stacked full of solutions on how you can get to sleep faster, feel more res…

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17. Obesity, Genetics, and Medical Interventions: A Deep Dive with Dr. Carl and Dr. Spencer Nadolski 54:37

4M ago54:37

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In this episode of Aggressive Salad, host Abby Langer is joined by brothers Dr. Carl and Dr. Spencer Nadolski. The Nadolski brothers are medical professionals specializing in lipidology, obesity medicine, internal medicine, endocrinology, and family medicine. They discuss their careers and contributions to obesity management, including Spencer's ro…

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The Science of Healthy Ageing: Secrets of a Long, Healthy Life | Dr Elena Mucci 54:11

4M ago54:11

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💬 “Hello, wake up everyone. We are living in the 21st century. We are now able to make you live into your 90s, 100s. But that does mean you will be living with chronic disease. So it is everyone's business.” ~Dr Elena Mucci ⚡️ Dr Elena Mucci is consultant physician, geriatrician and university lecturer. She has a strong presence online and features…

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16. Redefining Women’s Fitness: A Chat with Molly Galbraith 57:21

4M ago57:21

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In this episode, host Abby Langer talks with Molly Galbraith, founder of “GGS Academy” and “Girls Gone Strong”, about her journey in health and fitness spanning over 19 years. They discuss the evolution of women's strength training, the crucial role of evidence-based interdisciplinary health and fitness education for women, and the importance of pr…

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How To Beat Allergies & The Next Big Pandemic Threat with Dr Zachary Rubin 53:39

4M ago53:39

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💬 “We're chronically online, chronically on our phones and tablets. But we need to spend more time outdoors and playing outside and getting our hands in dirt.” ~Dr Zachary Rubin ⚡️ Dr Zachary Rubin is a pediatric allergist and clinical immunologist, known for hula hooping and sporting a variety of colourful bowties on social media. ⚡ In this episod…

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15. Nutrition Facts vs. Pseudoscience: A Conversation with Dr. Idz 55:57

4M ago55:57

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In this episode, Abby Langer talks to Dr. Idz, a UK-based medical doctor and nutrition researcher, about nutrition science and the misinformation prevalent on social media. Dr. Idz highlights the complexity of nutrition research, debunks common myths about seed oils and glucose management, and stresses the importance of evidence-based practice. The…

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Should EVERYONE Be Taking Ozempic? Dr Mike Israetel’s Shocking Take 53:46

4M ago53:46

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💬 “ I would say [weight loss injections] come pretty close to being health elixirs. Taking these drugs is better for almost everyone, than not taking these drugs.” ~Dr Mike Israetel ⚡️ Returning guest Dr Mike Israetel is a fitness expert with a PhD in Sport Physiology. As the founder of Renaissance Periodization, Mike is known for his science-based…

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14. Beyond the Diet Fads: Alan Flanagan on Carbs, Fats, and Healthy Eating 55:34

5M ago55:34

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In this enlightening episode of Aggressive Salad, Abby is joined by nutrition science educator and researcher Alan Flanagan to discuss a range of topics; including his transition from a legal career to focusing on nutrition, the importance of understanding diet composition, and the myths surrounding low-carb and keto diets. Alan also delves into th…

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You’re Blinking Wrong (And Other Eye Health Mistakes) - Dr Joseph Allen 59:56

5M ago59:56

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💬 “ Eye health, your vision, is so much more than just, ‘I think I see well’. There's way more going on.” ~Dr Joseph Allen ⚡️ Dr Joseph Allen, aka Doctor Eye Health, is an optometrist in the US with a massive following on social media, where he shares science-backed ways to protect your eyes. ⚡️ In this episode Joey and I explain why it’s time to g…

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13. Misguided fitness Influencers and Misconceptions about Supplements with Dr. Adrian Chavez 57:32

5M ago57:32

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In this episode of 'Aggressive Salad,' the host is joined by Dr. Adrian Chavez to discuss widespread nutrition misinformation. Dr. Chavez shares his journey from academia to content creation, emphasizing the importance of integrating accurate nutrition guidance into healthcare. The conversation also delves into the pitfalls of sensationalized, emot…

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Your Teeth Are Secretly Destroying Your Health (And How To Fix Them) | Whitney DiFoggio 54:29

5M ago54:29

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💬 “ The mouth is the gateway to the entire body. It's not just about having a cute, pretty, cosmetically nice smile. It really directly impacts your overall health in so many ways.” ~Whitney DiFoggio ⚡️ Whitney DiFoggio, AKA TeethTalkGirl, is a dental hygienist who shares evidence-based dental advice online - while debunking all the misinformation …

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Pelvic Floor Secrets That Can Transform Your Health & Sex (for Men & Women) - with Dr Rena Malik 56:01

6M ago56:01

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💬 “ I know my patients get nervous around me, because this is not their normal, right? But I am looking at genitalia and examining people every single day, multiple times a day.” ~Dr Rena Malik ⚡️ Dr Rena Malik is a board-certified urologist, pelvic surgeon, sexual health expert and YouTuber. Her channel covers everything from frequent nighttime pe…

