Best What The Feck Is Going On Podcasts (2025)

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From Frozen Grapes to Feck It: Lorna’s (lorzylovey) honest take on life after 40, self-worth, and laughing your way back to health. 1:01:46

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Lorna Cronin aka lorzylovey - joins Paddy and Belinda for a laugh-out-loud, heart-on-sleeve conversation about finding humour and self-worth on the road back to health. From Cork chaos to comedy sketches, from grief to growth, she shares how laughter helped her rebuild confidence when life felt heavy. This episode is equal parts honesty, craic, and…

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The One With a Man: I Know Men Can Be Better 1:04:52

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“Male violence against women and girls is a men’s issue that manifests as a women’s problem.” For the finale, I’ve only gone and let a man on. Very Important note: this isn’t me letting a man have the last word - it’s me calling all of us in. Because change needs everyone in the room if we’re going to do better. I sit down with Andrew Bernard (aka …

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Knackered but Not Done Yet: The Energy Episode 16:25

7d ago16:25

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This one’s for the fixers, the do-it-all queens, the women holding up the sky. Time management? Crock of Shit. Totally useless when your brain is running a marathon in stilettos and everyone’s “can you just…” is knocking on your door every 11 minutes. Today we get real about energy management - the only metric that matters when you’re scaling a bus…

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Fame Tested, Resilience Rose: Leanne Brown on reinvention, belief & bravery 56:04

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What happens when you walk away from the limelight, the marriage and the life that everyone else thought was perfect - and decide to start again? In this episode of It’s Got Pockets, I sit down with Leanne Brown - Real Housewives of Cheshire star, holistic coach, speaker and woman on a mission of self-discovery. Leanne shares the raw, unfiltered st…

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Hello Season 3 - We Are Back! [S3E1] 47:16

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We’re back! After two months away, Paddy and Belinda swap updates on wins, setbacks, and everything in between: Electric Picnic, weddings, the velvet jacket fit-check, maintenance without obsession, training around shoulder pain, and theme-park realities when your body has changed. Expect honesty, laughs, and the usual banter! You’ll hear about Let…

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Unstoppable. Unbreakable. Unrelenting. The weight we carry and the joy we refuse to lose 12:56

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Life at this stage? It’s a paradox. It’s brilliant and brutal. It’s laughter that makes your eyes leak and pressure that makes your chest tight. It’s rich tea biscuits when you really want a caramel hobnob. It’s dropping kids at uni, holding parents through illness, running businesses, leading businesses, keeping homes together and still showing up…

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Burnout, Bow Ties & The Book of Joy with Celia Gaze 55:10

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From NHS burnout to llamas in bow ties… Celia Gaze’s story is one hell of a plot twist. Celia didn’t set out to be a founder. She set out to survive stress. But what started as a piece of coursework about wellbeing turned into The Wellbeing Farm – a wedding and events venue in Bolton where the llamas wear bow ties (yes, really) and joy is stitched …

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Why I laughed when I should’ve led - The self-deprecation trap 15:37

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Hello, hello you bloody lovely humans. Today I’m dismantling my long-term love affair with self-deprecation - the jokes I used to make so nobody else could beat me to it and I’m showing you how I swapped being the punchline for backing my bloody brilliance. Why this matters (the science bit): Self-deprecation ≠ strategy: It can boost likeability bu…

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Who’s On Your Bus? With the joyous and frankly fabulous Penny Haslam 1:01:32

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Everyone needs a Penny in their pocket. Today I’m joined by my new best mate, the fabulous Penny Haslam - award-winning speaker, ex-BBC journalist, professional truth-teller and fellow square peg. We cover the lot: friendship politics, midlife rage, confidence wobbles and why trusting your gut is not a “nice to have”, it’s the ultimate sat-nav. Thi…

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Home-made granola and winning Olympic Gold for Procrastination 13:59

2M ago13:59

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Well, hello you bloody brilliant lot - welcome back to It’s Got Pockets, the podcast for women who are done shrinking to fit and rewriting the rules one plot twist (and one swear word) at a time. This week, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my Olympic-level procrastination skills. Picture this: I had a game-changing proposal to write - the kind o…

