Best Interior Designer Ariel Podcasts (2025)

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Client Spotlight — The Stories Behind the Spaces 11:11

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6d ago11:11

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Theme: Healing Through Design Sometimes, a project is more than a project. It’s a second chance. In this powerful episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle, Ariel shares the deeply personal story behind one of her most transformative design projects to date—a whole-home remodel in Dallas that began in chaos and ended in healing. What started as a design re…

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Building More Than Homes — A Season of Gratitude & Growth 15:52

13d ago15:52

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After a quiet summer packed with lessons, transformations, and purpose-driven pivots, The Aeroview Lifestyle returns—refreshed and realigned. In this deeply personal episode, Ariel opens up about the growth that’s happened behind the scenes at Aeroview Design Co.—from hard-earned business wisdom and project delays to milestone wins, spiritual break…

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Summer Maintenance & Materials — What to Know When You Design to Last 9:35

5M ago9:35

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Episode 12: Summer Maintenance & Materials — What to Know When You Design to Last Series Theme: Summer in the Sky – June Week 4 Luxury isn’t just how a space looks—it’s how well it holds up. In this episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle, Ariel takes you behind the scenes of a real client transformation at a lakeside retreat, and unpacks the smart mater…

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Flying Home for Summer — Tips for Vacation-Style Interiors 11:15

5M ago11:15

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Episode 11: Flying Home for Summer — Tips for Vacation-Style Interiors Series Theme: Summer in the Sky – June Week 3 What if your home could feel like a five-star getaway—every time you walk through the door? In this week’s episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle, Ariel shares her signature approach to creating vacation-style interiors that support a sum…

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From Blank Walls to Heartfelt Living 10:25

5M ago10:25

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Episode 10: From Blank Walls to Heartfelt Living Series Theme: Summer in the Sky – June Week 2 What happens when a home finally starts to feel like you? In this heartfelt episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle, Ariel walks you through a full start-to-finish transformation of a real client project: a whole-home refresh for a busy family who had been livi…

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Designing for the Seasons: Creating a Summer-Ready Home 15:27

6M ago15:27

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Episode 9: Designing for the Seasons — Creating a Summer-Ready Home Series Theme: Summer in the Sky – June Week 1 Summer isn’t just a season—it’s a design opportunity. In this episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle, Ariel kicks off June’s Summer in the Sky series with a fresh and elevated guide to seasonal design. Whether you’re living in a custom hanga…

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Personalization Pitfalls — What to Avoid When Customizing Your Home 15:27

6M ago15:27

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Series Theme: The Power of Personalization – Week 4 Personalization is powerful—but done wrong, it can leave your home feeling overdone, dysfunctional, or completely disconnected from you. In this final episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle's May series, Ariel pulls back the curtain on the five biggest mistakes homeowners make when customizing their sp…

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How to Infuse Your Story and Lifestyle Into Every Room 15:27

6M ago15:27

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Series Theme: The Power of Personalization – Week 3 Your home should be more than beautiful—it should tell your story. In this actionable and inspiring episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle, Ariel reveals how to bring soul, style, and intentionality into every room of your home—without clutter or cliché. Whether you’re a frequent flyer, luxury home ent…

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Her Aviation Sanctuary — Creating Signature Spaces That Reflect Who You Are 15:27

7M ago15:27

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What happens when a woman who’s spent her life in the sky finally asks for a place to land—and belong? In this deeply moving episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle, Ariel shares the real story behind Her Aviation Sanctuary—an aviation-inspired home designed for a private pilot who longed for more than square footage. She craved stillness, softness, and …

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Why Personalization Is the Ultimate Luxury in Aviation Home Design 15:50

7M ago15:50

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What separates a high-end home from a truly unforgettable one? In this premiere episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle, host Ariel Merk—founder of Aeroview Design Co.—dives deep into why personalization is the new gold standard in luxury aviation home design. From custom architectural details inspired by runway lighting to meaningful spaces that reflect…

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Bonus: Dr. Jessica Zucker on miscarriage 45:17

7M ago45:17

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You might know Dr Jessica Zucker better as @IHadAMiscarriage, the campaigner who helped thousands of women to tell their stories of loss. She joins us to tell us about her new book Normalize It: Upending the Silence, Stigma and Shame That Shapes Women's Lives. She discusses pregnancy loss and how it can change your life. Sorry about the strange hum…

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Designing Around the Hangar: Layout, Flow & Function for Aviation Homes 10:36

7M ago10:36

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Join Ariel on The Aeroview Lifestyle for an in-depth exploration of one of the most critical (and overlooked) elements in aviation home design: the layout. In this episode, Ariel dives into how the flow and function of your hangar-connected home can make or break your day-to-day living—regardless of style or finishes. She shares real-life stories o…