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Raw Milk, Fluoride, and Cancer Myths: Are You Falling for These Health Scares? With Dr Andrea Love 56:41

6M ago56:41

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💬 “Anybody can fall prey to this type of misinformation. It does a lot of harm” ~Dr Andrea Love ⚡️ Dr Andrea Love is an immunologist and microbiologist, and founder of ImmunoLogic - an organisation dedicated to debunking the worst of internet pseudoscience and improving science literacy. ⚡️ Andrea and I have a long list of misinformation to get thr…

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Can You Really Get Ripped Training Just Twice a Week? | Dr Brad Shoenfeld 45:39

6M ago45:39

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💬 “There's compelling evidence now that with a fairly minimalistic routine you can see very good results” ~Dr Brad Schoenfeld ⚡️ Dr Brad Schoenfeld is the go-to guy when it comes to muscle building advice. Known as “The Hypertrophy Specialist”, he’s authored more than 200 scientific papers on the subject and his work is cited by fitness professiona…

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Is Chocolate The Secret To Better Health? | Spencer Hyman 1:10:34

6M ago1:10:34

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💬 “Chocolate has got more complexity of flavour than just about anything else on the planet” ~Spencer Hyman ⚡️ Spencer Hyman is the Co-Founder & Chair of Chocolate at Cocoa Runners, a company that sources the world’s best craft chocolate and brings them all together under one roof. Spencer is a chocolate and flavour nerd and hosts regular tasting e…

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The extratime Voice Notes Podcast - Season 2 - Episode 51 - A Final Season Wrap with Oisin Langan, Barry Murphy and Gareth McGlynn 32:53

6M ago32:53

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Send your your thoughts, opinions or feedback on any topics discussed on our podcasts A final Voice Notes for the 2024 League of Ireland season as Oisin, Barry and Gareth chat about how the season ended! Support the showBy extratime.com

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How Your Gut Bacteria Are Controlling Your Brain with Dr Jonathan Swann 46:49

7M ago46:49

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💬 “Microbes can influence things like behaviour, mood, cognition. We're starting to see links with things like Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease as well.” ~Dr Jonathan Swann ⚡️ Dr Jonathan Swann from the University of Southampton is one of the UK’s leading experts on the gut microbiome, with a particular interest in the gut-brain axis. ⚡️…

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How to Enjoy Running Even If You Hate It: Tips from Ultra Runner Tommy Lewis 54:31

7M ago54:31

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💬 “If you are doing it with too much grit and a snarly face and “I'm really tough”, it's not actually that sustainable and enjoyable. It's not that deep. You're just going for a run” -Tommy Lewis ⚡️ Tommy Lewis is a London based ultra runner with a love of the outdoors. He shares his passion for running with a devoted following on Instagram, in an …

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Eargasms, Earwax & The Earplug Craze: How To REALLY Protect Your Hearing with Dr Joseph Manjaly 47:33

7M ago47:33

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💬 “I'm out here to raise awareness about something that is so precious. We only realise the value of it when we lose it.” ~Dr Joseph Manjaly ⚡️ Dr Joseph Manjaly is a consultant ear, nose and throat surgeon, who works at the internationally renowned Royal National ENT Hospital in Central London. He also runs The Ear & Hearing Specialist Clinic and …

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The extratime Voice Notes Podcast - Season 2 - Episode 50 - Keith Treacy, Ruadhri Higgins, Stephen Kenny, Conor Kearns, Stephen Finn, Donal Ryan, Barry Murphy 41:52

7M ago41:52

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Send your your thoughts, opinions or feedback on any topics discussed on our podcasts On this edition of the Voice Notes podcast with Oisin Langan, we hear from: Keith Treacy Ruadhri Higgins Stephen Kenny Conor Kearns Stephen Finn Donal Ryan Barry Murphy Support the showBy extratime.com

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The Blue Zones Are A Scam: Dr Saul Newman Reveals the Biggest Corruption in Longevity Research 1:01:05

7M ago1:01:05

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💬 “82% of people in Japan over the age of 100 turned out to be dead. And they didn't check them all. It is crazy. It is completely crazy.” -Dr Saul Newman ⚡️ Dr Saul Newman from the Oxford Institute of Population Ageing, won an Ig Nobel Prize for research debunking data on the world’s oldest people. His soon to be released book ‘Morbid: an iconocla…

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The extratime Voice Notes Podcast - Season 2 - Episode 49 - The title race continues - Stephen McPhail - Paul Crowley - Jon Flanagan - Johnny McDonnell 15:08

8M ago15:08

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Send your your thoughts, opinions or feedback on any topics discussed on our podcasts On this edition of the Voice Notes podcast with Oisin Langan, we hear from: Paul Crowley and Stephen McPhail on Drogheda United's defeat to Shamrock Rovers. Jon Flanagan on Dundalk's devastation and Derry City's win Johnny McDonnell on St. Patrick's Athletic win o…