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Money, Mortgages & Messy Middle-Aged Plot Twists: The Financial Chat Every Woman Needs 43:25

2M ago43:25

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Well hello, my brilliant bunch - this one is a must-listen. Especially if you’ve ever muttered, “I really should get my financial shit sorted” and then promptly buried your head in a planner and poured a wine. In this episode of It’s Got Pockets, I’m joined by the absolute powerhouse that is Katy Eatenton - mortgage adviser, insurance strategist, f…

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Price Hikes & Panic: What’s Really Going On? 23:27

2M ago23:27

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PRICES INCREASE - SPECIAL EPISODE Paddy and Belinda jump back on the mic for a “microdose” episode after a whirlwind week in obesity care across Ireland and the UK. With sudden price hikes on weight loss medications sparking panic, confusion, and sleepless nights for many, they break down what’s really happening, what misinformation to avoid, and—m…

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Sit the F*ck Down, Doris - The Power of Stopping Before You Burn Out 11:24

2M ago11:24

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Well hello, you bloody brilliant humans. This one’s for every woman still holding the sky up while her soul’s quietly sobbing for a break. In this solo episode, I’m sharing the truth behind the smiling, functioning, got-it-together mask we wear - even when we're running on empty and calling it leadership, strength, or “just cracking on.” Spoiler al…

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Grief, love & all the joy — with the brilliant Alison Larkin 50:15

2M ago50:15

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In this unforgettable episode, I'm joined by the gloriously funny, deeply wise and utterly disarming Alison Larkin - bestselling author, actress, award-winning audiobook narrator and creator of Grief, A Comedy. What begins as a conversation about grief quickly unfolds into a masterclass in living, loving late, choosing joy, and rewriting the rules …

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The Shovel Sisters – A Survival Guide for Hormonal Carnage 11:47

3M ago11:47

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Ever fantasised about checking yourself into a silent retreat (aka jail) just for a bit of peace and bloody quiet? Welcome to The Shovel Sisters episode – a love letter to every woman who’s ever had to educate someone (a partner, a colleague, a child... the bloody dog) on the absolute hormonal rollercoaster that is perimenopause, menopause and ever…

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Vaginas, Boundaries & Friendshits - What We’d Say If the World Was Listening 46:44

3M ago46:44

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This episode kicks off with a question no one saw coming (literally): do vaginas have nostrils? And from there… it’s glorious, gritty and unfiltered. I’m joined by the brilliant Jennie and what starts as knicker chat turns into the kind of real, raw conversation women usually only have in the loos - when the bra's off, the mascara’s smudged and you…

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Goodbye from Paddy & Belinda... for now. [S2E15] 59:17

3M ago59:17

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It's the final episode of season 2 of The Dose. We're taking a break for a few weeks - but before we do - we met up in person again (only our 2nd time ever to meet in person!). Recorded on location in Ireland, sit back - relax and enjoy the finale of season 2. We'll be back before too long - aiming for September with more fantastic expert guests, c…

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The Proving Trap: Why You're Still Performing Even When You're Exhausted 13:19

3M ago13:19

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This episode starts with a cancelled Sunday. But it unpacks something far bigger. Something I know you’ll feel in your bones if you’ve ever: Held the sky up for everyone else Put your needs last Kept going when your body and brain were screaming “enough” I’m talking about the invisible trap of proving - where you perform your value, your right to r…

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(Video) Live Stream with Paddy - Journey update and Q&A [S2E14] 53:04

3M ago53:04

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Join Paddy on this recent recorded livestream from Instagram where he takes you through his journey so far, answers some questions and general chit chat on life. This episode displays some content on screen in the video episode on Spotify. Also a wee heads up we have 2 further episodes to come in Season two before we take our short summer break - y…

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From the Hacienda to Heartbreak to Hope: Turning pain into purpose with Nicky Wake 53:01

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Trigger warning: This episode contains themes of grief, loss, trauma, addiction, and recovery. This episode is special; I get to talk to my fabulous friend Nicky Wake and I can confirm it is completely unfiltered. In this fiercely honest episode of It’s Got Pockets, I sit down with the phenomenal Nicky Wake - powerhouse entrepreneur, sober and foun…