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Scandinavian Meets Organic Modern: Designing a Peaceful Hangar Home Retreat 9:44

7M ago9:44

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What happens when a private pilot wants a home that doesn’t scream “aviation,” but still fits seamlessly above his T-hangar? You get this—an elevated, Scandinavian-organic modern retreat designed to be the ultimate post-flight sanctuary. In this episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle, Ariel walks you through a recent hangar home project crafted for a cl…

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Why Aviation Homes Are the Future of Luxury Living 5:17

7M ago5:17

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What if your home could give you more than just a place to live—what if it could give you freedom? In this episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle, Ariel dives into why aviation homes are quickly becoming the new gold standard in luxury living. From the rise of lifestyle-first design to the unmatched convenience of living where you fly, this conversation…

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Welcome to The Aeroview Lifestyle: Where Design Takes Flight 4:16

8M ago4:16

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Welcome to the very first episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle! I'm your host, Ariel—interior designer, aviation enthusiast, and founder of Aeroview Design Co.—and I’m so excited you’re here. In this kickoff episode, I’m sharing the story behind Aeroview: how a simple love for flying and design came together to create a business that redefines what it…

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BONUS: Emily Oster 42:47

10M ago42:47

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We're back for one night only and we're joined by economist, author, data scientist and all-round HERO Emily Oster, who tells us what the data says about everything from Just Relaxing to acupuncture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Merry Christmas! 50:57

11M ago50:57

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Well, that's a wrap for series 7. To celebrate, Gabby and Emma are raising a festive glass and answering questions from listeners. They're also exchanging gifts - you be the judge of who's the winner. Lots of hugs for your jourrrrney in 2025 - and see you soon! You can sign up to our substack at https://bigfatnegative.substack.com/. Hosted on Acast…

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Amber Izzo and Katie Rollings on ending the IVF postcode lottery 45:42

12M ago45:42

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We've heard some heart-breaking stories about the IVF postcode lottery - people who've aged out of their ICB's limit as they tried to lose weight to start IVF, couples who aren't allowed NHS-funded IVF because one person has a child from a former relationship. Amber Izzo and Katie Rollings want to do something about that. Today we talk to them abou…

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It's Louise Brown!!!! 37:56

12M ago37:56

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This week we are lucky enough to be joined by THE Louise Joy Brown, the first IVF baby. She talks about how her mum felt about going through IVF, her relationship with Bob Edwards, Patrick Steptoe and Jean Purdy, and why the science is now more important than ever. No Prof T again this week. To sign up to our Substack, you can go to https://bigfatn…

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Aisha Balesaria on childlessness not by choice 48:04

12M ago48:04

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This week we're talking to Aisha Balesaria, aka Mind Body Revival Coach, about childlessness not by choice. She discusses her chronic endometriosis and adenomyosis, and explains why having a strong idea of why you want a baby in the first place can be a great first step to deciding when to give up IVF treatment. You can find Aisha's book, We Are On…

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'Joy' creators Rachel Mason and Jack Thorne 34:58

12M ago34:58

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Surprise! We're here on a Friday to give you a little something extra: an interview with the screenwriters of the new Netflix movie Joy, which comes out today, starring Thomasin McKenzie, James Norton and Bill Nighy, about Jean Purdy, Robert Edwards and Patrick Steptoe, the creators of IVF. Rachel Mason and Jack Thorne tell us about how their own e…

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Jessica Hepburn returns 53:40

1y ago53:40

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Last time we spoke to the author, adventurer and arts producer Jessica Hepburn was way back in 2019, when we talked about how she swam the English channel. Now she's back, to talk about her climb up Mount Everest - and why she listened to the entire back catalogue of Desert Island Discs while she did it. Meanwhile, Professor Tim is talking sperm cu…

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Maxine Peake and Hayley Jayne Standing 1:11:10

1y ago1:11:10

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Bafta-nominated actor and director Maxine Peake and the actor and writer Hayley Standing discuss their new short, Incompatible, which tells the story of a pregnant woman who is told her baby is incompatible with life, and their experiences of infertility. You can watch the film at https://vimeo.com/713200159, or see the trailer on its Instagram acc…

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Ariel Taylor on surrogacy 57:53

1y ago57:53

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In the second of our duo of episodes on surrogacy, Ariel Taylor, the founder of fertility and surrogacy organisation Carried With Love, talks about being a gestational carrier five times - and how it felt when she lost one of those pregnancies. Meanwhile, Prof T talks beta tests - why do some clinics do them and others don't? Scroll to 53:21 to hea…

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Ginanne Brownell on surrogacy 40:51