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Do Your Genes Make You Fat? With Dr Giles Yeo 1:01:01

8M ago1:01:01

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💬 “People think I’m anti-physics. I’m not anti-physics. Calories don’t give you the information to improve your diet.” ⚡️ Dr Giles Yeo is a geneticist at Cambridge University specialising in obesity and how our brain controls food intake. He’s also the author of ‘Why Calories Don't Count’ and ‘Gene Eating’. ⚡️ In this episode Giles and I dig into t…

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The extratime Voice Notes Podcast - Season 2 - Episode 48 - Keith Ward - Alan Reynolds - Aaron Bolger 11:01

8M ago11:01

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Send your your thoughts, opinions or feedback on any topics discussed on our podcasts On this edition of the Voice Notes podcast with Oisin Langan, we hear from: Keith Ward Alan Reynolds Aaron Bolger Support the showBy extratime.com

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Are We Too Afraid of Ultra Processed Food? with Chris Van Tulleken 1:09:19

8M ago1:09:19

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⚡️ Is it all or nothing when it comes to ultra-processed foods? Or can we have our cake and eat it too? There’s a lot of fear around UPFs, but is it doing any good? ⚡️ Dr Chris Van Tulleken is a BBC broadcaster and author of “Ultra Processed People: Why Do We All Eat Stuff That Isn’t Food … and Why Can’t We Stop?” ⚡️ In this episode Chris and I dig…

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From Acne to Anti-Aging: Skincare Advice You Need to Hear - Dr Muneeb Shah 1:02:56

8M ago1:02:56

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💬 “There is so much nonsense out there. The harm of brand marketing to the trust of skincare in general is hard to come back from.” ~Dr Muneeb Shah ⚡️ Dr Muneeb Shah, known as the ‘DermDoctor’, is a board certified dermatologist and one of the most followed science-based skinfluencers in the world. ⚡️ In this episode, Muneeb and I dig into the anat…

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The extratime Voice Notes Podcast - Season 2 - Episode 47- Shels 2 - 3 Pats - Barry Murphy - Ronan MacNamara 24:24

8M ago24:24

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Send your your thoughts, opinions or feedback on any topics discussed on our podcasts On this edition of the Voice Notes podcast with Oisin Langan, we hear from: Barry Murphy on a dramatic Monday night clash in Tolka between Shels and Pats Ronan MacNamara, reporting live from Tolka Park, provides his voice note on the game's action Support the show…

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The Dark Side of P*rn: Why Violence is on the Rise - Maree Crabbe 55:22

8M ago55:22

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💬 “When a 13 year old boy stumbles across pornography, I don't think very many of them are interested in seeing women being gagged or choked or degraded. But that is likely to be what they'll see” -Maree Crabbe ⚡️ Maree Crabbe is the Co-Founder of ‘It’s Time We Talked’, an organisation helping children and young people avoid porn’s influence. She h…

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The extratime Voice Notes Podcast - Season 2 - Episode 46 - Aidan Keena - Keith Treacy - Barry Murphy 26:36

8M ago26:36

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Send your your thoughts, opinions or feedback on any topics discussed on our podcasts On this edition of the Voice Notes podcast with Oisin Langan, we hear from: Barry Murphy on Derry City -v- Shamrock Rovers and the Derry dive Keith Treacy on Pats v Waterford and if the Ireland manager should go to games. Plus Aidan Keena on the good vibe of the S…

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Why Allergies Are Rising Fast - Professor Adam Fox 1:01:40

8M ago1:01:40

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💬 “We've seen a marked increase in the amount of food allergy that's around, and it now affects 5% of UK children. Even in the adult population, it's become a major health issue.” -Prof Adam Fox ⚡️ Dr Adam Fox is a professor in paediatric allergy and runs award-winning private practice Allergy London. He’s also vocal on social media, helping people…

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The extratime Voice Notes Podcast - Season 2 - Episode 45 - John Frost - Jon Daly - Donal Ryan - Barry Murphy - Patrick O'Connor 27:03

9M ago27:03

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Send your your thoughts, opinions or feedback on any topics discussed on our podcasts On this edition of the Voice Notes podcast with Oisin Langan, we hear from: John Frost and Jon Daly at the RSC as Dundalk beat Waterford Donal Ryan and Barry Murphy Shamrock Rovers win over Sligo Rovers Patrick O'Connor on Bohs big cup win over UCD Support the sho…

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The 3 Biggest Deathbed Regrets (And How To Avoid Them) - Hospice Nurse Julie 50:45

9M ago50:45

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💬 “Death is not a dirty word. You can say it. You can say he's dying. You can say they've died.” -Julie McFadden ⚡️ Julie McFadden, known as Hospice Nurse Julie on social media, uses her firsthand knowledge and experience to alleviate the fear and stigma around death and dying. It’s the subject of her new book “Nothing to Fear”. ⚡️ In this episode,…

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