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Ladies of the Class of the 1980s: Start now and still you are not as fat as you think you are 7:39

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Back in 1997, a little essay called “Advice, like youth, probably just wasted on the young” was published in the Chicago Tribune. It was later turned into an unlikely global hit by the one and only Baz Luhrmann and “Wear Sunscreen” became a rite of passage for an entire generation. It was oh so wise, weirdly soothing and just the right amount of bi…

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Weight Lost, Love Found: A Bariatric Love Story [S2E13] 1:22:18

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In this episode, Paddy and Belinda welcome guests Jason and Sue, who share their transformative journeys through bariatric surgery. They discuss the significant weight loss, improvements in mental health, and the importance of community support. The conversation delves into the challenges of navigating social situations, food choices, and the impac…

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Paving the Way with Purpose: The Fight, Fire and Fierce Truth of Stacey Copeland 1:08:03

4M ago1:08:03

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In this episode of It’s Got Pockets, I sit down with the force that is Stacey Copeland - history-maker, changemaker, former professional boxer and England footballer, broadcaster, coach and founder of the brilliant charity, Pave The Way. From being told she couldn’t box because she was a girl… to becoming the first British woman to win the Commonwe…

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Shocking news for Paddy & Belinda gets real 😲 [S2E12] 58:46

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This week marks one full year since Paddy took his very dose of weight loss medication (Mounjaro) —and what a year it’s been. In this powerful, insightful, and occasionally outrageous episode, Paddy opens up about the emotional and physical milestones of his 100+ lb weight loss journey, including a jaw-dropping discovery from his recent metabolic t…

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The Quietest Rebellion: Choosing You 11:40

4M ago11:40

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This episode is for the woman who’s done the graft, held the sky up, made the tea, fixed the mess and forgotten what she actually wanted. You know what the real plot twist is? You finally choose you. Not the noisy reinvention. Not the performative hashtag blessed post. Not the shiny detour that looks good on paper but feels like wearing someone els…

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Rebuilding Confidence, One Outfit at a Time with Sarah Lyons [S2E11] 1:05:48

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Paddy and Belinda chat with stylist and body confidence coach Sarah Lyons about how clothes can help you reconnect with yourself—especially after body changes. From shopping anxiety to styling tips for real bodies. Sarah shares practical advice and emotional insights on dressing with confidence, self-compassion, and joy. Fashion isn’t about changin…

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Women Are Mad (And We’ve Got Every Right to Be): With Jennifer Cox 1:00:49

4M ago1:00:49

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Well, this one’s a blink stinking belter. I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Jennifer Cox - psychotherapist, bestselling author of Women Are Mad and someone who gets it on a soul-deep level. Her book has been flying off the shelves (and rightly so), because it’s finally saying what so many of us have been feeling for years. We’re mad. And…

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The most constructive 'F*ck You', you can deliver: The Success of You 19:03

4M ago19:03

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Ever had a moment where life sideswiped you and you thought, “Well, that’s it then. That was my chance”? Where you thought "Is this it?" Where the plan you had came to a big fat, hard stop and you rocked in a corner wondering what the actual feck you are going to do now? Same. And this episode? It’s a reminder that that moment is often the start of…

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2025 Update: Top tips when starting Mounjaro / Ozempic [S2E10] 1:02:24

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Paddy and Belinda update on everything they wish they’d known at the beginning of their weight loss journeys on GLP-1 medications. From hunger myths and mindset traps to protein goals and movement truths, this episode is packed with heartfelt advice and a few laughs (and a few KitKats too). Whether you're just starting out or deep in your own journ…

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Your style isn’t fluff it’s self-care. It’s psychology. It’s permission. Dressing like the woman you’re becoming with Abbey Booth. 1:05:00

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Right then. Let’s talk about clothes but not the “what’s trending on Instagram” kind. I’m talking about the kind of clothes that hold your hand on a hard day, remind you who the hell you are when you’re wobbling and walk you into the room like you’ve already claimed your seat at the table. The power of clothes is huge, dressing for our day can abso…

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More Than a Jab: The Uneducated PT Karl O’Rourke on the Power of GLP-1s and Belonging [S2E9] 1:09:21