1y ago40:51

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Ginanne Brownell is a journalist whose jourrrrney took her to surrogacy via failed rounds of IVF and a very snazzy tattoo. Her new book, ‘Elusive Mommyhood: An Investigative Reporter's Personal Journey Into IVF and Surrogacy’ explores the history and politics of surrogacy in detail. And if you also want an Aku'aba tattoo, here it is. Meanwhile, Pro…

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Poet Harry Baker 1:15:40

1y ago1:15:40

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The poet Harry Baker went viral this summer for his poem Trying, a heart-rending description of the anguish of infertility (/ode to German linguistic precision). He joins us today to talk about his creative process and why putting into words what you are going through is so important. Meanwhile Prof (or is it Dr?) Tim talks about antibiotics: can y…

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Queer baby-making, with Marea Goodman 43:54

1y ago43:54

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If you make it past the unusually rambly intro, this episode we talk to Marea Goodman, a midwife who specialises in helping queer couples to conceive. We discuss at-home IUIs and the dangers of buying sperm online. Meanwhile, Professor Tim is talking about sex: should you do it after an embryo transfer? Swears, probably. Hosted on Acast. See acast.…

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What it's like to have a miscarriage, with Poppy Child 55:11

1y ago55:11

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Poppy Child isn't our usual guest: she's a doula whose social media feeds are stuffed with advice on giving birth. But she has also experienced pregnancy loss, and that's what we're talking about today. TRIGGER WARNING: This episode covers pregnancy loss and miscarriage in detail. Please don't listen if you can't. Meanwhile, Professor Tim is talkin…

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All about wombs, with Leah Hazard 54:36

1y ago54:36

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This week we're joined by Leah Hazard, the author of Womb: The Inside Story of Where We All Began. We talk about the things we don't know about the womb - like sperm crypts! - and current research which gives those suffering infertility just the tiniest glimmer of hope. Meanwhile, Professor Tim is talking about sugar - should we avoid it when we're…

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Egg freezing with Scarlette Douglas 45:23

1y ago45:23

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We're joined today by the TV host Scarlette Douglas, who tells us about her experiences of freezing her eggs. There's a bit of chat in here about possible side-effects of egg freezing: suffice it to say that if you experience numbness during your stim cycle, please go straight to A&E. Meanwhile, Professor Tim is answering an interesting question: a…

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Childless cat ladies with Kat Brown 49:16

1y ago49:16

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We're kicking off the seventh series by examining the problem of childless cat ladies: who, exactly, were JD Vance's comments aimed at? Not us, apparently - and yet we have taken great offence anyway. We're joined by Kat Brown, a self-confessed childless cat lady, to discuss what it all means. Meanwhile, Professor Tim is looking at probiotics - can…

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Gabby's last go: The conclusion 22:27

2y ago22:27

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It's Gabby's last spin of the wheel, as she uses her final embryo. How did it go? Find out here. TRIGGER WARNING: This episode reveals the result of a round of IVF. If you are not ready to hear that, please look after your heart and listen some other time. Contains swears. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Gabby's last go 21:03

2y ago21:03

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A bonus episode: Gabby prepares for the transfer of her final embryo. Swears throughout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Gabby Special: Episode 4 - Test time 26:13

2+ y ago26:13

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*** TRIGGER WARNING: THIS EPISODE INCLUDES DISCUSSION ABOUT A PREGNANCY TEST RESULT AFTER AN IVF ROUND. PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN IF THIS ISN'T THE RIGHT TIME FOR YOU *** It's the end of the TWW, which means... pregnancy test time. But it isn't straightforward for Gabby. The girls discuss the result of the (eventual) test, how it feels when she already …

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Gabby Special: Episode 3 - Elbow deep in the TWW 27:33

2+ y ago27:33

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It's just after transfer day and Gabby, stuck in the two-week wait (TWW) isn't doing well. The girls discuss symptom spotting, when to test and how to get through the TWW without losing your mind. Swears throughout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Gabby Special: Episode 2 22:01

2+ y ago22:01

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Hi! Are you a new listener? We suggest you go back and start from the beginning, so you get to know us properly. BFN is back for a special mini-series, as we follow Gabby on her second jourrrrney! In the second episode she prepares for her transfer, enjoys a moment of notoriety and worries about her scan - for an uncharacteristically gross reason. …

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Gabby Special: Episode 1 23:03

2+ y ago23:03

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Hi! Are you a new listener? We suggest you go back and start from the beginning, so you get to know us properly. BFN is back for a special mini-series, as we follow Gabby on her second jourrrrney! In this episode we're talking about her decision to go again, the process so far and why she's worried about her timing. Enjoying the series? Please rate…

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Izzy Judd 59:44

3y ago59:44

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It's the last episode of the series, so we've got a special guest for you: Izzy Judd, one of the first celebrities to speak out about her infertility. We talk about what it was like to go through IVF in the public eye, and how she discovered what had stopped her periods. Meanwhile, Prof Tim is talking about endometriosis - can it prevent implantati…