5M ago1:09:21

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What if the most powerful part of your weight loss journey wasn’t the number on the scale — but the people you meet along the way? In this episode of The Dose, Paddy and Belinda sit down with Karl O’Rourke — better known as The Uneducated PT — for an eye-opening, no-BS conversation about weight loss medications, fitness culture, and why real health…

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The Anti-Goal Commandments: Because I’m Not Here to Hustle (Or wear shorts that give me a camel toe) 23:14

5M ago23:14

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Well, hello, hello, hello and welcome to this episode of It’s Got Pockets. Let me tell you straight I’m feeling proper ranty. I’ve had it up to here with the shoulds: I should be further along. I should have a five-year plan. I should be getting up at 5am to “nail the day” and “slay my goals.” Bollocks to all of that. This episode is for every woma…

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A Lighter Body, A Louder Voice: What We Gained by Losing almost 200lbs [S2E8] 1:01:02

5M ago1:01:02

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We lost almost 100 pounds each—but spoiler alert: we didn’t magically become perfect humans. In this laugh-through-the-tears episode, Paddy and Belinda unpack the wild, wonderful, and downright weird things that happen after weight loss. From squeezing into Paul Mescal-style O’Neills shorts to Belinda strutting around in mustard mini skirts (with a…

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Ambition, resilience and the power of self-belief. This woman can & does. How Lesley Robertson built a business with grit, guts & a giant heart. 58:11

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This week on It’s Got Pockets, we’re cracking wide open the truth about resilience, ambition and what it really takes to lead your life when the odds are stacked against you. I’m joined by the phenomenal Lesley Robertson — lone parent, charity founder, businesswoman, and walking proof that adversity can become your rocket fuel. In this episode, Les…

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From ‘10-Ton Tessie’ to 12 Stone Down: Ashley’s Journey of Weight, Worth & Warriorship [S2E7] 1:35:38

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At only 10 years old, they called her “10-Ton Tessie” —and those words stuck harder than the weight ever did. In this raw and deeply personal episode, Ashley O’Driscoll (@ashleyodriscoll_) joins Paddy and Belinda to share the untold story behind her incredible 12-stone weight loss, and the emotional scars that couldn’t be measured on a scale. From …

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The Invisible Load - the thinking about all the doing 16:47

5M ago16:47

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This one’s personal. And if you’ve ever found yourself rage-fluffing garden cushions while your other half chills out watching telly, then it’s personal for you too. Because it turns out rage fluffing is a thing. In this episode of It’s Got Pockets, I’m diving headfirst into the reality of mental load — the invisible, exhausting, relentless labour …

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Holidays, Velvet Jackets & Red Flag Realisations [S2E6] 1:15:06

5M ago1:15:06

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Send us a text In this week’s episode, Paddy returns from his very first holiday since starting Mounjaro and shares how it felt to travel while on a weight loss journey. We dive into how our taste buds—and even cravings—have evolved, and Belinda has a lightbulb moment about how she’s neck for neck with Paddy in a particular aspect of her journey to…

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It’s nice to be important, but it’s more important to be nice. 45:32

6M ago45:32

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From the House of Lords to Finding Her Fire in Manchester: The Power of Showing Up and Starting Again In this episode, I’m joined by the blinking brilliant Helen McHugh — former Labour Party strategist, Northern Power Women nominee, and now founder of her own business. And one of the nicest humans you'll meet. Helen shares her journey from growing …

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Dr Mick Crotty - Obesity Medicine Specialist in conversation with Paddy & Belinda [S2E5] 1:46:39

6M ago1:46:39

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Mick Crotty, a GP and Obesity Medicine Specialist with a passion for transforming how we treat obesity. Dr. Crotty shares his personal journey into obesity medicine and opens up about the work he does at My Best Weight, Irelands leading dedicated weight management clinic that’s changing lives through compassion…

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Running on Fumes - For the women done trying to hold the sky up 16:14

6M ago16:14

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No women I know of a certain age is ever lazy. There's way too much to do. Most women of a certain age are blinking tired - tired because you’re holding the sky up and have been doing for blinking years; fixing it all, constantly scanning on high alert for danger ready to make it all go away. This episode of It’s Got Pockets is for every woman who’…

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It's time to spill some tea....... [S2E4] 1:18:39

6M ago1:18:39

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Send us a text Its time to spill some tea...... Some insight into our journeys that we have never spoken about before. From Paddy being constantly pushed to do something he didn't want to by a 'Professional' healthcare service - to Belinda's experience of being told one thing - but being able to achieve another proving someone wrong. We also talk a…

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Stop Undervaluing Yourself: Money, Motherhood & the Myth of Having It All — with Alison Humphries 46:47

6M ago46:47

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Host: Sarah Knight Guest: Alison Humphries — Award-winning NED, strategic advisor, truth-teller and woman who’s been there, built that, and still shows up with receipts. In this episode, I sat down with Alison Humphries — and let me tell you, this woman came ready with 30+ years of hard-won wisdom, boardroom lessons, and real-life grit. She’s grown…

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Belinda discusses Stretching Beyond Stereotypes - Pilates for Real Life, with coach Emer [S2E3] 42:22

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Send us a text In this episode, Belinda and her pilates instructor Emer discuss the transformative power of Pilates, exploring its accessibility, the importance of breath, and how it can support recovery and overall well-being. Emer shares her journey from teaching to creating an inclusive environment for all body types and ages, emphasising the si…

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Get in the Bin: Why “What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Stronger” is a Crock of Sh*t 15:20

6M ago15:20

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This one’s for every woman who’s ever been told to bounce back, build character through trauma, or just be strong—while quietly holding the world on her shoulders. In this solo episode, I’m swinging open the emotional doors and chucking one of the most toxic phrases straight in the bin: 👉 “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.” Nah. Not today, …

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S02E15. Ultimate Episode Bonanza Special 46:56

6M ago46:56

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Join the BM and Prof T for the ultimate episode of season 2. In this bonanza special, we reflect on the highs and lows of season two, a mysterious and important revelation from the BM, and we respond to the fabulous feedback from the listening community. Thank you, listener. That's a proverbial wrap for Season 2!…

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Weddings, Weight & What They Don’t Tell You – Donna’s Story [S2E2] 1:20:49

7M ago1:20:49

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Send us a text Community Special: Donnas Story In this very touching episode, Paddy and Belinda, are joined by a member of our community, Donna, who shares her journey as we discuss the emotional and psychological aspects of weight loss, ranging from bariatric surgery, slimming clubs, medication and more. We hear of Donnas lifelong battle with weig…

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Beyond the Byline: Beauty, Feeling The Fear & Getting Real with Jane Druker 36:31

7M ago36:31

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This one’s a big-hearted, big-energy chat that’ll stay with you. In this episode of It’s Got Pockets, I sit down with the brilliant Jane Druker — fashion and beauty journalist, editor, author, and a woman who’s lived a life full of stories, style, and reinvention. The people she has met, the places she has worked; we delve into all the details; fro…

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We are BACK 🥳 Life update & hello Season 2 [S2E1] 1:11:57

7M ago1:11:57

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Send us a text Paddy and Belinda reunite in person for our season two premier, sharing personal updates on their medical weight loss journeys and reconnecting after a break from the podcast. (This is our first time ever meeting!!) • Paddys SHOCKING weight regain ...... no really. • We chat about Paddy on TV in a documentary "The Skinny Jab Revoluti…

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S02E14. When Mentoring Goes Wrong! 58:14

7M ago58:14

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In the penultimate episode of Season 2, The Big Mouse and Professor T share their own cautionary tales of mentorship gone horribly wrong. From misguided professional guidance, to brotherly-figures living dangerously, to academic mentors who seemed more interested in their own research than their students' success, they reveal how their own experien…

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The inner work is the real work - It's your duty to you. 14:41

7M ago14:41

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In this episode, I’m calling you out, calling you out for not putting yourself front and centre of how you press play and crack on. I’m talking about the responsibility we owe to ourselves, the duty we owe to ourselves to do the work on us. It is on us to do the work on us; it's our duty to ourselves. We hold the sky up for everyone, the invisible …