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Leftover embryos: The options 1:03:51

3y ago1:03:51

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'Embabies', 'frosties' - we give our embryos many names, but there may come a time when we reach the end of the TTC road and have blastocysts left over. Today we speak to fellow fertility podcaster Natalie Silverman about how she came to the decision to say goodbye to hers, while embryologist Millie Kanani explains how the process works. Meanwhile,…

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The world's first fertility officer 1:01:22

3y ago1:01:22

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This week we're joined by Natalie Sutherland, the world's first fertility officer, and Somaya Ouazzani. With a shared background in corporate law, the two have started In/Fertility in the City, a space to share stories about going through fertility struggles while working in high-powered roles. Meanwhile, Professor Tim addresses Covid and its effec…

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Erin Holland 1:06:50

3y ago1:06:50

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TRIGGER WARNING: CONTAINS THE RESULT OF A PREGNANCY TEST. PLEASE TURN OFF AFTER 44:19 IF YOU CAN'T LISTEN - and please look after your heart first. Model, presenter, singer and generally impressive woman Erin Holland joins us to talk about her slightly unusual fertility journeeey, and the circumstances in which she finds herself having to hoard emb…

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The Worst Girl Gang Ever 1:16:34

3y ago1:16:34

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The people we're talking to today need no introduction: The Worst Girl Gang ever is one of the UK's biggest podcasts on pregnancy loss and miscarriage - so big they've just published their first book. We speak to Bex and Laura about losing their babies, the 'uglies', and why they started their gang. Meanwhile, Professor Tim explains whether you can…

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Claire Lynch on the significance of Small 1:01:55

3+ y ago1:01:55

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Author Claire Lynch joins us to talk about her book Small: On Motherhoods, same-sex TTC, and what it's like to have premature twins. Meanwhile, Emma has Some News and Professor Tim addresses our second-silliest question so far. Swears throughout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Knackered Knackers on male factor infertility and using a sperm donor 1:06:24

3+ y ago1:06:24

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What is wrong with Emma's mic today? We don't know, but we're sorry. Normal service will resume next week. We're joined by Shaun Greenaway, aka Knackered Knackers, who talks about what it's like to find out you have azoospermia and how he came to the decision to use a sperm donor. Meanwhile, Professor Tim explains why you can't breastfeed and go th…

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Bonus: Paying for IVF and fertility treatment 49:55

3+ y ago49:55

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IN PARTNERSHIP WITH GAIA: We're here on a Monday for a special episode to discuss funding IVF and fertility treatment. We've got an amazing panel including campaigners Wegan, journalist Alex Holder and Nader AlSalim, the founder and CEO of Gaia, to talk about the ups and downs (mainly downs) of financing your fertility treatment. To find out more a…

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Interior Design Masters' Amy Davies on multiple miscarriage 1:05:49

3+ y ago1:05:49

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Amy Davies moved thousands of viewers to tears (and dozens of you to message us) when she shared her experiences of infertility on the show Interior Design Masters. Today she joins us to talk about the multiple miscarriages she has suffered, and how she used her time on the show to pull herself out of the IVF trench. Elsewhere, we are speaking to W…

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Emma Barnett on infertility, IVF and endometriosis 1:08:13

3+ y ago1:08:13

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Emma Barnett is the host of Woman's Hour and Newsnight - and she's also struggling to conceive her second child. In May this year she wrote a tell-all piece for the Times, in which she described her six (now seven) rounds of IVF and the miscarriage she suffered. Here, she tells Emma and Gabby what she's been through, how she holds down her career w…

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Fertility Show special 57:32

3+ y ago57:32

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Gabby and Emma speak to Sophie Sulehria and Laura Biggs from the Fertility Show ahead of their appearance at the show next month, and in IVF WTF, Gabby asks Dr Wael Saab, fertility consultant and Deputy Clinical Director at the CRGH, about some of the basics of IVF. If you want tickets to the show, use the code BFN20 to get 20% off at checkout, val…

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Catching up with Sophie 1:03:37

3+ y ago1:03:37

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TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains people describing the result of fertility treatment. if you can't listen right now, switch off when we tell you (after 18:14). Emma and Gabby catch up with Sophie, their guest from last season, to find out what happened after her egg collection - and where she's at now. Swears throughout. Hosted on Acast. See …

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Embryology 101 with Alease the Embryologist 53:31

4y ago53:31

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This week, Gabby talks to TikTok star and embryologist Alease Daniel about how embryos are made, what embryologists are looking for - and whether embryo grades really make a difference. Emma and Gabby also discuss This Is Going to Hurt, the new BBC series. Swears throughout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…